Data News Item: New maps and data now available for 7 indicators from the Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System (BRFSS).

New maps and data now available for 7 indicators from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System (BRFSS). Data are multi-year estimates from 2006-2012, replacing data for 2004-2010 and 2005-2011. Report tables now display both crude and age-adjusted percentages for each indicator. Affected indicators:

Clinical Care

  • Cervical Cancer Screening (Pap Test)
  • Colon Cancer Screening (Sigmoid/Colonoscopy)
  • Pneumonia Vaccinations (Age 65+)

Health Behaviors

  • Heavy Alcohol Consumption
  • Tobacco Usage – Current Smokers

Health Outcomes

  • Poor General Health

Social & Economic Factors

  • Lack of Social or Emotional Support