Area Health Office
2509 W. Pico Blvd., Room 320
Santa Monica, CA 90405
(310) 998-3203
Email: spa5@ph.lacounty.gov

Area Health Officer
Jan King, MD, MPH

OBESITY:
• 16.6% of children in grades 5, 7 & 9 are
  obese.
• 10.0% of adults are obese.

DIABETES:
• 4.8% of adults were diagnosed with
  diabetes.

CARDIOVASCULAR DISEASE:
 • 19.3% of adults were diagnosed with
   hypertension.
 • 30.6% of adults were diagnosed with
   high cholesterol.
 • 5.8% of adults were diagnosed with a
   heart problem.

This report summarizes the leading causes of death and premature death with trends fo 2000-2009. It also provides information on deaths from a wide range of health conditions, including chronic diseases, such as heart disease and emphysema; infectious diseases, such as pneumonia/influenza and HIV; lifestyle-related conditions, such as diabetes and lung cancer; and intentional and unintentional injuries.

This report features data about health-related behaviors, such as access to medical care, dental care, and health insurance; utilization of preventive services; rates of chronic disease, infectious disease, and injury; and perceptions about health.