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Community Health Assessment

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​​​The Dakota County Community Health Assessment provides a comprehensive picture of health in the county. The report updates residents about health issues that impact the quality of life and cause illness, injury and death. The community health assessment summarizes the top health concerns reported by residents and examines trends and issues that impact community health.​

The ​assessment is a key component that the Healthy Dakota Initiative will use to establish health priorities and identify strategies to improve health in the county. 

2023 Dakota Adult Health Survey

Over summer 2023, people in the 3,000 households in Dakota County will be asked to provide information about their health. ​Public Health is conducting this voluntary, confidential survey as part of ongoing efforts to determine the health status and needs of the community.​

Since 2010, Public Health has conducted a similar survey every 4-5 years to identify local health issues. Survey participants help provide vital information about the factors and trends affecting the health of adults living in the area. Survey data helps local public health, human services and nonprofit agencies understand current health trends among adults in their communities and develop ways to improve health, such as increasing opportunities for physical activity, expanding access to healthy food and reducing tobacco use.

Community Health Profiles​

Community Health Profiles are two-page summaries that provide current information about health issues and concerns in Dakota County. Download the complete set or individual profiles.

Alcohol and Other Drug Use
Chronic Disease
Environmental Health
Health Care Access
Infectious Disease
Maternal  Child Health
Mental Health
Physical Activity
Nutrition
Social Determinants of Health
Tobacco Use
Unintentional Injuries
Violence

Download the references for the Community Health Profiles.

For more information about Dakota County data or for reasonable accommodations or alternative formats, contact Public Health at public.health@co.dakota.mn.us or 651-554-6100.

Breastfeeding in Dakota County – 2015 Assessment

Dakota County Public Health conducted an assessment of breastfeeding in the county. It recognizes trends in breastfeeding and considers high-risk populations and those with disparities in health outcomes.  The assessment used  local surveys, vital statistics, and other local, state, and national databases​ to identify factors and trends that impact breastfeeding. These trends include health care, legislation, media and community resources. View the 2015 ​report.

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Last updated: 4/7/2025 1:32 PM

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