Welcome to the official website of
Jefferson County
New York
6 in 10 Americans live with at least one chronic disease, like heart blood pressure, cancer or diabetes. Chronic diseases are the leading causes of death and disability in the United States. We know that we can lower our risk of chronic disease by 1) eating nutritious foods, 2) getting physical activity throughout the day, 3) not using tobacco, 4) keeping alcohol use to a minimum (or not using at all), and 5) having regular health screenings.
35.8% of adults in Jefferson County had obesity in 2021
19.9% of adults in Jefferson County were cigarette smokers in 2021
74.3% of adults in Jefferson County were taking medicine to manage blood pressure in 2021
A Guide for Older Adults: Talking with Your Doctor
