SZT1 Task 1: King County

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Community Health Practice Western Governors University Grace Wahome SZT1 Task 1 King County King County is located between Puget Sound and Cascade Range located in the east side. Its surrounding borders include Snohomish County located to the north and Pierce County to the south. King County is considered the most popular state in Washington for its population density and ranks 11th in terms of the land area. The largest city in King County is Seattle with a population of 626,600(Sherman.2013). Population Economic Status Assessment King County is located in the state of Washington. The county has a population size of 1,981,900 people in 2013 from the Census Bureau. The average income in the county estimated at 67,806. The composition…show more content…
Helens which are known to be active volcanoes ( King County,2013). Disaster Assessment and Planning Guide The age composition that is considered to be at most risk includes: * Non-speaking English individuals/Minorities: lack appropriate resources and support systems. This group is twice as likely to die from disaster due to socio economics disadvantage. * People with disabilities: These individuals are unable to survive independently. They might not be able to receive information the right way. For instance deaf individuals might not be able to understand evacuation instructions. People who might need to be transferred with wheelchair might lack transportation. * Senior citizens: These individuals are fragile and weak. Some might have chronic health conditions that limit their movement. Most might be living in assisted living or nursing homes. * School aged children: Children are more susceptible to injury and depend on others for survival. * Individuals who are living in poverty/homeless: Individuals living in shelters or on the…show more content…
They compose 6.20% of the whole population in King County (Censures Viewers).The life expectancy has improved from 68years to 72years In the last few years although There has also been an increase in mortality from issues such as AIDS, liver diseases, heart issues, diabetes, homicide, stoke and alcohol issues. Half the adults are overweight resulting in high cholesterol and high blood pressure. Homicide has been seen the leading cause of death in young adults ages 15-24 from 1995-1997. A third of the children living in King County come from poverty, and one in five African American adults lack health insurance. Poverty and low social economic disadvantage has been a key factor in their poor health status (Plough,
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