Not everyone in Duval County has the same opportunity to live a long, healthy life. For example, census tract 122 (Hillcrest neighborhood) and census tract 126.02 (Hyde Park neighborhood) on the Westside of Duval County had the highest number of infant deaths from 2012-2016, with a combined total of 27 deaths during this time period. In addition, when compared with county-level data, these two neighborhoods had higher levels of poverty, unemployment, and crime, and lower levels of educational attainment, insurance coverage, and household income. When building a community in which all residents can achieve optimal health, it is important to focus on populations with higher rates of preventable health conditions and on neighborhoods with fewer opportunities for good health. Addressing the root causes of poor health, such as social, economic, and environmental factors, ensures that all people have the same opportunity to reach their full health potential.
