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Compared to Distribution

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an indicator guage with the arrow in the red the value is in the worst quarter of communities.

Compared to Target

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Compared to a Single Value

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Trend

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Compared to Prior Value

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Health / Cancer

Health / Cancer

Health / Cancer

Health District: Fairfax

Value
Compared to:

Health / Cancer

Health District: Fairfax

Value
Compared to:

Health District: Fairfax All Cancer Incidence Rate

Current Value:

Health District: Fairfax All Cancer Incidence Rate

309.4
Cases per 100,000 population
(2020)
Compared to:
Compared to VA Health Districts, Fairfax has a value of 309.4 which is in the best 50% of health districts. Health districts in the best 50% have a value lower than 395.6 while health districts in the worst 25% have a value higher than 419.0.
VA Health Districts
The distribution is based on data from 35 Virginia health districts.
Compared to the VA Value (384.8), Fairfax has a value of 309.4 which is lower and better.
VA Value
(384.8)
The regional value is compared to the Virginia State value.
Compared to the prior value, Fairfax (309.4) is less and better than the previously measured value (366.2).
Prior Value
(366.2)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Fairfax value is staying the same.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

Health District: Fairfax Brain Cancer Incidence Rate

Current Value:

Health District: Fairfax Brain Cancer Incidence Rate

4.9
Per 100,000 population
(2020)
Compared to:
Compared to the VA Value (6.0), Fairfax has a value of 4.9 which is lower and better.
VA Value
(6.0)
The regional value is compared to the Virginia State value.
Compared to the prior value, Fairfax (4.9) is less and better than the previously measured value (6.4).
Prior Value
(6.4)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Fairfax value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

Health District: Fairfax Breast Cancer Incidence Rate

Current Value:

Health District: Fairfax Breast Cancer Incidence Rate

128.3
Cases per 100,000 females
(2020)
Compared to:
Compared to VA Health Districts, Fairfax has a value of 128.3 which is in the worst 25% of health districts. Health districts in the best 50% have a value lower than 115.6 while health districts in the worst 25% have a value higher than 128.3.
VA Health Districts
The distribution is based on data from 35 Virginia health districts.
Compared to the VA Value (122.1), Fairfax has a value of 128.3 which is higher and worse.
VA Value
(122.1)
The regional value is compared to the Virginia State value.
Compared to the prior value, Fairfax (128.3) is less and better than the previously measured value (133.5).
Prior Value
(133.5)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Fairfax value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

Health District: Fairfax Cervical Cancer Incidence Rate

Current Value:

Health District: Fairfax Cervical Cancer Incidence Rate

5.5
Cases per 100,000 females
(2020)
Compared to:
Compared to the VA Value (5.7), Fairfax has a value of 5.5 which is lower and better.
VA Value
(5.7)
The regional value is compared to the Virginia State value.
Compared to the prior value, Fairfax (5.5) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (4.0).
Prior Value
(4.0)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Fairfax value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

Health District: Fairfax Colon Cancer Screening: Sigmoidoscopy or Colonoscopy 50-75

Current Value:
75.8%
(2020)
Compared to:
Compared to the VA Value (70.1%), Fairfax has a value of 75.8% which is higher and better.
VA Value
(70.1% in 2018)
The regional value is compared to the Virginia State value.
Compared to the prior value, Fairfax (75.8%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (71.3%).
Prior Value
(71.3%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Fairfax value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

Health District: Fairfax Colorectal Cancer Incidence Rate

Current Value:

Health District: Fairfax Colorectal Cancer Incidence Rate

24.2
Cases per 100,000 population
(2020)
Compared to:
Compared to VA Health Districts, Fairfax has a value of 24.2 which is in the best 50% of health districts. Health districts in the best 50% have a value lower than 30.1 while health districts in the worst 25% have a value higher than 35.2.
VA Health Districts
The distribution is based on data from 35 Virginia health districts.
Compared to the VA Value (30.4), Fairfax has a value of 24.2 which is lower and better.
VA Value
(30.4)
The regional value is compared to the Virginia State value.
Compared to the prior value, Fairfax (24.2) is less and better than the previously measured value (26.7).
Prior Value
(26.7)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Fairfax value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

Health District: Fairfax Liver and Bile Duct Cancer Incidence Rate

Current Value:
4.5
Cases per 100,000 population
(2020)
Compared to:
Compared to VA Health Districts, Fairfax has a value of 4.5 which is in the best 50% of health districts. Health districts in the best 50% have a value lower than 6.8 while health districts in the worst 25% have a value higher than 7.3.
VA Health Districts
The distribution is based on data from 19 Virginia health districts.
Compared to the VA Value (6.3), Fairfax has a value of 4.5 which is lower and better.
VA Value
(6.3)
The regional value is compared to the Virginia State value.
Compared to the prior value, Fairfax (4.5) is less and better than the previously measured value (5.5).
Prior Value
(5.5)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Fairfax value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

Health District: Fairfax Lung and Bronchus Cancer Incidence Rate

Current Value:

Health District: Fairfax Lung and Bronchus Cancer Incidence Rate

23.9
Cases per 100,000 population
(2020)
Compared to:
Compared to VA Health Districts, Fairfax has a value of 23.9 which is in the best 50% of health districts. Health districts in the best 50% have a value lower than 53.4 while health districts in the worst 25% have a value higher than 59.3.
VA Health Districts
The distribution is based on data from 35 Virginia health districts.
Compared to the VA Value (47.7), Fairfax has a value of 23.9 which is lower and better.
VA Value
(47.7)
The regional value is compared to the Virginia State value.
Compared to the prior value, Fairfax (23.9) is less and better than the previously measured value (28.0).
Prior Value
(28.0)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Fairfax value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

Health District: Fairfax Melanoma Incidence Rate

Current Value:

Health District: Fairfax Melanoma Incidence Rate

8.6
Cases per 100,000 population
(2020)
Compared to:
Compared to VA Health Districts, Fairfax has a value of 8.6 which is in the best 50% of health districts. Health districts in the best 50% have a value lower than 17.5 while health districts in the worst 25% have a value higher than 26.6.
VA Health Districts
The distribution is based on data from 32 Virginia health districts.
Compared to the VA Value (19.3), Fairfax has a value of 8.6 which is lower and better.
VA Value
(19.3)
The regional value is compared to the Virginia State value.
Compared to the prior value, Fairfax (8.6) is less and better than the previously measured value (12.7).
Prior Value
(12.7)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Fairfax value is staying the same.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

Health District: Fairfax Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma Incidence Rate

Current Value:

Health District: Fairfax Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma Incidence Rate

15.2
Cases per 100,000 population
(2020)
Compared to:
Compared to VA Health Districts, Fairfax has a value of 15.2 which is in the best 50% of health districts. Health districts in the best 50% have a value lower than 15.5 while health districts in the worst 25% have a value higher than 17.0.
VA Health Districts
The distribution is based on data from 32 Virginia health districts.
Compared to the VA Value (15.9), Fairfax has a value of 15.2 which is lower and better.
VA Value
(15.9)
The regional value is compared to the Virginia State value.
Compared to the prior value, Fairfax (15.2) is less and better than the previously measured value (17.6).
Prior Value
(17.6)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Fairfax value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

Health District: Fairfax Oral Cavity and Pharynx Cancer Incidence Rate

Current Value:
5.9
Cases per 100,000 population
(2020)
Compared to:
Compared to VA Health Districts, Fairfax has a value of 5.9 which is in the best 50% of health districts. Health districts in the best 50% have a value lower than 12.8 while health districts in the worst 25% have a value higher than 14.8.
VA Health Districts
The distribution is based on data from 29 Virginia health districts.
Compared to the VA Value (11.3), Fairfax has a value of 5.9 which is lower and better.
VA Value
(11.3)
The regional value is compared to the Virginia State value.
Compared to the prior value, Fairfax (5.9) is less and better than the previously measured value (10.1).
Prior Value
(10.1)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Fairfax value is staying the same.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

Health District: Fairfax Ovarian Cancer Incidence Rate

Current Value:

Health District: Fairfax Ovarian Cancer Incidence Rate

7.1
Cases per 100,000 females
(2020)
Compared to:
Compared to the VA Value (8.3), Fairfax has a value of 7.1 which is lower and better.
VA Value
(8.3)
The regional value is compared to the Virginia State value.
Compared to the prior value, Fairfax (7.1) is less and better than the previously measured value (9.6).
Prior Value
(9.6)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Fairfax value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

Health District: Fairfax Pancreatic Cancer Incidence Rate

Current Value:

Health District: Fairfax Pancreatic Cancer Incidence Rate

10.3
Cases per 100,000 population
(2020)
Compared to:
Compared to VA Health Districts, Fairfax has a value of 10.3 which is in the best 50% of health districts. Health districts in the best 50% have a value lower than 13.3 while health districts in the worst 25% have a value higher than 15.4.
VA Health Districts
The distribution is based on data from 27 Virginia health districts.
Compared to the VA Value (12.6), Fairfax has a value of 10.3 which is lower and better.
VA Value
(12.6)
The regional value is compared to the Virginia State value.
Compared to the prior value, Fairfax (10.3) is less and better than the previously measured value (11.8).
Prior Value
(11.8)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Fairfax value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

Health District: Fairfax Pap Test in Past 3 Years: 21-65

Current Value:

Health District: Fairfax Pap Test in Past 3 Years: 21-65

76.1%
(2020)
Compared to:
Compared to the VA Value (79.8%), Fairfax has a value of 76.1% which is lower and worse.
VA Value
(79.8%)
The regional value is compared to the Virginia State value.
Compared to the prior value, Fairfax (76.1%) is less and worse than the previously measured value (88.2%).
Prior Value
(88.2%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Fairfax value is staying the same.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

Health District: Fairfax Prostate Cancer Incidence Rate

Current Value:

Health District: Fairfax Prostate Cancer Incidence Rate

80.5
Cases per 100,000 males
(2020)
Compared to:
Compared to VA Health Districts, Fairfax has a value of 80.5 which is in the best 50% of health districts. Health districts in the best 50% have a value lower than 99.0 while health districts in the worst 25% have a value higher than 109.9.
VA Health Districts
The distribution is based on data from 35 Virginia health districts.
Compared to the VA Value (96.4), Fairfax has a value of 80.5 which is lower and better.
VA Value
(96.4)
The regional value is compared to the Virginia State value.
Compared to the prior value, Fairfax (80.5) is less and better than the previously measured value (116.4).
Prior Value
(116.4)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Fairfax value is staying the same.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

Health / Diabetes

Health / Diabetes

Health / Diabetes

Health District: Fairfax

Value
Compared to:

Health / Diabetes

Health District: Fairfax

Value
Compared to:

Health District: Fairfax Adults with Diabetes

Current Value:

Health District: Fairfax Adults with Diabetes

8.3%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to VA Health Districts, Fairfax has a value of 8.3% which is in the best 50% of health districts. Health districts in the best 50% have a value lower than 12.7% while health districts in the worst 25% have a value higher than 15.9%.
VA Health Districts
The distribution is based on data from 30 Virginia health districts.
Compared to the VA Value (11.5%), Fairfax has a value of 8.3% which is lower and better.
VA Value
(11.5%)
The regional value is compared to the Virginia State value.
Compared to the US Value (10.9%), Fairfax has a value of 8.3% which is lower and better.
US Value
(10.9%)
The regional value is compared to the national value. The source for the national value is Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System
Compared to the prior value, Fairfax (8.3%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (8.0%).
Prior Value
(8.0%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Fairfax value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

Health / Immunizations & Infectious Diseases

Health / Immunizations & Infectious Diseases

Health / Immunizations & Infectious Diseases

Health District: Fairfax

Value
Compared to:

Health / Immunizations & Infectious Diseases

Health District: Fairfax

Value
Compared to:

Health District: Fairfax Adults with Influenza Vaccination

Current Value:

Health District: Fairfax Adults with Influenza Vaccination

59.1%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to VA Health Districts, Fairfax has a value of 59.1% which is in the best 50% of health districts. Health districts in the best 50%  have a value higher than 48.5% while health districts in the worst 25% have a value lower than 44.1%.
VA Health Districts
The distribution is based on data from 22 Virginia health districts.
Compared to the VA Value (49.4%), Fairfax has a value of 59.1% which is higher and better.
VA Value
(49.4%)
The regional value is compared to the Virginia State value.
Compared to the prior value, Fairfax (59.1%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (56.8%).
Prior Value
(56.8%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Fairfax value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

Health District: Fairfax Adults with Pneumonia Vaccination

Current Value:

Health District: Fairfax Adults with Pneumonia Vaccination

33.6%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to VA Health Districts, Fairfax has a value of 33.6% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of health districts. Health districts in the best 50%  have a value higher than 34.5% while health districts in the worst 25% have a value lower than 31.3%.
VA Health Districts
The distribution is based on data from 26 Virginia health districts.
Compared to the VA Value (34.3%), Fairfax has a value of 33.6% which is lower and worse.
VA Value
(34.3%)
The regional value is compared to the Virginia State value.
Compared to the prior value, Fairfax (33.6%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (33.5%).
Prior Value
(33.5%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Fairfax value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

Health / Mental Health & Mental Disorders

Health / Mental Health & Mental Disorders

Health / Mental Health & Mental Disorders

Health District: Fairfax

Value
Compared to:

Health / Mental Health & Mental Disorders

Health District: Fairfax

Value
Compared to:

Health District: Fairfax Poor Mental Health Days

Current Value:

Health District: Fairfax Poor Mental Health Days

38.0%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to VA Health Districts, Fairfax has a value of 38.0% which is in the best 50% of health districts. Health districts in the best 50% have a value lower than 41.8% while health districts in the worst 25% have a value higher than 45.1%.
VA Health Districts
The distribution is based on data from 26 Virginia health districts.
Compared to the VA Value (41.8%), Fairfax has a value of 38.0% which is lower and better.
VA Value
(41.8%)
The regional value is compared to the Virginia State value.
Compared to the prior value, Fairfax (38.0%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (31.7%).
Prior Value
(31.7%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Fairfax value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

Health / Physical Activity

Health / Physical Activity

Health / Physical Activity

Health District: Fairfax

Value
Compared to:

Health / Physical Activity

Health District: Fairfax

Value
Compared to:

Health District: Fairfax Adults Engaging in Physical Activity

Current Value:

Health District: Fairfax Adults Engaging in Physical Activity

86.8%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to VA Health Districts, Fairfax has a value of 86.8% which is in the best 50% of health districts. Health districts in the best 50%  have a value higher than 78.9% while health districts in the worst 25% have a value lower than 72.1%.
VA Health Districts
The distribution is based on data from 28 Virginia health districts.
Compared to the VA Value (79.1%), Fairfax has a value of 86.8% which is higher and better.
VA Value
(79.1%)
The regional value is compared to the Virginia State value.
Compared to the US Value (76.3%), Fairfax has a value of 86.8% which is higher and better.
US Value
(76.3%)
The regional value is compared to the national value. The source for the national value is Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System
Compared to the prior value, Fairfax (86.8%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (85.4%).
Prior Value
(85.4%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Fairfax value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

Health / Respiratory Diseases

Health / Respiratory Diseases

Health / Respiratory Diseases

Health District: Fairfax

Value
Compared to:

Health / Respiratory Diseases

Health District: Fairfax

Value
Compared to:

Health District: Fairfax Adults with Asthma

Current Value:

Health District: Fairfax Adults with Asthma

13.6%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to VA Health Districts, Fairfax has a value of 13.6% which is in the best 50% of health districts. Health districts in the best 50% have a value lower than 14.7% while health districts in the worst 25% have a value higher than 16.2%.
VA Health Districts
The distribution is based on data from 31 Virginia health districts.
Compared to the VA Value (15.0%), Fairfax has a value of 13.6% which is lower and better.
VA Value
(15.0%)
The regional value is compared to the Virginia State value.
Compared to the US Value (14.9%), Fairfax has a value of 13.6% which is lower and better.
US Value
(14.9%)
The regional value is compared to the national value. The source for the national value is Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System
Compared to the prior value, Fairfax (13.6%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (11.0%).
Prior Value
(11.0%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Fairfax value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

Health / Weight Status

Health / Weight Status

Health / Weight Status

Health District: Fairfax

Value
Compared to:

Health / Weight Status

Health District: Fairfax

Value
Compared to:

Health District: Fairfax Adults who are Overweight or Obese

Current Value:

Health District: Fairfax Adults who are Overweight or Obese

58.8%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to VA Health Districts, Fairfax has a value of 58.8% which is in the best 50% of health districts. Health districts in the best 50% have a value lower than 72.0% while health districts in the worst 25% have a value higher than 75.4%.
VA Health Districts
The distribution is based on data from 25 Virginia health districts.
Compared to the VA Value (68.1%), Fairfax has a value of 58.8% which is lower and better.
VA Value
(68.1%)
The regional value is compared to the Virginia State value.
Compared to the US Value (68.3%), Fairfax has a value of 58.8% which is lower and better.
US Value
(68.3%)
The regional value is compared to the national value. The source for the national value is Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System
Compared to the prior value, Fairfax (58.8%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (61.2%).
Prior Value
(61.2%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Fairfax value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

Health / Wellness & Lifestyle

Health / Wellness & Lifestyle

Health / Wellness & Lifestyle

Health District: Fairfax

Value
Compared to:

Health / Wellness & Lifestyle

Health District: Fairfax

Value
Compared to:

Health District: Fairfax Self-Reported General Health Assessment: Good or Better

Current Value:
91.3%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to VA Health Districts, Fairfax has a value of 91.3% which is in the best 50% of health districts. Health districts in the best 50%  have a value higher than 83.6% while health districts in the worst 25% have a value lower than 80.8%.
VA Health Districts
The distribution is based on data from 32 Virginia health districts.
Compared to the VA Value (85.0%), Fairfax has a value of 91.3% which is higher and better.
VA Value
(85.0%)
The regional value is compared to the Virginia State value.
Compared to the US Value (84.6%), Fairfax has a value of 91.3% which is higher and better.
US Value
(84.6%)
The regional value is compared to the national value. The source for the national value is Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System
Compared to the prior value, Fairfax (91.3%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (91.6%).
Prior Value
(91.6%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Fairfax value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.