Here Are The 10 Unhealthiest Counties in Illinois
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Laura
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These days, more and more Americans are unhealthy. Illinois is no exception. But which counties are the unhealthiest? We looked at health data about Illinois counties and came up with this top 10 list.
Massac County may be home to Superman, but other residents are susceptible. 33% of residents are in poor to fair health. 35% of adults are obese. 31% are physically inactive.
In Pope County, 29% of people are physically inactive. 30% of adults are obese,
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In Mason County, around 20% of adults smoke. 32% of adults are overweight. 28% of adults are inactive.
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In Pulaski County, 33% of adults are obese. 28% of adults are physically inactive.
22% of adults are in poor or fair health. 29% of adults are physically inactive. 31% of adults are obese.
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In Saline County, 27% of adults smoke. 32% of adults are obese. 31% of adults are physically inactive.
In Hardin County, 34% of adults are obese. 29% of adults are physically inactive.
In Jefferson County, 20% of adults are in poor to fair health. 24% of adults smoke. 35% of adults are obese.
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29% of adults are physically inactive in Gallatin County. 31% of adults are obese.
33% of adults are obese. 29% of adults are physically inactive.
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