Regional Health Assessment & Data

Regional Health Assessment (RHA)

The Regional Health Assessment provides a comprehensive point-in-time snapshot of health across Central Oregon.

Produced every five years, the RHA analyzes demographic trends, health conditions, disparities, and social drivers of health to identify strengths, gaps, and emerging needs.

What the RHA Includes

  • Demographics and population trends
  • Chronic disease and health conditions
  • Behavioral health and substance use
  • Housing and transportation access
  • Social and economic drivers of health
  • Environmental health factors

This analysis provides a clear picture of where the region is thriving — and where focused effort is needed.

Data drives regional decision-making

The Central Oregon Health Council supports the collection, analysis, and sharing of regional health data to strengthen planning, accountability, and cross-sector collaboration.

Our data infrastructure includes two core components:

  • Regional Health Assessment (RHA) – five-year comprehensive analysis
  • Central Oregon Health Data website – live indicator data

Central Oregon Health Data

The Central Oregon Health Data website provides continuously updated regional health indicators used by partners, policymakers, and community organizations.

Data is available by population, subpopulation, and geographic region to support:

  • Community planning
  • Grant writing
  • Policy development
  • Regional outcomes tracking
  • Regional alignment

While visiting the site, you can:

  • Browse regional health indicators
  • Build custom dashboards
  • Download data resources
  • Explore funding opportunities
  • Track Regional Health Improvement Plan (RHIP) measure progress
  • Learn what data is available and how it is collected

Why the RHA Matters

The RHA strengthens regional alignment by:

  • Informing the Regional Health Improvement Plan (RHIP)
  • Guiding local planning and policy decisions
  • Strengthening grant proposals and funding strategies
  • Supporting cross-sector collaboration
  • Ensuring regional priorities are data-driven

A Foundation for Action

Data and collaboration work together.

The RHA provides the evidence base for the 2025–2029 Regional Health Improvement Plan and supports coordinated action across Central Oregon.

Transparent data strengthens accountability. Shared insight drives meaningful change.