Community Health Impact Assessments

Community Health Impact Assessments (CHIAs) are tools used to evaluate how proposed projects or policies might affect the health of a community. They consider factors like air quality, access to healthcare, transportation, and social support. By identifying potential positive and negative health outcomes early, CHIAs help decision-makers create plans that promote well-being, prevent harm, and address health disparities. Essentially, CHIAs ensure health considerations are integrated into community development and policy decisions, leading to healthier and more equitable environments for residents.