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Dallas County is under a Burn Ban starting July 27, 2026, in effect for 90 days.
DALLAS COUNTY ADOPTED A TAX RATE THAT WILL RAISE MORE TAXES FOR MAINTENANCE AND OPERATIONS THAN LAST YEAR'S TAX RATE.

THE TAX RATE WILL EFFECTIVELY BE RAISED BY 22.02 PERCENT AND WILL RAISE TAXES FOR MAINTENANCE AND OPERATIONS ON A $100,000 HOME BY APPROXIMATELY $29.08.

Health Benefits of Physical Activity

Health & Human Services - 2377 N. Stemmons Freeway, Dallas, TX 75207
Phone:  (214) 819-5115
E-mail: EveryStepCounts@dallascounty.org


Chronic disease remains among the leading causes of death in Dallas County. Heart disease and cancer consistently rank as the leading causes of death across all demographic groups. Sedentary lifestyle increases the risk for all-cause mortality and for multiple chronic conditions such as diabetes, high blood pressure, stroke, heart disease, and cancer. Regular physical activity can reduce risk for these conditions. For those living with chronic disease, regular physical activity can help prevent health problems and complications.

More benefits of physical activity include: 

  • Boost your mood
  • Help kids stay healthy as they get older
  • Reduce risk of dementia
  • Reduce your stress
  • Boost grades in school
  • Ease arthritis symptoms
  • Sharpen your focus
  • Build strong bones and muscles
  • Improve balance
  • Improve your sleep
  • Lowers risk of heart disease
  • Help you stay independent as you age
 

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