Richmond's leading medical health officer has appealed to the public to take a survey and help make the city even healthier.
Vancouver Coastal Health's (VCH) Dr. James Lu admitted that Richmond has a healthy reputation, but it could be even better with the help of a community survey.
The My Health My Community Survey was launched in June 2013 and is coming to a close soon.
However, with only 27 per cent of the survey's goal signed up, VCH needs another 2,300 people to hit its optimum target.
"The survey asks people to provide information about their health, lifestyle choices, community involvement and neighbourhood characteristics," said Lu.
"The findings will help us develop policies, strategies and programs that promote health and wellness in our community."
You can take the survey today at myhealthmycommunity.org.
Participants will be entered into a draw for an iPad and other prizes.
And all Richmond residents who complete the survey by March 15 will be eligible to win extra prizes - a pair of Canucks tickets to the March 23 game against Buffalo.
Any Richmond residents who completed the survey previously will also be included in this draw.
"It's critical that residents of Richmond respond to this survey to ensure we have meaningful data to help us identify what's preventing people from leading healthier lifestyles where they live, work, learn and play," added Lu.
"The survey aims to gather the information we need to tailor health and social services to the communities that need them.
"One region may need more services for children at risk; another may need to focus on seniors with mobility issues. We need to know this to make the most effective use of our resources."
For more information and to take the survey, go to myhealthmycommunity.org.
