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Core values

- **Addresses Societal Needs and Issues**: The assessment identifies and prioritizes health problems, including risk factors for disease, socioeconomic factors, environmental conditions, and inequities in health, which are critical societal issues[3].
- **Improves Quality of Life**: By focusing on health outcomes, quality of life, and risk factors, the assessment helps in improving the overall well-being of the community[3].
- **Promotes Positive Change**: The assessment involves a comprehensive process that includes community involvement, planning, and action to address identified health issues, leading to positive changes in community health[3].
- **Contributes to Community Well-being**: The collaboration with various stakeholders and the use of a cross-sector approach ensure that the initiatives are tailored to the specific needs of the community, enhancing community well-being[3].