Center for Health Promotion
The Center for Health Promotion (CHP) partners with local community organizations, health systems, local and tribal public health, and other partners to prevent chronic conditions. We work to improve the health and wellness of those living with chronic conditions, with an emphasis on those experiencing the greatest health disparities.
CHP:
- Analyzes and reports data on preventable chronic diseases.
- Supports improvements in policies and systems of care that promote health.
- Empowers health care practitioners and individuals with tools, training, and support to prevent and manage chronic conditions.
- Partners with local community organizations and local and tribal health agencies to promote chronic disease prevention.
Mission
We promote, encourage, and support healthy and safe communities. We work to build capacity for individual, community, and system change to improve health and prevent chronic disease.
Vision
Our goal is for Minnesotans to enjoy healthier, longer lives.
- We facilitate effective collaborations and partnerships.
- We convene groups to identify common interests and foster action.
- We translate health research and information into practice.
- We develop and disseminate innovative and effective health promotion strategies.
- We focus on priority populations.
Connect with us
Healthy Aging
We work with organizations across the state to support brain health for all Minnesotans.
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Arthritis Program
We promote arthritis-appropriate physical activity and proven programs to reduce pain and improve the quality of life for those living with arthritis.
Contact us:
- health.arthritis@state.mn.us
- Bridget Ideker, RD, LD, CWHC • Supervisor, Diabetes and Health Behavior Unit • 651-201-4718 • bridget.ideker@state.mn.us
Asthma Program
We improve asthma care and quality of life for people who have asthma.
Contact us:
- health.asthma@state.mn.us
- Andrea Hickle, MPH • Supervisor and Program Manger, Asthma Program • 651-201-4247 • andrea.hickle@state.mn.us
Cardiovascular Health Unit
We improve cardiovascular health and reduce the burden of heart disease and stroke for all people living in Minnesota.
Contact us:
- health.heart@state.mn.us
- James Peacock, PhD, MPH • Supervisor, Cardiovascular Health Unit • 651-201-5405 • james.peacock@state.mn.us
Stroke Program contact:
- health.stroke@state.mn.us
- Nicky Anderson, RN, BSN, SCRN • Healthy Systems Supervisor • 651-201-4095 • nicky.anderson@state.mn.us
Diabetes and Health Behavior Unit
We work across communities and partners to prevent type 2 diabetes and improve the health and well-being of those living with diabetes.
Contact us:
- health.diabetes@state.mn.us
- Bridget Ideker, RD, LD, CWHC • Supervisor, Diabetes and Health Behavior Unit • 651-201-4718 • bridget.ideker@state.mn.us
Oral Health Program
The State Oral Health Program promotes, protects, maintains and improves oral health because it is integral to the health of all Minnesotans.
Contact us:
- health.oral@state.mn.us
- Prasida Khanal, MPH, BDS • State Oral Health Director, Oral Health Program • 651-201-3538 • prasida.khanal@state.mn.us
Center for Health Promotion Leadership
- Eleanor Beaber, MS • Assistant Section Manager, Center for Health Promotion • 651-201-5451 • eleanor.beaber@state.mn.us
01/28/2026