The Invisible Shield Premiered on PBS
The Invisible Shield, a four-part documentary series reveals how public health has saved countless lives in the U.S, increasing lifespans and protecting people from the threat of disease. The series premiered on March 26th on PBS and is now available to stream on pbs.org. Learn more at TheInvisibleShieldSeries.com
988 Promotional Materials Available
New posts and graphics are available on the 988 Partner Toolkit, a resource center for social media, video, print, radio, FAQs, messaging, and other marketing materials that can be used to promote the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline. These are designed to speak with one voice so there is clear understanding about the 988 Lifeline and how it works. Review the 988 Partner Toolkit at SAMHSA.gov
April A1C Screening Tour
During the month of April, Hy-Vee dietitians will be conducting 2000 free A1C screenings at more than 100 Hy-Vee store locations. Hemoglobin A1c is a simple blood test that measures your average blood sugar over the previous 2-3 month period. Individuals living with pre-diabetes, diabetes, and other health conditions use this information to help manage their blood sugar levels. Register at App.Hy-VeeHealthyYou.com
Aging Well with IDD
As part of their work with the University Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities, Happy at Home Consulting will be providing one hour educational sessions titled "Aging Well with IDD". These sessions will be available across the state to share information about the unique challenges faced by individuals aging with IDD, encompassing physical, mental, and social aspects of well-being. They will discuss the significance of home modifications and environmental supports in enhancing living conditions and accessibility, along with avenues for accessing funding and resources for these vital adaptations. Registration details can be found at HappyAtHomeConsulting.Com
ISU Extension & Outreach Resources on Sudden Job Loss
Access the news release including suggestions to help individuals cope positively with stress and loss in multiple languages!
English | Spanish | Arabic | Burmese | Tigrinya | Haitian Creole
Child Abuse Prevention Month
In a world where child abuse remains a pressing concern, the Community Partnership for Protecting Children (CPPC) has taken a creative and powerful approach to address the issue. Their goal is simple yet profound: to prevent violence against children by creating awareness.
Things you can do:
- Learn about abuse & help those that have been hurt
- String blue lights in your windows or around your house
- Distribute a monthly calendar to encourage families to do daily activities with their children
- Watch for Pinwheel Gardens planted outside buildings during the month.
- Provide the pinwheel color sheet to children and talk about that the Pinwheel represents
- Wear Blue throughout the month to help raise awareness for child abuse prevention
- Encourage parents to spend quality time interacting with children.
Community Support for Children & Families Listening Session
The Iowa Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) would like your input as we being building our plan for supporting Iowa's families and children. The goal of these listening sessions is to hold informal conversations with community members and providers to learn more about what works, what communities need, and what good days are made of. Feedback from these listening sessions will be used to create a plan of action. The local session is scheduled for Monday April 8th at 1pm at the Raccoon Valley Bank Community House at 1016 Main St. in Adel.
Community Food Systems & Farm to School and Early Care Conference Early Bird Registration Open
The Community Food Systems & Farm to School and Early Care Conference is a unique, two-day conference that celebrates food systems, farm to school and early care, and local food. This year's theme is Rooted in Community: Growing Partnerships for Sustainable Food Systems. Learn more and register at Extension.IaState.edu
Registration Open for IHC Annual Forum
Join Iowa Healthcare Collaborative, convening providers and community stakeholders to work toward the common goal of exceptional healthcare in Iowa and across the nation. Promote a healthcare culture of continuous improvement in quality, safety and value that provides the most effective and efficient care, while encouraging communication, collaboration, and transparency. Equipping Iowa and the nation to raise the standard of care, align clinicians for continuous improvement, engage the community for sustainable healthcare transformation, and promote responsible reporting of healthcare information. Learn more about this June 19th event at IHConline.org
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