State Agencies Administering The Child Nutrition Programs colorado CACFP State Director colorado Department of Public health and Environment Bureau of Child nutrition programs Florida Department of health http://www.fns.usda.gov/cnd/Contacts/StateDirectory.htm
State Education Agency School Health Programs School nutrition colorado Connections for healthy Schools Child nutrition programs health and Physical Education Curriculum Framework http://www.ccsso.org/projects/School_Health_Project/6457.cfm
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CSU Cooperative Extension - FCS Nutrition & Health nutrition and health programs provide information to change attitudes, Related colorado State University Cooperative Extension Links/Resources http://www.co.weld.co.us/departments/extension/ext_fcsNutrition.html
Extractions: Monday - Friday Nutrition and Health Page under construction. Nutrition and Health programs provide information to change attitudes, adopt life skills or behaviors to have the best possible wellness and reduce health risks, at any age. Diet to disease risks research information forms the basis of education programs, eating choices and food preparation recommendations. Related Colorado State University Cooperative Extension Links/Resources: *Consumer Connections: Weekly news columns on a wide range of consumer topics, written by Front Range family and consumer educators.
Health - Physical Health & Access To Care Two colorado programs, colorectal cancer screening and oral health, Untangling the WebHow to Find Useful nutrition and health Information Online by http://www.larimer.org/compass/sub_health_physical.htm
Extractions: Larimer County Profile - Maternal and Child Health Data Sets [pdf] Children's Health Gender-Related Health Issues 2001 Community Health Survey The following links go to the results of the 2001 Community Health Survey . The 2001 survey is the third in a series of studies conducted by the Health District of Northern Larimer County to help determine the health status and health care needs of people living in Larimer County. Whenever possible, 2001 data are compared to data from the 1995 and 1998 surveys. Risk Factors [pdf] Preventive Screenings [pdf] Preventive medical screenings are used to detect illnesses or diseases in an individual. Often the early identification of problems can improve chances for successful medical intervention. Preventive screenings measured by the Community Health Survey include dental, cholesterol, blood pressure, breast cancer, cervical cancer and colorectal cancer screenings.
Editorial Board For The Forum For Family And Consumer Issues Her Ph.D. is in nutrition Education from colorado State University. Task Force to develop Strategic Plan for nutrition, Diet health Base programs, http://www.ces.ncsu.edu/depts/fcs/pub/board/pkendall.html
Extractions: Colorado State University A native of Kansas, Dr. Kendall received her B.S. in Home Economics Education and M.S. in Foods and Nutrition from Kansas State University. Her Ph.D. is in Nutrition Education from Colorado State University. Since 1976, Dr. Kendall has been a professor and Cooperative Extension Specialist in the Department of Food Science and Human Nutrition at Colorado State University. As such, she works with extension agents, teachers, graduate students and nutrition and agricultural professionals across Colorado in developing, implementing and evaluating programs in the areas of foods, nutrition and food safety. For the past several years she has placed special emphasis on developing, implementing and evaluating programs and research projects on communicating with consumers about health risks, including risks associated with the safety of the food supply. This July she added a one-year assignment as interim head of her Department. DEGREES, DATES, INSTITUTIONS, MAJORS:
Extractions: WITH NEARLY ONE IN FOUR NATIVE AMERICAN HOUSEHOLDS HUNGRY OR ON EDGE OF HUNGER, WIC IS MAKING A HEALTHY DIFFERENCE I ndian and Native American WIC Programs provide much-needed nutrition and health benefits to over 57,000 Native American women, infants and children each month, according to the Food Research and Action Center's (FRAC) new publication, "WIC in Native American Communities: Building a Healthier America." The report reviews 25 years of health and nutrition progress driven by WIC; analyzes previously unpublished government data on the extent of Native American health and hunger; and provides new data profiles of 31 Indian and Native American WIC programs. WIC In Native American Communities: Building A Healthier America Report Summary (html) WIC In Native American Communities: Building A Healthier America Report Summary (.pdf) Model Article for Use in Community Newspapers, Newsletters and Other Publications
Colorado College | Publications Look to these resources for details on specific health care programs. Instruct the patient in proper care,. nutrition, and exercise. http://www.coloradocollege.edu/careercenter/Publications/Packets1999/5HealthCare
Extractions: Year Timeline Publications Career ... Internal Characteristics of a Health Care Provider There are many qualities that a health care provider may possess. These questions can help you decide if a health care career is right for you. Do you communicate well with others? Can you be counted on in an emergency? Would you enjoy working in a busy hospital? a high tech lab? a modern office? Would you enjoy being in an atmosphere where sick individuals are given medical care and compassion? Are you curious? Do you want to learn more about medical science? Are you ambitious and self-motivated?
Colorado College Tutt Library: Government Documents Science.gov links for disease, health care, nutrition, mental health, . programs. Medicare official US Government site; Mental health a Report http://www.coloradocollege.edu/Library/GovernmentDocs/Health.html
Extractions: GENERAL HEALTH DATABASES PROGRAMS Medicare official US Government site Mental Health: a Report of the Surgeon General National Clearinghouse for Alcohol and Drug Information disAbility.gov Federal Programs, Services, and Resources to Americans with disabilities and their Families (President's Task Force on Employment of Adults with Disabilities) Oncology Tools from the FDA, links to cancer institutions and treatment facilities, journals, and legislative initiatives. Search for details on specific cancer type and approved drug therapies.
Schools And Health: Our Nation's Investment Director, Child nutrition programs Arkansas Department of Education Little Rock School health programs School of Nursing University of colorado http://www4.nationalacademies.org/news.nsf/isbn/0309054354?OpenDocument
Extractions: Extension Home Colo. State University Programs Administration ... Resources 15200 W. 6th Avenue Suite C Golden, Colorado 80401 Nutrition and Health Nutrition and health programs are available for consumers, agencies, schools, churches, child care providers, and other groups. The following are brief descriptions of the programs offered by the CSU Cooperative Extension Office. Diabetes is a significant health issue in the United States. Who is at greatest risk? What are the signs and symptoms of type 2 diabetes? What positive lifestyle changes can delay or prevent type 2 diabetes? for Limited Resource Audiences These free nutrition education programs help limited resource Coloradoans stretch their food dollar while learning to eat more nutritiously. Through a series of classes with hands-on activities, participants learn to get the most nutritional value for their food dollar.
Extractions: The Colorado Nutrition Education Plan (NEP) is an outreach function funded by the Food and Nutrition Service of the United States Department of Agriculture through the Colorado Department of Human Services, Food Stamp Program. It is headquartered in the Food Science and Human Nutrition Department at Colorado State University. The Colorado Nutrition Network is a statewide collaborative alliance with the mission to link together public and private organizations to promote and coordinate nutrition education for low-income Coloradans. The Network has two major initiatives: Food Friends: Making New Foods Fun for Kids , and Nutrition Links -Extension Nutrition Programs- Extension Nutrition Programs provides classes, demonstrations, and educational activities on nutrition, food choices, food buying and preparation, food resource management, and general diabetes education awareness to Food Stamp recipients and potential applicants. ENP is offered through Colorado State University Cooperative Extension Offices. The FSNEP component is a part of the Nutrition Education Plan. -Alternative Strategies for Nutrition Education-
Colorado Physical Activity And Nutrition Program The colorado Physical Activity and nutrition Program is part of the colorado Department of Public colorado Department of Public health Environment http://www.cdphe.state.co.us/pp/COPAN/COPAN.html
Extractions: search entire web search www.cdphe.state.co.us Overview About COPAN COPAN Initiatives Resource Kits ... Other Resources Many documents on this site are PDF files, which require the use of the free Adobe Acrobat Reader. The Colorado Physical Activity and Nutrition Program is part of the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment. The Program has established and coordinates the COPAN Coalition including an executive committee. Together the Program and the Coalition have developed and are implementing the Colorado Physical Activity and Nutrition State Plan 2010 that promotes healthy eating and physical activity in order to successfully prevent and reduce overweight, obesity, and related chronic diseases. COPAN Coalition and Partners 5 a Day program Nutrition Overweight and obesity ... Worksite task force
Health A To Z Index The colorado Department of Public health and Environment is committed to protecting and colorado Physical Activity and nutrition Program (COPAN) http://www.cdphe.state.co.us/health-h.asp
Extractions: search entire web search www.cdphe.state.co.us Center for Health and Environmental Information and Statistics Disease Control and Environmental Epidemiology ... Prevention Services Division The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment is committed to protecting and preserving the health and environment of the people of Colorado.
Chronic Disease - Programs - Nutrition & Physical Activity National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and health Promotion In FY 2004, the nutrition and Physical Activity Program to Prevent Obesity and Other http://www.cdc.gov/node.do/id/0900f3ec8005978c
Extractions: On this page: CDCs Division of Nutrition and Physical Activity pursues a public health approach to reduce chronic disease through improving nutrition and physical activity. This is accomplished through state programs, epidemiological and behavioral research, surveillance, training and education, intervention development and evaluation, health promotion and leadership, policy and environmental change, communication and social marketing and partnership development. Poor diet and physical inactivity are associated with an increased risk of a number of chronic health conditions including cardiovascular disease, diabetes, some cancers, high blood pressure, as well as overweight and obesity.
Extractions: C.O.R.E. Return to C.O.R.E. Leadership The Center for Human Nutrition (CHN) was established in 1988 within the University of Colorado Health Sciences Center in recognition of the importance of proper nutrition to human health and of a need for nutrition education in major medical centers. The CHN, an interdepartmental center within the CU School of Medicine, has developed a comprehensive range of nutrition programs, encompassing research, training, education, nutrition services, community outreach, and participation in national nutrition policy. Dr. Hill is a professor in the Departments of Pediatrics and Medicine and the Director of the Center for Human Nutrition and the Clinical Nutrition Research Unit at the University of Colorado Health Sciences Center. He received his B.S. degree from the University of Tennessee and M.A. and Ph.D. degrees from the University of New Hampshire in Physiological Psychology. He has postdoctoral experience in Endocrinology and Metabolism from Emory University. Dr. Hills research interests are understanding how energy and macronutrient balance are achieved, how they are influenced by diet and physical activity, and the consequences for the prevention and treatment of obesity.
K-12 Outreach Initiatives The colorado Rural health Scholars Program was designed by a former medical Human nutrition manages the Seeds for health program, which targets colorado http://www.uchsc.edu/sm/sm/Ktwelveinit.html
Extractions: HOME - UCHSC E-mail UCHSC K-12 Outreach Initiatives The Colorado Rural Health Scholars Program Our Area Health Education Centers (AHEC) The School has hosted multiple K-12 outreach programs, last year serving over 1100 pre-college students and K-12 teachers on campus. One shining example of a program developed by a faculty member several years ago is the Colorado/Wyoming Junior Academy of Sciences annual Spring seminar. Over 400 high school students representing two dozen high schools are exposed to careers in the health professions, cutting edge research, molecular biology, clinical sciences, neurosciences and working biomedical scientists and clinicians. The Nutrition Center partners with Denver Public Schools Student Services in the development of a Comprehensive Health Initiative and collaborates with the Denver School Based Health Centers. In partnership with the CU Cancer Center and other community funders, the School's Center for Human Nutrition manages the Seeds for Health program, which targets Colorado 3rd graders for its "5 a Day" program. Follow up is done in their 4th grade year to see if students remember what they were taught the year before. Other major outreach initiatives include community nutrition education programs in metropolitan Denver and collaborative programs to develop the Colorado Nutrition Network, the goal of which is to provide nutrition education for Medicaid recipients.
Steps To A Healthier Colorado - 2004 colorado Physical Activity and nutrition Program colorado Department of Public health and Environment 4300 Cherry Creek Drive South, A5 http://www.healthierus.gov/steps/grantees/2004/CO_state.html
Extractions: For FY 2003, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) allocated $13.6 million to fund 24 communities, including several in Colorado; in FY 2004 HHS allocated $35.8 million to increase funding to the existing 24 communities and fund an additional 16 for a total of 40 communities. Project Area Target Populations Mesa: School-aged children, youth in low income areas, government and school district employees, senior citizens, uninsured/underinsured adults, and migrant farm workers. Pueblo: Children and adults at high risk for or diagnosed with chronic diseases, health professionals, low-income populations and Latinos. Teller: Low-income populations and school-aged children. Weld: Latinos, low-income populations, and people without health insurance.