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Are you looking for new ways to promote and support active living, healthy eating or breastfeeding where you live, work or play? By following a few simple steps, you can create your own customized action plan built on the same goals, strategies and activities that form the foundation for the Nebraska Physical Activity and Nutrition State Plan.
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Join Us for the Next Teleconference in the
2013 Partners N Health Series
"Engaging Youth in Health Messaging:
Two School-based Initiatives for NE Teens"
with guest speakers
Leah Frerichs, MS, UNMC and
Amy Struthers, MA, UNL College of Journalism
Wednesday, Feb. 27th from 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM CST
To register, please email betsey.heidrick@nebraska.gov by Monday, February 25th.
Other Teleconferences in the 2013 Series:
- March 13th, noon - 1:00 p.m. CST
- Topic: National Nutrition Month - Breastfeeding Peer Support
- April 24th, noon - 1:00 p.m. CST
- Topic: WIC Farmers Markets in Nebraska
- May 22nd, noon - 1:00 p.m. CST
- Topic: Bike Month - Complete Streets
- June 26th, noon - 1:00 p.m. CST
- Topic: The Nebraska Worksite Wellness Toolkit
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Omaha Schools Encourage Active Transportation
Omaha's efforts to promote active transportation to schools, including a "hike and bike to school" event at Saddlebrook Elementary, are highlighted in this Jan. 10 article from the Omaha World-Herald.
PEP Grant Application Resources Now Available
In preparation for the release of the 2013 Carol M. White PEP Grant on February 28, SPARK has created helpful information for applicants, including a checklist and resource guide. Click here to access the PEP Grant application materials.
ASHA Now Accepting Conference Workshop Proposals
The American School Health Association (ASHA) is now accepting conference workshop proposals for its annual conference Oct. 9-12 in Myrtle Beach, SC. Conference proposals should focus on current and emerging issues and innovative strategies or programs in Coordinated School Health. Applications can be accessed here. Submissions are due March 15. |
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The Nebraska Heart Disease and Stroke Prevention (HDSP) Program's mission is to promote the ABCS of clinical prevention (appropriate aspirin therapy, blood pressure control, cholesterol control, and smoking cessation).
Click here to read the full HDSP Program Partner Highlight.
Learn more about the ABCs of heart health
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Nebraska Food System Assessment Report Released
The Gretchen Swanson Center for Nutrition recently completed a needs assessment of the food system in Nebraska that focused on two key components: production and consumption. The assessment examined both perceptions of and participation in local food systems by producers, consumers and other key stakeholders throughout the state. Click here for the full report.
Team Nutrition Provider Handbook Released
A Team Nutrition "Nutrition and Wellness Tips for Young Children: Provider Handbook for the Child and Adult Care Food Program" handbook was designed to help child care providers create healthier environments for the children in their care.
USDA Aims for Healthier Snacks and Drinks in Schools
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) recently proposed updated nutrition standards for school snack foods and beverages, including foods offered in vending machines and cafeteria à la carte lines. Learn more about the updated standards here.
School Food Success Stories from Around the Country
Schools across the country are making big changes in the cafeteria this year as a result of the U.S. Department of Agriculture's updated nutrition standards for school meals, but five school districts across the country (in GA, HI, MS, KY, and WI) found ways to serve and sell healthier foods and beverages not just in the cafeteria, but also in vending machines, school stores, and a la carte lines. Read their success stories here.
Health Bucks Intervention Resources Now Available
Health Bucks are $2 coupons that can be used by residents of low-income neighborhoods, and they can incentivize Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (food stamp) users to purchase fresh fruits and vegetables at participating farmers' markets. Visit the Center TRT website to learn more.
Report Examines Competitive Foods in Schools
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recently released Competitive Foods and Beverages in U.S. Schools: A State Policy Analysis, which provides a snapshot of policies for competitive foods in schools in 39 states, including Nebraska, to determine their alignment with the 13 standards recommended in the 2007 Institute of Medicine's (IOM) Nutrition Standards for Foods in Schools: Leading the Way Toward Healthier Youth. |
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ASTHO Launches Physical Activity Guidelines Webinar Series
The Association of State and Territorial Health Officers (ASTHO) recently launched the Physical Activity Guidelines Webinar Series. Access webinar archives and other related resources on ASTHO's website.
NPAS Creates Physical Activity Resource Database
The National Physical Activity Society (NPAS) has created a matrix of over 700 physical activity resources, organized by setting and/or state. Click here to see Nebraska's resource page. Also on the website are archived monthly webinars on a wide range of physical activity issues.
Report Links Active Transportation and Disease Prevention
New research published in the American Journal of Preventative Medicine shows that adults who engage in active transportation have better cardiovascular health and lower rates of hypertension and diabetes than adults who do not.
Study Shows the Power of PE
Requiring students to have daily physical education (PE) in school can help them be active for 23 minutes per day, according to a recent study published in the American Journal of Preventive Medicine. The authors analyzed 85 past studies to estimate how many minutes of daily physical activity youth could accumulate if various policy changes were implemented.
Study: What Makes People Afraid to Walk?
A recent study conducted in Chicago explored whether people's perceptions of safety in their neighborhood affected how active they were. The study found that residents who perceived a safer, less-violent neighborhood were more likely to walk for either leisure or transport. Meanwhile, residents who lived in neighborhoods with lower incidents of crime were more likely to walk for transport but not necessarily for leisure.
Barriers to Physical Activity in Individuals with Disabilities
Many studies have found that the prevalence of obesity is very high in adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). This archived webinar explores factors that play a role in reduced physical activity and discusses lifestyle choices and organizational change to improve the health of people with IDD. To view the webinar, you will need to register your information (name, email, phone, and organization). |
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FDA Creates Breast Pump Resource Website
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has published a new webpage, "Breast Pumps: Don't Be Misled - Get the Facts," to help moms choose the right breast pump. The page includes information about choosing, purchasing, and cleaning a breast pump.
Breastfeeding Initiative Encourages Baby-Friendly Designation
The Connecticut Breastfeeding Initiative (CBI) was a collaborative effort between the Connecticut Breastfeeding Coalition and the Connecticut Department of Public Health to promote practices in hospitals that support the initiation and continuation of breastfeeding. Click here to learn about the intervention's core elements, implementation process, and evaluation results.
Illinois Partners Launch Hospital Breastfeeding Toolkit
HealthConnect One, in collaboration with the Illinois Department of Health Services and other partners, has launched a Hospital Breastfeeding Toolkit, a collection of strategies and resources designed to help guide hospitals through implementation of breastfeeding supportive maternity care practices. Click here to learn more about the toolkit.
Indian Health Diabetes Best Practice: Breastfeeding Support Report Released
The Indian Health Diabetes Best Practice: Breastfeeding Support report describes clinical tools and technical resources to effectively support breastfeeding. The intent of this report from the Indian Health Service, Division of Diabetes Treatment and Prevention, is to assist families in childbearing age who are at risk for type 1 and type 2 diabetes. Click here to access the report.
Report Examines Impact of Breastfeeding on WIC Expenditures
The Institute for Women's Policy Research has released a report entitled How Increasing Breastfeeding Rates Will Affect WIC Expenditures: Saving Money While Meeting the Goals of Healthy People 2020. Click here to view the report. |
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