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214 S. Wagner Ave. Wapakoneta, OH 45895 Phone: (419) 738-3410 Fax: (419) 738-7818 |
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Auglaize County Health Department |
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Health Education |
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Action for Healthy Kids: Action for Healthy Kids (AFHK) is a nationwide initiative dedicated to improving the health and educational performance of children through better nutrition and physical activity in schools. Local AFHK zone coalitions work at grassroots level to implement Ohio’s AFHK goals which are the following: · To increase the number of students and school that participate in the School Breakfast Program. · To ensure that healthy snacks and foods are provided in vending machines, school stores, and other venues within the school’s control. · To provide adequate co-curricular physical activity programs, including fully inclusive intramural programs and physical activity clubs.
The Auglaize County Health Department is actively involved in the coordination of Zone 2 AFHK activities. Zone 2 consists of Allen, Auglaize, Hancock, Hardin, Logan, Mercer, Putnam, and Van Wert counties. Links to more AFHK related websites.
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Contact Info: Janet Bassitt
Phone: 419-738-3410 Fax: 419-738-7818 Email: jbassitt@auglaizehealth.org |
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Auglaize County Community Heart Health Project Mission: Improve the cardiovascular health of residents of Auglaize County through · assessing community needs · raising awareness of cardiovascular disease · providing education on heart disease · increasing access to programs that promote healthy lifestyle changes
Modifiable Risk Factors for Heart Disease Include: · Diabetes · High blood pressure · High cholesterol · Lack of physical activity · Smoking |
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Tobacco Education and Prevention Project The mission of the Tobacco Free Coalition of Allen and Auglaize Counties is to coordinate tobacco programs through education, prevention, cessation, and advocacy to increase tobacco free lifestyles among Allen and Auglaize County residents. The coalition is focusing on the following: · Tobacco prevention education in schools, business, industry, and community. · Tobacco cessation through programs in schools, business, industry, community, and minority populations. · Establishment of tobacco-free environments. |
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Senior Fall & Fire Prevention Program The mission of the Allen and Auglaize County Senior Safety Coalition is to reduce the incidence of falls and fires among the 65 years and older population residing in Allen and Auglaize counties allowing individuals to maintain their independence in a safe home environment. This will be accomplished through three initiatives: education of the population and related health professionals, modifications of the home environment, and preservation/improvement of the individual’s level of physical function.
Fall and Fire Safety Presentations and Materials Available: · Speaker’s Bureau: Speakers are available to present a Fall Prevention Program to community groups. To schedule a presentation in Auglaize County, email jbassitt@auglaizehealth.org or call the Auglaize County Health Department at 419-738-3410. · Health Professional Training Materials: Materials are available for training home health nurse aides in fall and fire safety. The materials can be signed out and presented by a staff member at your facility or by a health professional from the Allen and Auglaize Senior Safety Coalition. One contact hour of continuing education is available to nurse aides completing the program. Email jbassitt@auglaizehealth.org or call the Auglaize County Health Department at 419-738-3410 to schedule a training in Auglaize County. · Fall and Fire Safety Bingo: An educational presentation about fall and fire prevention is available for senior groups. Email jbassitt@auglaizehealth.org or call the Auglaize County Health Department at 419-738-3410.
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