Jan 18, 2012
Financial Fitness in 2012
Some of the most common New Year’s resolutions involve money. Reducing debt, increasing savings, and investing smarter are often at the top of our lists.
On the current edition of Prevention West Virginia, Patricia Scott from the Kanawha Institute for Social Research and Action shares advice on saving, borrowing, and investing.
Additional information about Prevention WV, including show times and locations, is available at http://www.prevnet.org/preventionwvTV/default.aspx.
Jan 3, 2012
January 2012 Health Observances
•Cervical Health Awareness Month
•National Birth Defects Prevention Month
•National Glaucoma Awareness Month
•National Radon Action Month
•National Stalking Awareness Month
•Thyroid Awareness Month
•National Folic Acid Awareness Week (Jan 8-14)
Sources: National Health Information Center, Wellness Council of America
Dec 8, 2011
Early Intervention Program Reduces Youth Substance Abuse in WV
A pilot program in Logan and Mercer counties is cutting down on youth substance abuse in the Mountain State. WV’s Substance Abuse Early Intervention Program (EIP) targets youth ages 12-18 who have just begun to use alcohol, tobacco, or other substances and/or are engaging in delinquent behavior often associated with substance use.
Since its inception in 2010, 65 youth have completed the program, which enhances accurate understanding of the risks of alcohol, tobacco, & other drug (ATOD) use and develops ATOD refusal skills. The program also provides an alternative option for youth who may be on their way into the juvenile justice system.
“WV’s Early Intervention Program is appropriate for youth who fall BETWEEN the stages of needing primary prevention services and those who need actual substance abuse treatment,” says Jamie Albert, WV EIP Statewide Coordinator. “Youth in need of counseling, therapy or other treatment services are NOT appropriate candidates for the EIP.”
Youth are referred to the local programs by the WV Department of Health & Human Resources (WV DHHR), school personnel, the court system, and parents. EIP Specialists conduct a screening assessment with referred youth to confirm eligibility to participate. Youth who opt to participate and their parents attend separate two-hour orientation sessions. Youth then experience a 12 hour evidence-based prevention education course. Classes are usually six two-hour sessions over a two week period. The curriculum addresses the consequences of substance use and decision making skills. A parenting and wellness workshop is also available to parents.
WV’s EIP is based on a similar statewide initiative in Kentucky, which has proven to prevent teen substance use. A recent evaluation report on the pilot programs in Logan and Mercer counties confirms increased risk perceptions of substance abuse, increased disapproval substance abuse, and decreased intentions to further
use drugs. The report is available at http://www.prevnet.org/earlyintervention/default.aspx.
WV’s EIP is funded by Drug Free WV grants (Purdue Pharma Asset Forfeiture Funds) and a federal Projects of Regional and National Significance grant. The program is administered by the WV Prevention Resource Center, an affiliate of Marshall University. Local contractors facilitate the EIP at the county level.
Since its inception in 2010, 65 youth have completed the program, which enhances accurate understanding of the risks of alcohol, tobacco, & other drug (ATOD) use and develops ATOD refusal skills. The program also provides an alternative option for youth who may be on their way into the juvenile justice system.
“WV’s Early Intervention Program is appropriate for youth who fall BETWEEN the stages of needing primary prevention services and those who need actual substance abuse treatment,” says Jamie Albert, WV EIP Statewide Coordinator. “Youth in need of counseling, therapy or other treatment services are NOT appropriate candidates for the EIP.”
Youth are referred to the local programs by the WV Department of Health & Human Resources (WV DHHR), school personnel, the court system, and parents. EIP Specialists conduct a screening assessment with referred youth to confirm eligibility to participate. Youth who opt to participate and their parents attend separate two-hour orientation sessions. Youth then experience a 12 hour evidence-based prevention education course. Classes are usually six two-hour sessions over a two week period. The curriculum addresses the consequences of substance use and decision making skills. A parenting and wellness workshop is also available to parents.
WV’s EIP is based on a similar statewide initiative in Kentucky, which has proven to prevent teen substance use. A recent evaluation report on the pilot programs in Logan and Mercer counties confirms increased risk perceptions of substance abuse, increased disapproval substance abuse, and decreased intentions to further
use drugs. The report is available at http://www.prevnet.org/earlyintervention/default.aspx.
WV’s EIP is funded by Drug Free WV grants (Purdue Pharma Asset Forfeiture Funds) and a federal Projects of Regional and National Significance grant. The program is administered by the WV Prevention Resource Center, an affiliate of Marshall University. Local contractors facilitate the EIP at the county level.
Dec 1, 2011
December Health Observances
World AIDS Day (December 1)
WV Division of STD, HIV, Hepatitis
www.dhhr.wv.gov/oeps/std-hiv-hep/Pages/default.aspx
National Handwashing Awareness Week (December 4-10)
Safe Toys & Gifts Month
National Drunk and Drugged Driving (3D) Prevention Month
Stay safe this holiday season.
•Designate a sober driver before celebrations begin.
•Never serve those under the age of 21 alcohol.
•Plan safe parties, including providing non-alcoholic drink options to guests and not serving alcohol the last hour of the gathering.
•Be prepared to get everyone home safe in case your plans or individual circumstances change.
Sources: National Health Information Center; Wellness Council of America; Mothers Against Drunk Driving
WV Division of STD, HIV, Hepatitis
www.dhhr.wv.gov/oeps/std-hiv-hep/Pages/default.aspx
National Handwashing Awareness Week (December 4-10)
Safe Toys & Gifts Month
National Drunk and Drugged Driving (3D) Prevention Month
Stay safe this holiday season.
•Designate a sober driver before celebrations begin.
•Never serve those under the age of 21 alcohol.
•Plan safe parties, including providing non-alcoholic drink options to guests and not serving alcohol the last hour of the gathering.
•Be prepared to get everyone home safe in case your plans or individual circumstances change.
Sources: National Health Information Center; Wellness Council of America; Mothers Against Drunk Driving
Nov 29, 2011
Building Communities Through Green & Sustainable Jobs
Currently on Prevention WV...
Going green isn’t JUST about recycling plastic bottles and newspaper. Green initiatives also mean community development, because they strive to improve community well-being. Sarah Halstead Boland joins me on the current edition of Prevention West Virginia to discuss West Virginia GreenWorks an organization that strives to create sustainable green jobs in local communities.
Additional information about Prevention WV, including show times and locations, is available at http://www.prevnet.org/preventionwvTV/default.aspx.
Going green isn’t JUST about recycling plastic bottles and newspaper. Green initiatives also mean community development, because they strive to improve community well-being. Sarah Halstead Boland joins me on the current edition of Prevention West Virginia to discuss West Virginia GreenWorks an organization that strives to create sustainable green jobs in local communities.
Additional information about Prevention WV, including show times and locations, is available at http://www.prevnet.org/preventionwvTV/default.aspx.
Nov 28, 2011
RX Abuse Prevention Strategies Workshop Dec 14
The Northern WV Rural Health Education Center is sponsoring an RX Abuse Prevention Strategies Workshop December 14th @ Glenville State College.
This FREE workshop is intended for medical professionals (physicians, nurses, pharmacists); social workers; counselors; law enforcement; addiction & prevention professionals in BRAXTON, CALHOUN, GILMER, LEWIS & WIRT counties. Continuing education units will be available. There will be a nominal fee for some types of CEUs.
Please use the link below to view and/or print an 11x17 information flyer, which includes a detailed agenda, presenter info, and additional CEU details.
http://dl.dropbox.com/u/18051075/2011-12-RX_Prevention_Glenville.pdf
To confirm your eligibility to attend and to register, please contact
Donna Steigleder
304.462.6292
donna.steigleder@nwvrhec.org
This workshop may be offered at additional locations this spring. Please call Jo Beyer @ 304.766.6301 ext 21 for additional information.
This FREE workshop is intended for medical professionals (physicians, nurses, pharmacists); social workers; counselors; law enforcement; addiction & prevention professionals in BRAXTON, CALHOUN, GILMER, LEWIS & WIRT counties. Continuing education units will be available. There will be a nominal fee for some types of CEUs.
Please use the link below to view and/or print an 11x17 information flyer, which includes a detailed agenda, presenter info, and additional CEU details.
http://dl.dropbox.com/u/18051075/2011-12-RX_Prevention_Glenville.pdf
To confirm your eligibility to attend and to register, please contact
Donna Steigleder
304.462.6292
donna.steigleder@nwvrhec.org
This workshop may be offered at additional locations this spring. Please call Jo Beyer @ 304.766.6301 ext 21 for additional information.
Nov 1, 2011
Health Observances in November 2011 & WV Resources
•American Diabetes Month & World Diabetes Day (Nov 14)
WV Diabetes Prevention & Control Program
•Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) Awareness Month & World COPD Day (Nov 16)
COPD Includes Chronic Bronchitis, Emphysema and Asthma
•Lung & Stomach Cancer Awareness Month
WV Comprehensive Cancer Program
•National Family Caregivers Month
WV Caregivers
•American Healthy Skin Month
•National Hospice Palliative Care Month
•Prematurity Awareness Month
March of Dimes WV Chapter
•Great American Smokeout (Nov 17)
WV Div. of Tobacco Prevention
•International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women (Nov 25)
WV Coalition Against Domestic Violence
WV Wellness and Prevention Event Calendar
available @ www.PrevNET.org
Please send relevant event information to michele.burnside@marshall.edu.
WV Wellness and Prevention County Coalition Contact Information
available @ www.PrevNET.org
Please send relevant event information to michele.burnside@marshall.edu.
Take Care WV RX Abuse Prevention Campaign Website
available @ www.takecarewv.org
It is dangerous and illegal to share prescription medications with family and friends.
Sources: National Health Information Center, Wellness Council of America
WV Diabetes Prevention & Control Program
•Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) Awareness Month & World COPD Day (Nov 16)
COPD Includes Chronic Bronchitis, Emphysema and Asthma
•Lung & Stomach Cancer Awareness Month
WV Comprehensive Cancer Program
•National Family Caregivers Month
WV Caregivers
•American Healthy Skin Month
•National Hospice Palliative Care Month
•Prematurity Awareness Month
March of Dimes WV Chapter
•Great American Smokeout (Nov 17)
WV Div. of Tobacco Prevention
•International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women (Nov 25)
WV Coalition Against Domestic Violence
WV Wellness and Prevention Event Calendar
available @ www.PrevNET.org
Please send relevant event information to michele.burnside@marshall.edu.
WV Wellness and Prevention County Coalition Contact Information
available @ www.PrevNET.org
Please send relevant event information to michele.burnside@marshall.edu.
Take Care WV RX Abuse Prevention Campaign Website
available @ www.takecarewv.org
It is dangerous and illegal to share prescription medications with family and friends.
Sources: National Health Information Center, Wellness Council of America
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