Webteam PHWEEK 5-13-2013: Coca-Cola Awards $1 Million to Georgia SHAPE Follow Us! Coca-Cola Awards $1 Million to Georgia SHAPE Contribution will help add 30 minutes of physical activity to school days Submit your story suggestions, ideas, comments or a story of your own! In This Issue Coca-Cola Contributes $1 Million Kids Left in Cars Prevention Through Nutrition Commish, Epi Honored Universal HIV Testing Eye Pigment Key to Obesity Exercise App Supports Charities PHBRIEF The Coca-Cola Company is giving $1 million to Georgia SHAPE to help fight childhood obesity in Georgia. In a news conference Wednesday at the World of Coca-Cola, Gov. Nathan Deal joined Muhtar Kent, chairman and chief executive officer of the Coca-Cola Company, and Atlanta Mayor Kasim Reed to celebrate the company's pledge to support programs that help Georgians live healthier, more active lifestyles. Gov. Nathan Deal; Muhtar Kent, chairman and chief executive officer of the Coca-Cola Company; and Atlanta Mayor Kasim Reed. "We believe we have a role to play in helping to create lasting Rudd Accepts Director of solutions" to the obesity crisis, Kent said. "We want to help people Human Resources Job get healthier here in our own backyard." DPH is pleased to announce that Lee Rudd has accepted the position of director for human resources, effective immediately. Lee, who most recently served as DPH's The money will help implement a Georgia SHAPE initiative encouraging 30 minutes of additional physical activity in all Georgia elementary schools. This physical activity is in addition to structured interim director, brings a deep physical education classes, not a replacement and can be led by any understanding and practice for creating human resources organizations that are consultative and problem solvers for the teacher. The data is clear: Physical activity means higher test scores, increased attention in class and a healthier student population. organization they serve. He worked as deputy commissioner for the "We're trying to make sure physical activity becomes an everyday State Personnel Administration for part of school for our children," Deal said. "That commitment is six years and helped lead the starting to show us the results we want." transformation of the Georgia Merit System to the State Personnel Administration. He later served as the administration's interim commissioner during its transition to the Department of Administrative Kids Left in Cars: State Agencies Warn of the Dangers Services. In the private sector, Rudd had various roles of increasing responsibility at BellSouth and has Officials urge greater awareness for Georgia's been the operational leader in several technology start ups. He has youngest citizens a bachelor's degree in finance and a master's degree in business administration from Samford The leaders of six state agencies and University in Birmingham, Ala. He is three partner organizations are calling also a member of the Society of for parents and caregivers of children Human Resource Administration and has executive level human resources certification from the International Public Management Association. to be more aware of the dangers associated with leaving kids unattended in vehicles. In the shadow of the Gold Dome last week, officials held a news conference to express PHEVENTS their concerns and demonstrate how fast temperatures can rise inside a closed vehicle, especially in the spring and summer, and especially in Tai Chi in the Park Georgia. Tuesday and Friday 11 a.m. DPH, in partnership with the Atlanta Downtown Improvement District, is offering tai chi classes at the water "We are here today to save lives as leaving children unattended in vehicles has become the leading cause of non- wall on the north end of Woodruff traffic vehicular deaths in the nation," Park. The class is open to the said Bobby Cagle, commissioner of Bright from the Start: Georgia community and there is no need to Department of Early Care and Learning. "We're told that more than register. No classes will be held half of all vehicle-related heatstroke deaths in children are caused during inclement weather. by a child accidentally being left in a car and more than 30 percent Free Exercise Classes are from a child getting into a hot car on their own." DPH offers group exercise classes everyday at 2 Peachtree. Classes One of the speakers at last week's news conference was Jenny include dance, kickboxing, yoga, Stanley, a parent who lost her 6-year-old daughter, Sydney, in walking and more. Classes are open August 2010 when the child became trapped inside the family's car on a first come, first served basis while parked in their garage. and there is no need to pre-register. Download the monthly schedule at www.health.state.ga.us/wellness. Submit Calendar Entries to communications@dhr.state.ga.us PHTRAINING Prevention Through Nutrition DPH employees visit urban garden, discuss cancer-fighting foods Two for Tuesdays: Office of Human Resources Join the Office of Training and Workforce Development the second Tuesday of each month for the new learning series Two for Tuesdays. This program provides an opportunity for programs to explore new ideas, share knowledge and highlight teams and their work. L'laina Rash will discuss DPH's internship program June 11. Introduction to Public Health Think you know what public health does? Here's an opportunity to know and learn more about the field of Public Health and specifically how it works in Georgia. This course is open to all employees new and seasoned to learn more about what we are doing in Georgia and how you role supports the department's goals. Course dates are May 21, June 25, July 23, Aug. 27, Sept. 24, Oct. 22 and Nov. 26. To learn more and to register, go to SABA or email Donna Dunn at dgdunn@dhr.state.ga.us. Health Literacy and Cultural Competency: Practical Skills for Public Health Practitioners June 3 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Clarence Brown Conference Center, Cartersville This one-day course will improve the communication skills of public health practitioners by teaching strategies to incorporate key principles of health literacy and cultural competency into existing programs. For more information and to register, visit sph.emory.edu/ephtc. Contact Tara Redd, tredd@emory.edu, with questions. Register by May 28. Analyzing Health Behaviors: Practical Skills for the Public Health Professional June 4 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Clarence Brown Conference Center, Cartersville This training will provide practical information on analyzing health behaviors to develop effective interventions. The course will introduce health education intervention planning and an overview of major theories, including stages of change, health belief model and planned behavior change. For more information and to register, visit sph.emory.edu/ephtc. Contact Tara Redd, tredd@emory.edu, with questions. Register by May 28. Can the processed foods on your plate cause cancer or make you sick? According to the American Institute for Cancer Research (AICR), no single food or food combination can protect against cancer by itself. However, strong evidence shows a diet filled with a variety of Atlanta chef Asata Reid prepares and lectures about super foods thought to help fight cancer. Photo by Jasmine R. Hudson. plant foods like vegetables, fruits, whole grains and beans helps lower the risk of many cancers. DPH employees recently visited the Truly Living Well (TLW) Center for Natural Urban Agriculture in downtown Atlanta to enjoy a lecture and cooking demonstration by Atlanta chef Asata Reid, who discussed the importance of buying chemical-free fruits and vegetables and super foods for cancer prevention. "Eating fresh, naturally grown food is one the most important things we can to do improve our health," said K. Rashid Nuri, TLW's chief executive officer. "TLW provides access to healthy produce which helps mitigate nutrition-related chronic diseases like diabetes, obesity, hypertension and cardiovascular disease in urban communities." DPH Commissioner, Epidemiologist Honored with Public Health Society Induction DPH Commissioner Brenda Fitzgerald, M.D., and Tiffany Parr-Fowles, DrPH, DPH senior manager epidemiologist, were recently inducted into the Beta Chi chapter of Delta Omega during a University of Georgia ceremony. Fitzgerald was inducted as the newest honorary member. "I am thrilled to be a member of Delta Omega, Beta Chi chapter," Fitzgerald said. "I am very proud of the Tiffany Parr-Fowles, DrPH, center, and DPH Commissioner Brenda Fitzgerald, M.D., attend the Delta Omega, Beta Chi chapter induction ceremony with Parr-Fowles' husband, Michael important work being Fowles. done in public health and that I have a role in it. It is a personal and professional achievement to be welcomed into this prestigious organization." Community Needs Assessment Skills for the Public Health Professional June 13 and 14 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Moultrie Technical College, Tifton The training will provide participants with the practical skills and knowledge needed to conduct a community needs assessment. Participants do not need to have skills in research, assessment or evaluation to attend. Topics will cover design and implementation of community needs assessment. For more information and to register, visit www.sph.emory.edu/ephtc. Contact Tara Redd, tredd@emory.edu, with questions. Register by June 3. Access Form & Report Design May 14 10 a.m.-3:30 PM Access Advanced Queries May 16 2-4:30 p.m. Access Tables & Database Design May 30 9:30 a.m.-4:30 PM For employees not at 2 Peachtree, classes can be attended remotely -however, remote attendees must be registered 48 hours prior to class. Register for all classes through SABA (2 Peachtree attendees register for "Instructor-Led" and remote attendees register for "Virtual" classes). Contact Lisa Miller if you have questions. Submit Calendar Entries to communications@dhr.state.ga.us Parr-Fowles, who was inducted as a student member of the society, recently earned a Doctor of Public Health degree. Her dissertation focused on geographic access and HIV testing among black men in Atlanta. U.S. Panel Recommends Universal HIV Testing Every person between the ages of 15 and 65 should be tested for HIV, regardless of their levels of risk for contracting the virus, a major government-backed panel of U.S. doctors and scientists said. The move aims to improve early detection of the virus and combat stigma associated with the test. OraQuick rapid HIV test The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) made the recommendation April 29, revising its previous position that only people at high risk for contracting the virus should be tested. The panel noted that HIV testing should be voluntary and performed only with a patient's consent. It also recommended screening all pregnant women for the virus and repeat testing for any individuals at higher risk of infection. The USPSTF's recommendations are not binding, but doctors usually heed its advice and its positions are often adopted by medical groups. According to a report from Reuters, the panel's recommendation will likely change how the test is prescribed by doctors, some of whom have not been offering the test to all of their adult patients. PHNEWS Kaiser Permanente to try fighting obesity with personal shoppers California May Ban Health Insurers From Charging Smokers More A Musical Message for Children on Healthy Eating PHRECIPE Eye Pigment Found To Be Key Between Obesity, Vision Loss "Eat your veggies" has been an admonition of parents through the ages, but newly published brain research from the University of Georgia provides one of the best reasons why. Lutein, the organic pigment that gives fruits and vegetables their color, is a powerful antioxidant that concentrates highly in the human brain and retina, particularly in the eye's macular area. Lutein prevents the oxidation of fat in these areas to maintain the health of the brain and eyes while its absence leads to macular degeneration, the leading cause of blindness in the U.S. Greek Salad Prep and Cook Time: 10 minutes Serves 1 Click Here for Full Recipe PHWEEK Editor Nicole Price Content Coordinator Connie F. Smith This symbiotic relationship is documented in a new study from the Vision Sciences Laboratory in the Franklin College of Arts and Sciences' Department of Psychology published in the journal Nutrients in March. "For years people have forgotten that our brain, along with the rest of our bodies, is composed of our diet," said Billy Hammond, a UGA professor in the brain and behavioral sciences program and the study's co-author. "Diet and exercise have a very big influence on how the brain ages and many other basic processes that encourage degeneration, and how our brain protects itself from that is by concentrating antioxidants like lutein in these particular areas." App Supports Charities Through Exercise Sr. Graphic Designer Ginny Jacobs Interim Web Developer Jimmy Clanton, Jr. Editorial & Design Team Tammy Beasley Carrie Gann Eric Jens Nancy Nydam Sandra Roberts Director of Communications Ryan Deal Charity Miles is a free app that empowers users to earn money for charities while walking, running or biking -- every day. Just choose a charity and hit the streets. As you walk, run or bike, the app will track your distance and you'll earn money for your charity: 10 cents per mile for bikers and 25 cents per mile for walkers and runners, all up to $1 million, courtesy of corporate sponsors. As you walk, run or bike with Charity Miles, you also help attract more sponsors to increase the sponsorship pool for everyone. Click here for more information and to download for iPhone or Android. Georgia Public Health Observances | May 2013 Mental Health Month Hepatitis Awareness Month Forward email Healthy Vision Month This email was sent to gadocs@uga.edu by communications@dhr.state.ga.us | Update Profile/Email Address | Instant removal with SafeUnsubscribeTM | Privacy Policy. Georgia Department of Public Health | 2 Peachtree Street, NW | Atlanta | GA | 30303