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In This Issue
DPH Marks Great American Smokeout
Tree Hugging 101: Embrace Your Family Tree for National Family
History Day Celebrate Thanksgiving the
Healthy Way Holiday Survivor Competitor Promotes Healthy Living During
the Holiday Season Keeping Children Safe on the Road; DPH Encourages Safe Child
Transportation App of the Week: Fooducate

Last week, the Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH) joined the American Cancer Society in celebrating the Great American Smokeout (GASO) and helping Georgians find support in kicking their tobacco habit for good. Held every third Thursday in November, GASO encourages smokers to quit that day or use the day to make a plan to quit during the next two weeks.

Tobacco claims the lives of more than

11,000 Georgians each year and cost more

than $5 billion dollars in direct health

care costs and indirect costs such as lost Janice Hayes quit smoking 17 years ago after she

wages. Furthermore, tobacco users die on was diagnosed with a tumor on one of her vocal

average 10 years earlier than non-tobacco

cords.

users. Tobacco use and second hand

smoke also cause lung and throat cancer, stroke, heart attack, diabetes or preterm

birth.

Tree Hugging 101: Embrace Your Family Tree for National Family History Day

PHEVENTS
Looking for DPH events? Visit the Events Schedule
on our website.
PHTRAINING
Computer Training
Word Formatting
Wed., Dec. 3 10:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Word Styles & Themes Wed., Dec. 3
2:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Word Columns & Graphics Mon., Dec. 8
2:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Word Tables & Forms Tues., Dec. 9
10:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Thanksgiving is quickly approaching and Georgians will be reuniting with loved ones for celebrations that bring together multiple generations of family members. In addition to sharing a good meal and many laughs, Thanksgiving is the perfect opportunity to embrace your family tree for National Family History Day.
Established in 2004 by the U.S. Surgeon General, National Family History Day is an annual observance that encourages Americans to explore their personal history during the holiday or at other occasions when families gather. The Surgeon General encourages Americans to use this time to discuss and document common health problems among family members.

Word Automatic Features Tues., Dec. 9
1:30 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
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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). View monthly training calendars on PHIL. Contact Lisa Miller
if you have questions.
Look for Access classes in January.
Free Online Courses Available from Lynda.com
DPH has a limited number of licenses for lynda.com which is an online library
of high-quality, easy-to-use instructional videos on the latest software, creative and business skills. Licenses are available for check out on a first come, first served basis. To check out a license, simply email Lisa Miller from your Public Health email
account.
Submit calendar entries to communications@dph.ga.gov
by 12 noon on Wednesday.
PHNEWS

Since 2004, the U.S. Surgeon General has marked Thanksgiving as National Family History Day, an annual observance encouraging people to explore their health
history during the holidays.
Celebrate Thanksgiving The Healthy Way
Thanksgiving Day is almost here and many Georgians are planning to prepare their favorite comfort foods cooked exclusively for holiday celebrations. Resisting appetizing holiday dishes can be challenging, but health experts from the Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH) are reminding citizens how they can enjoy staple Thanksgiving meals without sacrificing flavor Lindsey Regallis, WIC nutritionist, recommends substituting popular or their healthy lifestyle. cooking ingredients and incorporating exercise into your Thanksgiving
gatherings to enjoy a healthier holiday celebration.
Eating right during the holiday doesn't have to be an overwhelming task, according to Lindsey Regallis, Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) nutritionist in Chatham County. She believes that with a little advance planning, families can enjoy their holiday meals and possibly create healthier versions of their favorite recipes.

Meet America's Top Ebola Doctor

Holiday Survivor Competitor Promotes Healthy

Health Board: Be more concerned

with flu than Ebola

Living During the Holiday Season

Piedmont launches human milk donation program
Federal goal is to vaccinate 80 percent of boys and girls against
HPV by 2020
Undiagnosed sleep problems may be common among firefighters
When diseases collide: Less than half of cancer survivors have been
tested for HIV
1 Million: Number of Americans Suffering Eye Infections Yearly.
Blame Dirty Contacts
Georgia's emergency leaders say state is ready for next winter event


Just in time for Thanksgiving, 75 employees with the Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH) are utilizing daily physical movement, mindful eating behaviors and controlled portion sizes to prevent weight gain and encourage weight maintenance. The competition known as Holiday Survivor is organized by DPH's Worksite Wellness team and is a friendly employee competition designed to promote healthier nutrition and exercise behaviors during the annual holiday season.

PHRECIPE

Hietza Santiago-Alvarado lost 15.6 pounds during DPH's Holiday

Holiday Survivor

Survivor program to improve her chance of getting pregnant.

participants who have

lost weight have reaped significant health benefits in lowering blood pressure,

attaining their goal weight and even successfully participating in athletic events of

their choice. For others, Holiday Survivor enabled them to implement positive health

changes that changed their life.

Salmon Burger & Sweet Potato Fries
Serves: 4 Prep Time: 45 minutes
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PHWEEK
Director of Communications Ryan Deal
Editor Ebony Brooks
Content Coordinator Connie F. Smith-Lindsey
Graphic Designer Web Developer Jimmy Clanton, Jr.
Editorial & Design Team Tammy Beasley Eric Jens Nancy Nydam Sandra Roberts

Keeping Children Safe on the Road; DPH Encourages Safe Child Transportation

This November, the

Georgia Department of

Public Health (DPH) is

joining child advocates in

recognizing Child Safety

Protection Month, an

annual opportunity to

champion the importance

of child safety and health

protection methods.

DPH's Injury Prevention

Section is using this

month to educate

citizens on how to keep

children safe while on

the road as well as raise

awareness about child Through the Child Occupant Safety Project, Georgians are learning car

injuries and deaths due seat usage protocols to reduce motor vehicle crash deaths and injuries

to motor vehicle crashes.

among children.

Motor vehicle crashes are the leading cause of death for children in the United States, according to a 2014 study from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Over the past decade, the nation has experienced a 43 percent reduction in motor vehicle crash deaths among children ages 12 and under.

App of the Week: Fooducate
Lose weight with real food, track your progress and discuss with your community. Fooducate is the only mobile application that looks beyond the calories to help you eat healthy and tasty. Scan a product barcode to see what's really in your food or use the app to view healthier alternatives!
Use Fooducate as your healthy diet partner by using the following features:
Scan a product barcode to see a personalized nutrition grade (A, B, C or D) Learn about a product's pros and cons Choose healthier alternatives Track your food intake and exercise Track the quality of calories, not just quantity Add your own foods to track Ask questions and get feedback from the community Share your tips and success to motivate others

Georgia Public Health Observances | November 2014

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