Don't see graphics and text from DPH?Click here Follow Us! DPH Marks Great American Smokeout: Throat Cancer Survivor Finds New Voice Submit your story suggestions, ideas, comments or a story of your own! 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. __________ 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 Click Here for Full Recipe 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 Forward email This email was sent to gadocs@uga.edu by communications@dph.ga.gov | Update Profile/Email Address | Rapid removal with SafeUnsubscribeTM | Privacy Policy. Georgia Department of Public Health | 2 Peachtree Street, NW | Atlanta | GA | 30303