Georgia PH week [Apr. 6, 2015]

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From Kyrgyzstan to Atlanta - A Case of Measles on the Move

Each year, the first week of April

marks National Public Health Week -

a time to recognize the work and

Submit your story suggestions, achievements of public health

ideas, comments or a story of your own!

professionals everywhere. In Georgia, thousands of public health employees

are dedicated to protecting the



health and well-being of all Georgians. There are dozens of ways

In This Issue

public health impacts lives every day - from restaurant inspections to

A Case of Measles on the Move. immunizations to detecting and

Celebrating Food Safety Experts for World Health Day
DPH Joins National Partners to

preventing disease. The following story is just one example of the positive effect of public health on an entire community.

Increase Alcoholism Awareness in Georgia

There is an infant in Georgia who may one day learn what a stir he created with his arrival in Atlanta from Kyrgyzstan a few weeks ago. He brought with him the state's

A Woman's Perspectives on Facing first reported case of measles in three years.

Our Fears

DPH Helps Georgians with Allergies and Asthma Breathe
Easier
Kick Butts 5K Wins Race Against Tobacco

Measles is easily spread when an infected person coughs or sneezes. Droplets from the nose or mouth become airborne, where they can remain infectious for up to two hours. A person with measles doesn't have to be present for someone else to be infected.

Ultimate Breastfeeding

Conference in Dalton was a Huge Success

Celebrating Food Safety Experts for World Health

App of the Week: Epicurious Day 2015

PHEVENTS

Looking for DPH events? Visit the Events Schedule
on our website.
PHTRAINING
Two for Tuesdays
Join the Office of Human Resources on the second Tuesday of each month from 11:30 a.m.-12:45 p.m. for the
learning series Two for Tuesdays. This series provides an opportunity for
programs to explore new ideas, share knowledge and highlight teams and their work. To learn more about the training and to register, click here.
Saba LMS has a new home! Log into Learning- Development.dph.ga.gov .
Free Online Courses Available from Lynda.com

When you visit your favorite restaurant, you be aware of the long line of food professionals involved in preparing your food including chefs, farmers and food distributors. What you may not realize is that Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH) food safety experts are also working behind the scenes of the kitchen to help you safely enjoy your meals.

On April 7, food safety experts,

sometimes considered the unsung

heroes of the kitchen, are being

DPH and the Georgia Department of Agriculture

recognized worldwide as we celebrate collaborated to present last year's 2014 FDA seminar in

this year's World Health Day. With

Georgia to educate state environmental health specialists and Food Service Program team members

campaign promotions that boast the about the latest food safety trends and procedures.

tagline, "From the farm to the plate,

make food safe," this year's observance highlights the mobilized efforts of

professionals and organizations that ensure the foods we enjoy are free from

microbes, viruses and chemicals.

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 PH email account.
Instructor-Led Microsoft Classes
Microsoft instructor-led classes will only be approved for groups that can
guarantee a minimum of six DPH participants. Please contact Lisa Miller for more information and to schedule a
class.
Submit calendar entries to communications@dph.ga.gov by 12
noon on Wednesday.
PHNEWS
Governor signs medical marijuana executive order
Georgia begins building medical marijuana infrastructure

DPH Joins National Partners to Increase Alcoholism Awareness in Georgia

April is Alcoholism Awareness Month and it marks the 29th year of improving and saving lives through prevention, treatment and recovery for the National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence (NCADD). NCADD uses this time to increase public awareness and understanding, reduce stigma and encourage local communities to focus on alcoholism and alcohol-related issues.

This year, the Georgia Department of For Alcoholism Awareness Month, DPH and partners are Public Health (DPH) joins NCADD in educating the public about alcohol-related health issues

highlighting the importance of

among adult and youth populations.

addressing underage drinking - a

problem that has devastated way too many young lives because of irresponsible and

underage drinking.

"For the Health of It: Early Education on Alcoholism and Addiction" is this year's theme which is aimed at educating the public about treatment and prevention of alcoholism. To support this observance, DPH reminds the public about why excessive alcohol consumption is a safety and lifelong health issue for adults and youth.

It's time to think about pool safety

How many Georgia children A Woman's Perspectives on Facing Our Fears

exposed to lead go untested? Primary Care of Southwest

Clarke, Oconee rank high on list of Georgia is nestled in the far

healthiest Georgia counties

corner of the state where scenic

landscapes can be seen for miles.

Enterovirus 68 May Be Linked to From this rural area comes an

Paralysis in Children, Study Says

inspiring story of courage and triumph from a woman who faced

Physical Education Advocates Push for More Exercise in Schools
Amid Budget Cuts

her fears of breast cancer with With a strong genetic history of breast cancer, a southwest

support from the Georgia Center for Oncology Research and

Georgia mother found the support she needed through DPH's and Georgia CORE's breast cancer genetics program

Education (CORE), a Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH) partner.

Ebola patients in Atlanta set to go Cindy, a southwest Georgia resident, lived her entire life with a strong genetic

home

predisposition to breast cancer.

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"I often would experience fear and anxiety about my health because of my family's distinctive history with breast cancer," she said. "My aunt died of breast cancer, my uncle had breast cancer in both breasts and my mother had a double mastectomy. I couldn't help but feel like I was next."

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Most of us don't really think about breathing, but it's always on the minds of about 50 million people with allergies and 23 million people with asthma when spring arrives in Georgia. With trees in full bloom and high pollen counts, itchy eyes and throats, sneezing, wheezing and coughing are daily experiences for allergy sufferers.

Rather than staying inside and missing the beautiful sights of spring, the Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH) is advising Georgians that you can still enjoy the season by proactively managing your allergy and asthma symptoms.

Georgia is no stranger to high pollen counts so it's important to routinely

DPH's Georgia Asthma Control Plan provides important resources and information that help allergy and asthma

monitor pollen levels before planning sufferers enjoy the outdoors during the spring season or

your outdoor activities. Get ahead of

any time of year.

your allergies by taking over-the-

counter or prescription medications early to effectively manage or prevent severe

symptoms. If needed, stay inside during the mid-day and afternoon hours when

pollen counts are highest.

Kick Butts 5K Wins Race Against Tobacco

Some came to run, others to walk. Many arrived to cheer. But it was clear that everyone involved in the Kick Butts 5K in Holly Springs, Georgia last Saturday was there to win the race against tobacco-related illness.

Presented by the Cherokee Youth Council and supported by Cherokee Focus and the North Georgia Health District, the Kick Butts 5K was a first-time Black Bag Race Series event that started at Holly Springs Elementary School and doubled back to the finish line at nearby Barrett Park.

Out of all the competitors in the race, the top three winners were from Canton.

Meredith Vance was the first place winner with a

time of 25:59. Kristina Meyer came in second, and

in third place was Dane Viker. Ryan Schmidt of

Kennesaw placed fourth. Mindie Felcher from

Marietta came in fifth, and Nate Hayward of Canton was the sixth place winner.

Kennesaw resident, Ryan Schmidt, came in 4th place winner at the Kick Butts 5K

and participated in the event in honor of

his grandparents who died from tobacco-

related diseases.

Ultimate Breastfeeding Conference in Dalton was a Huge Success

From coping with breastfeeding controversies to understanding why babies refuse to "latch," attendees of The Ultimate Breastfeeding Conference recently held in Dalton gained new perspectives on how to help mothers and babies succeed with breastfeeding.

The breastfeeding conference, presented by the Northwest Georgia

More than 420 participants attended The Ultimate Breastfeeding Conference at the Northwest Georgia

Breastfeeding Coalition at the Northwest Georgia Trade and Convention Center, celebrated ten years as an annual event. With an

Trade and Convention Center in Dalton. The conference was presented by the Northwest Georgia Breastfeeding Coalition and featured pediatrician Jack Newman, M.D.,
as its keynote speaker.

audience of more than 420 participants, including medical professionals, lactation

specialists, nutritionists, Women, Infants and Children's (WIC) program staff and

others who work with breastfeeding mothers, this year's conference was the largest in

its history.

The featured speaker at the conference was Jack Newman, M.D., a pediatrician and author of several widely-acclaimed breastfeeding publications. Newman currently heads the Newman Breastfeeding Clinic of the International Breastfeeding Centre based at the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine in Toronto.

App of the Week: Epicurious
When it comes to well-vetted recipes, Epicurious' free app offers the best of the best with recipes from Bon Appetit, Gourmet, and star chefs from around the world.
Choose from a variety of categories from "Low-Carb Mains" and "Family Reunions" to recipes based on skill levels, including "I Can Barely Cook."
Or, start with a main ingredient, then choose a course, cuisine style, dietary restrictions, and even season or occasion. While some recipes require a well-stocked fridge and pantry, many are easy enough for a weeknight meal.

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