Community Presentations
Health Promotion
Safety
The injury prevention program offers a variety of community presentations in the following safety areas. Please call (801) 851-7035 to request a presentation for your organization or school andream.uchlth@state.ut.us
Bike/Helmet Safety
Did you know that a properly fitted bike helmet can reduce the risk of head and brain injury by as much as 88%? Learning the rules of the road and how to properly wear a bike helmet on every ride can be a life saver! If you are interested in scheduling a bike safety presentation at your school or community group, Call (801) 851-7085.Booster Seat/Car Seat Safety
Did you know that over 97 percent of car seats are installed incorrectly in Utah County? This free class helps parents (as well as grandparents, day-care providers, care-givers, etc) to learn the proper use and installation of infant and child car seats. Certified car seat technicians teach a free 1 hour car seat class in both English and Spanish at the Utah County Health Department. This class is taught twice a month. If you are interested in scheduling a car seat presentation at your organization or community group, Call (801) 851-7035.Child Injury Prevention
Unintentional childhood injury is the number one cause of death for children ages 14 and under. Call (801) 851-7035 to learn more about a variety of child injury prevention topics offered to the community.Pedestrian Safety
During the last decade, more than 63,000 pedestrians died and more than a million others were injured in pedestrian-vehicle crashes. Learning pedestrian safety skills is a critical necessity for everyone. Call (801) 851-7035 for more information.Poison Prevention
The Health Promotion office has some helpful teaching tools available for the local community to check out on poison safety. Call (801) 851-7085.Safety Belt/Occupant Protection
Research has shown that lap/shoulder belts, when used properly, reduce the risk of fatal injury to front-seat passenger car occupants by 45 percent and the risk of moderate to critical injury by 50 percent. For light truck occupants, safety belts reduce the risk of fatal injury by 60 percent and moderate-to-critical injury by 65 percent. Teens have the highest fatality rate in motor vehicle crashes than any other age group. Because teens have an increased exposure to potentially fatal traffic crashes, it is imperative that efforts to increase safety belt use among this age group be given the highest priority. Call (801) 851-7035 to explore what presentation opportunities may be available for your school or community group.Water Safety/Swimming
For people between the ages of 5 and 24, drowning is the second leading cause of accidental death. Most water-related accidents can be avoided by knowing how to stay safe and following a few simple guidelines. Call (801) 851-7035 for more information.
Health/Physical Activity/Nutrition
Fruits and Vegetables: More Matters
More Matters Grocery Store Tours: All third grade teachers are invited to schedule a one hour presentation with a local participating grocery store for your students. Call (801) 851-7528 for times and locations.Gold Medal Schools
If you are an Elementary School considering becoming part of the Gold Medal School Program this year and would like us to speak with your faculty about the benefits, contact us at (801) 851-7082 or (801) 851-7528.Power-Up
If you are a Middle School or Jr. High School considering becoming part of the Power Up Program this year and would like us to speak with your faculty about the benefits, contact us at (801) 851-7082 or (801) 851-7528.
Public Health Merit Badge
The Utah County Health Department offers a 30 minute presentation that will help scouts meet requirement #7 (agency visit) of the Public Health Merit Badge. This presentation is offered by appointment at the Health and Justice Building in Provo, 151 South University Ave. Call (801) 851-7097 to schedule a presentation for your scout group.
Tobacco Prevention and Control
END (Ending Nicotine Dependence for Teens)
First Step (Prenatal)
Seconhand Smoke
Tobacco-free Policies (Apartments, Businesses, Schools, etc.)
Environmental Health Promotion
Baby Safety Shower
Baby Showers are the perfect opportunity to provide family and friends with information about a variety of health topics. Everyone leaves with new ideas about keeping their babies safe at home. You can arrange a baby safety shower for any number of people, to schedule one call (801) 851-7085, or email uchlth.tonic@state.ut.usHand Washing
Did you know only about 68 percent of Americans wash there hands before leaving public rest rooms? Thoroughly washing your hands is the single most important thing you can do to keep from getting sick and to keep from infecting others. Utah County offers a memorable way to demonstrate how germs spread and may be present even if they are not seen by using glo-germ powder and UV light. Call (801) 851-7085 or email your request to uchlth.tonic@state.ut.usPollution Prevention
Utah's air quality continues to be a growing concern. However, it's the choices we make as individuals that add up - and collectively make the biggest difference in our air quality. To find out how you can help call (801) 851-7085, or email uchlth.tonic@state.ut.us with your request to schedule a presentation or class.Radon
Radon is the number one cause of lung cancer among non-smokers, claiming more than 20,000 deaths annually. The challenge is that we can't see, smell, or taste it. Call today to schedule a radon presentation in your community and learn how to reduce your risk to indoor radon, call (801) 851-7085, or email uchlth.tonic@state.ut.usRecycling
In 1999, recycling and composting activities prevented about 64 million tons of material from ending up in landfills and incinerators. Today, this country recycles 32.5 percent of its waste, a rate that has almost doubled during the past 15 years. For recycling to work, everyone has to participate in each phase of the loop, call to schedule a presentation today and learn some ways in which you can get involved: call (801) 851-7085, or email uchlth.tonic@state.ut.usToxins (Lead, Mold, Mercury)
Toxins may cause a range of health effects, from minor allergic reactions to more severe behavioral problems and learning disabilities, even seizures and death. Fetuses, infants, and children six years old and under are most at risk. To schedule a class/presentation about the health effects associated with toxins call (801) 851-7085 or email your request to uchlth.tonic@state.ut.us
Arthritis
Asthma
Asthma is one of the ten leading chronic conditions that restrict activity and is a leading cause of missed school days in the United States. Utah County is committed to educating the public, people with asthma, caregivers, and other professionals who provide services to individuals and families with asthma. Call (801) 851-7085, or email your request to uchlth.tonic@state.ut.us if you are interested in scheduling an asthma class and/or presentation.
Diabetes
Heart Disease/Stroke
