Heather Cooper uploaded the file: SBHC-Game Changer for Rural Students to Child and Adolescent Wellness Workgroup 1 year, 7 months ago
All Things Considered (NPR) report on the effects of a SBHC in Delaware County, New York. https://www.census.gov/quickfacts/delawarecountynewyork
Heather Cooper uploaded the file: Experience of Pregnancy as a Teen to Child and Adolescent Wellness Workgroup 1 year, 7 months ago
Teenage pregnancy has a history of being a “social problem” in the United States, with there
being higher rates in rural communities. Social support, a contributor to improving mental health
outcomes, can significantly impact a teenager’s pregnancy and parenting experience. Using House’s
(1981) social support framework, this study explores the tee…[Read more]
Heather Cooper uploaded the file: Enhancements to Well-Child Visits (Obesity) to Child and Adolescent Wellness Workgroup 1 year, 7 months ago
Obesity disproportionally impacts rural, lower-income children in the United States. Primary care providers are well-positioned to engage parents in early obesity prevention, yet there is a lack of evidence regarding the most effective care delivery models. The ENCIRCLE study, a pragmatic cluster-randomized controlled trial, will respond
to this…[Read more]
Heather Cooper uploaded the file: Enhancements to Well-Child Visits (Obesity) to Child and Adolescent Wellness Workgroup 1 year, 7 months ago
Obesity disproportionally impacts rural, lower-income children in the United States. Primary care providers are well-positioned to engage parents in early obesity prevention, yet there is a lack of evidence regarding the most effective care delivery models. The ENCIRCLE study, a pragmatic cluster-randomized controlled trial, will respond
to this…[Read more]
Heather Cooper posted an update in the group Child and Adolescent Wellness Workgroup 1 year, 7 months ago
I have been collecting articles both from mainstream sources and research regarding child/adolescent health when there is access to SBHCs. Since this has been a topic that has surfaced at several meetings, I wanted to share some of these. I also will be uploading a copy of the law for adolescent access to healthcare. I also found an article that…[Read more]
John Corbin posted an update in the group MyGarrettCounty.com Community Engagement 1 year, 7 months ago
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John Corbin posted an update in the group MyDATA – Open Data Warehouse 1 year, 7 months ago
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John Corbin posted an update in the group GarrettHealth.org Community Engagement 1 year, 7 months ago
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Shelley Argabrite posted an update in the group Food Council 1 year, 8 months ago
Check out the Garrett County Food Access & Infrastructure Initiative webpage here: https://gogarrettcounty.com/garrett-county-food-access-infrastructure-initiative/
Shelley Argabrite posted an update in the group GC In Motion Promotes Access To Physical Activity 1 year, 8 months ago
GC In Motion has a variety of programs to increase access to physical activity. On Gogarrettcounty.com, you’ll find regular blog posts highlighting these events. Check out this inspiring story from a local veteran who reversed his pre-diabetes and high cholesterol with lifestyle changes,…[Read more]
Shelley Argabrite posted an update in the group Child and Adolescent Wellness Workgroup 1 year, 8 months ago
While child abuse impacts people from all demographics, families under significant stressors are at an increased risk. Poverty, mental health, and depression are three factors linked to increased child maltreatment. (Child maltreatment includes neglect, medical neglect, psychological abuse, physical abuse, and sexual abuse.) 79.3% of all child…[Read more]
John Corbin started the topic School-Based Interventions to Promote Equity and Improve Health in the forum Grant Development 1 year, 8 months ago
Shelley Argabrite posted an update in the group Food Council 1 year, 8 months ago
We have been asked to apply for another round of funding from The State Partnerships Improving Nutrition & Equity (SPINE) project. We’ve been asked to continue our collaborative efforts to improve access to fresh produce for Garrett County residents. Read more about the initiative here…[Read more]
Shelley Argabrite posted an update in the group Health Planning Council 1 year, 8 months ago
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John Corbin started the topic Rural Communities Opioid Response Program – Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome in the forum Grant Development 1 year, 8 months ago
Shelley Argabrite posted an update in the group GC In Motion Promotes Access To Physical Activity 1 year, 8 months ago
Raw data + was updated by Shelley Argabrite.
Shelley Argabrite posted an update in the group Garrett County Mental Health Advisory Committee (GCMHAC) 1 year, 8 months ago
Hi Everyone! This is an exciting new addition to mygarrettcounty.com! Just in time for the Health Planning Council meeting tomorrow dedicated to mental health. The word “here” in the description took me to the Maryland Code. I’m so glad this exists for our community. Thank you for making it easier to learn about and participate in to improve…[Read more]
John Corbin started the topic Distance Learning and Telemedicine Program Grants in the forum Grant Development 1 year, 8 months ago