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Obesity
The Steps Grant has come to an end. Listed here are some of the past work that was done and resources that were developed.
Med-City Kids Marathon
Learn about the problem and causes of childhood obesity. Click here to view a PowerPoint presentation.
5-2-1-0 Nutrition and Physical Activity Program for Classrooms
The catch phrase "5-2-1-0" is a way to encourage youth to eat 5 fruits and veggies every day, have fewer than 2 hours of screen time and be active 1 hour every day and drink 0 suagary drinks. Below are classroom material, take home materials and resources that can be used to teach healthy behaviors.
5-2-1-0 Binders for classroom resources (for additional curriculum material)
5 (Increasing Fruits and Veggies)
1 (Increasing Physical Activity)
0 (Reducing sugary drinks)
Web Resources for Children and Schools
Youth Risk Behavior Survey
Using the Youth Risk Behavior Survey, a national tool from the Centers for Disease Control, our youth were asked questions about their nutrition, physical activity and smoking behaviors.
The 2009 YRBS survey tool can be viewed here.
View a PowerPoint of the 2007 Rochester YRBS results here. For state statistics from other Minnesota Steps cities, and for more information, click here.
Minnesota Student Survey
The 2007 Minnesota Student Survey is conducted every three years among Minnesota public schools in grades 6, 9, and 12. The survey asks questions about activities, experiences, and behaviors. Topics covered include physical activity, tobacco, alcohol and drug use, school climate, violence and safety, connections with school and family, health, and other topics. To access the survey results, visit http://www.health.state.mn.us/divs/chs/mss Select county tables, scroll to Olmsted county, then select Olmsted 07 pdf.
Monthly Newsletter
In Good Health is a monthly health newsletter produced by Steps to a Healthier Rochester. It includes a variety of wellness topics appropriate for worksites and schools. To receive a free electronic copy, please contact Laura Mix at mix.laura@co.olmsted.mn.us
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Diabetes
Resources for children with diabetes can be found at: http://www.diabetes.org/for-parents-and-kids.jsp
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Asthma
Asthma Management
Currently, Steps to a Healthier Rochester is working in collaboration with schools and medical providers to establish policies for every child with asthma to have an Asthma Action Plan at school. Asthma Action Plans help to identify a student's individual asthma triggers and treatments. Following an Asthma Action Plan is an important step to managing asthma as a chronic condition and preventing asthma episodes that require emergency care.
In partnership with the Southeast Minnesota Asthma Coalition, Steps to a Healthier Rochester assists with public service announcements for youth, emphasizing the importance of exercise despite having asthma. To view the PSA, visit Olmsted County’s Web site.
Winning with Asthma
The Coach’s Asthma Clipboard Program, “Winning with Asthma,” consists of a free 30-minute, online educational program created for coaches, referees and physical education teachers. The program can be found at www.WinningWithAsthma.org
Air Quality Index Sign up here for air quality e-mail notifications.
MDH Asthma Fact Sheets The Minnesota Department of Health provides downloadable state and national fact sheets on asthma.
PBS’s Arthur’s Asthma Tips
Buster Baxter has asthma, but that doesn’t stop him from playing with his friends. Buster gives tips to other kids and their parents on how to breathe easier at home.
Minnesota Asthma Coalition
The South East Minnesota Regional Asthma Coalition (SEMRAC) works to provide asthma information, increase asthma awareness, and support public policies that improve outcomes for Minnesotans with asthma. Their Web site includes links to resources, a calendar of events, and information on symptoms of asthma.
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Physical Activity
Safe Routes to School
Rochester has received funds through a federal grant to improve the conditions for walking and biking to school. Find out more about this process by clicking here.
Walk or Bike to School Activities
Every year, during the first week of October, Olmsted County celebrates the Walk and Bike to School Day. This program helps teach students the importance of being active and safe. Click on the links below for downloadable resources and activity sheets for your classroom!
The Walking School Bus
Schools and neighborhoods, students and parents are working together to form walking groups called Walking School Buses to help kids walk to and from school - yearround! There are many great reasons to walk to school including safety, health, economics, and the environment. Click below for resources on how to start a Walking School Bus at your school.
Using Pedometers
Motivate yourself or your classroom to be more active! Clip on a pedometer and watch your your steps climb! Attached are some resources to use with pedometers.
Pedometer Power by Pangrazi, et al may be checked out from Olmsted County Public Health.
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Nutrition
Grow your own vegetable eaters!
Gardening can work up an appetite – for vegetables! Did you know that kids who experience gardening are more likely to try new foods and have better attitudes about eating vegetables? Here are some ways kids can experience gardening and garden produce:
o Grow a backyard garden
o Grow a container garden on the deck: a tomato plant, a few pepper plants, onions and herbs will give you a great start on some homemade salsa!
o Attend a camp that includes gardening activities (at the Y or Girl Scouts)
o Put in a school garden
o Check into community garden plots
o Visit the farmers market
Healthy Handouts for schools and worksites:
A variety of support materials have been developed to assist schools and worksites to take a healthy step toward better nutrition. These materials, available in multiple languages, include guides for healthy snacks, box lunches, catering and fundraising. Bon appetit!
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Tobacco Use and Exposure
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