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Systematic Review of Physical Activity Objectives in Extension Strategic Plans: Findings and Implications for Improved Public Health Impact
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Harden, Samantha M.; Lindsay, Anne; Everette, Alicia; Gunter, Katherine B. – Journal of Extension, 2016
Extension programming that incorporates both physical activity and dietary behaviors is necessary for the prevention of certain chronic diseases, including obesity. The purpose of the study presented here was to systematically identify the presence of physical activity objectives in the strategic plan for each Extension system in the United…
Descriptors: Physical Activities, Extension Education, Strategic Planning, Behavioral Objectives
Teaching Child Care Providers to Reduce the Risk of SIDS (Sudden Infant Death Syndrome)
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Byington, Teresa; Martin, Sally; Reilly, Jackie; Weigel, Dan – Journal of Extension, 2011
Keeping children safe and healthy is one of the main concerns of parents and child care providers. SIDS (Sudden Infant Death Syndrome) is the leading cause of death in infants 1 month to 12 months of age. Over 2,000 infants die from SIDS every year in the United States, and almost 15% of these deaths occur in child care settings. A targeted…
Descriptors: Infant Mortality, Infants, Child Care, Child Caregivers