AgriSafe in Action: August 2019
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2019 Nurse Scholar Program
Register Now
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The AgriSafe 2019 Nurse Scholar program start date (September 3, 2019) is quickly approaching and registration is available! The Nurse Scholar program is a distance learning opportunity available to rural nurses. Distance education (a total of 18 hours), provided by experienced health & safety educators will enable rural nurses to increase their knowledge base in prevention, identification and assessment of diseases related to agricultural work exposures. Classes are in the form of webinars that can be viewed live or OnDemand (your own time). Registration is now open!
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For more information on the Nurse Scholar Program:
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Agri
Safe Staff in the News
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Interested in learning about occupational health issues within the agricultural community? Check out this episode on Rural Health Leadership Radio featuring AgriSafe staff member Knesha Rose-Davison discussing occupational health issues faced by farmers and ranchers!
“We known farming is a tough occupation but they have some of the hardest working, and most dedicated people…”
~Knesha Rose-Davison
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2019 AgriSafe Women's Advisory Council
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AgriSafe is very excited to introduce the 2019 Women's Advisory Council.
This extraordinary group of women are strong influencers within their agricultural communities and their participation serving in a consultative role to impact the health and wellbeing of producers is extremely beneficial to the development of future health and safety programs. Their leadership and experiences as fellow agriculturists are highly valued as AgriSafe continues to strive to address the needs of an underserved population -the female farmer.
- Shari Kuther, RN
- Amber Adams Progar, PhD
- Amy Rademaker
- Marie Reed, BSN, RN
- Ashlee Then
- Jessica Wilburn, RN, MSN, CEN
- Jena Ziemba, RN, BSN
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Iowa and Nebraska Women In Agriculture Conference
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Forever Farm Women
AgriSafe staff member Linda Emanuel had the pleasure of meeting two inspiring sisters at the Iowa Women in Agriculture Conference. Dorothy Kundel Olson (pictured left) is 81 and taught Elementary Education classes at Dana College for over 30 years. Carolyn Kundel (pictured middle) is 85 and taught Textiles and Clothing classes at Iowa State University for 34 years. They regularly attend agriculture conferences and enjoy learning together. Dorothy and Carolyn have dedicated their lives to farming and continue to farm today.
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Protecting Respiratory Health
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People in the agriculture industry are exposed to a variety of materials that are potentially harmful to the respiratory system. Farmers often are exposed to low concentrations of these substances when performing daily chores, with periodic exposure too high concentrations of certain harmful dusts or gases. It's essential to protect lungs from airborne particles, contaminants and other harmful substances that an individual might breathe in. Choosing the right respirator with the right fit is essential to having adequate protection.
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Health Tip
:The respirator user must be fit tested for each type of respirator specified by the pesticide product labeling that s/he will be using before using the respirator and every 12 months after that. Need to brush up on your knowledge about fit testing?
Learn Here
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Reducing the Risk of Adverse Pregnancy Outcomes and Perinatal Illness for Female Agricultural Producers
Presenter:
- Knesha Rose-Davison, MPH, Health Communications Director, AgriSafe Network
Time:
Tuesday, August 6, 2019
12 PM - 1 PM CDT
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Proactive and Reactive Society: Focus on Rural Mental Health
Presenter:
- Ted Matthews Director, MN Rural Mental Health
Time:
Monday, August 12, 2019
12 PM - 1 PM CDT
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Assessing Risks in the Misuse of Opioids Among Agricultural Workers
– A Guide for Rural Clinicians
Presenters:
- Dr. Ali Hartman, Consulting PT, DPT, CF-L1, Pro-Activity North Carolina
- Charlotte Halverson, RN, BSN, COHN-S, Clinical Director, AgriSafe Network
Time:
Tuesday, August 13, 2019
12 PM - 1 PM CDT
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Hazard Communications Standards
Presenter:
- Dan Neenan, MBA, Paramedic, Director, National Education Center for Agricultural Safety
Time:
Thursday, August 15, 2019
12 PM - 1 PM CDT
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Mental Health in Rural Populations:
A Federal Perspective
Presenters:
- Diane M. Hall, Ph.D., MSEd., Policy Research, Analysis, and Development Office, Office of the Associate Director for Policy and Strategy
- Paul Moore, DPh, Executive Secretary, National Advisory Committee on Rural Health and Human Services, Senior Health Policy Advisor- Federal Office of Rural Health Policy
- Natalie Roy, MPH, AgriSafe Executive Director
Time:
Thursday, September 5, 2019
12 PM - 1 PM CDT
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Upcoming Events in Agriculture
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This FREE Trainer Exchange is available after the CAIP workshop. For more information on how to register
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National Farm Safety and Health Week: September 16-21
The 2019 theme for National Farm Safety & Health Week is “Shift Farm Safety into High Gear”. Go to
www.necasag.org
for information and public service announcements related to this year’s theme.
Monday, September 16: Tractor Safety & Rural Roadway Safety
- Presenter- Aaron Yoder, PhD Understanding the Tractor Factor @ 12pm CDT
Tuesday, September 17: Farmer Health & Opioid/Suicide Prevention
- Presenters- Heather Lyons-Burney, Pharm.D., Ann Marie Butler Kemp, MD, Charlotte Halverson, RN, BSN, COHN-S Safety Sensitivity of Opioid Use in High Hazardous Industries @2pm CDT
Wednesday, September 18: Safety & Health for Youth in Agriculture
- Presenter- National Children’s Center-Safeguarding Children and Youth who Live, Work and Play on Farms and Ranches @ 12pm CDT
- Presenter- Natalie Roy, MPH Exploring the Invest in Your Health Trainer Exchange @ 2pm CDT
Thursday, September 19: Confined Spaces in Agriculture
- Presenter- Dan Neenan, MBA Hazard Communication Standards @ 12pm CDT
Friday, September 20: Safety & Health for Women in Agriculture
- Presenter- Knesha Rose-Davison, MPH Reducing the Risk of Adverse Pregnancy Outcomes for Female Ag Producers @ 12pm CDT
Registration coming soon!
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