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Registration for the 2023 Fall Safety and Wellness Conference is now open!! We are excited for an amazing lineup of speakers.

Our keynote, Cara Filler, is DRIVEN to Inspire. She is a compelling author, entrepreneur, and traffic safety specialist who has shared her moving presentation with more than 2,000,000 people in 5 countries. Drawing from an immense personal tragedy in her own life, Cara’s inspiring presentation focuses on dealing with peer pressure, traffic safety, and making everyday choices count. Why? Because it could just save a life!

·    Date: September 21, 2023

·    Location: Gering Civic Center

·    Registration: 8:30 am

·    Conference: 9 am - 3:30 pm



Registration for the conference is here. 

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If your organization is interested in exhibiting or having a booth at the conference, please review the PDF for additional details or email Nicole at nberosek@pphd.ne.gov. 

A HUGE thank you to our sponsors:

Gold Level Sponsorship:

• Box Butte General Hospital
• Platte Valley Companies

Silver Level Sponsorship:

• Chadron Community Hospital

Bronze Level Sponsorship:

• Rural Prosperity Nebraska

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What are 10 simple things you and your employees can do right now to become more prepared?

• Sign up for local alerts and warnings, download apps, and/or check access for wireless emergency alerts;
• Create and test emergency communications plans;
• Assemble or update emergency supplies;
• Conduct a drill to practice emergency response actions for local hazards;
• Participate in a preparedness training or class;
• Collect and safeguard critical documents;
• Document property and obtain appropriate insurance for relevant hazards;
• Make property improvements to reduce potential injury and property damage;
• Conduct an exercise or test your emergency plan; and,
• Plan with neighbors to help each other and share resources.

Help your employees understand these 10 simple tips, it will help educate and hopefully save a life!

Sources: https://www.cdc.gov/prepyourhealth/index.htm & https://obamawhitehouse.archives.gov/blog/2015/09/30/10-things-do-national-

Suicidal thoughts, much like mental health conditions, can affect anyone regardless of age, gender or background. In fact, suicide is often the result of an untreated mental health condition. Suicidal thoughts, although common, should not be considered normal and often indicate more serious issues.

September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month —a time to raise awareness of this stigmatized, and often taboo, topic. We use this month to shift public perception, spread hope and share vital information to people affected by suicide. The goal is ensuring that individuals, friends and families have access to the resources they need to discuss suicide prevention and to seek help.

Sources: https://www.nami.org/Get-Involved/Awareness-Events/Suicide-Prevention-Awareness-Month-(SPAM) ; https://988lifeline.org/promote-national-suicide-prevention-month/; https://988lifeline.org/

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Fall prevention: Simple tips to prevent falls

Falls put you at risk of serious injury. Prevent falls with these simple fall prevention measures, from reviewing your medications to hazard-proofing your home.

Fall prevention is an important topic to consider as you get older. Physical changes and health conditions — and sometimes the medications used to treat those conditions — make falls more likely as you age. In fact, falls are a leading cause of injury among older adults. Still, fear of falling doesn't need to rule your life. Instead, consider six simple fall prevention strategies.

1. Make an appointment with your healthcare provider
2. Keep moving
3. Wear sensible shoes
4. Remove home hazards
5. Light up your living space
6. Use assistive devices

Source: https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/healthy-aging/in-depth/fall-prevention/art-20047358