Extension
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| 4051 - Health 4-H Core Curriculum | ||
|---|---|---|
| 4051.1) | 100 |
Number of youth that report making healthy lifestyle choices |
| 4051.2) | 50 |
Number of youth that report not engaging in risky behavior |
| 4051.3) | 61 |
Number of youth that report feeling good about themselves |
| 4051.4) | 32 |
Number of youth that report that they know how to handle stress |
Author: Bernita Cheirs
Major Program: Health 4-H Core Curriculum
According to the CDC, regular handwashing, particularly before and after certain activities, is one of the best ways to remove germs, avoid getting sick, and prevent the spread of germs to others. People need to vigorously wash their hands for about 15 to 20 seconds in kill any type of dangerous bacteria. Most people wash their hands for about six seconds. Without executing the correct hand sanitizing techniques, dirt and bacteria that would typically be sent down the drain stays on the ha
Author: Bernita Cheirs
Major Program: Health 4-H Core Curriculum
The Fulton County Extension Council and 4-H Council identified tobacco, drug and alcohol abuse as a major concern for youth in our county. According to the Monitoring the Future 2017 Survey, studies showed an increase in marijuana use in grades 8th, 10th, and 12th grades. Also in 8th grades, inhalant use increased as well. With the help of the Youth Empowerment Systems grant and the Hickman-Fulton ASAP coalition, the Fulton County 4-H began programming efforts to increase youth’s awareness
