FCS7-197: Sexual Health in Young Adulthood: Protecting Yourself from Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs)

Amy Hosier, Erin Yelland | July 29, 2011 (Minor Revision)

For young adults ages 18 to 24, sexual health is an important factor in their development. These are the years of greatest fertility and most frequent sexual activity.

FCS7-198: Stand Up To Falling: How to Prevent Falls

Amy Hosier | July 15, 2011 (New)

Four steps can help older adults and those susceptible to falls to protect their independence and reduce their likelihood of falling.

FCS7-189: Stand Up to Falling: Physical Activity, Exercise and Fall Prevention

Amy Hosier | June 2, 2010 (New)

Physical inactivity leads to muscle weakness and loss, and has a negative effect on flexibility and balance, increasing a person's risk of falling. To significantly minimize the chances of falling, strength, balance, and flexibility must be increased.

FCS7-192: Stand Up to Falling: Vision Impairment and Fall Prevention

Amy Hosier | June 2, 2010 (New)

Whether vision impairment or disease, age-related trouble with vision increases the risk for falling and fall-related injury. A key to safety, wellness, and fall prevention is to keep your eyes healthy. Have regular eye exams, use appropriate prescriptions for glasses and contacts, and work with a doctor to maximize vision in both eyes.

FCS7-190: Stand Up to Falling: Medications and Fall Prevention

Amy Hosier | June 2, 2010 (New)

Medication causes some older adults to fall. Many seniors are prescribed medications to treat various ailments or diseases, and such drugs may have side effects that lead to falls. Combinations of medicines also create greater chances for adverse drug interaction and/or side effects. Taking four or more prescription and/or over-the-counter medications significantly increases the risk for falling.

FCS7-191: Stand Up to Falling: Home Safety and Fall Prevention

Amy Hosier | June 2, 2010 (New)

About 50 to 75 percent of falls happen in the home. Many of these falls are caused by home hazards that we overlook every day. Falls can be reduced and prevented by identifying and correcting hazards in your home. Remember, falls are preventable!

FCS7-193: Stand Up to Falling: A Matter of Balance and Fall Prevention

Amy Hosier | June 2, 2010 (New)

The eight-session, evidence-based falls management program is led by trained volunteer lay leaders. The program aims "to reduce [the] fear of falling, stop the fear of falling cycle, and increase activity levels among community-dwelling older adults."

FCS7-181: Keys to Great Parenting: Key 3: Know How Your Child Develops

Carol Gnatuk | March 24, 2010 (Major Revision)

Babies and toddlers grow and change at an amazing rate! Their weak muscles become stronger as they learn to roll over, sit, and walk. At first they coo, gurgle, babble, and cry in distress. Then they begin to show interest, smile, and laugh. Before you know it, they are putting words together, taking turns, and learning to share.

FCS7-183: Keys to Great Parenting: Key 5: Show Your Child the World

Carol Gnatuk | March 24, 2010 (Major Revision)

From the moment your baby is born, she has active brain cells--100 billion of them. They need to make trillions of connections with each other for your child to learn as much as possible while growing. She cannot learn without help. She needs stimulation--not only from you, but everyone and everything around her. That is why this key, "Show Your Child the World," is so important.

FCS7-179: Keys to Great Parenting: Key 1: Care for Yourself

Carol Gnatuk | March 24, 2010 (Major Revision)

Parents of babies and toddlers often feel tired and frazzled. They worry about doing everything exactly right. It is important to keep in mind that doing well starts with being well. You can learn to reduce stress and nurture yourself. Both you and your child will reap the benefits.