Fairmont State Univ. Community Health Promotion

#PiDay tip: You can smell it when you have a delicious apple or pizza pie baking in your oven. But your nose can't help you with #radon -- it's odorless (and colorless). The only way to know radon is in your home is to test for it. https://lnkd.in/g-xt_CN

The Endometriosis Association considers the Teen Outreach Program to be one of its most important educational initiatives because it targets the most vulnerable victims of this painful, life-altering disease—young girls—and has the potential to greatly diminish its impact on their lives. To date, they have distributed more than 2,500 Teen Outreach educational packages in more than 30 states reaching thousands of youngsters. Email [email protected] or call 1-800-992-3636 to request a Teen Outreach Kit!

The US Preventive Services Task Force recommends that all people at average risk begin colon cancer screening at age 45. People at higher risk may need to be screened earlier. Ask your doctor about screening, as your ethnicity, lifestyle, and family history will impact when you should get checked. Answer a screening quiz at: https://lnkd.in/dstZHiCz

#Sarcopenia is low muscle mass that can occur from natural muscle loss with aging. #EatingDisorders can speed up this process due to low protein in the diet. During National Eating Disorders Awareness Week, learn more & explore OWH’s resources for women in midlife to prevent disordered eating & sarcopenia. #NEDAW https://lnkd.in/dST8wbb9

Show your support for the Community Health Promotion program during the Fairmont State University Day of Giving. Visit https://lnkd.in/eUDvaCUU

???????????? ???????? ??????????: ???????????? ?????????????? ???? ???????????????? ?????????? ???? ??????????????????!???? Middle College at Fairmont State University – a unique dual-degree program for West Virginia teens who have experienced foster care – is introducing exciting updates to better serve current and future Middle College students. Middle College is a collaborative effort between KVC West Virginia, Fairmont State University, and West Virginia Schools of Diversion and Transition (WVSDT). These updates are designed to give Middle College students the education, skills, and connections they need to pursue their dreams, while also addressing Fairmont State University’s growing need for on-campus housing. ???Starting June 2025, the updated program will focus on providing:? ? ? A high school diploma and a two-year associate degree (or 2 years of college credit toward a bachelor’s degree).? ? Tuition, fees and housing fully supported by federal and state sources. ?Support for youth living in off-campus housing, either in a setting managed by a Middle College partner or with a relative caregiver or foster parent within driving distance of Fairmont. Reliable transportation must be available. ?Access to Fairmont State University education and resources, including college-level academic instruction, specialized advising, tutoring, mentoring, an on-campus Middle College student lounge, and other campus support services.? ?Enhanced academic support, including certified West Virginia Schools of Diversion and Transition special education teachers.? ?Access to KVC West Virginia community-based support services, including outpatient mental health therapy, life skills workshops, social-emotional learning opportunities, and more. ?Education and skills that prepare Middle College graduates to enter the job market or continue their college education.? Since its launch, Middle College has opened doors for West Virginia teens in foster care, giving them access to higher education, new skills, and the confidence to pursue their dreams. These program updates affirm each partner’s commitment to creating life-changing opportunities for youth who have experienced foster care.? ?????????? ???????? ?????????? ?????? ?????????????????? ???? ???????????? ??????????????: ??https://lnkd.in/gpHYkFT3

Changes in hormones, weight, and stress during #menopause can increase risk of disordered eating. Join OWH during National Eating Disorders Awareness Week to learn more about the signs, symptoms, and risk factors of #EatingDisorders, and how to talk to a health care provider to get the support you need. #NEDAW https://lnkd.in/dST8wbb9

Fairmont State University's Day of Giving is this week. This is the first time people can designate their donation to the Community Health Promotion program. Visit our page at: https://lnkd.in/eJ2tTAi5

Fairmont State University is proud to present the Spring 2025 Presidential Speaker Series: Appalachian Resilience—a celebration of our region’s rich cultural heritage and creative spirit. ??? Kicking off the series tomorrow is "Food as Communication in Appalachia" with Dr. Ashli Quesinberry Stokes and Dr. Wendy Atkins-Sayre. These renowned scholars will explore how food shapes Appalachian identity, resilience, and culture. ???? ?? February 18 | 6 PM ?? Falcon Center Conference Rooms Join us for an engaging discussion that highlights the power of food in storytelling and community-building.

Preeclampsia is high blood pressure during pregnancy and signs that your organs are not working well. It develops after 20 weeks of pregnancy. Sometimes there are no signs of it, but watch for sudden weight gain over 1-2 days or swelling in your hands or face. Having preeclampsia increases your risk of high blood pressure, heart disease and stroke later in life. Talk to your healthcare provider about your blood pressure. Preeclampsia is high blood pressure during pregnancy and signs that your organs are not working well. It develops after 20 weeks of pregnancy. Sometimes there are no signs of it, but watch for sudden weight gain over 1-2 days or swelling in your hands or face. Having preeclampsia increases your risk of high blood pressure, heart disease and stroke later in life. Talk to your healthcare provider about your blood pressure.