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March 18, 2008
Pioneer Press
Minneapolis, St. Paul
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During dinnertime with teens, time is the opperative word
Getting your teen to sit down to a regular meal with the family might be a little like lassoing Jell-O, but a new study suggests bringing teens to the table has the power to help them resist drugs and alcohol, feel better about themselves and even get better grades. (2-pg, 15.73 KB PDF)
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Jan 28, 2008
StarTribune
Minneapolis, St. Paul
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Deadly drinking incidents hide hopeful trends
"There's a polarization," said Aaron White, an assistant research professor at Duke University who studies student alcohol use. "There are more and more students not drinking. And more and more students drinking heavily . . . Those are the kids who are dying," he said. (3-pg, 22.35 KB PDF)
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Nov 7, 2007
Sun Current
Bloomington, Richfield, Edina
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Working together we can change attitudes
Let's work together to change attitudes that condone underage drinking, abusive drinking, illegal drug use, and tobacco addiction. As adults, our choices and actions set examples.
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Oct 17, 2007
Sun Current
Bloomington, Richfield, Edina
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Taking a bite out of childhood obesity
. . . Much of Bulfer's portion of the program was spent reviewing initiatives the three cities and school districts have taken in the childhood health arena. Attention was focused on the issue in 2004 when the federal government ordered all districts to adopt school wellness policies. Read more. |
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National Media |
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August 27, 2007
Trust for America's Health
Washington, DC |
Minnesota Adults 28th Most Obese in Country; Youth 47th Most Overweight
. . ."There has been a breakthrough in terms of drawing attention to the obesity epidemic. Now, we need a breakthrough in terms of policies and results," said Jeff Levi, PhD, Executive Director of TFAH. "Poor nutrition and physical inactivity are robbing America of our health and productivity." Read more. |
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Staff-Developed Tools and Resources |
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Community needs assessment - youth ATOD issues
Representatives from the communities of Bloomington, Edina, and Richfield were interviewed to gather information concerning alcohol, tobacco, and other drug (ATOD) issues in order to identify the unique opportunities, barriers, and needs of each community. This is a summary report of the findings.(2-page, 34.63 KB PDF)
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"Support Thriving Youth" table tent
Spread the word about building assets in youth anywhere you can put these table tents. Two table tents per each 8.5" X 11" sheet. Folds to 4.25"X5.5". Trim sides to fit 4"X6" plastic holder (purchased separately, not required).
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"Our Party is Alcohol-Free " stickers
An easy way to let your teenage guests and their parents know that alcohol will not be served at your party. Stickers can be placed on invitations, envelopes, or wherever you want to share the message. Print on address label sheets of 30 labels/sheet.(3 pages, 996 KB PDF)
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Let's Talk: Conversation starters
for busy families
Life is busy and time to talk
often gets pushed to the background.
To help get conversations
started, Tri-City Partners has created Let's Talk: Conversation starters
for busy families. The tin has over 120 questions that can be answered
by all members in the family, although a few may be more appropriate for
older children.
More information.
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