"Ebola: #FactsNotFear"
By King 5 Staff and USA Today
King 5 News
Date Unknown
http://www.king5.com/longform/news/health/2014/10/15/ebola-facts-not-fear/17268449/
Summary: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is teaming up with other groups to debunk myths surrounding Ebola. They are focused on revealing only the facts regarding this disease in hopes of calming down unnecessary fears.
Relevance: If the fears about Ebola are still consistent when Healthy Families, Happy Families launches, it will be necessary for each chapter to dedicate some time to spreading awareness about this disease through stable facts and no unproven myths. Our non-profit will not spread lies or cause unnecessary chaos surrounding a very serious matter.
Monday, October 20, 2014
Post #9- Understanding Insurance
"Understanding Insurance and Obamacare"
Author Unknown
Kiro 7 News
October 9, 2014
http://www.kirotv.com/news/news/understanding-insurance-and-obamacare/nhf6C/
Summary: Health insurance can be complex. This article provides tips on how to easily understand the process and navigate through the options.
Relevance: At-risk families obviously include those without health insurance. Information within this article can help to provide struggling adults with guidance as to the specific health insurance companies that will cater to families and individuals with limited incomes.
Post #8- Stay Fit with Video Games
"Video Games can Entice You into Action"
By Nicole Tsong
The Seattle Times
October 17, 2014
http://seattletimes.com/html/pacificnw/2024675360_1019fitforlifexml.html
Summary: Today's video game consoles and programs allow you to have fun while you work out and stay active.
Relevance: Video games are a perfect way to reach the children in our non-profit's target audience. Through games that involve dancing, boxing and fitness training, we will be able to promote the importance of staying active. Healthy Families, Happy Families is dedicated to providing fun options for working out.
By Nicole Tsong
The Seattle Times
October 17, 2014
http://seattletimes.com/html/pacificnw/2024675360_1019fitforlifexml.html
Summary: Today's video game consoles and programs allow you to have fun while you work out and stay active.
Relevance: Video games are a perfect way to reach the children in our non-profit's target audience. Through games that involve dancing, boxing and fitness training, we will be able to promote the importance of staying active. Healthy Families, Happy Families is dedicated to providing fun options for working out.
Post #7- Medicare Advantage
"Medicare Advantage, Drug Plan Enrollments Start Oct. 15"
By Lisa Stiffler
The Seattle Times
October 13, 2014
http://blogs.seattletimes.com/healthcarecheckup/2014/10/13/medicare-advantage-drug-plan-enrollments-start-oct-15/
Summary: Open enrollment for prescription drug coverage and Medicare Advantage plans began on Oct. 15 and will remain open until Dec. 7. This enrollment period provides the public with the opportunity to search for a plan that best fits their needs.
Relevance: Those with limited incomes can easily get involved in searching for a plan by getting free assistance in signing up from Statewide Health Insurance Benefits Advisors. Also, Medicare Advantage caters to those who need help purchasing prescription drugs through Medicare's "Extra Help" program. Just like our non-profit, Medicare aims to assist and educate families in need.
By Lisa Stiffler
The Seattle Times
October 13, 2014
http://blogs.seattletimes.com/healthcarecheckup/2014/10/13/medicare-advantage-drug-plan-enrollments-start-oct-15/
Summary: Open enrollment for prescription drug coverage and Medicare Advantage plans began on Oct. 15 and will remain open until Dec. 7. This enrollment period provides the public with the opportunity to search for a plan that best fits their needs.
Relevance: Those with limited incomes can easily get involved in searching for a plan by getting free assistance in signing up from Statewide Health Insurance Benefits Advisors. Also, Medicare Advantage caters to those who need help purchasing prescription drugs through Medicare's "Extra Help" program. Just like our non-profit, Medicare aims to assist and educate families in need.
Post #6- Disease Prevention
"Prevent Millions of Diseases by Doing This One Thing"
By Marina Rockinger
Komo News
October 14, 2014
http://www.komonews.com/news/health/Prevent-MILLIONS-of-diseases-by-doing-this-one-thing-279025111.html
Summary: A new study completed by the Food and Drug Administration shows that millions of diseases can be prevented by not smoking.
Relevance: The Seattle chapter of Healthy Families, Happy Families can use information from this study to further reiterate the dangers of smoking during health education activities for the at-risk family members.
By Marina Rockinger
Komo News
October 14, 2014
http://www.komonews.com/news/health/Prevent-MILLIONS-of-diseases-by-doing-this-one-thing-279025111.html
Summary: A new study completed by the Food and Drug Administration shows that millions of diseases can be prevented by not smoking.
Relevance: The Seattle chapter of Healthy Families, Happy Families can use information from this study to further reiterate the dangers of smoking during health education activities for the at-risk family members.
Tuesday, October 7, 2014
Post #5- "Meatless Mondays"
"Seattle Mom Pushing for 'Meatless Mondays' in Schools"
By Mark Miller
Komo News
June 11, 2014
http://www.komonews.com/news/local/Seattle-mom-pushing-for-Meatless-Mondays-in-schools-262807301.html
Summary: A mother in Seattle is encouraging public schools to eradicate meat from the lunch menu every Monday. "Meatless Mondays" is an actual movement supported by the Humane League.
Relevance: Organizers of the movement believe that cutting meat out once a week can help to reduce obesity and chronic diseases. We can research whether or not this method is effective, which will help us to determine if "Meatless Mondays" is a movement in which our non-profit should support and team up with.
By Mark Miller
Komo News
June 11, 2014
http://www.komonews.com/news/local/Seattle-mom-pushing-for-Meatless-Mondays-in-schools-262807301.html
Summary: A mother in Seattle is encouraging public schools to eradicate meat from the lunch menu every Monday. "Meatless Mondays" is an actual movement supported by the Humane League.
Relevance: Organizers of the movement believe that cutting meat out once a week can help to reduce obesity and chronic diseases. We can research whether or not this method is effective, which will help us to determine if "Meatless Mondays" is a movement in which our non-profit should support and team up with.
Post #4- The Improvement of Hepatitis C Treatment
"$6 Million Grant Awarded for King County Hepatitis C Treatment"
By Paige Cornwell
The Seattle Times
September 16, 2014
http://blogs.seattletimes.com/today/2014/09/6-million-grant-awarded-for-king-county-hepatitis-c-treatment/
Summary: This grant will span over the course of four years and will fund the Hepatitis C Test and Cure Project. From 2000-2011, 69,459 cases of chronic hepatitis C were reported in Washington and 28 percent of those cases were found in King County.
Relevance: Hepatitis C is clearly a health issue in our Seattle chapter, therefore it will be an important predicament for us to tackle and focus on. We can team up with the Hepatitis C Test and Cure Project in order to spread awareness and make sure that people get tested.
By Paige Cornwell
The Seattle Times
September 16, 2014
http://blogs.seattletimes.com/today/2014/09/6-million-grant-awarded-for-king-county-hepatitis-c-treatment/
Summary: This grant will span over the course of four years and will fund the Hepatitis C Test and Cure Project. From 2000-2011, 69,459 cases of chronic hepatitis C were reported in Washington and 28 percent of those cases were found in King County.
Relevance: Hepatitis C is clearly a health issue in our Seattle chapter, therefore it will be an important predicament for us to tackle and focus on. We can team up with the Hepatitis C Test and Cure Project in order to spread awareness and make sure that people get tested.
Post #3- New School Year Brings Healthier Food
"New School Year Brings Healthier Food Choices for Kent Students"
Author Unknown
Kent Reporter
August 28, 2014
http://www.kentreporter.com/news/273054751.html#
Summary: Students in Kent and King County will be provided with healthier food options this year. Changes include, more local produce in the cafeterias as well as healthier choices provided in vending machines.
Relevance: Our non-profit can possibly team up with the program Farm to School, just as schools in Kent have, in order to promote the use and benefits of local produce within cafeterias.
Author Unknown
Kent Reporter
August 28, 2014
http://www.kentreporter.com/news/273054751.html#
Summary: Students in Kent and King County will be provided with healthier food options this year. Changes include, more local produce in the cafeterias as well as healthier choices provided in vending machines.
Relevance: Our non-profit can possibly team up with the program Farm to School, just as schools in Kent have, in order to promote the use and benefits of local produce within cafeterias.
Post #2- Healthier Food in Schools
"New Rules Mandate Healthier Food in Schools"
By Elizabeth Dinh
Komo News
September 6, 2012
http://www.komonews.com/news/local/New-rules-mandate-healthier-food-in-schools-168849676.html
Summary: New federal rules have been implemented in schools regarding healthier food choices for children. Although these healthy options are now available, not every child will choose to eat what is offered.
Relevance: This article showcases the effort made in Seattle schools concerning a healthier diet for children. Our non-profit can now investigate and analyze the success of these new rules to figure out if we should create programs that follow similar guidelines or instead build our own, completely new plan that targets the same issue.
By Elizabeth Dinh
Komo News
September 6, 2012
http://www.komonews.com/news/local/New-rules-mandate-healthier-food-in-schools-168849676.html
Summary: New federal rules have been implemented in schools regarding healthier food choices for children. Although these healthy options are now available, not every child will choose to eat what is offered.
Relevance: This article showcases the effort made in Seattle schools concerning a healthier diet for children. Our non-profit can now investigate and analyze the success of these new rules to figure out if we should create programs that follow similar guidelines or instead build our own, completely new plan that targets the same issue.
Monday, October 6, 2014
Post #1- Seattle Seahawks' PLAY 60 Program
"Seahawks Come To Spokane For Play 60 #12Tour"
By Josh Ouellette
KHQ Local News
July 17, 2014
http://www.khq.com/story/26048667/seahawks-coming-to-spokane-for-play-60-12tour
Summary: The Seattle Seahawks visit Spokane, WA to promote and participate in the NFL's Play 60 program.
Relevance: The Play 60 program tackles childhood obesity and encourages young people to stay active. This program serves as a foundation and inspiration toward our mission for a new non-profit initiative that promotes health education for at-risk families.
By Josh Ouellette
KHQ Local News
July 17, 2014
http://www.khq.com/story/26048667/seahawks-coming-to-spokane-for-play-60-12tour
Summary: The Seattle Seahawks visit Spokane, WA to promote and participate in the NFL's Play 60 program.
Relevance: The Play 60 program tackles childhood obesity and encourages young people to stay active. This program serves as a foundation and inspiration toward our mission for a new non-profit initiative that promotes health education for at-risk families.
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