Its Child Passenger Safety Week, and Norman-Mahnomen Public Health is one of the many organizations that are celebrating, by promoting proper passenger safety. For children, the most important aspect of passenger safety is the proper use of car seats, but what does the law require? Norman-Mahnomen Public Health Car Seat Technician Ashley Braun explains what…
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School is back in session at schools across the Red River Valley, and if you want to make sure your child is performing at their very best this year, there’s one simple thing you can do as a parent to help them. Kelsey Merkens of Norman-Mahnomen Public Health says it’s important for students of all…
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With some area schools returning to class next week, our communities will be seeing an influx of traffic in the mornings and afternoons, whether it be vehicles or pedestrians. If your child is one that likes to walk or bike to school Kim Myers of Norman Mahnomen Public Health shares some pedestrian safety reminders that…
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We are officially in the back to school season, as school is just over a month away, and Norman-Mahnomen Public Health is sharing some tips with parents and guardians, so that their students can start the year off right. Kelsey Merkens of Norman-Mahnomen Public Health says one thing all parents should do is notify their…
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It’s National Walk & Bike to School Day, and Norman-Mahnomen Public Health is using the day to promote bike safety for youth of all ages. Kim Myers of Norman-Mahnomen Public Health says helmets are one of the most crucial aspects of bike safety, and she encourages parents to install that in their child’s mind early. …
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It’s Public Health Week, and Public Health Organizations across the country are celebrating by promoting the work they do in their local communities. Sarah Kjono of Norman-Mahnomen Public Health says the ultimate mission of Public Health is to help fill in healthcare gaps in the communities they serve, and they do this by working with…
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It’s Public Health week, and Norman-Mahnomen Public Health is celebrating by promoting, and celebrating the work and services they offer in our communities. Sarah Kjono of Norman-Mahnomen Public Health talks more about Public Health Week, and the ways it has changed over the years. Kjono says Public Health offices have a huge impact in everyday…
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March is Nutrition Month, and Norman Mahnomen Public Health is encouraging people to adopt a healthy, and nutritious lifestyle. Kristy rott of Norman-Mahnomen Public Health says one of the best ways to adopt a healthy and nutritious lifestyle is by adopting an upstream way of thinking, which she talks more about with R&J News’ Kevin…
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March is Nutrition Month, and Norman-Mahnomen Public Health is encouraging people to live a nutritious life, and adopt a healthy diet.Many people when they hear the word nutrition often think of things like caloric intake, but hydration is also a very important aspect of a nutritious lifestyle. Kristi Rott of Norman-Mahnomen Public Health tells us…
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Public Health is active in every Minnesota County, and while the work they do is very impactful, many are unaware of the sheer amount of work and programs their local Public Health Office offers. While the services offered through Public Health may differ from county to county, Sarah Kjono of Norman-Mahnomen says the ultimate goal…
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