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Worker Awareness and Protection from Opioid Waste and Associated Infectious Diseases Course Series
Opioids are effective medications for treating pain, but they have a high potential for causing addiction, and some individuals may start misusing opioids, whether that is prescription or illegal opioids. The rapid increase in the use of prescription opioids has led to a dramatic increase in overdoses and overdose deaths. Furthermore, some people who misuse prescription opioids may start using heroin and other illegal substances with similar chemical structures that are cheaper and more readily available.
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Spotlight on Safety: Recognizing Hazards from Opioid Waste and Associated Infectious Diseases
On average, 130 Americans die every day from an opioid overdose. The increase in the availability of opioid drugs is connected with an increase in opioid drug use and opioid related overdoses. Learn more about this epidemic and understand the true impact of opioid abuse.
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Public Health Fundamentals for Park and Recreation Professionals Course Collection
Promote understanding of your agency’s vital contribution to community health and wellness. This course collection includes five online courses including the Public Health & YOU courses developed in partnership with the Indiana University School of Public Health. Learn MoreFree -
Introduction to the Human Health and Natural Environments Series
In this course you will explore the core concepts covered in the seven courses in the Human Health and Natural Environments series.
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Health in Park and Recreation Master Planning
Part 1State, county and local park and recreation agencies steward most of our open spaces and are responsible for a vast amount of the programming and facilities available to the public. More importantly, park and recreation agencies, often in partnership with other community organizations, are natural catalysts for health and wellness.
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Great Meetings with Great Outcomes
This course provides a brief introduction to the benefits of facilitation in group settings.
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