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Community outreach students receive certification
April 22, 2023
In partnership with the University of Texas at El Paso, the Health Foundation recently presented certificates of completion for the Diabetes Awareness Training Program for Community Outreach students working towards a Bachelor of Science in Public Health degree at UTEP.
The training consisted of three 1-hour sessions that included topics such as what is diabetes?, signs and symptoms, general guidelines for healthy eating and physical activity, and community resources available to be tested and manage diabetes. The training also included public speaking strategies and adult…
Learn the signs and symptoms of diabetes and if you are at risk
April 22, 2023
The Paso del Norte Health Foundation has partnered with the El Paso Center for Diabetes to create two new resources to help individuals learn more about the signs and symptoms of diabetes and if they are at risk.
Videos
A new video campaign was developed to help the community identify the signs and symptoms, such as frequent urination, blurry vision, and increased fatigue, as indicators of diabetes. Click on the links below to watch the video in English and Spanish.
At Risk for Diabetes? Take the Risk Test
March 31, 2023
If you feel like you may be at risk of diabetes, take the Risk Test. By answering a few questions, it will estimate the percentage of risk you may have. The questions include what your age, gender, race is and symptoms you may be experiencing. Such as increased thirst, urination and more. At the end of the test, you are given a score from 0 to 10, 10 being more at risk for diabetes. You can also share the test with friends, print your results and have access to helpful tools like physician resources, how to manage diabetes and more. Click on links below.
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Dental patients to receive diabetes screening at Texas Tech Dental Oral Health Clinic
March 31, 2023
The Paso del Norte Health Foundation in partnership with the Hunt School of Medicine recently announced a new program that will screen dental patients for diabetes at the Texas Tech Dental Oral Health Clinic.
Diabetes is a serious condition that can lead to heart disease, chronic kidney disease, nerve damage, and problems with feet, oral health, vision, hearing, and mental health. There is a well-documented connection between diabetes and oral health. A dentist is often the first healthcare provider to suspect if a patient has diabetes because dental visits can be more…
Do you know what are the signs and symptoms of diabetes?
March 29, 2023
The El Paso Center for Diabetes and the Paso del Norte Health Foundation have partnered to create a new campaign to help the community identify the signs and symptoms of diabetes.
The new video campaign shares how sometimes unnoticeable issues can grow into a bigger problem. Frequent peeing, increased hunger and thirst can all be indicators of diabetes. Knowing the signs and symptoms and speaking to a physician early on can help spot diabetes sooner and prevent it from becoming a larger problem. Click on links below to watch videos in English and Spanish.
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REALIZE Board – April Lunch and Learn Sessions – In Person!
March 29, 2023
Looking to join a nonprofit board with the understanding of best practices in nonprofit governance? REALIZE Board provides workshops and training sessions designed to strengthen nonprofit governance in our region. The Lunch and Learn training series includes 1-hour modules focused on topics like board member roles and responsibilities, board cycle and structure, effective board meetings, and fundraising.
The April Lunch and Learn sessions will be held in-person at 100 N. Stanton, in the Stanton Boardroom on the first floor and taught by local BoardSource certified trainers.
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The BOOST Network provides out-of-school time programs for youth in our communities
March 29, 2023
Out-of-school time (OST) programs provide safe, structured spaces with trusting adults for youth to learn, play, and connect with their peers while school is not in session. Evidence shows that OST programs reduce health disparities, improve personal and social skills, foster healthier lifestyles, support student academic achievement, and reduce incidents of delinquency and risky behaviors.
The BOOST Network is a hub for out-of-school time (OST) providers that work together to identify, explore, and create opportunities that increase the quality and effectiveness of their…
Fun activity along the Playa Drain Trail
March 29, 2023
Get Fit on the Playa event was recently held on the newest section of the Playa Drain Trail. More than 200 participants walked and biked along the newly completed section between Yarborough Drive and Knights Drive. Participants received tips on the importance of stretching and staying hydrated along the way. Other fun activities included jump rope and hula hoop stations.
The City of El Paso completed this section in the fall of 2022 and is working on another section near Ysleta High School. Once this section is complete, the Playa Drain Trail will be 8.3 miles.
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National Nutrition Month - Awareness on Healthy Eating habits
March 29, 2023
March is National Nutrition Month! This is an opportunity to bring awareness on the importance of making informed food choices and healthy eating habits. The Health Foundation has partnered with several nonprofit organizations in the region through our Healthy Eating Initiative to make healthy eating a priority in the community by providing health education, policy, and promotion. Here are a few of our partners:
El Paso Center for Diabetes offers Sabrosa Vida, a cooking class that teaches participants how to cook healthy delicious meals, with an emphasis on making healthy eating…
2022 Annual Report - Our Line of Work - Promoting Health & Preventing Diease
March 29, 2023
Much like the work we do, papel picado - the inspiration for our 2022 Annual Report - embodies skill, beauty, creativity, and challenge. Its intricate designs echo the complexity of our mission. Its color and creativity represent the diversity, vibrance, talent, commitment, and generosity of those we serve in our binational, tri-state region.
In the beauty and spirit of the papel picado, the Paso del Norte Health Foundation is pleased to share the impact of our work in 2022, independently and in partnership with numerous area entities, across our three priority areas.
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