Safety/Health
DRUG, ALCOHOL ABUSE
Chemical Dependency and Family Relationships, G1636
This NebGuide discusses chemical dependency and some family dysfunctions and traits related to this issue.
Fighting Meth in Nebraska: Strategies for Individuals and Communities, NF608
Strategies to fight methamphetamine use through educating community members on its risks and usage, assessing the drug use situation and learning how to combat it.
Methamphetamine -- One of Rural Nebraska's Greatest Challenges (Leader Guide), HEF542
One of rural Nebraska's greatest challenges is methamphetamine production and use. This community lesson will increase awareness of the magnitude of the problem and how it relates to public safety and rural economic development. Participant manual also available. Order printed copies from your local Extension office.
Methamphetamine -- One of Rural Nebraska's Greatest Challenges (Participant Manual), HEF543
One of rural Nebraska's greatest challenges is methamphetamine production and use. This community lesson will increase awareness of the magnitude of the problem and how it relates to public safety and rural economic development. Leader guide also available.
Methamphetamine: One of America's Greatest Challenges, Part 1, G1748
This publication examines the horrors of methamphetamine and its use.
Methamphetamine: One of America's Greatest Challenges, Part II, G1749
This publication examines the risk factors which may lead to meth use; the imipacts it has on family, health, safety, environment and rural economic development; and simple trategies to combat this problem.
HOME SAFETY
Child Care Environment: General Safety Checklist, G1213
This NebGuide offers suggestions on maintaining a safe environment for children in your care.
Child Care Environment: Room-by-Room Safety Checklist, G1643
This NebGuide offers suggestions on maintaining a safe environment for children in your care by conducting regular room-by-room safety checks.
Child Care Furnishings Safety Checklist, G1212
This publication presents information about the selection and evaluation of children's furniture for satefy features. Use the checklist when evaluating potential new or used children's furniture purchases, donated items or existing furniture for children.
Contaminantes Peligrosos del Aire Que Cada Dueño De Hogar Debe Conocer…, EC461S
If you're like most Americans, you spend much of your time indoors. Have you ever stopped to think about whether the air you're breathing at home is healthy? Contaminantes Peligrosos del Aire Que Cada Dueño De Hogar Debe Conocer… is a 20-page booklet that identifies things in your home that may impact the quality of the air and your health, and describes what you should do to address each potential hazard.
Contribuya a tener un Hogar Sano, EC462S
In every home there are hidden dangers that could harm the health of children. This booklet explains health issues related to indoor air quality, asthma and allergies, mold and moisture, carbon monoxide, lead, drinking water, hazardous household products, pesticides and home safety, and tells what you can do about them. Both English and Spanish versions are available.
Help Yourself to a Healthy Home, EC462
In every home there are hidden dangers that could harm the health of children. This booklet explains health issues realted to indoor air quality, asthma and allergies, mold and moisture, carbon monoxide, lead, drinking water, hazardous household products, pesticides and home safety, and tells what you can do about them. English and Spanish versions are available.
Indoor Air Hazards Every Homeowner Should Know About..., EC461
If you're like most Americans, you spend much of your time indoors. Have you ever stopped to think about whether the air you're breathing at home is healthy? This 20-page booklet can help you identify things in your home that may impact the quality of the air and your health.
Radon in Nebraska Homes, G1404
This publication helps householders understand radon's effects, and how to test for and reduce its impact in their homes.
INDOOR AIR QUALITY
From Moisture and Mold to Healthy Homes - Basics for Consumers, DVD249
Learn about how to reduce moisture in residential homes to prevent and manage mold. Includes tips for interior and exterior inspections and clean-up.
From Moisture and Mold to Healthy Homes - Basics for Housing Professionals , DVD250
Created for housing professionals involved in management, sales, maintenance and inspection. Learn the basics about how to reduce moisture in residential homes to prevent and manage mold.
Healthy Homes: Should I Test for Mold, G1819
This publication discusses common questions consumers may have about testing for mold in homes.
Identifying Moisture and Mold Sources in Houses, G1832
This checklist is a tool to help evaluate an existing home for moisture problems and sources.
PRACTICES FOR OPTIMUM HEALTH
Family Fitness -- Leader Guide, HEF556
In this guide families learn how to promote a healthy lifestyle to their children by incorporating physical activity into their daily lives. Participant guide also available. Order printed copies from your local Extension office.
Family Fitness -- Participant Guide, HEF557
In this guide families learn how to promote a healthy lifestyle to their children by incorporating physical activity into their daily lives. Leader guide also available.
Indoor Air Quality: Know the Asthma Triggers in the Home, G1463
This publication discusses asthma triggers sometimes found in the home and possible solutions. It is intended to help manage and reduce possible indoor triggers. Medical professionals should be consulted first and their recommendations followed.
Starving for Success: The Dangers of Disordered Eating, G1506
Eating disorders affect one million or more Americans with 5 to 20 percent dying as a result of medical complications. This NebGuide reviews the warning signs of anorexia, bulimia and binge eating and how to get treatment and help.
