Search Results: MCH Organizations

Annotation: The American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) promotes and integrates scientific research, education and practical applications of sports medicine and exercise science to maintain and enhance physical performance, fitness, health, and quality of life. ACSM offers members informational publications and video materials, meetings, and continuing education. Membership is open to interested individuals as well as health professionals.

Keywords: Sports medicine, Consumer education, Exercise, Health promotion, Physical activity, Professional education

Annotation: Formed in 1991, the American Medical Society for Sports Medicine (AMSSM) offers a forum that fosters a collegial relationship among primary care sports medicine physicians. The AMSSM provides educational opportunities for primary care sports medicine physicians through meetings and video and printed materials. The AMSSM Web site is an educational resource for members, other professionals and the general public.

Keywords: Sports medicine, Consumer education, Physicians

Annotation: The National Association for Health and Fitness (NAHF), a nonprofit organization, seeks to improve the quality of of life for individuals in the United States through the promotion of physical fitness, sports, and healthy lifestyles and by fostering and supporting state Governor's Councils on Physical Fitness and Sports in the United States and its territories. Membership consists of state governor's councils. NAHF sponsors National Employee Health and Fitness, a work site health and fitness event, and Let's Get Physical, the national fitness challenge.

Keywords: Physical fitness, Consumer education, Health promotion, Physical activity, Sports

Annotation: The National Association for Sport and Physical Education (NASPE) is a professional membership organization that publishes journals, newsletters (including electronic news) and other materials on sports and physical education. NASPE also produces a catalog and hosts online discussion forums. The association's programs support quality sport and physical activity programs which promote healthy behaviors and individual well-being. Programs include "Jump Rope for Heart," "Hoops for Heart," School Community Recognition program, and the Ruth Abernathy Presidential Scholarship. NASPE also provides referrals and reference information to physical education teachers and sponsors conferences and training seminars.

Keywords: Physical education, Sports

Annotation: The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) began studying motor vehicle, home, and recreational injuries in the early 1970s and violence prevention in 1983. From these early activities grew a national program to reduce injury, disability, death, and costs associated with injuries outside the workplace. in June 1992, CDC established the National Center for Injury Prevention and Control (NCIPC). As the lead federal agency for injury prevention, NCIPC works closely with other federal agencies; national, state, and local organizations; state and local health departments; and research institutions. Services to consumers include referrals, publications, and reference information. NCIPC publishes a newsletter, supports research, and sponsors conferences and training seminars.

Keywords: Injury prevention, Agricultural injuries, Bicycle helmets, Car seats, Data, Domestic violence, Federal initiatives, Gun violence, Head injuries, Household injuries, Injuries, School injuries, School violence, Sports injuries, Unintentional injuries, Violence

Annotation: The National Youth Sports Safety Foundation, formerly the National Youth Sports Foundation for the Prevention of Athletic Injuries, is a nonprofit educational organization established in1989 dedicated to reducing the number and severity of injuries youth sustain in sports and fitness activities through the education o f health professionals, program administrators, coaches, parents and athletes. At the heart of the Foundation's mission is a commitment to promote the healthy development of youth, and to keep them physically active and in sports for life. The foundation serves as an educational resource and its publications include a quarterly newsletter , the Yearbook of Youth Sports Safety, injury fact sheets, resource sheets and guidelines. The Foundation is the lead organization for National Youth Sports Safety Month, a national health event to promote safety in sports activities. A publications list is available.

Keywords: Advocacy, Athletes, Educational materials, Injury prevention, Research, Resources for professionals, Sports injuries, Sports medicine, Youth

Annotation: The President's Council on Fitness, Sports, and Nutrition (PCFSN) engages, educates, and empowers all Americans to adopt a healthy lifestyle that includes regular physical activity and good nutrition. Since 1956, the Council has created and promoted programs and initiatives that motivate people of all ages, backgrounds, and abilities to be active and eat healthy

Keywords: Physical fitness, Adolescent health, Federal programs, Physical education, Public awareness campaigns, Publications, Recreational programs, Sports, Sports medicine, Technical assistance

Annotation: Special Olympics (SO) is an international organization that promotes understanding, acceptance, and inclusion between people with and without intellectual disabilities through year-round sports training and athletic competition and other related programming. SO provides children and adults with intellectual disabilities continuing opportunities to realize their potential, develop physical fitness, demonstrate courage, and experience joy and friendship. Resources include research reports, an e-newsletter, a fellowship program, and schools and youth outreach. SO also offers free health screenings and health information at local, regional, and World Games. SO's Project Unify is a school-based initiative in the United States that focuses on social inclusion, bringing youth with and without intellectual disabilities together through sports and related activities.

Keywords: Physical fitness, Children with special health care needs, Chronic illnesses and disabilities, Developmental disabilities, Inclusive schools, Information services, Mental retardation, School health programs, Sports

Annotation: Special Olympics, Special Smiles is a dental screening, education, and referral program that operates under the auspices of Special Olympics (SO). One of the primary objectives is to increase the number of oral health professionals who will serve individuals with intellectual disabilities in their practices and clinics. The program is a lead component of SO's "Healthy Athletes" initiative, created to focus attention on the overall health issues facing SO athletes.

Keywords: Dental care, Disabilities, Oral health, Physical fitness, Public awareness campaigns, Screening, Special health care services, Sports

Annotation: TeamSmile is an advocacy group that partners oral health professionals with professional athletic organizations to provide oral health care to children in underserved communities. Children receive free oral health education, screening, treatment, and are taught that the mouth and body are linked for overall health.

Keywords: Advocacy, Children, Dental care, Health education, Oral health, Screening, Sports, Underserved communities