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View the Teen Videofest

Sunday, September 13th, 2009

Teen Videofest contest winners will be presented on Sept. 25 at AMC River Park Square 20 from 7-9 p.m. Come watch the winning videos. Contact Mishelle Earley at mearley@spokanecounty.org or (509) 324-1494 for tickets or information.

How Much Radiation Does Your Cell Phone Emit?

Thursday, September 10th, 2009

Read tips to reduce cell phone radiation. Compare your phone to the best phones/worst phones for radiation emission. Check the tips for children and cell phones here.

Time to Study; Time to Let Go

Thursday, September 10th, 2009

Time to Study suggests ways that parent can support their kids homework assignments. Do you have a child who has recently left for college? Time To Let Them Go offers tips to stay in touch with college bound kids.

Back to School Health, Behavioral, or Social Concerns for Your Family?

Friday, August 28th, 2009

If you have health concerns about your family during this cold and flu season, checkout a new book at the library, Germ proof your kids : the complete guide to protecting (without overprotecting) your family from infections, 616.9041 Rotbart. Do you have concerns that your child has difficulty focusing in school? Checkout ...

You’ve Got Rhythm

Thursday, August 13th, 2009

Your internal clock controls your alertness and moods during the day. Read tips to help you function well during the day in the article You've Got Rhythm. For information about keeping your inner clock on track, also see Circadian Rhythms, the Need for Sleep, and Melatonin.

Back to School Disaster Preparedness

Thursday, August 6th, 2009

Does your child know who to contact if a disaster occurs during school? Read Back to School - Be Prepared, from the Washington State Emergency Management team.

NINE HEALTHY DOSES OF ADVICE

Saturday, July 25th, 2009

Several health books were highlighted in the U.S. News & World Report, Guide to Health & Wellness Feb. '09). Check out one or more of these books from the public library: In Defense of Food: An Eater's Manifesto, Michael Pollan Anticancer: A New Way of Life, David Servan-Schreiber, M.D., Ph.D. AMA Complete Guide to Prevention and Wellness: ...

Sensitivity To Smoke

Tuesday, July 21st, 2009

If you are sensitive to smoke during this hot and dry fire season, read the release from the State Fire Marshal, Reduce Your Exposure To Smoke during Fire Season.

Teen Questions on Health Answered

Friday, July 17th, 2009

A website for teens, TeenGrowth.com answers questions on growth and development,emotions, friends,and family.

Fitness for KIDS who don’t like sports

Tuesday, July 7th, 2009

Are you looking for your kids to get more daily activity without joining a sports team? Many kids don't enjoy team sports; learn about some other activities to keep kids fit at KidsHealth.

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