AgriSafe Talking Total Farmer Health – Details, episodes & analysis

The Specialty Vehicle Institute of America – ATV/UTV safety training and resources.

The Cultivate Safety Resource Library – youth safety; you can search the library for ATV/UTV specific resources.

National Farm Safety and Health Week webinars - Sept 22-26!

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If you are interested in QPR training, visit: https://www.agrisafe.org/QPR/

Check out the AgriStress Provider Directory: https://directory.agrisafe.org/

Sign up for the AgriSafe newsletter: https://www.agrisafe.org/newsletter/

View upcoming webinars: https://www.agrisafe.org/events/

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Directed by Laura Siegel

Hosted by Linda Emanuel

Edited by Joel Sharpton for ProPodcastingServices.com

Special Guest: Curt Porterfield

Resources:

• CS-CASH first aid kit checklist 
• CS-CASH's trainer instructions for Stop the Bleed 
• Ag Injury News 
• RF-DASH's Tips for Farmers Calling 911 

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If you are interested in QPR training, visit: https://www.agrisafe.org/QPR/

Check out the AgriStress Provider Directory: https://directory.agrisafe.org/

Sign up for the AgriSafe newsletter: https://www.agrisafe.org/newsletter/

View upcoming webinars: https://www.agrisafe.org/events/

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Directed by Laura Siegel

Hosted by Linda Emanuel

Edited by Joel Sharpton for ProPodcastingServices.com

Special Guest: Robby Rhembrandt

To access the sources mentioned in this episode, or for more information, visit:

• AgriSafe's Invest in Your Health curriculums
• AgriSafe's No Safe Way to Vape train-the-trainer
• The National quitline 1-800-QUIT-NOW, aka 1-800-784-8669 (if you have never heard of a quitline, check out this article, "Fives Reasons Why Calling a Quitline is a Key to Your Success")
• The textline for teens and young adults to quit vaping - text "DITCHVAPE" to 88709
• Resources for parents - Parents Against Vaping
• The CDC's resources for youth to reject or quit vaping

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If you are interested in QPR training, visit: https://www.agrisafe.org/QPR/

Sign up for the AgriSafe newsletter: https://www.agrisafe.org/newsletter/

View upcoming webinars: https://www.agrisafe.org/events/

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Directed by Laura Siegel

Hosted by Linda Emanuel

Edited by Matt McKenney for ProPodcastingServices.com

Special Guest: Abigail Kahrs

Heat-related illnesses should not be taken lightly. Here are some helpful resources, to keep you safe this summer:

• The Occupational Health and Safety Administration's (OSHA) page on heat illness prevention which has guides for employers, and tips for workers (including their rights)
• California OSHA's heat-related illness prevention page
• The Western Center for Agricultural Health and Safety's page on heat illness prevention
• AgriSafe's page on Heat-Related Illnesses including free recordings, flyers, and more

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If you are interested in QPR training, visit: https://www.agrisafe.org/QPR/

Sign up for the AgriSafe newsletter: https://www.agrisafe.org/newsletter/

View upcoming webinars: https://www.agrisafe.org/events/

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Directed by Laura Siegel

Hosted by Linda Emanuel

Edited by Matt McKenney for ProPodcastingServices.com

Special Guest: Teresa Andrews

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For more information about heart health and to find free educational resources and tips to prevent heart disease, visit the NHLBI website at www.nhlbi.nih.gov and The Heart Truth® program at www.hearttruth.gov

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If you are interested in QPR training, visit: https://www.agrisafe.org/QPR/

Sign up for the AgriSafe newsletter: https://www.agrisafe.org/newsletter/

View upcoming webinars: https://www.agrisafe.org/events/

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Directed by Laura Siegel

Hosted by Linda Emanuel

Edited by Matt McKenney for ProPodcastingServices.com

Special Guests: Dr. Eric Shiroma and Dr. David Schopfer

• To check out the study we mentioned in this episode, visit this link: Mental Health in Farming Communities - study by Dawn Garrett-Wright, Catherine Malin, and Susan Jones
• Not a farmer? Read this article, Finding the Common Ground: Understanding Your Community's Agriculture, from Penn State Extension

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If you are interested in QPR training, visit: https://www.agrisafe.org/QPR/

Sign up for the AgriSafe newsletter: https://www.agrisafe.org/newsletter/

View upcoming webinars: https://www.agrisafe.org/events/

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Directed by Laura Siegel

Hosted by Linda Emanuel

Edited by Matt McKenney for ProPodcastingServices.com

Special Guests: Al Pedigo

Special thanks to Dr. Susan Jones for speaking with us about the study, and connecting us with Al Pedigo!

Content advisory: This episode covers some sensitive issues on mental health including discussion of suicide.

• Check out the 19 minute documentary, Muckville, for free on Hudsy!
• Check out the USDA's Financial Resources for Farmers

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If you are interested in QPR training, visit: https://www.agrisafe.org/QPR/

Sign up for the AgriSafe newsletter: https://www.agrisafe.org/newsletter/

View upcoming webinars: https://www.agrisafe.org/events/

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Directed by Laura Siegel

Hosted by Linda Emanuel

Edited by Matt McKenney for ProPodcastingServices.com

Special Guests: Chris Pawelski and Eve Pawelski

We are using the term "ergonomic technology" to encompass any tool (physical or digital) that enables someone to better accomplish their tasks, including assistive technology and wearable technology.

Resources:

• Check out AgrAbility's Assistive Technology page for guidelines and resources fo assitive tech on the farm
• Check out the New Technologies for Ag Extension website
• Check out this list of mobile apps for agricultural safety and health
• Search this list of assistive tech funding resources for farmers and ranchers

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If you are interested in QPR training, visit: https://www.agrisafe.org/QPR/

Sign up for the AgriSafe newsletter: https://www.agrisafe.org/newsletter/

View upcoming webinars: https://www.agrisafe.org/events/

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Directed by Laura Siegel

Hosted by Linda Emanuel

Edited by Matt McKenney for ProPodcastingServices.com

Special Guest: Dr. Aaron Yoder

Resources:

• Find your local ag extension office – follow the link for your state and select the county that is closest to you! They are there to help you out, don’t hesitate to contact them with questions. - UofA
• Agricultural Youth Work Guidelines – many helpful guides for all types of ag work, including animal handling and relevant tasks. – NFMC & NCCRAHS
• Needlestick Prevention resources – OSHAS standards and protocols for needlesticks – OSHA
• Right from the Start – check out the outline for each topic for information on animal; topics cover beef cattle, dairy cattle, goats, sheep, swine, and horses - UTHCT
• Safe Livestock Handling Flyer – CS-CASH

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If you are interested in QPR training, visit: https://www.agrisafe.org/QPR/

Sign up for the AgriSafe newsletter: https://www.agrisafe.org/newsletter/

View upcoming webinars: https://www.agrisafe.org/events/

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Directed by Laura Siegel

Hosted by Linda Emanuel

Edited by Matt McKenney for ProPodcastingServices.com

Special Guest: Dr. Aaron Yoder

Check out the following sites:

• CRT, Community Restorative Training, which is a culturally responsive stress reduction and mental wellness program, designed to support the Latino Community and its multicultural allies. It combines education with guided practices including breathing patterns, meditation and mindfulness techniques, and restorative movements.
• Rural Mind's comprehensive list of Mental Health Resources
• AgriSafe's Mental Health Resources and Webinars

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If you are interested in QPR training, visit: https://www.agrisafe.org/QPR/

Sign up for the AgriSafe newsletter: https://www.agrisafe.org/newsletter/

View upcoming webinars: https://www.agrisafe.org/events/

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Directed by Laura Siegel

Hosted by Linda Emanuel

Edited by Matt McKenney for ProPodcastingServices.com

Special Guest: Elena Velez