Enhancing Fitness With EnhanceFitness: An Evidence-Based Intervention for Older Adults and People with Chronic Disease

Presented by: Alabama Public Health Training Network

This broadcast is designed to introduce EnhanceFitness to chronic disease program coordinators and their partners and potential disseminators.Topics discussed will include: the basic components (how it is delivered, types of exercise) of the EnhanceFitness program; identifying the facility, space and equipment requirements for EnhanceFitness; the research demonstrating the effectiveness of EnhanceFitness; the steps necessary to implement the EnhanceFitness program.

HIV/AIDS in the South and Challenges in Other Non-Metropolitan Areas in the U.S.

Presented by: Alabama Public Health Training Network

This broadcast will discuss the presentation of epidemiological data, solutions to improve critical access to care and treatment for persons living with HIV/AIDS in the South, and specific case studies of people living with HIV disease.

HIV/AIDS and STDs: Alabama's Epidemic

Presented by: CDLHN

This broadcast discusses STDs, how the number of HIV/AIDS cases in Alabama rose dramatically in the 1980s, and has since peaked in the mid-1990s, with approximately 1,100 cases reported annually between 1995 and 1997. Also discussed is the fact that while HIV/AIDS cases have been reported all over Alabama, infections rates in southern Alabama are about twice those in the northern part of the state.

Rebroadcast:
Wed., Mar. 29th, 3:00-5:00pm

Preventing Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders

Presented by: Alabama Public Health Training Network

This program will provide a comprehensive overview of FASD. The progression of alcoholism will be discussed as well as biological and social considerations when treating women with addictive disorders. Techniques that are useful in assessing, intervening, and engaging women into recovery will be reviewed.