Protecting, Connecting and Thriving: We Are All Public Health Public health is more than just health care. It's the steps we take to make sure our neighborhoods and environment are free from pollution. It's making sure our food and water are safe to eat and drink. It's also the relationships we foster in our communities. […]
In honor of Public Health Week 2024, join the City of Nashua Division of Public Health and Community Services and the Greater Nashua Public Health Network for a Walk with the Mayor and a Public Health Connectedness Community Celebration featuring local community organizations, giveaways, fun activities, and a free raffle. Learn more today!
Network with current and future Certified Prevention Specialists (CPS) Learn more about the CPS application process. Learn more about certification and its importance. Hear about a mentoring program for CPSs and prospective CPSs. Free event. A certificate to apply towards CEUs will be provided to those who attend. Register today!
What If We Could ...? Together, we're working to build a NH where we lift each other up, where opportunity is full and equitable, where we embrace our responsibilities to each other and understand that what is good for all of us is good for each of us. We'll be joined by a panel of […]
Trauma harms children emotionally, psychologically, and biologically and untreated experiences can lead to suicide, substance abuse, serious emotional disturbance, poor school and work performances, social maladjustment, and decrease health and well-being. The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) states that one in six children and adolescents ages 6-17 years old will experience an adverse childhood […]
Trauma-informed prevention is a powerful approach for promoting resilience and creating environments that prioritize safety, trust, and collaboration. But, what does it look like? And, what does it mean to be trauma-informed? Join Public Consulting Group (PCG) for a discussion on how trauma-informed practices can be applied to prevention from stakeholder engagement to prevention strategies. […]
Save the date for this year's Prevention Month where we'll be focusing on the role community plays in the success of New Hampshire families. Because we know that the systems and sectors we navigate daily, from health care to housing, are not only inter-related but foundational to family strength. Join us in changing the narrative […]
Are you ready to put life back into your life? Chronic pain can be difficult to live with. If you or someone you care for are experiencing chronic pain, this workshop can help! In this workshop, you will learn ways to manage symptoms and meet health goals. Create a weekly action plan to help you […]
This series examines human trafficking from the perspective of equity. Trafficking is viewed as one indicator of community vulnerabilities such as housing shortages, lack of mental health resources, lack of consistent, viable employment and career opportunities; insufficient or absent transportation opportunities, lack of language support and resources, communities in which neighbors and residents have precarious […]
While we continue our recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic, the United States is facing an increasing mental health and substance use crisis. Overdoses and deaths of despair are at record highs while the mental health of our adolescents and young adults continues to decline. Substance use can be the “answer” when it comes to anxiety, […]
MCAC is hosting a discussion on education! We would be honored if you would join us for this discussion and share this with your community as an invite. We are excited to bring you this event that we believe will equip and empower you as a family regarding your family’s education. Register today!
This series examines human trafficking from the perspective of equity. Trafficking is viewed as one indicator of community vulnerabilities such as housing shortages, lack of mental health resources, lack of consistent, viable employment and career opportunities; insufficient or absent transportation opportunities, lack of language support and resources, communities in which neighbors and residents have precarious […]
Overview: ADHD is a brain disorder marked by an ongoing pattern of inattention, impulsivity and/or excessive activity, which interferes with functioning or development. Some people with ADHD only have problems with one of the behaviors, while others have a combination. An appealing short-term effect of nicotine is that it helps with the ability to focus. […]
Project ECHO® (Extension for Community Healthcare Outcomes) is an evidence-based method developed by researchers at the University of New Mexico. During teleECHO™ sessions, expert mentors share their expertise across a virtual network via case-based learning. The program will occur on the third Wednesday of each month February through July 2024. Intended audience: All New Hampshire […]
A common dilemma for prevention providers is determining the line between advocacy and lobbying. Advocacy is the process of stakeholders’ making their voices heard on issues that affect their lives and the lives of others at the local, state, and national level. Prevention professionals are directed by their Code of Ethics to advocate for an […]
This series examines human trafficking from the perspective of equity. Trafficking is viewed as one indicator of community vulnerabilities such as housing shortages, lack of mental health resources, lack of […]
There's a lot to learn as a new parent and our community wants to help you get off to a great start. On April 23rd new and expectant parents can […]
Hear from medical professionals, parents, tobacco control experts, and school system champions on how vaping has affected youth, both mentally and physically. Learn about innovative programs and resources available to […]
DEA’s National Prescription Drug Take Back Day encourages the public to remove unneeded medications from their homes as a measure of preventing medication misuse and opioid use disorder from ever […]
The Advocacy Committee Meeting meets the 1st Friday of each month to discuss state legislation that could affect young people staying in, or leaving, New Hampshire throughout the legislative session. […]
Note: The events contained in this calendar are subject to change without notice by their respective organizers. Refer to each event's website for updates.