BJC School Outreach and Youth Development

10/26/2022

“It is OK for YOU to not to feel OK” is a message often shared when we are dealing with difficulties.

10/06/2022

This week marks Mental Illness Awareness Week. Scroll to learn more about youth mental wellness.
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09/29/2022

September 29th is World Heart Day! Swipe to find out three ways you can take care of the health of heart. If you’re interested in booking a heart health lesson for your students, please visit our website for more information.

09/09/2022

Sept 10th is World Su***de Prevention Day. Swipe to learn more about the impacts of su***de on youth. Remember, if you or if someone you know is having feelings or thoughts of su***de, you can contact the Lifeline by dialing 988 in the US to speak to a mental health advocate. To learn more about the warning signs that someone might be considering su***de, visit www.nami.org.

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09/01/2022

In case you missed it, Turn the Page STL has been nationally recognized as a collective-impact, community-centered, change-making chapter advancing early literacy in the St. Louis community. The momentum is starting, and we are here to ensure all children, regardless of race or zip code, are reading proficiently by the end-of-third grade.

It's Your Turn! Become a leader. Be a Reader.

08/15/2022

August is National Immunization Awareness Month. Vaccines give you the power to protect yourself and your loved ones from preventable disease, and no back-to-school plans are complete without making sure your child is up-to-date with their vaccinations. Everyone 6 months and older is now eligible for a COVID-19 Vaccine, so it’s one to add to your list this year.

To learn more about the COVID vaccine, or about vaccines in general, check out: www.cdc.gov/vaccines/events/niam/parents/educational-resources.html

08/04/2022

Breastfeeding promotes bonding between mother & child and provides food security to infants from the very beginning of life contributing to food security for the whole family. This , let’s step up education & support for breastfeeding!
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07/15/2022

July is UV Safety Month! Spending time outside is a great way to be physically active, reduce stress, and get Vitamin D, but too much sun can be harmful to your skin. Too much sun can cause sun burns, skin cancer, a weakened immune system, and other health problems. Here are some ways to protect yourself from harmful UV rays while still enjoying the outdoors.

07/12/2022

July is National Blueberry Month! Blueberries are rich in fiber, vitamin C, vitamin K and even manganese and can be great and affordable addition to your diet. Swipe to see all of the different health benefits of blueberries!

06/08/2022

Check out the Be Well Farmers Market this Saturday!

Fatimah Muhammed, executive director of the Hyde Park Neighborhood Association and founder of Be Well Café, Apiary at the Park and the Be Well...

06/06/2022

BJC School Outreach and Youth Development is proud to be a part of Community Health Improvement!