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Health Messenger

WEBThe resources can be used to train Special Olympics athletes to become Health Messengers, empowering them to become health leaders, educators, advocates and …

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Health Promotion (prevention and nutrition)

WEBHealth Promotion (prevention and nutrition) Health Promotion, a discipline of Special Olympics Healthy Athletes, focuses on healthy living, healthy lifestyle choices, and …

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“Becoming a Health Messenger” Training

WEBThe aim of Health Messenger training includes providing athletes with a technical skill set that enhances their ability to be leaders and advocates for themselves …

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Healthy Communities

WEBResearch, Evaluation, & Annual Special Olympics Health Reports. Please use the approved Special Olympics resources below to guide your year-round health work. At …

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Health Messenger Basics

WEBThe aims of Health Messenger training include: Providing athletes with a technical skill set that enhances their ability to be a leader and advocate for themselves and others in all …

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Healthy Hearing (audiology)

WEBThe Healthy Hearing discipline of Healthy Athletes provides comprehensive hearing screenings and follow-up recommendations. The main goals of this program are to …

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Strong Minds (emotional health)

WEBStrong Minds (emotional health) Strong Minds is an interactive learning activity focused on developing adaptive coping skills. Competition provides a natural opportunity to develop …

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FUNfitness (physical therapy)

WEBFUNfitness is a physical therapy event that addresses the ongoing health needs of Special Olympics athletes. FUNfitness provides athletes the opportunity to be examined for …

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HIGH 5 for Fitness

WEBHigh 5 for Fitness is a set of resources for youth ages 8 – 21 to help you take control of your own fitness by making healthy choices. Being fit means that you eat well, drink plenty of …

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Family Health Forums

WEBFamily Health Forums provide a space for the families and caregivers of people with intellectual disabilities to engage with health professionals, community leaders and …

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MedFest (history and physical exam)

WEBMedFest was created to offer the physical exam that all athletes need prior to participating in Special Olympics sports programming. It is sometimes the first exposure these …

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Special Smiles (dentistry)

WEBThe Special Smiles discipline of Healthy Athletes provides comprehensive oral health care information, including offering free dental screenings and instructions on correct …

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Special Olympics Fitness Evaluation: Fitness and Health Assessments

WEBDescription: A series of in-person assessments used to determine improvements in health and fitness.The assessments are compiled in a manual with instructions for …

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Healthy Young Athletes (pediatric screening)

WEBHealthy Young Athletes is a holistic pediatric screening offered to children 2 – 7 years old, with and without Intellectual Disabilities, as an initial offering by Healthy Athletes. The …

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