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Who is the Tri-Health Team?
The Tri-Health Coalition of Leeds, Grenville and Lanark continued its work
throughout 2002 by planning and participating in a number of communitybased
initiatives. The Coalition focuses upon reducing chronic diseases by promoting
healthy eating, physical activity, and smokefree living. Coalition partners include
the Canadian Cancer Society, the Heart and Stroke Foundation, Canadian Diabetes
Association and Rideau Valley Diabetes Project, Community Health Centres, the Lung
Association, the Brockville and Area YMCA-YWCA, community volunteers, and the Leeds,
Grenville and Lanark District Health Unit.
The Eat Smart! Restaurant Program received greater interest than in previous years.
Twenty-seven restaurants met the criteria for the program and received
certifications. Eat Smart! Restaurants have a record of safe food handling
practices, a high percentage of smoke-free seating, and offer healthy food choices.
The Grocery Store Campaign delivered eight cooking demonstrations during March,
Nutrition Month. Customers were able to watch in-store food demonstrations, and
sample healthy foods. Customers also received free healthy recipes and Tri-Health
promotional items. Tri-Health was also very supportive in creating awareness about
the health hazards of second-hand smoke in the workplace and public areas. An
emphasis was made to increase awareness of municipal governments regarding the need
for smoking bylaws.
Other important initiatives included: the partial funding of community based
projects: the development of a Leeds, Grenville and Lanark trail guide; and display
at community events.
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