CHILD HEALTH AND TOBACCO
October 1997
This program initiates the American Academy of Pediatrics' three year campaign to reduce use of substances that affect a child's health. This program provides information on the effects of tobacco use during pregnancy, on young child exposed to second hand smoke, and on teens who use tobacco. Included are tips to help stop smoking. Small

INTRODUCTION TO CHEMUNG VALLEY HEALTH NETWORK
November 1997
This program introduces the "information super highway" that is now serving Chemung county, and the world. You will learn about some of the uses for the information system and how it will improve health knowledge in the community. Small

MANAGED HEALTH CARE PART I (of 2 parts)
December 1997
This is the first in a two part series that will explain managed health care in general, and promote the enrollment in Medicaid Managed Care Plans. Small

MANAGED HEALTH CARE PART II (of 2 parts)
January 1998
This is the second in a two part series that will explain managed health care in general, and promote the enrollment in Medicaid Managed Care Plans. Small

HEALTHY HEARTS
February 1998
This program explores screening for cardiac risk, cardiac rehabilitation, and promoting heart healthy life style. Information is available to assist individuals to work toward a healthier heart. Small | Large

EARLY INTERVENTION AND PRESCOOL PROGRAM
March 1998
Early identification and treatment of developmental delay in infants and children is important. Every child in Chemung County is eligible for a developmental assessment, and if deemed necessary, therapy services provided at no cost to the family. Also learn about the transition to preschool services. Small

REACH OUT AND READ OF THE SOUTHEN TIER
April 1998
Reach out and Read is an early literacy and readiness to read program that is presented to families in the office of health providers in the community. The children ages 6 months to 4 years receive a free, age appropriate book and encouragement is given to both the child and caregiver to read to the child. Small | Large

BIKE AND SKATING SAFETY
May 1998
Bike helmets save lives and save a child's future. This program demonstrates the correct way to fit a bike helmet for your child. A local police officer reviews the laws related to biking and in-line skates.Small

RAPE AND SEXUAL ASSAULT
July 1998
This program brings you information from Rape Crisis of the Southern Tier, an important service available in our area dealing with the issue of rape and sexual assault. You will learn who is available to assist you and what you can do to protect yourself. Small | Large

FOOD AND WATER SAFETY
August 1998
Learn how you can help protect your family from food and waterborne illnesses. Information on water testing, proper cooking and food handling techniques are presented. You will also learn what you can do at home to treat a mild episode of foodborne illness. Small

HOME SAFE HOME
September 1998
Home safety and fire prevention is the topic of this program. There are many suggestions on how you can make your home safer. Did you know that you could help prevent falls by staying physically fit? Watch and follow suggestions in this program. Small

CHILDREN AND ALCOHOL DON'T MIX
October 1998
Alcohol use leads to serious consequences for children, both in the mother's womb and when children use alcohol themselves. Fetal alcohol syndrome and fetal alcohol are preventable conditions that affect children of women who drink when they are pregnant. Small

ISSUES AT END OF LIFE
November 1998
This program explores end of life issues and Hospice care in our community. Learn how you and your loved ones can plan ahead. Also become aware of the support services in our area. Small

HOME HEALTH CARE
December 1998
Home health care services may be just what the doctor ordered! Receiving health care in ones own home may prevent a costly hospitalization or assist with rehabilitation. Learn about many of the home care services available in our community. Small

TEEN PREGANCY PREVENTION
January 1999
Unwanted pregnancy at any age can be problematic, but especially so for teens. Listen to the information that local service providers can share with you about preventing teen pregnancy. Small | Large

DIABETES AND HEART DISEASE
February 1999
The diagnosis of diabetes contributes greatly to the risk of developing heart disease. This program will explain how proper control of diabetes and adopting a heart healthy life-style will reduce your risk of heart disease. Small

RESPIRATORY REHABILITATION
March 1999
Respiratory disease takes a serious toll on the quality of life for many individuals in our area. Respiratory rehabilitation programs may offer hope for improving breathing function and increasing the ability function. Learn about the efforts to improve respiratory health in our area. Small | Large

OSTEOPOROSIS TREATMENT AND PREVENTION
April 1999
Osteoporosis is a serious disease that is treatable in most individuals. It is diagnosed through the use of a bone density test that is demonstrated for you. Find out about treatment options and about prevention of the disease. Small

MEN, YOUR HEALTH IS IMPORTANT
June 1999
This program explores three important health issues for men. You will learn about detection and treatment of substance abuse, prostate cancer, and inguinal hernia from local service providers. Small

EYE HEALTH
July 1999
Learn about common eye problems including prevention of eye injury, simple first aid measures, and new treatments for diseases of the eye. Hear what corrective eye surgeries can do for you, and learn what is on the horizon for correcting vision. Small

LIFE SKILLS
August 1999
This tape provides lessons on how households with children can have more effective management of daily life, and provides solutions to some of the common concerns of parents. Also, how to talk with your youth about the tough issue of suspected drug use, and what you can do as a parent in that situation. Helpful guidance on talking with your child about the sensitive issue of sexuality.

HEARING HEALTH
September 1999
Early detection and treatment of hearing problems can improve quality of life from infancy to elderly. This tape demonstrates hearing testing in very young children and adults. There are many NO COST interventions to improved communications when dealing with a hearing loss and this program tells you about some of them.

DENTAL CARE
December 1999
Through the use of a "Peanuts" cartoon, you and your child will learn the proper techniques for brushing and flossing. The importance of good oral health cannot be over-emphasized. Health problems ranging from mild to severe have been related to poor oral health. The dental services that are available in Chemung County, through the Chemung County Health Department, allow every resident in Chemung County to have affordable access to dental care. This Chemung Valley Health Watch will explain. Small | Large

WIC AND ROAR
January 2000
"The Women, Infant and Children's Supplemental Nutrition Program, commonly known as WIC, and Reach out and Read of the Southern Tier (RoaR) conducted a joint project on early literacy and readiness to read. Learn about each of these programs in Chemung County and how they worked together. The community has generously supported RoaR with books; now learn how to volunteer time to RoaR. Small | Large

I'M HAVING A BABY -- IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR PREGNANT WOMEN ABOUT HIV AND AIDS
This video uses dramatization to inform pregnant women of the importance of being tested for HIV, and of steps they can take to reduce the risk of HIV infection for themselves and their babies. The video also points out that, if a women is infected with HIV, she can reduce the risk that her baby will become infected, by choosing to take AZT during pregnancy.

YOU, YOUR BABY AND HEPATITIS B -- WHAT EVERY WOMEN NEEDS TO KNOW ABOUT HEPATITIS B
In New York State, every pregnant woman must have a blood test to determine if she is carrying the hepatitis B virus. This video is about May, a young woman who learns that she is carrying the virus. Her doctor explains to her the steps that need to be taken to protect May, her family, and her baby.

TELLING PEOPLE WHO NEED TO KNOW -- THE PARTNER NOTIFICATION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM FOR PERSONS WITH HIV
If you're HIV positive, telling your partners can save lives. But telling other people can be hard to do. The New York State Health Department's Partner Notification Assistance Program can help. A professional counselor can either talk to your partners, or help you figure out how to to tell them yourself. The program is completely confidential. This video shows how partner notification can help you.

BEFORE IT'S TOO LATE VACCINATE
This 15-minute video for parents explains the urgency of making sure children are vaccinated. Produced in collaboration with the National Institute of Child Health and Human Development and CDC.