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  Annual Report - Nutrition Dept. pg. 34
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Bilingual Programs 

As a state Wisconsin is becoming more diverse as we are locally in the County of La Crosse.  As our county population changes, we must assure that our nutrition services are accessible to all—To assure Hmong county residents have the same access to WIC services as well as other nutrition programs we have trained bilingual WIC certifiers  and breastfeeding educators on staff as well as a Hmong Registered Dietitian.   

Through grants we have produced 2 nutrition videos for the Hmong living in La Crosse.  Eat Health, Be Active for a Healthy Life provides practical information about how healthy eating and an active lifestyle can help to prevent chronic disease.  Folic Acid for Healthy Babies provides information to women of child bearing age as to how they can either consume folic acid rich foods or take a folic acid supplement to assure they consume adequate amounts of this important nutrient each day to prevent birth defects.  For information on ordering either of these videos contact Maomoua Vue, RD at vue.maomoua@co.la-crosse.wi.us or 785-9865. 

In addition to the videos we have produced, we have also developed a 5 week wellness series for Hmong adults focusing on healthy eating and physical activity to prevent chronic disease and maintain a healthy weight.   This program is offered annually to the Hmong community & to organizations serving Hmong adults.
 

Updated: 07/28/2008

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