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Join us at RHAU’s Rural and Job-Related Suicide Prevention Webinar on Wednesday, June 24, 2026 • 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM! FREE • 1 CEU credit provided

Register here: https://t.co/klkVycZTzY
Check out more IBIS report information, here: https://t.co/8wgozSQXf4

#SuicidePrevention

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From high-potency vapes to hidden emoji codes, today's cannabis landscape poses real risks for youth. 🔍 Explore brain impacts, risk stats, and practical tips to stay involved. Open conversations are one of the strongest ways to keep teens safe. Visit: https://t.co/r5SGSwktTk

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We want to introduce and welcome Morgan to our USU Extension HEART team! Morgan is our new Carbon and Emery County Health & Wellness Intern. Keep an eye on our social media to see upcoming events and activities supported by our team! Learn more: https://t.co/WbZHIgKufq

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Did you know tobacco kills more than 8 million people worldwide every year?
🚭 Today is a powerful reminder to say “no” to tobacco.
Learn more and find resources at: https://t.co/2me1JX4rot
It is never too late to quit, start today: https://t.co/QibzeZqukT

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☀️🏃‍♀️ Summer just got a whole lot more active in Utah!

USU Extension invites kids, families, and all ages & abilities to join the **MARATHON KIDS Summer Movement Challenge** a FREE physical activity program running **June 8 – August 8**.

#MarathonKids #USUExtension

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Reading isn't just a hobby – it's a powerful way to care for your mind. Immersing yourself in a story can shift your focus away from stressors, leading to a calmer and improved mood. 📖✨
Let yourself get lost in another world this Mental Health Awareness Month. 💚

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Did you know that giving back can boost your mental well-being? Volunteering is more than just a kind gesture – it’s a powerful tool for resilience. 🤝✨ Find a way to make a difference in your community this Mental Health Awareness Month.💚
https://t.co/ctoU55z6JR

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We are excited to announce Kristalyn Hepworth as our new Emery County Prevention Coordinator for the Be Epic, Escape the Vape program!
Welcome to the HEART Initiative, Kristalyn!
Check out our upcoming events and learn more about Be Epic, here: https://t.co/FSEYVGcZoM

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This May, in honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, take time to connect with the people who lift you up. Positive connections can strengthen our resilience and bring comfort through every season.
Learn more about strengthening your mental health, here: https://t.co/ctoU55z6JR

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Did you know that picking up a hobby or learning something new is a form of self-care?
Learning a new skill can help you become more resilient and capable of coping with stress. It’s not just about the end result – it’s about the process
Learn more here:
https://t.co/ctoU55z6JR

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This Mental Health Awareness Month, remember, hydration matters. Drinking water helps regulate stress hormones, supports better sleep, and clears the mind. Take a sip, pause, and be kind to yourself today.
Learn more here:
https://t.co/ctoU55z6JR
#MentalHealthAwarenessMonth

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Simple practices like meditation can help reduce stress, calm the mind, and bring a fresh perspective.
You don’t have to do it perfectly — just start where you are.
Learn more here: https://t.co/ctoU55z6JR
#MentalHealthAwarenessMonth #SelfCare #Meditation #Mindfulness

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May is Mental Health Awareness Month!
Learn more about strengthening your mental health, here:
https://t.co/ctoU55z6JR
#MentalHealthAwarenessMonth #MentalHealthMatters #SelfCareTips #NatureHeals
#MoveYourBody #Journaling #BreathWork #SleepWell #MentalWellbeing USUExtension

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📣 Parents & Guardians!
Join us for an engaging 1-hour webinar designed just for you!
🗓 Thursday, April 30th
⏰ 7:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Subway meal voucher for those who attend the webinar 🥪
🔗 Register today:
https://t.co/gre3CvidEd

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Parenting disagreements? You’re not alone—and they don’t have to create distance. 💛
Watch this quick video to learn 5 proven ways to handle conflict, strengthen your relationship, and parent as a team. https://t.co/yUX4nCQlso

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💫 Every day is a chance to be EPIC! 🤩 National youth vaping rates in 2024 were at their lowest in a decade — let's keep the movement going! ✨

⭐️ Caregivers can be their teen’s most trusted source of truth.
⭐️Learn more🔗 https://t.co/0xsfqOgqel

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Get ready to liven up your spring break with FREE Hidden Gems Adventure guides! With over 35 at-home guides and more than 30 out-and-about guides, there’s sure to be something your family will enjoy.

Download now at https://t.co/6uoJ9h9EVu

Happy adventures!

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Be Epic, Escape the Vape is an Extension-led, grant-funded program working to prevent youth vaping in rural Southeast Utah.

Our goal? Empower youth, caregivers, and schools with tools, data, and community strength.
🔗 Learn more: https://t.co/s5fdlqJLFC

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Is this you? Please fill out this 5-10 minute survey if you will go through or have gone through
menopause to help us understand how to best help you. 18+ only. Scan the QR code to
complete the survey. https://t.co/OARnn3OmFj

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💸 Vaping isn’t just a health risk. People who regularly vape can spend over $1,000/year on e-cigarettes.

🌱 Talk about what freedom from substance use looks like with youth—physically and financially.

📊 Help youth visualize the EPIC benefits of staying vape-free.