LONGVIEW, Washington – National Public Health Week is April 7th – 13th. To celebrate, Cowlitz County Health & Human Services (CCHHS) hosted a PSA contest for local students to raise awareness about a public health issue. This year’s winning entry, "POV – You’ve Been Catfished," was created by Castle Rock High School students Ellie Foster (team lead), Brady Hamer, Carlee Catlin, Shyleena Watkins, and Bailey Sibbett, with guidance from their teacher, Alyssa Hudson.
Their PSA highlights the dangers of online scams and fake identities, telling the story of someone who realizes too late that they’ve been deceived. The video serves as an important reminder to stay cautious and recognize red flags in online interactions. The winning PSA will be published on the during National Public Health Week and for 60 days after the contest. The winning PSA will be published on the CCHHS CCHHS Facebook page, Instagram, and website on April 7, during National Public Health Week, and will remain available for 60 days after the contest.
To contact Health & Human Services, please call 360-414-5599.
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Contact:
Kristin Young
Communications Manager
(360) 414-5599, ext. 6451
Young.Kristin@CowlitzWa.gov