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Food Preservation 2022

Event date: July 6, 2022 - July 20, 2022

Plattsburg, MO

Whether you are new to home food preservation, or you just need a refresher on something you’ve been doing for years, these food preservation workshops can help you preserve food safely and efficiently. This workshop will focus on boiling ...

Boost your Brain and Memory - Lamar

Event date: July 11, 2022 - July 20, 2022

Lamar, MO

Our aim is to help participants implement new habits to maintain cognitive health while also practicing new skills for better memory performance.Participants can register online or by calling the Barton County Extension Office at 417- 682-3579. ...

Living a Healthy Life - Columbia

Event date: July 11, 2022 - Aug. 15, 2022

Columbia, MO

The Chronic Disease Self-Management Program (CDSMP) is a six week, highly interactive group program to help people gain self-confidence in their ability to control their symptoms and learn how their health problems affect their lives. Topics include ...

Taking Care of You - Online

Event date: July 18, 2022 - Aug. 10, 2022

This program is presented by Kyleigh Brown, Human Development and Family Science Field Specialist and Denise Sullivan, Nutrition and Health Education Field Specialist.“Taking Care of You” is a multi-session program offering practical strategies ...

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Heat-related information from MU Extension

Published: Friday, June 17, 2022

With dangerously high temperatures in much of Missouri, here are some relevant news releases and publications from University of Missouri Extension.MU Extension news releasesHot tips for keeping cool, ...

Hot tips for keeping cool

Published: Thursday, June 16, 2022

COLUMBIA, Mo. – It’s not cool to be hot, says University of Missouri Extension health and safety specialist Karen Funkenbusch. Water, rest and shade help workers beat the heat.During heat waves, farmers and ranchers face increased risk of ...

Guard against emerging tick-borne disease in Missouri

Published: Wednesday, April 13, 2022

KANSAS CITY, Mo. – As temperatures rise, humans and animals become meal tickets for ticks.Heartland disease, an emerging infectious disease first found in northwestern Missouri in 2009, is another reason to take precautions against ticks, says ...

CDC recognizes partnership with Cooperative Extension System

Published: Thursday, Feb. 3, 2022

KANSAS CITY, Mo. – The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has expressed gratitude to the nation’s Cooperative Extension System, including University of Missouri Extension, for addressing vaccine hesitancy by educating and raising ...

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Fun With Food and Fitness — Newsletter for First Grade Curriculum Lesson 7: Food Groups

Publication date: June 3, 2022

$11.15

This newsletter corresponds with Lesson 7 of the Show Me Nutrition First Grade curriculum. Using the USDA’s MyPlate, families are encouraged to choose a variety of foods when planning a meal or snack. This newsletter includes a list of foods broken ...

Fun With Food and Fitness — Newsletter for First Grade Curriculum Lesson 6: Protein

Publication date: June 3, 2022

$11.15

This newsletter corresponds with Lesson 6 of the Show Me Nutrition First Grade curriculum. In this publication, children are encouraged to try a variety of protein foods. Food safety, and cost-effective protein choices are also addressed, and an ...

Fun With Food and Fitness — Newsletter for First Grade Curriculum Lesson 5: Dairy

Publication date: June 3, 2022

$11.15

This newsletter corresponds with Lesson 5 of the Show Me Nutrition First Grade curriculum. This publication explains the fat and sugar content in various types of regular and flavored milk, and how to make healthy choices. It also covers basic food ...

Fun With Food and Fitness — Newsletter for First Grade Curriculum Lesson 4: Fruits

Publication date: June 3, 2022

$11.15

This newsletter corresponds with Lesson 4 of the Show Me Nutrition First Grade curriculum. Fruits are packed with vitamins and minerals. This newsletter offers tips and suggestions on encouraging children to snack on and choose healthy fruits, as ...

Fun With Food and Fitness — Newsletter for First Grade Curriculum Lesson 3: Vegetables

Publication date: June 3, 2022

$11.15

This newsletter corresponds with Lesson 3 of the Show Me Nutrition First Grade curriculum. Ideas and recipes found in this newsletter encourage children to try and enjoy a variety of vegetables.Publications numbers for first grade newsletters are: ...

Fun With Food and Fitness — Newsletter for First Grade Curriculum Lesson 2: Whole Grains

Publication date: June 3, 2022

$11.15

This newsletter corresponds with Lesson 2 of the Show Me Nutrition First Grade curriculum. Learn the importance of making at least half your grains, whole grains and encourage children to choose a variety of whole-wheat and whole-grain foods. This ...

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Missouri Council for Activity and Nutrition

MOCAN fosters and supports healthy eating and active living through policy and environmental changes to measurably improve the health and quality of life of Missouri residents.

Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics

Provides consumers with a broad range of nutrition information, including tips, videos, articles and recipes.

CDC Men's Health Statistics

U.S. men's health data.

COVID Coach — App to help you cope

This free, easy-to-use mobile application — created for everyone including veterans and servicemembers — supports you with information to stay balanced, connected, safe and healthy during the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.

Disaster Distress Helpline via the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration

SAMHSA’s Disaster Distress Helpline provides 24/7, 365-day-a-year crisis counseling and support to people experiencing emotional distress related to natural or human-caused disasters.

Disaster: Helping Children Cope

A catastrophe such as an earthquake, hurricane, tornado, fire, flood, or violent acts is frightening to children and adults alike. Talking about the event with children can decrease their fear.

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Featured programs

A Matter of Balance

Helps older adults reduce their fear of falling.

Family Nutrition Education Program

Providing nutrition education that promotes lifelong health and fitness for individuals and families.

Health Information for Men

Information to help men improve their health through lessons covering the latest findings on health-related topics.

Healthy Concessions

Statewide efforts aimed at promoting healthier eating options in Missouri’s parks and schools.

Healthy Homes

Helps participants ask important questions to learn if their homes have hidden health dangers from indoor pollutants.

Heroes to Hives

Seeks to address financial and personal wellness of veterans through professional beekeeping training.

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