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Programs
A Matter of Balance
A Matter of Balance helps adults 60 years old and up realize that falls — and the fear of falling — are controllable. The program provides information on ways to change your environment to limit risk factors that contribute to falling, and will help you find strength and balance exercises to reduce your chances of falling.
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Health Information for Men
Life expectancy for American men has been falling in recent years, widening an existing gap in the expected lifespans of men and women. The Health Information for Men (HIM) program aims to help change that by providing information on the latest findings on health-related topics.
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Living a Healthy Life with Chronic Conditions
Variety of classes for individuals with chronic conditions and for caregivers to learn how to face challenges and manage a healthy life.
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Missouri Council for Activity and Nutrition (MOCAN)
MOCAN is a partner-driven council of professionals across the state collaborating to implement and support policy changes that will improve the health and quality of life of Missourians.
Events
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May 29, 2025 - July 24, 2025
Stay Strong, Stay Healthy - Level 1 (Virtual)
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June 3, 2025 - July 29, 2025
Stay Strong, Stay Healthy - Level 1
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June 3, 2025 - July 24, 2025
Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention
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June 3, 2025 - July 31, 2025
Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention
Online courses
News
Resources
Meet the experts
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Kelsey Weitzel
Associate Extension Professor
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Stephen Ball
Professor, State Fitness Specialist
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Janelle Azmy
Field Specialist in Community Health in the Urban East region
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Emily Barbee
Field Specialist in Nutrition and Health
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Sarah Barks
Field Specialist in Community Health in the Southeast and East Central regions
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Rachel Brown
Field Specialist in Community Health in the Northwest region
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Katie Buchs Pemberton
Field Specialist in Human Development
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Sawiyyah Chanay
Community Health Outreach Specialist and Education Director
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Melissa Cotton
Field Specialist in Nutrition and Health
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Sarah Davis
Adjunct Assistant Extension Professor - Public Health
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Katherine Deeken
Field Specialist in Nutrition and Health
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Jamie Eggerman
Field Specialist in Nutrition and Health
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Jennifer Eldridge Houser
Field Specialist in Community Health in the Northeast region
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Tracy Graybill
Field Specialist in Community Health in the Urban West region
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Allene Gremaud
Program Coordinator
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Allison Gunter
Extension Engagement Specialist
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Tyler Hall
Field Specialist in Nutrition and Health
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Liz Harrison
Field Specialist in Nutrition and Health Education
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Michelle McDowell
Senior Coordinator
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Elizabeth McGinley
Field Specialist in Nutrition and Health
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Jim Meyer
Extension Engagement Specialist
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Susan Norship-Haney
Field Specialist in Community Health in the Southeast region
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Emily Poncher
Field Specialist in Community Health in the East Central region
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Bethany Rippy
Youth Health and Well-Being Educator
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Jeremiah Terrell
Field Specialist in Human Development
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Janice Weddle
Extension Engagement Specialist
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Sarah Wood
Assistant Extension Professor
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Bai Xiong
Field Specialist in Community Health in the Southwest region
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Shelby Yake
Field Specialist in Community Health in the Southwest region