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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.

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.

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.

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.

A Taste of Missouri — May — Tomato

A Taste of Missouri — April — Carrots

A Taste of Missouri — March — Cucumbers

A Taste of Missouri — February — Brussels Sprouts

June 3, 2025 - July 29, 2025

Stay Strong, Stay Healthy - Level 1

June 3, 2025 - July 31, 2025

Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention

June 4, 2025 - July 30, 2025

Stay Strong, Stay Healthy - Level 1

June 9, 2025 - August 11, 2025

Stay Strong, Stay Healthy - Level 2

Online

Mobile Health Unit Community Education

Online

Recovery Friendly Workplace Designation

Beat the heat

June 27, 2025

Self-care for the caregiver

June 26, 2025

May is Mental Health Awareness Month

May 2, 2025

10 workplace mental health tips

May 1, 2025

Office of HOPE

The Office of HOPE is a consortium between MU Extension, School of Medicine, Sinclair School of Nursing, and College of Health Sciences focused on improving healthcare outcomes in rural communities across the State of Missouri.

Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics

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

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Men's Health Statistics

U.S. men's health data.

Gratefulness

Education and support for living a grateful life.

Kelsey Weitzel

Associate Extension Professor

Stephen Ball

Professor, State Fitness Specialist

Janelle Azmy

Field Specialist in Community Health in the Urban East region

Emily Barbee

Field Specialist in Nutrition and Health

Sarah Barks

Field Specialist in Community Health in the Southeast and East Central regions

Rachel Brown

Field Specialist in Community Health in the Northwest region

Katie Buchs Pemberton

Field Specialist in Human Development

Sawiyyah Chanay

Community Health Outreach Specialist and Education Director

Melissa Cotton

Field Specialist in Nutrition and Health

Sarah Davis

Adjunct Assistant Extension Professor - Public Health

Katherine Deeken

Field Specialist in Nutrition and Health

Jamie Eggerman

Field Specialist in Nutrition and Health

Jennifer Eldridge Houser

Field Specialist in Community Health in the Northeast region

Tracy Graybill

Field Specialist in Community Health in the Urban West region

Allene Gremaud

Program Coordinator

Allison Gunter

Extension Engagement Specialist

Tyler Hall

Field Specialist in Nutrition and Health

Liz Harrison

Field Specialist in Nutrition and Health Education

Michelle McDowell

Senior Coordinator

Elizabeth McGinley

Field Specialist in Nutrition and Health

Jim Meyer

Extension Engagement Specialist

Susan Norship-Haney

Field Specialist in Community Health in the Southeast region

Emily Poncher

Field Specialist in Community Health in the East Central region

Bethany Rippy

Youth Health and Well-Being Educator

Jeremiah Terrell

Field Specialist in Human Development

Janice Weddle

Extension Engagement Specialist

Sarah Wood

Assistant Extension Professor

Bai Xiong

Field Specialist in Community Health in the Southwest region

Shelby Yake

Field Specialist in Community Health in the Southwest region