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September 15, 2023 - Filed Under: Health and Wellness, Mental Health First Aid

STARKVILLE, Miss. – A Mississippi State University Extension instructor has been selected to a national Extension Foundation committee focused on improving mental health.

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A diet rich in nutrients, fiber, and healthy fats is key to keeping cholesterol in check, which helps keep your heart healthy.
September 12, 2023 - Filed Under: Food, Nutrition and Wellness

Did you know people of all ages can have high cholesterol? High cholesterol can cause heart disease, which can lead to heart attack and stroke. So, it’s important to know your cholesterol levels.

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Encourage adolescents to choose water, milk, and 100 percent juice as their go-to beverages.
August 8, 2023 - Filed Under: Food, Nutrition and Wellness

Energy drinks are popular among many age groups, including adolescents. However, energy drinks can be especially unsafe for adolescents. Get the facts about energy drink consumption among adolescents.

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Have some fun in the kitchen this summer making cool, creamy, and nutritious Strawberry Popsicles with your kids.
July 11, 2023 - Filed Under: Food, Nutrition and Wellness

With more time at home, summertime is a great time to teach kids new recipes to help them step up their cooking game. Take advantage of this summer season and have some fun in the kitchen with your kids.

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June is National Men’s Health Month! The observation encourages men to care for their bodies by exercising, eating right, and taking steps to prevent disease.
June 13, 2023 - Filed Under: Food and Health, Health, Nutrition and Wellness

June is National Men’s Health Month! Men’s Health Month is about encouraging men to care for their bodies by exercising, eating right, and taking steps to prevent disease. 

Success Stories

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Health and Wellness, Community, Rural Development, Food and Health, AIM for CHangE, Rural Health
Volume 9 Number 2

Imagine what Mississippi might look like if everyone had access to healthy foods. The state could set an example for other rural states in using existing resources, collaborating with officials and stakeholders, and creating solutions that have measurable impacts for individuals and families.

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Health and Wellness, Leadership, Community, Food and Health, Health, AIM for CHangE, Nutrition and Wellness, Rural Health
Volume 9 Number 2

Rev. Dr. Manney Murphy has known for years that serving his community is his calling. Even after years of making a difference in Warren County, Murphy recently felt led to return to his father’s hometown of Yazoo City. Now, he’s working to change how Mississippians of all ages in the Delta are accessing and receiving healthcare.

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Disaster Response, Health, Mental Health First Aid, Rural Health
Volume 9 Number 1

When Kathryn Reed saw that young people in her community needed more opportunities to participate in activities to help them grow spiritually and personally, she took action.

“We have a lot of activities for adults in our community, but there was nothing for our pre-teens and teenagers,” explains Kathryn. “We are losing them when they get to that age.”

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Community, Rural Development, Food and Health, Health, AIM for CHangE, Lawn and Garden, Flower Gardens, Youth Gardening
Volume 8 Number 3

When teachers and administrators at Leland School Park began taking steps to install a school garden in 2019, they had no idea they would get a first-of-its-kind outdoor classroom.

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Health and Wellness, Food and Health, Health, Nutrition and Wellness
Volume 8 Number 3

Kendra McGregory, a Houston, Mississippi, fourth grader, attended the program for the first time in 2021.

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