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Cooperative Extension advances reach in Southern region

Thu, Sep 28, 2023

OSU Extension and Langston University Extension are part of a national network designed to address emerging issues affecting communities.

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OSU Extension awarded funding to add Native American educator roles

Tue, Jan 10, 2023

Two grants from the Native American Agriculture Fund will support programming focused on community development, cultural preservation, nutrition and more.

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Get healthy and save money with meal planning

Thu, Nov 03, 2022

Families looking to put healthy meals on the table and save money on the grocery budget should consider meal planning.

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OSU Extension helping children have a flavorful fall break

Mon, Oct 10, 2022

The OSU Extension's Flavorful Fall Break resource provides healthy and easy-to-make snack recipes for Oklahoma students who will be home soon on fall break.

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Kids in the kitchen improves eating habits

Wed, Jun 22, 2022

Getting kids in the kitchen to help prepare healthy snacks and simple meals develops skills they will need to make good food choices throughout their lives.

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Heart health highlighted in AHA updates

Thu, Feb 17, 2022

The American Heart Association has updated its dietary guidelines.

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Basic home updates help loved ones age in place

Tue, Jan 11, 2022

Basic home updates to make it easier to age in place.

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Medical sharps collection program underway

Wed, Jan 05, 2022

A pilot program for collecting used medical sharps is underway in various locations across Oklahoma.

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Chair exercises are beneficial for older adults

Wed, Dec 22, 2021

Gina Peek, an Oklahoma State University Extension specialist, discusses how older adults can stay active with effective chair exercises.

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Feeling low? Overcome the winter blues with self-care

Thu, Dec 16, 2021

Rachel Morse, an Oklahoma State University Extension mental health specialist, discusses ways to recognize and address seasonal affective disorder.

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High Obesity Program makes the healthy choice the easy choice

Tue, Dec 07, 2021

The High Obesity Program in Adair and Muskogee counties works closely with OSU Extension and other community partners to improve access to healthy food and safe places for physical activity.

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Talking to kids about vaccines involves a lot of listening

Fri, Nov 05, 2021

The FDA has approved a COVID-19 vaccine for children ages 5 to 11. OSU specialists explain how best to talk to children about the vaccine.

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