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Becoming Health Literate

WebHealth decisions are an important aspect of a person’s everyday life, making it ever so important to be health literate. The Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act …

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Get Active for Your Heart Health

WebPhysical activity is one of the most beneficial things you can do to improve your heart health. Regular physical activity can reduce the risk of heart disease. Adults …

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Improving Diet and Physical Activity Can Lower Some Cancer Risks

WebThe World Cancer Research Fund estimates that 30 to 40 percent of all cancers can be prevented by appropriate diets, physical activity, and maintenance of …

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Harvest for Health

WebLed by the University of Alabama Birmingham’s, Comprehensive Cancer Center and Alabama Extension’s Homes Grounds Team, Harvest for Health used a backyard …

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Health Rocks!®

WebUrban 4-H Health Rocks!® is a program designed to reduce tobacco, alcohol, and drug use among youth ages 8 to 14. Health Rocks!® is a national 4-H curriculum …

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Health Disparities and COVID-19

WebAdditionally, over the past two years, health disparities played a key role in the transmission of COVID-19 among older adults and people with underlying health …

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Combating Childhood Obesity

WebEat a variety of fruits and vegetables, such as dark green leafy vegetables and red, yellow, and orange fruits and vegetables. Choose whole grain breads, rice, and …

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About Live Well Alabama

WebSNAP-Ed Program Coordinator. Alabama Cooperative Extension System – Auburn University. 205 Duncan Hall, Auburn University, AL 36849. (334) 734-3149. …

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ALProHealth Guidebook

WebThe ALProHealth guidebook’s purpose is to assist you and your community coalitions in your efforts to plan for and implement policy, system, and environmental …

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Physical Activity Works Wonder for Mental Health

WebMay is not just another month—it is Mental Health Awareness Month. This annual observance is a crucial time to spotlight mental health issues, combat stigma, …

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Type 2 Diabetes Complications

WebHeart (high blood pressure and heart attack) Kidney complications (nephropathy and loss of kidney function) Nervous system neuropathy (loss of sensitivity …

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Health Concerns About Mold

WebMold in the air is associated with health problems. For many people, these are minor and include congestion; irritation of the eyes, nose, and throat; and coughing. …

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Discover Alabama Extension

WebThe influence of Alabama Extension can be seen throughout the state, from small towns to big cities. The people our educators reach hold a unique role in telling Extension’s story. …

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Breast Cancer: Empowering Through Awareness

WebCancer does not discriminate based on social status, race, or age. It affects people from all walks of life. According to the Mayo Clinic, however, after skin cancer, …

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Is Your Drinking Water Safe

WebSafe drinking water is a major issue for many people. In fact, a 2022 Gallup poll revealed that 57 percent of Americans worry more about safe drinking water than …

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Managing Stress: Guide for Understanding Stressful Situations

WebRecognize how your body responds to stress—irritability or anger, trouble sleeping, feelings of sadness that will not go away, headaches. Practice deep-breathing …

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Where to Get Your Well Water Tested

WebRussell County Health Department. 1850 Crawford Road, Phenix City, Alabama 36867. (334) 297-0251. ADPH. Phenix City Water Works Laboratory. 1100 …

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Celebrate National Walking Month

WebWalking is an exercise you can do anytime, but especially during National Walking Month. May is National Walking Month and one way to celebrate is to participate …

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Phosphorus Basics: Deficiency Symptoms, Sufficiency Ranges, and …

WebPhosphorus in plants is key in capturing, storing, and converting the sun’s energy into biomolecules, such as adenosine triphosphate (ATP), that drive biochemical …

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