Many people have heard of the HPV vaccine or have been vaccinated, but may not know what it does and why it is important. Parents and adults can make...
Learn how to protect public health with non-restaurant food safety training
URBANA, Ill. — University of Illinois Extension is now offering an accessible, self-paced online course designed specifically for food handlers working in non-restaurant settings across Illinois. The Illinois Food Handler Training course equips...
Discover tools to help caregivers manage aging-related demands
URBANA, Ill. — Caregivers in long-term care settings face growing challenges as they support aging populations with complex physical, emotional, and cognitive needs. From managing dementia-related behaviors to addressing social isolation and limited resources, the challenges can be...
Middle school students learn healthy habits from local 4-H and health department
MURPHYSBORO, Ill. — On Wednesday, July 9, middle school students gathered at the Murphysboro Youth and Recreation Center for the Summer Health Rocks Bash, an interactive event focused on substance abuse prevention and mental wellness....
Stay Connected, Stay Healthy: Join Us for “Honey and Health”
FREEPORT, ILL. Strong social connections are vital to healthy aging. One way to connect and build meaningful relationships is by participating in group activities that bring people together through shared interests, experiences, and goals. Group activities benefit everyone, especially older...