As an ISPP Scholar, Mary Ojoma is appointed to the Illinois Legislative Black Caucus / Black Caucus Foundation. Her work is focused on enhancing the...
Spring Into Wellness with a Series of Community Walks in Champaign-Urbana
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. - Community members are invited to step into spring with a fresh perspective on health during an exciting new event series: Springtime Walks & Talks, hosted by University of Illinois Extension. This free series combines movement, education, and community connection...
Jenna Smith named 2025 winner of McLean County Public Health Award
Bloomington, IL – Jenna Smith, a Nutrition and Wellness Educator at the U of I Extension Office in Bloomington, has been named the winner of the 2025 McLean County Public Health Award. Smith was presented with the award on April 9th at an awards ceremony at McLean County Health...
Online weight loss program is effective way to reach rural populations, study shows
URBANA, Ill. — People living in rural areas are at greater risk for obesity than the general population, and they often have limited access to healthy, affordable food, physical activity facilities, public transportation, and healthcare institutions. Weight loss interventions are more successful...