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Read article: Arthritis and Physical Activity: Moving Toward Relief
Arthritis and Physical Activity: Moving Toward Relief
Arthritis and Physical Activity: Moving Toward ReliefArthritis is a condition that causes inflammation in one or more joints, often leading to...
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Read article: Move for the Mind: Use physical activity to support mental health
Move for the Mind: Use physical activity to support mental health
May is Mental Health Awareness MonthYou probably know that physical activity is important for improving your physical health and preventing or...
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Read article: Tabata: A fun and effective workout style!
Tabata: A fun and effective workout style!
A tabata workout, while rhyming with ciabatta and sounding like...
ISPP Scholar Mary Ojoma
Read article: In her own words: ISPP Scholar Mary Ojoma
In her own words: ISPP Scholar Mary Ojoma
As an ISPP Scholar, Mary Ojoma is appointed to the Illinois Legislative Black Caucus / Black Caucus Foundation. Her work is focused on enhancing the...

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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...
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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...

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