Integrated Health Disparities | Illinois Extension

Events

Feeding with Care: A Food Pantry Training

April 24, 2025

County

Champaign

Ford

Iroquois

Vermilion

Feeding with Care: A Food Pantry Virtual Training Series

May 1, 2025 - May 22, 2025

County

Champaign

Ford

Iroquois

Vermilion

Blog Posts

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A Game-Changer for Women’s Health: Discovering the benefits of strength training for aging women

April 17, 2025

Strength training boasts an impressive list of health benefits, yet the group that stands to benefit the most – older women – is participating in...

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Keeping your kidneys healthy

March 28, 2025

National Kidney Month is in March! Let’s learn about kidney health, chronic kidney disease (CKD), and steps we can take to take care of our...

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Strength at any age: The crucial role of strength training for adults

January 31, 2025

Strength training boasts an impressive list of health benefits, especially as you age, but most U.S. adults, and even fewer older adults, don’t meet...

An older couple walking outside on a snowy sidewalk. One of them is using a walking cane.

Conquer the cold: Improve your health by staying active this winter

December 11, 2024

December is here and it has brought shorter days and colder temperatures. Have you noticed any changes to your exercise routine or the amount of time...

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News Releases

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June 11, 2024

Extension leverages neuromarketing to boost awareness of HPV vaccine in Hispanic communities
URBANA, Ill. — Vaccines are a crucial line of defense in our fight against infectious diseases, acting as a protective barrier for communities. Yet, even with their demonstrated success, false information and doubts have created an unsettling resistance among some individuals. This hesitancy,...

June 10, 2024

Learn how to help others during an emergency with Mental Health First Aid training
URBANA, Ill. — One in five Americans has a mental illness, and depression and anxiety increased following the pandemic. Still, many are reluctant to seek help due to stigma or don't know where to turn for care. Unlike physical conditions, symptoms of mental health and substance use problems can...

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May 24, 2024

Abriendo Caminos ‘Opening Pathways’: Pioneering Extension initiative receives nationwide recognition
URBANA, Ill. — In Illinois, a committed group of researchers and educators confronted a sobering truth: Latino children were experiencing notable health inequalities, especially evident in the high rates of childhood obesity. This concerning pattern not only jeopardized their current health but...

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January 9, 2024

Skin-deep resilience: Hidden physical health costs for minority youth overcoming adversity
URBANA, Ill. — When youth thrive despite difficult circumstances, they are usually lauded for their accomplishments. However, overcoming adversity may have a hidden physiological cost, especially for minority youth. A ...

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Integrated Health Disparities

The Integrated Health Disparities program leads the integration of health-related content into Extension programs, including interdisciplinary team efforts and implementation of research-based curricula.

We focus on developing resources and public engagement efforts for health promotion...