An approaching hurricane can be a stressful event for children. Storm tracks are in the media 24/7, and most kids are keenly aware of how the adults around them are responding to the forecast. Involving your children in the preparation process ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Disaster Preparation, Relationships & Family, UF/IFAS Extension
May marks Skin Cancer Awareness Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about the most common and one of the most preventable types of cancer in the United States. With summer around the corner, it's the perfect time to learn how to protect ... READ MORE
Category: Health & Nutrition, Recreation, Relationships & Family, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension
Hurricane season is from June 1 to November 30, but storms can happen any time the weather conditions are right. Anticipating the arrival of a hurricane or any severe storm strikes fear and anxiety in the people in its path for a good reason. ... READ MORE
Category: Disaster Preparation, Home Management, Money Matters, Relationships & Family, UF/IFAS Extension, Work & Life
Creado por Megan Winslow, especialista en relaciones públicas de UF/IFAS. Tanto la Organización Mundial de la Salud como la Academia Estadounidense de Pediatría recomiendan alimentar exclusivamente con leche materna a los bebés durante ... READ MORE
Category: Health & Nutrition, Relationships & Family, UF/IFAS
Both the World Health Organization and the American Academy of Pediatrics recommend that infants exclusively breastfeed during their first six months of life, but only 24.9% in the United States do, according to Centers for Disease Control and ... READ MORE
Category: Health & Nutrition, Relationships & Family
Mental health is a topic we all need to think about. It is just as important as our physical health. Mental health is the component of behavioral health that includes our emotional, psychological, and social well-being and enables individuals ... READ MORE
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The purpose of this Community Needs Assessment. A community needs assessment is a vital process that helps identify a community's strengths, challenges, and unmet needs. We are gathering input from residents, organizations, and stakeholders, ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Agribusiness, Agriculture, Camp, Clubs & Volunteers, Coasts & Marine, Community Volunteers, Conservation, Crops, Curriculum, Disaster Preparation, Events, Farm Management, Food Safety, Fruits & Vegetables, Health & Nutrition, Home Management, Horticulture, Invasive Species, Livestock, Money Matters, Natural Resources, Pests & Disease, Professional Development, Recreation, Relationships & Family, SFYL Hot Topic, Turf, UF/IFAS Extension, Water, Wildlife, Work & Life
Everyone feels stress; it’s a normal part of life. Sometimes, stress can even help us focus, like when meeting a deadline. But stress and anxiety are often confused. Are they the same? No, they’re different. Understanding the difference ... READ MORE
Category: Health & Nutrition, Relationships & Family, UF/IFAS Extension
As the days grow longer and the temperatures rise, spring provides the perfect opportunity to shake off the winter blues and get active with your family. Engaging in regular physical activity together not only promotes better health but also ... READ MORE
Category: Health & Nutrition, Relationships & Family, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension, , Work & Life
Aging gracefully starts with good nutrition! As we grow older, our bodies undergo changes that require different dietary needs. Eating well can help maintain energy levels, boost immunity, and support overall well-being. In this blog, we’ll ... READ MORE
Category: Food Safety, Fruits & Vegetables, Health & Nutrition, Relationships & Family, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension, Work & Life