The 2020 Atlantic hurricane season runs from June 1 to November 30. Are you prepared for this hurricane season? Last Water Wednesday, the Family Consumer Sciences Agents LuAnn Duncan in Sumter County and Lisa Hamilton in Volusia County… Read More
We are fortunate to have choices in most things, especially our food supply. These choices can become complicated if you are not aware of labeling implications and various marketing strategies. When it comes to beef products your choices… Read More
“Remember that everyone you meet is afraid of something, loves something, and has lost something” – H. Jackson Brown, Jr. We are all human. Each person across the globe is experiencing our current pandemic behind a different lens…. Read More
Depression is common in older adults. Late-life depression affects 6 million Americans aged 65 or older yet only 10% receive treatment. Even though older adults are at an increased risk for experiencing depression, it is not… Read More
It’s a Family Thing Communicate with children about money matters. From as early of an age as four or five years old, children can be taught they are part of a team and the family team has… Read More
Getting by in Uncertain Times: Communication Sets the Tone When we experience periods in our lives when there seem to be more questions than answers, it’s extremely important to keep the lines of communication open. The COVID-19 outbreak… Read More
Dan Cromer, Director of Information Technology at the University of Florida has seen more than his share of digital wrong-doing. Concerned about the individuals he serves, he recently sent a cautionary reminder to faculty and staff, yet it… Read More
Medical Appointments during the COVID-19 Outbreak Taking into consideration the COVID-19 outbreak, monitoring our health and well-being has taken on even more importance. In light of the pandemic, you may be wondering about your medical appointments. Which ones… Read More
Updated 03/16/20 As we continue to monitor COVID-19 in Florida, I wanted to take a moment to update our UF/IFAS Extension community about our current status, best practices and next steps. Please call your local UF/IFAS Extension office… Read More
Mini-Series for Adults with Type 2 Diabetes UF/IFAS Extension in Marion County is offering this course for adults with type 2 diabetes to help them better manage their diabetes. The mini-series will teach participants about diabetes and insulin… Read More
