Category: Work & Life

You Know 911, but Do You Know 511?

by Katherine Allen

July 5, 2022

We have been teaching youth about the ins and outs of buying a car. The adults who who been with us to help always mention how much they wish they had known some things to do before they bought their last car. 511 One of the things I learned ... READ MORE

Category: Disaster Preparation, Home Management, UF/IFAS Extension
Tags: #511, #Extension4All, #naturaldisaster, #SuwanneeFCS, FCS, Suwannee County Extension, Topic Tuesday, UF/IFAS Extension Suwannee County

No One Wants Leakage

by Katherine Allen

April 19, 2022

As I get older, I hate the thought of leakage…in my home. I know that if I can caulk and seal, it can improve my energy efficiency, thus reducing my utility bills for heating and cooling. I also know sealing up cracks and crevices in my ... READ MORE

Category: Home Management, UF/IFAS Extension,
Tags: Air Leaks, FCS, Home Maintenance, Topic Tuesday, UF/IFAS Extension Suwannee County

Managing Stress During the COVID-19 Pandemic

by KGriffin

April 18, 2022

Are you feeling a lot of stress these days? Just know that you are not alone! While people in the U.S. were reporting high levels of stress before the COVID-19 pandemic, it is clear that the pandemic has led to a tremendous amount of additional ... READ MORE

Category: Health & Nutrition

How to Recognize Stress

by KGriffin

April 11, 2022

There is more than enough stress to go around these days, and we all experience stress to a varying degree on a daily basis. In fact, stress has become so much a part of our lives that sometimes we don’t even realize how much stress we are ... READ MORE

Category: Health & Nutrition,

Sleep Health Impacted by COVID-19

by KGriffin

March 28, 2022

The continuation of the pandemic has impacted healthy sleep patterns for people across the globe. Research studies conducted to evaluate the impact of COVID-19 on quality sleep have found an increase in anxiety, sleep fragmentation, and insomnia. ... READ MORE

Category: Health & Nutrition

Benefits of Stretching and Flexibility Exercises

by KGriffin

March 21, 2022

The COVID-19 pandemic has led many of us to alter our usual routines. With such dramatic changes, including access and comfort with going to the gym or fitness centers, we are all more open to negative mental and physical health problems. ... READ MORE

Category: Health & Nutrition,

Desktop Dining

by Katherine Allen

March 15, 2022

Many Americans regularly eat lunch and snacks at their workplace. Some have designated lunchrooms, but many of us regularly eat at our desks. With food prices going up, this may become a more popular lunchtime activity. By following a few ... READ MORE

Category: Food Safety, Health & Nutrition, UF/IFAS Extension, Work & Life
Tags: Food Safety, Topic Tuesday, UF/IFAS Extension Suwannee County

Support Your Immune System with Vitamins and Minerals

by KGriffin

March 7, 2022

Don’t just take your vitamins, eat your vitamins! When deciding what to eat or drink, choose foods and beverages that are full of nutrients like vitamin A, vitamin C, vitamin D, and zinc. Vitamins and minerals are natural components of a ... READ MORE

Category: Health & Nutrition, Work & Life
Tags: Immune System, Live COVID SMART, Minerals, Nutrition, Vitamins

Strengthen Your Defenses Against COVID-19 With Nutrition

by KGriffin

February 28, 2022

Presented by the "LIVE COVID SMART" Program As a person that understands the value of nutrition, I generally try to lead by example. For years I have been an advocate for healthy eating and used meaningful nutrition messages to inspire others ... READ MORE

Category: Health & Nutrition, Work & Life
Tags: COVID-19, Disease, Prevention

Live COVID Smart

by KGriffin

February 23, 2022

LIVE COVID SMART The COVID-19 PANDEMIC has had a major impact on all of our lives. There may actually be no words that truly reflect the human experience during this time. Two years in, we are still trying to stay safe from the virus that ... READ MORE

Category: Health & Nutrition, Work & Life
Tags: Health, Wellness

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