Life & Health

Learn about the innovations and impact our experts are making at the intersection of nutrition, human health and agriculture.

All Posts

A person is writing financial notes in a notebook.
July 12, 2024

Military Family Readiness Academy online course, webinar series begins in August

Topics include economic readiness, family well-being

July 9, 2024

What really happens when you get a sunburn?

Cell injury researcher answers burning questions on the science behind sunburns

July 9, 2024

Hurricane recovery: Steps to safely begin the process

Disaster Assessment and Recovery unit provides guidance for initial response after a hurricane  

July 3, 2024

Hurricane preparedness for families

Start now with a plan, assemble hurricane 'go bag'

July 2, 2024

Tips to avoid heat exhaustion, heatstroke

AgriLife Extension experts warn outdoor activity requires greater precautions in heat

Blonde woman stands in exhibition hall gesturing to a large scientific poster, explaining its contents to a guest.
July 2, 2024

Texas A&M Agriculture, Food and Nutrition Evidence Center debuts first suite of studies

Seafood-consumption assessments among scientists’ presentations at leading health science conference

Texas A&M AgriLife in white against a maroon background
June 28, 2024

New agents and program personnel fill AgriLife Extension positions across the state

Personnel provide educational programming, outreach in their respective communities

June 28, 2024

Chapkin named American Society for Nutrition 2024 Fellow

Award honors individuals for outstanding lifetime achievements in nutrition

A cut open green and red watermelon sitting on top of other water melons and surrounded by other fruits all laying on a table.
June 27, 2024

Three tips to pick out a sweet watermelon

A ripe watermelon can be a mouthwatering juicy snack for your family on a hot summer day

Four scientists in a laboratory filled with equipment and cardboard boxes.
June 26, 2024

Love, Tito’s gift boosts phage therapy research at Texas A&M

Donation supports the Center for Phage Technology’s efforts to address the antibiotic-resistance crisis

A group of smiling kids poses in front of a mobile health assessment vehicle with a Texas A&M AgriLife staff memeber.
June 25, 2024

Driving improved health and research across Texas

Mobile Health Assessment Centers serve rural population centers

June 19, 2024

Keep your family safe from ticks

Summer months mean increased risks for people, pets

Texas A&M AgriLife in white against a maroon background
June 17, 2024

Food science professional extends international expertise  

Food science background takes former student Laura Lozano many places

A person is signing papers on a desk.
June 12, 2024

OneOp webinar on special needs trusts set for June 26

Webinar will focus on trusts, other accounts for individuals with special needs

A woman sets up a water bowl for her dog.
June 11, 2024

Protect pets during the dog days of summer

Texas A&M AgriLife experts share considerations for summer heat safety

June 10, 2024

Can you smell how meat tastes?

Meat scientists explore the science behind cooking aromas and share their flavorful secrets

A mn's hands around a watermelon at a farmers market
June 5, 2024

Making the most of a trip to the farmers market

What to know about nutrition and safety.

A bundle of lettuce lays on a table.
June 4, 2024

Course on diabetes management begins June 18 in Waco

Participants will learn diabetes control through practical approaches

May 31, 2024

Expert tips to prepare for hurricane season

Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service Disaster Assessment and Recovery unit leader asking Texans to get ready 

A woman is serving food at a banquet.
May 24, 2024

AgriLife Extension offers professional food manager training in June in Waco

Course topics include food safety hazards, sanitation regulations