Healthy Living

All Posts

July 17, 2024

Expert tips to prevent child deaths in hot cars

As temperatures rise, risk of heatstroke and death increase for children left in vehicles

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 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 Logo
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 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 17, 2024

Journal of Nutrition recognizes distinguished Texas A&M nutrition scientist

New award named in honor of Cathy Ross recognizes her impactful career in experimental nutrition

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

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

A head of broccoli and cauliflower on a table.
May 7, 2024

‘¡Si, Yo Puedo Controlar Mí Diabetes!’ management program starts May 21 in Waco

Four-week course focuses on diabetes control and healthy living.

May 6, 2024

Texas A&M Department of Nutrition researchers target chronic kidney disease  

Texas A&M Department of Nutrition scientists investigate role of active vitamin D in preterm infant kidney development

Two bowls of tomatoes on a table.
May 3, 2024

Home canning workshop will be held May 18 in Waco

Event topics include water bath and pressure canning

Fatty acid soft gel supplements
May 2, 2024

Researchers find unexpected link between essential fats and insulin aggregation

Some fatty acids can cause insulin to form toxic clumps in solution

A Taste360 leader presents plates of locally produced food
April 15, 2024

Building community through cultivation 

AgriLife Extension event co-organizer shares success and future of farm-to-table event, Taste 360

April 10, 2024

Healthy living with Texas Master Wellness

Texas Master Wellness program appreciates volunteers for reaching and engaging their communities

April 3, 2024

Health benefits from being in nature topic of April 17 OneOp webinar

Event discusses ways participants can enjoy the outdoors and physical activity

March 22, 2024

Do Well, Be Well With Hypertension program begins April 3 in Waco

AgriLife Extension program focuses on controlling high blood pressure through diet

March 20, 2024

‘Get Outside!’ kick-off event set for April 3 at Joint Base San Antonio Lackland

AgriLife Extension's new five-week program will feature activities encouraging more outdoor time for military families