Health
Mississippi State University Extension Service's team of health professionals is working to improve the health status of all Mississippians. By delivering health-related educational programs, collaborating with others on issues affecting community health, and promoting health careers, we are making a difference in the lives of our fellow citizens. We invite you to browse through our pages for information that may help you in your efforts to live a healthier life. Each year Extension programs reach thousands of community members with health-related information and skills training.
Please familiarize yourself with the programs, publications, and community assistance we can provide. We are here to help.
Publications
News
Beginning and maintaining a healthy diet does not have to be complicated. Following these simple tips can help.
While there can be many barriers to healthier eating, getting the proper nutrition is not overly complicated. Start with these basic tips to help you start and maintain a healthier diet.
The National Nutrition Month theme "Beyond the Table" encourages people to think about nutrition from the standpoint of farm to fork.
This year’s theme for National Nutrition Month inspires us to look “Beyond the Table” when thinking about our health and the environment. Check out Qula's tips for being mindful as we buy and consume foods.
Slow Cooker Chicken with Peachy Ginger Sauce is an easy meal for those busy weeknights.
Who says peaches are just for dessert? Slow Cooker Chicken with Peachy Ginger Sauce is a perfect meal for those busy workdays!
Success Stories
You don’t have to have diabetes to benefit from the principles of the Dining with Diabetes (DWD) program.
Dining with Diabetes covers healthy eating, physical activity, disease monitoring, medication compliance, and risk reduction, and the course empowers participants by giving them access to nutrition knowledge and resources for food preparation. Classes include research-based education, cooking demonstrations, and healthy recipe tasting. These tools can help people make positive changes by planning menus, counting carbohydrates, controlling portions, and reading labels.
The StoryWalk and colorful word art now installed in downtown Belzoni are giving Rosemary Williams a new opportunity for the children she cares for at Rosemary’s Daycare and Learning Center.
