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Exploring diabetes: Part one – What is diabetes?

Published on March 28, 2023
Learn more about the health effects of diabetes, as well as the three different types of diabetes and the symptoms associated with this disease.
Advance care planning

Published on March 28, 2023
It is never too early to begin advance care planning for end-of-life care.
Fotonovela: A helpful tool reducing mental health stigma within Spanish-speaking communities

Published on February 28, 2023
Developed as part of its farm stress management efforts, MSU Extension offers a new mental health resource for people who speak Spanish – the fotonovela titled Sentimientos Secretos, or Secret Feelings.
Active listening and empathy for human connection

Published on February 13, 2023
The combination of active listening and empathy can improve relationships between couples, families and coworkers.
Kalamazoo area restaurant owner shares his vaccine experience

Published on February 1, 2023
Texas Corners, MI, restauranteur Jim Chiang shares his experience owning a restaurant during the COVID-19 pandemic
Portage pharmacist shares his vaccine experience

Published on February 1, 2023
Pharmacist and Portage, MI, business owner Arun Tandon shares his medical expertise on vaccination and community health and reflects on his experiences as a vaccine provider during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Manage chronic pain to deal with insomnia

Published on December 14, 2022
Chronic pain can lead to or exacerbate insomnia. Here are some tips for sleeping better.
Identifying the winter blues vs. seasonal depression

Published on December 14, 2022
The winter blues and seasonal depression (also known as seasonal affective disorder or SAD) are two different conditions. Knowing the difference can help a person feel better sooner.
Consider getting tested for diabetes

Published on December 12, 2022
Your blood sugar could reveal that you are part of a quiet epidemic.
Herramientas de autocuidado para enfermedades crónicas

Published on December 12, 2022
Adaptar las técnicas de autocuidado puede ayudarle a tomar el control de su estado de salud crónico manteniendo el equilibrio entre mente, cuerpo y espíritu.