MSU Extension Chronic Disease

• What do the new high blood pressure guidelines mean for me?

  Published on November 20, 2017
  The goal of the newly announced changes to the blood pressure guideline for Americans is to help people get earlier detection and treatment.

• Healthy foods can be convenient foods

  Published on November 20, 2017
  You can still make wise and healthy eating options when you're short on time.

• Hepatitis A is contagious but preventable

  Published on November 13, 2017
  Hepatitis A has been in the news often take steps to keep it away from you and your food.

• Cases of hepatitis A are on the rise in Michigan

  Published on November 8, 2017
  With the recent rise in confirmed cases in Southeast Michigan, hepatitis A awareness and prevention are key to protecting yourself and others.

• The overuse of opioids for chronic pain

  Published on November 2, 2017
  The use of prescription opioids for chronic pain is so high that it is considered an epidemic in the United States. The CDC has developed a guideline to help improve care and reduce the risks.

• Dining with Diabetes program success stories

  Published on November 2, 2017
  Nutrition education programs can help you manage your diabetes.

• World Diabetes Day 2017

  Published on November 1, 2017
  Participate in World Diabetes Day this year.

• Evidence-Based Physical Activity Recommendations Part 3: Train to improve cardiovascular performance

  Published on November 1, 2017
  This article is the third in a series of the physical activity recommendations, with an emphasis on cardiovascular training.

• Environmental chemicals may be potential endocrine disruptors

  Published on October 23, 2017
  Research shows that environmental chemicals called phthalates have had harmful effects on lab animals, wildlife and humans.

• Coping with arthritic pain when exercising

  Published on October 23, 2017
  Tips to help you stay physically active when you have arthritis.