MSU Extension Chronic Disease

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• Enterovirus D68’ – another infectious disease gains momentum

  Published on September 11, 2014
  Health officials are warning of yet again another infectious disease and this one is particularly dangerous to children. The virus, called the Enterovirus 68 or (EV-D68) is becoming widespread.

• Keeping your feet healthy

  Published on September 4, 2014
  Healthy feet are important for all of us, but for people with diabetes, special attention needs to be kept to maintain healthy feet.

• Sleep habits and Type 2 diabetes

  Published on September 3, 2014
  Regular sleep for diabetes management.

• Back to school for children with diabetes

  Published on August 21, 2014
  Children with diabetes have special concerns that need to be taken into account when planning for the beginning of the new school year.

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  Working through lunch: Is it really saving time?

  Published on August 14, 2014
  Eating lunch while working at your desk does not save on time, and could have more downsides than imagined.

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  Real eyes: The importance of your vision

  Published on August 14, 2014
  August is Eye Care and Cataracts Awareness Month.

• Protect yourself and your family from measles and polio

  Published on August 11, 2014
  Health officials note an increased number of measles and polio cases during 2014 and recommend steps to prevent contracting these serious diseases.

• Small things, big difference

  Published on August 9, 2014
  Make changes to the way you eat.

• Hospitals serve up health – Part 2

  Published on August 6, 2014
  Healthy beverages and farmers markets – two healthy hospital strategies.

• Visiting a new doctor for the first time

  Published on August 6, 2014
  Take some steps to ensure this is the right doctor for you!