MSU Extension Chronic Disease

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• 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.

• 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!

• Hospitals serve up health – Part 2

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

• Are you having mixed feeling about diabetes?

  Published on August 6, 2014
  Your doctor diagnosed you with diabetes. Are you in a state of disbelief or hoping that the doctor is wrong?

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  Truth about Trans fats

  Published on July 31, 2014
  The elimination of Trans fat in American diets.

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  Is there such thing as a good or bad nutrient?

  Published on July 25, 2014
  Eliminating a nutrient, such as gluten is not necessary or beneficial for the general public.

• Childhood obesity is a national problem

  Published on July 24, 2014
  While some states including Michigan have seen a recent decline in childhood obesity, the percentage of children who are overweight or obese is still at an all-time high.

• Grillin’ vegetables

  Published on July 22, 2014
  Grilled veggies can make a delicious and nutritious side to your summertime dinners.

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  Prevent skin cancer while enjoying time outdoors

  Published on July 22, 2014
  Protect your skin, eyes and immune system from the sun’s damaging ultraviolet rays not only during the summer but year round.