MSU Extension Food & Health

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  Serving kids and supporting local foods through 10 Cents a Meal

  Published on September 19, 2022
  Mason County Eastern Schools and MSU Extension partner to support local success of 10 Cents a Meal.

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  Salt causes more than high blood pressure

  Published on September 15, 2022
  Limiting salt intake can help prevent a silent killer.

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  Eating well for mental health

  Published on September 15, 2022
  Understanding the connection between the foods you eat and mental health.

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  Prevent the spread of germs on your children’s toys

  Published on September 15, 2022
  Don’t forget the toy box when you are cleaning.

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  Keeping food safe when using plastic containers

  Published on August 29, 2022
  Keep your leftover food safe when using plastic containers by following these tips.

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  Michigan Vaccine Project provides vaccine education to rural communities

  Published on August 26, 2022
  Michigan State University Extension is committed to helping Michiganders make informed vaccine decisions for themselves and their families.

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  Preventing and responding to opioid overdoses

  Published on August 16, 2022
  August 31st is International Overdose Awareness Day. Being prepared to prevent or respond to an opioid overdose can help save a life.

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  Timely course on “Global Animal Health, Food Safety, and International Trade” begins August 31

  Published on August 15, 2022
  Timely discussion topics lined up for IFLR's fall course on Global Animal Health, Food Safety, and International trade. Explore topics like evolving consumer preferences, pandemic food safety, and nothing less than the FUTURE OF FOOD!

• Part 2 of the preventative controls for human food training course is now available to take

  Published on August 10, 2022
  Recognized by the FDA and developed by the Food Safety Preventive Controls Alliance, successful completion of this course is one way to meet the requirements for a preventive controls qualified individual.

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  Nominate a childcare provider or farmer for the Michigan Grow More Award

  Published on August 8, 2022
  The Michigan Grow More Award is intended to acknowledge early care and education providers and farmers and food producers doing extraordinary work in farm to ECE. Nominate a farm to ECE champion by Friday, September 9.