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Preventing opioid misuse

Published on December 7, 2020
Potential risks of opioid use and what you can do.
Asking for help when you have chronic pain

Published on December 4, 2020
Good communication skills are important for everyone involved in dealing with chronic pain.
Health benefits of nature

Published on December 3, 2020
There are many mental health and physical health benefits from spending time outside in nature.
Opioid use considerations

Published on November 24, 2020
Prescription opioids like Vicodin can be used to effectively manage pain. However, there are important risks and considerations to take into account before using these medications.
Health programs for veterans living with chronic pain

Published on November 24, 2020
MSU Extension offers evidence-based programs with alternative approaches for pain management.
Mental health resources for veterans

Published on November 20, 2020
Connecting military veterans and service providers with mental health resources at Michigan State University Extension.
Managing chronic pain during holiday festivities

Published on November 17, 2020
Tips to keep in mind to help manage chronic pain and enjoy time with friends and family.
Chronic conditions and depression

Published on November 17, 2020
There are ways to cope with depression when you have a chronic condition.
MSU Extension providing Northern Michigan community webinars on opioid misuse prevention

Published on November 2, 2020
Free community presentations share what communities can do to promote opioid use disorder prevention and recovery.
Thinking about retirement and your legacy of the land

Published on October 20, 2020
Farming is a committed lifestyle that can be difficult to transition away from.
What is metabolic syndrome?

Published on October 20, 2020
Know the conditions that increase your risk for diseases such as diabetes and heart disease.
MSU research team wins grant to help rural communities deal with opioid crisis

Published on October 15, 2020
The $390,000 grant will fund a two-year effort to help underserved rural communities struggling with opioid misuse.
MSU Extension receives MDARD funding for two-year farm stress efforts

Published on October 14, 2020
The two-year, $500,000 partner-funded Legacy of the Land project aims to reduce farm losses and aid farmers with their mental health across the state.
Choosing complementary treatments that are right for you

Published on September 22, 2020
Use this approach when exploring complementary treatments for your chronic condition.
Maintaining physical health during Covid-19

Published on September 15, 2020
How to manage your health during challenging times.
Substance abuse in older adults: Underdiagnosed and undertreated

Published on August 31, 2020
Substance use is a major mental health problem in older adults, and is often unrecognized and undertreated, leading to a reduced quality of life.
MSU Extension launches opioid, substance use disorder community education program

Published on August 13, 2020
Free community presentations are available to educate communities on how they can promote prevention and recovery.
Combating the Opioid Crisis through Outreach and Education

Published on July 20, 2020
Over 130 people die every day from opioid overdose in the United States, and nearly 3 in 4 of Michigan’s overdose deaths are attributable to opioids.
Monitoring our mental health during the COVID-19 pandemic

Published on June 23, 2020
COVID-19, the infectious disease caused by the novel coronavirus, is impacting mental health.
Farmers facing isolation – stay connected, it’s good for you

Published on May 1, 2020
The inherent nature of the agricultural occupation is independent. Isolation is often linked to impacts on mental health and loss of life by suicide.