May 25, 2020

As we head into the third month of staying-at-home or working-from-home because of the COVID-19 pandemic, the healthy lifestyle changes that have been made are now becoming a habit. K-State Research and Extension nutrition specialist Sandy Procter says there are a number of positive health and nutrition changes...

May 18, 2020

Walk Kansas, an annual K-State Research and Extension health initiative, ended its 8 week challenge May 9th. Nearly 7,000 participants, on teams of 6, picked one of three challenges to complete. While the event was impacted by the coronavirus outbreak, state coordinator of Walk Kansas, Sharolyn Jackson, says...

May 11, 2020

Even during normal times, residents in rural communities across Kansas often struggle to find a reliable and safe source of food nearby. The outbreak of the novel coronavirus which causes the disease COVID-19 has made that struggle greater. David Procter, the director of the Center for Engagement and Community...

May 4, 2020

We all experience life’s ups and downs. According to the American Psychological Association, we generally adapt well over time to these life-changing and stressful situations. As the spread of COVID-19 continues to disrupt our lives, it’s also enabling young people to build resilience. By adapting to...

Apr 27, 2020

As officials in the U.S. took steps to reduce the spread of the coronavirus by closing non-essential businesses, colleges, schools and preschools, parents with young children were scrambling to find help. In some cases, older children were asked to look after their younger brothers and sisters. To help these teens and...