Health
iMPROVE HEALTH
Many risk factors for disability or death are preventable, and HHS Extension is dedicated to helping individuals and families improve their quality of life.
Be Heart Smart
Learn how to identify risk factors for heart disease and make simple changes that can improve your heart health.
Get WalkIN'
Increase your physical activity by receiving e-mail messages that promote walking, offer motivation, and share tips for staying active.
Mental Health First Aid
Gain skills to interact with and support someone who may be developing a mental health issue or experiencing a crisis.
HEALTHY COMMUNITIES
In order to address health concerns on a community level, organizations have been coming together to form local Community Health Coalitions to address health needs in their communities. In addition, coalitions can be a means of conserving and utilizing resources more efficiently, and a powerful vehicle for impacting health through policy, systems, and environmental changes.
Did you know:
PUrdue extension supports workplace wellness
Workplaces that support employee wellness see increased productivity, retention, and job satisfaction. Purdue Extension can help workplaces support employees' health and wellness through several health & wellness education programs that can be delivered in workplaces across industries. Check out the Health Programs page for a menu of programs, such as Compassion & Resilience Education at Work (CREW). CREW provides introductory mental health education on topics such as work-life balance and stress management specifically for workplace environments. Connect with your local Educator to learn more and request a health & wellness education program today.
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