Be Part of Something Big – Master Wellness Volunteer Program
Nov17

Be Part of Something Big – Master Wellness Volunteer Program

By Johanna Hicks, Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Family & Community Health Agent, Hopkins County, [email protected] Johanna Hicks  In the United States, 86% of all health spending is related to chronic conditions – things like diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol and many others.  According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, these costs can be managed and potentially reduced through...

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November – National Diabetes Month by Johanna Hicks
Nov04

November – National Diabetes Month by Johanna Hicks

November – National Diabetes Month                For years, Texas A&M AgriLife and its partners have been offering diabetes education and solutions for preventing or managing this condition.  “National Diabetes Month is an opportunity to raise awareness of this disease and its risk factors, as well as promote healthful living behaviors that can reduce the...

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Diabetes Programs Make An Impact
Nov19

Diabetes Programs Make An Impact

By Johanna Hicks Johanna Hicks, Texas A&M AgriLife Extension, Family & Community Health Agent, 1200-B West Houston St., P.O.Box 518, Sulphur springs, TX 75483; 903-885-3443 – phone 903-439-4909 – Fax, [email protected] Every year starting in mid-November, our Extension staff begins the process of summarizing our program impacts. This is the first of more to come. Many of you know that diabetes education is my passion. Having...

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Diabetes Programs Teach Healthy Lifestyle Changes
Nov05

Diabetes Programs Teach Healthy Lifestyle Changes

Johanna Hicks, B.S., M.Ed., Texas A&M AgriLife Extension, Family & Community Health Agent, Hopkins County, P.O. Box 518, 1200-B West Houston St., Sulphur Springs, TX 75483; 903-885-3443; [email protected] By Johanna Hicks November is National Diabetes Awareness Month. I want to highlight some of the programming impacts of Extension Family & Community Health Agents from across the state (including Hopkins County)....

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A Year in Review – Master Wellness Volunteer Initiative By Johanna Hicks
Dec28

A Year in Review – Master Wellness Volunteer Initiative By Johanna Hicks

Note: This is the 4th in a series of “A Year in Review,” highlighting major program efforts in the area of Family & Community Health.                In the United States, 80% of all health spending is related to chronic conditions – things like diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and others.  According to the Centers for Disease Control and...

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A Year in Review – Diabetes Education By Johanna Hicks
Nov30

A Year in Review – Diabetes Education By Johanna Hicks

A Year in Review – Diabetes Education                For the next few weeks, I’ll be highlighting some of the major program impacts from 2018.  Many people are not aware of the positive influence that Texas A&M AgriLife Extension has on the health and well-being of individuals.  This week, I want to focus on the diabetes education program in Hopkins...

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Become a Master Wellness Volunteer! By Johanna Hicks
Dec29

Become a Master Wellness Volunteer! By Johanna Hicks

Become a Master Wellness Volunteer!                 Be a part of something BIG!  In the United States, 86% of all health spending is related to chronic conditions – things like diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol and many others.  According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, these costs can be managed and potentially reduced through education and lifestyle modification.                 Texas A&M...

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AgriLife: Diabetes Education in Hopkins County
Dec02

AgriLife: Diabetes Education in Hopkins County

Diabetes Education in Hopkins County Each year, our staff provides a summary of our major in-depth Extension programs.  Diabetes education is of particular interest to me because I know the struggles that individuals face on a day-to-day basis.  Our youngest child was diagnosed with type 1 (insulin dependent) diabetes at the age of 2 ½ and he is my inspiration for helping others to manage their diabetes. Relevance:  According to the...

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Diabetes Can Be Managed! By Johanna Hicks
Mar31

Diabetes Can Be Managed! By Johanna Hicks

No April Fools – Diabetes Can be Managed! Each spring, the Do Well, Be Well with Diabetes series teaches individuals and their loved ones some methods to manage diabetes.  Even though this series is targeted toward those with type 2 diabetes, individuals with type 1 (or anybody, actually), will benefit from the nutrition and self-management techniques discussed in the series. We’ve had a good response, but it is not too late to sign...

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Master Wellness Volunteer Program By Johanna Hicks
Jan06

Master Wellness Volunteer Program By Johanna Hicks

Master Wellness Volunteer Program Today’s column will focus on another Extension banner program which makes an impact in Hopkins County – Master Wellness Volunteer Program.  Finding reliable resources of health and wellness information can be a challenge.  Since 1906, Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service has provided Texans with guidance in various health areas and is now training volunteers to provide more communities with the...

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