Penn State Extension Food & Health

05/29/2026

Looking to boost your health and wellness? 🌿
Penn State Extension offers free and low‑cost programs on fitness, nutrition, diabetes support, and more. Check out the options and find what fits your goals! 💪🥗Find out more here: https://extension.psu.edu/supporting-pennsylvanians-health-and-wellness

05/27/2026

❤️ How’s your heart health?
Heart disease is the leading cause of death—but many risk factors can be managed with simple lifestyle changes. From regular screenings to small daily habits, there’s a lot you can do to protect your heart.

💡 Learn what to watch for and how to get started: https://extension.psu.edu/how-is-your-heart-health

05/25/2026

☀️ Hosting a summer party? Keep the fun going by keeping food safe! Remember to keep hot foods hot, cold foods cold, and never leave food sitting out too long in the summer heat. Using coolers, ice packs, and clean serving utensils can help prevent foodborne illness and keep your guests healthy all season long. 🍉🌭🧊

Learn more from our article: https://extension.psu.edu/food-safety-at-summer-parties

05/20/2026

Did you know that Penn State Extension partners with the Alzheimer’s Association® to offer webinars that help caregivers feel prepared to support individuals with dementia?
Webinars are free and recorded for all registrants.
Find out more here: https://extension.psu.edu/alzheimers-disease-webinars

Penn State Extension partners with the Alzheimer’s Association® to offer webinars that help caregivers feel prepared to support individuals with dementia.

05/18/2026

Physical activity is essential to good health. No matter how you choose to move, daily activity supports strength, balance, and independence. This Older Americans Month and beyond, champion your health by staying active!

For more resources, visit our website at https://extension.psu.edu/youth-family-and-health

05/17/2026

🎣 Caught a fish? Now what?
From the stream to your table, how you handle fish makes all the difference in safety and flavor. Simple steps like keeping your catch clean, cold, and properly cooked can help prevent illness and keep it tasting its best.

👉 Learn the right way to handle your catch:
https://extension.psu.edu/proper-care-and-handling-of-fish-from-stream-to-table

05/15/2026

On International Family Day, we want to highlight the variety of resources that Penn State Extension can offer to your family. 👨‍👩‍👦‍👦🌍

A strong family relationship provides a sense of belonging and security to all family members. Spending time together can further build emotional stability, increase self-confidence, and improve social skills.
Penn State Extension has compiled a list of educational resources on children and families, including family resilience and diversity, family meals, and bonding activities. Information on adolescence and parents as role models is included, as well.

Visit their site here: https://extension.psu.edu/youth-family-and-health/children-and-families/family-resiliency

05/14/2026

👀Looking for a virtual strength-training option?
Meet twice a week and improve your health, vitality, and well-being! Online and convenient.
LIFTed starts Tuesday, June 9th at 12PM! Don't miss out. 💪

https://extension.psu.edu/lifted-8-week

05/12/2026

📣Last Call! 📣
If you have a homestead, you won't want to miss this upcoming webinar on home food preservation. There is still time to register!

Living on a Few Acres: Home Food Preservation
When: Thursday, May 14, 2026 @ 6PM
All registrants receive program handouts and recording!

register now: https://extension.psu.edu/living-on-a-few-acres-food-preservation

05/12/2026

We have many wonderful online courses...learn something new today!
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30% off noncredit online courses in ag, food safety, landscaping, beekeeping, natural resources, and more.