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Southeast Arkansas Families Apply in Droves for Healthy Homes Repair Program

Thursday, September 18 by Luke Matheson

Hundreds of families in Jefferson and Desha counties have applied for help through the Communities Unlimited (CU) Healthy Homes Repair Program, a new initiative aimed at fixing unsafe and aging homes across the Delta. Funded by a $2 million U.S. Department of Housing and Urban... Read More.

Celebrate National Whole Grains Month: A Healthy Choice for Families and Communities

Tuesday, September 9 by Alex Bivens

September is National Whole Grains Month, an opportunity to celebrate the health, cultural and economic benefits of whole grains, according to Dr. W. Jinnings Burruss Jr., assistant professor of food service and restaurant management at the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff. “Whole grains are... Read More.

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Preschoolers Discover Joy of Gardening, Healthy Eating at UAPB

Thursday, June 26 by Alex Bivens

Preschoolers at the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff Child Development Center are digging into healthy habits through a hands-on gardening project funded by an Evans-Allen grant. The initiative, titled “Implementing Healthy Eating Habits While Combatting Obesity in Preschool Settings,” teaches children to plant,... Read More.

Remember healthy eating during Thanksgiving feast

Tuesday, November 26 by Ray King

Pine Bluff, AR — The approach of the holiday season means Arkansans will soon be gathering to eat festive foods and watch football with their families and friends, Rachel L. Luckett, family and consumer sciences coordinator for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistant Program (SNAP) and... Read More.

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UAPB Nutrition Café Offers Healthy Tailgating Recipe Options

Wednesday, October 30 by Alex Bivens

Facts on nutrition, healthy recipes, and a food demonstration by a master chef were the highlights of a recent Nutrition Café hosted by the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff (UAPB) Department of Human Sciences. The recipes are healthy options just in time for homecoming... Read More.

Hence skips MLB Futures Game as he works to get healthy

Monday, July 15 by Rick Walker

Former Watson Chapel star Tink Hence was chosen for his second MLB Futures Game but decided to turn down the invitation as he tries to get back to his early season form for a second half run by the Springfield Cardinals. Hence has exited... Read More.

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New Arkansas Organization Will Support Healthy Families by Listening to Parents, Advocating for Better Maternal Health Care

Wednesday, January 17 by Alex Bivens

Arkansans for Improving Maternal Health promotes healthy moms, which leads to healthier families and stronger communities LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (Jan. 17, 2024) — A new maternal health non-profit organization has launched a digital platform for Arkansas parents to share their personal experiences before, during and after... Read More.

tips for staying healthy and on track during holidays

Tuesday, November 15 by Ray King

The holiday season finds many of us preparing grocery lists and coordinating family gatherings, Teresa Henson, Extension specialist-program outreach coordinator for the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff’s School of Agriculture, Fisheries and Human Sciences, said. “Between the hustle and bustle of shopping and prepping... Read More.

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UAPB Project Teaches Pre-K Children to Grow Healthy Vegetables

Wednesday, May 11 by Staff

Pre-K children at the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff’s (UAPB) Child Development Center (CDC) recently had the opportunity to learn how to garden indoors, Dr. Karleah Harris, assistant professor for the UAPB Department of Human Sciences, said. The young children learned how to... Read More.

Westerman named to Healthy Futures Task Force

Wednesday, June 30 by Ray King

On Tuesday, Republican House of Representatives leader Kevin McCarthy announced the appointment of Congressman Bruce Westerman (R-AR) to the Healthy Future Task Force. The Task Force will build on Republican health policy successes and craft a patient-focused agenda for the future. “I am grateful to... Read More.

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PINK GOES RED: Heart Healthy Webinar

Wednesday, February 3 by Laron Marbley

PINK GOES RED: Heart Healthy Webinar February is National Heart Health Month and the Pine Bluff Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. is teaming up with the Delta Omega Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. to bring you a fun... Read More.

Growing Healthy Community Coalition to Meet

Wednesday, December 12 by Greg

The Jefferson County Growing Healthy Community Coalition will meet on Tuesday, December 18, 2018. This meeting will begin at 9:30am at Saracen Landing, located at 200 Lake Saracen Drive. Coalition members and people interested in health and wellness in Jefferson County are encouraged to attend. Quranner... Read More.

Stories tagged with: healthy

Southeast Arkansas Families Apply in Droves for Healthy Homes Repair Program

Celebrate National Whole Grains Month: A Healthy Choice for Families and Communities

Preschoolers Discover Joy of Gardening, Healthy Eating at UAPB

Remember healthy eating during Thanksgiving feast

UAPB Nutrition Café Offers Healthy Tailgating Recipe Options

Hence skips MLB Futures Game as he works to get healthy

New Arkansas Organization Will Support Healthy Families by Listening to Parents, Advocating for Better Maternal Health Care

tips for staying healthy and on track during holidays

UAPB Project Teaches Pre-K Children to Grow Healthy Vegetables

Westerman named to Healthy Futures Task Force

PINK GOES RED: Heart Healthy Webinar

Growing Healthy Community Coalition to Meet

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