Topics here will include issues that fall into the Prevention Division of the agency, which include – as the name implies – programs that help prevent disease in our state. You will find information about chronic diseases (cancer, heart health, breathing disorders) as well as tobacco use prevention. This area also includes education about Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program and the Women, Infant and Children programs; both USDA programs that help provide nutrition to lower income residents.
Back-to-School Health Checklist: Keep Your Kids Healthy, Happy, and Protected This School Year
As school is back to full swing, it’s a great time to check in on your child’s health. Whether your little one is starting preschool or heading into high school, a healthy start helps set the tone for a successful year ahead. From nutritious lunches and sleep routines to childhood vaccines that protect against serious [...]

















