Man refreshing himself with water. (Photo: iStock - KovacsAlex)

K-State health expert says extreme heat puts mental health at risk, too

  • By Pat Melgares │ K-State Research and Extension

Mental health resource available to farm families 

Man getting sunburned at the beach. (Photo: iStock - ajr_images)

What really happens when you get a sunburn?

  • By Ashley Vargo │ Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service
Belleville, Kansas farmer Fred Levendofsky narrowly escaped disaster when his tractor overturned while mowing 30 years ago. (K-State Research and Extension news service)

‘In a Millisecond’: Kansas farmer remembers near-tragic accident

  • By K-State Research and Extension news service
When packing foods in a cooler for a picnic or cookout, include plenty of ice or frozen gel packs to keep foods at 40 F or below. Keep drinks in a separate cooler. (Photo by Mitchell Alcala, OSU Agriculture)

Picnics and cookouts require vigilant food safety

  • By Trisha Gedon │ Oklahoma State University Extension
Kids Watching Fireworks (Photo: iStock - Renphoto)

Prevent fires from fireworks during Fourth of July

Lawn mower. (Photo courtesy of Kansas State University Research and Extension.)

Grass mowing season brings injuries

  • By Scott Heiberger & Melissa Ploeckelman │ Marshfield Clinic Research Institute
Strategies to Improve Health Outcomes in Rural America

Physician alarmed by concerning health trends in rural America