public health

Protein may be the new buzzword in the nutrition world, but just because it appears on more and more food labels doesn’t necessarily mean those foods are healthier choices. (Photo by Mitchell Alcala, OSU Agriculture)
Food Safety, Home and Family

Separate nutrition facts from marketing hype

“Added protein” may grab attention at the grocery store, but experts say consumers should focus on overall nutrition. Read More

Fly on on green leaf. (Adobe Stock-#284696706 │ thithawat)
New Mexico, Regional Roundup, Southern Region

New Mexico unveils one-stop NWS website

New World screwworm fly (Cochliomyia hominivorax) on Friday, Jun 06, 2025, in College Station, Texas. (Michael Miller/Texas A&M AgriLife)
Animal Health, Disease, Livestock, Southern Region, Texas

Texas A&M AgriLife responds after New World screwworm found in Texas

Taking precautions before and after you venture into places that make ideal hiding spots for chiggers can prevent the itchy, scratchy bites they can leave behind. (Chris Swann/Texas A&M AgriLife)

Chigger season tips to beat the itch

  • By Adam Russell │ Texas A&M AgriLife Extension
Young brunette girl applying sunscreen to her skin while walking in the city (Shutterstock │ #2644897033 - BearFotos)

The war on sunscreen

Composition with common food allergens. (Adobe Stock-#394159416 │ monticellllo)

K-State food scientist urges awareness to avoid health issues due to food allergies

Registered Holstein cows on a dairy farm. (Adobe Stock │ #366848799 - Bob)

Researchers develop promising new vaccine against bird flu

  • By Deann Gayman | University of Nebraska–Lincoln Extension
Cooler filled with food for a camping trip. (iStock-#150875029 │ fishysam)

Salmonella outbreak traced to cooler highlights hidden food safety risk

  • By Chevy-Lynn Vaske │ K-State Extension news service
Grilling steak. (Adobe Stock │ #297395181 - arinahabich)

Spring grilling season brings renewed focus on food safety

Highly pathogenic avian influenza most often spreads when commercial or domestic poultry contract the virus from migratory birds in the wild. (Photo by Mitchell Alcala, OSU Agriculture)

CDC ends bird flu emergency

Kindergarten kids friends arm around sitting smiling (Photo: iStock - Rawpixel)

Colorado expands youth outdoor opportunities