Alzheimers Disease is the sixth leading cause of death in Kentucky, with 69,000 adults age 65 and over diagnosed in 2016. “Know the 10 Signs” is an evidenced-based program developed and distributed by the National Alzheimers Association. The Greater Kentucky Southern Indiana Alzheimers Association Chapter trained Extension Agents in 86 counties to help increase peoples knowledge of risk factors, understand the benefits of early diagnosis, and know what to do when risk factors are observed.During...
Pamela is an Nutrition Education Program Assistant in the Franklin County Cooperative Extension Office. She and her husband, James, have a small farm in Anderson County, which is both fun and tremendo... More
According to the U. S. Department of Commerce, STEM occupations are growing at 17%, while other occupations are growing at 9.8%. STEM degree holders have a higher income even in non-STEM careers. Scie... Read More
The life of the high school senior is full of “adult” decisions: selecting a college, picking a major, choosing a career path, and moving out! Although todays adolescents are technologically advanced ... Read More
Small Appliance WorkshopNew, trendy small appliances seem to be coming out on the market at a rapid rate. These are often marketed to consumers to save time, money and energy. These products are often... Read More
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 18.5% (or 13.7 million) of children and adolescents are obese. To address this problem, the Hickman County Cooperative Extension Service im... Read More