Chronic Disease Prevention & Healthy Lifestyles
Obesity and other chronic diseases affect a large percentage of Thomas County residents. Programming in this are is focused on diet and lifestyle changes and education that encourage chronic disease prevention:
- Diabetes Education
- Cancer Education and Preventative Measures
- Healthy Cooking and Eating Patterns
- Physical Activity Guidelines
- So much more!
Food Safety & Home Preservation
- Commercial Food Safety Certifications for Food Service Establishments
- General Food Safety for Youth and Adults
- Home Food Preservation Education
Annual/Ongoing Programs
- Thomas County Citizens Academy
- School Nutrition Conference – In-Service Training
- Sunbelt Agriculture Expo – Backyard Gardening Building
- Live Better Thomas County – Try Days
- Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program (VITA)
- WPAX Radio Spot – Happy & Healthy with Olivia