Richland, Lexington, and Kershaw Counties- Rural Health and Nutrition

05/05/2026

May is National Bike Month! Remember sports support physical health like improving strength, coordination, and endurance. https://bit.ly/43gDngw #🚴🚴‍♀️🚴‍♂️🚵🚵‍♂️🚵‍♀️

04/27/2026

Sleep is important for the health and development of children and adolescents. 😴 It’s also critical to help prevent childhood obesity. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4qPMzms

04/22/2026

It’s National Park Week! 🏞️ Parks offer the perfect place to move more and recharge. Whether you hike, walk, or bike, getting outside helps your physical and mental health. Learn more about how you can add physical activity to your life: https://bit.ly/44HiP1j

04/17/2026

Whether it’s a short walk, stretching, or dancing in your living room—regular movement can make a big difference in your health and well-being as you age. https://bit.ly/3ZBq6y7 # #

04/16/2026

World Liver Day is April 19📍Register here for your FREE introduction to Liver Health and ways to better manage your liver!

Join us for a free session to learn more about liver disease, risk factors, and treatments via resources from the Obesity Association.

04/13/2026

Today is the day‼️

Join us TOMORROW at 11:30 AM at the Lexington County Extension Office for Keeping Your Eyes Healthy to learn how to prevent vision loss from diabetes. Sign up through the Eventbrite link provided below:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1985292424083?aff=oddtdtcreator.

04/08/2026

Taking time to stay physically active can make a big difference in your health as you get older. It supports your well-being and helps reduce the risk of many conditions associated with aging. http://bit.ly/3V4r82k # #

04/08/2026

Want to protect your vision and help others in your community do the same? Join us on April 13th at 11:30am for Keeping Your Eyes Healthy at the Lexington County Extension Office. Learn how to prevent vision loss, then take the Eye Health Pledge to make a difference in your community.
Register for FREE at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1985292424083?aff=oddtdtcreator.

04/06/2026

Did you know diabetes is the leading cause of vision loss in adults age 18–64? Join us this spring for our new program, Keeping Your Eyes Healthy. Learn how diabetes affects your eye health and the steps you can take to protect your vision.
Sign up for free today! https://www.eventbrite.com/cc/keeping-your-eyes-healthy-4825749

04/06/2026

It’s never too late to move your body! Regular physical activity plays a powerful role in helping older adults stay healthy and avoid or delay age-related health issues. http://bit.ly/41uKXVE # #

04/01/2026

Celebrate Move More Month by adding a little more activity to your day! Staying active is one of the best investments you can make in your health as you age. Regular physical activity helps prevent and even delay many common health concerns that come with getting older. http://bit.ly/41uKXVE # #💪🏃‍♂️‍➡️🎾🚴‍♂️