http://www.agriculture.com/family/health Farm and ranch health topics, from safety to prevention. Get the latest news on farm health products and practices. Find out what other farmers are doing to ensure their health and the health of their families. en-us Copyright Successful Farming Saturday Apr 06 06:39:53 EDT 2013 http://www.agriculture.com/images/ag-logo-150x30.gif http://www.agriculture.com 150 30 http://www.agriculture.com/rss 30 http://www.agriculture.com/family/health/prevention/save-your-breath_337-ar29673 Two-strap and cartridge respirators protect airways. Do you know when to hold ‘em and when to fold ‘em? Tuesday Feb 12 12:31:26 EST 2013 http://www.agriculture.com/family/health/prevention/save-your-breath_337-ar29673 http://www.agriculture.com/family/health/prevention/its-a-stretch_337-ar29666 Farmers need to approach work tasks as if they’re preparing to compete as professional athletes. Tuesday Feb 12 12:07:08 EST 2013 http://www.agriculture.com/family/health/prevention/its-a-stretch_337-ar29666 http://www.agriculture.com/family/health/crossing-finish-line_335-ar28789 Breast cancer survivors celebrate being part of a team that connects both emotional and physical well-being. Wednesday Jan 09 11:35:14 EST 2013 http://www.agriculture.com/family/health/crossing-finish-line_335-ar28789 http://www.agriculture.com/family/health/prevention/screening-saves-lives_337-ar28785 One Nebraska farmer is convinced that cancer screenings should be part of routine maintenance. Wednesday Jan 09 10:24:34 EST 2013 http://www.agriculture.com/family/health/prevention/screening-saves-lives_337-ar28785 http://www.agriculture.com/family/health/valley-irrigation-to-donate-1-f-every_335-ar28781 Wednesday Jan 09 00:00:00 EST 2013 http://www.agriculture.com/family/health/valley-irrigation-to-donate-1-f-every_335-ar28781 http://www.agriculture.com/family/health/dna-protection-act-of-2013_335-ar28450 Saturday Dec 22 17:03:23 EST 2012 http://www.agriculture.com/family/health/dna-protection-act-of-2013_335-ar28450 http://www.agriculture.com/family/health/pressing-on-after-a-disability_335-ar26716 This farmer continued to farm after becoming a paraplegic. Thursday Oct 04 12:02:13 EDT 2012 http://www.agriculture.com/family/health/pressing-on-after-a-disability_335-ar26716 http://www.agriculture.com/family/health/overcomers_335-ar26661 Armed with technology and tenacity, farmers keep pace despite disabilities. Tuesday Oct 02 10:45:24 EDT 2012 http://www.agriculture.com/family/health/overcomers_335-ar26661 http://www.agriculture.com/family/health/prevention/protect-yourself-from-heat-illness_337-ar25237 Tuesday Jul 17 15:28:07 EDT 2012 http://www.agriculture.com/family/health/prevention/protect-yourself-from-heat-illness_337-ar25237 http://www.agriculture.com/family/health/prevention/protect-yourself-from-skin-ccer_337-ar24200 Skin Cancer is Most Common Cancer in US, Yet One of the Most Preventable Friday May 18 12:42:59 EDT 2012 http://www.agriculture.com/family/health/prevention/protect-yourself-from-skin-ccer_337-ar24200 http://www.agriculture.com/family/health/colful-ember-essential-oil-bottle_335-ar24060 Wednesday May 09 05:51:14 EDT 2012 http://www.agriculture.com/family/health/colful-ember-essential-oil-bottle_335-ar24060 http://www.agriculture.com/family/health/prevention/skin-in-game_337-ar23946 When it comes to being savvy about sun protection, don't overlook these take-to-the-field tools. Thursday May 03 15:36:32 EDT 2012 http://www.agriculture.com/family/health/prevention/skin-in-game_337-ar23946 http://www.agriculture.com/family/health/prevention/take-care-under-hood_337-ar23264 Preventive maintenance is the best way to keep healthy. But routine tune-ups, parts, and service can be expected. Sunday Apr 01 15:52:58 EDT 2012 http://www.agriculture.com/family/health/prevention/take-care-under-hood_337-ar23264 http://www.agriculture.com/family/health/wk-smarter-not-harder_335-ar23008 Friday Mar 16 13:16:33 EDT 2012 http://www.agriculture.com/family/health/wk-smarter-not-harder_335-ar23008 http://www.agriculture.com/family/health/kids-cook-up-new-skills_335-ar22683 Workshop removes the mystique and offers kids tools for healthy eating. Monday Mar 05 15:45:45 EST 2012 http://www.agriculture.com/family/health/kids-cook-up-new-skills_335-ar22683 http://www.agriculture.com/family/health/is-your-behavi-making-you-sick_335-ar22394 Studies show that farmers possess the right stuff for success, but good behavioral health often requires a less-is-more approach. Monday Feb 20 13:01:58 EST 2012 http://www.agriculture.com/family/health/is-your-behavi-making-you-sick_335-ar22394 http://www.agriculture.com/family/health/what-women-need-to-know-about-heart_335-ar22386 More research is needed to improve the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of heart disease in women. Monday Feb 20 10:08:52 EST 2012 http://www.agriculture.com/family/health/what-women-need-to-know-about-heart_335-ar22386 http://www.agriculture.com/family/health/prevention/lungs-f-life_337-ar22292 Don't let ag exposures leave you breathless. Thursday Feb 16 15:47:21 EST 2012 http://www.agriculture.com/family/health/prevention/lungs-f-life_337-ar22292 http://www.agriculture.com/family/health/facing-ccer_335-ar22183 In spite of a task-force recommendation against it, here’s one more vote for lifesaving PSA tests. Friday Feb 10 11:36:57 EST 2012 http://www.agriculture.com/family/health/facing-ccer_335-ar22183 http://www.agriculture.com/family/health/prostate-ccer-now-what_335-ar22182 You’ve gotten a PSA test result that may indicate prostate cancer. Or, more daunting yet, you’ve been diagnosed with it. What’s your next step? Friday Feb 10 11:28:32 EST 2012 http://www.agriculture.com/family/health/prostate-ccer-now-what_335-ar22182 http://www.agriculture.com/family/health/prevention/ag-on-menu_337-ar21913 More consumers today are going online to enjoy hearty servings of kitchen-table conversations. Tuesday Jan 31 11:02:24 EST 2012 http://www.agriculture.com/family/health/prevention/ag-on-menu_337-ar21913 http://www.agriculture.com/family/health/prevention/is-your-behavi-making-you-sick_337-ar21892 Farmers possess the right stuff for success, but good health requires a less-ismore approach. Monday Jan 30 15:37:56 EST 2012 http://www.agriculture.com/family/health/prevention/is-your-behavi-making-you-sick_337-ar21892 http://www.agriculture.com/family/health/prevention/lowimpact-ag_337-ar21531 Arthritis isn't a given; prevention, management, and technology can postpone wear and tear. Wednesday Jan 11 11:56:49 EST 2012 http://www.agriculture.com/family/health/prevention/lowimpact-ag_337-ar21531 http://www.agriculture.com/family/health/hightech-wkout-tools_335-ar21018 Exercise still requires effort, but these new tools can motivate you and offer real-time progress reports. Tuesday Dec 06 15:43:59 EST 2011 http://www.agriculture.com/family/health/hightech-wkout-tools_335-ar21018 http://www.agriculture.com/family/health/prevention/healthy-ears_337-ar20290 Tuesday Nov 01 11:28:38 EDT 2011 http://www.agriculture.com/family/health/prevention/healthy-ears_337-ar20290 http://www.agriculture.com/family/health/prevention/west-nile-knowhow_337-ar19581 There's no approved treatment or vaccine for West Nile virus, but taking steps to reduce exposure by wearing repellent cuts the risk. Friday Sep 30 12:48:50 EDT 2011 http://www.agriculture.com/family/health/prevention/west-nile-knowhow_337-ar19581 http://www.agriculture.com/family/health/ags-untimely-harvest_335-ar18865 The rate of injury for kids and teens is lower, but death toll is a shame. Wednesday Aug 31 15:37:14 EDT 2011 http://www.agriculture.com/family/health/ags-untimely-harvest_335-ar18865 http://www.agriculture.com/family/health/lets-eat_335-ar18862 Making good food choices during the harvest rush is a challenge. Time-saving recipes can be healthy.; Making good food choices during the harvest rush is a challenge. Wednesday Aug 31 15:04:04 EDT 2011 http://www.agriculture.com/family/health/lets-eat_335-ar18862 http://www.agriculture.com/family/health/prevention/maintaining-momentum_337-ar18148 Finding an exercise buddy is a good way to stay motivated and accountable to a workout routine. Sunday Aug 07 19:06:49 EDT 2011 http://www.agriculture.com/family/health/prevention/maintaining-momentum_337-ar18148 http://www.agriculture.com/family/health/usdas-myplate-reflects-health-trends_335-ar17179 The USDA's release of dietary model, MyPlate, captures consumer and producer health trends Wednesday Jun 15 17:41:07 EDT 2011 http://www.agriculture.com/family/health/usdas-myplate-reflects-health-trends_335-ar17179