Great Reads for Good Food

The Mecosta County Health District and other local health departments around the United States are reminding people that there's still a pandemic going on, and precautions must be taken in order to slow the spread of...

Herd immunity is a phrase that has been thrown around repeatedly over the last year. But what exactly is herd immunity and why is it considered to be the holy grail of the COVID-19 crisis? Here is wha...

The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) came into existence out of a desire to fight hunger in the U.S. With the help of the SNAP program, it's been estimated that well over 45,000,000 (45 mil...

Many Americans put off routine health screenings during the pandemic because they did not want to venture into healthcare settings. However, with a widely available vaccine and a better understanding of th...

One of the most challenging jobs of any parent is encouraging your children to develop healthy eating habits. Bribing kids to clean their plate is a centuries-old tactic that many parents lean on as a ...

There has been a lot of news lately about the role of bars in the spread of COVID-19. But how dangerous are these places? Are they really a significant contributor to the spread of the deadly virus? Read...

Different Food Assistance Options   .@USDA programs like SNAP, WIC and the National School Lunch Program provide millions with access to healthy, nutritious food every day. pic.twitter.com/b06VlvrNAL &mda...

After spending weeks in lockdown, you're probably ready to get out of the house and go have fun. Unfortunately, it might be a bad idea to go out now. Experts report some troubling new trends. Record COVID Cas...

While the COVID-19 global pandemic is still raging in many parts of the world, the good news is that the death rate is beginning to decline. This is due in large part to the medical community finding better wa...