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Practical Ideas for Safe and Healthful Living
Preventing diabetes ![Preventing Diabetes Preventing Diabetes](//ucanr.edu/sites/ucce_Asistel/files/50265display.jpg)
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Diabetes is a serious public health problem, but the disease can be prevented or delayed by maintaining healthful eating and exercise practices. AsisTel details the different types of the disease, risk factors, diagnosis and specific ideas for prevention.
Healthy weight management ![Healthy Weight Management Healthy Weight Management](//ucanr.edu/sites/ucce_Asistel/files/50264display.jpg)
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An epidemic of overweight and obesity is sweeping the country, causing a variety of serious health problems in addition to damaging self esteem. AsisTel has messages that will help you better understand factors related to obesity and provide creative ideas for active living and healthful eating.
Child development ![Child Development Child Development](//ucanr.edu/sites/ucce_Asistel/files/50261display.jpg)
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Farm and worker safety ![Farm and Worker Safety Farm and Worker Safety](//ucanr.edu/sites/ucce_Asistel/files/50263display.jpg)
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Farm work is one of the most dangerous professions. Heat stress, injuries from slips and falls, and injuries that result from repeating the same motion over and over are just a few of the problems that can leave agricultural workers unemployed. AsisTel offers what scientists have learned about keeping safe on the job.
Disaster preparedness ![Disaster Preparedness Disaster Preparedness](//ucanr.edu/sites/ucce_Asistel/files/50262display.jpg)
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Knowing what to expect when an earthquake strikes, how to prepare and what to do after can make the experience less distressing and safer for families. AsisTel gives useful information and advice for living in earthquake-prone California.
College preparation ![Paths to the University Paths to the University](//ucanr.edu/sites/ucce_Asistel/files/50266display.jpg)
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A college education opens the doors to new opportunities. And today, more than ever, it is important to have a college education to be competitive. These messages aim to help parents understand the steps and requirements to get into the University of California.