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November 19th Marks the Great American Smokeout!
(Posted on 11/9/2009)
Every year, Americans celebrate their health by quitting smoking (at least for a day). Here's how the American Cancer Society, Quitline Iowa, and Louisa County Extension are ready to help you make the change!

News from Iowa State University Extension

In Times of Stress, Manage Conflict, Don’t Blame — and Call Iowa Concern
(Posted on 11/16/2009)
The coordinator of Iowa State University Extension’s Iowa Concern Hotline offers tips to keep conflict positive when dealing with stress and economic hard times.
ISU Extension Offers Resources for Farmers Under Stress
(Posted on 10/30/2009)
Local ISU Extension offices can provide a gateway to a wide variety of resources available to help farm families deal with challenging times.
Iowans Say Changes Due to Recession and Community Education Are Permanent
(Posted on 10/30/2009)
Iowans are making spending changes during the recession that may become permanent, according to a recent national poll. At the same time they are willing to help people who are struggling, as exemplified in Iowa's Horizons communities.

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Mary Crooks-Family Life Program Specialist
Phone: (319) 523-2371
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Email: mcrooks@iastate.edu

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Phone: 319 523-2371
Fax: 391 523-2375
Email: esthere@iastate.edu

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