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March is National Nutrition Month, which invites everyone to learn about informed food choices and develop healthy eating and physical activity habits. There is no one-size-fits-all approach to nutrition and health. We are all unique with different bodies, goals, backgrounds, and tastes! A Registered Dietitian Nutritionist can tailor a healthful eating plan that is as special as you are.+Cook and Prep: Learn skills to create tasty meals to share and enjoy+Meal Planning: Enjoy eating healthfully at school, work, and home+Vary Your Diet: Eat a variety of nutritious foods every day+Visit an RDN: See a Registered Dietitian NutritionistWorking Food offers open air and online farmers markets on alternating Thursdays, 4:00 PM to 6:30 PM to you get access with fresh produce from local farmers. |
HealthStreet continues to serve you with our dedicated Community Health Workers (CHWs). This week our team will be at the following locations, in addition to other places:+ Oaks Church Food Distribution+Library Partnership+Grace MarketplaceEach week, CHWs are all over the city providing FREE health resources, like Deterra™ Deactivation Bags and NARCAN® Nasal Spray, blood pressure checks, referrals, help you know which research studies you may be eligible for, and sign you up to become a HealthStreet member.
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If you missed our Community Health Workers while they were on outreach, stop by HealthStreet at 2401 SW Archer Rd, Gainesville, FL 32608. Our hours of operation are Monday through Friday, 10 AM to 4 PM. We offer a clothing and toiletry closet, and we can provide you with health-related resources and referrals.
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Every month, HealthStreet hosts a variety of services, Community Health Worker outreach efforts, classes, support groups, and events that aim to better the community's health! Check out our March calendar here. |
HealthStreet welcomes our newest Community Health Worker, Suzanne Sharpe."Hi everyone! My name is Suzie and I am the newest community health worker here at HealthStreet. I really enjoy meeting so many different people, hearing their stories, and having the opportunity to share research studies and resources that may be beneficial. I look forward to meeting more of you and hearing about your experiences as well!"
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University of Florida’s STEM Translational Communication Center and UF Health Cancer Center will discuss barriers and options to colon cancer screenings, information about microbiomes, and share resources to participate in cancer research…READ MORE » |
The CTSI Clinical Research Vehicle Staff and UF HealthStreet Community Health Workers are taking service on the road! Visit us Tuesday, March 30th from 11 AM to 2 PM at Headquarters Library for blood pressure screenings, referrals, learn about research studies you can participate in, and more! Call 352-294-4880 for more information. |
Interested in participating in research?Here are a few studies that you can participate in now:+The Role of Parents in Physical Activity Engagement among Adolescents with Comorbid Asthma and Obesity (Children with Asthma & Obesity) study identifying caregiver-level barriers to and facilitators of physical activity among youth with asthma and obesity. Eligible participants must be a caregiver, 18-85 years of age, of a child 13-18 years of age that is diagnosed with asthma and has a BMI at or above the 85th percentile. +The To Determine the Activity and Mechanisms of Cranberries to Attenuate Skin Photoaging and Improve Skin Health in Women study is determining whether cranberry juice improves skin health in women. Eligible participants must be 45-65 years old, female, White, at least 110 pounds, and have a BMI of 18.5-29.9.If you are interested in hearing about these or other studies, contact our Study Navigator, Sara, at 352-294-4873.
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Do you or someone you know have cancer? We'd love to talk about opportunities to participate in research. Please share this link to become a member and learn about cancer screenings. |
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