Clemson Extension Services-Bamberg County Rural Health and Nutrition

08/30/2026

Nutrition labels can help you make healthier choices 🛒🥗 Check serving sizes, calories, fat, added sugars, and sodium, to compare foods and drinks. Learn more: https://www.cdc.gov/healthy-weight-growth/healthy-eating/nutrition-label.html: https://bit.ly/4bDgQgV

08/27/2026

🚸 Safety first! New crosswalks near Marlboro County High School are helping create a safer environment for students and pedestrians in the community.

Check out the story below!

As students begin a new school year, a Clemson Extension-led project is helping drivers and pedestrians navigate a busy intersection.

08/23/2026

🌿🍎 Enjoy the bounty of farm-fresh fruits and vegetables available at your local market. These nutritious powerhouses can help you achieve a balanced diet and improve your overall health. Find out what’s in season🍅🥕🌽 with this helpful guide: https://snaped.fns.usda.gov/resources/nutrition-education-materials/seasonal-produce-guide

08/21/2026

Physical activity can help older adults with chronic conditions or disabilities feel stronger, improve balance, reduce fall risk, and support mental health 💙 This National Senior Citizens Day, encourage safe movement and healthy aging. Learn more: https://www.cdc.gov/physical-activity-basics/adding-older-adults/index.html

08/13/2026

In an emergency, breastfeeding remains one of the safest ways to feed your baby. Breast milk provides nutrition and helps protect against illnesses, especially when clean water may be limited.
Be prepared:
✔️ Wash hands with clean water and soap (if no soap and safe water are available, use hand sanitizer)
✔️ Know how to hand express milk
✔️ Stay with your baby when possible
Learn more about breastfeeding during disasters: https://www.cdc.gov/breastfeeding/php/guidelines-recommendations/feeding-your-child-safely-during-a-disaster.html

08/11/2026

Is my baby getting enough to eat? Am I breastfeeding correctly? During National Breastfeeding Month, see answers to these and other common questions about breastfeeding newborns. https://www.cdc.gov/infant-toddler-nutrition/breastfeeding/newborn-basics.html

08/05/2026

🧴🌎 Microplastics are all around us—but what do they mean for our health? Learn what current research says, where microplastics are commonly found, and practical steps you can take to reduce your exposure. Stay informed with this helpful article from Clemson Rural Health ➡️
https://blogs.clemson.edu/ruralhealth/microplastics-and-health-what-you-need-to-know/
(📷 Image Credit: RHN Team Picture Bank)

08/02/2026

Join the Clemson Extension Team!
Are you passionate about improving the health and well-being of rural communities? Clemson University Cooperative Extension is hiring a Rural Health Agent to serve Orangeburg and Colleton counties.
In this role, you'll help educate, support, and connect communities through health and nutrition programs, outreach, and local partnerships that make a lasting impact.

Ready to make a difference?
Learn more and apply:
🔗 https://clemson.wd12.myworkdayjobs.com/Clemson_Careers/job/-/Rural-Health-Agent_JR-10126
Know someone who would be a great fit? Share this opportunity with them!

07/29/2026

What counts as “moderate” vs. “vigorous” physical activity? 🤔
Moderate activity gets your heart beating faster, but you can still talk (like brisk walking or biking). Vigorous activity makes it hard to say more than a few words (like running or fast cycling).
Both count toward better health. 💪
Learn more:🔗 https://www.cdc.gov/physical-activity-basics/measuring/index.html

07/26/2026

🌟Happy National Parents Day! 🌟
Celebrate the incredible role parents play in shaping children's health and well-being. From preparing nutritious meals 🥦 to encouraging active play 🏃‍♀️, here are some tips for parents to promote healthy routines:🔗 https://www.cdc.gov/healthy-weight-growth/tips-parents-caregivers/