Community Impact, Page 5

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July 1, 2020

School of Medicine launches Clinical Rural Immersion Program

The program exposes future health care leaders to rural medicine in the hope of combatting Missouri’s ongoing rural doctor shortage. 
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June 29, 2020

A taste of Mizzou

Despite a pandemic, Mizzou’s executive chef connects with the community by livestreaming from his home kitchen.
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June 26, 2020

Helping rural Missouri plan ahead for a pandemic

Planning ahead for a pandemic — or any disaster situation — is costly and complex. Now, Mizzou researchers are hoping to take the guesswork out of it for Missouri’s smaller communities.
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June 25, 2020

Missouri Food Finder connects consumers and safe local food options

The COVID-19 pandemic has created an opportune time for farmers to promote and consumers to discover the value of local food. The Missouri Food Finder helps make the connection easier.

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June 24, 2020

First-generation student intends to pay it forward

An MU medical student and scholarship recipient wants to help build a diverse medical community while serving underrepresented populations. 
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June 17, 2020

Macon County 4-H club transitions to remote learning during COVID-19

The challenges of COVID-19 have inspired 4-H leaders and volunteers to figure out how to creatively update and deliver programs to 4-H youths across Missouri.
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June 12, 2020

What to know about antibody testing

As states and cities ease restrictions and businesses reopen, antibody testing has increasingly become a hot topic.

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June 11, 2020

Helping kids

FACE program founded by MU counselors helps children and their families during COVID crisis
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June 10, 2020

Killer vaccines? Social media messages influence parents about HPV

MU media expert finds social media use is associated with belief that HPV vaccine is lethal in children
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June 10, 2020

Reduce food waste to save money

With the COVID-19 pandemic causing disruptions in the food supply chain, it’s more important than ever to reduce food waste. A food safety specialist offers these tips.