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Learn more about Adrienne DeSutter, a farm wife, mother and podcaster of “Wellness in the Fields,” focused on mental health topics affecting Illinois’ agricultural community.
Virtual event aims to tackle mental health challenges in agricultural communities
Farmers and their families often grapple with various stressors, including financial pressures, unpredictable weather conditions and the isolation of rural living. These challenges can contribute to
Health care webinar on November 2 to support farmers facing difficulties
With harvest season underway across the Prairie State, farmers may feel overworked and overlooked. Their mental health can be affected by stress from debt, production costs, equipment and employee
Online training available to better understand, treat farmers' health issues
A new mental health training resource is available to assist rural health care providers.
Online courses offered to improve rural nursing skills
Nurses who provide care for farmers and workers in the agricultural sector can be better prepared for detecting and treating illnesses specific to the industry through a new educational program offered online.
Farmer mental health initiative highlighted during Mental Health Awareness Month
May is Mental Health Awareness month and also coincides with the spring planting season.
Farm health helpline & service now available statewide
Farming is a challenging and sometimes dangerous business. Weather, machinery, logistics and livestock can cause difficulties within a day’s work. Yet these can pale next to the concerns and stress