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Ellis County extension rolls out prenatal, hypertension and wellness programs for 2025
Summary
Cottonwood Extension District outlined classes and community events for 2025 including a four‑month hypertension self‑monitoring program, a new six‑week "Becoming a Mom" prenatal series with incentives and a community baby shower on April 5 that will distribute portable cribs.
Monique Kerner, Cottonwood Extension District family and community wellness agent, told the Ellis County Commission on Jan. 21 that the extension is expanding health and early‑childhood services in 2025.
Kerner said the district will run a four‑month hypertension awareness and prevention program beginning in February for people diagnosed with high blood pressure or on hypertension medication. Participants will receive a validated home blood‑pressure monitor and meet with Kerner for coaching sessions twice a month; monthly nutrition classes are also planned. "They will receive a free validated blood pressure monitor," Kerner…
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