Rural Health
News by Topic: Agricultural health and safety
Dec 23, 2025 - Describes the work conditions putting Colorado farmers at
risk for skin cancer, alongside cancer healthcare access
challenges for rural communities. Notes that skin cancer
caught early is often successfully treated.
Source: KOAA News 5
Dec 17, 2025 - Discusses alpha-gal syndrome, a tickborne allergy to red meat and dairy, and the challenges with cattle farming due to the condition. Describes what is still unknown about the condition as well as the higher risk of tick exposures for livestock producers.
Source: KBIA
Dec 1, 2025 - Offers tips for avoiding grain bin auger incidents, noting that injuries peak between January and June. Explores data showing risk factors for injury related to activity and age.
Source: Indiana Prairie Farmer
Nov 15, 2025 - Profiles a Nebraska family using adaptive farming equipment after a disabling injury. Highlights a program that assists farmers with locating and using adaptive equipment on their farms. Describes the equipment and services needed to continue farming including the role of family caregivers.
Source: Nebraska Examiner