As we close out the year, Health + Nutrition First is proud to reflect on a year defined by meaningful partnerships, thoughtful analysis, and tangible progress toward healthier, more equitable communities. This year marked continued growth in both the depth and scope of our work, supporting organizations, coalitions, and public health leaders as they navigated complex challenges through collaboration, evidence, and systems-level solutions. In alignment with our values, we wer

Every fall, when the air turns crisp and the leaves start to change, I find myself thinking of my mom. October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, a time that carries deep meaning for me, and a time when I pause to honor her strength, as well as the courage of so many others who have faced this disease. As we reach the end of this month, my thoughts are with all of you who are walking this journey right now, whether it’s your own diagnosis or that of someone you love. And for t

Guest blog by Nicole Starrett, MPH Student at the University of South Dakota On August 5, 2025, I had the pleasure of attending the South...

Endless cornfields, warm smiles from strangers, and long days on my bike, RAGBRAI was more than just a ride across Iowa . It was a...