Dog or Cat Bite…Now What?
At the health department, we follow up with the person bitten to ensure they have received medical care and have an up to date tetanus vaccination. (Less than 5 years if the wound is deep, [...]
Teen vaccinations; more important than ever.
I was married when I found out I had Human Papillomavirus (HPV). I had no idea what it was, or how I contracted it. What I did know was that it was scary. It required [...]
Meningitis explained–it could save your life.
Meningitis is a disease caused by infection of the fluids in the protective membranes covering the brain and spinal cord. Bacterial Meningitis There are five types of meningitis, but the most dangerous and contagious is [...]
Seasonal Flu Clinics Advancing the Delivery of Colorectal Cancer Screening
The Flu vaccine is recommended for adults every year. Colorectal cancer screening by High-Sensitivity Fecal Occult Blood Test (FOBT) or Fecal Immunochemical Test (FIT) is recommended for adults over 50 years of age every year. [...]
National Infant Immunization Week
National Infant Immunization Week (NIIW) is an annual observance to highlight the importance of protecting infants from vaccine-preventable diseases and to celebrate the achievements of immunization programs in promoting healthy communities throughout the United States. [...]
National Women’s Health & Fitness
Happy National Women’s Health & Fitness Day! Busy women may not have time to work out every day, but there are many factors involved in leading a healthy and happy life. Check out these general [...]
Immunization Myth-Busters
The Top 10 Immunization Myths & Truths Myth #1 The MMR vaccine, Thimerosal preservative, or mercury in vaccines can cause autism Truth: There is no scientific evidence that shows that Thimerosal, a mercury-containing [...]