Key Facts According to Planned Parenthood: The two things you should inspect on a condom wrapper before using one: The expiration date Make sure there’s an air bubble so you…
Read MorePosted in Public Health Matters | February 1, 2023
Key Facts According to the CDC: Bacteria in the mouth produce acid when a person eats sugary foods. This acid eats away minerals from the tooth’s surface, making the tooth…
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Cervical Cancer Awareness Month (January, 2023) Key facts According to the CDC: You can lower your risk for cervical cancer by getting screened regularly, starting at age 21. The HPV…
Read MorePosted in Public Health Matters | January 2, 2023
Radon Awareness Month (January, 2023) Key Facts According to the U.S Environmental Protection Agency: Radon is the leading cause of lung cancer deaths among nonsmokers in America and claims the…
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World AIDS Day – December 1, 2022 Key Facts According to the CDC: Nearly 40% of new HIV infections are transmitted by people who don’t know they have the virus….
Read MorePosted in Public Health Matters | November 29, 2022
National Influenza Vaccination Week – December 5-9, 2022 Key Facts According to the CDC: Influenza (Flu) is a contagious respiratory illness caused by influenza viruses that infect the nose, throat,…
Read MorePosted in Public Health Matters | November 29, 2022
Holiday Safety Tips (December, 2022) The holiday season is a time for enjoying the company of our family and friends, marathon mall shopping to look for that perfect present, office…
Read MorePosted in Public Health Matters | November 29, 2022
Thankful November “When you practice gratefulness, there is a sense of respect toward others” – Dalai Lama What can you be thankful for this November? It can be the littlest…
Read MorePosted in Public Health Matters | October 31, 2022
Open Enrollment 2023 The open enrollment window for the Health Insurance Marketplace runs from November 1, 2022 through January 15, 2023 for the 2023 coverage year. Those with current plans are encouraged…
Read MorePosted in Public Health Matters | October 31, 2022
Great American Smokeout – November 17, 2022 Key Facts According to the American Cancer Society: It’s never too late to quit using tobacco. The sooner you quit, the more you…
Read MorePosted in Public Health Matters | October 31, 2022