Bird flu is found in wild birds throughout the world and is currently spreading in the United States’ poultry population. It has also adapted and spread to cows. There is one current human case in a U.S. dairy worker. Bird flu does not normally infect humans, but rare human infections occur in people who have […]
Did you know that about one out of every three unvaccinated people in the United States will develop shingles in their lifetime? Shingles is a viral infection that causes a very painful rash. Sometimes the pain can last long after the rash is gone. Shingles can be prevented with a vaccine. You are at risk […]
It’s almost summer, and it’s time to think about tick protection. Ticks in PA carry Lyme Disease, which is a mild illness for most people but can have serious complications such as arthritis. If you walk, hike, or play in wooded or grassy places, you could be bitten by a tick. The average size of […]
The Centers for Disease Control have a campaign called “Let’s Stop HIV Together.” One way to help stop HIV is by knowing early when you have the virus. Then, you can get treated for the virus and make it so you can’t give it to anyone else. To help with this, you can now get […]
Are you prepared for an emergency? Having an emergency kit available to help you through a huge snow storm, a power outage, or other emergency can help you save money in the long run. Things to have in your kit are bottles of water and non-perishable food, an extra cell phone battery or power bank, […]
Immunizations, including the COVID vaccines, are an important part of keeping yourself, your family, and your community healthy. Many immunizations are required for school, including for college. Adults may need a tetanus booster if it’s been more than 10 years since your last one. Older adults need additional immunizations, such as for shingles or pneumonia. Everyone […]
July is a time for fireworks, but it’s important to pay attention to safety when using them! Many, many people visit the emergency room because of injuries caused by fireworks. Injuries can occur to fingers and hands, as well as eyes when sparks fly. Burns can also happen. If you’re going to be lighting fireworks, […]
While warm weather makes for fun activities, it also brings out mosquitos. Mosquitos are active in the early morning and evening. Mosquitos do not just make itchy, annoying bites. They can carry disease such as West Nile Virus, which can be serious. To protect yourself from these pesky critters, use an EPA approved insect repellant when you are […]
As we now have summer-time weather, we are outside more often! It’s important to remember that we need to protect ourselves from the sun! To protect your skin from too much sun, you can: Limit the time you are outside between 11 and 2, when the sun is at its brightest. Wear sunscreen when you […]
