As of October 6, 2023, the U.S. government no longer covers the COVID-19 vaccine costs. All pharmacies and healthcare providers must now purchase the vaccine commercially and pass those costs on to the individuals who receive it.
The Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) program is considered one of the nation's most successful and cost-effective public health nutrition programs. Funded by the U.S. Department of Agriculture, WIC’s mission is to safeguard the health of women, infants, and children under age 5 who are otherwise at nutrition risk.
The Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) program is considered one of the nation's most successful and cost-effective public health nutrition programs. Funded by the U.S. Department of Agriculture, WIC’s mission is to safeguard the health of women, infants, and children under age 5 who are otherwise at nutrition risk.
Emerging research and existing data continue to shed light on the crucial role of proper nutrition in supporting overall student well-being. Researchers are still working to prove the connection between nutrition and student performance. However, current studies strongly suggest that students with a balanced diet are more likely to achieve academically and athletically.
The US and CDC has taken a giant leap forward in ensuring all individuals have access to the 2023-24 COVID-19 vaccine by launching the Bridge Access Program. The Bridge Access Program offers a lifeline to adults without health insurance and those whose insurance doesn't cover the total cost of COVID-19 vaccines.
As autumn approaches, the need to stay vigilant against respiratory illnesses like COVID-19, Influenza, and RSV (respiratory syncytial virus) remains critical. Fortunately, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the CDC Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) have recently approved new vaccines to safeguard the U.S. population from these potentially deadly viral illnesses.
July 2023 was one of the hottest months on record. Did you know that mosquitoes seek blood meals more often and tend to reproduce faster in hot weather?
Here are a few tips on grilling food safely, water and swimming safety, and how to monitor air quality.
One of the best ways to help protect children, from birth to age 18 and beyond, is to ensure they have their recommended immunizations before the new school year begins. The Moultrie County Health Department (MCHD) will conduct Back-to-School Immunization Clinics during August.
WAND-TV recently reported that the Macon Mosquito Abatement District (MMAD) received confirmation of West Nile virus (WNV) positive mosquitoes in Macon County. As of July 13, 2023, WNV has been identified in sixteen Illinois counties.