Lab Services at the Moultrie County Health Department
The Moultrie County Health Department (MCHD) now offers laboratory diagnostic testing services as a more affordable option for individuals needing lab work.
Keep Your Fourth of July Celebration Safe: Five Poison Prevention Tips for Families
As you gear up to celebrate Independence Day with family and friends, it’s important to be mindful of potential poisoning hazards that can occur. IPC is sharing some of the most common or dangerous poisonings reported on this holiday weekend.
Child Safety Seat Program Strives to Protect Children
Child safety seats and boosters are designed to protect infant and child automobile passengers. Sadly, Car crashes are a leading cause of death for children ages 1 to 13. Learn more about car seat safety.
CodeRED: Moultrie County’s Emergency Warning System
CodeRED is an emergency alerting service available to all Moultrie County residents and businesses. This secure service is provided at no charge and is coordinated through the Moultrie County Emergency Services Disaster Agency (ESDA).
Skin Cancer: Learning How to Protect Yourself
Over time, too much UV exposure from the sun or artificial sources, like tanning beds or sun lamps, can contribute to the development of skin cancer. Continued time in the sun can further increase skin cancer risk.
Heat Safety: Protecting Yourself During Hot Summer Weather
Summer’s long days and sweltering heat pose potential health and safety risks. This is especially true for those who work outside or live in conditions where there is little relief from the sun and heat of the season. Heat safety is essential to make the most of the summer months while protecting ourselves and our families from heat-related illnesses.
The Loneliness Epidemic: Are We Willing to Solve this Problem?
Loneliness is a widespread issue affecting people of all ages and backgrounds. While it can be challenging to admit feeling lonely, it is essential to recognize that loneliness is a typical human experience.
Prioritizing Women’s Health: Self-care and Healthy Choices Matter
The following information is provided to help women of all ages prioritize four critical components of health care for themselves and the other women in their lives.
West Nile Virus: Prevention Tips as Mosquitos Become Active
Approximately 80 percent of people bitten by an infected mosquito have no disease symptoms. However, the remaining 20% could experience a wide range of symptoms. Once a WNV-infected mosquito has bitten an individual, symptoms usually begin within 3-14 days. In humans, mild cases of WNV may cause a slight fever or headache.
Public Health Officials Warn of Salmonella Outbreak and Recall Linked to Gold Medal Brand Flour
General Mills issued a voluntary nationwide recall of two, five, and 10-pound bags of its Gold Medal Unbleached and Bleached All Purpose Flour with a “Better if Used By” date of March 27, 2024, and March 28, 2024. No other types of Gold Medal Flour are affected by this recall at this time.