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Why Back-to-School Immunizations Matter
As families anticipate another new school year, student registration and shopping for required supplies often top the to-do list. In addition, parents and guardians in Illinois need to ensure their student is up to date with the minimum required vaccines. Learn More >
Bats play an important role in our environment by helping control mosquito and insect populations. However, they can also carry rabies, making it important to avoid direct contact with them.
Our latest article explains what to do if you encounter a bat, when medical attention may be needed, and how to help keep bats out of your home safely. Click on the image below for the information.
Bats and Rabies: A Public Health Concern | Moultrie County Health Department
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Bats play a significant role in our ecosystem, but can also carry diseases, including rabies. Why do we care if Bats have Rabies? Bats are a vital part of our ecosystem. They eat disease-carrying mosq...
Preparing for a power outage means thinking about more than electricity—it also means thinking about safety.
Portable generators should always be used outdoors and well away from your home to help prevent carbon monoxide poisoning. Installing and maintaining battery-operated carbon monoxide detectors can provide an early warning if dangerous levels of carbon monoxide are present.
Today's graphic shares a few simple reminders that could save lives.
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Families sometimes don't realize they're already eligible for WIC.
If your infant has Medicaid, you may qualify for WIC and the valuable nutrition and family support services the program provides.
Contact the Moultrie County Health Department's WIC office at (217) 728-4114 to learn more about your benefits and how to enroll.
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Local. Affordable. Convenient. MCHD lab services are available on M-W each week. The schedule is listed below. Call (217) 728-4114 to schedule your appointment and take an important step toward better health. More information is available at www.moultriehealth.org/news/lab-services-at-the-moultrie-county-health-department/.
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Summer heat doesn't just affect people—it affects mosquitoes, too.
Hot weather can help mosquitoes reproduce more quickly, extend their breeding season, and increase their feeding activity. Fortunately, there are practical steps you can take to protect yourself and your family.
Click on the image below to read this week's article to learn how hot weather influences mosquito activity and what you can do to reduce your risk.
How Does Hot Weather Affect Mosquitoes? | Moultrie County Health Department
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You may be surprised to learn how hot weather affects mosquito activity and the risk of West Nile virus transmission. Mosquito reproduction. July 2023 was one of the hottest months on record. Did you ...0 CommentsComment on Facebook
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