VCHD
@VCHDevv
Vanderburgh County Health Department. Cultivating the health and well-being of Hoosiers in SW Indiana.
You might like
#Measles, mumps, and rubella are three different diseases, and each can be dangerous in different ways. Parents, here’s how you can provide the best protection for your child.
Across the country—and across the world—women continue to earn more leadership positions in various emergency response fields. "Honoring Female First Responders during Women’s History Month," highlights a few of those Hoosier women. #WomensHistoryMonth bit.ly/2IUpMW3
Please help us congratulate Dominique Smith on becoming a new homeowner. Dominique has been a part of the Pre to 3 program since last year. She has been working consistently with Habitat to accomplish one of her goals. Congratulations Habitat on building your 501 home!
A healthy eating plan can help prevent illnesses and keep you feeling great! Learn about some of the benefits of a healthful diet: bit.ly/2TtKmkn #NationalNutritionMonth
Doretha has her hands full of blessings! Doretha is in our Baby & Me Tobacco Free Program, and we are so proud of her for remaining smoke free after the birth of her baby girl!
Time lost is brain lost: every minute counts! If you or someone you know shows symptoms of a #stroke, call 9-1-1 right away. bit.ly/2PqBfyO
Vaccinations aren't only for you and your family. They protect your community This is an old one but still relevant today: "In populations where a large enough proportion of children are not immunized, everyone has a greater risk of catching the disease" buff.ly/2L5m5Ja
Handwashing is one of the best ways to protect yourself and your family from getting sick. Learn when and how you should wash your hands to stay healthy. go.usa.gov/xEnje
Do you know the signs of a heart attack? Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the U.S., so we all need to be aware of the symptoms and act fast by calling 911! #AmericanHeartMonth
February is #AmericanHeartMonth. Each week, we will be sharing facts about #flu and #heartdisease! Heart disease refers to several types of heart conditions and represents the leading cause of death in the U.S. Follow this thread to learn more! 👇
Car crashes are a leading cause of death for children age 1 to 13. Many times deaths and injuries can be prevented by proper use of car seats, boosters and seat belts. Learn more about car seats at ow.ly/CfB930l6leP. #CarSafety
#Glaucoma is a group of diseases that damage the eye’s optic nerve, causing vision loss and blindness. The key to saving your sight is early detection. Find out what symptoms to look for, and how to get treatment: bit.ly/2WtRjAm #GlaucomaAwarenessMonth #WednesdayWisdom
When temperatures drop significantly below normal, staying warm and safe can be a challenge. Learn how to prevent cold-related health problems and protect yourself during frigid conditions. bit.ly/2g0QWf4
New #FluView report: 36 states are reporting widespread flu activity. CDC expects significant #flu activity to continue for weeks. cdc.gov/flu/weekly/
Q: How effective is the #flushot this year? A: There are no estimates for #flu vaccine effectiveness yet this season. How well flu vaccines work can vary, but in recent years flu vaccine has reduced the risk of flu by 40%-60% during well-matched seasons. cdc.gov/flu/profession…
Symptoms of frostbite include white or grayish-yellow skin area; skin that feels unusually firm or waxy and numbness. At the first signs of redness or pain in any skin area, get out of the cold and protect any exposed skin—frostbite may be beginning. bit.ly/2hLnmYI
It is a cold or is it whooping cough (Pertussis)? Don’t hesitate… vaccinate!
#FluTip: This #fluseason, take steps to help stop the spread of germs. 1️⃣ Avoid close contact with people who are sick & stay home if you are sick. 2️⃣ Cover your mouth & nose with a tissue when sneezing or coughing. 3️⃣ Wash your hands often. More tips: cdc.gov/flu/protect/ha…
In observance of Christmas, our offices will be closed Monday December 24 and Tuesday December 25. We will resume regular business hours Wednesday December 26.
United States Trends
- 1. LINGORM FAN MEET IN SG N/A
- 2. #LingOrm2ndFMinSingapore N/A
- 3. Luka N/A
- 4. Dr Pepper N/A
- 5. Clippers N/A
- 6. Tucker N/A
- 7. Manon N/A
- 8. #DistrictV N/A
- 9. #GMMTVFANFEST2026JP N/A
- 10. #SmackDown N/A
- 11. Huckabee N/A
- 12. $Lobstar N/A
- 13. #LakeShow N/A
- 14. Batum N/A
- 15. Ayton N/A
- 16. MARCUS SMART N/A
- 17. Kris Dunn N/A
- 18. Abraham N/A
- 19. Austin Reaves N/A
- 20. Sami N/A
Something went wrong.
Something went wrong.