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Hands Only CPR for Heart Month

2/20/2024

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Cell Phone Germs

1/10/2024

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How to Give an Epi Pen

12/19/2023

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Covid-19, just what is it?

5/1/2020

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Handwashing

5/1/2020

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Covid 19 Updates

3/17/2020

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The situation happening in our world today is constantly updating and changing. Please follow legitimate news sources and websites to be kept well informed. 

DON'T panic. Stay informed and stay calm.

Avoid going into public places unless you absolutely need to, like going to the grocery store or going to work.

If you are ill, stay home and take care of yourself.

Remember: the symptoms of Covid 19 are similar to the flu
         -fever
         -cough
         -shortness of breath

If you experience shortness of breath, seek medical care.

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February is Heart Month!

2/20/2020

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​What is heart month, you ask? Hearth month, similar to diabetes awareness or cancer awareness months, is a time dedicated to bringing awareness to cardiac, or heart, issues. Heart issues can affect anyone of any age. Some people are more at risk, whether it be related to genetic risk factors or preventable risk factors. 

What are genetic risk factors?

-Certain genetic disorders/syndromes
-Family history of heart disease

What are preventable risk factors?

​-Poor diet
-Lack of exercise
-Nicotine use

What can I do to prevent anything from happening to me?

See the Heart Risk Assessment Form under the Forms section of this website. Fill it out and take it with you to an appointment with your doctor. They’ll take it from there.
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It’s never too early to be concerned about your heart health!

What can I do to help?

​-Help raise awareness of heart disease
-Do your research and share your findings with your family and friends
-Consider becoming CPR/AED certified
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FLU SEASON

1/8/2020

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Flu season is upon us! West Virginia is currently seeing wide-spread reports of the flu. The flu can make you feel down-right awful, and no one wants it. So what can you do to prevent flu from happening to you?

1. WASH YOUR HANDS!
       Warm water and soap. Rub hands together for at least 20 seconds!

2. Cover your cough!
        Use your sleeve or your elbow to cough.

3. Get the flu vaccine.
        It isn't too late! Stop by your pharmacy or doctor's office.
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"Uh-Oh, I think I've got the flu! Now what?"

Symptoms of the flu include sudden onset of:
+Fever (100.4 or higher)
+Body aches
+Fatigue
+Dry cough/Sore throat with no congestion

If you suspect you have the flu, you should take steps to care for yourself until you are better.
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-Stay home when you are sick! You should be fever free for 24 hours before returning to work or school.
-Drink plenty of fluids. Hot or cold, it doesn't matter, just stay hydrated!
-Get lots of rest. Your body needs to take time to recover.
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Diabetes Awareness Month

11/15/2019

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Did you know??
    -1.25 MILLION Americans have been diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes
      -Diabetes is a condition that happens when the body does not produce or does not use a hormone called insulin correctly.
       -Insulin is what turns the food we eat into the energy our bodies use!

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Do you know someone who has diabetes? Or maybe you've been out to eat and have seen someone poking their finger? Diabetes affects over 30 million people in the United States. There are different types of diabetes, and there is no cure.

Having diabetes means constantly checking blood sugar levels, counting carbs, and calculating insulin dosages. It's a lot of work!


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Fire Safety Tips

10/15/2019

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Since this week is Fire Prevention Week, and October is Fire Safety Awareness month, I thought fire safety might be a good topic to choose for this month's post. Especially given that the statewide fire ban due to drought conditions was just lifted.

The question is, what can you do to help prevent a fire in your home or neighborhood?
Have working smoke alarms in your home.
Did you know having a working smoke alarm in your home decreases chance of death in a house fire by 50%?
              -Change the batteries in your smoke alarm AT LEAST once a year.
-Test your smoke alarm once a month by pressing the "TEST" button.
          -If you can't afford smoke alarms, come see me. There are plenty of resources available!
Be cautious with open flames.
-Be sure to put out all open flames (candles, camp fires, etc) before leaving or going to bed.
-Keep candles at least 12 inches away from anything that can catch fire.
-Keep outside fire pit areas clear of dry leaves and brush.
-If burning outside, keep a water source nearby in case of emergencies.
Have an escape route.
-Have a plan in place in case you ever need it.
-If at all possible, have TWO ways out of your home.
-Have a designated area to meet up with your family outside the home.

Have a fire extinguisher.
And know how to use it!
Remember:

P- Pull the Pin                                     
A- Aim at the base of the fire             
S- Squeeze the handle                       
S- Sweep the nozzle back and forth
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