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Lynn Kane posted an update in the group
Is our community healthy? 6 years, 1 month agoWhat are the benefits of flu vaccination?
• Flu vaccination can keep you from getting sick with flu.
• Flu vaccination can reduce the risk of flu-associated hospitalization for children, working age adults, and older adults.
• Flu vaccination is an important preventive tool for people with chronic health conditions.
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Lynn Kane posted an update in the group
Is our community healthy? 6 years, 1 month agoOctober and November are great times to get your flu shot!!
Want to see whats going on with the flu across the State?
Check out these web sites…
MDH Fluwatch:
https://phpa.health.maryland.gov/influenza/fluwatch/Pages/Home.aspx
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Brenda Caldwell posted an update in the group
What matters to you? 6 years, 1 month agoWednesday, October 10 is Walk Maryland Day. There are numerous health benefits to walking… it not only strengthens muscles and improves cardiovascular health, it is also good for mental health, as well. Why not make a commitment to get in a short walk each day? Even ten or fifteen minutes makes a difference. Can’t go outside? Walk around…[Read more]
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I like this file, lots of helpful info.
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I just reviewed all the documents and found them useful. Now I have a question. What makes pregnant women at higher risk for STD/STI?
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The pregnant woman who has an untreated STI/STD is placing her fetus at risk. Many of these germs can pass to the baby and cause harm to the baby, and therefore pregnancy is a higher risk category. I do not know of other rationales, maybe we will hear from someone else.
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That makes sense, thanks.
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Lynn Kane posted an update in the group
Is our community healthy? 6 years, 1 month agoCheck out the 2017 Vital Statistics report to see how our community and State are doing in various health measures:
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Lynn Kane posted an update in the group
Is our community healthy? 6 years, 1 month agoDon’t forget Marylander’s and surrounding communities to join for for Walk Maryland Day.
Marylanders Are Challenged To Participate In Walk Maryland Day
Celebrating Our State’s Official Exercise, While Promoting Improved HealthBALTIMORE, MD (Oct. 3, 2018) – Governor Larry Hogan proclaimed Wednesday, Oct. 10, 2018 the fourth annual Walk Mar…[Read more]
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Jennifer Corder uploaded the file: Scientific study detailing plan to eliminate cervical cancer in Australia to
Cancer Screenings Save Lives 6 years, 1 month agoUsing screening (Pap smears) and cervical cancer vaccine (HPV), Australia might be the first place in the world to eliminate cervical cancer.
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Jennifer Corder posted an update in the group
Cancer Screenings Save Lives 6 years, 1 month agoI couldn’t help but take note of this article reporting that Australia envisions virtual elimination of cervical cancer within 20 years!
They are using a 2-pronged approach, with screening being one. The second part is prevention through use of the cervical cancer vaccine.HPV vaccination is through a publicly funded school immunization program…[Read more]
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Wow, that is amazing. I just heard a local gynecologist speak last week, and he says he rarely sees cervical cancer anymore, and when he does, it is usually in women who have put off having pap tests for a long time. Just shows that preventative screenings are working, and the HPV vaccine is just one more tool in the toolshed!!
Thanks for sharing.
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Jennifer Corder posted an update in the group
STD’s and STI’s: What’s going on down there? 6 years, 1 month agoI was thinking it might be good to clarify the distinction between an STD (D for disease) and and STI (I for infection).
A disease is associated with signs or symptoms (in the case of sexually transmitted diseases this can include a discharge, pain with urination, pelvic and abdominal pain, sores, etc).
The fact is, it is possible (and common) to…[Read more]-
I really hope parents and health professionals are helping young to understand this. Thanks.
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Susan Stewart posted an update in the group
What matters to you? 6 years, 1 month agoI’m really glad our community has the opportunity to participate in Resilience: Healing What Ails Us Through Strength, Tenacity & Fellowship. This art exhibition and series of public engagement events aims to reduce stigma associated with substance use and mental health disorders, by sharing stories of resilience, survival and support. Here’s a…[Read more]
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Paula McKenzie posted an update in the group
Cancer Screenings Save Lives 6 years, 1 month agoToday is October 2, and we are kicking off Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Did you know you can reduce your risk of breast cancer. Some risk factors cannot be reduced (such as age), but there are things you can do.
Maintain a healthy weight
Exercise regularly
Limit the amount of alcohol you consume
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