We provide routine immunizations and tuberculosis screenings for adults and children. Please call for availability.

#HeartDisease is the number 1 killer of women, but there are ways you can lower your risk every day. Take an active role in your health and learn what it takes to keep your #heart healthy. bit.ly/2YCZued CDC Division for Heart Disease & Stroke Prevention

Get Ready for Flu Day is tomorrow! Talk to your healthcare provider about getting your yearly flu vaccine to protect yourself and others. Learn more about flu prevention in our latest blog: ow.ly/5wUx50T38s1 #FluSeason

Septic Smart Week is September 16th-20th.  #DYK what goes down the drain has a big impact on your septic system. Fats, grease, and solids can clog a system’s pipes and drainfield. #SepticSmart

It's Child Passenger Safety Week!  #DYK 74.0% of car seats inspected by Child Passenger Safety Technicians in 2023 were not used correctly.  Visit AAA or exchange.aaa.com/safety/child-p… or more information on car seat safety.

You can download the FEMA App to get alerts about dangerous weather conditions for up to five different US locations in your language, helping you receive local alerts for your family and friends across the country. #NPM2024

A toilet is not a trash can. Disposable diapers and wipes, feminine hygiene products, coffee grounds, cigarette butts, and cat litter can damage a septic system.  Learn more about Septic Smart Week at epa.gov/septic/septics… #SepticSmartWeek #SepticSmart

Data from the National Digital Car Seat Check form shows 43.7% of caregivers are not using the top tether on forward-facing car seats. Need help with your forward-facing car seat? Schedule a free online appointment with a Technician: bit.ly/47IImYa

Don't strain your #drain!  It's Septic Smart Week!  Remember to use water efficiently and stagger use of water-based appliances. Too much water use at once can overload a system that hasn’t been pumped recently.

Septic Smart Week is September 16th-20th.  Contamination can occur when a septic system leaks due to improper maintenance. Be sure your drinking water is safe to drink by testing it regularly. #SepticSmartWeek

In 2023, National Digital Car Seat Check Form data shows 83.5% of forward-facing car seats were not used correctly. Use this checklist and find a seat check event near year to ensure your child is traveling safely: bit.ly/3U0u80h

Sometimes, food poisoning is more than tummy troubles. It can be serious and even life-threatening! Check out these tips to stay safe this National Food Safety Education Month. #NFSEM fda.gov/food/buy-store…

Tree and shrub roots, cars, and livestock can damage your septic drainfield.  Learn more about Septic Smart Week at epa.gov/septic/septics…

Don’t put your child’s safety in jeopardy. Always use a tether with a forward-facing car seat. September is Child Passenger Safety Month, so it’s a great time to pull out your vehicle and car seat manuals and double-check that tether!

September 21st is World Alzheimer's Day. An estimated 6.7 million Americans aged 65 and older are living with #Alzheimer's in 2023. 73% are 75 or older. Do you know the signs of Alzheimer's? Visit bit.ly/4ead6ob for more information. #WorldAlzheimersDay

2023 National Digital Car Seat Check Form data shows 25% of children transitioned to a booster too soon, yet only 2% of car seat checks were for a booster seat. Be sure your child is using a booster seat correctly. Schedule a free online appointment: bit.ly/47IImYa

September is National Suicide Prevention Month. Research shows people who are having thoughts of suicide feel relief when someone asks about them in a caring way.  Findings suggest talking about suicide may reduce rather than increase suicidal ideation. #Bethe1to

#Newborn screening identifies conditions affecting a child's long-term health or survival. Early detection, diagnosis, and #intervention can prevent death or disability and enable children to reach their full potential. Visit cdc.gov/newborn-screen… for more. #newbornscreening

Rabies Awareness Week is September 23rd-29th.  If your pet is attacked or bitten by a wild animal, be sure to report it to your local health department or animal control authorities. vdh.virginia.gov/animal-contact…. #ProtectYourPetsProtectYourself

Three Rivers Health District Office Managers will conduct an all-day training on Friday, September 27th. If you have any needs regarding permit applications and/or payment, please get in touch with your local health department before or after September 27th.