Week 2 of #SIDSAwarenessMonth will focus on using a firm, flat surface in a safety-approved crib for your baby. Make sure this space is covered by a fitted sheet, free of soft and loose bedding, crib bumpers, stuffed animals, and toys.

Week 3 of Breast Cancer Awareness Month will focus on screening for breast cancer. The most common type of breast cancer screening is a mammogram, which is an x-ray of the breast. Regular mammograms can help detect breast cancer early.

For week 3 of #SIDSAwarenessMonth, we will talk about the importance of sharing your room with your baby. Keep your baby close to your bed, but on a separate surface, such as their own crib or bassinet. Room sharing can help reduce the risk of SIDS.

We are currently waiting on full approval from the Indiana department of health for recommendations and guidance to be able to administer the Moderna Booster vaccine. As we receive more clarity and supplies from the State, we will be sure to let our community know.

The final week of Breast Cancer Awareness Month will focus on breast cancer treatments. There are different kinds of treatment such as surgery, chemotherapy, hormone therapy, biological theory, and radiation. Talk with your doctors about what may be the best treatment option.

The last week of #SIDSAwarenessMonth will talk about breastfeeding and how it can reduce the risk of SIDS. Babies who breastfeed or are fed breast milk are at a lower risk for SIDS. Be sure to practice safe sleep while feeding your baby to help reduce the risk of SIDS.

Today is the first week of Lung Cancer Awareness Month! November is dedicated to increasing awareness about this disease and increasing awareness and support for lunch cancer research. To learn more about lung cancer, visit the website for Lung Cancer Foundation of America.

This week is the first week of American Diabetes Month! One problem that those with diabetes face is resources. Did you know 1 in 4 insulin dependent people ration their insulin because of high costs? It is important to work to make healthcare resources accessible to all.

Today is the start of week 2 of Lung Cancer Awareness Month. Did you know that 65% of new cases of lung cancer are from smokers and people who have never smoked? People who have never smoked may be receiving a lung cancer diagnosis because of environmental toxins.

For the second week of American Diabetes Month, we will focus on the impact of COVID-19. Raising awareness can help our community receive access to affordable care, including insulin, testing, and more. Learn more about COVID-19 and diabetes below: diabetes.org/coronavirus-co…

This is week 3 of Lung Cancer Awareness Month! Did you know lung cancer has the lowest survival rate among the common cancers? This may be due to late diagnoses, as fewer than 1 in 7 people will receive a diagnosis in the first stage of lung cancer, when it is most treatable.

This week is the third week of American Diabetes Month. People with diabetes can prevent future complications by living healthy and staying well. Nutrition, physical activity, and mental health management are important for healthy living and for the ability to thrive.

Today is World Pancreatic Cancer Day! Today is dedicated to bringing greater attention to pancreatic cancer and working toward better outcomes for those who suffer from this disease. To learn more about how you can get involved, check out the link below: …cd.worldpancreaticcancercoalition.org

This is the last week of Lung Cancer Awareness Month! Our final facts for this month are about lung cancer survivors. Early detection can be done using a low dose CT scan and can decrease cancer mortality rates by 14-20% in high risk populations.

This is the final week of American Diabetes Month. We will be discussing how to raise awareness for people who are living with diabetes. Ways to spread awareness include utilizing social media and getting involved in events. Visit diabetes.org/get-involved for more information.

Today we celebrate World AIDS Day. We celebrate this day every year to bring attention to the HIV epidemic, increase awareness and knowledge about HIV, speak out against stigma, and call others to action in ending the HIV epidemic in America.

Today begins National Handwashing Awareness Week! Effective handwashing includes: 1. Wet your hands with clean water 2. Lather your hands with soap and rub them together 3. Scrub your hands for 20 seconds 4. Rinse your hands with clean water 5. Dry your hands with a clean towel

CDC has shortened the recommended time for #COVID19 isolation and quarantine. Learn more about what to do if you test positive or have close contact with someone who tested positive for COVID-19: bit.ly/3qv1W5L.

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High blood pressure control is within our reach. Check out CDC Division for Heart Disease & Stroke Prevention’s #HeartMonth toolkits to empower others on their journey to control and better heart health. We’ve got this! cdc.gov/heartmonth fb.watch/b0YFmPRTBH/ via facebookwatch