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Benton-Franklin Health District

@bfhd

Two-county health district in south central Washington State. We work to Prevent Illness and Injury, Promote Healthy Behaviors, and Protect Our Community.

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Who do you wear it for? Remember, when you #WearIt, it’s not just to protect you – it’s to protect your loved ones and set the example. #WearIt.

Who do you wear it for? Remember, when you #WearIt, it’s not just to protect you – it’s to protect your loved ones and set the example. #WearIt.
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Spring cleaning isn’t just about dust bunnies—it's your first line of defense against mice and other pests! Seal cracks, store food tightly, and clear out clutter to keep your space healthy and pest-free.

Spring cleaning isn’t just about dust bunnies—it's your first line of defense against mice and other pests!
Seal cracks, store food tightly, and clear out clutter to keep your space healthy and pest-free.
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Memorial Day – Monday, May 26, 2025 BFHD offices will be closed on Monday, May 26. We will resume regular hours the following day.

Memorial Day – Monday, May 26, 2025
BFHD offices will be closed on Monday, May 26. We will resume regular hours the following day.
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💧 Lead can enter drinking water through old pipes & fixtures. Even small amounts can be harmful—especially for kids. At home, you can: 🔹 Run cold water 1–2 min 🔹 Use a certified filter 🔹 Test your water More from BFHD: bfhd.wa.gov/programs_servi… #SafeWater #LeadAwareness #BFHD

💧 Lead can enter drinking water through old pipes & fixtures. Even small amounts can be harmful—especially for kids.

At home, you can:
🔹 Run cold water 1–2 min
🔹 Use a certified filter
🔹 Test your water

More from BFHD: bfhd.wa.gov/programs_servi…
#SafeWater #LeadAwareness #BFHD
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🌱 Some WA soils may contain lead from old paint or past pesticides. Gardening safely is easy: ✔ Use raised beds ✔ Wash your veggies ✔ Wear gloves More tips from BFHD: bfhd.wa.gov/programs_servi… #LeadAwareness #GardenSafe #BFHD

🌱 Some WA soils may contain lead from old paint or past pesticides.

Gardening safely is easy:
✔ Use raised beds
✔ Wash your veggies
✔ Wear gloves

More tips from BFHD: bfhd.wa.gov/programs_servi…
#LeadAwareness #GardenSafe #BFHD
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📅 Save the date! Community Health Improvement Week is June 9–13, 2025. At BFHD, we’re proud to support local efforts that build a healthier community. Learn about our CHIP work here: bfhd.wa.gov/data_reports/c… #CHIWeek2025 #BFHD #CommunityHealth

📅 Save the date! Community Health Improvement Week is June 9–13, 2025.
At BFHD, we’re proud to support local efforts that build a healthier community.
Learn about our CHIP work here: bfhd.wa.gov/data_reports/c…
#CHIWeek2025 #BFHD #CommunityHealth
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In or out of school, there’s no limit to what your mind can do. You can keep on learning, remember it all, and protect your brain from the things that could weaken it—like marijuana.

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You’ve got this. Take it one minute, one hour, one day at a time. Visit quitnow.net/washington text READY to 34191, or call 1-800-QUIT-NOW.

You’ve got this. Take it one minute, one hour, one day at a time. Visit quitnow.net/washington text READY to 34191, or call 1-800-QUIT-NOW.
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🚫 It’s not just “weed” or “pot” — call it what it is: cannabis. It can change how your brain works, especially if you’re under 21. 🎓 Stay sharp. Stay focused. Stay you. #CallItCannabis #StaySharp #YouthPrevention #CannabisFacts #BrainHealth

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💧 Keeping nutrients out of our waterways is everyone’s responsibility. Small actions = big impact. Watch this quick video to see how you can help: youtu.be/2e60gGBssf0?si… #CleanWaterStartsWithYou #WaterQuality #EnvironmentalHealth

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😩 Feeling stressed? Don’t let it take over. 💨 Step away, clear your mind, and move your body: 🚶‍♂️ Take a walk 🚴‍♀️ Hop on a bike 🛹 Grab your board and skate it out Movement = mood booster. You got this. ✨

😩 Feeling stressed? Don’t let it take over.
💨 Step away, clear your mind, and move your body:

🚶‍♂️ Take a walk
🚴‍♀️ Hop on a bike
🛹 Grab your board and skate it out

Movement = mood booster. You got this. ✨
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☀️ School’s out—let’s keep summer safe! Lead can hide in: 🏠 Old playgrounds 🏕️ Campsites 🎣 Fishing gear Learn how to protect your kids this summer: 19january2017snapshot.epa.gov/lead/protect-y… #LeadAwareness #SummerSafety #BFHD

☀️ School’s out—let’s keep summer safe!

Lead can hide in:
🏠 Old playgrounds
🏕️ Campsites
🎣 Fishing gear

Learn how to protect your kids this summer: 19january2017snapshot.epa.gov/lead/protect-y…
#LeadAwareness #SummerSafety #BFHD
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Independence Day – Friday, July 4, 2025 BFHD offices will be closed on Friday, July 4. We wish you a safe and enjoyable Independence Day!

Independence Day – Friday, July 4, 2025
BFHD offices will be closed on Friday, July 4. We wish you a safe and enjoyable Independence Day!
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Yakama Nation is hosting a FREE walk-in dental clinic July 11–13, 9AM–4PM in Toppenish! ✅ Fillings, cleanings, extractions 👶 Pediatric care 💇 Free haircuts 🩺 BP & A1C checks 🚿 Showers on-site 📍600 N. Meyers Rd.

Yakama Nation is hosting a FREE walk-in dental clinic July 11–13, 9AM–4PM in Toppenish!
✅ Fillings, cleanings, extractions
👶 Pediatric care
💇 Free haircuts
🩺 BP & A1C checks
🚿 Showers on-site
📍600 N. Meyers Rd.
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🐾 Bandit’s reading the sign before a swim—smart pup! 💧🐶 Toxic algae can harm pets who drink or play near the river. 👏 Thanks to VCA Southridge for spreading the word! ✅ Avoid scum & brown-tan clumps, rinse off, and wash up after river time.

🐾 Bandit’s reading the sign before a swim—smart pup! 💧🐶 Toxic algae can harm pets who drink or play near the river.
👏 Thanks to VCA Southridge for spreading the word!
✅ Avoid scum & brown-tan clumps, rinse off, and wash up after river time.
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🚧 As Costco’s new Richland store gets ready to open, huge kudos to our Food Safety Team! 👏 Tressa put in 20+ hours on reviews, inspections & prep—with Lesley right alongside her. This is public health in action. 💪 #PublicHealthMatters #BehindTheScenes

🚧 As Costco’s new Richland store gets ready to open, huge kudos to our Food Safety Team!

👏 Tressa put in 20+ hours on reviews, inspections & prep—with Lesley right alongside her.

This is public health in action. 💪
#PublicHealthMatters #BehindTheScenes
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Simple, low-cost way to clear wildfire smoke from your home! This video shows an easy DIY solution to help improve indoor air quality and protect your health during smoke events. youtube.com/watch?v=UZaxGz… #WildfireSmoke #CleanAirAtHome #DIYAirFilter #SmokeSafety #PublicHealth

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🎭 Some traditional products may contain lead, including: ⚱️ Imported cookware 🎨 Kohl & cosmetics 💊 Herbal remedies & spices Shop trusted sources & learn more: 19january2017snapshot.epa.gov/lead/protect-y… #LeadAwareness #SafeTraditions #BFHD

🎭 Some traditional products may contain lead, including:
⚱️ Imported cookware
🎨 Kohl & cosmetics
💊 Herbal remedies & spices

Shop trusted sources & learn more: 19january2017snapshot.epa.gov/lead/protect-y…
#LeadAwareness #SafeTraditions #BFHD
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If you're pregnant, a child or teen with asthma, or living with a heart condition or other chronic illness, extreme heat can make your symptoms worse. Stay informed and stay safe: 🔗 ephtracking.cdc.gov/Applications/H… #HeatSafety #StayCool #PublicHealth #ExtremeHeat