The 25th Annual Senior Expo, a resource hub for older adults living in Kalamazoo County, wouldn't have been possible without the dedication of Area Agency on Aging staff pictured below. Kudos to them for another successful event!

Mosquitoes aren’t just annoying — they can spread germs that make you sick 🤒 Prevent mosquito bites by using an EPA-registered insect repellent and wearing long-sleeved shirts and pants when outside.

Happy National Disease Intervention Specialists Recognition Day! 🎉 These dedicated professionals are the detectives of #publichealth, tirelessly tracking down outbreaks and connecting individuals to vital resources in order to prevent the spread of disease.

Don’t let beauty products go to waste! Give Mother Nature a glow-up by dropping off common household hazards like makeup and nail polish at 1301 Lamont Ave. 🌍💚 More ➡ kalcounty.com/hhw

Veterans, this one’s for you! 🎖️ File your DD-214 military discharge papers with the Meredith Place and gain access to exclusive perks at local businesses through a new program. Honor Rewards 🔗 bit.ly/4dxvJRU

➡️ Avoid lighting campfires, outdoor grills, or any other open flames. ➡️ Dispose of smoking materials responsibly. Never toss them on the ground or out of a vehicle. ➡️ Avoid using chainsaws, mowers, or any equipment that could produce sparks.

Scare away 👻 the influenza virus by getting vaccinated between 4-7 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 22 at 311 E. Alcott Street. Appointment: bit.ly/FallThemedFluC… Press release: bit.ly/4cIJA7J #flu #illness #prevention #publichealth

As we shift into sweater weather, don’t forget to layer on protection! Vaccines are available at 311 E. Alcott Street. 🧥💉 #PublicHealth Walk-ins available Monday through Thursday from 8 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. &1 p.m. to 4:15 p.m., and Fridays from 8 a.m. to noon.

We’re partnering with the Red Cross Michigan Region to host another blood drive 🏥 at 311 E. Alcott Street Friday, Nov. 1 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Register ➡️ rcblood.org/4dGu1xM #blood #donation #community #kalamazoo

World Mental Health Day is recognized on October 10 each year—and this year’s theme is about making mental health a priority at work. publichealth.jhu.edu/2024/simple-ac…

Safe sleep saves lives! 🌙 ✨ Follow these 5 tips to ensure your little one sleeps soundly and safely, day or night. Learn more about how you can reduce the risk of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS) by visiting ➡️ bit.ly/4eMf4Lm

Where nature meets nurture ☀️🌳 The Western Michigan University Wellness Garden, funded in part by the Kalamazoo County Senior Millage, is now officially open to Adult Day Center participants. Here’s to fresh air, new paths, and bright days ahead! #olderadults #aging #kalamazoo

Don’t let beauty products go to waste! Give Mother Nature a glow-up by dropping off common household hazards like makeup and nail polish at 1301 Lamont Ave! 🌍💚 ♻️ Saturday, Oct. 12: 8 a.m. to Noon

Keep calm and wash your hands! 🧼💧 ➡️ Use soap and water ➡️ Scrub for at least 20 seconds ➡️ Rinse thoroughly ➡️ Dry hands completely ➡️ Use hand sanitizer if necessary For more tips: cdc.gov/clean-hands

Don't guess—test! 🦠 Get FREE COVID-19 tests delivered to your door. Knowing your status helps you take action, reduce spread, and protect others. 📦🛡️ Order 4 tests ➡️ covidtests.gov

Practice the ABCs of infant safe sleep 💤 by placing baby (A)lone on his (B)ack in a bare (C)rib.

Thanks WKZO 🎙️ for the opportunity to promote our Fall-Themed Flu Clinic and Trunk-or-Treat event, happening from 4-7 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 22 at 311 E. Alcott Street. 💉🎃 Listen here 🔗 omny.fm/shows/kalamazo…

BEWARE! Ticks 🕷️ are known to emerge during bouts of warm weather, even in October. Read more about ticks ➡️ cdc.gov/ticks

⚠️ RECALL ALERT: TreeHouse Foods, Inc. is voluntarily recalling certain frozen waffle products due potential Listeria contamination. List of affected products ➡️ bit.ly/3YeNUGu

Spotted: Metro Buses on a mission to spread the word about flu prevention! 💪🚌 Daily walk-in vaccinations are available at our E. Alcott St. location — Monday through Thursday, 8 a.m. to Noon and 1-4 p.m.