Maintaining good heart health is more crucial than ever. That’s not surprising, considering the constant demands of work, family, and daily life. Neglecting our cardiovascular well-being is tempting until a problem occurs and gets our attention.
New families with young children often face unexpected challenges. From managing hectic work and personal schedules to navigating medical and social concerns, these families may need support to ensure they can lead healthy, fulfilling lives. This is where Family Case Management steps in, and serves families with young children by providing information and services to help them access health care and other resources.
The Illinois Department of Public Health has released information about a new law that addresses a public health issue concerning vaping. The new law started January 1, 2024, and will ban the use of e-cigarettes in indoor public spaces.
The Moultrie County Courthouse and the Moultrie County Health Department are closed today, Monday, January 22, 2024, due to weather conditions. All services originally scheduled for today are canceled and will be rescheduled when our offices reopen.
It’s crucial to take the right precautions during the winter season to protect yourself, your loved ones, and your property as winter’s cold weather arrives. This article offers basic winter weather preparedness to help you navigate the cold months with confidence.
As the seasons change, so does the risk of respiratory infections. Influenza and common cold symptoms can be very similar, leaving many to wonder which illness they are experiencing.
On December 30, 2023, manufacturer Reckitt/Mead Johnson Nutrition voluntarily recalled 675,030 cans of Nutramigen Hypoallergenic Infant Formula Powder. This occurred after Cronobacter sakazakii bacteria was found in a batch intended for export to Israel.
As of October 6, 2023, the U.S. government no longer covers the COVID-19 vaccine costs. All pharmacies and healthcare providers must now purchase the vaccine commercially and pass those costs on to the individuals who receive it.
The Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) program is considered one of the nation's most successful and cost-effective public health nutrition programs. Funded by the U.S. Department of Agriculture, WIC’s mission is to safeguard the health of women, infants, and children under age 5 who are otherwise at nutrition risk.
The Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) program is considered one of the nation's most successful and cost-effective public health nutrition programs. Funded by the U.S. Department of Agriculture, WIC’s mission is to safeguard the health of women, infants, and children under age 5 who are otherwise at nutrition risk.