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How Do We Monitor Vaccines for Safety?
All vaccines approved in the United States are continually monitored for side effects and adverse events reported after vaccination. Although several agencies are involved in this effort, the primary system for receiving and reviewing vaccine reports is the Vaccine Adverse Event Reporting System (VAERS).
The Vaccine Adverse Event Reporting System (VAERS) continually monitors all vaccines approved in the U.S. for side effects and adverse events reported after vaccination.
You can learn more about this system at www.moultriehealth.org/news/how-do-we-monitor-vaccines-for-safety/
If you quit smoking, you can reduce the risk for many adverse health effects, including poor reproductive health outcomes, cardiovascular diseases, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), and 12 types of cancer.
The start of the new school year is almost here. The MCHD staff wants to remind parents about our three Back-to-School Immunization Clinics during the next two weeks in August. Update your child's vaccinations before the new school year begins.
Please call the Moultrie County Health Department at (217) 728-4114 to schedule your child's appointment.
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Breastfeeding can help new moms recover more quickly from childbirth. Additionally, it can reduce a woman’s risk for various breast and ovarian cancer and type 2 diabetes. Breastfeeding may also assist with weight loss after delivery.
Learn more about the benefits of breastfeeding: www.moultriehealth.org/news/breastfeeding-benefits-for-babies-and-moms/
WIC and Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program - This is an excellent program benefiting eligible families, seniors, and farmers’ market vendors.
We are also thrilled for the opportunity to support our local farmers and produce vendors in Farmers’ Markets throughout the area.
Take a look at what is included and discover whether you and your family qualify: www.moultriehealth.org/news/illinois-wic-and-senior-farmers-market-nutrition-program/