January 21, 2008-January 25, 2008

Notice: Immunization Clinics will now be held Monday through Friday from 7:00 to 11:30 a.m. then 1:00 to 5:00 p.m. Please call ahead to make arrangements.

What’s got us down?

Listed are the common illnesses around town this week.

Respiratory Illness - this includes cough, sore throat, trouble breathing, pneumonia, allergies, and the common cold.

Health Tip of the week: Hand washing

Why Wash Hands? Failure to adequately wash hands is a major cause of infectious diseases. Individuals who practice poor personal hygiene while preparing food may spread diseases such as hepatitis A, salmonellosis, and shigellosis. Studies indicate that one third (33%) of people do not wash their hands after using the restroom.

When to Wash Hands? Wash hands often because disease-causing germs can easily be transferred to food, surfaces, and people. Germs cannot be seen with the naked eye. Warmth and moisture (perspiration) on skin surfaces allow germs to quickly grow into millions.

Monday, February 4,

Office hours from 7:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Tuesday, February 5,

Penny Menjoulet with Ladies First OB/GYN will be in our office 8:00 - 12:00 for an appointment please call 756-9107. Office hours from 7:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Wednesday, February 6,

The taping of the Democrat News. For more information please call Janell or Teresa.

With Appointment only WIC (Women, Infant and Children) PICK UP clinic from 8:00 to 11:30 a.m. then from 1:00 to 5:00 p.m. please contact Velma or Kim. Office hours from 7:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Thursday, February 7,

WIC Recertification day please contact Velma or Kim for an appointment.

Office hours from 7:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Friday, February 8,

Office hours from 7:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Services from the American Cancer Society are available at the health department for cancer patients. For more information please contact Marty about these services. If you have any questions regarding the clinics or services provided through the Madison County Health Department please feel free to call 783-2747 between the hours of 7:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. All services are provided on a non-discriminatory basis in compliance with the Missouri Department of Health.