By Ethan Luxton, contributing author
It is the goal of Whitman County Public Health to educate the public about contagious diseases and provide information on how citizens can take precautions and protect themselves during outbreaks such as hepatitis A, measles, and yearly increases in flu rates. Protect Yourself: Here are 10 ways you can protect yourself and your family in the event of disease outbreaks: 1. Get a flu shot annually 2. Wash your hands often with soap and water 3. Clean communal surfaces daily 4. Avoid people who are coughing or sneezing 5. Invest in an air filtration system 6. Stay home from work or school if you are sick with a fever or have other flu symptoms 7. Cover your mouth and nose with a tissue when you cough or sneeze 8. Avoid sharing food or drinks with infected people 9. Don’t share toothbrushes or utensils 10. Make a plan and be prepared at home with extra food, water, and medicine Learn more about from the WA State Department of Health a bit.ly/WAStayHealthy.
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E-cigarettes are sometimes called “e-cigs,” “vapes,” “e-hookahs,” “vape pens,” and “electronic
nicotine delivery systems (ENDS).” Some e-cigarettes look like regular cigarettes, cigars, or pipes. Some look like USB flash drives, pens, and other everyday items. E-cigarettes are not safe for youth, young adults, pregnant women, or adults who do not currently use tobacco products. While e-cigarettes have the potential to benefit some people and harm others, scientists still have a lot to learn about whether e-cigarettes are effective for quitting smoking. This is where Whitman County Public Health (WCPH) steps in. Here is what WCPH says YOU need to know about Vaping:
Marijuana refers to the dried leaves, flowers, stems, and seeds from the Cannabis sativa or Cannabis indica plant. The plant contains the mind-altering chemical THC and other
similar compounds. Marijuana is the most commonly used illicit drug in the United States. Its use is widespread among young people. In 2015, more than 11 million young adults ages 18 to 25 used marijuana in the past year. The number of young people who believe regular marijuana use is risky is decreasing. Legalization of marijuana for medical use or adult recreational use in a growing number of states may affect these views. When a person smokes marijuana, THC quickly passes from the lungs into the bloodstream. The blood carries the chemical to the brain and other organs throughout the body. This is where Whitman County Public Health (WCPH) steps in. Here is what WCPH says YOU need to know about marijuana:
Measles is a contagious disease that causes high fever, cough, runny nose, and red watery eyes. A rash of tiny red spots breaks out 3-5 days after symptoms begin. It also can lead to infection of the lungs (pneumonia) and brain swelling (encephalitis), which may lead to brain damage or death. There is no treatment for measles, but there is a way to prevent it: the combination measles, mumps, and rubella (MMR) vaccine. It protects you and helps stop the spread of the measles virus to others.
This is where Whitman County Public Health (WCPH) steps in. Here is what WCPH says YOU need to know about Measles:
The Human Papillomavirus (HPV) is a common virus that can be found in men and women. The virus can cause cancers and viruses. It is extremely important to increase public knowledge of all aspects, from prevention to treatment.
This is where Whitman County Public Health (WCPH) steps in. This is what WCPH says YOU need to know about HPV:
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