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Today is World Prematurity Day. ๐Ÿ‘ถ๐Ÿฝ๐Ÿ‘ถ๐Ÿป๐Ÿ‘ถ๐Ÿพ

About 10% of babies born in the U.S. are premature, and most are treated in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) at the hospital. Skin-to-skin contact with parents has been shown to be beneficial for premature babies, and so has breastfeeding.

 

Your local WIC agency can help you breastfeed and/or find the right infant formula for your premature baby. Contact us today to get started. ๐Ÿ’œ http://www.signupwic.com/ #HealthyStartsHere

Gabe Jones

Friday, November 11th, CHD and WIC will be closed in observance of Veterans Day.

Gabe Jones
Annual Sewage CEU Class

Today is the last day to RSVP for the Sewage Hauler, Installer & Service Provider CEU Class.

We're putting on this course in conjunction with the City of Urbana on November 18 at the City of Urbana Wastewater Treatment Plant. During the class, attendees will hear from industry professionals, the Ohio Department of Health, tour the new septage receiving area and demo some equipment!

RSVP to hdavis@champaignhd.com or call 937-484-1587.

Gabe Jones
November is American Diabetes Month

A time to raise awareness of diabetes among kids and adults, and to bring resources to our community. Thousands of kids are diagnosed with diabetes each year. Here are the symptoms to look out for:

โœบ Increased thirst.

โœบ Extreme hunger.

โœบ Fruity-smelling breath.

 

Contact your childโ€™s pediatrician if you notice any of these symptoms. Your local WIC agency can help you with a health referral! http://www.signupwic.com/ #HealthyStartsHere

Gabe Jones
Annual Sewage CEU Class

Join us for the Sewage Hauler, Installer & Service Provider CEU Class. We're putting on this course in conjunction with the City of Urbana on November 18 at the City of Urbana Wastewater Treatment Plant. During the class, attendees will hear from industry professionals, the Ohio Department of Health, tour the new septage receiving area and demo some equipment!

You must RSVP by Nov. 9 to ensure a seat!

Gabe Jones
This week is National Recycling Week!

โ™ป๏ธ We love to reduce, reuse, and recycle our food and food waste. Most paper egg cartons can be recycled, and fruit rinds like orange and banana peels can be composted! ๐ŸŠ๐ŸŒ

Visit https://bit.ly/3Tg9aHY for tips on how to talk to your child about recycling and composting!

Gabe Jones
Annual Sewage CEU Class

Join us for the Sewage Hauler, Installer & Service Provider CEU Class. We're putting on this course in conjunction with the City of Urbana on November 18 at the City of Urbana Wastewater Treatment Plant. During the class, attendees will hear from industry professionals, the Ohio Department of Health, tour the new septage receiving area and demo some equipment! You must RSVP by Nov. 9 to ensure a seat! RSVP to hdavis@champaignhd.com or call 937-484-1587.

Gabe Jones
Scrap Tire Event

The Champaign Health District is hosting a Scrap Tire Disposal Day and Drive-Thru flu vaccine clinic on Saturday, October 15 from 9 a.m. to noon at the Champaign County Fairgrounds. These events are being offered simultaneously on the same date and time at a shared location for the convenience of the local community. All participants are requested to enter at the Park Avenue entrance and exit through the Henry Street entrance of the Champaign County Fairgrounds.

The Scrap Tire Disposal Day is being provided by the Champaign Health District in partnership with the City of Urbana and the Villages of Mechanicsburg, North Lewisburg, and St. Paris. The scrap tire event is only open to Champaign County residents and due to lack of grant funding, there is a cost starting at $3 per tire depending upon size (please see attached flyer for more information) , and cash and check only will be accepted. No tires on rims will be accepted. Tires shall always be disposed of properly and legally. For more information or questions regarding the Scrap Tire Disposal Day, please contact the Champaign Health District at 937-484-1606.

The Drive Thru Vaccination Clinic is being provided by the Champaign Health District with assistance from the Medical Reserve Corp (MRC). Staff will be offering flu vaccines to those 18 and older. High dose vaccines will be available for those that need them. If youโ€™re interested in receiving a flu shot at this clinic, please bring a photo ID, insurance card and cash or check for payment. For more information or questions regarding the Drive Thru Flu Vaccine Clinic or if youโ€™re interested in becoming an MRC volunteer, please contact the Champaign Health District at 937-484-1667.

Gabe Jones