Today, August 31st, is International Overdose Awareness Day, a global event which aims to raise awareness of overdose and reduce the stigma of drug-related death. Thousands of people die each year from drug overdoses. If you or someone you know is in need of resources Prevent Overdose RI has a great website http://www.preventoverdoseri.org with links to detoxification…
As they get older, preteens and teens are at increased risk for some infections. Plus, the protections provided by some of their childhood vaccines begins to wear off. There are four vaccines recommended for all preteens at ages 11 to 12. Meningococcal vaccine- prevents against four types of bacteria that cause meningococcal disease. Meningococcal disease is…
The need for vaccination does not end in childhood. Vaccines are recommended throughout our lives. Recommended vaccines protect adults against flu, whooping cough, tetanus, shingles, and pneumococcal disease. Recommendations are based on age, lifestyle, occupation, travel and medical conditions. Ask your healthcare provider which vaccines you may need, especially if you have asthma, COPD, diabetes, or heart disease.…
During pregnancy, you often think about baby names, nursery colors and prenatal vitamins, but you should also think about vaccines. Vaccines during pregnancy help protect you and your babyI Before becoming pregnant you should be up to date on all routine immunizations. Two vaccines are routinely recommended for pregnant women: Flu Vaccine- Pregnant women can get the flu vaccine…