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Jul 22

World Hepatitis Awareness Day is July 28

Hepatitis refers to an inflammatory condition of the liver. It’s commonly caused by a viral infection, but there are other possible causes of hepatitis. These include autoimmune hepatitis and hepatitis that occurs as a secondary result of medications, drugs, toxins, and alcohol. Autoimmune hepatitis is a disease that occurs when your body makes antibodies against […]

Jun 13

Public Health Office Closed July 4

The Ringgold County Public Health office will be closed Thursday, July 4, to celebrate Independence Day. Please enjoy a safe and healthy holiday with your family and friends!

Jun 13

June is National Men’s Health Month

June is National Men’s Health Month! This month is all about encouraging the men in your life (including you, men out there!) to take care of their bodies by eating right, exercising, and working to prevent disease. The official symbol for the month is a blue ribbon and the purpose of Men’s Health Month is […]

May 15

May is Mental Health Awareness Month, Check out these Tips!

1 in 5 people will have some kind of mental illness in a given year. Stigma is the greatest barrier to individuals seeking help regarding their mental illness. It’s OK to have a mental illness — many people do. It’s OK to not be OK. You are not alone, and you deserve to feel better. […]