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Aug 31

RSV- Plan to Prevent It!

Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) causes mild, cold-like symptoms for most persons, but infants and older persons are at risk for severe complications, including death. This year, those groups at risk are eligible for treatment to prevent this virus for the upcoming season when RSV typically circulates from late fall to early spring. Ringgold County Public […]

Aug 17

August is National Immunization Awareness Month

August is National Immunization Awareness Month.  The purpose of this observance is to highlight the importance of immunizations, one of the top 20 public health accomplishments of the 20th century, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. While immunizations have significantly reduced the incidence of many serious infectious diseases, vaccination rates for some […]

Jun 21

July is UV Safety Month, Protect Your Skin!

Skin cancer is the most common type of cancer in the United States. Ultraviolet (UV) rays from the sun are the main cause of skin cancer. UV damage can also cause wrinkles and blotches or spots on your skin. During the month of July, join us in taking action to prevent skin cancer and reduce […]

Apr 21

Mental Health Region Reminds of Crisis Line Availability

The CROSS mental health region (serving Clarke, Decatur, Lucas, Marion, Monroe, Ringgold and Wayne Counties) understands that speaking on the phone does not meet the needs of everyone experiencing crisis. To meet our residents’ needs, the following free and confidential crisis response services are available for those facing challenges.