The holiday baking season is here! šŖ š š Did you know that handling flour safely is essential for tasty treats? Check out these tips from the FDA to keep your cookies and cakes safe.
fda.gov/food/buy-store-serveā¦
Dress appropriately for the cold weather! š„¶
Always wear warm layers of clothing, a warm hat, scarf, and gloves. Also, don't forget waterproof shoes or boots when walking outside.
For more tips, visit: ready.gov/winter-ready#WinterReady
ALT Adding layers will help keep you warm as the temperature drops. When it's chilly, wear 1-2 layers on top including an outer layer. On bottom, wear a long layer and warm shoes. When it's cold, wear 2-3 layers on top, including gloves, a warm hat, and an outer layer. On bottom, wear 1-2 layers, including boots. In extreme cold, wear 3 layers on top, including a warm hat, face mask, gloves, and an outer layer.
Distractions are everywhere in your car. From the radio to your cell phone or even some snacks, be sure to avoid distractions while youāre driving so you get safely from Point A to Point B.
Learn more: aging.ohio.gov/olderdrivers
Whether youāre behind the wheel or riding as a passenger, always remember to wear your seatbelt. In the event of an accident, wearing your seatbelt can help prevent serious injuries.
Learn more: aging.ohio.gov/olderdrivers
The holiday season can be a difficult and stressful time. That's why it's so important to stop and listen to your own needs, too. Here are some ways to take care of yourself one small way each day: samhsa.gov/find-support/how-ā¦
ALT Illustration of snow-covered forest and spruce. Coping Tips. Focus on self-care for your mental and physical health. Learn some ways to take care of yourself one small way each day, including: Take care of your body; Take care of your mind; Connect with people for support. Coping tips at samhsa.gov/find-support/how-to-cope.
The holidays are such a wonderful time of the year....for some! For many others they may be struggling and going through a hard season. Make sure you have more than presents under the tree this year and keep a NARCAN kit available in your home during holiday gatherings.
Our project DAWN program is FREE! You can either Call to make an appointment 330-296-9919 or try our NEW mail order process: docs.google.com/.../10LE_WuTā¦...⦠See more
ā ļøOUTBREAK IN CANTALOUPES: Illnesses in this outbreak are severe, with more than half of sick people hospitalized. If you donāt know which brand of whole cantaloupes were used in pre-cut fruit products, the safest choice is to not eat it. More recall info: bit.ly/3R3jswt
ALT Cantaloupe chunks, with text saying, āFood safety alert. Salmonella outbreak linked to cantaloupes. Malichita and Rudy brand whole cantaloupes and many pre-cut cantaloupe products have been recalled. Donāt eat pre-cut cantaloupes if you donāt know whether recalled cantaloupes were used. See CDC outbreak notice for more details. cdc.gov/foodsafety/outbreaksā
Clean hands š¤š½ healthy people. Hand washing is one of the best ways to keep you and your family from getting sick. Start your kids early with proper hand-washing techniques! This step-by-step can help.
This World AIDS Day, take a moment to read the National HIV/AIDS Strategy (NHAS) and Federal Implementation Plan for information on how we can work together to better coordinate our response to the HIV epidemic: hiv.gov/federal-response/natā¦
As we prepare for World AIDS Day tomorrow, we reflect on the vital contributions of community partnersāthe ones engaging and caring for the HIV community every day. Thank you for your ongoing work to end the HIV epidemic in the U.S. ā¤ļø
#WorldAIDSDay is fast approaching! Weāre committed to sharing the important work partners are doing to address #HIV in the U.S. Share what youāre doing or get involved: hiv.gov/events/awareness-dayā¦
Did you know that there is a growing type 2 diabetes problem in our young people? Try these healthy changes that are good for the whole family!
#diabetes#HealthyHabits#StayHealthy
Raw turkey and its juice can contaminate anything they touch. Handle your #Thanksgiving turkey properly:
š¦ Wash hands with soap
š¦ Use separate cutting boards and plates
š¦ Wash surfaces and utensils before prepping other food
More turkey tips:
bit.ly/3SMJuWm
ALT An older male and female couple in a kitchen dressing a cooked whole turkey. Text overlay states, āHandle your turkey properly to avoid cross-contaminationā.
Baking more than pie this Thanksgiving? š„§ Make sure you get a safe ride home ā call a cab, sober friend, or ride share. Driving while impaired by any substance puts you and others in harmās way. If you feel different, you drive different.
#IfYouFeelDifferentYouDriveDifferent
TURKEY DAY IS ALMOST HERE! Food, š¦5Ks, and more! Itās important to eat what you want but think about what youāre eating so you can feel your best!
Too many carbs at one time can make you feel tired, mixed with sleep-inducing turkey? You'll miss the post dinner football game!
PCHD and Portage County Ohio WIC will be CLOSED on Thursday 11/22 & Friday 11/23 in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday! We will re-open on Monday, 11/27 at 8:00am.
We hope everyone has a safe & happy Thanksgiving!! š¦
Today is National Injury Prevention Day. #DYK that injuries are the leading cause of hospitalization for people 1 to 44 years old? Our Violence and Injury Prevention Section has programs that aim to reduce injury, so Ohioans reach their full potential. šš½ bit.ly/47feiDj
Have you thought about thawing your turkey yet? A 16-pound turkey can take 4 to 5 days to safely thaw out!š³ Find out how long you should thaw your š¦šš½ bit.ly/3sntZWf. Remember to cook your turkey to an internal temperature of 165 °F.