Monongalia County Health Department provides free and low-cost services. Check out monchd.org and follow us on Facebook and Instagram @wvmchd.
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You already know that vaping is bad for your lung and heart health. But it also damages your teeth and could make it more difficult if you need braces because it can change the structure of your mouth.
More info: /aaoinfo.org/whats-trending/vaping-oral-health/
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Jun 10
Picnics can be tasty and healthy with Lentil Burgers and Stuffed Sweet Potatoes. Check out the recipe for this month's WIC Kitchen!
Read the blog: monchd.org/newsroom/wic-kitc…
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At MCHD Dentistry, we can't treat sleep apnea, but we can help with potential side effects such as TMJ with Jeuveau while you're resolving the issue. Call 304-598-5108 to make an appointment.
More info: monchd.org/services/cosmetic…
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Planning a trip? Let MCHD's International Travel Clinic help! We offer not only vaccines but information on how to travel safely specific to the area where you are going.
CDC's travel website: cdc.gov/travel
MCHD's travel clinic website awww.monchd.org/services/int…
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Take it from Dr. Robby on the hit series "The Pitt." Large breasts can affect the way practitioners treat individuals who are having a heart attack or have stopped breathing.
Read the blog: monchd.org/newsroom/cpr-awar…
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There are so many component to a great smile and MCHD Dentistry can take care of most of them! The Oral Health Foundation's Smile Month is a great time to highlight our services that will make you want to smile. Call 304-598-5108 to make an appointment.
dentalhealth.org/national-sm…
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The May naloxone report is out with similar numbers to last month. The Monongalia County Quick Response Team (QRT) works to reduce opioid use in our community.
More info: monchd.org/departments-progr…
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Globally, mosquitoes cause more deaths than any animal. Help reduce mosquito bites around your home by eliminating standing water in your yard or property. Mosquito Dunks are a safe product that kills larva but are safe for animals and humans.
More info: cdc.gov/mosquitoes/index.htm…
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MCHD WIC's hospital liaison program that allows on-site employees to sign up new moms for benefits is expanding! Samantha Harper is now conducting visits at Vandalia Health Mon Medical Center. WIC staffers also work at WVU Medicine Golisano Children's and United Hospital Center.
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May 29
Sunday is World No Tobacco Day, which is a great time to reflect on the physical and environmental harms caused by smoking. Need help quitting? The West Virginia Tobacco Quitline offers counseling and products.
More info: caresource.com/wv/members/ed…
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May 27
Pregnant, postpartum and breastfeeding moms and their children up to the age of 5 are eligible for benefits from MCHD WIC. The financial guidelines also just changed. Click on the link to see!
monchd.org/departments-progr…
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May 26
There are two more opportunities to vote for MCHD Dentistry for Best Dentist in Dominion Post's Readers' Choice Awards. Please click on this link or scan the QR code!
tinyurl.com/yeyfny6j
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May 22
Monongalia County Health Department, including MCHD Dentistry, will be closed on Monday, May 25 in honor of Memorial Day. We'll be back at 8:30 a.m. Tuesday.
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May 21
One reason to vote for MCHD Dentistry for Best Dentist in the Dominion Post's Readers' Choice contest? We offer same-day crowns, which offer both a better experience and better fit than traditional ones. Call 304-598-5108 for an appointment. and tinyurl.com/yeyfny6j to vote!
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May 20
Swimming season is upon us and MCHD sanitarians have made the rounds of public pools to test the water. Read about the measures community members can take to keep swimming safe.
More info: monchd.org/newsroom/swimming…
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May 18
Jennifer Costolo-Michael, program manager of MCHD Environmental Health, discusses food standards to members of other area health departments, including Bob Custard of Jefferson County Health Department, as part of a National Environmental Health Association (NEHA) grant.
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May 15
MCHD Dentistry's wide array of services and friendly providers helped make us the Best Dentist in the Dominion Post's inaugural Readers' Choice Awards. Please consider voting for us again this year! You can vote daily through May 27.
tinyurl.com/yeyfny6j
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May 15
The Mon Co. QRT discussed helping members of the community with substance use disorder with U.S. District Attorney Matt Harvey and U.S. Assistant Attorney Zelda Wesley during an in-person meeting this morning at the health department.
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May 14
Root Canal Appreciation Day seems like an odd procedure to celebrate. But MCHD Dentistry wants to remind patients that modern root canals are safe, effective and often painless. Call 304-598-5108 to make an appointment.
More info: monchd.org/services/therapeu…
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May 13
Monongalia County Health Department's next food safety training will take place at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. Wednesday, May 20, in the health department's conference room at 453 Van Voorhis Road.
monchd.org/services/food-saf…
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