Life can feel heavy, and it's okay to reach out for support. 📷 The 988 Lifeline is available 24/7 to listen, provide guidance, and help you through difficult moments. You're never alone.

Breast cancer is a men’s health issue too!

The less time a tick is attached to your skin the lower your risk of a tick-borne illness. Learn more ways to protect against tick-borne illnesses like Lyme disease and anaplasmosis in the #NorthCountryHealthEffect. bit.ly/4jEWNoS

Safety starts with a conversation. Check out our latest #Blog to learn how to talk to family members about safe firearm storage. cchdtalkinghealth.blogspot.c…

CCHD’s Public Health Nurses work with Environmental Sanitarians and families to identify sources of lead, guide prevention steps, and connect you with resources to keep your home and children safe. To learn more about this program, contact us at 518-565-4848.

A #FluShot can be the difference between trick-or-treating or being stuck home in bed. Schedule your family’s flu shots today!

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Keep your kids in school (and yourself at work) by ensuring everyone in your family gets their #FluShot this fall. Contact your health care provider, pediatrician or pharmacy. If you do not have health insurance – call CCHD at 518-565-4848 to schedule an appointment.

Need help but not sure who to call? 🔷Text or call 988 or chat online at 988lifeline.org for help with mental health, #suicide, & #substanceuse problems. 🔷Call 911 for emergencies involving immediate physical danger.

You can pass antibodies on to your unborn child through vaccination. This is called passive immunity and helps protect them in the first few months of life.

Hear a beep? Get on your feet! Be sure everyone in your family knows and practices your fire escape plan. Visit bit.ly/4rGdhPR to learn how to keep your family safe from house fires.

Unsafe sleep and SIDS are the leading cause of death in infants between one month and one year of age, with most deaths occurring when a baby is between two and four months of age. Infant death due to unsafe sleep practices is preventable. youtube.com/watch?v=vjwazF35….

Today is World Mental Health Day. 💚 No matter what you're facing, help is always here. If you're struggling or know someone who is, you can call, text, or chat 988 to connect with skilled, compassionate counselors who care. You're not alone. 988lifeline.org

Asking about firearm storage before a playdate isn’t awkward—it’s responsible. A quick question helps keep every child safe. Visit cchdtalkinghealth.blogspot.c… for practical tips on starting the conversation.

Wearing light colored clothing with a tight weave makes it easier to spot ticks before they have chance to find your skin. Visit the #NorthCountryHealthEffect to learn more. bit.ly/4jEWNoS

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⏰Reminder! Test your Carbon Monoxide detector every month. To learn more about keeping your home safe, visit bit.ly/4rGdhPR.

Renewal applications for Clinton County’s almost 800 permitted operations will be mailed this month. Completed renewal application, including proof of insurance and required fees, must be submitted to CCHD by December 1 to avoid late fees. Questions? Contact us at 518-565-4870.

Getting regular screening tests is the most reliable way to find breast cancer early. Women at average risk should start talking to their provider about breast cancer screenings at 40, and start yearly mammograms at age 45.

Getting #Vaccinated greatly reduces the risk of severe illness and complications from the #Flu. Talk to your health care provider or pharmacist today.