ALT Suspected overdoses had the lowest quarterly total since Q1 2022. Fatal overdoses had the lowest quarterly total since before 2016. Access the report at: https://www.clevelandohio.gov/city-hall/departments/public-health/programs-services/data

ALT The rate of overdose events among the 0-17 age group was higher than the 5 year average for the second quarter in a row. Access the report at: https://www.clevelandohio.gov/city-hall/departments/public-health/programs-services/data

ALT For the fifth straight quarter, cocaine has been identified in more fatal overdoses than fentanyl. Access the report at: https://www.clevelandohio.gov/city-hall/departments/public-health/programs-services/data

ALT **CDPH Resources:** Layperson Naloxone Training teaches residents to recognize an opioid overdose and administer naloxone. Supporting and Empowering Families connects families with substance use and behavioral health resources. PreVenture supports youth at increased risk for substance use. Community Reinforcement and Family Training gives families practical strategies to support loved ones experiencing substance use challenges.

ALT Why vaccination is critical for school-aged kids.

ALT School is a place where kids play and learn alongside lots of other kids, sharing classrooms, crayons, snacks...and germs.

ALT Their immune systems are busy, too. Staying up to date n vaccines prepares your child's immune system to recognize and resist serious diseases they encounter.

ALT By supporting childhood immunization, you play a key role in ensuring that all children get the opportunity to grow up healthy and strong.

ALT Check with current and past health care providers. Call the doctor's office, clinic, or pharmacy where you received the vaccines. Log in to your online patient portal (such as MyChart) for any hospital network or clinic where you received care.

ALT Check your home records and other paperwork. Look through your old papers, including baby books and school or camp forms. Ask parents or other caregivers if they have records of your childhood immunizations.

ALT Check with schools and camps you attended. Contact the last school, college, camp, or childcare facility you attended. Keep in mind that generally records are kept only for several years after students leave the system.

ALT Check with past employers, including the military. Previous employers, including the military, may have immunization records if they were required for employment.

ALT Vaccination Saves Lives. Vaccines help the body build protection against dangerous diseases. By vaccinating, we not only protect ourselves but also our loved ones. Vaccines are safe to use, effective, and available.

ALT Low and no-cost vaccines are available for your child through these community resources. Care Alliance offers childhood immunizations and pediatric care at their Central location. Call 216-535-9100 to schedule. Cleveland Clinic Children’s offers vaccinations at all pediatric appointments. Call 216-444-KIDS or go to my.clevelandclinic.org/pediatrics/appointments.

ALT Low and no-cost vaccines are available for your child through these community resources. University Hospitals offers vaccinations at pediatric appointments. Find a UH Rainbow pediatrician at uhrainbow.org/pediatrics. MetroHealth offers vaccination appointments at many locations across the Cleveland. Call 216-778-2222 to schedule.

ALT Low and no-cost vaccines are available for your child through these community resources. Neighborhood Family Practice offers vaccinations at all of their clinics. Call 216-281-0872 and ask for a childhood vaccination appointment. Senders Pediatrics offers vaccinations at pediatric appointments. Call 216-291-9210 to schedule a Well Child visit.

ALT Up to 9 in 10 people who lack immunity to measles and are close to a infected person will become infected with measles

ALT About 1 in 5 people in the US who get measles will be hospitalized

ALT 1 out of every 1,000 people with measles will develop brain swelling, which could lead to brain damage

ALT Schedule a well-child visit and ask your healthcare provider if your child is due for any vaccines.

ALT Image 1: The MMR Vaccine Help stop measles in its tracks this school year.

ALT Most people who are vaccinated with MMR will build immunity to mumps, measles, and rubella for life. . First dose at 12 to 15 months Second dose at 4 to 6 years.

ALT Children need 2 doses of the MMR vaccine. First dose at 12 to 15 months Second dose at 4 to 6 years.

ALT To help keep your child healthy and active, follow the American Academy of Pediatrics' vaccine schedule, designed to give your child the strongest immunity as early as possible.

ALT American Academy of Pediatrics Vaccine Schedule for Children. Go to https://www.healthychildren.org/English/safety-prevention/immunizations/Pages/default.aspx for more information.

ALT American Academy of Pediatrics Vaccine Schedule for Children. Go to https://www.healthychildren.org/English/safety-prevention/immunizations/Pages/default.aspx for more information.

ALT Air Quality Alert for Thursday, July 16 and Friday July 17. Air quality is expected to reach the hazardous range. Graphic from the City of Cleveland Department of Public Health includes a color-coded air quality gauge indicating hazardous conditions.

ALT City of Cleveland Department of Public Health Air Quality Alert for Thursday, July 16 and Friday, July 17. Air quality is forecast to be hazardous. Sensitive groups include people with heart or lung disease, older adults, children and teens, pregnant people, and outdoor workers. These groups should remain indoors, keep activity levels low, and follow recommendations for reducing particle levels indoors. Everyone else should avoid all physical activity outdoors.