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#988 is available all day,🌞🌑 every day, for all people. No judgment—just help. 📲 📍988lifeline.org #SuicidePreventionMonth #988Lifeline #SPM #YouMatter

Hear thunder? Go indoors! Quickly move inside a building or a car. - Pay attention to alerts and warnings - Avoid using electronics plugged into an outlet - Avoid running water during lightning

It’s virus season, and germs are on the move! 🦠 Viruses like colds, flu, RSV and others spread easily (yikes!). Here are tips from the American Academy of Pediatrics for what kids, parents and schools can do to avoid getting sick. youtu.be/mBS4cpMoqvE?si=Gjlp…

For your safety, please avoid approaching, touching, or feeding monkeys or other exotic animals during the Circleville Pumpkin Show. Please keep a safe distance and supervise children closely. If you observe an animal-related safety concern, contact local law enforcement

Important Notice Please be aware that our office hours will be different, October 21 through October 23, 2026. We will be operating from 8:00 AM to 12:00PM due to the Pumpkin Show festivities. Thank you for your understanding!

Important Notice Please be aware that our office hours will be different today, October 20, 2026. We will be operating from 8:00 AM to 3:30 PM due to the Pumpkin Show festivities. Thank you for your understanding!

Remember that protecting your little ones means securing them in The Right Seat for their age and size — and always taking them out when you reach your destination. 🧒✔️

Online gaming is fun. But what’s at risk? Take control of your online gaming. #PauseBeforeYouPlay #OnlineGaming

Carbon monoxide safety in and around your home. You may be using a fireplace soon so make sure your chimney is clear and you have a CO detector to monitor it:

What is in your STI prevention toolkit🔨🧰? Condoms, STI testing, PrEP, doxy PEP, birth control, and more. #STIprevention #STItest #TalkTestTreat #SaferSex #STItesting #STIawareness #GetTested

This age group is often found to be using the wrong type of restraint for their age and size. 🧒❌ Parents — remind yourselves that moving your child into a booster seat or seat belt too soon can increase the risk or injury or death. ⚠️

You don't need the perfect words to support someone who's struggling. Sometimes, just being there is enough. Start by listening without judgment, offer your support, and remind them that help is available through 988.

3 days ago · HIV testing is important for people of all ages! Did you know that around 1 in 6 new HIV diagnoses each year are in people older than 50? Learn more about HIV and testing options: ashasexualhealth.org/human-i… #HIVandAging #NHAAD #HIVTesting #HIVAwareness #HealthyAging

The 2026 Circleville Pumpkin Show is next week! During the Pumpkin Show, our office hours will be adjusted. Starting Wednesday, October 21, our office will be open from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM. Please note that after 12:00 PM Wednesday through Friday, our lot becomes a paid lot.

Tetanus is a rare but life-threatening disease caused by the bacterium Clostridium tetani. 📄This JAMA Patient Page describes the signs and symptoms of #tetanus, the risk factors, vaccinations for prevention, and how it is diagnosed and treated. ja.ma/4gyBL8u

🌟 Dare to Explore! 🌟 Ready to take the next step toward navigating adulthood? Join us November 17th for a FREE event created for young adults with disabilities! 💙 📅 November 17th 🎟️ FREE Event ✨ For young adults with disabilities

🚗 Car Seat Safety: Know the Basics 👶 Rear-Facing Car Seat 🧒 Forward-Facing Car Seat 🚸 Booster Seat A few things to remember: NHTSA.gov/TheRightSeat.

Vaccines help make them even stronger so to keep them healthy. Vaccines teach the body how to recognize and resist some of the most harmful viruses and bacteria, helping protect children from serious diseases before they’re exposed. bit.ly/3Ts3aBg

Save it, share it, say it out loud - someone needs you to stay. When overwhelming feelings set in or difficult times hit, it can feel like you're all alone - but you're not. If you're having a hard time seeing a way through

It's especially important to practice safe food handling. - Pregnant women, their unborn babies, and children - Older adults and people with cancer, diabetes, HIV/AIDS, organ transplants, and autoimmune diseases buff.ly/3AUitta