The Elkhorn Logan Valley Public Health Deparment will be hosting this event April 27, 2013.
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Prescription Drug Take Back Event
The event will be held within all four counties in our service area.
Emergency Preparedness
Know the Risks.
By gathering the necessary items, you and your family will be better suited to handle tornado, flood, thunderstorm or winter weather warnings.
Fire Safety
Prevention is Key.
Many fires are a result of negligence or accident. Here are a few ways to prevent a potential fire in your home.
Ice & Traveling
Know the Risks.
Traveling presents many hazards during the winter, so take precautions and be aware.
In The Know
Emergency Preparedness: Keep 5 gallons of water per person in clean containers.
Lead
Know the Risks.
If your home was built before the 1970s, you should consider having its lead content level tested before you start chipping away at the paint.
MRSA
Know the Risks.
MRSA stands for methicillin resistant staphylococcus aureus and is an antibiotic-resistant bacterial infection.
Poison Ivy
Prevention is Key.
Many native plants are poisonous to humans, including poison oak and poison sumac. The most prevalent in the Midwest is poison ivy.
In The Know
For adults over 18, a healthy BMI is between 18.5 and 25.
Radon
Know the Risks.
Winter is the time of year when most houses are closed up to keep the cold out, making it the best time to have your home tested for radon.
In The Know
Keep cooking areas free of flammable objects, such as potholders and towels.
Tornadoes
In the Know.
Tornadoes are violent storms caused by a clash of weather fronts.
West Nile Virus
Know the Risks.
Insects can be annoying during humid, summer months, but they can also carry harmful diseases. Mosquitoes have been found to be a carrier for the West Nile Virus, which can be spread to humans and cause illness.
Winter Weather
In the Know.
Fall is a good time to prepare your home and car for the winter. You may not be able to go out and get the supplies you need during a storm, therefore, it is best to plan ahead.
Flooding
In the Know.
Flooding is America’s most common natural disaster because it can happen anywhere.
In The Know
HCI helps reduce and prevent drug misuse in Burt, Cuming, Madison and Stanton Counties.
Frostbite
Prevention is Key.
Dressing properly during the winter months can help prevent dangerous frostbite, which is when your skin and the tissues below it freeze.
Healthy Communities Initiative
Services for You.
The goal of HCI is to reduce and prevent alcohol and other drug misuse among all populations in Burt, Cuming, Madison and Stanton Counties.
Bloodborne Pathogens
Know the Risks.
Bloodborne pathogens are microorganisms carried in blood and bodily fluids that can cause disease.
CPR Training
In the Know.
To stay current on updated American Heart Association techniques for CPR, Elkhorn Logan Valley Public Health Department provides certification classes.
Emergency Kits & Checklists
Services for You.
Click to download important checklists.
In The Know
Coronary heart disease (CHD) is the leading cause of death in the USA.
EMT Program
In the Know.
Being prepared in case of emergency is extremely important. With this as a priority, ELVPHD works with Northeast Community College to offer a course in basic Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) skills.