There has been an increase in the number of pertussis cases recently. In California, there have been 800 cases of pertussis diagnosed in the first 2 weeks of June, 2014….
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August is National Immunization Awareness Month. Immunizations are important in preventing serious illness and death in the population. This is a time to remind parents about these valuable immunizations and…
Measles: What You Need to Know Measles is a respiratory disease caused by a virus. Measles spreads through the air by breathing, coughing or sneezing. It is so contagious that…
Network of Care is a resource for all members of the Marion Community and beyond to find information on the community’s health. The site offers information on topics from depression…
In August WIC will be holding a walk to promote breastfeeding in Marion County. WIC is part of the Marion County Breastfeeding Coalition. The Coalition will be conducting the walk…
June 27, 2014 is National HIV Testing Day. As part of this national awareness day, Marion Public Health is offering free HIV tests from 8am to 3pm that day. Please…
