Hand Washing Information - CDC Washing your hands properly and often is one of the best ways to prevent getting sick.
Information on Healthcare Association Infections (HAI) - What You Can Do to Be a Safe Patient- CDC This CDC page has information and an infographic on how to keep yourself and loved ones from getting an infection while at the hospital.
About Surgical Site Infections - CDC Information on what surgical site infections are and how to stay healthy after going through surgery.
Zika Virus:
Seasonal Flu Activity - CDC This CDC page tracks the Seasonal Flu. You can see where the flu is hitting hardest. What You Should Know About the Upcoming Flu Season - CDC 2017-2018 Flue Season - CDC Find preventative steps, symptoms and treatment options for this flu season.
Fact sheet about MRSA Infection - CDC This fact sheet will help you better understand the MRSA Infection.
Information on C. diff. Infection - CDC This fact sheet takes a look at the C. difficile bacterial infection.
Norovirus - CDC: What is the Norovirus?
Respiratory Syncytial Virus Infection (RSV) - American Academy of Family Physicians: What is RSV?
"Crypto" Parasite - CDC: What is "Crypto"? How can you get it? Learn more about this parasite that lives in infected water
Helping you stay healthy:
Below is information on recommended vaccines for all ages. Vaccines are a safe and easy way to protect yourself from many diseases. What are some of the myths – and facts – about vaccination? - World Health Organization
Recommended Immunizations for Adults by Age - CDC Recommended Immunizations for Children from 7 Through 18 Years Old - CDC
What Vaccines do You Need? Interactive Quiz for Adults and Adolescents - CDC
Recommended Immunizations for Children from Birth Through 6 Years Old - CDC
Vaccines and Pregnancy - CDC
Interactive Childhood Immunization Schedule - CDC
Vaccine Information Statements - CDC
HPV Vaccine - CDC
Mumps - Fact Sheet for Parents - CDC
Measles - Fact Sheet for Parents - CDC
Other resources to help you keep healthy.
Harmful Algal Blooms - Ohio Department of Health
Ohio Algae Information for Recreational Waters - Ohio EPA
Scabies: Frequently Asked Questions - CDC
Materials for Your Older Adult Patients