Seasonal Health Information
Stay informed and engaged all year round! Explore seasonal health tips, downloadable resources, and family-friendly activities.
Season Spotlight: fall!
preventing respiratory viruses
Each year, respiratory viruses are responsible for millions of illnesses and thousands of hospitalizations and deaths in the United States. The good news is there are actions you can take to help protect yourself and others from health risks caused by respiratory viruses.
CDC recommends to use core prevention strategies to protect yourself and others—they work best when used together:
Immunizations
Hygiene
Steps for Cleaner Air
Treatment
Stay Home & Prevent Spread
Food Safety
Food poisoning not only sends 128,000 Americans to the hospital each year—it can also cause long-term health problems. Whether you’re planning to do something outdoors or have a fun cookout or potluck event such as tailgating at a football game, it’s important to handle your food safely.
CDC recommends following four simple steps at home to help protect you and your loved ones from food poisoning:
Clean: wash hands, utensils, and surfaces often.
Separate: don’t cross-contaminate.
Cook to the right temperature
Chill: refrigerate promptly
Resources and downloads
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Summer
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The National Drowning Prevention Alliance’s 5 Layers of Protection work together to significantly reduce the risk of drowning. These layers aren’t meant to replace one another—they work best when used together. More about the five layers of protection.
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The CDC and the American Cancer Society recommends you to work and play outside without raising your skin cancer risk by protecting your skin from the sun. Learn more about preventative measures.