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World Antibiotics Awareness Week
November 11-17, 2020 As you probably already know, antibiotics help stop infections caused by bacteria. They do this by killing the bacteria or by keeping them from copying themselves or reproducing. The word antibiotic means “against life.” Any drug that kills germs in your body is technically an antibiotic. (WebMD) But, did you know that […]
September is National Preparedness Month
Disasters Don’t Wait. Make Your Plan Today. September is National Preparedness Month (NPM) with the goal to promote family and community disaster planning now and throughout the year. As our nation continues to respond to COVID-19, there is no better time to be ready this September. Make A Plan Talk to your friends and family […]
Hurricane Preparedness in 7 Steps
Hurricane season runs from June through November, and peaks in August – September, but hurricanes can happen at any time. As tropical disturbances continue developing in the Atlantic and making their way towards Florida, now is the time to prepare for a wide range of emergencies, if you haven’t already. Here are seven tips from […]
Love Thy Neighbor
During COVID-19, we all need to do our part to slow the spread of the virus. That’s why Catholic Health Services has joined the Catholic Health Association of the United States (CHA) in raising awareness of the importance of wearing masks or cloth face coverings. We invite you to #LoveThyNeighbor and unite around the simple […]
Safe Summer Fun in The Sun
We all love a good summertime soak in the sun — if you’re lucky, the warm weather will bring outdoor activities like hiking, barbecuing, and hanging out near the pool or beach; especially as we continue to social distance outside. Too much fun in the sun, however, can be harmful. July is UV Awareness month, […]
The Saharan Air Layer – Need To Know
What is the Saharan Air Layer? A huge cloud of dust known as the Saharan Air Layer (SAL) has traveled from the Saharan Desert and is now covering the Caribbean in a thick haze. The cloud of dust, the largest in 50 to 60 years to reach the Caribbean Sea, is expected to travel into […]
Treating Coronavirus at Home
Coronavirus continues to be a serious threat and the number of confirmed cases increases daily. Unfortunately, this means that you may find yourself caring for a loved one with COVID-19 at home. It is important to know how to protect yourself and avoid getting sick while still attempting to care for the sick person and […]
June is Men’s Health Month
June is National Men’s Health Month and the focus is on improving the lifestyles of men, increasing awareness of the leading health concerns men face, and encouraging early detection and treatment of disease among men and boys. Men need to get regular checkups and be aware of the risks for their age, ethnicity, and lifestyle. […]
May is Better Speech and Hearing Month
Did you know that May is Better Hearing and Speech Month? The American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) created this special event in 1927 to raise awareness and promote understanding of hearing health and communication disorders. This year’s theme is Communication Across the Lifespan to encourage hearing loss screenings, promote hearing loss prevention, and motivate people to seek treatment […]
May is National Stroke Awareness Month
Did you know May is National Stroke Awareness Month? Catholic Health Services provides comprehensive inpatient and outpatient programs for those suffering from a stroke. The Stroke Rehabilitation Teams at St. Anthony’s and St. Catherine’s Hospitals work with one important goal in mind: to design individualized interdisciplinary programs that help each patient achieve a maximum level […]