Hamilton County Public Health

The purpose of Hamilton County Public Health is to work with the community to protect the public health and environment. By providing education, inspections, health care coordination, and data analysis we strive to assure that the citizens of Hamilton...

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Guess what part of Hamilton County I was in today. The answer is in the final photo. #Cincinnati https://www.instagram.com/p/BtJL8tjlyvr/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=dzvzfbo1t076

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I think this 7-ft tall snowman in Delhi wins the ⛄️ prize. Did you know that we inspect restaurants and sewage treatment systems in Delhi even though they have a Cincinnati ZIP code? Find out everywhere we serve on our website, HCPH.org, by clicking “About Us” at the top of the page. We service Hamilton County outside the cities of Cincinnati, Norwood and Springdale. https://www.instagram.com/p/BsqTkK6Fj8k/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1uakgnoy122dh

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We will be getting some relief from this bitter cold soon! In the meantime, please check on your elderly neighbors and loved ones. Take breaks if you're shoveling snow and bundle up!

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Let's prevent infections to protect babies & families from birth defects & other health problems. #Prevent2Protect thndr.me/weRtb6 http://thndr.me/weRtb6

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Happy New Year! As many of you have likely heard by now, the Harm Reduction Program, which includes the Exchange Project, is undergoing some changes in the New Year. First and foremost, we are excited to move this program into the realm of public health, where we can effectively utilize all available services. These include testing for communicable disease; referral to treatment; distribution of the overdose-reversing drug, Narcan; and injection equipment exchange. By moving the program into public health, we have sustainable funding to see the program through for the long-term. The Exchange will operate under new hours and we will be expanding into additional locations. Please see the flyer here http://ow.ly/d/7aTE for current hours and locations. In closing, I would like to express my sincere thanks to the team members who began this project and saw it through its evolution to its current home in public health: • Dr. Judith Feinberg • Billy Golden • Samantha McCormick • UC College of Medicine, Dr. George Smulian • Interact for Health Staff, current & past: Dr. Kelly Firesheets; Ann Barnum, Jim Schwab • And of course, the many program volunteers If you have questions about the program, please contact us at: [email protected]. Hamilton County Health Commissioner Tim Ingram

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Thinking of having a baby in 2018? Text4baby is a free mobile information service designed to promote maternal and child health. This provides pregnant women and new moms with information they need to take care of their health and give their babies the best possible start in life. Women can sign up for the service by texting BABY (or BEBE for Spanish) to 511411 will receive free text messages each week, timed to their due date or baby’s date of birth. http://www.text4baby.org

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Pre-exposure prophylaxis (or PrEP) is when people at very high risk for #HIV take HIV medicines daily to lower their chances of getting infected. PrEP can stop HIV from taking hold and spreading throughout your body. It is highly effective for preventing HIV if used as prescribed, but it is much less effective when not taken consistently. Learn more, click the link. http://ow.ly/QWRV30gHE3v

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From Nippers Nutrition: It's not uncommon for the calorie content of certain drinks to equate to the calories of a main meal - this can quickly increase a child's energy intake & contribute to weight gain. #parenting #nutrition #obesity #ChildhoodObesity #kids #health #diet #sugar #KidsHealth

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Holiday shopping is already in full swing and Ohioans are hitting the stores looking for bargains. One thing they may not bargain for is a fall. Crowded stores, door-buster sales and decorations can easily distract you from your most important task: staying on your feet. As you plan your shopping trip, make sure you also plan to prevent falls. The Ohio Department of Aging’s STEADY U Ohio initiative and Golden Buckeye program offer these tips to ensure that your holiday shopping trip doesn’t end with a fall. • Shop at off-peak times to avoid crowds and long waits. Bring someone with you who can wait in line for you if you need to sit and rest. • Report hazards, such as spills, loose rugs or mats, and unsafe sidewalks or stairs, to store staff immediately. • Avoid walking around displays that block your view of other shoppers and obstacles. • Ask store staff for help carrying heavy or bulky packages or bags to your vehicle. Avoid carrying large, low-hanging bags that can trip you. • If you use your cane or walker at home, shop with it, too. Take advantage of the mobility scooters many stores provide if you could be on your feet for longer than you usually find comfortable. • Tell store staff if you see anybody behaving in an unsafe manner. • If you fall, even if you're not hurt, notify store staff and management right away so that they can document the incident and take steps to prevent future accidents. In addition, prepare for icy conditions as the days turn colder. Give yourself plenty of time to get where you’re going and do what you need to do without rushing. Dress for the weather, but make sure you can see in all directions and move freely. Wear warm shoes that fit well and offer good traction. The STEADY U Ohio initiative offers tips and resources for older adults and their families to make changes to their home, health and habits and lower their falls risk. Visit www.steadyu.ohio.gov for advice, to take our online falls risk self-assessment and to learn more about programs to help you tackle your fear of falling.

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This #Thanksgiving, talk with your family about your family health history, write the information down and update it from time to time. Be sure to share it with your primary care provider at your next check-up. http://www.cdc.gov/Features/FamilyHistory/

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Food handling errors and inadequate cooking are the most common problems that lead to poultry-associated foodborne disease outbreaks in the United States. Follow these four food safety tips to help you safely prepare your next holiday turkey meal. https://www.cdc.gov/features/turkeytime/index.html

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Check out our #Thanksgiving food safety video! #FoodSafety

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World Toilet Day is about inspiring action to tackle the global sanitation crisis. Today, 4.5 billion people live without a household toilet that safely disposes of their waste. http://www.worldtoiletday.info/

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Deep frying a turkey may be delicious but it can also be dangerous. According to the U.S. Fire Administration (USFA), Thanksgiving is the peak day for home cooking fires and frying food increases the risk. Keep your family safe by following these five safety tips: • Use your turkey fryer only outdoors on a sturdy, level surface away from things that can burn. Make sure to have a “3-foot kid- and pet-free zone” around your turkey fryer to protect against burn injuries. Turkey fryers can easily tip over spilling hot oil across a large area. • Determine the correct amount of oil needed by first placing the turkey in the pot with water. An overfilled cooking pot will cause oil to spill over when the turkey is placed inside. • Make sure your turkey is completely thawed before you fry it. A partially frozen turkey will cause hot oil to splatter. • Check the temperature often with a cooking thermometer so the oil will not overheat. Turkey fryers can easily overheat and start a fire. • Use long cooking gloves that protect hands and arms when you handle these items. The pot, lid and handles of a turkey fryer can get dangerously hot and cause burn injuries. For more tips, visit the USFA’s Cooking Fire Safety page. http://ow.ly/mhHl30gDYOi

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Thanks to The Hamilton County Recycling & Solid Waste District for honoring us w/the Partnership Award! They provide recycling and waste reduction assistance to residents, communities, schools & businesses. Visit them at http://www.hamiltoncountyrecycles.org/ #AmericaRecyclesDay

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Tick-Borne Lyme Disease Cases in Ohio Rise. Protect yourself, your family, and your pets from tick bites during hunting season. Read the press release: http://ow.ly/bahP30gtiIo Photo: @cdcgov

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Looking for resources to teach your child about lead? Coloring books are a great way to engage kids. ”Is There Lead in the Water?” is a useful tool from @centersfordiseasecontrol. http://ow.ly/BTsD30fiKm1 #LPPW2017 #leadfreekids