Grady County Health Department

Yep, it's time to start thinking about these pesky critters. Mosquito bites can be more than just itchy - they can spread viruses that may make you sick. Click the following link to learn more about mosquito bite prevention: https://www.cdc.gov/ncezid/dvbd/media/stopmosquitoes.html

Strong. Courageous. Dedicated. Compassionate. Happy #NationalNursesDay! A big THANK YOU to all our incredible nurses and healthcare heroes! A special shout-out to our health department nurses for their efforts to keep our community safe and healthy during these difficult times.

Doubling your fruits and veggies is easy with SNAP and Double Up Oklahoma (DUO)! -Simply spend a SNAP dollar on qualifying purchases, get a matching DUO dollar to spend on fruits and veggies For more info: https://www.doubleupoklahoma.org/how-does-it-work/

Text OK2BF to 61222 for access to the Oklahoma Breastfeeding Hotline. Lactation professionals are available to answer your questions and provide you with guidance through text messaging! You can also call 1-877-271-MILK (6455). The Oklahoma Breastfeeding Hotline is available free of charge, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days per year. You do not have to live in Oklahoma to use this free service. The hotline is for nursing mothers, their families and partners, as well as expecting parents, and health care providers, or anyone in need of breastfeeding support and information.

COVID-19 is generally spread from person-to-person through respiratory droplets, but remember that before preparing, handling food packages, or eating food, it is important to always wash your hands with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. Throughout the day, wash your hands after blowing your nose, coughing or sneezing, or going to the bathroom. -It is important to follow good food safety practices to reduce the risk of illness from common foodborne pathogens.

Remember, even after you are vaccinated against COVID-19, it’s vital that you keep following other precautions. https://www.cdc.gov//2019-n/vaccines/fully-vaccinated.html We can do it! We can slow the spread of COVID-19. #CrushingCOVID Stay home if you can. Wear a mask.... Stay 6 feet apart. Avoid crowds and poorly ventilated spaces. Wash your hands. See more