In the summer and fall months, mosquitos bite day and night, leading to itchy sores and possibly spreading disease. West Nile virus is most commonly spread through the bite of an infected mosquito. West Nile virus can cause symptoms such as fever, headache, body aches, vomiting, diarrhea or rash. Rarely, some cases may result in serious,…
What is Men’s Health Week? Men’s Health Week is celebrated the week leading up to Father’s Day from June 10 through 16 and aims to bring awareness to preventable health problems. Men’s Health Week encourages early detection and treatment of disease among men and boys to promote healthier, longer and more fulfilling lives. Make the…
May is Food Allergy Awareness Month, a time dedicated to learning more about food allergies and how to keep those with food allergies safe. Millions of Americans live with food allergies and may experience adverse reactions—most reactions cause mild symptoms, but some are severe and may even be life-threatening. About 90 percent of allergic food…
It’s National Women’s Health Week (May 12-18) and it’s a great time for women to make changes that lead to a healthier life. Don’t know where to start? Here are some steps to consider to protect and improve your health and well–being: Make that doctor’s appointment. Schedule regular checkups and talk to your health care…
National Pet Day is observed on April 11 each year and celebrates the relationship we have with our beloved pet(s). This holiday also helps to highlight and bring awareness to the many pets who are eagerly awaiting their forever home. According to HelpGuide.org, pets not only provide a great sense of comfort and belonging, but…
El Paso County Public Health can help you find out if your well water is safe to drink In 1999, Groundwater Awareness Week was established as a platform to encourage annual water well testing and well maintenance and to highlight the responsible development, management and use of groundwater. One of the many services El…
Many people like to start a new year by setting new goals to reach throughout the next 365 days. Goals can range from exercising more, losing weight, learning a new language to behavior changes like being more accepting or lessening time spent on social media. The list could go on and on. It can be…
Whether you’re looking forward to rooting for your favorite football team, or are eagerly anticipating this year’s commercials, one thing is paramount to a Super Bowl party – the delicious spread of food. Unlike other food holidays where meals are often consumed within an hour, Super Bowl parties often include snacking throughout the game for…
It’s easy to get caught up in the excitement of gift giving during the holidays, but it’s also important to be aware of potential dangers, especially when giving toys as gifts to children. Since December is the biggest gift-giving month of the year, Safe Toys and Gifts Month was created to remind shoppers to be…
November is National Diabetes Awareness Month and according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, about 37 million Americans live with diabetes and 86 million with prediabetes, a health condition that can lead to type 2 diabetes. In recognition of National Diabetes Awareness Month, El Paso County Public Health is providing some simple tips…