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Myths About Immunizations
Myth #1 : Vaccine preventable diseases have been eliminated in the United States therefore eliminating the need for childhood vaccination. The FACTS: Because of international travel and immigration, many diseases once controlled in the United States are re-emerging. Because many diseases are not controlled in other parts of the world, travelers could unknowingly bring these…
Immunizations for Children Campaign
Adair County Education Campaign to Immunize Children The Adair County Health Department (ACHD) and the Northeast Missouri Health Council (NMHC) located in Kirksville, Missouri are launching an education campaign on July, 2012 with the purpose of raising awareness about the benefits of immunizing children. Established in 1968 as a Federally Qualified Health Center, NMHC is…
What to expect at a Mammogram
The day of the test, it is important not to use any of the listed products below on the breast or underarm areas as these products can interfere with the screening: NO deodorant antiperspirants perfume powder creams lotion gels You will be asked to undress from the waist up. A gown will be provided as…
April is STD Awareness Month
Join the Adair County Health Department to raise public awareness about sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) on the lives of Americans and the importance of testing for and treating STDs. During the month of April 2014 please contact us for FREE STD testing at 660-665-8491. For more information, please go to the “Get Yourself Tested” campaign…
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