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• Shingles vaccine is now available for people age 50 and over.
  Health officials estimate that 1 out of 3 people in the U.S. will develop shingles during their lifetime.  For some, the blistering skin rash can lead to severe pain that can last for months or even years. Other complications of shingles include eye problems and less often pneumonia, hearing problems, blindness and brain inflammation (encephalitis). In rare instances, shingles can also lead to death.
  Get your shingles vaccine today!...
• Healthy Homes program open house
  Are you living in a healthy home?  Did you know a healthy home can prevent respiratory illness, carbon monoxide, and lead poisoning?  You are invited to a FREE Healthy Homes Open House on Saturday, January 21, 2012 from 10am - 12 noon. 
  Get event details...
• Teach your child healthy handwashing habits - it's easy as A-B-C!
  Learn more at Clean Hands Kids...
• "I never get the flu!"
  Respiratory influenza can be serious, and a vaccine is your best defense.
  Get the facts on flu and flu shots...
• Healthy babies are worth the wait.^®
  Learn more about how to prevent preterm birth...
• North Port Health Team
  Meet the health care team at the North Port Health Center.
  Learn more about the North Port Health Center team
• Feeling the sting of mosquitoes?
  Preventing mosquito bites helps protect you from West Nile Virus and other diseases.
  Learn more on preventing mosquitoes...

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