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Flu season is here, and Jefferson County Public Health (JCPH) urges everyone 6 months and older to get an influenza vaccine. With COVID-19 still circulating in our community, it’s more important than ever to protect yourself and your loved ones from the flu. Both flu and COVID-19 are contagious respiratory viruses. It’s possible to get sick with both, and each virus can have dangerous complications. The good news is that you can get your flu vaccine and your COVID-19 vaccine – including boosters and additional doses – at the same time. Both flu vaccination and COVID-19 vaccines are readily and widely available in our community, including at the JCPH clinic in Lakewood at 645 Parfet Street. In addition, many COVID-19 vaccine mobile clinics in our community will be offering COVID-19 vaccinations. Visit www.vaccinefinder.org to find a location to get a flu shot near you, or visit www.jeffco.us/vaccinesignup to find out about locations offering both COVID-19 and flu vaccines.
Together,
Dr. Margaret Huffman
Director of Community Health Services
Jefferson County Public Health
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County and Municipal Government Workers Tested for COVID-19On October 11, the Jefferson County Board of Health voted to approve Public Health Order 21-005, which requires all county and municipal government workers to get tested for COVID-19 weekly or submit proof of full vaccination in order to report to work in person. The requirements are effective on November 1 at 12:01 a.m., and will remain in effect until Jefferson County has experienced at least twenty-one consecutive days in CDC’s moderate or low transmission categories. Read JCPH’s press release to learn more. |
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Don’t Get Caught in a Storm – Winter PreparednessPreparedness is key to staying safe and healthy this winter. Is your checklist ready for preparing your vehicle and home? Time to start making sure you have everything you need crossed off. Learn how to handle snow storms before and after they come your way at www.jeffco.us/3588/Winter-Preparedness. |
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Prioritize Your Mental HealthMental health is just as important as physical health. Each year, during the first week of October, JCPH joins the National Alliance of Mental Illness and participants across the country to raise awareness of mental illness and share resources available to our community during Mental Illness Awareness Week (MIAW). Whether you are dealing with a mental illness or know someone who is, find resources on topics including anxiety, depression, crisis and trauma and more from our friends at Jefferson Center at www.jcmh.org. |
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Breast Cancer Awareness MonthOctober is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. According to the American Cancer Society, when breast cancer is detected early, and is in the localized stage, the 5-year relative survival rate is 99%. Find resources on how to talk to your healthcare provider about prevention and early detection: www.cancer.org/cancer/breast-cancer/about.html |
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National Lead Poisoning Prevention WeekEach year, National Lead Poisoning Prevention Week (NLPPW) is a call to bring together individuals, organizations, industry and tribal, state and local governments to raise awareness of lead poisoning prevention and reduce childhood exposure to lead. According to the CDC, approximately half a million U.S. children ages 1-5 have blood lead levels above the blood lead value at which CDC recommends public health actions be initiated. Have you taken steps to ensure your home is safe from lead? Find more information to stay protected from the harms of lead poisoning: www.jeffco.us/2433/Lead-Prevention |
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DATA ROUNDUP: COVID-19 Case Summary
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As we work to lessen the spread of COVID-19 in Jefferson County, you can stay up to date on COVID-19 data. Click here for a summary at the state level. Click here for our newly updated data dashboard with information on COVID-19 in Jefferson County.
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Talk with Teens about MarijuanaUse of marijuana during the teen years results in damage to the teen’s rapidly developing brain and can result in impaired cognitive function. Plus, the younger a person starts using marijuana, the more likely they are to use harmful substances later in life. Ask your teen questions like, “Does anything worry you about marijuana use for teens your age? What about in terms of addiction or messing with brain development?”
Visit www.twelvetalks.com/marijuana for more information.
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Clerk and RecorderThe Jefferson County Clerk and Recorder Office has worked hard throughout the COVID-19 pandemic and before to ensure safe and effective elections. Their goal is to deliver accessible, efficient and transparent service that is a nationwide model for local governments by engaging their constituents and empowering their employees. With Election Day coming up, find more information about their work at www.jeffco.us/clerk-recorder.
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