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Orleans County New York - Orleans County Celebrates National Public Health Week amp 8211 Protecting Connecting Thriving 04 April 2024 ( news )
Orleans County , state New York ( By Press Release office)
Apr 04,2024
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The goal of National Public Health Week ( April 1 - 7 ) is to recognize the contributions of public health and its workforce as well as highlight issues that can improve the health and well - being of our communities . This year’s public health theme is Protecting , Connecting and Thriving: We Are All Public Health .
The Genesee and Orleans County Health Departments ( GO Health ) take steps daily to protect our communities , connect with our partners and help the citizens of our communities thrive . We support and implement programs and interventions that address emerging health issues and topics including but not limited to chronic diseases , suicides , substance use disorders , overdose deaths , communicable diseases , maternal and child health , a safe environment , and social determinants of health . We build strong and effective working relationships with community and healthcare partners and strive to make our communities as healthy as they can be .
“We are proud to serve the residents of Genesee and Orleans Counties , ” stated Paul Pettit , Public Health Director for GO Health . “To mark National Public Health Week , we would like to thank our dedicated team at GO Health and our partners for their contributions to enhancing the well - being and quality of life of our residents . ”
As individuals , families , communities and public health workers , we are all interconnected and when we come together , we can achieve the goals of a healthy and thriving community . GO Health invites residents of Genesee and Orleans Counties to celebrate National Public Health Week by participating in activities that promote personal wellbeing and foster a healthier , safer community . Some suggestions include:
Try to eat more fruits and vegetables . Drink more water .
Be active . Find a new activity that you enjoy doing .
Commit to getting enough sleep . Adults should get at least 7 hours a night of sleep .
Quit smoking and vaping . Call the New York State ( NYS ) Quitline at 1 - 866 - 697 - 8487 for more information .
Avoid alcohol and drugs .
Make sure you are up - to - date on routine screenings for colorectal ( colon ) cancer , breast cancer , and cervical cancer .
Make sure you and your children stay up - to - date on routine immunizations .
Stay away from wildlife , including injured animals and pets that are not yours , to reduce your risk of rabies . Love your own , leave the rest alone .
Keep your pets up - to - date on their rabies vaccination .
Get your children tested for lead at ages 1 and 2 . The only way to find out if your children have been exposed to lead is through a blood test .
Ensure your children visit their pediatrician regularly for well - child visits to track their growth and development .
Create a family emergency plan and build an emergency supply kit .
Learn how to administer Naloxone ( Narcan ) , a nasal spray that can be used to reverse an opioid overdose . Narcan is available for free from the Genesee - Orleans - Wyoming Opioid Task Force by texting “Kit” to 1 - 877 - 535 - 2461 .
To support your mental health , connect with others . Make time for the important relationships in your life . If you need help , reach out to the Care & Crisis Line at 585 - 283 - 5200 .
Focus on self - care . Practice mindfulness , meditate , or try yoga to help relieve stress .
For more information on GO Health programs and services , visit
GOHealthNY . orgor call your health department at:
Genesee County: 585 - 344 - 2580 ext . 5555
Orleans County: 585 - 589 - 3278
Follow GO Health on Facebook , Instagram and X at GOHealthNY .
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