Sullivan Co Regional Health Dept

To improve the public health status of Sullivan County citizens through education and service.
423-279-2777

[Sullivan Co Regional Health Dept @SullivanHealth]

Come join us for free diapers, wipes, and popsicles while supplies last!🍧🍼
July 23rd at 12pm-2pm at Whitetop Creek Park!

[World Health Organization (WHO) @WHO]

Heat can make people seriously ill. Knowing the signs saves lives.

⚠️Here’s what to watch out for:
Headache, dizziness, nausea, cramps, palpitations, excessive sweating or unusual tiredness.

Heat and air pollution together hit harder and for people with cardiovascular or respiratory conditions, the effects can be faster and more severe.

If you or someone you know starts to experience signs of heat stress:

❎ Slow down or stop activity, move to a cooling area, drink water. Seek help if your symptoms don’t improve.

🚨 Look for danger signs: severe headache, confusion, agitation, collapse, seizures, or not responding normally. This counts as a health emergency.

👀 If someone near you looks unwell, don’t leave them alone.
Move them to a cooling area immediately, and call for first aid or alert event staff.

🌡️ Check weather forecast and air quality levels.

Share to help more people recognize the signs https://t.co/ON15cp6fmO

#BeatTheHeat

[World Health Organization (WHO) @WHO]

🏟️ Protect health from heat at mass gatherings.

Major sporting, religious, and cultural events bring people together. But they can also increase the risk of heat-related illness due to:
☀️ Prolonged outdoor exposure
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Crowd density
🚱 Limited access to cooling areas, drinking water, toilets and hand hygiene facilities, and medical services at peak times

Event organizers can prepare.
✅ When risks rise and heat alerts go out, protective measures kick in immediately, such as providing additional drinking water, cooling areas, queue management, staffing, and clear public messaging.

WHO supports organizers, federations, and host governments to protect attendees, workers, and officials during extreme heat https://t.co/7ISFeesdfK

#BeatTheHeat

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Don't miss out on your summer check ups this year!
❗Our dental team will also be there to provide screenings🪥

[Sullivan Co Regional Health Dept @SullivanHealth]

As of now, there are no confirmed Ebola cases in the United States, and the overall risk to the American public remains low. The outbreak in Central Africa is ongoing, and travelers from affected areas are being closely monitored.
Want more information? https://t.co/9FS8hY0PUt

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Always check these hiding spots when you come in from outside!🌾
https://t.co/7cRyXOQ6lm

[YWCA Northeast Tennessee and Southwest Virginia @YWCA_TNVA]

Several of our Moms-R-Us participants attended the recent TTOPS event sponsored by @SullivanHealth for new or expecting young parents. Our young ladies were so appreciative of the training and gifts they received! 👶🏻🙏🏻

#teenparentingsupports #ittakesavillage

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Tick bites can happen fast, but taking a few simple precautions can help protect you and your family while enjoying the outdoors. Using insect repellent, wearing protective clothing, and checking for ticks after spending time outside are important ways to reduce your risk.

[Sullivan Co Regional Health Dept @SullivanHealth]

🥐It's almost that time again!
❗Please make sure to RSVP to 423-530-3564!

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Looking to schedule a vaccination event?
Our NEW process is quick, easy, and has a big impact! Click the link below to get started today!
Click here: https://t.co/TCuVdTv3s4

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Happy Administrative Professionals Day!
Your dedication and hard work are essential to the smooth, operations of us. To managing countless tasks behind the scenes to help both staff and patients.
Thank you for all that you do, we appreciate you today and every day!💙✨

[Sullivan Co Regional Health Dept @SullivanHealth]

Meet Lori!

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Meet Tammie, one of our family resource specialists!

[Sullivan Co Regional Health Dept @SullivanHealth]

Meet Summer, one of our family resource specialists!

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National Home Visiting Week is observed each year to recognize and raise awareness of home visiting programs and the professionals who deliver them. These programs support expectant parents and families with young children through regular in-home visits focused on health, & more!

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Say hello to our Disease Intervention Specialists (DIS) this National Public Health Week! 📷
DIS are trained public health professionals who work behind the scenes to help control and prevent the spread of sexually transmitted infections (STIs) and other communicable diseases.