FLOOD WATERS MAY POSE HEALTH RISKS
FLOOD INFORMATION SHEET
Tropical storms and hurricanes can cause flooding. Although skin contact with flood waters does not, by itself, pose a serious health risk, health hazards are a concern when waters become contaminated. Flood waters may contain waste material with associated bacteria and viruses.
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Get your Teen Vaccine! The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) now recommends an immunization visit for 16-year-olds. Meningitis and influenza vaccinations are advised for this age, along with any previously-recommended vaccine doses or boosters that may have been missed. Ask your child’s physician, or contact us at 850-595-6500, x1708, about what vaccines your child may need to take on the world.
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