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Spooky is Good, Safe is Better: Halloween Tips

Spooky is Good, Safe is Better: Halloween Tips

Oct 27, 2017

As you get all of your ghosts, superheroes, zombies and princesses ready for Halloween, be sure that this holiday is the right mix of SPOOKY and SAFE.

  • Plan your route in advance. This is especially good for older children who might be venturing out into the neighborhood on their own.
  • Cross the street at corners, using traffic signals and crosswalks. Look left, right
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Allergy Basics: Prevention and Relief

Allergy Basics: Prevention and Relief

Sep 1, 2017

Could allergies be to blame for your runny nose and sneezing?  The symptoms of allergies and the common cold are very similar, which can make it difficult to tell the difference between the two.  

Allergies are a common chronic health condition. Symptoms can be mild or severe, and some allergies can even put you at risk for life-threatening reactions. About 75% of people

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State and Local Health Officials Stress Awareness and Prevention of Sexually Transmitted Infections

State and Local Health Officials Stress Awareness and Prevention of Sexually Transmitted Infections

Jun 29, 2017

Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) and sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) are still a health concern and rates continue to be on the rise, according to officials from the South Dakota Department of Health and the Sioux Falls Health Department.

The terms STIs and STDs are often used interchangeably, according to Dr. Jennifer Tinguely, Chief Medical Officer for the

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