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Free MMR Shot Clinic to Protect You from Measles
The Pima County Health Department will have a sustained MMR shot clinic beginning Wednesday, May 7, 2008. At the present time, it is anticipated the clinic will run until the end of May. Find out more information on the Pima County Health Department's website.
Drug-Resistant Staph Infections Reported in Tucson Schools
The Pima County Health Department reports that a strain of staph aureus (MRSA) that is resistant to the drug methicillin has been reported in a number of high schools in the Tucson area. Health authorities speculate that the infections may result in part from contamination of equipment in locker rooms used by sports teams. Many schools have instituted school-wide cleanings and are informing parents of possible dangers.
Upcoming Health & Wellness Events at the Library
Pima Council on Aging
Wednesday, May 14, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Oro Valley
An ambassador will be available to provide information and referral service on issues concerning older people, such as housing options, transportation, food, mental health, caregiving, social services and legal aid. Drop by any time during the hours listed.
Northwest Hospital Presents...
Wednesday, May 14, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Oro Valley
A medical professional from the Northwest Medical Center will discuss a variety of medical topics.
Tobacco Freeways
Wednesday, May 14, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Mission
This is a smoking cessation program of the Pima County Health Department and the Arizona Department of Health Services' Tobacco Education and Prevention Program. For more information call 243-7904.
Este programa de asistencia sobre como parar de fumar esta presentado por el Departamento de Salud de Pima, y el Departamento de Salud y Servicios de Arizona, Programa de Educación y Prevención de Tabaco. Para información en español, llame 243-7939.
Pima Council on Aging
Monday, May 19, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Oro Valley
An ambassador will be available to provide information and referral service on issues concerning older people, such as housing options, transportation, food, mental health, caregiving, social services and legal aid. Drop by any time during the hours listed.
Pima Council on Aging
Wednesday, May 28, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Oro Valley
An ambassador will be available to provide information and referral service on issues concerning older people, such as housing options, transportation, food, mental health, caregiving, social services and legal aid. Drop by any time during the hours listed.