The latest issue of the Galveston County Health District (GCHD) monthly newsletter, Pulse of the District, is now available. Meet the three newest members of the United Board of Health, learn more about breast cancer and free screenings offered at the health district and the benefits of eating together as a family. There’s also information on the health district’s newest initiative – Healthy Eating, Active Living – which launches later this year, the importance of flu vaccines and diabetes education. Did you know the Galveston County Animal Resource Center hosts a monthly low-cost vaccination clinic? The next one is set for Oct. 20.
Read all about it at: http://www.gchd.org/home/showdocument?id=6225
Also available is the latest issue of The Coastal Wave, the Coastal Health & Wellness (CHW) monthly newsletter. This month’s issue includes information on Crucial Catch, which takes place Oct. 27. Join CHW at Crucial Catch for family-friendly events including face painting and tattoos, football toss and health screenings, plus learn more about breast cancer, colorectal cancer and more. There will also be prizes and refreshments. Also in this month’s newsletter, learn about breast cancer awareness, the importance of flu vaccines and pain awareness.
Read all about it at: http://www.gchd.org/home/showdocument?id=6227
Have you checked out the news section of the GCHD website? Visit www.gchd.org/news for the latest information on how GCHD protects the optimal health and well-being of Galveston County.