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How Your Passion for Health Can Fuel Community Change

You care about health. Maybe it’s the way you look out for friends, share wellness tips, or follow new treatments before they hit mainstream news. Whatever sparks your interest, there’s power in turning that personal passion into public purpose. This isn’t about having credentials — it’s about showing up, speaking up, and knowing where your voice fits. Health advocacy isn’t reserved for experts; it’s for anyone who’s ever said, “This should be better.” And it can start right where you are. Start with What You See The easiest entry into advocacy? Pay attention to what frustrates or inspires you — then speak from it. Are parents in your neighborhood struggling with asthma triggers? Does your town lack safe places to walk or access to fresh food? Issues like these don’t need giant campaigns — they need grounded voices. As you raise yours, you might find your role mirrors the evolving roles and responsibilities of community health advocates who conne...
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COVID - 19. Everything you need to know!



What is COVID - 19?  

COVID - 19 is a contagious disease that is caused by  SARS-CoV-2 virus (Severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2). 



When did COVID - 19  appear? This particular virus came out in late 2019.



What was the COVID - 19 pandemic ?  First being discovered in China, in late 2019,  the virus spread throughout the World. Since then, the virus has killed millions.



How is COVID- 19 Spread? The coronavirus or COVID-19, can be spread from person to person (within 6 feet)  if an infected person coughs or sneezes. The virus can also linger in the air for hours after an infected person has coughed or sneezed. People are most likely to spread the virus while they are showing symptoms.



Who can get COVID -19 ? Anyone can be infected with COVID-19, however those who are older or have underlying health issues are most likely to become infected.



What are the symptoms of COVID -19?

  • fever or chills
  • cough
  • shortness of breath or difficulty breathing
  • fatigue
  • muscle or body ache
  • headache
  • new loss of taste or smell
  • sore throat
  • congestion or runny nose
  • diarrhea
  • nausea or vomiting



How to protect yourself  from  COVID- 19? Practice social distancing. If necessary, wear a mask and wash your hands. If you are showing symptoms, get tested and isolate yourself from others.



When should you get tested? If you are feeling any or multiple symptoms listed above, it is important to get tested.



What to do if you test positive? If you test positive for COVID-19, stay away from others until you test negative, wear a mask, and wash your hands.



Where to get tested for COVID-19? There are now at home tests that an individual can use. (CLICK HERE )Or they can test at their nearest pharmacy (CVS/Walgreens). If you or someone you know has no insurance, please visit the CDC website to find the nearest no cost location to test for free (CLICK HERE).



What is the COVID-19 vaccination? COVID-19 vaccination helps individuals build immunity to the virus. 

 How do COVID-19 vaccinations work?



Who should get vaccinated? Nearly anyone 6 months or older.



Who should not get vaccinated? CLICK HERE!  



Can you take the vaccination if you are pregnant or nursing? Yes



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 people when they sin against you,
 your heavenly father will also forgive you 
Matthew 6:14."

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