Central Texas Regional Advisory Council

Established in 1948, World Health Day is observed as a global movement to improve the health and well-being of all people.

World Health Organization (WHO)

It doesn't take very long!

Warmer weather is on the way, and that means an increased risk of heatstroke for little ones. Never leave them in the car alone – not even for a minute.

Put it in your phone now in case you need it for yourself or to share with someone who might be struggling.

Great information! So true.

Do not store cleaning products and food in the same cabinet. Children can confuse with food products. Do not leave household chemicals unattended; leave original labels on all products including medicines. Never refer to medication as candy.
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📣 𝗜𝗔 𝗠𝗘𝗗 𝗜𝗡-𝗣𝗘𝗥𝗦𝗢𝗡 𝗖𝗢𝗨𝗥𝗦𝗘𝗦 𝗔𝗥𝗘 𝗕𝗔𝗖𝗞! We have been impatiently waiting to announce the first in-person course of 2022!!!

We're kicking things off in 𝗟𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗼, 𝗧𝗫 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗳𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗱𝘀 𝗮𝘁 𝗛𝗮𝗺𝗶𝗹𝘁𝗼𝗻 𝗘𝗠𝗦 𝗔𝗽𝗿𝗶𝗹 𝟲-𝟵, 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟮. You are not going to want to miss this 4-day exclusive in-person event.

Take an extra day and stay for the Hamilton EMS skills day on April 10th. They will be presenting 𝘀𝗸𝗶𝗹𝗹𝘀 𝘀𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻 𝗮𝗱𝗱𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝟭𝟬 𝗖𝗘𝗨𝘀 and training on ventilator management, surgical airways, finger thoracostomy, and more!

𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗙𝗠𝗣 𝗰𝗼𝘂𝗿𝘀𝗲 𝘀𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝗻𝗹𝘆 𝗵𝗮𝘀 𝟭𝟮 𝗿𝗲𝗺𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘀𝗲𝗮𝘁𝘀 𝗮𝘃𝗮𝗶𝗹𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝘀𝗼 𝗯𝗲 𝘀𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝗰𝗹𝗮𝗶𝗺 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘀𝗲𝗮𝘁 𝗾𝘂𝗶𝗰𝗸𝗹𝘆. ➡️ https://hubs.ly/Q016BFGl0

It’s Day 2 of Safer Sleep Awareness Week. Did you know that hundreds of Texas babies suddenly die in their sleep each year?

Learn how to give babies room to breathe in this GetParentingTips.com video:

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This week is Safe Sleep Week. Even if you're not a parent, it's good to get this info out to your friends and families that might have a bundle of joy (or one on the way)!



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Support moms and babies!

It is World Birth Defects Day. More than 8 million babies worldwide are born with a serious birth defect each year. Many birth defects can be prevented and treated.

People can increase their chances of having a healthy baby by managing health conditions and practicing healthy behaviors before and during pregnancy.

Learn more: https://bit.ly/3hrjSdH

Our goal is to serve our community. We do this by working with our members and partners to maintain and improve the emergency healthcare system.

March 3rd is .

Many common causes of hearing loss can be prevented. Learn more about how to take care of your hearing: https://bit.ly/3tdIRX6.

Social media can be a whole lot of fun most days! And other times it feels more like a minefield. Your mental health can be negatively impacted by social media. Learn more from the National Alliance on Mental Illness at https://www.nami.org/Your-Journey/Kids-Teens-and-Young-Adults/Teens/Social-Media-and-Mental-Health

Take care of yourself!

NAMI

Happy Texas Independence Day!

One of the best things you can do to look after your health is to get your annual physical. If you don't have a primary physician, it's a good time to look for one.

We're hosting our first quarter committee meetings today. Big thanks to all the hospitals, EMS providers, first responders, and other stakeholders who take time from their day to work to elevate care in Central Texas.

Happy Presidents Day!

Ever been gifted an act of kindness? Remember that feeling?

Use today to pass that along. Whether it's money, words, or even just elevating and amplifying a voice of an individual or organization making a difference you can make a difference.

What are some other ways to demonstrate kindness?

There’s an athlete in all of us! Don’t just watch the best, perform your best.

The evidence is clear—physical activity:
🏅Lowers risk of high blood pressure
🏅Lowers risk of stroke
🏅Improves mental health
🏅Reduces arthritis symptoms
🏅Prevents weight gain

Learn more about how physical activity builds a : https://bit.ly/31A4KAi

Happy Valentine's Day!

DYK: 80% of civilian fire deaths occur at home. Today begins National Burn Awareness Week. Check out CSN'S Newsletter for proven prevention practices for use at home.
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Another Texas freeze in forecast? Podcast has steps to protect your home.

Another Texas freeze in forecast? Podcast has steps to protect your home. Take these steps to protect your home before temperatures drop.

🚨❄️ Winter weather is expected tomorrow and through the end of the week. Take the time now to review winter safety steps, information, recommendations and resources:
📱Check your area for local weather alerts: TexasReady.gov
📢Follow the recommendations of local authorities.
🌨️Take winter weather safety steps: ready.gov/winter-weather
🧥How to safely stay warm: cdc.gov/disasters/winter/duringstorm
🚗Texas road conditions: drivetexas.org
⚡️Power outage safety: ready.gov/power-outages
⚠️Avoid CO poisoning: cdc.gov/disasters/cofacts.html

🚨❄️ Recordatorios de seguridad durante el invierno
El clima de invierno llegará pronto.
Para más información:
📢Sigue las recomendaciones de las autoridades locales.
🌨️Alertas e información de seguridad sobre el clima en Texas: TexasReady.gov
🧥 Cómo mantenerse en calor de forma segura: https://bit.ly/3beP6RF
⚡️Cómo protegerse durante un apagón ready.gov/power-outages
🚗Mapa de las condiciones de las calles y carreteras en Texas (en inglés): drivetexas.org
⚠️los peligros del monóxido de carbono: cdc.gov/disasters/cofacts.html

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A reminder that our COVID-19 Service Sites are open this week. Hours are 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. each day. No appointments are needed at either site, so get tested and vaccinated today!

In addition, we plan to open next week as well, with the same hours at both sites, so we are posting this flyer now as an early notice.

Taking care of your heart is great for you and your loved ones. Imagine all the good a healthy heart can do!



American Heart Association

Being a strong advocate for yourself and others starts with being informed. Check out Lindsay's story.

Lindsay developed , which is a pregnancy-related complication. story about how being her own advocate may have saved her life.
https://bit.ly/CDCHearHerStories

Free N95 mask distribution starts this week at select North Texas pharmacies

Free N95 mask distribution starts this week at select North Texas pharmacies Free N95 masks from the federal government have started rolling out, but the specifics of the distribution plans are still in the works for many parts of...

Don't get caught off guard. Prepare early for cold weather.



https://www.weather.gov/safety/cold-before

If you cut a toilet paper roll open, it can be used as a cuff over your wrapping paper roll to keep it together and organized.

The COVID-19 testing and vaccination site at Wilson Park will close early today, January 11 due to inclement weather.

Great opportunity to make a local impact!

Calling all statewide organizations, academic institutions, and community-based organizations helping Texas in its fight against COVID-19! Round 2 of the Texas Vaccine Outreach and Education Program is underway.

Grants of $50,000 to $1 million are available. Apply by Friday Jan 14. 2022 at https://bit.ly/3eOEnzo.

DSHS and Texas A&M University Health Science Center are awarding grants to organizations engaging in vaccine education and outreach in populations disproportionately affected by COVID-19.

Wishing you a happy new year!

Stay safe!

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