Morgan County Health Department

Fire Prevention Week is October 4-10. You can be a fire safety superhero by charging your devices safely. Simple things, like plugging in your phone the right way, can help stop battery fires. Learn more at fpw.org.

Are you seeking a fulfilling career in public health? Discover exciting job opportunities available at the Alabama Department of Public Health: alabamapublichealth.gov/employment/opportunities.html.

October 2 is National Disease Intervention Specialist (DIS) Day. These special healthcare workers help protect us from diseases like COVID-19, the flu, and hepatitis. If you want to learn more about becoming a DIS, read our blog post: tinyurl.com/ydar7sjp.

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Learn how to recognize the signs of abuse and find out how you can help stop it at tinyurl.com/yc23j2bd.

Taking antibiotics when you do not need them can cause side effects, antibiotic resistance, and harm your gut health. Learn more about antibiotic use at alabamapublichealth.gov/hai/news.html.

ALL Kids helps your children grow up healthy and strong. It gives kids under 19 health care at a low cost. Learn more at alabamapublichealth.gov/allkids.

Protect yourself this flu season! Stop by the Morgan County Health Department on October 15 from 9 am to 3 pm, or while supplies last, for our drive-thru flu shot clinic. We accept Medicaid and other commercial insurance. Shots will be $5 for everyone else.

Do you want to help others by working in public health? You can connect with your local recruiter and explore your options: alabamapublichealth.gov/employment/recruiters.html.

Do vaccines overwhelm a child's immune system? Too many shots at once? It's a common concern for new parents. But there's more to the story—and it might be reassuring. Check out our FAQ page at alabamapublichealth.gov/immunization/rcv.html.