Preventative Health
Your Winning Game Plan for Super Bowl Party Food and Leftovers
Tackling a buffet at your game day gathering? Play by these rules and keep the runs on the field. Make sure your game day gathering is memorable for all the right reasons! Follow these six tips to avoid food poisoning: 1. Keep it clean. Wash your hands with soap and running water for at…
Read MoreSugary Drink Habits Start Early!
Despite health messages to limit sodas and other sugary beverages, most American children drink them often, new government statistics show. Nearly two-thirds of boys and girls ages 2 to 19 drink at least one sugar-sweetened beverage daily, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The national survey of dietary habits from 2011…
Read MoreThe Warning Signs of Diabetes!
What Is Type 2 Diabetes and what are the warning signs? Type 2 diabetes can affect all people, regardless of age. Early symptoms of type 2 diabetes may be missed, so those affected may not even know they have the condition. An estimated one out of every three people within the early stages of type…
Read MoreThe Harrison County General Health District is pleased to announce the release of the 2019 Community Health Assessment
Cadiz, OH (October 1, 2019) – The Harrison County General Health District is pleased to announce the release of the 2019 Community Health Assessment (CHA). The report is a comprehensive collection and analysis of data regarding health issues, available services and opportunities for action in Harrison County communities and identifies priority issues related to the…
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