Texas eyes immunizations amid rising nonmedical exemptions
Texas could become a focal point in a national clash over stricter immunization rules as conscientious exemptions rise among K-12 students. Legislators propose an opt out system linked to vaccine education while opponents cite discredited studies and push back from groups like Texans for Vaccine Choice amid a mumps outbreak near Fort Worth.
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Flu Shots Available at Oswego County Health Dept
Oswego County Health Department urges vaccination as flu activity can extend into May. Public health nurses note vaccine reduces illness and hospitalizations and protect high risk groups including children, elderly, pregnant women and those with medical conditions. Call 349-3547 for more information.
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Oswego Health Dept Immunization and Clinic Schedule
Oswego County residents can access preventive health services and immunizations at the H. Douglas Barclay Courthouse in Pulaski on the third Tuesday each month by appointment. Week of Dec 12 features flu shots for all ages, an immunization clinic, free pregnancy testing, and STI services at Nick Sterio Public Health Clinic Oswego with continual hotlines for appointment scheduling.
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Surgeon General warns e cig threat to youth health
US Surgeon General Vivek Murthy labels e-cigarettes an emerging public health threat to teens. The report notes research gaps but asserts vaping may addict a new generation, with 16 percent of high school students using e cigarettes last year. It urges parents health workers and local officials to curb youth access and include vaping in indoor bans.
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