BethlehemHealthDept

Securing your child in #TheRightSeat is securing their future! In 2019, more than one-third of children under 13 killed in passenger vehicles were not restrained in car seats, booster seats or seat belts. Learn more 👉 NHTSA.gov/TheRightSeat

Flu activity is still low, but it’s important to get vaccinated before flu starts spreading in your community. The CDC recommends everyone 6 months of age + older receive a flu shot before the end of October. Find a flu vaccination location near you: bit.ly/FindFluVax

Unvaccinated Pennsylvanians account for 97 percent of COVID deaths, 95% of COVID hospitalizations, and 94% of cases overall. Vaccines work. Find one near you: pa.gov/get-vaccinated.

A new 🚴 location is coming to Bethlehem for the #bikebethlehem program. The Wooden Match is kicking off on Monday. Some highlights of this location are: ·         located conveniently near the D&L trail ·         open during evening hours ·         open on the weekends

ALL Pennsylvanians can be ready to save a life and help get someone into recovery by carrying naloxone. Pick up naloxone at a local pharmacy using Dr. Johnson's standing order: bit.ly/GetNaloxone #RecoveryMonth

MYTH: You can only get a DUI if you're impaired by alcohol. FACT: You can be convicted of a DUI if you're impaired by any alcohol or drug (legal or illegal). #DriveSober #BeSafePA

Help keep our students safe! As the school year begins, we'll be seeing more school buses on PA roads 🚌 Know the laws and plan your commute accordingly: bit.ly/PASchoolBusSaf…

Each vaccine shot gets us one step closer to beating COVID. 💪 💉Find a provider near you: vaccines.gov

While getting #COVID19 may offer some natural protection, the risk of severe illness and death from COVID-19 far outweighs any benefits of natural immunity. Getting a COVID-19 vaccine will help protect you without having to be sick.

Ticks can be anywhere, even in your own backyard, so it's important that you do a tick check each time you go indoors after spending time outside. Look closely—blacklegged tick nymphs are very small and they are active through August.

Work zones? No phones! 📵 Distracted driving is always dangerous, but you should be extra vigilant when driving through a work zone. 🚧 Find more work zone safety tips at bit.ly/WZSafety.

Have you heard the phrase 'self-care' but not sure exactly what it means? Self-care means taking the time to do things that help you live well and improve physical health and mental health. Learn how to practice self-care: bit.ly/3whiQpo

🩸BLOOD DONORS NEEDED🩸 We are experiencing a national blood shortage. This means there is not enough blood available for people who need it the most. You can help by donating blood! Learn more: redcross.org

Tomorrow is the last day to order your July #VeggieSales to support the Bethlehem Area School District childcare programs.

The count down is on...BHB's longest tenured employee is retiring after 33 years serving the City of Bethlehem! Best wishes Jose on a well deserved retirement! Bethlehem City Hall

The Bethlehem Health Bureau was named as one of the Health Care Heroes by Lehigh Valley Business. We appreciate it! #Covid19

Thank you to all who came to vaccine clinics at Liberty and Freedom today. Thank you to our volunteers, healthcare workers, and @BethlehemHealth #FINISHtheFIGHT #BASDproud @BASDSUPT

Vaccine Clinics have been announced for BASD students 12 years and older on Sat (5/15) & Thurs (5/20) at @WCBethlehem May 15th registration link: bit.ly/May15Clinic May 20th registration link: bit.ly/May20Clinic #FinishTheFight #BASDproud @BethlehemHealth @BASDSUPT

Heat-related deaths are preventable. Sadly, 882 children have died due to vehicular heatstroke since 1998. Always check the back seats of your vehicle before your lock it and walk away. #LookBeforeYouLock