FL Health Collier

Healthy Snacks for Kids: - Parfait: Layer vanilla or plain low fat yogurt with fruit or dried cereal -Sandwich cut-outs: Use whole grain bread -Mini pizza: Toast a whole wheat English muffin, add pizza sauce and mozzarella cheese -Mini muffins: Use whole grain flours and fruit

Planning ahead prior to drinking is key. Should someone you know become impaired by alcohol or drugs, take steps to secure a safe ride. Arrive alive, don’t drink and drive.

Grill safely this weekend by following these tips: 🍗Chill meats and poultry until you're ready to grill 🧴Wash your hands 🫧Clean the grill surface before cooking ❌Don't cross-contaminate 🗑️Throw out marinades that have touched raw meat 🌡️Use a food thermometer

Drowsy driving is a major problem in the United States. Prevent drowsy driving by getting enough sleep. Follow these sleep tips: 😴Be consistent with your sleep schedule 😴Make your bedroom quiet and dark 😴Remove electronic devices from the bedroom 😴Exercise during the day

THERE IS STILL TIME! The 3D Mobile Mammography bus is at our Immokalee site providing no & low-cost mammograms until 5pm. Let's Crush Cancer together! #colliercounty #BreastCancerAwareness

TODAY! The 3D Mobile Mammography bus is at our Immokalee site providing no & low-cost mammograms, 8am-5pm. Let's Crush Cancer together! #colliercounty #BreastCancerAwareness

When it comes to the Florida heat do not forget about pet safety! 🐶 If they are outside, make sure they have cool water, comfortable shade, and that the hot pavement is not going to hurt their paws.

Protection from UV rays is important all year, especially during the summer. Sun Safety Tips: 😎Wear a hat and sunglasses. 🧴Wear sunscreen and make sure to reapply! ⛱️Stay in the shade, if possible.

Handwashing reminder! Wash your hands often to prevent the spread of germs. Wash your hands for at least 20 seconds with soap and water. Remember the five steps to washing your hands wet, lather, scrub, rinse, and dry!

#DYK Early detection is key to improving survival rates of breast cancer? Visit the 3D Mobile Mammography bus on March 19 at our Immokalee site to receive a no or low-cost mammogram. Visit 3dmobilemammography.com to make an appointment.

It's illegal to drive drunk. Follow these safety tips: -Designate a sober driver or plan to use a ride service if you have been drinking. -Don't let someone get behind the wheel if that person has been drinking. -Call 911 if you see a drunk driver. -Always wear a seat belt.

Traffickers prey on the vulnerable, promising a better life or an escape from their current home situation then use fear and manipulation to keep victims from seeking help. To learn more, visit FloridaHealth.gov/HT

Each year, millions of adults 65 years and older fall. Follow these tips to help prevent falls: 🩺Talk to your doctor to evaluate your risk of falling 🧘Do strength and balance exercises 👀Have your eyes checked 🏡Make your home safer- add grab bars and railings

Let's Crush Cancer on March 19! Visit the 3D Mobile Mammography bus at our Immokalee site to receive a no or low-cost mammogram. Qualified women can visit 3dmobilemammography.com to make an appointment. #BreastCancerAwareness

There are many ways to save money on the foods that you eat. Here are some budget-friendly tips for eating right. -Cook more, eat out less -Shop for foods that are in season -Determine where to shop -Plan your meals and snacks -Watch portion sizes

NEVER leave children or pets alone in hot vehicles! Heat can rise in a car, up to 20 degrees in just 10 minutes.

Brain injury is one of the most serious bicycle injuries. Children must wear a helmet at all times when they are riding their bicycle. Supervise younger children while riding bicycles to make sure they are safe and out of the way of moving vehicles.

Protect all the skin you're in! Remember to wear a broad spectrum sunscreen that filters out both UVA and UVB rays and has an SPF of 15 or higher before you go outside. Sunscreen wears off, make sure to reapply.

Break the grip of the rip! If caught in a rip current: 🌊Don't swim against the current 🌊Swim out of the current, then to shore 🌊If you can't escape, float or tread water 🌊If you need help, yell or wave for assistance floridahealth.gov/individual-fam…

It's important to avoid or limit food and drinks that are higher in added sugars. How can you cut down on added sugars? 🥤Drink water or unsweetened tea instead of soda 🥣Instead of sugary cereal, try plain oatmeal 🍎Replace the candy dish with a fruit dish