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(1/2) COVID-19 vaccines will help our bodies develop immunity to the virus that causes COVID-19 without us having to get the illness. Often people will have symptoms like mild fever, tiredness, and body aches after getting a vaccine.

October is #BreastCancer Month! Did you know there are some things you can do to reduce your risk of breast cancer? Read more: bit.ly/2Kz4b5q

Effective 3/31/20 - Blaine County Recycle Center makes temporary Recycle Program changes. facebook.com/blainecountyid…

If you have had an unexpected significant impact to your income that may be ongoing for the foreseeable future, please call 1-877-456-1233 or visit livebetteridaho.org to apply for public assistance. #IdahoCovid19

We are meeting with staff from each of the public health districts today. Thank you to the South Central District Health team for their hard work during this time.

Together, we can stop the spread of #COVID19. Here are the most recent guidelines for Americans from the @WhiteHouse and @CDCgov. #coronavirus

NEW: State-level data at coronavirus.idaho.gov will be updated at 5 p.m. daily, starting today. Health district data will be updated on their websites at their discretion.

A negative test today for #IdahoCovid19 is no guarantee -- you could be exposed tomorrow, or the next day. That's why testing is limited to those showing symptoms. #COVID19Facts coronavirus.idaho.gov

Emergency responders, public health officials, and local government from Twin Falls are planning for Covid-19. There are currently no confirmed infections in Twin Falls or Idaho, but we’re preparing for what will come. Please visit @SCPHD for more info about #coronavirus

🎶Thank you for washing your haaaands🎶 #GoldenGirls #COVID19 #COVID19OhioReady

Have questions? We have answers! Friday, March 13th, at Noon. Right here on Facebook.

We know that washing your hands is one of the best ways to prevent the spread of the Coronavirus, but how often should you do it? Here’s an easy graphic you can share with friends and family to remember when to suds up. More: phd5.idaho.gov/CoronaVirus/

If you think you need to be tested for novel #coronavirus, please discuss with a medical provider. Testing is based on symptoms and whether the person has had close contact with a confirmed patient or history of travel from affected area. coronavirus.idaho.gov/frequently-ask…

Current understanding is #COVID19 spreads mostly from person to person through respiratory droplets produced when a person coughs or sneezes, similar to how flu spreads. Learn more at bit.ly/2I6MpDp

Have you heard of the Water1der App? Its a FREE groundwater awareness trivia game from @groundwaterfdn that can be used by educators to challenge your groundwater knowledge! groundwater.org/get-informed/o…

E. COLI OUTBREAK UPDATE: 102 ill people now reported from 23 states. CDC’s advice remains the same: Do not eat, sell, or serve romaine lettuce from the Salinas growing region. If you don’t know or can’t tell where the lettuce is from, don’t eat it. go.usa.gov/xpXg8

A6 It takes about 2 weeks to build immunity after a #fluvaccine. Get protection against flu infection now. It’s not too late to get vaccinated. go.usa.gov/xpEUD #FightFlu #LowerYourFluRisk

Protect yourself and those around you: get a #fluvaccine. #FightFlu #NIVW

#Flu is a contagious respiratory illness caused by influenza viruses. The best protection against flu is a #fluvaccine. It’s not too late to #fightflu – get vaccinated now.

How long should you cook your turkey? It depends on how much the turkey weighs and whether you stuff it. Find where your turkey fits in our roasting table: go.usa.gov/xpqHJ