Summer weather has already arrived in the Red River Valley, and that means area residents need to be taking the appropriate steps in the prevention of dehydration and heat exhaustion. Kelsey Merkens of Norman Mahnomen Public Health shares some things you should keep in mind all summer long. Merkens says it’s also important to be…
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Summer has arrived in the Red River Valley which means that people spending time outside will need to break out their sun screen. Kelsey Merkens of Norman Mahnomen Public Health says children as young as six months need to be using a mineral based sun screen. Merkens also recommends that people use SPF 30 and…
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Mosquito Season is just about here, and Norman Mahnomen Public Health is sharing some tips to cut down on the amount of mosquitos calling your property home. Kelsey Merkens of Norman Mahnomen Public Health says one thing you should do is clear your yard of any standing water, especially if it has rained. No matter…
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The start of summer also signals the start of tick season in the Midwest, and people are reminded to make sure they are taking the appropriate steps in protecting themselves from ticks when spending time outside. Kelsey Merkens of Norman-Mahnomen Public Health. If you do find a tick biting you, Merkens explains how you should…
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It’s National Walk & Bike to School Day, and Norman-Mahnomen Public Health is using the day to promote bike safety for youth of all ages. Kim Myers of Norman-Mahnomen Public Health says helmets are one of the most crucial aspects of bike safety, and she encourages parents to install that in their child’s mind early. …
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It’s Public Health Week, and Public Health Organizations across the country are celebrating by promoting the work they do in their local communities. Sarah Kjono of Norman-Mahnomen Public Health says the ultimate mission of Public Health is to help fill in healthcare gaps in the communities they serve, and they do this by working with…
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It’s Public Health week, and Norman-Mahnomen Public Health is celebrating by promoting, and celebrating the work and services they offer in our communities. Sarah Kjono of Norman-Mahnomen Public Health talks more about Public Health Week, and the ways it has changed over the years. Kjono says Public Health offices have a huge impact in everyday…
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March is Nutrition Month, and Norman Mahnomen Public Health is encouraging people to adopt a healthy, and nutritious lifestyle. Kristy rott of Norman-Mahnomen Public Health says one of the best ways to adopt a healthy and nutritious lifestyle is by adopting an upstream way of thinking, which she talks more about with R&J News’ Kevin…
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March is Nutrition Month, and Norman-Mahnomen Public Health is encouraging people to live a nutritious life, and adopt a healthy diet.Many people when they hear the word nutrition often think of things like caloric intake, but hydration is also a very important aspect of a nutritious lifestyle. Kristi Rott of Norman-Mahnomen Public Health tells us…
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Public Health is active in every Minnesota County, and while the work they do is very impactful, many are unaware of the sheer amount of work and programs their local Public Health Office offers. While the services offered through Public Health may differ from county to county, Sarah Kjono of Norman-Mahnomen says the ultimate goal…
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