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- Hello! Today is National Pneumonia Day. Pneumonia is more than just a bad cough. It can be a serious respiratory infection, especially for older adults and individuals with weakened immune systems.
- The good news? There are steps we can take to help reduce our risk!
- 💙 Prevention starts with awareness.
- This month, we're focusing on Pneumonia Prevention and sharing practical ways to protect our respiratory health, including:
- Staying up to date on recommended vaccinations.
- Practicing good hand hygiene.
- Avoiding smoking and secondhand smoke.
- Maintaining good oral hygiene.
- Recognizing early signs and symptoms.
- Seeking medical attention when needed.
- 📎 Check out the attached Pneumonia Prevention PDF for helpful information, tips, and reminders you can put into practice.
- Let's stay informed, take preventive steps, and encourage those around us to do the same!
- Below is a link to Staying Healthy and Avoiding Pneumonia Flier:
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