Montgomery County Public Health

09/07/2026

09/04/2026

Did you know? Reptiles and amphibians are more likely than other pets to carry harmful germs that can make people sick.

⚫️ Children under 5, adults over 65, and people with weakened immune systems are more likely to get sick from these germs.
⚫️ Wash your hands after handling reptiles and amphibians, their food, or items in their environment.
⚫️ Provide your pet reptile or amphibian with routine veterinary care to keep it healthy and prevent the spread of disease.

09/03/2026

Preventing illness also means knowing when your kid shouldn’t go to school.

Symptoms of infectious illness include:

⚫️ Having a fever over 100.4 F, or having had one within the last 24 hours
⚫️ Malaise, such as unexplained fatigue and weakness
⚫️ Vomiting and diarrhea
⚫️ Excessive coughing
⚫️ Yellow or green drainage from the eye(s)

09/02/2026

Rabies can be more common than you think.

✅Keep yourself and pets a safe distance from wildlife

✅ Never approach animals who appear to be injured, sick, or dead

✅ Keep pets up to date on rabies vaccines

✅ Avoid touching bats and seek medical advice if you may have had contact with one

You can find additional information at https://www.cdc.gov/rabies/prevention/index.html

09/01/2026

We all want to protect our health, but with so much health advice all around us, it’s hard to know where to start. ODPHP’s MyHealthfinder can help you make informed choices for yourself and your family. MyHealthfinder offers personalized preventive care recommendations and simple, expert-backed health information: https://odphp.health.gov/myhealthfinder.

08/31/2026

Keep your kids healthy in school this fall. Support their immune systems by:

✅ Prioritizing nutritious foods – limiting ultra-processed foods and eating plenty of vegetables, fruits, legumes, whole grains, lean proteins and healthy fats
✅ Being physically active
✅ Drinking plenty of water – consider sending your child to school with a water bottle
✅ Getting quality sleep
✅ Minimizing stress

08/28/2026

Shared clinical decision-making is an extra opportunity to discuss healthcare choices or treatment plans with your provider. If you’ve been hearing this term more lately, swipe to read what shared clinical decision-making is, what it isn’t, and how to navigate it with healthcare professionals.

08/27/2026

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Congratulations to our Public Health employee of the month - Tatiana Melber! She was nominated for her dedication and willingness to support the department by providing epidemiological data in a clear and understanding manner. She goes as an epidemiology analyst to provide data that helps track trends and keep our community safe. Way to go!

08/27/2026

Keep your kids healthy this school year!

✅ Handwashing, especially before eating & after using the bathroom
✅ Avoid touching your face or putting your hands in your eyes, nose and mouth
✅ Cover coughs and sneezes, ideally doing so into a tissue and disposing of it in a waste bin
✅ Avoid close contact with people who are sick

08/27/2026

Learning to read nutrition labels can help you choose healthy foods for life 🍏

Knowing what's in your food helps you take better care of your body.