Health observances |
National Immunization Awareness Month |
 Observed each August, National Immunization Awareness Month highlights the importance of vaccination for people of all ages. Vaccines help prevent diseases, such as measles and whooping cough. As families gear up for a new school year, show your support for immunization requirements and recommendations by encouraging everyone you know in Indian Country to visit the Protect Your Circle website. Sponsored by the South Dakota Department of Health, the website includes vaccination schedules and other resources to help Native families stay up to date. |
Opioid Misuse Prevention Day: August 30 |
Opioid Misuse Prevention Day focuses attention on the causes of, and treatments for opioid misuse and addiction. In the weeks leading up to this annual health observance, help decrease the risk for opioid dependence and overdose by sharing 2 webinars:
The recordings are part of a Tribal Opioid Response (TOR) webinar series hosted by the National American Indian and Alaska Native Addiction Technology Transfer Center (ATTC) Network. The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration funds the TOR program and the ATTC Network. |
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