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Our Social Drivers of Health team, SDOH, passed out food boxes at Erie Johnson School Based Health Center. Patients and families received fresh fruits, veggies, grains, chicken, and milk.

New CDC data shows that the 2023 fall Covid-19 vaccines provide 54% increased protection against infection. The best ways to yourself are to:

- Wash your hands often
- Avoid close contact with people who are sick
- If you are sick, stay home
- Wear a mask in public if you are high risk
- Get vaccinated

Funding provided in part by the Illinois Department of Public Health.

It is not safe for a baby to sleep in an adult bed (with or without people). Your baby can sleep in your room in their own crib or bassinet, where they will be close. This simple practice can prevent sudden infant death syndrome. Keep baby safe, and sound asleep.

Learn more at http://erie.health/safesleep

Funding provided in part by the Illinois Department of Public Health.

Erie Family Health Centers makes healthcare more accessible and affordable for everyone in our community, and they’re inviting people to join their mission-driven team. Check out these opportunities in our bio to work as a Medical Assistant.

communities, one caring touch at a time. For the rest of March, we will individually recognize and celebrate these incredible women of Erie Family Health Centers, whose , , and shape healthier futures for all.

March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month.

What better time than now to talk with your Erie Family Health Centers provider about your screening options and make a plan to get screened.

Today is a great day to support patients and their families by investing in resources that improve health beyond the exam room!

Make a gift today to fuel essential patient resources, including chronic disease management, health education, and linkage to essential resources.

Make a gift here: https://bit.ly/patientresources24

Meet Ruth Tunnicliff, MD: A Trailblazer in Medicine 🌟

Ruth Tunnicliff, a graduate of Rush Medical College's inaugural class of women in 1903, defied the norms of her time and made significant contributions to medical research and practice.

For nearly four decades, Tunnicliff worked alongside the esteemed bacteriologist Ludvig Hektoen at Chicago’s John McCormick Institute for Infectious Diseases. Her research, which encompassed over 100 papers, enhanced our understanding of diseases such as diphtheria, scarlet fever, and measles.

During World War I, she served as an army contract surgeon, providing invaluable clinical lab services. In the 1930s, Tunnicliff delved into dental research at Loyola University, focusing on combating tooth decay.

Her legacy as a pioneer in medicine continues to inspire generations of healthcare professionals. Let's honor Ruth Tunnicliff's trailblazing spirit and dedication to advancing medical science! 🩺💡

Meet Dr. Caroline Hedger, a trailblazing figure in public health and social reform. Graduating from Rush Medical College in 1904, she dedicated her career to serving immigrant families and the less fortunate in Chicago. Dr. Hedger's groundbreaking work, including her 1906 article "Tuberculosis in Packingtown," alongside Upton Sinclair's The Jungle, exposed the harsh realities of living and working conditions near the stockyards.

She championed for better wages, improved housing, and holistic approaches to child health through initiatives like the Parent's Score Card. Let's celebrate her legacy of compassion and advocacy for social justice.

The HPV vaccine is a preventative method – NOT a treatment or cure. However, getting the vaccine may prevent 90% of its related cancers.

Learn more at http://erie.health/hpv or talk to your healthcare provider.

Get Vaccinated Against HPV!

The HPV vaccine is a preventative method – NOT a treatment or cure. However, getting the vaccine may prevent 90% of its related cancers.

Visit http://erie.health/HPV to learn more.

If you are between the ages of 9-45 years old and are unvaccinated or did not complete the HPV vaccine series, speak with your healthcare professional about receiving the HPV vaccine.

Visit http://erie.health/hpv tp learn more.