Health Alerts

Summer weather is fast-approaching, which means lots of fun outdoor activities. For more information on summer safety including bike and sun safety, visit:

• American Academy of Pediatrics parent info web site: Healthy Children

• Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

• Oregon Public Health Division

Fortunately, the ticks that carry Lyme disease don’t like Central Oregon, but it’s possible that you may be susceptible if you travel outside of our region. Be sure to tell your provider if you’ve traveled outside of Central Oregon.

For more information on insect and animal-borne diseases visit:

• West Nile Virus

• Tick Borne Diseases