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North Shore
Health Department
Bayside, Brown Deer, Fox Point,
Glendale & River Hills
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Village of Brown Deer
4800 West Green Brook Drive
Brown Deer, WI 53223
414.371.2980 / FAX 414.371.2988
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Immunization Clinic Schedules:
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Second Tuesday
of each month
10:00am - 11:00am
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Third Wednesday
of each month
3:30pm-4:30pm
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North Shore Library 6800 N. Port Washington Rd
Last Tuesday of each month 4:00pm-5:00pm
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Go Red For Women!
Friday, February 5, is "Go Red For Women" day and the whole month of February is American Heart Month. Heart disease is the #1 killer of both men and women in the U.S. and is a major cause of disability. In fact, an American will have a coronary event about every 25 seconds and about one will die every minute from one. There are steps everyone can take to help reduce their chance of becoming a heart disease statistic.
The American Heart Association has set a new goal to focus on improving health factors and lifestyle behaviors. The Heart Association has defined "ideal cardiovascular health" and identified seven health factors and lifestyle behaviors that support heart health. These measures are called "Life's Simple 7" which are a simple step-by-step approach that will help everyone live a long, productive, healthy life -- something everyone would like to do.
The seven health measures determining cardiovascular health are:
- Never smoked or quit more than one year ago
- Body mass index less than 25
- Physical activity of at least 150 minutes (moderate intensity) or 75 minutes (vigorous intensity) each week
- Four to five of the key components of a heatlhy diet consistent with current American Heart Association guideline recommendations
- Total cholesterol of less tahn 200 mg
- Blood pressure below 120/80
- Fasting blood sugar less than 100
Take a few minutes and honestly assess your heart health. If you have risk factors, your family will appreciate it if you would take steps to improve your health. Learn more about
Life's Simple 7. There is also good information about how to prevent heart disease at the CDC.
Please remember to wear red on Friday, February 5, in support of heart health for women and help increase awareness of the importance of heart health for everyone. Visit Go Red For Women for a Go Red Heart Checkup.
National Radon Action Month
January is National Radon Action Month which is a very good time to check your home for radon. Radon is a radioactive gas that comes from the natural decay of uranium that is found in nearly all soils. You cannot smell or taste radon. It can get into your home through cracks and construction gaps and it can cause lung cancer.
The EPA recommends that all homes be tested for radon. It is estimated that nearly 1 out of every 15 homes has an elevated radon level. In fact, radon levels can vary greatly from home to home in the same neighborhood.
You can get a short-term Radon Testing Kit at the North Shore Health Department for $5.00. There are proven methods to reduce radon levels in your home if results show a higher than recommended radon level. It makes sense to find out if your home is safe.
For more information about radon, check out the EPA's Citizen Guide to Radon and Radon Information for Wisconsin.
H1N1 NEWS
This has been an unusual flu season with circulation of the H1N1 flu virus. It is estimated that 47 million Americans have been infected with the H1N1 virus resulting in 213,000 hospitalizations and 9,820 deaths. There have been 280 pediatric deaths which is three times what is seen in a typical flu season. The H1N1 flu continues to hit children and young adults the hardest.
While the second wave of the H1N1 flu is waning, the future is uncertain and it is not known if there will be a third wave. So, if you have not already done so, take the time now to protect yourself and your family. It is not too late as the flu season typically ends in May.
At the present time there is plenty of H1N1 vaccine, it is available to everyone, and it is a perfect time to get vaccinated. If more people get vaccinated, it is less likely the disease will spread in the coming months.
You can get an H1N1 flu immunization at one of the North Shore Health Department immunization clinics listed above. No separate H1N1 clinics are scheduled at this time.
If your child is under the age of 10 and needs a second dose of H1N1 vaccine, please come to one of the above clinics if it has been at least 28 days since the first dose.
PLEASE NOTE:
- Vaccine is available as long as supplies last and on a first come, first served basis. There is no cost for the H1N1 vaccine.
- Both injectable and nasal mist vaccine are available. The Health Department will determine which vaccine is appropriate for the person getting immunized.
For more information about H1N1 flu, visit the CDC or Wisconsin Department of Health Services. You can also call the Health Department at 371-2980.
Seasonal Flu Shots
The Health Department has received a final shipment of SEASONAL FLU vaccine and a small amount is still available. Adults can call the Health Department at 414-371-2980 to schedule an appointment for a seasonal flu shot. Children's flu vaccine is available at the immunization clinics listed above.
The cost for the Seasonal Flu shot is $30.00, cash or check. If you have regular Medicare Part B, the Health Department will bill Medicare and there is no cost to you. If you have a Medicare Advantage Plan such as Secure Horizon, Humana, Medicare Complete, Medicare Advantage, etc., you must get your flu shot from your doctor.
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