Older folks and those with risk factors for severe illness may benefit from COVID-19 antiviral drugs. These prescription meds can help prevent severe illness, hospitalization, and death from COVID-19. Ask your provider if you test positive.
It's important for every member of your family to be up to date on your COVID-19 vaccine, since it is recommended for everyone, starting with babies at the age of six months. There are newer variants of the virus that are circulating now, and vaccines will protect you and your family against serious illness.
Do work that matters! Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota is hiring Direct Support Professionals to work with people in our community. You may qualify for a hiring bonus of up to $2000! Apply at lessmn.org/immediateopenings
Rebuilding Together Minnesota is always looking for volunteers. Check out their website for individual or group volunteering opportunities. https://rtmn.org/
When lead paint chips, it creates dust. Exposure to dust can cause serious health and learning issues, especially for children. Here's a solution for Hennepin County residents: a grant to replace lead-painted windows for free. Go to their website for more info.
www.hennepin.us/home-repairs
The COVID-19 virus is an unwelcome guest again this holiday season! Take steps to protect yourself and your family with updated vaccinations, testing and canceling your plans and staying home when you’re sick.
The COVID-19 virus is an unwelcome guest again this holiday season! Take steps to protect yourself and your family with updated vaccinations, testing and canceling your plans and staying home when you’re sick.
Rebuild Together Minnesota makes it possible for seniors and those living with physical limitations to live safely at home. For a list of services and ways to apply, check out their website rtmn.org or call 651-776-4273.
If you're an entrepreneur in Houston, apply for the ComcastRISE grant. Comcast is giving away $5,000 to 100 lucky business owners. I'm going to bars and barber shops to spread the word. The folks at Park Place 249 say they know what they'd do if they won. ComcastRISE.com
Under the weather? What you think is “just a cold” might be COVID-19! Find out by taking an at-home test if you experience fever, cough, sore throat or runny nose, or an upset stomach, vomiting and diarrhea.
When lead paint chips, it creates a fine dust you can’t see. And exposure to that dust can cause serious health and learning issues, especially for children. Solution: Hennepin County residents can apply for a grant to replace lead-painted windows with new energy efficient windows for free. Check out! www.hennepin.us/home-repairs
Business owners in #Houston are excited for the chance to win a $5,000 #ComcastRISE grant. They can't wait for applications to open May 1. Anthony Scott, owner of Georgia's Catfish Kitchen in Humble, says if he gets the money, he'll buy a new walk-in freezer. https://www.comcastrise.com/
You tested positive for COVID-19. Now what? For most people, it's a mild illness. You can recover at home. To relieve symptoms, your doctor might recommend acetaminophen or ibuprofen. Drink lots of water to stay hydrated and get plenty of rest to help your body fight the virus.
It’s candy cigarettes all over again. With 15k+ candy & vaping flavors on market, our kids are getting hooked on flavored tobacco. Combat youth addiction! Tell #mnleg to ban flavored tobacco products now! Learn more at flavorshookkidsmn.org. Minnesotans for a Smoke-Free Generation #keeplungsloud
Comcast RISE Returns! 2024 grants will be available to small businesses in greater Houston. 100 entrepreneurs will have a chance to get $5,000 each. Applications will be accepted starting May 1st. Go to ComcastRise.com for more information.
People with risk factors who catch COVID-19 may benefit from prescription antiviral medications to help prevent severe illness. Ask your health care provider right away if you test positive.
According to news reports, two thirds of kids in Chicago may have been exposed to lead. No better time to remind you about Hennepin County’s lead removal program. Up to $15,000 in grant money is available for eligible homeowners. Find out if you qualify. https://www.hennepin.us/leadcontrol
Look out for the ones you love! Make sure they are up-to-date on the latest COVID-19 vaccines. It’s especially important to keep adults 65 and older and the immunocompromised safe this winter.
COVID-19 numbers always go up in the winter, and this year is no different. The best way to keep yourself and your community safe is by staying up-to-date with vaccines. Schedule yours at www.vaccines.gov.
Feeling under the weather? Your cold could be a case of COVID-19. Be sure to test if you experience fever, fatigue, cough, congestion, sore throat or a runny nose.
