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Have you been hearing about the recent measles outbreaks? Three outbreaks in Texas, New Jersey & New Mexico account for 93% of cases in 2025.? ? While highly contagious, measles is preventable. The takeaway: Vaccination reduces the spread of measles.? ? #iHeardOmaha #Measles #StayHealthy #GetVaccinated? Follow iHeard Omaha Project for your health information needs!

lu vaccines are made with science, safety, and your health in mind! Experts work hard to protect us from the flu. Stay informed, and stay protected!? ?#iHeardOmaha #FluSeason #Flu #FluShot #FluVaccine? Follow iHeard Omaha Project for your health information needs!

Hygiene habits and vaccination can reduce flu complications and help keep our whole community safe.? ?#iHeardOmaha #FluSeason #Flu #FluShot #FluVaccine? Follow iHeard Omaha Project for your health information needs!

Pets can get bird flu from raw or freeze-dried food, unpasteurized milk, or contact with sick birds. Here’s what pet owners need to know to keep their furry friends (and themselves) safe! ????? ?#iHeardOmaha #BirdFlu #PetSafety #Cats #Dogs #PetOwners #PetSafety? Follow iHeard Omaha Project for your health information needs!

Want to help prevent respiratory illnesses from spreading? Check out these tips! Let’s keep each other safe and healthy this flu season.? ?#iHeardOmaha #FluSeason #Flu Follow iHeard Omaha Project for your health information needs!

Eggs are a key source of protein, but with prices soaring due to bird flu, many people are cutting back. This can impact nutrition, especially for those relying on eggs as an affordable staple.? ? ?? What can you do? Swipe for tips! ??? ? #iHeardOmaha #Eggs #EggPrices #BirdFlu? Follow iHeard Omaha Project for your health information needs!

The FDA protects Americans by assuring the safety of products. Share this information with someone you know!? #iHeardOmaha #FoodSafety #FDA #ChemicalBan #FDABan? Follow iHeard Omaha Project for your health information needs!

The FDA is saying goodbye to Red Dye No. 3 in food and medications! Manufacturers must remove it by 2027 (food) and 2028 (meds).? ? What does this mean for you???? Check labels to avoid Red Dye No. 3??? Share this post to help spread the word!? ? #iHeardOmaha #RedDyeNo3 #FoodSafety #FDA? Follow iHeard Omaha Project for your health information needs!

1 in 3 Omaha residents heard about it? Norovirus outbreaks are most common in the U.S. from November to April and have been rising lately.?Over one-third of Omaha residents (37%) reported hearing about the rise in the last 7 days.? Follow iHeard Omaha Project for your health information needs!

#DidYouKnow that norovirus is on the rise?? ? During the week of the New Year’s holiday, nearly 28% of norovirus tests returned positive, more than double the 13.52% peak positivity rate seen in March 2024. Public health experts are still learning about the cause of the increase. Stay safe and healthy by frequently washing your hands.? ? #iHeardOmaha #Norovirus? Follow iHeard Omaha Project for your health information needs!