Protect yourself and your children from RSV

Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is a common respiratory virus that usually causes mild, cold-like symptoms. Every year about 58,000-80,000 children younger than five years old are hospitalized in the United States due to RSV infection. RSV is the most common cause of bronchiolitis and pneumonia in children younger than one year of age. People infected with RSV usually show symptoms within 4 to 6 days after getting infected. Symptoms of RSV infection include runny nose, coughing, sneezing, wheezing, decreased appetite, and fever. Avoid close contact with sick people, wash your hands often, clean and disinfect surfaces, cover your coughs and sneezes, and stay at home when you are sick. See the Figure below. Protect yourself and your children from RSV. Call your healthcare professional (or 911) if you or your child is having difficulty breathing, not drinking enough fluids, or experiencing worsening symptoms. IPH has COVID-19 and flu vaccines available at 9053 Woodward Ave, Detroit, Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM. Call 313-309-9350 ext. 2 to make an appointment.

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November 13 – 19 African Americans Week of Action

Access to health coverage is critical to ensure African Americans receive healthcare treatment and protect themselves and their families from high medical costs. African Americans are underinsured and uninsured at higher rates leading to poorer health outcomes when compared to other groups. Uninsured African American consumers, those who do not receive coverage through their jobs, or those who may have lost health care coverage are eligible for health coverage on HealthCare.gov. The comprehensive health plans offer doctor visits, emergency care, behavioral health care, preventive care, hospital care, and prescription drugs. Do not delay. Enroll today to get affordable, quality health coverage. The Institute for Population Health (IPH), located at 9053 Woodward Ave, Detroit, is a Champion for Coverage. Call 313-309-9350 ext. 2.

November 6 – 12 Pre-Existing Conditions and Disability Week of Action – Get Insured

Millions of Americans have pre-existing health conditions like asthma, diabetes, or heart disease. The Health Insurance Marketplace provides coverage options for people with pre-existing conditions, including chronic medical conditions and disabilities. You cannot be charged more or denied coverage because of a pre-existing health condition, like heart disease, asthma, diabetes, or cancer. Don’t delay. Enroll today and get affordable, quality health coverage starting January 1st, 2023. The Institute for Population Health (IPH), located at 9053 Woodward Ave, Detroit, is a Champion for Coverage. Call 313-309-9350 ext. 2.

Get Health Insurance – Marketplace Open Enrollment Period 11/1/2022 – 1/15/2023