Southern 7 Podcast

Sep 09 2024 13 ep. 25 mins
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The Southern 7 Podcast introduces you to the many programs, services and special events presented by Southern 7 Health Department & Head Start, with new episodes added frequently. Each episode will feature something new to help you and your family live better and stay healthier. You'll meet our staff and, from time to time, visit with some of our regional agency partners. We hope you enjoy the Southern 7 Podcast. 

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CWWH Episode 3: Many Voices, One Heart

Sep 09 2024 48 mins  
The 2024 Cancer Warriors Walk for Hope (CWWH) is coming to Metropolis on October 5. This is the final of 3 episodes in our CWWH podcast series about this remarkable effort to combat cancer for those living in the southern tip of Illinois. You'll hear from those associated with this event as they share how they meet the needs of patients through advancing cancer care close to home,

CWWH Episode 2:Critical Access Hospitals - Advancing Cancer Care

Sep 06 2024 44 mins  
The 2024 Cancer Warriors Walk for Hope (CWWH) is coming to Metropolis on October 5. This is the second of 3 episodes in our CWWH podcast series about this remarkable effort to combat cancer for those we serve every day and what it means to those living with and/or caring for someone with cancer. You'll hear from our region's three Hospitals, Hardin County General Hospital, Massac M

CWWH Episode 1: FQHCs & Public Health - Vital Grassroots Cancer Care

Sep 03 2024 34 mins  
The 2024 Cancer Warriors Walk for Hope (CWWH) is coming to Metropolis on October 5. This is the first of 3 episodes in our CWWH podcast series about this remarkable effort to combat cancer for those we serve every day and what it means to those living with and/or caring for someone with cancer. You'll hear from our region's two Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHC), Community H

Know Your Hep B Status

May 13 2024 19 mins  
You can prevent Hepatitis B Virus (Hep B or HBV) from causing liver cancer by simply getting tested and vaccinated if needed. In today’s episode, we’re gonna Zoom chat all the way to Chicago to talk with Alia Southworth from the Asian Health Coalition at the University of Chicago and Penn State University to find out what you need to know about this virus, how you can check you

Reduce, Repel, Report - Testing for West Nile Virus

May 07 2024 20 mins  
In this episode of the Southern 7 Podcast we'll talk with one of our Environmental Health experts about West Nile Virus including testing of mosquitoes in Southern Illinois, treatment of WNV, the 3 R's, and much more!

Avoid the Bite! Tick Surveillance Program

May 03 2024 13 mins  
It's tick season! In this episode of the Southern 7 Podcast you’ll learn all about the Tick Surveillance program here at Southern 7 and what you can do prevent those little blood suckers from invading your home.

Say "Yes" to No Vaping

Feb 13 2024 26 mins  
Vaping is a fast growing health concern, especially among teens. In this episode of the Southern 7 Podcast, you'll hear from one of our Health Educators at Southern 7 Health Department on its effects and what you can do to quit for good.

Because Little Kids Eat Big! WIC

Jan 30 2024 17 mins  
Little kids eat BIG, that's where WIC comes in. In this episode you'll learn all about the WIC program at Southern 7 and how it can help your family grow in many ways.

What Southern 7 Can Do For Your Family

Jan 30 2024 14 mins  
There is a very long list of health, safety, and educational services that Southern 7 Health Department offers to your family. In this episode, we'll talk about most of them, and give you the resources to learn them all.

Adolescent Health Program featuring Rural Health, Inc.

Jan 19 2024 24 mins  
Teaching your child healthy habits should include how to talk with their healthcare provider and scheduling regular medical appointments. In this episode of the Southern 7 Podcast you'll learn how the Adolescent Health Program at Southern 7 is doing just that through a partnership with Rural Health, Inc.