Linda

So grateful for organizations like IPHA that are dedicated to advancing health equity in our communities! Together, we can ensure everyone has access to vital health resources. 💙 #PublicHealthAdvocacy

Illinois Public Health Association

Research continues to show that smoking e-cigarettes can cause significant lung injuries. For example, nicotine is a potent vasoconstrictor, or blood pressure-increasing drug, and because e-cigarettes deliver nicotine extremely quickly to the body, vaping can pose a serious risk to both the lungs and the heart. #vape #vapecommunity #ecigarettes #nicotine #nicotineaddiction #lung #lungcancer #LungHealth #hearthealth #PublicHealth #publichealthcare #PublicHealthMatters #publichealthprofessional.

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Patrick

2. In what ways can public health advocates leverage social media to promote health equity and raise awareness about the importance of the childhood vaccine schedule?

Janet

It's crucial we support vaccination efforts and combat misinformation! Thank you, IPHA, for leading the charge in promoting health equity and public health education in Illinois. Let's keep working together for a healthier future! 💪🌍 #PoweringPublicHealthForward

Diana

1. How can local health departments effectively collaborate with community organizations to enhance vaccine uptake and combat misinformation about immunizations?

Illinois Public Health Association

If you're breastfeeding, you're giving your baby a healthy start. But if you need to take medicine, you might have questions about how it may affect your breast milk. Almost any medicine you take by mouth goes into your breast milk.

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