Children’s Dental Awareness Month
During the month of February, we review why dental awareness for children is so important. Did you know that cavities...
PA Department of Health Releases COVID-19 Vaccine Resources for Children
“SOURCE: Pennsylvania Department of Health, Office of Health Equity” Background: Everyone above the age of 5 is eligible to receive...
November is COPD Awareness Month
This month, we focus on the causes, symptoms, diagnoses, and treatment of COPD. What is chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)?...
CDC Expands Eligibility for COVID-19 Booster Shots
“SOURCE: CDC Newsroom Media Statement” Today, CDC Director Rochelle P. Walensky, M.D., M.P.H., endorsed the CDC Advisory Committee on Immunization...
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month
This month, we focus on the causes, risks, symptoms of breast cancer, and how to prevent it! What is Breast...
National Vaccination Month
Even though August is coming to a close, it is still National Vaccination Month. MHEDS is working hard with parents...
Immigration Physicals
Immigration Physicals are medical examinations required by the USCIS (United States Citizenship and Immigration Services) to obtain a U.S. green...
Immunizations and Vaccinations
The COVID-19 pandemic has brought home the realities of having healthy and vibrant immunized and vaccinated communities. Therefore, MHEDS provides...
What should I know about Asthma?
In 2015, approximately 2.2 million Hispanics/Latinos in the United States reported having asthma, and Puerto Rican Americans have almost three...
What is Diabetes?
As of 2015, 30.3 million people in the United States had diabetes. Diabetes is a disease where your blood sugar...
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Back-to-School Health & Childhood Wellness
Prepare your child for a healthy school year with tips on sleep, nutrition, wellness visits, emotional health, and back-to-school routines.
Letter from the CEO: Meeting You Where You Are on Erie Gives Day
Help MHEDS bring healthcare closer to home by supporting the Mobile Medical Unit during Erie Gives Day and expanding access across Erie County.
