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In many countries, 13-15 year olds are overtaking adults in v**e use. This is a trap. To***co companies are targeting yo...
05/31/2026

In many countries, 13-15 year olds are overtaking adults in v**e use. This is a trap.

To***co companies are targeting young people whose brains are vulnerable to ni****ne addiction.

And va**ng can harm more than you think:

🧠 Ni****ne is highly addictive and impairs brain development in under-25s

☠️ V**e aerosols contains toxic substances

🫁 Va**ng increases risk of lung disorders

❤️ Va**ng increases risk of cardiovascular disease

Here’s what governments must do to protect youth: Ban flavors, marketing and designs that increase youth appeal.

Read our most recent blog post: https://www.healthygallatin.org/blog/world-no-to***co-day-unmasking-the-appeal/

If you or someone you know needs help quitting to***co, help is closer than you think. Quitting isn’t easy, but support is always available. Find the best way to have a successful journey at QuitNow Montana. Enroll by calling 1-800-QUIT-NOW (1-800-784-8669) or visit quitnowmontana.com.

Dr. Richard Kekuni Awana Blaisdell was revered as a kauka, or healer. After graduating from the Kamehameha Schools and t...
05/30/2026

Dr. Richard Kekuni Awana Blaisdell was revered as a kauka, or healer.

After graduating from the Kamehameha Schools and the University of Redlands, Blaisdell earned a medical degree from the University of Chicago School of Medicine. He later joined its faculty and returned to Hawaii in 1966 when the medical school was started.

Blaisdell staunchly advocated for the health needs of Native Hawaiians in the pivotal 1985 “E Ola Mau” assessment report. He testified several times before Congress in support of the Native Hawaiian Health Care Act of 1988, which specifies that traditional Hawaiian medicinal practices should be followed together with Western methods.

As a sovereignty leader, Blaisdell was an early and strong supporter of independence for Hawaii and Kanaka Maoli, well before that goal was more widely established. He will long be remembered for convening Ka Hookolokolonui Kanaka Maoli — an international tribunal of human rights experts and advocates — in 1993, which put the U.S. on symbolic trial for violations against the Native Hawaiian people and the Hawaiian kingdom.

According to author Jonathan Y. Okamura, Dr. Blaisdell, “set an extraordinary example by sharing his genuine aloha with all those he met.”

View this excerpt and more about Dr. Blaisdell’s life on the Honolulu’s Civil Beat website: https://www.civilbeat.org/2024/02/jonathan-okamura-remembering-kekuni-blaisdell-for-his-aloha-to-others/

Viral hepatitis is a disease of the liver caused by a virus. Below are some hepatitis facts: Hepatitis means inflammatio...
05/29/2026

Viral hepatitis is a disease of the liver caused by a virus. Below are some hepatitis facts:

Hepatitis means inflammation of the liver.

- Almost all of the blood in your body passes through the liver.
- When your liver is inflamed or damaged, it can’t do its job effectively.
- Heavy alcohol use, toxins, some medications, and certain medical conditions can cause hepatitis. However, hepatitis is often caused by a virus.

Tens of thousands of people are newly infected with viral hepatitis every year in the US. It is a serious public health threat that kills thousands of Americans annually and is a leading cause of liver cancer. The three most common types of viruses are:

Hepatitis A
- Usually causes a mild, short-term illness.
- Contagious and spreads through close person to person contact or by eating or drinking contaminated food.
- Vaccination is the best way to prevent infection.

Hepatitis B
- Infection can be short-term or long-term.
- Contagious and spreads through bodily fluids.
- Vaccination is the best way to prevent infection.

Hepatitis C
- Many people with Hepatitis C don’t look or feel sick and may not know they have it.
- Untreated, it can lead to serious liver problems.
- No vaccine but can be treated with oral medication.
- Avoid behaviors that can spread the disease like sharing or reusing needles or personal items that can come in contact with blood from an infected person.

The Gallatin City-County Health Department offers vaccines for Hepatitis A and B! Visit our website for more information or to make an appointment! https://www.healthygallatin.org/community-health/immunization-clinic/

For more information on hepatitis, visit the CDC’s website: https://www.cdc.gov/hepatitis/about/index.html

Talking openly about mental health helps reduce stigma and encourages others to seek help when they need it. Your story,...
05/28/2026

Talking openly about mental health helps reduce stigma and encourages others to seek help when they need it. Your story, and your voice, can inspire someone else to reach out.
If you or someone you know needs support, call or text 988. For community resources and mental health services across Montana, dial 211.
Hope and help are always within reach.

Kids need movement for strong bodies and healthy hearts. Quality physical education helps reduce early risk factors for ...
05/27/2026

Kids need movement for strong bodies and healthy hearts. Quality physical education helps reduce early risk factors for hypertension, builds lifelong habits, and improves focus in the classroom. Children 3-5 should be active throughout the day. Children 6-17 need to be active for at least 60 minutes every day. Let’s champion active kids everywhere! 🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️🌟

Visit the CDC’s website for guidelines and recommendations. https://www.cdc.gov/physical-activity-basics/guidelines/children.html

Your eyes are an important part of your overall health! Be sure to maintain healthy eyes to protect your vision. Compre...
05/26/2026

Your eyes are an important part of your overall health! Be sure to maintain healthy eyes to protect your vision.

Comprehensive eye exam – visiting your eye care professional for a comprehensive eye exam is the best way to detect eye conditions early and maintain your eye health.

Wear protective eyewear – protective eye wear prevents injuries while at work or at play.

Wear sunglasses – protect your eyes from ultraviolet rays.

Give your eyes a rest – don't overstrain your eyes. Try the 20-20-20 rule, every 20 minutes look 20 feet away for 20 seconds.

Wash your hands and contacts properly – avoid eye infections, wash your hands thoroughly before touching your eyes, and follow your eye care professional's instructions on cleaning and replacing contact lenses.

Find more information on healthy eye tips and preventing vision loss on the CDC’s website: https://www.cdc.gov/vision-health/prevention/index.html

Today we remember those who gave the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom. The Gallatin City-County Health Department is ...
05/25/2026

Today we remember those who gave the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom.

The Gallatin City-County Health Department is closed. Please visit our website, www.healthygallatin.org.

Dr. Fe del Mundo was a female Filipino pediatrician, humanitarian, and advocate of Filipino children, dedicating her lif...
05/23/2026

Dr. Fe del Mundo was a female Filipino pediatrician, humanitarian, and advocate of Filipino children, dedicating her life to seven decades of service. Her programs on maternal and child health, preventive medicine, nutrition, vaccination, and family planning transformed the healthcare landscape in the Philippines. Overcoming adversity, she pursued a road less traveled for women of her time. After training in the United States of America, she returned to the Philippines to take care of sick children during the Second World War and later opened the first pediatric hospital in the country. Her research, inventions, and health programs set the groundwork for the improvement of pediatric and childhood outcomes in the country and the world. She is a woman of many firsts, being a beacon for generations of physicians and women. Her legacy endures through the programs she started, the lives she has saved, the doctors she trained, and the institutions she has founded for the welfare of the children she dearly cared for.

This excerpt was taken from the National Library of Medicine’s website, visit for more details on Dr. Mundo’s life and career: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC11438303/

This weekend is the official start of summer! Many celebrate this long weekend by heading outside for some long-deserved...
05/22/2026

This weekend is the official start of summer! Many celebrate this long weekend by heading outside for some long-deserved recreation. It’s important to remember food safety while enjoying the day.

Clean
Always wash your hands with soap and warm water for at least 20 seconds before, during, and after handling food, and before eating. Clean utensils, cutting boards, and countertops with hot, soapy water after preparing each food item. Rinse fresh fruits and vegetables under running water to remove dirt and bacteria. Keep kitchen, surfaces sanitized to prevent germs from spreading to food.

Separate
Avoid cross-contamination by keeping raw meat, poultry, seafood, and eggs separate from ready-to-eat foods. Use separate cutting boards and utensils for raw and cooked foods. Store raw foods in sealed containers at the bottom of the fridge to prevent juices from dripping onto other items.

Cook
Cook foods to safe internal temperatures using a food thermometer. For example, poultry should reach 165°F (74°C), ground meats 160°F (71°C), and seafood 145°F (63°C). Never rely on appearance alone to determine doneness. When reheating leftovers, ensure they reach 165°F (74°C) throughout.

Chill
Refrigerate perishable foods promptly. Keep your fridge at 40°F (4°C) or below and your freezer at 0°F (-18°C) or below. Chill leftovers and takeout foods within 2 hours of cooking. Bacterial multiply fastest between 40°F and 140°F, so prompt refrigeration is essential.

If you have any questions, please contact us via email, [email protected], or call 406-582-3120.

Today is ! The Friday before Memorial Day has been designated the day to remind everyone to make sure you protect yours...
05/22/2026

Today is ! The Friday before Memorial Day has been designated the day to remind everyone to make sure you protect yourself from harsh UV rays this summer.

Remember to Slip! Slop! Slap! and Wrap! when you're outdoors. Slip on a shirt, slop on sunscreen of SPF 15 or higher, slap on a hat, and wrap on sunglasses.

For more information on sun safety, visit the EPA’s website: https://www.epa.gov/sunsafety/sun-health-effects

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