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In June of 2021, a heat wave hit the Pacific Northwest causing record breaking temperatures and the deaths of 19 of our neighbors in Spokane County. The event revealed the need for our area to prepare for extreme heat, especially since summers are getting warmer in the Inland Northwest. Spokane Regional Health District is excited to work with Gonzaga University’s Climate Center as they help our community do just that through their Beat the Heat initiative.

It’s Smoke Ready Week! We know it came a little late for our friends on the East Coast, but the smoke they’re experiencing is an important reminder of why it’s good to have a plan for when our air quality becomes a problem. Call a family meeting! It’s time to make a smoke ready plan for your household.

It might still be spring, but our community is already experiencing summer temperatures! While the warmer weather can encourage us all to get back outdoors and enjoy our favorite recreational activities like running, hiking, biking, or swimming, it's also important to be mindful of heat-related illnesses, like heat exhaustion and heat stroke, that can affect anyone this time of year. Let's talk about ways we can protect our health as we head into summer and continue to enjoy all this beautiful spring weather!

Babies are constantly learning through experiences and challenges. The same is true for their immune systems. Their immune system is amazing at learning to identify and fight off most germs that cause problems. However, just like a baby wouldn’t be able to solve an algebra problem, their immune systems aren’t ready to handle some of the more serious diseases. This is why it’s so important to train their immune system with vaccines.

Bloomsday is just around the corner! Whether you're a seasoned Bloomie or this is your first time participating, it's always good to brush up on a few health and safety tips so you can perform your best and avoid issues on the course. Hear more from Medical Reserve Corp volunteer, Lonnie, on what issues they see most during Bloomsday and what tips they would offer all participants getting excited to run or walk this year!