April is Child Abuse Prevention Month and the next episode of Wellness Matters "Child Abuse Awareness and Prevention" airs tomorrow Saturday, April 17 at 8p on Ball State PBS.
Hosted by Meridian Health Pediatrics, Pediatrician, Naseer Syed, MD, FAAP, will be joined by guests:
- Sharon Pierce, CEO/President, Prevent Child Abuse Indiana
- Jordan Extine, Practice Manager, Meridian Suzanne Gresham Center, Child Advocacy Center
- Eric Hoffman, Delaware County Prosecutor (joined the show via ZOOM)
To discuss what Indiana is doing to reduce child abuse in the state and raise awareness of resources and prevention programs, including Meridian’s Child Advocacy Center.
Our next episode will be about Child Abuse Awareness and Prevention on Saturday, April 17 with guests Sharon Pierce, CEO/President Prevent Child Abuse Indiana; Jordan Extine, Practice Manager Suzanne Gresham Center - Meridian Health Services, and Eric Hoffman, Delaware County Prosecutor
EARLY REGISTRATION IS FILLING UP FAST—only a few spots remain! Don't miss out on FREE giveaway items, register today for Virtual City Fit 2021!
Hurry and be one of the FIRST 250 Registered by MAY 1 to receive a FREE City Fit Packet that includes:
✅ T-shirt
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Meridian’s City Fit in Richmond may look different this year, but we aren’t letting that stop us or YOU from being healthy and embracing wellness!
Participants will be able to complete the Virtual Color Run and fitness activity of choice any time between June 1 –30, anywhere they choose! Feel free to walk, bike, yoga, swim, or MOVE your body to win great prizes by uploading your photos to your Facebook page including #WeRCityFit!
Register at meridianhs.org/city-fit
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The Ball Brothers Foundation grant program has been well received by community healthcare organizations to assist with funding life-saving services during the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. Featured are leaders of community healthcare organizations, including Hank Milius, President and CEO of Meridian Health Services, speaking about the grants received and how those funds have helped make the community stronger and healthier. https://youtu.be/gNVSqr29cmo
New data released by Moderna shows its COVID-19 vaccine remains 90% effective 6 months after receiving the second dose.
The results are similar to those seen after 6 months by Pfizer's COVID-19 vaccine as well.
Combined, the companies’ announced findings suggest that protection induced by both messenger RNA vaccines remains strong for at least a number of months.
To schedule to receive a FREE Moderna COVID-19 vaccine at Meridian, visit meridianhs.org and select either Meridian Gresham Vaccine Center or Meridian Pedriatic Complex as your vaccination site. MUST be 18 years and older as we ONLY offer Moderna vaccines at these sites.
Moderna Inc.’s coronavirus vaccine remained more than 90% effective after six months, according to a new analysis of data from the company’s final-stage trial.
The CDC and FDA announced today they are investigating a potential link between a rare and severe type of blood clot found in a very small group of people within the more than 6.8 million doses of the Johnson & Johnson (Janssen) vaccines that have been administered in the U.S. Six individuals reported unusual blood clot symptoms after receiving the Johnson & Johnson single-dose vaccine. All six cases were reported in women between 18 and 48 years old, and symptoms occurred 6 to 13 days after vaccination.
Both entities recommend pausing administering J&J vaccines out of an abundance of caution to ensure healthcare organizations are aware of the potential adverse events and can plan with proper care and treatment for this type of blood clot.
The six cases appear to be extremely rare, but individuals who have received the J&J vaccine that experience severe headaches, abominable pain, leg pain or shortness of breath should immediately contact their healthcare provider.
Meridian is following the CDC and FDA guidelines regarding the pause and closely monitoring this health concern. We are committed to keeping you informed about further updates as they become available.
The health and safety of people are our top concerns, so if you received a J&J vaccine and have questions or symptoms related to it, please feel free to call us at 765-387-5504 for more information or for a medical evaluation.
NOW FREE Moderna COVID-19 Vaccines are available at Meridian Pediatric Complex Location, 205 N. Tillotson Ave., Muncie, for people ages 18 and older by Appointment Only during Evening and Weekend hours.
Schedule your appointment today at meridianhs.org/covid-19
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