“Do you not know that your body is a temple of the Holy Spirit, who is in you, whom you have received from God? You are not your own; you were bought at a price. Therefore, honor God with your body.” 1 Corinthians 6: 19-20
Cheybrel Coleman
Assistant Health and Wellness Director
Marc Chatman
Health and Wellness Director
To help Christians become/stay healthy is our goal. We want to equip Gods children with knowledge on how to take care of themselves so they can live life to its fullest.
The material on this web site is provided for educational purposes only, and is not to be used for medical advice, diagnosis or treatment.
Let’s talk about the two types of influenza vaccines......
1. Inactivated (killed) vaccine, or what we call the flu shot which is given by injections into a muscle.
2. Live (weakened) this is sprayed into the nostrils.
For those 65 years and older there is a high dose of inactivated vaccine available. Talk to your primary physician for more information.
Frequently Asked Questions:
1.What is Influenza?
Influenza is a contagious disease, which is caused by the influenza virus.
2. How is it spread?
Influenza an be spread by sneezing, coughing, or any type of nasal secretions.
3. Who are most infected?
Children, are most infected with influenza, however anyone can get it.
4. What are the symptoms associated with the "flu"?
Some symptoms associated with the "flu" are sore throat, chills, fever, fatigue, muscle aches, headache, cough.
5. Can certain conditions make it worse?
People with conditions that affect the heart, lungs, or kidney disease or anyone who immune system is compromised can become a lot sicker.
6. What are some of the problems with the flu and children?
The flu can also cause seizures and diarrhea in children.
7. Who should get the flu shot?
People who are six month of age and older should get the flu shot; especially health care workers.
8. Who should not get the vaccine?
Anyone with an egg allergy or anyone who had an allergic reaction in the past should not get the vaccine. If you ever had Guillain Barre Syndrome (GBS) talk to your Primary physician to see if the vaccine is recommended for you or if you are unsure if you should take the vaccination.
*Thousands of people die from seasonal influenza, or require hospitalizations. The flu can cause high fever and even pneumonia. Remember vaccines normally take about 2 weeks to get in your system to provide protection, and usually last about one year from date of vaccination.
*If you have any questions Please be sure to always consult your primary physician prior to vaccination.
More information can be found at your local or state health departments, or Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Scriptures related to Health and Wholeness:
New International Version (NIV)
Psalms 103:2-3
Bless the Lord, O my soul, and forget not all his benefits: Who forgiveth all thine iniquities; who healeth all thy diseases.
Isaiah 53:5
But He was wounded for our transgressions, He was bruised for our iniquities: the chastisement of our peace was upon Him; and with His stripes we are
healed.
I Corinthians 3:16, 17
Don't you know that you yourselves are God's temple and that God's Spirit lives in you? If anyone destroys God's temple, God will destroy him; for God's temple is sacred, and you are that temple.
