The Lewiston-Auburn Public Health Committee (LAPHC) was formed in 2008 to address the need for a well-coordinated, well-defined system of public health in the Lewiston/Auburn area. Public health is the prevention of epidemics, injuries and disease; the protection against environmental hazards; the promotion of healthy behaviors; the quick response to disasters and communities in recovery; and the quality and accessibility of health services. Public health efforts focus on populations while health care is individually-based. Updated 5/10/2010
Vision: Healthy people living in the healthy communities of Lewiston and Auburn.
Mission: Create public health partnerships that promote physical and mental health and prevent disease, injury and disability.
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We all know to dial 9-1-1 for medical and health emergencies. We also know to dial 4-1-1 for directory assistance. And now, finding the answers to health and human services information and resources is as quick and easy as dialing 2-1-1 or logging onto 211maine.org.
Summer Survival Kit
For H1N1 flu updates, visit Maine CDC Or call 1-888-257-0990
U.S. CDC recommends that everyone 6 months and older get a flu shot next season.
Next season’s vaccine will protect against the H1N1 pandemic virus and 2 other flu viruses. There should not be the flu vaccine shortages that we saw this year.
The LAPHC will post flu shot clinics next fall. Check this website to find a flu clinic near you.
Updated 5/10/2010
Carbon Monoxide
Carbon monoxide, or CO, is a dangerous gas that you cannot see, smell or taste. Carbon monoxide can be deadly. By knowing more about CO, you can protect yourself and your family from CO poisoning. See these resources below to find out more.
Frequently Asked Questions about Carbon Monoxide (PDF 12KB) Carbon Monoxide Poster (PDF 272KB)