MCCC, Pottstown Organizations Hold Children’s Dental Sealant Program

Pottstown, PA — The Dental Hygiene program at Montgomery County Community College is partnering with the Pottstown Area Health and Wellness Foundation and Community Health and Dental Care to offer a free Children’s Dental Sealant program on Saturday, March 25 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

During this community outreach event, children ages 6 to 14 will received free oral examinations and sealant application performed by licensed dental hygienists in consultation with a licensed dentist. The College’s dental hygiene students will provide support services. A dental sealant is a clear, preventive coating placed on permanent back teeth to prevent dental decay.

The sealant program will be held at Community Health and Dental Care, 11 Robinson St., Suite 100, Pottstown. Space is limited, and appointments are required. Call 610-326-7405 to make an appointment or for additional information.

About Montgomery County Community College

For more than 50 years, Montgomery County Community College has grown with the community to meet the evolving educational needs of Montgomery County. The College’s comprehensive curriculum includes nearly 100 associate degree and certificate programs, as well as customized workforce training and certifications. Students enjoy the flexibility of learning at the College’s thriving campuses in Blue Bell and Pottstown, at the Culinary Arts Institute in Lansdale, and online through a robust Virtual Campus.

As an Achieving the Dream Leader College, the institution is positioned at the vanguard of national efforts to increase completion, improve learning outcomes, and remove barriers to access for students. The College is also recognized regionally and nationally for its sustainability leadership, work with military veterans, community service and service learning opportunities, and use of classroom technology. For more information, visithttp://www.mc3.edu.

Montgomery County Health Department Free Influenza Immunizations December 1-29, 2014

It’s not too late! Influenza can occur at any time. In recent seasons, most infections have occurred in January and February. Getting vaccinated in December will still be beneficial. Most people 6 months of age and older should get flu vaccine every year!

Norristown Health Center
1430 DeKalb Street, Norristown, PA 19404
610-278-5145
Monday, Dec. 1, 8, 15, 22, & 29— children under 19 years old by appointment only
(times vary), please call for an appointment
Tuesday, Dec. 9 & 16 — all ages on a walk-in basis from 9:00am-3:00pm

Pottstown Health Center
364 King Street, Pottstown, PA 19464
610-970-5040
Monday, Dec. 8, 15, & 22— all ages on a walk-in basis from 9:00am-3:00pm
Wednesday, Dec. 3, 10, & 17—children under 19 years old by appointment only from
2:30pm-6:00pm, please call for an appointment

Willow Grove Eastern Courthouse Annex
102 York Road, Suite 401, Willow Grove, PA 19090
215-784-5415
Wednesday, Dec. 10 & 17— all ages on a walk-in basis from 9:00am-3:00pm
Thursday, Dec. 4, 11, & 18— children under 19 years old by appointment only from
9:00am-12:00pm, please call for an appointment

For additional locations providing flu vaccinations please visit http://www.flushot.healthmap.org

When The Bough Breaks: Berks County Commissioners Initiate Study Of Park Trees

Map of Pennsylvania highlighting Berks County (Photo credit: Wikipedia)

Most people walk through a park looking at what nature offers at eye level or lower to avoid tripping over roots or other natural features of the land.

But not Berks County Parks Director Clare W. Adams, a landscape architect.

She tends to see the beauty in the leaf canopy above her and wonder about the health of the trees.

She wants park visitors to be able to enjoy the view without having to worry about falling branches or trees.

Read more:  http://readingeagle.com/article.aspx?id=438817