All of the St. Luke's Healthcare Centers have plenty of flu shots on hand and are happy to provide them quickly. Each holiday season hundreds are killed and thousands affected by accidents involving alcohol. Many people seem to feel that alcoholic beverages necessarily accompany holiday parties. If you drink during your holiday celebration, don't drive. If you are hosting a party, be sure to make non-alcoholic beverages available and close the bar well before the party is over.
Nothing can dampen the spirit of the holidays like preventable illnesses such as food poisoning.
It is important to remember that buffet service at parties may mean that foods are left at room temperature too long. Hot foods should be cooked thoroughly and kept at a proper serving temperature. Cool foods particularly mayonnaise, potato salad, desserts such as puddings, etc. must not be left at room temperature for more than an hour or so. All vegetables and fuits should be thoroughly washed prior to serving. All dishes, utensils and the server's hands should also be washed after each use.