Page 4 - August 2023 Newsletter

GRILLED CHEESE, BACON SAFETY LINES

AND OVEN-DRIED TOMATO National Immunization Awareness Month (NIAM) is an
SANDWICH annual observance held in August to highlight the impor-
Ingredients: Servings: 4 tance of routine vaccination for people of all ages. Thanks to
widespread vaccination, some childhood diseases like po-
• 6Tbsp butter, softened, divided lio have been officially eliminated in the United States. This
• 8 slices sourdough bread month reminds of the importance
• 1/2 cup shredded sharp white cheddar cheese of getting recommended vaccines
• 1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese throughout your life. We know
• 1/2 cup shredded Gruyere cheese the COVID-19 pandemic impact-
• 3 Tbsp mayonnise ed all aspects of life, including
• 3 Tbsp finely shredded Manchego or Parmesan cheese your ability to attend important
• 1/8 tsp onion powder
• 4 oz Brie cheese, rind removed, sliced appointments and receive routine
Options vaccinations. During NIAM, we
https://www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/oven-roasted-tomatoes/ encourage you to talk to your doctor, nurse, or healthcare
https://www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/crispy-fried-onion-rings/ provider to ensure you and your family are protected against
https://www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/easy-glazed-bacon/ serious diseases by getting caught up on routine vaccination.

Directions: So, why is it so important to get regular immunizations, es-
Step 1 - Spread 3 tablespoons butter on one side of each slice of pecially for children? Many people think that so-called natu-
bread. Place bread, butter side down, in a large skillet or electric ral immunity or herd immunity will keep them safe, or that
griddle over medium-low heat until golden brown, 2-3 minutes; many of the diseases for which we immunize don’t exist any-
remove. In a small bowl, combine cheddar, Monterey Jack and more. But that’s not true.
Gruyere. In another bowl, mix together remaining 3 tablespoons
butter, mayonnaise, Manchego cheese and onion powder.
First of all, diseases like polio or measles, are rare because
Step 2 - To assemble sandwiches, top toasted side of 4 bread generations of people were immunized against them. But
slices with sliced brie and tomatoes. Sprinkle a portion of the outbreaks do occur all over the world and in today, with so
cheddar cheese mixture evenly over brie; add fried onion rings. many people able to travel frequently, exposure can happen.
Sprinkle with the remaining cheddar cheese mixture and add ba-
con; top with remaining bread slices, toasted side facing inwards. Second, getting immunized protects you and those around
Spread the butter-mayonnaise mixture on the outsides of each you by limiting the spread of disease. The more people who
sandwich. Place in same skillet and cook until golden brown and are vaccinated, the less likely a major outbreak will occur. Im-
cheese is melted, 5-6 minutes on each side. Serve immediately. munization is key to creating herd immunity!

Lastly, vaccination is much safer than trying to develop natu-
ral immunity from a disease because some diseases can have
lasting, damaging effects on your body—which can be com-
pletely avoided by getting vaccinated instead!

Talk with a doctor or pharmacist about which vaccines you
need. Make sure to protect yourself as much as possible by
keeping your vaccinations up to date!

Contributed by:
Rose Dawson
ISS Safety & Health Manager