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Food for Thought 4 years, 3 months agoFood Safety During a Power Outage
Refrigerated or frozen foods may not be safe to eat after the loss of power. Find out what you can do to keep food safe during a power outage, and when you need to throw away food that could make you sick.BEFORE:
Keep appliance thermometers in your refrigerator and freezer.
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Food for Thought 4 years, 3 months agoThe new Taco Bell in Lavale is open and ready for business. One more dollar store is open- The Dollar General in Cresaptown is open and has been open since October. There is a new restaurant downtown in the old Oxford House facility- It is called the Allegania Restaurant .
Sheetz in Corrigansville will be reopen for business around January 16,…[Read more]
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Diseases Spread by Humans, Animals and Insects 4 years, 3 months agoJust a note to all the travelers who may be going to Dominican Republic to get away from the snow. There have been 3 deaths due to rabies exposure in children. In all three cases the children were bitten by a dog (not the same dog) and did not receive post exposure treatment.
If you go to another country just be aware that the dog variant of…[Read more]-
Thanks for this reminder Misty. The only thing I’d add to your advice is to not touch/pet any animals during international travel. Children especially might be tempted to do this. Such sad cases.
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Food for Thought 4 years, 10 months agoBe aware during those difficult moments of natural disasters that food may have been compromised also. Dont risk making yourself or your family sick.
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Good to know, now that we are in thunderstorm season, with hurricanes next.
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Diseases Spread by Humans, Animals and Insects 4 years, 10 months agoDont forget that with the hot weather comes more chances of wild animal exposure. Protect your pets and yourself from rabies by making sure your pet is current on its rabies vaccination!
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Diseases Spread by Humans, Animals and Insects 4 years, 10 months agoGreat display of where ticks can hide on your pet.
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Diseases Spread by Humans, Animals and Insects 5 years agoUse Insect Repellent
Use EPA-registered insect repellents with one of the following active ingredients: DEET, picaridin, IR3535, oil of lemon eucalyptus (OLE), para-menthane-diol (PMD), or 2-undecanone. Find an EPA-registered insect repellent that’s right for you.
The effectiveness of insect repellents not registered with the EPA, including s…[Read more]-
Thank you, this is very informative.
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Diseases Spread by Humans, Animals and Insects 5 years agoWe cannot easily forecast how severe each tick season will be. However, we do know that every year hundreds of thousands of people are bitten by ticks and get sick. Therefore, people should be aware that ticks could be in the areas where they live, work and play. Everyone should take steps to help protect themselves and their loved ones, including…[Read more]
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Diseases Spread by Humans, Animals and Insects 5 years, 1 month agoRemember to always research the pet you are considering for the family. Sometimes they are just not the right fit.
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Diseases Spread by Humans, Animals and Insects 5 years, 1 month agoEleven people infected with the outbreak strain of Salmonella Typhimurium have been reported from eight states.
One person has been hospitalized and no deaths have been reported.
Epidemiologic and laboratory evidence indicate that contact with pet hedgehogs is the likely source of this outbreak.
In interviews, 10 (91%) of 11 ill people reported…[Read more] -
MJoy posted a new activity comment 5 years, 4 months ago
A National Veterinary Services Laboratory test has confirmed the presence of the Haemaphysalis longicornis tick, also known as the East Asian tick, the longhorned tick, and the bush tick, in Maryland. This is the first confirmed sighting of this tick species in the state. The longhorned tick was found on a white-tailed deer in Washington County…[Read more]
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Diseases Spread by Humans, Animals and Insects 5 years, 5 months agoAsian Longhorned Tick Spreading Widely in U.S.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is working with public health, agricultural, and academic experts to understand the possible threat posed by the spread of the Asian longhorned tick (Haemaphysalis longicornis) in several U.S. states since its discovery in 2017, according to today’s M…[Read more]
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The part of this that is most concerning to me is the possibility that human disease will be transmitted by this tick.
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A National Veterinary Services Laboratory test has confirmed the presence of the Haemaphysalis longicornis tick, also known as the East Asian tick, the longhorned tick, and the bush tick, in Maryland. This is the first confirmed sighting of this tick species in the state. The longhorned tick was found on a white-tailed deer in Washington County…[Read more]
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Worksite Wellness 5 years, 5 months agoHealthier Holidays in 1 – 2 – 3
Few Americans get enough physical activity, and many don’t eat a healthful diet. The winter holidays can be a great time to think about your goals for the year ahead. Follow these tips to jump start your resolutions, and be your healthiest self this holiday season.1. Stay active.
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Food for Thought 5 years, 5 months agoOutbreak of E. coli Infections Linked to Romaine Lettuce
Based on new information, CDC is narrowing its warning to consumers. CDC is advising that U.S. consumers not eat and retailers and restaurants not serve or sell any romaine lettuce harvested from the Central Coastal growing regions of northern and central California. If you do not know…[Read more]
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MJoy posted a new activity comment 5 years, 5 months ago
I saw it is going to be next to Pizza Hut and across from Liberty Liquors.
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Food for Thought 5 years, 5 months agoThe correct temperature to hold and cook food for the game. The correct way to prepare food and serve it to prevent illness.
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Food for Thought 5 years, 5 months agoRecall and Advice to Consumers and Retailers
Illustration of a clipboard with check marks on it.
Recall
On November 15, 2018, Jennie-O Turkey Store Sales, LLC, in Barron, Wisconsin recalled approximately 91,388 pounds of raw ground turkey products. The recalled ground turkey was sold in one-pound packages labeled with establishment number…[Read more] -
MJoy posted a new activity comment 5 years, 5 months ago
Where is this going to be located in LaVale?
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Right beside the LaVale Pizza Hut.
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Diseases Spread by Humans, Animals and Insects 5 years, 5 months agoThere was a story in the news about a British citizen who just died from rabies. He was on vacation in Morocco and was nipped by a cat. He sought medical care but was not given the vaccine needed to prevent rabies. He died on November 4. It is very rare but still so prevalent in other countries. Please seek treatment if you are bitten, licked or…[Read more]
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So sad. If your international travel takes you to the developing world outside the US, and if you’re planning to interact with animals, you really should consider getting the rabies vaccine beforehand. Otherwise, be sure to get a travel insurance policy that covers evacuation and medical treatments. These policies will allow you the opportunity to…[Read more]
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