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on current topics of interest in your community.
Listed below are those resources, organized by topic.
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| TOPIC: MRSA (Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus) | |
| Public concern about methicillin–resistant Staphylococcus aureus, or MRSA, has been rising in recent weeks. Dozens of suspected cases of drug–resistant staph infection have popped up all over the U.S., and the bacteria has been implicated in the death of a Virginia teenager. Visit the CDC website to learn more about MRSA, and how you can protect yourself and your family. | |
| TOPIC: Shigellosis | |
| Shigellosis is an infectious disease caused by a group of bacteria called Shigella. Most who are infected with Shigella develop diarrhea, fever, and stomach cramps starting a day or two after they are exposed to the bacterium. The diarrhea is often bloody. Shigellosis usually resolves in 5 to 7 days. In some persons, especially young children and the elderly, the diarrhea can be so severe that the patient needs to be hospitalized. A severe infection with high fever may also be associated with seizures in children less than 2 years old. Some persons who are infected may have no symptoms at all, but may still pass the Shigella bacteria to others. For more information, please visit the CDC website. | |
| TOPIC: Summer Safety | |
| It's Summertime! The return of warmer weather brings thoughts of freedom, relaxation, exploration, and being closer to nature. Whether you’re hanging out in the backyard, hitting the pool, or exploring the great outdoors, here are some ways to help keep you and your family healthy this season. For more local information visit this page! | |
| TOPIC: Radon Gas | |
| Radon is a colorless, odorless, tasteless gas that is the leading cause of lung cancer in non-smokers and the second leading cause of lung cancer overall. Testing for radon in your home is simple and inexpensive. Learn more. | |
| TOPIC: Pandemic Flu | |
| An influenza pandemic is a global outbreak of disease that occurs when a new influenza A virus appears or "emerges" in the human population. The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is the United States Government's principal agency for protecting the health of all Americans. Learn more. | |
| TOPIC: Emergency Preparedness | |
| St. Charles County, like any urban area, is exposed to a variety of both natural and man-made hazards. These may include floods, tornadoes, earthquakes, blizzards, material spills and fires. Having the knowledge of what to do in such an emergency and being prepared for such an event are essential to "weathering the storm" safely. Learn more. | |
| TOPIC: Prevent the Spread of Infectious Disease | |
| Going to a pettng zoo or animal exhibit? It's important to be safe and guard against dangerous and sometimes potentially deadly disease that can be acquired in these settings. Learn more. | |
| Why is handwashing important? Learn about one of the most efffective ways to prevent the spread of infectious disease. Have your kids look at this too and take the quiz. |
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| TOPIC: Fitness, Recreation and Leisure Opportunities in St. Charles County | |
| Check out this new website to see the opportunities for exercise and leisure that we are available right her at home! | |
| TOPIC: Influenza (Flu) | |
| CDC website devoted to this disease and its prevention | |
| For flu shot locations check out this site provided by the American Lung Association | |
| TOPIC: Monkeypox | |
| CDC Monkeypox Page | |
| TOPIC: TB | |
| St. Charles County Department of Community Health and the Enviroment TB Information page | |
| Press Release 01/25/02: County Health Department Releases TB Test Results | |
| American Lung Association (ALA) | |
| ALA TB Fact Sheet | |
| ALA Skin Test Fact Sheet | |
| CDC Division of Tuberculosis Elimination Website (Includes information in spanish) | |
| CDC Links to TB Information | |
| TOPIC: Weldon Spring Chemical Works Information/State Infant Mortality Study | |
| Please click here for our complete section on this information | |
| TOPIC: West Nile Virus | |
| Please click here to visit our West Nile Virus Information Center | |
| Visit the Centers for Disease Control West Nile Virus website for information on the disease and its prevention. | |
| TOPIC: SARS | |
| For the most recent information on SARS visit the CDC by clicking here. | |
| TOPIC: Smallpox | |
| Smallpox has been in the news a lot lately, click here to visit the CDC and get the facts regarding the vaccine. | |
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