Disinfect bird feeders for Avian Flu
While songbirds and other wild birds are not thought to be susceptible to the current Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza epidemic, Dr Dan Forman, Chairman of the Teton County Board of Health and Associate with the state wildlife veterinary issues says disinfecting of domestic bird feeders is advised. “As far as cleaning the feeders, and this […]
Flat met healthy home standards, yet tenant had to go to the emergency room
A student is questioning how a mouldy flat could simultaneously meet healthy home standards and send him to the emergency room. Andre Mason, 25, spent 2021 documenting the damp and mould in his Dunedin flat and the number of times he visited a doctor, but it wasn’t enough – the tenancy tribunal stood by the […]
Estes Park Elementary closed Monday, Tuesday due to spread of stomach bug – Estes Park Trail-Gazette
Due to the continued spread of a stomach bug at Estes Park Elementary School (EPES), in collaboration with the Larimer County Department of Health and Environment (LCDHE) and Environment, school officials have been advised to close down EPES this coming Monday (April 25) and Tuesday. April 25th and 26th EPES will not have school April […]
Here are 3 commonly used objects that you never clean but are very dirty
Some objects we handle every day are hardly ever, and sometimes never, cleaned. Here are three of the most commonly used things around our house that we often neglect while cleaning up and you’ll be surprised by some of them. Whether you live alone or with your family and furry pets, a cleaning ritual is […]
WeHa Artists Emporium Spring Art Trail Includes Fundraiser for Ukraine – We-Ha
The WeHa Artists Emporium’s fifth Art Trail event will include a visit to five locations and a chance to support people in need both in Ukraine and locally. Artist Julie Phillipps puts the final touches on a sunflower painting. Courtesy photo By Ronni Newton The WeHa Artists Emporium’s upcoming Art Trail will be an event […]
Ticks are lurking in Northern California woodlands and beaches. Here’s what you need to know
“Right now would be the time of year when you might be at higher risk of having one of these human-biters get on your clothing,” said Bob Lane, professor emeritus of medical entomology at UC Berkeley, who has been studying ticks in California since the 1970s. California is home to 48 species of ticks, the […]
Why an Israeli farmer was celebrated for killing his crops (Hint: It’s in the Bible)
MOSHAV AZARIA, Israel (JTA) — Doron Toweg’s farmyard is as quiet, peaceful and unruffled as his voice. Apart from the occasional bleat from Gila and Simcha — two sheep kept by Toweg and his wife Ilana — the farm is perfectly still. It’s a far cry from the bustle that unfolded on a daily basis […]
Peace of mind for diners across Taiwanese restaurant chain
Peace of mind for diners across Taiwanese restaurant chain Signify installs its Philips UV-C lighting disinfection solutions in 80 restaurants run by TTFB, the largest Asian cuisine chain restaurant operator in Taiwan. Restaurants were among the hardest hit business sectors during the COVID-19 pandemic. When lockdown regulations were lifted in August 2021, TTFB began the […]
Sustainable Products to Celebrate Earth Day Every Day
Most of us want to do what we can to minimize our contributions towards climate change, to limit our exposure to dangerous chemicals, and to generate less waste, but it can be intimidating finding products that help accomplish those goals. Here are some of our favorite products that can make a small difference in the […]
What Experts Say You Should Know – NBC Chicago
NOTE: Watch interviews with experts as they discuss what parents need to know on NBC 5 at 4 p.m. Tune in live on TV and in the player above. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on Thursday issued a public health alert to physicians nationwide, asking doctors to be on the look out for […]