2 provinces see uptick in COVID cases
Workers line up to take nucleic acid test at a company in Wuxi, Jiangsu province, July 1, 2022. [Photo/chinanews.com] Suzhou of Anhui province and Wuxi of Jiangsu province have implemented effective measures to control the spread of COVID-19 after more than 100 infections were reported on Friday. Anhui reported nine local confirmed cases of COVID-19 […]
Officials continue recommending cancellation, postponement of events amidst continued avian flu cases
STATEWIDE — As outbreaks of avian flu continue to emerge in small groups of noncommercial backyard birds, Maine animal health officials are urging caution. Officials say they will continue their advisory which recommends that competitions, exhibitions, shows, swaps, and other in-person events that include gathering or co-mingling of domestic fowl or poultry be canceled or postponed. […]
Tips for a safe summer
For immediate release: July 1, 2022 (22-096) Contact: DOH Communications OLYMPIA — As many prepare for Fourth of July gatherings and summer outings, the Washington State Department of Health (DOH) wants to remind folks to stay healthy and celebrate safely. “Have a safe summer. Be aware of hazards and take precautions to protect yourself and those […]
The Best Alternatives When You’re Out of Laundry Detergent
Photo: Shutterstock (Shutterstock) So you’ve set out to do a load of laundry only to realize you already used the last of the detergent. Bummer—but there is hope for your socks and underwear yet. In a pinch, you can sub in some common household items for your Tide or All; they may not have the […]
Equine neurologic case investigation in Weld County
BROOMFIELD, Colo. — The Colorado Department of Agriculture State Veterinarian’s Office was recently notified of an equine neurologic case in Weld County. The State Veterinarian’s Office has been collaborating with the Colorado State University Veterinary Teaching Hospital and Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory, the Colorado Horse Park, and private practicing veterinarians involved in the case. The horse […]
Maine Dept. of Agriculture says to delay domestic fowl, poultry swaps, shows and exhibits
Another detection as of June 28 of highly pathogenic avian flu in a backyard bird flock has prompted the Maine Dept. of Agriculture to issue a list of precautions. They include recommending cancellation or postponement of competitions, exhibitions, shows, swaps, or other in-person events encouraging the gathering or comingling of domestic fowl or poultry for […]
The Role of the Microbiome in C. difficile Infection and Its Impact on Overall Health
Hippocrates was credited with saying “All disease begins in the gut.” Twenty-five hundred years later, we’re learning he was pretty close. Although not all disease starts there, the gut is home to an important defense against disease and infection: the gut microbiome. As pharmacists, it is essential to stay up to date with key research […]
Transforming waste into soap
Janetti Francischi (left photo, back left, giving thumbs up) teaches women in Belo Horizonte, Brazil, how to make soap (right photo) from used cooking oils.Credit: Janetti Francischi Turning used cooking oil into aromatic soap bars might sound like alchemy. But that’s precisely what Janetti Francischi, a retired pharmacologist, has been doing since November 2020, distributing […]
GIWA announces temporary modification of disinfection treatment procedures
PROVIDED BY THE GASPARILLA ISLAND WATER ASSOCIATION Gasparilla Island Water Association, Inc. will be temporarily changing the disinfection process for its Placida and Boca Grande potable (drinking water) water supply. From July 11 at 8 a.m. through August 22, GIWA will disinfect the water with free chlorine rather than combined chlorine/ammonia (chloramines). This conversion […]
15+ things to do before evacuating for a hurricane, plus a suggested packing list | Hurricane Center
If you are evacuating ahead of a hurricane, there are at least 15 basic things you should do before hitting the road, emergency officials say. Your top priorities should be the safety of your people (loved ones and neighbors), pets and property. Related: Tips for evacuating with children Before there’s a pressing storm threat, take […]