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LymeAlert is a new at-home test that checks ticks for the bacteria that causes Lyme disease. To use it, people remove a tick found on their body, place it into a small container, add solution, twist the container to crush the tick, then insert a test strip into the container. Results are available in 30 minutes. Knowing if a tick is infected can help patients and doctors make treatment decisions. A positive result does not mean the person is infected. A negative result does not mean the person is safe from the disease. Always talk to a doctor if bitten by a tick. LymeAlert tests cost $50 and can be pre-ordered online.
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LymeAlert is a new at-home test that checks ticks for the bacteria that causes Lyme disease. To use it, people remove a tick found on their body, place it into a small container, add solution, twist the container to crush the tick, then insert a test strip into the container. Results are available in 30 minutes. Knowing if a tick is infected can help patients and doctors make treatment decisions. A positive result does not mean the person is infected. A negative result does not mean the person is safe from the disease. Always talk to a doctor if bitten by a tick. LymeAlert tests cost $50 and can be pre-ordered online.
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The MMR vaccine protects against measles, mumps, and rubella in one combined shot. It was introduced in 1971 and has been found to be very safe over its 55 years of use. A recent executive order from the White House stated that the MMR vaccine should be given "in three separate single disease shots." There is no evidence that separate shots are safer, and separate vaccines for measles, mumps, and rubella are not currently available in the U.S.
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The MMR vaccine protects against measles, mumps, and rubella in one combined shot. It was introduced in 1971 and has been found to be very safe over its 55 years of use. A recent executive order from the White House stated that the MMR vaccine should be given "in three separate single disease shots." There is no evidence that separate shots are safer, and separate vaccines for measles, mumps, and rubella are not currently available in the U.S.
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Health officials found extremely high levels of E. coli in the Big River near Leadwood, MO caused by contamination with human waste from the Leadwood wastewater treatment plant. The town's wastewater treatment plant allowed only partially treated water to be dumped into the river. The wastewater treatment plant will need major upgrades to fix the issues. It is not safe for people or animals to swim in the river near Leadwood. Public access points are closed until E. coli levels drop. Pay attention to water quality alerts before swimming. Before swimming at a MO state beach, you can check the water quality at https://dnr.mo.gov/water/alerts-hazards/beaches.
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Health officials found extremely high levels of E. coli in the Big River near Leadwood, MO caused by contamination with human waste from the Leadwood wastewater treatment plant. The town's wastewater treatment plant allowed only partially treated water to be dumped into the river. The wastewater treatment plant will need major upgrades to fix the issues. It is not safe for people or animals to swim in the river near Leadwood. Public access points are closed until E. coli levels drop. Pay attention to water quality alerts before swimming. Before swimming at a MO state beach, you can check the water quality at https://dnr.mo.gov/water/alerts-hazards/beaches.
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Kellogg’s is removing all artificial food dyes from its cereals and replacing them with natural colorings from fruit and vegetable juices and plant-based ingredients. The company will begin producing new artificial dye-free cereals this fall. The change comes after pressure from consumers to remove the dyes, which have been linked to behavioral issues like hyperactivity and irritability in children. Younger children and children with ADHD, anxiety, or other conditions may be more impacted by artificial dyes.
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Kellogg’s is removing all artificial food dyes from its cereals and replacing them with natural colorings from fruit and vegetable juices and plant-based ingredients. The company will begin producing new artificial dye-free cereals this fall. The change comes after pressure from consumers to remove the dyes, which have been linked to behavioral issues like hyperactivity and irritability in children. Younger children and children with ADHD, anxiety, or other conditions may be more impacted by artificial dyes.
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Ovarian cancer is often detected at later stages when it’s harder to treat and deadlier. Most ovarian cancers start in the fallopian tubes, not the ovaries. The fallopian tubes connect each ovary to the uterus. The American Cancer Society (ACS) now suggests doctors offer patients the option to remove their fallopian tubes during other planned abdominal surgeries, like gallbladder removals or hernia repairs. Removing fallopian tubes reduces ovarian cancer risk by 80%. Doctors can remove the tubes and leave the ovaries, to prevent causing early menopause. ACS says this a low-risk option for women who are not planning future pregnancies and may be preferred over tubal ligation ("tying the tubes") because of its added cancer prevention.
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Ovarian cancer is often detected at later stages when it’s harder to treat and deadlier. Most ovarian cancers start in the fallopian tubes, not the ovaries. The fallopian tubes connect each ovary to the uterus. The American Cancer Society (ACS) now suggests doctors offer patients the option to remove their fallopian tubes during other planned abdominal surgeries, like gallbladder removals or hernia repairs. Removing fallopian tubes reduces ovarian cancer risk by 80%. Doctors can remove the tubes and leave the ovaries, to prevent causing early menopause. ACS says this a low-risk option for women who are not planning future pregnancies and may be preferred over tubal ligation ("tying the tubes") because of its added cancer prevention.
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As of August 10th, there have been 345 illnesses and 36 hospitalizations across 27 states caused by jalapeños contaminated with salmonella. Jalapeños sold by Coast Citrus Distributors have been recalled. The contaminated peppers were sold at Chipotle and Qdoba stores; both companies have since stopped serving the recalled jalapeños. Several Taylor Farms products including dips, salsa, diced jalapeños, and guacamole made using the jalapeños were also recalled. The products were sold at stores nationwide including Walmart, Target, Trader Joe’s, Kroger, and Whole Foods. Customers should return recalled products for a refund. For a full list of affected products, visit FDA.gov.
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As of August 10th, there have been 345 illnesses and 36 hospitalizations across 27 states caused by jalapeños contaminated with salmonella. Jalapeños sold by Coast Citrus Distributors have been recalled. The contaminated peppers were sold at Chipotle and Qdoba stores; both companies have since stopped serving the recalled jalapeños. Several Taylor Farms products including dips, salsa, diced jalapeños, and guacamole made using the jalapeños were also recalled. The products were sold at stores nationwide including Walmart, Target, Trader Joe’s, Kroger, and Whole Foods. Customers should return recalled products for a refund. For a full list of affected products, visit FDA.gov.
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For only the second time in history the American Red Cross declared a national blood supply crisis. The U.S. blood supply has dropped to its lowest levels since January 2022, caused by declining blood donations and increased need for blood. The Red Cross is now limiting distribution of type O blood to hospitals, with some patients having to wait for blood that they need. People can help by setting up an appointment to donate blood. Information on who can donate blood and how to schedule an appointment can be found at Redcross.org.
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For only the second time in history the American Red Cross declared a national blood supply crisis. The U.S. blood supply has dropped to its lowest levels since January 2022, caused by declining blood donations and increased need for blood. The Red Cross is now limiting distribution of type O blood to hospitals, with some patients having to wait for blood that they need. People can help by setting up an appointment to donate blood. Information on who can donate blood and how to schedule an appointment can be found at Redcross.org.
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LymeAlert is a new at-home test that checks ticks for the bacteria that causes Lyme disease. To use it, people remove a tick found on their body, place it into a small container, add solution, twist the container to crush the tick, then insert a test strip into the container. Results are available in 30 minutes. Knowing if a tick is infected can help patients and doctors make treatment decisions. A positive result does not mean the person is infected. A negative result does not mean the person is safe from the disease. Always talk to a doctor if bitten by a tick. LymeAlert tests cost $50 and can be pre-ordered online.
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The MMR vaccine protects against measles, mumps, and rubella in one combined shot. It was introduced in 1971 and has been found to be very safe over its 55 years of use. A recent executive order from the White House stated that the MMR vaccine should be given "in three separate single disease shots." There is no evidence that separate shots are safer, and separate vaccines for measles, mumps, and rubella are not currently available in the U.S.
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Health officials found extremely high levels of E. coli in the Big River near Leadwood, MO caused by contamination with human waste from the Leadwood wastewater treatment plant. The town's wastewater treatment plant allowed only partially treated water to be dumped into the river. The wastewater treatment plant will need major upgrades to fix the issues. It is not safe for people or animals to swim in the river near Leadwood. Public access points are closed until E. coli levels drop. Pay attention to water quality alerts before swimming. Before swimming at a MO state beach, you can check the water quality at https://dnr.mo.gov/water/alerts-hazards/beaches.
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Kellogg’s is removing all artificial food dyes from its cereals and replacing them with natural colorings from fruit and vegetable juices and plant-based ingredients. The company will begin producing new artificial dye-free cereals this fall. The change comes after pressure from consumers to remove the dyes, which have been linked to behavioral issues like hyperactivity and irritability in children. Younger children and children with ADHD, anxiety, or other conditions may be more impacted by artificial dyes.
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Ovarian cancer is often detected at later stages when it’s harder to treat and deadlier. Most ovarian cancers start in the fallopian tubes, not the ovaries. The fallopian tubes connect each ovary to the uterus. The American Cancer Society (ACS) now suggests doctors offer patients the option to remove their fallopian tubes during other planned abdominal surgeries, like gallbladder removals or hernia repairs. Removing fallopian tubes reduces ovarian cancer risk by 80%. Doctors can remove the tubes and leave the ovaries, to prevent causing early menopause. ACS says this a low-risk option for women who are not planning future pregnancies and may be preferred over tubal ligation ("tying the tubes") because of its added cancer prevention.
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As of August 10th, there have been 345 illnesses and 36 hospitalizations across 27 states caused by jalapeños contaminated with salmonella. Jalapeños sold by Coast Citrus Distributors have been recalled. The contaminated peppers were sold at Chipotle and Qdoba stores; both companies have since stopped serving the recalled jalapeños. Several Taylor Farms products including dips, salsa, diced jalapeños, and guacamole made using the jalapeños were also recalled. The products were sold at stores nationwide including Walmart, Target, Trader Joe’s, Kroger, and Whole Foods. Customers should return recalled products for a refund. For a full list of affected products, visit FDA.gov.
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For only the second time in history the American Red Cross declared a national blood supply crisis. The U.S. blood supply has dropped to its lowest levels since January 2022, caused by declining blood donations and increased need for blood. The Red Cross is now limiting distribution of type O blood to hospitals, with some patients having to wait for blood that they need. People can help by setting up an appointment to donate blood. Information on who can donate blood and how to schedule an appointment can be found at Redcross.org.
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