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MRSA-Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus
Trans-Fat Information - FAQ's regarding the dangers of trans-fats
and the foods that most often contain these harmful substances.
What to do
When the Power Goes Out - From the Centers for Disease Control -
Up to date information on food safety, safe drinking water, extreme heat
and cold, first aid for electrical shock, power line hazards and much,
much more regarding safety after severe weather.
MOLDS
- Molds in the home or at work can significantly contribute to
health problems. The Environmental Protection Agency provides
detailed information regarding the dangers of molds.
AVIAN FLU
From the Centers for Disease Control
From
Maryland Flu Preparedness
Infected birds shed flu virus in their saliva, nasal
secretions, and feces. Susceptible birds become infected when they have
contact with contaminated excretions or surfaces that are contaminated
with excretions. It is believed that most cases of bird flu infection in
humans have resulted from contact with infected poultry or contaminated
surfaces. The spread of avian influenza viruses from one ill person to
another has been reported very rarely, and transmission has not been
observed to continue beyond one person. For more information click
on the title and go to the CDC website.
PANDEMIC FLU
From the PandemicFlu.gov
From Maryland
Flu Preparedness
A pandemic is a global disease outbreak. An influenza pandemic occurs
when a new influenza virus emerges for which there is little or no
immunity in the human population, begins to cause serious illness and
then spreads easily from person-to-person worldwide.
Natural Disasters
Natural disasters are natural events that threaten lives, property,
and other assets. Often, natural disasters and hazards can be predicted.
They tend to occur repeatedly in the same geographical locations because
they are related to weather patterns or physical characteristics of an
area.
Air Pollution and Respiratory Concerns:
Centers for
Disease Controls-Air Pollution and Respiratory Health
Charles County - Ban on
Open Fires
INFORMATION
FOR HUNTERS AND FISHERMEN
Macobacteria in Chesapeake Bay Rockfish - From the
Maryland Department of Natural Resources
Mycobacteria is not new to the Chesapeake Bay and poses no health
risks if simple precautions are followed when handling, transporting,
preparing and consuming striped bass (rockfish). Click on the title to
view frequently asked questions regarding mycobacteria and striped bass.
Hunters Exposure to Avian Influenza Through Waterfowl - From the Maryland
Department of Natural Resources
Hunters and employees of waterfowl processing operations may be at
increased risk of exposure to avian influenza. Wild birds and
certain species of waterfowl and shorebirds are considered to be the
natural reservoirs of the avian influenza viruses. Even though
there are no cases of the highly-pathogenic H5N1 virus in the United
States, it is important to be informed and take precautions.
Advice to Hunters Regarding Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) - From the
Maryland Department of natural Resources
Chronic wasting disease (CWD) is a naturally occurring disease of
the brain and nervous system in deer, elk, and moose. Click on the
link above for more information.
Lyme
Disease - From the Centers for Disease Control - Lyme
disease is caused by a bacteria transmitted from the bite of infected
blacklegged ticks which are common to all areas of Maryland.
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