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Meningitis B vaccine on the horizon

news-medical.net — “Meningitis B is particularly dangerous for children, leading to 120 deaths in the UK every year. There are around 1,200 new cases of meningitis B every year. Around 1 in 10 victims die and another 15 per cent are left with permanent disabilities - often limbs have to be amputated due to blood poisoning. The infection causes inflammation of the membranes surrounding the spinal cord and brain. Symptoms include a severe headache, vomiting, a rash, sensitivity to light and a stiff neck.” View full resource at news-medical.net

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What are the symptoms of PCB polychlorinated biphenyls poisoning in canines

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Take Back Day for safe medication disposal April 28 - Leader & Kalkaskian - Morning Star Publishing

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9 Everyday Reasons To Itch | New York Allergist Dr. Clifford Bassett

cliffordbassettmd.com — “If you think you aren’t allergic to anything, try rubbing poison ivy on your bare skin. Everyday items that can cause painful, allergic skin reactions. While 99 percent of people ...” View full resource at cliffordbassettmd.com

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Food Safety Mistakes in the Kitchen: Where Germs and Bacteria Lurk - Prevention.com

prevention.com — “We follow two moms to learn common food safety mistakes they’re making while cooking and cleaning in the kitchen. Find out which food safety errors could lead to Salmonella and food poisoning.” View full resource at prevention.com

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Just Say No To The 'Cinnamon Challenge' : Shots - Health Blog : NPR

npr.org — “A fad is to blame for a big increase in calls to poison control centers about cinnamon. The kooky consumption of a spoonful of the common spice sounds harmless, but it can lead to health trouble.” View full resource at npr.org

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Just Say No To The 'Cinnamon Challenge' : Shots - Health Blog : NPR

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3 N. Ind. cities receive grants for lead removal | Indianapolis Star | indystar.com

indystar.com — “The cities of South Bend, Elkhart and Fort Wayne each have been awarded grants worth $2.3 million to clean up lead from at-risk homes, train workers in lead safety methods and increase public awareness about childhood lead poisoning.” View full resource at indystar.com

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Lead paint still a hazard in Bronx slum buildings - New York Daily News

nydailynews.com — “Lisa Rosario already wanted to move. Then her daughter tested positive for lead poisoning. “Now we need to leave right away,” said Rosario, 24, staring with distaste at the chalky white paint” View full resource at nydailynews.com

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Beware of Mercury Poisoning - Video - iHealthTube.com

ihealthtube.com — “Dr. Mark Hyman explains how mercury in your body could lead to ill health and weight gain. He discusses how to find out if you have mercury poisoning and how to limit your exposure to this toxic element.” View full resource at ihealthtube.com

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Poisoning main cause of death from injury - UPI.com

upi.com — “A sister whose 3-year-old brother died 50 years ago of poisoning -- the leading cause of unintentional U.S. injuries -- said everyone needs to be vigilant.” View full resource at upi.com

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Eagles lead-free and flying free | The Des Moines Register | DesMoinesRegister.com

desmoinesregister.com — “Two bald eagles soared Saturday after being released at McFarland Park, north of Ames. Both birds had been treated for lead poisoning, and about 200 people were on hand as Saving Our Avian Resources (SOAR) celebrated their release.” View full resource at desmoinesregister.com

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How to prevent accidental medication poisoning in children - JSOnline

jsonline.com — “(ARA) - Every day in the United States, about 165 kids - or roughly four busloads of children - are seen in emergency rooms for accidental medication poisonings. Medications are the leading cause of accidental child poisoning deaths today, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).” View full resource at jsonline.com

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Nebraska lead-poison protection bill advances after lawmakers strip out testing mandate | The Republic

therepublic.com — “LINCOLN, Neb. - Children enrolled in state-subsidized health care in Nebraska would have to undergo blood-lead testing, and health officials would recommend exams for others believed to be at risk, under legislation that lawmakers advanced Thursday.” View full resource at therepublic.com

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