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Which OTC medications are safest for children?
Ask the PediatricianQ: My school-age children have been sick with colds lately, and because of conflicting information in the news, I’m still unsure about which over-the-counter medications are safe to use. Can you advise? A: Good question, and I agree that the...Tags: Breastfeeding, Nose, American Academy of Pediatrics, Chemical Industry, Tylenol (drug)
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Canning is making a comeback
Daily American Staff WriterGinny Brown has been canning her own meats, fruits and vegetables for about 20 years. "My mother canned, but I wasn't interested then," the Somerset resident said. "After I was married we had a rough time and I thought there should be an easier way. I...Tags: U.S. Department of Agriculture, Tomatoes, Recipes, Jarden Corporation
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2 sturgeon found washed ashore off Lake Huron
LAKEPORT, Mich. (AP) — At least two lake sturgeon, which are designated as a threatened species in Michigan, recently have been found washed ashore along Lake Huron. Lynn Whittenburg, of Lakeport, told The Times Herald in Port Huron for a...Tags: Conservation, Environmental Issues, Wildlife, Endangered Species
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Though rare, infant botulism is dangerous
Infant botulism is an illness that can occur when an infant ingests bacteria that produce a toxin inside the body. The condition can be frightening because it can cause muscle weakness and breathing problems. But it is very rare: Fewer than 100 cases...Tags: Symptoms, Constipation, Food Industry, Hospitals and Clinics, Parenting
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OC Officials Warn of Possible Bird Botulism Outbreak
KTLA NewsLAGUNA NIGUEL, Calif. (KTLA) -- Authorities in Orange County are warning the public about a possible outbreak of botulism involving birds. Five Mallard ducks and one American Coot were admitted to the Wetlands & Wildlife Care Center (WWCC) in...Tags: Symptoms, Botox (drug)
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Smoked Salmon Products Recalled for Possible Botulism
Channel 2 NewsSmoked salmon products made in Alaska and sold in the Fairbanks area have been recalled by their maker due to possible contamination with botulism-causing bacteria, according to the Alaska Department of Environmental Conservation. DEC says the recall...Tags: Symptoms, Product Recalls, Salmon
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Penn State Extension to offer workshop on pressure canning vegetables
If you have been hesitant about using a pressure canner or do not feel confident in using one, this workshop is for you! To prevent botulism, pressure canning is the only safe way to can vegetables, such as green beans, corn, beets and other non-...Tags: Friedens
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Vaccination of horses
As horse owners it is our responsibility to provide optimal standards of care for them. An effective health management plan will involve proper nutrition, parasite management, and routine hoof and dental care. Vaccinations are also a valuable tool for...Tags: Preventative Medicine, Immune System, Disease Prevention, Diseases and Illnesses, Drugs and Medicines
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Current cold meds 'ain't got the same soul'
Almost everyone who's had a cold has gone through the same course of treatment: at the first blush of a stuffy nose and a prickly throat, you get out the chicken soup, a hot pad and a cup of tea.
Other home remedies include sweating out the cold,...Tags: Nose, Foods and Beverages, Drugs and Medicines, Health and Medical Professionals, Symptoms
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Prairie Fare: Food safety issues continue to surface
FARGO, N.D. - As I think of topics for my weekly column, sometimes I wonder if I have overdone the topic of food safety. Then I get a few calls or make some observations. Then I think differently. Maybe we in food safety and nutrition education haven't...Tags: Teachers, Salmonella Infection, Foods and Beverages, Health and Safety at School, University of Georgia
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9 ways toward younger-looking skin
No one likes looking older . . . which is why we spend billions of dollars every year on over-the-counter products, prescription creams and fillers, and, most drastically, cosmetic surgery. Do any of these actually work to reduce the signs of aging? In...Tags: Cosmetic Procedures, Sunburn, Hospitals and Clinics, Health and Medical Professionals, Surgery
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