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2018

  1. Parasites – Cyclosporiasis (Cyclospora Infection)

    December 31, 2018

    By: Centers for Disease Control and PreventionCyclosporiasis is an intestinal illness caused by the microscopic parasite Cyclospora cayetanensis. People can become infected with Cyclospora by consuming food or water contaminated with the parasite. People living or traveling in countries where cyclosporiasis is endemic may be at increased risk for infection.Learn more…

  2. Viral Hepatitis

    December 26, 2018

    By: Centers for Disease Control and PreventionHepatitis A is a vaccine-preventable, communicable disease of the liver caused by the hepatitis A virus (HAV). It is usually transmitted person-to-person through the fecal-oral route or consumption of contaminated food or water. Hepatitis A is a self-limited disease that does not result in chronic infection. Most adults with […]

  3. Assisting Victims of Oswego Township Fire

    December 20, 2018
  4. Say No to Raw Dough!

    December 17, 2018

    By: Centers for Disease Control and PreventionWhen you prepare homemade cookie dough, cake mixes, or even bread, you may be tempted to taste a bite before it is fully cooked. But steer clear of this temptation—eating or tasting unbaked products that are intended to be cooked, such as dough or batter, can make you sick. […]

  5. Synthetic Cannabinoids

    December 13, 2018

    By: Illinois Department of Public HealthIn mid-March 2018, IDPH began receiving reports of individuals who suffered severe bleeding and reported using synthetic cannabinoid products.  Synthetic cannabinoids are part of a group of drugs called new psychoactive substances (NPS). NPS are unregulated mind-altering substances that have become newly available on the market and are intended to […]

  6. Illinois State Cancer Plan 2016-2021

    December 7, 2018

    The Illinois Comprehensive Cancer Control Plan was developed by the Illinois Cancer Partnership (ICP) and its state cancer plan work group and work sub-groups. The overarching goal of the ICP is to reduce cancer incidence and mortality by addressing areas across the cancer continuum from primary prevention to survivorship and palliative care. Access the Cancer […]

  7. Recycling Guidelines

    November 19, 2018

     

  8. Antibiotics Can’t Kill The Common Cold

    November 14, 2018
  9. PCBs Increase Inflammation, Disrupt Gut Microbiome, and Alter Metabolism

    November 12, 2018
  10. A Strong Defense Against Flu: Get Vaccinated!

    November 5, 2018
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