West Nile Virus Emergence and Impact in the U S
West Nile likely originated abroad and appeared in the United States in September 1999. The culex quinquefasciatus mosquito is the main carrier in the South with peak numbers in late summer. Though rare, the disease has caused five deaths this year in the southern United States and five nationwide last year. Severe illness occurs in less than 1 percent of infected individuals. Early symptoms include fever and body aches, while severe cases may involve neck stiffness confusion tremors and paralysis.
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West Niles
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West Nile virus cases surge nationwide with South Carolina unaffected
The article notes a sharp rise in West Nile virus cases across the United States with 113 new human infections and five deaths. South Carolina stands as the Southeastern state not reporting any animal or human West Nile outbreak, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The virus, usually found in Africa, West Asia, and the Middle East, was first detected in the United States in the year prior.
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South Carolina
Southeastern
Centers For Disease Control and Prevention
Africa
West Asia
Middle East
United States
West Nile virus risk discussed by state DHEC official
The Sept 1999 page notes how the virus spreads from birds to mosquitoes to humans and animals. Crows blue jays and raptors are potential carriers. Officials cite drought reducing mosquito breeding and trapping efforts across South Carolina counties. See West Nile, Page 6A.
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DHEC
South Carolina
Aiken
Environmental Health Service
Michael Chappell
Sue Fergurson
Bureau of Environmental Health
Heston hints at possible Alzheimer's diagnosis
Charlton Heston, 78, told reporters that doctors say he may have symptoms consistent with Alzheimer's disease. In a taped Beverly Hills statement he said he may not be able to speak in the future and asked fans for understanding.
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Beverly Hills
Calif
Charlton Heston
Heston
Pepsi wins exclusive supply deal with Charleston County schools
Charleston County School District signs an exclusive contract with the Pepsi Bottling Group ensuring only Pepsi products in school vending machines for five years potentially earning about 8.1 million dollars. Greenville County made a similar pact totaling about 7.2 million over five years.
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Charleston
Pepsi
Mountains
South Carolina
Charleston County
Pepsi Bottling Group
Ing
Greenville County
Greenville
Aiken County
Aiken Airport to Extend Runway with 742000 Grant
The Aiken Municipal Airport will receive a 742,691 grant from Rep. Lindsey Graham to extend the main runway by 500 feet, enabling larger corporate jets to land. City officials say bids proceed and FAA approval is pending while paving is selected.
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Aiken
Lindsey Graham
R S.C
Air Force
Morris
Deaths in South Carolina: Lillie Barnard Kenneth Batchelor Viola Deas
Readable death notices for Lillie Barnard in New Ellenton, Kenneth Batchelor in Gloverville, and Viola Deas in Gloverville list funeral details and surviving kin.
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Bill Huggins
Larry Morris
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Aiken Municipal Airport
Dear Abby
Lillie Barnard
New Ellenton
Kenneth Batchelor
Viola Deas
Gloverville
Aikenstandard.com
Eaas
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