Norwegian scabies cases surge in Cedar Rapids area
Linn County Health alerts about at least 30 cases of Norwegian scabies linked to Mercy Medical Center. Director Curtis Dickson says the uncommon form spread via skin contact and can be treated topically with a prescription. Isolation measures implemented. one hospitalized patient, no other symptoms among staff or patients yet.
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Lifetime of sharp dressing keeps 85 year old in suit daily
Keith Hastings, 85, wears a white shirt and suit every day from grocery trips to mowing the lawn. He sold men's clothing for decades, bought 150 plus suits, and still loves dressing up, though he misses his wife Jean who died last year.
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H1N1 Flu Confirmed At UNI
A University of Northern Iowa student tested positive for H1N1 per Black Hawk County Health Department. The Cedar Falls student, now symptom free, lives in an apartment and UNI offers 2000 free seasonal flu shots through Sept 30 for students faculty and staff.
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