Raw water danger warns health officials
Health expert Sonia Jordan cautions that unfiltered raw water from springs and rivers can carry pathogens like Salmonella cryptosporidiosis and E coli. She notes taint from animals fertilizers or human waste, possible vomiting and potentially deadly illness for children elderly and immunocompromised individuals.
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Sonia Jordan
Lawrence-Douglas County
Jordan
Topeka
Health Department
Learn to Safely Navigate the Dangers of Winter
Winter hazards pose risks on icy parking lots and sidewalks. Prepare with an emergency kit including blanket water flashlight flares shovel food and a cellphone. Dress warmly wear sturdy shoes and use ice walkers. Check ground before exiting and adjust driving to road conditions.
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Douglas County
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Health Champion award nominations sought in Douglas County
The Lawrence-Douglas County Health Department asks residents to recognize individuals who model promote and encourage health in the community. Nominees should have gone above and beyond with a positive health impact in Douglas County per a department news release.
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Lawrence-Douglas County
Local clinics named patient centered medical homes
The National Committee for Quality Assurance recognized Internal Medicine Group Mt. Oread Family Practice and Total Family Care as patient centered medical homes in a Lawrence Memorial Hospital release. The designation cites evidence based, patient centered care with coordinated services and long term patient relationships. About 17 percent of U S primary care physicians are in such practices with benefits in quality and satisfaction.
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National Committee For Quality Assurance
Internal Medicine Group
Mt. Oread
Lawrence Memorial Hospital
United States
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