Health Officials Urge Stronger Mosquito Control Statewide
The Kansas State Health Department urges counties and cities to intensify spraying and fogging to curb a heavy mosquito population capable of transmitting primary encephalitis. Officials note eight Kansas species could spread Venezuelan encephalitis seen in Mexico and Texas, worsening risk for horses and people. Travelers are advised to avoid mosquito exposure.
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Mexico
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Vaccine For Horses May Aid Ailment Says Scientist
Washington AP report notes a vaccine shipped to Texas and nearby states to curb Venezuelan equine encephalomyelitis VEE may pose spread risks. Dr Frank Hardy a former germ warfare scientist warns controlled studies are needed as VEE has killed 1132 horses in Texas and sickened about 1500 overall while human cases rise in the region.
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Army
Boeing Awarded $41.7 Million Air Force Contract
Washington AP Boeing wins a $41.7 million Air Force contract at Wichita Kansas for 17 electro optical viewing system kits for B52 bombers. The infrared apparatus supports defense against a nuclear attack. Work starts immediately and runs for one year.
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Garner Shriver
State Has No Horse Fever
Kansas state epidemiologist says no reports of Venezuelan equine encephalitis in Kansas. Four horse encephalitis cases exist but none are of the Venezuelan type. Texas reports over 1,000 horse deaths. inoculations proceed in several southern states. Human cases are mild if present. State Health Department urges intensified mosquito control as traps show heavy mosquito populations statewide.
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Hallmark E-Z Clor Dealer Hammerschmidt Specialties
Hammerschmidt Specialties advertises as a Hallmark franchise and E-Z Clor dealer offering pool supplies. Contact number 842-5522 appears in the listing. The snippet presents a local business notice promising chemical agents and pool products.
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