Nurse With Ebola Becomes First U.S. Case From Duncan Care
Texas Health Presbyterian nurse Nina Pham contracted Ebola while caring for Liberian patient Thomas Eric Duncan as public health officials urged hospitals to “think Ebola” and review procedures. Pham remained in isolation in stable condition after transfusion of plasma from survivor Kent Brantly. monitoring of other Dallas workers increased.
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Local facilities adopt CDC Ebola protocols for safety
Local hospitals implement emergency room procedures after Dallas nurse contracts Ebola. Staff are briefed with CDC guidance and state health official instructions, and updates are shared across ERs medical centers and EMS in the area. The nurse treated Duncan and is isolated in Texas. No other U.S. cases outside Texas reported.
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Lorain Citywide Snow Ban Discussed by Council
Lorain officials push a citywide snow ban on parking during storms to reduce plow confusion and improve enforcement. The Streets & Utilities Committee backed the measure for a full Council vote, possibly Monday, with residents alerted via media and utility bills.
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Man Injured in Route 303 Rollover Crash
David Coleman aged 50 was eastbound on Route 303 between Island and Erhart Northern roads when he swerved off the road struck a utility pole and the 1999 Ford Escort rolled over. Coleman was hospitalized in good condition near Medina County line.
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Amherst selects site for new dog park behind hospital
Amherst residents welcome a three acre fenced dog park to be built on vacant land behind Amherst Animal Hospital at 1425 Cooper Foster Park Road. Owners Dr. Yacobozzi and Dr. Gigliotti plan a walking track, grassy runs, extended parking, and an entrance pavilion with private land ownership but public access next year. City official Phil Van Treuren supported the project, hoping it draws visitors from Amherst and nearby areas.
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