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Recent measles outbreak brings childrenĢƵ vaccinations to the forefront

In February, New York and California experienced the first case of a measles outbreak since the virus was eradicated in 2000.Early last week, New York CityĢƵ health department confirmed that the total of those affected by the outbreak had risen to 20 cases, which includes nine children.The ...

All or nothing? Not necessarily according to local family

Alicia Lotti Santore is the mother of two boys -- Paxton, 2, and Parker, 5 months. Just like many moms, Santore lovingly takes care of her children, reads them stories and kisses each “boo-boo” to make it better.According to Santore, it is this love that led her to the decision to vaccinate ...

Health Briefs 3-31-14

<strong>Classes/seminars</strong>n Childbirth and labor preparation courses, 9 a.m. to noon, Saturday and April 19, Community Room 1, main floor, Uniontown Hospital. Pre-registration is required. Pre-registration: 724-430-4646.n Baby care class, 6:30-9:30 p.m. April ...

Measles Symptoms

According to the Mayo ClinicĢƵ website, mayoclinc.org, symptoms of measles can include:n Fevern Dry coughn Runny nosen Sore throatn Conjunctivitisn Sensitivity to lightn White spots with bluish white centers can be found inside the inner lining of the mouthn A skin rash consisting of ...

Health Briefs 3-17-14

<strong>Classes/seminars</strong>Breastfeeding class, 6:30-9:30 p.m. March 24, Mon-Vale HealthPLEX. The class is designed for mothers who plan to breastfeed to help them feel more comfortable and confident. Information: 724-258-BABY (2229) ext. 9.n Innovations — ...

Health Briefs 3-10-14

<strong>Classes/seminars</strong>Managing Your Diabetes, 6-9 p.m. March 18, Monongahela Valley Hospital, Anthony M. Lombardi Education Conference Center. Completion of the three-day “Diabetes Self-Management Training” is required. Information and ...