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public-health1 year ago

"Deadly New 'Zombie Drug' Causing Mass Overdoses Across U.S."

A new chemical sedative, medetomidine, is being mixed with fentanyl and other street drugs, causing mass overdoses in cities like Philadelphia, Chicago, Pittsburgh, and Toronto. This drug, which is 100 times more potent than xylazine, has led to severe health issues, including dangerously low heart rates and gruesome skin wounds. Public health advisories have been issued in several states, and experts emphasize the need for immediate medical attention and rescue breathing in addition to naloxone during overdoses.

via Newser|
#drug-cartels#fentanyl#medetomidine
natural-disasters1 year ago

"Evraz Steel Mill Fire in Pueblo: Updates and Evacuations"

The Evraz Fire at the Evraz Rocky Mountain Steel mill in Pueblo is now 100% contained but not fully extinguished, with high winds expected to pose continued fire danger. Multiple buildings were burned down, prompting pre-evacuation notices, air quality advisories, and road closures. The Pueblo Department of Public Health and Environment issued a public health alert for impacted air quality, recommending residents stay indoors through Sunday. The Red Cross opened an evacuation center to support those affected, and city-owned facilities were closed due to poor air quality.

via Pueblo Chieftain|
#air-quality#evraz-fire#fire-containment
public-health1 year ago

"Springfield's Solar Eclipse: Viewing Parties and Public Health Advisory"

The City of Springfield has issued a Public Health Advisory ahead of Monday's solar eclipse, urging residents to protect their eyes and avoid looking at the sun without special ISO standard glasses. The Health & Human Services Commissioner emphasized the importance of eye safety and cautioned against using cameras, telescopes, or binoculars without solar filters. Residents are advised to avoid distracted driving and not to wear eclipse glasses while driving.

via WWLP.com|
#distracted-driving#eye-protection#public-health
health2 years ago

"Tough Mudder Competition Turns Sour as Pustular Rash Outbreak Sparks Anger"

Participants of a Tough Mudder event held at the Sonoma Raceway in California have reported developing rashes, lesions, and flulike symptoms, with many infections caused by Aeromonas bacteria found in brackish water. The California Department of Public Health issued a statewide advisory, and at least eight cases of Aeromonas have been confirmed through lab testing. The event organizers are working with public health officials to investigate the cause and origin of the infections. Participants are advised to seek medical attention if experiencing symptoms. This is not the first time a Tough Mudder event has resulted in bacterial infections, and affected participants are seeking answers and assistance from the organization.

via Los Angeles Times|
#aeromonas-outbreak#bacterial-infections#health
health2 years ago

"Bacterial Infections Plague California Tough Mudder Race Participants"

Participants of a Tough Mudder race at the Sonoma Raceway in California have reported rashes, fevers, muscle pain, and vomiting after completing the muddy obstacle course. Multiple cases of skin infections, including folliculitis, have been confirmed by the Sonoma County Department of Health Services. Some participants suspect that cuts and grazes obtained during the race may have contributed to the infections. Tough Mudder is investigating the incident, but participants are concerned about the lack of testing and possible animal grazing on the race site.

via The Washington Post|
#bacterial-infection#health#public-health-advisory