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Looking Back . . .
December 2, 1968 - After a review by the Missouri Air Conservation Commission, Joe Allen states that the long-delayed air pollution control ordinance should be ready for City Council consideration in early 1969.
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When money is tight, and temperatures are dropping, how can you keep your home warm? Follow these tips to help keep your home warm this winter while safely stretching your dollar.
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In the News . . .
A new survey shows that up to 57% of U.S. adults are deficient in vitamin D and may be at increased risk of heart and blood vessel disease. 12/01/08
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According to a U.N. report published in August, an estimated 33 million people were living with HIV in 2007. World AIDS Day was marked today by global commemorations for the millions of people who have died from the disease and the millions more who are living with HIV. 12/01/08
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A Texas County man who was bitten by a bat about six weeks ago has died from a case of rabies. It is the first human rabies death in Missouri since 1959, according to the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services. The 55-year old man was bitten on the left ear by a bat in mid-October, but did not report the incident or exhibit any rabies symptoms at the time, the department said. 12/01/08
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Low hanging ornaments, improper lights and burning candles can all be hazardous. Protect the people and pets you love by following safety guidelines when decorating for the holidays.
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Did you know . . .
The health department's laboratory ran nearly 17,000 public water supply tests in 2006.
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Local people living with HIV encourage others to get tested in these public service announcements.
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