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Nigeria's conflict-hit Borno state battles cholera outbreak that has killed 74
8+ hour, 31+ min ago (301+ words) MAIDUGURI " A cholera outbreak in northeastern Nigeria has killed 74 people and infected more than 7, 000 others since it started in early May, medical charity Doctors Without Borders said Tuesday. The outbreak, reported in 14 of Borno state's 27 local governments, is unfolding in…...
New device alerts to electricity in Smith Mountain Lake
6+ hour ago (137+ words) WSLS New device alerts to electricity in Smith Mountain Lake Surgeons: This Simple Method Will End Knee Pain & Arthritis Quickly (Try It) Doctor: If You Have Gassy Stomach, Do This Immediately for Parasite Cleanse Seniors Born 1939-1969 Receive 11 Benefits This Month…...
US urges Europe to step up travel measures to prevent spread of Ebola from Africa
6+ hour, 50+ min ago (446+ words) WASHINGTON " The Trump administration is telling European nations that they need to step up their travel restrictions for people coming to the continent from Ebola-hit countries in Africa, hinting that failure to do so may result in increased U. S. regulations on…...
FDA OKs first new sunscreen ingredient in more than 25 years
7+ hour, 54+ min ago (447+ words) WASHINGTON " Federal health regulators on Tuesday signed off on the first new sunscreen ingredient for the U. S. market in more than 25 years, giving Americans access to a skin-protecting chemical long used in Europe and other parts of the world. The Food…...
New device offers big protection against hidden danger at Smith Mountain Lake
4+ hour, 41+ min ago (307+ words) A small device is giving swimmers and dock owners at Smith Mountain Lake a new kind of peace of mind. It's called the Dock Lifeguard " a probe that senses stray electricity in the water and sounds an alarm. Eddie Dillon,…...
Rockbridge County Sheriff's Office extends Baby Doll Drive initiative
4+ hour, 42+ min ago (103+ words) Greg Moore, 10 News ROANOKE, Va. " Participants and organizers raising awareness for Older Americans Month are getting an extended deadline for the baby doll drive. Staff from the Rockbridge County Sheriff's Office continue their community-wide baby doll drive to benefit local…...
Orphaned bobcat kittens arrive at SWVA Wildlife center after mother hit, killed by vehicle
6+ hour, 24+ min ago (300+ words) Roanoke " Two orphaned bobcat kittens have found refuge at the Southwest Virginia Wildlife Center in Roanoke after their mother was hit and killed by a vehicle in Russell County. The two female kittens were found beside their deceased mother on…...
Healthwatch: How women can reduce risk for Alzheimer's Disease
14+ hour, 1+ min ago (123+ words) WSLS Healthwatch: How women can reduce risk for Alzheimer's Disease June is Alzheimer's and Brain Awareness month. Local hospitals address state report citing 13 rural hospitals at risk of closure Pulaski County launches inaugural free Camp Ignite for local students Former…...
A government-commissioned study found drinking risks. US guidelines didn't feature its findings
15+ hour, 26+ min ago (846+ words) Laura Ungar And Ali Swenson A study commissioned by President Joe Biden's administration to investigate alcohol-related health harms was released independently on Tuesday, after President Donald Trump's administration decided not to feature the researchers' findings in new dietary guidelines as…...
Angels of Assisi and Roanoke Police Department to host mobile pet health clinic June 12
17+ hour, 18+ min ago (171+ words) ROANOKE, Va. " Looking for a way to keep your pets healthy without breaking the bank? Angels of Assisi and the Roanoke Police Department are set to host a mobile pet health clinic on Friday. The event will be held from…...