Reach

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Connections

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Effectiveness

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News

Salmonella outbreak linked to eggs 

On June 6, the August Egg Company recalled cage-free organic brown eggs due to potential Salmonella contamination. The eggs were distributed in nine states, including neighboring Illinois. Among St. Louis adults surveyed, 30% heard about the recall in the last 7 days.  What we know about the recalled eggs  The recall includes organic and cage-free brown eggs […]

St. Louisans hearing more about tornados and lung problems 

St. Louisans are learning fast about the health consequences of tornado clean-up. Cuts and scratches from storm debris can lead to tetanus, and breathing air filled with particles of dust, dirt and harmful building materials can damage a person’s lungs.  Poll: St. Louisans hearing about link between tornados, breathing problems  In the last week, 54% of […]

It’s Tick Season: What do St. Louisans know and do about it?

Tick season runs April to October. Of nearly 100 tick species in the U.S., only a few bite humans and can spread illness. We asked St. Louisans how they are getting ready. Tick are fairly common: 1 in 3 St. Louis households have been affected  Of St. Louis adults surveyed, 34% reported that they or someone […]