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SWINE FLU INFORMATION
The Washington County Health Department has posted information about swine flu on the County's website under Hot Topics or at http://pandemic.wisconsin.gov/
It is recommended that persons be tested for swine flu ONLY if they meet the ALL the following criteria:
Have signs and symptoms of influenza (fever greater than 100 degrees, cough or sore throat, body aches AND either 1 or 2 below)
1. Have an acute respiratory illnesses within 7 days of traveling to an area where there are confirmed cases of swine influenza A (H1N1)
2. Have been in contact with an ill person from an area where there are confirmed cases 7 days before they became ill
The areas affected will change as more cases become known. Right now they include Mexico, New York City, Ohio, Texas, California, Kansas and New Jersey. There is a listing on the CDC.gov site that is updated with new cases. Call your doctor (don't go to your doctor's office or the emergency room) if you are ill and meet the criteria above.
There are guidelines on how to protect yourself and your family on the website. Anyone who suspects they might have or have been exposed to swine flu should not be going to school, work or other group gatherings. As of today there are no confirmed cases in Wisconsin.
SALMONELLA-TAINTED PEANUT PRODUCTS
Sicken people and pets
Learn the latest on this recall. Here is a link to the FDA WEBSITE FOR UP-TO-DATE RECALL INFORMATION.. Read the PDF PRESS RELEASE FROM UW-EXTENSION WNEP NUTRITIONISTS and learn where you can find more information on additional recalled products.
EXTENSION RESPONDS TO RISING ENERGY PRICES
Many Wisconsin residents may e facing a difficult time paying for heat this winter. Cooperative Extension has developed an Extension Responds-Energy website. This website provides information about state programs to help people in need pay their heating bills and toinstall energy saving improvements and appliances. Check it out today!
 GETTING THROUGH TOUGH TIMES -
MANAGING BETWEEN JOBS
In the wake of widespread job layoffs and a faltering economy, many Americans are finding it a struggle to make ends meet and to fulfill their financial obligations. Check out UW-Extension TOUGH TIMES FACT SHEETS as you attempt to get through the days ahead.
RECYLE COMPACT FLORESCENT LIGHT BULBS
In West Bend – the Home Depot will take your compact florescent light bulbs (CFL) to recycle. To save on your energy bill you may have switched from incandescent light bulbs to the more energy-efficient CFL bulbs. However, you should not toss them in your trash when they burn out. They contain mercury, a neurotoxin that is a problem for health and the environment. You can recycle these bulbs for free at local establishments. Most Home Depot and Ikea retail stores will recycle them for you. In addition, you can check out ACE hardware stores—some recycle as well. For other locations visit the Environmental Protection Agency’s website at www.epa.gov/bulbrecycling
 TAKE STEPS TO OFFSET NATURAL GAS PRICE INCREASES
While the national spotlight focuses on rising gasoline prices at the pump, natural gas prices are also quietly going up, nearly doubling over the last year. Natural gas price hikes will affect not only this winter’s heating bills, but also electricity and fertilizer prices.
More information . . .
 EMERALD ASH BORER INFORMATION
The Emerald Ash Borer insect has been found in our area. The first steps in responding to an infestation has been to quarantine
movement of hardwood firewood, ash nursery stock, timber or any other article that could spread the Emerald Ash Borer out of the infested area.
Please check out our INFORMATION PAGE for impacts,
precautions and updates concerning this issue.
THE WISCONSIN LOCAL FOOD NETWORK - This new website offers a Directory of local food initiatives in Wisconsin, a Calendar of Events, local food in the news, links to local food websites and resources. Register as a member and get the opportunity to participate in discussion forums about issues important to the local food community. http://www.wisconsinlocalfood.wetpaint.com
E-ANSWERS for agriculture information. E-ANSWERS -Information source for more than 250,000 pages of agricultural information and education.
RECALLS, MARKET WITHDRAWALS & PRODUCT SAFETY - Looking for information on recent recalls, market withdrawals and product safety? Check out the USDA WEBSITE to learn more.
INFORMATION RESOURCE for American Consumers: eXtension on the Web - Information offered for personal finance, horses, wildlife damage management, parenting, horticulture and more! Check out this new Web site today!
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West Bend, WI 53095-2003
Phone: 262-335-4477
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