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'It's almost like a coughing attack': Whooping cough cases on the rise
SUMMARY: A whooping cough outbreak is currently affecting students at a Jefferson County high school, with health experts noting similar cases nationwide. Dr. Wes Stubblefield from the Alabama Department of Public Health highlights that while such outbreaks are uncommon, they do happen. Symptoms initially resemble other respiratory illnesses but evolve into severe coughing attacks lasting 2-3 months. The reasons for the current surge are unclear, potentially linked to seasonal variations or vaccination gaps. Vaccination is emphasized as the best prevention method, particularly for protecting vulnerable populations like infants and individuals with compromised immune systems.
‘It’s almost like a coughing attack’: Whooping cough cases on the rise
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New Orleans shrimp festival passes genetic test confirming Gulf Coast origin | Louisiana
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Mobile police officer shoots dog at house: official
SUMMARY: WKRG News 5 reported a significant police presence at Spring Hill Avenue and Stanton Road in Mobile due to an incident involving an officer shooting a dog. Correspondent Jeremy Jones indicated that Mobile Police are concentrating their investigation on a house on Stanton Road. While details are scarce, police have confirmed the shooting of the dog, but the exact circumstances, the dog’s identity, and its condition remain unclear. Initially, there were multiple police trucks at the scene, but the presence has since decreased to three vehicles. Further updates will be provided as more information becomes available.
A Mobile police officer shot a dog at a home near the intersection of Stanton Road and Springhill Avenue, according to a police department spokesperson.
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Sandra Moon Community Complex Update | October 28, 2024 | News 19 at 10 p.m.
SUMMARY: The Sandra Moon Community Complex in Huntsville is nearing completion of its final phase after a long renovation process that transformed the former Grissom High School. The four-phase project included adding a public library, renovating ball fields, and enhancing community spaces. Currently, the complex is in phase four, which involves finalizing a new state-of-the-art theater with over 600 seats, set to host performances like musical theater and Broadway shows. Arts Huntsville has collaborated on the design and will manage the theater, which is expected to be ready for shows by this time next year.
The Sandra Moon Community Complex in Huntsville has reached its final phase.
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