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Respiratory illnesses rising as locals return from visiting with families

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12 months ago

January 2, 2024

www.youtube.com – WLOX News – 2024-01-02 18:40:47

SUMMARY: The content advises people to always let someone know their whereabouts at night and seeks to raise awareness about the rising number of respiratory illnesses as people return from visiting family over the holidays. Health professionals at Alphacare Urgent Care in Gulfport say that patients are showing symptoms like congestion, coughing, sore throat, and nausea. The CDC reports an increase in positive cases of influenza A and B, COVID, and RSV nationwide, with New Mexico and Southeastern states being the hardest hit. The CDC recommends practicing social distancing, washing hands, and covering coughs, as well as isolating for a minimum of five days after symptom onset if diagnosed with COVID. Medications like Tamiflu and Xofluza may be helpful in lessening the severity and length of illness. In the final week of 2023, close to 30,000 people nationwide were affected by these illnesses.

Respiratory illnesses are rising as people return from visiting with family over the holidays.

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Mississippi First Lady Elee Reeves takes Hugh Keeton on a tour of Governor's Mansion

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14 hours ago

December 22, 2024

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www.youtube.com – WLOX News – 2024-12-22 08:15:23

SUMMARY: During the last weekend before Christmas, Mississippi’s First Lady Elie Reeves showcased the governor’s mansion’s holiday decorations, themed “Made in Mississippi.” This theme celebrates the state’s economic success, highlighting new businesses and local treasures. Reeves emphasized the importance of sharing this home with all Mississippians and showcased various rooms, each reflecting different aspects of the state, from wildlife to local artists. A stunning gingerbread replica of the mansion was also featured. Additionally, personal touches included the display of the family nativity scene. Reeves expressed joy in sharing the mansion’s beauty during this festive season.

Mississippi First Lady Elee Reeves took our own Hugh Keeton on a tour of the Governor’s Mansion.

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Travelers begin holiday travels on the roads and in the skies

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2 days ago

December 21, 2024

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www.youtube.com – WLOX News – 2024-12-21 07:46:22

SUMMARY: During the holiday season, 19 million people are expected to travel by air and road. Gulfport-Biloxi International Airport is preparing for a surge in travelers, with numbers set to surpass the past decade’s highest. Kalia Kennedy, traveling from Minnesota to Mississippi to visit family, shares her positive experience at the airport, noting helpful airline staff and smooth travel. Airport staff emphasize kindness and customer service. TSA recommends packing gifts in bags, not wrapping them, to avoid disruptions. Travelers are encouraged to stay cheerful and courteous during their journeys. The holiday travel season is in full swing.

Holiday travels are underway, and the Gulfport-Biloxi International Airport is shaping up to receive an overflow.

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Lights, Planes, and Santa at the Mississippi Aviation Heritage Museum in Gulfport

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2 days ago

December 20, 2024

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www.youtube.com – WXXV 25 – 2024-12-20 16:45:24

SUMMARY: The Aviation Heritage Museum is hosting its annual “Lights, Planes, and Santa” event this holiday season. Open from 5 to 8:30 p.m. tonight and tomorrow, visitors can enjoy a winter wonderland of over 500,000 lights illuminating the museum’s airplanes. The event includes family-friendly activities such as fly simulators, Santa Claus, and opportunities to explore planes and Jeeps. The museum hopes to attract young visitors and encourage future attendance at their summer aviation camps. Local art contest winner Kaliyah Brazzle also shared her artwork, showcasing the museum’s mascot airplane.