Every year, we get to hear and experience the impact of new viruses habituating in our environment. Early and mid-2016 is hit with Zika virus that resulted to fetal, children and adult deaths in the Americas and the Pacific. This article gives you an insight on the origin of the Zika virus, its impact on children and adults, how you may protect yourself and the possible preventive measures one may take to safeguard yourself and your families.
Origin of Zika virus
As of mid-2016, a widespread epidemic of Zika fever, caused by the Zika virus, is ongoing in the Americas and the Pacific. The outbreak began in early 2015 in Brazil, and then spread to other parts of South and North America; it is also affecting several islands in the Pacific. In January 2016, the World Health Organization (WHO) said the virus was likely to spread throughout most of the Americas by the end of the year.
Aedes aegypti mosquito
The virus is spread mainly by the Aedes aegypti mosquito, which is commonly found throughout the tropical and subtropical Americas. It can also be spread by the Aedes albopictus (“Asian tiger”) mosquito, which is distributed as far north as the Great Lakes region in North America. Men infected with Zika can transmit the virus to their sexual partners.
How Zika virus affects children and adults?
In February 2016, WHO declared the outbreak a Public Health Emergency of International Concern as evidence grew that Zika can cause birth defects as well as neurological problems. The virus can be transmitted from an infected pregnant woman to her fetus, which can then cause microcephaly— an abnormally small head and brain size, and other severe brain anomalies in the infant. The CDC posted a travel alert advising pregnant women to delay travel to areas where Zika is active. The travel alert list continues to expand and includes Miami, as well as 50 countries or territories in the Americas, the Pacific Islands, and Africa.
Microcephaly – comparison with a Zika infected infant and normal child
Zika infections in adults can result in Guillain–Barré syndrome. Prior to this outbreak, Zika was considered a mild infection, as most Zika virus infections are asymptomatic, making it difficult to determine precise estimates of the number of cases. In approximately one in five cases, Zika virus infections result in Zika fever, a minor illness that causes symptoms such as fever and a rash.
Rash developed on being infected
The Mercury News reports in its article on Aug 5 that 134 people in California have contracted the Zika virus while traveling in an area where the disease is endemic. The press further states, “The California Department of Public Health reported last week that two infants with Zika-related microcephaly were born in California to mothers who contracted the virus while abroad. One of the babies was born in Alameda County.
Prevention of Zika infection
As of now, there seems to be no vaccination to protect from the Zika virus. However, you can help prevent Zika infection by using insect repellents and proper use of condoms. If you are in areas with a current Zika outbreak can take steps to avoid catching the virus. Dr. Fredericks says, “The best way to avoid mosquito bites is to use a repellent containing picaridin, oil of lemon-eucalyptus, at least 20 percent DEET, or IR3535 when venturing outdoors, especially near dawn and dusk when mosquitoes are most active” He also adds, “Whenever possible, it also makes sense to wear long sleeves and pants when outside during these times and check which products are most effective in the Consumer Reports’ newly updated insect repellent ratings.”
Here’s a picture for you that highlights on the symptoms. However, a blood test can only confirm on the results.
Possible Symptoms
Stay aware, stay protected and safeguard your family.
Source:
https://www.everydayhealth.com/news/10-essential-facts-about-zika-virus/
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/2015%E2%80%9316_Zika_virus_epidemic
Preventing Vehicle Burglaries
It’s always a good idea to review some tips to prevent vehicle burglaries. Here are a few to be mindful of:
Never leave your car unlocked, the windows rolled down, or keys in the ignition
Never leave spare keys in the car, or in “hiding spots.” An experienced thief knows all the hiding places. Store spare keys in your wallet.
No matter how quick the errand, never leave your car running unattended, not even in your own driveway.
Keep contents and valuables (cell phones, purses, packages, etc.) out of sight. Lock them in the trunk. If you can’t replace it, don’t leave it in your vehicle.
If you have a garage use it.
Conceal your registration in your glove compartment so that it is not easily accessible to burglars.
15 Tips to Prevent Package Thefts
1. Get a tracking number from the shipping company.
2. Require a signature with the delivery.
3. If you won’t be home, have the company leave the package at a local shipping center.
4. Set up an obvious surveillance camera with your home security system.
5. If UPS is making the delivery, get onboard with their U.P.S. My Choice program, which sends an e-mail or text message to the customer just prior to package arrival; it will be rerouted if nobody is home.
6. Insist that the driver leave the package in an inconspicuous area.
7. Have the driver leave the package at your apartment’s or condo’s office.
8. Retrieve your mail as quickly as possible after delivery.
9. If you can’t retrieve it daily, have a trusted person get it.
10. If you’re traveling, have the post office hold your mail until you get back.
11. Never received mail you were expecting? Contact the sender to see if it was sent. If so, file a complaint with the post office. This also applies if the contents of mail are missing.
12. Bring your checks or money orders to a postal collection box (personally give it to a postal worker) for the delivery driver to pick up; don’t leave checks or money orders in your home mailbox.
13. Never leave packages outside your door.
14. Alert recipients of your packages as to when they are to expect them.
15. Insure any packages you send.
Coldplay – A Head Full Of Dreams Tour
For detailed event information, click here.
A Head Full Of Dreams is Coldplay’s seventh album and the follow-up to 2014’s GRAMMY®-nominated Ghost Stories. Since its December 2015 release, A Head Full Of Dreams has reached Number One on iTunes in more than 90 countries and sold over three million copies. It has also helped Coldplay to their current position as Spotify’s most-streamed band in the world. Coldplay was the headline for the “Pepsi Super Bowl 50 Halftime Show” in Santa Clara, California on Sunday, February 7.
Tickets:
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2. VividSeats.com Tickets still available
3. ScoreBig: Lower Prices, Better Seats, Available
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Join the Fun! Bring your hula hoops, soccer balls, kazoos, & picnic baskets! Sat, Aug 6th, 10am-12. The City Manager says that the parkland is “Surplus Property” and is pressuring City Council to give it away and erect a 6-story hotel with its REAR facing City Hall. Come enjoy this “surplus” park and hear an update about how we can save the parkland, the YWCA, and our Civic Center! Fun for all!
Picnic in the Park – Saturday, Aug 6th, 10am
Location: the southern Sister City Garden, located directly across from City Hall, as pictured in the historic postcard above.
Join the Fun! Bring your hula hoops, soccer balls, kazoos, & picnic baskets!
Sat, Aug 6th, 10am-12.
The City Manager says that the parkland is “Surplus Property” and is pressuring City Council to give it away and erect a 6-story hotel with its REAR facing City Hall. Come enjoy this “surplus” park and hear an update about how we can save the parkland, the YWCA, and our Civic Center! Fun for all!
Starting September 10th – October 1st every Saturday 10am – 3pm join us for our third annual chili grinding open house event.
Experience grinding season in full production, from seed to sauce. Free sampling, t-shirts, and a lion dance performance! (Free items while supplies last) Fun for all ages. Check calendar for availability.
Please register per vehicle, as we are limited in parking spaces per hour. Also, please note the total amount of guests attending.
Note: In case of rain we will not be receiving chili peppers and therefore, you will need to reschedule your tour time. Please check your emails continuously for updates, changes, or cancellation.
Irwindale, CA 91706
Prudential Fun Run at Pasadena Rose Bowl September 17, 2016 Free Register
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| EVENT: The 4.01K Race for Retirement by Prudential DATE: Saturday, September 17, 2016 CHECK-IN: 8 a.m. to 10 a.m LOCATION: The Rose Bowl, 1001 Rose Bowl Drive, Pasadena, CA 91103 |
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Register for free + Prudential will donate $15 to @1to1Fund.https://t.co/0CtYYnFTYV
— Prudential (@Prudential) July 11, 2016
For all the dog lovers, your love for the dogs is evident regardless of the breeds that make them. However, I’m sure, you’re equally curious to know the who are the parents of your beloved dog(s). As genetic testing in humans identifies the changes in genes that confirm a suspected genetic condition; the DNA testing of dogs helps reveal your pup’s ancestral lineage. The results of your dog’s DNA test could be a great gift for your dog-loving, dog-owning friend.
“Wisdom Panel” is a prominent facility center that specializes in conducting simple genetic tests that reveal the breeds in your dog’s ancestry. It is supported by well-known organization – Mars, headquartered in McLean, Virginia, USA. The undertaking was founded in the year 1911 by Frank C. Mars. Today, Mars is one of the giant organizations in terms of Revenue and takes sixth place in the Forbes under dogs’ category.
What Wisdom Panel does?
Wisdom Panel incorporates ancestry analysis for mixed-breed dogs, as well as the purebred and designer dog tests. All versions of the test provide ancestry validation, breed information and a predicted weight profile. This data can be used to optimize your dog’s overall care and training needs. If you wish to get more information related to your dog’s behavioral attributes, past events, or variety of dogs, you may enlist your dog(s) in Wisdom Panel.
News
Wisdom Panel DNA test was featured on “The Daily Buzz” on March 2013 – a nationally syndicated morning news program seen in 165+ cities in the United States that highlighted “the insights on dog DNA testing“.
Wisdom Panel was also featured on the Fox news channel where Dr. Dan Atlas talks about the “benefits of using Wisdom Panel Professional tests“.
A press release in October 2014 said, “DOGS CAN’T TALK BUT THEIR DNA CAN” where the tests revealed the mysteries of the mixed-breed dogs since the launch of Wisdom Panel in 2007. The research results have provided substantial information about the background of mixed-breed dogs, helping the owners make more informed decisions about their health and well-being.
Colleen Kane wrote an article in Fortune that gives an insight on “what you should know before you test your dog’s DNA”. It also highlights the services given by Wisdom Panel – it makes a shelter test called DogTrax that provides fast-tracked results to know a dog’s breed that helps in understanding the possible health issues for which the dog may be at risk.
Reviews
Wisdom Panel has social networking links on Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/DoggieDNA/ and on LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/pub/wisdom-panel.
Of the 178 reviews on Facebook, Wisdom Panel is rated an average of 4.5 (5 being the highest) while it secured a 4 star rating on Amazon.com with nearly 2000 reviews. Order from Amazon.com and save.
Presenting you a video uploaded by Buell Life on YouTube on Jan 2016. He shares the results revealed upon his dog Axel’s DNA testing by Wisdom Panel. The couple were amazed on knowing the ancestral history of their dog – Axel.
You may reach the customer support service number of Wisdom Panel on 888-597-3883 or you may write to them on customercare@marsdveterinary.com for further assistance.