Working Draft for:
Preeceville's Main Street with the Mayor Garth Harris for Thursday August 9th, 2018 8:35 am
With GX94's Craig Wallebeck > see him @ http://www.gx94radio.com/craig-Wallebeck
This week we focus on: Take Precautions Against West Nile Virus
Released
on August 2, 2018
"Saskatchewan residents are reminded to protect themselves against mosquito bites, as the peak season for West Nile Virus (WNV) approaches. There is increased risk of West Nile Virus in late July and August when the mosquitoes that carry the virus (Culex tarsalis) are most active and present in higher numbers. Currently, the risk is highest in southern Saskatchewan where positive pools of mosquitoes have been found for the past two weeks.
Most people who become infected with West Nile Virus experience no symptoms or have mild illness (fever, headaches, body aches).
“A small number of people develop a more serious illness called West Nile Virus neuroinvasive disease,” the province’s Chief Medical Health Officer, Dr. Saqib Shahab said. “If you develop serious symptoms like a persistent fever, confusion, neck stiffness or an unusually severe headache, seek medical attention immediately.”
Mosquitoes are most active on warm evenings and between dusk and dawn. Take precautions against getting bitten. Use mosquito repellent, cover up and reduce the time spent outside when mosquitoes are most likely to bite. Maintain door and window screens so they fit tightly and are free of holes. Reduce mosquito habitat around your home and yard (such as standing water, old tires and other items that can collect water, bushes, shrubs, lawn overgrowth and debris).
So far this season, there has been one positive West Nile Virus lab test. A positive lab test does not necessarily indicate a current WNV infection.
West Nile Virus was first identified in Saskatchewan in 2002. Significant outbreaks of WNV infection in humans occurred in 2003 and 2007. Between 2003 and 2017, there were 158 cases of WNV neuroinvasive disease; 17 resulted in death.
For up-to-date WNV risk levels, maps and surveillance results, visit https://www.saskatchewan.ca/residents/health/diseases-and-conditions/west-nile-virus/west-nile-virus-risk-level-and-surveillance-results. For advice on symptoms or when to seek care call HealthLine 811."
For more information, contact:
Eric Eggertson, Health, Regina
Phone: 306-787-4083 Email: Eric.Eggertson@health.gov.sk.ca
"Saskatchewan residents are reminded to protect themselves against mosquito bites, as the peak season for West Nile Virus (WNV) approaches. There is increased risk of West Nile Virus in late July and August when the mosquitoes that carry the virus (Culex tarsalis) are most active and present in higher numbers. Currently, the risk is highest in southern Saskatchewan where positive pools of mosquitoes have been found for the past two weeks.
Most people who become infected with West Nile Virus experience no symptoms or have mild illness (fever, headaches, body aches).
“A small number of people develop a more serious illness called West Nile Virus neuroinvasive disease,” the province’s Chief Medical Health Officer, Dr. Saqib Shahab said. “If you develop serious symptoms like a persistent fever, confusion, neck stiffness or an unusually severe headache, seek medical attention immediately.”
Mosquitoes are most active on warm evenings and between dusk and dawn. Take precautions against getting bitten. Use mosquito repellent, cover up and reduce the time spent outside when mosquitoes are most likely to bite. Maintain door and window screens so they fit tightly and are free of holes. Reduce mosquito habitat around your home and yard (such as standing water, old tires and other items that can collect water, bushes, shrubs, lawn overgrowth and debris).
So far this season, there has been one positive West Nile Virus lab test. A positive lab test does not necessarily indicate a current WNV infection.
West Nile Virus was first identified in Saskatchewan in 2002. Significant outbreaks of WNV infection in humans occurred in 2003 and 2007. Between 2003 and 2017, there were 158 cases of WNV neuroinvasive disease; 17 resulted in death.
For up-to-date WNV risk levels, maps and surveillance results, visit https://www.saskatchewan.ca/residents/health/diseases-and-conditions/west-nile-virus/west-nile-virus-risk-level-and-surveillance-results. For advice on symptoms or when to seek care call HealthLine 811."
For more information, contact:
Eric Eggertson, Health, Regina
Phone: 306-787-4083 Email: Eric.Eggertson@health.gov.sk.ca
Events:
- Ongoing
- Preeceville & District Lions Club Chase the Ace
Minimum Jack-Pot is now at a $867.00
Draws every Thursday night at the Curling Rink.
Watch their Ad's. Follow the ACE on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PreecevilleChaseTheAce/
-The Town of Preeceville is pleased to announce the opening of Preeceville Dental. The clinic is now accepting new patients from across the Parkland area. The phone number is 306-547-1555 and the address is 27 Main St North, which is the Library building in downtown Preeceville.
- Summer Fun Program at Preeceville Community Legion Hall
10:00 am - to Noon and 1:00 pm to 3 Mondays and Wednesdays
Information & Registration Night - Tuesday, September 11th 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm at the Preeceville
Community Legion Hall. Come and check out the Recreational Clubs that
Preeceville has to Offer. To book a table or for further information contact
Andrea at 306-547-2810
Corn Maze - Watch for more information coming soon about Corn Maze
Opening date and times.
- Check out the new look on our town web site. It goods great!
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- And as always if you wish to have an event promoted visit and post it to our Community Events Calendar at www.townofPreeceville.ca
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