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Local Story: Textbook how to be found when lost in the woods

Sep 15, 2018 08:05AM ● By Editor

By Michael Valentini from The Cook County News Herald - September 14, 2018

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Significant rise in mosquito "disease danger days" in U.S., report warns

Aug 13, 2018 04:44PM ● By Editor

As global temperatures continue to rise, the number of mosquito "disease danger days" is increasing across much of the United States, representing a greater risk for transmission of mosquito-borne diseases, according to a new report. By ASHLEY WELCH of CBS NEWS - August 13, 2018

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Avoid ticks, and Lyme disease, this summer

Aug 08, 2018 08:10AM ● By Editor

By Expositor Staff -August 8, 2018

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3 hikers airlifted from Isle Royale

Aug 07, 2018 02:54PM ● By Editor

The U.S. Coast Guard said this incident is a good example of why people venturing into remote areas should have something other than a cell phone to call or signal for help. From WDIO-TV - August 7, 2018

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Preventing Recreational Water Illnesses (RWIs) at the Beach

Jul 31, 2018 11:23AM ● By Editor

When swimming or taking part in water-related activities, you share the water (and germs!) with everyone. From the Minnesota Department of Health - July 31, 2018

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It's tick season again. Here's how to avoid the disease-carrying pests.

Apr 26, 2018 10:15AM ● By Editor

Minnesota's tick season has already begun, and experts say the parasites are hungry after a long winter. By Solvejg Wastvedt of Minnesota Public Radio News - St. Paul - April 24, 2018

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Common Hiking Injuries: Prevention & Treatment

Jan 28, 2018 03:29PM ● By Editor

Whether you are training for an epic trip or hiking on the weekends, we’ve all felt the effects of sore muscles, blistered feet, or aching joints. These injuries can prevent you from doing what you are passionate about and hamper training efforts when working towards that next big adventure.

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Key steps in administering First Aid.

Jan 27, 2018 03:17PM ● By Editor

By administering immediate care during an emergency, you can help an ill or injured person before EMS, Emergency Medical Services arrive. And you may be able to help save a life. From the American Red Cross.

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