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Wednesday October 28 2009

First H1N1 Vaccine Clinic

Drive-By H1N1 Vaccinations from the Health Department. more »
3:51 PM
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By Bill Riales
Comment by worknmom: I wish we had updates more throughout the day to let us know if they still had the vaccines.  I wanted to get my boys (who have asthma)vaccinated… view »
Wednesday October 07 2009

Web Wednesday: Parents Opting Out Of H1N1 Vaccine For Kids

The first shipments of the H1N1 vaccine have arrived in several states and it won't be long before parts of the Gulf Coast receives its share. more »
3:04 AM
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By Kesshia Peyton
Comment by freedomtofascismcom: I’d like to address Abigail’s comment and advise her to look up the recent FBI investigation on the manufacturer and distributor of the vaccine… 2 Responses »
Wednesday September 09 2009

Web Wednesday: Making Health Care Reform Crystal Clear

For weeks, some people have said they don't understand what's going on with plans to reform health care in our country. more »
2:40 AM
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By Kesshia Peyton
Comment by SweetGlide: Has anybody read the bill or are they gonna believe the lies, lies, lies. President Obama said,“the hospitals, doctors and pharmacy companies are… 20 Responses »
Monday August 24 2009

Some H1N1 Cases Reported At Local University

But officials at the University of South Alabama say they number less than a dozen. more »
9:22 PM
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By Steve Alexander
Comment by KxVicious: Ugh. I’ve been sick (fever, sore throat, body aches, runny nose, cough) since Saturday. I’m thinking one of these 12 people totally made me… view »
Thursday August 20 2009

Best H1N1 Remedy: Vaccinate Kids, Parents

Study Backs Government's Approach, Finds Young Children Should Be a Top Priority.. more »
1:06 PM
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By Associated Press
Comment by mob1: I personally have always received my flu shot and do not recall ever coming down with the Flu until last yr. Was it just luck I dont know. I personally… 1 Responses »
Tuesday August 18 2009

Homeowners Say Dirt Road Causing Health Problems

Dirt road south of Foley causing headaches and health issues for some property owners more »
4:51 PM
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By Pat Peterson
Comment by hnelson: I can’t believe they waited this long, it seems like the city paves Hwy 59 once a year. 1 Responses »
Friday August 14 2009

H1N1 Cases Up In Mobile County

But, will people take the vaccine when its ready? more »
8:33 PM
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By Steve Alexander
Comment by SouthernMama82: another money maker. my friend had swine flu & it was like the normal flu. no she didn’t die. the nurse told her it is more common that the regular… view »
Friday July 03 2009

Obama Pledges Support

President Obama has reversed a Bush policy and pledges protection for health-care workers. more »
9:16 AM
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By Associated Press
Comment by minimay87: I agree. That is just forcing views on someone. Hopefully he sticks with this one. 5 Responses »
Monday June 15 2009

Minnows For Mosquito Control

In an effort to help control the mosquito population, the Mobile County Health Department will distribute free minnows, which feed on mosquito larvae.. more »
10:10 AM
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By Mobile County Health Dept.
Comment by cmb1: Semmes - I haven’t seen or heard the truck? 2 Responses »
Thursday May 14 2009

H1N1 Vaccine: Who Should Get It?

World Health Organization Convenes Meeting As Flu Cases Top 6,600 Worldwide.. more »
2:55 PM
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By Associated Press
Tuesday May 12 2009

FDA Balks At Cheerios’ Health Claims

Regulators: Cereal Made Inappropriate Assertions About Ability To Lower Cholesterol, Heart Disease.. more »
12:29 PM
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By Associated Press
Friday May 01 2009

Parents, Truckers Concerned About Swine Flu

Parents bringing children to sporting events are also taking precautions. more »
7:34 PM
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By Steve Alexander
Monday March 30 2009

Shaping Up! Triceps

We're Shaping Up! On WKRG News Five This Morning. We're showing you simple ways to exercise and get fit for Spring. more »
2:51 AM
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By Kesshia Peyton
Tuesday March 24 2009

2009 Kick Butts Day

The Coalition for a Tobacco-Free Mobile County, Students Working Against Tobacco (SWAT), and Keep Mobile Beautiful will partner to “kick butts” at Langan Park this Wednesday, March 25, in recognition of national Kick Butts Day. more »
8:03 AM
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By Mobile County Health Dept.
Comment by framkly: Maybe when our state has considered or passed the cell phone text law while driving, they should include cigarettes and the like while driving. 2 Responses »
Monday March 23 2009

Shaping Up! Biceps And Triceps

We're Shaping Up! On WKRG News Five This Morning. We're showing you simple ways to exercise and get fit for Spring. more »
4:12 AM
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By Kesshia Peyton

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