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House cats with bird flu could pose a risk to public health
Although outdoor cats comprise most cases of feline H5N1, a small but growing number of house cats contracted the disease from raw food or unpasteurized milk.
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Athens County residents asked to fill out lead pipe survey
As part of a federal effort to remove lead pipe infrastructure Athens County residents are being asked to check what material their pipes are made out of.
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New resource center to open in Nelsonville
The Athens County Community Cares Resource Center will host various service providers, taking a “360 degree” approach to the people it serves.
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ODNR to test local drinking water for fracking waste contamination
About 50 people attended a March 27 town hall in Coolville to hear updates on the ODNR’s water testing plan and related issues.
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Is water from the Buchtel spring safe to drink?
Village residents swear by the spring’s quality, preferring it to public water. Scientists and public health officials say it’s a risk.
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Ohio restricts transgender rights
Here’s how Athens County schools and healthcare providers are responding.
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Ohio healthcare providers fear DeWine’s ‘draconian’ rules will block gender-affirming care
Concerns include impossible demands for specialists and reporting requirements that would identify trans people
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Ohio moves to restrict transgender healthcare, sports participation
Here’s how legal changes could impact Athens County healthcare and schools.
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Wildfire smoke pollution prompts increased monitoring locally
More smoke is projected to impact Athens County air quality beginning this week.
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The Plains loses its pharmacy
The Rite Aid location in The Plains recently closed, leaving residents without a nearby pharmacy.
