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Hepatitis A Case Identified in Dexter, Missouri
December 15th 2017 by Dee Loflin
Stoddard County, Missouri - A case of Hepatitis A has been identified in a food handler that worked while potentially contagious at Huddle House in Dexter, Missouri. The restaurant, in conjunction with the Department of Health and Senior Services and Stoddard County Health Center, is investigating and has taken necessary control measures to decrease the risk of spreading the illness.
Members of the public who ate at the Dexter, Missouri, Huddle House between November 21, 2017 and December 2, 2017 should watch for symptoms of Hepatitis A and seek medical care if they have symptoms. Symptoms usually develop between two and seven weeks after exposure and can include:
· Fever
· Fatigue
· Loss of appetite
· Nausea
· Vomiting
· Abdominal pain
· Dark urine
· Clay-colored stools
· Joint pain
· Jaundice (yellow skin and eyes)
Vaccine and Immune Globulin (IG) for those Exposed to Hepatitis A
Hepatitis A is a vaccine-preventable disease. If given within two weeks of exposure, according to the specific CDC guidelines, prophylaxis vaccine or immune globulin (IG) can prevent illness. With concurrent outbreaks occurring across the nation, vaccine and IG are in limited supply. Therefore, use of these prevention strategies must be restricted to those at highest risk for illness or complications, such as close personal contacts. It is important to note that receiving a Hepatitis A vaccine or IG more than 2 weeks after a known exposure may not prevent illness.
Disease Information
Hepatitis A is a virus that infects the liver. Most people who get Hepatitis A feel sick for several weeks, but they usually recover completely and do not have lasting liver damage. In rare cases, Hepatitis A can cause liver failure and death; this is more common in people older than 50 and in people with other liver diseases.
Prevention
Hepatitis A is spread when a person swallows the virus present on objects or in food or drinks contaminated by tiny amounts of stool from an infected person. Good hand washing practices are critical for preventing the spread of Hepatitis A. Washing hands after going to the bathroom and changing diapers and before preparing or eating food will help keep the virus from spreading to uninfected people. If you are concerned that you are at high risk of exposure, the best way to keep from getting sick from Hepatitis A is to get vaccinated. The Hepatitis A vaccine is highly effective when administered properly.
For more information about Hepatitis A, please visit the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) website at: https://www.cdc.gov/hepatitis/hav/afaq.htm.
Members of the public or providers with patients who are concerned about a potential exposure can call the Stoddard County Health Center at 573-568-4593.
Last Updated on December 15th 2017 by Dee Loflin
https://showmetimes.com/Blogpost/v99g/Hepatitis-A-Case-Identified-in-Dexter-Missouri
General Municipal Election Information
December 14th 2017 by Dee Loflin
Dexter, Missouri - The city of Dexter, Missouri will have a General Municipal Election on Tuesday, April 3, 2017 for the following offices:
Mayor - Two Year Term
Ward I Alderman - Two Year Term
Ward II Alderman - Two Year Term
Ward III Alderman - Two Year Term
Filing of an office may be done at Dexter City Hall, 301 East Stoddard Street, during regular business hours, beginning at 8:00 a.m., Tuesday, December 12th and closing at 5:00 p.m. Tuesday, January 16, 2018.
Filing for these offices may be done in the City Clerk's office during regular business hours from 8:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. and 1:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday.
Christmas Holiday Schedule: City offices will close at noon on Friday, December 22, 2017 and will reopen on Tuesday, December 26, 2017.
New Year's Holiday Schedule: City offices will be closed Monday, January 1, 2018.
Last Updated on December 14th 2017 by Dee Loflin
https://showmetimes.com/Blogpost/v999/General-Municipal-Election-Information
City of Dexter Christmas Trash Schedule
December 14th 2017 by Dee Loflin
Dexter, Missouri - Merry Christmas from the city of Dexter. City offices will close at noon on Friday, December 22nd and will reopen on Tuesday, December 26th.
Trash services will be one day late.
Hope everyone has a Merry Christmas and a safe holiday season!
Last Updated on December 14th 2017 by Dee Loflin
https://showmetimes.com/Blogpost/v998/City-of-Dexter-Christmas-Trash-Schedule
Bootheel Recycling Now Hiring!
December 13th 2017 by Dee Loflin
Dexter, Missouri - Bootheel Recycling is now hiring. They are looking for an individual with the following experience:
Forklift Experience
Computer skills a plus
Self-motivated
Communication Skills
Good Work History
Reliable
Team Player
Position or positions will be primarily in the warehouse or the steel yard.
Please submit your resume to PO Box 723, Dexter, Mo 63841 or stop by in person for an application at 202 Harris Dr, Dexter.
Bootheel Recycling is an equal employment opportunity employer.
Last Updated on December 13th 2017 by Dee Loflin
https://showmetimes.com/Blogpost/v992/Bootheel-Recycling-Now-Hiring
Route WW in Stoddard County Reduced for Edge Rut Repairs
December 12th 2017 by Dee Loflin
Stoddard County, Missouri - Route WW in Stoddard County will be reduced to one lane as Missouri Department of Transportation crews perform edge rut repairs.
This section of roadway is located from Route 60 to Route J.
Weather permitting, work will take place Wednesday, Dec. 13 through Friday, Dec. 15 from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. daily.
Last Updated on December 12th 2017 by Dee Loflin
https://showmetimes.com/Blogpost/v98p/Route-WW-in-Stoddard-County-Reduced-for-Edge-Rut-Repairs
