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NYS Veterinarian Suggests that Horses Be Vaccinated Against EEE

June 3, 2010 Contributor
“Horses are particularly susceptible to the infection because they are outdoors and are fed upon by mosquitoes which can carry the virus,” said Dr. David Smith, acting New York State veterinarian. “Accordingly, owners should protect their horses against EEE and other arboviruses like West Nile Virus with a vaccination.

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May 28 Is ‘Don’t Fry Day’: Health Department Offers Skin Cancer Prevention Tips

May 23, 2010 Contributor
Sunbathing without protection from the sun's rays can lead to skin cancer.“Skin cancer is the most common form of cancer in the United States,” said Dr. Dennis Norfleet, Oswego County Public Health Director. “Long-term, unprotected exposure to the sun’s rays, even on cloudy days, causes up to 90 percent of all skin cancer.”

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