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La rabia es una enfermedad prevenible por vacunación en humanos, perros, gatos y hurones, pero sin la vacuna y el tratamiento posterior a la exposición, el virus es mortal en un 99,9%. La ley de Carolina del Norte requiere que todos los gatos, perros y hurones domésticos reciban la vacuna contra la rabia antes de los 4 meses de edad y se mantengan al día.
El 5 de diciembre de 2023, el Departamento de Salud del Condado de Davidson fue notificado de un caso positivo de rabia dentro del condado confirmado por un laboratorio. Este es el octavo caso positivo de rabia probado en laboratorio en el Condado de Davidson en 2023. Después de ser notificados de un incidente de mordedura que involucró a una mofeta el 3 de diciembre de 2023, Control de Animales pudo sacar al animal de manera segura de la propiedad y recomendar que se le hiciera una prueba para detectar el virus de la rabia.
After being notified of a bite incident involving a skunk on December 3rd, 2023 Animal Control was able to safely remove the animal from the property and recommend it be tested for the rabies virus. The individual involved did promptly seek postexposure prophylaxis treatment. This incident occurred near US Hwy 64 in Lexington North Carolina.
Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist Health implements temporary restrictions due to an increasing respiratory virus.
Local advocates raise awareness during International Disability Awareness Day.
Davidson Local’s longest running youth correspondent, Riley Elliott, was featured during Wilson’s series that highlights women who are making waves in the Piedmont Triad and North Carolina. To watch Riley’s interview with Natalie Wilson visit.
As part of a new, streamlined leadership model being implemented across some of Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist’s community hospitals, Chad Brown, president of Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist Davie Medical Center and Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist Wilkes Medical Center, will assume a new role as president of Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist’s South and West areas, effective Jan. 1, 2024. Bill James will step down as president of Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist Lexington Medical Center.
For information on hosting a FREE “hands-only” (not for certification purposes) CPR event, contact (336) 236-3103 or Race.Cars.Trial@davidsoncountync.gov.
Be Someone’s Hero, 48 Hours of Giving is a hyper-focused two-day giving event beginning on November 15th, designed to highlight the J. Smith Young YMCA’s Annual Giving Campaign. {Stock Photography}
Novant Health Thomasville awarded most ‘As’ for patient safety.
Navy veteran Mike Loomis and wife Lorie will host “A Night of Remembrance” for those lost to overdose and suicide on Nov. 19th from 6pm to 8pm on the steps of the old courthouse.
This incident occurred in the Thomasville area of Davidson County.
El Departamento de Salud del Condado de Davidson fue notificado el 6 de noviembre de 2023 de un gato doméstico no vacunado que había sido llevado al Refugio de Animales del Condado de Davidson para observación debido a que mostraba un comportamiento errático. Se tomó la difícil pero necesaria decisión de sacrificar al animal y someterlo a pruebas para detectar el virus de la rabia. El personal del Departamento de Salud recibió la notificación el 7 de noviembre de 2023 de que el animal había sido confirmado positivo para la rabia.
The annual event is the single largest fundraiser for the Lexington Medical Center Foundation, which raises money for local hospital improvements.
The American Heart Association and Novant Health announce a three-year health equity initiative to reduce heart disease and stroke risk factors by improving blood pressure and nutrition security in communities spanning the Charlotte, Piedmont, Triad and Cape Fear regions.
After dedicating 32 years to Davidson Medical Ministries, executive director Sandy Motley is stepping down in preparation to pursue a position in local politics.
Actions as simple as reaching out to a loved one and talking with one another can help tremendously. Mental illness makes you feel alone and isolated, and by reaching out and communicating with one another we can help each other and truly make an impact.
The Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist Lexington Medical Center Foundation recently announced that their largest fundraiser, Sportsmen’s Saturday, would be returning on November 4 to Breeden Insurance Amphitheater in Uptown Lexington.
Meet the author on Saturday, September 23 at 7pm Refreshments and signing of her newest book, “Hey, Gurl, Hey” to Follow 1002 E. Holly Grove Rd., Lexington.
Yoga is not just about physical postures; it is a holistic practice that cultivates self-awareness, mindfulness, and inner balance. In this guide, we invite beginners to take their first steps into the world of yoga with a selection of gentle poses that lay the foundation for a nourishing and sustainable practice.
