blisters , caused by the same virus that causes chickenpox . Anyone who has had chickenpox can develop Shingles , because the virus remains in the nerve cells of the body after chickenpox goes away and can reappear many years later , causing Shingles .
The risk of getting Shingles begins to increase around the age of 50 . Anyone that age or older should get the vaccine , regardless of whether they recall having chickenpox . Studies show that 99 percent of individuals 40 and older have had chickenpox .
People who have already had Shingles can still receive the vaccine to prevent future occurrences of the disease . The vaccine reduces the risk of developing Shingles by more than 50 percent , and it reduces the risk of pain after the rash by 67 percent .
Due to order of USC Fire Marshal , no strollers are permitted .
CAMPBELLS RUN ROAD CLOSED FOR LANDSLIDE REPAIRS
The Allegheny County Department of Public Works announced that Campbells Run Road in Carnegie would be closed , effective July 27 , 2016 . The closure is required to remediate a landslide at the intersection of Campbells Run Road and Highland Avenue .
Traffic will be detoured using the Parkway West ( I-376 ), Rosslyn Road , and Baldwin Road . The project is scheduled to be completed in the spring of 2017 . The $ 1.1 million project is being done by Swank Construction Company of New Kensington .
HEALTH DEPARTMENT UNVEILS NEW PLACARDS
The Allegheny County Health Department ( ACHD ) has unveiled new placards that will be on display in food establishments in the county . The new design features a QR code , which provides a quick link that will allow consumers to use their personal digital device to view inspection reports right at the front door .
The Inspected & Permitted placard indicates that a food establishment has passed the mandatory inspection by the health department ’ s Food Safety Program and is permitted to operate .
The Consumer Alert placard serves as a notification to the public that conditions identified at the time of inspection may pose a health risk to the customer .
The Closed placards are posted for one of three reasons :
• Conditions identified at the time of inspection pose a serious health risk to the customer .
• A facility is operating without a valid health permit .
• Food safety conditions remain uncorrected after opportunity for a hearing or after the maximum days allowed to operate with a consumer alert have expired , which is 10 days .
“ At the Allegheny County Health Department , we take our responsibility to ensure safe eating establishments very seriously ,” said Director Dr . Karen Hacker . “ The updated placards will provide county residents with a clear and easy-to-read status of the facilities they ’ re considering when making dining choices , while also providing easy access to the reports behind each status . It is our hope that people will make healthy choices and live well !”
‘ JOY OF CHRISTMAS ’ CRAFT SHOW
Place : St . Louise de Marillac Parish Center & School , 320 McMurray Road , Upper St . Clair Date : Saturday , Nov . 19 Time : 9 a . m . to 3:30 p . m . 117 Artists & Crafters ( no home-party vendors ), bake sale , candy sale , Chinese auction , lunch and snacks available . Admission : $ 2
FRIENDS OF THE BRIDGEVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY LAUNCH NEW WEBSITE , EVENTS
The Friends of the Bridgeville Public Library recently launched a brand-new website — friendsofbpl . org , created and designed entirely by volunteer effort .
The new site allows people to learn about upcoming events , join the Friends email list and donate through PayPal .
Coming up this fall , the Friends have three events planned ...
Used Book Sale : Friday , Sept . 30 , and Saturday , Oct . 1 , from 10 a . m . to 5 p . m . at the library , 505 McMillen Street , 15017 .
Antiques Appraisal : Bring three of your oldest treasures for a morning of fun and education in this special Antiques Roadshowstyled program . An appraiser will let you know what your items are worth and share his knowledge regarding their histories . Registration required . Cost $ 5 / item . Limit : 20 participants . Nov . 5 , 10 a . m . to noon at the library , 505 McMillen Street , 15017 .
Festival of Trees : Come celebrate the season and vote on your favorite Christmas tree , decorated by local groups , individuals and vendors ! Dec . 3 and 4 from 10 a . m . to 5 p . m . Location : South Fayette Senior Center , 515 Millers Run Road , 15064 .
For more information on the Friends , go to friendsofbpl . org , where you can sign up and become a member , join the email list and find out how the Friends help support the library . Find them on Facebook at facebook . com / FOTBPL / and on Twitter @ FOBPL . n
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