Allegheny County . Please call 412.578.8060 for the most up-to-date information about this program .
For more information on Influenza , visit www . achd . net / flu .
ACHD OFFERS TIPS FOR PROTECTION AGAINST CARBON MONOXIDE
As another heating season begins , the Allegheny County Health Department reminds residents of the danger of carbon monoxide poisoning .
Carbon monoxide is an odorless , colorless and tasteless gas that is the byproduct of incomplete combustion of a fuel . Hundreds of people die each year nationwide from accidental carbon monoxide poisoning , but most deaths could be prevented through greater awareness and education .
ACHD strongly encourages the use of carbon monoxide detectors . They are extremely helpful and can be purchased at most stores that carry home supplies . They can be lifesavers ; however , detectors are no substitute for regular furnace maintenance .
Carbon monoxide poisoning may include any of the following symptoms : headaches ,
dizziness , weakness , nausea , rapid heartbeat , loss of hearing , blurry vision , vomiting , disorientation , seizures , loss of consciousness , coma , respiratory failure and cardiac arrest . Anyone who believes they are experiencing these symptoms due to carbon monoxide poisoning should leave the premises and immediately call 911 .
Everyone is at risk , but individuals with health problems such as heart or lung diseases , the elderly , infants , children and pregnant women are especially vulnerable .
For a free educational brochure in regards to the dangers of carbon monoxide , visit achd . net / injury / pubs / pdf / CO _ Update . pdf .
SOUTH FAYETTE / BRIDGEVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY STAR WARS PARTY
Are you aligned with the First Order or are you with the Resistance ? If you love everything Star Wars , the South Fayette Library and the Bridgeville Library are teaming up again to host a Star Wars Party . We have invited Storm Troopers from the 501st Division to attend . The party will run from 1 to 3 p . m . at the Bridgeville Library , 505 McMillen Street , on Dec . 16 . We will have movies , games , crafts , munchies and costumed staff ! Come hang out with the best Star Wars fans in the Galaxy ! Wear your costume or just come as you are ! n
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