Date: Tuesday, May 29th, 2012
Source: Texas AgriLife Extension Service
Whooping cough, which is also known as Pertussis, is a highly contagious respiratory infection caused by a bacteria. Whooping cough is a very serious disease and can cause permanent disability and even death to infants.
Date: Wednesday, June 8th, 2011
Source: eXtension
Fact sheets and guides to help you prepare and recover financially from a disaster such as a tornado, flood or hurricane.
Date: Monday, April 4th, 2011
Source: USDA, National EDEN
With the growing U.S. concern for radioactive materials being released in Japan, USDA Emergency Preparedness and Response has posted a Radiation Safety web page. The page is anchored by Secretary Vilsack’s March 18 statement and continues to be updated with information from multiple sources including FDA, NOAA, DOE, CDC, EPA and others.
View USDA Radiation Safety Page
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EDEN Radiological Team Gears Up
EDEN formed a radiological team in the fall of 2010 to examine radiological issues and provide EDEN with guidance and information toward helping Extension prepare to be a resource during events involving release of nuclear material.
View Full Article on National EDEN
Radiation Basics on the National EDEN Blog
Radiation Fact Sheet (.docx)
Date: Tuesday, March 2nd, 2010
Source: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA)
Lightning is one of the most underrated severe weather hazards, yet ranks as one of the top weather killers in the United States.
Lightning strikes in America kill about 58 people and injure hundreds of others each year.
Date: Tuesday, May 19th, 2009
Source: U.S. Small Business Administration
Whether you rent or own your own home, own your own business, or own a small agricultural cooperative located in a declared disaster area, and are the victim of a disaster, you may be eligible for financial assistance from the U. S. Small Business Administration (SBA).
Date: Saturday, November 29th, 2008
Source(s): Texas Department of Agriculture
Lists contact information for agencies and organizations participating in Hurricane Ike disaster recovery.
