Based on the latest testing reported on September 13th, 2024, COVID-19 activity level is at "Very High" activity levels in our wastewater in Minnesota.
A massive cucumber recall is sweeping the nation. A Salmonella outbreak amongst two growers have gotten people sick in several states including Iowa, Illinois and Wisconsin.
162 people have reported illness and 54 have been hospitalized in 25 states due to salmonella outbreaks. The FDA has teamed up with the CDC and are working to verify the cause but the common factor seems to be cucumbers.
I can remember, as a kid, getting my shot for measles, mumps, and rubella. I can still remember walking into the old police department in Williston and getting that shot because my arm hurt for weeks after. I am thankful my parents made that decision because I didn't catch any of these infections...