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Friday, March 2
Welcome!
by
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on Fri 02 Mar 2007 06:51 PM EST
Welcome to the website for Lovinggood Middle School PTSA! The most recent items posted are listed below in reverse-chronological (most recent first) order. You can also browse the site using the calendar and folder views on the left side, as well as the archives by Month and Year. The Search box allows you to track down exactly what you’re looking for. If all else fails, send an email to webmaster@lovinggoodptsa.org and the Webmaster will try to help.
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Sunday, June 7
Lovinggood MS PTSA eNews - Rising 9th Graders, Little Hawks Cheer Camp
by
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on Sun 07 Jun 2009 09:40 PM EDT
Lovinggood PTSA eNews!  HawkFest 2009 Tuesday, August 4 Hillgrove Gymnasium Get your schedules, lockers, sign-up for clubs and teams, purchase spirit wear, pay class dues, buy vocabulary books, join PTSA, etc. 9th grade 5:00 p.m. (MUST meet in the auditorium first)
Reminder: If you are leaving Lovinggood and moving onto Hillgrove, you will want to sign up for the Hillgrove eNews at http://www.hillgrove.ptsamail.com/. Likewise, if it is time to come off the Lovinggood eNews list, then just hit the unsubcribe link a the very bottom of this email.
Hillgrove High School Little Hawks Cheer Camp July 20-23 6:00-8:00 p.m. $50.00 covers registration, T-shirt, and certificate! Do you want to learn more about cheerleading? Or do you want to improve your skills? On July 20-23, 2009 the Hillgrove Hawks Cheerleading Squads will hold a cheer camp for girls ages 4-13.
The Home of the Silver Hawks Lovinggood PTSA - Contact Us We respect your privacy and will not share any of your information with a third party. If you need to update a mailing or email address please contact us at: LMSPTSA@lovinggood.ptsamail.com
Sunday, May 31
Lovinggood MS PTSA eNews - Summer Update #1
by
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on Sun 31 May 2009 09:15 PM EDT
Lovinggood PTSA eNews! Summer Update #1 Lovinggood Parents, Thank you for another great year! Enjoy your summer break and please note the following information:  Summer Hours Effective June 1, 2009 7:30 A.M. to 5:30 P.M. Lunch 12:00 - 1:00 P.M. Monday through Thursday The office is closed on Fridays.  Records requests may be done between 7:30 A.M. and 11:30 A.M.  CRCT Individual Reports will be distributed beginning Tuesday, June 9 and ending Thursday, June 11. After June 11, parents may pick up reports at the beginning of school.  Office Closed June 29, 2009 to July 3, 2009  Support Lovinggood Students Lovinggood's Formula I team will attend a national competition in Denver, Colorado from June 28, 2009 to July 2, 2009. Team sponsors are Ethel Shockley and Jennifer Frisch. Good luck Formula I!  Katelyn Pope will be one of the featured bands during the Atlanta Braves Battle of the Bands. Performances will be held before and after the baseball game beginning at 11:30 A.M. Game time is 1:00 P.M. For discount ticket information, visit www.myspace.com/katelynpopemusic.  Summer Reading and Math Packets  New Student Registration July 21, 2009 9:00 - 11:30 A.M. and 1:00 - 3:00 P.M. Please share this with families new to the area.  6th Grade Preview Camps July 28 for students from Still and Dowell Elementaries July 29 for students from Kemp to Cheatham Hill. For more information, call Lovinggood at (678) 331-3015.  More information will be sent during the summer. Again, enjoy the break!!! Lovinggood Administration
The Home of the Silver Hawks Lovinggood PTSA - Contact Us We respect your privacy and will not share any of your information with a third party. If you need to update a mailing or email address please contact us at: LMSPTSA@lovinggood.ptsamail.com
Friday, May 22
Lovinggood MS PTSA eNews - Welcome to summer!
by
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on Fri 22 May 2009 06:33 PM EDT
Lovinggood PTSA eNews! Welcome to summer! We've come to the end of another great year at the Lovinggood... To all of 8th graders - Congratulations and Best Wishes for high school!  If you are moving on from Lovinggood Middle School and will no longer be in need of our eNews services, you may unsubscribe at any time by hitting the appropriate link at the bottom of any of our mailings.  If you will be remaining at LMS, then you can expect ocassional updates throughout the summer with school, CCSD and county information. As always, thank you for your support of Lovinggood and its PTSA! Lauren Wood-Viscardi PTSA eNews Administrator
The Home of the Silver Hawks Lovinggood PTSA - Contact Us We respect your privacy and will not share any of your information with a third party. If you need to update a mailing or email address please contact us at: LMSPTSA@lovinggood.ptsamail.com
Thursday, May 21
Lovinggood MS PTSA eNews - Baseball camps
by
WebWiz
on Thu 21 May 2009 11:09 PM EDT
Lovinggood PTSA eNews!  2009 Summer Baseball Camps The Hillgrove Baseball Staff would like to announce their 4th Annual Summer Baseball Camp. In addition to our Fundamentals Camp, we will also conduct a Pitcher / Catcher Camp this summer on June 1st & June 2nd for 3rd through 8th grade students. The Fundamentals Camp will be held Monday, June 22nd through Thursday, June 25th for Kindergarten through 8th graders at the Hillgrove Baseball Complex. Our Fundamentals Camp will focus on teaching the fundamentals in infield and outfield play, hitting, bunting, and baserunning. Anyone interested attending the Pitcher/Catcher Camp or Both Camps should send their camp application in to Head Coach David Richardson by Tuesday, May 26th. If you are interested in the Fundamentals Camp only, you should send your camp application in by Monday, June 15th. The number of applications received by these dates is very important in securing as many highly qualified instructors as possible. Also, T-shirts must be pre ordered. Therefore, only advanced applicants will receive a T-shirt. You may email Coach Richardson at david.richardson@cobbk12.org or call (678) 331 – 3961 ext 425 if you have further questions. For the complete flier with registration form, please visit the link below:
The Home of the Silver Hawks Lovinggood PTSA - Contact Us We respect your privacy and will not share any of your information with a third party. If you need to update a mailing or email address please contact us at: LMSPTSA@lovinggood.ptsamail.com
Wednesday, May 20
Lovinggood MS PTSA eNews - Girls & Boys Basketball camps, Lacrosse camp
by
WebWiz
on Wed 20 May 2009 10:34 PM EDT
Lovinggood PTSA eNews! Lady Hawks Basketball Camp Hillgrove High School Main Gym June 22-25th Grades 1-5 9:00-10:30 Grades 6-12 11:00-1:00 Cost: $50.00
 2009 Boys Basketball Camp
June 8-11
9:00am-12:00pm
Entering Grades 1-8
Cost $90.00 ($75.00 for each additional child in family)
 Hillgrove Lacrosse SUMMER CAMP 15-17 JUNE 2009 9:00 AM-12:00 PM HILLGROVE HIGH SCHOOL (LOWER FIELDS) Camp is open to grades 4th thru 8th to include rising 9th graders. PRICE – Before May 15th $100.00 PER CAMPER, $85 FOR ADDITIONAL CHILD After May 15th $125.00 PER CAMPER, $100 FOR ADDITIONAL CHILD Fee includes: Professional instruction provided by Trident Lacrosse, T-Shirt, Daily PowerAde and Water and Wednesday Pizza QUESTIONS CALL COACH RIGGINS 678-331-3961 ext 424 For your complete flier and registration form, please visit the link below:
The Home of the Silver Hawks Lovinggood PTSA - Contact Us We respect your privacy and will not share any of your information with a third party. If you need to update a mailing or email address please contact us at: LMSPTSA@lovinggood.ptsamail.com
Monday, May 18
Lovinggood MS PTSA eNews - 09-10 Volunteers needed, PENS Mtg.
by
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on Mon 18 May 2009 09:54 AM EDT
Lovinggood PTSA eNews! Calling for Volunteers for next School Year  6th Grade Coordinator we currently have one volunteer Valerie Bernstein 7th Grade Coordinator  Coordinator for Taste of Lovinggood Mrs. Scurry has put together an outline of all that needs to be done for the event.  Hospitality Chair Newsletter Editor   Red Ribbon Chair Thank you, PTA Board 
PENS program helps provide information and reduce crime 
To learn more about the Precinct 5 PENS Program, there will be a Meet and greet on:Wednesday, May 20, 2009 7:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. General purpose meeting room at Precinct Five
Just in case you didn’t know, Precinct Five is located at: 4640 Dallas Highway Powder Spring, GA (on the corner of Midway Rd)
Come meet the Precinct Five Command Staff and bring your questions regarding the program. If you have suggestions, bring those too. We look forward to seeing you! Please confirm via return mail so we can get some idea of how many folks to expect. Contact information is:
The Home of the Silver Hawks Lovinggood PTSA - Contact Us We respect your privacy and will not share any of your information with a third party. If you need to update a mailing or email address please contact us at: LMSPTSA@lovinggood.ptsamail.com
Wednesday, May 13
Lovinggood MS PTSA eNews - 8th Gr Dance tickets - Final day to buy tickets!
by
WebWiz
on Wed 13 May 2009 11:10 PM EDT
Lovinggood PTSA eNews! 8th Grade Dance: Final Date for Ticket Sales Thursday May 14th from 8:50 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. “A Red Carpet Event ”  8th Grade Dance May 15, 2009 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
The Home of the Silver Hawks Lovinggood PTSA - Contact Us We respect your privacy and will not share any of your information with a third party. If you need to update a mailing or email address please contact us at: LMSPTSA@lovinggood.ptsamail.com
Lovinggood MS PTSA eNews - Girls Lacrosse, Spring Football
by
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on Wed 13 May 2009 11:44 AM EDT
Lovinggood PTSA eNews!  Hillgrove Girls Lacrosse ClinicWho: Any girl 3rd – 8th grade What: Instruction on how to play lacrosse and how to pursue a healthy lifestyle When: Saturday, June 6th 9am – 1pm Where: Hillgrove lower practice fields Cost: FREE!!! How: Return the registration form below to: Hillgrove High School 4165 Luther Ward Rd. Powder Springs, Ga. 30127 Attn: Susan Milam
For your complete flier with registration form, please see the link below:
 SPRING FOOTBALL is HERE!Friday, May 15 at 6:00 p.m. come support our Hillgrove Hawks Football players as they play in the Annual Spring Crimson White game. A great game to see all the Hillgrove High School players in action. Be there at the HAWKS field to show your support! Saturday, May 16 starting at 10:00 a.m. our Middle School Hawks Football teams will be playing in the Annual Spring Jamboree. This will include the rising 6th, 7th, and 8th grade players helping build the Hawks Tradition! Football Parents: Parents we need your HELP. VOLUNTEERS are needed to ensure these activities can occur. Email Anthony Howells (Grid Iron Board contact for Football Concessions) at anthonyhowells2006@comcast.net to volunteer. Please give any time that you can as we appreciate all that you do for your children and school. At least one hour would work perfectly. Friday volunteer times begin at 5:00 - 8:30 p.m. Saturday volunteer time begins at 9:00 a.m. and last until 5:30 p.m. Thank you and GO HAWKS!!
The Home of the Silver Hawks Lovinggood PTSA - Contact Us We respect your privacy and will not share any of your information with a third party. If you need to update a mailing or email address please contact us at: LMSPTSA@lovinggood.ptsamail.com
Tuesday, May 12
Lovinggood MS PTSA eNews - Action alert
by
WebWiz
on Tue 12 May 2009 08:34 AM EDT
Lovinggood PTSA eNews! Farm to School Hearing with U.S. Senators Saxby Chambliss and Tom Harkin, Friday, May 15, at CDC Georgia Organics is asking that you join them on Friday, May 15, at the CDC for a public hearing on Farm to School projects, Healthy Eating, and Physical Activity for School Children. Georgia Organics would like you there to show Sen. Chambliss and Sen. Harkin that we want thriving Farm to School programs in Georgia. This hearing will be submitted to the official record for all Senate Agriculture Committee members to review. Sen. Chambliss (R-GA) and Sen. Harkin (D-IA) will both be in attendance. This a rare opportunity for the sustainable food and farms movement to show its support for getting local, fresh, and sustainably produced foods into school cafeterias across the state.
Witnesses will include representatives from:
For a primer on how Farm to School programs are connected to nutrition and agricultural policy, read this report. The Georgia Field Hearing is sponsored by the Senate Committee on Ag, Nutrition, and Forestry. Date: Friday, May 15, 2009
Time: 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.
Location: Roybal Campus of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Harkin Global Communication Center, Auditorium A
1600 Clifton Road, NE
Atlanta, GA 30329
Please Note: Bring identification and arrive early to allow plenty of time for parking.
The Home of the Silver Hawks Lovinggood PTSA - Contact Us We respect your privacy and will not share any of your information with a third party. If you need to update a mailing or email address please contact us at: LMSPTSA@lovinggood.ptsamail.com
Monday, May 11
Lovinggood MS PTSA eNews - 8th Gr book, 8th Gr Picnic, PENS Mtg.
by
WebWiz
on Mon 11 May 2009 10:31 PM EDT
Lovinggood PTSA eNews! Attention Rising 8th Graders!
Summer reading lists have been published, and among your summer assignments, all of you are required to read The Wave by Todd Strasser.
If you like to be prepared, come on into the Lovinggood PTSA School Store where this book is available now for purchase for just $6.50.
This is the last week for the Store, which will close for the school year on Friday, May 15. Store hours are 8:50 a.m. - 9:15 a.m. Checks made payable to Lovinggood PTSA are accepted for the amount of purchase.
8th Grade Picnic Thursday, May 14th, 1:00 to 4:00 Yearbooks will be sold this week for $45, cash only, Tuesday-Thursday. The 8th graders will receive their yearbooks at the picnic on Thursday, along with a sharpie for getting signatures. The kids can also bring their cameras. There will be lots of photo ops.  We're still looking for volunteers to help out with the picnic and would like to borrow any easy up tents that are available.
PENS program helps provide information and reduce crime Through an innovative program called Police Email Notification System, or PENS, many Cobb residents and business owners have worked with the police department to better their communities and prevent crime. More than two years ago, the east Cobb precinct was suffering a large number of car break-ins and a pilot email distribution list was developed to provide crime trends, crime prevention tips and current information. With the success and popularity of the program, it was expanded and established in all 5 Cobb police precincts. Each has its own Web site containing information specific to the area. The program focuses on informing and educating residents of actual crimes occurring and prevention techniques. For example, once the community began receiving information about possessions being stolen from unlocked cars and advice to remove valuables and lock doors, there was a 23 percent reduction in reported incidents. PENS also helps people communicate openly with police. Residents have helped police solve crimes and locate wanted individuals. Residents and business owners are encouraged to participate in PENS. In March, Senate Bill 26 passed and protects email addresses of PENS members from any Open Records requests by outside organizations wishing to obtain email distribution lists for purposes other than public safety. People signing up to participate in PENS will only receive information that pertains to public safety and awareness. To sign-up for PENS Bulletins and Alerts, visit cobbcounty.org/police, click on the link for Police Email Notification System and click "sign up for PENS Alerts." To learn more about the Precinct 5 PENS Program, there will be a Meet and greet on: Wednesday, May 20, 2009 7:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. General purpose meeting room at Precinct Five
Just in case you didn’t know, Precinct Five is located at: 4640 Dallas Highway Powder Spring, GA (on the corner of Midway Rd)
Come meet the Precinct Five Command Staff and bring your questions regarding the program. If you have suggestions, bring those too. We look forward to seeing you! Please confirm via return mail so we can get some idea of how many folks to expect. Contact information is:
The Home of the Silver Hawks Lovinggood PTSA - Contact Us We respect your privacy and will not share any of your information with a third party. If you need to update a mailing or email address please contact us at: LMSPTSA@lovinggood.ptsamail.com
Sunday, May 10
Lovinggood MS PTSA eNews - 8th Gr Dance tickets, 8th Gr Picnic, Thank yous
by
WebWiz
on Sun 10 May 2009 09:05 PM EDT
Lovinggood PTSA eNews! 8th Grade Dance: Dates Added for Ticket Sales Last Days for Ticket Sales: Tuesday and Wednesday May 12th and 13th from 8:50 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. “A Red Carpet Event ” 8th Grade Dance May 15, 2009 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Water donations and  VOLUNTEERS are needed 8th Grade Picnic Thursday, May 14, 2009 1:00- 4:00 p.m. LMS Front Field If you are interested in volunteering, please plan to arrive by noon and sign in at the Front desk. If you would like to donate in water, please send it to the PTSA Office. Your assistance is deeply appreciated!
The Lovinggood Faculty and Staff would like to thank PTSA and all of the parents who contributed food, flowers and other items for Teacher Appreciation Week. We were treated very well every day, which made us feel very special. We realize that parents are very busy, and we certainly thank those who were able to send items to school. We feel blessed and fortunate to be a part of such a thoughtful community. Thank you Teri Primiano, PTSA officers, and all of the volunteers. Your thoughtfulness will not be forgotten, and your generosity is appreciated.
Zinta Perkins
P.S. Happy Mother's Day to all of our moms!!! *************** Subj: Umbrellas and the lunches/desserts
I just wanted to make sure that you knew how much I appreciate the good food that was prepared for Teacher Appreciation Week. It was TOTALLY AWESOME! Please pass on my gratitude to all of the parents and PTSA members that helped with this. Thank you for the umbrella as well. It is a wonderful gift to receive. I truly appreciate everyone's thoughtfulness. Thank you again for EVERYTHING YOU ALL HAVE DONE THIS YEAR!
Julie Thayer
The Home of the Silver Hawks Lovinggood PTSA - Contact Us We respect your privacy and will not share any of your information with a third party. If you need to update a mailing or email address please contact us at: LMSPTSA@lovinggood.ptsamail.com
Monday, May 4
Lovinggood MS PTSA eNews - Volleyball Mtg., LMS has Talent!
by
WebWiz
on Mon 04 May 2009 11:11 AM EDT
Lovinggood PTSA eNews! Volleyball Booster Club Meeting Tuesday, May 5 7:00 p.m. Hillgrove Media Center There will be a volleyball booster club meeting on Tuesday, May 5 @ 7:00 p.m. in Hillgrove's Media Center. Interested athletes (rising 6th-12th grade) and parents should attend.
Lovinggood Has Talent Below are entries from Lovinggood Middle School to this year's Reflections competition. You will see that we have some very talented students in our halls. Represented below, we visual arts, literature and music. Enjoy!  
Katelyn's music is found at www.myspace.com/katelynpopemusic. Additionally, she is on the cover of Cobb Life magazine for May and has a feature article about her in it.
The Home of the Silver Hawks Lovinggood PTSA - Contact Us We respect your privacy and will not share any of your information with a third party. If you need to update a mailing or email address please contact us at: LMSPTSA@lovinggood.ptsamail.com
Saturday, May 2
Lovinggood MS PTSA eNews -5/4 Rock-a-thon needs rockers, PTA volunteers, LOTL Wrap up
by
WebWiz
on Sat 02 May 2009 10:01 PM EDT
Lovinggood PTSA eNews! Orchestra Rock-A-Thon - NEEDS ROCKERS! Our Rock-A-Thon is Monday, May 4th and I'm trying to round up enough rocking chairs for all the students who want to participate, but don't have a rocker. I still need 13 rockers!! If you have one that we can use, please let me know as soon as possible. If you can't get it here I will try to find someone who can pick it up. And if you can help with the chair pickups, please let me know that too! THANKS! Barbera Secrist, Director of Orchestras
Volunteers Needed for stuffing envelopes for reports cards Date: May 11 - 14 Time: 9:30 AM to 11:00 AM You can come for 30 minutes or stay the whole time All Help is Appreciated Please contact: Mrs. Toni Marshall PTA will be providing the stamps for the envelopes. We hope to ease some of the responsibility of wrapping up the school year. Have a great summer with your family. PTA BOARD
Lovinggood on the Lawn A HUGE success! FCA would like to thank everyone involved in making Lovinggood on the Lawn a huge success. The phrase “many hands make light work” was truly lived out from the beginning of the evening. We had more volunteers than we could count and everyone was willing to take on any task, no matter how great or small. People had a wonderful time fellowshipping with one another and enjoying the festivities. Mrs. Perkins was a great sport climbing into the dunk tank, as was Mr. Robinson and many of our FCA leaders. G od’s Warriors were outstanding as usual. Our speaker, Kevin Queen, brought a powerful message and a challenge to our guests. The most amazing part of the evening was when we received the weather report and learned strong winds and hail were in route to our school. Everyone chipped in and the entire field was dismantled, packed up, loaded and clean in 15 minutes. The FCA staff cannot thank the families of Lovinggood enough for rising to the call for assistance. While we missed out on the movie, Lovinggood on the Lawn was still a huge success. We’ll just have to save “The Climb” for next year. Thank you to everyone who came and helped make it a fun filled evening and may God bless you. The Lovinggood Middle School FCA Staff
The Home of the Silver Hawks Lovinggood PTSA - Contact Us We respect your privacy and will not share any of your information with a third party. If you need to update a mailing or email address please contact us at: LMSPTSA@lovinggood.ptsamail.com
Friday, May 1
Lovinggood MS PTSA eNews - Lovinggood on the Lawn is a GO Rain or Shine!
by
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on Fri 01 May 2009 02:57 PM EDT
Lovinggood PTSA eNews! Hey, Hey, it’s FCA! Lovinggood on the Lawn is still today! Either way, the Son will shine. Come on out, all will be fine! Whether outside or in At 6:00 p.m., the fun begins! Don’t be late It’s bound to be great! "Rain, rain Go away! Come again Another day!"
The Home of the Silver Hawks Lovinggood PTSA - Contact Us We respect your privacy and will not share any of your information with a third party. If you need to update a mailing or email address please contact us at: LMSPTSA@lovinggood.ptsamail.com
Lovinggood MS PTSA eNews - Swine Flu information from Cobb County
by
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on Fri 01 May 2009 10:06 AM EDT
Lovinggood PTSA eNews!  Swine Flu Information from Cobb County Below, is information on the Swine Flu provided by Cobb County. The information is being provided in Spanish as well. See Below English for Spanish information on swine flu Swine Influenza By Alianzas, a program of University of Missouri Extension and the University of Missouri - Kansas City Institute for Human Development. What is swine flu?
Swine Influenza (swine flu) is a respiratory disease of pigs, but swine flu viruses have been reported to spread from person-to-person. Some U.S. states have reported cases of swine flu infection in humans and cases have been reported internationally as well. Swine flu in humans can vary in severity from mild to severe. However, swine flu infection can be serious. What are the signs and symptoms of swine flu in people?
The symptoms include fever, cough, sore throat, body aches, headache, chills and fatigue. It might include diarrhea and vomiting. In children, emergency warning signs that need urgent medical attention include: - Fast breathing or trouble breathing
- Bluish skin color
- Not drinking enough fluids
- Not waking up or not interacting
- Being so irritable that the child does not want to be held
- Fever with a rash
In adults, emergency warning signs that need urgent medical attention include: - Difficulty breathing or shortness of breath
- Pain or pressure in the chest or abdomen
- Sudden dizziness
- Confusion
- Severe or persistent vomiting
How does swine flu spread?
There are two ways: · From infected pigs or surfaces that are contaminated with these germs. · From person to person, through coughing or sneezing of people with influenza. Are there medicines to treat swine flu?
Yes. CDC recommends the use of antiviral drugs that are prescription medicines. For treatment, antiviral drugs work best if started soon after getting sick (within 2 days of symptoms). If you are sick, limit your contact with other people as much as possible What can I do to protect myself from getting sick?
There is no vaccine available right now to protect against swine flu. Take these everyday steps to protect your health: - Cover your nose and mouth with a tissue when you cough or sneeze. Throw the tissue in the trash after you use it.
- Wash your hands often with soap and water, especially after you cough or sneeze. Alcohol-based hand cleaners are also effective.
- Avoid touching your eyes, nose or mouth. Germs spread this way.
- Try to avoid close contact with sick people.
Can I get swine influenza from eating or preparing pork?
No. Swine influenza viruses are not spread by food. Eating properly handled and cooked pork products is safe. (Cook to at least 160 degrees F or at least 72 degrees C internal temperature.) The source of this information is the Center for Disease Control and Prevention. For more information visit www.cdc.gov. SPANISH VERSION Aviso Público Acerca de la Influenza Porcina Presentado por Alianzas, un programa de la Universidad de Missouri Extension y el Instituto para el Desarrollo Humano de la Universidad de Missouri –Kansas City ¿Qué es la influenza porcina?
La influenza porcina (gripe porcina) es un tipo de influenza que afecta por lo general a los cerdos. En la actualidad, este virus se está transmitiendo de persona a persona. Se han reportado casos en personas en los EE. UU. y a nivel internacional. La influenza porcina en los seres humanos puede variar de leve a grave. Sin embargo, puede ser muy grave. ¿Cuáles son los signos y síntomas de la influenza porcina en las personas?
Los síntomas incluyen fiebre, tos, dolor de cabeza, dolor del cuerpo, escalofríos y cansancio. Puede haber diarrea y vómito. En los niños, los principales signos que requieren atención médica inmediata son: - Respiración agitada o dificultad para respirar.
- Color azulado en la piel.
- Que el niño no esté tomando suficientes líquidos.
- El niño no quiere despertarse ni interactuar con los otros.
- Que el niño esté tan molesto que no quiera que lo carguen.
- Fiebre con sarpullido.
En los adultos, los principales signos que requieren atención médica de emergencia son: - Dificultad para respirar o se queda sin aliento.
- Dolor o presión en el pecho o el abdomen.
- Mareo repentino.
- Confusión.
- Vómitos fuertes o constantes.
¿Cómo se contrae la influenza porcina?
Usted puede contraer la influenza porcina de dos maneras: ü Por el contacto con cerdos infectados o con superficies contaminadas con este virus. O ü A través del contacto con una persona infectada. Se cree que se transmite cuando alguien infectado tose o estornuda. ¿Hay medicamentos para tratar la influenza porcina?
Se recomiendan medicamentos antivirales que se expiden con receta médica. Los medicamentos son más eficaces si se inician dentro de los 2 días siguientes a la aparición de la enfermedad. Si está enfermo, se debe quedar en casa y evitar el contacto con otras personas. ¿Qué puedo hacer para evitar enfermarme?
En este momento no hay una vacuna. Pero hay medidas que usted puede tomar como por ejemplo: ü Cúbrase la boca y la nariz con un pañuelo desechable al toser o estornudar. Bote el pañuelo después de usarlo. ü Lávese las manos a menudo con agua y jabón, especialmente después de toser o estornudar. Los desinfectantes para manos a base de alcohol también son eficaces. ü Trate de no tocarse los ojos, la nariz ni la boca. Esta es la manera en que se propagan los gérmenes. ü Trate de evitar el contacto cercano con personas enfermas. ¿Me puede dar influenza porcina por comer o cocinar carne de cerdo? No. La influenza porcina no se encuentra en los alimentos. No hay riesgos si se come carne de cerdo y sus derivados que han sido manipulados y cocinados de manera adecuada. (72° C) Esta información es del Centro para el Control y la Prevención de Enfermedades del Departamento de Salud y Servicios Humanos. Para mayor información visite la pagina web www.cdc.gov Cobb County...Expect The Best
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