The WA Health Department warns of Legionnaires’ disease risk while gardening this spring, emphasizing the importance of safety measures like wearing a mask when handling potting mix or compost. Legionnaires’ disease is caused by bacteria in contaminated soil, and symptoms include fever, cough, and muscle aches. Gardeners are advised to take precautions to reduce the risk of infection.
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At least 20 killed in Russian missile strike: Ukraine
At least 20 people have died in a Russian missile strike on the Ukrainian city of Sumy, according to acting mayor Artem Kobzar. Ukrainian officials, including Andriy Yermak, the president's chief of staff, condemned the attack as targeting civilians, coinciding with U.S. envoy Steve Witkoff's recent discussions in Moscow regarding peace efforts. This incident follows Russia's ongoing full-scale invasion of Ukraine, which began in February 2022, amidst accusations from both sides of violating a U.S.-brokered...
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