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Mosquito Problems after a Storm
(2008-08-05)
Areas flooded after a severe storm are prone to mosquito problems. Several mosquito species are a danger to humans because of the diseases they transmit. This publication explains the symptoms of dengue fever, West Nile ...
Consumer's Guide: Preventing Food-borne Illness
(2008-12-22)
By following a few simple measures, you can help protect yourself and your family from food-borne illness caused by harmful bacteria.
Reducing Your Risk of Foodborne Illness at Home
(2008-12-17)
Help prevent foodborne illness by making smart food-safety choices from market to table. Buy, store, prepare, and serve foods following these simple steps of safe food handling.
Onsite Wastewater Treatment Systems: Responding to Power Outages and Floods
(2008-10-23)
People and the environment can be harmed if a home's onsite wastewater treatment system does not work properly after a flood or power outage. This publication explains the steps to take after such an event to get the system ...
Prevent the Spread of Zoonotic Diseases
(2008-11-10)
This small-format (4 1/4 x 5 1/2) 4-fold brochure provides details about six major ways to prevent the spread of zoonotic diseases among animals and people. Written for a general audience, it makes a great handout for youth ...
Reducing Your Risk of Foodborne Illness at Home (Spanish)
(2008-12-17)
Help prevent foodborne illness by making smart food-safety choices from market to table. Buy, store, prepare, and serve foods following these simple steps of safe food handling.
Controlling Bats in Urban Areas
(2008-04-15)
Most species of bats found in Texas are of some economic importance and are beneficial because they eat insects. This publication discusses the characteristics and control of bats. Some safety considerations for handling ...
Snakes and Their Control
(2008-04-15)
Many kinds of snakes live in Texas, but only a few are poisonous. This leaflet focuses on the control of poisonous snakes by altering their habitats, fencing, trapping, poisoning and shooting.
Drinking Water Problems: Nitrates
(2008-03-28)
High levels of nitrates in drinking water can be harmful for very young infants and susceptible adults. This publication explains how people are exposed to nitrates, what health effects are caused by them in drinking water ...
Onsite Wastewater Treatment Systems: Graywater Safety
(2008-10-23)
Homeowners who use graywater to water their lawns need to understand the risks and safety issues associated with this practice. This publication discusses the constituents of graywater; their potential effects on human, ...