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NEW THIS WEEK: Pennsylvania Says It Doesn't Track Dozens of Zika Cases by
County
Pennsylvania Department of Health (DOH) says it doesn't track the 74 cases of confirmed
infections or the 97 that are pending test results by county, although the state Department
of Environmental Protection (DEP) says there has been two imported cases since early this
month in Chester County, in addition to at least one other reported by the county in June.
We do not have Zika cases by county, according to the department's Assistant Press
Secretary Wes Culp, in response to an E-Update query about two news releases issued by
the DEP that noted the Chester County cases. There was no reply as to the reason for such
lack of information by press time.
The Department of Health takes Zika virus cases very seriously and we are working with
the CDC (federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention) to monitor this situation,
Culp said. Keeping the residents of the commonwealth safe and healthy is our top
priority, adding there have been no local transmissions of Zika in Pennsylvania to date.
The DEP reported that 26 Pennsylvania counties, primarily in southern and eastern regions,
have active surveillance sites for albopictus mosquitoes, commonly known as Asian Tiger
mosquitoes, with collections in Lancaster, Montgomery and Delaware counties having more
than two dozen female Aedes albopictus per trapping event, recognized as pest levels, in a
single week in July.
However, no specimens of Aedes aegypti, the primary carrier of Zika in South America,
were discovered, according to DEP.
The department release for Southeastern Pennsylvania counties is available at
www.ahs.dep.pa.gov/NewsRoomPublic/articleviewer.aspx?id=21038&typeid=1, with the
South Central Pennsylvania report at
www.ahs.dep.pa.gov/NewsRoomPublic/articleviewer.aspx?id=21038&typeid=1. Chester
County's June news release is at www.chesco.org/DocumentCenter/View/34192 and the
state's current status report, as of Monday, August 15, is at www.health.pa.gov/My
%20Health/Diseases%20and%20Conditions/UZ/Zikavirus/Pages/ZikaVirusHomePage.aspx#.V7SG361Yzv_.
Zika Virus Now Draws Travel Advisory in U.S.; Free Zika Virus Prevention Kits
Being Distributed in Area
The Zika virus, that can result in birth deformities, has now drawn nine travel, testing and
other recommendations from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) for
both men and women who traveled to or lived in parts of the Miami area since June 15.
The alert currently centers on a Miami neighborhood where several Zika infections were
recently confirmed, the first identified from mosquitoes in the United States. Previous U.S.
cases were identified as emanating from virus contacts outside the country.
Further information is available at www.cdc.gov/media/releases/2016/p0801-zika-travelguidance.html.
As previously reported, Zika Prevention Kits for pregnant women are being distributed by
the Pennsylvania Department Health through 10 locations in our reporting area, included in
the region of the state identified as the most susceptible for transmissions of the virus.
In announcing the initiative, state Health Secretary Dr. Karen Murphy said that while Zika
is spread primarily by mosquitoes that are infected with the virus, it also can spread
through sexual contact with individuals who have the disease.
Because Zika poses serious health risks for babies born to women who contracted the virus
during pregnancy, the kits include health education materials and prevention tools to avoid
mosquito bites and sexual transmission of the disease to pregnant women. Using the
products in the Zika Prevention Kit can help protect you and your loved ones from the
virus," she said.
Additional information is available at
www.ahs.dep.pa.gov/NewsRoomPublic/articleviewer.aspx?id=21007&typeid=1, with a list of
distribution centers at www.health.pa.gov/My%20Health/Diseases%20and
%20Conditions/U-Z/Zikavirus/Pages/ZikaPreventionKits.aspx#.V4fq-6JYxLM.
An earlier report from the federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) that
shows counties in Pennsylvania that are most susceptible to having mosquitoes carrying the
disease, along with other Zika information, is available at
www.cdc.gov/chikungunya/resources/vector-control.html., with Pennsylvania's response
plan to the virus iat www.media.pa.gov/Pages/Health-Details.aspx?newsid=307.
NEW THIS WEEK: Chesco Introduces Operation Fraud Guard Property Protection
The Chester County Recorder of Deeds office has enacted an enhanced review of real estate
transactions to protect the elderly and disabled persons from property fraud
Recorder Rick Loughery says the process will include reviewing some documents, specifically
transfers of title using a power of attorney, with the office notifying landholders and law
enforcement of the transactions if something appears suspicious.
The action supplements the Fraud Guard online alert service that has been available through
the Recorders office since 2012, whereby a county property owner can receive email alerts
when any document with his or her name has been recorded with the department.
Further information is available at www.chesco.org/recorder or (610) 344-6330.
NEW LAST WEEK: Drug Overdose Deaths Surge in Most Area Counties Last Year
Over 660 drug overdose deaths have been reported in Chester and adjoining counties last
year, as state-wide numbers surged 30 percent over the year before, although all but
Delaware County are below she state-wide average.
In reports from the Pennsylvania Coroners Association, Chester County had the largest
reported increase between 2014 and last year, from 82 to 131, or 59.8 percent; Lancaster
56 to 80 or 42.9 percent; Delaware, 149 to 208 (39.6 percent); and Berks, 64 to 69 (7.8
percent). Montgomery was at 174 in 2015, with no report the prior year.
PennLive notes in a story on the report at
www.pennlive.com/news/2016/08/heroin_pennsylvania_painkiller.html#incart_river_index
that ".... saving someone with naloxone, now commonly used by police to reverse
overdoses, but not providing substantial follow up 'is probably just changing the date of
death.' "
Last year's full report, for comparison, is available at
www.pacoroners.org/Uploads/Pennsylvania_State_Coroners_Association_Drug_Report_2014
.pdf. This year's full report hasn't yet been posted as of this writing.
NEW LAST WEEK: Free Worksite Wellness Offered by Chester County Health
Chester County Health Department is offering to guide county businesses in development
and implementation of effective employee wellness programs.
Funded through a Pennsylvania Department of Health Preventive Health and Health Services
Block Grant, the free service can assist in creation of a wellness action plan specific to a
businesss employee profile; coordinate elements of a wellness program including biometric
screenings, massage therapy, on-site healthy cooking demonstrations, raised garden beds
and education on health topics such as cholesterol management and sleep hygiene; lend
technical assistance to implement wellness programs; and assess the extent to which a
businesss current wellness program has implemented evidence-based health promotion
strategies, officials said.
They added that such effort is one of the most effective ways a business can help
employees adopt healthier lifestyles while decreasing health care costs, rates of
absenteeism and worksite stress.
Further information is available from Elizabeth Herzberger, county public health educator at
eherzberger@chesco.org or (610) 344-5205.
NEW LAST WEEK: Area Counties Among State's Tops for Incoming Business
PennLive is reporting that three area counties are among the top 10 in Pennsylvania when it
comes to incoming business investment over a three year period.
Lancaster County was reported in sixth place, Chester eighth and Montgomery 10th.
Further information is at
http://www.pennlive.com/news/2016/08/pa_counties_with_fastest_busin.html#0.
NEW LAST WEEK: PennDOT Seeks Safety Input Through Tuesday, August 23
Pennsylvania Department of Transportation, (PennDOT) is seeking motorist input on
highway safety, traffic safety enforcement and driving behaviors through an online survey
that focuses on highway safety issues such as seat belts, impaired driving, speeding,
motorcycles and distracted driving.
Last year, over 850 individuals responded, with notable results being that in the previous
60 days, nearly 77 percent of respondents said they had not driven a motor vehicle within
two hours after consuming alcoholic beverages and 86 percent indicating they always used
a seat belt.
Relating to motorcycles, 88 percent of respondents reported they always wear helmets or
other protective gear, an increase from 78 percent in 2014, and in regard to .texting or
emailing while driving, 90 percent said they never or rarely text message or email while
driving, an increase from 87 percent in 2014.
UPDATED THIS WEEK: Church Schedules Free Help Grieving Children Seminar Monday, August 15
Calvary Fellowship of Downingtown will host a non-denominational Help Grieving Children
seminar from 6:45 p.m. to 9 p.m. on August 15 in the church education wing, rear parking
lot, at 95 West Devon Drive at Route 113 in Exton/Lionville.
The grief session, for parents, grandparents, family members, Sunday School and other
educators, caregivers and others, will explore how children grieve the loss of a loved one,
and other losses such as parent divorce, loss of a friend, moving, differently than adults and
how it is different at different age levels. The GriefShare DVD/discussion is designed to
assist participants in helping children process grief so negative impacts aren't carried into
teen and adult years.
The single session workshop will precede a full 13-week GriefShare series for adults who
have lost a loved one due to death, even years later, that the church hosts three times a
year and a similar Fall and Spring DivorceCare series, both of which will start Monday,
September 12, as part of its Care Mondays outreach.
Further information and required registration for materials allocatdion are available at
care@cfdowningtown or Casey Jones, a care ministries facilitator, at bps461@msn.com or
(610) 707-1494.
USDA says the program is important because children who miss school breakfast and lunch
are more likely to be sick, absent or tardy, disruptive in class, and inattentive. They also
score lower on achievement tests. Good nutrition is essential for learning in school. SFSP
provides an opportunity to continue a child's physical and social development while
providing nutritious meals during long vacation periods from school. It helps children return
to school ready to learn.
Information about SFSP is available at www.fns.usda.gov/sfsp/frequently-asked-questions?
utm_campaign=%2B+Benefits
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searchable database with arrows providing information on differing hours, meals and dates
at various sites at www.fns.usda.gov/summerfoodrocks?utm_campaign=%2B+Benefits
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Chester County Faith Community Health Ministry Network meets from 4 p.m. to
5:15 p.m., on the first Thursday of each month, from September through June to exchange
information on promotion of holistic health within faith congregations and communities and
to develop additional faith community nurses, also known as parish nurses. Further
information is available from Joan Holliday at dochollisv@aol.com or (610) 717-2180.
Kennett Area Bridging the Community meets at 7 p.m. on the second Wednesdays of
January, March, May, July, September and November at various community locations with
any interested individual or organization welcome to attend and share information on
resources and needs that can build "bridges" toward a more integrated Kennett area
community. Additional information is available from Joan Holliday at dochollisv@aol.com or
(610) 717-2180. Minutes from prior meetings are available at
www.bridgingcommunity.com/bridging.php.
Coatesville Area Resource Network (CARN) meets from 9:30 to 11 a.m. on the third
Wednesday of the month, except August and December, in the fourth floor conference room
at Brandywine Health Center at 744 East Lincoln Highway, Coatesville. Representatives of
community organizations hear presentations from various services providers, discuss ways
to develop effective systems of care, help identify solutions to specific issues, and exchange
information about current and upcoming activities. Further information is available from
Kathryn Spurlock at ccch@comcast.net or at (610) 380-7111 x16.
Chester County Family and Community Partnership meets from 10 a.m. to noon on
the first Friday of February, April, June, August, October and December at the Government
Services Center, 601 Westtown Road, West Chester. The group is a diverse partnership of
individuals, families, community organizations, service agencies, businesses and funders
committed to empowering individuals and families in living self-sufficient, productive and
fulfilling lives. Additional information is available from Kathy Brauner at
kbrauner@chesco.org or (610) 344-5262.
Communities That Care (CTC) groups in several Chester County school districts provide
networking opportunities for community organizations and individuals that use a planning
and mobilization model to promote healthy youth development and prevent and reduce
negative youth health and behavior issues that may include substance abuse, delinquency,
teen pregnancy, school drop-out, and violence.
West Chester CTC meets from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., on the second Thursday of
each month of the school year at the West Chester Area School District Spellman
Administrative Building, 829 Paoli Pike, West Chester. On September 8, Leigh Ann
Ranieri, director of pupil services for West Chester Area School District will present
Pennsylvania Youth Survey (PAYS) results for the district. Lunch is provided by
reserving at rsvp@wcctc.org or (610) 359-5817.
Downingtown Area CTC meets from 12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. the third Tuesday of
the month from September through May. Further information and registration are
available at dtownctc@umly.org or (610) 458-9090 x2827.
UPDATED THIS WEEK: Support Groups for Unemployed and Underemployed Ongoing
Several networking/support groups (open to everyone) are available at area churches for
persons who are unemployed or unemployed, with each providing its own variety of specific
services in support of those who attend:
Malvern Penn State Great Valleys Alumni Association and My Career Transitions
(MCT), an all-volunteer job counseling group, meets from 9:45 a.m. to 11:45 a.m.
the second Saturday of the month, except August and December, in 130 Main
Building, Penn State Great Valley, 30 East Swedesford Road, Malvern, preceded by a
new member orientation at 8:30 a.m. Further information and required registration
are available at http://mycareertransitions.com/new/?q=upcoming-meetings.
West Chester Unemployment support group meets bi-weekly from 5:45 p.m. to
7:30 p.m. at First Presbyterian Church, 130 West Miner Street, West Chester, to
learn tips and techniques related to job searches. Further information is available
from Elisabeth Hartwell at ehartwell@firstpreswc.com, at (610) 696-0554.
West Chester BarnabasWC group meets from 6:30 a.m. to 7:30 a.m. Mondays,
except holidays, in the Community Room, Providence Church, 430 Hannum Avenue,
West Chester. Further information is available at www.barnabaswc.org or
info@barnabaswc.org.
Six Area Affiliates of 's People meet during the month:
Berwyn/Main Line - 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. on the first and third Thursdays at the
Hagenbach Room, St. Monicas Church, 635 First Avenue. Further information is
available from Bob Schubert at bobschubertjr@aim.com or (610) 755-2398.
Central Delco Groups at three locations in Central Delaware County now
coordinate meetings in Media and Upper Darby at 7 p.m. on the first three Tuesdays
of the month. First Tuesday: St. Francis Room at St. Mary Magdalen Church,
2400 North Providence Road, Media, with further information at
smmemploy@gmail.com or (610) 873-7117. Second Tuesday: St. Laurence
Church Parish Hall - Rear Entrance, 8245 West Chester Pike, Upper Darby. On
August 9, Dan Willard, chapter leader of Joseph's People at Aldan Union Church, will
discuss Spirituality's Role in Your Job Search. Third Tuesday: Hassler Chapel,
Media Presbyterian Church, 30 East Baltimore Pike, Media, with further information
Report Says Some Area For-Profit Hospitals Low on Charity Care for the Poor
The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette is reporting that some area for-profit hospitals having been
doing even less charity care for the poor in recent years than Pennsylvania's already low
standing by percentage among the nation's hospitals.
The report is available at www.post-gazette.com/news/health/2016/07/31/Pennsylvaniahospitals-lag-other-states-in-share-of-care-for-the-poor/stories/201605040198?
utm_source=newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_content=editors-picks-newsfrontpage&utm_campaign=Headlines-Newsletter, with an interactive map of results from all
hospitals in the state at http://newsinteractive.post-gazette.com/hospital_data.
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Lancaster County Closes Abruptly, May Be Absorbed
LancasterOnline is reporting that Big Brothers Big Sisters (BB/BS) of Lancaster County has
run out of money and is closing abruptly, with operations possibly being picked up by Big
Brothers Big Sisters of the Capital Region.
United Way of Lancaster County pulled BB/BS funding of $124,456 in 2014 to none in 2015
when United Way shifted focus to funding multi-agency approaches for solving community
needs. Although BB/BS reportedly was able to continue operations last year, it wasn't
envisioning being able to grow operations as a single entity.
Further information is available at www.lancasteronline.com/news/local/lack-of-moneyends-big-brothers-big-sisters-of-lancaster/article_f79cc5a8-5899-11e6-ad1b4f6841a0021a.html#utm_source=lancasteronline.com&utm_campaign=%2Fnewsletters
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LancasterOnline made the projections after the Commission's action and report of future
financial impacts, including those associated with rebuilding and widening of 28 miles of
road from two to three lanes in each direction between Morgantown and Valley Forge by
2023.
Further information on the analysis is available at http://lancasteronline.com/news/local/tocross-pa-on-the-turnpike-it-s-possible-by/article_2d9be5d4-501c-11e6-81cc439e7e7ee217.html.
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