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Health Corner: Flu and Cold Season with Dr. Marcus Wilson
SUMMARY: Today's health corner features Dr. Marcus Wilson from Memorial Health Systems discussing how to prevent getting sick during the winter months. He discusses flu cases and the importance of getting the flu shot. He emphasizes good hygiene, frequent hand washing, and the flu shot as preventative measures. Protection against the flu is important in high-risk populations, including the elderly, young children, and pregnant women. He suggests that getting the flu shot at the beginning of the flu season is most effective and shares symptoms and treatment tips for preventing the spread of the flu.
The CDC says flu levels continue to rise as we're in the winter months.
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New parking garage could solve parking woes at Memorial Hospital
SUMMARY: Memorial Hospital in Gulfport is facing a parking issue for its workers and patients. Coast Transit Authority is stepping in with a solution – a parking garage that would double the capacity of the existing lot. The garage will have 520 spaces, a pedestrian bridge to the hospital, and eliminate the need to cross a busy street. The $24 million project will be partially funded by the hospital with hopes for the rest to come from a US Department of Transportation grant. CTA is also planning to build a new bus hub to expand services. Grant recipients will be announced in June.
Memorial Hospital could be getting a new parking garage to alleviate the parking issues that both workers and patients face on a daily basis.
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Mississippi Export Railroad holds Gold Spike Ceremony to celebrate opening of Mark B. Miller Rail…
SUMMARY: A new rail car repair shop is coming to Jackson County, Mississippi, called the Mark B Miller rail car repair shop. Every 5 to 10 years, rail cars need a major inspection and overhaul to ensure their safety. This new facility will specialize in tank car cleaning and qualification, bringing new business and growth to the area. The shop is named after former Vice President of Operations Mark Miller, who served for 22 years. The project received funding from the Mississippi State Legislature and Cooperative Energy. The new facility is expected to create 35 full-time jobs within five years and will service rail cars from various companies.
The brand new Mark B. Miller Railcar Repair Shop will service customers, specializing in tank car cleaning and qualification, bringing new business and growth.
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TONIGHT: Drew Brees speaks at William Carey scholarship dinner
SUMMARY: Tonight, Saints legend Drew Brees is appearing at the Mississippi Coast Convention Center for William KY University's scholarship dinner. Brees will be speaking about his career and leadership principles, along with inspiring attendees. The event will also feature Sarah Thomas, a Pascagoula native and the first woman to officiate an NFL game. The stage is being set for an evening of inspiration. The scholarship dinner starts at 7:00, with coverage on WXXV news at 9 and 10.
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