SUMMARY: As autumn approaches, deer activity increases on Mississippi roads, prompting the Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) to urge motorists to be cautious. Recent statistics show a rise in deer-vehicle collisions, with 4,333 reported in 2023, an 8.1% increase from the previous year. MDOT Executive Director Brad White emphasizes the importance of alertness, particularly during dawn and dusk when deer are most active. Key safety tips include avoiding distractions, braking firmly if a deer appears, and staying vigilant in areas where deer are known to roam. Motorists should prioritize safety by wearing seat belts and driving responsibly.

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SUMMARY: The University of Mississippi Medical Center (UMMC) has been chosen by the National Institutes of Health to lead a new community-based research hub named SEACHANGE, aimed at addressing health disparities. Dr. Caroline Compretta will oversee this initiative, which will receive $6.9 million over five years. The collaborative involves seven universities from Louisiana, Mississippi, and Alabama, focusing on chronic diseases’ interconnectedness and upstream causes. It aims to actively engage communities in the research process and improve health outcomes. The hub will partner with the ComPASS initiative to build capacity for community-led health equity projects, emphasizing community involvement and effective research methodologies.

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SUMMARY: Mississippi State (1-4, 0-2 SEC) faces No. 5 Georgia (4-1, 2-1) on Saturday at 4:15 p.m. ET. Georgia aims to build on their recent 31-13 victory over Auburn after a loss at Alabama. Mississippi State, seeking to end a four-game losing streak, is coming off a 56-7 win against Eastern Kentucky. Key players include MSU QB Michael Van Buren and Georgia WRs Dominic Lovett and Arian Smith. The Bulldogs are historically challenged against Georgia, trailing 20-6 in their all-time series, with their last win in Athens occurring in 2010.

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