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Month: May 2018

One dead in E. coli outbreak; source of romaine still a mystery

One person has died in the E. coli outbreak linked to romaine lettuce. There are now 121 confirmed cases across 25 states. Investigators continue to look for the source of […]

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Barnstable County Cooperative Extension awarded $985,000 in collaboration with Woods Hole Sea Grant

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: May 2, 2018 Media Contact: Michael Maguire, Cape Cod Cooperative Extension Director | Phone: 508-375-6701 | Email: mmaguire@capecod.gov Barnstable County Cooperative Extension awarded $985,000 over a 4-year […]

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Shining a Light on Sun Safety in the Workplace

Before heading to the beach or the pool, you likely consider items to bring to protect you from the sun. But what about when you’re heading to work? Skin cancer […]

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Illnesses from Mosquito, Tick, and Flea Bites Increasing in the US

Illnesses from mosquito, tick, and flea bites have tripled in the U.S., with more than 640,000 cases reported during the 13 years from 2004 through 2016.  Nine new germs spread […]

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For Immediate Release: Cape Cod Celebrates Bay State Bike Week

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – May 1, 2018 INFORMATION FROM THE CAPE COD COMMISSION | BARNSTABLE COUNTY Media Contacts: Lev Malakhoff, Senior Transportation Engineer | Cape Cod Commission | 508-362-3828 Kristen […]

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