Spring is a great time to give your kitchen a good cleaning and dispose of foods in the refrigerator and pantry that are beyond their use by date or have spoiled. For tips visit: https://www.eatright.org/homefoodsafety/four-steps/wash/spring-cleaning-101

FY 2019 Replacement of Sangamon County Animal Control and Adoption Center Kennel System Sangamon County, IL is accepting proposals for demolition, installation and materials for the replacement of the kennel system at the Sangamon County Animal Control and Adoption Center. Please contact Greg Largent at 217-535-3065, email at greg.largent@co.sangamon.il.us or visit www.scdph.org for a copy of the Request for Proposal (closes 4:00 p.m., CST Thursday May 30th, 2019).

The Illinois Department of Public Health has identified five Salmonella cases that are a match to a multistate outbreak strain of Salmonella Carrau. Information collected to date indicates that pre-cut melons distributed by Caito Foods, LLC could be contaminated with Salmonella and could make people sick. For the full statement click here: https://scdph.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/20190412_IDPH_Health-Alert-Salmonell.pdf. For a full list of Illinois stores where these products have been sold click here: https://scdph.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/Illinois-Store-List.pdf.

Anyone can get an infection, and almost any infection can lead to sepsis. However, adults 65 and older are at higher risk. Educating yourself and your loved ones is the first step in prevention. http://bit.ly/2VrD5zy

Bike riding is a great way to get exercise and fresh air and share time as a family. But before you and the kids rush out and start pedaling, there's an important factor that you need to consider — safety. Click here for more information: #catsafe-play" target="_blank">http://kidshealth.org/en/parents/bike-safety.html?WT.ac=ctg#catsafe-play