Severe storms including tornadoes resulted in damage, injuries and 11 deaths in the South and Midwest on Friday March 31-Saturday April 1. AEP Ohio has issued the following reminders on safety precautions:
"We strongly encourage customers with life-supporting medical equipment to have a backup power source and an alternate plan in the event of a power outage.
"As we get ready for the latest incoming weather, you too can prepare yourself and your loved ones by following these tips:
Due to the weather forecast calling for high winds and rain, the Village Of Beaverdam Easter Egg Hunt will be moved to 3:00 p.m. on Sunday, April 2 at Village Park.
Organizers noted, "We want to keep everyone safe. Sorry for any inconvenience this may cause.”
By Ankit Modh, MD
Radiation Oncology, The Armes Family Cancer Care Center
As a board-certified radiation oncologist, I've noticed a concerning trend in my patients–an increase in head and neck cancers caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV) in middle-aged men. While traditionally head and neck cancers were linked to heavy tobacco and alcohol use, we are now seeing a shift in the causes of these cancers, with HPV becoming a leading cause.
