Spring is in the air! Just like flowers pop up from the ground, news continues to pop up in MCN inboxes. Here are the five articles and resources we have, sprouted and ready to share, with you this week.

Roxana P. offered this resource from Breakthrough T1D, an organization which provides information on Type 1 Diabetes and management, as well as resource guides, community support, and more. Breakthrough T1D 

Claire provided this article from Reuters, detailing the USDA’s plan to reduce the spread of bird flu, including a budget for providing free biosecurity audits to farms and increasing the import of eggs to help decrease prices. US Will Spend Up to $1 Billion to Combat Bird Flu, USDA Secretary Says 

Amy shared this piece about veterinarian Eric Knock, from NIOSH AgFF’s Telling the Story Project. Knock’s story, regarding the severe injuries he sustained in a cattle squeeze chute, reiterates the need for awareness when working with potentially hazardous machinery.  Eric | Telling the Story Project 

Noel sent in this article from MSN, regarding Robert F. Kennedy’s recent endorsement of the measles vaccine, following news of the outbreak in Texas. RFK Jr. Calls Measles Outbreak a 'Call to Action,' Urges People Get Vaccinated

Weekly Win: We love when celebrities and philanthropists step up to the plate to help their communities thrive! "Everyone is worthy of access to quality health care, no matter where you live or if you have insurance," said Michael Jordan. Novant Health and Michael Jordan Expand Vital Community Clinic Model to Wilmington

On Saturday, March 8th, the Ventanilla de Salud will be hosting the monthly virtual Charla Entre Mujeres. This event will feature guest speaker, the Honorable Paloma Villaseñor, Consul of Mexico for Del Rio, TX. Join VdS in celebrating International Women’s Day by registering here.

Have a safe and healthy weekend!