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Hispanic Heritage Month is Sept. 15 to Oct. 15.
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Why celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month?

September 30th, 2019
By Ricardo A Vela
The purpose of Hispanic Heritage Month (September 15October 15) is to recognize the contributions and vital presence of Hispanic and Latino Americans in the United States.
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Dan Gold - Unsplash. Photo of vegetable and meat kebobs on a grill.
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Summer safety tips

July 1st, 2019
By Rose M Hayden-Smith
Happy Fourth of July! It's time to get the barbecue grilling and the pool party started. To keep your summer healthy and fun, UC ANR offers some important safety tips. Food poisoning is a serious health threat in the United States, especially during the hot summer months.
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