My mattress is damp. Can I save it?
Usually mattresses are discarded, but if the outside is only slightly damp, brush off surface soil and wipe with a clean cloth dipped in diluted alcohol (one cup denatured or rubbing alcohol to one cup water) to discourage mildew.
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EGYPT, Miss. -- On hot days, Robert Thompson’s beef cows used to retreat to a cluster of trees in the middle of his pasture for shade.
STARKVILLE, Miss. -- After natural disasters, food and shelter are prioritized well above mental health, but ignoring emotional distress can lead to serious physical health conditions.
STARKVILLE, Miss. -- A Mississippi State University Extension program coordinator will serve as chair of the Extension Disaster Education Network, EDEN, for a two-year term.
