Tag Archives: Health

Health officials warn against inundating hospitals with flu complaints

If you think you have the flu, call your doctor first before you rush to the emergency room or the doctor’s office, state health officials are warning. Denver-area hospitals are seeing an influx of emergency room visits by people who … Continue reading

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Us Health care System is so Great?

Whenever conservatives start telling me what a great healthcare system we have, I say, “Yes, and we make very nice yachts, too. What’s your point?” Because what earthly difference does it make to you when you’re priced out of that … Continue reading

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“Summer Strategies: Health Care and a Helping Hand from Second Career”

If you complaint about finding a new job this is something you can think about Canada is on the cusp of a major change. The first wave of our country’s aging baby boomers is about to turn 65. With this … Continue reading

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A PRICE WORTH PAYING?

The hazards of pesticide use are now widely recognized, although statistics are hard to gather. The World Health Organization estimates that at least three million people are poisoned by pesticides every year and more than 200,000 die. It is estimated … Continue reading

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SAVING MONEY : How To Shop Wisely at the Supermarket !

Make a grocery shopping list, scour the edges of the supermarket for the healthiest, freshest foods and look for treats and snacks, too, especially from bulk-bin displays. Shopping for bargains and nutrition aren’t mutually exclusive, says Chris Wellington, a dietitian … Continue reading

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County health officials examines complaint about Boca Raton water

The Palm Beach County Health Department is investigating assertions that low water pressure in the city could have compromised water supplies In response, health officials on Feb. 20 requested the city submit water pressure data for 21 days in 2007 … Continue reading

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Noise Complaints

Noise can seriously disrupt peoples’ live, causing loss of sleep, interference to activities and emotional stress. Fortunately, most complaints can be resolved between neighbours though a direct approach, however, if this is not successful Council’s Environmental Health Officers or local … Continue reading

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‘Brain waste’

When Arlyn Chow moved to Canada from the Philippines seven years ago, her dream was to work as a nurse, as she had for four years back home. No one told her she would need an 18-month program at Mohawk … Continue reading

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IT’S NOT FUNNY

On July 17th, 2007, the City of Rye Building Department inspector, Vincent Tamburro, Ron Gatto, Westchester’s lead investigator on The Westchester County Environmental Enforcement Unit and The Westchester County Health Department Sanitarian, Matthew Smith conducted an inspection/investigation on Hen Island. … Continue reading

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