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ALZHEIMER’S News:CDC Offers Tips To Prevent Type 2 Diabetes In Children
Courtesy imagePeople who are overweight—especially if they have excess belly fat—are more likely
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AA News:Tips For A Healthy School Year
From American Academy of Pediatrics
Making the First Day Easier
If your child seems nervous, remind him or her that there are probably a lot of students who are uneasy about the first day of school. This may be at any age. Teachers know that students are nervous and will make an extra effort to make sure everyone feels as comfortable as possible.
Point out the positive aspects of starting school to create positive anticipation about the first day. Your child will see old friends and meet new ones. Refresh his or her positive memories about previous years, when he or she may have returned home after the Read More
Seven Things You May Not Know About Women’s Health
CDC News:
You may be surprised to learn about some health issues that affect millions of women or girls each year.
Learn about some of them and what you can do:
1. Asthma occurs more often in women than men. Older adults, women, and African Americans are more likely to die due to asthma.[5.42 MB]
Women with asthma should always try to avoid asthma triggers. Known asthma triggers include but are not limited to outdoor air pollution, mold, and tobacco smoke.
Work with your doctor to develop an asthma action plan that will help you take your medications correctly and avoid your asthma triggers.
2. Heavy Read More
Mosquitoes Capable Of Transmitting Zika Virus Found In New Mexico
NMDOH News:
- Best Way to Prevent Zika Virus is to Prevent Mosquito Bites
The New Mexico Department of Health (NMDOH) and New Mexico State University (NMSU) announced this week that Aedes aegypti, has been identified in Otero and Hidalgo Counties. This is the first time a species of mosquito that can transmit Zika virus has been found in this part of the state. There have been no identified human cases of Zika virus in either county to date.
Zika virus can be transmitted to people primarily through the bite of an infected Aedes species mosquito. The mosquitoes become infected when they feed on a person Read More
United Way of Northern New Mexico Hosts Mental Health First Aid Training For Public Safety
UWNNM News:
As a part of the United Way of Northern New Mexico’s Behavioral Health(y) Community Initiative, United Way of Northern New Mexico hosted a training, facilitated New Mexico State Police Sergeant Kiersten Harzewski for local law enforcement and public safety officials.
“United Way continues to look for ways to help our communities by providing services and resources pertaining to mental and behavioral health,” said Kristy Ortega, Executive Director of United Way of Northern New Mexico. “Our hope is to do 1-2 of these training’s per year for Read More
Study: 2017’s Best & Worst States For Health Care
WALLETHUB News:In order to determine where Americans receive the highest-quality services at the best prices, WalletHub’s analysts compared the 50 states and the District of Columbia across 35 key measures of health care cost, accessibility and outcome. The data set ranges from
DEA Proposes Reduction To Amount Of Controlled Substances Manufactured In 2018
Acting Administrator Chuck Rosenberg
DEA News:
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration is proposing a reduction for controlled substances that may be manufactured in the U.S. next year by 20 percent as compared to 2017, per the proposed notice being published in the Federal Register Aug. 7, 2017 and available for public inspection today.
The DEA has proposed to reduce more commonly prescribed schedule II opioid painkillers, including oxycodone, hydrocodone, oxymorphone, hydromorphone, morphine, codeine, meperidine and fentanyl. Demand Read More
Protect Yourself And Family From Mosquito Bites
CDC News:
Use Insect Repellent
Use Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)-registered insect repellents with one of the active ingredients at right. When used as directed, EPA-registered insect repellents are proven safe and effective, even for pregnant and breastfeeding women.
Tips for Everyone
- Always follow the product label instructions.
- Reapply insect repellent as directed.
- Do not spray repellent on the skin under clothing.
- If you are also using sunscreen, apply sunscreen first and insect repellent second.
Tips for Babies & Children
- Always follow instructions when applying
Udall, Rounds, Heinrich: Bipartisan Bill Allows Military Women To Count Maternity Leave Toward Years Of Service
U.S. SENATE News:Royal Manticoran Navy Raises Funds For Cancer Treatment Of Youngest Midshipman Elijah Dimas
Elijah Dimas of Santa Fe, the RMN’s youngest midshipman, is battleing cancer. Courtesy photoCommunity News:
Elijah Dimas (HMS Implacable the Sante Fe chapter of The Royal Manticoran Navy, the Official Honor Harrington Fan Club) is the RMN’s youngest midshipman. Elijah is 9 years old, entering fifth grade grade, and fond of math, science and especially art.
He is an avid fan of science-fiction (especially David Weber’s Honor Harrington series), Pokémon, and the Oakland Raiders. He loves elephants, ventriloquism, jokes, the colors green and yellow, and he particularly Read More
Scenes From Battle Of The Badges Blood Drive
Donors wait their turn Thursday at the Battle of the Badges Blood Drive at Immaculate Heart of Mary Parish Hall. The blood drive continues 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. today. Photo by Maire O’Neill/ladailypost.com
Los Alamos Volunteer Association member Florence Riebe volunteers at the Battle of the Badges Blood Drive. Photo by Maire O’Neill/ladailypost.com
Los Alamos Volunteer Association member Nancy Kurnath makes sandwiches for donors and United Blood Services staff at the blood drive. Photo by Maire O’Neill/ladailypost.com
United Blood Services donor recruiter Monica Read More
Protect Yourself From Dangers Of Skin Cancer
Be safe in the sun!. Courtesy photoCDC News:
Skin cancer is the most common cancer in the United States, and includes different types. Exposure to ultraviolet (UV) rays causes most cases of melanoma, the deadliest kind of skin cancer. To lower your skin cancer risk, protect your skin from the sun and avoid indoor tanning.
Sun Safety Tips
Plan your sun protection using these tips—
- Seek shade, especially during midday hours.
- Cover up with clothing to protect exposed skin.
- Wear a hat with a wide brim to shade the face, head, ears, and neck.
- Wear sunglasses that wrap around and block as close to
Shari Mills And Granddaughter Maddy Donate For ‘The Blue Side’ In Battle Of The Badges Blood Drive!
Maddy Early, who just graduated from Chugiak High School in Eagle River, Alaska accompanied her grandmother Shari Mills of White Rock today to give blood in the Battle of the Badges Blood Drive at Immaculate Heart of Mary Parish Hall. ‘Of course, we donated for the blue side … law enforcement!’ said Mills, a former police detective. The drive continues 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday and donors can signify their preferance for law enforcement or the fire department in this good-natured competition for an important and worthy cause. Photo by Shari Mills
‘Find the hero in you’ … community members can donate Read More
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U.S. SENATE News:Chiefs Voice Support For Battle Of Badges Blood Drive
In a joint statement today, Los Alamos Police Chief Dino Sgambellone and Fire Chief Troy Hughes encouraged the community to support the 2nd Annual Battle of the Badges blood drive.
The drive is at the Immaculate Heart of Mary Parish Hall, 3700 Canyon Road in Los Alamos:
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Noon to 6 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 3; and
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10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday, Aug. 4.
“Personnel from our two departments will attend the event and donate blood which will be used to save the lives of patients at medical facilities throughout our area,” the statement Read More
