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California Children with Mental Health Issues Largely Untreated

August 4, 2014

San Francisco, California – UCLA researchers report that a significant number of California children with mental health issues are left untreated. Access to Treatment The study conducted at the Univeristy of California at Los Angeles (UCLA) indicated that only quarter of the 300,000 of California children with mental health issues receive treatment properly. Children with

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A Group of Army Deployed to Handle Mental Health Disorders Abroad

August 3, 2014

Indianapolis, Indiana – Indiana Army all set to leave for Kuwait to help those with mental health disorders. Prepared for Departure The Indiana unit’s flag was safely packed in a gray bag, symbolizing the army’s deployment. It was momentous for the soldiers who will depart for Kuwait, as their friends and families surround them. The

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Woman Faces Court Charges Due to Stealing Prescription Narcotics

August 3, 2014

Pittsford, New York – A medical technician was charged of pill theft, pleaded not guilty after allegations of stealing prescription narcotics from Pittsford residents. Theft Allegations Deborah Cleveland, 42 and a resident of Rochester was a previous medical technician in an assisted living facility. On Thursday, she pleaded not guilty to pill theft chargesat the

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USDA Grants $155K to Polk School Nutrition Program

August 1, 2014

Polk County, Georgia – The nutrition program of Polk School District receives a $155,749 grant from the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA). Purpose of USDA Grant The grant from the USDA will be used by the Polk School District (PSD) in funding varieties of fruits and vegetables. The elementary students will take part in

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School Officials Distribute Healthier Cafeteria Food to Meet Stricter Nutrition Mandates

July 31, 2014

Boston, Massachusetts – School lunchroom managers gave out samples consisting of pre-sliced vegetable packets, bean burgers, and peanut butter substitutes, in an effort to meet stricter nutrition mandates. Sampled Offerings School officials from around the United States gave out sample offerings in a school cafeteria. The samples consisted of pre-sliced vegetable packets, bean burgers, and

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Mental Health Experts Call for Police Force Reduction

July 30, 2014

Toronto, Canada – Mental health experts expect a police force reduction, reports to provoke real change and better police training. A Shooting Incident Toronto police officer James Forcillo allegedly shot 18-year-old Sammy Yatim on July 23, 2013. The fatality alarmed the entire nation as the video of the incident was posted online by a bystander.

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Health Canada’s NHPD Approves Kane Biotech’s Dermatological Care Products for Human Use

July 29, 2014

Winnipeg, Manitoba – Kane Biotech Inc. announces the approval of dermatological care products (known as DispersinB) for human consumption. Approval obtained from the Natural Health Products Directorate (NHPD) of Health Canada. Overview of Kane Biotech Inc. Primarily, Kane Biotech Inc. is a biotechnology company. It is engaged in developing and commercializing products that prevent and

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Bovine and Canine Validation Studies Resulting in Medical and Pharmaceutical Applications

July 28, 2014

Keego Harbor, Michigan – Health Enhancement Products Inc. announces a credit facility increase to $6 million to fund bovine and canine validation studies. Health Enhancement Products, Inc. The Health Enhancement Products, Incorporated (HEPI) is a Michigan-based innovative biotech firm. Recently, its primary lender has increased the credit facility to $6 million for the said company.

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ADHD in Children Linked to Smoking During Pregnancy

July 27, 2014

Aarhus, Denmark – New research claims that ADHD in children could be caused by smoking while mothers are conceiving. Hazards During Pregnancy New research claims, although does not prove yet that smoking during pregnancy increases the risk of Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) development in children. ADHD in children could also be caused by other nicotine-replacement products

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Proper Disposal of Unused Medications and Expired Drugs

July 26, 2014

Evanston, Illinois – The City’s 4th annual Recycling Fair and Equipment Display encourage the community to responsibly dispose their unused medications and prescription drugs. Full Support The NorthShore University HealthSystem, Stericycle and the Evanston Police Department have shown full support to the responsible disposal of unused prescriptions and expired over-the-counter (OTC) drugs in the city’s

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Why First Responders Need Adequate Mental Health Support

July 25, 2014

Toronto, Canada – The community seeks for adequate mental health support for all first responders. Traumatic Rescue Operations Jim Harris is a member of the paramedic team. As he responds to emergency calls, Harris says that he often sees people going through the “worst day of their life.” Harris was a paramedic for two decades,

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Supporters Fight for a Durham-Based Mental Health Care Facility for Children

July 24, 2014

Durham, North Carolina – Supporters gathered to fight for the Durham-based school that provides children with mental health care as the Wright School faces the threat of closure once again. Cost-Cutting Proposal The budget negotiations in the North Carolina (NC) senate includes the cost-cutting proposal for the Wright School. However, one of the NC house

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