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Why Precautions Are Vital in Preventing Mosquito-borne Diseases

August 8, 2014

Escambia County, Florida – A local resident was infected of mosquito-borne diseases, both dengue and chikungunya fever, confirmed by the Escambia County Department of Health. Viral Infection In a press release issued recently, the Escambia County Department of Health confirmed that a resident suffered from two viral infections namely the chikungunya fever and dengue fever.

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Why Home-Packed Lunch Fails to Meet NSLP Standards

August 8, 2014

Boston, Massachusetts – New study reveals that home-packed lunch does not meet National School Lunch Program standards. Home-Packed Lunch The new study revealed that most of the kids’ home-packed lunches fail to meet the National School Lunch Program (NSLP) standards of nutrition. Based on the research, only 27% of the third and fourth graders’s home-packed

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Why Health Care Overhaul Needed in the VA Department

August 7, 2014

Washington, D.C. – The House of Representatives approves a health care overhaul, helping veterans avoid long hours of waiting period. Veterans Affairs Department The Veterans Affairs (VA) Department has been overwhelmed with clients every single day, for so many years now. Hence, the House of Representatives has called for a health care overhaul in order

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Ongoing Clinical Trial for the Potential Treatment of Preeclampsia

August 7, 2014

Birmingham, Alabama – A potential treatment of preeclampsia now on its way, advanced drug trial begins. The Role of UAB The University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) plays a significant role in the entire discovery of treatment. It has conducted an advanced drug trial to find a potential treatment for the deadly pregnancy complication called

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Health Office Releases Safety Warnings for ATV Risks and E. Coli Prevention

August 6, 2014

Edmonton, Alberta – The Alberta Health Services (AHS) offers safety warnings to prevent injuries and illnesses from All-Terrain Vehicle (ATV) use and from Escherichia Coli (E. Coli) bacteria. Risks of ATV on Children Health officials offered safety warnings in addressing the risks associated with the use of ATVs. AHS official said that children aged 16

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Hawaiian Health Center Gets $250K Behavioral Health Services Funding

August 6, 2014

Hawaii, USA – A Hawaiian health facility gets a $250,000 funding from Affordable Care Act for its behavioral health services. Affordable Care Act The United States Health and Human Services (HHS) department granted the West Hawaii Community Health Center Inc. a $250,000 funding for its behavioral health services. The funding was in relation to the

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Gluten-Free Labels on Product Packages to Take Effect Soon

August 5, 2014

Boston, Massachusetts – Gluten-free labels on products to take effect in accordance with consumer regulations. Gluten-free Labels Product packages must include gluten-free labels starting Friday, based on consumer regulations. An expert on gluten disorders said such rule is a major milestone, considering people suffering from celiac disease. A gluten-free diet is very crucial to those

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Canadian Health Products Manufacturer Acquires West Seneca Industrial Buildings

August 5, 2014

Ontario, Canada – A pair of West Seneca industrial buildings was acquired by a Canadian health products manufacturer. The property was used as a warehouse facility and an urgent care clinic by Excellus Health Plan, mother company of Univera Healthcare. Property Acquisition The Reena Group Companies, a natural health products manufacturer in Scarborough, Ontario acquired

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Campbell County Health Office – New Drop-off Site for Unused Medication Donations

August 4, 2014

Campbell County, Wyoming – The Campbell County Public Health officially becomes an active site for unused medication donations. Prescription Medication Normally, prescription medications that are necessary for treatment are very costly. Those without health care insurance strive hard in obtaining such medication or struggling to pay for urgent care clinic services due to financial constraints.

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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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