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May 13, 2010

In Harlem, a Minister Serves Those Who No Longer Can

In Harlem, a Minister Serves Those Who No Longer Can
The Rev. Olevia Stewart-Smith lends support to the sick and shut-in ministers and elders of the Baptist Ministers’ Conference.

Quebec man dies after H1N1 infection

Quebec man dies after H1N1 infection
A Quebec man who recently returned from a trip to Cuba has died after contracting the H1N1 virus.

School Nurses Given A Day Of Appreciation

School Nurses Given A Day Of Appreciation
If your child gets sick at school, or needs medication during the day, it’s nice to know certified nurses at school can care for them. That’s why today is “National School Nurse Day.”

Sales tax will be on November ballot

Sales tax will be on November ballot
MONMOUTH — On Tuesday, the Monmouth-Roseville school district voted unanimously to petition the Warren County Board to put a 1 percent sales tax referendum on the November ballot.

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May 13, 2010

Pollution on rise, vehicles to blame

Pollution on rise, vehicles to blame
India’s growing obsession with vehicles and failure to develop roads has increased air pollution in most cities, the country’s pollution watchdog has revealed, reports Chetan Chauhan .

Accidents sound alarm for high school track and field safety

Accidents sound alarm for high school track and field safety
A Camp Verde mom wants track athletes and coaches to pay closer attention to their surroundings after her son was struck in the head by a shot put in practice.

Clinical Trials Update: May 11, 2010

Clinical Trials Update: May 11, 2010
(HealthDay News) — Here are the latest clinical trials, courtesy of ClinicalConnection.com:

Pediatrician offers tips for healthy kids

Pediatrician offers tips for healthy kids
Older children and teenagers spend an average of five and a half hours a day using the computer, playing video games, or watching television, DVDs or videos. Many children do not get enough physical activity and they have a regular diet of high-calorie fast foods and sweets. All these factors, as well as genetics, psychological issues, socioeconomic background and family choices, add up to put …

Low vitamin D tied to depression in older people

Low vitamin D tied to depression in older people
NEW YORK (Reuters Health) – Older men and women with lower levels of vitamin D in their blood are more prone to become depressed over time, new research shows.

Report: 2.6 million area residents at risk of being denied health insurance

Report: 2.6 million area residents at risk of being denied health insurance
An estimated 2.6 million people in Virginia, Maryland and the District have diagnosed preexisting medical conditions that could put them at risk of being denied insurance coverage if they try to buy it on their own, according to a reports released Tuesday. Insurance – Health insurance – United States – Health – Business