Holland America Line Wins Nine Porthole Readers' Choice Awards Nov 20, 2009
The onboard medical center accommodates most emergencies and routine medical procedures and is staffed by two to four registered nurses, a crew physician and the ship's doctor -- all certified in advanced cardiac life support. For additional information, consult a professional travel agent, call 1-877-SAIL HAL (877-724-5425) or visit. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Boy killed in hallway of high school; student arrested Nov 20, 2009
"This incident highlights the need to complete the school mapping project, which provides law enforcement with the tools they need to react swiftly and effectively to school emergencies.". Tacoma resident Vonitha Carter, 40, made the 911 call that led police to the suspect. (Yahoo News -- School Violence)
Avoiding Panic in Pandemics Nov 20, 2009
19, 2009) Public health officials walking a tightrope between massive demand for vaccines and intense public scrutiny of side effects now have a new standard for evaluating the safety of their vaccination programs. Widespread concern about the 'swine flu' is prompting H1N1 vaccination programs in many countries -- seldom seen on such a massive scale. (Science Daily)
Safety already on Olympia agenda Nov 20, 2009
The difficulty in preparing for emergencies is that different schools have different security needs. While urban schools can count on a quick police response, for example, rural schools might have to wait up to 45 minutes for law enforcement to arrive. (Yahoo News -- School Violence)
ACT Alert: Support to people affected by landslide, Tanzania Nov 19, 2009
ACT is a global alliance of churches and related agencies working to save lives and support communities in emergencies worldwide. The ACT Coordinating Office is based with the World Council of Churches (WCC) and The Lutheran World Federation (LWF) in Switzerland. (AlertNet)
COLUMN: When the refrigerator keeps you awake, you just need a new attitude Nov 19, 2009
I opted to do it for a cushion against unforeseen emergencies, since I d never owned a home before and I like to be prepared. About two months later, Congress made that tax credit non-repayable essentially, a cash payment for those who buy a home for the first time. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Health bill won't fix it Nov 19, 2009
Nationwide, only 13% of ER visits are emergencies. Medi-Cal is the biggest abuser of non-emergency visits and they use an ER far more than the uninsured not for lack of clinics in the Valley. (Fresno Bee -- Opinion)
Click to read:The Dumb Things You Do With Your Money Nov 19, 2009
You might argue that you need those savings for emergencies. And you do need some emergency savings, allows Frank C. Presson III, a financial planner in Tucson, Ariz. (CBS News)
Seabrook Station to conduct siren demonstration Nov 18, 2009
The Massachusetts Emergency Management Agency is the state agency responsible for coordinating federal, state, local, voluntary and private resources during emergencies and disasters in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. MEMA provides leadership to develop plans for effective response to all hazards, disasters or threats; train emergency personnel to protect the public; provide information to the citizenry and assist individuals, families, businesses and communities to mitigate against, prepare... (Georgetown Record, MA)
Leo Osgood, basketball star, MIT coach, and dean; at 63 Nov 18, 2009
For 12 years, he was the dean-on-call, helping students work through academic and personal emergencies. Mr. Osgood was also instrumental in the development of the minority student body and staff at MIT. He was appointed director of MIT s Office of Minority Education in 1995. (Boston Globe)
Hospital drama Nov 18, 2009
However, the drama isn't limited to medical emergencies. There is a very serious side to these programmes and the influence they can have on the viewing public. (BBC News -- UK)
Teacher furlough fix may require change in law Nov 18, 2009
The law creating the fund allows the Legislature to use the money on public health, safety, welfare and education; to provide stimulus programs during an economic downturn; and to respond to disasters and other emergencies. Lawmakers took $8 million from the fund last session for adult mental health services and $14 million for public hospitals at the Hawai'i Health Systems Corp. But lawmakers declined requests from social-service providers to use the fund to help shield the poor from budget... (Honolulu Advertiser)
Firefighters train for test of the best Nov 18, 2009
"We have a very physically demanding business and we encourage all of our firefighters to eat the proper foods and get the proper exercise so they can be safe when they go to emergencies and perform effectively," Tauber said ... In Volusia County, the lifesavers focus on competitions that test their physical strength, speed and rescue abilities in simulated fire emergencies. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
Packing Diabetes Supplies for a Hol... Nov 18, 2009
This makes diabetes management much, much easier and helps prevent diabetic emergencies. The copyright of the article Packing Diabetes Supplies for a Holiday in is owned by. (Suite101.com)
Plan may cut Hawaii school furloughs Nov 17, 2009
The proposal would drain most of the $60 million left in the rainy day fund, which is built from the state's share of a settlement with the tobacco industry over the health-related costs of smoking and is only supposed to be used in emergencies. It is unclear to what extent the Hawaii Government Employees Association which represents school principals and education officers and has a contract that includes furloughs or the United Public Workers, which represents school custodians and is... (Honolulu Advertiser)
Beacon Hill Roll Call: Nov. 9-13 Nov 17, 2009
REGULATE UTILITY COMPANIES DURING EMERGENCIES (H 4329): House 155-0, 35-0, approved and Gov. Deval Patrick signed into law a bill imposing new regulations on public utility companies. The measure requires the companies to adequately prepare for and respond to power emergencies and imposes hefty fines on companies that do not cooperate. (Malden Observer, MA)
Charleston firefighters' equipment adds more life support services Nov 17, 2009
This includes cardiac monitoring, advanced airway opening procedures, intravenous therapy, and medication administration to stabilize heart attacks, allergic reactions, strokes, and other medical emergencies. Firefighter-paramedic Matt MacDonald said the truck already offered basic life support equipment, such as external defibrillators, as well as equipment for rescues from fires, damaged cars, confined spaces, water, and high places. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Timbuktu terror? Nov 17, 2009
These days the lorry drivers carry satellite phones for emergencies. And now of course, it's not just lorries criss-crossing the Sahara. (BBC News -- Africa)
VDOT prepared for snow, ice Nov 17, 2009
For more information about Virginia's efforts to prepare for winter weather and other emergencies, visit. The National Weather Service, Virginia Department of Emergency Management, Virginia Department of Social Services and other state agencies have created the "Ready Virginia" resource to provide residents and visitors with a one-stop shop for emergency-preparedness tips and information. (Chatham Star Tribune, VA)
Washington County Emergency Medical Services Nov 17, 2009
Responded to 24 medical emergencies. Made eight emergency out-of-county transfers, and two local non-emergency transfers. (Brenham Banner, TX)
At your service Nov 16, 2009
American Red Cross: Provides blood supply to almost half the nation, aids in relief to disaster victims and helps people prevent, prepare for and respond to emergencies ... Palm Coast Volunteer Fire Rescue Inc.: Supports Palm Coast firefighters in their daily emergencies. (Daytona Beach News Journal -- Local)
Natick woman working to train Natick's youth sports coaches in first aid Nov 16, 2009
Dr. Ken Lawson, Signature Healthcare Brockton Hospital s chief of emergency medicine, said that the youth athletic first responder program he started two years ago has trained 500 coaches in CPR, defibrillators, and sports-related emergencies. It s so incredibly easy that it s a sin we don t have it in every single town for every single sports program, said Lawson. (Boston Globe)
Aiding animals in need Nov 16, 2009
"The Companion Animal Grant will enhance the abilities of the partners to respond to emergencies that threaten the well being of not only our citizens, but also companion animals their pets," said Terence Ryan, director of Emergency Management at the Albany County Sheriff's Office. Schenectady also got $44,600 to start an Explosive Detection Canine Program. (Albany Times Union)
In demanding times, employees must give more Nov 16, 2009
But what about emergencies ... " Says work-life coach Ramon Wallace, "While employees don't expect work to intrude on their personal time, they expect our employers to allow emergencies -- 'Hey boss, my car went into the ditch, I have to wait for the tow truck' or 'My child may have swine flu, I have to go now and won't be back for at least a week' without the emergency being held against them. (Anchorage Daily News)
Fashion's list-maker creates one for your holiday Nov 15, 2009
She has multiple lists for each of her roles in life, for big milestones such as weddings and buying a home, and for emergencies, including hurricanes and biological attacks. Tahari's lists are mostly for her personal use, but sometimes others in her inner circle seek her out for this skill, and now Simon ter has published Tahari's first book, "Lists for Life: The Essential Guide for Getting Organized and Tackling Tough To-Dos.". (The Augusta Chronicle)
Give 1 euro to beat hunger - WFP appeal Nov 15, 2009
Sheeran said the WFP faced "a year of tough choices" as drought in the Horn of Africa, floods in the Philippines and conflict in northern Pakistan stretched its ability to cope with emergencies ... "The problem at the moment is that WFP probably has 10 or 12 acute emergencies on its hands, each one complex, each one with its own compelling situation and none that can really afford to be neglected," Sheeran said. (AlertNet)
Exercise at Modesto airport will test emergency readiness Nov 15, 2009
Public safety officials will be conducting a training exercise Wednesday at the Modesto airport to ensure their preparedness in handling emergencies. The training exercise will be held from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., in the airport area southwest of Tioga Drive at South Conejo Avenue, according to a city news release. (Modesto Bee, CA)
Corporate Business Travel Insurance... Nov 15, 2009
Business travelers should look into travel insurance in the event of flight cancellations, itinerary changes or for medical emergencies. Sources: Ana Gonzalez Ribeiro, The Basics of Travel Insurance. (Suite101.com)
Involve more Women in Climatic Change Process - Abantu for Dev. Nov 15, 2009
He explained that women were the most vulnerable to environmental changes or emergencies and they suffered a lot with their children when disaster strikes. When it comes to prolonged drought periods or flood which usually result in the shortage of food and fuel wood, it is mostly the woman who spend most of her time roaming the patched or soggy fields looking for the necessities of life for the sustenance of the family. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Balloon Boy Parents Plead Guilty Nov 14, 2009
Lane said he would fight any effort to recoup costs, adding authorities have yet to show the chase diverted from other emergencies. "A bunch of cops chasing a balloon instead of sitting around is not a restitution case," he said. (CBS News)
Wilkin has increase in child protection cases Nov 14, 2009
The one-time funding helps families cover unexpected housing foreclosures, utility shut offs and other emergencies. From Jan. 1 to Sept. 30, families were paid an average 862. (Wahpeton Daily News, ND)
FCC Mulls Broadband Network for Public Safety Nov 14, 2009
"It is critical that we provide the best leadership possible to ensure that communications are operational during our most serious emergencies that affect our communities and our families.". RELATED ARTICLES. (SmallBusinessComputing)
Prepare Now For Winter Emergencies Nov 14, 2009
Properly preparing your family and your home can make winter weather emergencies an inconvenience instead of a potentially life-threatening event ... Winter emergencies can be difficult, but taking these simple preparation steps can make a potential emergency situation into a moderately comfortable one. (Click2Houston, TX)
Beacon Hill Roll Call: Patrick signs bill to extend veterans beneifts Nov 14, 2009
REGULATE UTILITY COMPANIES DURING EMERGENCIES (H 4329) ... The measure requires the companies to adequately prepare for and respond to power emergencies and imposes hefty fines on companies that do not cooperate. (Cambridge Chronicle, MA)
MARTA emergency drills Saturday Nov 14, 2009
MARTA to stage emergencies Saturday evening. By. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
Davis calls energy crisis over Nov 14, 2009
State of emergency, in effect since '01, revoked. Friday, November 14, 2003. (Yahoo News -- Utility Industry Deregulation)
Fans Behaving Badly Nov 14, 2009
Factoring in time of day, the opponent and the weather, officers can try to predict -- inside the stadium as well as around it -- where they're going to encounter unruly fans and medical emergencies. Throughout the season, Burkholder analyzes the data. (ESPN -- College Football)
Spotted®: The focus is on you! Nov 14, 2009
The Financial Assistance Program is designed to help alleviate financial emergencies for cancer patients who are undergoing chemotherapy or radiation treatment, so that they may focus on recovery and maintain their basic life needs. Teacher wins supplies: Colbert Elementary School teacher Maggie Cowne was chosen by OfficeMax to receive over $1,000 in classroom resources and supplies. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Teen In Custody After Lockdown At High School Nov 13, 2009
Superintendent Sergio Montenegro said that during emergencies, it is district protocol to contact the police of sheriff's department first. "We can't move forward without having the right information to pass on," Montenegro said. (KSBW 8, CA)
Buttonwood: Paper promises, golden hordes Nov 13, 2009
The nature of reserves is that they insure against emergencies. And in an emergency gold is more likely to hold its value than paper money. (The Economist)
China, important development partner in Africa - GTUC Nov 13, 2009
Mr Otoo said even though there were health and safety arrangements, Ghanaian workers were not aware because there was no clear procedure for emergencies. Mr Hu Yu Jie, Economic and Commercial Counsellor at the Chinese Embassy in Accra, explained that sometimes there was misunderstanding between the Chinese employers and their Ghanaian employees because of the language barrier. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Unhappy patient Nov 13, 2009
" Retired Nurse wrote on Nov 3, 2009 5:07 PM:" HRMC does a great job in taking care of true emergencies. Too many people use the ER that should make an appointment with a physician or buy over-the-counter medication to treat non-life threatening conditions. (Roanoke Rapids Daily Herald, NC)
Budget with 8% tax hike scrutinized Nov 13, 2009
Cairo-Durham Central School District Superintendent Sally Sharkey pointed out that Cairo police assist in making sure students can get safely into school buildings and respond immediately to any emergencies at district facilities. Safety is our number one issue, she said. (Catskill Daily Mail, NY)
Elderly couple found dead in home Nov 13, 2009
Under the law, the governor can authorize state regulators, in emergencies, to order utilities to spend money and deploy resources to restore service. Mayor moved to rehabilitation facility Mayor Thomas M. Menino was transferred from Brigham and Women s Hospital yesterday to a rehabilitation facility where he is receiving intensive physical therapy for his injured knee. (Boston Globe)
Hospital preps for more flu cases Nov 13, 2009
"Typically, national emergencies are natural disasters. They allow for more flexible triaging of patients. We're not at that point yet, obviously. I don't know if we'll get there," said Dr. Gary Little, medical director at GW Hospital. "National emergency classification allows the government to tap into resources - we're more focused on the pandemic status.". (GW Hatchet, Washington DC)
Boy killed in hallway of high school; student arrested Nov 13, 2009
"This incident highlights the need to complete the school mapping project, which provides law enforcement with the tools they need to react swiftly and effectively to school emergencies.". Tacoma resident Vonitha Carter, 40, made the 911 call that led police to the suspect. (Yahoo News -- School Violence)
Safety already on Olympia agenda Nov 13, 2009
The difficulty in preparing for emergencies is that different schools have different security needs. While urban schools can count on a quick police response, for example, rural schools might have to wait up to 45 minutes for law enforcement to arrive. (Yahoo News -- School Violence)
EDITORIAL: Too much borrowing takes state to the financial brink Nov 13, 2009
Clovis may have to borrow from its own city funds to save jobs and keep its reserve intact for emergencies. The state is considering borrowing $2 billion in property tax revenue from cities and counties -- a projected $9. (Fresno Bee)
Teen honored for fundraising efforts made in friend's memory Nov 13, 2009
Illinois Search Dogs, the Ambassador Award sponsored by Verizon, for training and deploying handlers and dogs to respond to emergencies. Gene Rudow, 84, of Bloomington, the Volunteer Award, for giving more than 10,000 hours at OSF St. Joseph Medical Center since 1989. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
The ABCs on Caesarean sections Nov 12, 2009
Expert: 5 percent of C-sections are true emergencies; 3 percent are purely elective ... But only about 5 percent of C-sections are true emergencies, estimates George Macones, M.D., chairman of the department of obstetrics and gynecology at the Washington University in St. Louis School of Medicine, in Missouri. (CNN)
Sleeping Giant ski patrol director Mike Rock (right) leads a lift evacuation class recently in the ski lodge. Rock came to Sleeping Giant from Sundance Ski Area in Utah. (Courtesy photo) Nov 12, 2009
We contacted West Park Hospital and weve invited doctors and paramedics to be on call for medical emergencies, he said. We give them a ski pass and they rotate being on call. (Cody Enterprise, WY)
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It appears that there is a total of approximately $3 million in cash that the county may use to cover emergencies and still have sufficient cash to cover monthly expenditures. This is an emergency, the officials wrote. (Enumclaw Courier Herald, WA)
The home office: where contented workers log on Nov 12, 2009
Carnival says its home team is more likely to help out during extreme hours in emergencies such as the swine flu outbreak on cruise ships this year. Fewer people also call in sick. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
When's the right age? Nov 12, 2009
My DD1 has a mobile but it's just for emergencies and she only has it with her if we leave her at her activities or if she's at a friends place. She really only uses it to ring us. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
U. trusts text messages Nov 12, 2009
While some University affiliates may have concerns about the effectiveness of the notification system, most say it s one of the most effective ways to relay emergencies, since most students carry their cell phones at all times. Rutgers implemented the emergency text notification system in April 2007 to complement the methods we already used to disseminate urgent information to the students, faculty and staff, said Emergency Management Director Daniel Pascale via e-mail correspondence. (The Daily Targum, NJ)
Ghana & Africa Bedevilled? Nov 12, 2009
The police are not trained and equipped to respond to emergencies but can erect barriers to collect bribes, and Judges take bribes but are not punished. What is progress if simple registration of land purchase meant for same day or next day process sits for years and decades in huge notebooks with officials laughing all the way to the Banks due to the breakdown in procedures. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Nodulocystic Acne FAQ Nov 12, 2009
Nodulocystic acne and other types of very severe types of acne are dermatological emergencies which need to be treated aggressively in early stages to avoid permanent deep scars. Nodulocystic Acne FAQ: Sources. (Suite101.com)
Bill aims to limit power failures Nov 12, 2009
In turn, the state Public Utilities Department would have more leeway to issue directives to power companies during emergencies and give harsher penalties to those that fail to resolve blackouts quickly enough. MetroWest communities largely dodged last winter's worst power failures, which lasted weeks in areas served by the company Unitil. (Allston Brighton TAB, MA)
Newton-Wellesley organizes conference on emotional crises in classroom Nov 12, 2009
One of the biggest issues for school districts is not that they don t have a plan in place for dealing with emergencies or crises, said Gotthelf, who is the coordinator for therapeutic services for. It s the training of new staff, new principals, when you have turnover. (Wellesley Townsman, MA)
Only 5% Americans Plan To Buy Homes In 2010 Nov 11, 2009
"We wanted to build up our savings for emergencies," the 37-year-old said. His timing was prescient. (Click2Houston, TX)
Is your cell phone slowly killing you? Nov 11, 2009
This included keeping the phone away from the body as much as possible and not allowing children to use cell phones except in emergencies. "Since I put out that precautionary advisory in July of last year, I believe there is more indication for concern, particularly among children," he recently said. (CNN)
A Peaceful Ending Nov 11, 2009
" Wienstroer noted St. John's Mercy Hospice offers routine visits wherever the patient resides, as well as in patient care if the patient is admitted to a hospital short term. St. John's Hospice also offers continuous care at the patient's bedside during a crisis for pain management, said Wienstroer, and along with respite care for family members in the event they need to leave town for other emergencies or family activities, or if they just need a short break to regain their physical and... (Missourian Publishing, MO)
Charities hope PFD gifts exceed costs Nov 11, 2009
Aiding Women in Abuse and Rape Emergencies - $3,061. Alaska Network Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault - $2,400. (Juneau Empire)
Seaway International Bridge Corporation - Winterized Temporary Tolling Facilities Nov 10, 2009
CORNWALL, ON, Nov. 10 /CNW Telbec/ - The Seaway International Bridge Corporation has placed a winterized toll booth and canopy at the base of the North Channel Bridge at Brookdale Avenue in Cornwall (Canada Newswire)
Fenty's Bike Rides Snarl Traffic, Cost Taxpayers Nov 10, 2009
According to records obtained through the Freedom of Information Act, the mayor has been using federal Homeland Security vehicles meant for emergencies to transport his bike to races. "Again, I don't have any comment on the police department, and their use of vehicles," Fenty said. (ABC 7 News, DC)
