Reduce Lameness With a Freestall Alternative Nov 20, 2009
As with foot health, there is a much lower percentage of lesions, bruised hocks, etc. than what you would find in a freestall situation with mattresses and metal dividers. (Minnesota Farm Guide, MN)
Health care center gets new - and improved - future Nov 16, 2009
The final major bill is to remodel the existing, 120,000 square foot health care center at an approximate cost of 11. 52 million. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Choose Sneakers Over Heels for Future Foot Health Oct 6, 2009
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Row in UK as unions seek ban on 'killer heels' at work Sep 18, 2009
This is a serious issue for women in the workplace, and we at the Society of Chiropodists and Podiatrists want to ensure women are never forced to wear high heels which we believe can lead to foot health problems in the short, medium and long term, Eddie Saville, director of employment relations said. lect> Get a replica of your favourite edition of TOI and feel at home. (India Times, India)
Comfort push: heels debate rages Sep 17, 2009
"This is a serious issue for women in the workplace, and we at the Society of Chiropodists and Podiatrists want to ensure women workers are never forced to wear high heels which we believe can lead to foot health problems in the short, medium and long term," Eddie Saville, director of employment relations said in a statement. British newspapers reported that Conservative Member of Parliament Nadine Dorries tore into the motion, saying it was intended to cut women like her down to size. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Union members urged to take stand on stilettos Sep 15, 2009
"We want to ensure women workers are never forced to wear high heels which we believe can lead to foot health problems in the short, medium and long term.". But the BBC's political correspondent Paul Rowley said some unions, including the University and College Union, would oppose the move. (BBC News -- UK)
North Andover Police log, week of Aug. 17-23 Aug 28, 2009
9:03 a.m. A caller from Foot Health Center on Turnpike Street reported parts of her rooftop air conditioning unit had been stolen. An officer responded and would file a report. (North Andover Citizen, MA)
Health Care Reform: How It Will Affect You Aug 8, 2009
Many experts believe it'll be next to impossible to foot health care reform's projected $1 trillion cost without some sort of tax increase, and "the surcharge has the virtue of allowing Obama to keep his campaign promise not to tax the middle class," says Nichols. 4. (CBS News)
NSCC clear cutting upsets Danvers residents Jun 26, 2009
The school was awarded $32 million by the state in August 2008, with which it plans to build a 60,000 square foot Health Professions Building and a parking lot. It will house programs currently housed at the Essex Agricultural and Technical High School campus on Route 62, including a practical nursing certificate, surgical technology certificate, sterile processing technician certificate (non-credit), veterinary technology degree, and animal care specialist certificate. (Danvers Herald, MA)
MCC plans moving forward Apr 28, 2009
Following a recommendation from the committee, trustees approved the building s interior color scheme and materials list and then moved on to advance planning for a proposed 30,000 square foot Health Sciences Building that has been under discussion for several months. Trustees approved a $53,000 fee proposal from LS3P Associates, the previously approved architectural planning firm. (Troy Montgomery Herald, NC)
Newest and Largest 'Fun Ship' Launches Year-Round Mexican Riviera Service From Long Beach Apr 7, 2009
A new class of vessel for the line, the 113,300-ton Carnival Splendor offers a wide range of on-board facilities and features, highlighted by a two-level 21,000-square foot health spa - the largest in the fleet - featuring a thalassotherapy pool, an elaborate thermal suite and 17 private treatment rooms. Adjacent to the facility are 68 spa staterooms and suites - a first for Carnival. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)