GOP organizes 12-hour online town hall for Thursday Nov 5, 2009
BY john on 11/04/2009 at 20:19I hope someone ask Marsha Blackburn about these votes: Marsha Blackburn Voted FOR: Omnibus Appropriations, Special Education, Global AIDS Initiative, Job Training, Unemployment Benefits, Labor-HHS-Education Appropriations, Agriculture Appropriations, U.S.-Singapore Trade, U.S.-Chile Trade, Supplemental Spending for Iraq Afghanistan, Prescription Drug Benefit, Child Nutrition Programs, Surface Transportation, Job Training and Worker Services, Agriculture... (TheHill.com)
2 dead, 28 sick in E. coli outbreak Nov 4, 2009
Each package is printed with "EST. 492" inside the USDA mark of inspection or on the nutrition label. They were packaged on September 15 and 16 and may have been labeled at the retail stores with a sell-by date from September 19 through 28, the USDA said. (CNN -- US)
Healthy eating tips Nov 3, 2009
Scoping out whats new at an annual confab some call Fashion Week for Food and Nutrition (The American Dietetic Associations 2009 Food and Nutrition Conference held in Denver recently) I observed companies out in force to convince registered dietitians that their foods and beverages fit in with fitness ... Nutrition research supports new reasons to season dishes with herbs and spices including cinnamon, ginger, oregano, red pepper and yellow curry powder ... com), an Atlanta-based... (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Health)
Tai Chi Exercise Reduces Knee Osteoarthritis Pain In The Elderly, Research Shows Nov 2, 2009
Each control session included 40 minutes of instruction covering OA as a disease, diet and nutrition, therapies to treat OA, or physical and mental health education. The final 20 minutes consisted of stretching exercises involving the upper body, trunk, and lower body, with each stretch being held for 10-15 seconds. (Science Daily)
Decaying Care: Loss of dental benefits leads to larger problems Nov 2, 2009
Seniors with dental problems may suffer from weight loss and poor nutrition because they can't chew their food. Medi-Cal still is covering dental care for children, patients in convalescent homes, pregnant women if it's medically necessary and developmentally disabled adults. (Modesto Bee, CA)
'Everyone has the potential of giving the gift of life' Nov 1, 2009
It may in fact motivate a concerted healthy lifestyle of non-smoking and good exercise and nutrition. Thus is the case with me and how organ donation has positively affected my life. (Brainerd Daily Dispatch)
Ground beef products recalled for possible E coli. contamination Nov 1, 2009
Each package bears the establishment number EST. 492 inside the USDA mark of inspection or on the nutrition label. These products were packaged on Sept. 15 and 16, 2009, and may have been labeled at the retail stores with a sell-by date from Sept. 19 through 28, 2009, unless otherwise noted above. (Danvers Herald, MA)
Candidates in 23rd focus on jobs Nov 1, 2009
"We don't need to create new programs to help our seniors. We just need to work harder to get the elderly informed about the (health and nutrition) programs that are available and getting them to register," said Smith. The mother of two elementary schoolchildren, Smith said, "What we really need at the end of the day is a nonpartisan outlook to create sustainable solutions for all our problems.". (NJ.com -- Times)
Halloween advice from the experts Oct 31, 2009
Sources: Consumer Product Safety Commission and Karla Case, nutrition and food safety educator for the University of Wyoming Cooperative Extension Service. Posted in on Saturday, October 31, 2009 12:00 am | Tags. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Column: Will you need me when Im 65? Oct 31, 2009
The purpose of capitation is twofold: It creates an incentive for HMOs to proactively help plan members stay healthy, to protect the total budget and, it creates a way to pay for preventive measures such as in home care, or nutrition and exercise programs. In contrast, traditional Medicare only pays for medical procedures and most preventive services are not medical procedures. (Arlington Advocate, MA)
Senior Neighbors: Oct. 29 Oct 30, 2009
Meals are served Monday-Friday at 11:45 a.m. at the Senior Nutrition Site in the Community Center. Call the COA office, 781-235-3961, (before noon) at least a day in advance for a reservation. (Wellesley Townsman, MA)
Tai Chi May Help Ward Off Knee Pain in Seniors Oct 30, 2009
The other participants took two 60-minute classes per week for three months and learned about issues such as diet and nutrition, and treatments for osteoarthritis. They also stretched for 20 minutes. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Health)
Medicare reverses billing change on Genentech drug Oct 29, 2009
Those answers and more nutrition finds. Where's dinner tonight. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Health)
Celebrating Dog Days at Maury Co. Park Saturday Oct 29, 2009
8:10-8:25 a.m. Nutrition for horses, donkeys, mules and goats. 8:25-8:40 a.m. Nutrition for cats and dogs. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
Read more... Oct 28, 2009
In continuing to fund this initiative, Kaiser Permanente awarded the California Association of Food Banks and California Food Policy Advocates $200,000 each toward statewide programs to support "Healthy Eating in Hard Times." Programs include providing better access to food for Californians who are experiencing economic difficulty; supporting changes to improve the nutritional quality of food distributed through food banks and pantries; improving access to food stamps, and increasing... (PNN Online)
Read the 'Cost of Freedom' recap Oct 27, 2009
John Layfield; nutritionmarket ... John Layfield; nutritionmarket ... John Layfield; nutritionmarket. (Fox News)
Community calendar Oct 27, 2009
END-OF-LIFE CLASS FOR FAMILY CAREGIVERS, 3 to 5 p.m. at Attention Plus Care, 1580 Makaloa St., Suite 1060; topics: medication, nutrition, managing challenging behavior, fitness, living with Parkinson's, Alzheimer's care, diabetes education and fall prevention; free. RSVP: 440-9372. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Junkmans Gems Oct 25, 2009
Recently 20% budget cuts were announced for the Senior Nutrition Program, and Developmental Disabilities Programs. Like most people I blamed the state legislators for this travesty, but I was wrong. (Alva Review Courier, OK)
Sen. Anderson Urges Governor to Fill Senior Nutrition Program Budget Gaps Oct 23, 2009
Anderson Urges Governor to Fill Senior Nutrition Program Budget Gaps ... Patrick Anderson sent Governor Brad Henry a letter Wednesday asking him to use the Governor's discretionary funds to help replace the cuts in funding to the state's senior nutrition programs ... "The Governor has several million dollars in discretionary funding from the federal stimulus package that could be used to fill the gaps in this program's budget, and I've asked the Governor to use a small portion of those funds to... (Alva Review Courier, OK)
Genes May Link Hip Fractures and Heart Disease Oct 22, 2009
Lifestyle factors that contribute to both osteoporosis and cardiovascular risk include nutrition, smoking and lack of exercise, Mosca said. "What is unique about this particular study is that it evaluates the potential for both lifestyle factors and genetic factors to contribute to pathology," she said. (MEDLINEplus)
Senior Resource Fair, Oct. 28 Oct 22, 2009
Services/agencies invited to participate in the event will focus on the areas of housing, nutrition and health care. Providers will be on hand to discuss programs which they sponsor as well as support they are able to provide to limited income residents. (Marshall County Journal, SD)
Plates Pile Up To Save Meals On Wheels 2hr Oct 21, 2009
Budget Cuts Could End Sacramento County's Senior Nutrition Program ... That move could end the Senior Nutrition Program, because the Department of Human Assistance is being hit hard by the layoffs. (KCRA 3, CA)
Report: Schools should adopt healthier meals despite costs Oct 20, 2009
She says the recommendations will go to Congress to be used in creating legislation for child nutrition programs. The guidelines could also be used by the food industry to help create new "healthy kid-friendly products," says Helen Jensen, who served on the committee and is a professor of economics at Iowa State University. (USA Today -- News)
Northwest Rodeo Team to hold kids rodeo on square Oct 20, 2009
Commissioners Goucher and Randy McMurphy approved a resolution asking the Oklahoma Legislature to find full funding for the Senior Citizens Nutrition Program. Drastic cuts in the program have been made in recent weeks due to cuts in the state budget. (Alva Review Courier, OK)
Grants go to 14 nonprofits Oct 20, 2009
Athens Community Council on Aging - $1,500 to help fund nutrition and cooking classes for low-income seniors who are at risk for nutrition-related health problems. Cancer Foundation of Northeast Georgia - $2,500 to help expand the foundation's Financial Assistance Program for needy patients. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Editorial: Foundation fulfilling promise of OneAthens Oct 19, 2009
Athens Community Council on Aging - $1,500 for the council's Nutty For Nutrition program, a six-week course providing low-income seniors who are at risk for nutrition-related health issues access to an educational series of healthy diet and cooking classes in collaboration with UGA's Cooperative Extension Office ... Cancer Foundation of Northeast Georgia - $2,500 to support expansion of a financial assistance program that helps patients avoid poverty by covering rent/mortgage payments, utility... (Athens Banner-Herald)
Seniors stay busy at center Oct 19, 2009
We have been given that accreditation through the division of Aging and Adult Services because of all we do the activities, the wellness part, the nutrition classes. Were just busy, Crockett said. (Paragould Daily Press, AR)
Kohl Secures Funding for Wisconsin Projects in 2009 Agriculture Spending Bill (12) Oct 19, 2009
The bill also provides a boost for food safety, health and nutrition initiatives ... 2 billion in funding for the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for a host of agriculture, nutrition and food safety programs ... Kohl also announced provisions to boost health, food safety and nutrition. (Agri-View, WI)
Focus on Seniors: Whole body can benefit from good nutrition Oct 18, 2009
Nutrition can play a role. You already know highly processed fast food is bad. (Florida Today)
Senior health fair brings information to one place Oct 18, 2009
Probate Court Judge Robert Sykes will speak about living wills, Ionia County Sheriff Dwain Dennis will speak on home safety, Ionia County Prosecutor Ron Schafer will speak on identity theft scams, Meijer pharmacist Nathan Gertz will present prescription safety, MSU Extension educator Brenda Long will be presenting nutrition on a budget and Safe Haven Humane Society's Mary Ellen Snyder will talk about pets and the humane society. We wanted to bring it all together in one place for seniors, said... (Ionia Sentinel-Standard, MI)
Dog Days in the Park Pet Fair slated Oct. 31 Oct 16, 2009
We have a wonderful group of experts assembled to discuss pet health, nutrition, grooming, first aid and more, and we will be addressing all pets from hamsters to horses and every creature in between, even crustaceans, said Sonjalyn Rine, recreation specialist with Maury County Parks and Recreation. In addition to the opportunity to talk with experts and visit with vendors, humans are invited to enter their pets in the annual Pets Only Costume Contest. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
Seniors make work fun for Hinnah Oct 16, 2009
Patty Hinnah, administrator of the Callaway Senior Center's nutrition program, said she enjoys interacting with her clients on a daily basis ... As the administrator of the senior nutrition program at the center, one of her duties is to assist in the distribution every week of frozen meals to eligible homebound Callaway County residents -- meals are delivered to more than 100 people in Fulton, Auxvasse, Kingdom City, New Bloomfield and Holts Summit ... Hinnah is an employee of the Central... (Fulton Sun, MO)
Senior Nutrition Center reeling from cuts Oct 15, 2009
So I won't get fussed at over the fine details, the Senior Citizens Center is a separate social organization, while the Senior Nutrition Center is a food preparation service so seniors get balanced meals ... Holder Drug has contributed significantly to improved numbers of people participating by promoting the Senior Nutrition Service in their ads twice a month ... The severity (20%) of the cuts to the senior nutrition centers around the state is being criticized because most other agencies are... (Alva Review Courier, OK)
Donations, volunteers keep meals coming to seniors Oct 15, 2009
The VOA was selected as contractor for eight meal sites providing senior nutrition in April of this year. It took over in July from Columbine Senior Meal Services and serves seniors in Montrose, Olathe, Nucla, Norwood, Delta, Paonia and Cedaredge meals at designated sites, as well as meals through home delivery. (Montrose Daily Press, CO)
Letter: Thanks to all for Aging Info Expo success Oct 15, 2009
Several speakers, including Bill Bowler, Dr. Jerry Schwartz, Wenham Police Chief Ken Walsh, Dave Carey, Wenham Assessor Steve Gasperoni and fitness expert Kathy Marshall, provided professional guidance on topics ranging from financial advice to fitness and nutrition. We would like to thank them all for taking time out of their busy weekend to provide these programs. (Hamilton Wenham Chronicle, MA)
CHS launching new elderly program Oct 15, 2009
The program is a Program for All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE), an emerging model in health care that centralizes everything in a day program, from medical care and physical therapy to nutrition, recreational programs and transportation. The LIFE program also rounds out programming available at the former hospital site, now home to the OLV Senior Neighborhood. (Buffalo Business First, NY)
Sky High Great Park Jack-O'-Lantern Signals Arrival of Pumpkin Harvest Oct 15, 2009
The Food Bank also directly provides nutritionally balanced food boxes to 1,400 vulnerable seniors each day ... For 44 years, CAPOC has provided support services for Orange County residents, including operating two family resource centers, a child care facility, computers for kids, health and nutrition activities, financial assistance, home repairs, and job placement. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Eat well, rest, de-stress to stay healthy Oct 14, 2009
Similar to getting proper nutrition and exercise, sleep helps regulate our bodies and assists in making them run efficiently. Write to Peter Gott, c/o United Media, 200 Madison Ave., Fourth Floor, New York, NY 10016. (Erie Times-News, PA)
A young delivery boy learns about life Oct 11, 2009
Later Andrew shared his candy with workers at the Senior Nutrition Center where he s always a favorite guest. Andrew is quick to notice changes in the clients. (Alva Review Courier, OK)
FRIENDS OF SENIORS: Survey highlights senior center constraints Oct 10, 2009
The town nurse is interested in developing health and nutrition services. But referral services are lacking, and the 20-hour-per-week Council on Aging director has plenty else to do, Abdalian said. (Bolton Common, MA)
Africa: Fighting the "Double Whammy" of Obesity And Hunger Oct 9, 2009
Bangkok Africa faces a double burden of obesity and hunger as millions take up increasingly sedentary lives in cities and the global financial crisis hits rural populations' food security, nutritionists warn. Under-nutrition continues to plague sub-Saharan Africa, where 32 percent of the world's hungry people live ... However, those migrating from the countryside to cities are eating too much fatty food, leading to rising rates of obesity, diabetes, hypertension and high blood pressure,... (allAfrica.com)
A Simple Way For Older Adults To Assess Arterial Stiffness: Reach For The Toes Oct 8, 2009
The authors are: Kenta Yamamoto of the University of North Texas and the National Institute of Health and Nutrition, Japan; Hiroshi Kawano, Yuko Gando and Mitsuru Higuchi of Waseda University, Japan; Motoyuki Iemitsu of International Pacific University, Japan; Haruka Murakami, Michiya Tanimoto, Yumi Ohmori, Izumi Tabata, Motohiko Miyachi of the National Institute of Health and Nutrition; and Kiyoshi Sanada of Ritsumeikan University, Japan. Journal reference. (Science Daily)
HEALTHY EATING: Meal plan adds vegetarian menu Oct 8, 2009
com), an Atlanta-based company that provides fresh gourmet meal plans that are calorie-controlled and nutritionally balanced. Customer demand for vegetarian meals prompted the company which donates all profits to Open Hand, a nutrition program for senior citizens and the chronically ill to hold focus groups to find out what was important to vegetarians and to start testing recipes to fit nutritional guidelines ... While eating more like a vegetarian doesnt automatically translate to a... (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Health)
Aging Expo draws large attendance Oct 8, 2009
Presentations covered: Power of Attorney and Living Wills, by William Bowler; Loving conversations with your family, by Dr. Jerry Schwartz; Exploitations of the Elderly, by Wenham Police Chief Ken Walsh; Reverse Mortgages, by David Carey and Steve Gasperoni; and Fitness and Nutrition, by Kathy Marshall of the Hamilton Athletic Club. Trudy Reid, director of the Wenham Council on Aging said, The Aging Info Expo provided community seniors an opportunity to speak to vendors and non-profit agencies... (Hamilton Wenham Chronicle, MA)
Mystic Valley Elder Services Menu: October 2009 Oct 7, 2009
If you need to speak to someone in the Nutrition Office, call 781-324-7705, extension 300. Loading commenting interface. (Medford Transcript, MA)
Things to do around town this weekend Oct 4, 2009
Leading authorities will present a broad range of topics including medical care, research, nutrition, coping skills and cooking techniques. A Gluten Free Continental Breakfast and Lunch and GF Vendor Samplings and Product Sales will be included. (Hudson Sun, MA)
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES Oct 4, 2009
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Iola News (2) Oct 4, 2009
Published: Wednesday, September 30, 2009 12:48 PM CDT If you are a 4-H member and interested in the food and nutrition program, there will be a meeting at the Farm Bureau building in Anderson on Sept. 27, at 5 p.m.. The Grimes County 4-H banquet is on Saturday, Oct. 3, at 6 p.m. at the KC Hall in Anderson. (Navasota Examiner, TX)
Senior Nutrition Hosting Event Oct 1, 2009
Marshall County Journal. Thursday 1 October, 2009. (Marshall County Journal, SD)
Watertown volunteer opportunities Oct 1, 2009
Volunteers are needed to lead six-week classes about nutrition and managing chronic diseases ... Volunteers do not need a background in nutrition or chronic disease. (Watertown TAB & Press, MA)
Dover-Sherborn Education Notes (Oct. 1) Oct 1, 2009
Chickering speaker series begins with look at children's nutrition ... Join other parents and local nutritionist Laura Hartung RD in the Chickering School Library in tackling this critical national issue. (Dover Sherborn Tab, MA)
So, youre a senior citizen. . . Sep 30, 2009
Currently, there are two senior centers in the parish and two additional nutrition sites ... A nutrition center is located in Pine at Pine High School on Highway 62 ... The Angie nutrition center is at 30276 Houston St., 986-4333. (Bogalusa Daily News, LA)
When weather gets cold, diet and exercise remain key Sep 30, 2009
IONIA Even with the weather getting cooler and winter only a season away, local experts are urging senior citizens to continue their nutritional and exercise regimens in order to stay healthy and fit. One thing I would say is even with the weather being cold, (senior citizens) should always keep cooking their meals and getting fresh fruits and vegetables from the grocery store when they can, said Caitlyn Hendrickson, Ionia County Commission on Aging's newly hired nutrition director ... In... (Ionia Sentinel-Standard, MI)
A Pet In Your Life Keeps The Doctor Away Sep 30, 2009
Earlier this year, the Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health and Human Development (NICHD), one of the National Institutes of Health (NIH), co-hosted two workshops with The WALTHAM Centre for Pet Nutrition, a division of Mars Incorporated, bringing together leading experts to discuss the benefits of human-animal interaction in childhood. With support from a grant from NICHD and sponsorship from WALTHAM, the conference will continue this discussion. (Science Daily)
Health calendar Sep 25, 2009
COPD BREATHING HUI MEETINGS, sponsored by Hawaii COPD Coalition, conducted by experienced respiratory therapists, on cessation, exercise, nutrition, emotions, medications, relaxation, legislation travel and supplemental oxygen; 10 a.m.-noon, second Fridays monthly; Kaiser Permanente Honolulu Clinic; conference room 2; and 10 a.m.-noon, third Saturdays monthly, Hawai'i Kai Retirement Community, Phase 1, multi-purpose room; information, 988-2439. YOUTH SPEED AND AGILITY CLINICS, sponsored by... (Honolulu Advertiser)
Daily TV and radio guide Sep 25, 2009
Included: nutrition; exercise as a weight-loss tool; when children should lose baby fat ... Also: a nutrition quiz. (Boston Globe)
Over the Hill? ... No way!: Donations of blood, time and meatballs Sep 24, 2009
Every Friday, he stops at the Senior Center to have a good laugh with Despina, the capable nutrition site manager, and to pick up and deliver hot meals to Lexington shut-ins. He also checks to make sure they are at home and safe, sometimes being their only contact with the outside world. (Lexington Minuteman, MA)
Dementia burden 'underestimated' Sep 21, 2009
Advances in healthcare and nutrition will have the biggest impact in poorer countries and, as a result, the number of older people is set to increase rapidly. Currently, it is calculated that just over half of all people with dementia live in poor- or middle-income countries, but this is expected to rise to more than two-thirds by 2050. (BBC News -- UK)
At your service Sep 21, 2009
Volusia County Health Department: Nutrition Services; WIC Supplemental Nutrition Program. A guide to better health-a health clinic and a new dental clinic for children. (Daytona Beach News Journal -- Local)
Community center drive shifts gears Sep 21, 2009
Three multipurpose rooms would provide space for health, nutrition, wellness, fitness, dance and arts and crafts classes. A large flex space room could be leased to an athletic club or a company that sells sports equipment and athletic clothing. (Santa Maria Times)
Dementia: An underestimated issue Sep 21, 2009
The experts say in their report that advances in healthcare and nutrition will have the biggest impact in poorer countries, and, consequently, the number of older people is set to increase rapidly. Alzheimer Disease International stressed the need for more countries to follow the lead of Australia, France, Korea and the UK in developing action plans to tackle the impact of the disease. (India Times, India)
Topsfield Council on Aging picnic welcomes Tierney aide Sep 19, 2009
Northeast Ambulance donated funds for the music and the Senior Care Nutrition Program provided the food. Loading commenting interface. (Boxford Tri Town Transcript, MA)
More Whole Grains May Mean Less Fat Sep 19, 2009
The findings appear in the October issue of the Journal of Nutrition ... SOURCE: Journal of Nutrition, news release, Sept. 14, 2009. (MEDLINEplus)
Senior Neighbors: Sept. 17 Sep 18, 2009
Meals are served Monday-Friday at 11:45 a.m. at the Senior Nutrition Site in the Community Center. Call the COA office, 781-235-3961, (before noon) at least a day in advance for a reservation. (Wellesley Townsman, MA)
Nutrition 'concern' in care homes Sep 18, 2009
The Care Commission want to see more staff training in nutrition. Almost half the care homes inspected in Scotland did not meet national standards for nutrition, a Care Commission report has found ... In 2006/07 it received 91 complaints about eating, drinking and nutrition in care homes, with dehydration a major concern. (BBC News -- UK)
