Yuma News
FDA releases framework to advance use of real-world evidence
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- Written by FDA Commissioner Scott Gottlieb, M.D. FDA Commissioner Scott Gottlieb, M.D.
- Published: 10 December 2018 10 December 2018
Washington, DC - The health care system is integrating more effective ways to leverage electronic tools to gather and use vast amounts of health-related data. These tools offer new opportunities to use data collected during the routine care of patients to advance medical care. Leveraging such data – typically called real-world data (RWD) - to improve regulatory decisions is a key strategic priority for the FDA.
Join AWC Civic Orchestra for the Spirit of Christmas
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- Written by YNN YNN
- Published: 10 December 2018 10 December 2018
Yuma, Arizona - The Arizona Western College Civic Orchestra will be presenting “The Spirit of Christmas” on Saturday, December 15.
Snakes live in the desert
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- Written by YNN YNN
- Published: 10 December 2018 10 December 2018
Wellton, Arizona - You live in the desert. Snakes live in the desert. At some point, you will most likely meet one another. What will you do? On Thursday, December 20th, wildlife management scientist Amber Monson will teach you how to prepare for your inevitable snake encounter.
Finding fun at the Wellton Library
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- Written by YNN YNN
- Published: 10 December 2018 10 December 2018
Wellton, Arizona - Adults and children of all ages are sure to find fun at the Wellton Library in a variety of Saturday events. There is no charge to attend any program.
Advice on writing a great resume
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- Written by YNN YNN
- Published: 10 December 2018 10 December 2018
Yuma, Arizona - Are you looking for advice on writing a great resume? The Heritage Library is offering one-on-one resume assistance at 11:00 a.m. every Wednesday in December. Learn how to create a resume that will effectively market your talents to employers, and how to use Microsoft Word resume templates.
Arizona Western College announces an end to football program
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- Written by YNN YNN
- Published: 09 December 2018 09 December 2018
Yuma, Arizona - Arizona Western College announced Wednesday, December 5th that the 2018 season of Matador Football would be its final season, leaving behind a well-respected history that stretches across the country and spans 6 decades. The college worked during the past year to navigate a series of seismic changes at the league and 2-year collegiate level, but was unsuccessful in carving a sustainable path forward for the program.
Space heaters accounted for 40% of home heating fires
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- Written by Fire House Facts Fire House Facts
- Published: 09 December 2018 09 December 2018
Yuma, Arizona - This time of year, Yuma’s weather is almost always much better than that being experienced in other parts of the country. That does not mean that temperatures can’t dip down low enough to make things uncomfortably cool. When that happens, sometimes alternative heating sources are used. Improper use of heating equipment can have serious results. Space heaters accounted for two out of every five home heating fires.