Yuma News

Hawaiian Dance, Music, and Language

Details: Written by YNN YNN; Published: 29 May 2018 29 May 2018

Yuma, Arizona - Join Anakē Kaipolani, otherwise known as Lizzie Renaud, for “Hawaiian Dance, Music, and Language” at Yuma County Libraries. Enjoy a cultural dance and language session honoring the islands of Hawaii!

Border Patrol Teen Boot Camp

Details: Written by Yuma News Now Yuma News Now; Published: 29 May 2018 29 May 2018

Yuma, Arizona - Teens can get fit at the library! Agent Matthew Willis, Border Community Liaison with the Yuma Sector Border Patrol, will lead teens ages 13-18 through Border Patrol Teen Boot Camp at Yuma County Libraries June 6th-27th. Participate in stretches, mild exercises, and learn the importance of healthy eating and staying hydrated.

Two’s company, three’s a crowd

Details: Written by John Grimaldi John Grimaldi; Published: 29 May 2018 29 May 2018

Camillus, New York - Mr. and Mrs. Rotondo of Camillus, enjoyed being empty nesters so when their 30-year-old son, Michael, who had returned home for a temporary stay, refused to leave, mom and dad presented him with eviction notices.

New Rapid Rabies Test Could Revolutionize Testing and Treatment

Details: Written by CDC CDC; Published: 29 May 2018 29 May 2018

Washington, DC - A new rabies test developed at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) could mean people exposed to potentially rabid animals could forego the weeks-long regimen of shots to prevent the deadly disease.

Red Cross Sound the Alarm Campaign Exceeds Goal, 103,000 Smoke Alarms Installed Across U.S.

Details: Written by YNN YNN; Published: 28 May 2018 28 May 2018

Washington, DC - Over the course of just a few weeks in April and May, more than 30,900 volunteers and thousands of partners from across the country joined the American Red Cross to Sound the Alarm against home fires by installing 103,400 free smoke alarms in communities at high risk for fires.

Women's health: Prevent the top threats

Details: Written by Laurel J. Kelly Laurel J. Kelly; Published: 28 May 2018 28 May 2018

Rochester, Minnesota - Many of the leading threats to women's health can be prevented - if you know how. The top causes of death among adult women in the U.S. include heart disease, stroke, cancer, chronic lower respiratory disease, Alzheimer's disease, and unintentional injuries, according to statistics from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Cleaning products and lung health

Details: Written by Dr. Clayton Cowl Dr. Clayton Cowl; Published: 28 May 2018 28 May 2018

Rochester, Minnesota - A recent international study found that women who use cleaning products regularly, particularly those who work as professional cleaners, may have a more rapid decline in lung function over time than women who do not use those products regularly. Although the study did not examine specific products, it is a good idea to choose cleaners that have low levels of potentially toxic chemicals, or alternative products - such as white vinegar, baking soda or washing soda, whenever possible. You also should keep the area you’re cleaning well-ventilated and never mix cleaning products.