Yuma News
Community Meeting with District 3 Yuma County Supervisor Darren Simmons
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- Published: 27 December 2017 27 December 2017
Yuma, Arizona - On Tuesday, January 9th, the Foothills Library is hosting a Community Meeting with District 3 Yuma County Supervisor Darren Simmons at 5:00 p.m. Ask questions, voice concerns, or just say hello! There is no charge to attend.
Massacre at Caborca: the Ill-fated Crabb Expedition of 1857
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- Published: 27 December 2017 27 December 2017
Yuma, Arizona - On Tuesday, January 9th, the Main Library will host “Massacre at Caborca: the Ill-fated Crabb Expedition of 1857” at 1:00 p.m. In 1857, American Henry Crabb led a filibuster into Sonora, Mexico with devastating consequences. Political historian Ian McDougall takes a fresh look at a still controversial conflict.
Eric Frost presents “Home Safety and Burglary Prevention”
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- Published: 27 December 2017 27 December 2017
Yuma, Arizona - Learn home theft prevention tips at the Main Library! On Monday, January 8th, retired Yuma County Sheriff’s Office Detective Eric Frost will present “Home Safety and Burglary Prevention” at 2:00 p.m. at the Main Library. One of the easiest crimes to prevent -- burglary -- is also one of the most common.
Basic poses of Qigong
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- Published: 27 December 2017 27 December 2017
Yuma, Arizona - The Yuma County Library District, in collaboration with the Yuma County Health Department, is pleased to present “Healthy You,” a series of workshops designed to promote a more active lifestyle through a variety of activities.
Investigation of a Salmonella Infection Linked to Rattlesnake Pills
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- Published: 25 December 2017 25 December 2017
Washington, DC - The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the Kansas Department of Health and Environment have linked one person’s Salmonella Oranienburg infection to taking rattlesnake pills. Rattlesnake pills are often marketed as remedies for various conditions, such as cancer and HIV infection. These pills contain dehydrated rattlesnake meat ground into a powder and put into pill form. CDC recommends that you talk to your health care provider if you are considering taking rattlesnake pills, especially if you are in a group more likely to get a severe Salmonella infection.
Accountability report on sugary drinks in America
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- Published: 25 December 2017 25 December 2017
Dallas, Texas - American Heart Association CEO Nancy Brown issued the following statement today on the Beverage Calories Initiative report from the American Beverage Association and the Alliance for a Healthier Generation. The American Heart Association, along with the Clinton Foundation, is a co-founder of the Alliance for a Healthier Generation.
Hospital Patients Count on Blood and Platelet Donors throughout the Holidays
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- Written by American Red Cross American Red Cross
- Published: 25 December 2017 25 December 2017
Washington, DC - The American Red Cross needs new and current blood and platelet donors to take time out of the hectic holiday season to roll up a sleeve. Donations often decline from Thanksgiving to New Year’s Day, yet the need for blood is constant.