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Guinn Center Releases Fact Sheets on State, County Ballot Measures
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- Written by Megan K. Rauch
Las Vegas, Nevada - The Kenny Guinn Center for Policy Priorities released three new Fact Sheets on the various ballot initiatives that voters will consider this November:
New Administrator Announced for Aging and Disability Services Division
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- Written by LVNT
Carson City, Nevada - Richard Whitley, Director of the Nevada Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS), recently announced the appointment of Edward Ableser, Ph.D., as the new Administrator for the Aging and Disability Services Division (ADSD). Mr. Ableser began his new position August 22, 2016.
On the Occasion of Macedonia's National Day
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- Written by State Department
Washington, DC - Secretary of State John Kerry: "On behalf of President Obama and the American people, I offer my warmest wishes to the people of Macedonia as you observe the 25th anniversary of your nation’s independence.
Help your child handle a bully
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- Written by Mayo Clinic
Rochester, Minnesota - Bullying was once considered a childhood rite of passage. Today, however, bullying is recognized as a serious problem. To help your child handle bullying, learn to recognize it - and understand how to respond.
U.S. to Screen All Blood Donations for Zika
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- Written by Deborah Balzer
Washington, DC - New recommendations that all U.S. donated blood be tested for Zika virus have been issued by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). The plan begins immediately in Florida, moves to southern-tier and border states within the next month, then the rest of the country has until November to comply.
Contact lenses: What to know before you buy
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- Written by Mayo Clinic Staff
Scottsdale, Arizona - Contact lenses are more versatile than ever before. Understand the pros and cons of common types of contact lenses — and the ground rules for preventing eye infections.