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2012 (Page 11)

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Benefits of home care services far-reaching

August 02, 2012 - Senior citizens often struggle with failing health and mobility problems, which are further compounded by feelings of loneliness, according to a new study from researchers at the University of California, San Francisco.

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Canadian Red Cross campaign makes community giving easy for Walmart Canada shoppers

August 02, 2012 - This month, bargain hunters may find more at their local Walmart Canada than great deals, as a partnership between the retailer and the Canadian Red Cross affords them the opportunity to easily give back to their community.

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The Sahel declares a food and health emergency

August 02, 2012 - The area of Africa known as the Sahel, which spans across the Sahara desert and includes portions of Niger, Chad, Mali, Mauritania, Burkina Faso, The Gambia and Senegal, has declared a state of emergency due to food shortages and outbreaks of measles, meningitis and polio.

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International AIDS Conference stresses early treatment

August 02, 2012 - AIDS affects people of all nationalities, regardless of their income level or sexual orientation, making the virus a pressing world health issue.

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How to foster resilience in kids following exposure to domestic abuse

August 01, 2012 - Experiencing domestic abuse can be a traumatizing event in a child's life, potentially hindering social development and performance at school. However, once these children in need are identified, there are ways in which

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Summer first aid tips for fun in the sun

July 31, 2012 - Getting active outdoors is one of the major perks of summertime - that is, until injuries, bug bites or sunburns get in the way.

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How to stay safe on your pleasure craft

July 31, 2012 - Too often, individuals believe that boats are much safer than automobiles, and therefore fail to take proper precautions to prevent accidents and ensure water safety.

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Photo of the Day: Ground-breaking of new training centre in St. John’s

July 10, 2012 - Construction began last week to expand the Canadian Red Cross facility in St. John’s. The new addition, the Hibernia Training and Disaster Management Centre, will be used to train volunteers, store supplies such as cots and disaster kits, and act as the hub of operations during disaster responses in the province.

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Photo of the Day: Highest honour

June 26, 2012 - Two long-time volunteers of the Canadian Red Cross in Atlantic Canada received the Order of Red Cross this past weekend during the national annual general meeting in Halifax.

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Value of volunteers: Northern Alberta wildfires response

May 11, 2012 - Thanks to skilled volunteers, Red Cross was able to mobilize necessary resources and respond to the largest disaster in Alberta’s history. More than 360 Red Cross workers, both staff and volunteers, from across Canada have given their time and talent.

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