Vietnam Veteran Marks 10 years of Walks to Raise Money for UCLA’s Operation Mend Ric Ryan has raised $125,000 to Support Veterans of the Iraq and Afghanistan Wars
Posted by: thepinetree on 11/13/2018 03:38 PM
Murphys, CA...Ric Ryan, 72, fought for his country in Vietnam, has had both knees and one hip replaced and, in August, was struck by a car at a crosswalk. The car accident took him out of action for several weeks, but soon he was back trekking along the streets near his hometown of Murphys, California to raise money for a UCLA program that helps wounded veterans of post 9-11 conflicts, most of whom weren’t even born when Ryan was a Marine fighting in the jungles of Vietnam.
The Grand Opening of Olde Iron Fitness is November 12th
Posted by: thepinetree on 11/06/2018 01:06 AM
Angels Camp, CA...Don't miss the Grand Opening of Olde Iron Fitness. Olde Iron Fitness (OIF) is a veteran owned & operated business who's emphasis is on a healthy disciplined lifestyle. We offer cutting edge strength training equipment with olde school flair and a commitment to community involvement. Whether you are a beginner or a seasoned lifter, Olde Iron Fitness is your place to grind. We offer classes six days a week with some of the best instructors in the business. Personal Trainers are also on site and always ready to assist you. Call us today!
MTMC Grows Orthopedic Care in Calaveras County as Seasoned Orthopedist Recruited to Join the Team
Posted by: thepinetree on 11/03/2018 12:50 PM
San Andreas, CA...Mark Twain Medical Center (MTMC) has successfully recruited a third orthopedic surgeon to join the MTMC Specialty Care practice along with Dr. Craig Lovett and Dr. Lisa Siegler. Dr. Roger Rogalski is a welcomed addition to the experienced team. He has been actively practicing in the South Lake Tahoe as an Orthopaedic Surgeon, specializing in Sports Medicine for over twenty-five years.
San Andreas, CA...Dean Kelaita, Health Officer, is urging Calaveras County residents to get vaccinated against influenza (the flu) this season as soon as possible. In California, flu usually begins to increase in late November or December. It takes a couple of weeks after vaccination for the body to respond fully, so now is the time to get vaccinated to have the best protection as the flu season begins. “Deaths related to flu are tragic reminders that the flu virus needs to be taken very seriously,” said Dr. Kelaita. “A yearly flu shot is the best way to protect against infection and prevent others from coming down with the flu.” A person with flu may be contagious and infect others before they even feel sick. This season your health care provider may be offering several different kinds of injectable influenza vaccines, such as the regular version or high dose version for those over 65. Calaveras County Public Health expects there to be enough injectable vaccine to meet the expected demand. Each year, flu causes millions of illnesses, hundreds of thousands of hospitalizations and, sometimes, tens of thousands of deaths in the United States.
More than 90% of the World’s Children Breathe Toxic Air Every Day Says WHO
Posted by: thepinetree on 10/30/2018 11:02 AM
Geneva....Every day around 93% of the world’s children under the age of 15 years (1.8 billion children) breathe air that is so polluted it puts their health and development at serious risk. Tragically, many of them die: WHO estimates that in 2016, 600,000 children died from acute lower respiratory infections caused by polluted air. A new WHO report on Air pollution and child health: Prescribing clean air examines the heavy toll of both ambient (outside) and household air pollution on the health of the world’s children, particularly in low- and middle-income countries. The report is being launched on the eve of WHO’s first ever Global Conference on Air Pollution and Health.
Open House for New and Spacious Clinic Mark Twain Medical Center in San Andreas
Posted by: thepinetree on 10/29/2018 10:01 AM
San Andreas, CA...Mark Twain Medical Center (MTMC) is pleased to announce that the San Andreas Clinic has officially moved into their ‘New’ Family Medical Clinic that is close to 5000 square feet in size. On behalf of the physicians and staff at MTMC, the public is encouraged and invited to attend the ribbon cutting and open house in San Andreas at the new location (across the parking lot from the previous location) at 702 Mountain Ranch Road. The celebration will be held on Thursday, November 1st from 2-4pm. Please RSVP to 754-5919.
Mark Twain Medical Center Opens New and Spacious Clinic in San Andreas
Posted by: thepinetree on 10/26/2018 12:18 PM
San Andreas, CA – October 26, 2018- Mark Twain Medical Center (MTMC) is pleased to announce that the San Andreas Clinic has officially moved into their ‘New’ Family Medical Clinic that is close to 5000 square feet in size. On behalf of the physicians and staff at MTMC, the public is encouraged and invited to attend the ribbon cutting and open house in San Andreas at the new location (across the parking lot from the previous location) at 702 Mountain Ranch Road. The celebration will be held on Thursday, November 1st from 2-4pm. Please RSVP to 754-5919.
Free Rabies Vaccinations & Micro Chipping on October 27th
Posted by: thepinetree on 10/25/2018 10:54 AM
Copperopolis, CA....The Friends of Calaveras Animal Services (FOCAS), Calaveras County Animal Services, Cathy Gatlin, DVM and the Copperopolis Fire Protection District are offering FREE RABIES VACCINATIONS & MICRO-CHIPPING. Saturday ~ October 27, 2018 ~ 9am to 11:30 At the Copperopolis Fire Station, 370 Main Street, Copperopolis
The White House on a Year of Action to Combat the Opioid Crisis
Posted by: thepinetree on 10/24/2018 01:10 PM
Washington, DC...One year ago this week, President Donald J. Trump declared the opioid crisis a public health emergency. Ever since, the Trump Administration has applied an all-of-Government approach to the epidemic, allowing each agency and department to do their part to help the cause. This is a crisis that cannot be solved through Government action alone. Private-sector and nonprofit partners are stepping up and stepping in to make a difference. Today, President Trump hosted 21 of these organizations at the White House. Their work is innovative, groundbreaking, and promising for the millions of Americans who struggle with addiction or support loved ones who do.
The 10th Annual Teddy Bear Clinic Opened Industry Doors for Next Generation
Posted by: thepinetree on 10/24/2018 09:56 PM
San Andreas, CA....Last week and every October for the last decade the grounds and halls of Mark Twain Medical Center have filled with kindergartners from throughout Calaveras County. It is a great event that shows the next generation that EMS, Firefighters, Doctors, Nurses, Law Enforcement & more are there to help them and also provide great examples for potential future careers.
