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Vital routine; Newborn screening program likely saved life of local boy and many others (The Bulletin)

It was their second baby, second son, so Rachel Powderly thought nothing of it when nurses pricked the newborn’s heel shortly after birth last January to take blood.As is done with nearly every baby born in the United States, Nolan Powderly had a spot of blood sent to a state lab where it was tested for numerous disorders. Of those samples, about one in 1,100 come back abnormal. Nolan’s did.

Shingles protection is covered (Belleville News-Democrat)

The new year has brought new protection against shingles for senior citizens in Illinois: As of Thursday, most state-regulated insurance companies are required to cover vaccines for the painful affliction for anyone over 60.

Briefly in Tompkins (The Ithaca Journal)

Ithaca High School students Jacob Evelyn (senior) and Mary Eloundou (sophomore) were awarded first prize and third prize in an essay competition to celebrate the French Presidency of the European Union, which ran from July-December 2008. Janet Bowman, French language teacher at Ithaca High School, learned of the competition through the Cornell Institute for European Studies' outreach program. ...

Healthy happenings (The News-Times)

Here are some events offered in the area for your health, fitness and well-being. Check here each week for new listings.SPECIAL EVENTSäThe Women's Center Open House: For prospective volunteers, Jan. 15 at 11 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. in the community room on the 2nd floor, to learn of the services provided to lessen the trauma associated with domestic violence and sexual assault for women, children and ...

Health Matters (Savannah Morning News)

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