A bank robbery in Stockton, California went terribly wrong on Wednesday. Shorts were fired at people, cars and houses, a high-speed chase that ended with hostages being thrown from a fleeing SUV. Two of the robbers died and also one hostage. Police officers responded to a call of a robbery in north Stockton, Bank of the West branch. Upon arriving at the scene, the officers saw three men take … [Read more...]
Growth In Population Remarks The Big Comeback Of Great White Sharks In US Coasts
Fears that great white sharks are at risk of extinction around the US west coast appear to be wide of the mark, researchers have said. There have been growing concerns about the fate of the species with one report suggesting there were just 200 left in one of its favoured grounds, off the coast of California. A new study by NOAA Fisheries however says that the figures are far higher by a factor … [Read more...]
Whooping cough epidemic declared in California by CDPH
There are ample number of good reasons to get the recommended vaccines and the most important of them is that it could save your child’s, or another child’s life. People who don’t get vaccines for their children and themselves not only put themselves in danger but they put the general public in danger as well. California is currently fighting a surge of a highly contagious bacterial disease … [Read more...]
California Recommends Pertussis Vaccination After Whooping Cough Epidemic
The Department of Public Health of California has strongly recommended the public to vaccinate children against the Pertussis disease as the cases of whooping cough have reached epidemic proportions here. According to the health Nearly 3,460 cases of whooping cough—have been reported to the California Department of Public Health this year. More cases have been reported so far this year than in … [Read more...]
Immunity, WBC count improves by Two Days Starving or Fasting
Fasting or starving is often followed by teens, especially by girls, to shed extra flab. However, the practice is discouraged by the nutritionists and health experts. But a new study has underlined the positive aspects of starving. According to a recent study, fasting helps in improving our immune system by regenerating White Blood Cells (WBCs), essential for fighting diseases and infections. … [Read more...]
Medicaid Problems – Shooting Spree Lead To Medical Legislation Debate
Is it necessary for people with serious mental issues to get psychiatric care? After the last Friday spree in California, the question of whether the country needs to change its standard for civil commitment, which allows people to be hospitalized against their will rises again. On Friday night a 22-year-old college student identified as Elliot Rodger stabbed three people to death at his … [Read more...]
Scientists predict more global warming led-wildfires in California
Wildfire has become a common affair in California over the years. According to the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection, it has responded to more than 1,500 fires this year as compared with about 800 during an average year. Adding to the woes, scientists have found that California is set to see more fiery and warmer future ahead. Three different research works, carried In the … [Read more...]
More California wildfires on the way to go down for the count
Post scorching more than 2,500 acres of land and consuming more than two dozen structures in its path, the Cocos Fire is panned to go down for the count on Sunday. The crew battling that blaze and other wildfires in Southern California anticipate to have it 100% contained at the end of the day. So Cocos resident could now return home,after taking up temporary residence on a green cot in … [Read more...]
Hazardous flame retardants in preschools of California.
Flame retardants like Polybrominated diphenyl ether(PBDE) and tris phosphate compounds are now a world- wide pollution problem. The use of these dreadful chemicals especially in places like pre-schools and day care centres are posing a potential threat to the health of the kids, according to a study conducted by the UC Berkeley researchers. Flame retardants are found to be bioaccumulate, they … [Read more...]
Flu Activity Continues Unabated in California, 202 Reported Dead
The total number of deaths in California from severe influenza has been pegged at 202 this year. The tally includes those who are below 65. The figure is worrisome considering there were just 18 deaths recorded last year, which means an over 11 times increase in fatalities cased from flu. What is even more worrying is that the numbers can go up by a few more considering there are about 41 more … [Read more...]
