About 140K without power in Arkansas Sep 4, 2008
Health department workers were inspecting shelters statewide to make sure the food, water and sanitation was acceptable, and department nurses and doctors were monitoring evacuees for any signs of illness. Mason said friends and relatives of those who fled Louisiana to Arkansas ahead of Gustav can call a hotline for word of their loved ones. (Pine Bluff Commercial, AR)
Africa signs on to the WHO campaign for patient safetyYaounde, Cameroon (PANA) - Ministers of Health from 39 African countries have signed on to the World Health Organisation's (WHO)'s global campaign aimed at ensuring the safety of patients. 04/09/2008 Full Text... Sep 4, 2008
The first challenge, which was launched in 2005, has also reached beyond hand hy giene, and attention has been focused on the promotion of clear care practices i n their broadest sense, relating to established WHO programmes concerned with in j ection and immunisation safety, emergency and surgical procedure safety, blood t r ansfusion safety and safe water and sanitation. According to WHO, HAI is a global problem, with over 1. (Panapress.com)
Pledge by African Ministers to stem health care-associated infectionsYaounde, Cameroon (PANA) - Following are the highlights of the pledge signed by39 African Ministers of Health to become part of a global movement to address health care-associated infections under the WHO's 'Clean Care is Safer Care' initiative. 04/09/2008 Full Text... Sep 4, 2008
Considering the use of WHO strategies and guidelines to tackle health care- associated infection, in particular in areas of hand hygiene, blood safety, inje c tion and immunisation safety, clinical procedure safety and water, sanitation an d waste management safety. Yaounde - 04/09/2008. (Panapress.com)
Huge Sewage Spill Fouls Coast Near Border Sep 4, 2008
Overflow Occurred During Scheduled Shutdown Of Sanitation Plant ... The health said the overflow of contamination occurred between 6 p.m. Tuesday and early Wednesday morning during a scheduled maintenance shutdown of a sanitation plant in northern. (NBCSandiego.com, CA)
Thai PM refuses to resign or call elections Sep 4, 2008
Pressure on Samak mounted as Foreign Minister Tej Bunnag resigned after just six weeks on the job, and the protesters vowed not to leave their campsite on the Government House lawn, now a stinking mudpit with little sanitation. "His speech only increased my confidence that what we are doing is not wrong. We will not go anywhere as long as he stays," said media mogul and protest leader Sondhi Limthongkul. (Yahoo News -- Top Stories)
Christian Council calls for tolerance Sep 4, 2008
"We must be pro-active in the election process by engaging all political aspirants on critical national issues and the feasibility of their programmes to improve the living standards of the people, fight rigorously against corruption and crime, promote good governance and national integration. "Others are to increase productivity and labour wages, ensure quality spending of state resources, create more jobs for the youth and guarantee the affordability and accessibility of quality essential... (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Ghana to get $1.7m to fight Malaria Sep 4, 2008
She said: "In Africa Malaria is the number one killer of children under age five, it is unacceptable that this preventable disease still claims the lives of so many. She expressed worry about statistics in Ghana which showed that more bed-nets have been distributed but the number of children under age five who sleep under bed-nets was not up to the number of bed-nets distributed. The insecticide treated nets, she said, had proved to be an effective way of preventing about 80 percent of malaria... (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Tweapease clinic Innaugurated Sep 4, 2008
Mr Asamoah called on the people to take environmental and personal sanitation seriously as a means of reducing diseases. He said the incidence of malaria for instance, could be drastically reduced if communities would keep sound and healthy environments. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Federal preschool program kicks off a new year Sep 4, 2008
Head Start gives children a boost in behavior, sanitation and social development, as well as kindergarten readiness. DeLaCruz said that in a typical day, Head Start begins with children washing their hands and having a meal -- breakfast for morning sessions , lunch for afternoon sessions. (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
Lack of attention to sanitation Sep 4, 2008
3 billions in 2006 due to poor sanitation ... The figures showed no substantial difference, and they were even bigger in previous years as the sanitation condition was a lot poorer ... These all indicate that we have paid minimum attention to sanitation. (Jakarta Post, Indonesia -- Editorial)
Rains snuff Gunbarrel Sep 4, 2008
The teams also managed to infuse about 2 million into the local economy by purchasing or hiring materials such as ice, sanitation services, catering, car rentals, construction crews and the services of trucking companies. Pumping money back into the community here is part of our management objective, Broyles told the commission. (Cody Enterprise, WY)
Consider Early Weaning as a Cost-Control Strategy Sep 4, 2008
Considerations for pen layout, sanitation and animal comfort are still necessary, too. Early-weaned calves are even more selective about what they ll eat than traditionally-weaned calves are. (Agri-View, WI)
What did the Romans give us? AIDS Sep 4, 2008
Well, apart from the usual answers of roads, sanitation and a fondness for wine, it appears they have also made us more vulnerable to HIV.. According to genetic research published on Wednesday, when Julius Caesar made his first exploratory visit to our shores in 55BC he triggered a chain of events which may have lowered our resistance to the virus which leads to Aids. (Daily Mail)
Pre-washed salad is a dirty trick Sep 4, 2008
The workforce there depends too on migrants, many of whom live in makeshift cardboard houses without sanitation. You can tell how worried the industry is from all the work being done. (guardian.co.uk)
Thai FM hands in resignation as protesters refuse to budge Sep 4, 2008
If Mr Samak doesn't go we will not talk to anybody," said media mogul Sondhi Limthongkul, who has spearheaded the movement. No soldiers were seen around the protest site Wednesday, where 5,000 activists had again slept on the Government House lawn -- now little more than a smelly mass of mud after days of occupation with little sanitation. One senior aide to Samak told reporters that the premier was surprised that Anupong had not taken any action against the protesters. "Anupong should not be a... (Channelnewsasia.com)
Full Story » Sep 4, 2008
" In addition to the street protests, Samak faces a barrage of court cases that have forced three ministers to resign and threaten to bring down his government. Adding to the pressure, Foreign Minister Tej Bunnag, a former royal adviser who only took office six weeks ago, resigned late Wednesday. Samak said during his national address that he accepted Tej's resignation. Samak said that Tej had resigned because the stress of his job had taken a toll on his wife's health. "In the resignation... (Channelnewsasia.com)
Angola Holds First Vote in 16 Years as Oil Boom Bypasses Poor Sep 3, 2008
UNITA, led by former diplomat , and other opposition parties are looking to capitalize on growing discontent among the urban poor, who lack running water, proper sanitation and other services. At the same time, the oil company, Sonangol SA, posted sales of $17 billion last year. (Bloomberg)
* The WHO has a manifesto for global recession Sep 3, 2008
The evidence, not to mention common-sense, shows that economic growth is a cause of improved health, largely because it allows people to afford better living conditions, sanitation and health technology. One study shows that if rates of economic growth in less developed countries had been only 1. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Thai protesters reject talks as strike fails to bite Sep 3, 2008
No soldiers were seen around the protest site early Wednesday, where 5,000 activists had again slept on the Government House lawn, now little more than a smelly mass of mud, after days of occupation with little sanitation. Samak told CNN that he believed the army would find a way to break up the protesters, although he refused to rule out the possibility that the generals could use the turmoil as a pretext to stage a coup -- as they did after the same protesters rallied against then-premier... (Yahoo News -- Top Stories)
India flood victims face disease threat Sep 2, 2008
"In some of the mega camps being built there is adequate sanitation, but those are not yet complete," said Mani Kumar, an emergency specialist with the agency. 500,000 water tablets distributedKumar said the threat remained while people were in overcrowded temporary camps. (MSNBC -- International)
As SEIU Leads Growth of Union Membership, SEIU 721 Launches 21st Century Member Resource This Labor Day Week Sep 2, 2008
SEIU 721 represents more than 80,000 social workers, nurses, sanitation drivers, and other public service workers across Southern California. "Imagine calling a toll-free number and getting a live person to ask questions about your health care, vacation, and rights on the job. That's something millions of American workers would love to have," said David Green, an L.A. County adoption social worker. (PR Newswire)
Organic Gardening Shortcuts Sep 2, 2008
Sanitation in the fall denies pests a place to over winter. Clean up fallen leaves and fruit. (Suite101.com)
Oregon Coast residents face huge rise in sewage bills Sep 2, 2008
"A lot of people are extremely upset," said Jeannie Ferguson, who lives in the Big Spruce R.V. Park and is a member of an advisory committee for the Netarts Oceanside Sanitation District ... The Netarts Oceanside Sanitation District, which serves a population of about 1,000, already spent $7. (OregonLive, OR -- News)
India Deploys 3000 Soldiers to Bihar as Toll Rises (Update1) Sep 2, 2008
Health and sanitation is a big challenge and there are cases of diarrhea being reported,'' Unnikrishnan said. This is the worst floods I have seen as the land's topography is changing by the day due to rising waters. (Bloomberg)
India rushes doctors, medicine to flood victims Sep 2, 2008
"In some of the mega camps being built there is adequate sanitation, but those are not yet complete," said Mani Kumar, an emergency specialist with the agency. Kumar said the threat remained while people were in overcrowded temporary camps. (Northwest Indiana Times)
EXODUS FROM NEW ORLEANS...A 'ghost town'... Sep 1, 2008
More than 1,800 people died along the US Gulf Coast in 2005, most of them in New Orleans, where thousands were stranded for days without food or sanitation. "We both felt very good about the way things are going now. It is just nice to see a plan come together," Nagin said. (The Drudge Report)
Cost of disasters hits Western Cape economy Sep 1, 2008
The reports documented specific and associated costs in sanitation, electricity, water supply infrastructure, roads, storm water drainage and other municipal infrastructure. Keegan said one of the difficulties associated with determining disaster impacts was addressing issues of "absolute" and "proportionate" loss. (Business Report, South Africa)
County proposes zoning changes Aug 31, 2008
County sanitation and subdivision regulations already restrict development in riparian areas and in floodplains. Officials also are proposing a process through which landowners can challenge the treatment requirements in their area. (Helena Independent Record, MT)
Millions flee as Indian floods worsen Aug 31, 2008
The agency is mobilizing to help the displaced and is working with the government to deliver supplies and services: food, medicine, clean water, access to sanitation, halogen tablets and salt packets. The agency said families are crowding into relief camps, but UNICEF warns that such camps could become overcrowded and that people there could be at risk to communicable diseases. (CNN -- International)
Build a disaster kit Aug 31, 2008
(two quarts for drinking, two quarts for each person in your household for food preparation/sanitation) ... Plastic garbage bags, ties (for personal sanitation uses). (The Clarion-Ledger)
Santa Clara Implementing 'Sharp' New Policy Aug 31, 2008
When improperly disposed they pose a heath threat to sanitation workers, children, adults and pets, according to the county. Copyright 2008 by. (NBC 11, CA)
Georgia: Displaced Persons Start Trying to Rebuild Aug 30, 2008
Water and sanitation services are also still being completed. In the shelters and at the tent city, various relief organizations, including the World Food Program, UNICEF and UNHCR, are coordinating the distribution of food and aid. (EurasiaNet.org)
Africa:Fighting Children's Silent Killer Aug 30, 2008
Diarrheal disease, the second leading cause of child death worldwide, is caused by environmental factors dirty water and lack of sanitation ... Cost-effective and readily available interventions, like point-of-use water treatments and low-cost latrines, can provide clean drinking water and access to improved sanitation ... The water and sanitation professionals mind their own business, and the health experts mind theirs. (allAfrica.com)
Ban offers condolences to flood-hit in India, Nepal Aug 30, 2008
He stressed that the agency's priority is to deliver urgently-needed supplies and ensure that children and women who are must vulnerable to disease receive medicine, clean water, sanitation and food. "Even at best of times, South Asia has many of the poorest in the world," Toole stated. (Hindu)
Nearly 40 said killed in fighting in NW Pakistan Aug 30, 2008
But nearly 100,000 are staying in camps, some set up in schools or in open areas with little or no sanitation, raising fear of disease and concern the government might soon face a humanitarian crisis on top of its many other problems. But the action has eased fears in the United States and among other allies that the new government might not prosecute the unpopular campaign against militants with the same commitment that Musharraf did. (International Herald Tribune)
Zimbabwe lifts ban on aid groups, but its effects linger Aug 30, 2008
In the letter, McGee also said that 170,000 schoolchildren had been denied food donated by the United States because of the ban, while 455,000 people had missed out on water, sanitation and public health programs. McGee said the government must immediately lift the restrictions and stop harassing aid workers. (International Herald Tribune)
Hobby breeders' accident costing county thousands Aug 29, 2008
There are some cases of hording however hording is the inability to provide even minimal standards of nutrition, sanitation, shelter, and veterinary care, with this neglect often resulting in starvation, illness and death, as defined by the Hording of Animals Research Consortium (HARC). Hording also encompasses Denial of the inability to provide this minimum care and the impact of that failure on the animals, the household and human occupants of the dwelling. (Catoosa County News, GA)
UN to assist in flood-hit Bihar Aug 29, 2008
"UNICEF focuses its response on delivering life-saving supplies like medicines, drinking water and sanitation equipment to ward off the threat of disease amongst the affected children," McCormick said. Related Stories. (India Times, India -- Community News)
Embattled county board member Nuckolls arrested Aug 29, 2008
In his new position, Nuckolls handles issues involving sanitation and workplace accidents. The McLean County Board previously hired an outside attorney to review the matter because Megan Nelson works for the county. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Media practitioners urged to highlight sanitation issues Aug 29, 2008
Bolgatanga, Aug. 28, GNA - Media Practitioners have been urged to highlight sanitation issues, that were seriously affecting the society. Ms Irene Mensah, a representative of the Ministry of Local Government and Rural Development (MLGRDE) made the call during a Photo Exhibition in connection with the International Year of Sanitation (IYS), held in Bolgatanga, Upper East region ... Ms Mensah who is also the Coordinator in charge of the Photo Exhibition and Media Briefing of the IYS, stressed that... (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Sanitation: Difficult homework Aug 29, 2008
Sanitation in this country remains a complicated problem ... Pathetically, the government's attention to this sector is too small despite the fact that sanitation relates closely to public health ... Furthermore, good sanitation will boost progress. (Jakarta Post, Indonesia -- Editorial)
Our Opinion City offers more prudent ambulance proposal Aug 28, 2008
bondage_boy_386 wrote on Aug 26, 2008 8:51 AM:" With lazy fireman and a corrupt city government (who doesn't care about the sanitation issue of their own employees) I think I will move out of Cole County and move to a county that is more safe and secure and where I can trust the ambulance to service give me proper patient care. ". bondage_boy_386 wrote on Aug 26, 2008 8:48 AM:" In 1972 or 1973 the state of Missouri had authorized ambulance districts. Again, look at the communities around us... (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
The Recycling Corner: Aug. 28 Aug 28, 2008
For more information on Sanitation, Recycling and Hazardous Waste, visit townofbrooklinemass ... The Recycling Corner is submitted by the Brookline Solid Waste Advisory Committee in conjunction with the Department of Public Works Sanitation Division. (Brookline TAB, MA)
Nkwanta South District achieves 100 percent case reduction Aug 28, 2008
Mr Denteh, who could not provide statistics on the situation, however attributed the success story to inter-sectoral collaboration among major actors including World Vision International (WVI), DANIDA under the Community Water and Sanitation Agency (CWSA) and several development partners. On the District Mutual Health Insurance Scheme, he said registered clients as of April, this year, numbered 61,146 out of which 47,643 are valid card bearers, representing 42. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Eco-friendly Clark Aug 28, 2008
Terry Clark cited that the World Health Organization has put forth three criteria for longer, healthier lives in humans: better medicine, better sanitation and better pest control. He said that at Clark, they are environmentalist, because they know how their practices affect their surroundings and clients. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
Investigative unit exposes political corruption Aug 27, 2008
Hearn has targeted plenty of city agencies including the fire and sanitation departments - but none got hit as hard or as publicly as the Administration for Children's Services. In a report last year, Hearn's investigators revealed the inadequacies at the child welfare agency that led to the deaths of 11 children, including the shocking killing of a little girl named Nixzmary Brown. (Boston Globe)
West Africa:WHO Raises Alarm Over Region's Floods Aug 27, 2008
WHO is helping supply clean water and provide appropriate sanitation, distribute bed nets and essential drugs, and undertake measles vaccinations for children. In Niger, 24, 000 people have been displaced, while 12, 000 have been displaced in Togo. (allAfrica.com)
Water scarcity is causing food shortages and environmental decline - so why is it ignored? Aug 27, 2008
Since the formulation of the UN Millennium Development Goals (MDGs), much of the water agenda has been focused around the provision of drinking water and sanitation ... While improving drinking water and sanitation is vital with respect to health and living standards, we cannot afford to neglect the provision and improved productivity of water for agriculture ... How should we prioritise drinking water, sanitation and the needs of agriculture. (BBC News -- Science)
New Alcohol-Based Hand Sanitizer May Minimize Viral Transmission, Including Norovirus Aug 27, 2008
21, 2000) Instant hand sanitizers may not be everything consumers expect, according to a Purdue university professor who teaches sanitation practices for food service. (Jan. (Science Daily)
In Bisbee fees for sewer, trash are going up Aug 27, 2008
BISBEE Bisbee residents are once again going to see an increase in their sewer and sanitation bills ... The 3 percent increase in sanitation fees cover the cost of operations, the county tipping fees and allow some money to go into a special fund that will eventually pay for new trucks as they are needed, she added. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
More support for subdistricts Aug 27, 2008
According to the new program, each subdistrict will add three working units to its existing five: demography and civil registry; sanitation and the environment; and public health ... "Demography and civil registrations, as well as sanitation and environmental issues, used to be handled at the municipal level," he added. (Jakarta Post, Indonesia -- City)
Dengue rise fuels alarm in Delhi, NCR Aug 26, 2008
In Gurgaon, however, governments efforts to contain the disease seem to have proved futile because of high population density, poor sanitation and unhygienic conditions. A team of health department from Chandigarh is visiting Gurgaon to take stock of the situation. (India Times, India)
Ex-husband held in Banks murder Aug 26, 2008
i know from working with her that her family meant the world to her. Denise was a good friend, mother and grandmother. (Brownwood Bulletin, TX)
Young Indonesians seek a new order Aug 26, 2008
"[We still lack the] social-economic underpinnings for a functioning democracy," said Juwono Sudarsono, a former education minister and now minister of defense, noting that just 1% of Indonesians have access to proper sanitation and sewage. Indonesia is awash in elections and political parties, but no party or politician has been strong enough to break the political sclerosis. (Asia Times Online)
Asian shares drop on U.S. financial sector woes Aug 26, 2008
With billions around the world living without a toilet, sanitation experts are pushing to get this most basic. 9:01AM 8:59AM 8:56AM 8:44AM* 8:44AM 8:44AM* 8:44AM 7:59AM 7:58AM 7:55AM 8:56AM 6:14AM* 4:04AM 12:21AM 11:34PM * updated. (International Herald Tribune)
Ghana reverse brain drain in the health sector Aug 26, 2008
Dr Kennedy said Nana Akufo-Addo would engage 20,000 sanitary inspectors annually, for the next five years to help improve the sanitation situation of the country, and also establish a system to turn the solid and liquid waste of the country into electricity. Mr Yaw Barima, Member of Parliament for New Juaben South, congratulated members of the association for joining the campaign of the NPP to attract more voters, using the service they rendered. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Fritz Baffour Outraged By EC Aug 26, 2008
When elected, he said, he would his position to get work done on the road network, drainage system, sanitation, streetlights and above all security in the area. Source:The Lens. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
India reports severe communicable diseases Aug 26, 2008
"However, problems still exist. Changing weather pattern and heavy rains do result in breeding of mosquitoes, and unhygienic sanitation conditions still prevail," the Minister said. Editor: Wang Hongjiang. (Xinhuanet, China)
Foundation of Jorhat Medical College laid Aug 26, 2008
Chief Minister Tarun Gogoi, speaking at the rally, dwelt on the steps initiated by the State Government to ameliorate poverty, provide drinking water and sanitation facilities and improve the healthcare system. He acknowledged the assistance received from the UPA Government in addressing the problems of infiltration, floods and erosion. (Assam Tribune)
Financial Estimate of Impact from Bartor Road Product Recall Aug 25, 2008
Management estimates that the Company will incur direct costs related to the recalls, primarily reimbursement for returned product, factory sanitation and other direct expenses, of approximately $20 million before taxes and expects that the charge will be included in the third quarter ended September 2008. This estimate is based on information available to the Company at this time and is subject to change, depending on the actual amounts of product returned by customers. (PR Newswire)
After 5 years of war, Iraqis desperate for water Aug 25, 2008
New investments in water and sanitation are only slowly bearing fruit even as Iraq seeks to capitalise on a dramatic drop in violence over the past year ... 4 billion on Iraq's water and sanitation sector, and the Iraqi government has now taken over funding major construction ... In the meantime, the government, the United Nations, and some aid groups dispense water from trucks in some of the neediest areas of Baghdad, said Vinod Alkari, a water and sanitation expert with the United Nations... (AlertNet)
RCC Sets up Committee to investigate sale of unwholesome maize Aug 25, 2008
The Upper East Regional Coordinating Council (RCC) has set up a five-man committee under the Chairmanship of the Regional CEPS Commander to investigate how 250 bags of unwholesome maize that were declared by the Environment and Sanitation Unit of the RCC as not safe for human consumption got onto the market and sold at 2 Ghana cedis per bag ... He said when the administration's attention was drawn to it, it ordered the "Environmental and Sanitation Unit" to inspect them and give an advice. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Campaigns take bird flu education to villages Aug 25, 2008
"As the government can't walk alone in fighting bird flu, community groups can definitely act to bring bird flu campaigns closer to the public as they have members across the country," Health Ministry Director General for Disease Control and Environmental Sanitation, I Nyoman Kandun, said during the campaign. He said Muhammadiyah, with some 30 millions members, could help the government prevent and control bird flu outbreaks across the country. (Jakarta Post, Indonesia)
Floods in W'Africa may cause disease outbreak, says WHO Aug 25, 2008
The global health agency said it is helping to ameliorate the situation by supplying clean water and provide appropriate sanitation, distribute bed nets and essential drugs, and undertake measles vaccinations for children. Tools. (Guardian News, Nigeria)
A blueprint for good Aug 24, 2008
And by offering a shadow immigrant population basic human needs - shelter, sanitation, and a safe place to seek work - the station suggests a powerful idea for everyone involved to consider: that day laborers have worth and a place in the social fabric. In the age of "starchitecture," where prestige buildings and celebrity designers reign supreme, Peterson and his colleagues might be making some of the boldest statements in urban design today. (Boston Globe)
