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As Flu Rates Increase, Urgent Care Clinics Expand Their Locations

Financiarul January 13, 2015July 19, 2024Headlinesflu epidemic, flu season, flu symptoms, urgent care facilities Leave a comment

Everyone knows that, during the colder winter months, the flu — a viral infection that targets the body’s respiratory system — can run rampant. However, many people may be surprised to hear that this common condition can be fatal, especially when it is contracted by patients who are very old or very young. For this reason, doctors typically recommend that patients get a yearly flu vaccination and seek out medical care if they experience any symptoms. Now, due to the … Continue reading “As Flu Rates Increase, Urgent Care Clinics Expand Their Locations”

Will More Body Cameras Really Help Solve the Issue of Police Brutality?

Financiarul January 5, 2015July 19, 2024Headlines, Technology Leave a comment

With a simmering distrust brewing between minority communities and police departments across the nation, the call for police body cameras is growing louder. However, critics argue that more body cameras will not offer a viable solution. At the beginning of December, the White House asked for $263 million in funding for more police body cameras and training. On December 16, L.A. Mayor Eric Garcetti announced that the City of Angels would buy 7,000 body cameras for police, using about $1 … Continue reading “Will More Body Cameras Really Help Solve the Issue of Police Brutality?”

Swiss Legislators Agree to Stricter Financial Guidelines for FIFA and IOC

Financiarul December 23, 2014July 19, 2024Business, Financing, Taxes & Law Leave a comment

Switzerland’s parliament recently passed a bill with the intention of curbing corruption by increasing the financial scrutiny of over 60 international sports bodies, including FIFA and the International Olympic Committee (IOC). The new set of stricter laws, known as “Lex FIFA” (FIFA law), are a direct response to several years of corruption allegations. Swiss lawmakers voted 128 to 62 in favor of reforming a more inclusive bill based on the strict guidelines created by the intergovernmental Financial Action Task Force … Continue reading “Swiss Legislators Agree to Stricter Financial Guidelines for FIFA and IOC”

Real Estate Market Recovery Rate Becomes Wobbly as Housing Rates Fall

Financiarul December 18, 2014July 19, 2024Economy, Investing Leave a comment

The residential real estate market made a strong post-recession comeback, even thriving in certain areas of the U.S., especially the heartland. However, the market is experiencing a setback for the first time in three months following a startling November report. According to figures from the Commerce Department in Washington, in the first drop since August housing rates fell 1.6% to a 1.03 million annualized rate, a decrease from October’s 1.05 million pace which was stronger than anticipated. The culprit behind … Continue reading “Real Estate Market Recovery Rate Becomes Wobbly as Housing Rates Fall”

California Supreme Court Agrees To Evaluate Constitutionality of Medical Malpractice Damages Cap

Financiarul December 9, 2014July 19, 2024Taxes & Lawlaw, medical malpractice, supreme court Leave a comment

After California voters in November voted against a proposal to raise the state’s cap on medical malpractice damages, it appears that the state’s Supreme Court will have the final say on the matter, and could very well decide to rule against popular opinion. The state’s current malpractice cap is $250,000, and it has been in place for 39 years since California passed the Medical Injury Compensation Reform Act in 1975. Proposition 46 would have raised the cap to $1.1 million, … Continue reading “California Supreme Court Agrees To Evaluate Constitutionality of Medical Malpractice Damages Cap”

Doctor Brings Rare Spinal Procedure to Utah

Financiarul December 8, 2014July 19, 2024Business, Entrepreneurs Leave a comment

A study published earlier this year showed that back pain is the leading cause of disability worldwide, and millions of Americans are suffering from chronic back and neck pain at any given time. Hoping to provide relief for this pressing concern, one doctor has introduced a rare new procedure in Utah. Spinal surgeon Armen Khachatryan helped to pioneer the procedure, an artificial disc implantation that can replace the spinal fusion surgery usually used in such cases. “With disc replacement, our … Continue reading “Doctor Brings Rare Spinal Procedure to Utah”

UK Training Manager Travels to Tanzania to Educate on Standards of Forklift Safety

Financiarul December 5, 2014July 19, 2024Business, Economy, Financingforklift, forklift battery, safety Leave a comment

A UK training manager recently spent two weeks in Tanzania to help raise forklift safety standards among driving instructors and workers there. According to the African Business Review, Field Training Manager for Mentor Training Melvin England spent his time in Africa at the National Institute of Training (NIT) in Tanzania to work toward establishing a comprehensive forklift safety training program. England’s work was part of international charity Transaid’s efforts to bolster development in under-developed nations. “Forklift trucks can be some of … Continue reading “UK Training Manager Travels to Tanzania to Educate on Standards of Forklift Safety”