Lead Poisoning Prevention Week set Oct 21, 2009
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has declared October 18-24 Lead Poisoning Prevention Week as part of the agency's on-going efforts to make families aware of the hazards presented by lead and lead-based paint in the home and in childcare facilities. Families may have lead around the home without knowing it because it can't be seen, tasted, or smelled. (Chatham Star Tribune, VA)
`Dream' of Children in Japan Hinges on Childcare, Minister Fukushima Says Sep 25, 2009
Sept. 25 (Bloomberg) -- Japan needs more childcare facilities to help reverse the trend of an aging and decreasing population, said Mizuho Fukushima, the new minister in charge of addressing the countrys birthrate ... I want to secure enough funding not only for the child allowances, but also to support childcare facilities, she said, adding there are more than 30,000 children who are on the waiting list to be enrolled in daycare centers. (Bloomberg -- Japan)
Brushing Up On Money-Saving Painting Tips Sep 18, 2009
A new federal law beginning April 2010 will require all contractors performing renovation, repair and painting projects that disturb lead-based paint in private homes, childcare facilities, and schools (built prior to 1978) to be certified in the prevention of lead contamination. According to the Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) document titled What You Need to Know About Lead Poisoning, "Despite laws established in the 1970s to make people aware of the dangers of lead and its poisonous... (RealtyTimes)
In two years, La. moves from 44th to 2nd in toddler immunizations Sep 3, 2009
State law requires immunization for all children in schools and childcare facilities in Louisiana. (Copyright 2009 by The Associated Press. (WWLTV.com, LA)
La. 2nd , Miss. 23 in toddler immunizations Sep 3, 2009
State law requires immunization for all children in schools and childcare facilities in Louisiana. lect> Add your comment (max {maxchars} characters) You must be logged in to leave a comment. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Schools await flu vaccination guidelines Aug 20, 2009
Rather, CDC has modified its policy to recommend adopting measures that focus on keeping all student, faculty and staff with symptoms of influenza out of schools and childcare facilities during their period of illness and recuperation, when they are potentially infectious to others. The Iowa Department of Education Web site reports that a vaccine is being developed but its too early to know who will be targeted for vaccination. (Keokuk Daily Gate City, IO)
Hospital prepares to deliver new department renovation Aug 15, 2009
More improvements to KDMC's childcare facilities are in the works. Hoover said the hospital nursery would be moved and expanded as soon as the LDRP rooms are complete. (Brookhaven Daily Leader, MS)
Parents complaining to doctors that some daycare centers refuse to apply sunscreen Jul 1, 2009
misshoneybee wrote on Jun 25, 2009 3:31 PM:" If the suncreen is not being reapplied during the day, maybe these parents need to reconsider changing childcare facilities. If the staff is not applying suncreen, what ELSE are they NOT doing? I would have no reservations removing my child from a facility when proper care/services come into question. Of course, not everyone feels the way that I do. " ... misshoneybee wrote on Jun 25, 2009 3:17 PM:" In that way, it becomes routine to them, like... (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
Female medics 'to outnumber male' Jun 3, 2009
" Professor Jane Dacre, chair of the working group which produced the report, said: "More research is essential to find out how reorganising shift patterns and access to childcare facilities will affect the choices doctors make about how they work. " Sir Liam Donaldson said: "We will work with the leadership of the medical profession to ensure that women have every opportunity to realise their aspiration when they choose a career in medicine. (BBC News -- UK)
Plano MCOR hosts Citizenship Workshop May 28, 2009
Hospitality will include light refreshments; however, no childcare facilities will be provided. For additional information, visit or e-mail. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
Banning smoking in public places May 15, 2009
New York City has passed many smoke-free laws that ban smoking at restaurants, playgrounds, childcare facilities, outdoor concerts with assigned seating, and even in outdoor sports stadiums. Most American hospitals are now smoke-free. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
A&M officials on H1N1: no foreseen closures May 8, 2009
Previously identified as the Swine Flu, cases of the H1N1 virus in the U.S. have not been severe and are comparable in severity to seasonal influenza, according to interim CDC guidance for schools and childcare facilities, updated Monday. According to a news release, Aarchers and Dr. John Quarles, head of the Department of Microbial and Molecular Pathogenesis at the Health Scien are working on a vaccine for influenza as well as trying to understand how the virus mutates. (The Battalion, TX)
Possible swine flu case closes North Bend schools (1993) May 8, 2009
"Sick people (students, faculty and staff) should stay home unless they need to seek medical care and stay away from schools regardless of whether schools and childcare facilities are operating normally or have dismissed students or closed, respectively."- They should have sent the sick child home ... "Dismissal of students in a school and closure of childcare facilities should be considered in schools with one or more laboratory-confirmed or non-subtypable influenza A case among students,... (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
UPDATE: As swine flu spreads in Mass., Easton officials watchful May 6, 2009
Saucier is working closely with local schools, healthcare facilities, childcare facilities and elderly housing communities to monitor absenteeism or potential illnesses. He is meeting weekly with department heads at town hall and is also in contact with state and federal health officials to stay up to date on a public health situation that is changing daily. (Easton Journal, MA)
What you should know about swine flu May 5, 2009
Schools and childcare facilities should close for up to 14 days depending on the extent and severity of the illness and in consultation with local and state public health officials. Children are likely to be infectious for about 7-10 days after the onset of illness. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Health)
Area residents not fazed by swine flu alert May 1, 2009
In the meantime, on Wednesday, the Health Department of Northwest Michigan issued an advisory stating that schools and childcare facilities in unaffected areas should begin to prepare for the possibility of school dismissal or childcare facility closure. This includes asking teachers, parents and officials in charge of critical school-associated programs such as meal services to make contingency plans, said public information officer, Jane Sundmacher. (Gaylord Herald Times, MI)
210 ABC centres to be sold Apr 15, 2009
Before PPB's announcement this morning, Deputy Prime Minister Julia Gillard pledged Government help for the parents of children to secure alternative childcare facilities. The Government helped parents of children at 55 centres closed in December find services for their kids. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Libraries join One Book, Every Young Child program Mar 28, 2009
The program kicked off with a reception at the Pennsylvania State Capitol earlier this week. The Minors are spending 18 days visiting libraries in the state. (Somerset Daily American, PA)
First 5 spotlights quality childcare Mar 21, 2009
Van Galio, of the Marian Hospital Children s Center, was part of a group from First 5 Santa Barbara County and the county Child Care Planning Council touring Rice State Preschool in Santa Maria and other local childcare facilities. Len Wood/Staff. (Lompoc Record, CA)
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Many other childcare facilities cost anywhere from $700 to $1,200 a month and parents said that those programs were not near the quality of Highline's program. Just five years ago, the school built a new facility for the on-site daycare program, which Highline president Jack Bermingham has called the "best in the state.". (Enumclaw Courier Herald, WA)
Equality soon? Mar 10, 2009
The Commission has proposed legislation to reinforce the right to maternity leave and has recommended action to provide more and better childcare facilities. We have also begun talks with employers and trade unions on parental leave. (BBC News -- Business)
Canadian Auto Workers Agree to Freeze Wages at GM, Extend Contract to 2012 Mar 9, 2009
The union also agreed to suspend cost-of-living adjustments for wages and pensions and lower expenses on programs such as childcare facilities and training by a third, the union said. Workers and pensioners under 65 will pay a C$30 monthly co-pay premium for health and non-wage benefits, and those over 65 will incur C$15 a month. (Bloomberg -- Canada)
Letter: Parents: Check closely into childcare arrangements Feb 18, 2009
This incident underscores the importance of parents and guardians to research childcare facilities in the community ... It is extremely important to assure the children attend licensed, quality, competently staffed childcare facilities ... I am the owner and director of three childcare facilities in Butte. (Montana Standard, MT)
Debating shots: Some claim vaccines cause problems Feb 17, 2009
You won t find it on any calendar, but Exclusion Day is the deadline when all Oregon children in public and private schools, preschools, Head Start and certified childcare facilities must have required immunizations or religious or medical exemptions. Exclusion Day is drawing extra attention this year because Oregon requires two new vaccines, Hepatitis A and Tdap. (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)
How to Feel at Home After You Move Feb 14, 2009
Make initial contact with childcare facilities. Depending on the area you move to, you may need to put your name on a waiting list. (Pekin Times, IL)
Free for families: Winter fun festival for preschoolers Feb 11, 2009
Get information about childcare facilities, child development, and health issues in a fair-style exhibit with games and prizes for the kids. Please contact one of the following persons if you plan on attending or for more information: Amelia Foster, Caswell County Schools, 694-4052, Sandra Hudspeth Caswell County Partnership for Children, 694-1538, or Brody Dixon, Caswell County Health Department, 694-4129. (Yanceyville Caswell Messenger, NC)
Ask an Expert Feb 10, 2009
4 billion for "family friendly" military construction projects family housing, childcare facilities, etc. $500 million to secure dams, bridges, and tunnels $4. (USA Today -- Money)
