New app could benefit Flint residents affected by lead water
EAST LANSING, MI – People living in Flint affected by the ongoing water situation now have a new tool to navigate the available community resources.
Methods for taking a child’s temperature vary with age
By Sue Hubbard, M.D.
Throughout the year, especially during flu season, the questions surrounding how to take a child’s temperature and how to treat a fever seem never ending. So let’s jump right in with a discussion on taking temperatures in children of all ages.
NEWS SPOTLIGHT: Lansing’s Latest Homicide Victim is Identified
On Tuesday,March 1, 2016 at approximately 5:22 A.M. Lansing Police were dispatched to the 3200 block of S. Washington (apartment complex) in regard to shots being fired/shooting. Dispatch updated responding Officers the shooting may be on the 5th floor of the apartment building.
NEWS SPOTLIGHT: Ingham County Woman Arrested for Homicide, Child Abuse 1st degree and Torture
On February 29th 2016 the Ingham County Sheriff’s Office, with assistance from the Michigan State Police Fugitive Team, arrested 43 year old Cari Ann Wright of Onondaga in connection with the death of her daughter, the late Hannah Warner, who died at age 16.
NEWS SPOTLIGHT: Michigan’s First Confirmed Case of Zika Virus Reported
LANSING, MI – Michigan health officials have identified the first confirmed case of Zika virus in a Michigan resident. The patient, a female resident of Ingham County, contracted the virus when traveling in a country where Zika virus is being transmitted. The patient, who was not pregnant, experienced symptoms consistent with Zika virus disease shortly after her return to Michigan.
NEWS SPOTLIGHT: Norovirus identified as cause of outbreak at Michigan State University’s Kellogg Center
EAST LANSING, MI– Testing by the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services confirms norovirus is the cause of the gastrointestinal illness that sickened at least 375 people who attended events at Michigan State University’s Kellogg Center from February 16–21.
MSU Presents Its 2016 Apparel and Textile Design Annual Fashion Show
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”The ATD Fashion show allows a wider audience to share in the creativity and innovation in fashion that the Apparel and Textile Program at MSU is known for. It is a fantastic, entertaining
opportunity to showcase the unique talents and visions of our students.” – Jennifer Lantrip
Left: 2015 ATD Design:
by Emma Theis
Beyond the ‘Model Minority’ Image: Asians in the US
Pranee Wilcox, a native of Thailand, immigrated to the U.S. 14 years ago to work in the Thai embassy as a housekeeper. Her journey belies the stereotype of the “model minority.”
Courtesy photo
Minimalist shoes a good choice for some runners, but not right for everyone
Minimalist shoes are shoes intended to closely approximate
barefoot running conditions.They have reduced cushioning, thin soles, and are of lighter weight than other running shoes, allowing for more sensory contact for the foot on the ground while
simultaneously providing the feet with some protection from ground hazards and conditions (such as pebbles and dirt).
Source: wikipedia
Photo: Vibram
FINANCIAL FOCUS: Do-Over Option and Voluntary Suspension for Social Security Benefits
Provided by Sara Frank-Hepfer
Although the social security system allows claims for reduced worker benefits as early as age 62, claiming early may not be your best choice. Fortunately, if you claimed early, you may be able to take advantage of a do-over option that restarts the clock on your benefits. Provided by Sara Frank-Hepfer
Although the social security system allows claims for reduced worker benefits as early as age 62, claiming early may not be your best choice. Fortunately, if you claimed early, you may be able to take advantage of a do-over option that restarts the clock on your benefits.