Give kids a healthy start
By Tanya Remer Altmann, MD Special to the Thousand Oaks Acorn
      Just as important as a new winter coat, festive decorations, family gatherings and resolutions this holiday season, a physical exam will help prepare your child or teen for a healthy year ahead. School requirements have changed, and many important immunizations are required prior to entering ...
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Saving lives one drop at a time
      In three seconds—the time it takes to read this sentence— someone will need blood. Although the supply of blood fluctuates, the need for it is constant. On any given day, patients in the United States need approximately 38,000 units of red blood cells.
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Blood donations needed during the holiday season
      Blood donations traditionally decline during the holiday season, raising concerns for the local blood supply, according to United Blood Services Central Coast. Each day, about 270 units of blood products are needed to maintain an adequate supply for those needing blood. During Th...
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Synergy HomeCare opens in Ventura
      Richard Seron recently opened California’s first Synergy HomeCare franchise at 1902 Eastman Ave., Ste. 110 in Ventura. This is the first of 40 Synergy locations planned for California. Synergy HomeCare provides inhome, nonmedical care to individuals requiring daily living assistance.
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ALS support group to meet
      The Greater Los Angeles chapter of the ALS Association will have a support group meeting from 1 to 2:30 p.m. Sat., Dec. 16. It will be held at the Westlake Village Community Room, 31200 Oak Crest Drive, Westlake Village. The meeting is free. The group offers support for people with ALS, ...
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