Cloud Security Firm Qualys? IPO Opens At $12/Share, Raising $71.8M

As of today, one more enterprise cloud startup is now a publicly-listed company. Qualys -- trading as QLYS -- opened trading today on the Nasdaq with shares priced at $12, in the mid-range of the expected offering of between $11 and $13. After a slow start in the morning, the shares climbed up to $14.85 during the day, to settle down at $14.12 at close. Not quite as much of a rise as Palo Alto Networks when it had its IPO in July 2012 -- where it saw a 26% increase on its opening price of $46 -- but still an increase of 17.7%.

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US immigration chief: Same-sex ties are family ties | USEC IM USA ...

By Miranda Leitsinger, NBC News

Same-sex couples will be considered ?family relationships? in immigration proceedings, according to Department of Homeland Security Secretary Janet Napolitano, a move that could help stem the deportation of those in gay or lesbian binational relationships.

Close family ties to the United States are a factor considered by authorities in deportation cases, and gay and lesbian advocates have long argued for same-sex couples to have the same immigration rights as opposite-sex couples.

?In an effort to make clear the definition of the phrase ?family relationships,? I have directed ICE to disseminate written guidance to the field that the interpretation of the phrase ?family relationships? includes long-term, same-sex partners,? Napolitano said in a letter.

Eight-four members of Congress signed a joint letter to Napolitano on July 31 asking for her to put into writing an order to prevent the deportation and separation of immigrants from their American citizen same-sex partners.

One of those who penned the letter, U.S. Congressman Michael Honda of California, said Napolitano?s response, which he received Thursday night, heralded ?promising news.?

?In the wake of this important victory, we must take a step forward and continue the fight for immigration reform. Current immigration laws are tearing families apart and separating American citizens from their loves ones,? he said in a statement.??No one should have to choose between their spouse and their country, and no family should be left out of the immigration system.?

There are an estimated 36,000 binational gay couples in the U.S. Two such couples have brought lawsuits challenging the Defense of Marriage Act, a U.S. law passed in 1996 that bars federal recognition of same-sex marriages and thereby denies various benefits given to heterosexual couples, such as the right to immigrate.

Rachel B. Tiven, executive director of Immigration Equality, called the announcement a ?huge step forward.?

?Until now, LGBT families and their lawyers had nothing to rely on but an oral promise that prosecutorial discretion would include all families. Today, DHS has responded to Congress and made that promise real. The Administration?s written guidance will help families facing separation and the field officers who are reviewing their cases,? she said in a statement.

Tiven was referring to the prosecutorial discretion laid out in June 2011, when ICE Director John Morton issued a memo requiring staff? to consider the circumstances presented in individual deportation cases, such as whether the person has close family ties to the U.S.

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Day 3 of 25-cent Google Play sale features Mass Effect Infiltrator, Temple Run: Brave, TuneIn Radio Pro and more

Google Play's 25-cent promotional sale has gone into day 3 with a handful of new apps and games that are just about as good as free. Topping the list are:

• Amazing Alex
• TuneIn Radio Pro
• Temple Run: Brave
• HD Widgets
• PicSay Pro
• Monsters Ate my Condo
• Flick Golf!
• ezPDF Reader
• Kids ABC Letters
• Rebuild
• ZombieSmash
• mSecure Password Manager
• Mass Effect Infiltrator
• Dragon, Fly!

Check out our list of Android apps from the first two days below! Many of them have had their prices knocked back up to normal, but maybe you'll luck out. Oh, and be sure to leave a comment if you find any others that are on sale. 

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Poop Snow on an Ancient Burial Ground: This Can't End Well [Wtf]

If Poltergeist taught us anything, it's that you shouldn't build a house on a Native American burial ground. Obviously the owners of Flagstaff's Arizona Snowbowl Ski Resort have never seen that movie because they're literally about to shit all over one, by expanding onto 74 acres of sacred land in the San Francisco Peaks and manufacturing 100 percent of its snow from sewage. More »

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Horse meat on NYC restaurant's menu

NEW YORK CITY (NBC/WNBC) - A delicacy or disgusting? That's the question surrounding the menu of a soon-to-open New York City restaurant.

The M. Wells Diner opens Thursday in Queens, and on the menu: horse meat.

Customers will have a chance to try, horse tartare, or raw horse meat imported from Canada.

Last year, Congress lifted a ban on the slaughter of horses in the U.S., although there is no real market for human consumption of horse meat in the states.

Many Americans consider horses to be pets, but in some European and Asian countries, it's seen as a delicacy.
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Russia's Medvedev plays 'good cop' on Pussy Riot

Russia's Dmitri?Medvedev called for the release of three Pussy Riot members sentenced to two years in prison. Is he trying to distance himself from the decreasingly popular president?

By Fred Weir,?Correspondent / September 13, 2012

Members of the female punk band 'Pussy Riot' (R-L) Nadezhda Tolokonnikova, Maria Alyokhina and Yekaterina Samutsevich sit in a glass-walled cage during a court hearing in Moscow, in this August 17 file photo.

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Dmitri Medvedev, Russia's prime minister and former president, has departed from the official script ? as he sometimes dramatically does ? to call for the release of three Pussy Riot women who were sentenced last month to two years in a penal colony for committing sacrilege in Moscow's premier Orthodox cathedral.

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The women have been in prison since March, and their appeal hearing is set to begin in two weeks. Mr. Medvedev called for the women to be given suspended sentences.

"Imprisonment is a very severe, even frightening responsibility," Medvedev told a meeting of the pro-Kremlin United Russia party, of which he is nominal leader.

"This well-known group of girls have been in prison quite a long time already, and that is a very serious punishment for everything they did, regardless of the sentence?. Prolonging their prison confinement seems unproductive in this case," he added.

Medvedev's comments came just a few days after President Vladimir Putin compared Pussy Riot performances with "witches' sabbaths" and mused over how obscene their name sounds in English in an interview with the Kremlin-run RT network. Otherwise, Mr. Putin insisted he had nothing to do with the case.

On Tuesday Russian state TV aired a "documentary" film entitled "Provocateurs. Part 2" which claimed the brief "punk prayer" performed by Pussy Riot in the Cathedral of Christ the Savior last February was part of an international conspiracy financed by renegade Russian oligarch Boris Berezovsky, who currently lives in London.

Some experts say Medvedev, who has not shone in his new role as prime minister, may be trying to refurbish his liberal credentials amid Russia's fast polarizing political landscape in hopes that he may have a political future if Putin should be forced to leave the Kremlin early.

"Medvedev can't change anything for Pussy Riot, but he's taking care to position himself as a liberal," says Alexei Mukhin, director of the independent Center for Political Information in Moscow.

"After all, he's a former president, head of the United Russia party, and if Putin were to go away he could step up. He's taking care with his biography, to show that he can take a stand."

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[WATCH]: Get in Shape 3 : How to Get Rid of Fat ... - Health & Fitness

There are a few tips for getting rid of fat below your belly button, including doing the plank. Tone up your lower abs with advice from acertified personal fitness trainer in this free video on getting in shape. Expert: Tanya Batts Bio: Tanya Batts has been a certified personal fitness trainer for more than 11 years. She specializes in Pilates, yoga, combat cardio, aerobics, core conditioning and overall strength training. Filmmaker: Reel Media LLC

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101 Steps To Better Health ? Health & Fitness Tips | Health Care Bill ...

ll4.me 101 Steps To Better Health ? Health & Fitness Tips More than any other time in history, people are all vying to have the best, healthiest body possible. The health and fitness industries are making billions of dollars every year on herbal supplements, fitness equipment, gyms and special diets. If you watch TV or read magazines, there are always some intriguing ads and commercials asking for money for products to help you get into shape. While many of these options are good and healthy, others you should stay as far away from as possible. Recently popular over-the-counter diet supplements have been in the news, after a number of deaths were associated with the main ingredient used in many of these pills. Now that you are ready to make a commitment to take care of your body, both internal and external, it is critical to your overall health that you do it the right way. In 101 Steps To Better Health, you will find tips for both health and fitness that will help you lose weight, discover ways to maintain a better, healthier lifestyle and be in the best shape of your life ? all the smart way! 101 Steps To Better Health is divided into two categories. One for health, which focuses on herbal supplements, weight loss, dieting, rest and everything you need to know about taking care of your body on the inside. The other section is fitness, which has both internal and external benefits. On the outside, fitness includes weight lifting, running, sports, walking, things you can ?

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Yosemite hantavirus outbreak may offer clues to rare disease

SAN FRANCISCO (Reuters) - California researchers and public health officials have launched what they describe as a groundbreaking series of studies of a rare mouse-borne virus that has infected at least nine Yosemite National Park visitors, killing three of them, since June.

By using the 1,200-square-mile (3,100-square-km) park and its rodent and human populations as a giant natural laboratory, scientists hope to gain new insights into how hantavirus is transmitted, how varied it might be and why certain people seem more susceptible than others.

The effort will include the first whole-genome sequencing for the hantavirus strain that struck Yosemite over the summer in the biggest cluster of cases since the disease was first identified in the United States in 1993.

Public health officials are also developing an unprecedented voluntary medical screening of the scenic park's 2,500-plus employees.

Dr. Charles Chiu, an infectious disease specialist from the University of California, San Francisco, said researchers would take blood samples from workers in an effort to find clues to how the virus infects people and how it might be prevented.

Chiu already has begun performing genome sequencing of the virus using tissue samples taken from patients infected in this summer's outbreak, as well as with tissue taken from rodents carrying the virus in Yosemite and throughout California.

Danielle Buttke, a National Park Service veterinary epidemiologist, said: "We want to take this opportunity to learn as much about the disease as we possibly can ... I think there's a lot to be learned here."

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Chiu said his study will examine whether the virus that infected Yosemite visitors last summer is the same as the strain first identified in 1993, when a then-mysterious disease now known as hantavirus pulmonary syndrome struck 18 people in the U.S. Southwest.

"Is this a different strain, potentially a mutated virus? Has the virus evolved?" Chiu asked. "I actually don't think so, but the only way to confirm that is to do the study."

Deer mice carry the airborne virus in their droppings, urine and saliva. People can inhale it when it mixes with dust, especially in confined, poorly ventilated spaces. Humans have never been known to transmit it.

All but one of the Yosemite visitors who contracted the disease over the summer are believed to have been exposed in Yosemite's Curry Village area while staying in double-walled tent cabins later found to have been infested by deer mice.

There is no cure for hantavirus pulmonary syndrome, which kills more than a third of those infected. But early detection through blood tests and supportive hospital care increase the chances of survival.

The disease can incubate for as long as six weeks after infection. Initial flu-like symptoms can lead quickly to severe breathing difficulties and death.

Investigators are trapping and examining rodents in Yosemite to gauge the size of the population of deer mice and the percentage carrying the microbe.

In one area of the national park, researchers found that the deer mice population had tripled since 2008, probably a partial explanation for the outbreak.

Chiu is also considering launching a study to look for hantavirus antibodies in patients and their families.

In addition, he is asking northern California blood banks to screen donors for hantavirus antibodies and inquire about whether they visited Yosemite and, if so, where they stayed, to try to determine the prevalence of hantavirus exposure.

Weather conditions since the Curry Village tent cabins were erected in 2009 may have created the perfect environment for deer mice to multiply, Buttke, the veterinary epidemiologist, said.

"We don't know if it was a specific factor or a confluence of factors. So we're looking at people, animals and the environment to understand the situation. When the health of the environment is poor, that's often when you see infectious disease occur," she said.

When hantavirus pulmonary syndrome struck healthy young adults in the Four Corners region of Utah, Colorado, Arizona and New Mexico in 1993, Navajo elders linked the outbreak to an abundance of pine nuts and an explosion of mice coming out for the feast.

Buttke said hantavirus infection rates tend to be lower in areas where rodents' natural predators, such as foxes, thrive.

Both the employee survey and the blood-bank survey are expected to shed light on whether everyone who comes in contact with the virus gets sick or only some do.

(Editing by Steve Gorman and Claudia Parsons)

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Moms Around the World Share Their Perceptions on Fatherhood

In the United States, the role of fathers has changed over the years. Dads are much more involved in their children?s lives than their fathers were and many even stay at home to care for the kids while their wives work. Today?s dads are as likely to change a diaper as they are to change the oil in a car.

When you consider the roles of fathers in other countries, you gain an appreciation of how dads interact within the family unit. You also begin to see how lingering stereotypes continue to plague fathers around the world.

The following video, produced by the International Museum of Women, explores fatherhood from a global perspective and sheds light on how dads are perceived worldwide.

Share your thoughts on this video and on fatherhood in general in the comments section below.

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Small businesses to bear burden of health insurance

The Health Insurance Tax (HIT) on fully-insured premium markets imposed by Obamacare could raise $87 billion over the next ten years and also cost between 125,000 and 249,000 jobs by 2021, according to a study.

?Although the tax is formally structured as a fee on health insurers, recent analysis has determined that virtually all of the tax burden will be passed on to the purchasers of insurance,? says the study by the National Federation for Independent Business Research Foundation.

?The cost of health insurance is still a top ranking if not number one issue that?s probably the most unidentifiable per budget year,??Amanda Austin, director of federal public policy at NFIB, told The Daily Caller News Foundation.

?They just don?t know what it?s going to be at renewal, what new costs are going to be borne out in their premium,? she said. ?And that?s the aggravation year in and year out, that they never seem to go down, they only seem to go up, and this will potentially only aggravate the overall cost factor.?

Small businesses and the self-employed comprise 87 percent of the fully-insured market. The NFIB study estimates the tax will raise the cost of employer-sponsored insurance by 2-3 percent, a cumulative cost of nearly $5,000 per family.

?It just seems to me as a small business owner that tax cuts always have a sunset, like the Bush tax cuts? I?ve never heard of anyone say a tax increase is expiring at the end of the year. They seem like they?re built in forever,? small business owner John Culler shared with The DC News Foundation.

Culler owns a small marketing and communications firm in West Virginia with 11 employees. Culler explained that he spends an average of $13,000 a year for family coverage for each employee. He said providing health insurance is both a good recruitment tool and the right thing to do.

?We?ve always felt it was the right thing to do,? he said, though now, ?It just keeps getting harder and harder.?

A coalition of small business advocates and interest groups have joined forces to get the tax repealed. Recently, there has been movement on Capitol Hill with a bipartisan bill with over 220 cosponsors in Congress.

?We want action next year, if not lame duck,? Austin told TheDC News Foundation.

?Business owners understand what this tax is and understand that it?s going to impact their premium and therefore they want their voice to be heard on it.?

?It was a bit of an irritation for us that small business and individuals, which are the main purchasers of fully insured plans, which is where the industry bares the risk, they?re absorbing most of it,? Austin said, recalling when the tax was being considered for the bill that would ultimately become the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act.

?We were very concerned about this because as an advocate for the business community, we know very well pass-through taxes and how these things are easily borne out to the end user,? Austin added.

She said about the result, ?this is a tax on business? how exactly did we arrive at this when we were trying to lower the cost for small business??

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Home Improvement Ideas: A New Pool | DML Home Specta

So you?re thinking about installing a pool? Great idea.?This is the perfect time to upgrade the backyard with smaller construction projects, anything from adding space with cleverly disguised?storage units?to or building a new fire pit into the patio. But installing a?new swimming pool is more than an attractive addition to the property ? it?s a family fun center, a great excuse to exercise and a perfect place to relax (not to mention a huge upgrade to the value of your home). The time from excavation to finished pool takes a little planning, but the results are a beautiful backyard that everybody can enjoy.

Shape and Size Count

Most backyards have room for a pool, but think about the layout. Take into consideration how the yard slopes away from the house. A round pool is a great choice for smaller yards, and the classic kidney shape wraps well around established trees and landscaping. The looks of a traditional, rectangular pool can be softened with an oval design, and modern, custom shapes add a dramatic splash to large backyards.

Materials Make a Difference

Gunite is a highly durable concrete used in most pool construction. The material is sprayed over rebar reinforcements to form the pool?s interior. The curing process averages a week, and the surface is finished with plaster. Fiber glass pools are quicker to install but require a flatbed truck and crane. Vinyl pools are the best choice for smaller yards; construction is simply a matter of lining a system of support walls.

The Mechanics of Maintenance

Keeping the pool fresh and inviting is easy with today?s technology. High efficiency pumps recirculate water and keep it clean without putting a dent in the electric bill. High-end maintenance systems automate the process and make it as simple as pushing buttons. Heaters, lighting and chemicals are all controlled from a unit inside the home. A hard day?s work can end in a pool remotely programmed to reach the perfect temperature.

Finishing Touches That Last

Consider expanding existing patios and decks to the pool area. Poured concrete is affordable and easily takes on a designer look with a colored finish or a stamped pattern. Pavers come in a variety of materials from brick to stone and range from a modern feel to a natural extension of the yard. Tile is expensive, but it adds a dramatic, modern touch around any pool.

Landscape the pool with natural stone around the area. Let the old backyard make a fresh splash with a little planning and a new swimming pool.

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ViewSonic PJD5133

SVGA data projectors, with their relatively low 800 by 600 pixel native resolution, have become less common than their higher-res XGA (1,024 by 768) and WXGA (1,280 by 800) cousins, but they provide a lower-priced option that still offers image quality suitable for business or classroom presentations on small to mid-sized screens. As such, the ViewSonic PJD5133 provides reasonably good image quality and a solid feature set, including HDMI connectivity.

The PJD5133 is reasonably bright at a rated 2,700 lumens. Some SVGA projectors, such as the Optoma Pro160S, run as bright as 3,000 lumens, but the difference is modest, especially since perception of brightness is logarithmic (it takes a lot more than doubling a projector's rated brightness to make it appear twice as bright).

It has a decent set of connections for a portable projector, 2 VGA-in ports (which double as component video) and 1 VGA-out port; audio-in and audio-out jacks; S-video; an RCA composite video jack; a USB mini type B port for remote mouse control; and an HDMI port. A few other SVGA projectors, such as the Optoma Pro160S, have HDMI ports, but they're still relatively rare at this low a resolution.

The projector measures 9.2 by 11.2 by 3.2 inches (HWD) and weighs 5.7 pounds, which makes it quite portable, though it comes without a carrying case. ViewSonic sells a suitable case for a modest $19 direct. The lens has both zoom (1.1x) and focus wheels; both were smooth and responsive, and it was easy to bring the projector to a good focus. I found the remote control a bit finicky; it was a lot less responsive when I was to the left of the projector than in other positions, though the IR sensor is at the front of the projector.

Testing

I tested the projector from about 10 feet away from the screen. Our test image, measuring about 60 inches diagonally, stood up reasonably well in a setting with moderate ambient light.

I did our data image testing using the DisplayMate suite, at first over a VGA connection in the projector's PC color mode. Image quality was typical of an SVGA data projector, fine for basic business and classroom presentations. Colors were somewhat muted, and I noticed a slight green tinting in some grays. I tried several color modes; colors were brighter in ViewMatch (a mode designed to preserve color saturation even at high brightness) and Brightest modes, though switching to them didn't help with the tinting. Switching to an HDMI connection had little effect on image quality.

One place where SVGA projectors often suffer for their lower resolution is in displaying text, and the PJD5133 is no exception. The smallest white-on-black text was barely readable, and the next smallest size was somewhat blurred, as was the smallest black-on-white text. If you use a lot of text (and particularly small text) in presentations, a higher-res projector?such as the Epson PowerLite 93+ , an Editors' Choice XGA projector with superb text quality?would serve you better. The same is true if you want to project a really large image. But the ViewSonic is more than up to the job for workaday business presentations.

The PJD5133's video quality is suitable for short clips as part of a presentation. The main issue I encountered was the rainbow effect, a common artifact in DLP projectors in which people sensitive to the effect see little red-green-blue flashes in still or moving images, most often in bright areas against dark backgrounds. I'd noticed it in data images that tend to bring the effect out, but it was more pronounced in video, a little more apparent than is typical in a DLP data projector. People who are sensitive to it will likely be distracted by it, so it's best to stick to shorter videos with this projector.

It does have a consolation prize as a DLP projector: its 3D readiness using the DLP-Link system, although you need to get your own active shutter DLP-Link glasses. ViewSonic sells them for $109 a pair, although you can get active-shutter glasses elsewhere for considerably less. Still, they cost enough that you'd be hard pressed, say, to outfit a classroom with them.

Audio from the PJD5133's single 2-watt speaker was of decent quality but low volume, audible in a fairly small room or if you're close to the projector.

The ViewSonic PJD5133 is a respectable data projector with solid overall image quality, particularly for data. It's worth considering, along with the Optoma Pro160S and the Epson PowerLite S9 Multimedia Projector, if you're looking for a budget portable SVGA projector. For a similar price, though, the Editors' Choice Epson PowerLite 93+ offers higher (XGA) resolution and superb data and video image quality, including better text than the ViewSonic.

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Chrome Becomes A Better 3D Gaming Platform, Now Supports Pointer Lock

Google just launched a new stable version of Chrome today that adds supports for the Pointer Lock JavaScript API. The purpose of this API is pretty simple: in 3D games on the browser, for example, the mouse often moves outside of the window, which effectively makes playing the game impossible. With the Pointer Lock API, which is currently working its way through the standardization process, developers can restrict mouse movements to the inside of the window. This, says Google, allows users "to control their perspective naturally with the mouse, without moving outside the window or bumping into the edge of their screen."

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Joe's Health Calendar 9/24/12 Walk More Eat Less

CareVan Provides Daily Free Health Clinic

St. Joseph?s Medical Center CareVan presents a free, walk-in health clinic for low-income and no-insurance individuals or families, 16 years old and older. The hospital?s mobile health care services will be available to handle most minor urgent needs, such as minor burns, bumps, abrasions, sprains, sinus and urinary tract infections, cold and flu. No narcotics prescriptions will be offered. Diabetes screening and blood pressure screening are offered on special days only as noted. If you have questions, contact?(209) 461-3471?or visit?StJosephsCares.org/CareVan. Clinic schedule is subject to change without notice:

• Sept. 25 (Tuesday) 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.:?Spanos School, 536 S. California St., Stockton. A representative will be available to screen patients for insurance eligibility.

• Sept. 26 (Wednesday) 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.:?Dollar General, 4232 E. Main St., Stockton.
• Sept. 27 (Thursday) 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.:?Rite Aid, 1050 N. Wilson Way, Stockton. A representative will be available to screen patients for insurance eligibility.
• Sept. 28 (Friday) 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.:?Pittman School, 701 E. Park St., Stockton.
• Sept. 30 (Sunday) 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.:?Celebration on Central, 19 S. Central Ave., Lodi. Screenings for diabetes and blood pressure.

Nurturing Parenting 3-Day Seminar in Stockton

Sept. 25-27 (Tuesday through Thursday):?Click here for all the details.

Healthy San Joaquin Recognition Awards Breakfast

Sept. 26 (Wednesday) 8:30 to 10:30 a.m. (reservations required):?The Healthy San Joaquin Collaborative will present awards to individuals and organizations that exhibit actions contributing to changes promoting and encouraging nutrition and/or physical activity in San Joaquin County.?The Awards & Recognition Breakfast will be held at the?Robert J. Cabral Agricultural Center, 2101 E. Earhart Ave., Stockton. RSVP required at ?http://ucce.ucdavis.edu/survey/survey.cfm?surveynumber=8638.

Childbirth Preparation Series

Sept. 26 (Wednesday) 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. (also Oct. 3):?Class One: Understanding Pregnancy. Class Two: Understanding Labor and Birth. Class Three: Understanding Medical Procedures and Cesarean Birth. Class Four: Understanding Postpartum. Are you ready for labor and birth? This four-class series prepares mom and her coach for the emotional and physical changes of labor and birth. The series includes relaxation and breathing techniques to increase comfort during labor.?Please bring three pillows, a blanket and/or exercise mat each night of class. You should attend this series during your?third trimester.?St. Joseph?s Medical Center, Classroom 1, 1800 N. California St., Stockton. Information:?(209) 461-5213?or?www.StJosephsCares.org/Baby. Preregistration is not required for this free class.

St. Joe?s Caring for Me features Ladies Night Out

Sept. 27 (Thursday) 5 to 8 p.m.:?St. Joseph?s Caring for Me is back for its second year and set to make healthy living a fashion that never goes out of style. This special ?Ladies Night Out? celebration of health and fashion will be held at?Lincoln Center on Pacific Avenue at Benjamin Holt Drive. Attendees will be treated to samples from area wineries as well as hors d?oeuvres and a buffet dinner from Papapavlo?s. Caring for Me includes a ?chat room? featuring St. Joseph?s physicians discussing hot topics in women?s health. To top the night off, Lincoln Center will host a fashion show displaying the latest styles. The $20 admission fee includes dinner, wine, swag bag of goodies, exclusive Lincoln Center shopping hours and special discounts, and an all-access pass to St. Joseph?s physicians and health professionals. Advance tickets are available at?www.StJosephsCares.org/CaringforMe; St. Joseph?s Foundation, 1800 N. California St.; and several Lincoln Center shops including Lino Bella, Zuesters and Gary J. Long Jewelers. Information:?(209) 461-6348.

Total-Joint Replacement Class

Sept. 27 (Thursday) 1 p.m. knee class; 2 p.m. hip class:?Lodi Memorial Hospital?s Outpatient-Rehabilitation Services offers a free, educational class for those planning to have total joint-replacement surgery of the hip or knee at?Lodi Memorial Hospital West, 800 S. Lower Sacramento Road, Lodi. Learn about preparations and exercises to do before surgery; the day of surgery and what to expect during the hospital stay; rehabilitation following surgery; techniques to decrease pain and swelling; and ways to promote maximum healing and return to normal function. Call?(209) 333-3136?for more information or to sign up for the class. Family and friends are welcome and encouraged to attend. For information on other classes available at Lodi Memorial, visit?www.lodihealth.org.

Veterans Stand Down in Stockton

Sept. 28 (Friday) 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.:?This biannual event is geared toward homeless veterans, who will be able to see a doctor, have dental work done, take a shower, get a haircut, learn about resources available to them and pick up free giveaways such as a backpack, ground pad, clothes, wipes, can opener, eyeglasses, etc. There will be a barbecue at noon at the main event,?Stockton WorkNet Building, 56 S. Lincoln St., while?St. Mary?s Dining Hall, 545 W. Sonora St.,?will by the site for health services. This all-volunteer event is being coordinated by Jason Lebeouf at?(209) 954-3920. Donations still being accepted.

Let?s Get Healthy California Task Force

Earlier this year, Gov. Brown established the ?Let?s Get Healthy California? Task Force, which is charged with developing a 10-year strategic plan to improve the health of Californians, control health care costs, advance health equity and promote personal responsibility. Members of the task force and an expert advisory committee were appointed by Health Secretary Diana Dooley and will be meeting via webinar over the next few months to develop priorities and recommendations in the following areas:

• Prevention and Population Health
• Delivery System Quality Improvement
• Coverage and Access
• Affordability and Costs

To get email notices and more information please visit?www.chhs.ca.gov/Pages/HealthCalTaskforce.aspx. If you have any questions, contact Sarah Mercer at?smercer@cpehn.org. Here?s the 2012 Let?s Get Healthy California Taskforce meeting and webinar schedule:

• Sept. 28 (Friday) 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.:?Second task force meeting (Garfield Innovation Center in San Leandro); adopt priorities, targets and begin to discuss evidence-based solutions/best practices.
• Oct. 16 (Tuesday) 9:30 to 11:30 a.m.:?Evidence-based solutions/best practices.
• Oct. 23 (Tuesday) 9:30 to 11:30 a.m.:?Evidence-based solutions/best practices.
• Nov. 13 (Tuesday) 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.:?Third task force meeting (East End Complex Auditorium in Sacramento); review draft report.
• Dec. 19 (Wednesday):?Report released.

Sept. 29 (Saturday) 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.:?The?Community Health and Resource Fair?in the?front parking lot at Sutter Tracy Community Hospital, 1420 N. Tracy Blvd., Tracy, will offer free health screenings, a wide range of community and county resources, ?and information about health and safety topics. Some things to know:

• Vision voucher criteria: applicant must not be enrolled in any vision insurance, Social Security number is required and household income cannot exceed 200 percent of federal poverty level
• Flu shots: available free for anyone ages 6 months and older, first come, first served
• Sutter Tracy Community Hospital welcomes D.A.R.E. and joins them in highlighting positive alternatives for Tracy?s youth.? Be sure to visit the fun activities on Eaton Avenue and D.A.R.E. to Love Tracy.
• Information:?click here?or?(209) 832-6511?or?RinaldD@sutterhealth.org.

Watch Calaveras County Turn?Pink?in the Night

Starting Oct. 1 (Monday) 6 p.m. lighting ceremony:?October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, so Mark Twain St. Joseph?s Hospital in San Andreas is once again promoting Pink in The Night to emphasize the importance that early detection of breast cancer, followed by prompt treatment, saves lives. The entire community is invited to participate in the Pink in the Night opening ceremony at?The Terrace Center, 1906 Vista Del Lago Drive, Valley Springs (at Highway 26). All survivors and participants will be able to light a candle in tribute to those that are currently battling breast cancer, or in remembrance of those that bravely lost their battle, and ones that have survived the disease. Businesses are encouraged to ?pink up? their businesses with a strand of pink lights available at one of the hospital?s five Family Medical Centers in Angels Camp, Arnold, Copperopolis, San Andreas or Valley Springs. Through the ?Every Woman Counts? program, women can obtain free cancer screening health care services such as cancer screening pap smears, breast screening exams including digital mammography and diagnostic imaging reading from the radiologist. Women that are California residents can qualify to meet the income guidelines that pertain to those that do not have health insurance, or are underinsured with high deductibles and high co-pays. Those women that may be unable to afford to cover these costs may be able to immediately qualify for free services through the Every Woman Counts program. Any women desiring these services can call?(209) 754-2968?to make an appointment through the MTSJH Family Medical Center in Arnold. For information on picking up lights or the ceremony, contact Nicki Stevens at?(209)754-5919.

Breastfeeding: Getting Off to a Great Start

Oct. 4 (Thursday) 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. (also Nov. 1):?Lodi Memorial Hospital, 975 S. Fairmont Ave., Lodi,?offers ?Breastfeeding: Getting off to a Great Start,? a one-session class covering the advantages of breastfeeding, basic anatomy, the breastfeeding process, common problems and solutions. An additional breastfeeding class for working moms is held?Sept. 18 (Tuesday), 6:30 to 8 p.m., and is available only to participants who have already attended ?Breastfeeding: Getting off to a Great Start.?? Call?(209) 339-7520?to register. For information on other classes available at Lodi Memorial, visit its website at?www.lodihealth.org.

16th Annual Community Health Fair on Eastside

Oct. 6 (Saturday) 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.:?The YMCA of San Joaquin County will be hosting its 16th annual Community Health Fair in partnership with Phi Delta Chi of University of the Pacific and Bi-National Health Week. Everyone is encouraged to come out and enjoy a free fun-filled event with activities and resources for children, families and individuals ? all focused on health and wellness. The event will be held at?Franklin High School, 300 W. Gertrude Ave., Stockton. Services will include vision screenings, blood pressure readings, cholesterol checks, family health insurance information, demonstrations, kids corner and much?more.

Hydrocephalus Awareness & Family Fun Day

Oct. 6 (Saturday) 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.:?The third annual Northern California Hydrocephalus Awareness & Family Fun Day will be held in Mountain House, just north of Tracy. Last year?s Family Fun Day was a huge success as our families and community came together to share and join in an inspirational day that helped raise close to $16,000 for research. This year we expect more fun, food, music, great raffle prizes and inspiration as we? continue to march on with the C.H.A.N.G.E. Hydrocephalus campaign that will:

• Increase support in local communities by holding monthly ?meet-ups? designed to empower individuals and families in dealing with the condition known as hydrocephalus and some of its challenges.
• Increase education in local schools, hospitals and other facilities that are linked to the Hydrocephalus Community by providing informational talks and/or providing educational and supportive materials.
• Work closely with neurosurgeon Dr. Peter Sun, his staff and Children?s Hospital & Research Center Oakland, to ensure the most up-to-date information and treatment for hydrocephalus is distributed to the community, schools and medical facilities.
• Increase funding for local communities here in California and across the United States, eventually spreading the C.H.A.N.G.E. campaign globally.
• Hold annual Hydrocephalus Community Awareness Family Fun Days uniting community, families, friends and anyone who wishes to join in on the inspirational fun!

A Pocketful of Change and the C.H.A.N.G.E. Hydrocephalus campaign continues with the dream it has had since it was founded in August 2010 ? continued support, awareness, education, funding and advancement toward the care and treatment of hydrocephalus and continuing to hold the Family Fun Day for the third year in a row. APC is dedicated to you, your children and our communities. Information or to volunteer:?kimruiz.apocketfulofchange@gmail.com.

Calaveras Health Fair at Mark Twain St. Joseph?s Hospital

Oct. 6 (Saturday) 8 a.m. to noon: Mark Twain St. Joseph?s Hospital, 768 Mountain Ranch Road, San Andreas, will be holding its 14th annual Fall Health Fair. ?Providing low-cost and no-cost health care services is just one way of serving our community,? hospital President Craig Marks said. ?Our health fairs benefit families that are of the underserved population or just working towards maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Our providers and staff are here to share preventative care and overall good health maintenance tips. Hosting our community health fairs allows us to express our gratitude to those families that entrust us with their health care needs. This is a joint collaborated effort with many other entities working together to ensure that Calaveras County residents can thrive in a healthy community.??More than 50 community health-related service groups will participate in this communitywide event. A wealth of information is available on topics such as senior health services, nutrition, fitness and diabetes. There are a variety of free health screenings ? body fat, physical fitness levels, colon cancer, stress levels and metabolic screenings. Additionally, child fluoride varnish application kits and adult flu shots are free. Low-cost testing and services include pneumonia vaccinations ($45), blood analysis ($45 ? fast after 10 p.m. Friday night), and bone density screenings ($10). In addition to the five-panel blood analysis that consists of chemistry panel, thyroid, complete blood count, lipid panel, iron for women, and PSA for men, the hospital will now screen for vitamin D deficiencies. Lions Club will be serving breakfast, and there will be live music, Bounce House, ?Jackpot Spin? and more. Information:?(209) 754-2564.

Fall Calaveras 5k Run/Walk for Breast Cancer Awareness

Oct. 6 (Saturday) 8:30 a.m. start:?Get Your Pink On! Help the Calaveras Cancer Support Group and get some exercise in. Particpate in the annual?5K Fun Run/Walk for Breast Cancer Awareness, Murray Creek Road and Pope Street across from Mark Twain St. Joseph?s Hospital, 768 Mountain Ranch Road, San Andreas. The course is on Murray Creek Road in San Andreas. $10 for children 6 to 12 and $20 for 13 and older; children under age 6 free. Information and registration: Amy Roggow at?(209) 754-2567.

Scrubs For Smiles Sale

Oct. 6 (Saturday) 8 a.m. to noon:?Emergency department nurses at?Mark Twain St. Joseph?s Hospital, 768 Mountain Ranch Road, San Andreas, will be offering ?Scrubs for Smiles? scrub sale to benefit the Smile Train. Smile Train is an international nonprofit organization that provides funding for surgeries. ?Your donations will have a positive impact on families and children with cleft palate,? registered nurse Nancy Leer said. ?Each surgery costs $250. With the Smile Train benefits, lives are forever changed for the families and children with cleft palates throughout the world.? Information:?(209) 754-2564.

Childbirth Preparation in Lodi

Oct. 6 (Saturday) 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.: Lodi Memorial Hospital, 975 S. Fairmont Ave., Lodi,?offers an all-day childbirth-preparation class. Cost is $45 per couple. For more information or to register, call?(209) 339-7520.? For information on other classes available at Lodi Memorial, visit its website at?www.lodihealth.org.

Parenting Your Special Needs Child

Oct. 9 (Tuesday) 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.:?Parenting your special needs child class sponsored by Family Resource Network will be held at?San Joaquin County Office of Education, Wentworth Education Center, Chartville 1 Room, 2707 Transworld Drive, Stockton. Registration required. Information:www.frcn.org/calendar.asp?or?(209) 472-3674?or?(800) 847-3030.

Prenatal Nutrition and Exercise

Oct. 10 (Wednesday) 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. (or Dec. 5):?Nurturing your baby starts by taking good care of yourself during pregnancy. Come learn about healthy weight gain guidelines, good nutrition, how to manage common pregnancy discomforts, and more. This class will give you an introduction to exercise during pregnancy including body mechanics, posture and basic back care. Please wear comfortable clothing to allow for movement.Please bring three pillows, a blanket and/or exercise mat to class.?St. Joseph?s Medical Center, Classroom 1, 1800 N. California St., Stockton. Information:?(209) 461-5213?orwww.StJosephsCares.org/Baby. Preregistration is not required for this free class.

Breastfeeding Class

Oct. 10 (Wednesday) 7 to 9:30 p.m. (or Dec. 5):?This class offers mothers and their partners information on the benefits of breastfeeding, the importance of exclusive breastfeeding and the basics of breastfeeding management. Topics include latching, the effect of analgesia/anesthesia on infant behavior, and the rationales of care practices such as early skin-to-skin contact, rooming-in and feeding on cue. Expressing breast milk, and helpful hints for your family.?St. Joseph?s Medical Center, Auditorium, 1800 N. California St., Stockton. Information:?(209) 461-5213?or?www.StJosephsCares.org/Baby. Preregistration is not required for this free class.

Multicultural Health Day in Stockton

Oct. 13 (Saturday) 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.:?West Lane Oaks Family Resource Center and the Community Partnership for Families, dedicated to building strong and resourceful families in San Joaquin County, is sponsoring its fifth annual Multicultural Health and Resource Day. The free event at?Normandy Village Shopping Center, 7908 West Lane, Stockton (at Hammer Lane)?promotes awareness of community resources, increases cultural knowledge and tolerance, and provides participants with a safe place to create alliances of strength. Free activities provided by dozens of vendors include health education, dental care information, community resources and services, free eye exams, entertainment, raffle prizes and more. Information:?(209) 644-8600.

Welcome to Life Tour

Oct. 15 (Monday) 7 to 9 p.m. (also Nov. 5, Dec. 10):?This class gives you specific information about where to go and what to do when it comes time to have your baby, including pre-admission registration. Includes a tour of the maternity area and birthing options tailored to individual needs.?St. Joseph?s Medical Center, Auditorium, 1800 N. California St., Stockton. Information:?(209) 461-5213or?www.StJosephsCares.org/Baby. Preregistration is not required for this free class.

Free Advice, Services for Medicare Beneficiaries

Trained student pharmacists from?University of the Pacific?s Thomas J. Long School of Pharmacy and Health Sciences?are again offering a number of free outreach events to help Medicare beneficiaries understand and enroll in a Part D drug plan. Beneficiaries may also review their medications with the student pharmacists to ensure they are safe, receive vaccinations for seasonal flu and pneumonia, and have their blood pressure, bone density, cholesterol, blood sugar, memory and risk for falls assessed. Beneficiaries should be aware that Plan D providers change their formularies and cost-sharing structure every year. Most who enroll will save money on prescription drugs. Those attending an outreach event should bring their red, white and blue Medicare card, all prescription medications and, if you have one, your Pacific Healthcare Passport (don?t worry if you don?t have one). Those whose preferred language is other than English can be accommodated. Appointments are highly recommended and may be scheduled by calling the number for each event. General information:?go.pacific.edu/medicare?or Joyce at?(209) 946-7754.

• Oct. 16 (Tuesday) 1 to 5 p.m.:?Jene Wah, 238 E. Church St., Stockton. Information and appointment:?(209) 463-7654.
• Oct. 21 (Sunday) 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.:?DeRosa University Center at University of the Pacific, 3601 Pacific Ave., Stockton. Information and appointment:?(209) 946-7658.
• Oct. 25 (Thursday) 1 to 7 p.m.:?Kirst Hall at Hutchins Street Square, 125 S. Hutchins St., Lodi. Information and appointment:?(209) 369-6921.
• Oct. 26 (Friday) 1 to 6 p.m.:?Case de Modesto, 1745 Eldena Way, Modesto. Information and appointment:?(209) 529-4950.
• Nov. 1 (Thursday) 1 to 5 p.m.:?Sierra Vista, 2436 Belleview St., Stockton. Information and appointment:?(209) 460-5051.
• Nov. 2 (Friday) 1 to 6 p.m.:?Northeast Community Center, 2885 E. Harding Way, Stockton. Information and appointment:?(209) 468-3918.
• Nov. 4 (Sunday) 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.:?O?Connor Woods, 3400 Wagner Heights Road, Stockton. Information and appointment:?(209) 956-3400.
• Nov. 11 (Sunday) 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.:?Seven Trees Community Center, 3590 Cas Drive, San Jose. Information and appointment:?(209) 946-7729.
• Nov. 15 (Thursday) 1 to 6 p.m.:?LOEL Center and Gardens, 105 S. Washington St., Lodi. Information and appointment:?(209) 369-1591.
• Nov. 17 (Saturday) 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.:?Dining room at Lytton Gardens Senior Communities, 656 Lytton Ave., Palo Alto. Information and appointment:?(650) 617-7313.
• Nov. 18 (Sunday) 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.:?Vietnames Martyrs Catholic Church, 8181 Florin Road, Sacramento. Information and appointment:?(209) 965-7343.

Having a Cesarean Birth

Oct. 17 (Wednesday) 5 to 6:30 p.m. (or Dec. 12):?This class is designed to prepare a mother and her partner who are having a planned cesarean birth or may need a cesarean birth. Learn about the cesarean procedure including anesthesia options, what to expect, how to take care of yourself during recovery and also special techniques to ensure successful breastfeeding.?St. Joseph?s Medical Center, Pavilion Conference Room (1st?floor), 1800 N. California St., Stockton. Information:?(209) 461-5213?orwww.StJosephsCares.org/Baby. Preregistration is not required for this free class.

The Newborn

Oct. 17 (Wednesday) 7 to 9:30 p.m. (or Dec. 12):?Parents-to-be, come learn about life with a newborn, the baby?s needs and changing development. Discussion includes baby care basics such as feeding, diapering and bathing, as well as the physical appearances of newborns and practical tips for parents.?St. Joseph?s Medical Center, Auditorium, 1800 N. California St., Stockton. Information:?(209) 461-5213?orwww.StJosephsCares.org/Baby. Preregistration is not required for this free class.

Stork Tours for Parents-To-Be

Oct. 17 (Wednesday) 6 to 7:30 p.m.:?Parents-to-be are invited to attend a free stork tour at?Lodi Memorial Hospital, 975 S. Fairmont Ave., Lodi.?Prospective parents may view the labor, delivery, recovery and nursery areas of the hospital and ask questions of the nursing staff. Call?(209) 339-7520?to register.?For more information on other classes available at Lodi Memorial, visit its website at?www.lodihealth.org.

Disability Resource Fair

Oct. 20 (Saturday) 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.:?Celebrate National Disability Awareness Month and Disability Resource Agency for Independent Living?s 25^th?anniversary at the Disability Resource Fair & Assistive Technology Expo at?Salida Library Community Room, 4835 Sisk Road, Salida.?This free event includes resources, adaptive equipment and devices, demonstrations and raffle prizes. Information:?(866) 344-3614?or?www.drail.org.

CSU Stanislaus to Host ?Science Saturdays? For Kids

Faculty and students at?California State University, Stanislaus, 1 University Circle, Turlock, are hosting Science Saturday events to help teach children about different aspects of science. The free events will each be held in the university?s state-of-the-art Naraghi Hall of Science and are presented by the College of Natural Sciences in cooperation with the Office of Service Learning, which seeks to coordinate projects and programs that provide a direct benefit to the region while also offering CSU Stanislaus students real-world experience and networking opportunities. Space is limited and?reservations are required by calling Brett Forray in the CSU Stanislaus Office of Service Learning at (209) 667-3311.

• Oct. 20 (Saturday) 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.:??Nanotechnology: The Smallest BIG Idea in Science.? For grades 8 through 12 and limited to 20 students, this Science Saturday will have students making their own nanomaterials and discovering how they can help solve the challenges facing the field of medicine. The event is hosted by professors Elvin Aleman and Koni Stone and students in the American Chemical Society Club.
• Dec. 1 (Saturday) 1 to 4:30 p.m.:??Body Works: Heart and Lungs.? Families with middle and high school children will explore the cardiovascular and respiratory systems in this Science Saturday limited to 48 students in grades 8 through 12. Professor Mark Grobner will host the event, along with students in the Biology Club and Pre-Health Society.

Kidney Smart Class

Oct. 25 (Thursday) 2 to 4 p.m. (also Nov. 15, Dec. 27, Jan. 24, Feb. 28, March 28): Stockton Home Training Davita, 545 E. Cleveland St., Suite B, Stockton, has redesigned its free Community Kidney Disease Education classes offered monthly as space allows. Information:?(209) 944-9055.

Caring for the Caregiver Symposium in Stockton

Nov. 10 (Saturday) 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.:??A Mindset to Care? is?the theme of this year?s fifth annual Caring for the Caregiver Symposium in Stockton, sponsored by nonprofit stroke support group Healings in Motion.?Click here for registration form and full agenda.?Keynote speaker will be Dr. Gary Small, author of?The Alzheimer?s Prevention Plan,?The Memory Bible?and other best-selling books. Exhibitors should contact Corie Moyers, committee chair and director of client services at Arcadia Home Care & Staffing,coriem@arcadiacare.com;?Stockton at?(209) 477-9480?or Modesto at?(209) 572-7650. For sponsorships, contact Jim Chong, committee chair, at?(209) 534-8000?or Mary Nicholson at?(877) 672-4480 ext.5.?Information:?www.healingsinmotion.org.

Big Brother ? Big Sister in Stockton

Nov. 13 (Tuesday) 6 to 7 p.m.:?This class helps siblings learn about new babies, how it will feel to be a big brother or sister, and see new babies and where they are born in our birthing area. Families are welcome.?St. Joseph?s Medical Center, Pavilion Conference Room (1st?floor), 1800 N. California St., Stockton. Information:?(209) 461-5213?or?www.StJosephsCares.org/Baby. Preregistration is not required for this free class.

Capitol Lighting on World Diabetes Day

Nov. 14 (Wednesday) 4 to 7 p.m.:?Join the?Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation of Sacramento?as they illuminate the?California State Capitol?blue in celebration of World Diabetes Day. World Diabetes Day brings together the community while spreading diabetes awareness to further research and treatment. Dress in blue and show your diabetes support at the Capitol in Sacramento.

All-Day Childbirth Preparation Class

Nov. 17 (Saturday) 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.:?This class covers all information listed in our evening series in a one-day condensed class.?Please bring three pillows, a blanket and/or exercise mat each night of class. You should attend this class during your?third trimester.?St. Joseph?s Medical Center, Classroom 1, 1800 N. California St., Stockton. Information:?(209) 461-5213?orwww.StJosephsCares.org/Baby. Preregistration is not required for this free class.

Helping Special Needs Child Understand Sexuality

Dec. 4 (Tuesday) 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.:?The Birds, The Bees and Your Special Needs Child: Helping Your Child Understand Issues Related to Sexuality is sponsored by Family Resource Network. Registration required.?San Joaquin County Office of Education Wentworth Education Center, Chartville 1 Room, 2707 Transworld Drive, Stockton. Information:?www.frcn.org/calendar.asp?or?(209) 472-3674?or?(800) 847-3030.

The Great Health Care Debate Workshop-in-a-Box

The Central Valley Health Policy Institute based at Fresno State has developed an Affordable Care Act Policy Education Tool, ?The Great Health Care Debate Workshop-in-a-Box,? to be offered to community organizations and members of the public. The Great Health Care Debate Workshop-in-a-Box can be described as a basic curriculum and process for introducing the Affordable Care Act, understanding its flaws, options for improvement and understanding the Romney/Ryan voucher care alternative. ?It?s a nice, objective, nonpartisan presentation,? said Dr. John Capitman, executive director of the Central Valley Health Policy Institute. ?People learn tools that can be used for making their own judgments about health care reform.? Included in The Great Health Care Debate Workshop-in-a-Box is a complete power point presentation with a full script and accompanying participant workbook. The workbook provides a frame through which health care policy should be examined, as well as an examination of the ACA and Ryan/Romney proposal. The Workshop-in-a-Box also includes a supporting glossary, reference section, quick sheets and current health care policy news. The Great Health Care Debate Workshop-in-a-Box is designed so that even a health care policy novice can learn, examine and understand the ACA in a way that allows them the capacity to engage others in the debate around current health care policy options in the U.S. ?We will facilitate workshops with organizations that request the service and will also provide the Workshop-in-a-Box to others in the hopes that they facilitate The Great Health Care Debate Workshop in their own communities or organizations,? Capitman said. To request The Great Health Care Debate Workshop-in-a-Box or to schedule a workshop, contact Dr. John Capitman at (559) 228-2159.

Calling All Heroes to Fight Childhood Obesity

Deadline Oct. 15 (Monday) 9 p.m.:?UnitedHealthcare and Youth Service America are inviting schools and other community-based nonprofit organizations in Northern California to ?Step into Service? by applying for UnitedHealth HEROES grants. UnitedHealth HEROES is a wellness initiative designed to encourage young people, working with educators and youth leaders, to create and implement walking, running or hiking programs aimed at helping fight childhood obesity. Grants of up to $1,000 will be awarded to youth-led programs in Northern California that include both an activity element, in which kids count their steps, and a service component that increases awareness, provides direct service, enables advocacy on behalf of a cause, or features youth philanthropy around the issue of childhood obesity. UnitedHealth HEROES activities will begin on Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service Jan. 21 and end on Global Youth Service Day April 26-28, 2013. To learn more about the UnitedHealth HEROES program and to apply for a grant, visit?www.YSA.org/HEROES. The application deadline is 9 p.m. on Oct. 15. Grant recipients will be notified in November. A list of previous grant winners is also available online.

Faith-Based Mini Grants Available

Deadline Oct. 31 (Wednesday):?First 5 San Joaquin announces the release of the 2012-13 Faith- Based Community Initiative (FBCI) Mini-Grant for funding up to $1,000.?Click here for full application. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis now through Oct. 31 or until funding is no longer available.? Early submissions are encouraged. Information: Jovanna Gonsalves at?(209) 953-5437?or?jgonsalves@sjgov.org.

Affordable Care Act Toolkits

As consumers, businesses and health plans continue to prepare for full implementation of the Affordable Care Act in 2014, the California Department of Managed Health Care has released a?series of toolkits?to educate Californians about the changes that have already occurred in the health care system. ?The Affordable Care Act puts in place strong new consumer protections, provides additional coverage options and gives people more tools to make informed choices about their health care,? DMHC Director Brent Barnhart said. ?These toolkits?are designed to ensure that individuals, families, seniors and businesses are aware of the ways they can benefit from these changes in our health care system.??The four toolkits?are designed to provide information and resources targeted to individuals, families, seniors and small businesses and contain audience specific questions and answers, a resource guide, and fact sheets on topics such as: when a plan can cancel your coverage; how to file a grievance or appeal; how to keep your coverage through a ?grandfathered? health plan; getting the most from your health care dollars; and the Pre-Existing Condition Insurance Plan (PCIP). The?toolkits?were funded through a federal Affordable Care Act consumer assistance grant.

Healthy Families: What Parents Should Know NOW

The final California state budget eliminated Healthy Families, a program providing affordable health, dental and vision coverage to nearly 900,000 California children. These children will be moved into the state?s Medi-Cal insurance program eventually and will continue to be covered by Healthy Families until then. The state?s plan for moving those covered by Healthy Families into Medi-Cal will be presented to the Legislature in October 2012. In the meantime, parents with children in Healthy Families need to understand they still have coverage and are aware of the upcoming changes. The following fliers may help:

$5,000 Grants Help Pay for Children?s Medical Expenses

UnitedHealthcare Children?s Foundation (UHCCF)?is seeking grant applications from families in need of financial assistance to help pay for their child?s health care treatments, services or equipment not covered, or not fully covered, by their commercial health insurance plan. Qualifying families can receive up to $5,000 to help pay for medical services and equipment such as physical, occupational and speech therapy, counseling services, surgeries, prescriptions, wheelchairs, orthotics, eyeglasses and hearing aids. To be eligible for a grant, children must be 16 years of age or younger. Families must meet economic guidelines, reside in the United States and have a commercial health insurance plan. Grants are available for medical expenses families have incurred 60 days prior to the date of application as well as for ongoing and future medical needs. Parents or legal guardians may apply for grants at?www.uhccf.org, and there is no application deadline. Organizations or private donors can make tax-deductible donations to the foundation at this website. In 2011, UHCCF awarded more than 1,200 grants to families across the United States for treatments associated with medical conditions such as cancer, spina bifida, muscular dystrophy, diabetes, hearing loss, autism, cystic fibrosis, Down syndrome, ADHD and cerebral palsy.

How to Implement ?Rethink Your Drink? in Suffering Community

First 5 San Joaquin invites you to partner with them to promote the Rethink Your Drink (RYD) campaign in San Joaquin County. Our community is facing an unprecedented health crisis. Not only do extra calories from added sugar in drinks (such as sodas, sports drinks, juice blends and punch) contribute significantly to obesity, but they also contribute to the rise of related chronic diseases such as type 2 diabetes and heart disease. The RYD campaign aims to address this crisis by educating families about the link between consumption of these sugary drinks and the health risks. From July through September, this quarter?s health messaging efforts from First 5 San Joaquin will focus on equipping educators and advocates with resources to empower families to make healthier drink choices.?Click here for more information and resources?to assist you in your efforts.? Join the movement to help families make the change!

Facts About Fruits and Vegetables

Click here?for lots of great information about fruits and vegetables.

We?re FAT!

Here are the latest statistics?on Stockton and surrounding cities on overweight and obesity.

Institute of Medicine Aims to Accelerate Progress in Preventing Obesity

Report Recommends Strategies, Calls On All Sectors of Society to Take Action Now?The Institute of Medicine (IOM) has released a report that outlines comprehensive strategies for addressing the nation?s obesity epidemic and calls on leaders in all sectors to accelerate action to advance those strategies. The release was a highlight of the second day of the 2012 Weight of the Nation conference, hosted by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

• Make physical activity an integral and routine part of life.
• Create food and beverage environments that ensure healthy food and beverage options are the routine, easy choice.
• Transform messages about physical activity and nutrition.
• Expand the role of health care providers, insurers and employers in obesity prevention.
• Make schools a national focal point for obesity prevention.

The full report, a summary, practical guides for taking action and other materials are available for free on the IOM website.

Sugary drink consumption is a major contributor to the obesity epidemic. Serving healthy beverages is essential for a child?s nutritious diet, and child care settings can play an important role in helping children develop healthy nutrition habits.?Learn what you need to know about new state and federal standards?for beverages served in child care settings.?Healthy Beverages in Child Care?is a project of California Food Policy Advocates (CFPA). CFPA, founded in 1992, is a statewide public policy and advocacy organization dedicated to improving the health and well being of low-income Californians by increasing their access to nutritious and affordable food.

Questions About Health Reform Law?

• How are small businesses affected by health reform?
• Will everyone have to buy health insurance?
• How will the new provision allowing young adults to remain on a parent?s insurance work?

The FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions) section of the Kaiser Family Foundation?s new Health Reform Source provides concise answers to common questions about the health reform law. You can search for your question or submit a new question if yours is not addressed.?http://healthreform.kff.org/faq.aspx. Additional questions addressing the affordability of health insurance, how programs like Medicare and Medicaid (Medi-Cal in California) will be financed under health reform and others are addressed in a series of Video Explainer clips featuring foundation experts answering specific questions about the law on a variety of health policy topics.http://healthreform.kff.org/video-explainers.aspx. Kaiser?s Health Reform Source,?http://healthreform.kff.org, an online gateway providing easy access to new and comprehensive resources on the health reform law, provides these and other new features and tools including an interactive timeline showing when health-reform provisions take effect, all the latest polling data, links to other information resources, and the latest health-reform headlines from Kaiser Health News.

Yoga for People Dealing with Cancer

Mondays 5:30 to 7 p.m.:?This free weekly Yoga & Breathing class for cancer patients will help individuals sleep better and reduce pain. This class is led by yoga instructor Chinu Mehdi in Classrooms 1 and 2, St. Joseph?s Medical Center, 1800 N. California St., Stockton. Information:?(209) 467-6550?or?SJCancerInfo@dignityhealth.org.

Respiratory Support Group for Better Breathing

First Tuesday of month 10 to 11 a.m.:?Lodi Memorial Hospital West, 800 S. Lower Sacramento Road, Lodi,? and the American Lung Association of California Valley Lode offer a free ?Better Breathers?? respiratory-support group for people and their family members with breathing problems including asthma, bronchitis and emphysema. Participants will learn how to cope with chronic lung disease, understand lungs and how they work and use medications and oxygen properly. Pre-registration is recommended by calling?(209) 339-7445. For information on other classes available at Lodi Memorial, visit its website at?www.lodihealth.org.

The Beat Goes On Cardiac Support Group

First Tuesday of month 11 a.m. to noon:?Lodi Memorial Hospital offers a free cardiac support group at?Lodi Memorial Hospital West, 800 S. Lower Sacramento Road, Lodi. ?The Beat Goes On? cardiac support group is a community-based nonprofit group that offers practical tools for healthy living to heart disease patients, their families and caregivers. Its mission is to provide community awareness that those with heart disease can live well through support meetings and educational forums. Upcoming topics include exercise, stress management and nutrition counseling services. All are welcomed to attend. Information:?(209) 339-7664.

Planned Childbirth Services

Tuesdays 6 to 8 p.m.:?Dameron Hospital, 525 W. Acacia St., Stockton,?hosts a four-class series which answers questions and prepares mom and her partner for labor and birth. Bring two pillows and a comfortable blanket or exercise mat to each class. These classes are requested during expecting mother?s third trimester. Information/registration: Carolyn Sanders, RN?(209) 461-3136?or?www.Dameronhospital.org.

Say Yes to Breastfeeding

Tuesdays 6 to 8 p.m.:?Dameron Hospital, 525 W. Acacia St., Stockton,?offers a class that outlines the information and basic benefits and risk management of breastfeeding. Topics include latching, early skin-to-skin on cue, expressing milk and helpful hints on early infant feeding. In addition, the hospital offers a monthly Mommy and Me-Breastfeeding support group where mothers, babies and hospital clerical staff meet the second Monday of each month. Information/registration: Carolyn Sanders, RN?(209) 461-3136?or?www.Dameronhospital.org.

Precious Preemies

Second Tuesday of the month, 9:30 to 10:30 a.m.:?Precious Preemies: A Discussion Group for Families Raising Premature Infants and Infants with Medical Concerns required registration and is held at?Family Resource Network, Sherwood Executive Center, 5250 Claremont Ave., Suite 148, Stockton. Information:?www.frcn.org/calendar.asp?or?(209) 472-3674?or?(800) 847-3030.

Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous

Are you having trouble controlling the way you eat? Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous (FA) is a free Twelve Step recovery program for anyone suffering from food obsession, overeating, undereating or bulimia. For more information or a list of additional meetings throughout the U.S. and the world, call?(781) 932-6300?or visit?www.foodaddicts.org.

• Tuesdays 7 p.m.:?Modesto Unity Church, 2547 Veneman Ave., Modesto.
• Wednesdays 9 a.m.:?The Episcopal Church of Saint Anne, 1020 W. Lincoln Road, Stockton.
• Saturdays 9 a.m.:?Tracy Community Church, 1790 Sequoia Blvd. at Corral Hollow, Tracy.

Break From Stress

Wednesdays 6 to 7 p.m.:?St. Joseph?s Medical Center offers the community a break from their stressful lives with Break from Stress sessions. These sessions are free, open to the public, with no pre-registration necessary. Just drop in, take a deep breath and relax through a variety of techniques. Break from Stress sessions are held in St. Joseph?s Cleveland Classroom (behind HealthCare Clinical Lab on California Street just north of the medical center. Information:SJCancerInfo@DignityHealth.org?or?(209) 467-6550.

Mother-Baby Breast Connection

Wednesdays 1 to 3 p.m.:?Join a lactation consultant for support and advice on the challenges of early breastfeeding. Come meet other families and attend as often as you like. A different topic of interest will be offered each week with time for breastfeeding assistance and questions.?Pre-registration is required. Call?(209) 467-6331. St. Joseph?s Medical Center, Pavilion Conference Room (1st?floor), 1800 N. California St., Stockton.

Adult Children With Aging Relatives

Second Wednesday of month 4:30 p.m.:?Lodi Memorial Hospital offers an Adult Children with Aging Relatives support group at the?Hutchins Street Square Senior Center. For information, call?(209) 369-4443?or?(209) 369-6921.

Individual Stork Tours At Dameron

Wednesdays 5 to 7 p.m.: Dameron Hospital, 525 W. Acacia St., Stockton,?offers 30 minute guided tours that provide expecting parents with a tour of Labor/Delivery, the Mother-Baby Unit and an overview of the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. New mothers are provided information on delivery services, where to go and what to do once delivery has arrived, and each mother can create an individual birthing plan. Information/registration: Carolyn Sanders, RN?(209) 461-3136?or?www.Dameronhospital.org.

Brain Builders Weekly Program

Thursdays 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.:?Lodi Memorial Hospital and the?Hutchins Street Square Senior Center?offer ?Brain Builders,? a weekly program for people in the early stages of memory loss. There is a weekly fee of $25. Registration is required. Information or to register, call?(209) 369-4443?or?(209) 369-6921.

Infant CPR and Safety

Second Thursday of month 5 to 7 p.m.:?Dameron Hospital, 525 W. Acacia St., Stockton,?offers a class to family members to safely take care of their newborn.? Family members are taught infant CPR and relief of choking, safe sleep and car seat safety.? Regarding infant safety, the hospital offers on the fourth Thursday of each month from 5 to 7 p.m. a NICU/SCN family support group. This group is facilitated by a Master Prepared Clinical Social Worker and the Dameron NICU staff with visits from the hospital?s neonatologist. Information/registration: Carolyn Sanders, RN?(209) 461-3136?or?www.Dameronhospital.org.

Group Meetings for Alzheimer?s Patients, Caregivers

Thursdays 10 to 11:30 a.m.:?The Alzheimer?s Aid Society of Northern California in conjunction with Villa Marche residential care facility conducts a simultaneous Caregiver?s Support Group and Patient?s Support Group at?Villa Marche, 1119 Rosemarie Lane, Stockton. Caregivers, support people or family members of anyone with dementia are welcome to attend the caregiver?s group, led by Rita Vasquez. It?s a place to listen, learn and share. At the same time, Alzheimer?s and dementia patients can attend the patient?s group led by Sheryl Ashby. Participants will learn more about dementia and how to keep and enjoy the skills that each individual possesses. There will be brain exercises and reminiscence. The meeting is appropriate for anyone who enjoys socialization and is able to attend with moderate supervision. Information:?(209) 477-4858.

Clase Gratuita de Diabetes en Espa?ol

Cada segundo Viernes del mes:?Participantes aprender?n los fundamentos sobre la?observaci?n de az?car de sangre, comida saludable, tama?os de porci?n y medicaciones. Un educador con certificado del control de diabetes dar? instruccion sobre la autodirecci?n durante de esta clase. Para mas informaci?n y registraci?n:?(209) 461-3251. Aprenda m?s de los programas de diabetes en el sitio electronico de St. Joseph?s:www.StJosephsCares.org/Diabetes

Nutrition on the Move Class

Fridays 11 a.m. to noon: Nutrition Education Center at Emergency Food Bank, 7 W. Scotts Ave., Stockton.? Free classes are general nutrition classes where you?ll learn about the new My Plate standards, food label reading, nutrition and exercise, eating more fruits and vegetables, and other tips. Information:?(209) 464-7369?or?www.stocktonfoodbank.org.

Free Diabetes Class in Spanish

Second Friday of every month:?Participants will learn the basics about blood sugar monitoring, healthy foods, portion sizes, medications and self-management skills from a certified diabetic educator during this free class.?St. Joseph?s Medical Center, 1800 N. California St., Stockton.?Information and registration:?(209) 461-3251.Learn more on St. Joseph?s diabetes programs at?www.StJosephsCares.org/Diabetes.

All Day Prepared Childbirth Class

Third Saturday of month 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.:?Dameron Hospital, 525 W. Acacia St., Stockton,?offers community service educational class of prebirth education and mentoring. Information/registration: Carolyn Sanders, RN?(209) 461-3136?or?www.Dameronhospital.org.

Big Brother/Big Sister

Second Sunday of month:?Dameron Hospital, 525 W. Acacia St., Stockton,?has a one-hour class meeting designed specifically for newborn?s siblings. Topics include family role, a labor/delivery tour and a video presentation which explains hand washing/germ control and other household hygiene activities. This community service class ends with a Certification of Completion certificate. Information/registration: Carolyn Sanders, RN(209) 461-3136?or?www.Dameronhospital.org.

Outpatient Program Aimed at Teens

Two programs:?Adolescents face a number of challenging issues while trying to master their developmental milestones. Mental health issues (including depression), substance abuse and family issues can hinder them from mastering the developmental milestones that guide them into adulthood. The Adolescent Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) offered by?St. Joseph?s Behavioral Health Center, 2510 N. California St., Stockton, is designed for those individuals who need comprehensive treatment for their mental, emotional or chemical dependency problems. This program uses Dialectical Behavioral Therapy to present skills for effective living. Patients learn how to identify and change distorted thinking, communicate effectively in relationships and regain control of their lives. The therapists work collaboratively with parents, doctors and schools. They also put together a discharge plan so the patient continues to get the help they need to thrive into adulthood.

• Psychiatric Adolescent IOP meets Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays from 4 to 7:30 p.m.
• Chemical Recovery Adolescent IOP meets Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays from 4 to 7 p.m.

For more information about this and other groups,?(209) 461-2000?and ask to speak with a behavioral evaluator or visit?www.StJosephsCanHelp.org.

Click here?for Community Medical Centers (Channel Medical Clinic, San Joaquin Valley Dental Group, etc.) website.

Click here?for Dameron Hospital?s?Event Calendar.

Click here?for Doctors Hospital of Manteca?Events finder.

Click here?for Hill Physicians website.

Click here?for Kaiser Central Valley News and Events

Click here?for Lodi Memorial Hospital?Event Calendar.

Click here?for Mark Twain St. Joseph?s Hospital?Classes and Events.

Click here?for San Joaquin General Hospital?website.

Click here?for St. Joseph?s Medical Center?s?Classes and Events.

Click here?for Sutter Gould news.?Click here?for Sutter Gould calendar of events.

Click here?for Sutter Tracy Community Hospital?events, classes and support groups.

San Joaquin County Public Health Services General Information

Ongoing resources for vaccinations and clinic information are:

1. Public Health Services Influenza website,?www.sjcphs.org
2. Recorded message line at?(209) 469-8200, extension 2# for English and 3# for Spanish.
3. For further information, individuals may call the following numbers at Public Health Services:

• For general vaccine and clinic questions, call?(209) 468-3862;
• For medical questions, call?(209) 468-3822.

Health officials continue to recommend these precautionary measures to help protect against acquiring influenza viruses:

1. Wash your hands often with soap and water or use alcohol based sanitizers.
2. Cover your nose and mouth with a tissue or your sleeve, when you cough or sneeze.
3. Stay home if you are sick until you are free of a fever for 24 hours.
4. Get vaccinated.

Public Health Services Clinic Schedules (Adults and Children)

Immunization clinic hours are subject to change depending on volume of patients or staffing. Check the Public Health Services website for additional evening clinics or special clinics at?www.sjcphs.org. Clinics with an asterisk?(*)?require patients to call for an appointment.

Stockton Health Center: 1601 E. Hazelton Ave.; (209) 468-3830.

• Immunizations: Monday 8 a.m.-4 p.m.; Tuesday 1-4 p.m.; Wednesday 10 a.m.-1 p.m.; Thursday 8-11 a.m. and 1-4 p.m.; Friday 8-11 a.m.
• Travel clinic*: Thursday 8-11 a.m. and 1 to 4 p.m.
• Health exams*: Tuesday 1-4 p.m.; Wednesday 10 a.m.-1 p.m.; Friday 8-11 a.m.
• Sexually transmitted disease clinic: Wednesday 3-6 p.m. and Friday 1-4 p.m., walk-in and by appointment.
• Tuberculosis clinic*: Tuesday; second and fourth Wednesday of the month.
• HIV testing: Tuesday 1-4 p.m.; Thursday 1-4 p.m.

Manteca Health Center: 124 Sycamore Ave.; (209) 823-7104 or (800) 839-4949.

• Immunizations: Monday 8-11 a.m. and 1-4 p.m.; Wednesday 10 a.m.-1 p.m. and 3-6 p.m.
• Tuberculosis clinic*: first and third Wednesday 3-6 p.m.
• HIV testing: first Wednesday 1:30-4 p.m.

Lodi Health Center: 300 W. Oak St.; (209) 331-7303 or (800) 839-4949.

• Immunizations: Monday 8-11 a.m. and 1-4 p.m.; Friday 8-11 a.m. and 1-4 p.m.
• Tuberculosis clinic*: Friday 8-11 a.m. and 1-4 p.m.
• HIV testing: second and fourth Friday 1:30-4 p.m.

WIC (Women, Infants & Children) Program

Does your food budget need a boost? The WIC Program can help you stretch your food dollars. This special supplemental food program for women, infants and children serves low-income women who are currently pregnant or have recently delivered, breastfeeding moms, infants, and children up to age 5. Eligible applicants receive monthly checks to use at any authorized grocery store for wholesome foods such as fruits and vegetables, milk and cheese, whole-grain breads and cereals, and more. WIC shows you how to feed your family to make them healthier and brings moms and babies closer together by helping with breastfeeding. WIC offers referrals to low-cost or free health care and other community services depending on your needs. WIC services may be obtained at a variety of locations throughout San Joaquin County:

Stockton?(209) 468-3280

• Public Health Services WIC Main Office, 1145 N. Hunter St.: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Wednesday 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.; open two Saturdays a month.
• Family Health Center, 1414 N. California St.: Wednesday 8 a.m. to noon, 1 to 5 p.m.
• CUFF (Coalition United for Families), 2044 Fair St.: Thursday 8 a.m. to noon, 1 to 5 p.m.
• Taylor Family Center, 1101 Lever Blvd.: Wednesday 8 a.m. to noon, 1 to 4 p.m.
• Transcultural Clinic, 4422 N. Pershing Ave. Suite D-5: Tuesday 8 a.m. to noon, 1 to 5 p.m.

?Manteca??(209) 823-7104

• Public Health Services, 124 Sycamore Lane: Tuesday, Thursday, Friday 8 a.m. to noon, 1 to 5 p.m.

?Tracy?(209) 831-5930

• Public Health Services, 205 W. Ninth St.: Monday, Wednesday 8 a.m. to noon, 1 to 5 p.m.

Protect Your Preteen from Serious Diseases

The?Calaveras County Public Health Department?reminds families of preteens about recommended and required immunizations for 11-and 12-year olds. Dr. Dean Kelaita, county health officer, encouraged families of preteens to schedule a doctor visit and get vaccines they need to stay healthy and meet the Tdap school entry requirement for incoming seventh-graders. During 2010, California experienced a whooping cough (also known as pertussis) epidemic that resulted in 10 infant deaths. Incoming seventh-graders for the 2012-13 school year must provide proof of having immunization against whooping cough (Tdap) before starting school. Students who have not met the requirement will not be allowed to start school. Immunity from childhood vaccines wears off over time, exposing a child to serious diseases that can lead to missed weeks of school or serious illness. Besides the Tdap shot, there are other immunizations that are now recommended for this age group, including the meningococcal vaccine, a second chickenpox shot (if they never had chickenpox disease), and the human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine series. Also, everyone older than 6 months is recommended to receive flu vaccine. The Calaveras County Public Health Department offers no- or low-cost vaccines to children without health insurance or whose insurance does not cover immunizations. No one is turned away for inability to pay. Information:?(209) 754-6460?orwww.calaveraspublichealth.com.

Calaveras County Public Health Community Immunization Clinics

• San Andreas: weekly at Public Health Department, 700 Mountain Ranch Road, Suite C-2. Mondays 3 to 5 p.m. and Thursdays 8 a.m. to noon.
• Valley Springs: monthly at United Methodist Church, 135 Laurel St. Third Tuesday 3 to 5:30 p.m.

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What You Need to Know About Joe?s Health Calendar

Have a health-oriented event the public in San Joaquin County should know about? Let me know at?jgoldeen@recordnet.com?and I?ll get it into my Health Calendar. I?m not interested in promoting commercial enterprises here, but I am interested in helping out nonprofit and/or community groups, hospitals, clinics, physicians and other health-care providers. Look for five categories: Community Events, News, Ongoing, Hospitals & Medical Groups, and Public Health.?TO THE PUBLIC:?I won?t list an item here from a source that I don?t know or trust. So I believe you can count on what you read here. If

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