Tag: Emergency readiness
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Ghana Police Assurance: Robust Security for 31st December Activities
Comprehensive Security Deployment Across the Country The Ghana Police Service has announced a comprehensive security framework designed to safeguard all persons participating in activities marking Wednesday, 31st December. In a bid to ensure safe and orderly public gatherings, security personnel will be deployed across major venues, streets, and hotspots where celebrations and related events are…
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Holiday Heart Attack Rise: Staying Safe This Season
Why holiday heart problems rise Winter holidays bring a unique mix of celebration and stress. Data cited by emergency medical services, including American Medical Response, show a notable uptick in cardiac emergencies during the holiday season, with a commonly cited figure around a 30% increase on Christmas Eve. This pattern isn’t a single city’s issue—it…
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Severe Thunderstorm Warning Hits Dunedin Region: Power Outages and Severe Weather Disruptions
Overview of the Severe Storm Event A severe thunderstorm warning has been issued for the Dunedin region as a line of intense weather moves through parts of the South Island. Forecasters warn of very heavy rainfall, frequent lightning strikes, and hail accompanying the storm. The developing system is causing significant disruption for residents and businesses…
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When to Treat Sick Kids at Home During a Flu Surge: A Parent’s Guide
H2: Flu season is intensifying and hospitals are feeling the strain, especially with the holidays approaching. Health providers are urging parents to handle mild flu symptoms at home and limit gatherings to reduce transmission and protect vulnerable patients. Here’s a practical guide to deciding when to treat at home and when to seek medical care…
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Gossip Girl: Earthquake Onstage in Davao — A Host’s Real Quake Experience
Onstage and in the Moment: When the Earth Shook in Davao Last Oct. 10, at exactly 7:12 p.m., I was onstage hosting the 25th anniversary of Borromeo Insurance Agency at Casa Mayor in Davao City when the entire stage began to tremble. At first, I thought my hosting energy had finally unleashed a new kind…
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Why we are losing young lives to heart disease and how we can tackle this
Why we are losing young lives to heart disease Heart disease is often framed as a problem for older adults, yet every year more young people experience life-threatening conditions that were once considered rare in youth. Early-onset hypertension, congenital heart defects, myocarditis, and genetic conditions like familial hypercholesterolemia can set the stage for serious cardiovascular…