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High dose flu vaccines recommended for seniors

October 11, 2017

With Influenza season just beginning across much of the USA, health experts are warning the country may not be prepared for a major outbreak of the virus. According to the Center for Disease Control, even though new observations about the flu vaccine continue to be made, experts continue to recommend annual flu vaccinations for children and adults.

Breakout Session Alert as Shares Pop BMO: 22nd Century Group, Inc. (:XXII)

October 11, 2017

The company holds 102.08 million outstanding shares and 85.57 million shares are floating in market. The Volatility was noted at 2.57% in recent month and it observed Weekly Volatility of 2.19%. Investors will only know in the future whether they got in at the right price. A reading above 70 indicates that a stock is overvalued, and a reading below 30 implies that it is undervalued.

Cryptocurrency supply reined in by Putin in Russian Federation

October 11, 2017

On Tuesday President Vladimir Putin chaired a meeting of senior Russian officials on the issue, and said the cryptocurrencies were risky and used for crime. Cryptocurrencies such as bitcoin enable individuals to transfer value to each other and pay for goods and services bypassing banks and the mainstream financial system.

'13 Reasons Why' Shuts Down Production Due To Devastating Northern California Wildfires

October 11, 2017

Many of them took to Twitter to express their sympathy to those affected by the devastating fires . Despite the hiatus ending on Thursday, filming won't resume until Sunday because Friday and Saturday were already planned days off. "We film 13 Reasons Why in numerous areas in NorCal affected by these devastating fires ", Dylan Minette wrote. Devin Druid , who plays Tyler Down, echoed Dylan's thoughts.

Do the Stock Experienced Heavy Trading?: Dollar Tree, Inc. (NASDAQ: DLTR)

October 11, 2017

Stock market analysts and brokers have recently amended their target prices on shares of Tree.com, Inc. Davidson Kempner Capital Management Lp increased Dollar Tree Inc ( DLTR ) stake by 150% reported in 2017Q2 SEC filing. (NASDAQ: DLTR ) on Friday, May 27 with "Outperform" rating. The firm earned "Hold" rating on Friday, May 27 by Deutsche Bank. The rating was downgraded by M Partners on Friday, August 26 to "Neutral".

Dolphins hire Dave DeGuglielmo as senior offensive assistant

October 11, 2017

Gase declined to say whether Foerster volunteered to resign or was urged to quit . "How about me going to a meeting and doing this before I go?" In a statement, Foerster apologized to the Dolphins organization and said he will be seeking help from medical professionals.

Court orders IEBC to include Ekuru Aukot in repeat poll

October 11, 2017

He said that ThirdWay Alliance still believes that individuals at the IEBC who conducted shoddy polls need to be dealt with before next presidential election conducted. "The Supreme Court has shot itself in the foot because their determination was based on the fact that the August 8 poll was not done in accordance with the Constitution and therefore all of us who contested in the original election ought to have been in the Gazette Notice", Aukot said following CJ Maraga's directives last month.

Scientists reveal origins of durian fruit's pungent aroma

October 11, 2017

Scientists in Singapore said on Monday they have mapped the genome of the durian , known throughout Southeast Asia as the "king of fruits" for its unique smell, flavour and formidable spiny appearance. "Most of us in Singapore have grown up with the durian, and we are very familiar with it", said geneticist Patrick Tan, a professor at Duke-NUS Medical School in Singapore.

Runny eggs finally declared safe after salmonella crisis

October 11, 2017

The food watchdog said the new advice follows a year-long risk assessment by the Advisory Committee on the Microbiological Safety of Food and is the result of extensive food safety measures introduced within the British Lion Code of Practice since its launch in 1998.

Emirates to drop two transtasman services in favour of more Qantas flights

October 11, 2017

Although the team suffered some massive disappointments until its triumph in Bermuda, Emirates has remained on board with undisclosed support likely to run into millions of dollars. The airlines will shortly seek re-authorisation from relevant regulators, including the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission, to continue coordination of pricing, schedules, sales and tourism marketing, under an expanded partnership.

Ticket Requests Surpass 2M Mark for World Cup 2018

October 11, 2017

When is the World Cup 2018 play-off draw? Ireland pipped Wales to the post by beating them 1-0 in Cardiff and booked an unlikely place in those playoffs; They are joined by Sweden , Denmark, Greece , Northern Ireland and Croatia with more games to be played on Tuesday October 10th as play-off gopes will both die and come true with one last evening of games.

NHS future 'precarious', warns health watchdog

October 11, 2017

Sir David Behan, CQC chief executive said: 'The fact that the quality of care has been maintained in the toughest climate that most can remember is testament to the efforts of frontline staff, managers and leaders'. Launched in Westminster, the report is the CQC's assessment of health and social care in England and looks at the trends, highlights examples of good and outstanding care, and identifies factors that maintain high-quality care.

CA rejects Ubial as DOH secretary

October 11, 2017

Ubial has been caught changing her stance on major health issues, such as the dengue vaccine, the status of the Zika virus in the country, and recently, the number of evacuees who died of health-related causes in Marawi City . (PhilHealth) employee Marie Fe Francisco. During the hearing, Senator Manny Pacquiao also questioned Ubial over a social media post by her son, which criticized the senator.

Odia software engineer stabbed to death in Bengaluru

October 11, 2017

After that, he reportedly called his girlfriend and fixed an appointment to meet her in a few minutes. The incident came to light when the victim's girlfriend called him and the phone was attended by a person, who informed about her about the incident.

Global cost of obesity to top £900bn a year from 2025

October 11, 2017

Most countries within the Pacific Islands, including the Cook Islands and Nauru, had the highest rates globally, with more than 30% of their youth ages 5 to 19 estimated to be obese. By 2016 their numbers had risen to 510,000, representing 9.4%. Being underweight comes with its own health consequences among children and adolescents, including a greater risk of infectious disease and potential harm during pregnancy for adolescents and women old enough to have children.

Digital support for mental health now available

October 11, 2017

An estimated one in five American adults will deal with a mental health condition like depression, anxiety disorder or post-traumatic stress disorder in any given year. To support employees, transform practices and embed a whole organisational approach to workplace wellbeing, employers need to make the offer of mental health training a priority.

Emotional video captures moment 11-year-old girl learns she's been adopted

October 11, 2017

Security cameras captured that moment on October 2 with Butterfield embracing and hanging onto Alexander. In 12 years at this job, this is by far my best moment ever! On Oct. Alexander's joy is palpable, too. Jennifer Fisher told KSL that the video was a sweet surprise, and the internet's reaction to it was, too. The video has been viewed thousands of times since.

Delhi Metro fares go up

October 11, 2017

Holding placards and shouting slogans, the protestors voiced their anger against the Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC). The latest increase drew strong reactions from commuters, with some saying they would consider alternative public transport.

San Diego hepatitis outbreak continues to grow: 481 cases

October 11, 2017

Dr. Monique Foster, a medical epidemiologist with Division of Viral Hepatitis at the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, told reporters Thursday that California's outbreak could linger even with the right prevention efforts.

LA County officials warn public about West Nile

October 10, 2017

West Nile virus has been detected in four chickens near Solvang, Santa Barbara County Public Health officials said Monday. During 2002, the state documented its first human infections and 52 cases were reported that year. Jeffrey Gunzenhauser, interim health officer for Los Angeles County, noted several steps to decrease risk of mosquito-borne diseases, including using mosquito repellents that contain EPA-registered ingredients like DEET and wearing long-sleeved shirts and long trousers while ...

'My daughter is going through menopause at age five'

October 10, 2017

Emily, who weighs 44 kilograms, also endures bullying at playschool for her size, leaving her parents terrified she will always be seen as the "different kid" at school. Her mum, Tam Dover, told Mirror Online her handsome daughter is body conscious, aware that she is different to other children her age, but can't understand why.

Breast Cancer Screenings In Greensboro

October 10, 2017

If you can't afford insurance right now and don't have it, you can get a free breast cancer screening at the Manderson Cancer center at DCH on the 16th. The study's findings also revealed that women who underwent bilateral mastectomy with reconstruction had almost eight times the risk of missing over a month of work, as compared with those who underwent lumpectomy.

An Ex-Hockeyroo Star Faked Terminal Cancer Diagnosis & Defrauded Charity

October 10, 2017

She continued to collect a salary of $73,000. At the end of 2015, she asked for a transfer to Redkite's Sydney office on compassionate grounds. Hubble's scheme began in 2014 after she started working as a team coordinator for Redkite , a charity that offers support and counselling for cancer sufferers.

A joined-up approach is needed to tackle mental ill

October 10, 2017

United States startups have been quicker than their United Kingdom counterparts to acknowledge the importance of mental health at work. Mental health in the workplace is this year's theme. 'With such a strong link between health and mental health we have introduced a new treatment optimisation model of care for mental health that aims to improve clinical outcomes and access to cost-effective care.

Extended Stay America, Inc. (STAY) Shares Bought by Numeric Investors LLC

October 10, 2017

Ishares Plc (IBGS.L) shares are on chartist's watch as the stock is edging above the MACD Histogram zero line. Investors will most likely be concentrating on what has proven to work in the past, which may offer a better idea as to how successful the strategies will be heading into the second half of the year and beyond.

Spain beats Albania to score World Cup berth

October 10, 2017

The match between two football national teams, Albania and Italy, will be played today as part of the Russian Federation 2018 World Cup qualifiers. Ireland manager Martin O'Neill is upbeat over his team's chances of beating Wales in their must-win soccer World Cup qualifier in Cardiff on Monday.

Drunk subway racist gets soup thrown at him for shouting N-word

October 10, 2017

The Lime-A-Rita-swilling loser was caught on video Saturday yelling racist slurs and touting the First Amendment. "First Amendment!" then continues yelling the n-word repeatedly. A racially diverse group of riders on the auto tried to get him to calm down and quit yelling, but he repeatedly refused. He fights back, and tries to reclaim a bag of his he says is still on the train, but at the 1:48 mark, he gets served a cup of justice.

Sebi files contempt plea against Sahara over Aamby Valley auction

October 10, 2017

The Aamby Valley resort town was put on auction by the SC at a reserve price of Rs 37,392 crore. Even to participate in the auction, prospective bidders will have to pay an amount of Rs 5,600 crore and above. The high court-appointed liquidator had invited bids in August. A number of high-profile celebrities have invested in the project - an integrated hill city township spread over 6,761.6 acres near Lonavala in Pune district of Maharashtra.

Asbury Automotive Group Inc

October 10, 2017

Therefore 92% are positive. Synovus Financial Corp. had 37 analyst reports since July 22, 2015 according to SRatingsIntel. (NYSE: PAG ) has risen 20.45% since October 9, 2016 and is uptrending. had sold 1,900 shares worth $82,916 on Thursday, June 1. The value of the investment in Asbury Automotive Group Inc increased from $17,000 to $25,829,000 a change of $25,812,000 for the reporting period.

Trump Poised to Sign Order Opening New Paths to Health Insurance

October 10, 2017

Democrats and supporters of the law typically counter that the rules have protected consumers from unwittingly buying shoddy products and helped subsidize the costs of sicker Americans. President Trump is expected to issue an executive order this week providing at least some relief from skyrocketing health insurance premiums that resulted from the Affordable Care Act.

2-goal Salah sends Egypt to World Cup with last-gasp penalty

October 10, 2017

It unleashed joy across a soccer-mad country of almost 100 million people used to bitter disappointment when trying to qualify for the world's top football tournament. Egypt will be looking to progress beyond the group stage when they make their third World Cup appearance at the Russian Federation finals next year, coach Hector Cuper said .

Japanese Mutant Hens Are Laying Eggs Filled With Cancer Drugs

October 10, 2017

In 2017, the beta-interferons are used by doctors around the world to stimulate the immune system to fight some types of cancer, as well as in the treatment of multiple sclerosis and hepatitis . But the remedy is expensive: Current production of just a few micrograms of interferon costs between $250 and $900. The scientists now have three hens whose eggs contain the drug, with the birds laying eggs nearly daily, the report said.

Stock Watch: Checking the Numbers For Ishares Plc (HYLD.L)

October 10, 2017

This may have investors scrambling to study if developing markets are indeed growing with developed markets. Active traders have a wide variety of technical indicators at their disposal for completing technical stock analysis. Currently, the 14-day ADX for Ishares IV Plc (SUJS.L) is sitting at 12.57. Many technical chart analysts believe that an ADX reading over 25 would suggest a strong trend.

Analysts Reveals Updates on Marinus Pharma CS (MRNS)

October 10, 2017

Stock market investing can sometimes cause investors heads to spin. In this case performance of tends to percentage rate of return for a stock for a given time frame. The Williams %R oscillates in a range from 0 to -100. So we must wait until the RSI crosses back under 70 or crosses back above 30. (NasdaqGM: MRNS ) has a Value Composite score of 82.

Does a woman lose religious identity post inter-religious marriage?

October 10, 2017

Appearing for her, senior counsel Indira Jaising said the question was "in the case of marriage between an Hindu and Parsi, does it result in automatic conversion of religion?" The petitioner Parsi woman, Jaising said, continues to practice Parsi religious practices even after her marriage.

Rizzo screams "RESPECT ME!" after go-ahead hit

October 10, 2017

The Cubs beat Strasburg and the Nats by a 3-0 margin in Game 1 as Kyle Hendricks was dominating in allowing just two hits in seven innings, and the Chicago bullpen closed out the final two innings. "When we saw Verlander run to the 'pen we said, 'Our horse is on the mound, we need to win this game, ' " said Bregman, who homered off Sale to tie it in the eighth before Josh Reddick's single gave the Astros the lead.

US Bancorp (USB) - Citigroup Holds Rating And Sets New Price Target

October 10, 2017

The share price of U.S. Bancorp (NYSE:USB) was down -0.71% during the last day of trading, with a day high of 54.25. Martin & Company Inc increased American Software Inc. U.S. Bancorp (NYSE:USB)'s stock had its "hold" rating reissued by Robert W. Baird in a report released on Friday. Advisors Asset Management Inc. holds 0.17% of its portfolio in Summit Resources Ltd (Australia) for 880,962 shares.

Bengaluru firm institutes mental health leave for employees

October 10, 2017

It is estimated that only about a quarter of people with a mental health problem in the United Kingdom receive ongoing treatment, leaving the majority of people grappling with mental health issues on their own, seeking help or information, and dependent on the informal support of family, friends or colleagues.

Monkeypox disease spreads to Akwa-Ibom

October 10, 2017

The Commissioner for Information in the Akwa Ibom, Charles Udoh, in a statement issued in Uyo, confirmed the single case. The center said monkeypox infection is a relatively rare disease that had previously been reported in Nigeria in the 1970s, and is transmitted from animals to humans.

Financial Watchlist of Flexion Therapeutics, Inc. (NASDAQ:FLXN)

October 10, 2017

Needham & Company LLC restated a "buy" rating and set a $36.00 price target on shares of Flexion Therapeutics in a research report on Sunday, September 17th. Moving averages are considered to be lagging indicators that simply take the average price of a stock over a certain period of time. The stock now has an average rating of "Buy" and an average price target of $33.56.

TRS MLC flings slipper at NRI Landlord

October 09, 2017

As the incident unfolds, NRI woman Hantul Vyas rented her Nampally home to the TRS MLC. In the video, the MLC, is seen sitting on a sofa and speaking with Ms Wasay. He said that he doesn't fear anyone, when Antul told him he will approach the police and media. "There was no agreement (with regard to the premises with him)..." At once stage, as she went on insisting and also faulting him for not paying the rent, Farooq showed the chappal.

Namibia: More than 100 hippos die in suspected anthrax outbreak

October 10, 2017

Over 100 hippos were killed from a suspected anthrax outbreak in Namibia, New China reported Monday. The hippos died over the course of a week, with the first 10 deaths being reported October 1. He also said they are now monitoring the situation, and that the dead hippos are yet to be disposed of. Anthrax is a bacteria disease caused by Bacillus anthracis, transmitted through spores which can lie in the soil for years.

Citigroup Inc. Increases State Street Corporation (STT) Price Target to $102.00

October 10, 2017

About 888,781 shares traded. Analysts expect State Street Corp (NYSE: STT ) to report $1.59 EPS on October, 23 before the open.They anticipate $0.24 EPS change or 17.78% from last quarter's $1.35 EPS. Cowen & Co maintained the stock with "Market Perform" rating in Wednesday, April 12 report. The firm has "Buy" rating given on Monday, July 3 by Jefferies.

Miami Dolphins stay off the field during national anthem

October 09, 2017

Players had been kneeling during the national anthem since the start of last season, but the issue has become more controversial in recent weeks after becoming a target from President Donald Trump. According to the Dallas Morning News , Cowboys players Damontre Moore and David Irving raised their fists toward the end of the anthem. "We made our expression".

Active Stock You Need to Watch: Opko Health Inc (OPK)

October 09, 2017

The price to earnings ratio for Opko Health, Inc . Heartland Advisors Inc acquired 17,595 shares as Franklin Res Inc (BEN)'s stock declined 1.15%. Perigon Wealth Management, LLC added to its stake by buying 120 shares an increase of 1.8% from 03/31/2017 to 06/30/2017.

15 people injured as gas balloons explode at function in Chandigarh

October 09, 2017

The Kota-based institute, which has its branches in various cities, trains students for engineering and medical entrance examinations. During the celebrations, as planned, a big bunch of balloons in tricolor was to be released in air from the stage.

Lights dim on Las Vegas Strip one week after massacre

October 09, 2017

On Sunday some of the most famous casinos and other properties on the famous Las Vegas Strip took part in a public commemoration to honor the victims of last week's mass shooting. The National Rifle Association (NRA) has also called for new regulations on "bump stocks", the device used by the Las Vegas gunman that allows semi-automatic weapons to fire more rapidly.

Order Nnamdi Kanu's arrest, extradition from the UK | Kinsman tells court

October 09, 2017

He accused the invaders of looting the palace and making away with such items as television, generating sets, clothes among others belongings of the family. And they found a man bearing a weapon in the compound. It said that election boycott is the only legitimate tool left in the hands of oppressed people to register their displeasure with the ongoing genocide, arbitrary arrests and torture across Biafraland.

Hate crimes at Hampshire mosques drop but rise nationally

October 09, 2017

ISIL-claimed terror attacks struck Manchester and London in May and June of this year respectively. The data was obtained by the Press Association through Freedom of Information requests to United Kingdom police forces. Fiyaz Mughal, founder of Tell MAMA, an organisation which documents hate crimes against Muslims in the United Kingdom, said the increase in hate crimes and attacks on mosques were part of a rising tide of online hate which has spilled out on to the streets.

Drinking More Water May Ward Off UTIs In Women

October 09, 2017

It's easier to stay protected from urinary tract infections by drinking plenty of water. The new study further revealed that women tend to have a smaller urethra, the tube that connects urinary bladder with urinary meatus, than men. Specifically, the researchers found that women at risk of UTIs who increased their daily water intake by roughly 1.5L were almost half as likely to develop UTIs as women who did not.