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Red Cross announces blood shortage
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Amidst scorching heat and the exodus of people for their last summer trips, the American Red Cross is confronting a dire shortage of blood. Since the beginning of July, the Red Cross has faced a significant drop of over 25% in the national blood supply.
Thompson shares highlights
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Missouri State Representative Terry Thompson (District 53) introduced his new legislative assistant, Jennifer Ladek, and discussed his trade trip to London with Governor Mike Parsons at a recent Chamber after-hours gathering.
Commissioners hash out bridge details, rezoning
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The Myers Road bridge project is officially underway following initial invoice signing during a recent Ray County Commissioner’s meeting. The move came following a presentation of the initial renderings of the new bridge by Great River Engineering.
Prosecutor’s investigator subpoenaed
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In a petition for quo warranto filed against former Ray County Sheriff Scott Childers, a subpoena and deposition have been requested for Ray County Prosecutor’s Office Investigator Heidi Morgan. Meanwhile, the hearing originally scheduled would have addressed several motions in the ongoing battle between Missouri State Attorney General Andrew Bailey and Childers, who recently lost his bid to hold the position in the primary election.
Benefits of group therapy for older adults
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Group therapy can be a highly effective form of mental health support for older adults. It provides a unique set of benefits that can enhance emotional well-being, social connections, and overall mental health. Here are some of the key benefits of group therapy for older adults: Social Support and Connection One of the most significant benefits of group therapy is the opportunity to connect with others who share similar experiences. For older adults, feelings of loneliness and isolation can be common, especially if they have lost loved ones or are living alone.
Sleep habits affect healthy aging
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A good night’s rest can be just what the body needs to feel revitalized and ready to tackle a new day. Indeed, rest is important for people of all ages, including seniors.
Learn more about Parkinson’s disease
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When a famous individual announces a Parkinson’s diagnosis, like singer-songwriter Neil Diamond did in 2018, there’s an immediate uptick in interest in the disease. That can be turned into a positive, but it’s important that people recognize how Parkinson’s affects individuals every day, regardless of their social status.