Two Children Honored In State's 'Risk Watch' Program
KOMO, WA -
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2006-03-23
Green schools for the Green Mountain State
Rutland Herald, VT -
My proposal is not just to encourage green school construction, but to join other states in requiring any new construction or significant rehabilitation that uses state funds to use green standards for that construction process. While I am a strong believer in local control when it comes to most investment decisions, the benefits of green schools are too important to leave on the table when budget-cutting is considered. Under our school funding system, not only does the individual town benefit from long-term savings, but the entire Education Fund is strengthened by such cost-containment measures. The energy challenge is one that is statewide, not community-to-community, and we all benefit from the improved environment.
2006-03-20
AMA Honors Washington State Health Officer with Top Award
U.S. Newswire (press release), DC -
"Dr. Gray was recognized for his 45 years of steadfast commitment to the public health needs of the Tri-County Health District in Northeastern Washington State," Dr. Hill said. "He is also honored for his important leadership in developing the architecture for the Washington State Basic Health Plan, an innovative program that provides insurance coverage to the state's uninsured and underinsured residents."
2006-03-19
Farm Bureau, state agency settle suit
Capital Press (subscription), Oregon -
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2006-03-18
Certain child-care workers get bargaining rights under new law
The Olympian, WA -
Service Employees International Union Local 925, which expects its membership of 12,000 to nearly double, will represent the workers in a process that includes negotiations with the Governor�s Office later this year. The goal is to hammer out an agreement for wages, possibly health care and other details in October, before Gregoire completes her next two-year budget plan.
2006-03-17
One Dead, Seven Missing After Dam Breaks on Kauai
Environment News Service -
An award of $615,000 over three years, goes to Albina Ruiz of Ciudad Saludable in Peru. She founded the organization that creates local enterprises to collect and process garbage, charge affordable fees, reduce waste in landfills and generate income by recycling. After promoting her concept as a consultant for 15 years, she founded Ciudad Saludable in 2001. The organization now has trained authorities in 43 municipalities, works with 800 informal recyclers and is helping the government develop Peru�s first national waste management plan.
2006-03-16
Premera Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alaska Signs Contract to
Genetic Engineering News, NY -
Our mission is to provide peace of mind to our members about their health-care coverage. We provide health insurance and related services to more than 1.3 million people. Premera Blue Cross has operated in Washington since 1933, and Alaska since 1957. Premera Blue Cross is an independent licensee of the Blue Cross Blue Shield Association.
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4. Profile of medical charges for children by health status group and severity level in a Washington State health plan - Child Health
Objective. To identify children and evaluate patterns of charges for pediatric medical care, by overall health status, severity of illness, and categories ...
5. The contribution of nurse practitioners and physician assistants to generalist care in Washington State - Primary Care and Workforce Issues - Illustration
Objective. To quantify the total contribution to generalist care made by nurse practitioners (NPs) and physician assistants (PAs) in Washington State.