by Alexis Cala, PICurrent Assistant Producer Many kids like to spend some of their free time playing video games. But for some, gaming can easily become an addiction. Video game addiction is the overuse of games either online or at a console. This type of addiction is not yet recognized as a disorder, but those [...]
Archive for April, 2009
Be Ready for Any Emergency, Even Swine Flu
Posted in Emergencies, Health Care, Swine Flu, tagged CDC, emergency kit, health, how to prepare for emergencies, how to prevent the flu, influenza, making an emergency plan, pandemic flu, prevention, Swine Flu, WHO on April 29, 2009 | 1 Comment »
by Alexis Cala, PICurrent Assistant Producer As the world continues to buzz about swine flu cases, many are wondering: what can I do? While the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and other organizations are still watching this outbreak very closely, there are steps you can take to prevent illness and avoid last minute [...]
Being Jobless Today Could Mean Opportunities Tomorrow
Posted in Crash Course, Employment, tagged career counseling, college, continuing education, freelancing, job hunting, Job Market, marketing, resume building, trade school, unemployment on April 29, 2009 | 3 Comments »
By: AJ McCreary, PICurrent Assistant Producer Job hunting can be an exasperating experience. It’s stressful because it’s a necessity and the hunt can drag on and on! Though it’s a daunting task there are lots of things you can do to help the process. For starters look at all your options. Keep a positive attitude. [...]
Swine Flu: No Cause for Panic, Just Preparation
Posted in Emergencies, Health Care, Swine Flu, tagged anti-flu drugs, flu, flu vaccines, government precautions, health pandemic, healthcare, influenza, Mexico, Swine Flu, tamiflu on April 28, 2009 | 3 Comments »
by AJ McCreary, PICurrent Assistant Producer The concern of the possible pandemic that the Swine Flu could bring on world wide has everyone’s attention. At the current time it is mainly preventative and precautionary measures. The U.S. Government is taking this seriously, with President Obama saying there is reason for a “heightened state of alert,” [...]
National Service Bill Could Help Motivate and Educate
Posted in Education, tagged AmeriCorp, college tuition, community service, Education, education awards, Edward M. Kennedy Serve America Act, national service programs, volunteer work on April 28, 2009 | 2 Comments »
by Alexis Cala, PICurrent Assistant Producer In our economy, it’s easy to worry about how you’re going to afford tomorrow, let alone college tuition. Fortunately, there are national service programs, like AmeriCorps, that can help make college more affordable. AmeriCorps is a national volunteer program that supports communities by rebuilding and improving infrastructure. Volunteers have [...]
Swine Flu Outbreak: What You Need to Know
Posted in Health Care, Swine Flu, tagged avoiding the flu, health, Health Care, influenza, stay healthy, Swine Flu, what do I need to know about swine flu on April 27, 2009 | 12 Comments »
by Colin Lovett, PICurrent Managing Producer By now, most have seen, heard or read the breathless stories about a Swine Flu outbreak in the United States, Canada and Mexico. The World Health Organization (WHO) has confirmed 40 cases in the US already. There are several reasons why many health professionals are very concerned: The virus [...]
Bad Economy Could Be Break for Criminals
Posted in Crash Course, tagged economic crisis, prison costs, prison population, state budget cuts, tax dollars on April 27, 2009 | Comments Off
By: AJ McCreary, PICurrent Assistant Producer As citizens around the country look to save dollars and pennies, our state governments are following suit. While we are weighing in on our food selections and cutting out extra entertainment, officials are scrutinizing the dollars spent for education, prisons, and state aid programs. Across the nation governors are [...]
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