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Backstage Health, a higher standard of staffing solutions, utilizes technology to tackle California school nurse shortage

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:10:55 GMT

Backstage Health, LLC, a passionate healthcare staffing firm with a focus on fulfilling the staffing needs of public and non-public schools in California, recently announced the launch of their innovative virtual solution: vision and hearing screenings via hybrid telehealth for K-12 schools.Backstage Health and its team of credentialed school nurses believe this solution will reduce the impact of the current California school nurse shortage.By combining state-of-the-art technology and equipment with professional telehealth services, the staffing firm delivers vision and hearing screenings to students via hybrid telehealth.Hybrid telehealth is a combination of in-person equipment and virtual professional healthcare services, where the credentialed school nurse communicates via video conference with the student. The school nurse also has full remote control of the equipment on site, meaning they are able to change screening settings at any time.Tele-therapy, or online occupational the...

2023’s Top Delta-8 Gummies – The Best Delta 8 Edibles in California

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:10:55 GMT

Discover just how much the hemp treats can do for your mind and bodyThe popularity of delta 8 THC gummies in California is undeniable, as more and more people are discovering the benefits of hemp-derived edibles. Consumers are drawn to the mild buzz they provide to both the mind and body, which can last for several hours at a time. This can help to reduce stress, improve self-esteem, and promote better sleep cycles. It’s no wonder why delta-8 edibles are becoming increasingly popular throughout the Golden State. D8 gummies stand out from other hemp gummies due to their ability to provide a euphoric high, even with less than .03% THC. With the vast selection of delta 8 gummy bears in a variety of strengths, colors, shapes and flavors, it can be difficult for the average consumer to decide which ones are worth your precious time and money. As a renowned cannabis expert, I can tell you exactly which delta 8 stores to visit and what delta-8 products to purchase. Let’s took a good ...

The Future of Cannabis: Why HHC Could be the Next Big Thing

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:10:55 GMT

Hexahydrocannabinol, also known as HHC, is a relatively new and lesser-known compound in the world of cannabis. It’s a type of cannabinoid that is chemically similar to Delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), the primary psychoactive compound found in marijuana. However, HHC has a slightly different chemical structure, which results in different effects on the body. While research is still limited, early studies suggest that HHC may have significant therapeutic potential, including pain relief, anti-inflammatory properties, and potential anti-cancer effects. In this article, we’ll explore what HHC is, how it works, and what potential benefits it may offer. Whether you’re a cannabis enthusiast or simply curious about the latest developments in the world of natural medicine, read on to learn more about this fascinating compound.Read the full article on our sister site, the Laker/Lutz News, here. Advertising disclosure: We may receive compensation for some of the links in...

Coherent cuts more than 100 Bay Area jobs as tech layoffs worsen

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:10:55 GMT

FREMONT — Coherent will eliminate more than 100 jobs in the Bay Area in a restructuring that points to widening layoffs in the tech sector.The maker of high-tech lasers, optical gear and other equipment said it is cutting the jobs in Fremont, the company stated in an official filing with the state Employment Development Department.Coherent will chop 108 jobs at the location of its Finisar subsidiary on Christy Street in Fremont, the WARN notice with the EDD shows.The tech company blamed weakening business conditions for the job cuts, according to the WARN notice.“This action is necessary due to a fall in business demand, which prompted a restructuring of operations with a focus on reducing business costs,” Shirley Reha, chief human resources officer with Coherent, wrote in the WARN letter.With the most recent rounds of job cuts — which include 55 more Salesforce layoffs in San Francisco — tech and biotech companies have since mid-2022 revealed plans to ...

Macron pushes pension reform through French parliament

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:10:55 GMT

By Sylvie Corbet | Associated PressPARIS — French President Emmanuel Macron imposed a highly unpopular bill raising the retirement age from 62 to 64 on Thursday by shunning parliament and invoking a special constitutional power.Lawmakers were shouting, their voices shaking with emotion as Macron made the risky move, which is expected to trigger quick motions of no-confidence in his government. Crowds gathered and riot police vans zoomed by outside the National Assembly, their sirens wailing.The proposed pension changes have prompted major strikes and protests across the country since January. Macron, who made it the flagship of his second term, argued the reform is needed to keep the pension system from diving into deficit as France’s population ages and life expectancy lengthens.Macron decided to invoke the special power during a Cabinet meeting at the Elysee presidential palace, just a few minutes before the scheduled vote in France’s lower house of parliament, because...

​Alexis Gabe’s family confirms discovery of new remains, hopes more evidence will be revealed​

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:10:55 GMT

The family of Alexis Gabe has confirmed that partial remains found during volunteer searches in January matched their daughter who was killed more than a year ago.The partial remains were discovered by volunteer searchers on Highway 49 a week before a celebration of life for the Oakley woman, but the family did not know if they were connected to the case until recently. Rowena Gabe, Alexis’ mother, thanked the search-and-recovery teams and said, “There will be no stopping us until we bring her home,” on her Facebook page.Gwyn Gabe, Alexis’ father, said in an interview that searchers found his daughter’s torso and other remains confirmed by DNA as well as other evidence.The finds could bring them another step closer to determining the manner of her death and whether the killer had any help afterward.“We’re still trying to find her green purse, the rest of her phone and other stuff,” Gabe said, noting he hopes that will lead to more evidence in he case.“My wife just doesn’t want...

Murder suspect ripped marriage on ‘Family Feud’ before wife’s killing

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:10:55 GMT

Three years before an Illinois man was charged Monday with killing his estranged wife, he appeared on the TV game show, “Family Feud” and joked that a person’s biggest wedding “mistake” could be getting married at all.As part of the show, host Steve Harvey asked Timothy Bliefnick, 39, to predict people’s most common response to the question: “What’s the biggest mistake you made at your wedding?”The bow-tied Bliefnick, competing on the show with his family, quickly addressed his wife, Rebecca Bliefnick, saying, “Honey, I love you.” He then replied cautiously, “Said, ‘I do?'”His response evoked laughter and gasps from the crowd but a blank stare from Harvey, the Daily Mail said.#FamilyFeud contestant #TimothyBliefnick who allegedly murdered estranged wife #RebeccaBliefnick joked with host #SteveHarvey three years before crime that his biggest mistake at their wedding was getting MARRIED https://t.co/re...

Ravetto, Johannessen lead on the links in South Africa

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:10:55 GMT

ST. FRANCIS BAY, South Africa (AP) — David Ravetto and Kristian Krogh Johannessen carded 5-under 67s at a windy St. Francis Links course Thursday to share the clubhouse lead in the first round of the SDC Championship in South Africa.France’s Ravetto picked up six birdies and just one bogey and Norway’s Johannessen had a blemish-free round of five birdies as the tournament made its debut on the European tour.They are one shot ahead of Scotland’s Connor Syme in third. Syme had an eventful day, starting with three birdies and a bogey in his opening four holes. He carded seven birdies in all, but also three bogeys for his 68.A handful of players weren’t able to complete their opening rounds because of fading light and will be back out early on Friday to finish before the second round gets underway. None of them are likely to match the first-round scores of Ravetto and Johannessen.Ravetto’s only bogey came on No. 7, which was his 16th hole, but he made birdi...

Boston seeking to limit fossil fuel use in new buildings

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:10:55 GMT

BOSTON (AP) — Boston is pushing forward with plans to discourage the use of fossil fuel in new buildings. Boston Mayor Michelle Wu on Thursday filed an ordinance with the city council that would require new buildings that rely on fossil fuels to install solar panels and to add wiring in anticipation of future conversion to electrification with the goal of most new buildings going all-electric. Several other communities in the state have embraced similar efforts.Wu also announced the city will use $10 million in federal American Rescue Plan Act funds to improve energy performance at the city’s affordable housing developments. In Boston, 70 percent of greenhouse gas emissions come from the building sector, according to Wu, who said the emissions contribute both to global climate change and to local air pollution that disproportionately harms low-income residents and communities of color in the city.The announcement comes after Massachusetts lawmakers adopted a new law last year ...

Military moves to cut suicides, but defers action on guns

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:10:55 GMT

WASHINGTON (AP) — Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin ordered a number of improvements in mental health care on Thursday to reduce suicides in the military, but held off on endorsing more controversial recommendations to restrict gun and ammunition purchases by young troops, sending them to another panel for study.An independent committee in late February recommended that the Defense Department implement a series of gun safety measures, including waiting periods for the purchase of firearms and ammunition by service members on military property and raising the minimum age for service members to buy guns and ammunition to 25.In a memo released Thursday, Austin called for the establishment of a suicide prevention working group to “assess the advisability and feasibility” of recommendations made by the initial study committee — which would include the gun measures. And he asked for cost estimates and a description of any “barriers” to implementing other changes. At no point did he specifica...