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November 2007

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November 2007 Articles:

Community clinics to offer free flu shots for elderly

If you’re over 50, you’re entitled to free inoculations at one of the Community Flu Clinics throughout Philadelphia, starting this month. If you want to locate your nearest clinic, a Flu Hotline is being set up as of Thursday, Nov. 1, at 215-685-6458.

You will be able to select the area you are interested in from six choices — Center City, South Philadelphia, West and Southwest Philadelphia, Northwest Philadelphia, Northeast Philadelphia and North Philadelphia/Kensington. Available in both English and Spanish, the hotline will be updated weekly. Also beginning Nov. 1, you may locate a clinic online by visiting http://www.phila.gov/health
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Energy saved is money saved, so check that heater and your hot water  
  
By Cathy Green

Do you toss out those inserts that come with your gas or electric bill without reading them? Who doesn’t?

Smart people, that’s who. Our utility companies really want to help us conserve energy and offer a lot of helpful advice. Remember, energy saved is money saved, and winter is when energy usage is put to the test as we try to keep warm without going broke. Full Story



Calendar
03.12.10 : The Sincerest Form of Flattery: Emulation and Imitation in the Ancient World
03.12.10 : Crocheting Class
03.12.10 : Trip to New Jersey Adventure Aquarium in Camden
03.12.10 : The Doo Woppers
03.12.10 : Conference: 2nd Annual InterProfessional Care for the 21st Century: Refining Education & Practice
03.13.10 : Caregivers Workshop
03.13.10 : Free Kidney Screenings
03.14.10 : Habib Koite and Bamada
03.15.10 : 2010 NCOA-ASA Aging in America Conference
03.15.10 : Keeping Up Appearances
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A Look Within: What to Know About MRIs
PECO Offers Free Onsite Energy Education Workshops
Chubby Checker Promotes New 'Twist' in Medicare
Philadelphia’s Elderly Compared to Nation
UPenn Free Dog and Cat Vaccination Clinic
LIHEAP Provides More Funds for Energy Assistance
H1N1 Vaccine Clinics for Pennsylvanians
Journey’s Way Moving to New Facilities
New Pensdale II Complex in Roxborough
Apply by Dec. 31 for PA Property Tax/Rent Rebate
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