As always, thanks to Annette M. Evans of Washington County Department of Housing Services for the update. And thanks to the dedicated shelters who worked so hard this winter.
sheltermar4.jpgRegular readers will know that I have a penchant for technology. However, familiarity with computers is becoming a job requirement not just a hobby.
So if you're looking for something to do this weekend, you might want to check out Multnomah County Library's website. They put together this great reading list for those interested in building computer skills.
I've heard this advice but didn't really know much about it or if it was some sort of old wives' tale. But according to the FDA, grapefruit causes problems when taken with certain medications. Or as they humorously put it: "Sometimes the juice ain’t worth the squeeze…especially when combining grapefruit with medicines."
Here's a video that explains the potentially dangerous grapefruit situation:
While reading the Medicaid blog, I was suprised to learn that colorectal cancer is the second leading cause of cancer-related deaths in the United States among cancers that affect both men and women.
The goods news is colorectal cancer is avoidable is you get screened. And if you're on Medicaid the tests are free:
One of our excellent staff members, Roberto, tracked down a comprehensive list of dental services in Clackamas, Multnomah and Washington counties.
Thanks to Clackamas County Health, Housing and Human Services for putting this together.
You can download the PDF here or view the listings below.
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