Archive for June 20, 2009
State News: Action Needed to Keep Rivers Flowing
Action is required now to secure Colorado's future prosperity and even keep some of the state's rivers from drying up. That's the finding of a new multi-agency report released this week by the federal government. Dr. Amanda Staudt, a climate scientist for the National Wildlife Federation, is among those whose research was used for the study. Colorado, she said, has a lot at stake. "Taking action to address climate change now will have a big impact on Colorado's future, keeping warming to ... Full Story
A Gift for Fathers: Good Health, Peace of Mind
Giving dad a little peace of mind when it comes to his health could be the best Father's Day gift this year. That's the message from Planned Parenthood of the Rocky Mountains during June's Men's Health Month. Spokesperson Monica McCafferty said her organization has experienced a 22-percent increase in visits from male clients during 2008 compared to 2007. That's a good start, she said, but men are still less likely to seek preventive health care, even though help is available. "It's crucial ... Full Story
