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Quit smoking to reduce risk of lung cancer

Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer death in men and women in the United States. Every year in this country, more than 200,000 cases are diagnosed, and about 150,000 people die of lung cancer. In the United States, about 7,300 people who never smoked die from lung cancer due to secondhand smoke exposure every year.

Locks, alarms help keep home safe

In addition to being aware of what is going on in your community, citizens can keep the following suggestions in mind to help maintain their safety at home.

Stay safe while using an ATM

ATM Selection considerations: The law sets minimum standards for lighting and procedures for evaluating the safety of ATMs, and it requires notices to users outlining basic safety precautions for using them.

Police Blotter, Nov. 22.

Nov. 13, 4:19 a.m.

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Police Blotter, Nov. 15

Nov. 6, 4:19 a.m.

Police can help properly dispose prescription drugs

I am focusing this week on medication disposal and specifically the drop box located in the police station’s lobby at 1005 Arizona St.

Police Blotter, Nov. 8

Oct. 30, 3:32 p.m.

Plan for emergencies, be aware of surroundings

This week I will address the question “What can I do to lessen the impact of an emergency?”— especially for those who live in multiple-residence buildings such as apartments.

Police Blotter, Nov. 1

Oct. 23, 8:34 p.m.

Hindsight adds burden to traumatic event

This week I end my informational series on trauma and some of its possible side effects.

Police Blotter, Oct. 25

Oct. 16, 9:38 a.m.

Common to avoid things related to trauma

I continue my look into trauma and related responses and conditions with how people react to avoid things related to the trauma.

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