Is it safe to donate blood during the pandemic?
Donating blood is a selfless act that saves lives. Blood donors may recognize the vital role they play in patient care, but many may wonder if it’s safe to donate blood during the pandemic.
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Strategies to overcome seasonal affective disorder
Winter can be an awe-inspiring time of year.
Chorizo Ragu with Cheesy Toast
Recipe courtesy of chef Aarón Sánchez
3 bolillo-style rolls or 1 long baguette 2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons olive oil
Put Your Resolutions in Easy Reach
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Rescuers should use compression-only CPR during pandemic
Dear Doctor: A few years ago, you had a column about why it’s important to know CPR. My boyfriend took the Red Cross class, and he actually ended up helping someone once.
Cozy up to a slow-cooked meal
Slow-cooked short ribs and mashed potatoes make for a tasty meal. PC201611
Benoit honored as Post 19 Citizen of the Year
Post Commander Horace Naquin (right) of James O. Hall Post 19 of the American Legion, Department of Louisiana, recently recognized Carl Benoit (left) as the Post’s choice for Citizen of the Year for Jennings.
Navarre recognized as Firefighter of the Year
Post Commander Horace Naquin (left) of James O. Hall Post 19 of the American Legion from Jennings and Chief Bobby Vasseur (right) of the Jennings Fire Department (JFD) recently recognized Ashley Navarre (center) as JFD’s 2020 Firefighter of the Year. Ashley has been affiliated with the JFD for over 28 years. He started his career with the JFD at the age of 14 as a junior firefighter. He worked his way through until he became a full-time firefighter at the age of 22. He has been the JFD Firefighter of the Year seven times and was a past Medic of the Year. He has been schooled in all aspects of fire science, and he is also a trained Emergency Medical Technician and a certified First Responder for Medical Treatment. He is a member of the Jennings Municipal Fire and Police Civil Service Board and is currently assigned as JFD’s Chief Training Officer.
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