On June 26, 2010:

Guard, at entrance to McDonald's restaurant, at J.P. Rizal, Makati, didn't inspect my luggage/subject said luggage to scanning with metal detector. Said luggage was large enough to contain grenades and firearms. Also, there was no express
lane in said restaurant for senior citizens and no sign regarding the privileges of senior citizens. I believe said restaurant violated the implementing rules and regulations of the Expanded Senior Citizens Act of 2003.



Guard, at entrance to Mercury Drug store at J.P. Rizal St., Makati, idn't inspect my luggage/subject said luggage to scanning with metal detector. Said luggage was large enough to contain grenades and firearms. Also,there was no sign
in the customer area of said store regarding the privileges of senior citizens. I
believe said store violated the Expanded Senior Citizens Act of 2003.


Employee, at package counter of Tru Value store at Rockwell Power Plant Makati, accepted for deposit my locked luggage without first inspecting said luggage/subjecting said luggage to scanning with metal detector. Said luggage was large enough to contain grenades and firearms. Also, there was no express lane in said restaurant for senior citizens and no sign regarding the privileges of senior citizens. I believe said store. violated the implementing rules and regulations of
the Expanded Senior Citizens Act of 2003.




Guard, near entrance sign at Rustan's supermarket at Power Plant building in Makati, didn't inspect my luggage/subject said luggage to scanning with metal detector. Said luggage was large enough to contain grenades and firearms Also, employee at said store didn't inspect my luggage/didn't subject said luggage scanning with metal detector. Said luggage was large enough to contain grenades and firearms. Also, employee at said store acceoted for deposit my luggage without first inspecting said luggage/scanning said luggage with metal detector.While I was at said store, there was no sign in the customer area of said store regarding the privileges of senior citizens. I believe said store. violated the implementing rules and regulations of
the Expanded Senior Citizens Act of 2003.





Guard, at entrance to McDonald's restaurant, at Rockwell Power Plant, in Makati, didn't inspect my luggage/subject said luggage to scanning with metal detector. Said luggage was large enough to contain grenades and firearms. Also,there was no sign
in the customer area of said store regarding the privileges of senior citizens. I believe said store violated the Expanded Senior Citizens Act of 2003.


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Disaster Mental Health Awareness
http://mentalhealth.samhsa.gov/disasterrelief/

For Professionals:
Developing Cultural Competence in Disaster Mental Health Programs (SMA03-3828)
Download PDF (872K)
Field Manual for Mental Health and Human Service Workers in Major Disasters (ADM90-0537)
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Managing Stress During Disaster Events: A Guide for Emergency and Disaster Response Workers (NMH05-0211)

Psychological First Aid: A Guide for Emergency and Disaster Response Workers (NMH05-0210)
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Psychosocial Issues for Children and Adolescents in Disasters (ADM86-1070R)
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Psychosocial Issues for Older Adults in Disasters (SMA99-3323)
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Returning Home After a Disaster: A Guide for Emergency and Disaster Response Workers Brochure (NMH05-0219)
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Returning Home After Disaster Relief Work: A Guide for Families of Emergency and Disaster Response Workers Brochure (NMH05-0220)
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Returning Home After Disaster Relief Work: A Guide for Supervisors of Deployed Personnel Brochure (NMH05-0218)
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Self-Care Tips for Emergency and Disaster Response Workers (KEN01-0098R)
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Tips for First Responders: Possible Alcohol and Substance Abuse Indicators (NMH05-0212)
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For the General Public:
Tips for Survivors of a Traumatic Event: Managing Your Stress During a Disaster (NMH05-0209R)
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Tips for Talking to Children and Youth After Traumatic Events: A Guide for Parents and Educators (KEN01-0093R)
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Emergency Preparedness and Older Adults
http://www.cdc.gov/aging/emergency/index.htm
Emergency Preparedness and Older Adults

CDC’s Healthy Aging Program is committed to protecting the health and safety of older adults during times of disaster.
Podcast
(released December 2008)

Emergency Preparedness Concerns for Older Adults
This podcast discusses the special concerns many older adults face during a disaster.
Critical Issue Briefs
(released March 2007)

These briefs describe the work CDC is doing to protect the health and safety of vulnerable older adults during emergencies, and offer planning tips to older adults and their caregivers.

• CDC’s Disaster Planning Goal: Protect Vulnerable Older Adults Adobe PDF file [PDF–169KB]
• Disaster Planning Tips for Older Adults and their Families Adobe PDF file [PDF–103KB]

Specific Topics of Concern
(from CDC’s Emergency Preparedness and Response Program)

H1N1 Virus
Heat Stress in Older Adults
Disaster Information for People with Chronic Conditions

Related Resources

AARP Adobe PDF file [PDF–354KB]External Web Site Icon – We Can Do Better: Lessons Learned for Protecting Older Persons in Disasters

American Red CrossExternal Web Site Icon – Tips for older adults and their families

Florida Department of Elder AffairsExternal Web Site Icon – Disaster Preparedness Guide for Elders

SAMHSAExternal Web Site Icon – Disaster Relief Information

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Heat Stress in the Elderly
http://www.bt.cdc.gov/disasters/extremeheat/elderlyheat.asp
Elderly people (that is, people aged 65 years and older) are more prone to heat stress than younger people for several reasons:

* Elderly people do not adjust as well as young people to sudden changes in temperature.
* They are more likely to have a chronic medical condition that changes normal body responses to heat.
* They are more likely to take prescription medicines that impair the body's ability to regulate its temperature or that inhibit perspiration.

Heat Stroke

Heat stroke is the most serious heat-related illness. It occurs when the body becomes unable to control its temperature: the body's temperature rises rapidly, the body loses its ability to sweat, and it is unable to cool down. Body temperatures rise to 106°F or higher within 10 to 15 minutes. Heat stroke can cause death or permanent disability if emergency treatment is not provided.
Signs and Symptoms of Heat Stroke

Warning signs vary but may include the following:

* An extremely high body temperature (above 103°F)
* Red, hot, and dry skin (no sweating)
* Rapid, strong pulse
* Throbbing headache
* Dizziness
* Nausea

Heat Exhaustion

Heat exhaustion is a milder form of heat-related illness that can develop after several days of exposure to high temperatures and inadequate or unbalanced replacement of fluids.
Signs and Symptoms of Heat Exhaustion

Warning signs vary but may include the following:

* Heavy sweating
* Paleness
* Muscle Cramps
* Tiredness
* Weakness
* Dizziness
* Headache
* Nausea or vomiting
* Fainting
* Skin: may be cool and moist
* Pulse rate: fast and weak
* Breathing: fast and shallow

What You Can Do to Protect Yourself

You can follow these prevention tips to protect yourself from heat-related stress:

* Photo of elderly couple drinking water outdoors.Drink cool, nonalcoholic beverages. (If your doctor generally limits the amount of fluid you drink or has you on water pills, ask him how much you should drink when the weather is hot. Also, avoid extremely cold liquids because they can cause cramps.)
* Rest.
* Take a cool shower, bath, or sponge bath.
* If possible, seek an air-conditioned environment. (If you don't have air conditioning, consider visiting an air-conditioned shopping mall or public library to cool off.)
* Wear lightweight clothing.
* If possible, remain indoors in the heat of the day.
* Do not engage in strenuous activities.

What You Can Do to Help Protect Elderly Relatives and Neighbors

If you have elderly relatives or neighbors, you can help them protect themselves from heat-related stress:

* Visit older adults at risk at least twice a day and watch them for signs of heat exhaustion or heat stroke.
* Encourage them to increase their fluid intake by drinking cool, nonalcoholic beverages regardless of their activity level.

Warning: If their doctor generally limits the amount of fluid they drink or they are on water pills, they will need to ask their doctor how much they should drink while the weather is hot.
* Take them to air-conditioned locations if they have transportation problems.

What You Can Do for Someone With Heat Stress

If you see any signs of severe heat stress, you may be dealing with a life-threatening emergency. Have someone call for immediate medical assistance while you begin cooling the affected person. Do the following:

* Photo of water coming out of shower head.Get the person to a shady area.
* Cool the person rapidly, using whatever methods you can. For example, immerse the person in a tub of cool water; place the person in a cool shower; spray the person with cool water from a garden hose; sponge the person with cool water; or if the humidity is low, wrap the person in a cool, wet sheet and fan him or her vigorously.
* Monitor body temperature and continue cooling efforts until the body temperature drops to 101°–102°F
* If emergency medical personnel are delayed, call the hospital emergency room for further instructions.
* Do not give the person alcohol to drink.
* Get medical assistance as soon as possible.


* Page last updated July 31, 2009
* Content source: National Center for Environmental Health (NCEH)/Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry (ATSDR), Office of Noncommunicable Diseases, Injury and Environmental Health, National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion (NCCDPHP), National Center on Birth Defects and Developmental Disabilities (NCBDDD)
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CPSC Moms Ask Questions About Crib Safety
http://www.cpsc.gov/info/cribs/index.html
The picture, text and audio sequence is as follows:

CPSC Mom Patricia: What is a drop-side crib?

Patty Edwards, CPSC Engineer: A drop-side is a movable side of the crib that gives mom, dad, grandmom or any caregiver easier access to the inside of the crib. A traditional drop-side slides up and down.

CPSC Mom Lisa: Are all drop-side cribs bad?

Patty Edwards: Not necessarily. CPSC only hears about cribs with problems, not the ones that are fine. On the whole, a drop-side crib has a tendency to be less structurally sound than an identical fixed sided crib and thus it is more susceptible to problems from use, being moved, storage and assembly.

CPSC Mom Amy: How can I tell whether my crib is safe for my baby?

Patty Edwards: Every time you change the sheets, check that all visible hardware - every bolt, screw, track and clamp - is securely in place. Make sure the drop-side is on its track and functions well.

With the mattress out of the crib, wiggle the crib to see how tight all the joints are. If the crib remains wobbly after tightening all hardware, look for loose wood-to-wood joints that may be causing the problem. Stop using the crib if loose wood-to-wood joints are found or if you cannot fully tighten any screw.

Also, if one side of your crib is loose, do NOT push the loose side against a wall and continue to use the crib. The wall, along with a loose side, can create a space in which a child can get caught and smother.

CPSC Mom Patricia: What are immobilizers? Should I use one?

Patty Edwards, CPSC Engineer: Immobilizers are protective devices that stop drop sides from moving up, down and outwards.

If your manufacturer makes an immobilizer specifically for your crib, CPSC staff recommends that you get one and install it on your crib.

Only use immobilizers on cribs that don't have missing or broken hardware. These devices protect your crib's hardware and limit movement so that a child can't get stuck between the dropside and the rest of the crib.

CPSC Mom Mary: Can't I just fix my crib myself?

Patty Edwards, CPSC Engineer: Do NOT try to fix your crib. Do-it-yourself crib repair can be very dangerous and the results can be deadly. Infants and toddlers have died in cribs with makeshift repairs. . Untested screws can loosen and all kinds of tape, wire, and zip ties stretch -- no matter how tight they may be at first.

CPSC Mom Daisha: My crib has a drop side but I don't use it. Do I still need to check my crib?

Yes, you should always do regular checks on your crib to make sure that components are tight and not broken. Parts can still break or become loose, even if the drop side is not used.

CPSC Mom Amy: My crib has broken or missing pieces. Now what?

Patty Edwards: Stop using the crib and contact the manufacturer and report the problem to the CPSC.

CPSC Mom Daisha: Stop using my crib? So where do I put my baby to sleep?

Patty Edwards: If your baby is less than six months old and is not yet able to push up on their hands and knees, you can put your baby in a bassinet. If your child is older, you can use a play yard. If you believe your child is too big or able to climb out of a play yard, use a mattress on the floor or a toddler bed.

Final Screen: Look for crib recalls @

http://www.cpsc.gov/cgi-bin/cribs.aspx
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Kellogg Company Voluntarily Recalls Select Packages of
Kellogg's® Corn Pops®, Kellogg's® Honey Smacks®, Kellogg's® Froot Loops®
and Kellogg's® Apple Jacks®

http://www.fda.gov/Safety/Recalls/ucm217338.htm




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Seven Manufacturers Announce Recalls to Repair Cribs to Address Entrapment, Suffocation and Fall Hazards
http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml10/10270.html
Industry Launches New Initiative to Secure Drop Sides with Free Immobilization Devices

WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), with the cooperation of seven firms, is announcing voluntary recalls of more than two million cribs to address drop-side hazards and other hazards that affect the safety of young children. The recalling firms are providing consumers with free repair kits to immobilize the drop sides or other remedies. Do not attempt to fix these cribs with homemade remedies.

The drop-side and fixed-side crib recalls announced today are of units manufactured between 2000 and 2009 by the companies listed below. Consumers should contact these firms directly for the appropriate remedy:

* Child Craft, (this firm is out of business): Fixed-Side | Drop-Side


* Delta Enterprise Corp., of New York, N.Y.


* Evenflo, of Miamisburg, Ohio


* Jardine Enterprises, of Taipei, Taiwan


* LaJobi, of Cranbury, N.J.


* Million Dollar Baby, of Montebello, Calif.


* Simmons Juvenile Products Inc. (SJP), of New London, Wis.


“Cribs should be the safest place in the home for infants and toddlers,” said CPSC Chairman Inez Tenenbaum. “CPSC is committed to addressing the hazards with cribs and to restoring parents’ confidence that their child will have a safe sleep.”

CPSC continues to actively investigate various cribs for potential drop-side and other hazards as part of a larger effort by the agency to rid the marketplace and homes of unsafe cribs. CPSC staff is also working on a new mandatory standard to make cribs safer, which is targeted for completion in 2010.

The Juvenile Products Manufacturers Association (JPMA) has also launched a new crib safety initiative. The listed manufacturers are providing free drop-side crib immobilization kits to prevent the drop side from detaching, plus replacement hardware and assembly instructions for cribs manufactured by participating firms. These materials are available free to any consumer by request.

The firms involved in today’s recalls are providing immobilization devices or other remedies as part of JPMA’s crib safety initiative. Consumers can visit JPMA’s website, www.cribsafety.org, for a list of participating manufacturers and for downloadable materials about ensuring that children have a safe sleep.

The immobilization devices, which will be available in the next few weeks, should be attached to keep the drop side from detaching from the cribs. Immobilization devices are not a solution for cribs with broken or damaged drop-side hardware. If your drop-side hardware is broken, contact the manufacturer for an alternative remedy.

CPSC issued a warning last month alerting parents and caregivers that there can be deadly hazards associated with drop-side cribs. Nine million drop-side cribs have been recalled over the past five years. CPSC staff has determined drop-side cribs generally have a tendency to be less structurally sound than cribs with four fixed sides.

Drop-side crib incidents can also occur due to incorrect assembly or age-related wear and tear. Age is a factor in the safety of any crib. At a minimum, CPSC staff recommends that you not use a crib that is older than 10 years. Many older cribs do not meet current voluntary standards and can have numerous safety problems.
Important Message from CPSC:

The safest place for your baby to sleep is in a crib or bassinet depending on their age. If your crib has been recalled or it has missing, broken or loose parts, find an alternate safe sleep environment intended for a baby. If your baby is less than six months old and is not yet able to push up to his/her hands and knees, you can put your baby to sleep in a bassinet. Make sure your bassinet has not been recalled. Here’s a list. Also, you can use a play yard.

Do not put additional bedding such as pillows, thick quilts, comforters or anything plush into your baby’s sleeping space. More babies die every year from suffocation in plush sleeping environments than from defective cribs. Always place your baby on his or her back to reduce the risk of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS).

Visit CPSC's Crib Information Center for more information on Crib Safety and Recalls.