Providence Holy Cross Medical Center announced today that a study of quality at the nation’s 5,000 hospitals has named Providence Holy Cross Medical Center among the top 5 percent in the nation and a recipient of the 2006 Distinguished Hospital Award for Clinical Excellence. The study conducted by HealthGrades, the leading health care ratings company, found that hospitals in the top 5 percent in the nation had mortality rates that were, on average, 27 percent lower than other hospitals, and major complication rates that were 14 percent lower.

Mayor Michael D. Antonovich has appointed Michael Bloom to the Commission for Public Social Services. A resident of the San Fernando Valley, Bloom is employed at the Pasadena Recovery Center where he specializes in drug and alcohol treatment.  With his extensive experience in the treatment field, Bloom is aware of the need for community-based organizations that serve multiple needs of clients and is motivated to work toward improving the County’s social support system.

Two College of the Canyons students were named to the 2006 Phi Theta Kappa All-California Academic Teams.  Donovan Smith and John Walker were among students from throughout California who were honored at an awards luncheon in Sacramento on April 6.  The prestigious awards are sponsored by the Community College League of California, in conjunction with Phi Theta Kappa and USA TODAY. 

 

The Los Angeles Dodgers beat the Pittsburgh Pirates 8-3 today in Pittsburgh.  Dodger Jason Repko started off the Dodgers charge to victory by scoring a two run home run in the first inning.  Keep your dial tuned in to your Hometown Station AM1220 KHTS for more exciting Los Angeles Dodgers baseball.