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Docs say friendship can be like vitamins
about 10 hours ago
Docs say friendship can be like vitamins We're all for crossing niggling tasks off your list and getting rid of the stress they cause. But sometimes, you need to ignore the laundry and that overgrown lawn and make a date with your best friend. Why do...  Read Story.
You can 'Step Up and Step Out' in Defiance County
about 10 hours ago
You can 'Step Up and Step Out' in Defiance County By DEB GILGENBACH Defiance County Health Dept. Looking for a shady walk? The Defiance County Health Department is encouraging local residents to take advantage of the measured walking areas in Defiance...  Read Story.
Keep eye on active kids in hot weather
about 10 hours ago
Keep eye on active kids in hot weather On the playing field or in a car, kids can get dangerously hot in no time at all. Heat exhaustion or stroke can sneak up on active people of any age amidst high temperatures and humidity, but children at play or in...  Read Story.
Supervise children around water for safety's sake
about 10 hours ago
Supervise children around water for safety's sake Summer activities are in full swing. Hanging out at the beach or pool on a hot summer day is a great way to beat the heat. Practicing water safety may not be on our minds when we are out having fun,...  Read Story.
Gene variants linked to higher schizophrenia risk paid 
July 3, 2009
Gene variants linked to higher schizophrenia risk WASHINGTON (AP) -- A handful of typos in a mysterious region of the human genetic code are connected to a slightly higher risk of schizophrenia, new studies show. In a first-of-its-kind look at the...  Read Story.
Triglycerides - key fat most people overlook
June 28, 2009
Triglycerides - key fat most people overlook You can't look anywhere these days without hearing about fats: They're in your butter, your crackers, your bloodstream and maybe even bulging a little bit over your belt. But there's one type of fat that...  Read Story.
Federal advisory panel: Just four rabies shots needed
June 28, 2009
Federal advisory panel: Just four rabies shots needed ATLANTA (AP) -- People exposed to rabies need only four vaccinations, not the five currently recommended, a vaccine advisory committee said Wednesday. In the past, rabies shots were dreaded almost as...  Read Story.
More mustard, more walking and more sleep
June 21, 2009
More mustard, more walking and more sleep We've often thought it would be great if there were such a thing as mental Viagra -- just swallow a pill and get a little lift where you need it. But, in fact, you don't need a pharmacy to bolster your ability to...  Read Story.
Two physical therapists certified in new technique
June 21, 2009
Two physical therapists certified in new technique NAPOLEON -- Two physical therapists with Napoleon Clinic Pro Rehab, Rachel Kruse, PT, CMP; and Christy Smith, PT, CWCE, CMP; have earned certification in a manual therapy technique called the Mulligan...  Read Story.
Gerschutz earns oncology certification
June 21, 2009
Gerschutz earns oncology certification Defiance Clinic nurse, Mary Gerschutz, RN, has achieved certification from the Oncology Nursing Certification Corporation (ONCC) and will add Oncology Certified Nurse (OCN) to her credentials. She takes care of...  Read Story.
Former CNN sportscaster at cancer survivor day
June 21, 2009
Former CNN sportscaster at cancer survivor day HOLIDAY CITY -- At the Northwest Ohio National Cancer Survivor Day, former CNN sportscaster Roger Cawthon will be the guest speaker. He will talk about his experiences with cancer. National Cancer...  Read Story.
Area artist Marge Bennett has donated this picture, paid 
June 21, 2009
Area artist Marge Bennett has donated this picture, called "Compassion," as a silent auction item at the National Cancer Survivor Day event at the Ramada Inn in Montpelier/Holiday City on June...  Read Story.
Diabetes program set at library paid 
June 20, 2009
Diabetes program set at library ARCHBOLD -- The Fulton County Health Center, Wauseon, will hold a class on diabetes management on July 28 from 6-8 p.m. at the Archbold Community Library, 205 Stryker Street. The topic of discussion will be myths, facts...  Read Story.
Emergency room doctors want say in health care reform paid 
June 20, 2009
Emergency room doctors want say in health care reform By LIZ FREEMAN Scripps Howard News Service Emergency room physicians want to play a substantial role in the crafting of health-care reform, especially because the driving force of discussions has...  Read Story.
Adolescents take longer to recover from concussions
June 14, 2009
Adolescents take longer to recover from concussions To recover from concussion, young brains require not only restrictions on physical activity, but also reduction of mental effort. That's part of the consensus reached by a recent international...  Read Story.
Defiance Clinic employees receive service awards
June 14, 2009
Defiance Clinic employees receive service awards Twenty-three employees received awards for their years of service at Defiance Clinic at a catered luncheon at the clinic on this past Wednesday. Honorees were: Pat Miller, 35 years; Jacquie Johnston,...  Read Story.
DRMC offering new dads program
June 14, 2009
DRMC offering new dads program Defiance Regional Medical Center (DRMC) and the Northcoast Fatherhood Initiative are working together to help new fathers get off to a good start. DRMC is offering the program, Boot Camp for Dads, beginning Monday, June...  Read Story.
Defiance Regional Medical Center Foundation recently awarded $1,000
June 14, 2009
Defiance Regional Medical Center Foundation recently awarded $1,000 scholarships to three area high-school and college students that plan on entering the health-care field. The winners of the scholarships are Jenna Thomas (left), Defiance High School;...  Read Story.
Researchers working to refine cochlear implants
June 14, 2009
Researchers working to refine cochlear implants By THOMAS GOLDSMITH Raleigh News and Observer DURHAM, N.C. -- Duke University audiologist Molly Justus looked like a recording-studio engineer as she adjusted a 16-band equalizer designed to improve the...  Read Story.
Local heart health coalition hears about various activities
June 14, 2009
Local heart health coalition hears about various activities Various summertime activities were discussed at the May meeting of the Heart Health Coalition of Defiance County. Present at the meeting were representatives of coalition members including...  Read Story.
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1. Docs say friendship can be like vitamins
2. Supervise children around water for safety's sake
3. You can 'Step Up and Step Out' in Defiance County
4. Keep eye on active kids in hot weather
5. Triglycerides - key fat most people overlook