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[$] Marie McKay leads a Neuromuscular Intergrative Action class.

October 25, 2009

Marie McKay leads a Neuromuscular Intergrative Action class. The technique blends martial arts, dance and healing arts and has become very popular in exercise... Read Story.

[$] Sperm donor passes on heart defect

October 23, 2009

Sperm donor passes on heart defect CHICAGO (AP) -- A sperm donor passed on a potentially deadly genetic heart condition to nine of his 24 children, including one who died at age 2 from heart failure, according to a medical journal report. Two... Read Story.

[$] Marathon runners heart conditions often go undetected

October 22, 2009

Marathon runners heart conditions often go undetected By ERIN ALLDAY San Francisco Chronicle As thousands of young, healthy athletes line up at the start of marathons this fall, the vast majority will be focused on the finish line -- not on whether they... Read Story.

[$] H1N1 worst on young

October 22, 2009

H1N1 worst on young ATLANTA (AP) -- Swine flu continues to be most dangerous to kids and younger adults and is largely bypassing the elderly, according to the latest and most solid government health information. Health officials on Tuesday released... Read Story.

[$] NTSB: Many people are asleep at the wheel, literally

October 22, 2009

NTSB: Many people are asleep at the wheel, literally WASHINGTON (AP) -- The government should start screening truck and bus drivers, commercial pilots, train engineers and merchant sailors for sleep apnea, a disorder that is cropping up in transportation... Read Story.

Recent study links virus to chronic fatigue syndrome

October 18, 2009

Recent study links virus to chronic fatigue syndrome WASHINGTON (AP) -- A virus recently linked to prostate cancer is a new suspect in chronic fatigue syndrome. Scientists tested blood from 101 patients and found two-thirds carried it. That doesn't mean... Read Story.

New blood tests find heart attacks

October 18, 2009

New blood tests find heart attacks LOS ANGELES (AP) -- A new generation of blood tests can quickly and reliably show if a person is having a heart attack soon after chest pains start -- a time when current tests are not definitive, two studies found. The... Read Story.

How to lower your cholesterol without a prescription

October 18, 2009

How to lower your cholesterol without a prescription Q: Will red yeast rice lower my LDLs naturally? -- Kat, Kailua, Hawaii A: Nobody eats red yeast rice to lower cholesterol. They take red yeast rice supplements, which have a lot in common with the... Read Story.

[$] Some nutritious and tasty foods that help fight breast cancer

October 18, 2009

Some nutritious and tasty foods that help fight breast cancer BY MICHAEL ROIZEN, MD and MEHMET OZ, MD Q: I recently had a cancerous tumor removed from my breast, and I've been wondering if there are certain foods to avoid as part of my recovery. Can... Read Story.

[$] A fund-raiser for the American Cancer Society (ACS)

October 18, 2009

A fund-raiser for the American Cancer Society (ACS) was held recently at Central Elementary School in Napoleon and at the Henry County office buildings. Participants were staff and faculty at the school and employees of Henry County offices who paid $5... Read Story.

[$] Eating at work can add pounds

October 18, 2009

Eating at work can add pounds By ANN BELSER Pittsburgh Post-Gazette We all know the table, the desk, even the credenza where the goodies are piled in the office. Rosa buys pies every Thursday. R.J. brings in roasted peanuts. Teresa finally finished... Read Story.

[$] Many children don't get Medicaid dental care in spite of government efforts

October 18, 2009

Many children don't get Medicaid dental care in spite of government efforts WASHINGTON (AP) -- Two years after a 12-year-old Maryland boy died from an untreated tooth infection, low-income kids continue to face barriers to dental care despite state and... Read Story.

'The Power of Knowing Your Story' set Nov. 14

October 11, 2009

'The Power of Knowing Your Story' set Nov. 14 Women of Northwest Ohio will discover the power within themselves when Mercy Hospital of Defiance presents its biennial women's conference and community fair on Saturday, Nov. 14, at Founder's Hall at Sauder... Read Story.

Dr. Seal completes family medicine recertification

October 11, 2009

Dr. Seal completes family medicine recertification NAPOLEON -- The American Board of Family Medicine is pleased to announce the successful completion of its recertification examination in family medicine by Morris L. Seal, MD, of Napoleon. Board... Read Story.

New, less-invasive technique for heart's atrial fibrillation

October 11, 2009

New, less-invasive technique for heart's atrial fibrillation By SUSAN SIMPSON The Oklahoman Doctors at Oklahoma University's Medical Center have helped pioneer a less invasive surgery to correct a common heart condition. The thoracoscopic ablation may... Read Story.

Teens who binge on alcohol damage brains

October 11, 2009

Teens who binge on alcohol damage brains In human and rodent teens, youthful exposure to alcohol can produce devastating effects on still-developing brains and decision-making skills down the road. A recent study by researchers at the University of... Read Story.

Treating mild diabetes during pregnancy beneficial

October 11, 2009

Treating mild diabetes during pregnancy beneficial NEW YORK (AP) -- Treating even mild diabetes that develops during pregnancy helps keep moms and babies from gaining too much weight and makes for easier deliveries, new research shows. Pregnant women in... Read Story.

Neti pot brings natural relief to sinuses

October 11, 2009

Neti pot brings natural relief to sinuses By LINDSAY MELVIN Scripps Howard News Service For people like Karen Moss, who has long battled hay fever and undergone sinus surgery, allergy season can be particularly brutal. After Moss, who lives in Memphis,... Read Story.

[$] AP Photo Lorenda Donaugh is seen with her

October 11, 2009

AP Photo Lorenda Donaugh is seen with her 2-week-old daughter, Adelynn, at their home in Westerville on Sept. 29. Donaugh was treated for gestational diabetes during her pregnancy. Treating even mild diabetes during pregnancy seems to help both mother... Read Story.

[$] Zonta Club, DRMC hold fund-raisers

October 10, 2009

Zonta Club, DRMC hold fund-raisers A luncheon and 5K race were held recently in Defiance to raise funds for the discounted mammogram program for women in need of assistance at Defiance Regional Medical Center. The events were sponsored by DRMC and the... Read Story.

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