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Teen Who Died of Cancer Gives the World a Heartbreaking Gift

Drew Weisholtz — Wed, 22 May 2013 19:30:28 +0000

Zach Sobiech is singing with the angels now. Zach died Monday at the age of 18 after a battle with cancer, but he left behind more than just memories for those who knew him. After learning that he only had a few months to live, Zach decided to write music as a way to say [...]

Helen Mirren Plays Queen for Boy With Terminal Cancer

Donald Deane — Wed, 22 May 2013 15:44:16 +0000

After Queen Elizabeth II said no to a dying boy’s wish to visit Buckingham Palace, Helen Mirren, who’s currently playing Her Majesty onstage, stepped in and made his dream come true. Dame Mirren, we love you even more now. Apparently, the Queen declined to meet 10-year-old Oliver Burton, who suffers from Down’s syndrome and terminal [...]

Has Angelina Jolie Given Women False Hope for Beating Breast Cancer?

Drew Weisholtz — Mon, 20 May 2013 15:06:47 +0000

Not everyone is applauding Angelina Jolie’s decision to undergo a double mastectomy. The Oscar-winning actress made headlines last week when she revealed she had the procedure because she has “a ‘faulty’ gene, BRCA1, which sharply increases my risk of developing breast cancer and ovarian cancer.” While public opinion has supported Jolie’s decision, there are some [...]

What American City Was Just Named the 'Laziest'?

Drew Weisholtz — Thu, 16 May 2013 12:55:34 +0000

America is known for its obesity crisis and penchant for lounging on the couch instead of getting up and doing anything physical. As it turns out, some cities perpetuate that stereotype more than others. Men’s Health magazine has finally answered the age old question “What are the laziest cities in the country?” For the sake [...]

Jillian Michaels' 3 Rules For Working Out Without a Gym

Nancy Mace — Thu, 16 May 2013 12:30:40 +0000

I am trying really hard to get back into shape. I've started drinking an Herbalife shake at lunch time and an Herbalife tea in the afternoon (I get them at Pair of Dice Nutrition in East Gore Plaza) and then eat a sensible, low calorie meal at dinner time. I have lost 11 pounds so far! YAY! I just don't seem to find the time (or energy) to go to the gym. It is probably just a terrible excuse, but when I get off work I like to go home and take a nap before David gets home.

7 Celebrities Who Have Had Mastectomies

Daniel Cassavaugh — Tue, 14 May 2013 14:49:42 +0000

With the news today that Angelina Jolie has had a preventative double mastectomy after she learned she had an 87 percent possibility of developing breast cancer, we started thinking about what other celebrities who have had similar procedures.

Here's a list of 7 celebrities who have had mastectomies.

Angelina Jolie Takes Drastic Measure to Avoid Cancer

Nancy Mace — Tue, 14 May 2013 12:47:33 +0000

Angelina Jolie made a surprising revelation early Tuesday: she has undergone a double mastectomy as a preventive measure. She told The New York Times, that she is a carrier of a “faulty” gene, BRCA1, which increases her risk of developing breast cancer and ovarian cancer. As a result, she discloses, she decided to have a preventive [...]

Walters Woman Not Only Saves Life of Stranger, But Her Life Was Also Saved

James "Bubba" Meeks — Thu, 09 May 2013 15:28:41 +0000

The internet has advanced through many stages in its 20 years. We can shop online, read the news, find out what’s coming out in our local theater, listen to your favorite radio station and even find a matching organ donor. That is exactly what Christian Stonecypher of Georgia did when doctors alerted her that she [...]

Top 6 and Then Some Distractions For Parents Behind the Wheel

Clay Miller — Wed, 08 May 2013 16:30:20 +0000

Driving. You can see it all while you are on the road. Sometimes you wonder why there are not more accidents. We are all guilty of getting distracted in one way or another. There are way too many things now to stop us from thinking clearly when we get behind the wheel. Researchers at the University [...]

Southwestern Medical Center Named One of the 100 Great Places to Work in Healthcare

Nancy Mace — Wed, 08 May 2013 14:42:32 +0000

Becker's Hospital Review and Becker's ASC Review have published their annual list, "100 Great Places to Work in Healthcare." The hospitals, health systems, ambulatory surgery centers and physician groups included in this list offer robust benefit packages, positive work environments, excellent employee recognition programs and opportunities for professional development and continuing education.

School Cafeteria Food – Is Going Vegetarian The Answer?

Clay Miller — Thu, 02 May 2013 16:15:39 +0000

Do you remember the excitement you had going to the cafeteria in school? Remember the good smells that greeted you as you walked in the door? That might be changing for some schools in the near future. A New York City elementary school cafeteria is one of the first in the nation to go meatless. Students at P.S. 244, the Active Learning [...]

'The Rock' Eats a Small Grocery Store Every Day to Stay in Shape

Jeff Schiller — Tue, 30 Apr 2013 14:56:10 +0000

Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson is a mountain of a man. He’s always been a big dude but it seems the last couple years he’s bulked up. A lot of jokes have been thrown around questioning his methods, but there is no denying The Rock looks like he came straight off the pages of a comic [...]

This Dude Lost 175 Pounds — Watch His Amazing Video Transformation

Jackie Mancini — Tue, 09 Apr 2013 17:35:01 +0000

Jon Calvo’s lifelong dream has been simple: He’s always wanted to be fit. Like many, he’s tried and failed at losing weight dozens of times, and has struggled with his weight since the early age of 7. In his life, he’s faced a lot of hateful comments and ridicule, including people who called him ” [...]

Airline Introduces Radical New Policy — Charging Passengers By Weight

Drew Weisholtz — Tue, 02 Apr 2013 15:16:38 +0000

With only two planes to its name, you may think Samoa Air is a fly-by-night operation, but it’s proving to be a fly-by-weight one. The airline has introduced a new policy in which passengers are charged based on their weight. Rates begin at $1 per kilogram from Samoa Air’s shortest domestic flight to $4.16 per [...]

You Could Die of Boredom With the Amount of Time You'll Spend in a Doctor's Waiting Room

Drew Weisholtz — Thu, 28 Mar 2013 17:01:38 +0000

If you plan to see a doctor anytime soon, here’s some advice: bring a good book. According to a new report from healthcare consumer watchdog Vitals, the shortest average wait time to see a physician increased more than a full minute last year from 2011. Alaska led all states in shortest average wait time in [...]

Still Haven't Adjusted to Daylight Saving Time? 5 Tips to Get You Back On Track

Nancy Mace — Wed, 13 Mar 2013 18:00:41 +0000

If you are the average adult, odds are your butt is still dragging this week thanks to the weekend time change. Well, according to a recent study , the average adult won't feel "normal" again until Thursday. Here are 5 tips from WebMD to get you back on track.

Water Kicks Soda to the Curb to Become the Most Popular Drink in America

Drew Weisholtz — Wed, 13 Mar 2013 15:09:38 +0000

If you’re in the water business, it’s time to break out the champagne and celebrate. Water is once again the most popular drink in America, taking the fizz out of soda’s two-plus decade run on top. Americans drink an average of 58 gallons of water per year, compared to 44 gallons of soda. That’s a [...]

Great Ways to Keep Your Brain Sharp

Nancy Mace — Tue, 12 Mar 2013 18:20:08 +0000

Just like your body, your mind needs exercise to remain healthy. One way to keep your brain sharp is to practice a technique called neurobics. According to researchers at Duke University, done regularly, these simple practices can help keep your mind sharp and ready to tackle new challenges.

Doctor Describes Kidney Stones Like Vince Neil's as 'Worse than Childbirth'

Dave Lifton — Tue, 12 Mar 2013 14:38:31 +0000

Following his successful surgery for the removal of the kidney stones that caused him to leave the stage on Sunday night (March 10) in Sydney, Australia, Vince Neil is expected to rejoin Motley Crue tonight in Brisbane as scheduled. But, considering Nikki Sixx said that Neil never cancels a show, it got us wondering about how painful kidney stones must be.

Drink Up: Judge Blocks New York's Large-Sugary-Drink Ban

Chris Chaberski — Mon, 11 Mar 2013 20:22:09 +0000

Looks like you’ll be able to a large Coke in restaurants after all, following a New York State Supreme Court judge’s ruling. Judge Milton Tingling released his decision today, announcing that New York City is ”enjoined and permanently restrained from implementing or enforcing the new regulations.” The move is a big blow to Mayor Michael Bloomberg, [...]