Month: August 2012
AP IMPACT: Med tech’s arrest shows flaws in system
Radiology technician David Kwiatkowski was a few weeks into a temporary job at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center-Presbyterian in 2008 when a co-worker accused him of lifting a syringe containing an addictive painkiller from an operating room and sticking it down his pants.
The Makers of Hydroxycut™ Encourage Dieters to Pack a Lunch, Avoid Eating Out
While the truth is that the combination of a healthy meal plan, regular exercise routine, and a weight loss supplement like Hydroxycut™ is the best way to approach any weight loss effort, there are other changes that a dieter can make to improve their …
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FDA Announces This Year’s Flu Vaccine
We still may be in bathing suit weather, but flu season will be here before we know it. The Food and Drug Administration announced its approved vaccine formula today that covers three strains of influenza.
Why Driving and Sleep Drugs Don’t Mix
On Tuesday’s World News broadcast, correspondent Lisa Stark demonstrates the dangers of driving after taking sleeping medication.
Exercise may improve quality of life during and after cancer
Exercise may improve quality of life for people with cancer, according to Cochrane researchers. In two separate Cochrane systematic reviews, the authors gathered together evidence showing that activities such as walking and cycling can benefit those …
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3 million walking, running dogs make treadmills newest revolution in canine …
LOS ANGELES — Like any true celebrity, Uggie, the Jack Russell terrier from “The Artist” and “Water for Elephants,” puts in his time on the treadmill. At 10, Uggie doesn't do a heavy workout, just a light trot and walking, said owner-trainer Omar Von …
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Flexible Fitness: Physical therapy and exercise prescription
People are often referred to physical therapy by their doctor and wonder just what it is that they will be doing. Every course of physical therapy begins with a thorough examination. During the examination, the physical therapist reviews the person's …
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Depression and the Recession: UK Suicides Rose With Economic Downturn
The recession has reached beyond U.S. shores, and with it has come tragedy: A study links the economic downturn in England with a rise in suicides.
Memorial Medical Center offers healthy eating course
Some of the topics that will be covered include emotional eating; portion control and dining out; weight loss myths and fad diets; and protein and healthy snacking. Seating is limited. To register, call 788-3333. For more information, send an e-mail to …
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Highlights: Aly Raisman's Gold Medal Floor Exercise Routine …
Aly Raisman scores a 15.6, becoming the first U.S. woman to win gold in the floor exercise apparatus final at the Olympics.
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