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‘Bone degeneration’ likely osteoporosis

Saturday, Nov. 1, 2008
Osteoporosis referred to as a "silent" disease Full story »

Fall calls for reseeding fescue lawns

Saturday, Sept. 27, 2008
Follow these steps to fill in pockmarked areas of your lawn or thicken thinned-out areas
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Learn the common misconceptions about weight loss

Saturday, Sept. 27, 2008
Misconceptions about fat loss abound. Here are a few of the prevalent ones Full story »

Local fibromyalgia support groups are hard to find

Saturday, Aug. 9, 2008
If you’re interested in helping individuals with fibromyalgia, you might consider organizing a support group in your area Full story »

Health Matters: Debbie Jackson explains insomnia and sleep apnea

Sunday, June 1, 2008
I have trouble sleeping. I wake up tired and feel awful all day. Is there anything I can do or take that will help? — A.J.F., ANDERSON Full story »

Your Personal Trainer: “Going the Distance”

Sunday, May 25, 2008
In boxing, “going the distance” means being conditioned and relentless so that you can last long enough to wear down your opponent and eventually win the fight. Full story »

AnMed to sponsor ‘LiveStrong’ program for cancer survivors Tuesday

Sunday, May 11, 2008
On Tuesday, Anderson residents are asked to 'LiveStrong' to fight cancer by wearing yellow. Full story »

'My mom and my mission in life'

Saturday, May 10, 2008
Please take a moment today and give respect, love and thanks to every mother in the world for the great sacrifices they have made — first to give birth and then to raise their little gifts and blessings from God. As we celebrate mothers, I’d like to draw attention to the most important thing: our moms’ health, well-being, quality of life and longevity. Full story »

Hay Fever is the most common allergy in the U.S., and is in full bloom right now

Friday, May 2, 2008
Symptoms are similar to symptoms of the common cold. Full story »

A quarter of babies don't have proper shots, study claims

Tuesday, April 29, 2008
More than one in four babies are not properly vaccinated, according to a new study. Full story »

Study finds we aren't so good at taking our meds

Friday, April 25, 2008
Many of us don't take all of our medicines as prescribed, which can lead to bigger problems. Full story »

In the end, it may be bacteria that get us

Thursday, April 24, 2008
Bacteria continue to evolve, and one day may win the battle over humans, a researcher writes. Full story »

Health Matters: Resolving sleep issues without medication

Monday, April 14, 2008
Dr. Debbie Jackson explains the purpose of melatonin, and offers suggestions on how to get sleep easier and sleep better without the use of medications. Full story »

Your Personal Trainer: Strive every day to reach your potential

Tuesday, April 8, 2008
John Defendis challenges readers to strive toward reaching their full potential, starting today. Full story »

Relaxation class aims to destress, rejuvenate

Monday, April 7, 2008
Gentle music wafts through the air as students assume cross-legged lotus positions on their colored mats, in a classroom at the Anderson Area YMCA.
With hands resting palms up on their knees, they sit quietly as instructor Heather Kline-Schaffer begins reading aloud. Today’s selection is from Deepak Chopra’s book, “Peace is the Way.” Full story »
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