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Researchers Looking for Causes of ALS

Regina Sass — Tue, 30 Oct 2007 14:13:00 EDT

Researchers in Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute's Social and Behavioral Research Lab (SBRL) have announced they are beginning a study that will look into the different variables that can affect the quality of life for Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) patients.

Content Producer: Regina Sass
Published: Oct 30, 2007

How ALSLou Gehrigs Disease Changed My Life

Fern Cohen — Thu, 15 Feb 2007 17:57:00 EDT

Three years ago, I received a devastating diagnosis; I had ALS, a disabling neuromuscular disease which could kill me in 2-5 years, and for which there is no cure.

Content Producer: Fern Cohen
Published: Feb 15, 2007

Matthew Gluck Runs for ALS

Obilon — Fri, 19 Sep 2008 10:18:57 EDT

It was one year ago when Matthew Gluck's mother, Ellen, was diagnosed with Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS). After contemplating the severity of this disease and the effects on its victims, Matthew decided to run.

Content Producer: Obilon
Published: Sep 19, 2008

Jim Schoemehl 5k Run for ALS on May 10 2088

James Donelly — Mon, 05 May 2008 09:14:26 EDT

A local 5k run to benefit research and families affilicted by ALS

Content Producer: James Donelly
Published: May 05, 2008

Muscle Twitching Help Foot Drop Strength Test for ALS

Jillita Horton — Sun, 25 May 2008 22:27:25 EDT

If you have muscle twitching and have googled twitching muscles, you've most likely stumbled upon some links for the deadly disease ALS. You now might think you have ALS, since muscle twitching is a symptom of incurable ALS.

Content Producer: Jillita Horton
Published: May 25, 2008

5K Raises 2K for ALS

Obilon — Fri, 19 Sep 2008 10:15:11 EDT

Running is a great way to stay in shape. Apparently, it's also a great way to raise thousands of dollars for a good cause.

Content Producer: Obilon
Published: Sep 19, 2008

ALS Association of Greater New York Met with Legislators in DC

Obilon — Fri, 19 Sep 2008 14:13:36 EDT

On May, 2008, the ALS Association of Greater New York sought support of legislators in Washington D.C. for proposed bills establishing a national registry and appropriation of funds toward research.

Content Producer: Obilon
Published: Sep 19, 2008

Twitching Muscles ALS Panic Tests for Finger Muscle Strength

Jillita Horton — Thu, 24 Apr 2008 10:11:37 EDT

Twitching muscles can have some people fearing they have deadly ALS. A classic symptom of ALS is muscle weakness. People with twitching muscles who think they have ALS are prone to relentlessly performing muscle strength tests.

Content Producer: Jillita Horton
Published: Apr 24, 2008

Surviving ALS Lou Gherigs Disease

Jeanna Hudson — Tue, 10 Jun 2008 12:13:16 EDT

Reliving the worst years of my life; bringing back the memories of a horrible death. As I held him in my arms he let go of life. I survived ALS.

Content Producer: Jeanna Hudson
Published: Jun 10, 2008

Surviving Hurricane Katrina but Losing the Battle to ALS My Moms Story

Laura Kirk — Tue, 15 Jul 2008 22:54:37 EDT

This is a daughter's tribute to her Mom's courageous battle with ALS, after surviving a different kind of battle, Hurricane Katrina. A story of love and family and inspiration to find a cure for Lou Gherig's Disease.

Content Producer: Laura Kirk
Published: Jul 15, 2008

Living with ALS Diagnosed at 22 Years Old

Destiny — Wed, 18 Apr 2007 11:30:00 EDT

In 2005, my best friend Holly was diagnosed with ALS, also known as Lou Gehrig's disease. Holly was a regular 22 year old with hopes, dreams and goals for the future. However, within that same year when she decided to fulfill those dreams, she was then told she had ALS.

Content Producer: Destiny
Published: Apr 18, 2007

Risk of Depression is Higher for ALS Caregivers Than for ALS Patients Says Study

Marcia Trahan — Mon, 19 Mar 2007 21:51:00 EDT

Italian researchers have found that people who care for family members with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) are more likely to develop depression than the patients themselves.

Content Producer: Marcia Trahan
Published: Mar 19, 2007

Researchers Discover a New Direction for Treating ALS or Lou Gehrigs Disease

Patty Oh — Wed, 28 Nov 2007 09:38:00 EDT

Currently only one medication has been approved to treat ALS, or Lou Gehrig's disease. Researchers have discovered a new direction that treatment for ALS may follow, along with a new medication that may treat ALS.

Content Producer: Patty Oh
Published: Nov 28, 2007

A Background on ALS Also Known as Lou Gehrigs Disease

Tamilo — Tue, 07 Nov 2006 20:42:00 EDT

Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS), is also known as Lou Gehrig's disease. ALS is a neurological disorder that attacks the neurons responsible for voluntary muscle movements. There is currently no cure for ALS.

Content Producer: Tamilo
Published: Nov 07, 2006

Compassionate Care ALS The Heart of Ron Hoffman

W1NE — Wed, 13 Jun 2007 08:23:00 EDT

Compassionate Care ALS is a nonprofit organization that assists people with ALS (also known as Lou Gehrig's disease.)

Content Producer: W1NE
Published: Jun 13, 2007

Researchers Discover a Cause of Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis ALS Lou Gehrigs Disease

Regina Sass — Sun, 16 Sep 2007 09:47:00 EDT

They have discovered that two cell signaling proteins, Nox1 and Nox 2 seem to play a very significant part in the progression of and inherited for of ALS.

Content Producer: Regina Sass
Published: Sep 16, 2007

Facts About ALS or Lou Gehrigs Disease

rileejo — Tue, 08 Jul 2008 09:46:51 EDT

A devastating illness that affects the family as well as the patient. Do we really know enought about this illness. There is much progress being made in research just not soon enough for some.

Content Producer: rileejo
Published: Jul 08, 2008

ALS is the Best Thing That Ever Happened to Stephen Hawking

Andrew Murphy — Mon, 17 Dec 2007 13:18:50 EDT

Professor Stephen Hawking of Cambridge University has become world famous for his groundbreaking work on cosmology...

Content Producer: Andrew Murphy
Published: Dec 17, 2007

New Discovery Could Lead to Therapy for ALS and Frontotemporal Dementia FTD

Regina Sass — Thu, 27 Sep 2007 11:00:00 EDT

They have discovered a link exists between a mutated gene and a protein that is found in the dead brain cells of patients with one form of dementia as well as other neurological disorders.

Content Producer: Regina Sass
Published: Sep 27, 2007

ALS Lou Gehrigs Disease Took My Fathers Life

Jamie Burke — Mon, 22 Jan 2007 21:01:00 EDT

What is it, who does it affect and how do you cope?

Content Producer: Jamie Burke
Published: Jan 22, 2007

Living with Lou Gehrigs Disease

Charlene Collins — Thu, 05 Apr 2007 15:51:00 EDT

ALS is an incurable degenerative disease that attacks the neuromuscular junctions and causes paralysis. Steven Hawking lives with this disease and he is not limited due to the power of his determination.

Content Producer: Charlene Collins
Published: Apr 05, 2007

Twitching Muscle Series Part 6 Information that Will Reassure You Youll Be Just Fine

Jillita Horton — Thu, 26 Jul 2007 09:02:00 EDT

Is your life ruined because you think that your twitching muscles means ALS? Here is the information you absolutely need to know.

Content Producer: Jillita Horton
Published: Jul 26, 2007

Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis disease An Examination of Lou Gehrigs disease

Christine Cadena — Fri, 08 Dec 2006 14:12:00 EDT

With thousands of individuals diagnosed with ALS each year, understanding the cause and origin of the conditon, the symptoms of ALS and the treatment options, will provide for an improved quality of life during disease progression.

Content Producer: Christine Cadena
Published: Dec 08, 2006

The Dynamics of a Wheelchair Purchasing for the Lou Gehrigs Patient

Christine Cadena — Tue, 17 Jul 2007 09:12:00 EDT

For individuals who suffer from ALS, a wheelchair often brings restored mobility and freedom. This is an overview of the considerations to be made before buying your first wheelchair.

Content Producer: Christine Cadena
Published: Jul 17, 2007

Twitching Muscles Exercise Routines that Can Cause Muscle Twitching

Jillita Horton — Thu, 31 Jan 2008 08:43:45 EDT

Do you have twitching muscles? Does muscle twitching scare you into thinking you might have ALS or multiple sclerosis? Don't have a panic attack: Some exercise routines, including arm exercises, cause muscle twitching.

Content Producer: Jillita Horton
Published: Jan 31, 2008

When Life Gives You Lemons

Obilon — Fri, 19 Sep 2008 10:25:22 EDT

Kids sell Lemonade to raise money for their Grandmother's ALS Chapter.

Content Producer: Obilon
Published: Sep 19, 2008

My Top 10 Charities

Marice Geisler — Wed, 01 Oct 2008 09:12:56 EDT

10 charities that support: the research of childhood cancer, make life with cancer easier for them and their families, feeding the hungry, giving comfort to those dying, and ALS research. Each charity has a online donation site and the physical address listed.

Content Producer: Marice Geisler
Published: Oct 01, 2008

Twitching Muscles Know Your Muscle Twitching

Jillita Horton — Mon, 24 Mar 2008 17:28:54 EDT

Okay, muscle twitching is a hot topic in cyberspace. Millions of men and women have twitching muscles. Many of them freak out and think muscle twitching means the deadly disease ALS because muscle twitching is an ALS symptom.

Content Producer: Jillita Horton
Published: Mar 24, 2008

Though Not Diagnosed with Lou Gehrigs Disease I Am Still a Victim

Dustin C Oliver — Thu, 31 May 2007 17:45:00 EDT

I am a victim of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), also known as Lou Gehrig's disease. No, I haven't been diagnosed with it. On December 26, 1990, around 2:00 AM, my father, Harold Ray Oliver, died from ALS. I was nine years old.

Content Producer: Dustin C Oliver
Published: May 31, 2007

Luckiest Man The Life and Death of Lou Gehrig by Jonathan Eig Details a Tragic Insipirational Story

Barbara Peterson — Tue, 21 Jun 2005 16:30:00 EDT

Lou Gehrig retired midway through the 1939 season when his disease, ALS, became too much even for the Iron Horse. He died two years later, on June 2, 1941. He was 38 years old.

Content Producer: Barbara Peterson
Published: Jun 21, 2005

Evening of Education and Hope

Terri Rimmer — Mon, 19 Feb 2007 09:06:00 EDT

A benefit for ALS featuring a reception and silent and live auctions is celebrating 20 years.

Content Producer: Terri Rimmer
Published: Feb 19, 2007

So Much so Fast A Movie Reaffirming the Precious Value of Life

Caballero Oscuro — Thu, 19 Oct 2006 10:19:00 EDT

So Much So Fast chronicles Stephen's life from the early stages of ALS through its devastating impact over the intervening years, documenting his physical deterioration but also mental determination in the face of an almost certain death sentence.

Content Producer: Caballero Oscuro
Published: Oct 19, 2006

Dr Bedlack and Duke Clinics to Receive Additional Funding for HSPSPF Research

Max O' Well — Sun, 25 Feb 2007 18:06:00 EDT

Dr. Bedlack has proven skilled in identifying Spastic Paraplegia when other doctors misdiagnosed the disease. His experience with ALS has helped him in developing meaningful research in SP and HSP.

Content Producer: Max O' Well
Published: Feb 25, 2007

How to Cope When a Loved One is Terminally Ill

Misty — Thu, 28 Jun 2007 17:01:00 EDT

As a family what we have found is that we all handle it a bit differently but some of the problems are very common. We have talked at length about guilt, putting limits on demands, bringing us closer together as a family and doing the best you can.

Content Producer: Misty
Published: Jun 28, 2007

Fourth of July Sports Moments

David Funk — Wed, 20 Jun 2007 17:14:00 EDT

A look back at the greatest sports moments on the Fourth of July.

Content Producer: David Funk
Published: Jun 20, 2007

The Hidden Dangers of Ionic Air Purifiers

Stephanie Raney — Wed, 20 Jun 2007 14:51:00 EDT

Ionic Air Purifiers

Content Producer: Stephanie Raney
Published: Jun 20, 2007

Do Me a Flavor Avoiding the Nightmare of MSG

Linda Ann Nickerson — Thu, 14 Jun 2007 10:43:00 EDT

A flavor enhancer, MSG over-stimulates brain activity, causing headaches, upset stomachs, diarrhea, irritable bowel syndrome, panic attacks, palpitations, seizures, shortness of breath, mood swings, lethargy, insomnia, and more. How can it be avoided?

Content Producer: Linda Ann Nickerson
Published: Jun 14, 2007

Twitching Muscle Series Part 1 Do Muscle Twitches Have You Terrified

Jillita Horton — Thu, 26 Jul 2007 09:02:00 EDT

Many people suffer from a mysterious condition in which they become consumed by intense fear - fear that they will be dead within five years, all because of two things: muscle twitching, and the Internet.

Content Producer: Jillita Horton
Published: Jul 26, 2007

The 10 Best Baseball Movies

John Sanchez — Wed, 25 Jul 2007 09:25:00 EDT

With baseball season now at the halfway point there are some fans out there whose favorite team is already out of the pennant race and finishing the season .500 is their only goal or dream.

Content Producer: John Sanchez
Published: Jul 25, 2007

Twitching Muscle Series Part 5 How This Muscle Twitching Syndrome Wreaks Havoc on the Mind

Jillita Horton — Thu, 26 Jul 2007 09:03:00 EDT

Who'd ever think that minor muscle twitching could bring sheer terror to a healthy person's life?

Content Producer: Jillita Horton
Published: Jul 26, 2007

Dr Death Released from Prison

P. Silva — Sat, 02 Jun 2007 09:04:00 EDT

Jack Kevorkian, a.k.a. "Doctor Death", was released from prison early Friday after serving eight of the 10-25 year sentence he received back in 1998 for the lethal injection of a Michigan man.

Content Producer: P. Silva
Published: Jun 02, 2007

Missing Pieces Radio Transcript Shari Lillie Greer Interview

Todd Matthews — Mon, 02 Jul 2007 21:06:00 EDT

Special Thanks to "Anon" with www.whokilledtheresa.blogspot.com for transcribing this episode!

Content Producer: Todd Matthews
Published: Jul 02, 2007

A Person of Interest How To Be A Better Witness

Cleveland Gonnawinn — Thu, 05 Jul 2007 10:15:00 EDT

You here it all the time on television the catch phrase "person of interest." What this means and one how to describe a person of interest aka "suspect." to the authorities.

Content Producer: Cleveland Gonnawinn
Published: Jul 05, 2007

Create Your Own Theme Vacation Visiting Historical Sites in Connecticut

Regina Sass — Fri, 01 Jun 2007 18:01:00 EDT

There are more ways to learn history than from books or movies. You can create your own Theme Vacation visiting Historical Sites in Connecticut.

Content Producer: Regina Sass
Published: Jun 01, 2007

Feuding Frenzy How Talk Show Hosts Feed on One Another

Kim Evans — Fri, 20 Apr 2007 10:16:00 EDT

The content requirements of daily talk shows have lead to a inane "feud mentality".

Content Producer: Kim Evans
Published: Apr 20, 2007

Gene Linked to Increased Risk of Stroke

Jack McGoughey — Thu, 29 Mar 2007 11:02:00 EDT

One of the most common genetic defects passed on through families can significantly increase a person's chance of having a stroke, according to a new study.

Content Producer: Jack McGoughey
Published: Mar 29, 2007

Through the Eyes of a Foster Child

Dahveed — Thu, 19 Apr 2007 09:26:00 EDT

For a brief moment, close your eyes, free your mind and imagine that you are 2, 5, 10 or 13 years old and you're playing with your favorite toy, video game or something that you really enjoy. All of a sudden, there's a knock on the door . . .

Content Producer: Dahveed
Published: Apr 19, 2007

My Biggest Secret Dads Death was My Fault

Jamie Burke — Fri, 30 Mar 2007 14:24:00 EDT

I was a selfish teen living with a dying dad.

Content Producer: Jamie Burke
Published: Mar 30, 2007

Neurological Disorders The New Epidemic

W1NE — Tue, 17 Apr 2007 10:10:00 EDT

It seems that lately everyone knows someone who has a Neurological disorder. There is Alzheimer's Disease, Autism, Bell's Palsy, Cerebral Palsy, Epilepsy.

Content Producer: W1NE
Published: Apr 17, 2007

38 Studios Curt Schilling Gets in the Video Game

Elliot Feldman — Fri, 20 Apr 2007 13:44:00 EDT

Baseball pitching legend Curt Schilling is a hardcore gamer both on and off the field. In 2006, he founded his own online game company.

Content Producer: Elliot Feldman
Published: Apr 20, 2007

Mariska Hargitay Law and Order Special Victim Units Olivia Benson

Antoinette McGowan — Tue, 22 May 2007 09:26:00 EDT

Mariska Hargitay plays the emotionally driven detective, Olivia Benson on NBC's Law and Order: Special Victims Unit.

Content Producer: Antoinette McGowan
Published: May 22, 2007

Blood Clots Linked with Recent Hospital Stays

TEMPESTWIND 1 — Mon, 30 Jul 2007 23:03:00 EDT

A study has shown that recent stays in hospitals are linked to blood clots

Content Producer: TEMPESTWIND 1
Published: Jul 30, 2007

Autographed Merchandise Genuine Vs Fraud

Manda Spring — Tue, 08 May 2007 10:49:00 EDT

This article features tips for those who collect autographs as a hobby.

Content Producer: Manda Spring
Published: May 08, 2007

Stephen Hawking Rides the Vomit Comet

ptosis — Fri, 27 Apr 2007 14:44:00 EDT

The 75-year-old Stephen Hawking rode the "Vomit Comet" for free and attained 25-second periods of weightlessness. Commenting on the wild up and down ride on his physique he said, "The zero-G part was wonderful and the higher-G part was no problem."

Content Producer: ptosis
Published: Apr 27, 2007

Whats Next for the Cast of The Sopranos

Christine Bude — Fri, 01 Jun 2007 16:54:00 EDT

Chances are that the cast membersof The Sopranos aren't feeling a lot of financial pressure to find their next gigs.

Content Producer: Christine Bude
Published: Jun 01, 2007

70 Years of Yankee History From Origins to Obscurity

David R. Michaels — Fri, 30 Nov 2007 12:46:00 EDT

With the 2008 season approaching, we've seen a significant change in team management (Joe Girardi replacing Joe Torre) and the Boss handing over the reins of control to his son Hank. There are still .....

Content Producer: David R. Michaels
Published: Nov 30, 2007

A Simple Guide to Credit Repair

mid_evil_thymz — Wed, 04 Apr 2007 10:20:00 EDT

Knowledge really is power and power becomes leverage. Archimedes said about Leverage "If you give me a lever long enough I can move the world." The First thing I learned is that paying off past due debts, does NOT significantly help your credit rating

Content Producer: mid_evil_thymz
Published: Apr 04, 2007

7 Baseball Greats Whose Careers Met Fateful Ends

David R. Michaels — Mon, 26 Nov 2007 21:13:00 EDT

We've seen it happen all too often; players that are cut down early in their careers, in their prime, or even when they are approaching the twilight of their careers. The list is lengthy and the reasons for their .....

Content Producer: David R. Michaels
Published: Nov 26, 2007

German Phrases for Work and Play

clarsonimus — Mon, 26 Nov 2007 11:03:00 EDT

This is a small collection of common German sayings that will hopefully provide an insight into the little-appreciated lighter side of German thinking.

Content Producer: clarsonimus
Published: Nov 26, 2007

The Horrible Decision Choosing to End Your Pets Life

Jamie Burke — Wed, 14 Nov 2007 21:06:00 EDT

Losing a pet is as difficult as losing a spouse for some people. Having to make the decision to put them to sleep is heart-wrenching.

Content Producer: Jamie Burke
Published: Nov 14, 2007

Book Review Tuesdays With Morrie by Mitch Albom

Shyla Martin — Tue, 18 Dec 2007 10:32:12 EDT

A review of this life changing book.

Content Producer: Shyla Martin
Published: Dec 18, 2007

A Brief History of Steven Hawking

Glen Peters — Fri, 21 Dec 2007 11:20:35 EDT

The title says it all.

Content Producer: Glen Peters
Published: Dec 21, 2007

My Picks for the AllTime New York Yankees Team

David R. Michaels — Fri, 18 Jan 2008 11:03:21 EDT

Since the first recognized professional league in baseball was born in 1876, there has been so much history, so many great players, and so many great teams. Several of us got together recently and .....

Content Producer: David R. Michaels
Published: Jan 18, 2008

The Greatest Yankees Player Part II

JOSEPH NYGARD — Tue, 22 Jan 2008 18:32:28 EDT

Here's more of the greatest players to ever play for the NY Yankees!!

Content Producer: JOSEPH NYGARD
Published: Jan 22, 2008

Chronicallyill People Are More Than Our Disease

Fern Cohen — Thu, 10 Jan 2008 19:58:32 EDT

A diagnosis of a chronic or fatal disease can be devastating. More painful still are the people around us, who often see us as nothing more than a disease, with a set of symptoms.

Content Producer: Fern Cohen
Published: Jan 10, 2008

Playstation 3 Adds New Features to FoldingHome

Otter — Mon, 31 Dec 2007 10:06:44 EDT

Folding@Home for Playstation 3 gets several new features in an update that will streamline the experience for users.

Content Producer: Otter
Published: Dec 31, 2007

Five Greatest New York Yankees Team Lineups of All Time

David R. Michaels — Tue, 13 Nov 2007 16:53:00 EDT

It's always a touchy subject in baseball when you mention the New York Yankees. They are single handedly the most loved and the most hated franchise in baseball history. So I don't expect that all of you .....

Content Producer: David R. Michaels
Published: Nov 13, 2007

The Payoff of Volunteer Work

Fern Cohen — Sun, 04 Nov 2007 19:57:00 EDT

Some of the best opportunities out there are available through community service and volunteering for a worthy cause. Although you won't get paid in money, the payoff is invaluable. Volunteer work can help you get into college, ain employment, or expand your social circle.

Content Producer: Fern Cohen
Published: Nov 04, 2007

Jerry Lewis MDA Pity Telethon

John Gugie — Fri, 07 Sep 2007 16:02:00 EDT

An article that condemns the outdated and demoralizing method by which the Muscular Dystrophy Association and Jerry Lewis garner donations each Labor Day.

Content Producer: John Gugie
Published: Sep 07, 2007

Bucknell Students Develop Screen for Zebrafish to Use in Lou Gehrigs Disease Research

S. Landis — Tue, 21 Aug 2007 09:12:00 EDT

Students at Bucknell University are working on ways to research Lou Gerhrig's Disease developed a prototyope screen to expose zebrafish, commonly used in research on the condition to chemicals used to treat the disease.

Content Producer: S. Landis
Published: Aug 21, 2007

2nd Annual Magnificent Mile Race to Hit Raleigh NC like a Hurricane

Max O' Well — Mon, 13 Aug 2007 20:42:00 EDT

The second annual Magnificent Mile Race to be run in Raleigh is coming on strong. It is blowing in with sanctioned road races (with cash prizes) and a new intown starting point.

Content Producer: Max O' Well
Published: Aug 13, 2007

Best Low Carb Ketchup For Dieters and Diabetics

Stephanie H. Dray — Wed, 15 Aug 2007 16:31:00 EDT

Just because you're dieting or diabetic doesn't mean you can't enjoy ketchup anymore.

Content Producer: Stephanie H. Dray
Published: Aug 15, 2007

The Dangers of Artificial Sweeteners

Melanie Neer — Mon, 10 Sep 2007 08:03:00 EDT

Artificial sweeteners have been around for over a hundred years, but Aspartame is the most commonly used substitute that is found in over 6,000 sugar-free products

Content Producer: Melanie Neer
Published: Sep 10, 2007

Fall TV Journeyman

Fern Cohen — Thu, 27 Sep 2007 11:12:00 EDT

The new fall TV show "journeyman" takes on elements of "The Time Machine", "Back to the Future" and "Quantum Leap" to fulfill everybody's secret fantasy of going back to our pasts to change the outcomes of our present and future.

Content Producer: Fern Cohen
Published: Sep 27, 2007

Where to Shop for Holiday Decorations in the Greater Portland Oregon Area

Lyn McCallister — Thu, 25 Oct 2007 16:14:00 EDT

Describes five popular and unique locations in and around the Portland area to shop for holiday decorations.

Content Producer: Lyn McCallister
Published: Oct 25, 2007

Successful Society Healthcare and Capitalist Evangelism

penrod — Wed, 24 Oct 2007 13:29:00 EDT

The articles explors what it means to be a successful society and the role of population health in determining success. The article goes on to explore, briefly, the systems in operation and to discuss the strengths and shortcomings of each system.

Content Producer: penrod
Published: Oct 24, 2007

Reasons NOT to Get a Flu Shot

April Johnson — Thu, 18 Oct 2007 08:44:00 EDT

Flu shots contain harmful substances, which can lead to mercury poisoning, diseases such as Alzheimer's, Parkinson's and Lou Gehrig's and even death!

Content Producer: April Johnson
Published: Oct 18, 2007

New Treatment for Stroke Leads to Fewer Disabilities

Regina Sass — Tue, 02 Oct 2007 09:53:00 EDT

Patients who are treated with a drug called minocycline within from 6 to 24 hours after the onset of the stroke, have a significant fewer number of disabilities.

Content Producer: Regina Sass
Published: Oct 02, 2007

Are the Red Sox Leading the League in Charitable Donations

Lima — Tue, 04 Sep 2007 22:04:00 EDT

Since their dramatic win of the 2004 World Series the Red Sox are in the spotlight for their on field accomplishments. But you miss part of who the Sox are if you don't check out their off the field charitable activities.

Content Producer: Lima
Published: Sep 04, 2007

Getting Serious Drunk Driving Offenders Off Ohio Roads

Shari Schneider — Thu, 14 Dec 2006 10:18:00 EDT

The article highlights an under-reported news story about major drunk driving offenders being put on a Most Wanted List that was publicized to get them off the streets.

Content Producer: Shari Schneider
Published: Dec 14, 2006

Xiaolin Showdown A Funny Show

Eric Williams — Mon, 07 Aug 2006 15:21:00 EDT

Although my wife Theresa likes to credit our son, Eric Jr. for being the one who introduced our family to Xiaolin Showdown, I remember that it was definitely my wife and not my son, who initiated the family's interest in the show.

Content Producer: Eric Williams
Published: Aug 07, 2006

New Stem Cell Research Advancements The Dream of Christopher Reeve Grows Closer

K. Cauldwell — Wed, 05 Jul 2006 15:43:00 EDT

The late actor Christopher Reeve was a tireless advocate of stem cell research in the last decade of his life. The results of a new study our of John's Hopkins Medical School may bring his dream closer to fruition

Content Producer: K. Cauldwell
Published: Jul 05, 2006

Breakthrough in Stem Cell Research Spinal Disorders Addressed in Rats

K. Cauldwell — Tue, 27 Jun 2006 09:32:00 EDT

In a study conducted by researchers at the Johns Hopkins University Medical School in Baltimore, MD, rats that had been paralyzed were able to regain partial use of the paralyzed limb through the use of mouse embryo stem cells injected into them

Content Producer: K. Cauldwell
Published: Jun 27, 2006

Ohio Dui Laws

Cindy Wright — Thu, 25 May 2006 10:59:00 EDT

On January 1, 2004 Ohio adopted a new OVI (Operating a Vehicle under the Influence) violation. It replaces violations for DUI (Driving under the Influence) and OMVI (Operating a Motor Vehicle under the Influence).

Content Producer: Cindy Wright
Published: May 25, 2006

All About Lou Gehrigs Diease

Lu Baker — Fri, 11 Aug 2006 09:20:00 EDT

He had to quit playing baseball.

Content Producer: Lu Baker
Published: Aug 11, 2006

How to Deal with the Loss of a Parent

Christie Silvers — Tue, 22 Aug 2006 15:48:00 EDT

Are you dealing with the loss of a parent? If so, this article may help you.

Content Producer: Christie Silvers
Published: Aug 22, 2006

Missouri Voters to Decide Stemcell Research Future

Lucinda Gunnin — Sat, 30 Sep 2006 21:07:00 EDT

Voters in Missouri will comment on a national issue November 7 when they are asked to amend their state constitution to specifically allow and define the conditions for stem cell research.

Content Producer: Lucinda Gunnin
Published: Sep 30, 2006

Frontotemporal Dementia

travels — Wed, 20 Sep 2006 13:40:00 EDT

Frontotemporal Dementia second most common dementia & rare brain disorder. The disease is a genetic mutation. Affecting speech, behavior & eventually memory. Most common difficulty to read & write. Currently no treatment available & cause death.

Content Producer: travels
Published: Sep 20, 2006

Buying Guide to Cell Phones GPS Phones and More for Kids

Pam Gaulin — Tue, 12 Sep 2006 18:48:00 EDT

veryone has cell phones these days. Is it time your kids had one too? Only you can deicde that, based on your family's communication needs and budget. There are some interesting options out there.

Content Producer: Pam Gaulin
Published: Sep 12, 2006

Eye Doctors Can Find More Than Just Visual Problems

Lucinda Gunnin — Thu, 31 Aug 2006 11:22:00 EDT

Everyone knows that eye exams can catch eye diseases, but what if your eye doctor could tell you your blood sugar was too high or that you need to control your blood pressure? He can.

Content Producer: Lucinda Gunnin
Published: Aug 31, 2006

Hall of Fame Case Curt Schilling

Mike D. — Wed, 24 May 2006 00:13:00 EDT

Is Curt Schilling a future Hall of Famer? To find out, we'll look at Schilling's stats, compare them to objective metrics, current Hall of Fame pitchers, and some of his peers, and see what they tell us about his chances of being elected to Cooperstown.

Content Producer: Mike D.
Published: May 24, 2006

Body Donations Save Families Money

Daisy May — Tue, 30 May 2006 13:05:00 EDT

Paying discounted funeral or cremation costs may seem to be an inexpensive alternative to planning an expensive fancy funeral for yourself. However, there is one way to pay less, or nothing at all, if the circumstances are agreeable.

Content Producer: Daisy May
Published: May 30, 2006

Prescription Drug Abuse in the Elderly

Cathy Meyer — Mon, 18 Jul 2005 22:41:00 EDT

An advancing number of drug abusers are addicted to, not illegal drugs, but to medically prescribed drugs. An even more startling fact is that among those abusing prescription medications are the elderly.

Content Producer: Cathy Meyer
Published: Jul 18, 2005

The Quiet Heroism of German Actor Conrad Veidt

Barbara Peterson — Wed, 22 Jun 2005 00:00:00 EDT

In his own way, German actor Conrad Veidt was just as heroic as anyone who picked up a rifle and went into battle against evil.

Content Producer: Barbara Peterson
Published: Jun 22, 2005

Arthritis and Women

Rene Jackson — Mon, 26 Dec 2005 10:29:00 EDT

Almost 27 million women in America have arthritis. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), says that by the year 2020, 60 million Americans will be affected by arthritis.

Content Producer: Rene Jackson
Published: Dec 26, 2005

Patient LiftsTransfers Save Your Back

Rene Jackson — Wed, 21 Dec 2005 17:45:00 EDT

How to preserve your back when lifting or transferring a patient. What's new on the market.

Content Producer: Rene Jackson
Published: Dec 21, 2005

The Controversy of Euthanasia

Cristina Olvera — Thu, 17 Nov 2005 09:59:00 EDT

Euthanasia is the practice of mercifully ending a person's life to release the person from an incurable disease, intolerable suffering, or undignified death.

Content Producer: Cristina Olvera
Published: Nov 17, 2005

How Moms Can Break into the World of at Home Transcribing

renee — Mon, 27 Feb 2006 16:45:00 EDT

Many moms dread the thought of going back to work, and many are now looking to get into the world of transcribing.

Content Producer: renee
Published: Feb 27, 2006

The Purpose and Importance of Philosophy

Stephanie Paey — Tue, 11 Apr 2006 11:19:00 EDT

Philosophy is a unique discipline. Unlike the sciences, it does not exist to invent commercial products. This paper outlines the basic principles of philosophy as an important and meaningful subject.

Content Producer: Stephanie Paey
Published: Apr 11, 2006

Effects of Color and Camera Shots in the Sequence of Road to Perdition

Belinda Grant — Wed, 15 Mar 2006 21:12:00 EDT

In the film, Road to Perdition, Sam Mendes used many different techniques to help get the viewer understand the meaning of the film.

Content Producer: Belinda Grant
Published: Mar 15, 2006