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The Second Half: Spring has sprung

By Kathleen D. Tresemer Columnist Recently, one of our local weathermen mentioned that “meteorological spring” began March 1. I don’t know where
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March 10, 2010 | Also published in The Second Half> featured | Comments (0)

SwedishAmerican partners with UW Health

From press release SwedishAmerican Health System and UW Health in Madison recently announced a new affiliation agreement with the goal of
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March 10, 2010 | Also published in Health & Fitness | Comments (0)

Wellness and Health fairs at RAMP

From press release All four RAMP offices will hold a Wellness & Health Fair on the following days: Freeport: Thursday, March 11,
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March 10, 2010 | Also published in Health & Fitness | Comments (0)

Health Department announces Women Out Walking Program

From press release The Boone County Health Department is looking for participants for Women Out Walking (W.O.W.), a 12-week walking
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March 10, 2010 | Also published in Health & Fitness | Comments (0)

Beloit Regional Hospice provides volunteer training

From press release BELOIT, Wis.—Beloit Regional Hospice is will offer its next two-day volunteer training program for patient support volunteers from
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March 10, 2010 | Also published in Health & Fitness | Comments (0)

OSF Center for Health introduces Stability Ball classes

From press release The OSF Saint Anthony Center for Sports Medicine and Health Fitness is introducing a “Stability Ball Workout”
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March 10, 2010 | Also published in Health & Fitness | Comments (0)

Green tea and vitamin D–cancer prevention at your table?

From press release MADISON, Wis.—While cancer prevention in the future may never be as simple as sipping green tea or
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March 10, 2010 | Also published in Health & Fitness | Comments (0)

Will calorie listings curb fast-food habits?

From press release MADISON, Wis.—Would you turn your back on deep-fried cheese curls if you knew that a single serving packs
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March 10, 2010 | Also published in Health & Fitness | Comments (0)

Pet Talk: Blood banks are not just for humans

From College of Veterinary Medicine, Texas A&M University It seems that blood drives are going on everywhere all the time. As
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March 10, 2010 | Also published in Online Exclusives> Pet Talk | Comments (0)

The Second Half: Got the blues for Avatar

By Kathleen D. Tresemer Columnist I finally embraced modern entertainment technology by going to see the new movie, Avatar. Hubby and I
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March 3, 2010 | Also published in The Second Half | Comments (0)

Hunger explodes with the suburbanization of poverty

Nothern Illinois Food Bank reports 35 percent increase in food assistance needs. From press release ST. CHARLES, Ill.—The Hunger in America 2010
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March 3, 2010 | Also published in Health & Fitness | Comments (0)

Guest Column: More northern Illinois residents receiving food assistance

By H. Dennis Smith Hunger is not just an urban issue. Fueled by sustained poverty growth and double-digit unemployment, hunger has
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March 3, 2010 | Also published in Health & Fitness | Comments (0)

Pet Talk: Human behavior often a factor in dog bites

From College of Veterinary Medicine, Texas A&M University According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), 4.5 million people
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March 3, 2010 | Also published in Online Exclusives> Pet Talk | 1 Comment

RVC Dental Hygiene Clinic seeks patients

From press release Rock Valley College’s (RVC) Dental Hygiene Clinic is looking for patients who have not received regular routine dental
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March 3, 2010 | Also published in Health & Fitness | Comments (0)

Polar Plungers wanted to jump into Olson Lake March 6

From press release DIXON, Ill.—Be a fan of brrr-avery! More Polar Plungers are wanted for the March 6 Law Enforcement Torch
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March 3, 2010 | Also published in Health & Fitness | Comments (0)

Upper cervical chiropractic received in Italy by diplomats, medical professionals

From press release For decades, upper cervical chiropractors stood alone, isolated by the lack of knowledge and acceptance by the chiropractic
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March 3, 2010 | Also published in Health & Fitness | Comments (0)

The Second Half: Keep the change

By Kathleen D. Tresemer Columnist Seems like everybody is talking about “change” lately: handling change, motivating to change, reasons to change. I know
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February 24, 2010 | Also published in Online Exclusives> The Second Half | Comments (0)

Pet Talk: Cat Scratch Disease often goes unnoticed

From College of Veterinary Medicine, Texas A&M University Today, most people own at least one pet they consider to be a
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February 24, 2010 | Also published in Online Exclusives> Pet Talk | Comments (0)

Discussion of effective natural ways to handle stress Feb. 26

From press release Stress has become one of the most commonly-used words in many conversations and does not appear to
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February 24, 2010 | Also published in Health & Fitness | Comments (0)

Low-cost pet vaccine clinic for dogs and cats

From press release New Beginnings Cat Shelter will hold a low-cost pet vaccine clinic for dogs and cats from 10
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February 24, 2010 | Also published in Health & Fitness | Comments (0)

Northern Illinois Medical Group offers natural alternatives to treat autism

From press release According to TACA (Talk About Curing Autism) and the CDC, 1 in every 91 children in the United
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February 24, 2010 | Also published in Health & Fitness | 1 Comment

The Second Half: Are you at risk?

By Kathleen D. Tresemer Columnist Insurance is a funny thing in the Second Half of life, especially when you don’t have any. Well,
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February 17, 2010 | Also published in The Second Half | Comments (0)

Pet Talk: Pet first aid kit and emergency care information

From College of Veterinary Medicine, Texas A&M University “Be prepared” is good advice, especially if there is an emergency. To be
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February 17, 2010 | Also published in Online Exclusives> Pet Talk | Comments (0)

Guest Column: February is Children’s Dental Health Month

By Dr. Katina Morelli DDS, Dental Director for Delta Dental of Illinois February is National Children’s Dental Health Month, and this
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February 17, 2010 | Also published in Health & Fitness | Comments (0)

The Second Half: Celebrating Heart Month in February

By Kathleen D. Tresemer Columnist February is Heart Month. Don’t confuse this with Valentine’s Day-Heart Month is intended to focus our attention on
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February 10, 2010 | Also published in The Second Half | Comments (0)

Pet Talk: Pet vaccinations

From College of Veterinary Medicine, Texas A&M University Even though they may be taken for granted, pet vaccinations are vital for your
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February 10, 2010 | Also published in Online Exclusives> Pet Talk | Comments (0)

The Second Half: Who’s getting engaged?

By Kathleen D. Tresemer Columnist Since 2010 has been proclaimed “The Year of the Engaged Older Adult,” I have wondered how to
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February 3, 2010 | Also published in The Second Half | Comments (0)

Bowling benefit for kidney transplant recipient

From press release Friends and family of Michelle Vronch are holding a bowling benefit to raise money for kidney transplant medical
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February 3, 2010 | Also published in Health & Fitness | Comments (0)

Roscoe Pizza Ranch to host Beloit Regional Hospice

From press release ROSCOE, Ill.—In a unique partnership, the Roscoe Pizza Ranch restaurant and Beloit Regional Hospice (BRH) will come together
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February 3, 2010 | Also published in Health & Fitness | Comments (0)

Noah’s Ark sponsors ‘Spay a Cat Month’

From press release Noah’s Ark Animal Sanctuary Inc. is proud to sponsor Spay a Cat Month at Noah’s Ark Animal Hospital, 125 S.
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February 3, 2010 | Also published in Health & Fitness | Comments (0)

Red Cross offers tips on staying warm during frigid temperatures

From press release Bone-chilling temperatures have gripped much of the country, and the American Red Cross urges everyone to be safe
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February 3, 2010 | Also published in Health & Fitness | Comments (0)

Winnebago County Health Department holds free H1N1 clinic at Machesney Park Village Hall

From press release The Winnebago County Health Department (WCHD) is offering a free, walk-in H1N1 vaccination clinic from noon to 3
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February 3, 2010 | Also published in Health & Fitness | Comments (0)

Get trained with Red Cross in February!

From press release The American Red Cross has several upcoming classes this February. It is a great time for residents throughout
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February 3, 2010 | Also published in Health & Fitness | Comments (0)

Lonely Hearts looking for homes

From press release Winnebago County Animal Services is very excited to announce the introduction of a new pet adoption program called
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February 3, 2010 | Also published in Health & Fitness | Comments (0)

Pet Talk: The joy and troubles of feeding wildlife

From College of Veterinary Medicine, Texas A&M University I once had a sparrow alight upon my shoulder for a moment, while
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February 3, 2010 | Also published in Online Exclusives> Pet Talk | Comments (0)

The Second Half: February can be fun

By Kathleen D. Tresemer Columnist Second Half readers may know I received some flak last year for saying February was “the worst
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January 27, 2010 | Also published in The Second Half | Comments (0)

Pet Talk: Jogging with your dog

From College of Veterinary Medicine, Texas A&M University Jogging with a friend can help keep you motivated and fit. So should
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January 27, 2010 | Also published in Online Exclusives> Pet Talk | Comments (0)

The Second Half: Tips for safely getting through the winter thaw

By Kathleen D. Tresemer Columnist What happens in mid-January that gives us a few moments of joy, of hope, of warmer days
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January 20, 2010 | Also published in The Second Half | Comments (0)

Pet Talk: Captive vs. wild

From College of Veterinary Medicine, Texas A&M University “Mom, can I keep it?” is a question typically heard in reference to
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January 20, 2010 | Also published in Online Exclusives> Pet Talk | Comments (0)

Pet Talk: Flea allergy dermatitis

From College of Veterinary Medicine, Texas A&M University All pet owners recognize the signs—the itching, the scratching, the biting, the licking.
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January 13, 2010 | Also published in Online Exclusives> Pet Talk | Comments (0)

The Second Half: Back to my future

By Kathleen D. Tresemer Columnist Instead of agonizing over resolutions I need to make this year, I am starting 2010 on a
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January 13, 2010 | Also published in The Second Half | Comments (0)

Huntington’s Disease Support Group meets Jan. 10

From press release The Huntington’s Disease Support Group generally meets the second Sunday of every month at OSF St. Anthony
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January 6, 2010 | Also published in Health & Fitness | Comments (0)

The Second Half: 2010: This is our year

By Kathleen D. Tresemer Columnist “I don’t know about you,” I heard recently, “but I will be glad when 2009 comes to
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January 6, 2010 | Also published in The Second Half | Comments (0)

OSF St. Anthony Medical Center offers nutrition class

From press release Continuing research confirms that the food we eat has a major impact on our health, on how we
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January 6, 2010 | Also published in Health & Fitness | Comments (0)

Calling all artists for ‘Unforgettable Art: An Affair for Alzheimer’s’

From press release All artists from the Rockford area are invited to participate in Unforgettable Art: An Affair for Alzheimer’s, the premier spring
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January 6, 2010 | Also published in Health & Fitness | Comments (0)

Pet Talk: Adding a (four-legged) member to the family

From College of Veterinary Medicine, Texas A&M University Babies are wonderful additions to a family that can bring great happiness, but
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January 6, 2010 | Also published in Online Exclusives> Pet Talk | Comments (0)

Pet Talk: Adding a (four-legged) member to the family

From College of Veterinary Medicine, Texas A&M University Babies are wonderful additions to a family that can bring great happiness, but
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December 30, 2009 | Also published in Online Exclusives> Pet Talk | Comments (0)

The Second Half: My shopping challenge

By Kathleen D. Tresemer Columnist I figured with the Christmas season starting around Halloween this year, I could relax a little—you know,
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December 23, 2009 | Also published in The Second Half | Comments (0)

Twelve days of holiday safety from Rock River Chapter Red Cross

From press release With last-minute gifts to buy, social events to attend and family and friends to visit while the
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December 23, 2009 | Also published in Health & Fitness | Comments (0)

The Second Half: A different kind of thanks

By Kathleen D. Tresemer Columnist I am fortunate to be invited to some wonderful events in our community. I get invited, not
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December 16, 2009 | Also published in The Second Half | Comments (0)

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