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Motorcycles and a mission: Breast Fest 2010
By Kathleen D. Tresemer
Columnist
When you think of “bikers,” does your mind go first to Wild in the Streets or
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Pet Talk: Hydration habits central to a pet’s health
From College of Veterinary Medicine, Texas A&M University
Summer is here, and most people seem to flock toward water, whether it
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The Second Half: Are you happy or depressed?
By Kathleen D. Tresemer
Columnist
In my Second Half, I run into a lot of things to be depressed about: limited health
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July 15 lecture to address ‘Exercise for the Cancer Patient’
From press release
A one-hour lecture about “Exercise for the Cancer Patient, Before, During and After Treatment” will be presented at
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Beloit Health System new emergency center Open House July 17
From press release
BELOIT, Wis.—Beloit Health System is hosting a “supER” community Open House to showcase their state-of-the-art expanded Emergency Center.
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Pet Talk: Emergency preparedness with pets
From College of Veterinary Medicine, Texas A&M University
If an area is not safe for you, it is not safe for
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The Second Half: Challenges: Diamonds in the rough?
By Kathleen D. Tresemer
Columnist
In our Second Half of life, we have challenges. How we prepare for them, handle ’em, and
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Summer cooling program utility assistance
From press release
The Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP), administered by the City of Rockford Human Services Department, will
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Pet Talk: Small rodents as pets
From College of Veterinary Medicine, Texas A&M University
Think of mice and men. Are they foe or friend? Not your customary
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The Second Half: A healthy dose of nature
By Kathleen D. Tresemer
Columnist
Lynda Gibson Johnson is a Second Half gal whose background is in sharing the wonders of nature
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City of Rockford Human Services Department announces cooling sites for 2010
From press release
The City of Rockford Human Services Department announces the availability of cooling sites throughout the city and surrounding
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Adult grief support group meets July 6
From press release
BELOIT, Wis.—Beloit Regional Hospice will begin a seven-week adult grief support group starting from 6-7:30 p.m., Tuesday, July
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Pet Talk: Birds as pets
From College of Veterinary Medicine, Texas A&M University
Four-legged with fur or two-legged with feathers…which would be the best small pet
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The Second Half: Kindling sparks a fire
By Kathleen D. Tresemer
Columnist
I love this time of year! First, it is warm and pleasant outside, and I can sleep
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7 ways to better digestive health and wellness
From press release
HOBART, N.Y.—Approximately 1.5 million people in the United States alone are afflicted with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), a
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Stopping ‘Karate Kid’ from becoming ‘Bully’ Kid
From press release
The first round of Karate Kid movies, which became hits in the 1980s, showed both the positive and
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Rockford kids benefit from summer food program
From press release
Through Rockford’s Human Services Department and Lifescape’s Community Kitchen component, more than 4,500 kids are being served a
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Roscoe’s Kids SPOT offers free cheer clinic July 2
From press release
ROSCOE, Ill.—Kids SPOT in Roscoe is looking to fill gaps in the community by offering healthy and fun
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Pet Talk: The dog’s space at your place
From College of Veterinary Medicine, Texas A&M University
We all know a happy pet makes for a happy home, so for
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The Second Half: What have you got to lose?
By Kathleen D. Tresemer
Columnist
In my Second Half, I have an unending urge to SIMPLIFY. This is not just a reference
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Superintendent’s Summer Challenge promotes healthy bodies and healthy minds
From press release
Rockford Public Schools has released details of its inaugural Superintendent’s Summer Challenge, a series of nearly 20 summer
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Why is breast milk best? It’s all in the genes
From press release
URBANA, Ill.—Is breast milk so different from infant formula? The ability to track which genes are operating
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Guest Column: CAFOs endanger human health by breeding disease
By James Wilson
Albert Einstein said: “Nothing will benefit human health and increase chances for survival of the Earth as much
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Pet Talk: Fostering for thought
From College of Veterinary Medicine, Texas A&M University
Ever have a soft spot for that starry-eyed cat or dog behind the
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The Second Half: Know your impact
By Kathleen D. Tresemer
Columnist
One of the biggest lessons I have learned in my Second Half is: You never know your
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NorthPointe hosts triathlon, Kids Summer Safety Fair June 12
From press release
Saturday, June 12, will be a busy day at NorthPointe Health and Wellness for people of all ages.
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Food Bank looks to ‘Refresh Everything’ through Pepsi initiative
From press release
ST. CHARLES, Ill.—You may have seen the commercials, and now Northern Illinois Food Bank (NIFB) needs the support
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Liver Foundation’s fund-raiser, Liver Life Walk Rockford, set for June 12
From press release, flier
The American Liver Foundation’s (ALF) fund-raiser Liver Life Walk Rockford 2010 will take place from 3 to
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South Beloit woman, Jefferson students awarded for volunteer work
From press release
Northern Illinois Food Bank (NIFB) recently celebrated their 12th annual Celebration of Caring event to honor top companies,
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Peanut Butter Rally for Rock River Valley Pantry
From press release
The Peanut Butter Rally, the Rock River Valley Pantry’s program that helps feed children during the summer, will
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OSF Saint Anthony Community Health Program offers suggestions to ’save face’
From press release
Not all facial surgeries and treatments are intended purely for the sake of appearance. For some people, having
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Pet Talk: Does your pet need a summer shave?
From College of Veterinary Medicine, Texas A&M University
The summer weather in Texas can become almost unbearable, especially here in the
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The Second Half: My aging face
By Kathleen D. Tresemer
Columnist
Staring at the mirror the other day, I asked myself, “Who is that haggard old lady?” Of
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Deadline June 9 for Black Male Health Communtiy Action Team Banquet
From press release
The Seventh Annual Black Male Health Community Action Team Banquet will begin at 6:30 p.m., Friday, June 11,
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Pet Talk: Horse cribbing and dentistry
From College of Veterinary Medicine, Texas A&M University
Pet owners sometimes forget animals need dental maintenance just like we do. It
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The Second Half: Tree makes three
By Kathleen D. Tresemer
Columnist
My regular readers know I plan to live to be 120 years old. Specialists in longevity will
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Winnebago County reports increase in pertussis cases
From press release
The Winnebago County Health Department is reporting a pertussis outbreak (whooping cough). During the first four months of
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OSF Saint Anthony ‘Golden Motion’ fitness program helps flexibility, strength
From press release
The OSF Saint Anthony Center for Sports Medicine and Health Fitness offers “Golden Motion,” a conditioning fitness program
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Health information now available at your fingertips at Choices Natural Market
From press release
Choices Natural Market, Rockford’s natural food store, is excited to announce the addition of “Oscar,” our new Fresh
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Have breakfast with 1st Step Chiropractic June 5
From press release
Join 1st Step Chiropractic for breakfast from 8 to 11 a.m., Saturday June 5.
Pancakes, eggs, sausage, muffins, fruit,
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EPA announces start of national lead-safe renovation program
From press release
WASHINGTON, D.C.—The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced that renovations and repairs of pre-1978 housing must now be
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Northern Illinois Hospice and Grief Center offers free camp for grieving children and teens
From press release
Northern Illinois Hospice and Grief Center and The Moyer Foundation, a nonprofit organization founded by Major League Baseball
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The joy of teaching canoeing & news!
By Tom Lindblade
President, Illinois Paddling Council
I first taught someone how to paddle working at a summer camp in 1961, and
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Camp Fire USA offers Youth Bereavement Camp
From press release
Camp Fire USA North Central Illinois Council is again sponsoring its Treasure of Life Camp at Stronghold, near
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Rockford Health System VIP Employer Wellness Program hosts first Walk for Wellness
From press release
The First Rockford Health System VIP Employer Wellness Program “Walk for Wellness” is scheduled from 8:30 to 10:30
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Pet Talk: Are people hazards to pets?
From College of Veterinary Medicine, Texas A&M University
Dogs, cats and other pets are a special blessing to the lives of
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The Second Half: Handbook for life–part four
Editor’s note: The following is the fourth in a four-part series. Part one appeared as an Online Exclusive in the
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Children’s eyes more susceptible to long-term damage from UV rays
From press release
CHICAGO—As children begin to head out to enjoy the warmer weather, many parents remember to apply sunscreen to
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OSF Saint Anthony Community Health Program explores complementary medicine
From press release
“Complementary Medicine: Maximizing Your Health & Wellness” is the title of the free OSF Saint Anthony Medical Center
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OSF St. Anthony Center for Sports Medicine offers discount on golf program
From press release
If you are searching for a unique gift, perhaps for a graduation or Father’s Day or for your
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