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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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American Red Cross urges Rock River Valley residents to get ready for winter weather
From press release
Now that
Old Man Winter
has finally arrived, the Rock River Chapter of the American Red Cross recommends taking
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Think fire safety this holiday season
By Judy Comoletti
For most of us, the holidays represent a treasured time of year, and we work hard to
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Stroke and osteoporosis screening coming to Rockford
From press release
MADISON, Wis.—Residents living in and around the Rockford, Ill. community can be screened to reduce their risk of
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Pet Talk: The importance of supplements for your pets
From College of Veterinary Medicine, Texas A&M University
We all want our pets to live long, happy and healthy lives. To
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OSF St. Anthony Center for Sports Medicine offers discount on golf program for holiday season
From press release
If you are searching for a unique Christmas gift idea, consider the Golf Advancement Prorgram (GAP), an
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PAWS Humane Society Happenings
From December 2009 newsletteer
‘Chloe’
Some situations you can never forget. One PAWS volunteer stumbled into an animal hoarding situation. Though the
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