LIVESTRONG at the YMCA begins in January

Staff Report The YMCA of Rock River Valley to offer LIVESTRONG at the YMCA, a physical activity and well-being
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January 11, 2012 | Also published in Living> Online Exclusives | Comments (0)

Book Review: ‘Growing With Nature’ documents success of outdoor classrooms

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January 10, 2012 | Also published in Living> Outdoors | Comments (0)

U of I Extension offers Recipes for Diabetes website

Staff Report University of Illinois Extension has launched a newly-revised website version of Recipes for Diabetes. Today, 25.8 million children and
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January 4, 2012 | Also published in Living> Naturally Rockford | Comments (0)

YMCA waives joiner fee in January, offers free weekend Jan. 21-22

Staff Report The YMCA of Rock River Valley announces the joiner fee will be waived for the month of January. The
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January 4, 2012 | Also published in Health & Fitness> Living | Comments (0)

Arbor Day Foundation offers 10 free flowering trees in January

Staff Report Residents of Illinois can ring in the new year by receiving 10 free flowering trees by joining the Arbor
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January 4, 2012 | Also published in Living> Outdoors | Comments (0)

Quit-smoking classes begin Jan. 11 at health department

• $35 registration fee requested, but not required from those who cannot pay; fee returned to those who quit smoking
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January 4, 2012 | Also published in Health & Fitness> Living | 2 Comments

Guest Column: Family support teams work together to provide care to their elderly members — part two

Editor’s note: Part one of this series appeared in the Nov. 9-15, 2011, issue. By Pastor Randall Hargate, C.A.P.S. — C.L.T.C. Crossroads
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January 4, 2012 | Also published in Health & Fitness> Living | Comments (0)

January is Glaucoma Awareness Month

Staff Report CHICAGO — More than 2.2 million Americans age 40 and older have open angle glaucoma, the most common form
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January 4, 2012 | Also published in Health & Fitness> Living | Comments (0)

Tips to help avoid cold-weather dangers

By American Medical Response GREENWOOD VILLAGE, Colo. — Dec. 22 marked the first day of winter, and the professional medics at
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January 4, 2012 | Also published in Health & Fitness> Living | Comments (0)

Can oral care for babies prevent future cavities?

By Jennifer Shike Media Communications Specialist, U of I College of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences URBANA, Ill. — New parents have
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January 4, 2012 | Also published in Living> Online Exclusives | Comments (0)

Study: Ankle braces can reduce injuries among athletes

By University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health MADISON, Wis. — Using an ankle brace? Wise choice. A new study
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January 4, 2012 | Also published in Living> Online Exclusives | 1 Comment

Yoga Rockford: Starting again with yoga

By Jennie Williford Pranayama Yoga Studio A new year is upon us, and once again, we are faced with the resolutions and
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December 28, 2011 | Also published in Living> Naturally Rockford> Yoga Rockford | Comments (0)

Christmas Tree Recycling Program runs Jan. 1-15

Staff Report LOVES PARK, Ill. — Keep Northern Illinois Beautiful (KNIB) has added a new drop-off location to its Christmas
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December 28, 2011 | Also published in Living> Outdoors | 1 Comment

Firefighting stiffens arteries, impairs heart

By Sharita Forrest News Editor, University of Illinois News Bureau CHAMPAIGN, lll. — Firefighting causes stiff arteries and “cardiac fatigue,” conditions
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December 28, 2011 | Also published in Health & Fitness> Living | Comments (0)

Adult grief support group begins Jan. 5 at Beloit Regional Hospice

Staff Report BELOIT, Wis. — Beloit Regional Hospice will host a seven-week adult grief support group beginning Thursday, Jan. 5, from
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December 28, 2011 | Also published in Health & Fitness> Living | Comments (0)

enTrance Center celebrates World Hypnotism Day Jan. 4

Staff Report In recognition of the sixth annual World Hypnotism Day Jan. 4, 2012, Rockford’s enTrance Center, 5844 Elaine Drive, will
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December 28, 2011 | Also published in Living> Online Exclusives | Comments (0)

Discharge summaries critical for nursing home patients

By University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health MADISON, Wis. — Sending thorough and timely reports to nursing homes
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December 28, 2011 | Also published in Living> Online Exclusives | 1 Comment

Enhance your relationships by taking care of yourself

By Phyllis Picklesimer U of I Communications Specialist URBANA, Ill. — Whether you make resolutions or not, the beginning of a new
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December 28, 2011 | Also published in Living> Online Exclusives | Comments (0)

Red Cross had 137 big U.S. relief operations in 46 states in 2011

Online Staff Report The American Red Cross helped thousands of people whose lives were forever changed by disasters, including tornadoes, floods,
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December 22, 2011 | Also published in Happening Now> Living | Comments (0)

MarketMaker connects farms and consumers to support local food movement

By Jillian Forkal Communication Intern, Office of Technology Management at University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign URBANA, Ill. — Where can you find
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December 21, 2011 | Also published in Farmers' Markets> Living> Naturally Rockford | Comments (0)

Dr. Julia’s Inn: How estrogen relates to cancer

By Dr. Julia Whipkey-Michniewicz, N.D. Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine I am blessed to have celebrated another year cancer free. In 2000,
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December 21, 2011 | Also published in Dr. Julia's Inn> Health & Fitness> Living | Comments (0)

Cross country skiing, snowshoeing offered at Sinnissippi Golf Course

Staff Report Once enough snow comes, cross country skiing and snowshoeing will be available again this winter at the Winter Touring
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December 21, 2011 | Also published in Living> Outdoors | 1 Comment

Gardening News: Keeping your poinsettia alive

By Debra Levey Larson Media/Communications Specialist, University of Illinois College of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences URBANA, Ill. — Poinsettias represent 80
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December 21, 2011 | Also published in Home & Garden> Living | Comments (0)

Marijuana, synthetic drug use on the rise among teens

Staff Report Marijuana use among teens across the nation rose for the fourth straight year, according to results from the highly
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December 21, 2011 | Also published in Living> Online Exclusives | 6 Comments

Know the 10 warning signs of Alzheimer’s disease

Staff Report CHICAGO — The holiday season is a time families gather and spend quality time with loved ones. It is
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December 21, 2011 | Also published in Living> Online Exclusives | 1 Comment

Holiday meals the most memorable of the year

By Phyllis Picklesimer Media/Communications Specialist, University of Illinois College of ACES News and Public Affairs URBANA, Ill. — Family mealtimes during the
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December 21, 2011 | Also published in Living> Online Exclusives | Comments (0)

Kindergarten friendships matter, especially for boys

By Phyllis Picklesimer Media/Communications Specialist, University of Illinois College of ACES News and Public Affairs URBANA, Ill. — High-quality friendships in kindergarten
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December 21, 2011 | Also published in Living> Online Exclusives | Comments (0)

Free hearing evaluations, hearing aid trials offered during holidays

Online Staff Report Sleigh bells ringing, children singing and all the other happy sounds of the holiday season. The question is:
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December 14, 2011 | Also published in Happening Now> Living | Comments (0)

To Your Health!: Small farmers, beware of Big Government

By Richard S. Gubbe Small farmers across the country, beware, your local authorities and the Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
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December 14, 2011 | Also published in Living> Naturally Rockford | Comments (0)

Entries sought for amateur outdoor photography contest

Staff Report Entries from Winnebago County residents are sought for Winnebago County Soil and Water Conservation District’s (SWCD) amateur outdoor photography
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December 14, 2011 | Also published in Living> Outdoors | Comments (0)

Dr. Julia’s Inn: Addressing cancer

By Dr. Julia Whipkey-Michniewicz, N.D. Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine The day after Thanksgiving, I celebrated 12 years free of breast
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December 14, 2011 | Also published in Dr. Julia's Inn> Health & Fitness> Living | Comments (0)

Blood drive Dec. 17 for 3-year-old cancer patient

Staff Report Family and friends are hosting a blood drive in support of 3-year-old cancer patient Christopher Rydeberg, from 2-6
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December 14, 2011 | Also published in Health & Fitness> Living> Online Exclusives | Comments (0)

Joint Commission awards Crusader accreditation

Staff Report Crusader Community Health has earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval for accreditation by demonstrating compliance with The
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December 14, 2011 | Also published in Health & Fitness> Living> Online Exclusives | Comments (0)

The four things kids really want this holiday season

By Phyllis Picklesimer Media/Communications Specialist, University of Illinois College of ACES News and Public Affairs URBANA, Ill. — For many families, the
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December 14, 2011 | Also published in Health & Fitness> Living> Online Exclusives | Comments (0)

Weatherize your home and vehicle for winter weather

Staff Report CHICAGO — With winter just around the corner, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)
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December 14, 2011 | Also published in Living> Online Exclusives | Comments (0)

Holiday Toy Drive Breakfast Dec. 8 at Rockford Memorial Hospital

Online Staff Report A group of area professionals will distribute hundreds of toys to pediatric patients at Rockford Memorial Hospital Thursday,
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December 7, 2011 | Also published in Happening Now> Living | Comments (0)

Families, friends urged to help loved ones address hearing loss

Staff Report Professional Hearing & Audiology Clinics is urging families within the Rockford area to be alert for relatives and friends
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December 7, 2011 | Also published in Health & Fitness> Living | Comments (0)

One Green Thing: Just plain miscellaneous …

By Jan Herbert Rockford Park District Whether you were “green” before the color was fashionable or whether you’re just ready to find
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December 7, 2011 | Also published in Living> Naturally Rockford | Comments (0)

Festival of Trees on display at Sycamore’s Midwest Museum of Natural History

Staff Report SYCAMORE, Ill. — Ah, the holidays. Time for snow, Christmas lights, reindeer, polar bears, and lions in Santa
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December 7, 2011 | Also published in Living> Outdoors | Comments (0)

Dec. 6 vigil honors those who have lost a child

Online Staff Report Area families are invited to attend the Angel Statue of Hope Candlelight Vigil and Remembrance Ceremony held
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December 5, 2011 | Also published in Happening Now> Living | Comments (0)

World AIDS Day Dec. 1: Health Department offers HIV testing

Online Staff Report World AIDS Day is Thursday, Dec. 1, and approximately 1.2 million people are living with HIV in the
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November 30, 2011 | Also published in Happening Now> Living | Comments (0)

Lifescape offers help in recognition of American Diabetes Month

Staff Report Without doubt, diabetes is a life-changing condition. With nearly 26 million children and adults in America living with
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November 30, 2011 | Also published in Health & Fitness> Living | 3 Comments

Surviving the holidays with diabetes

Staff Report Everyone loves eating during the holidays. From the traditional Thanksgiving meal to office parties and New Year’s Eve,
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November 30, 2011 | Also published in Health & Fitness> Living | Comments (0)

Bring down your holiday stress levels

By Phyllis Picklesimer Media/Communications Specialist, University of Illinois College of ACES News and Public Affairs URBANA, Ill. — Shopping, decorating, gift wrapping,
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November 30, 2011 | Also published in Health & Fitness> Living | Comments (0)

Pet Talk: Dealing with your pet’s fears

From College of Veterinary Medicine, Texas A&M University Your cute puppy is usually a wonderful little bundle of joy. However, when
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November 30, 2011 | Also published in Living> Online Exclusives | Comments (0)

Yoga Rockford: Finding depth in yoga with practice at home

By Jennie Williford Pranayama Yoga Studio For most of us, yoga practice is the hour-and-a-half (or sometimes less) we spend in our
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November 30, 2011 | Also published in Living> Naturally Rockford> Yoga Rockford | Comments (0)

Lieutenant governor announces first edition of the Rural Counties Newsletter

Staff Report Illinois Lt. Gov. Sheila Simon invites the public to visit their website and the first edition of the Rural
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November 30, 2011 | Also published in Living> Outdoors | Comments (0)

Christmas tree tradition revived at former Sinnissippi Tree Farm in Oregon, Ill.

Online Staff Report OREGON, Ill. — The tradition of choosing and cutting your own perfect Christmas tree will be re-kindled at
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November 25, 2011 | Also published in Happening Now> Living | Comments (0)

Dr. Julia’s Inn: In-home days explained; flu shots toxic

By Dr. Julia Whipkey-Michniewicz Mondays and Fridays are my In-Home days. I have been doing In-Homes for 24 years. This
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November 23, 2011 | Also published in Dr. Julia's Inn> Living> Naturally Rockford | 1 Comment

Patty’s Plants to be featured at Holiday Luncheon Dec. 6

Staff Report The Council of Rockford Gardeners will host a Holiday Luncheon Tuesday, Dec. 6, at Giovanni’s, East State and
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November 23, 2011 | Also published in Living> Outdoors | Comments (0)


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