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Medicare back on the brink over reductions to doctors
November 29, 2011 WASHINGTON — It’s become a symbol of sorts for the federal government's budget dysfunction: Unless Congress acts before Jan. more »»
Change coming in health care tax
November 29, 2011 HOUGHTON — A new Michigan tax on some health insurance claims has at least one local business concerned they will be facing an increase in costs for the insurance they provide. On Sept. 20, Go. more »»
Health department clinics set
November 29, 2011 NEGAUNEE — The Marquette County Health Department, 184 U.S. more »»
National Diabetes Awareness Month: Part 3
November 22, 2011 Click on the image below to enlarge. more »» 
As Thanksgiving approaches, there are many ways to remain healthful
November 22, 2011 MARQUETTE —As Thanksgiving approaches, people often look forward to elaborate holiday dinners, piles of desserts and hours of lounging around, watching television and socializing with family and... more »»
Great American Smokeout encourages smokers to make decision to kick habit
November 22, 2011 HANCOCK — With a calculator in hand, Gail Ploe put statistics in perspective for pack-a-day smokers. more »»
Arts, culture fund offers grants
November 22, 2011 MARQUETTE — The Adult Amateur Arts, Music and Culture Fund held by the Marquette County Community Foundation is accepting applications. more »»
Lakeview school craft sale set
November 22, 2011 NEGAUNEE — The Lakeview Parent Teacher Partnership will sponsor a craft sale from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Dec. 10 at Lakeview Elementary School in Negaune. more »»
National Diabetes Awareness Month: Part 2
November 15, 2011 Click on the image below to enlarge. more »»
National Diabetes Awareness Month
November 8, 2011 Click on the image below to enlarge. more »» 
Dementia and obesity
November 8, 2011 MARQUETTE — The rising number of Michigan residents with dementia and the state’s increasing obesity rate could be linked. more »» 
Workout 101: Choosing right routine a challenging task
November 1, 2011 MARQUETTE — Zumba, spinning, lifting weights, running, cycling, yoga high intensity interval training. more »» 
Initiative launches with help from state health department grant
October 25, 2011 GWINN — For the first time in more than 15 years, Gwinn high school and middle school students had immediate access to a school nurse on Oct. 1. more »» 
Snyder calls for state mental health reform
October 18, 2011 LANSING — Gov. Rick Snyder has called for changes to mental health programs to keep mentally ill people out of prison. What his administration plans to do about it is unclear. more »» 
RADON: Corralling a silent killer
October 18, 2011 Radon gas is colorless, odorless and tasteless, and potentially lethal. more »» 
Medical marijuana: Enforcement of state law a challenging task
October 11, 2011 LANSING — Do cops have trouble enforcing Michigan’s medical marijuana law? “Dude, what kind of question is that?” jokes Terrence Jungel, executive director of the Michigan Sheriffs’ Association. more »»
Taking no chances: How to lessen the chance of sudden infant death syndrome
October 11, 2011 HANCOCK — What causes sudden infant death syndrome is still a mystery. Regardless, there are several basic things parents can do that significantly lessen their infant’s risk of death. more »» 
Local anesthesiologist is key member of surgical team
October 4, 2011 MARQUETTE —Watching an anesthesiologist work is a fascinating thing. more »» 
Healthy Weight Journal summer-long effort concludes
September 27, 2011 MARQUETTE — Twelve weeks, 280 regular participants and 759 pounds lost. more »» 
Flu shot clinic in Copper Country draws 1,000 people
September 27, 2011 HANCOCK — About 1,000 people got an early jump on staying healthy during flu season Saturday at Hancock Central High School. more »» |
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