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‘Long distance’ treatment highlights Keweenaw program
April 12, 2011 L’ANSE — With gasoline prices nearing $4 a gallon, long distance medical appointments can be costly, not to mention take time away from home and work. more »» 
Supporting children goal of Parenting Awareness Month
March 29, 2011 HOUGHTON — Being a good parent and keeping children safe can be difficult for anyone, but some people need more help than others, which was the purpose of Parenting Awareness Month in March. more »»
Community garden session set
March 29, 2011 ISHPEMING — Grace Episcopal Church, 301 N. First St. more »» 
It’s sports medicine, Marquette style
March 22, 2011 MARQUETTE — With a large number of high schools in the area and Northern Michigan University — not to mention the abundant wilderness with numerous recreational opportunities — the Marquette area is... more »»
Health care overhaul taking root in divided nation
March 22, 2011 WASHINGTON — A year after President Barack Obama signed his health care overhaul, the law remains so divisive that Americans can't even agree on what to call it. more »»
Center will assist walking, balance
March 22, 2011 MARQUETTE — Marquette General Hospital has announced the implementation of the Marquette General Walking and Balance Center, designed to diagnose and treat patients with walking and balance issues,... more »» 
Bike riding 101
March 15, 2011 MARQUETTE — Stationary exercise bikes are in almost every gym in the country, but for those looking to get their exercise on a real bike, there are a few things they should know. more »»
Olympic medalist provides building blocks for success
March 15, 2011 HOUGHTON — Good habits take no more energy than bad ones. It’s all about the simple choice. more »» 
Alzheimer’s disease: A growing threat to region
March 8, 2011 MARQUETTE — There are about 8,400 people in the Upper Peninsula with Alzheimer’s disease or dementia and according to officials with a local Alzheimer’s group, that number is likely to double as the... more »»
Correcting sleep issues
March 8, 2011 HANCOCK — Sleep is one of the most important things the body needs — and unfortunately, sometimes one of the most elusive. more »»
Montana judge orders hysterectomy, patient appeals
March 8, 2011 MISSOULA, Mon. more »» 
So you’re thinking about getting an oral piercing
March 1, 2011 MARQUETTE — Two local physicians are urging people to think twice before getting an oral piercing. more »» 
Sharps disposal
February 22, 2011 MARQUETTE — There is now a safe way to dispose of sharps in Marquette County. more »» 
Symptomless crisis: Many heart attacks take place without warning
February 22, 2011 LAURIUM — Gordon Rintala, director of diagnostic services for Aspirus Keweenaw Hospital, said one in three people who end up in the emergency room with a heart attack never had one symptom. more »» 
Bath salts?
February 15, 2011 MARQUETTE — Authorities are continuing to warn residents about a dangerous substance being marketed as “bath salts” even after a Marquette County Health Department emergency order banning the sale o... more »» 
Healthy advice: Copper Country residents attend wellness symposium
February 15, 2011 HANCOCK — With the chance to talk with different health and wellness professionals, as well as hear lectures of interest, many Copper Country residents flocked to the Finnish American Heritage Cente... more »» 
Flu season heating up
February 8, 2011 MARQUETTE — Although it feels like it’s the halfway point of winter, the flu season in Michigan is just getting started. D. more »»
Keeping active a key aspect to living long life
February 8, 2011 HANCOCK — One month shy of her 99th birthday, Sylvia Collum is living proof that you’re never too old to be active. more »» |
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