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Active lifestyle to be discussed
January 24, 2012 MARQUETTE — Alisha Wasilewski from Marquette General Hospital will be the guest speaker at the next National Alliance on Mental Illness educational meeting, scheduled for 7 to 9 p.m. Monday, Jan. more »» 
Local Medical Care Access Coalition fills void for patients at critical time
January 17, 2012 MARQUETTE —When describing her medical insurance situation, Carol O’Neill says she “fell through the cracks. more »» 
Keeping an eye out for potential vision problems
January 17, 2012 HOUGHTON — Whether you need prescription glasses or not, experts say an annual eye exam is a healthy habit to stick t. more »»
Diabetes net offers ed credits
January 17, 2012 MARQUETTE —The Upper Peninsula Diabetes Outreach Network offers free continuing education credits for nurses and dietitians who live or work in Michigan through video teleconferences, webinars and... more »» 
Seasonal affective disorder related to light deprivation
January 10, 2012 MARQUETTE —Those dealing with seasonal depression may be able to find help in Marquette or through the purchase of a special type of light, according to a local expert. more »»
Debate over who needs a thyroid check in pregnancy
January 10, 2012 WASHINGTON — Check-ups during pregnancy tend to focus around the waist. But there's growing debate about which mothers-to-be should have a gland in their neck tested, to. more »»
Global warming duscussion set
January 10, 2012 MARQUETTE — The Transition Marquette County Reading Group will meet at 7 p.m. Jan. 26 in the conference room at the Peter White Public Librar. more »» 
Safety first in shoveling snow
January 3, 2012 MARQUETTE —Though most local residents have likely already dug themselves out from under the remnants of Sunday’s winter storm, there is certainly much snow removal left to be done this winter. more »»
Need a new kidney? Try posting on Facebook
January 3, 2012 SEATTLE — Here’s another reason for holdouts to join the social media site Facebook: It's a great place to find a kidney. more »»
Health, nutrition clinics offered
January 3, 2012 NEGAUNEE — The Marquette County Health Department, 184 U.S. more »» 
Planning realistic, attainable goals a must for successful new year resolutions
December 27, 2011 MARQUETTE —For many people, Jan. 1 marks not only a new year, but a new way of looking at their life — or their health. more »»
Tai chi relaxes in Copper Country
December 27, 2011 MOHAWK — After taking the initiative to learn Tai Chi, Darlene Basto thought it would be a good idea to offer the practice in classes in the Copper Country. more »»
First Place 4 Health at Bethel
December 27, 2011 MARQUETTE — Bethel Baptist Church, 829 Grove St., Marquette, will host a First Place 4 Health program, a faith-based weight loss plan supported and endorsed by registered dietitians and physicians. more »» 
MSU program has long standing ties to Upper Peninsula
December 20, 2011 MARQUETTE —For decades, a small Upper Peninsula-based program has offered real-world experience to medical students from one of the state’s largest universitie. more »»
Weight loss program planned
December 20, 2011 GWINN — First Baptist Church, 195 N. Billings St., Gwinn, will host a First Place 4 Health program, a faith-based weight loss plan supported and endorsed by registered dietitians and physicians. more »» 
Challenge accepted
December 13, 2011 MARQUETTE — Rebecca Olds walks twice a week, making six laps around the Superior Dome in Marquette. Three laps she does walking and three in her wheelchair. more »»
Ohio prosecutor mulls charges for in-game fight
December 13, 2011 CINCINNATI — An Ohio prosecutor said Monday he will consider criminal charges in the aftermath of a players brawl at the end of the Cincinnati-Xavier basketball game, as stunned fans and school... more »»
Community meal set for Gwinn
December 13, 2011 GWINN — The First Baptist Church of Gwinn is sponsoring a free, community wide home-cooked turkey dinner, served from 5:30 to 6:15 p.m. Dec. 21. The church is located at 195 N. Billings St., in Gwinn. more »»
National Diabetes Awareness Month: Part 4
November 29, 2011 Click on the image below to enlarge. more »» 
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 »» |
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