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Dear Car Talk: I have a 2013 Honda Accord with 80,000 miles on it. I went to a local tire dealership and had a rear tire replaced. Right afterward, all my service engine lights on the dashboard were on. I took it to the Honda dealership, and they told me that the rear sensor wire had ...

Health Matters

Pain is both a symptom and a disease, affecting about 50 million US citizens. It may manifest in many ways and treatment is often complex, benefitting from an individualized approach to management. The consequences of pain can impair an individual’s health and well-being, potentially leading ...

Urology Pearls: Which weight loss program is best?

Charlene leans forward, hands on hips, a wide smile on her face. I saw her picture on the website of Jenny Craig — a commercial weight loss program — where I learned that she had lost 60 pounds. She is a picture of health, fitness, and happiness. Jamie, on Nutrisystem’s website has lost ...

Health Matters: The evidence on epsom salt soaks

Many Americans would say a hot bath is a relaxing experience, at least for those who take the time to indulge. But when combined with Epsom salts, the medicinal benefits are believed to be considerable. Although the claims are impressive, what is the science behind Epsom salt soaks and what ...

April is Parkinson’s Awareness Month

MARQUETTE — The month of April has been recognized as National Parkinson’s Awareness Month. The theme for this year’s awareness month is #FutureOfPD. The goal of this year’s campaign is to continue to raise awareness about the disease, its symptoms and the Parkinson’s Foundation, ...

BA.2 variant takes over. What’s known about it?

In the latest battle of the coronavirus mutants, an extra-contagious version of omicron has taken over the world. The coronavirus version known as BA.2 is now dominant in at least 68 countries, including the United States. The World Health Organization says it makes up about 94% of sequenced omicron cases submitted to an international coronavirus database in the most recent week. And the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says it was responsible for 72% of new U.S. infections last week. Dr. Wesley Long, a pathologist at Houston Methodist in Texas, said he’s seen BA.2 ...