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Top Myths-And Facts-About Diabetes
If you or a person you are caring for has diabetes-and uses insulin-you may want to learn more about the facts and myths surrounding diabetes and insulin pump therapy. Myth: All people with diabetes are overweight. Reality: Weight is not a cause (or effect) of either type 1 or type 2 diabetes. Type 1 diabetes [...]
Make the Call, Don’t Miss a Beat
Did you know that a woman suffers a heart attack every minute in the United States? Don’t be included in that statistic. It helps to be aware of how to tell whether you’re having a heart attack and what to do if you are. Here, from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) [...]
Remembering 2011 Greats
Sam Rivers, 80 Years old Jazz Legend Died from pneumonia Cesaria Evora, 70 years old First World Music Act to take the stage at Los Angeles Walt Disney Concert Hall in 2003. Patrice O’Neal, 41 years old Comedian Had diabetes and suffered from a stroke in October 2011. Joe Frazier, 67 Years old Heavy weight [...]
Verity Gospel Music Group Set to Release Fred Hammond’s God, Love & Romance
New York, New York — Almost four years ago, Fred Hammond declared that he was going to do a love album “before he leaves this earth.” Truly a man of his word, Hammond has done just that with his new project GOD, LOVE & ROMANCE. Set for release January 31, 2012, the 2-CD set is [...]
DRIVEN II A Tribute to African-American Achievement in the Automotive Industry
Recognized as a global leader in human resources, training and development, Lisa Wicker has written two critically acclaimed books: The Winning Spirit: Building Employee Enthusiasm and Power Play: Discover the Secrets to Spirit-Winning Success, along with numerous articles on leadership and employee engagement. She has presented to global audiences representing more than 80 countries, including [...]
St. Jude Children’s Hospital Free Program Helps Cancer Survivors Quit Smoking
Cancer survivors who smoke and need help quitting can receive assistance through a tobacco cessation program _organized by St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Smoking Adds to Health Risks Despite the known risk of tobacco use, many cancer survivors still smoke. Cancer and its treatments put some survivors at increased risk for second cancers and conditions [...]
The Sports Beat
By Brad Pye Jr. Notes, quotes and things picked up on the run from coast-to-coast and all the stops in between and beyond. The 2012 Pasadena Tournament of Rose Parade and Rose Bowl game will undoubtedly be the most integrated in history. The Pasadena Tournament of Roses Grand Marshall—J.R. Martinez—is a man color. The Tournament [...]
Floyd Mayweather Sentenced To 90 Days in Jail
LAS VEGAS — Boxer Floyd Mayweather Jr. was sentenced Wednesday to 90 days in jail after pleading guilty to reduced battery domestic violence and harassment charges before a Las Vegas judge. The 34-year-old also was ordered to complete 100 hours of community service and pay a 2,500 dollar fine. The plea deal avoids trial on [...]
The 2012 Rose Bowl Preview
The 98th Rose Bowl presented by Vizio will showcase the Oregon Ducks and the Wisconsin Badgers. The game will be played in Pasadena on Monday, January 2, starting at 2:10 pm. The Ducks are ranked No.5 in the BCS standing, while the Badgers are ranked No.10. The Ducks won the Pac-12 Conference with an overall [...]
The Lakers Almost Win on Christmas
By G. George IVN Sports writer Upland, CA–On Christmas Day, the Los Angeles Lakers had to face the charging Chicago Bulls for their season opener at the Staples Center. For newly appointed Lakers’ coach, Mike Brown, he was fortunate to have Kobe Bryant in the starting lineup after injuring his wrist in the first preseason [...]
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