Monthly Archives: December 2007

Could It Get Worse for the Knicks? Amazingly, Yes (New York Times)

There is the possibility that this Knicks team could end up being branded the worst in franchise history, even worse than Larry Brown?s notorious 23-59 team from two years ago.

More News (Whittier Daily News)

MONTEBELLO - A man was injured Sunday morning after being shot in a bank parking lot, according to police. The victim - whose identity was not released - was at a Bank of America in the 700 block of West Whittier Boulevard just before 2 a.m. when the incident occurred, police said.

God’s Grace: Tiny twins’ parents count their blessings (Shelbyville Daily Union)

By Kelly Kazek THE NEWS COURIER (ATHENS, Ala.)

Wireless Reflux Chip (WHOI Peoria)

By Jen Christensen Posted: Monday, December 31, 2007 at 7:47 a.m. Gastroesophageal Reflux Gastroesophageal reflux is a condition in which stomach acids back up into the esophagus, the tube that carries food and liquids from the mouth to the stomach.

Do research before leaving group health insurance (Orange County Register)

Our Health: Pre-existing conditions, cost can nix private coverage. If you are too young for Medicare but considering leaving a job that offers group health insurance, it pays to do some research.

A life on trial, after trial … (Lancaster Online)

The most fundamental task of mothering is feeding one's child, and Heidi Swift, of Upper Leacock Township, did everything she could to make sure her two children were well-nourished. She nursed her babies, and made homemade baby food. Her son Robby, who's now 3, flourished. But her…

Little box of miracles (Times Online)

It’s the morning after and you want pain relief. But do the pills’ claims add up

MedicineNet’s Top Health News Stories of 2007 (MedicineNet.com)

Title: MedicineNet’s Top Health News Stories of 2007 Category: Health News Created: 12/28/2007 Last Editorial Review: 12/28/2007

Yorktown girl can eat only one thing: costly formula that insurance won’t cover (The Journal News)

YORKTOWN — Three-year-old Hannah Devane is allergic to food. Not the kind that makes kids spit out their broccoli; the kind that can kill.

Citigroup, Merrill, SLM and durables orders in spotlight (MENAFN)

Citigroup, Merrill, SLM and durables orders in spotlight

When colic comes calling, the whole family suffers (The Nashua Telegraph)

… - By JENNIFER BARRETT Salt Lake Tribune

Citigroup, Merrill, SLM and durables orders in spotlight (Market Watch)

Top stories before the start of U.S. trading.

Santa visits Wall St as Merrill deal lifts banks (Washington Post)

NEW YORK (Reuters) - Stocks rallied on Monday, led by financial companies, after Merrill Lynch (MER.N) took steps to shore up its balance sheet with plans to raise up to $6.2 billion and sell a lending unit.

Troy firefighter loses his battle with cancer (Temple Daily Telegram)

Freddie Salinas didn’t live a long life. But what life he did live, he lived well. “He had three passions in life,” his wife, Mary Salinas, said. “His family, the Troy Volunteer Fire Department and his truck.”

Cheers and Jeers: Elementary teachers enjoy holiday lunch (The Fayetteville Observer)

The cheer: I would like to send a cheer out to the hospitality committee of Ashley Elementary School. It recently provided a delicious holiday lunch with all the fixings to the entire staff of Ashley.

God’s Grace: Tiny twins’ parents count their blessings (Tuttle Times)

By Kelly Kazek THE NEWS COURIER (ATHENS, Ala.)

Bangkok Post : Horizons (Bangkok Post)

‘Anyone can talk to the dead …’ The scent of incense hangs in the air as one passes between columns saying ”Welcome to Cassadaga Spiritualist Camp”. So does a musty odour.

Wednesday’s biggest gaining and declining stocks (MENAFN)

Wednesday’s biggest gaining and declining stocks

Probiotics are bacteria’s good guys (Rochester Democrat and Chronicle)

Probiotics are beneficial bacteria that can help improve our health, but it’s unclear how much of them and what kinds can help most.

Nutrition Wise: Cooking Winter Squash, Heartburn, “Negative Calories” (Kansas City InfoZine)

By Karen Collins, MS, RD, CDN - Q: Can you suggest some healthful (and tasty) ways to prepare winter squash? Q: What causes heartburn? Q: Is it true that celery supplies “negative calories”?