Monthly Archives: June 2008

SC North finish fifth in Nike Outdoor Track Nationals (The Geneva Sun)

In an Olympic year, track gets noticed. St. Charles North’s track team certainly deserves part of that recognition. On Friday the North Stars finished fifth in the Nike Outdoor Track Nationals in Greensboro, N.C. Their 4 x 800 meter relay posted a time of 7:45.49, earning All-American honors.

ATHLETES’ SUDDEN DEATHS FOCUSES ATTENTION ON HCM (The Monterey County Herald)

ST. LOUIS — The disease that became the focus of Dr. Keith Mankowitz’s cardiology practice was a medical enigma 11 years ago when he opened a center dedicated to its research and treatment.

Pfit: Did you know (Pensacola News Journal)

Noninvasive surgery effective for acid reflux disease

Less pain without obesity (The Star)

The link between obesity and cardiovascular diseases has been well established. But do you know that being obese can also make your life more painful in other ways?

Overachievers Revisited (BellaOnline)

There is nothing wrong with a drive for success, as long as it does not squelch the desire to enjoy life. Overachievers sometimes lose focus of this fact and need to be taught a different view of living.

Area Briefly (Fremont News-Messenger)

FREMONT — Memorial Hospital will host a sibling class at 10 a.m. July 12 and will consist of a tour of the obstetrics department with a visit to the nursery.

Faith And Friendship Helps Cancer Survivors Cope (Bristol Herald Courier)

Faith and friendship are coping tools cancer survivors at Friday night’s American Cancer Society Relay for Life said they have used.

Ending Acid Reflux (WFTV 9 Orlando)

Chronic severe heartburn can lead to esophageal cancer. Now, patients can get relief from a new procedure. VIDEO: Ending Acid Reflux

Fresh shows fill season lineup at dinner theater (The Arizona Republic)

The message from audience polls was clear: Out with the old, in with the new.

New York Says Many 9/11-Injury Plaintiffs Not Seriously Ill (Insurance Journal)

Many of the thousands of people who have gone to court for illnesses stemming from the 2001 terror attacks don’t have serious health problems, lawyers for New York City claim in court papers. About

Noninvasive Surgery Effective for Acid Reflux Disease (MedicineNet.com)

Title: Noninvasive Surgery Effective for Acid Reflux Disease Category: Health News Created: 6/26/2008 2:00:00 AM Last Editorial Review: 6/26/2008

Suffer From Heartburn? New Surgery May Be for You (Fox News)

If you suffer from chronic heartburn from gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), a new non-invasive surgery might offer relief, the Washington Post reported Thursday.

NYC: A Third of 9/11 Claims ‘Nominal’ (ABC News)

NYC lawyers say 30 percent of those claiming injury aren’t seriously ill.

NYC: Many 9-11 Injury Plaintiffs Not Seriously Ill (Fox News)

Many of the thousands of people who have gone to court claiming ground zero-related illnesses don’t have serious health problems, lawyers for the city claim in court papers.

City: 30 % of 9/11 illness claims negligible (New York Daily News)

Lawyers for New York City claim 30 percent of those suing in federal court claiming ground zero-related illnesses don’t have serious health problems.

Bed-wetting children more prone to kidney damage (Calcutta News)

Children who urinate in bed are more prone to kidney damage than those who don’t, a leading nephrologist here says. L.C. Sharma, who heads the nephrology department at Rajasthan’s premier Sawai Man Singh Hospital, attributes the problem to three causes.

NYC: Many 9/11 Plaintiffs Not Seriously Ill (Officer.com)

About half of the claims were filed by city workers, including police officers and firefighters.

More News (Gazette.Net)

For Chris and Jodie DiMisa of Mount Airy, it buys them one month of formula for their infant son. Cheaper, regular formula for 8-month-old Sam, who has a milk and soy allergy, is not an option.

FEDS: 1000S LIED ABOUT 9/11 ILLNESSES (New York Post)

NEW YORK — Many of the thousands of people who have gone to court claiming ground zero-related illnesses don’t have serious health problems, lawyers for the city claim in court papers. About 10,800 plaintiffs claim to suffer from a wide variety…

Noninvasive Surgery Effective for Acid Reflux Disease (HealthCentral.com)

Copyright © 2008 ScoutNews LLC. All rights reserved. WEDNESDAY, June 25 (HealthDay News) — A new surgical technique offers hope for people who suffer chronic heartburn from gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD).