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Do-it-yourself battlefield medicine is saving lives
August 16, 2011 CHICAGO — When Army Ranger Leroy Petry’s hand was blown off by a grenade as he was saving his comrades in battle, he knew just what to d. more »»
Bay Cliff fundraiser planned
August 16, 2011 MUNISING — A Bay Cliff Health Camp campership appeal will be held at 4 p.m. Aug. 26 at Bay Shore Park in Munising. more »» 
Relationships are key in maintaining good health
August 9, 2011 MARQUETTE — When you think about wellness, you probably think of things like eating fruits and vegetables or hitting the gym several days a week. more »»
New blood test offered: Quicker, easier results available
August 9, 2011 HANCOCK — Blood tests are a fact of life for patients undergoing Coumadin/warfarin therapy. more »» 
Water aids in better health, weight loss
August 2, 2011 ISHPEMING — Oxygen and water are two things critical to life for human beings, and while getting enough oxygen might not be an everyday concern for most people, drinking enough water should be a... more »»
Aspirus Keweenaw reduces wait for mammography
August 2, 2011 LAURIUM — The idea behind Aspirus Keweenaw Hospital's One Call breast care program is to make mammography more accessible to women. more »»
YMCA program fights diabetes
August 2, 2011 MARQUETTE — The YMCA of Marquette County offers a diabetes prevention program to help those at high risk for developing type 2 diabetes adopt and maintain a healthier lifestyle to reduce their... more »» 
Healthy eating starts with smart shopping
July 26, 2011 MARQUETTE — If you compare the sticker price of healthy food like fruits and vegetables with a candy bar, potato chips or fast food, it might seem close to impossible to shop for healthy foods on a... more »»
Warning to parents: Concerns voiced over abuse of over-the-counter medicine
July 26, 2011 CALUMET — One day recently, Christopher Fischer’s 13-year-old daughter came home with a couple of friends, and he knew very quickly there was something wrong with the girls’ behavior. more »»
Local health programs offered
July 26, 2011 NEGAUNEE — The Marquette County Health Department, 184 U.S. 41, Negaunee, will offer WIC Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children) clinics from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Aug. more »» 
Health program focuses on effort, teamwork
July 19, 2011 GWINN — It’s four teams, four communities, eating and exercising their way into a new healthier lifestyle, giving the entire county a chance to work toward wellness. more »»
Northern Vegans plan hike
July 19, 2011 NEGAUNEE — Northern Vegans will host a hike at 5 p.m. Aug. 3 along the Heritage Trail and Old Towne in Negaunee. more »» 
Free local fitness opportunities
July 12, 2011 MARQUETTE — Maybe you want to start your own exercise program. Maybe you want to build some muscle. Maybe you just want to spend more time outside during the U.P. summe. more »»
Goalball games scheduled
July 12, 2011 MARQUETTE — The Superior Alliance for Independent Living will sponsor goalball games at 1:30 p.m. third Wednesdays, beginning July 20, at Mattson Lower Harbor Park in Marquette. more »» 
Better eating can mean better health
July 5, 2011 ISHPEMING — Between magazine covers screaming about the latest diet to information we hear from television, friends and family, food and eating healthy can seem complicated. more »» 
Regional professional researches sodium’s impact on health
July 5, 2011 LAKE LINDEN — For some, sodium intake is a salty subject. Americans are told by doctors every year to cut back their salt intake. more »» 
Healthy Weight Journal back for eighth edition, offers new challenges
June 28, 2011 MARQUETTE — In stories, journeys always start with a first step. A journey toward improved health also often starts with a first step — a walking program. more »»
YMCA offers exercise program
June 28, 2011 MARQUETTE — The Superior Alliance for Independent Living’s Single Point for Activities and Recreation program will sponsor a Gentle Toning Class from 1 to 1:45 p.m. more »» 
Marquette youth swimming
June 22, 2011 MARQUETTE — As the cold waves of Lake Superior finally begin to warm with the weather, local agencies are doing their best to ensure locals have ample opportunities to learn about water safety. more »»
Job hunting workshop offered
June 22, 2011 MARQUETTE — The Superior Alliance for Independent Living, 1200 Wright St., Suite 3, Marquette, will host “How To Ace Job Interviews,” a free workshop, at 1:30 p.m. June 29 in the conference room. more »» |
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