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Blood drive set for Wednesday
May 3, 2011 MARQUETTE — The U.P. Regional Blood Center, 427 W. College Ave., Marquette will host a Safe a U.P. Life blood drive from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Wednesday. more »» 
Allergy season returns
April 26, 2011 MARQUETTE — The coming of spring is a welcome relief for many people in the Upper Peninsula after a typically long winter. more »» 
Western U.P. health director honored for efforts
April 26, 2011 HANCOCK — Ray Sharp’s colleagues were so impressed with his efforts in building healthy communities, they decided he should be rewarded for the effor. more »» 
Western U.P. health director honored for efforts
April 26, 2011 HANCOCK — Ray Sharp’s colleagues were so impressed with his efforts in building healthy communities, they decided he should be rewarded for the effor. more »»
‘Y’ to offer spring programs
April 26, 2011 MARQUETTE — The Y of Marquette County is accepting registrations for its spring program session, which runs through June 11. more »»
Senior health screening offered
April 26, 2011 NEGAUNEE — The Marquette County Health Department and the Upper Peninsula Area Agency on Aging have announced the availability of health screenings for senior citizens age 60 or olde. more »»
Laurium couple copes with child’s Alpha-1 deficiency
April 19, 2011 LAURIUM — Dawson Loyd is a happy baby and one would never know he was recently diagnosed with a rare condition. Born Dec. 3, 2010, he lifts his head while lying on his belly and smiles at the dog. more »»
Diaper party set for Marquette
April 19, 2011 MARQUETTE — Diaper Parties by Everything Birth Representative Kristine Fountaine and the Upper Peninsula Children’s Museum invite area residents to celebrate Earth Day with them by joining the North... more »» 
USOEC heavy lifter is Olympics bound
April 12, 2011 MARQUETTE — Though he’s done well in national and international competitions, weightlifter Steve Jarvis has one goal he’s yet to achieve: competing in the Olympic games. more »» 
‘Long distance’ treatment highlights Keweenaw program
April 12, 2011 L’ANSE — With gasoline prices nearing $4 a gallon, long distance medical appointments can be costly, not to mention take time away from home and work. more »» 
Supporting children goal of Parenting Awareness Month
March 29, 2011 HOUGHTON — Being a good parent and keeping children safe can be difficult for anyone, but some people need more help than others, which was the purpose of Parenting Awareness Month in March. more »»
Community garden session set
March 29, 2011 ISHPEMING — Grace Episcopal Church, 301 N. First St. more »» 
It’s sports medicine, Marquette style
March 22, 2011 MARQUETTE — With a large number of high schools in the area and Northern Michigan University — not to mention the abundant wilderness with numerous recreational opportunities — the Marquette area is... more »»
Health care overhaul taking root in divided nation
March 22, 2011 WASHINGTON — A year after President Barack Obama signed his health care overhaul, the law remains so divisive that Americans can't even agree on what to call it. more »»
Center will assist walking, balance
March 22, 2011 MARQUETTE — Marquette General Hospital has announced the implementation of the Marquette General Walking and Balance Center, designed to diagnose and treat patients with walking and balance issues,... more »» 
Bike riding 101
March 15, 2011 MARQUETTE — Stationary exercise bikes are in almost every gym in the country, but for those looking to get their exercise on a real bike, there are a few things they should know. more »»
Olympic medalist provides building blocks for success
March 15, 2011 HOUGHTON — Good habits take no more energy than bad ones. It’s all about the simple choice. more »» 
Alzheimer’s disease: A growing threat to region
March 8, 2011 MARQUETTE — There are about 8,400 people in the Upper Peninsula with Alzheimer’s disease or dementia and according to officials with a local Alzheimer’s group, that number is likely to double as the... more »» |
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