Body & Soul
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Schools are key to fighting obesity
Fighting obesity will require changes everywhere Americans live, work, play and learn, says a major new report that outlines dozens of options — from building more walkable neighborhoods to zoning limits on fast-food restaurants to selling healthier snacks in sports arenas.
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Ask Evelyn: Even toddlers can learn good manners
My son is 2 and he prefers the comfort of being held by an adult or being the center of attention. That's been his life so far, but I am a single mom and sometimes mom just has to get things done.
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Body and Soul In Brief: 05/26/2012
Belko Lectures; Lupus Walk; Life Line screenings; TC Smart Commute; and more
Continued ... - Newsmakers: 05/26/2012
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Living Center rises from the ashes, literally
Mary Childs is glad to be home. Childs, 52, is one of five residents of the College Park Living Center whose home was destroyed by an electrical fire in November 2010.
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Mental Wellness: An ounce of prevention
It has been said, "An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of a cure." I would say that this is almost always true in a marriage. We can substitute the word "prevention" with "discussion," "planning" or "forethought."
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Vein treatment called 'lunch break surgery’
Michael Peterson is looking forward to riding his mountain bike again.
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Adapted in TC: Great fashion strides
I'm in fashion heaven. Celia Mulder, my personal knitter, just made me a beautiful short cape and flower headband.
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Clinic gets more mental health workers
The Traverse City veterans outpatient clinic will get a new psychiatrist, psychologist and social worker.
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Is Vogue vow just lip service?
Lip service or sea change? Skeptics wonder whether Vogue magazine's vow to ban models under 16 or those of any age with visible signs of eating disorders is more hype than health.
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Bird flu studies look at threats
Four months ago the U.S. government sought to block publication of two studies about how scientists created an easily spread form of bird flu. Now a revised version of one paper is seeing the light of day with the government's blessing.
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Features in Brief: 05/05/2012
NMC graduation; RNs will meet; Raven Hill open. (Plus more)
Continued ... - Saturday, April 28, 2012
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Child care training, referral nonprofit loses grant
Chris Bazzett wants someone to pay attention to the potential closing of Child Care Connections.
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Ask Evelyn: Sleep is of vital importance
Note to readers: I have been researching recent studies about sleep deprivation in school children and teens and the terrible toll this takes on children's brain development. I want to share this information; please take it seriously and pass it on to other parents.
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Body and Soul Newsmakers: 04/21/2012
Christina A. Richardson, DO, has joined the staff of Munson Medical Center as a specialist in physical medicine and rehabilitation.
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Church looks into immigration services
All Alline Beutler’s brother and his bride wanted for their wedding was her U.S. green card. But obtaining one turned out to be a long, frustrating process.
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Mental Wellness: Build time to slow down
I can't slow down. I need this article more than anyone. I have a baby, house, job, private practice "¦ the list goes on and on. I bet your list is similar. There is always a reason why I can't slow down.
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Perspectives: Laughter opens heart
He shared a video of one of his house calls to a poor woman in another country who was very ill and in much pain. Using his humor, despite a language barrier, he had her sitting up, smiling, laughing and singing. It was apparent that she experienced some relief from her suffering.
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Body and Soul in Brief: 04/21/2012
Food pantry takes Feinstein Challenge; Program titled 'Writing is Healing'; Silent auction for Hospice House. (Plus more)
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Former foster kid rose to top of Hearst group
Finding the best in yourself — and others — and using it to overcome obstacles in life will be the topic of Bob Danzig’s public talk at the Hagerty Center on Thursday, April 19. “Seeds of Hope: An Evening with Bob Danzig” begins at 5:30 p.m. and is a fundraiser for Child and Family Services of Northwestern Michigan.
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Senior Focus: Art class aims to let creativity flow
Tom McClellan has been a "process painting" instructor for seven years. He'll teach classes at the Senior Center Network's Traverse City and Interlochen locations beginning in May.
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Perspectives: We all have stress so learn to handle it
Stress is one of the ways we react to change. If the change is seen as positive, little if any stress is noticed. If it is perceived as negative, stress follows.
Continued ... - Newsmakers: 04/14/2012
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Body and Soul in Brief: 04/14/2012
Church hosts message, hymns; Bikers Church has a new site; Six priests honored by the pope; Orthodox Church celebrates Easter; and more
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Losers are winners at GT Resort & Casinos
Adam Wildfong gets off work most nights at 10. Then, twice a week, he rides his bike 18 miles home.
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Raw Video: Man Rescued From River in China
Beyonce Entertains the First Family
Celtics crush Sixers in Game 7
Alleged Lego Thief Faces Felony Charges
Has Snooki Named Her Baby?
Heat Wave Warms Holiday Weekend
Inspiration for the class of 2012
Colorado College Student Shot While Trespassing
Will Smith & Josh Brolin on "Men in Black 3"
80-Year-Old Skydiver's Nightmare Jump
JWoww Sizzles in a Black Bikini
Sliders on the Grill
Cruise ship crunch
Backstage With Beyonce
Ultimate Creamy Potato Salad
Pope's Personal Butler Under Arrest
Jenny McCarthy's New Man
Tyler's Classic Coleslaw
Britney Spears Under X Factor Fire
Flesh-Eating Bacteria Victim Hits Milestone
