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Health & Fitness Calendar

Published Wednesday, November 18, 2009
CLINICThursday* Shots for Tots. 2-5:30 p.m. St. Joseph Education Annex, corner of East 29th Street and Broadmoor Drive in Bryan. Free immunizations for newborn to 12 years old, provided by the health department. Bring shot record. 731-1231.Ongoing* B ... full story

FDA questions safety of alcoholic energy drinks

Published Saturday, November 14, 2009
WASHINGTON (AP) -- The Food and Drug Administration is challenging makers of alcohol-infused energy drinks to prove their beverages are safe, citing complaints that the products can cause risky behavior and injury.The FDA issued a letter Friday to 30 ... full story

FDA approves new drug for heavy menstrual bleeding

Published Saturday, November 14, 2009
WASHINGTON (AP) -- Federal health officials have approved a new drug as the first non-hormonal treatment for heavy menstrual bleeding.The Food and Drug Administration says Lysteda tablets reduce bleeding by acting on a protein that helps blood clot. ... full story

Pair cardio with weight-training

Published Wednesday, November 11, 2009
If you're looking for real results in the gym, pairing a regular weight training routine with your cardio regimen can help energize you, tone muscles and build strength. Here are some tips for avoiding injuries:* Warm up and cool down with stretching ... full story

Health & Fitness Calendar

Published Wednesday, November 11, 2009
CLINICOngoing* Brazos County Health Department immunizations. 201 N. Texas Ave. in Bryan: Mondays 8:30-11:30 a.m.; Tuesdays 9-10:30 a.m. (adults only) and 2-5:30 p.m.; Wednesdays 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.; Fridays 10 a.m. to noon. Lincoln Center in Col ... full story

'Green' fish can offer benefits

Published Wednesday, November 11, 2009
Looking to reduce your risk of heart disease, boost your immune system and do something good for the environment? There's a fish for that.The Monterey Bay Aquarium has released its Super Green List of seafood that is rich in omega-3s and low in conta ... full story

Some fats really can help health

Published Wednesday, November 11, 2009
It's no myth: There is such a thing as healthy fat. Monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats -- when eaten in moderation -- can reduce bad cholesterol and lower your risk of heart disease and stroke. Monounsaturated fats are also usually high in vita ... full story

Commercial swine test H1N1-positive

Published Thursday, November 05, 2009
WASHINGTON -- The U.S. Department of Agriculture said Wednesday that pigs in a commercial herd in Indiana had tested positive for swine flu. This is the first time the virus has been found in such hogs. The sample was collected in October, and the ... full story

Coke deal costs physicians' group

Published Thursday, November 05, 2009
CHICAGO -- Advice about soft drinks and health from the American Academy of Family Physicians will soon be brought to you by Coke. The academy has prompted outcry and lost members with its alliance with the Coca-Cola Co. The deal will fund educati ... full story

Old-school bypass better, study shows

Published Thursday, November 05, 2009
NEW YORK -- The first big test of "off-pump" bypass surgery produced a surprise: Bypass has fewer problems and is more successful done the old way.Traditionally, a heart bypass is done while the patient is hooked up to a heart-lung machine, or on-pum ... full story

Health & Fitness Calendar

Published Wednesday, November 04, 2009
CLINICOngoing* Brazos County Health Department immunizations. 201 N. Texas Ave. in Bryan: Mondays 8:30-11:30 a.m.; Tuesdays 9-10:30 a.m. (adults only) and 2-5:30 p.m.; Wednesdays 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.; Fridays 10 a.m. to noon. Lincoln Center in Col ... full story

Health & Fitness Calendar

Published Wednesday, October 28, 2009
CLINICOngoing* Brazos County Health Department immunizations. 201 N. Texas Ave. in Bryan: Mondays 8:30-11:30 a.m.; Tuesdays 9-10:30 a.m. (adults only) and 2-5:30 p.m.; Wednesdays 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.; Fridays 10 a.m. to noon. Lincoln Center in Col ... full story

Study: Heart failure drug guidelines often ignored

Published Wednesday, October 21, 2009
CHICAGO -- Most hospitalized heart failure patients are sent home without widely recommended inexpensive pills, despite a program to get more doctors to follow treatment guidelines, a study suggests.Only one-third of 12,565 patients eligible for the ... full story

Sugar cereals are 'Smart Choices'? FDA not so sure

Published Wednesday, October 21, 2009
WASHINGTON -- Ever wondered how that "Smart Choices" sticker wound up on the front of Froot Loops or Cocoa Puffs?Well, federal health officials are having similar thoughts, and they're warning food manufacturers.The Food and Drug Administration said ... full story

Health & Fitness Calendar

Published Wednesday, October 21, 2009
CLINICOngoingBrazos County Health Department immunizations. 201 N. Texas Ave. in Bryan: Mondays 8:30-11:30 a.m.; Tuesdays 9-10:30 a.m. (adults only) and 2-5:30 p.m.; Wednesdays 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.; Fridays 10 a.m. to noon. Lincoln Center in Colle ... full story

'Pregnancy tumor' may be avoided

Published Wednesday, October 14, 2009
During the second trimester of pregnancy, some women develop what is known as a pregnancy tumor, a red or purple growth in the mouth.The growth is non-cancerous and can form anywhere in the mouth. Usually, however, it occurs on the front side of ... full story

Health & Fitness Calendar

Published Tuesday, October 13, 2009
CLINICThursdayShots for Tots. 2-5:30 p.m. St. Joseph Education Annex, corner of East 29th Street and Broadmoor Drive in Bryan. Free immunizations for ages newborn to 12, provided by the Brazos County Health Department. Bring shot record. 731-1231.Ong ... full story

Hydration key to overall health

Published Tuesday, October 13, 2009
People are always advised to drink plenty of water, especially during the hot summer months, but chronic dehydration is a problem many have without even realizing it."For most people, chronic dehydration is just the way they feel all the time, so the ... full story

Health & Fitness Calendar

Published Tuesday, October 06, 2009
CLINICOngoingBrazos County Health Department immunizations. 201 N. Texas Ave. in Bryan: Mondays 8:30-11:30 a.m.; Tuesdays 9-10:30 a.m. (adults only) and 2-5:30 p.m.; Wednesdays 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.; Fridays 10 a.m. to noon. Lincoln Center in Colle ... full story

Health & Fitness Calendar

Published Wednesday, September 30, 2009
CLINICAL WORKWednesday-Friday-Monday-TuesdayBrazos County Health Department seasonal flu vaccines. Monday--8:30-11:30 a.m.; Tuesday--9-10:30 a.m. (adults only) and 2-5 p.m.; Wednesday--8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.; Friday--10 a.m. to noon. 201 North Texas ... full story

Health & Fitness Calendar

Published Thursday, September 24, 2009
CLINICAL WORKMondayBrazos County Health Department immunization clinic, 8:30-11:30 a.m. 201 N. Texas Ave., Bryan. All ages: Immunizations, $5/child and $25/adult. Adults: TB skin test $10, tetanus $10. Accepts Medicaid for children. 361-4440.Monday-T ... full story

Health & Fitness Calendar

Published Friday, September 18, 2009
CLINICAL WORKMondayBrazos County Health Department immunization clinic, 8:30-11:30 a.m. 201 N. Texas Ave., Bryan. All ages: Immunizations, $5/child and $25/adult. Adults: TB skin test $10, tetanus $10. Accepts Medicaid for children. 361-4440.Monday-T ... full story

Early flu season -- what everyone needs to know

Published Friday, September 18, 2009
WASHINGTON -- Flu season's in full swing two months early this year -- and nearly all the cases are the new swine flu strain that so far is targeting mostly children and younger adults.That doesn't mean older people are off the hook. They sometimes c ... full story

Health & Fitness Calendar

Published Thursday, September 10, 2009
CLINICAL WORKMondayBrazos County Health Department immunization clinic, 8:30-11:30 a.m. 201 N. Texas Ave., Bryan. All ages: Immunizations, $5/child and $25/adult. Adults: TB skin test $10, tetanus $10. Accepts Medicaid for children. 361-4440.Monday-T ... full story

Kids need meningitis protection

Published Thursday, September 03, 2009
By LAURAN NEERGAARDAssociated PressWASHINGTON -- Fever, chills, vomiting: It starts like a stomach bug or the flu. But bacterial meningitis can go on to kill terrifyingly fast -- one of the few infections in the U.S. where someone can feel fine in th ... full story

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