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Georgia Mountain Food Bank Will Host the No Kid Hungry Campaign Information Session
The No Kid Hungry Campaign is a public-private partnership that will aim to diminish childhood hunger by raising awareness and using proven strategies to increase the capacity of programs to feed children outside of school hours. The regional event will be a discussion and information session on how to improve access to after school and summer programs that provide snacks or meals and how to increase program capacity to feed more children through the state reimbursement programs...
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The Medicare “Wellness” Farce
The real news about Medicare should be the Gang of 15, namely the IPAB or Independent Payment Advisory Board. It is charged with putting a lid on Medicare spending, with no judicial or congressional oversight. The only tool it is allowed to use is to not pay for services, or to pay far below cost. Guess what happens when you stop paying people, even doctors? They stop working...
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“Battle of the Bulge: Middle Age Weight Gain” WomenSource Offers Final Session of Summer Health Series
WomenSource, in partnership with The Longstreet Clinic, P.C. and the Junior League of Gainesville-Hall County, announces the third and final session in a three-part Summer Health Series for women. “Battle of the Bulge: Middle Age Weight Gain” will be presented by Dr. Fatimah Manzoor, Board certified Internist, Cheryl Williams, RN, CDE, and Mandy Reece, PharmD, CDE...
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Make Massage a Healthy Habit this Summer at Relax Massage & Wellness Center
Give your tired muscles a reprieve with a soothing massage that will bring welcome relief in a relaxing and tranquil environment. Call today and replenish your energy with massage...
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Heritage Healthcare of Blue Ridge wins $50,000.00
Heritage Healthcare (HHC) of Blue Ridge was recognized as the grand prize winner of the Committed To Caring Challenge on June 1^st at the UHS-Pruitt Corporation Spring Conference at the Evergreen Marriott Resort in Stone Mountain, Georgia...
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Can Common Pain Relievers Do More Harm Than Good?
“The risks of NSAIDs are a growing concern,” said Sheehan. “The fact that they may contribute to heart problems is a wake-up call the public needs to take seriously.”...
 
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First Hot, Humid Weekend of the Season Brings Concern
Even with outside temperatures in the low to mid- 70's, a car’s inside temperature can jump 19 degrees in just 10 minutes. Last year, three children in Georgia, died from heat stroke after being left in cars...
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Children’s Dentistry and Saving Money
 A conservative specialists in children’s dentistry can save you a lot of dough by just doing the right things at the right time with the right stuff! 
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A is for Allergies in Atlanta
Residents of Cumming and North Metro Atlanta don’t really need an official pollen count to know when the allergy season reaches its peak. When the pollen count is high, it’s high – if you don’t feel it in your head, you can certainly see it if you look outside...
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Help Your Kids Stay Above the Influence this Summer
Mendes ATA Martial Arts has some terrific programs for kids to promote staying active, healthy, and positive this summer. Adult programs are also available. Join them Saturday, May 30th for an Open House Celebration and check out all their facility has to offer. Plus enter to win a free month...
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Zap Test Anxiety While Building Self Esteem in Kids
Schools are in competition to determine who can produce the greatest number of Einsteins each year.  It’s not enough to bring home a good report card any more.  Students and teachers alike are now under the gun to ace the various state-mandated tests that could propel their school to the top...
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Helping Children with Disabilities Build Social Skills
Social skills groups at Kidz Therapy Networks is designed to help children struggling with their development of social skills due to disabilities...
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American Diabetes Association’s Diabetes Expo Comes to Town
On March 21, 2009, the American Diabetes Association will once again host Diabetes EXPO Atlanta, an annual, one-day event showcasing the latest products and services for people with diabetes....
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Chronic Ear Infections Can Lead to Speech Delays
Chronic ear infections are just one of many causes of speech delays, all of which the speech therapists at Kidz Therapy Networks have seen and treated...
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Women Should Practice Health Awareness All Year Long
The doctors of North Pointe OB/GYN remind women to make health awareness a priority all year long by getting regular check-ups and routine screenings...
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Physical Delays Pose a Complicated Problem for Children
Children can suffer in more than just physical ways when motor skill and coordination delays surface. Kidz Therapy Networks provides solutions and answers to families...
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Meth Abuse Costs Georgia $1.3 Billion Yearly
I want to call your attention to a recent study that found methamphetamine abuse costs Georgia $1.3 billion each year. This is the first study to estimate the costs of methamphetamine abuse — including the intangible costs associated with meth addiction....
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January Diet Resolutions - Feeling the Pinch?
You may be interested in learning about the HMR Program for Weight Management, located in Atlanta, GA at Intelligent Health Center.
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Whispering Hope Seeks Volunteers for Free Ultrasounds
Pregnant women can volunteer for a free ultrasound at Whispering Hope Women's Resource and Pregnancy Center...
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I Hate School!
Sometimes, a vision problem may be the reason behind a child's struggling in school and with homework. Incredible Vision Center shares a common story and where to get help...
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Laura on Life
My husband has the blues.  Well, no, he’s not depressed, unless you define depressed as “wanting something you don’t have.”  If that were my definition, I’d have to say that he’s been depressed since the day he was born.
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Recommended Reading from North Pointe OB/GYN
The North Pointe OB/GYN website now features a bookstore with recommended reading for expectant and new parents, as well as books on general women's health...
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A New Year, A New Child
If you suspect a developmental delay in your child, local pediatric therapy center, Kidz Therapy Networks, is ready to help...
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How to Balance a Healthy Lifestyle with a Busy One
Dream Dinners in Cumming tells us that to balance a healthy lifestyle with a busy one, we should begin by eating nutritional, portion-controlled meals, starting with the basics and working toward healthy eating habits for 2009...
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Making Loved Ones with Hearing Loss Comfortable at Holiday Gatherings
NEWS:  Audiology HEARS has teemed up with Widex, Phonak, Sonic Innovations, and Unitron Hearing to keep prices low and services high in these tough economic times.  In 2009 we will be open one evening a week to accommodate working professionals.  Watch for our free seminars on topics of hearing loss at various senior centers, assisted living facilities, physicians’ offices, and other venues. Read on for healthy Holiday hearing tips...
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Harvest Pumpkins Look Good in Grandma's Pie, But They Look Even Better on Your Face
Pumpkin peel is a fruit enzyme exfoliation accelerator and a powerful anti-oxidant. As a natural repair therapy it has beta carotene and combats free radical damage. The peel also contains a full complement of vitamin A derivatives...
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Prescription Pills...The Real Deal
In light of the recent events at South Forsyth High School, we thought it would appropriate to republish this video of a public service event that was hosted by South Forsyth in November of 2007...
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What is Kripalu Yoga?
The majority of people have a limited view of yoga, seeing it as little more than yoga postures, breathing exercises, and meditation. While helpful and powerful, these disciplines are only a few of the tools employed to heal, harmonize, and awaken the whole person...
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Author with Asperger Syndrome Joins A.S.D.E.N.D.-ER in January
Sean Barron, co-author of Unwritten Rules of Social Relationships-Decoding Social Mysteries Through the Unique Perspectives of Autism will be a guest at the January meeting...
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Forsyth GOP Welcomes Whispering Hope
On December 12th the Forsyth GOP will be welcoming the Whispering Hope director, Pat Shope, to our regular monthly meeting. Whispering Hope is a non-political, faith-based group that plays a vital role in the advancement of the culture of life...
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