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Expect another miserable allergy season
Published: Tue, Mar 20, 2012
Expect another worse than normal allergy season, says Dr. Raymond Slavin, SLUcare allergist and professor of internal medicine at St. Louis University.
Spring is normally tree pollen season. This year, trees began spewing pollen in February because of the mild winter, Slavin said.
Allergy complaints began to... Read More
allergy relief is nothing to sniff at
Published: Wed, Feb 22, 2012
Do you have difficulty controlling your allergy symptoms even though you're on medications? Or do you still get allergy-like symptoms even when the allergy season is over?
If so, you may be one of over 40 million people who suffer from a condition called nonallergic rhinitis.
Easily confused with seasonal... Read More
uses for an old doll cradle
Published: Mon, Feb 13, 2012
Dear Sara: When I was little, my mom was the carpenter in our family. A lot of our gifts were handmade, because my family didn't have much money. I received a wooden doll cradle for Christmas when I was 5 or 6, which I played with a lot.
It's maybe 2 feet long with high sides and is made out of plywood, so it's... Read More
Look to the past for a healthier future
Published: Wed, Dec 21, 2011
When it comes to living a healthy lifestyle, there are many diets and exercise regimens to choose from and it's often difficult to decipher which option is right for you. But eating right doesn't have to be complicated or overwhelming.
In fact, some say we can take a note from our ancestors to determine which foods... Read More
Sitting down too long is hazardous to your health
Published: Mon, Dec 5, 2011
When visiting my mother in South Africa, my biggest pet peeve is how much she expects me to sit.
Here are the almost-daily comments from my mom: "Come and sit and have breakfast with me;" or "Come and sit. Your sister is coming for tea;" or "I haven't seen you for a year and all you want to do is rush around!... Read More
The value of living a life of gratitude
Published: Mon, Nov 14, 2011
Giving thanks and counting our blessings is good for us. It reminds us of the positive things in life. Gratitude turns bad things into good things and reminds us to thank others.
Just imagine what might happen if our annual single-day tradition of giving thanks were to become a daily routine? Medical professionals... Read More
How to lose that under-eye baggage
Updated: Mon, Nov 7, 2011
Ever have a co-worker or friend tell you that you look tired? If you're like me, you flash a fake smile then slip into the bathroom to check out just how big the bags under your eyes are. Of course, the unflattering fluorescent light in the bathroom helps to accentuate them, making the situation that much more... Read More
Bicyclists ride on Route 66 to raise money for disease
Published: Mon, Sep 19, 2011
In April, walking across a room was challenging for Robin Tilly, who was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis in 2009.
During the weekend, Tilly, 54, joined 567 cyclists in the 26th annual Bike MS: The Mother Road Ride — a trip along Route 66 from Tulsa to Oklahoma City to raise money for the National Multiple... Read More
Allergy relief: it's nothing to sniff at
Updated: Tue, Jul 26, 2011
Easily confused with seasonal allergies, nonallergic rhinitis causes similar symptoms such as congestion, runny nose, sinus pressure and pain. But unlike allergies, it's not caused by allergens such as pollen and ragweed. Instead, it's often caused by environmental factors such as perfumes, household cleaners,... Read More
PI can isolate people from world, loved ones
Published: Thu, Mar 17, 2011
PI encompasses a group of disorders, usually genetic, that result from having a dysfunctional immune system. People with PI are often unable to fight off dangerous infections caused by germs that would leave most other individuals unaffected. Read More
Reader may be allergic to tune-ups
Updated: Mon, Nov 29, 2010
I have a 2003 Subaru WRX that has recently been "sneezing" at irregular intervals. The sneezing sound is accompanied by what feels like a loss of power. The sound seems to be coming from the driver's side, under the gas pedal. It is quite audible from outside the car as well. Sometimes it occurs when I'm just... Read More
Jazz in the Jungle
Updated: Wed, Nov 3, 2010
The Lupus Foundation of America, Oklahoma Chapter will host Jazz in the Jungle at 7 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 6 at the Oklahoma City Zoo Canopy Restaurant.
The evening will come alive with silent and live auctions, a buffet dinner and live entertainment.
LFA-OK board member Jon Hansen will act as host and... Read More
Suffer from ragweed allergies? We want to hear from you
Published: Fri, Sep 3, 2010
We're looking for ragweed allergy sufferers who would like to be interviewed for an upcoming story in The Oklahoman.
E-mail scolberg@opubco.com with information on how ragweed affects you.
To be considered for an interview, please include your telephone number. The phone number won't be published. Read More
Dragon Con to bring costumed hordes to Atlanta
Published: Fri, Sep 3, 2010
ATLANTA (AP) — Don't worry if you see a Klingon strolling down the street with a mummy this weekend in Atlanta. The 24th annual Dragon Con convention kicks off Friday and runs through Monday. Hordes of people dressed as comic book characters, science fiction heroes and villains and other fantastical figures... Read More
Specialized bio bank helps lethal brain cancer patient maintain tissue ownership
Updated: Tue, Aug 31, 2010
Few cancer patients realize that tumor tissue is a precious information source that can play a critical role in fighting cancer if -- and only if -- it is saved at the time of surgery, and properly stored for human use rather than just lab testing. Read More
The case for humor
Published: Fri, Jun 25, 2010
The concept that emotions, such as laughter, affect our overall well-being is not a new one. Now there is growing evidence of the link between our immune systems and laughter. Stress related illnesses – ulcers, migraines, hypertension, and depression account for 70 to 80 percent of all doctor visits. In a nation... Read More
Sunglasses more than just fashionable sun block
Updated: Thu, Apr 29, 2010
You can keep your eyes healthier this season by using sunglasses.
And remember: they are more than just a fashion statement and a UV protector, authorities say. Sunglasses actually can protect your eyes from pollen during a tough allergy season.
Those suffering from allergies at the peak of the season are... Read More
What's in Your Household Cleaner?
Published: Tue, Apr 13, 2010
I can't say that I read every label before I put things in my grocery cart, but I do read plenty of them. I like to know what I'm paying for and how much I'm paying per ounce or pound. It's enlightening. Many times, I put something back on the shelf because I cannot bring myself to pay $20 a pound for crackers or... Read More
Probiotics improve digestion and overall health
Published: Sat, Mar 20, 2010
Intentionally consuming bacteria may not seem like a good idea, but as long as the bacteria are those of the beneficial variety, known as probiotics, ingesting them may improve your health.
Probiotics are living microorganisms that normally thrive in and on the human body. Numbering in the trillions, the total... Read More
Allergy sufferers: Coping with tree pollen?
Updated: Fri, Mar 5, 2010
Tree pollen is at very high levels today. Reporter Susan Simpson would like to talk to allergy sufferers about how they cope. E-mail her at ssimpson@opubco.com. Read More
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