December 11, 2012 Flu season is now widespread throughout the state, and it's growing. As we reported last week, local hospitals said that they were seeing an increase of flu cases and people with flu-like symptoms in their ERs.
December 4, 2012 We are definitely in flu season, and more people are coming down with flu-like symptoms. Due to the number of local flu cases, Faxton-St. Luke's Healthcare has imposed some restrictions on visitors.
December 3, 2012 "Tis the season", flu season, and local hospitals have some health tips on how to prevent getting the flu.
November 27, 2012 I'm sure many of us have been told to "Go take a walk' at one time or another, and that's good advice. In fact, a new study indicates that 10-minute walks can help those who may be at risk of developing high blood pressure.
November 14, 2012 Many of us would like to lose weight and sometimes go on extreme diets and take up restrictive eating patterns. A new study suggests that if you serve food from a kitchen counter instead of keeping it on the table, people tend to eat less.
November 13, 2012 I don't know about your workplace, but at Big Frog 104, we drink coffee by the vat! Now, a new study suggests that drinking coffee containing caffeine could help women prevent depression.
November 13, 2012 We all know the dangers of drinking and driving. We are all becoming more acutely aware of the pitfalls of distracted driving such as driving while on our cellphones and texting while driving. However driving when fatigued or "drowsy driving" can also be deadly. Here, marking national Drowsy Driving Week are some signs that it may be time to pull over.
October 25, 2012 Cold and flu season is upon us once again and--as they say in football--your best offense is a good defense. Getting a flu shot is the best way to avoid coming down with influenza, something that is not only inconvenient but often dangerous and occasionally fatal. Here is a list of convenient locations to get your flu shot.
October 15, 2012 This is "Breast Cancer Awareness Month", and Big Frog 104 would like to share news with you about efforts going on to do just that - raise awareness. Now, a pumpkin grower in Minnesota is offering pink pumpkins this month. While it's not clear if any local pumpkin sellers have the pink versions, you can always take a can of spray paint and create one of your own. And, click here for our Big Frog 104 Breast Cancer Awareness effort.
October 1, 2012 Now that it's October, we're approaching flu season, and Big Frog 104 would like to share local flu shot clinic information. This Wednesday, flu shots will be offered at Schuyler Commons in Utica.
September 27, 2012 What? I always thought that we would be accused of being "couch potatoes" if we flopped on the sofa and watched TV. Here's the difference. A new study says that watching old episodes of your favorite TV shows can relax your brain and give it an energy boost. So, before we start breaking out the "I Love Lucy" DVD, let's see why.
September 19, 2012 At Big Frog 104 we want to keep you informed and healthy! The Oneida County Health Department is now urging us to get flu shots.
