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SUNY IT The Site Of Health Awareness Event

Greg Splashin' McShea — Mon, 21 Jan 2013 18:36:35 +0000

An event to raise awareness of those in need of bone marrow transplants will be held on the SUNY IT campus in Marcy at the end of the month. Here are the details from our sister station, WIBX: “SUNY IT will host a National Marrow Donor Registry event on Thursday, January 31st from 11:00 to [...]

SUNYIT Hosts Health Fair Tuesday

Greg Splashin' McShea — Mon, 23 Apr 2012 17:10:33 +0000

One of the benefits of having a number of colleges in the local central New York area is the events they hold regularly. This Tuesday, SUNYIT at Utica/Rome is hosting a health fair at its Marcy campus. According to our sister station, WIBX: “SUNYIT is hosting a health and wellness fair at the Wildcat Field [...]

Local Healthcare Professionals To Be Honered

Greg Splashin' McShea — Sat, 21 Apr 2012 14:10:10 +0000

You may have a favorite physician, nurse or other healthcare practitioner who you feel goes above and beyond for your health. A number of local healthcare professionals, maybe one of yours, will be honored next month. According to our sister station, WIBX: “Doctors, nurses, and volunteers are being honored at the Seventh Annual Regional Healthcare [...]

Jerrod Niemann Stays Healthy On the Road [AUDIO]

Matt Herkimer — Wed, 05 Oct 2011 15:48:05 +0000

The life of a touring country music star isn't always conducive to good health. The interaction with fans, hurried meals and fatigue induced compromised immune systems can wreak havoc on an entertainers health which is why Jerrod Niemann looks for ways to keep his well being in mind.

October Is National Pizza Month

Matt Herkimer — Tue, 04 Oct 2011 22:00:20 +0000

Its origins are hazy but National Pizza Month was first declared in October of 1987. It has become--for better or worse--a popular staple of the American diet with neighborhood or national chain pizza shops seemingly on every corner. We came across a list of fascinating pizza facts that may or may not surprise you.

Today Is National Coffee Day [VIDEO]

Matt Herkimer — Thu, 29 Sep 2011 10:14:59 +0000

Today we celebrate National Coffee Day and honor one of the most beloved beverages of all time, that friendly cup of morning cheer. Although there have been many warnings over the years regarding the "reputed" ill effects of caffeine it seems that for millions of Americans--and billions more around the world--the best part of waking up is...Folgers in your cup.

Duct Tape Helps Stop Spread Of Infection

Matt Herkimer — Thu, 30 Jun 2011 09:36:55 +0000

I've seen duct tape used for a lot of things, keeping car parts attached, covering holes in screen doors and rolled up to remove pet hair from clothing. But according to a report in the Chicago Tribune researchers believe the handy sticky stuff can even help prevent the spread of infections in hospitals.

Listening To Big Frog 104 May Be Good For Your Health

Greg Splashin' McShea — Thu, 07 Apr 2011 15:15:40 +0000

When I am stressed, listening to my favorite music can take the edge off. And at Big Frog 104, we try to take the edge of your day, musically. Music can make your heart soar, says researchers. Ten men and women spent 30 minutes listening to music they selected and enjoyed, and another half hour [...]