Unlike a regular cough, which is no fun, whooping cough is super no-fun and dangerous to boot.  Currently there are 11 reported cases in Buchanan County, and it is pretty contagious.  You’ll want to make sure you follow the usual rules to stay healthy: get lots of sleep, eat healthy, and wash your hands.  If you’d like more information on whooping cough, visit this link. If you’re concerned you might have whooping cough, visit your doctor.

Posted: June 23rd, 2009 under Health News, Local News, Show Notes.
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It’s important to take good care of yourself. You want to stay healthy and be ready for anything.  And now, music can be a part of a healthy diet.  Research has shown that when listening to music you enjoy, the inner linings of blood vessels will actually expand, and releases chemical that’s protective to the heart.  I think what this means is that when you listen to the positive, uplifting music on Life 101.9, not only do you have something great to sing along with in the car, but you’re improving your heart health at the same time!

Posted: May 13th, 2009 under Health News, Show Notes.
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There’s a lot of talk of swine flu running around, and to be honest, it can sound pretty scary.  Not only does the disease sound relatively contagious, but who really wants a disease that a pig had once?  In all seriousness, one of the most important things to do in this kind of situation is to not freak out.  The CDC (Center for Disease Control) offers these tips to help prevent the spread of swine flu:

-Most importantly: Wash Your Hands

-Stay in good general health: Get plenty of sleep, be physically active, manage your stress, drink plenty of fluids, and eat nutritious food.

-Avoid touching surfaces that could be contaminated.

-Finally, avoid close contact with those who are sick.

Posted: April 27th, 2009 under Health News, Helpful Info, Show Notes.
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It’s National Caffeine Awareness month this month; it’s an opportunity to look at the effects that caffeine has on our bodies.  More people than ever consume caffeine in pop and coffee, and some are choosing to take the time during Caffeine Awareness Month to abstain from caffeine. I tend to celebrate in reverse since I already had one Mountain Dew today…

Posted: March 18th, 2009 under Health News, Show Notes.
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Misplacing stuff is frustrating.  More frustrating is completely forgetting an event that was on your calendar.  And the more I forget things, more I jokingly say, “I must be getting older.”  But it might just be true.  It turns out that we reach our peak at 22 and by age 27 we may start having reduced mental abilities. That means that even earlier we need to start doing everything we can to challenge our minds and stay sharp.  It also means we all have a really good excuse for not being able to find the keys.

Posted: March 16th, 2009 under Health News, Show Notes.
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