Miam Says Son Spoke Again Amid Doubts by Doctors
The brain damaged officer Gary Dockery spoke once more according to his mother Corena Thompson, but Dr James Folkening doubts any real speech since the 1988 head injury. Dockery, shot while on duty, had earlier spoken after pneumonia hospitalization and has since shown limited responses.
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Christian Broadcasting Network
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Olestra and the rise of fake fat in diets
Nutrition expert Cheryl Mehta discusses Olestra as a low calorie fat substitute, noting possible abdominal issues and vitamin absorption concerns. She urges moderation, stresses real food balance, and offers contact for questions.
Clemson Student Confirms Meningitis Case Prompting Antibiotic Push
Clemson University health officials have treated about 25 people with antibiotics after freshman Michael Jason Shannon, 19, of Chester was hospitalized with suspected meningococcal meningitis at Oconee Memorial Hospital. A lab culture will confirm the diagnosis, but officials do not expect wider spread.
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Health Care Groups Line Up Against Doctor Choice Bill
South Carolina lawmakers debate a bill to require equal health benefits regardless of doctor choice. Opponents warn it raises costs and harms business while supporters cite patient freedom and choice. HMOs and PPOs say managed care would suffer and doctors gain no volume under full choice. Major employers and health plans argue government mandating benefits would hurt industry.
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Glenn McConnell
Charleston
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Nina Shirer
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Roxzanne Breland
Greenville
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Cryovac
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Michelin
Lanny Aselton
Devro-Teepak
Lexington
Harvey Galloway
Companion HealthCare
Galloway
Blue Cross
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South Carolina
Positive Breakfast Habits Benefit Children and Parents
A strong breakfast provides one fourth to one third of daily energy and nutrients and boosts classroom behavior, mental and physical performance, and attitude. Skipping breakfast often leads to shortfalls. Parents modeling breakfast and having portable, nourishing options aids routines and learning.
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