Challenging myths about cancer myths and misconceptions
A reader notes common cancer myths and misconceptions, clarifying that spread to bones remains the original cancer type, surgery cannot spread or start cancer, and that while attitude helps, it cannot cure. Stress is unlikely to cause cancer, with genetic damage as the core cause. the piece urges scrutiny of alternative therapies and cites Shirley Ruedy for contact.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mayo Clinic
M.D. Anderson
Houston
Simple neck relief exercises for desk workers
A guide by Michael Klepper suggests neck strengthening moves to reduce desk stress. Sit upright, rest chin on chest, place hands at back of head and apply mild resistance as you lift, then tilt to each shoulder with hands at temples, repeating 10 reps in each direction.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Michael Klepper
Knight Ridder
Mercy Health Classes and Support Groups Cedar Rapids Area
A roundup of health education offerings and support groups at Mercy Medical Center and St. Luke's in Cedar Rapids and Iowa City. Listings include smoking cessation classes, La maze and prenatal programs, Baby Dreams, Smart Sitter, Bariatric education, and multiple support groups with contact numbers for registration and information.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mercy Medical Center
Cedar Rapids
Hallagan Education Center
Mercy Medical
St. Luke's
Katz Cardiovascular
Lundy Pavilion
Mommy
Daddy
Helen G. Nassif
Birthplace
St. Luke's Center For Health and
Dororthy Seman
Alzheimer’s Family Care Center
Chicago
William Thies
National Alzheimer’s Association
Alzeci.org
Mercy
McAuley
Mercy Medical Plaza
Iowa City
Compassionate Friends
Linn County
Chair Aerobics Seen as Step toward Standing Exercise
Experts note chair workouts offer a starting point for seniors new to exercise. They warn against relying on chair routines alone for those able to stand and bend, since fear of balance can deter participation. Some classes progress to standing moves and even line dancing as confidence grows.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Meg Jordan
American Fitness Magazine
Andrews
Eisenhower
Reeves
Also Mentioned on This Page
Shirley Ruedy
the Gazette
P.O
Iowa
Ruedy
St. Luke’s
Alzheimer’s Association
Collins Plaza Hotel & Convention Center
Mercy Lowa City
Mercylowa City
Hope Cancer Support Group
Mercytown City
Ducing Roudlantio
Michael A. Hall
Hall
University of Minnesota School of Medicine
W.K. Kellogg Eye Center
University of Michigan
University of Wisconsin-Madison
Michael A. Hall, M.D
Overland Park
Kansas
Cedar Rapids, IA
Joan Ryder Benz
5Th Avenue Medical
10Th Street
Fifth Avenue Medical
Fox
Laser & Cosmetic Institute
H Avenue NE
Foxeye.com
First Avenue
N.E
Iowaimaging.com
Yeni
Erskine
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