Treatment decisions hinge less on age in cancer care
Mayo Clinic oncologist Dr. Edward T. Creagan discusses a shift in cancer treatment for the elderly. Studies show fit patients over 65 tolerate chemotherapy as well as younger patients, prompting patients and physicians to weigh health and vitality more than chronological age. Regular activity and a plant- based diet are emphasized for better tolerating therapy and extending life.
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Edward T. Creagan
Mayo Clinic
Cancer Update
Shirley Ruedy
Germany
Org
Cancer Update guidance on coping with illness and care
The article outlines ways elderly and younger patients tolerate treatment, highlights importance of primary care access, social support, and pet companionship for healing. It notes the healing power of animals and faith communities, and invites reader input to Shirley Ruedy at The Gazette Cedar Rapids.
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Shirley Ruedy
the Gazette
P.O
Cedar Rapids
Iowa
Ruedy
Tyiowa.infi
Visualization for Athletic Focus Quietly Rehearsing Performance
A concise guide outlines a mental exercise used by coaches and sports psychologists. In a quiet place, relax with eyes closed and recall a past moment. Observe sight sound smell and the surrounding environment to strengthen mental rehearsal.
Healthier ice cream on horizon says Penn State experts
Researchers from Penn State UMass and the University of Connecticut explore adding Omega-3s and probiotics to ice cream to improve health benefits without sacrificing taste. Trials include fortified yogurt and reformulations, with industry cautious but hopeful about new functional foods.
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State College
Bob Roberts
Penn State University
Roberts
Eric Decker
University of Massachusetts- Amherst
Roberts, Decker
Penn State
Umass
University of Connecticut
Harvard University
Decker
David Smith
University of Minnesota- Twin Cities
Dave Smetter
Iawa
Face lift exercises touted to brighten skin and tighten features
Juli Ferrante, a Fort Lauderdale mother, adopts Maggie's Facercise routine to lift sagging facial muscles. She claims 12.5 minute daily sessions tighten cheeks and forehead even while driving. Eye Enhancer can be done at a stoplight.
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Juli Ferrante
Fort Lauderdale
Fla
Facercise tips inspire better facial tone
A reader references Carole Maggio's Facercise and notes a friend complimenting Ferrante on her skin. The dialogue hints at perceived benefits from facial exercises and the author jokes about appearance while stretching facial muscles.
Kangaroo Jack and More Play At WynnSong With Showtimes
Multiple screenings list Kangaroo Jack, Catch Me If You Can, Shanghai Knights, Daredevil, Jungle Book 2 and other titles at WynnSong and Northland Ave venues. Timings include matinee afternoon slots and late evening showings across two locations.
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Wynnsong
Edgewood Rd
Shanghai Knights
Community Health Events and Support Groups Listed
A dense schedule of local health events includes Red Cross blood drives at Grant Wood Area Chapter and Delaware County Fairgrounds, CPR training at Xavier High School, and Heart Disease lectures at Holiday Inn. Also listed are MS and Alzheimer's support groups, mental health talks, nutrition programs, and studies on hot flashes and constipation with contact numbers for preregistration or information.
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American Red Cross
Grant Wood Area
Rockwell Dr. NE
Delaware County Fairgrounds
Manchester
Movie Showtimes at Local Theatres Provide Wide Choice
Multiple venues list schedule blocks for titles across genres. Highlights include Spider Man, Chicago, Daredevil, Lord of the Rings, and Catch Me If You Can with showings from noon through night at CAMPUS 3, CINEMA 6, and CORAL RIDGE 10.
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Perigee Books
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Imacercise
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Chicago
Northland Ave
Scityune Movie Times
Helen G. Nassif
American Heart Association
Xavier High School
42Nd St
Holiday Inn Conference Center
Coralville
Theresa Brennan
Jamal Haballah
Patricia
Thorpe
Bill Haynes
The
University of Iowa Health Care
Hallagan Education Center
Mercy Medical Center
E. Torage Shivapour
University of Iowa Department of Neurology
Cathy Finney
Gregor Linda
National Alliance For the Mentally Ill
Johnson County
Mercy
St. Luke's Hospital
St. Luke’s Hospital
Schwartz Center
Nassif Heart Center
Christy LaVigne
Eastern Iowa Rehabilitation Clinic
51St St. NE
Pavlov
Nassif Heart’ Center
Liz Hopkins
Judy Fitzgibbons
LCIS
Shana Coker
Kara Kinkade
Old Capitol Town Center
Sycamore St
Eva
Coral Ridge
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