Decatur, Ala. | Wednesday, June 19, 2013
Health
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Allowing all employees access to paid sick days would reduce the spread of flu, a new study finds. more
A national political debate about Medicare solvency will cause inconvenience — and some say reduced care — to some north Alabama seniors beginning July 1. Beginning that day, seniors with … more
Preparation and planning are two skills that can make all the difference with weight management. more
“On average, Americans gain one to three pounds every year. Over time, this weight adds up to cause panic about donning the dreaded swimsuit,” nutritionist and dietician Mary Martin Nordness said. more
There are a lot of group approaches to weight management out there. Some are commercial programs like Weight Watchers, while others are nonprofits like Overeaters Anonymous. On a smaller scale, some … more
Cancer does not discriminate by age, sex or race. It cares not about religious affiliation, financial status or career aspirations. It makes people stop and plan for the future — a future without them. more
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — How did you sleep last night? The answer may say as much about your heart health as do factors such as weight, blood pressure, cholesterol and whether you smoke or … more
The road to a life of fitness has detours now and then. This is normal. more
MONTGOMERY — State Health Officer Don Williamson told Alabama lawmakers Wednesday that money will be available to fund Alabama’s Medicaid program at a minimal level through 2014. But … more
Michael Hill leaned down, brushed aside his daughter’s brown curls, gingerly cupped her head, avoiding the oxygen tube snaking to her nose, and kissed her forehead. more
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The Helmet Project
Carnegie Visual Arts Center
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Peggy Towns Speaks at Decatur Public Library
Decatur Public Library
6:30 PM
The Helmet Project
Carnegie Visual Arts Center
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
The Helmet Project
Carnegie Visual Arts Center
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Madison City Farmers Market
Madison City Farmers Market Lot
8:00 AM - 1:00 PM
CAMP PRINCESS 2013: FOLK MUSIC
Princess Theatre
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
CAMP PRINCESS 2013: FOLK MUSIC
Princess Theatre
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Representations & Certifications Seminar
UAHuntsville - Salmon Library (Room 111)
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Should Decatur build one, two or no new high schools?