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(BPT) - Face it, this is a stressful time. Everyone is coping with a lot — from anxiety about the pandemic and financial worries to stress around work and family schedules, and so much more. According to a CDC survey this June, over 30% of the respondents reported symptoms of an anxiety or d…
Drive By Shooting into Home Saturday Night Now a Homicide Investigation
On Saturday, October 17, at around 10:24 p.m., Rockingham County Sheriff's Deputies were dispatched to a disturbance call at 124 Isabelle Lp. Reidsville, N.C.
(BPT) - Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) is a fatal neurological disease that attacks the nerve cells. It first gained national attention as Lou Gehrig's disease, named after the famous baseball player who was diagnosed with ALS in 1939. To date, the cause of ALS is unknown, and there is …
(BPT) - Earlier this year, 55-year-old Marc Baranski, his wife, Lynn, and their two kids traveled from their home in Princeton, New Jersey, to visit family in Florida. Unfortunately, upon returning, the entire family developed symptoms of COVID-19.
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(BPT) - The savings habits of Americans appear to be shifting in light of the challenging circumstances of the past few months. In addition to shoring up personal savings, there are indications that Americans are reforming their habits in other key areas like healthcare and retirement as the…
(BPT) - Este es un año escolar impredecible, y como padres, es difícil no preocuparse por lo que pueda ocurrir. ¿Qué tal si mi hijo se retrasa debido al aprendizaje a distancia? ¿Y si a mis hijos les resulta difícil el regreso a las clases presenciales? Sin duda, este es un momento de ansied…
(BPT) - The COVID-19 pandemic has caused a significant disruption in cancer care and treatment.1 As the leading cause of cancer death in the US, the potential impact on lung cancer is especially alarming.2,3 Recent studies predict a significant increase in the number of cancer deaths over th…
(NAPSI)—Nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) is one of the most common liver diseases in the United States. NAFLD is typically a silent disease with few or no symptoms, and most people have no complications. However, some people could develop serious complications such as cirrhosis or li…
(NewsUSA) - With COVID-19 still looming this fall, the upcoming flu season will be more challenging and complicated than in years past. Flu vaccine manufacturers recently projected they will provide as many as 198 million doses this year, surpassing the record set by last winter's flu season…
North Carolina Forestry Association and N.C. Forest Service promote National Forest Products Week Oct. 18-24
For only the second time in recorded history, the Atlantic Basin has spawned a tropical storm named Epsilon. Tropical Depression 27 developed Monday morning about 700 miles southeast of Bermuda, and just three hours later it strengthened into the 26th named storm of the 2020 Atlantic hurrica…
(BPT) - Michelin North America, Inc. partnered with Governors Highway Safety Association to provide resources to parents during National Teen Driver Safety Week.
(BPT) - When it comes to managing diabetes, people living with this chronic condition know it is all about blood sugar. If blood sugar levels get too high or too low, it can drastically alter mood, well-being, and even long-term health.
(NewsUSA) - Making a choice now that will provide you with the best possible healthcare coverage in 2021 can be stressful. People with Medicare face this decision during the Annual Election Period, from October 15 through December 7. While we can't fully predict the future or our potential h…
(BPT) - It’s not surprising that many small businesses are struggling to maintain operations, earn profits and sustain their work forces in the wake of the economic downturn caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.
(BPT) - Flu season occurring during the COVID-19 pandemic presents a multilayered challenge that has health care experts concerned. The viruses that cause the flu weaken the immune system, making people living with chronic conditions more susceptive to severe complications related to flu or …
Briscoe secures Championship 4 spot with Xfinity win at Kansas
Joey Logano locks into the Championship 4 with Kansas Playoff win
(StatePoint) Students are the greatest hope for the future, but for many, their plans are threatened due to burdens posed by COVID-19. Here are just a few of the issues students and families face today, and steps being taken to address these concerns:
Garland W. Cook, age 92, of Danville, Virginia, passed on October 14,2020 at Roman Eagle Rehab and Healthcare Center.
(BPT) - About 10,000 Americans turn 65 every day and by 2050, seniors will represent more than 20% of the population.[i] If you are 65 or older, staying healthy is more important than ever. One step includes picking a Medicare prescription drug plan during Open Enrollment, which began Oct. 15.
The Willingham Story Slam presents “Scary Times” – a FREE Virtual Event in partnership with MUSE Winston-Salem
(BPT) - Quality sleep is essential to good health, but daily life — the stresses of work and family, too much screen time, caffeine or alcohol — disrupts our body’s natural sleep cycle. One tool to promote better sleep is a weighted blanket, but the benefits go beyond sleep. Here are five be…
(BPT) - Glaucoma. It’s a sneaky disease that usually strikes without warning. More than three million people in the United States have it — but only half know they do. Left untreated, glaucoma can lead to progressive vision loss and irreversible blindness. While a diagnosis of glaucoma can b…
On Wednesday October 14, at around 10:38 a.m., Rockingham County Sheriff's Deputies were dispatched to a call of shots fired from a vehicle at another vehicle that was stationary on the side of the road on Parkdale Rd. in Gibsonville (inside Rockingham County).
(BPT) - Returning to school for a master’s degree may seem like a daunting undertaking, no matter what your current situation is. However, it’s important to understand the many benefits of pursuing a master’s degree, and how those benefits can be applied to enhance your current job — or leve…
(NewsUSA) - Do you have high blood pressure? According to the American Heart Association (AHA), approximately half of American adults have high blood pressure (hypertension), but the majority (75 %) do not have it under control.
(BPT) - By Jon Anderson and Kaci Skidgel
(NAPSI)—With in-person trick-or-treating in question these days, many Washington parents are re-thinking ways for their children to celebrate Halloween. If going door-to-door is not an option, consider these ideas by lifestyle expert Ashley Todd (@ashleyjtodd), who has teamed up with Delta D…
(BPT) - Did you know that 1 in 3 women and 1 in 5 men globally will suffer from an osteoporotic fracture? In fact, an osteoporotic fracture is estimated to occur every 3 seconds. That’s nearly 8.9 million fractures annually, but the good news is there are many ways to help prevent osteoporos…
On First Day of In-Person Early Voting, Leaders Across North Carolina Encourage North Carolinians to Vote Early
(BPT) - It’s something everyone in the U.S. needs and uses in their everyday lives — energy to keep the lights on, appliances working and homes cool or warm enough to be comfortable. Now that everyone is spending more time at home, energy needs — and costs — for households across the country…
The line was long all day Thursday on the first day of early voting in Caswell County at the Board of Elections in Yanceyville. Many voters waited three hours or more during this massive turnout. Many said it was the biggest turnout they've ever seen.
Michael East of Yanceyville and his mother in law, Inez Wrenn of Cherry Grove were getting near the polling booths on Thursday during the first day of early voting in Caswell County.
The “Trump/Pence & #BacktheBlueNC Support Rally and 46-mile Route Trump/Pence Ride” will be held Saturday, Oct. 17, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., at the Caswell County Fairgrounds. The event was originally set for the 10th but several days of incoming rain forced the rescheduling.
During the October 11 meeting of the Caswell County Board of Education, members voted approval to delay the start of high school athletics until they can take another look at it in January 2021. This followed a recommendation by Superintendent Dr. Sandra Carter after she spoke about rising n…
Weekend Preview: Kansas Speedway
(BPT) - Need someone to hug? They’re there. Need a workout buddy? They jump at the chance. Need a sympathetic ear? They keep all our secrets. If we learned anything this year, it’s that dogs are invaluable. And while many people added a furry family member to their home in 2020, there are st…
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(BPT) - For most people, 2020 is a year of change. Remote work, social distancing and more have challenged people to find new ways to connect with each other. Fortunately, humans are resilient and their spirit for finding innovative ways to connect is alive and well.
(NewsUSA) - La esclerosis lateral amiotrófica (ELA) es una enfermedad neurológica mortal que ataca las células nerviosas. Inicialmente captó la atención nacional como la enfermedad de Lou Gehrig, llamada así por el famoso jugador de béisbol a quien se le diagnosticó ELA en 1939. Hasta la fec…
(BPT) - In the spring of 2016, Kate was excitedly preparing for the rites of passage most high school seniors look forward to — prom, graduation, turning 18 and getting ready for college. What she wasn’t preparing for was a chronic illness diagnosis.It started out as a small patch of dry ski…
(BPT) - When Alejandra Marquez was 12 years old, she suddenly started to scream during an otherwise typical Sunday church service. There was a loud buzzing that only she could hear, and she soon began to have trouble standing.
(BPT) - Flu season is approaching, and this year, there are heightened concerns and uncertainties and even more reason to be prepared. Flu season generally peaks from December to February, but it’s wise to plan and focus now on boosting your immunity to help mitigate against flu and other viruses.
(Culinary.net) If your family spends endless amounts of time arguing over dinner plans before eventually settling on the same meals week after week, keep in mind easy ways to change up the menu without completely restocking your pantry. Trying something new doesn’t have to mean leaving your …
