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Lost in Atlanta Radio Controversy, Steve Gleason Writes Amazing Story

Debbie Ray — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 14:23:20 +0000

Let's switch the focus from the bullies to the hero.

EyeBall Licking On The Rise

JayCee — Mon, 17 Jun 2013 17:26:31 +0000

Wait, what? Eyeball licking? (To be technical: Oculolinctus). It’s the new “kissing” in Japan, popular among schoolchildren. It seems that the new trend in Japan is eyeball licking, and medical professionals are recommending “no”. According to The Telegraph, eyeball licking may lead to styes, conjunctivitis, ruptures to the cornea, ocular chlamydia and in extreme cases, [...]

My Washer And Dryer Are 'High Efficiency' I'm Not

Steve Wiley — Fri, 14 Jun 2013 17:01:06 +0000

. I put a load of towels in the washer Tuesday night and forgot all about them 'til Thursday night. This isn't the first such occurrence, or second, or third, or...

Latest Diet 'Craze' Among Models: Cotton Balls??

JayCee — Thu, 13 Jun 2013 18:05:08 +0000

Cotton balls, dipped in orange juice, to be exact. Eddie Murphy’s daughter says some models dip cotton balls in orange juice and eat them, to get the feeling of being “full”. According to Yahoo! Shine, this new diet fad could be harmful, and experts don’t recommend this diet to anyone. Possible side effects? Constipation, low [...]

10 Reasons To Grow Your Own Produce

Chris Reynolds — Sun, 09 Jun 2013 19:15:43 +0000

I’m not a big fan of fruits and vegetables, but I want to be. I’m overweight and feel the effects of not getting enough of the nutrients available from fruits and vegetables. I’ve been thinking lately that I’d probably eat more fruits and vegetables if I had a hand in growing them. According to this [...]

There's An Age When Women Turn Into Their Mothers

CJ — Sat, 08 Jun 2013 14:57:04 +0000

Ever said to yourself, “Lord, I’ve turned into my mother”? There is an age in which it happens. There’s an old cliche that implies you better like her mother because that’s who you’ll be marrying. Well apparently it’s true! Women apparently start turning into their mothers once they hit 31! The effect is especially prominent [...]

Vegetarians Live Longer

CJ — Sat, 08 Jun 2013 14:48:28 +0000

A large-scale study has determined that vegetarians live longer than people who eat meat. I guess when your parents told you to eat your vegetables, they knew what they were talking about. The study found that vegetarians and vegans have a 12% lower risk of death than omnivores. People who follow meat-free diets may [...]

Menopause Is In Your Head

CJ — Sat, 01 Jun 2013 19:00:40 +0000

Menopause is in your head, litterally! Menopause making you feel like you are losing your mind, your not alone. A study has confirmed the existence of the “foggy” brain and memory loss often associated with menopause. Women who reported more hot flashes and negative moods were found to perform worse on cognitive tests. There is [...]

Doctor Revolutionizes Healthcare By No Longer Accepting Insurance

Drew Weisholtz — Sat, 01 Jun 2013 17:15:20 +0000

Dr. Michael Ciampi may very well be a hero for our times. The family practitioner from South Portland, Maine has launched a revolutionary way to treat patients: he no longer accepts health insurance. Given the constant debate and chirping about the issue, it’s easy to understand why Ciampi’s new policy has raised eyebrows. Ciampi says, [...]

Debbie Ray's New Vertical Mouse

Debbie Ray — Fri, 31 May 2013 19:00:42 +0000

I don't know about you, but my hand is getting pretty worn out from all the clicking I'm doing these days, so I'm trying a new device.

New Ricin Letters Sent to Gun Control Group, Mayor Michael Bloomberg Came from Shreveport

Justin Massoud — Thu, 30 May 2013 03:05:28 +0000

Two letters sent to New York Mayor Michael Bloomberg and the gun control group Mayors Against Illegal Guns this past weekend which tested positive for ricin were postmarked in Shreveport. CNN is reporting that one letter was opened at the New York city government’s mail facility, while the other letter was opened by the director of [...]

Are You Drinking Enough Coffee?

Steve Wiley — Wed, 29 May 2013 16:30:54 +0000

I’ve just read about a study by the Western Australian Institute for Medical Research that says it's good for you to drink exactly 4 cups of coffee a day, no more, no less

Golf Tournament To Benefit Children With Heart Defects

Steve Wiley — Mon, 20 May 2013 20:54:08 +0000

Camp Bon Coeur was establihed in 1985 to give children with congenital heart defects a safe summer camp experience and the opportunity to meet other kids from across the country with similar health issues.

The Number One Problem In Public Pools Is Number Two

CJ — Mon, 20 May 2013 17:57:50 +0000

The number one problem in public pools is not number one as you might expect, but instead, number two. I think we’ve all known someone who’s peed in the pool right? Surely it wasn’t us, never would we do such a thing. Turns out, that may be the least of our worries when hanging out [...]

Bad Mood, Weight Gain, Poor Sleep, Low Libido, Depression – Answers

CJ — Sun, 19 May 2013 03:25:52 +0000

Bad mood, weight gain, poor sleep, low libido, depression are affected by something many people don’t talk about and it’s not testosterone. If you have any of these problems, your serotonin levels could be off. I’ll turn 50 this year and like you, have been to doctors all my life. Not once has any doctor [...]

To The Towns Of Ridge And Judice, I'm (CJ) Sorry [PHOTOS] Updated

CJ — Wed, 15 May 2013 22:00:34 +0000

To my fellow citizens in the unincorporated towns of Ridge, La. and Judice, La., I’m sorry. For an area and people who take so much pride in family, culture and community, we should not accept this kind of neglect. Having lived in the Judice, La. area for about a year now, I am highly disappointed [...]

Labor Pain Simulation On Two Men [FUNNY FUNNY VIDEO]

CJ — Wed, 15 May 2013 16:52:05 +0000

Labor pain simulation on these two men has to be the best ‘get even’ event ever. No mortal man could ever possibly comprehend the extent of labor pains, until now. Two men are hooked up to wires that send electrical signal to their abdomen to simulate labor pain while their wives watch. This video is [...]

Custom Les Paul Guitar, Signed By Keith Richard, Steve Miller, Billy Gibbons Being Auctioned To Benefit St. Jude

Steve Wiley — Tue, 14 May 2013 20:50:06 +0000

Louisiana sends more patients to St. Jude than any other state in the US. The auction continues 'til May 19th.

Dr. Joyce Brothers Dies at Age 85

Drew Weisholtz — Mon, 13 May 2013 23:05:43 +0000

Dr. Joyce Brothers, the psychologist whose career included a syndicated column, books, stints on television and in film, has died. She was 85. Brothers passed away Monday in New York City, although no cause of death has been revealed. Brothers first rose to fame by winning the top prize in 1955 while a contestant on [...]

Annual 'jeep jaunt' Date Announced For 2013

JayCee — Mon, 13 May 2013 10:34:10 +0000

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: AJRF announces the 8th Annual ‘jeep jaunt’ The 8th Annual ‘jeep jaunt’ will roll through the back roads of Acadiana on Sunday, October 20, 2013, raising money for the American Lung Association. The ‘jeep jaunt’ started with a family’s love for their mother: Alice Joyce (Richard) Falcon suffered a [...]