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Are You A Rotten Sleeper? Here Are Things You Should Know About It [VIDEO]

Richie Phillips — Tue, 21 May 2013 10:20:26 +0000

Are you the tossing and turning type? Boy, I sure am. If someone sneezes in Utica, I wake up. I know I should go for one of those sleep studies, but the thought of wires connected to me while being told to relax? I don't think that's gonna happen. Anyway, here are some things you should know about it.

Mechanic from Tyler Texas Saves a 99 Year Old Customer [VIDEO]

Richie Phillips — Thu, 11 Apr 2013 14:03:21 +0000

You’ve got to love these feel good stories. I don’t know about you, but I am sick of all of the negative news. We need more attention paid to GOOD people doing GOOD things. Here’s one example According to a CNN.com story, a mechanic from Tyler Texas contacted one of his elderly customers. He was [...]

Child Hunger In America – The Statistics Are Mindboggling [VIDEO]

Richie Phillips — Tue, 02 Apr 2013 11:06:56 +0000

You know? I was just about to write about something completely different. Something fun. Something uplifting. Then I read this and thought I’d pass it on for those of you worried about child obesity. All of the articles that are out there seem to concentrate on kids getting plumper. That’s definitely a problem, don’t get [...]

A Pill Called Minus I.Q. From Sleepthinker – Is This For Real? [VIDEO]

Richie Phillips — Mon, 25 Mar 2013 12:00:11 +0000

The following is an online advertisement that is floating around the web. It is promoting a pill that will make you basically stupid. And what is REALLY stupid is that some people think this is for real! Or is it? You be the judge.Ignorance is bliss, right? You’ve heard that before of course. Well, this [...]

Levack Is Accepting The Vent Fitness Challenge

Levack — Mon, 04 Mar 2013 14:07:53 +0000

A few years back I took a very similar fitness challenge and had amazing results. Well here we are about three years later and I sadly have to admit I put the weight back on. I am still healthier then I was before but I need something to challenge and refocus myself. I found it and invite you to come with me, The Vent Fitness Challenge.

Your Health Checklist Before Your Doctor Checkup

Sean McMaster — Tue, 05 Feb 2013 00:07:57 +0000

It’s recommended that everyone visit their doctor at least once each year for an annual physical exam. When problems or potential illnesses are caught early on, many times they can be solved before they become major – saving you time, money, and helping you feel your best. Here are a few things you can do to prepare before you visit the doctor to get the most out of your appointment:

How Long Will It Take You To Work Off All Of That Superbowl Party Food?

Richie Phillips — Mon, 04 Feb 2013 13:01:07 +0000

I’m a very, very bloated individual at the time of this writing. Everything from chicken wings to pizza to beer to cheesecake was consumed at the two Superbowl get togethers that we attended. I was wondering just how much exercise it would take to burn it off? Are you ready for this? 2000-2500 calories. That’s [...]

Record Reports Of Flu And The Common Cold In 2013

Kevin Richards — Tue, 22 Jan 2013 14:47:03 +0000

It seems like everybody I know is sick, or has been sick over the past few weeks. Record numbers of people are getting the flu nationwide, while many others are just trying to battle off the common winter cold. I recently checked in with some of my friends on Facebook to see who’s been sick, [...]

Should A Mother Be Criticized For Putting Her 7 Year Old On A Strict Diet?

Richie Phillips — Fri, 18 Jan 2013 15:00:01 +0000

It’s “sensitive issue” time. We touched on it on the Sean and Richie Show Thursday morning. What’s worse – letting your 7 year old child stay at an unhealthy weight (chunky but happy!), or becoming harping on their every move to get them in better shape and dropping the extra weight. This mother, Dara-Lynn Weiss [...]

Pharmacists Can Now Give Flu Shots Thanks To Governor Cuomo

Jake Thomas — Tue, 15 Jan 2013 21:34:54 +0000

The flu is at epidemic levels in New York State this year, a health emergency has been declared. The flu is not a cold, and is nothing to be taken lightly.It can literally kill you, and is extremely dangerous with very young children and the elderly. Governor Cuomo is doing what he can to try [...]

Where to Get a Flu Shot in the Albany NY Area

Bryen — Tue, 15 Jan 2013 17:27:12 +0000

When the flu starts hitting people start getting flu shots in droves. You can try to get in to see your doctor, but fortunately there are many other places to get a shot, if they aren’t out of the vaccine. Call ahead to make sure they have a supply in stock. Click on the name [...]

Best Chicken Soup Recipe for When You Have the Flu

Bryen — Tue, 15 Jan 2013 14:05:00 +0000

Nothing ruins your month like getting the flu, especially if you are one of the first people in your circle of friends and family who gets it. Chicken soup is more than just mom's remedy - there is science behind using chicken soup to ease discomfort and help get you back to health. Here's a simple + quick recipe for you while you're sick with the flu.

Is it the Flu or Just a Cold?

Bryen — Mon, 14 Jan 2013 19:53:24 +0000

When flu season hits, every sniffle can make you wonder if it is the flu or just a cold. Neither are pleasant but there are differences between the two. Here is a chart comparing both medical conditions with some differences between the two. . Please note – this isn’t by any means meant for you [...]

Is Narcissism America's Greatest Epidemic?

Jay Sanin — Fri, 11 Jan 2013 18:22:55 +0000

Almost everyone in the world fancies themselves to be special in some way, shape, or form, but are those beliefs becoming too frequent from young people, according to a study on narcissism. According to a study from the American Freshman Survey, college students are more likely than ever to designate themselves as gifted and dedicated [...]

Brace Yourself, the Flu Season Memes Are Here

Emerald Catron — Thu, 10 Jan 2013 21:50:22 +0000

It's that time of year, when you give everybody who coughs on the train a dirty look and tie your hands to your waist with elastic to keep from accidentally touching your face until you've had a chance to wash them under soap and water for at least three minutes. That's right. It's flu season. Here are some tips for coming out on the other side okay.

Bacteria Alert: Now Your Credit Card Could Be Making You Sick – Say WHAT?

Richie Phillips — Sun, 06 Jan 2013 13:11:14 +0000

Disclaimer: I’m sure you could find skeevy germs on just about anything if you look hard enough. That being said, take a gander at THIS little piece of health news. According to aol.com, (this is gross, by the way) - A small new study from England reveals that as many as one in 10 bank [...]

Spreading Sunshine and Joy: Artificial Sunlight May Eliminate Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)

Levack — Fri, 14 Dec 2012 13:41:02 +0000

This morning I look into the other studio and there’s this BRIGHT blue light on Debbie Dragon. Turns out she bought one of those artificial sunlight lamps that are supposed to help you fight Seasonal Affective Disorder aka S.A.D. For the majority of people who suffer from feeling “down” during the winter months, it’s just [...]

Flu Season Is Here – Jake Thomas Has It

Jake Thomas — Thu, 13 Dec 2012 17:20:49 +0000

I did not go get a flu shot this year, and am paying the price for it now with the flu. This is just awful to say the least.Make sure you get your flu vaccine so you don’t have to deal with what I am dealing with. Weakness Fever Watery Eyes Intestinal cramping Sneezing Light [...]

Minnie Pearl's 100th Birthday – Howdy!

Kevin Richards — Thu, 25 Oct 2012 17:01:48 +0000

October 25th, 2012 marks what would have been the 100th birthday of country music personality and comedienne, Minnie Pearl! Furthermore, The Minnie Pearl Cancer Foundation is also celebrating it’s 25th anniversary. Best known for her $1.98 price tag swinging off her flowered hat while telling silly jokes on ‘Hee Haw’ and the stage of the [...]

ALS Walk On Saturday Morning At Saratoga State Park

Richie Phillips — Wed, 24 Oct 2012 22:04:24 +0000

I would love to see you at this event, especially if you know someone or is related to a person who has been been afflicted with ALS, like my late father for example! I am particularly proud to be MC’ing and DJ’ing this outdoor event on Saturday morning at the Saratoga State Park in the [...]