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In year’s past, coffee was classified as an “unhealthy” beverage. But, over 19,000 different coffee studies in recent decades have helped to change the perception of this drink according to Dr. Pam Duitsman, nutrition and health education specialist with University of Missouri Extension. “The good news is that current research shows that, for most of

I know something about winter fishing that needs to be kept a secret, so please keep this close to your vest. I met this fellow by the name of Don Lewallen, who has owned a nice little resort on Norfork Lake for several years. Don and his wife lived most of their life in Joplin,

From late-November to the first of January, winter holidays can bring a feeling of dread as people encounter lots of different opportunities to over-indulge. Dr. Pam Duitsman, a nutrition and health education specialist with University of Missouri Extension says there are several things that can help lessen the risk. “First of all, consider incorporating traditions

Once again the EHS Speech & Debate Team performed well for another great win from Fair Grove High School over the weekend.  Five students competed and three went home with medals and trophies, even a 4th place sweepstakes trophy for our team.  Words cannot continue to describe how proud I am of my kids and

For people with epilepsy-and for those who care for them-the side effects of the condition are well known. They know all about the seizures and they also know how best to care for themselves or their loved ones should a seizure occur. While the persistent possibility of a seizure is well known, many people living

Flu shot for seniors Dear Savvy Senior, What can you tell me about the flu shots made for seniors? I got sick last winter after getting a standard flu shot, and am wandering if the flu vaccine for older adults would provide me better protection this year. Almost 70 Dear Almost, There are actually two

by Jesslyn Chew Researcher Dongsheng Duan, PhD, continues to race toward bringing an effective treatment to patients with Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD), a disease characterized by muscle deterioration and weakness. Duan, a Margaret Proctor Mulligan Professor in medical research at the University of Missouri School of Medicine, has spent his entire academic career working toward

Citizens Memorial Hospital (CMH) ENT Clinic in Bolivar now offers Botox® and Juvéderm® cosmetic services. A special 15% discount is available on these services until Dec. 29, 2017. Botox® is a FDA-approved injectable prescription medicine that temporarily relaxes facial muscles to reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, as well as prevent new lines

TOPS Chapter 9319 El Dorado Springs met in the Church of Christ Meeting room on Thursday, Dec. 7. Leader Sheryl Walker opened the meeting and Kay S. led us in singing “TOPS IS GREAT”. We said our pledges and Sheryl led us in roll call. Twenty-Three weighed in today. Linda W. was the week’s best