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Kimberly McBroom's Blog
Tuesday, May 7 I truly hope you were able to catch "Susan's Story," either last night at 6 or today on WDBJ 7 Mornin'. Susan Bahorich bravely shared her personal struggle with ovarian cancer. I am so proud of her for being open and honest with what she is...Tags: Virginia Tech Hokies, National Basketball Association, Sixteen Candles (movie), Regional Authority, Elvis Presley
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Poinsettias Aren't Just Pretty: How They're Therapeutic in Salem
WDBJ-TV Anchor/ReporterInside the greenhouse at the Salem Veteran's Administration Medical Center you won't just find flowers growing. You'll find people healing. At this time of year the greenhouse is filled with poinsettias. They're red, ivory, and pink. Some are striped....Tags: Behavioral Conditions, Salem (Salem, Virginia), Science and Technology, High Blood Pressure, Post-traumatic Stress Disorder
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So why do people have more heart attacks at the holidays?
WDBJ-TV Anchor/ReporterThe holidays are a time for parties and family, but did you also know they're a time for heart attacks? "We certainly see a fair amount of heart attacks on Christmas day," said LewisGale Physician Assistant Matt Bowles. It's partly because people are...Tags: Human Body, Symptoms, Holidays, Behavioral Conditions, Heart Attack
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Atlas on Pet Stories
Atlas is a 2 year old Australian Shepherd/Beagle mix. He is housetrained and has basic obedience skillls. He has been at RVSPCA since September. Atlas needs an active household.
He is very intelligent and eager to learn new skills. Eager to please. ...Tags: Holidays
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Counselor offers advice for parents of college freshmen
ReporterThe start of the school year is an exciting time for students heading off to college. It can also be a time of stress for their parents. As young people enjoy their independence away from home, parents often worry about children who are on their own...Tags: Family, Colleges and Universities, Education, Human Interest
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New research shows being married helps heart surgery patients survive
WDBJ-TV Anchor/ReporterHeart bypass surgery is fairly common these days. Now new research shows being married might help your long term survival. Being happily married helps even more. (Full study results below) One local couple is living proof that a happy marriage really...Tags: Family, Marriage, Heart Problems, Pets, WebMD Corporation
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Former Virginia Tech football player Tommy Edwards share his struggles with mental health problems through music
REPORTERMental health isn't always an easy topic to talk about, especially for those who suffer from it. But former Virginia Tech running back Tommy Edwards is raising awareness about his personal struggles through his music. Edwards was diagnosed with Post...Tags: Mental Health, Behavioral Conditions, Bipolar Disorder, Arts and Culture, Health
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Tech professors study post-traumatic stress in the aftermath of the April 16 shootings
A gunman killed 32 people on Virginia Tech's campus and wounded many others on April 16, 2007, but the shooting spree left thousands more wounded psychologically.
A new study by two Tech professors found about 15% of students reported high levels of...Tags: Virginia Tech, Mental Health, Sociology, Medical Specialization, Science
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SAFE MINDS provides substance abuse help to teens
ReporterA new Radford University pilot program brings hope to young people struggling with substance abuse. The program is called SAFE MINDS and offers free outpatient support for adolescents, aged 14-17, who are using substances (drugs and/or alcohol)...Tags: Medical Specialization, Behavioral Conditions, Psychology, Substance Abuse, Genes and Chromosomes
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College students see record levels of stress
ReporterCollege freshmen have record high levels of stress. That's according to a new study published by U-C-L-A. It's called "The American Freshman: National Norms Fall 2010." The survey indicated more college students are depressed and using medication. ...Tags: Teaching and Learning, Mental Health, Behavioral Conditions, Students, Health and Safety at School
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Furry friends help with college stress
WDBJ-TV Anchor/ReporterAlong with final exams comes stress. Now more colleges are bringing in something to help with that.. something with four legs. At Hollins University in Roanoke County, a 2 year old rescue dog named Andy, offers a welcome break from hours of studying in...Tags: Teaching and Learning, Behavioral Conditions, Students, Health, Colleges and Universities
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At The Heart Of Arrhythmia
Chief, Division of Cardiology, The Hospital of Central ConnecticutHas your heart ever skipped a beat? If you have experienced an uncomfortable awareness of your own heartbeat, you could have an arrhythmia. An arrhythmia is any change in your heart rhythm. The heart may beat too fast, too slow or beat irregularly....Tags: Cardiac Arrhythmia, Physical Fitness and Exercise, Heart Attack, Science and Technology, Electronics
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