Graphic Images Aim at Ending Smoking
Health officials are hoping that disturbing images slated for cigarette packages will deter tobacco use. Some smokers aren't so sure.
Topic: Health
Reasons to Stay Sweet on Chocolate
Chocolate makers from around the world passed out samples at the annual Chocolate Show, with some touting the treat as art and an anti-depressant, while others promoted "fair trade" brands.
via The Local
Artists Barter for Medical Care
Woodhull Medical Center allows local artists, photographers and storytellers to work in the hospital in exchange credits they can use for medical care.
Talking Turkey About Calories
There's an effort afoot to alter traditional Thanksgiving Day meals to include more healthful ingredients.
Seniors Gird Against Medicare Fraud
Seniors citizens are being taught to look out for Medicare scams that cost the country billions of dollars annually.
Pre-Marathon Run is a Family Affair
Two days before the ING New York City Marathon, New York Road Runners hosted NYRR 5, a five-mile race for runners’ families and friends.
Alexander Lahara
"I pay a fortune on medicine so that was my major concern." [audio:…
via New York Daily News
Valet Parking for Bikes Rolls Out
Transportation Alternatives, which promotes biking over fume-spewing cars in the city, has established a new service at public events designed to draw folks on bikes rather than in vehicles.