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Why We Need People More Than PillsBy Jeff & Mary Anne WoofterWhen you’re battling something like Parkinson’s, Alzheimer’s, or any chronic disease, the temptation to pull back from the world is strong. The energy tank runs low, your confidence takes a hit, and sometimes just…

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A Prescription Without a Co-Pay By Jeff & Mary Anne Woofter Let’s just say this upfront: if there were a pill that could slow Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s, improve your mood, sharpen your memory, help you sleep better, reduce your risk of falling, and add healthy…

WVU Medicine Weirton Medical Center was honored to welcome the new President of West Virginia University, Michael T. Benson, for a special visit as part of his Welcome Home Tour. Benson’s visit provided an opportunity to discuss the hospital’s mission, highlight its ongoing initiatives, and showcase…

…..What happens now? The College of St. Joseph the Worker and their proponents which includes Del. Pat McGeehan (R-1st) appear to be stuck between the devil and the deep blue Ohio River. Kanawha County Circuit Court Judge Richard Lindsay ruled this week that the West…

It is officially midsummer and I need to talk about my nemesis; the tomato   My tomatoes to be specific. …..I love tomatoes.  Childhood memories abound about fresh tomatoes.  Taking one fresh out of the garden and eating it like an apple.  Tomato sandwiches with just…

…….A few random thoughts, ……The “lazy, hazy days of summer” are upon us and we marveled at the temps and blue sky for a few days until we hit 90 degrees and then we remembered when it was hot. My memories of summer in this…