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MedWatch Digest: One of the world's leading causes of death, disability identified — and more

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:57:33 GMT

For Tuesday, Sept. 19, WGN’s Dina Bair has new medical information, including: More Coverage: WGN's Medical Watch WHO releases report on hypertension The World Health Organization has identified high blood pressure as one of the world's leading causes of death and disability. The conclusion comes from the agency's first report on the global impact of high blood pressure, also known as hypertension. According to the report, it affects one in three adults worldwide. The study recommends strategies to combat the condition, including diet, medicine access, and exercise.  The report says an increase in the number of people effectively treated for hypertension could prevent 76 million deaths between 2023 and 2050. Study: Kids with increased screen time seen lower developmental scores in toddlers Screen time — it can have a significant impact on brain performance. Looking at nearly 60,000 children over several years, researchers from Japan found that increased television and video time i...

Bears' set an NFL record during their losing streak

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:57:33 GMT

LAKE FOREST, Ill. — Once again, the Bears are dealing with a record streak after another defeat this past weekend. This time it has something to do with what they're surrendering on a game-by-game basis to their opponents, which has been a struggle for almost a year.On Sunday, the Bucs scored 27 points on the Bears - 20 on offense and seven on defense - to beat the visitors by ten at Raymond James Stadium. It's the 12th straight loss for the team dating back to Week 7 of the 2022 NFL season, which continues the Bears' franchise record for futility.But because of the amount of points they've allowed during that streak, they've managed to set an NFL record, and it's not a good one. The Bears are the first team in league history to lose 12 consecutive games and allow at least 25 points in every one of those contests. Sunday's loss to Tampa Bay was the second-lowest point total the team has given up in that stretch as they also allowed 27 to the Falcons in a Week 11 loss in Atlanta last...

Man exposes himself to child at city rec center, mother concerned about cooling centers shared space

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:57:33 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) — A mother is speaking out after she says a man exposed himself to her 6-year-old daughter at an Austin Recreation Center."My daughter was like 'Dad I saw his thing,'" said the mother who wished to keep her identity anonymous.KXAN reached out to the City of Austin's Homeland Security and Emergency Management Department, as well as Parks and Recreation Department and APD for more information.The incident took place on Sept. 5 at 5:20 p.m., according to the Austin Police Department."Parks and Recreation Department staff observed a man enter Hancock Recreation Center. Staff noticed the man's shorts were lowered and his genitalia was exposed. Staff immediately escorted all program participants from the facility and called 9-1-1. Law enforcement arrived and removed the individual from the facility," said a city of Austin spokesperson.Austin Police Department officers arrested Drew Rhodes and booked him into the Travis County Jail. He is charged with Disorderly Conduct, Expo...

Wild sign defenseman Calen Addison to one-year deal

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:57:33 GMT

Calen Addison, a defenseman who set a Wild single-season franchise record for assists by a rookie last season, has signed a one-year, $825,000 contract with the team.A restricted free agent, Addison, 23, received $37,500 more than the Wild’s qualifying offer of $787,500. Training camp begins Thursday at TRIA Rink in downtown St. Paul.Addison had a breakthrough season in 2022-23, recording three goals and 26 assists in 62 games with the NHL club, putting him second all time in franchise points by a rookie defenseman behind Filip Kuba’s 30 in 2000-01.Addison played the point on Minnesota’s top power-play unit and scored 18 points.A second-round pick by Pittsburgh in the 2018 entry draft, Addison was acquired as part of the trade that sent Jason Zucker to the Penguins. He has five goals among 33 NHL points in 80 regular-season games in parts of three seasons with Minnesota (2020-23).Related ArticlesMinnesota Wild | Minnesota prep hockey legend Henry Boucha dies at 72 Mi...

Capital Region alt radio station goes country

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:57:33 GMT

ALTAMONT, N.Y. (NEWS10) — The new local "Big Country" station signed onto 104.9 at 5 pm on September 18. The first song broadcast on WINU after the genre shift was "The Thunder Rolls" by Garth Brooks, followed by other classic country artists like Alan Jackson, Willie Nelson, and Trisha Yearwood. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! Pamal Broadcasting's Albany and Adirondack clusters began to simulcast its classic country station from the North Country to the Capital Region market. Known as "Big Country" on 97.9, it's been on the air since summer 2020.The radio channel boasts exclusive interviews, live performances, and behind-the-scenes stories. On-air talents include local personalities familiar with this form of country music, including Sean McMaster, Jake Thomas, and Kevin Richards. Richards and McMaster can also be heard on Pamal's sister station The Cat, playing country music on 100.9 and 107.1. Howard Stern says being calle...

SUNY Adirondack hosting open house in October

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:57:33 GMT

QUEENSBURY, N.Y. (NEWS10) - SUNY Adirondack is hosting a college open house this October. It's a chance for parents and future students to learn about what to expect if they take a local route to higher education. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! The open house runs from 8:30 a.m. to noon on Saturday, Oct. 7. College president Kristine Duffy will welcome guests at 9:30 a.m., opening up a schedule featuring workshops and meet-and-greets with professors.“This Open House is a great way to find out about the college that is just down the road from home,” said Enrollment and Student Affairs Vice President John Delate, Ph.D. “We have a lot to discover and might really surprise people who think they know what we are. We have a beautiful campus with cutting-edge technology, labs, studios, an incredible Athletics facility, some of the nicest res hall rooms I’ve ever seen, and faculty and staff who really care about each student.”Starting...

Tang Teaching Museum announces free public tours

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:57:33 GMT

SARATOGA SPRINGS, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The Frances Young Tang Teaching Museum and Art Gallery at Skidmore College has released a schedule of free public tours offered this autumn. All tours are open to the public and do not require registration. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! The Curator's Tours are led by exhibition organizers, including members of Tang's curatorial staff and faculty co-curators. Tang Guide Tours are given by members of the Tang's visitors' services staff, including Skidmore College students.CURATOR’S TOURSThursday, September 21, Noon: Curators’ Tour of Unset Texts with Associate Curator Rebecca McNamara and Associate Professor of English Paul BenzonThursday, October 5, Noon: Curator’s Tour of Paula Wilson: Toward the Sky’s Back Door with Associate Curator Rebecca McNamaraFriday, October 20, 2:30 p.m.: Celebration Weekend Tour of Paula Wilson: Toward the Sky's Back Door with Associate Curator Rebecca McNamara, as...

Troy road work schedule for week of September 18

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:57:33 GMT

TROY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The City of Troy Department of Engineering has released a road work schedule for the week of September 18. All road work is weather-contingent and subject to change. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! Motorists should expect temporary road closures for daytime work. Work usually begins at 6 a.m. unless noted otherwise. "Maintaining our roadways is maintaining essential emergency and economic infrastructure and improves the quality of life experienced by community members of all abilities," said Troy Mayor Wm. Patrick Madden. "As always, my thanks go to the workers of our Department of Public Works, who put themselves in harm's way and make themselves available to respond to emergencies at all hours to ensure our community can dependably rely on safe infrastructure."Friday, September 225th Ave between Hoosick St. -- Rensselaer St.Vanderheyden St. between 6th Ave -- 5th AveRensselaer S...

New report names St. Louis the second-best US city to retire

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:57:33 GMT

ST. LOUIS - Choosing where to retire can be an overwhelming decision, but new research touts St. Louis as an intriguing destination for locals and prospective movers. A research team for ConsumerAffairs, which specializes in consumer and financial-planning news, recently released a report naming the "Best and worst cities for retirement in 2023." St. Louis finished second in the report, only trailing Lincoln, Nebraska. New York company moving headquarters to St. Louis Cities were primarily ranked based on financial and quality-of-life factors, including, but not limited to: Cost of rentFoodUtilitiesTransportationWeather trendsWalkabilityAccess to health carePopulation of 65-plusSt. Louis was particularly praised for its cost-of-living situation and overall well-being of elderly residents. ConsumerAffairs also adds: "St. Louis offers great access to healthier foods and city walkability, and a high percentage of seniors have taken advantage of clinical preventive services. St. Lou...

Warning: Traveling scam artists pan-handling in Springfield

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:57:33 GMT

SPRINGFIELD, Mo. — A traveling group of scam artists visited Springfield this weekend, standing on the side of the road with children and asking for money. The Springfield Police Department posted to Facebook, reminding people to not give money without knowing the cause."They were just in town to take advantage of the kindness of Springfield," said Cris Swaters with SPD.Officers responded to six different intersections around Springfield where this group was seen."People who are legitimately seeking help, we don't typically see people with kids out in the median putting those kids at risk," Swaters said. "Those who are legitimately seeking help use the resources that are available in the community." New York company moving headquarters to St. Louis "We definitely have families in the city that are unsheltered with their children," said Connecting Grounds Pastor Christie Love. "But in all of the work that we've done and all the outreach work that we do on the street, I don't see p...