In this Dec. 26, 2016, file photo, North Carolina State defensive end Bradley Chubb tackles Vanderbilt running back Ralph Webb during the Independence Bowl NCAA college football game in Shreveport, La. North Carolia State coach Dave Doeren returns a loaded defensive line led by Chubb, who put off the NFL to play as a senior.
Category: Medicine
Jets cornerback Revis turns self in following fight claims
New York Jets cornerback Darrelle Revis has turned himself in to Pittsburgh police following charges alleging he was involved in a fight with two men last weekend. A docket sheet filed Thursday says Revis faces counts of aggravated assault, robbery, conspiracy to commit aggravated assault and terroristic threats over the Sunday altercation.
Bucks’ Jabari Parker hurts left knee again, out for year
The Milwaukee Bucks say Jabari Parker has suffered a season-ending left ACL injury for the second time in three years. Parker will need surgery after tearing the ACL in the third quarter of the Bucks’ 116-88 loss to Miami on Wednesday.
AP source: Loria has preliminary agreement to sell Marlins
Loria has a preliminary agreement to sell the team to a New York businessman, but the deal could fall through because the final purchase price hasn’t been determined, a person with direct knowledge of the negotiations said Thursday. The person spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity because the Marlins have not commented publicly on the negotiations.
Venus’ run to a Grand Slam final is victory in itself
United States’ Venus Williams, rear, embraces her sister Serena after Serena won the women’s singles final at the Australian Open tennis championships in Melbourne, Australia, Saturday, Jan. 28, 2017. United States’ Venus Williams answers questions at a press conference following her loss to sister Serena in the women’s singles final at the Australian Open tennis championships in Melbourne, Australia, Saturday, Jan. 28, 2017.
WNBA players were near site of Istanbul attack, coach says
A handful of WNBA players, including Essence Carson, Chelsea Gray and Jantel Lavender of the Los Angeles Sparks, were next door to a deadly shooting in a nightclub in Istanbul on Saturday night. Sparks coach Brian Agler confirmed to The Associated Press that Carson had texted him that the three players were OK.
Alabama 7-point favorite over Clemson in CFP Finals
Clemson quarterback Deshaun Watson runs in for a touchdown as Ohio State safety Damon Webb watches during the second half of the Fiesta Bowl NCAA college football game, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2016, in Glendale, Ariz. Alabama head coach Nick Saban celebrates on stage after the Peach Bowl NCAA college football playoff game against Washington, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2016, in Atlanta.
Exercise May Be Real Medicine for Parkinson’s Disease
Although physical activity may seem impossible for some Parkinson’s patients, the new research review reaffirms what many specialists already believe: that exercise can have a long-term impact, improving gait and reducing risk of falls, in particular. “I pretty much never see a Parkinson’s disease patient without recommending exercise,” said Dr. Michael Okun, medical director of the Parkinson’s Foundation.
NW Missouri wins snowy DII title game, topping North Alabama
Northwest Missouri State tight end Clayton Wilson slips past North Alabama linebacker Eddrick Harris during the first half of the NCAA Division II championship college football game, Saturday, Dec. 17, 2016, in Kansas City, Kan. Northwest Missouri State wide receiver Korey Jackson is unable to catch a pass as North Alabama cornerback Maurice Carnell defends during the first half of the NCAA Division II championship college football game, Saturday, Dec. 17, 2016, in Kansas City, Kan.