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Category: Sports
Dr. Leigh Charvet Strives Towards MS Treatment
Dr. Leigh Charvet, an associate professor of neurology at NYU’s Langone School of Medicine. Dr Charvet collaborated with recent NYU graduates to develop a painless treatment for everyday symptoms of Multiple Sclerosis that patients can use from home.
Palos Park mom influences retailers to use kids with disabilities in ads
Katie Driscoll, not pictured, and her 8-year-old daughter, Grace, who has Down syndrome, center, are made up for a spread in Women’s Health magazine at a photo studio in New York. Katie Driscoll, not pictured, and her 8-year-old daughter, Grace, who has Down syndrome, center, are made up for a spread in Women’s Health magazine at a photo studio in New York.
Sergio Asenjo ruptures his ACL for the FOURTH time
Villarreal goalkeeper Sergio Asenjo ruptures his ACL for the FOURTH time in his career in 3-2 loss to Real Madrid Villarreal goalkeeper Sergio Asenjo is expected to miss the rest of the season after rupturing the anterior cruciate ligament in his left knee in their 3-2 defeat to Real Madrid on Sunday . Asenjo came off after 35 minutes of a goalless first half against Zinedine Zidane’s side.
Pat Riley says Magic Johnson will win with the Lakers
Riley believes Johnson will succeed in what looks like a daunting task of getting the Los Angeles Lakers back to prominence. After the Lakers cleaned house this past week, Johnson and Riley are contemporaries – Riley as president of the Miami Heat , Johnson in the same role out in L.A. , where they won four titles together in the 1980s.
Josh Hamilton’s chances of making roster take hit; Ranger returning to Texas for another knee exam
Texas Rangers first baseman Josh Hamilton wars up as grounds crews resurface the field after rain storms during a spring training workout at the team’s training facility on Sunday, February 19, 2017 in Surprise, Arizona. SURPRISE, Ariz.
Phillies History: Remembering Pete Alexander
Pete Alexander was one of the greatest pitchers in the history of the game, and one of the first stars of the Philadelphia Phillies. The fact that he lasted as long as he did was just as impressive as his career marks.
Ex-NFL star Johnny Manziel parties on yacht in Miami
Disgraced NFL quarterback Johnny Manziel spotted smoking and drinking on a yacht with pretty girls amid rumors he is set to stage a football comeback Disgraced NFL player Johnny Manziel has been spotted smoking and drinking on a yacht in Florida amid rumors he is set to stage a football comeback. The ex-Cleveland Browns quarterback enjoyed two days of sun-filled fun on a yacht and at the beach with friends in Miami on Friday and Saturday.
Trump Will Not Attend White House Correspondents’ Dinner
President Donald Trump tweeted on Saturday that he will not be attending this year’s White House Correspondent’s Dinner in April. “Please wish everyone well and have a great evening!” he added to his announcement.
Sleeping with the Enemy: The Johnnies
So you’re doing better than we are in Big East play? How did that happen? Does that speak to some substantive improvements on your end or are we just that terrible? I feel like I should offer you all a proverbial couch and a bit of hope, a foot massage and a shot of rum. Meanwhile, St. John’s actually took their two wins over DePaul seriously, knocked off Butler , and then earned wins against the mid-pack hopefuls in the Big East – teams that have obvious flaws but obvious talent.
Quick Strikes: Bolts not as hot as the Flames
In the words of Saima: “Even after a tough loss, Brayden Point went out of his way to support the Girl Scouts.” The AHL race to the playoffs is heating up.
Walgreens Transforms in Indy
Former Indianapolis Colts head coach Tony Dungy joined Walgreens president and CEO Greg Wasson, Senator Richard Lugar and community leaders in a ribbon-cutting ceremony yesterday celebrating the grand reopening of Walgreens newly renovated stores in the Indianapolis market. Indianapolis is Walgreens market-wide, pilot transformation of the traditional drug store into a health and daily living store concept.
Larry Holder’s 2017 Saints Mock Draft 2.0
We’re still early in the NFL Draft process. We know the New Orleans Saints’ absolute needs are on defense and are specifically at edge defender and cornerback.
Colorado Rockies: 3 Things You Should Know on February 23
Chad Bettis having a successful surgery after being diagnosed with testicular cancer was the best thing by far in the Colorado Rockies offseason. Three months since his diagnosis in November, Bettis was told by doctors that he remains cancer free.
Here’s why Rowan University’s newest swim team member is 12 years old
Jayden Karge, who joined the team in a signing ceremony Tuesday, has a rare gene mutation and is legally blind, according to a university press release. He had a kidney transplant in 2015 and will need one every 10-15 years.
Te Matatini opens in Hawke’s Bay after long wait
Host town troupe Ngati Kahungunu Ki Heretaunga one of 47 groups preparing for Te Matatini 2017 in Hastings this week On Saturday , at the end of an electrifying 25 minutes on the kapa haka stage at Te Matatini, the Hastings performers will have given their all. The sweat will be pouring off them but the pride will be vast, says Ngati Kahungunu ki Heretaunga performer and Hastings District councillor Bayden Barber.
Cowdenbeath’s Dean Brett handed four-match ban for social media comments
The outcome of the hearing has been confirmed by Cowdenbeath, who suspended Brett earlier this week over the betting allegations. A club statement read: “Following a hearing at Hampden Park, the tribunal found that between 23 May 2016 and 5 November 2016 Dean made comments upon a social networking site, namely Twitter, that were of a discriminatory, and offensive nature, based upon sexual orientation as well as comments that were otherwise of an offensive nature.”
Return to Glory Offseason Plan: Pre-Combine Edition
My top two picks will be instant contributors to an offense that needs them. Elway has been searching for a play maker at TE the past 3 years ie.
Ramos and Rasmus Come to Tampa On a Dime
As we are all aware, Matthew Silverman and the Rays front office made a few key moves this off season to re-tool for this upcoming year. The most prominent of these were the additions of hard hitting outfielder Colby Rasmus and All-Star Catcher Wilson Ramos.
Successful aging: What older athletes remind us about healthy longevity
… and becoming shorter as the cell divides and replicates. Obesity, smoking, insomnia, diabetes and other aspects of health and life style may accelerate the cell’s aging. In such cases, cells are considered to age prematurely. Recent studies suggest …
Swim fitness trackers work well enough for recreational swimmers
… note. “As part of the so-called ‘quantified self’ movement, individuals who swim as part of a recreational health and fitness program can benefit from monitoring some basic indices of their performance,” said senior study author Gearoid O Laighin of …
2017 Fantasy sleeper and bounce back candidate: Marcus Stroman
Marcus Stroman lines up well to be a sleeper candidate for fantasy junkies looking for a late round steal in 2017. The Toronto Blue Jays will be expecting a bounce-back season from the larger than life 25-year old right-hander in 2017.
High profile gymnasts come forward, claim abuse by doctor
Three former elite U.S. gymnasts, including 2000 Olympian Jamie Dantzscher, have come forward saying they were sexually abused by a former doctor currently facing trial on a separate matter. Dantzscher, three-time U.S. rhythmic gymnastics champion Jessica Howard and former national team member Jeanette Antolin appeared on “60 Minutes” on Sunday , detailing what they have claimed is sexual abuse by Dr. Larry Nassar.
Legendary Judo Coach, Willy Cahill Co-Founder Of The Blind Judo…
The former US Olympic and US Paralympic Judo Coach had dreams of becoming a football coach growing up on Oahu, Hawaii and experiencing polio at the young age of seven. His doctors at the Shriner’s Children’s Hospital in Hawaii were not convinced Willy, after spending nine months in the hospital would be able to walk out on his own.
High profile gymnasts come forward, claim abuse by doctor
Three former elite U.S. gymnasts, including 2000 Olympian Jamie Dantzcher, have come forward saying they were sexually abused by a former doctor currently facing trial on a separate matter. Dantzscher, three-time U.S. rhythmic gymnastics champion Jessica Howard and former national team member Jeanette Antolin appeared on “60 Minutes” on Sunday , detailing what they have claimed is sexual abuse by Dr. Larry Nassar.
High Profile Gymnasts Come Forward, Claim Abuse by Doctor
Three former elite U.S. gymnasts, including 2000 Olympian Jamie Dantzcher, have come forward saying they were sexually abused by a former doctor currently facing trial on a separate matter. Dantzscher, three-time U.S. rhythmic gymnastics champion Jessica Howard and former national team member Jeanette Antolin appeared on ” 60 Minutes” on Sunday , detailing what they have claimed is sexual abuse by Dr. Larry Nassar.
High profile U.S. gymnasts come forward, claim abuse by doctor
In this July 15, 2008, file photo, Dr. Larry Nassar works on the computer after seeing a patient in Michigan. Nassar, the longtime physician for the U.S. women’s gymnastics team, is accused of sexually assaulting multiple women.
Confetti, Character and the Yearning to Win
Beating around the bush is a time-consuming, awkward affair so in the interests of not looking like I’m performing an ancestral worship dance around the flowery branch bush, let me be clear: I don’t care how many championships we would have won if Greg Hardy had been an Atlanta Falcon. I don’t want any of them.
Blackhawks treat emergency backup goalie Eric Semborski to a new mask
He didn’t get to play in the NHL – not yet, at least, who knows what the future could have in store – but he did get to experience life as an emergency NHL backup, way back when Corey Crawford had to suddenly get an appendectomy. Scott Darling held the fort then, but Semborski filled a vital role – and the Chicago Blackhawks wanted to show their appreciation.
Blackhawks treat emergency backup goalie Eric Semborski to a new mask
He didn’t get to play in the NHL – not yet, at least, who knows what the future could have in store – but he did get to experience life as an emergency NHL backup, way back when Corey Crawford had to suddenly get an appendectomy. Scott Darling held the fort then, but Semborski filled a vital role – and the Chicago Blackhawks wanted to show their appreciation.
Blackhawks treat emergency backup goalie Eric Semborski to a new mask
He didn’t get to play in the NHL – not yet, at least, who knows what the future could have in store – but he did get to experience life as an emergency NHL backup, way back when Corey Crawford had to suddenly get an appendectomy. Scott Darling held the fort then, but Semborski filled a vital role – and the Chicago Blackhawks wanted to show their appreciation.
Type 1 diabetes didn’t stop Jordan Morris
… also lowers them and food has the opposite effect. Even for diabetics with the best control, the disease is a major health issue. Low blood sugars can make a diabetic feel lightheaded or blur their vision. Serious low blood sugars, although rare, …
Type 1 diabetes didn’t stop Jordan Morris
… also lowers them and food has the opposite effect. Even for diabetics with the best control, the disease is a major health issue. Low blood sugars can make a diabetic feel lightheaded or blur their vision. Serious low blood sugars, although rare, …
Type 1 diabetes didn’t stop Jordan Morris
… also lowers them and food has the opposite effect. Even for diabetics with the best control, the disease is a major health issue. Low blood sugars can make a diabetic feel lightheaded or blur their vision. Serious low blood sugars, although rare, …
Coaches vs. Cancer Tribute Mural Fits In Perfectly At THON
Cancer research fundraising and awareness levels are at a maximum across the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, as people continue to dance into the final stretch of the 46 hours of THON . We took notice of one specific area of historical murals that are located above each section portal inside of the Bryce Jordan Center.
NBA All-Star Saturday night stunk
Interpretation of the news based on evidence, including data, as well as anticipating how events might unfold based on past events Aaron Gordon using a drone for a dunk summed up All-Star Saturday night – a lot of flash and star power, but a lot of dead airtime and screw-ups. The basketball-loving portion of the world spent 2 1/2 hours being bored out of its collective mind as the NBA’s annual showcase of its players’s best skills instead turned into a snoozefest, with no juice either inside the arena or for viewers watching at home.
P.J. Fleck, Gophers banking on Benny Sapp III regaining form after ACL surgeries
Benny Sapp III committed to P.J. Fleck as the first member of the Gophers’ 2018 recruiting class even though Sapp has not played football for two seasons after tearing the ACL in his knee twice. Benny Sapp III stepped into Mike Grant’s office, pulled out a sheet of paper and placed it on Grant’s desk.
Correa must wait to get going after wisdom teeth removal
In this May 30, 2016, file photo, Houston Astros shortstop Carlos Correa watches in the first inning during a baseball game against the Arizona Diamondbacks in Phoenix. Correa isn’t feeling great after having his wisdom teeth removed on Thursday.
Energized Lawrie stepping in right direction
Brett Lawrie was upbeat and full of life when he met the media Saturday, the day White Sox position players officially joined pitchers for Spring Training at Camelback Ranch. That demeanor shouldn’t come as a surprise from the high-energy second baseman, who hit .248 with 12 homers and 22 doubles in 94 games during his White Sox debut in 2016.
Los Angeles Chargers Daily Links: Anthony Lynn Is not a Players’ Coach
Top 10 NFL RBs set to hit free agency – William Moy The biggest question the 32-year-old Woodhead this offseason is how he recovers from a torn ACL that cost him virtually all of the 2016 season. When healthy, Woodhead has proven that he’s capable of being one of the premier pass-catching threats out of the backfield.