Fitbits and other wrist-worn fitness devices promise to keep track of your heart rate, but new research suggests they are less accurate than thought during certain exercises. Fitbits and other wrist-worn fitness devices promise to keep track of your heart rate, but new research suggests they are less accurate than thought during certain exercises.
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President Donald Trump warned Monday that the nation’s health care system was in danger of imploding and said Congress must make fundamental changes to the sweeping health law passed by his predecessor. Trump said at a White House meeting with dozens of governors that he hoped to overhaul the American tax system but that was a “tiny little ant” compared to what he would need to do to remake the so-called Obamacare law.
Doctor-rating websites lack helpful information
… really looking for is a review from fellow patients to find a doctor who shares their values,” Lagu told Reuters Health. During September 2016, Lagu and colleagues searched for public websites that allow patients to review doctors in the U.S., …
Who will prepare your tax return?
… to repeal the Affordable Care Act, the IRS is reminding millions of Americans they still need to sign up soon for health insurance if they don’t want to pay fines. Even as Republicans in Congress race to repeal the Affordable Care Act, the IRS is …
big y wilbraham
More than $200,000 was raised for local breast cancer support groups during the month-long “Partners of Hope” program at Big Y. Twenty-four support groups will split the $222,386 raised, including Survivor Journeys in Longmeadow, Cancer-Connection and Cooley Dickinson Hospital in Northampton, Berkshire Medical Center in Pittsfield, and the Baystate Health Foundation and Mercy Medical Center in Springfield. A portion of proceeds from the floral, produce, butcher and pharmacy departments were donated to the Partners of Hope program during the entire month of October.
Human trafficking suspect Shuzi Li due in court Thursday
If you are looking to spend a day with furry friends and want to do it in the convenience of your own home, you’re in luck! NORTHAMPTON, Mass. – A woman accused of recruiting victims and then having them serve as sex workers will be in court again on Thursday.
Boy sells baseball cards to help friends with cancer
Wyoming junior guard Liv Roberts has won her third Mountain West basketball player of the week honor. Roberts is the fi Ohio State All-American Curtis Samuel is giving up his final year of eligibility to enter the NFL draft.