Hepatitis C.

I sort of knew about it.

I mean, I'd heard about Pam Anderson when she announced she had it, and sort of had this vague recollection that it was a disease common among IV drug users. But boy is that just scratching the tip of the iceburg!!

For the free, confidential screenings and to learn more, check out the Hep C Caring Ambassadors program here: http://www.hepcchallenge.org/

Program manager Lorren was actually the first person to raise my awareness. She emailed me this idea after I spoke at a media-workshop for non-profits. So, KUDOS Lorren!!

There is also a clearinghouse of information here: http://www.cdc.gov/Ncidod/diseases/hepatitis/c/index.htm

And to email me your story ideas: Email Stephanie Stricklen@kgw.com

Okay, quick response.. this made me chuckle from Rick: Thanks very much for the article "thin outside, fat inside". I just found out that I am "fat outside and thin inside" which is healthier than " thin outside, fat inside ".

I aim to please.

And here is a shot of Matt Zaffino and his wife Lisa's dog Xena that I finally downloaded off my phone. I got to take her for a little car ride and she was (as she always is) a total sweetheart. I have to say, this is the BEST, highest quality photo my camera phone has ever taken..

And this picture has everything to do with my special report story I'm working on that airs Friday.. that's all I'm going to say. And no, it's not about that weird sickness that is killing all those bees. Any guesses?