Science To Render Men Unnecessary
Okay, you've got to check out this MSNBC columnist's article on science taking men right out of the whole procreation equation. Very entertaining: http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/17937813/
Now onto "Brain Gyms".. this is the real deal, folks. Virtual gyms are springing up online where you ((for a fee)) can work on puzzles, etc. to get your grey matter in tip top form ((By the way, your brain also has white matter-- but I had to leave that out in tonite's health wrap because... well, it just didn't have the right ring to it. Learn more here-- http://www.brainexplorer.org/brain_atlas/Brainatlas_index.shtml))
Anyway, I truthfully can't tell you much more about the brain gyms because I haven't done a story on any of them or talked to any of my local experts on the topic. I've pitched the story before so who knows, maybe I'll get to turn it someday. I will say that if you look online you will find critics of these gym as well as staunch supporters. If you're fired up to check them out just head to your search engine of choice and look for 'brain gyms'.
Response time!!
Lynne writes about the doctor fighting for prosthetic coverage: After watching the Part 1 video on Dr. Bradley I was lost. WOW, what an amazing individual! Not only that, you can tell even from that brief video that he is a very nice person too! Thank you Stef!
No, no.. thank you for watching it and taking the time to email me AND thanks to the good doctor for being who he is.
Rick writes about taking the gallbladder up your esophagus and out your mouth: I guess once you are sedated, how they get it out does not make any difference. As a side note, a few years ago in Reno, NV, a 103 year old lady was asked what she attributed to her longevity too. She said stay away from doctors and medications. I did that for most of my life, but at 70 years old I think most of my friends are doctors.
Funny, me too. Oh wait, I am the health reporter... so I meet a lot of doctors.
Dave writes: An addition to Dr. Swanstroms talents. I had esophageal surgery from him. Using the little holes in the chest to remove my esophagus, build a new one out of most of my stomach and reattach it to my upper
throat where the old one was removed. Also, at the same time, he built a valve in my new esophagus that prevents acid reflux. 6 tiny holes including one for a camera. Took about 9 hours and I am still recovering but, for some, a major improvement. He is well known for his work, not only on the esophagus, but other organs and, as you found out, many new procedures. A hard working, excellent Dr. with a happy following, such as, people like me. I am sure your interviews with them went well. He is to be commended for his pioneering work.
Agreed. Anyone who can fetch a pesky gallbladder out of my stomach as opposed to slicing me open is pretty cool in my book.
Bob writes about the disabled bike camp: When I was younger I had the opportunity to help kids with muscular dystrophy swim. Same type of effect when kids re-gained their mobility in the water.
I wonder if they are still doing that now?
Blog Buddy Joe writes: Tell the weather boys they did a fine job on the weather today (Tuesday)! That is SO cool you and Russ got to emcee PSU's graduation! Maybe you can fill in for Mark Mason as the Trailblazers announcer! THAT WOULD BE AWESOME! (sorry, minor geek-out moment there)!
Joe.. funny because Mark (from Mark & Dave) is a buddy of mine. In fact I think I actually took some of his money at the poker table (before getting schooled by his lesser-statured but razor-sharp poker shark and chip-bully Dave). If you only knew just how little I understand about basketball you'd fall over laughing at the thought of me doing play-by-play. I'd probably make comments about how nifty the uniforms look, and why can't everyone just share the ball. Case in point, in my first TV job I did sports on April Fool's day.
Todd writes: You are probably tired of hearing this, but we love your new look and hair !! You look fantastic!
How tall are you ? I saw you this morning standing next to Brenda. Begs the question, is she 6', 2" ??
Yeah, I get sooooo tired of hearing how fantastic I look. Please.
:-) Seriously, Brenda is an amazon.
Look at the heels I wear and I still look ridiculously short next to her.
And Amy Troy makes Brenda look short. Just call me "Squirt".
Lisa writes: I just wanted to tell you that your new style is so much more becoming. It definitely takes years off of you.
Have a great day!
Someone had better card me soon.
See you tomorrow-- pictures of Drew Carney and my latest excursion and one of you sent a very cute dog photo! Gotta fly.
