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    Jul 26, 2011 |Story| Orlando Sentinel

  1. Critics question whether sickle cell trait can cause sudden death

    Dr. Kwaku Ohene-Frempong is an avid sports fan. He fondly remembers his days as a track star at Yale.
    Dr. Kwaku Ohene-Frempong is an avid sports fan. He fondly remembers his days as a track star at Yale. "I'm supposedly a friend of the NCAA," the University of Pennsylvania professor emeritus said. "I've received awards from the NCAA and I treasure them."...

    Tags: Health, Blood, Symptoms, Stroke, Cardiologists

    2. Sep 12, 2011 |Story| Aberdeen News

  2. Aberdeen girl awaits transplant

     Before chemotherapy took 7-year-old Lexy Becker's hair, her parents let her dye it pink and purple — her favorite colors.
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     Before chemotherapy took 7-year-old Lexy Becker's hair, her parents let her dye it pink and purple — her favorite colors.  After all the dye was washed out and Lexy's hair was dry, her mom, Melissa Becker, said she happened to brush back her...

    Tags: Charity, Chemotherapy, Bone Marrow, Health, Blood

    3. Sep 16, 2011 |Story| Baltimore Sun

  3. River Hill cancer survivor beat incredible odds, tells his story

    Mark Gregory pauses as he relives the time when he nearly died. His gaze trails off into the distance and words fail him as he ponders a past he prefers to keep behind closed doors.
    Mark Gregory pauses as he relives the time when he nearly died. His gaze trails off into the distance and words fail him as he ponders a past he prefers to keep behind closed doors. Yet, he's willing to dredge up those painful events for a purpose....

    Tags: Photography and Video, Human Interest, Chemotherapy, Blood, Health

    4. Jun 29, 2011 |Story| Orlando Sentinel

  4. Ereck Plancher trial: Doctor says sickle cell trait can't cause death

    Dr. Martin H. Steinberg, a Boston University hematologist, testified the suggestion complications from sickle cell trait caused Ereck Plancher's death was "nuts."
    Dr. Martin H. Steinberg, a Boston University hematologist, testified the suggestion complications from sickle cell trait caused Ereck Plancher's death was "nuts." Steinberg, an expert hired by the UCF Athletics Association, told the jury Wednesday...

    Tags: Murder, Blood, Health, Ed Ellis, Cardiologists

    5. Jun 22, 2011 |Story| Orlando Sentinel

  5. Ereck Plancher trial: Medical examiner defends finding Plancher died from trait

    UCF Athletics Association attorneys aimed to discredit the medical examiner who testified complications from sickle cell trait contributed to Ereck Plancher's death.
    UCF Athletics Association attorneys aimed to discredit the medical examiner who testified complications from sickle cell trait contributed to Ereck Plancher's death. Medical examiner Joshua Stephany told the jury Plancher's death was caused by...

    Tags: Human Interest, Health, Cardiologists, Human Body, Prosecution

    6. Jun 22, 2011 |Story| Orlando Sentinel

  6. Ereck Plancher trial: Team doctors say they did not know Plancher had trait

    Three UCF football team physicians testified Tuesday they did not know Ereck Plancher tested positive for sickle cell trait and never counseled him about the condition.
    Three UCF football team physicians testified Tuesday they did not know Ereck Plancher tested positive for sickle cell trait and never counseled him about the condition. Orange County medical examiner Joshua D. Stephany also told the jury on day seven...

    Tags: Human Interest, Health, Blood, Human Body, Prosecution

    7. Oct 11, 2011 |Story| WGN-TV

  7. Peanut Allergy Breakthrough

    Tricking the body with a treat that, for some, can wreak havoc on the immune system. Imagine if you could erase your child's peanut allergy. It's an idea local researchers say may be possible.
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    Tricking the body with a treat that, for some, can wreak havoc on the immune system. Imagine if you could erase your child's peanut allergy. It's an idea local researchers say may be possible. They're tiny snacks that can cause big problems. Peanut...

    Tags: Peanuts, Health, WGN, Blood, Peanut Allergy

    8. Oct 17, 2011 |Story| Los Angeles Times

  8. My Turn: A bumbling dance with Dr. Web

    My doctor recently suggested that a diminishing number of my white blood cells might signal a serious condition. After eliminating all the usual suspects, he referred me to an oncologist. I wondered whether anyone is ever happy to see the doctor whose...

    Tags: Blood, High Blood Pressure, Entertainment Events, Oncology, Human Body

    9. Nov 7, 2011 |Story| AM News

  9. Water is important for dogs even during cold weather months

    Fall is here and winter is waiting in the wings. That means that the excessively hot, humid weather is behind us and we can breathe easier and enjoy outdoor activities until the freezing rain and snow drives us indoors.
    Fall is here and winter is waiting in the wings. That means that the excessively hot, humid weather is behind us and we can breathe easier and enjoy outdoor activities until the freezing rain and snow drives us indoors. It does not mean your dog can do...

    Tags: Blood, Health, Human Body, Environmental Issues, Water

    10. Jul 25, 2011 |Story| Orlando Sentinel

  10. Danger zone: College football culture, sickle cell trait are lethal combination

    As a young graduate assistant at Florida State, Terry Bowden remembers what defensive line/linebackers coach Chuck Amato used to tell players before the Seminoles' infamous mat drills.
    As a young graduate assistant at Florida State, Terry Bowden remembers what defensive line/linebackers coach Chuck Amato used to tell players before the Seminoles' infamous mat drills. "Just remember, gentlemen, the body is a wonderful machine. You...

    Tags: Health, Blood, Diabetes, African Americans, College Football

    11. Jul 24, 2011 |Story| Orlando Sentinel

  11. Sickle cell trait: The silent killer

    Dale Lloyd II had already lifted weights with his teammates when he took the field in the Texas heat for what would be the final workout of his life.
    Dale Lloyd II had already lifted weights with his teammates when he took the field in the Texas heat for what would be the final workout of his life. It was Sept. 24, 2006, the day after the Rice football team suffered a humiliating 55-7 loss to...

    Tags: Blood, Health, Stroke, African Americans, Symptoms

    12. Jun 25, 2011 |Story| Orlando Sentinel

  12. Ereck Plancher trial: Planchers poised to rest their case Monday

    The family of UCF football player Ereck Plancher has called 18 witnesses, hoping their testimony convinces a jury the UCF Athletics Association is guilty of gross negligence. Plancher collapsed and died on March 18, 2008, shortly after offseason...

    Tags: Human Interest, Blood, Health, Cardiologists, University of Connecticut

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