Hawaiian punch Oct 20, 2008
Victorino, 27, was diagnosed with attention deficit disorder when he was a child, according to his parents. But he doesn't talk about it. (USA Today -- Sports)
Government is only a small part of society Oct 20, 2008
Does it make him selfish because he doesn't want to send those resources to a far away government which doesn't understand the issues of his local area as well as he does, and which will use much of his donation to buy votes for local politicians and pay off political supporters rather than address real problems ... It's just that he almost seems to go back and add a sentence or two that puts the blame on the liberals. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
O'Brien's blog Oct 20, 2008
DOB, what would the braves do to add another pitcher, would it be through another trade or free agency ... Might have to add in another lower level arm, with a large upside ... If you added Locke and Greene to that deal, I see it as being a big win. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
SCREAM: Rams 34, Cowboys 14 Oct 20, 2008
Add Topics to My HotList ... Click link to add to My HotList. (CowboyUpdate.com)
Love of what they do keeps Lincoln Log Cabin volunteers on site Oct 19, 2008
TODAY'S HEADLINES SPECIAL SECTION ONLINE POLL. When do you think gas will top $3 a gallon again. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
LETTERS: NCT, Oc. 18, 2008 Oct 19, 2008
Look around the world and see who wants Obama to win: Hugo Chavez, al-Qaida, Kim Jong II, Muammar Gaddafi and Fidel Castro ... Now, as we pay for past waste, we cannot add more obligations until there is a surplus budget in the state and every city ... And add to that, the current mayor of San Marcos endorsed both, according to the fliers. (North County Times)
Ignoring the economic storm, Apple holds its course Oct 19, 2008
It's possible that the financial side of Apple's executive suite sees an urgent need for the company to add products with lower prices, and that the product side, the one that most interests Jobs, is resisting. Or perhaps no one sees a need to change course. (International Herald Tribune -- Business)
Treating ADD With Medication Oct 18, 2008
Medical Management of ADD And What's On The Market ... Deciding whether or not to medicate an ADD child is a personal, private decision made between parents, the child, and a qualified medical professional ... The decision should be made after considering many factors, including the child s behavior in school, his academic performance, his ability to listen and follow instructions, his social skills, and the degree to which ADD has impaired his daily activities. (Suite101.com)
Palin, Boortz chat Oct 18, 2008
I really admire how he cheated on his first wife with that drug addicted pop tart while she was suffering from immense pain ... Whatever ladder you all think you ve climbed is just a delusion ... nothing to add to tat hasnt been said already, except that people like Barry and others among you disqualify their own comments with spewed garbage like above. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
10 Reasons Not to Skimp on Sleep Oct 18, 2008
You may literally have to add it to your to-do list, but scheduling a good night's sleep could be one of the smartest health priorities you set ... In addition to letting life get in the way of good sleep, between 50 and 70 million Americans suffer from a chronic sleep disorder--insomnia or sleep apnea, say--that affects daily functioning and impinges on health ... Candidates meet again to address audience questions. (Yahoo News -- Top Stories)
SSI eligibility Oct 18, 2008
Q: I have a 15-year-old son with severe attention deficit disorder. He is on Medicaid but gets no other assistance. (NJ.com -- Times)
Gross just shy Oct 18, 2008
Drew tattooed a pitch that caught way too much of the plate, delivering another big hit to add to his burgeoning postseason resume. And the Red Sox as a team showed once again that they simply cannot be counted out, no matter how bleak things look. (MLB.com -- Tampa Bay Devil Rays)
Joe The Plumber: Obama Tax Plan 'Infuriates Me'... Oct 17, 2008
"That's just completely wrong," he added ... He added, however, that he was not formally told by the McCain campaign of the senator's plans ... Starting ten years from now, Obama supports an additional 2-4 percent tax on individual income above $250,000 per year to help shore up the Social Security system. (The Drudge Report)
NJ flu-shot mandate for preschoolers draws outcry Oct 17, 2008
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Debate Transcript Oct 16, 2008
Both of you proposed new plans this week to address the economic crisis ... Now, Senator McCain, the centerpiece of his economic proposal is to provide $200 billion in additional tax breaks to some of the wealthiest corporations in America ... Exxon Mobil, and other oil companies, for example, would get an additional $4 billion in tax breaks. (CBS News)
Health Buzz: High Blood Pressure and Other Health News Oct 16, 2008
"Additional efforts are needed to prevent hypertension from developing in the first place, with primary emphasis on prevention of obesity," lead researcher Paul Sorlie, chief of the Epidemiology Branch in the institute's Division of Prevention and Population Sciences, told HealthDay. "For those who have hypertension, additional efforts are needed to diagnose, treat, and effectively control hypertension to reduce the adverse outcomes associated with hypertension.". (U.S. News & World Report)
FDA looks into bisphenol A advocates donation to science center Oct 16, 2008
JS Online: FDA looks into bisphenol A advocates donation to science center. " The Journal Sentinel story was reprinted in Monday's Washington Post. On Tuesday, The New York Times wrote an editorial based on the story calling for the FDA to investigate or for Philbert to step down. Gelman gave his donation in July, roughly the same time Philbert was named chairman of the FDA panel. Philbert had been actively involved in soliciting the donation from Gelman, university officials say. Philbert... (Milwaukee Journal Sentinel)
Victorino fueling Phillies' postseason Oct 16, 2008
"Which is the why the Dodgers and every other team in baseball have to be kicking themselves. Because while the Dodgers had first shot at Victorino, taking the four-sport high school star in the sixth round of the 1999 draft, he was twice up for grabs in the Rule V draft baseball's version of a clearance sale for $50,000.After the San Diego Padres took him and then returned him to the Dodgers, the Phillies eventually took a chance on him and in 2005, his first season with the franchise,... (Honolulu Advertiser)
'Pay Attention' will keep you intrigued Oct 16, 2008
"Hollywood" anecdotes add glamour. "On the Rocks" adds the dimension of alcoholism ... Although his brushes with the rich and famous add dimension to South's life with ADHD, his personal relationships give it texture. (Honolulu Advertiser)
This time, it's personal for candidates Oct 16, 2008
Obama boasted that every dollar that Ive proposed, Ive proposed an additional cut, so that it matches ... chicagofan wrote on Oct 16, 2008 12:14 AM:" Obama isn't creating a socialist state. He isn't a terrorist or consort with them and he is actually better under fire then McCain. He isn't going to make us worse off and for a lot of people making not as much, he will be helping us...or why would some of the most brillient minds even republicans like Hagel or millionairs like Buffet... (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Transcript of a Panel Discussion on the Role and Governance of the IMF: Further Reflections on Reform - The Per Jacobsson Foundation Oct 16, 2008
But now an even more fundamental question needs to be addressed, and that is what are the appropriate role and functions of the Fund in the new financial environment ... Those are some questions which I'll ask the panel to address ... So I don't think we could have a better qualified panel to address these issues. (IMF News)
The Final Presidential Debate: First Thoughts and Who Won? Oct 16, 2008
Add The Fix to Your Site Be the first to know when there's a new installment of The Fix. This widget is easy to add to your Web site, and it will update every time there's a new entry on The Fix ... 3) Reagan/Bush/McC/GOP have taken more from 95% of Americans to give to the upper 5% than any other 300,000,000 persons added together in the history of America. (Washington Post)
Prozac on the Playground Oct 16, 2008
Problem: We are now more aware of emotional illness in children and much more likely to diagnose and treat conditions like attention deficit disorders ... An estimated one out of about 20 children suffers from attention deficit disorder, and many, many of these kids are being treated with medications. (Slate)
Fact check: Some warped truth in final presidential debate Oct 16, 2008
OBAMA: Every dollar that I've proposed, I've proposed an additional cut, so that it matches. THE FACTS: The bipartisan Committee for a Responsible Federal Budget estimates that his programs would add $281 billion to the deficit at the end of his first term ... An additional $82 billion was spent on imported refined petroleum products such as gasoline, diesel and fuel oil. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Johnson & Johnson 3Q Profit Rises, Tops Views Oct 15, 2008
Epilepsy drug Topamax, Remicade for arthritis and other immune disorders, attention deficit disorder pill Concerta and cancer drug Velcade all saw double-digit sales increases. "Now's a very difficult time for Jthough it has robust cash flow, said Krensavage Partners money manager Mike Krensavage, who owns Jes. "It's facing some significant headwinds" from looming generic competition, he said, but could resume growth of drugs in spring of 2010. Company executives attempted to reassure investors... (ABC News -- Wire)
Moran to Biden: Palin's Rhetoric Make You 'Concerned for Obama's Safety?' Oct 15, 2008
Now, if I buy another truck and add something else to it and, you know, build the company ... " One wonders why this exchange could not have been included in the report at the top of the show, when most viewers were watching. Here is the full transcript of Glor's 7AM report: 7:00AM TEASE: JULIE CHEN: Not over yet. With three weeks until election day, the polls narrow and the race heats up. HILLARY CLINTON: We cannot afford four more years of the last eight years and that's all the Republicans... (MediaResearch.org)
J&J posts strong Q3 profit Oct 15, 2008
Epilepsy drug Topamax, Remicade for arthritis and other immune disorders, attention deficit disorder pill Concerta and cancer drug Velcade all saw double-digit sales increases. "Now's a very difficult time for J&J," although it has robust cash flow, said Krensavage Partners money manager Mike Krensavage, who owns J&J shares. (NJ.com -- Times)
Lawyer: 2nd teenager may be linked to MySpace hoax Oct 15, 2008
Megan was being treated for attention deficit disorder and depression. In his motion, Steward seeks the phone records to prove that prosecutors mistakenly linked Megan to a message that S.D. actually sent to the fake account. (USA Today -- News)
Pennant within reach after Rays' rout Oct 15, 2008
Rays add on in the fifth inning ... Willy Aybar added a two-out, two-run homer in the third to push the Rays' lead to 5-0 and chase Wakefield ... Rays manager Joe Maddon complimented Sonnanstine for setting the tone for the Rays. (MLB.com -- Tampa Bay Devil Rays)
Drugs at home make kids sick Oct 14, 2008
Dr. Conchetta Fulton, a pharmacy professor at Xavier University in New Orleans, said amphetamines are used as an appetite suppressant or prescribed to treat attention deficit disorder. It wasn't clear Monday whether Louis had a prescription for the drugs found at her residence. (Nola.com -- Sports)
Report says Palin abused her power Oct 13, 2008
I m here to support a wonderful governor, Boyle said, adding he wouldn t lie about his connection to the McCain-Palin campaign ... Frank wrote on Oct 12, 2008 4:22 PM:" Alaska's Legislature should act to impeach Gov Palin immediately, before she can do additional damage! " ... don j of FAIRBANKS wrote on Oct 12, 2008 9:06 AM:" How can it be a witch hunt? I saw that she got 'protected' at church last year (on my dime I might add). LMAO. ". (Wasilla Frontiersman, AK)
The horror that lies within Oct 11, 2008
AmVet, don t forget to add to your list an explosion of the national debt by trillions upon trillions of dollars, to an extent never before witnessed in the history of humankind ... Rather than step up to the plate and pay for our nation s desires and needs today, the repubilcans, out of sheer greed, self-righteousness and utter disregard for the well being of our children and grandchildren, have enacted financial policies allowing them to horde their own cash (much like the bailed-out banks are... (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
One-man play reveals humor in personal battles Oct 11, 2008
Posted on: Friday, October 10, 2008. Former TV producer Frank South learns to laugh at life's previous setbacks. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Intergovernmental Group of Twenty-Four on International Monetary Affairs and Development Communiqu, October 2008 Oct 11, 2008
Ministers called for a comprehensive response to address the strains in financial markets and restore market confidence. They considered it essential to address the deep-rooted weaknesses in risk management and regulation in advanced countries' financial sectors that led to excessive risk-taking and speculation ... Ministers observed that present circumstances add urgency to resuming talks and achieving a successful pro-development conclusion of the Doha Round, and urged developed countries to... (IMF News)
Snowballing sell-off spreads worldwide Oct 10, 2008
The Wall Street Journal reported that government officials are considering temporarily guaranteeing all U.S. bank deposits and billions of dollars of bank debt, in addition to possibly buying stakes in individual banks ... The Treasury had earlier requested from Congress authority for the FDIC to change deposit insurance limits to respond to disruptions in the banking system, in addition to the increase to $250,000 that was part of the bailout legislation, FDIC spokesman Andrew Gray noted in a... (San Francisco Chronicle -- Business)
Obama purchases half hour of primetime on CBS, also in talks with FOX, NBC... DEVELOPING... Oct 10, 2008
While some money has gone to national cable channels, the thinking has always been that it would be more prudent to target battleground states' voters instead of addressing the entire nation, including states that reliably vote for one party over another ... A simple radio address or follow up YouTube ad by McCain will undo any progress made by this "Special" ... What if Michelle Obama were a wife who not only became addicted to pain killers, but acquired them illegally through her charitable... (The Drudge Report)
Facing the Carbon Footprint -- Applying Information Technology to Reducing Emissions Oct 10, 2008
Fuel source is a determining factor, in addition to run time ... Emissions trading is one of the actions that companies with generation will take to address their carbon footprint ... In addition, by running simulations of each unit within the current portfolio of generation, generation companies can prioritize the installation of emissions control equipment where it will have the greatest impact. (Energy Pulse, CO)
Big boost in checks to retirees Oct 10, 2008
8 percent would add about $36 to the average Social Security check of $955. Offsetting the increase will be rising premiums for Medicare Part B, which are deducted from most people's Social Security checks. (Yahoo News -- Social Security)
Young veterans share experiences to show support for Obama Oct 10, 2008
The math just doesn't add up ... " PLEASE NOTE: Comments on stories that frequently update through the day disappear with each update. The comments above are from readers. In no way do they represent the views of the La Crosse Tribune. to report offensive or inappropriate comments. Please identify the comment you're concerned about, the story to which the comment was attached, the date of the comment and the person who made the post. Post a comment (150 word limit) ? Log In - If you have already... (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Your say: how do we stop the panic? Oct 10, 2008
Apart from bucket loads of cash being thrown at grossly negligent financial institutions, the needs and concerns of the public have gone largely unaddressed. Start addressing people on a level that matters to them - are my saving assured, cap skyrocketing prices, cap corporate fat cat salaries, is my job safe, I am about to lose my home and my family are going to be turfed on the street, what are you going to do to help me, type questions are to be addressed and allayed before sanity returns ...... (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
'Change' in statistics Oct 10, 2008
This includes phone number, name and address ... ttian wrote on Oct 9, 2008 4:45 PM:" Good point Ivan,The President does have a little more power than is given credit: to add to or multiply the problem, or search for responsible and effective, increase whats working or dissolve it. And the people are responsible for what they tolerate,Time to no longer tolerate the Bush Adminstration. " ... " Add Your Comments Registered Users Sign in Here *Member ID: *Password: Remember login?( Comment posters... (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
Number of Lebanon home schoolers is up Oct 10, 2008
Friends who were teachers told them that Joel's rambunctious behavior would probably lead to him being diagnosed with attention deficit disorder and possibly prescribed Ritalin. He wasn't ready (for school) when they said he should be, Renee Gunselman said. (Lebanon Express, OR)
Historical thoughts on Barak Obama's position Oct 8, 2008
"The people of the various provinces are stricktly forbidden to have in their posession any swords, short swords, spears, firearms, or other types of arms. The posession of "unnecessary implements" makes idifficult the collection of taxes and dues and tends to foment uprisings. Needless to say, the perpetrators of improper acts against official agents shall be summarily punished, but in that event the paddy fields and farms of the violators will remain unattended and there will be no yield of... (New Iberia, LA)
Supporting Disabled Students Provides Valuable Lesson for All Oct 8, 2008
Sheern has autism, attention deficit disorder and a sensory disorder. Yet the flexible schedule, smaller class sizes, tutoring services and personal support he found at Brown Mackie have not only enabled him to attend college, Sheern has even made the honor roll. (Pekin Times, IL)
Post-debate polling favors Obama over McCain Oct 8, 2008
voa wrote on Oct 8, 2008 10:49 AM:" Mr. Obama's tax the rich plan will destroy my company. I must be one of the "small " percentage of small businesses who have revenues (that's sales, not profits) of over $250,000/yr. I have one full-time employee, one part-time, and myself. We're squeaking by now. Tax me more, and the three of us will add to the rising munber of unemployed. Raising taxes on small business is punishing foks for working hard and trying to be succesful. What's "fair" or just... (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Boomers' Life Changes Can Start Depression Oct 8, 2008
Douglas Cootey, 41, of Midvale, Utah, suffers from depression and attention deficit disorder. He says he was diagnosed with depression after seeking help for ADD. A magnetic resonance image was taken of his brain, and the doctor said, "Hey, did you know you were depressed?". (Click2Houston, TX)
How can Nebraska possibly vote Republican? Oct 7, 2008
rob g Oct 1, 2008 5:40 PM Ethonal has been a dismal disappointment in addressing our energy conscerns ... People here don't want to elect a known supporter of radical american haters like the weatherman underground or the reverend wright who preached "G.. Damn america!Thats why for starters Nebraska should vote republican!!! My god obama has been a senator for 143 days! This makes him qualified over mccain? Or is it his black skin? Stop it Oct 2, 2008 10:56 AM These subsidies are a slap in the... (Columbus Telegram, NE)
Harper seeks to calm market worries Oct 7, 2008
The plan would only add an estimate two or three dollars to the $100 monthly cheque that Canadian parents of children under six currently receive ... Asked whether his campaign platform, being released Tuesday, will contain new measures to address growing economic woes, he avoided a direct answer. (Globe and Mail)
More Coverage: Lafayette News Stand Oct 6, 2008
While we'll try to have most stories to you early each morning, be sure to check back throughout the day as we add links at all hours when we find them ... Despite dominating play throughout on their way to compiling a 430-95 advantage in total yards, the Leopards were not able to relax until well into the fourth quarter, which began with junior tailback Maurice White breaking off a 28-yard touchdown run and Davis Rodriguez adding the extra point for a 21-6 advantage ... The Express-Times/ By... (Goleopards.com)
Chargers can't break some old habits Oct 6, 2008
They've added some nice pieces to their game, they didn't have Porter, Pennington, or a healthy Williams/Brown tandem in the backfield last year ... Add another one on the board ... (though I'm not sure if you think 37 willsomehow add cred to your weak rant, or if you're just thrilled to have made it that far given your obvious lack of common sense). (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
LETTERS: NCT, Oct. 5, 2008 Oct 6, 2008
Additionally, Obama is knowledgeable in current technology and is prepared to create innovative programs to restore America's leadership position in science and technology ... Think back to the critical decisions in 2003 when we were told Saddam Hussein was snubbing his nose at us, stockpiling WMDs and incredibly was responsible for the brutal 9/11 attack ... The most incompetent way to address this bail-out issue is to do so in a knee-jerk reaction fashion, over a weekend, behind... (North County Times)
Bush and Cheney had a part in economic ruin Oct 6, 2008
Grant Uptain idgrantup wrote on Oct 5, 2008 10:31 AM:" b d idgloomis, see the pronunciation and definition of a "non sequitur": non sequitur Pronunciation (nn skw-tr, -tr)n.1. An inference or conclusion that does not follow from the premises or evidence.2. A statement that does not follow logically from what preceded it.You satisfied the requirements of both definitions in you exclamatory sentence beginning with "Wow" to which I add my "Wow". And your last sentence indicates that like Rip... (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
Study Says Drug Samples May Endanger Children Oct 6, 2008
In 2004, the year of the C.D.C. survey, more than 500,000 children received samples of four medicines that were later the subject of serious safety warnings required by the Food and Drug Administration: Advair, for asthma; Adderall and Strattera, both for attention deficit disorder; and Elidel, for eczema. Elidel, for example, was given to the parents of more than 38,000 children under age 2. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Health)
World failed to learn from Gordon Gekko: Rudd Oct 6, 2008
"I would just want to point out that it will be quite a difficult challenge for the regulators but it will be necessary for them to address those issues and I think the public wants it." ... No new comments can be added ... Instead of issuing "motherhood" statements of no concrete effect, the Rudd government should be addressing the real support of Australians banking deposits. (ABC Online)
Behind the music: Symphony tries to keep funding apace with growth Oct 5, 2008
And when up to 30 players are coming in for each performance, those travel costs add up. I believe in what he s doing, says Brown, but adds that he sometimes wonders if Scott is trying to run a big city symphony on a small-town budget ... It s because of his energy and enthusiasm that we ve made the progress that we have, she adds. (Helena Independent Record, MT)
U.S. to launch landmark child health study Oct 4, 2008
Add Kids and parenting headlines to your news reader. Top msnbc. (MSNBC -- Health)
Wall Streets gets bailout. What's next? Oct 4, 2008
Add more earmarks and spend more taxpayer money to buy the yes votes you need ... This is like selling crack to a crack addict hoping he will get better ... I actually opposed Paulson s original ridiculous bailout proposal admimantly, as you know, BUT once they added some oversight and protections, and limited the amount Paulson could actually spend before the next president appoints someone, I felt somewhat better. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Study to track Baker kids Oct 4, 2008
They hope the study serves as a platform for discovering the causes of autism, asthma, attention deficit disorder, obesity, high blood pressure and other maladies with childhood roots, Alexander said. The earliest results, likely about health during pregnancy, should be out in 2012 or 2013. (Florida Times-Union)
Little green thumbs Oct 3, 2008
Today's kids may be suffering from "Nature Deficit Disorder." Richard Louv, author of "Last Child in the Woods," coined the phrase to describe the lack of connection with the outdoors that might be aggravating such modern problems as attention deficit disorder. There's a disconnect, he suggests, from lack of exposure to nature, because of so many distractions such as video games and text messaging. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Editor's Mailbag (Sept. 22) Oct 3, 2008
Her's more than ZERO, Tom: "In Oregon, the state with the highest per capita rate of meth addiction in the nation," taken from this article: http://findarticles ... To give you an idea of his level of understanding, when asked about how he would pay for the unnecessary war in Iraq, He asked, "Pay for it....whadda ya mean?" You know, he was kinda used to having others and his rich daddy take care of "those things" while he worked on scoring political points for the ones that are ruining us ...... (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Our plastic world Oct 3, 2008
Plasticizers are added to plastic during the manufacturing process ... Phthalates add softness and squishiness to things like shampoo bottles, raincoats and rubber duckies. (Science News for Kids)
$700 billion bailout? You ain't seen nothin' Oct 3, 2008
On the other hand, by issuing federal debt, the Wall Street bailout would add to the government's explicit obligations - unlike Social Security and Medicare's implicit obligations that, legally, could be cut anytime by Congress ... While both programs face rising costs due to demographics, the added problem of steeply rising health care costs puts Medicare in even worse shape than Social Security. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Opinion)
Albania: IMF Discussion with Government on 2009 Budget in an Unsettled Global Financial Environment Oct 3, 2008
We endorse the recent approval by the BoA of additional banking supervision regulations, in particular on increased provisioning for foreign currency lending, which should help rein in credit growth and current account deficits ... However, this should not rely on administratively burdensome regulations that only add new room for discretion and corruption. (IMF News)
The Whole Nine Yards Oct 3, 2008
I would add that the loss of T.J. Yates during the Virginia Tech game was a loss I didnt believe the Tar Heels would be able to effectively address ... Add Topics to My HotList ... Click link to add to My HotList. (InsideCarolina.com)
General Releases Oct 3, 2008
- Two Patriot League Soccer Student-Athletes Honored by ECAC - Patriot League and Holy Cross Host Second Annual Meeting of Chief Academic Officers - 2007-08 Television Schedule - Engle Named Army Head Coach of Cross Country and Track and Field Programs - Patriot League in the 2008 Summer Olympics - Pool Play Concludes for Holden, Tran - Patriot League in the 2008 Summer Olympics - Glenister Wins 50-Meter Freestyle Heat, Holden Shines for Russia - Patriot League in the 2008 Summer Olympics - Tran... (Patriotleague.com)