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Dessert With A Doc: Boomeritis
Effective Treatment for the Ringing in Your Ears! "Tinnitus, an incurable ringin...
Sarah's Dance Recital - danced to Ease on Down the Road
Well deserved! Congratulations to Sal Greco and Mrs. Greco from Wallingford Flo...
Day 5: Puttin On Those Walkin Shoes: Took another walk today for about 45 min. I...
Sleep Apena Hurts Brain Function in Children: We hear a lot about adult sleep ap...
Day 4: Midweek Motion. Working at keeping up the pace and I went to Y for an hou...
May is National Stoke Awareness Month: Stroke is the leading cause of serious lo...
Author Event: MJ Allaire
Friday Night Flicks Presents Mission: Impossible-Ghost Protocol
Day 3: Oh The Faces You See! You just never know what's around the next corner....
More Reasons to Move > Exercise & the Brain: Not only does exercise pump more ox...
Day 2: Do Words Matter? For me they do! This sign was the first thing I noticed...
Nature Author: Robert Tougias presents The Quest for the Eastern Cougar
Move that Bootie! This compelling article shows that doing just about anything o...
Day 1 Biking & a Robin's Egg: Hi - this is Kathy, one of the admins for Gaylord'...
Holiday Closing
As long as you´re creative, you will get there...
Too Cool. Photo by Noritoshi Takeuchi someone I have in my circles on G+. Real o...
Andy just had a flashback memory that was pretty wild. Who remembers the milkman...
Java Lovers Live Longer: A recent study found that those who drank coffee at the...
So True. Thanks to Dianah Cloer for sharing this on G+
It's Not Science Fiction! In an ongoing clinical trial, a paralyzed woman was ab...
Go BLUE Today!
ENJOY a Wine Tasting Event & Help Us Raise Funds to Support Care for People with...
FIVE WALLINGFORD RESIDENTS RECEIVE MxCC SCHOLARSHIPS
ENJOY a Wine Tasting Event & Help Us Raise Funds to Support Care for People with...
Wine Tasting to Benefit MS Care
Creative Expressions Art Show
Last Chance Bag Sale at the Book Seller
Video: How to Identify the Symptoms of a Concussion. It is very important to be...
Surgery Restores Some Hand Function for Quadriplegic: Surgeons have restored som...
Saturday Mornings With Poetry
ON TILL 9PM - PLEASE SHARE THIS POST. Hope you can come! The reason why I have s...
Caregivers Guide to TBI: Are you caring for a loved one with a traumatic brain i...
Belated Happy Mother's Day! If you are a woman this statistic is probably no sur...
Happy Mother's Day
Mary Moynihan Underwood is PERSONALLY cooking and serving help for others. Stop...
Wii Super Smash Brothers Brawl Tournament
Thanks to all who shared this - He has been found!!! From the Wallingford Police...
Lunch and Learn: Audiology
URGENT! PLEASE SHARE!
Creating Beauty from Pain: Art therapy is an important part of therapy and recov...
Paralyzed Woman + Bionic ReWalk Suit = Marathon History! Claire Lomas was paraly...
Congratulations to Gaylord's ThinkFirst coordinator, Erin Prastine, who was name...
Age & Sex Impact Concussion Recovery: New research indicates that female athlete...
"City Lights - Alamo Square" , San Francisco by Patrick Smith
We won an award for inevative accruate jouranalism with high grades for gremmar.
Exercise & Heart Failure: Hospitalization for heart failure has increased fourfo...
THREE WALLINGFORD RESIDENTS INDUCTED INTO NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY
Short Story Discussions
Children's Book Swap
I Can't Hear You! New technologies such as a directional microphone, earphones a...
True Inspiration: Ad for the Canadian Paralympics
Moderate Jogging Increases Life Span: Researchers found that male joggers can ex...
Wordle about Gaylord's Medically Complex program. Our Medically Complex Program...
Pro Football Player's Death Highlights Concussion Concerns: As many as 3.8 milli...
Listening Adventures presents Classical Music: Famous Melodies
WALLINGFORD RESIDENT, ANNETTE HEMSTOCK, RECEIVES MARKETING AWARD FROM MxCC
Move that Body! If the info in this article doesn't motivate you to keep moving,...
Anime Night: Fairy Tail and Ramen!
Wildflower Hike
Name the first thing that pops in your head
May 1 is World Asthma Day: Asthma affects more than 230 million people worldwide...
Biking for Gaylord: From Tyler Felson on MeritBooster: In October 2011, my fami...
Short on Sleep? Americans are short on sleep and according to a new study the re...
Our shared lives...
A "Wordie" about Gaylord Hospital's history from info on the "History of Gaylord...
Low Brain Activity Seen in Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS): The findings of a new...
Allergy Relief Self Test: With the unseasonably warm weather this year allergy s...
Photo by THÁI NGUYÊN yesterday afternoon with his son having fun.
By Candice Hanlon
Altered Books: Transform old books into entirely new works of art!
Video Interview: New MS Drugs Give Options. Investigational multiple sclerosis d...
Believe it or not... this is not Photoshop... A Macbook, an iPhone, a Kindle, an...
5 "Questionable" Substances that are Good for You...mold, hydrogen sulfide, rat...
You are invited to participate in a Community Conversation on Bullying Bullyi...
Mystery Book Club
New Quiz Question is Up! Q & A are on our homepage. We had 60+ people answer our...
Public Event TV: One Camera Shoot
Aspirin & Lung Cancer in Women: Researchers found that women who had used aspiri...
Estrogen Hormone Helps TBI Recovery: Estrone, a naturally occurring estrogen hor...
Tears of a Child - Photo Art by Mike Shaw
Kimberly Howe Tighe SPOTTED WITH ELVIS!
Educational Transformation Project
"Musical Chairs" was a hit last night! Special thanks to everyone who came to H...
Low-fat Dairy Helps Reduce Stroke Risk: Getting plenty of low-fat milk, yogurt,...
Join Us! Two free screenings of the movie "Musical Chairs" at Brooker Lecture Ha...
Nature Journals and a Hike Postponed
Dessert With a Doc: Using Robotic Surgery To Treat GI Problems
Falling into a New Purpose! The film premiere of "Musical Chairs" helps emphasiz...
We're only a day away from our big movie event, Muscial Chairs! The people at Ho...
Seeing the Glass "Half Full" Helps Your Heart: Research suggests that optimism,...
How Do You Use Your Library?
New Device Helps Prevent Cell Death in TBI: "Researchers seeking a treatment for...
SPECIAL EVENT! Join us for the movie premiere of "Musical Chairs" on Thursday, A...
Premiere of the movie "Musical Chairs"
Paying Attention to a Bump on the Head: Even after what seems like a "harmless"...
Nature Journals and a Hike with Helen Stowe
Women More Unhappy with Hospital Care: A recent study found a significant differ...
Helping Parkinson's Patients with Depression: Parkinson's disease is a progressi...
The Butterfly Project
Dealing with Lou Gehrig's disease or ALS: The sixth edition of the Manual for Pe...
Clinical Info & Video on RA: We have gotten a lot of response to information pro...
"Outside of a dog, a book is man's best friend. Inside of a dog it's too dark to...
Where am I? Do you know my story?
Gaylord joins Pinterest with boards of information, resources and encouragement...
Community Conversation on Bullying You are invited to participate in a Community...
Confused with Medical Information? "Smart Health Choices" is a free online book...
Ann Nyberg
Diet & Parkinson's in Men: According to new research, men who eat flavonoid-rich...
Exciting Breakthrough on Cystic Fibrosis: Researchers have taken a critical step...
Rise of Arthritis of the Thumb > especially in women. As baby boomers age, ortho...
Things are changing every day...look for even more on Friday.
Move that Body! It seems logical and now a growing body of science suggests that...
Stress & Sickness: " A new study involving the common cold may help explain why...
Treating Rheumatoid Arthritis More Aggressively: More than 1 million Americans h...
Poetry Returns to Wallingford - at least for a day
Children Stories: 2 languages
Environmental Film: Energy Options
Why is it that most newscasts say "Good Evening!" and then make sure it no longe...
Your Favorite Movie Comedy Poll Results: 1. It's a Mad, Mad, Mad World - and t...
Altered Books Workshop
Surprising Concussion Myths & Facts: Suppose your son or daughter has just been...
ThinkFirst for Prom Safety: According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Adm...
Quiz Question: Have you tried the quiz question recently? Q & A are on our homep...
ICK but COOL! Watch two live colonoscopies today online (from the view of the en...
Bon Appetite! The Benefits of Chocolate: Healthy people who exercise and also ea...
If you want to connect with us on Pinterest we now have a Pinterest icon on our...
Hospitalization can Increase Cognitive Decline in Elderly: Many older people fea...
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Barefoot Running vrs. Shoes. What Mode is More Efficient? The question researche...
POLL- What websites do you visit the most?
Aspirin's Good News BUT Consult Your Physician: British researchers have conclud...
Ask for Your Blood Pressure in Both Arms: Next time you visit your doctor ask fo...
Nature Writing Seminar
New Robotic Device Allows Paraplegics to Stand Independently: The robotic device...
Positive-ly Weather Forcast
Monday Morning Unusual Medical Moment: Sometimes we all need a little humor to s...
Hello Summer!
The Real Story of St. Patick courtesy of The People's Press
Less Sleep + More Calories...Weight Gain. Not getting enough sleep may lead to w...
What do you think? "Hospitals Aren't Hotels" - how to evaluate "patient satisfa...
Cool Hands = Longer Exercise: Cooling the palms of the hands while working out c...
Dealing with Shoulder Pain? If so, join us on Wednesday, March 28 for "Don't Sh...
A Little Alcohol Reduces Stroke Risk: "Women who drank low amounts of alcohol —...
Wile E. Coyote - again a wonderful free hand art by Samantha -
Samantha drew FREE HAND - Holy Wow Batman!
New American Medical Association App for Medications! With the My Medicatons app...
Concussions are Nothing to Mess With! Concussions are serious and new informatio...
Put Down that Hot Dog! Patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD...
Timing of Surgery after Spinal Cord Injury is Key: Researchers studied two group...
Today's Weather
Brain Injury Awareness > Concussion Symptoms Linger in Children: For children wi...
28 Adaptive Sports in 28 Minutes: Suffering a spinal cord injury isn't the end o...
Diversity: WPAA-TV Content
March is Brain Injury Awareness Month: Did you know - 1.7 million people, includ...
Mystery Book Club: The Wench is Dead by Colin Dexter
TBI Helped by Parkinson's Drug: Daily doses of a drug used to treat Parkinson’s...
Book Seller Closed Today
TBI & $$$ Decisions: New research shows that people who experience a traumatic b...
Anime Night!
I'm going to celebrate with t Wallingford Family YMCA! Please join me. Sincere...
Tai Chi Helps Parkinson's Patients: People with Parkinson's disease often have p...
URGENT! URGENT! WE are finally going to do what you all have always wanted us to...
Words of Thanks: We have a new feature on our website for patients, families and...
Hard to Breathe: Nearly half of persistent asthma suffers, both children and adu...
New Quiz Quiz Question is Up! Q and A are on our homepage. What is the number o...
Got Citrus? Eating higher amounts of a compound in citrus fruits, especially ora...
Eight Patient Stories about Living with MS: The New York Times provides an audio...
Gaylord on Pinterest: Pinterest is a way to share links, information and resourc...
Younger Women & Heart Attacks: Younger women tend to show up at the hospital wit...
Tongue Drive for Spinal Cord Injury: Tongue Drive is a wireless device that enab...
Drug Treatment for TBI: A new drug is showing promise in shielding against the h...
High Intensity Interval Training = Health Benefits: Researchers have developed a...
Facebook Syndication Error
How Fast Do You Walk? How Strong is Your Grip? Simple tests such as walking spee...
Photography Exhibit by: George Adair
Intense Exercise Benefits Parkinson's Symptoms: There is evidence that challengi...
Happy Valentines Day to all our patients, their families and the larger Gaylord...
Air Pollution Link to Ischemic Stroke & Cognitive Decline: Airborne pollution ca...
Excessive Calories may Impair Memory: Overeating for the elderly may impact memo...
Pinterest for Healthcare? Have you tried Pinterest? We are experimenting with it...
Help for Children with Sleep Apnea; Children and adolescents with obstructive sl...
New Quiz Question is UP! The question can be answered on our website homepage....
Are You SItting Too Much? The bad news: Researchers have found that sitting for...
This video is taking You Tube by Storm. A 2012 version of The Sound of Silence b...
Running and Injury: By most estimates, more than half of all runners become inju...
…and the sign said, “The words of the prophets are written on the facebook walls...
Quicker & Less Invasive Diagnosis of Arthritis: A new approach called arthritis...
10 Top Health Blogs Written by Actual Health Pros: If you like to read info on y...
Clinical Series on MS: Medpage offers an excellent series of articles with the l...
New Treatment for Intracerebral Hemmorhage (ICH): ICH is a bleed in the brain th...
Good Vibrations! : Pacemakers require small amounts of energy, but their batteri...
February is American Heart Month: Unfortunately, most of us know someone who has...
Alzheimer's Spreads Like a Virus in the Brain: Alzheirmer's seems to spread like...
Nature Calls! A special invitation to the start of a year-long adventure...
Strokes Don't Only Happen to Elderly: Strokes are on the rise among the young an...
Creating Community Television
TEDMED Talk > Using Exoskeletons to Help Paraplegics Walk. If you want to see an...
Checking BP in BOTH Arms Catches Artery Disease: Measuring blood pressure in bot...
Mind Over Illness?: Authors of a recent study found that people's illness percep...
A New Quiz Question is up! Q & A is on our website homepage. What is the most c...
Cardiac Death Risk Set by Age 55: Lifetime cardiovascular risks were "very low"...
Our Patients are AMAZING! James was a nationally ranked collegiate soccer goalie...
What is the right helmet for kids to wear sledding? To protect kids' heads befor...
UPDATES on Tip-a-Player with the CT Whale Sports Carnival & Dinner: There were 3...
Gaylord is celebrating its 110th birthday in 2012! We want to hear your stories...
New Insights into Chronic Pain: Millions of people deal with chronic neuropathic...
Something different for a Friday?: How about a healthy recipe that can be eaten...
More on Vit. D > Low Levels Linked to Depression: Low Vitamin D levels are accep...
Don't forget this weekend's Tip-a-Player Dinner & Sports Carnival to Support Gay...
Women & Wheelchair Basketball: It's a fast, skillful game, dazzling to watch, gr...
Required to look for work - TBD
Women, Sleep Apnea & Risk of Death: Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is known to in...
Join us for Tip-a-Player Dinner & Sports Carnival to Support Gaylord, Hosted by...
Magnesium-Rich Foods Lower Stroke Risk: A recent study found that for every extr...
Refining Robotic Rehab for Stroke: Most stroke rehabilitation focuses on the leg...
Newly Discovered Exercise Hormone: PGC1a, a hormone produced in response to exer...
Anime Night
Brain Injury's Impact on Marriage: Until recently, there had been little evidenc...
Statins & Risk of Type 2 Diabetes: Many people need statins to help control chol...
Understanding Asthma: Current asthma treatments target eosinophilic airway infla...
Ladies, Don't Ignore these Symptoms! January is Cervical Cancer Awareness month....
Wallingford Based Burns & McDonnell Hires Bozrah Resident to Assist Business Technology Solutions Group
William Petit Engaged To Photographer
Middle School and Digital Literacy
Wristwatch-like devices to track calories! With weight loss one of the top New Y...
Random Acts of Community Building
A Medical History Lesson: The advances in medical care over the past 200 years h...
Tai Chi: An Introduction with Kathleen Brenner
There are a lot of incredible patient and caregiver stories out there about peop...
Good with Video? Last Call for Entries in 2012 Neuro Flim Fesitval! Deadline is...
Perhaps MS is Not Autoimmune: The lipid hypothesis suggests that MS is caused by...
Stroke, Singing & Speaking: It has been known for over 100 years that people who...
To all our fans - patients, family, friends, employees and extended Gaylord comm...
Metal Artificial Hips Failing: Metal-on-metal hips in which the device’s ball an...
New Year Holiday Closing
E-Reader 101: Drop in and Get Started!
Diet and the Shrinking Brain: People with diets high in omega 3 fatty acids and...
Quiz Question is Up! See our Quiz Q & A on our homepage. What is your New Year's...
New Advances in M.S. Treatment: The last few years have brought a rollout of new...
Brain Injuries Rise in Sports: In football and hockey it is common to sustain re...
Science Magazine's Video of the Top Scientific Achievements of 2011: Many are me...
LAST CHANCE to Send a Holiday Photo Greeting! Email to me at andy@peoplespressn...
Thinner Brain Cortex may could Signal Alzheimer's: New research suggests that th...
John was a patient at Gaylord's Traurig House one year ago. He created this vide...
Brightening the Holidays for a Hospitalized Loved One: A hospital stay during th...
Comments to our wall from former Gaylord patient John Wood:"It will be one year...
High Calorie Holiday Drink Alternatives: While it is a time of festivity, it is...
Front Cover Latest Issue
Email to andy@peoplespressnews.com by December 21st!!!!!!
Latest issue online NOW! Enjoy!
Poll: What is your favorite Christmas/Holiday STORY? Not movie, not song, not tv...
There is only ONE place that we see for everything you need when it comes to how...
Indicator of Recovery after TBI: High levels of tau protein, a protein found in...
RecipEtc for AGRItude
Quiz Question is Up! Choose your answer on our website homepage and see if your...
About 1/3 of Americans have heart disease! This great video offers some fascinat...
Do you know the single best thing you can do for your health? Any guesses? Take...
That Sean writes and sings songs that always leave you wanting Sean Moore - I me...
We are creating some short video Q & As with longer written answers to help info...
Our December Online Logo!
Help me write a special story by finishing this sentence with a paragraph or two...
Football, Stroke & Adolescents: A new study indicates that young football player...
Jessica Short was taken from us in 1989 when she was 9 years old. We had origina...
RPG Brigade
Thursday Night Book Club: Housekeeping by Marilynne Robinson
David Hofrichter, a past Gaylord patient, recommends this article: Neuro-Plastic...
Deficient Vitamin D & Link to MS: A rare genetic variant which causes reduced le...
Become a member so people will remember and know your business!
Did someone say Scuba Santa??? That's right - have some fun at the Wallingford...
Important MS Findings: MS has typically been viewed as a disease that begins in...
Lifestyle can Prevent 40% of Cancers: Lifestyle, environment and genetics can al...
Curious for more in-depth medical information? If so, the Gaylord website's Prof...
Author Event... Dick Barbieri, The Edge
2012 -- seeds of change
Headaches after TBI highest in adolescents & girls: A recent study found that th...
Low Vitamin D, Obesity, and Type 2 Diabetes > What do all of these have in commo...
Mystery Book Club
Mother Daughter Book Club: Holiday Gathering Dash & Lily’s Book of Dares by Rachel Cohn
“You can’t depend on your eyes when your imagination is out of focus.” ~ Mark T...
Wondering how Gaylord gives back to the community? Check out this Prezi presenta...
Listen Up! Gaylord Hearing Center Open House: 12/6 and 12/7, 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. F...
Quiz Question is up! See Q & A on our homepage. The body's main source of fuel i...
As we near the end of 2011 are you wondering about the changes that will occur w...
High Blood Sugar & Colorectal Cancer: November is American Diabetes Month. "Rese...
Heading the Ball & Brain Injury: This study looked at adult soccer players who r...
The Skinny on Vitamin D: There has been a lot of hype lately focusing on Vitami...
While shopping for deals have you thought about the 8 most germ infested areas o...
Forever on Thanksgiving Day, the heart will find the pathway home. I wish you al...
Hope for the Holidays
Reception and Documentary Film: Green Fire: Aldo Leopold and a Land Ethic for our Time
Thrombin & Ischemic Stroke Link: “We knew thrombin leaked out during hemorrhagic...
It's The People's Press Facebook Holiday Music and Movie Celebration Time. I, (A...
Marinelly just sent hers! Send your Special Holiday Wish to someone you love! It...
TONIGHT at Hubbard Park in Meriden
Send a Special Holiday Wish to someone you love! It's free in The People's Press...
Indoor Golf Clinic Today: Roncari Hall, Gaylord Hospital campus from 2 to 4 p.m....
Thanksgiving Calorie Counter & Walking Calculator: The giant feast is soon upon...
Marinelly just sent hers! Send your Special Holiday Wish to someone you love! It...
Send a Special Holiday Wish to someone you love! It's free in The People's Press...
5 to 7% of Breast Cancers linked to Genetic Rearrangements: Researchers have dis...
Weekly Quiz Question is up! We got a little off cycle. A new question will be po...
1 in 8 Americans Suffer Hearing Loss: A study has shown that 1 in 8 have hearing...
The CT Classic Wheelchair Rugby Tournament will take place on Saturday, Dec. 3 f...
Blood Types AB and B at Greater Stroke Risk: A new study suggests that men and w...
Women with Sleep Problems > Triple the Risk for Developing Fibromyalgia: The mor...
Thanksgiving POLL - What is your favorite dish - who makes it or who taught you...
Two Proteins may be Drug Target in Lou Gehrig's Disease (ALS): ALS is a progress...
TCE an Industrial Solvent Linked to Parkinson's Disease: Researchers found a six...
Ask not what you can do for The People’s Press. Ask what The People’s Press can...
Referendum Information - Monday, November 14
Mitochondria & Neuron Death in Parkinson's Disease: Current thinking about Parki...
Speical issue honoring those who serve and those who have served.
Vegetative State & New Tool to Detect Consciousness: A method of communicating w...
Municipal Election Information
Election Information - Limited Registration Session
Election Information - Final Registration Session
Ovarian Cancer Fueled by Fat Cells: Fat cells in the abdomen fuel the spread of...
Major storm damage in the central and northern parts of CT. Power outages may la...
HazWaste will soon CLOSE for the Season
October Spooky Issue now online to read and enjoy!
Oct. 29 is World Stroke Day: Every 6 seconds someone in the world dies from a st...
Here We Go! Connecticut is being warned of a fall storm that will dump anywhere...
Targeting Granzyme B may Prevent Brain Cell Death in MS: Granzyme B is found in...
Weekly Quiz Question: Q & A on our homepage. What is the largest muscle in the h...
Women - Keep Moving! Physical Activity Cuts Risk for Invasive Breast Cancer. Dat...
Alternating Training may be more Beneficial than Repetitive Training for Stroke...
Andy's Review and Reflections on the Trail of Terror 2011
Live Performance: The Good Doctor by Neil Simon
Video Games Help Parkinson's Patients: Parkinson's patients who played experimen...
Take or not to take a Vitamin Supplement that is the Question! Are you confused...
Weekly Quiz Question: Q & A are on our homepage. Human blood types are O, A, B,...
What does a Large # of Facebook Friends Say about Your Brain? British researcher...
A Very Special Spooky Program with Andre Keitt... for Brave 3rd-5th Graders!
Simple Test may Predict Stroke Recovery: One study has found that people who wer...
Public Flu Vaccine Clinics - October 18 and 22
Do you LOVE Paul McCartney's music with the Beatles or Solo and of course a favo...
Since many papers emulate or try to emulate The People's Press - I figured what...
Caregiving Resources: Are you caring for a disabled family member or friend and...
Running in those Funny Shoes: Switching your form is key to lessening impact. In...
Be Afraid - Be Very Afraid. For more info visit www.trailofterror.com Trail of...
Remember you can now post your photo and message here on The People's Press Face...
Only 2 Days left to submit for our 11th Anniversary Issue. Email your stories, n...
Only 2 Days left to submit for our 11th Anniversary Issue. Email your stories,...
URGENT: New Facebook Policy - all page owners are asked to tell fans: If you are...
This is a great show - I've seen it and love it! Great for kids of all Ages!
Try our poll: A global survey found that nearly half of respondents said that fr...
Weekly Quiz Question: Q & A on our homepage. What is the smallest organ in the...
Mind-Powered Robotic Arm Works! The robotic arm is part of a quest for thought-c...
Pregnancy & PT: Did you know that physical therapy can enhance pregnancy? Pregna...
Happy National Physical Therapy Month! Mobility is the key ingredient to aging w...
11 Years of you, your family and your life. Be a part of the issue. The deadli...
Hi Honey - we're home!
Preventing Heart Attack Damage:Researchers have developed a protein solution tha...
Thanks Charlotte for letting us know. RIP Steve
Keep Hearing Young - Play an Instrument! A study indicates that a lifetime of pl...
Holiday Closing
Wii Tournament: Super Smash Brothers Brawl
Do This Not That: A Guide to Caring for Your Aging Parent or an Older Adult
Weekly Quiz Question: Q & A on our homepage. See link below. All of the followin...
How the Brain makes Memories: The study's findings provide a grand-unified theor...
Keep Moving! Exercise Eases Arthritis Without Weight Loss: Scientists found that...
New way to be a part of the LocalMotion of The People’s Press Simply post your p...
Get a Free Rental On Me!
Upcoming Stroke Group & Sports Assoc. Events: Check our calendar for events. Oct...
Keys & Strings Music Studio Welcomes a new educator
What is the #1 Killer of Women? Think you are too young? Do you know the signs?
Fearless Caregiver Conference > LIMITED FREE TICKETS! See link below. Nov. 3 fo...
Mother-Daughter Book Club: Author Event
Dessert With a Doc: Female Urinary Incontinence
ALS Patients & Injection of Stem Cells: Phase 1 of a clinical study at Emory Uni...
Weekly Quiz Question: Click the link for the Q &A. There is an interesting video...
Gaylord Stroke Support Group's next meeting will be October 6, 4:00-5:30, Chaunc...
Jittery but Less Likely to be Depressed! Researchers have found that women who d...
Weekly Quiz? Very few answers for the weekly quiz this week. Was the question to...
Have you or a loved one needed a ventilator? Are you curious about their use? Pa...
Levosimendan a New Treatment Alternative for Respiratory Failure: Leo Heunks, M....
More Chekhov! Three Sisters The Film
Free Reference USA Webinars
Size Does Matter! Height Loss May Signal Health Risks, Especially for Men. Some...
Weekly Quiz Question/Answer are posted every Wed. on our homepage: Each human ce...
Our e-Books Are Kindle Compatible
Weekly Quiz Question/Answer are posted every Wed. on our homepage: Each human ce...
Our Computer Tutoring Schedule Has Expanded
Depression Boosts Stroke Risk: A recent analysis found that depression was assoc...
Friday Night Flicks Presents: Bridesmaids
CROWD - Center for Women with Disabilities: Need more info specifically geared t...
Anime Night
Wallingford Writers' Community
Apples, Pears & Bananas Cut Stroke Risk! A recent study found that eating a lot...
Model System of Care for Spinal Cord Injury: Gaylord's spinal cord injury progra...
An Objective Pain Measurement Tool: The need for an objective pain measurement t...
Public Lottery of Names of Candidates for Town Council and Board of Education
Lunch and Learn: Medicare 101
Weekly Quiz Question: The largest organ in the human body is the _______. a.) br...
High Cholesterol & Insulin Impact Risk for Alzheimer's: Researchers found people...
Gaylord Hospital Clinical Rounds: Thursday, September 15, 2011, 12:00 - 1 p.m.,...
Blue Button Allows Vets to Access Health Data: Are you a veteran or the family m...
Chekhov Festival
Cinema Club Presents: Jane Eyre
Tech Takes a Toll: You are at greater risk of eye strain, tendinitis and carpal...
Peace Flag Workshops
Gene Linked to Protein & Chronic Pain: Researchers found a protein produced by t...
Preventing a Second Stroke: A new study shows that stroke patients who receive a...
Hey look folks - know you don't expect a stunning model and actress on the Peopl...
URGENT! Do you have any photos of Irene and/or the aftermath? Please email to an...
Friday Night Flicks Presents X-Men: First Class
Weekly Quiz Question: A new question/answer is posted every Wed. on our homepage...
Will We Be A Nation?: The Creation of the American Constitution
Book Seller Now Open on Saturdays
New Method for Flu Vaccine: Good news! The first flu shot that works with a less...
Now Open Saturdays
Hurricane Recovery - Storm Brush Collection - Week of September 6
Labor Day Facts: The First Labor Day was celebrated on Tuesday, September 5, 188...
Sierra with her sweet voice performing in early June 2011.
Tiny Brain Lesions & Aging: Signs of aging, such as shaking hands, stooped postu...
Hurricane Recovery! The CDC has some excellent resources on dealing with health...
Protect Patients > Change the Sign: Which works better? "Hand hygiene prevents y...
Weekly Quiz Question: The human tongue has five zones of taste: sweet, sour, sal...
Psoriasis Linked to Stroke Risk: In patients under 50 with mild psoriasis, the r...
Heart Health & Chocolate: Levels of chocolate consumption seem to be associated...
Be Careful with Hurricane Cleanup! The days immediately after a hurricane — as h...
Wii Guitar Hero
For Gaylord Employees: Please know that the hospital has lifted the Storm Emerg...
Be sure to send your photos and stories of Irene to me at andy@peoplespressnews....
Due to the potential severity of Hurricane Irene, Gaylord Hospital will end visi...
Library Web Site Down Beginning Saturday, August 27th
Michelle McLaine posted on our wall: "I just finished my 2nd round of PT for my...
Men & Women & Sleep: Scientists are increasingly focusing on gender differences...
Dessert With a Doc: Learning About Lyme Disease
NEW Mystery Book Club
Inactivity + too much Salt = Poor Brain Functioning: A Canadian study found indi...
Back to School for Wallingford - Bus Schedules, Lunch Menus, School Supplies and more
Holiday Closing
Applying Caffeine to Skin? It is known that coffee drinking is associated with a...
e-Books @ Your Library
Stress, Adrenaline & DNA Damage: Scientists purposed a mechanism through which e...
Trauma & Hope: Research shows that those who go on to thrive following trauma te...
Duct Tape Workshop
Monarch Magic
Lack of Sleep & Type 2 Diabetes: Several lines of evidence indicate that chronic...
We're hearing more and more about barefoot running. Find out more for yourself...
MLB Live: New York Mets vs. Philadelphia Phillies
Use Care Storing Medications: No drug should be exposed to temperatures higher t...
Launched YouTube Channel OTPGWPAA
Weekly website quiz: Answer is at www.gaylord.org An autoimmune disorder occurs...
15 min. = 3 years?: Yes! A new study has found that 15 min. of moderate daily ex...
Wii Just Dance 2 Tournament
Yalesville Branch Closed Tuesday, August 16th
New Insight into ALS/Lou Gehrig's Disease: Researchers funded by the NIH have de...
Acoustic Performance by Two of Us
A video interview with some of the participants at the Wounded Warrior Event. Ov...
We have exciting news! Gaylord is the first hospital in CT to be awarded state...
Learn How and Chow: Reference USA
Older Women with Sleep-Disordered Breathing at Risk for Cognitive Impairment! So...
studioW 4 entries from year 1, otpg 2 from year 2
Wounded Warriors: WEDNESDAY, August 10 • 9 a.m.—Opening Ceremony featuring Josep...
MLB Live: New York Yankees Vs. Los Angeles Angels
Inspiration to Stay Active as You Age! Need a little motivation to get off the c...
Wounded Warriors Starts TODAY! RIverside Park in Hartford TUESDAY, AUGUST 9 • 7...
SAT Preparation Seminar
Struggling with Smoking? People who smoke soon after getting up in the morning a...
Friday Night Flicks Presents: Mars Needs Moms
Struggle with low back pain? Lifting, twisting and bending can damage the spinal...
Do you ever get hit with the 3:00 slump? You know, the time when you want to rea...
World Wildlife with Chris Evers
Author Event: Karen E. Olson
Public Informational Meeting - Commuter Rail Project
Wounded Warrior Event, Aug. 9-12! G!aylord Hospital welcomes service members who...
Morning Exercise Affects Sleep & Weight Loss: Poor quality sleep, influences cer...
Are you a golfer? A recent study examined factors that may explain why some 40%...
Hearing & Your Heart: Hearing aids can help you to hear better, but they don’t h...
Like Medical Triva? Then try "10 Things You Didn't Know About the Brain." For ex...
Friday Night Flicks Presents: The Lincoln Lawyer
Poetry Writing Workshop
Tracing Your Roots: Genealogy Program featuring Ancestry.com
Having trouble seeing us in your newsfeed? FB changes may affect whether you "se...
Snacking has increased & so have our waistlines: In the U.S. snacking has accele...
Karate Demonstration
Aerobic Exercise, Strength Training & the Brain: A recent review of research sho...
Fragmented Sleep Harms Memory: A study using mice found that regardless of the total amount of sleep or sleep intensity, a minimal unit of uninterrupted sleep is crucial for memory consolidation. Uninterrupted sleep helps us to sort out our day and &quo
CT Money School: Income Your Way
Origami Workshop
Humans have 10 to 30 billion fat cells! Three points to ponder when you are losing weight. 1.) You can't change your shape, just your size 2.) Not all body fat is equal 3.) Fat cells shrink but they don't go away... Question: How many calorie
Head Injuries of Veterans, Football Players and Dementia: Two studies, one of veterans and the other of former pro football players, provide new evidence that head injuries such as concussions are linked to dementia later in life and may make the brain m
Calling all nutrition sleuths! Solve the mystery of nutrition labels as Gaylord Clinicial Dietitian Michelle MacKenzie separates fact from fiction tonight at 7 p.m. in the hospital's Brooker Lecture Hall. The lecture is free and open to the public
Tracing Your Roots: Genealogy Programs featuring Ancestry.com
Researchers at the NYU School of Medicine have detected a link between secondhand smoke and hearing loss in people ages 12 and 19. One important finding is that almost 80 percent of the people with hearing decreases were not aware they had hearing decrea
An Evening of Jazz with Rebirth of Cool
Think you know about strokes? Test your knowledge with this short quiz and accompanying slide show. The average user score is 64%. See if you can beat the average!
Worried about memory loss? A recent study suggests making lifestyle changes could preserve your mind! The study used a mathematical model to estimate the impact of top modifiable risk factors for Alzheimer's disease: smoking, depression, low educati
TODAY IS OFFICIALLY PROCLAIMED DEANNA DAY!
Hot, hot, hot! With intense summer heat is important to think about protecting yourself from hyperthermia or your body overheating. This is of particular concern for the elderly. Things that can predispose someone to hyperthermia include congestive heart
Clint Eastwood seen lunching with J.K. Rowling. Dirty Harry Potter?
Poll of the Night: Are you going to see the last Harry Potter movie and who is your favorite character?
Friday Night Flicks Presents: Rango
Coffee/tea drinkers and MRSA (pronounced "mersa"): Researchers found that those who drank hot tea or coffee were half as likely as non-drinkers to harbor MRSA bacteria in their nostrils. MRSA stands for methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aure
Friendship Bracelet Workshop
Have you appeared in your swimsuit yet - a tad hesitant? Here are some easy summer slimming tips to help you lose some weight: get rid of beverage calories, eat lean protein at each meal, and exercise. If you don't look like a model, and who really
MLB Live: Boston Red Sox Vs. Baltimore Orioles
Great Book Give-Away
Have you seen an adaptive sport? Disability from an accident or injury doesn't mean sitting on the sidelines! Quadriplegic rugby is just one of many adaptive sports. Watch this video featuring quadriplegic rugby and let us know what you think - Anyt
July is National Therapeutic Recreation month. With this mini heat wave, it's hard to think about moving around. When the heat breaks, the Sports Association of Gaylord Hospital offers a variety of sporting opportunities such as adaptive cycling and
World Cup Semi-Final: France vs. USA
Friday Night Flicks Presents: True Grit
Magazine Bead Workshop for Teens
Your fingernails can give important clues about your health! Subtle variations in the texture or color - a touch of white here, a rosy tinge there, perhaps some rippling or bumps in the surface. Nail imperfections may not look like much, but to the train
CT Money School: Budgeting For You
Yoga on the Lawn
Mississippi is the most obese state and Colorado is the least obese state. Where you do think Connecticut falls on the list? You might be surprised. Click the link below and see the map of the ratings for all of the states.
Are you a smoker and trying to quit? A new study has shown that supportive text messages can nearly double the chances of quitting, according to UK researchers. "People described txt2stop as being like having a friend encouraging them or an angel on
A garden in memory of Jessica Short at the Wallingford Family YMCA will be here soon with your help.
Cinema Club Presents: Biutiful
Congratulations to Anne Dwyer, nurse team leader on Lyman 2, on receiving the President's Award from the National Spinal Cord Injury Association, CT Chapter, for her work with the Peer Assistance Program at Gaylord. The program matches newly injured
Too much hiking, volleyball or swimming over the weekend? If so, perhaps a little physical therapy is called for? Check with your doctor and then make an appointment with one of our physical therapists. Watch the video below for more info on our North Ha
Wii Home Run Derby
Friday Night Flicks Presents: Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 1
Healthy, Wealthy, and Wise
Distracted by studioW -- all good
Happy July 4th, enjoy the fireworks! Even in the midst of celebrations dealing with a chronic disease, such as type 2 diabetes, can be difficult. Check out these new videos and resources on managing type 2 diabetes from the National Diabetes Education Pr
3D Fireworks Festival at Quassy!
The Trumpet Man
Holiday Fireworks and more....
Tax Payments: First Installment and Motor Vehicle
Congratulations to Kate Grevelding and Erin Prastine! Kate received her Orthopedic Clinical Specialty certification and Erin received her Neurologic Clinical Specialty certification from the American Physical Therapy Association. The achievement is give
LAST REMINDER - Deadline for July A 2011 issue of The People's Press is Friday at 11pm. Email me at andy@peoplespressnews.com with your submission.
Does barefoot running increase or decrease skeletal injury risk? That question, cannot, as the newest science makes clear, easily be answered. If you are thinking of giving it a try, you may want to talk with one of our outpatient physicial therapists t
Deanna has helped so many and now it's our turn to help her. Please come to the social and fundraiser.
Local Fiddle Students Place in Irish Fiddle Competition
Reasons to love strawberries! Results of a recent study show that consumption of strawberries can improve the antioxidant capacity of blood plasma and the resistance of red blood cells to oxidative stress. Oxidative stress is an imbalance that occurs in
Wallingford Fireworks are on!
The 22nd Annual Gaylord Golf Classic was a great success. 116 golfers participated in 18 holes of golf at The Farms Country Club. Thanks to our sponsors and to everyone who helped support the event. Proceeds benefit the Gaylord Sports Association.
Wallingford Fireworks are on!
New Date for Cinema Club in July
Deadline is Friday, July 1st for Early July issue!
Holiday Closing
The old food pyramid is out! Have you seen the new "My Plate" guide for healthier eating? This new visual guide may be easier to remember and follow. What do you think? The best medical care is prevention - eat a balanced diet and try to walk a
Barbara Hunter Passes
Recorded 40 years ago Today - Still need it today!
Besides the page there is also a Jessica Short Memorial Garden to be shared at the Wallingford CT Family YMCA. If you are interested in helping in any way - shoot me an email at andy@peoplespressnews.com. Thanks.
10 Exercise Myths that Won't Go Away. Check out this list and see if you believe any of these myths. Did any of them catch you by surprise? How about your cardio machine is accurate in counting calories or low-intensity exercise burns more calories?
Read 'Em and Eat: Adult Summer Reading Program Starts Monday, June 27th
Log Your Books for the Children's Summer Reading Programs!
I've known Ann Nyberg a long time and unfortunately I am so much older then her as she was born when I was 21. She shares the positive and always lends a hand to others who share the positive. Please LIKE her and get statewide positive news you ha
You can't eat just one! Potato chips are a major culprit in weight gain. It's the biggest demon behind that pound-a-year weight creep that plagues many of us, a major diet study found. Bigger than soda, candy and ice cream.
Ok - this is really inspiring. It's not the song although it is good. It is the faith of the young teenage girl in her band and her faith in them. She also had the cahoonas to stand up to Pierce. Way to go!
Poll of the Night: First thing that comes to your mind when you think of Summer?
Check out the new and improved Outpatient Therapy Services in North Haven. Our makeover includes larger, more open space to better meet the needs of our orthopedic patients. We also have some new orthopedic equipment as well.
Need a quick desk break? Take our "59 Second Walk."
The most common health problems associated with falling include problems walking, 4 or more medications, foot problems, blood pressure drops on standing/dizzy, vision problems, and tripping hazards. Join Gaylord on June 23, 7:00 for information on how t
Friday Night Flicks Presents: The Adjustment Bureau
Consumer Information Online
In lieu of Father's Day here are some tips on helping the men in your life stay healthy! Women outlive men by about 7 years. And a woman’s input can make all the difference: 78 percent of men with a spouse or significant other say that that pe
It's sports injury season. Inflammation of the tendons of the shoulder muscles can occur in sports requiring the arm to be moved over the head, like tennis, baseball, and swimming. If your pain persists, see your doctor. Our physical therapist have
POLL OF THE NIGHT: What was or is your fathers favorite thing to do for fun or what did he enjoy?
Got a family video, favorite music video or just something cool? Share on our Youtube page and it will be on 24 websites too. Promote a cause or an event if you would like as well. The RULES - No politics, religion, sex or bad words.
June is National Aphasia Month. Aphasia is the difficulty in using or understanding language that may affect comprehension, verbal expression, reading comprehension and writing, causing frustration and isolation among patients. Aphasia is caused by brai
Exclusive Quote from the interview in an upcoming issue of The People's Press with the Cookie Monster. Cookie Monster, “PBS and Sesame Street provide REAL programs for children’s education! NUTS Cookies from Congress keep on cutting fund
VOTE FOR JAVIER COLON FROM CT – SEE BELOW AND LINK TO VOTE Andrea Regensburger Caraglior: I voted for Javier Colon as The Voice! For my Facebook peeps that don't come from Stratford or even know where the hell it is..... please vote for Javier
Exclusive Quote from the interview in an upcoming issue of The People's Press with the Cookie Monster. Cookie Monster, “PBS and Sesame Street provide REAL programs for children’s education! NUTS Cookies from Congress keep on cutting fund
So Wild! Ides O. June just called me! It has been exactly 1 year since I talked to her but as always she calls right in the middle to things.
How much TV is bad for your health? Watching TV for two hours a day ups the risk for type 2 diabetes by 20% and cardiovascular disease by 15%. More than three hours of daily viewing and you're upping your risk of dying from any disease. Europeans sp
NOT MUCH TIME LEFT!!! I know most of you love your Dad and would like to tell him so even if he is no longer with us. It's good for the soul to say something you should have or still can.
As we age, neck pain, back pain and pain associated with overused muscles may seem like a day-to-day reality. It may not have to be that way. An evaluation with one of our physiatrists (physical medicine and rehabilitation specialists) is a great start
A Gaylord therapist snapped this photo. She said that a patient had it made!
A hunch is creativity trying to tell you something. - Frank Capra
Deadline Reminder!!! Remember Dad and Grad! A father carries pictures where his money used to be. ~Author Unknown
Did you hear this? Software "hearing dummies" pave the way for tailor-made hearing aids: Research is being done to enable hearing aids to be calibrated to address the underlying hearing condition affecting each patient; and to ensure that they
Read, Return, Repeat: 2011 Teen Summer Reading Program
Sloane: What are we going to do? Ferris: The question isn't "what are we going to do," the question is "what aren't we going to do?"
Ferris Bueller was the actual creator of The People's Press.
Cinema Club Presents: Blue Valentine
Dessert With a Doc: Reading Food Labels
Not to get too personal but how safe is your bathroom? Bathrooms are a "high-risk area" where "young people as well as old people can easily slip and fall." Each year, 244,000 people over the age of 15 require emergency medical care f
Healthy: A Holistic Approach to Living Long and Living Well
Stop by and say hi, ask a question, make a comment or post an event on our new message board. Just simple and sweet as it should be!
Here is a digital magic way to read it too!
New issue ONLINE NOW! Enjoy and remember DAD for our next issue! Deadline is the 15th!
Protecting against strokes > Strenuous Exercise May Protect the Brain. Older people who regularly exercise at moderate to intense levels may have a 40% lower risk of developing brain damage linked to ischemic strokes, certain kinds of dementia and mob
I’m going through my junk and throwing out piles of preconceived notions.
Is your medicine cabinet a mess? Outdated bottles spilling out everywhere? The worst place to store your medication is in the bathroom where heat and moisture tend to degrade it. Get rid of out-of-date medications and try reorganizing twice a year.
"Believe you can and you're halfway there."--Theodore Roosevelt
Free Summer Concerts at Masonicare Health Center
Genius is more often found in a cracked pot than in a whole one. ~E.B. White. Well, I'm a cracked pot but I ain't no genius.
Women, Smoking and PAD: Smoking raises a woman's risk of developing peripheral artery disease (PAD). Women who quit still have an elevated risk of PAD 20 years later. Peripheral artery disease narrows arteries in extremities, often the legs, which r
Clinical Rounds for Physicians and All Clinicians: COPD Update, by Luis Teba, M.D.,Tuesday, June 14, 2011, noon-1 pm, Brooker Lecture Hall, Gaylord Hospital. For more information call: 203-741-3348
New Look For Our Online Catalog
If you are looking for a great Summer Camp for your kids - Check out the Wallingford Family YMCA's Camp Ulbrich!
Cut down on Carbs? You've heard it before - but a new study found that even a modest reduction in carbohydrates may promote loss of deep belly fat, even with little or no change in weight. This can help reduce the risk of developing Type 2 diabetes,
Are you are getting the paper at home or picking it up at a local business? Here's a great way to get and even Quicker-Pick-Me-Upper!
Documentary Film: Lurking in the Trees: The Asian Longhorned Beetle
JUNE WOW – only happens once every 823 years. This year, July has 5 Fridays, 5 Saturdays and 5 Sundays. This happens once every 823 years. Also - this year we're going to experience four unusual dates: 1/1/11, 1/11/11, 11/1/11, 11/11/11! I
Some Dirt-y Facts: Eating dirt, known as geophagy, may protect the stomach against toxins, parasites, and pathogens. Geophagy is more common in pregnant women and pre-adolescent children in tropical regions where foodborne microbes are plentiful. The typ
Family Night Canceled
Did you know one out of every three adults over the age of 65 falls each year? Most falls are preventable. You're invited to learn more on June 23, 7:00 pm, Brooker Auditorium, Gaylord Hospital. Call 203-284-2829 to reserve your seat.
Special M.R.I. & Subtle Brain Injury: A new study may explain why military personnel exposed to blasts have symptoms of brain injury even though other scans look normal. The M.R.I. technique measures the movement of water in nerve fibers in the brai
LAST LAST REMINDER - Deadline for Early June Issue is Friday @ 9am. Email me @ andy@peoplespressnews.com!
If you're not careful, you might just help somebody :)
Registration Is Open For Our Children's Summer Reading Programs
Six physical signs of high stress: Do you know the physical symptoms that can indicate that you are too stressed? They include: vomiting, hair loss, nosebleeds, memory loss, weakened immunity, and excessive sweating.
Dog Licensing Program
Enjoy one of my crazy stories ever with a twist on Castaway starring Tom Hanks and My Name is Earl - the TV Show.
No LInk Between Stress and MS in Women: Stressful life experiences among women are not associated with a greater likelihood of developing multiple sclerosis. In two large U.S. studies of female nurses, neither childhood physical and sexual trauma nor adu
Henna for Teens
This paper where people can share life would not be here if not for the sacrifices made by those who gave all.
Face Book Exclusive of front cover of this Friday's paper.
Memorial Day origins: Memorial Day was originally known as Decoration Day because it was a time set aside to honor the nation's Civil War dead by decorating their graves. It was first widely observed on May 30, 1868, to honor the sacrifices of Civil
9 seconds to help Cancer Survivors and Families in Central CT
Read our Special "Memorial Day Tribute" issue online now to honor those who serve and those who have served.
Read it all at www.peoplespressnews.com
New Issue Online NOW - Enjoy!
Heal My Heel: Tips for Avoiding Heel Pain
Skin cells converted to brain cells: Researchers have converted human skin cells into functioning brain cells. In the future, the technique might be used to create new brain cells which could be transplanted into patients with neurological disorders. Cre
Book Seller Rummage Sale: Great Bargains, Lost Treasures!
10 dumb things you do at the doc's office: Recognize yourself doing any of these things during a visit to your doctor? Sometimes not getting the care you want is not the physician's fault.
Family Night: Beach Days
Always forgive your enemies - nothing annoys them so much. Oscar Wilde
How important it is for us to recognize and celebrate our heroes and she-roes! ~Maya Angelou
Memorial Day Parade
Wallingford Writers Community
It is better to wear out than to rust out.~ Bishop Richard Cumberland
Cover of the Paper from long ago with pic I took on unimproved road in Utah & story inspired by it. Mushy I know.
Are your hips, knees or ankles the most important power source when walking and running? A recent study found that your hips generate more of the power when you walk, but your ankles generate more of the power when you run. Your knees provide 1/5th or le
Care of Craig Fergusun: Happy Towel Day to all the hoopy froods. .
Patient Richard Arserio tells about his accident and the care he received at Gaylord Hospital.
Support relief & recovery in Joplin, MO a donation to the Heart of MIssouri United Way: Text JOPLIN to 864833 to give $10
Did you know that every day the average adult takes over 20,000 breaths and breathes about 35 lbs. of air? That's like breathing the weight of a 4 year old!
Anime Night
Friday Night Flicks Presents: Gnomeo and Juliet
Zombies and You! So what do you need to do before zombies…or hurricanes or pandemics for example, actually happen? First of all, you should have an emergency kit in your house. This includes things like water, food, and other supplies. Check out t
If you think stroke is a condition of older people, then think again. According to a new survey, 1 in 4 young adults use tobacco-related products and eat fast food regularly. A poor diet and smoking are among the risk factors for stroke. Learn more.
Send us your stories. Do you have a friend, neighbor or a community group – local or national - who's done something amazing? Let us know, and we might cover it! Email andy@peoplespressnews.com
"You think you can do it, that's why you can. You think you can't do it, that's why you can't."
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED - May 21, 2011
Holiday Closing
3 Seconds is all it takes! The Wallingford YMCA can bring much needed support to cancer survivors and their families in Central Connecticut - but it's up to you to take 3 seconds to VOTE for them to get the funding and the support of LIVESTRONG! Ple
I've always believed, "Music is like a Vocal Photo Album. Some songs bring you back and let you see a memory, time or place." What song makes you picture the past?
Our searchable text and blog site!
Feeling jittery yet? There is more news on coffee! According to a new study, drinking six or more cups of coffee per day can lower a man's risk of fatal prostate cancer by up to 60 percent.
Estimated Cost of U.S. Crash-Related Deaths is $41 Billion. More than half of all costs are in 10 states. Four of the states with the highest medical and work loss costs from car accidents include: Georgia, Texas, California, and Florida. Which state do
Roots Music: Alex Caton & Peter Winne In Concert
Some answers to how to be a part of the LocalMotion of The People's Press!
Staying active after a stroke is important for stroke recovery. Join Gaylord Hospital on Thursday, May 19 at 7:00 pm, Brooker Lecture Hall, for tips and advice about staying active after a stroke. RSVP to 203-284-2829 or publicrelations@gaylord.org
We all gradually lose muscle mass as we get older. This condition, known as sarcopenia, can pose health risks for older adults. It’s a major contributor to falls and related fractures. Losartan, a drug commonly used to treat high blood pressure, sh
Stroke. The diagnosis can be difficult. If you need some inspiration in helping with a loved one who has had a stroke resulting in aphasia, a new book "One Hundred Names for Love: A Stroke, a Marriage, and the Language of Healing" by Diane Acke
Congratulations to Gaylord Physical Therapist Bill Neidel, who was named 2011 Employee of the Year! Bill received the award at a hospital ceremony yesterday afternoon, with more than 100 co-workers there to cheer him on. Bill specializes in spinal cord
Women’s and Girls’ Self-Defense Workshop
Connecticut State Library Could Be Impacted If “Plan B” Goes Forward
Do you think this statement is True or False: Fidgeting can help increase cardiorespiratory fitness. Are you a fidgeter and if so, in what ways? Foot bobbing, finger tapping, etc.?
Drawing Workshop
E-Books at Your Library
Wii Sports Resort Tournament
Friday Night Flicks Presents: The Illusionist
Love coffee? Scientists have reported how the caffeine in coffee, tea and other foods may protect against conditions such as Alzheimer's disease and heart disease. The analysis suggests that "coffee is one of the richest sources of healthful an
If you or someone close to you is a stroke survivor, join us on Thursday, May 7, 7:00 pm, Brooker Lecture Hall, Gaylord Hospital, for a free demonstration of how different assistive technologies can help you get you as much functional independence as pos
"We should bear in mind that, in general, it is the object of our newspapers rather to create a sensation - to make a point - than to further the cause of truth." - Edgar Allan Poe
Gary makes you feel Right At Home with Photo Portraits that tell you your home!
Do you know the questions to ask your doctor? You can build your own question list for talking with your doctor via a website from the U.S. Dept. of Health & Human Services. It is easy to forget your questions, so build and print out your personalize
Gina Juliano will be on Fox tonight at 10pm. Congratulations go to her for not only the interview in the Hartford Courant on Sunday but also tonight! She deserves it with all of the knowledge and savings she offers for FREE! Gina’s Kokopelli Rules!
The People’s Press donated 225% of our net proceeds from the 1st May 2011 issue to non-profits, community groups, events & more via free advertising in print & on the web, additional services and financial support. This DOES NOT include th
Check out an article on our friend Gina Juliano at the link below in the Hartford Courant! Totally Cool!
Exposure to secondhand smoke, such as a person can get by riding in an enclosed car while someone else smokes, has a direct, measurable impact on the brain — and the effect is similar to what happens in the brain of the person doing the smoking.
Surprise, Surprise, Surprise! Since there was so many events, news and stories to share right now – we decided to do a Bonus May issue. The Early May issue is still on schedule and you have till Friday at 5pm to share! Don’t forget MOM! Email
Are you fascinated by amazing biomedical images? The National Institute of General Medical Sciences (NIGMS) has a "Cool Image Gallery," with stunning scientific images. Check it out!
The Gettysburg Chronicle: A Dramatic Change in Command
Breakdancing!
Movie: Breakin'
Ummmm, I love Praline's of Wallingford. YOU should like them too and then stop by and LOVE them.
Last Reminder! The deadline for the next issue of The People’s Press is this Thursday at 10am!!! Don’t forget MOM! Email your submission to andy@peoplespressnews.com
Group appointments aren't just for psychotherapy; now add chronic diseases to the list. Shared checkups are far from the typical 15-minute office visit. They're stretched over 90 minutes, offering more time to quiz the doctor about concerns, le
Your mother always told you to eat your veggies! Research has found a compound in broccoli that may combat COPD. In a recent study, COPD patients were given broccoli sprout extract enriched with sulforaphane. The treatment increased antioxidants in the b
Cooking with Chef Silvio: Stories and Authentic Recipes of Campania
Last Reminder! The deadline for the next issue of The People’s Press is this Thursday at 10am!!! Don’t forget MOM! Email your submission to andy@peoplespressnews.com
For middle-aged adults, sleeping less than six or more than eight hours a night is associated with a decline in brain function. The magnitude of that mental decline is equal to being four to seven years older.
Osama bin Gotten! Although Osaba bin Gotten let us NEVER forget those Americans, and in fact people from all over the world - who were killed by his orders&his orgination. Let us also remember the families of those who lost a loved one as a result of
Ok - this is a locally family owned company that really has helped tons of people and lol there the main reason why I don't do classifieds! Please head over and like them. They are new on FB so trust me on this - they deserve the like. Bargain Ne
What experience in your life made you feel the happiest and most fulfilled? Email me at andy@peoplespressnews.com with your feelings!
Gonna be 71 degrees today - Go have some fun - Find out EVERYTHING you need to know about the Daffodil Festival from the Official Site. It's gonna be a great weekend for it so come out and have some fun. Then take some pictures and email them to me
In the spring, at the end of the day, you should smell like dirt. ~Margaret Atwood
Find out EVERYTHING you need to know about the Daffodil Festival from the Official Site. It's gonna be a great weekend for it so come out and have some fun. Then take some pictures and email them to me of you and the fam having fun!
Wonderful Video!
Find out EVERYTHING you need to know about the Daffodil Festival from the Official Site. It's gonna be a great weekend for it so come out and have some fun. Then take some pictures and email them to me of you and the fam having fun!
THE YEARN TO LEARN PROGRAM. So good for our kids! Read all about it!
Poll of the Day: "What's your favorite Music Video of all Time?"
"God could not be everywhere and therefore he made mothers." Don't forget to let Mom know what she has done for you. Deadline is May 3rd! Email andy@peoplespressnews.com with photo, story, poem or tribute! Does not matter where you live -
"God could not be everywhere and therefore he made mothers." Don't forget to let Mom know what she has done for you. Deadline is May 3rd! Email andy@peoplespressnews.com with photo, story, poem or tribute!
Read and Discuss! Sun, Stone, and Shadows: 20 Great Mexican Short Stories
What do you think - should your doctor be on Facebook? Let us know what you think and why!
Sun Safety Screenings
A word of warning for high heel loving fashionistas. Stiletto high-heeled shoes (averaging 2.5 inches in height) exaggerate twisting forces in the knee joints during walking and is thought to place the joints at risk for the development, progression, or
Sports & Concussion: Would you know how to recognize the signs of a concussion and how to respond? If you are a coach, parent or grandparent with children/teens involved in sports the CDC has a free/online training: Concussion in Youth Sports. This i
Here's something to dwell on...If a blind person were suddenly able to see, would he be able to recognize by sight the shape of an object he previously knew only by touch? Presented with a cube and a globe, could he tell which was which just by look
Don't forget your Mother's Day Photo Wishes, Stories and Memories. The deadline for our Early May issue is the 3rd. Remember I can grab the photos right from FB if you tell me which one you want and then you can let me know your message too.
One-on-One Computer Tutoring for Novices
Wondering what the Wounded Warrior Project is all about? Gaylord is in the thick of planning the 2011 Wounded Warrior Disabled Sports Weekend. Learn more from the disabled veterans, the "wounded warriors" themselves.
Scientists have identified elevated levels of 5 amino acids in the blood —isoleucine, leucine, valine, tyrosine and phenylalanine— that seemed to predict a future diagnosis of diabetes. High levels of these amino acids were detected up to 12
The National Children’s Book Week Book Swap
Happy Easter!
Half of All States Have Smoke-Free Worksites, Restaurants and Bars. If progress continues all states could be covered by 2020. A study by the CDC found that the the entire nation could have laws banning smoking in all indoor areas of private sector works
Eating too much salt leads to a heightened risk of heart attack and stroke. Most of the salt we eat is hidden away in processed foods. New guidelines suggest we consume no more than a teaspoon a day and even less for those at risk for high blood pressure
I never knew my parents. They were accidentally recycled right after I was first printed
Women & Strokes: women are more likely to die of a stroke and if they survive they are more likely to be more disabled. There is also a gender difference in midlife - women age 45 to 54 are twice as likely to suffer a stroke. Women may experience som
Mother Nature's Child: Growing Outdoors in the Media Age
Dessert with a Doc: Tips to Reduce Acid Reflux
Poll of the day: Did you ever have a crush on a teacher and who was it?
Like to test your knowledge? We are putting up a weekly quiz question on our website's homepage. See if you can correctly answer this week's Weekly Quiz question on falls.
Time to take up video games? A new study in the April edition of Stroke showed that video games such as Wii and Playstation can significantly improve motor function in mild to moderate stroke patients. They were up to five times more likely to show impro
poll qurestion from Maria Polito Mr. Trivia...how come you haven't you asked the biggest Easter question ever?? What part of the chocolate Easter Bunny do you eat first? Polls show 76% will say the ears.
We are expanding-growing. I have no time to sell advertisements and other services&folks really want to run in the paper so I'm looking for an ind. contractor who does not sell but services small businesses. WE DO NOT ALLOW BOX OR CHAIN STORES
Poll of The Day: What is your all time favorite quote and if you know make sure you share who said it
Check it out! Ann Nyberg Promotes the POSITIVE in Connecticut!
So wild - Dee Wallace, the actress who you probably remember as the Mom on ET is following The People's Press on Twitter. What's up with that? Too strange.
LAST LAST REMINDER - The deadline for the Mid-April issue of the paper is TOMMORROW AT 10:00AM. Email me at andy@peoplespressnews.com
You've just been prescribed a new medication. Here are some questions to ask. Can I take a generic medicine? At what time should I take this medication? What are the possible risks and side effects of this medication? Will this medication interact
LAST REMINDER - The deadline for the Mid-April issue of the paper is TOMMORROW AT 9:30am. Email me at andy@peoplespressnews.com
Reminder - deadline for stories, photos, news and events is Monday at 11:59pm.
Environmental Film Series: 11th Hour
Teen Writing Workshop
Here are 31 (Europe Only)of the 92 countries. And one answer included to help you get a chance. Keep in mind every continent had readers.
2nd Chance at winning Circus Tickets! The Early April issue has been read by folks from 92 countries besides the USA. Guess at least 3 of the top 10 Countries that read the paper not including the USA of course. Winners for both the prior contest and
Congratulations to Dr. David Rosenblum for being named a Connecticut Top Doc by CT Magazine!
Online and FB Contest ONLY! Answer the following and get your chance to win tickets! What was P.T. Barnum's most infamous quote and also what was the hoax he pulled off that is his most popular?
It's true - an apple a day can keep the doctor away! A recent study found that eating one or two apples daily appeared to lower levels of cholesterol and two other markers associated with plaques and inflammation in artery walls.
VERY IMPORTANT: Tonight at 6 p.m. the Meriden Finance Committee will hold a public hearing on the city's proposed budget at Lincoln Middle School - Support Education Funding for our Schools.
Have to apologize everyone. I forgot a bunch of expenses. The percentage is actually much higher. Sorry!
Ok be honest and tell me what you think about the interview style. If I'm going to do something I want to be sure that it interests you. So don't hold any punches back.
Unlaunched Voices: An Evening With Walt Whitman
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The People’s Press has DONATED 125% of its Net Proceeds so far in April 2011 via in kind advertising space, web services and more to Non-Profits, Community Fundraisers and more. *This amount does not include the ALWAYS FREE editorial and photos th
Ok this is the rec. from yesterday when they thought I was a senior and gave me the discount but it does not include the extra 10.00 off senior coupon they gave me as well. So of course I had to be honest and esp. since Josh was there but they felt so b
True Story – 3 hr shopping journey w/Joshua @ locallyowned ShopRite – went through the register gave my coupons and the cashier says “I applied your Senior Citizen Discount and you saved $24.00” and then he had to call the manager
Do you know someone who has a communication challenge due to a stroke? A new app called MyVoice enables users to communicate by tapping words and pictures on a screen. With a natural sounding voice, the user selects phrases that change based on the user&
The Greatest Hits of the Civil War: America’s First Professional Songwriters
Early-April is online. Deadline for Mid-April is the 16th. Don't forget to send your Easter Photo Greetings and more!
The Poll is BACK! What is your favorite Easter candy? If you say jellybeans - you have to say what brand. For example - my favorite Jellybean is Starburst Sour with pectin.
It's time for the PPC! Email me if you have a video to share!
Do you think you may have a rotator cuff injury? You may feel pain and tenderness in your shoulder, especially when reaching overhead, reaching behind your back, lifting, pulling or sleeping on the affected side, shoulder weakness, and loss of range of
It's time for the PPC! Email me if you have a video to share!
The Early April Issue is now online at www.peoplespressnews.com ! Also if you have a video you would like to share - check out the website for info on PPC!
Calculate your heart disease risk with this tool from the Mayo Clinic. Heart disease is the number one killer of men and women in the U.S. Many of our patients come to Gaylord with cardiopulmonary (heart and lung) issues that impact their medical conditi
Friday Night Flicks Presents: I Love You Phillip Morris
If multiple sclerosis is affecting you or a loved one, the Multiple Sclerosis Foundation of America has an free lending library of information. And Gaylord's Neurological Rehabilitation program offers the only multiple sclerosis assessment service i
Environmental Film Series: Energy Crossroads
Do you know what an LTACH is? LTACHs serve patients with complex medical needs requiring long-term hospitalization in an acute setting. Many LTACH patients are admitted from short-stay hospital intensive care units with respiratory/ventilator-dependent o
Mario Kart Wii
Dealing with spinal cord injury? In partnership with Boston Medical Center, Gaylord is one of only 14 healthcare organizations in the U.S. that is designated as a Model System of Care for spinal cord injury. Check out SCI Guide which brings together the
Make sure to wear protective head gear when playing sports. Last year, there were an estimated 446,788 sports-related head injuries treated at U.S. hospital emergency rooms and more than 85,000 people were treated for bicycle-related head injuries. Of t
Can Children With Autism Recover?
Sierra said, "Who is that guy talking?" Geeze, Sierra - don't you know your own father's voice? She replied, "Sounds like the Anti-Daddy to me." lol
You can make a difference - please watch and We need your feedback! The NEW People's Press show will be all about YOU - just like the paper! You can share your videos, news and events. You can also be a part of the fun with your own report. Let me k
Stroke Prevention Lecture Series. Please join us on Thursday, April 7 at 6:00, Brooker Lecture Hall to learn about what to watch for and how to safeguard yourself. Stroke is the #1 cause of disability in the U.S. and most are preventable. Come and learn
Why music is good for YOUR child...
BREAKING NEWS from the NEW PEOPLE'S PRESS SHOW! Please broadcast to others.
BREAKING NEWS from the NEW PEOPLE'S PRESS SHOW! Please broadcast to others.
Friday Night Flicks Presents: Yogi Bear
Did you know that female athletes are more prone to ACL injuries? Sports that place demands on the ACL include basketball, soccer, and cheerleading and injuries are up to ten times more common in women than in men. Gaylord physical therapists have specia
A big thank you to all our doctors who help their patients in so many ways. Hope it was a great Doctors Day!
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What can birds teach us about avoiding falls? The lesson for people is that many of us approach icy roads the wrong way. Instead of pushing a foot out in front of us to test the ice as we walk, the better approach is to lift the foot and keep it undernea
Monica de la Torre Poetry Reading
What site is in the top spot of "The 10 Most Visited Health Websites"? a.) NIH b.) WebMD c.) Medicinenet If you need a hint, check out this article for the list of the top 10 sites.
A healthy reminder...know the five warning signs of stroke. Numbness or weakness of the face, arm or leg, especially on one side of the body. Confusion, trouble speaking or understanding. Trouble seeing in one or both eyes. Trouble walking, dizziness, l
Environmental Film Series: Flow, For Love of Water
Hearing other people's stories can help us cope with illness. "Patient Voices" from the New York Times online offers, in an audio/visual interactive format, first person accounts of the changes, challenges and rewards patients face as they
STAR2 Club
The implications of the recent healthcare reform may still be confusing for many of us. If you need more info, watch this entertaining video for an explanation of healthcare reform from the Kaiser Family Foundation.
A recent NIH study has shown that a gene, FOXO3, reduces the body's immune response against a growing cancer. This means that it may be possible to boost immune responses to tumors and prevent immune suppression by targeting this gene either direct
Allergy season is just around the corner. Tree pollen is usually the first to get people sneezing and wheezing. In Connecticut some of the top allergy producing trees are Oak, Birch, Cottonwood, Maple, Hickory, Sycamore, Walnut, Beech, and Elm. How do
Do you know what a physiatrist does? We get this question a lot at Gaylord. Check out the links below for a short video and more info. Do you have other questions? Please let us know! Why see a physiatrist?
Dessert With a Doc: All About Your Thyroid
Want to find trusted resources of health info? Enjoy using tutorials and videos to understand medical topics? Then check out the resources at MedlinePlus including interactive tutorials and anatomy and surgery videos. A little knowledge can go a long way
Italy: A Cultural Journey
World TB Day: About 1/3 of the world's population is infected with Mycobacterium tuberculosis (Mtb) which causes TB. Most people have no symptoms because the bacterium is inactive, but individuals with symptoms of active TB can infect others. Recent
Are you an apple or a pear? For years people who are thick around the middle (apples) have been told they are at higher risk for heart problems than those who collect weight on their hips and backsides (pears). But now a surprising new study has upended
The book "The Longevity Project" notes a new way to think about health: "The most intriguing reason why conscientious people live longer is that having a conscientious personality leads you into healthier situations and relationships... co
Question of the week: How often do you read the nutrition information written on a food container? Always? Sometimes? Never?
Mr. Positive's Video of the Day
Friday Night Flicks Presents: 127 Hours
Cinema Club Presents: The Fighter
Cox Customers - the cable and phone provider says calls to Japan are free until March 31, 2011 (and retroactive to March 11) so long-distance customers can get in touch with loved ones.
A new reason to love your 4 footed friend. Good news for dog walkers. Several studies now show that dogs can be powerful motivators to get people moving. Not only are dog owners more likely to take regular walks, but new research shows that dog walkers
The 2011 Sleep in America® poll by the National Sleep Foundation (NSF) finds pervasive use of communications technology in the hour before bed. The poll found that 43% of Americans between the ages of 13 and 64 say they rarely or never get a good ni
Weather as just posted by Postiveologist Happ Y. News.
Have you seen something inspiring or positive that needs more coverage, or do you have a friend or neighbor who's done something amazing? Call us or email us. We are a little different then other papers - we MAKE GOOD NEWS happen! Isn't that
NEWLY REQUIRED WARNING!
Thursday Night Book Club: American Lightning by Howard Blum
"It's right on the tip of my tongue." Have you already said that today? You know, it's the experience that the memory is right there but for some reason we cannot access it. Studies have shown that about half the time, we become &quo
Did you know that kidney disease can lead to heart disease, and vice versa. The NIH's National Kidney Disease Education Program suggests 10 things you can do to be kind to your kidneys. Topping the list is getting tested for kidney disease if you ha
Just Dance!
Let's get LocalMotivated & share POSITIVE news, stories, photos & more! Enough with the bad news! Let's celebrate the POSITIVE in our lives! Postively email me at andy@peoplespressnews.com
Do you think this statement is true or false? People in loving marriages have lower blood pressure than unmarried people. But unhappily married people have higher blood pressure than both groups.
Escuela Guadalupana de Musica
Can you blame your parents for your back pain? Researchers at the University of Utah completed a study, focusing on people with herniated or degenerating disks. The data showed that having a second-degree relative (aunt, uncle or grandparent) or third-de
Be proactive! The National Patient Safety Foundation (NPSF) is sponsoring National Patient Safety Week, March 6-12. This year's focus is on ways to help patients reduce their risk for readmission and enhance patient and provider communications. Down
Only the best for you and yours!
DON'T JUST WATCH THE WORLD, CHANGE THE WORLD!
Celebrate the Irish With Tom Callinan
Who can't resist the smell of fresh popcorn? A review of the nutritional contents of movie-theater popcorn reveals an alarming amount of fat, salt and calories in even the smallest sizes. A small size contains 11 cups, delivers 670 calories, 550 mil
Friday Night Flicks Presents: Get Low
Do you have a favorite inspirational quote or saying? Please let us know. We would like to create an "inspirational resource" for our staff, patients and their families.
Ibuprofen and Parkinson's disease. New data confirms previous research that regular users of the anti-inflammatory ibuprofen reduced their risk of Parkinson's disease by 27 percent. It appears that ibuprofen may be neuroprotective when it comes
Anime Night
Have you ever had a stitch in your side when running? A new study finds that those who regularly slouched or hunched their backs were more likely to get side stitches, and the poorer their posture, the more severe their stitches. This could also explain
Put on those walking shoes! A new study shows that brisk walking can increase the size of a brain region involved in memory formation. The hippocampus shrinks as part of the normal aging process, contributing to memory loss and dementia risk. Inactive ad
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Last Last Reminder to share some LocalMotivation of your life. It's time for all of us to celebrate what we have and we all have something to celebrate. As my father always told me - "As you think, so shall you become!"
Grandfamilies With Author Gayle Byrne
Psyanky: Ukrainian Easter Egg Decorating
Ann Nyberg The reasoning behind my website is to write about great folks in Connecticut doing POSITIVE things, if we all connect and network with each other this will help all of us move forward. So "LIKE" it alright already and share it.
Author Event: John Pfarr
LAST REMINDER!!!! Deadline for your stories, photos, news and events for our March issue is March 1st at 12pm. Send to andy@peoplespressnews.com.
Question of the week: Without revealing personal health information, what is your biggest health concern or challenge this year? Impact of healthcare reform, changes in insurance, finding the right information for a medical condition, helping aging paren
Deadline for your stories, photos, news and events for our March issue is March 1st at 12pm. Send to andy@peoplespressnews.com.
By now, most of us have heard about Watson, the robot who competed on Jeopardy. Researchers at the University of Maryland are exploring ways to use robots like Watson to assist in the practice of medicine. Are you ready for Watson to join you and your
Friday Night Flicks Presents: You Will Meet a Tall Dark Stranger
Do you hate asking others for help? Many people feel that requesting help potentially shows weakness or they fear rejection. If you want help, just ask. Research studies have shown that people are much more likely to help than you think, and that most pe
totally creative and inspired to do new things lately - wonder what's next?
Did you know that communication patterns change with age? The elderly engage in less small talk and spend more time on storytelling. Older persons refer more frequently to past and present, but refer to the future much less frequently, associated in par
A study conducted by the National Institute of Drug Abuse shows that after 50 min. of cell phone use the brain has an increase in glucose metabolism near the phone's antenna. This isn't necessarily harmful, but it shows that cell phones do have
Deadline for your stories, photos, news and events for our March issue is March 1st at 12pm. Send to andy@peoplespressnews.com.
Printer Press Breakdown - due to our printers presses out of service for 2 weeks in February - all submissions, photos and stories will appear in the March Issue. We have also obtained a back up Printer in case this happens again.
Interesting Discovery: The portion of the brain responsible for visual reading doesn't require vision at all, according to a new study published in Current Biology. Brain imaging studies of blind people as they read words in Braille show activity i
Friday Night Flicks Presents: Megamind
Overdrive Media Console Now Available For iPad
Trying to form a healthy habit? Wondering when a relatively simple habit like eating a piece of fruit each day or taking a 10 minute walk becomes habit? Research suggests it could take us over two months of daily repetitions before the behaviour becomes
According to a new Pew research study, using email and search engines are the most common things people do online. But No. 3 may be more of a surprise—looking for information about health. Most online health info seekers were looking to learn about
Lunch & Learn: Finding Benefits
Researchers have recently found that people who are hard of hearing have increased odds of developing dementia. Those with mild hearing loss, making it hard to follow a conversation in a noisy restaurant, had nearly twice the chance of developing dementi
Some Gaylord number facts: We have 137 beds, over 500 staff, a 500 acre campus, over 40 different programs, 3 main service lines, 1 transitional living house, over 1,500 YouTube channel views, 87 people who like us on FB, and we are 109 years old!
There definitely would be no People’s Press without my wife Dawn. I wanted to call the paper The People’s Post. She Wanted The People's Press. She won. She was the one who reached out to every org., n-profits, city officials and regular
Cinema Club Presents: The Tillman Story
I always hated focuses on me. The reason I post this is a special thanks to Maggie Griffen who owns Venture Out Magazine at theventuremagazine.com . She also writes for local/national newspapers and sites. She took the time to make me blush. Follow her
If you could go back in time - a day, a year, a decade or more - and tell yourself one thing you didn't know then, what would it be?
TRUE STORY - So I'm working with my son Joshua on a school report on Thomas Edison - Did you know he created a Energy/Light Device to communicate with Spirits? Thomas Edison was the ORIGINAL GHOST HUNTER! Josh wants to leave this in his report to sc
Friday Night Flicks Presents: Never Let Me Go
Reptiles and Amphibians
Question of the week: Where do you find yourself singing most often? car, shower, outside, other?
Facebook and Peoples Press Online Subcriber Poll for best LOVE song ever and the winner is Unchained Melody by the Righteous Brothers! Maybe I'm Amazed by Paul McCartney comes in at a close 2nd place.
1.5 HOUR FB Only Contest! In honor of Valentine's Day and the Monster Jam - What monster do you love and why. Email me by 9pm Must be 1 long pararaph and emailed to me here and get a chance of 4 set of 4 tickets for tomorrows show at 2pm at the XL C
Poll Results of Best President: Tie between both Roosevelts and Abraham Lincoln.
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Dealing with a significant health problem? Would you like to connect with other patients and see the treatments they are using? Check out "Patients Like Me" a reputable website filled with information and data. Is this kind of information helpf
Favorite Love Song voted by Nicole from a Dad to his kids from Chitty Chitty Bang Bang with David Gilmour paying tribute to it!
Tempted to text while driving? Please take 10 min. and watch this documentary. A accident can happen in a split second, resulting in death or permanent injury. Its just not worth the risk to text.
A New way to read the paper! Let me know what you think!
Your Home Library: It's Virtual
A 400 lb. block of ice slid off a building in New Haven and crushed my car yesterday. No one was injured. Have you had an interesting "winter experience" this year? Send us your tips for coping with the weather!
Delayed opening Tuesday February 8
Valentine Tea
Raising Readers Parent Clubs
Leeny Del Seamonds: Winter Magic Tales
The deadline for the February 2011 issue of The People's Press is Monday at 10am. Email your free stories, news, events and photos to andy@peoplespressnews.com Hope all is well and that you are ready for another snow storm. Andy
Meditation: Connecting Body, Spirit, and Mind
American Medical News notes,"Two decades of peer-reviewed research on the benefits of laughter and humor in the workplace bear out the conclusion that there are positive effects of injecting levity into the day." What do you do to bring some hu
Important Poll of The Day: Who do you think was the BEST President and why?
Delayed Opening on Wednesday, February 2nd
Wondering about reliable medical websites? CAPHIS, the Consumer and Patient Health Information Section, of the Medical Library Association, offers the "Top 100 List: Health Websites You Can Trust" as a resource.
Library Closing at 4:00 p.m. today, February 1
Program Cancellations
Re-Employment Workshop Rescheduled
The Day is Almost HERE! Punxsutawney Phil AKA: Seer of Seers, Prognosticator of Prognosticators, Weather Predictor Extroidinaire, National Treasure, Most Photographed Pennsylvanian wants you to place your bets for a short or long winter? What say YOU?
Highest Snow Bank Photo Contest! Email me yours for a chance to win Monster Jam Truck or Harlem Globetrotters tickets. Gotta have something in the photo to show how high. email andy@peoplespressnews.com - will be in Feb issue too.
Dessert With a Doc: The Latest Advances in Robotic Surgery
Re-Employment Workshop
Friday Night Flicks Presents: Secretariat
According to the NIH: What is the average winter/holiday weight gain? a.) 5 lbs. b.) 3 lbs. c.) 1 lb. d.) 2 lbs.
New Library Card Policy
Library Closed Today, Thursday, January 27th
Late Opening Thursday, January 27th
Early Closing Wednesday, January 26
Yet another snow storm for New England! Fill in the blank and let us know your thoughts! "My favorite winter activity is ____________________."
Post your photos and messages here and we will put them in the February issue of The People's Press! Don't forget your Valentine Messages!
Rona Leventhal: Family Stories of Light and Laughter
Friday Night Flicks Presents: Inception
Post your photos and messages here and we will put them in the February issue of The People's Press! Don't forget your Valentine Messages!
Wallingford Writers Community
The deadline for our February issue of The People's Press is February 4th. Send a little love someone's way! If you haven't read the current issue of The People's Press YET - YOU SHOULD - visit www.peoplespressnews.com
New Museum Passes
Are you using an iphone or android smartphone? If so, you might be interested in this list of some of the 10 best health and fitness apps for each system.
Cinema Club Presents: The Social Network
Beauty, Peace, & Hope in Afghanistan
Library Closing at 5 p.m..... All programs canceled
For Teens and Parents: SAT Preparation
Anime Night Is Back
We have added a one question weekly quiz feature to our website's homepage. Let us know if you think this is a good idea. We appreciate your feedback.
Library Closed Today
Storm cancellations
Have a Whale of a good time! Join us for the 8th Tip-a-Player Dinner & Sports Carnival on Sunday, January 23rd from 4-7 at the XL Center. Hosted by the CT Whale Hockey Team and presented by Aetna it is a great time for families and fans. For tickets
2011 Early Childhood Education and Information Fair
Do you need more information on the biology and treatment of cancer? CancerQuest is an outstanding website for this information and includes 3D narrated and interactive animations, a quiz feature for self-testing, an illustrated custom dictionary, and mu
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Annual Tree Collection - Department of Public Works
Gaylord is a winner in the GiveGreater Challenge! We had 245 donors give online to the Challenge and won $10,000! We are so grateful for all who gave online and to those who made year-end gifts. Philanthropic support is so important to our mission to pre
Wallingford, CT USA and Wallingford, Oxfordshire England: Forty Years with Our Namesake Town
Friday Night Flicks Presents: Dinner For Schmucks
Deadline for your stories, photos, news and events is this Saturday at 11:00 pm! My email is andy@peoplespressnews.com.
Eshu Bumpus: Stories from Around the World
With the arrival of winter comes participation in many winter sports. If an accident occurs would you know the signs of a brain injury? Check out our Health Tips for more information.
JANUARY DEADLINE ONLY 4 DAYS AWAY!!!! EMAIL ME YOUR PHOTOS, CAUSES, STORIES, NEWS AND MORE - OF COURSE AS ALWAYS IT'S FREE!
Friday Night Flicks Presents: Knight and Day
Now Open Sundays
Important! What local or even national non-profits, organizations or people should The People’s Press help in 2011? As you know we already support so many but your input to help us with our mission is important. There are no wrong answers! Let m
Happy New Year and may it be filled with nothing but Good News!
Happy New Year to you and yours! The deadline for our Jan issue is Friday, Jan 7th! So what do you hope for in the next year, what was good about last year? What do you plan to do this Winter for fun? Just some thoughts for you to consider writing about.
Holiday Closings - New Year's Holiday
Final day in the GiveGreater Challenge. It’s anybody’s game. Gaylord has been moving between positions in the GiveGreater.org Challenge. Seven area nonprofits are aggressively vying for the coveted top prize spots. To win $10,000 or more Ga
One of our patients, Jonathan Sigworth, had an accident at age 19 while visiting India. His 25 min. film "More than Walking" shares the hope that can come from pain. We hope it will be an inspiration as you begin a new year. More than Walking
Family Night: If You Give A...
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Late Opening on Monday, December 27th
Change in Library Hours for Monday, December 27th
Merry Christmas!!! Happy Holidays! Happy Festivus! Happy New Year! Happy Everything! Ok - I think we got it all covered!
It’s amazing and I could not believe it. At many and I mean many locations – the paper was picked up and GONE in 1 day. Also we had a RECORD-BREAKING unique readers in 2 days!!! This is great news as your news, stories, photos and events have
Thank you for being a part of The People's Press in 2010. We look forward to 2011 and serving you even more. The deadline for our January 2011 issue is January 4, 2011. Thanks again for all you do to make a difference! Remember to visit www.peoplesp
1 DAY CONTEST ONLY in honor of Disney on Ice coming to the XL Center. Tell me your favorite Disney Character and get a chance to win tickets to the show!
With the intensity of holiday preparations please don't forget to donate to Gaylord via giveGreater.org. We are holding on to 3rd place but the competition is intense! There are only 10 days left to donate to the challenge. Every gift matters so ple
If you didn't hear already the Holiday Magic 2010 issue of the People's Press is now online at www.peoplespressnews.com
Abracadabra! Magic with Chick Kelman
Soon To Be Smoke Free
REMINDER TO SEND YOUR HOLIDAY PHOTO WISHES, STORIES AND MORE BY SATURDAY AT 9AM. I CAN EVEN GRAB THE PHOTOS THAT YOU WANT FROM FACEBOOK OR EMAIL ME at andy@peoplespressnews.com
REMINDER TO SEND YOUR HOLIDAY PHOTO WISHES, STORIES AND MORE BY SATURDAY AT 9AM. I CAN EVEN GRAB THE PHOTOS THAT YOU WANT FROM FACEBOOK OR EMAIL ME at andy@peoplespressnews.com
Meriden Skating Rink Opens Tonight!
Once Banned, Now Classic Book Discussion
Are you feeling the "holiday" stress starting to build? And who isn't? Watch a short video and read some quick articles on holiday stress reduction from WebMD. The goal: play more and stress less.
Get e-Books and Audio Books on Your Smartphone
The People's Press December 2010 issue is now online at www.peoplespressnews.com Don't forget the deadline for our Holiday Magic issue is this Friday at 11pm. Email andy@peoplespressnews.com
Friday Night Flicks Presents: The Other Guys
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We are making progress and have now moved into 3rd place on GiveGreater.org. We currently need 88 more donors to get to 1st place. Wondering just what the Challenge is? Watch this video by Tara Knapp. Thank you for your support - it means so much!
Residential Assessment Notices - Informal Hearing Option
Cinema Club Presents: The White Ribbon
We did it! We moved from 5th to 4th place on GiveGreater.org since this morning. Gaylord needs 97 more to get to 1st place and win $20,000 from the GiveGreater Challenge. Sign on now at www.givegreater.org and make your gift today!
Garden Club Tea
The race is on! Gaylord is in 5th place on the giveGreater.org Leader Board. We need 4 more people to make a gift of $50 on line at www.givegreater.org to take over 4th place and 97 donors to take 1st place and win $20,000 from the Community Foundation
Central Connecticut Civic Youth Orchestra
Friday Night Flicks Presents: Shrek Forever After
Beautiful Voices, Beautiful Holiday Music
Get ready to Zumba--thanks to our Wellness Council and the enthusiasm of one member who is also a certified instructor! See how the free demo class went over last night.
New Time for Eat, Pray, Love
Gaylord employees are "getting fresh" with fruit! So far, 169 employees have taken the Fresh Fruit Challenge sponsored by Connecticare to help you eat the right amount of fruit each day as part of a healthy diet. It's a 4-week program tha
The Cleveland Clinic recently published its list of the "Top 10 Medical Innovations for 2011." What health issue do you think is addressed in the #1 spot? Click the link below for the list and/or to download a pdf.
WWC: Wallingford Writers Community
Friday Night Flicks Presents: Eat, Pray, Love
People's Press Deadline Reminder - The first December issue of The People's Press deadline is Thursday at 10pm. Don't forget to send some wonderful seasonal photos or stories or whatever you would like to send!
DJ Hero
PLEASE support your locally owned businesses when holiday shopping this year! They offer better service, better prices and they are committed to our communities. In other words don't get mawed by the malls or chain stores.
Happy Thanksgiving from our family to yours. May it be filled with laughter, graditude and most of all good news!
It's the season for GRATITUDE! Please tell us what you are thankful for - family, friends, a job, health - whatever is important to you. Post the things you are grateful for as a comment below. Your thoughts may inspire and encourage others!
Happy Hanukkah Program
Cinema Club in December
A healthy weight is one component of a healthy lifestyle. But for many of us celebrating the holiday season can result in a few extra pounds. As you head into this season of feasting it may be helpful to know your personal BMI. Click the link below to ca
Gaylord is in 4th place on the GiveGreater Leader Board! We need 96 donors to take the lead and win a $20,000 grant from the Community Foundation for Greater New Haven. Log on now to www.givegreater.org to make a difference today!
Once Banned, Now Classic Book Discussion: The Awakening
You can now easily see our videos on YouTube by clicking the tab above. We will be adding new videos so please check back regularly.
Gala Reception for Bobbie Borne, Head of Teen Services
November is COPD Awareness Month. If you or someone you know is living with COPD the American Lung Association has a Toolkit to help in managing the disease. Check out the link below to access the toolkit and be sure to talk with your physician.
Family Game Night Unplugged
There will be 2 issues in December - don't forget to send you holiday photo wishes for the second one as well.
Due to a wonderful virus - the paper was delayed but is now online at www.peoplespressnews.com
Thanksgiving Tea
Did you know that the Nat'l Institutes of Health (NIH) offers hundreds of informative podcasts that you can download or listen to via your computer? Go to the link below and click "NIH Research Radio Archive" on the left of the page. Happy
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Holiday Closing
Friday Night Flicks Presents: The Kids Are All Right
We've just sent our first issue of Gaylord's general e-newsletter with information about our drawing for a set of sound cancelling head phones worth $100. If you would like to receive our newsletter and be entered in the drawing - simply sign u
Dessert With a Doc: Better Breathing With COPD
Cinema Club Presents: Winter's Bone
Reminder on Clearing Sidewalks of Snow and Ice
Local Charities YOU CAN HELP this holiday season.
Friday Night Flicks Presents: Toy Story 3
Best Books For Kids
Author Event: Christine Whitehead
Friday Night Flicks Canceled on November 5th
Holiday Closing
THE YEARN TO LEARN PROGRAM. New for kids!
Compost Center Open 6 Days/Week
Bagged Leaves Collection - Begins November 22
Consumer Reports Online Edition Now Available
The Missing Link in Retirement Planning: Why and When To Consider Long-Term Care Insurance
Friday Night Flicks Presents: Charlie St. Cloud
Who wouldn't laugh at a bunch of adults dressed as a box of Crayola 64? Gaylord doctors, therapists and staff paraded through the hospital's units for the annual Halloween parade, bringing smiles to patients and their families. See it for your
Caught the UCONN HUSKIES Girls Basketball Team enjoying the Trail of Terror tonight. They loved it and so did my kids. Wayne and the gang have outdid themselves again. Visit http://www.trailofterror.com/ for all of the fun.
Friday Night Flicks Presents: How To Train Your Dragon
Wallingford Candidates Forum Series Scheduled for Local Telecast
Cesar Millan, National Geographic's Dog Whisperer, made a presentation at Ben Franklin School in Meriden today launching his education program The Mutt-i-grees Curriculum. A wonderful, down to earth guy with a wonderful program for kids. Look for t
Simultaneous Chess Exhibition
Annual Meeting Featuring "Ladies First: A One-Woman Portrayal of First Ladies"
Wallingford Writers' Community
Friday Night Flicks Presents: Young Frankenstein
Holiday Closings - Thanksgiving Holiday
Cinema Club Presents: The Secret in Their Eyes
Midnight Tales of Enchantment
Friday Night Flicks Presents: The Karate Kid
Four Trees Needed for Holiday Season
Holiday Closing - Columbus Day
A look back - our very first issue cover from October 2000
Ahhh, they smell so good and they are good for your soul! New People's Press Candles for Contests and to benefit Non-Profits. Scents shown here are Wisteria, Mulberry, Rain Forest, lime and Cherry Blossom.
Wally G. Harper has joined Gaylord as Vice President of Human Resources. He most recently served as Assistant Vice President of Human Resources for Rushford Center, Inc., a not-for-profit behavioral health care agency in Meriden, CT.
Join internationally-recognized sleep expert, Dr. Meir Kryger, for an evening discussion on "Women, Menopause and the Pursuit of a Good Night's Sleep," tonight at 7 p.m. in the Brooker Lecture Hall at Gaylord Hospital, Wallingford. This f
Join internationally-recognized sleep expert, Dr. Meir Kryger, for an evening discussion on "Women, Menopause and the Pursuit of a Good Night's Sleep," tonight at 7 p.m. in the Brooker Lecture Hall at Gaylord Hospital, Wallingford. This f
A look back - our very first issue cover from October 2000
Ahhh, they smell so good and they are good for your soul! New People's Press Candles for Contests and to benefit Non-Profits. Scents shown here are Wisteria, Mulberry, Rain Forest, lime and Cherry Blossom.
Wally G. Harper has joined Gaylord as Vice President of Human Resources. He most recently served as Assistant Vice President of Human Resources for Rushford Center, Inc., a not-for-profit behavioral health care agency in Meriden, CT.
HazWaste Central will soon CLOSE for the Season
Author Event: Vin Femia - Patriot Pride
Flu Clinic and Pneumonia Vaccines - October 23 and 25
Take a Free Online Class (or Two or Three)
Friday Night Flicks Presents: Babies
Holiday Closing
Wallingford Youth Chess Club
Hauntings in Connecticut: An Evening with Lorraine Warren
A few of our covers from over the years.
A look back - our very first issue cover from October 2000
Ahhh, they smell so good and they are good for your soul! New People's Press Candles for Conte
Friday Night Flicks Presents: Iron Man 2
Public Safety Notice
Fire Safety Program
Friday Night Flicks Presents: Robin Hood
Employees make Gaylord the great place it is for patients and their families. Gaylord celebrated i
Dessert With a Doc
Author Event: Christine M. Whitehead
Author Event: Allan G. Johnson
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Easy Editing for Announcements and Acitivites
Friday Night Flicks Presents: Letters To Juliet
Thursday Night Book Club: Invisible Mountain
Every day we see and treat patients who are dealing with a wide range of diagnoses. Some illnesses
Wally G. Harper has joined Gaylord as Vice President of Human Resources. He most recently served as
Tremendous camaraderie and fantastic weather greeted disabled veterans and their families for Gaylo
Interested in the Wounded Warrior Disabled Sports program? Listen to Todd Munn, coordinator of the
Join internationally-recognized sleep expert, Dr. Meir Kryger, for an evening discussion on "W
Now Open Saturdays
Author Event: Karen Olson
Friday Night Flicks Presents: The Ghost Writer
New Museum Pass
Holiday Closing
Fri. Night Flicks Presents: Why Did I Get Married Too?
Fri. Night Flicks: The Back-up Plan
Receive Library Notices Via Text Messaging
Couponing Class
Friday Night Flicks Presents: Diary of a Wimpy Kid
New Online Resource for Genealogists
Elements of Style: Novel Writing Workshop
Monarch Magic
Author Event: Jelle Zeilinga de Boer
Official Polling Places - Democratic and Republican Primaries
Take a Tour of the Expanded Library
Friday Night Flicks Presents: Date Night
Teens Vs. Seniors Wii Bowling Tournament
How To Succeed and Have Fun in College
Cinema Club Presents: Summer Hours
Friday Night Flicks Presents: The Runaways
Now Accepting Donations
Ancestors Revealed: A Genealogy Program
Government Channel Program Schedule - Week of August 2
Registrars of Voters - Registration Session
Wallingford stories
In March - Remix Scheduled and PSA
Six Mondays starting April 5th - Community Connections
We make TV on Monday...
Replay Schedule - OnTheParadeGround
Local Publicity for our show - more importantly our stories
More Making A Difference Shows
Inaugural - VideoCast March 10
Scheduling - additional times next week
Telecast Schedule: Mon thru Friday @ 6:30 PM
The series is over but the tasks are not
Sustaining the Public Voice: PEGPETIA
Our Volunteer Team and the WPAA-TV Board...
Xploring Community from Behind the Lens-July 9th 2009
Community Links: ParadeGround 21st Century
July - Global Volunteers from Wallingford
Kiwanis Club Of Wallingford
Community Producing - cablecasting July & August
While I am away---open invitation to guest host
A civic conversation program - a gap exists
2010 - kickstart being planned
literally and figuratively working on Community Building
Summer Health & Wellness Fair
Registrars of Voters - Machine Tenders Needed
Twilight Tunes - Summer Music Series
Lights Up at WPAA-TV: Chris Olhmann is making it possible
Real Estate and Personal Property Taxes Due
Annual Water Main Flushing - Begins During June
Community and Mental Health Assistance Programs in Wallingford
Annual Bicycle Rodeo Scheduled by Police Department
Registrars of Voters - Primary Election Information
Connecticut Small Businesses Honored
HazWaste Central - Open Saturdays
Road Closure - North Elm Street - Sunday, June 6
Renter's Rebate Program - Application Period Underway
NAA Applications Due May 28, 2010
Sidewalk Clearing Reminder
Parking Ban Ordinance Information
Tax Payments: Second Installment and Supplemental Motor Vehicle
Update on H1N1 Influenza Vaccines
Considering a Renewable Energy Project Such as Solar?
Do You Know Who Owns the Wires From the Pole to Your House?
Homeowner's Tax Relief and Tax Deferral Programs
COMPOST CENTER will REOPEN MARCH 18
Government Channel Program Schedule - Week of March 8
Government Channel Program Schedule - Week of March 15
Holiday Closing - Good Friday
Job Hunting?
Senior Permits for Delivery of Household Trash to Wallingford Disposal Site
Revaluation Project - Appraisal of Real Estate
Spring Clean Up Schedule - Begins April 19
Report a Failed Street Light
Electric Division Updates Its Home Energy Savings Program
Electric Division Suspends $75 Co-pay Requirement on Home Energy Savings Program
Electric Division Offers Full List of Renewable Energy Incentive Programs
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!
Romeo And Juliet
Love Cures Cancer
Holiday Gift Guide And Party Ideas From Edible Arrangements
Babysitting courses available in Massachusetts, Connecticut and Rhode Island with CPR and First Aid
7th Annual Student Playwriting Festival
Race to Cub Scouting! It's fun in every turn!
Wallingford CT Easter Egg Parades and Easter Egg Hunts
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