Lancaster County, PA

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Fans of Frisco's Chicken were left reeling as the beloved Peruvian-style eatery announced the closure of all its locations in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. The chain, known for its delicious food and strong community values, posted a heartfelt note on its doors, informing customers of the devastating news.

Favorite Chicken Chain Suddenly Closes All Stores, Heartfelt Message Found on Doors

North Carolina State

Durham, NC

Town Talks

A popular Triangle restaurant is closing another one of its locations. Beyu Caffé shared on social media it is shutting down its Boxyard RTP location. This comes weeks after closing its downtown Durham restaurant.

Popular North Carolina restaurant announces closure of another one of its locations

Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) occurs when a blood clot forms in a deep vein, typically in the legs. Treating a DVT is crucial, as the clot can break loose from the affected vein, move through the bloodstream to the heart, and lodge itself within the lung's main artery. This complication—what's known as pulmonary embolism—can be fatal.

How to Dissolve Blood Clots in Legs

Metformin, a medication commonly used to treat type 2 diabetes, helps the body regulate sugar in the bloodstream. Part of the class of drugs known as biguanides, metformin reduces the amount of sugar you absorb from food and the amount produced by the liver. Metformin also impacts the way the body will respond to insulin, the natural substance that regulates blood sugar levels.

Diabetes Drug Metformin Investigated for Cancer Prevention Use

We're headed into the third week of Social Security Disability Insurance payments for the month of July. If you're expecting a payment this week or aren't sure what week you should expect a check, we'll break it down below for you. If you still haven't received your June SSDI check, here's what you can do.

SSDI July 2024: Here's When You Can Expect Your Check

Never quite sure what you should set your thermostat to? Don't leave it on whatever your partner or your family suggests. Stay smart and track the temperatures outside, and set your temperatures accordingly. You can keep cool in the summer heat without spending an arm and a leg – or battling for control of thermostat with your family.

Cut Your Energy Bills in Half Using This Thermostat Setting

Texas State

A Texas woman has filed a product liability lawsuit over the Torax LINX acid reflux device, indicating that the esophageal implant placed in her body to treat gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) was defective and failed, causing a resurgence of her symptoms, and the need for additional revision surgery to remove device.

Lawsuit Alleges Recalled Torax LINX Failed, Resulting in Surgical Removal of Acid Reflux Device

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Managing blood sugar levels is crucial for overall health, especially for those diagnosed with diabetes or prediabetes. High blood sugar can lead to various complications; however, with the right strategies, you can keep it under control. This article will guide you through effective ways to manage your blood sugar levels, offering practical tips and insights to help you stay healthy.

How to get your blood sugar level under control

Findings highlight an increased risk of diabetes, MASLD, and cardiovascular disease in patients with PCOS, with risk varying by PCOS phenotype. Patients with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) may face an increased risk of metabolic and cardiovascular disease, according to findings from a recent study.1. Results showed a previous PCOS diagnosis...

Hyperandrogenism Linked to Increased Risk of MASLD in PCOS

Emotional aspects of diabetes are not as easy to “count” as blood sugar or carbohydrate intake. About 30 percent of people with diabetes experience significant emotional distress related to their condition. While underutilized, there are several resources available to support emotional aspects of diabetes care. This post was...

The Emotional Side of Diabetes

Kentucky State

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Northern Kentucky Tribune

Kentucky’s Community Actions Partnerships have announced the starts date for the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) Summer Subsidy, aimed at helping Kentucky households offset summer cooling costs.

LIHEAP Summer Subsidy program to help with summer cooling costs to begin enrollment July 16

Chicago, IL

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Shortly before 3 AM, people in the Chicago area may have felt their houses shake as a 3.4-magnitude earthquake occurred about 60 miles west of the city. (CHICAGO) The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported a 3.4-magnitude earthquake around Somonauk, IL. Somonauk is in DeKalb and LaSalle Counties, 64 miles west of Chicago.

Did You Feel the Earthquake?

(HealthDay News) — Glucose lowering by metformin is greater when given before enteral glucose among patients with type 2 diabetes controlled by metformin monotherapy, according to a study recently published in Diabetologia. Cong Xie, PhD, from the University of Adelaide in Australia, and colleagues studied 16 participants with type...

Timing of metformin important in metformin-treated type 2 diabetes

Swollen feet and ankles can be an early warning sign of diabetes-related health issues. Diabetes, a chronic condition characterized by high blood sugar levels, can lead to a variety of complications if not managed properly. One of these complications is edema, which is the medical term for swelling caused by excess fluid trapped in the body’s tissues. This article explores how diabetes contributes to swollen feet and ankles and offers insights into managing and preventing this condition.

Swollen feet and ankles linked to diabetes

You probably know that Amazon Prime Day is kicking off on July 16 and 17. You may not realize that you can shop the event while still supporting local businesses -- if you’re patient. Amazon makes it easy to find practically anything you’re looking for. This ecommerce site can...

Shop Small This Prime Day: How to Spot Small Business Deals on Amazon

Hypertension (high blood pressure) is divided into stages based on the severity of the condition. These stages include elevated, stage 1, stage 2, and hypertensive crisis. Doctors stage hypertension based on the severity of the reading. Healthcare professionals test blood pressure as part of routine care. People can also monitor...

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We've rounded up the biggest sales during Best Buy's Black Friday in July promo. Here's what you need to know.

Best Buy's Anti-Prime Event: 35 'Black Friday in July' Deals You Don't Want to Miss

Amazon Prime Day is coming up tomorrow, but the savings have already started. Other retailers like Best Buy and Walmart are also getting in on the action, and some are even offering deeper discounts than Amazon. Best Buy's sale includes a discount of up to $250 on our favorite TV in 2024. The TCL QM8, which takes the top spot due to its picture quality and relative value, has dropped to an even more affordable price than usual, with the 75-inch model falling to $1,500. That's $200 off the list price. You can also save $250 on the massive 98-inch version. It's our top pick of the best TVs on the market, and the discount makes this the perfect time to get this TV. Act fast if you want to take advantage of this deal, though, as we don't know how long it will last.

Our Favorite TV of 2024 Is on Sale for Up to $250 Off at Best Buy With This Anti-Prime Day Deal

We know that folks are likely all about Amazon Prime Day this week, but rivals such as Walmart, Target and Best Buy are offering alternatives that shouldn't be dismissed. While Walmart's official Walmart Deals event ended on July 11, some deals are still hanging on. With early deals at Amazon already rolling in, we anticipate seeing more of these "anti-Prime Day" sales happening at various competitor sites.

Walmart Anti-Prime Day Deals Bonanza: Huge Savings on Tech Devices, Home Appliances, Outdoor Equipment and More

California State

Alameda Post

California regulators just stopped AT&T from pulling the plug. California’s Public Utilities Commission on June 20 rejected AT&T’s application to stop providing landlines and other services in areas where there is no other option.

Still Need Your Landline?

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Blood Sugar Tracking Heats Up: FDA Clears 2 New Monitors, Another to Roll Out This Summer

As far as our body's energy needs are concerned, blood sugar is as sweet as it sounds. While people with diabetes need to monitor its levels...

Blood Sugar Tracking Heats Up: FDA Clears 2 New Monitors, Another to Roll Out This Summer

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