Skin Cancer and the Runner

Posted on November 28, 2006 by Michele Cheplic

I grew up in Hawaii baking on white and black sand beaches. When it comes to skin cancer I can either be considered an “expert”… or a potential victim. (The latter obviously begets the former.) Nowadays I actively search out any and all new information regarding skin cancer (cancer in general) and recently stumbled upon a new report in the Archives of Dermatology, which addressed skin cancer and its relationship to people who run marathons. Considering I run marathons and have spent the past 8 years trying to undo (not possible) the effects of—GASP—slathering baby oil on my skin prior … Continue reading →

2006 Best Infant and Preschool Toys

Posted on November 21, 2006 by Teresa McEntire

Buying Christmas presents can be a challenge. So why not start with the top toys chosen by leading toy experts of the Toy Industry Association. Here are this year’s winner and nominees in the infant and preschool toy division. Weebles Weebly Wobbly Treehouse Cost: $40-45 Manufacturer: Playskool This year’s winner was the Weebles Weebly Wobbly Treehouse. It is a tree house that comes with its own weebles. Providing them an amazing place to play. The weebles can slide down the slide, visit the crow’s nest, or take a ride in the water wheel. As the wheel turns faster the music … Continue reading →