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Simplified heart-risk guideline may miscalculate risk for millions

A method that is widely used to predict the risk of a major coronary event may over- or underestimate risk for millions of Americans, according to a study directed by a researcher at the San Francisco VA Medical Center and the University of California, San Francisco.

Loans, grants available to assist rural communities

BISBEE â” When one thinks of the U.S. Department of Agriculture, what normally comes to mind is a government entity that supports agriculture, handles food recalls and approves medications. But, there is far more this department does to help rural counties and citizens through the USDA Rural Development program in ways that are mostly unknown.

Step up, learn how to be financially responsible

As we continue to assign blame for this county's economic mess, perhaps it would do us well to look in the mirror. Then ask yourself if you helped push this country into the recession.

Should bullfighting be banned?

Catalonia has voted to outlaw the traditional sport. What will this mean?

Sassy Soiree sashays into events center

Fashion mavens near and far can mark their calendars for the seventh annual Sassy Soiree, the largest fundraiser of the year for the Douglas/Elbert Task Force.