Health

Remembering former WAFF reporter Susie Edwards

Submitted by Anonymous on Wednesday, December 29th, 2:30 pm

Former WAFF 48 News reporter Susie Edwards lost her battle to liver cancer and has passed away.

The 34-year-old was at her home in Rainbow city with her mother and a hospice nurse when she died at 2:00 a.m.

The Gadsden native worked several years in the Huntsville TV market. She left the Rocket City in 2007 to move to Louisiana to work at WWL in New Orleans.

Shortly before Thanksgiving in 2009, she experienced intense pain in her left shoulder and chest that felt like a heart attack.

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$55 million bonus for Medicaid program

Submitted by Anonymous on Monday, December 27th, 2:24 pm

Alabama is getting $55 million from the Federal government for its Medicaid program.

The state will receive the money as a performance bonus for its work enrolling young people in its "all kids health insurance program."

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Assist elderly and people with disabilities during winter weather

Submitted by Anonymous on Tuesday, December 14th, 1:22 pm

As a Winter Weather Advisory is in effect for potential ice and snow through Wednesday, December 15th, the Huntsville-Madison County Emergency Management Agency and the Madison-Marshall chapter of the American Red Cross want to remind ALL North Alabama citizens to take precautionary measures to ensure the safety of their loved ones and neighbors who may be senior citizens and those with disabilities.

1. Make sure your neighbors and loved ones have adequate heating sources for their homes.
2. For those who rely on medical equipment, make sure they have a backup. (ex: oxygen, dialysis, insulin, etc).
3. Make sure you have an adequate supply of medications BEFORE winter weather arrives.
4. Make arrangements for transportation, if needed, BEFORE winter weather arrives (read: today or tonight).
5. Have fresh water supply in your homes in case pipes freeze or tap water is unavailable.
6. Keep extra blankets and sleeping bags accessible in case of power outage.

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Great American smokeout

Submitted by Anonymous on Wednesday, November 17th, 5:46 pm

The American Cancer Society is marking the 35th Great American Smokeout on November 18th by encouraging smokers to use the date to make a plan to quit, or to plan in advance and quit smoking that day.

By doing so, smokers will be taking an important step towards a healthier life – one that can lead to reducing cancer risk. To have the best chance of quitting successfully, you need to know what you're up against, what your options are, and where to go for help.

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Last Chance to sign up For the 7th Annual Liz Hurley Ribbon Run

Submitted by Anonymous on Friday, October 15th, 2:16 pm

Saturday, October 16th is the 7th annual Liz Hurley Ribbon Run. The men's 5K starts at 8am, the women's 5K at 9, and the survivors walk at 10am. You can find the map and all the details on the ribbon run by clicking here. The final chance for registration is tonight at Huntsville Middle School from 5 to 7pm. There will be a spaghetti supper for registered participants, a memorial, and a tribute luminary display. We hope you'll join tonight and tomorrow.

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Enjoy the North Alabama Outdoors

Submitted by Anonymous on Tuesday, October 12th, 11:00 am

North Alabama is the perfect place to get outside and take a hike this fall. With more than 16 hiking trails that provide 130 miles of adventure, North Alabama has a hiking trail with your name on it.

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Alabama K-8 Schools Celebrate Walk to School Day

Submitted by Anonymous on Thursday, September 30th, 10:39 am

Students in Alabama schools in grades K-8 will be joining students from around the world in celebrating International Walk to School Day on October 6th.

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