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Terri Thompson-Sayler had already decided to make some changes in her life before she learned she'd been chosen as winner of the "Change Your Life" Pineywoods Makeover. Having an assist from a team of professionals, of course, has certainly made it easier. .
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According to the British medical journal The Lancet, heartburn is pretty common. In fact, 25 percent of Americans report experiencing heartburn at least once a month, 12 percent at least once per week and 5 percent daily. So what is heart burn? And what about gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)? Well, here's a guide to provide a bit more understanding of that burning sensation in your chest. .
Coverage of weight-loss surgery shelved for more study
Genevieve Winegar, 23, says "without a doubt" gastric-bypass surgery saved her life. After she underwent the procedure in 2002, the 5-foot-9-inch Winegar lost 200 of her 348 pounds.
"I was an obese child, an obese teen," said Winegar, who had suffered diseases such as acid reflux and was so depressed she thought of suicide. Now, she says she's happy and healthy.
The idea of covering the costly surgery was discussed Wednesday by members of the House's Workforce Services Committee, who opted for further study of the issue this year.
Committee members raised questions about the cost to the state, whether the requirement would raise insurance costs in general, and the risks involved with such surgeries.
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Schottenheimer stands by his game decisions
Members of the Professional Football Writers of America and Pro Football Weekly voted Tomlinson the league MVP. Tomlinson, Merriman, Antonio Gates and Jamal Williams were voted to the All-NFL team, and tackle Marcus McNeill was selected to the All-Rookie team. Jay Posner: (619) 293-1834; jay.posner@uniontrib.com .
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