Reach Thousands of People in the Asheboro Area - Promote Your Group!

Promote Your Business: Advertise Here

Asheboro News and Announcements

Asheboro, NC > Asheboro News & Announcements

All Categories

Knee replacement may mean longer, healthier life for people with osteoarthritis

In a study of people with osteoarthritis, those who had knee replacement surgery had a lower risk of heart failure and mortality than those who did not have the surgery.

AmericanTowns Heroes: Ariana Hargis is a Real Livesaver

Ariana Hargis is the kind of lifeguard you want on duty when your loved ones are in the pool. She's a quick-thinking, focused professional with eyes in the back of her head. When...

New immunization schedules advise HPV vaccine for boys

from:Randolph Hospital

The 2012 immunization schedules for children and adolescents contain three major changes, including a recommendation that boys routinely get the vaccine for human papillomavirus...

Middle-aged heart risks dramatically increase chance of heart attack, stroke

from:Randolph Hospital

Having two or more cardiovascular risk factors in middle-age increases a person's risk for having and dying from a heart attack or stroke by age 80, according to a study.

Carpooling parents inconsistent with booster seats, survey finds

from:Randolph Hospital

A nationally representative survey of parents of 4- to 8-year olds shows that parents don't always follow recommended safety guidelines when their kids carpool.

Many adults with rheumatoid arthritis are inactive

from:Randolph Hospital

Two out of every five people with rheumatoid arthritis don’t exercise regularly, even though doing so could help them cope with their condition and boost their overall...

Breast, colorectal and cervical cancer screening rates too low

from:Randolph Hospital

The number of Americans getting key cancer screening tests falls below national targets, with screening rates lower for Asian and Hispanic Americans than for other adults,...

Dietary cholesterol, animal fat linked to gestational diabetes

from:Randolph Hospital

Cutting back on saturated fat and cholesterol might help women avoid being diagnosed with diabetes during pregnancy, a study suggests.

OB-GYNs urged to screen for relationship violence, abuse

from:Randolph Hospital

About 1 in every 4 women in the U.S. has been physically or sexually abused by a current or past partner, according to the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists.

Mental exercise may limit protein linked to Alzheimer's disease

from:Randolph Hospital

The tendency to engage in mentally stimulating activities is probably related to a variety of lifestyle practices that may lower Alzheimer’s risk, researchers said.

Leg, foot amputations decline in people with diabetes

from:Randolph Hospital

Between 1996 and 2008, leg and foot amputations dropped by 65 percent among U.S. adults 40 years of age and older who have been diagnosed with diabetes.

Parental involvement can help obese kids slim down

from:Randolph Hospital

A new scientific statement identifies steps parents can take to help obese kids successfully lose weight.

Sex is safe for most people with heart disease

from:Randolph Hospital

Most people with stable heart disease can have sex—although they should talk with a doctor before resuming sex after their initial diagnosis.

Women with normal bone density can delay their next test, study suggests

from:Randolph Hospital

Women who have normal bone density tests at age 67 don't need screening again for another 15 years, according to a study.

Sunscreen use drops when kids reach adolescence

from:Randolph Hospital

As they become teenagers, many kids stop using sunscreen regularly, a study suggests.

Prehypertension puts men at risk for heart rhythm disorder

from:Randolph Hospital

Middle-aged men who have upper-normal blood pressure, or prehypertension, are at increased risk for a dangerous heart rhythm disorder known as atrial fibrillation later in life,...

Listen up: Wearing headphones can put pedestrians at risk

from:Randolph Hospital

Wearing headphones may distract pedestrians and keep them from hearing horns sounded by oncoming trains or automobiles.

Obesity rates in U.S. plateau, but remain high

from:Randolph Hospital

More than one-third of adults and nearly 17 percent of children were obese in 2009-2010.

Are we stressed? National survey says yes

from:Randolph Hospital

Caregiving and chronic conditions such as depression and obesity add to stress, according to a report from the American Psychological Association.

Obesity surgery: Study suggests gastric bypass is superior to gastric banding

from:Randolph Hospital

Roux-en-Y gastric bypass surgery may help obese people lose weight more quickly and keep it off better than gastric banding procedures, according to a study.

New guidelines emphasize the community's role in cancer prevention

from:Randolph Hospital

The new guidelines call for public, private and community organizations to work together to bring about changes at national, state and local levels that will help people follow...

Drug may help gout patients stick to long-tem therapy

from:Randolph Hospital

Adding the drug rilonacept (brand name Arcalyst) to gout treatment can help limit painful flare-ups, a study suggests.

One in six Americans binge drinks

from:Randolph Hospital

One in six Americans reported binge drinking at least once in 2010, and about 17 percent said they did so an average of four times per month.

Losing a loved one can raise heart attack risk

from:Randolph Hospital

Stress brought on by intense grief can increase heart rate, blood pressure and blood clotting, which can increase the risk of heart attack.

Children's acetaminophen: Stay safe, know the dose

from:Randolph Hospital

Tips to help make sure your child doesn't get too much.

Writing about values helps women lose weight, study suggests

from:Randolph Hospital

Women who write about their most important values are more likely to lose weight over the next few months than women who do not, according to a small study.

Weight-loss surgery may lower risk of heart problems

from:Randolph Hospital

A study has linked bariatric surgery to a lower long-term risk of cardiovascular death, heart attack and stroke.

Blogging may help teens cope with social distress

from:Randolph Hospital

Writing a blog may be even more beneficial for distressed teens than keeping a traditional, private diary, research suggests.

Poisoning now top cause of injury death-drugs usually to blame

from:Randolph Hospital

The percentage of poisoning deaths caused by drugs in 2008 (89 percent) represents a significant jump from 1980, when drugs accounted for about 56 percent of all U.S....

Start your Search for Volunteer Opportunities in Asheboro, North Carolina with AmericanTowns Asheboro Volunteer Guide!

On behalf of non-profit groups and organizers all over Randolph County, AmericanTowns would like to invite all of you to join in on making a difference. Seize today and...

AmericanTowns PR Tool: Getting publicity for your Asheboro organization has never been easier

If your nonprofit group in Asheboro is looking to let the community know about an upcoming event, activity or initiative, our PR Tool is here to help! Here's how it works: when...

Weekend Activities in and around Asheboro

Give yourself a Time Out this week and treat yourself to a day out on the town. Whether you're in the mood to do some shopping, house hunting, catch a movie or just enjoy...

Eat Local! Great Resources in the Asheboro area

What’s one small change that 1) significantly improves your health 2) helps the environment 3) boosts North Carolina’s economy and 4) helps you win the lottery (OK, so we made...

Winning the Real Estate Game in Asheboro in a Tough Market

Purchasing a home in North Carolina is one of the best investments you can make; but like so much else in life, timing is everything. ...

Asheboro in the Running to Win $50,000!

We Hear You America Campaign · Local communities across America vote for their...

An Invitation to our Asheboro Community: BLOG ON!

Since this site is all about Asheboro, we’d like to get the unique perspectives of local bloggers. If you’ve been blogging, great – send your name, email and a link to your...

Teen smoking, alcohol use down, marijuana use up survey shows

from:Randolph Hospital

The numbers of U.S. teens who smoke cigarettes or drink alcohol are the lowest they’ve been in nearly 40 years results from a national survey suggest—but the news...

Antioxidants help women avoid strokes, study suggests

from:Randolph Hospital

Even women who already have cardiovascular disease appear to benefit from antioxidants, according to a study.

AmericanTowns Heroes: Brandon Rohlwing Helps Teens Get Through Tough Times

Brandon Rohlwing was feeling pretty low when he stumbled upon the website ReachOut offering support to anyone questioning the meaning in life. The information he found helped give...

Diabetes, obesity each raise breast cancer risk for women, study says

from:Randolph Hospital

Women who have diabetes and those who carry extra weight after their 60th birthday may be at greater risk for breast cancer, according to a study conducted in Sweden.

Eating fish may help young women avoid heart disease

from:Randolph Hospital

The fish eaten most often by women in the study were herring, mackerel, cod and salmon.

Government targets misleading weight-loss surgery ads

from:Randolph Hospital

Federal law requires that advertising for medical devices such as Lap-Band must include information about precautions and side effects.

Empowering Americans to Fix America

Asheboro Has Another Shot at $50,000 with the Return of the We Hear You America Campaign Local communities across America vote for their hometowns ...

Many men can safely delay treatment for prostate cancer, government panel finds

from:Randolph Hospital

The panel found that men who have a slow-growing, low-risk form of prostate cancer are good candidates for very close medical monitoring of their cancer rather than immediate...

Homeopathic weight loss products may be dangerous, government warns

from:Randolph Hospital

Companies that market homeopathic weight-loss drugs containing HCG—human chorionic gonadotropin—have been warned to stop selling the products if they want to avoid...

Cut your own Christmas Tree from tree farms in North Carolina

Pining for the perfect tree? Find one that’s right for your home at a North Carolina Christmas tree farm. Remember, not all farmers allow guests to cut their own, so be sure to...

HIV remains uncontrolled for many

from:Randolph Hospital

Part of the problem is that around 1 in 5 people who have HIV don’t know they are infected.

A few key medicines cause most drug reactions in seniors

from:Randolph Hospital

Blood thinners and diabetes medications are the drugs responsible for the majority of harmful episodes for people older than 65, according to a study by the Centers for Disease...