As the pandemic rages on, new outcomes of COVID-19 continue to be uncovered. The complications of the virus and our methods of combating it are negatively affecting not only our physical health, but our mental health, as well. New research has found that nearly one in five people diagnosed with COVID-19 is subsequently diagnosed with
“If you know the enemy and know yourself, you need not fear the result of a hundred battles. If you know yourself but not the enemy, for every victory gained you will also suffer a defeat. If you know neither the enemy nor yourself, you will succumb in every battle.” — Sun Tzu, The Art
Pediatric feet are adorable, complex and always changing. Common concerns that prompt parents to seek medical attention for their child’s feet are flatfeet, abnormal or painful gait, toe-walking and ingrown toenails. All of these concerns can be addressed by your family podiatrist. The majority of conditions with children’s feet are easily treatable. The adult foot
Dr. Patrick Gramith is very familiar with teething infants. He is not only a family practitioner at McLaren Flint’s facility in Fenton, he has two young children – a three-year-old and a ten-month-old. His infant son, Joseph, is right in the middle of teething. “I’m a doctor but I am a parent, too,” he says
Settled: 1836 The people of Forest Township were having a merry time at a party at the home of William R. Smith. The young folks were smiling and dancing, the older pioneers were sipping drinks and talking of politics, hunting and farming. With a revelation of great mirth, the oldest gentleman in attendance, Nathan Smith,
Christmas is just around the corner and Santa is looking forward to the plates of cookies that will await him when he climbs down the chimney on Christmas Eve to deliver presents to everyone on his “Nice” list. And nothing speaks of the holiday more than the rich aroma of sugar cookies baking in the
The Genesee County Savings Bank has a long history in the City of Flint. Founded in 1872, the bank employed a majority of the city’s most influential persons including William Wallace Crapo, Charles Mott, Josiah Dort, Arthur Bishop and William Atwood. As the bank continued to grow, a new building was needed. Built in 1920
As the final horn blared at Game 6 of the NBA Finals last October, the Los Angeles Lakers came together on the court and began celebrating their first NBA Championship in ten years. Among them were JaVale McGee and Kyle Kuzma, who both rose from humble beginnings in Flint to reach the NBA. They were
The tree is decorated, the cocoa is hot, the sweaters are ugly and Christmas music streams throughout the house. A lovely fire crackles on the hearth while the family gathers around the table for Christmas dinner. In America, the table is set with standard fare that usually includes a turkey or ham as a main
During this holiday season, home and family are topics of the utmost importance and a local artist brings that theme to her artwork which makes great gifts for Christmas. “I’m an illustrator,” says Pam Bailey. The talented artist creates intricate original illustrations and then burns the designs into various items, primarily made of natural wood
The Flint Central Church of the Nazarene has spent the year joyfully celebrating its 100th anniversary! And according to Chief Pastor Rob Prince, while celebrating the past is significant, the best days are ahead! “We are excited about our great past but we have an even better future,” says the pastor. While an official celebration
As the world went into lockdown at the beginning of summer, travel became an afterthought. People were asked to stay home and many complied as the world fought to limit coronavirus transmission. The quarantine hurt airlines and other industries that rely on tourism and business travel. Flint Bishop International Airport (BIA) was no exception; however,
