http://rss.cherokeephoenix.orgThe most current and accurate source of Cherokee news, culture and language. Find complete coverage and breaking news about issues concerning Cherokee people including Cherokee Nation tribal council meetings, pending court cases, health and education information, reader and staff opinions, and Cherokee athletes and traditional games.en-usA Cherokee family still waits on a new heart for a 2-year-old member.http://www.cherokeephoenix.org/24725/Article.aspxFri, 12 Mar 2010 01:12:12 GMTCherokees should be aware of complications that can occur with high blood pressure and diabetes.http://www.cherokeephoenix.org/24722/Article.aspxFri, 12 Mar 2010 00:54:39 GMTThe virus is the most common sexually transmitted infection in the United States.http://www.cherokeephoenix.org/24717/Article.aspxThu, 11 Mar 2010 01:24:06 GMTCherokee Nation hosts a cancer summit to present statistics on cancer, its prevention and treatment.http://www.cherokeephoenix.org/24714/Article.aspxThu, 11 Mar 2010 01:00:12 GMTThe move includes expanded benefits for patients such as extra nutritional and dietary services.http://www.cherokeephoenix.org/24663/Article.aspxWed, 10 Mar 2010 01:24:44 GMTSuggested activities include more physical activity, a healthier diet and quitting tobacco use. http://www.cherokeephoenix.org/24659/Article.aspxTue, 09 Mar 2010 00:59:52 GMTTribal officials hope to open the dental clinic ready for patients in less than a year. http://www.cherokeephoenix.org/24359/Article.aspxMon, 01 Mar 2010 00:58:46 GMTThe plant plays a significant role for its medicinal qualities and use as a paint and natural dye medium.http://www.cherokeephoenix.org/21126/Article.aspxFri, 12 Feb 2010 00:52:41 GMTWhat better time than National Healthy Heart Month to show some love to your own heart.http://www.cherokeephoenix.org/21112/Article.aspxTue, 09 Feb 2010 02:26:21 GMTA Cherokee family waits for a new heart for a 2-year-old family member. http://www.cherokeephoenix.org/21084/Article.aspxTue, 02 Feb 2010 01:29:04 GMTDr. Vance Kirk began his medical career in psychology but has moved to the physical side.http://www.cherokeephoenix.org/21083/Article.aspxTue, 02 Feb 2010 01:25:07 GMTHeart disease is the leading cause of death among Native Americans, according to www.lifeheart.com.http://www.cherokeephoenix.org/21057/Article.aspxMon, 25 Jan 2010 01:24:25 GMTMore than $1 million in grants will be used for a new approach to help teenagers caught up in the cycle of substance abuse and crime.http://www.cherokeephoenix.org/21042/Article.aspxTue, 19 Jan 2010 01:17:49 GMTLosing body fat percentage is the goal fitness challenge participants are urged to work toward. http://www.cherokeephoenix.org/21040/Article.aspxTue, 19 Jan 2010 01:04:22 GMTReports show Native American children have more severe and greater levels of untreated dental disease.http://www.cherokeephoenix.org/21009/Article.aspxThu, 07 Jan 2010 05:10:20 GMTThe tribe will use the funds to continue implementing a lead-based paint program authorized by the EPA. http://www.cherokeephoenix.org/21007/Article.aspxThu, 07 Jan 2010 01:13:56 GMTWhile fewer people are going into health facilities with flu-like symptoms, health officials warn of a possible third wave of the H1N1 virus.http://www.cherokeephoenix.org/21004/Article.aspxWed, 06 Jan 2010 01:30:22 GMTThe tribe’s Behavioral Health Services could see more patients due to state budget cuts.http://www.cherokeephoenix.org/21001/Article.aspxTue, 05 Jan 2010 01:22:08 GMTThe four-week class is set to start Jan. 14 at the First Christian Church in Bartlesville, Okla. http://www.cherokeephoenix.org/20968/Article.aspxFri, 18 Dec 2009 01:07:46 GMTAn adult male in Cherokee County and an adult female in Rogers County are among those who died from complications of the virus within the past week.http://www.cherokeephoenix.org/20967/Article.aspxFri, 18 Dec 2009 01:01:24 GMTThe presentation includes the story of a six-time cancer survivor, a storyteller and motivational speaker.http://www.cherokeephoenix.org/20948/Article.aspxThu, 10 Dec 2009 04:53:34 GMTCervical cancer is the second-most common cancer afflicting women, behind only breast cancer.http://www.cherokeephoenix.org/20945/Article.aspxWed, 09 Dec 2009 01:26:14 GMTThe procedure involves banding the stomach, which causes the patient to feel less hungry. http://www.cherokeephoenix.org/20938/Article.aspxTue, 08 Dec 2009 01:15:16 GMTThe classes are slated for each Tuesday from Dec. 8 until Jan. 6.http://www.cherokeephoenix.org/20936/Article.aspxMon, 07 Dec 2009 01:07:11 GMTGood food and good company go hand-in-hand during this time, but good nutrition doesn’t have to be sacrificed completely.http://www.cherokeephoenix.org/20926/Article.aspxWed, 02 Dec 2009 01:09:24 GMT