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What Are the Differences between the Cold and the Flu?
Sometimes people struggle to identify whether they have the flu or just a common cold. There are some significant differences between two that people are not aware of. What is a cold? According to MedicineNet, “The common cold is an upper respiratory tract infection caused by many different viruses.” Some symptoms of a common cold […]
Bergstresser and Nasados Kiss Pig For Four Diamonds
January 22, 2018 by thetigertimes7
Before Thanksgiving break, the high school held Mini-Thon spirit week, including a “Kiss The Pig” event. Mini-Thon is a fundraiser held for the Four Diamonds fund. There were many activities going on throughout this spirit week. The spirit week kicked off on 20 November with “blue out,” or “Penn State day”, where students were encouraged […]
Fleetwood Fall Blood Drive a Success
December 11, 2017 by thetigertimes7
The Miller-Keystone Blood Center Blood Drive took place at Fleetwood Area High School recently and was a huge success. Taking place on 19 October, many students turned out to donate blood. The drive was in honor of Alison Stern, who passed away earlier this year. Miller-Keystone’s cause reaches throughout the Berks area and other counties. […]
Eating Vegan Has Countless Benefits
October 27, 2017 by thetigertimes7
People who follow a vegan diet display lower cholesterol and lower blood pressure. They also have a less likely chance of getting colon and prostate cancer, as well as a decreased rate of ischemic heart disease. Veganism is a dietary lifestyle that, after much research, is found to be beneficial in many ways. Going vegan […]
October Is Breast Cancer Awareness Month
October 13, 2017 by thetigertimes7
The beginning of breast cancer awareness month starts every year around October. Fundraisers are raising money, and patients become survivors everyday. Breast cancer is a disease in which malignant cells form in the tissue of the breast. One in eight women within the United States will be diagnosed with breast cancer in their lifetime. This […]
Opinion: Violence Effects Kids
May 19, 2017 by thetigertimes7
Violence has been around forever. It doesn’t look like the crime rate is coming to an end either, which would be a tough thing to do. As much as most people would like to not see violence be around anymore, there will always be some people that have a different view and try and cause […]
Technology Affects Teens’ Sleep
May 11, 2017 by thetigertimes7
While it is important to sleep every night, many people, especially children and teens, don’t get enough sleep. Part of the reason for this is the extensive use of technology–smartphones, tablets, Nintendo Switches® , etc., right before bed, which can affect sleep habits. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, widespread sleep loss […]
April Fools’: Senioritis Now Recognized by CDC
April 1, 2017 by thetigertimes7
Confirming longheld beliefs, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention have finally and officially recognized Senioritis as a high risk mental disorder. “After years of clinical studies on at-risk demographics and research on potential biological causes and effects, we have confirmed that Senioritis is a legitimate health concern that we should monitor moving forward,” acting […]
Hair: What Else Is There?
March 23, 2017 by thetigertimes7
Hair is what makes everyone different. It defines you. Do you take care of it? There are many ways to make sure that your hair is happy and healthy. Many people believe that hair should be washed once a day, but it is recommended that hair is washed two to three times a week. The […]
Effects of TV On The Brain
March 13, 2017 by thetigertimes7
Studies show that the amount of TV time per day can affect the way you live. According to livescience.com, people who watch a lot of television and don’t exercise much at all may begin to see the effects of their unhealthy living habits on their brains as early as their midlife. “Being physically active at […]
Fleetwood Hosts First Overnight Mini-THON
February 22, 2017 by thetigertimes7
On 10 February, Student council hosted its first overnight miniTHON. This comes after nearly eight months of the /planning the event. Senior Emma Davies coordinated meetings once a week from the beginning of the school year in order to plan a successful fundraiser. “Everyone worked very hard to make sure we could reach our goal […]
What’s in McDonalds’ Food?
November 18, 2016 by thetigertimes7
Ever wonder what you are actually eating while you are eating it? Many people don’t think about it at all, and some try not to think about it. Ar McDonald’s, people often don’t know what they are putting in their bodies. Commercials claim it is all white meat in their chicken nuggets, real angus beef […]
FAHS Hosts Safe Trick-or-Treat Again
November 18, 2016 by thetigertimes
The Safe Trick-or-Treat was held on 26 October from 6:00-8:00 p.m. in the High School. Parents could bring their children for $5.00 per trick-or-treater; the money was donated to The American Cancer Society. “We’re absolutely thrilled to have the opportunity to host the Safe Trick or Treat this year for The American Cancer Society,” Jonathan […]
Fleetwood Holds Blood Drive Honoring Steward
October 31, 2016 by thetigertimes7
It only takes a pint of blood to save lives. This year, the school blood drive was on 18 October. It was held in honor of Kiley Steward, a junior who tragically passed away right before the start of the school year. Her class continues to remember her. Miller Keystone, the local blood center, worked […]
FDA Still Questioning LGBT Blood
October 26, 2016 by thetigertimes7
Up until 2015, gay and bisexual men were barred from donating blood for life. This was said to prevent the spread of HIV; however, the FDA allowed women who had had intercourse with an HIV-positive man to donate after waiting a year. This created significant controversy in both blood drives and the LGBT community as […]
Meditation Helps Students Relax
October 19, 2016 by thetigertimes7
Meditation is a complex, yet simple, way to achieve relaxation and serenity. Anyone can meditate. Meditation can be performed anywhere that one feels comfortable enough to do so. Quiet is needed for some, while others prefer to meditate while listening to binaural beats. Some of the benefits of meditation are being able to perform more […]
Pennsylvania Legalizes Medicinal Marijuana
April 29, 2016 by thetigertimes7
Medical cannabis, or medical marijuana, is a term for which there is no agreed definition; it can refer to the use of cannabis and its cannabinoids to treat disease or improve symptoms. Medical marijuana was recently approved in PA. However, it’s only a clinical trial as of right now. It’s only available in pill, oil, […]
Fleetwood Prepares for Mini-THON 2016
April 28, 2016 by thetigertimes7
Penn State University’s dance marathon, or THON, has made waves in the fundraising world by raising millions of dollars every year for pediatric cancer research. This year’s event raised almost ten million dollars, and 2014 stands as the record-holder with over thirteen million dollars in funds raised. Just as important as the almost 130 million […]
Hair Products Cause Damage
April 22, 2016 by thetigertimes
There are a lot of products men and women use daily. One important product is shampoo. You have to find the right brand for your type of hair, and you have to be careful if the type of shampoo burns off your hair. Pantene has a product that literally causes your hair to burn at […]
Dental Hygienists Require Dexterity
April 21, 2016 by thetigertimes7
There are many bright minds that attend Fleetwood Area High School. Many people have a different idea on what they want to be in the future. According to Dictionary.com, a dental hygienist is a person who is trained and licensed to clean teeth, take dental r-rays, and provide related dental services and care, usually under […]
Fleetwood Graduate Battles Cancer
April 7, 2016 by thetigertimes7
Kial Maynard was just like any other regular graduate from Fleetwood–Class of 2012 to be specific. He was going on to further his education by attending classes at Montgomery County Community College. His first year, he had not decided what he wanted to peruse, but he later decided to major in Information Technology. Then tragedy […]
Water Crisis Plagues Flint, Michigan
April 5, 2016 by thetigertimes7
The city of Flint, Michigan has recently suffered a major water crises. Flint’s water supply was found to have astronomically high amounts of lead after the city switched its water supply two years ago from Lake Huron to the local Flint River. The switch was made for financial reasons. The city saved money from the switch. […]
5K for AJ To Be Determined
April 4, 2016 by thetigertimes7
Aidan is a sophomore and an honors student here at Fleetwood Area High School. Attendees of Fleetwood have probably seen him powering down the hallway, accompanied by his long term companion, a Golden Retriever named Song. He smiles and laughs, never letting anyone get him down as he struggles with a powerful illness, Duchenne Muscular […]
Blood Drive Helps Out Middle School Teacher’s Son
February 18, 2016 by thetigertimes7
Fleetwood Area Middle School teacher, Mrs. Rebecca Peters, has a soon who was tragically diagnosed with Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome. This disease attacks the red blood cells, which help the kidneys function. Over the next three weeks, Max needs transfusions to help his body fight off the disease. Without past transfusions, Max’s body would have shut […]
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