Charlotte Health Symposium Offers Free Tests & Screenings

African American men in Charlotte will receive the opportunity to get tests and screenings done for prostate cancer, HIV/AIDS, blood pressure, high cholesterol, body fat, diabetes and glaucoma. The 2009 Health Symposium will be held on Saturday, Oct. 24 at Friendship Missionary Baptist Church from 8:30 a.m. till 1 p.m. and is open to the public. (Qcitymetro.com)

New Programs Promise to Make Transferring to Winthrop Easier

It may soon become easier for students at York Technical College to transfer academic credit over to Winthrop University. A leadership team has devised two new programs that will hopefully make the transition much easier. (winthrop.edu)

Childhood Cancer Survivors More Likely to be Single

Childhood cancer survivors are less likely to get married during adulthood, says a study released by researchers of the Childhood Cancer Survivor Study. Due to factors such as chemotherapy or intense medical issues, some individuals suffer from deep psychological and social issues which may lead to them living the single life. (CNN.com)

Catholics Open Door to Anglican Converts

History is made as Pope Benedict XVI announced that Anglicans will be allowed to reunite with the Roman Catholic Church after 500 years of separation. The move will be symbolized by a new church entity allowing Anglicans to convert to Catholicism. (usatoday.com)

Quest For Knowledge Comes At High Cost

College Board has released reports showing that four year public universities have raised their tuition to cope with the rough economy. As the price for a college education continues to rise, students are forced to borrow funds to pay for their education in the forms of loans, grants and scholarships. (nytimes.com)