Harmony's target will be a tough challenge Nov 20, 2009
Unless the group builds and buys more low-cost mines, it is going to continue to battle against the odds because of its aging local gold mines. No comments yet. (Business Report, South Africa)
Alphatec Spine to Present at the Piper Jaffray 21st Annual Health Care Conference Nov 20, 2009
Nov. 19, 2009 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Alphatec Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq: - ), the parent company of Alphatec Spine, Inc., a medical device company that designs, develops, manufactures and markets products for the surgical treatment of spine disorders, with a focus on treating conditions related to the aging spine, today announced it will present at the Piper Jaffray 21st Annual Health Care Conference on Tuesday, December 1, 2009 at 2:30 p.m. Eastern Time at The New York Palace Hotel, New York, New... (Primezone Releases)
New solutions for staying young and healthy Nov 20, 2009
We think we have to put up with degeneration when aging, but that is not true ... It is possible that aging symptoms - rise in blood glucose, high blood pressure and even skin wrinkles - can be treated by maintaining HGH levels in the body ... Aging baby boomers and seniors can feel young again by realizing HGH potential. (Ontario Argus Observer, OR)
Beneficial Anti Aging Vitamins Nov 20, 2009
Erasing and Preventing Signs of Aging. There are certain anti aging vitamins that have a direct influence on the body's ability to erase signs of aging and prevent premature aging ... Having a healthy and balanced diet full of fruits and vegetables may provide a person with some anti aging vitamins, but the body can only absorb so much of a vitamin at a time. (Suite101.com)
Lincoln Street land for sale Nov 20, 2009
Because proceeds from the sale of town owned land are restricted to capital expenditures, Colton recommended the money be used on renovations to Frothingham Hall, the future home of the Council on Aging and the Recreation Department. Loading commenting interface. (Easton Journal, MA)
Inside the Brain of Mr. Optimism Nov 20, 2009
Lets say that you have an aging running back without a lot of burst left but with a lot of experience. Also, you have a young runner that really pops when he gets carries but sometimes struggles in blitz pickups. (BerniesInsiders.com)
Bay or no Bay, Sox need a slugger Nov 20, 2009
A couple of years ago Ortiz would have been that slugger, but his production has waned in the face of injuries and aging. He never recovered from a painfully slow start last season, finally coming in with a. (Allston Brighton TAB, MA)
West Oakland Artists Benefit from 'Percent for Art' Ordinance as AgeSong Bayside Park in Emeryville Nears Completion Nov 19, 2009
In 2006 AgeSong won The American Society on Aging award for excellence in the field of aging. It currently operates four residential communities, two in San Francisco and two in Oakland. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Nursing stocked, but not for long Nov 19, 2009
The national shortage is projected at 300,000 as more nurses retire while an aging population increases demand. It s going to be a tsunami or a hurricane. (Columbus Business First, OH)
Census report: for more seniors, rising well-being Nov 19, 2009
Many reports of America's aging - and longer-living - population emphasize the massive government costs associated with caring for seniors ... "It challenges that traditional view of aging and retirement, that you quit, you are done, now take a vacation and see ya," says Brent Green, author of "Marketing to Leading-Edge Baby Boomers." ... Attention to wealth could also feed into the "greedy geezer construct," says Robert Binstock, a professor of aging, health, and society at Case Western Reserve... (Yahoo News -- Aging)
SCITUATE LETTER: Thanks to Hedlund and Cantwell Nov 19, 2009
On behalf of the Scituate Council on Aging and the Scituate seniors that we represent, we would like to thank state Rep ... Robert Hedlund for their support of line item No. 91100-9002 local aid to councils on aging ... This line item, often called the formula grant, will provide the Scituate Council on Aging with an extra $25,000. (Scituate Mariner, MA)
Saliva proteins change as women age Nov 19, 2009
In a step toward using human saliva to tell whether those stiff joints, memory lapses, and other telltale signs of aging are normal or red flags for disease, scientists are describing how the protein content of women's saliva change with advancing age ... To do that, they need detailed information on how normal aging affects these proteins. (EurekAlert!)
Soprano family values Nov 19, 2009
Check out the aging 'Twilight' cast. The temperatures may be dropping, but these celebs are still hot. (Yahoo News -- The Sopranos)
Residential design for persons with neurological disability Nov 19, 2009
Dr. Margaret Caukins of Innovative Designs and Environments for an Aging Society provides an insightful review of the evidence-based literature on long-term care design. Dr. Sharon Joines from the North Carolina State University, College of Design, has written an overview dealing with the concept of universal design and its application to residential design for persons with neurological disability. (EurekAlert!)
Today in the Kitchen: The 2009 Beaujolais Nouveau is coming Nov 19, 2009
It is a triumph of marketing and promotion, creating immediate sale of wine and return on investment versus the traditional aging methods and associated costs. The region of Beaujolais is 34 miles long and 7 to 9 miles wide. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
* Looking at land value the way a farmer does Nov 19, 2009
Most Taiwanese farming villages are dealing with aging populations, but these elderly residents also have the fundamental right to survival, and this right should not be sacrificed on the altar of economic production value. It goes without saying that the government should thoroughly investigate the impact that the fourth stage of the science park would have on local communities, culture and public welfare, and it should also respect the right of residents to choose. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Dover-Sherborn Meeting Agenda (Nov. 19) Nov 19, 2009
Council on Aging, Fireside Room, 11 a.m. ... Council on Aging, 9:30 a.m.. (Dover Sherborn Tab, MA)
N. Korea offered aid to scrap nukes Nov 19, 2009
North Korea stoked regional tension ahead of Obama's first tour of Asia since taking office, engaging a naval firefight with the South and declaring it had produced a fresh batch of arms-grade plutonium ... The U.S. and South Korea want at a minimum for North Korea to return to a six-way agreement struck in 2005, to resume disabling its aging Yongbyon nuclear plant and to allow inspectors to verify claims it made about its atomic arsenal. (MSNBC -- International)
Q&A: Explaining the new mammogram recommendations Nov 19, 2009
Doctors say there hasn't been enough research on women over age 74, who are at high risk from not just cancer, but heart disease, strokes and other diseases of aging. Q: How can women reduce their risk of breast cancer. (USA Today)
Molecular Trigger Helps Prevent Aging, Disease Nov 19, 2009
Scientists find molecular trigger that helps prevent aging and disease ... Scientists Find Molecular Trigger That Helps Prevent Aging and Disease ... 18, 2009) Researchers at Mount Sinai School of Medicine set out to address a question that has been challenging scientists for years: How does dietary restriction produce protective effects against aging and disease. (Science Daily)
Brookline requesting state help in adding classroom space to Heath School Nov 19, 2009
She noted that wealthier districts tend to have aging buildings, as past construction efforts have favored less affluent communities for example, Lowell has 14 brand-new schools. But Brookline would have to be under way with Runkle before discussions between state and local officials could start on Heath, she said. (Brookline TAB, MA)
Natchitoches Council on Aging volunteer killed Nov 19, 2009
- A 59-year-old Natchitoches man volunteering at the Natchitoches Parish Council on Aging was killed after he was hit in the parking lot of the organization's building ... Police tell the Alexandria Daily Town Talk that the pickup was driven by 72-year-old Donald Rowzee of Natchitoches, a client of the Council on Aging. (Nola.com -- Sports)
About Alzheimer's disease Nov 19, 2009
Serious memory loss and confusion are not part of the normal aging process ... Avoiding smoking and managing stress is also effective ... The Area Agency on Aging can also help coordinate services. (Shelby Twp Advisor & Source, MI)
Scientists find molecular trigger that helps prevent aging and disease Nov 19, 2009
Researchers at Mount Sinai School of Medicine set out to address a question that has been challenging scientists for years: How do dietary restrictionand the reverse, overconsumptionproduce protective effects against aging and disease ... The study, titled "Role of CBP and SATB-1 in Aging, Dietary Restriction, and Insulin-Like Signaling," examines how dietary restriction and a high-caloric diet influence biochemical responses ... Dr. Mobbs and his colleagues unraveled a molecular puzzle to... (EurekAlert!)
Yumans trimming the fat Nov 18, 2009
"(It's) a good thing I kept some clothes from before I gained the weight. I already feel lighter and I look forward to aging healthy.". Garcia said he's been so determined, it's easy to walk away from food. (Yuma Daily Sun, AZ)
Did Obama stoop too low for US pride? Nov 18, 2009
Kudos to the aging, yet agile, Emperor Akihito, who put a hand out just in time to help steady Obama as he apparently slipped on a wayward piece of sushi," one reader wrote to the New York Post. "In a flash of quick thinking, Obama saw a yen on the carpet and bent to pick it up, vowing to use it to pay down our enormous debt. This coincidentally occurred in front of Japanese royalty. (India Times, India)
Senate weighs long-term care program Nov 18, 2009
That assumes an initial monthly premium averaging $123, and a $75 daily benefit ... "This is primarily a product for baby boomers, and people who are still working," said James Firman, president of the National Council on Aging, and a supporter of the program ... Without taxpayer subsidies, premiums would keep going up, discouraging healthy people from signing up and triggering an "insurance death spiral.". (MSNBC -- Politics)
U.S. lags in paid sick days, work benefits Nov 18, 2009
Surfing the Internet may help the aging brain, study finds. Stimulus tracking site contains made-up congressional districts. (Yahoo News)
Don't blame fast food: Mummies had heart disease Nov 18, 2009
German imaging company Siemens AG, the National Bank of Egypt and the Mid-America Heart Institute paid for the work ... Surfing the Internet may help the aging brain, study finds. (Yahoo News -- Technology)
'60 Minutes' exclusive: Scientist's dino findings making waves Nov 18, 2009
Surfing the Internet may help the aging brain, study finds. Confusing parenthood and pet ownership. (Yahoo News -- Top Stories)
Families Need to Know When Dementia Becomes Terminal Nov 18, 2009
"Dementia is a leading cause of death in the U.S., and yet surprisingly little is known about how these patients die," noted the study's lead author, Dr. Susan Mitchell, an associate professor of medicine at Harvard Medical School and a senior scientist at the Hebrew Senior Life Institute for Aging Research in Boston ... SOURCES: Susan L. Mitchell, M.D., M.P.H., associate professor, medicine, Harvard Medical School, and senior scientist, Hebrew Senior Life Institute for Aging Research, Boston;... (MEDLINEplus)
How To Live To Be 100 Nov 18, 2009
But to gerontologists, the vagaries of aging have become the focus of intense scientific research. 1. (Time.com)
BenReiterInside Baseball Pedro and a bevy of old sluggers highlight lower-tier free agents. Nov 18, 2009
Then the scores of aging sluggers who will soon become available on the free agent market -- players who are still capable of producing on-base-plus-slugging percentages in excess of ... The A's have tried the bring-an-aging-slugger-in-to-play-DH thing a number of times recently, and Sheffield should benefit from no longer being asked to stagger around the outfield, as he was last season with the Mets. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- MLB)
Get more: Healthbeat Nov 18, 2009
Too much text messaging could have an impact your health ... Good dental care may help aging adults keep their thinking skills intact. (WLS, IL)
New bus route opens ... City Council OKs airport grant application ... Oregon unemployment rate unchanged in October ... Vaccine supply line opens up ... EPA takes comment on new feedlot discharge permits ... Report: Number of hungry Americans climbs ... Washington man arrested in shooting ... Police continue to search for clues in Payette robbery ... Briefly ... Men file abuse suits against Mormons, Boy Scouts ... Judge raises concerns on fish plan ... Chase leads to arrest ... ';var marqueewidth="440px";var marqueeheight="25px";var marqueebgcolor="#";////NO NEED TO EDIT BELOW THIS LINE////////////var pauseit=1;var marqueespeed=1 //slow speed down by 1 for NSvar copyspeed=marqueespeedvar pausespeed=(pauseit==0)? copyspeed: 0var iedom=document.all||document.getElementByIdif (iedom)document.write(''+marqueecontent+'')var actualwidth=''var cross_marquee, ns_marqueefunction populate(){if (iedom){cross_marquee=document.getElementById? document.getElementById("iemarquee") : document.all.iemarqueecross_marquee.style.left=parseInt(marqueewidth)+8+"px"cross_marquee.innerHTML=marqueecontentactualwidth=document.all? temp.offsetWidth : document.getElementById("temp").offsetWidth}else if (document.layers){ns_marquee=document.ns_marquee.document.ns_marquee2ns_marquee.left=parseInt(marqueewidth)+8ns_marquee.document.write(marqueecontent)ns_marquee.document.close()actualwidth=ns_marquee.document.width}lefttime=setInterval("scrollmarquee()",20)}window.onload=populate;function scrollmarquee(){if (iedom){if (parseInt(cross_marquee.style.left)>(actualwidth*(-1)+8))cross_marquee.style.left=parseInt(cross_marquee.style.left)-copyspeed+"px"elsecross_marquee.style.left=parseInt(marqueewidth)+8+"px"}else if (document.layers){if (ns_marquee.left>(actualwidth*(-1)+8))ns_marquee.left-=copyspeedelsens_marquee.left=parseInt(marqueewidth)+8}}if (iedom||document.layers){with (document){document.write('')if (iedom){write('')write('')write('')write('')}else if (document.layers){write('')write('')write('')}document.write('')}} This bus purchased by the Malheur Council on Aging and Community Services is now being used in service between Vale and Ontario. The bus route was launched Monday. New bus route opens Nov 18, 2009
This bus purchased by the Malheur Council on Aging and Community Services is now being used in service between Vale and Ontario ... The bus service is operated by Malheur Council on Aging and Community Services under the name Snake River Transit ... Fares for the services are $3 one-way and $5 round-trip, Loni Debban, Malheur Council on Aging and Community Services, said. (Ontario Argus Observer, OR)
Framingham Heart Study chief honored at convention Nov 18, 2009
Yancy credited Levy with recruiting a new generation of volunteer subjects for the Heart Study and using advanced imaging methods to gain new knowledge of the effects of aging and risk factors on cardiovascular structure and function. "Over the past 25 years, epidemiological studies directed by Dr. Levy have provided solid scientific evidence of the value of incorporating modern diagnostic, imaging, and biological technologies into population-based research,'' Yancy said in the press release.... (Allston Brighton TAB, MA)
Look Them Up: Frenemy, Vlog, Staycation Nov 17, 2009
John Morse, president and publisher of the Springfield-based dictionary publisher, said many of this year's new words are tied to changes in technology, increasing environmental awareness and aging baby boomers' concerns about their health and have become part of the general lexicon. "These are not new words in the language, by any means," Morse said. (CBS News -- US)
Blueprint: How you can help Nov 17, 2009
Athens Community Council on Aging. Santa to a Senior volunteers to purchase items listed on trees located at Home Instead, Hodgson's Pharmacy, Walmart (Oconee County), Georgia Square Mall and Athens Community Council on Aging. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Retirement Living TV Premieres Season Two of Whole Body Health Nov 17, 2009
Retirement Living TV (RLTV) is the only cable network dedicated to serving the needs of adults 50+ with information and entertainment that inspires and enhances the perception of aging. The network has Emmy award-winning programming that addresses a variety of subjects and genres including health, finance, travel, reality, comedy and drama. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Roofless Retirement Nov 17, 2009
According to the Alaska Commission on Aging, the population of senior citizens in Alaska is growing faster than that of any other state. Alaska's population of those age 60 and older increased 43 percent from 2001 to 2008. (Juneau Empire)
Emeritus Corporation launches 'Ask the Expert' resource Nov 17, 2009
Emeritus has created "A Call for Care" through a partnership with Aging with Grace, an eldercare management company that specializes in helping families deal with senior issues ... These communities provide a residential housing alternative for senior citizens who need assistance with the activities of daily living, with an emphasis on personal care services, which provides support to the residents in the aging process. (Chatham Star Tribune, VA)
Research Sheds Light on Causes of Parkinson's Nov 17, 2009
"With this better understanding of the underlying genetic variants involved in the progress of this disorder, we have more insight into the causes and underlying biology of this disease," Andrew B. Singleton, chief of the neurogenetics laboratory at the U.S. National Institute on Aging and co-leader of the study, said in a news release from the agency ... SOURCE: U.S. National Institute on Aging, news release, Nov. 15, 2009. (MEDLINEplus)
Documentary on Maine troop greeters to air on PBS Nov 17, 2009
Along the way, their documentary became as much a story about aging in America as it was about troop greeters as the filmmakers documented Knight getting treatment for prostate cancer, Mundy dealing with heart problems and Joan Gaudet, Aron's mother, dealing with the deployment of two grandchildren. Knight, 87, of Bangor, said showing gratitude to military personnel gives him purpose. (Missourian Publishing, MO)
OKC leaders tout MAPS proposal, even in recession Nov 17, 2009
The first Metropolitan Area Projects proposal transformed downtown Oklahoma City, paying for the construction of a new arena in which an NBA team now plays, a baseball stadium and a canal that helped convert an aging warehouse district into an entertainment destination. The success of that MAPS proposal, approved in 1993, and a MAPS for Kids proposal, approved in 2001 to improve local schools, has led city leaders to forge ahead with a MAPS 3 proposal that, like the others, would be funded by a... (Pine Bluff Commercial, AR)
Hip Fracture Odds Rise With Women's Age Nov 17, 2009
Women who had an early menopause before age 45 had a slightly increased risk of hip fracture, but the effect of early menopause was small compared with the effect of aging. "Our findings show that age is far more important than factors relating to menopause in determining the risk of hip fracture," wrote Emily Banks, of the Australian National University, and colleagues. (MEDLINEplus)
Pharmacy owner Becky Gramling wins chamber's business award Nov 17, 2009
As part of its fund-raising, the class purchased books for the Department of Juvenile Justice, the Orangeburg County Council on Aging, the Orangeburg County Disabilities and Special Needs Board and the William J. McCord Adolescent Treatment Facility. Each agency received about $900. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Donna Hockersmith and Elizabeth Kinder with Green Valley Assistance Services talk to June Faulkner as Marilyn Roberts of GVAS looks on Friday. Foreground, Margaret Higgins of the Pima Council on Aging hugs Virginia Klein in the lobby of The Retreat. Photo by Ellen Sussman/Green Valley News Nov 17, 2009
Foreground, Margaret Higgins of the Pima Council on Aging hugs Virginia Klein in the lobby of The Retreat ... As word spread Friday, helping hands from Green Valley Assistance Services and the Pima Council on Aging flocked to The Retreat in force to make sure residents were taken care of. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
How to Get "Perfect" Skin Nov 17, 2009
" Fractional laser resurfacing, she said, is one of the latest lasers used to help in anti-aging. She said the laser works with aging prevention and building collagen, as well as resurfacing, exfoliating, and firming skin. The downside to lasers, Marmur said, are that they can be expensive and "are a bit painful ... " Marmur added that there are many other lasers available that are can fix many other specific issues, such as freckles or red spots. However, she added, fractional resurfacing is... (CBS News -- Early Show)
Chavez Rants Against Venezuelan 'Fat People' Nov 17, 2009
Chavez suggested rice pasta instead of spaghetti made from wheat, and recommended drinking soy milk, saying soy products help fight aging. Chavez said his diet and exercise have made him feel stronger and "ready to continue commanding the Bolivarian Revolution" the name he has given his socialist-inspired political movement. (Newsmax)
Analyzing structural brain changes in Alzheimer's disease Nov 17, 2009
In a study that promises to improve diagnosis and monitoring of Alzheimer's disease, scientists at the University of California, San Diego have developed a fast and accurate method for quantifying subtle, sub-regional brain volume loss using magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) ... By applying the techniques to the newly completed dataset of the multi-institution Alzheimer's Disease Neuroimaging Initiative (ADNI), the scientists demonstrated that such sub-regional brain volume measurements... (EurekAlert!)
Today in the Kitchen: The 2009 Beaujolais Nouveau is coming Nov 17, 2009
It is a triumph of marketing and promotion, creating immediate sale of wine and return on investment versus the traditional aging methods and associated costs. The region of Beaujolais is 34 miles long and 7 to 9 miles wide. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
Popular professor, director dies at 65 Nov 17, 2009
Gene Cohen, professor and director of GW's Center on Aging, Health and Humanities, died Nov. 7 at his home in Kensington, Md ... Cohen researched age and health issues, eventually being appointed the director of the Center on Aging, Health and Humanities in 1994 ... He also launched the school's public education program on aging, called Societal Education about Aging for Change, or SEA Change. (GW Hatchet, Washington DC)
23. Who plays left field next season? Nov 16, 2009
The Braves pretty much got what they paid for in Anderson an aging player with limited skills who was just there because he was affordable. And now the process begins all over again. (Atlanta, TheInsiders.com)
Sports View: Looking ahead Nov 16, 2009
They essentially traded aging journeymen Bruce Bowen, Kurt Thomas and Fabricio Oberto for one younger gun guard/forward Richard Jefferson. It was a smart move, one that, at least on paper, would indicate that the Spurs gained more offensive firepower. (San Antonio Business Journal, TX)
Extra Points: Miami Thrice Nov 16, 2009
Yet Davis and staff stayed the course, knowing the offense could be resuscitated with some aging and the return of a handful of injured starters. "There's no way to browbeat them and no way to threaten them and scream and rant and rave," Davis said at the time. (Tarheelblue.com)
Obama, Russia Eye December Nuclear Treaty Nov 16, 2009
Its emphasis on big issues like climate change, disarmament and the economic crisis is part of Mr. Obama's approach to persuade new emerging powers like China - where he headed later Sunday - to share in the burden of managing global challenges ... The five permanent members of the U.N. Security Council - the U.S., Britain, France, Russia and China - along with Germany have engaged Iran on its nuclear program, most recently with a deal for it to ship enriched uranium to Russia for further... (CBS News -- World)
Principal to head San Pasqual school distric... Nov 16, 2009
POWAY: The Center for Memory and Aging has teamed with the San Diego North County Dementia Consortium to offer free and confidential memory screenings as part of National Memory Screening Day ... The screenings will be conducted by trained medical personnel from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday at The Center for Memory and Aging, 15644 Pomerado Road, Poway. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
The quest to stop the brain drain Nov 16, 2009
Computer exercises are being sold as an aid to the aging mind ... The boomer population is really interested in retaining its marbles, but I am dubious that a population that won t work out 30 minutes a day or eat a decent meal will make the time and priority to sit down in front of [programs] unless they are engaging or exciting, Coughlin said ... The debate goes on about whether pricey computer programs can help prevent deterioration of brain function during aging. (Boston Globe)
Blueprint: Volunteer opportunities, calendar Nov 16, 2009
Athens Community Council on Aging. Meals on Wheels. (Athens Banner-Herald)
It’s tough to defend Celtics’ play Nov 16, 2009
For the second consecutive night, the Celtics were soundly beaten by a team with younger, fresher legs, upstarts with something to prove, determined to push their aging foe to fatigue and frustration. While losing to the athletic Hawks could be considered a minor upset and the byproduct of a team emerging as an Eastern Conference threat, the 113-104 defeat by the Pacers Saturday night is cause for concern as the Celtics attempt to rest and rehabilitate before Wednesday night s home game with the... (Boston Globe -- Sports)
About Alzheimer's disease Nov 16, 2009
Serious memory loss and confusion are not part of the normal aging process ... Avoiding smoking and managing stress is also effective ... The Area Agency on Aging can also help coordinate services. (Shelby Twp Advisor & Source, MI)
Census report: for more seniors, rising well-being Nov 16, 2009
Many reports of America's aging - and longer-living - population emphasize the massive government costs associated with caring for seniors ... "It challenges that traditional view of aging and retirement, that you quit, you are done, now take a vacation and see ya," says Brent Green, author of "Marketing to Leading-Edge Baby Boomers." ... Attention to wealth could also feed into the "greedy geezer construct," says Robert Binstock, a professor of aging, health, and society at Case Western Reserve... (Yahoo News -- Aging)
Potential Treatment for Huntington's Disease Nov 16, 2009
D., director of the Del E. Webb Center for Neuroscience, Aging and Stem Cell Research at Burnham and professor in the department of Neurosciences and attending neurologist at the University of California, San Diego and Michael R. Hayden, M.D., Ph ... A new brain-imaging method allows physicians to diagnose Alzheimer's before its onset. (Science Daily)
Falling is a Big Risk for Seniors Nov 15, 2009
But aging doesn't have to come with the fear of falling. TheCDC says if you follow a four-point checklist, your chances of taking a tumble will plummet. (13WMAZ.com, GA)
NBA: Some players just can't dunk Nov 15, 2009
But Kapono is hardly alone in the NBA. Every year, a handful of forwards and centers go the entire 82-game season without dunking for reasons that range from to restrictive offenses to aging bodies to a basic inability to jump very high. Danny Ferry, who is 6-10 and now the Cleveland Cavaliers' general manager, did not dunk in at least the final six years of his career, starting in 1997-98, when the statistician Harvey Pollack started tracking such information. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
