Swine flu strikes Washington State Univiversity at start of school yearSPOKANE, Wash. — Washington State University is in the midst of a swine flu outbreak since classes started last month, with 2,500 people contacting student health to report flu-like symptoms and officials handing out flu kits around campus. Georgia freshman DL Pugh tests positive for swine flu; Cox negativeATLANTA — Georgia defensive tackle Makiri Pugh has tested positive for swine flu. Georgia QB Joe Cox has ‘flu-like symptoms,’ taking later flight to Oklahoma StateATLANTA — Quarterback Joe Cox is expected to play in No. 13 Georgia’s opener at No. 9 Oklahoma State on Saturday despite suffering “flu-like symptoms” that forced him to miss the team’s flight on Friday. Swine flu causes Stillman to cancel first home game of season against Clark AtlantaTUSCALOOSA, Ala. — Stillman canceled its home opener against Clark Atlanta because of swine flu, college officials announced Thursday. US soccer player Landon Donovan recovered from swine fluPARK CITY, Utah — U.S. forward Landon Donovan has had nearly a month to recover from swine flu and needed more of that time than he expected. Rookie Davis overcomes learning disability to make 49ers as No. 3 quarterbackSANTA CLARA, Calif. — Nate Davis knows he’s already shown the doubters just by winning a roster spot with the San Francisco 49ers. Bosnia-Herzegovina defender Emir Spahic cleared to play after recovering from swine fluPARIS — Montpellier defender Emir Spahic has recovered after being diagnosed with swine flu last week and will join his Bosnia-Herzegovina teammates for two World Cup qualifiers. Adult Down syndrome center at St. Louis-area hospital named for Cardinals star Albert PujolsCHESTERFIELD, Mo. — A new center for adults with Down syndrome will bear the name of St. Louis Cardinals slugger Albert Pujols. Risk of death higher for prostate cancer patients with heart disease who use hormone therapyCHICAGO — A new study links hormone therapy for prostate cancer with a higher risk of death in older men who’ve had serious heart problems. Tulane football players hit by flu-like symptoms, 2 have variety that includes swine fluNEW ORLEANS — About a dozen Tulane football players have come down with what the school describes as flu-like symptoms. An athletic spokesman says two have tested positive for the variety that includes swine flu. Showtime boxing announcer Nick Charles takes leave of absence to fight cancerLOS ANGELES — Showtime boxing announcer Nick Charles has taken a leave of absence while battling bladder cancer. 2 players, coach from Nippon Ham Fighters of Japanese league test positive for swine fluSAPPORO, Japan — All players and staff of the Nippon Ham Fighters baseball team will be tested for swine flu after two players and a coach contracted the virus, the Japanese Pacific League team said Wednesday. Sanya Richards won’t let the return of rare illness slow her quest to win 1st major titleBERLIN — This was a crucial test for Sanya Richards’ confidence. Los Angeles Galaxy star Landon Donovan tests positive for swine fluCARSON, Calif. — Los Angeles Galaxy forward Landon Donovan has tested positive for what is believed to be swine flu, and his teammates are taking precautions. Report: Los Angeles Galaxy star Landon Donovan says he’s tested positive for swine fluLOS ANGELES — Los Angeles Galaxy forward Landon Donovan says he has tested positive for swine flu. Weightlifting helps, not harms, breast cancer survivors with arm swelling, study findsBreast cancer survivors have been getting bum advice. Espanyol’s 26-year-old captain Jarque dies of heart failure in hotel on eve of preseason gameFLORENCE, Italy —Espanyol captain Daniel Jarque has died of heart failure in the team hotel on the eve of the Spanish soccer team’s exhibition against Bologna. He was 26. Yankees RHP Ian Kennedy takes another forward in rehab from aneurysm, hopes to pitch in minorsTAMPA, Fla. — New York Yankees right-hander Ian Kennedy, still recovering from an aneurysm this year, threw 25 pitches off a mini-mound Tuesday and hopes to play in minor league games before the season ends. Vikings’ Kenechi Udeze decides to retire, end comeback from leukemiaMANKATO, Minn. — Kenechi Udeze’s comeback from leukemia served as an inspiration to his Minnesota Vikings teammates. USC LB recruit Frankie Telfort diagnosed with heart condition, won’t play for TrojansLOS ANGELES — Southern California freshman Frankie Telfort has a heart problem that will prevent him from playing for the Trojans. Rangers’ Vicente Padilla scratched from scheduled start, still weak from swine fluARLINGTON, Texas — Texas Rangers pitcher Vicente Padilla, still weak from the swine flu, was scratched from Tuesday night’s start against the Detroit Tigers. Road to recovery: Rangers players starting to feel better, no new reports of swine fluKANSAS CITY, Mo. — If Texas pitcher Vicente Padilla had been diagnosed with swine flu a few months ago, it might have sent a wave of fear through the majors. Rangers pitcher Vicente Padilla tests positive for swine flu, expected to make next startKANSAS CITY, Mo. — Texas Rangers pitcher Vicente Padilla tested positive for swine flu, though his symptoms are subsiding and he’s expected to make his next start. Flu outbreak grounds Triple-A Portland BeaversSALT LAKE CITY — The San Diego Padres’ Triple-A affiliate in Portland postponed a trip to Utah because of a flu outbreak that has affected seven players. Take me out to the ballgame, but leave the gluten at home: Coors Field offers gluten-free foodDENVER — Buy me some peanuts and gluten-free hot dogs? Yes, at Coors Field in Denver. At least 5 Rangers sick, including scratched starter RHP Padilla with the fluARLINGTON, Texas — Texas general manager Jon Daniels was avoiding shaking hands with anyone Wednesday, wary of a nasty flu bug making its way through the Rangers’ clubhouse. 4 Monaco players treated for swine flu, but are expected to make full recoveryMONACO — French league club Monaco says four of its soccer players are being treated for swine flu. Penn State football charity for rare diseases gets lift from Ohio State, BC, other schools
Swimmer Eric Shanteau is cancer-free and swimming faster than everINDIANAPOLIS — Eric Shanteau is swimming faster than he ever has, diving into the water every day knowing that he’s cancer-free. First his wife, now Mickelson’s mother set to battle breast cancer
Perry decides to play British Open after meeting with doctors for his dying motherBETHESDA, Md. — Kenny Perry has decided to play in the British Open next week after meeting with doctors for his mother, who is dying of blood cancer. Swine flu fears prompt Brazilian club Cruzeiro to seek postponement of Copa Libertadores finalRIO DE JANEIRO — Brazilian soccer club Cruzeiro wants to postpone this week’s Copa Libertadores match against Estudiantes because of the swine flu outbreak in Argentina. South American soccer officials say Copa final will go ahead despite swine flu outbreakBUENOS AIRES, Argentina — Next week’s first-leg match in the finals of the Copa Libertadores will go ahead in Argentina despite a swine flu outbreak that is blamed in the deaths of at least 44 people in the country. Swine flu outbreak in Argentina puts Copa Libertadores final in doubtBUENOS AIRES, Argentina — Argentine club Estudiantes prepared Friday to host next week’s first-leg match in the final of the Copa Libertadores despite a swine flu outbreak that is blamed in the deaths of at least 44 people in the country. Serbia: Australian athlete diagnosed with swine flu at World University GamesBELGRADE, Serbia — Serbian health authorities have diagnosed an Australian athlete with swine flu at the World University Games. |
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STATE COLLEGE, Pa. — The Penn State Nittany Lions’ workout schedule Friday includes lifting weights and pull-ups, followed by an odd assortment of drills like pulling sleds and pushing around giant tractor-trailer tires in front of hundreds of fans.
Mickelson’s mother diagnosed with breast cancer
