Your Real Champion®: “Pals for Life”
For 40 years, the Pals for Life organization has shown the healing effect pets can have when they share their love as companions to people feeling alone or stressed. The 80 […]

Jim McBride has always loved to swim, even does ocean swims in several Jersey beach towns. One day he finished an easy 40 laps at the Springfield YMCA and then went to relax in the men’s hot tub. Minutes later, a 16 year-old lifeguard found him unresponsive and administered CPR. His fellow 16 year-old guard applied the defibrillator. Their combined efforts brought Jim back from a cardiac arrest. After his recovery, Jim became a certified lifeguard to save the lives of others!
Each week, we highlight the Real Champions in your life! Your family, friends, or colleagues who go the extra mile to help others in their community.
Know someone who should be featured?
→Nominate them now!
Check out all of our past Champions →
Dr. Marianne T. Ritchie February 17, 2024
For 40 years, the Pals for Life organization has shown the healing effect pets can have when they share their love as companions to people feeling alone or stressed. The 80 […]
Dr. Marianne T. Ritchie January 25, 2025
Dr. Marianne T. Ritchie January 18, 2025
Disclaimer: The information provided on the Your Radio Doctor® show, social media, and website is intended for your general knowledge only. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice or treatment for specific medical conditions. Always seek the advice of your physician or health care provider with questions about a specific medical condition and before starting any new treatment or discontinuing an existing treatment. You should not use this information to diagnose or treat a health problem without consulting your qualified healthcare provider. If you think you may have a medical emergency, call your doctor, go to the emergency department, or call 911 immediately. Your Radio Doctor® does not recommend or endorse any specific tests, physicians, products, procedures, opinions, or other information that may be mentioned on the show, social media, or website.
Subscribe now to keep reading and get access to the full archive.
Post comments (0)