The Year's Best Health on Twitter
(You can still submit a vote for fun, but the actual contest is over)
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Winner
The Real-Time Academy of Short Form Arts & Sciences will use a combination of criteria to select the winner from among the finalists, including the number of votes, the reasons given in nominations, answers to the Shorty Interview (which you can still take here) and the content of the finalists' tweets.
1st
Dr Rachael Dunlop
Finalist
Dr Rachie from the Skeptic Zone, scientist, science communicator, sceptic, podcaster, blogger.
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I recommend @DrRachie in the Shorty Award category #health because... she cares about people!
Michael Britvan
I recommend @DrRachie in the Shorty Award category #health because... she cares about people!
2nd
Dr. Mercola
Finalist
I am an osteopathic physician, health activist and founder of the #1 natural health site Mercola.com. I advocate dietary and lifestyle approaches to health.
Tanjamaltija
I recommend @mercola in the Shorty Award category #health because... he's sincere and he makes healthy sense.
lynette hinson
I recommend @mercola in the Shorty Award category #health because... to be healthy is to be happy
1,277 votes in health
143 votes in quackery
55 votes in woo
50 votes in voterigging
10 votes in mythicalhalfdrinkhalffish
143 votes in quackery
55 votes in woo
50 votes in voterigging
10 votes in mythicalhalfdrinkhalffish
3rd
Rebecca Joyce
Finalist
I'm a chemo-queen,cancer warrior. I'm also marmite and may contain nuts. Use with precaution!
Robert Carswell
I recommend @bubblybex in the Shorty Award category #health because she makes people positive despite her own situation
christine luckwell
I recommend @bubblybex in the Shorty Award category #health because...she deserves it she is tops
Frankie Jayne Greig
RT @rebeccawoodhead: I vote for @bubblybex for a Shorty Award in #health because she will #kickcancer
366 votes in health
17 votes in kickcancer
14 votes in humor
7 votes in righteous
4 votes in kickcancercrew
17 votes in kickcancer
14 votes in humor
7 votes in righteous
4 votes in kickcancercrew
4th
Kevin Gianni
Finalist
Nutrition and fitness advocate, speaker, author, mainly raw food and vegan diet and host of the Renegade Health Show!
stacy smith
I recommend @kevingianni in the Shorty Award category #health because... I m a :) healthier person thru his teachings
Linda McCauley
I vote for @kevingianni for a Shorty Award in #health because I love watching The Renegade Health show everyday for al
290 votes in health
5th
a diabetes community
Finalist
TuDiabetes.org is a social network with more than 15,000 members touched by diabetes run by the @DiabetesHF, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit. Photo by AbbyDabbyDoo.
Michelle Levander
I recommend @TuDiabetes in the Shorty Award category #health because it's a great resource and a vibrant community...
Jeannene Herber
I vote for @tudiabetes for a Shorty Award in #health because...they are providing support to diabetics.
241 votes in health
14 votes in followfriday
8 votes in diabetes
5 votes in madness
1 vote in egocentric
14 votes in followfriday
8 votes in diabetes
5 votes in madness
1 vote in egocentric
6th
Kristine McCormick
Finalist
My daughter Cora died in my arms unexpectedly while breastfeeding of an undiagnosed CHD. Now she saves lives. Join us!
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I vote for @kristinebrite for a Shorty Award in #health because her and #Cora will continue to save lives.
Kristine McCormick
RT @nataliejanette: I vote for @kristinebrite for a Shorty Award in #health because she and #Cora save lives
nataliejanette
I vote for @kristinebrite for a Shorty Award in #health because she and #Cora save lives
7th
Sophie Wilkinson
Sophie Wilkinson was a 17 year old vibrant teenager who was involved in a car accident that left her with extensive neuro injuries. She continues to astound.
Wolfgang Franosch
I nominate @sophiewilkinson for a Shorty Award in #health because every vote counts. Do you hear people?
8th
Leah Segedie
Chief Mom of Bookieboo & Mamavation, Lost over 170 lbs., WAHM, Trojan, Earth Footwear Spokesperson, social media consultant, & Tae Bo enthusiast.
Katie Sanchez
I nominate @bookieboo for a Shorty Award in #health because she is inspirational to those of us who are losing weight!
Jennifer McCullar
I nominate @bookieboo for a Shorty Award in #health because..helps others realize their health goals can b accomplished
9th
David Archuleta
I'm David. I like music.
Jessica
I vote for @DavidArchie for a Shorty Award in #health because he's always eating healthy foods & running(like his song)
Keigh Mich Billick
I nominate @DavidArchie for a Shorty Award in #health because running makes him feel good.
10th
Stephanie Quilao
Deliciously creative healthy living blogger who believes in tiny acts of change. I tweet Health, Fitness, Eats, Work, Inspiration. Also tweets food @noshtopia.
Isabella Products
I nominate @skinnyjeans for a Shorty Award in #health because she informs us with tid-bits that are practical!
Jessica Bair
I nominate @skinnyjeans in category #health for all her insights and interesting tidbits in health, beauty & fitness! She rox!
Suzanne Sergis
I nominate @skinnyjeans for a Shorty Award in #health because she promotes drinking water with fun hydration nudges.
65 votes in health
11th
Wee Sally TM
West Lothian Massage Therapist. Promoting the benefits of Massage Therapy to the masses.
12th
RH Reality Check
News, commentary and community for reproductive health and justice.
Amanda Kenworthy
I nominate @rhrealitycheck for a Shorty Award in #health because they inform me about important health matters.
Courtny Hopen
I nominate @rhrealitycheck for a Shorty Award in #health bc they helped me educate myself, my friends, and my students.
jessiebennett
I nominate @rhrealitycheck for a Shorty Award in #health because they have the best coverage of women's health anywhere
13th
Doug Ulman
Cancer survivor, Pres/CEO of LAF, runner, golfer, traveler, social activist, optimist, avid reader, and fearful flyer.
amberwadey
I nominate @LIVESTRONGCEO for a Shorty Award in #health because... he stands up for what he believes in.
jpoppy
I nominate @LIVESTRONGCEO for a Shorty Award in #health because...Doug is tireless in his work and an inspiration to me
Larry Johnson
I nominate @LIVESTRONGCEO for a Shorty Award in #health because...of his healthy lifestyle, personality and dedication
14th
Babs & Sunny Forsyth
A Not-for-profit org creating a simple filter to bring clean water to the world.
Marijan Luvlee Mugot
I nominate @abundantwater for a Shorty Award in #health coz i don't want to see people dying coz a lack of clean water
Clinton
Please vote & RT my friends @abundantwater #health in The Shorty Awards http://shortyaward...
Babs & Sunny Forsyth
RT @skoobly: I nominate @abundantwater for a Shorty Award in #health because they bringing clean water to those who need it. TY!
15th
isagenixintl
World Leader in Nutritional Cleansing™
Christine Cox
I nominate @isagenixintl for a Shorty Award in #health 'cause they are redefining network marketing and CHANGING lives!
Pam Phillips
I nominate @isagenixintl for a Shorty Award in #health because...everyone on the planet can benefit from these systems!
Ruth Shapovalov
I nominate @isagenixintl for a Shorty Award in #health because the products do what they claim to do. Every time.
16th
katieschwartz
Comedy Writer. Health/Humor freelance writer LIVESTRONG.com, Examiner.com. Founder @DearThyroid. Neurotic. Shocked?!
Jenn
I vote for @katieschwartz for a Shorty Award in #health because she unites thyroid disease sufferers to raise awareness
Lori Callahan
I nominate @katieschwartz for a Shorty Award in #health because...She rocks thyroid awareness EVERY SINGLE DAY!!! Thx K
Christina Hütten
I nominate @katieschwartz for a Shorty Award in #health because she does an awesome job informing/supporting patients.
17th
Alan Greene
Stanford Physician, Author Raising Baby Green & Feeding Baby Green, #1 Pediatrician Website DrGreene.com, President Society for Participatory Medicine, Foodie
Baby Planner
We nominate @DrGreene for a Shorty Award in #health because he provides valuable information to parents on how to raise healthy children!
V K Dunlop
I nominate @DrGreene for a Shorty Award in #health because he’s knowledgeable and dedicated—and approachable.
18th
HL&S
Healing Lifestyles and Spas... Live Mindfully, Eat Joyfully, Travel Consciously
Marie-Veronique
RT I nominate @healingspas for a Shorty Award in #health because they share great wellness info with many!
MySkinConcierge Ava
#shortyawards @healingspas #health because they share their great spa and eco info!
Sherri R Myers
I nominate @healingspas for a Shorty Award in #health because they share their wellness resources with so many
19th
Dr. Gregory House
Head of Department of Diagnostic Medicine, Princeton Plainsboro Teaching Hospital
Liz Fleming
I nominate @Greg_House_MD for a Shorty Award in #health because of all the lives he has saved despite their idiocy.
Remy Hadley
I nominate @Greg_House_MD for a Shorty Award in #health because he cares more about the puzzle then the patient.
46 votes in health
10 votes in humor
4 votes in sexiesttwitterer
3 votes in music
2 votes in egocentric
10 votes in humor
4 votes in sexiesttwitterer
3 votes in music
2 votes in egocentric
20th
SparkPeople.com
Our mission is to SPARK millions of PEOPLE to reach their goals and lead healthier lives. 100% FREE tools, resources & support! Tweets by @tmetzner & SP Team
Natalie L. Nichols
I vote for @SparkPeople for a Shorty Award in #health because it has helped millions lose weight FOR FREE! :)
Tim Metzner
I vote for @SparkPeople for a Shorty Award in #health because they have helped so many reach goals!
Christie
I vote 4 @SparkPeople 4 a Shorty Award in #health b/c they promote sensible, scientific approach 2 nutrition & fitness.
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