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- Leisure Living With The Shih Tzu - by Submitted on Apr 02, 2008 from Connie LimonThe Shih Tzu, enigmatic and regal, and a glorious long, thick coat is a glamorous and beautiful canine. The Shih Tzu often comes across as haughty and disdainful in appearance, however, the true character of a Shih Tzu is a fun-loving clown who loves to provide its audience lots of happiness, ...
Views: 1996 - Diagnosing Autism Spectrum Disorders - by Submitted on May 05, 2007 from Connie LimonAn early diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder is important so that earlier needed interventions can begin, however, there are still many concerns about “labeling” a young child with autism spectrum disorder. There is a lot of evidence that indicates intensive early intervention in optimal ...
Views: 1984 - Substitute Teacher Tips: Student Organization - by Submitted on Nov 08, 2007 from Connie LimonManaging your classroom refers to: • Organizing students • Space • Time • And materials You want to organize all the above in order to maximize effective teaching and student learning. Since you are a substitute teacher, the permanent teacher probably has already done quite a bit of ...
Views: 1972 - Persian Cats: A Regal And Respected Cat Breed - by Submitted on Apr 05, 2008 from Connie LimonA Persian’s head is round, massive, and well set on a short thick neck. The ears are small and set far apart. The nose is short and snub with a break. Some experts believe the delicate, silky texture of the Persian coat is attributed to a Persian-Angora cross. The coat of an Angora white ...
Views: 1971 - Healthy Food Choices for Babies and Toddlers - by Submitted on Jul 07, 2007 from Connie LimonBreast milk has all the appropriate vitamins and minerals for babies. Best choice of milk for children after age 1 is “whole milk.” It is recommended to switch to low-fat milk after age 2 or 3. Things to watch out for: • Iron is important. Make sure your child gets enough iron • Calcium is ...
Views: 1933 - Shih Tzu – Difficult Deliveries - by Submitted on Oct 20, 2007 from Connie LimonMost Shih Tzu puppies present themselves normally at birth. There are times, very few times, of which I have experienced with the Shih Tzu that required assistance. Usually the most difficult Shih Tzu puppy birth is the first one. Delivery of a dry Shih Tzu puppy or overly large Shih Tzu ...
Views: 1911 - Tips on Understanding and Living with a Child Who has Autism - by Submitted on Apr 27, 2007 from Connie LimonGrowing up with a friend or a sibling who has autism can be frustrating if you don’t understand what having autism is all about for that friend or sibling. Children with autism sometimes have a difficult time understanding what we say or what our facial and body expressions mean. You should ...
Views: 1887 - Jesus Explains Blasphemy against the Holy Ghost and the Idling of Time - by Submitted on Jul 22, 2007 from Connie LimonA person possessed with a devil, blind, and dumb was brought to Jesus. When Jesus healed the person he began to see and could hear. All the people who saw this were amazed and said, Is this the son of David? However, when the Pharisees heard of it, they said, this man called Jesus, does not ...
Views: 1856(1 vote) - Great Smoky Mountains National Park in Gatlinburg, Tennessee Vacation Idea - by Submitted on Sep 26, 2007 from Connie LimonThe Great Smoky Mountains National Park in Gatlinburg, Tennessee is the most visited National Park in the United States. It is rich in Southern Appalachian history spanning thousands of years from the prehistoric Paleo Indians to early European settlement in the 1800s to loggers and Civilian ...
Views: 1823 - A Brief Summary Of Personality Disorders - by Submitted on Dec 11, 2007 from Connie LimonPersonality disorders usually refer to personality traits that are extreme or that cause enough difficulty in a person’s life to interfere with daily functioning to the point of “disabling.” A true personality disorder is more severe than simple negative personality traits we all show at ...
Views: 1788 - Vacation Ideas: Weekend Getaway Trip To Rehoboth Beach, Delaware - by Submitted on Sep 30, 2007 from Connie LimonRehoboth Beach is one of Delaware’s most popular resort towns. It has long been a traditional summer getaway for families. At Rehoboth Beach you can enjoy an old-fashioned beach vacation that even includes a boardwalk. Funland, an amusement park is nearby. If you need to travel by plane, ...
Views: 1741 - Medical Transcriptionist’s Role with Medical Report Formats and Style - by Submitted on Jul 24, 2007 from Connie LimonMedical report formats and styles vary according to your location. The examination portion of a routine History and Physical report might be transcribed in block paragraph form or with indentations, hanging paragraphs, with subheadings in all capitals, or subheadings in upper and lowercase ...
Views: 1720 - Allergic Reactions to Mold - by Submitted on Feb 03, 2008 from Connie LimonMold is a common cause of allergy. There are thousands of types of molds and yeasts, however, only a small number of molds are widely recognized to cause allergic reactions. Allergic rhinitis can result when tiny fungal spores, or sometimes pieces of fungi is inhaled. These small, mold spores ...
Views: 1706 - Vacation Ideas: The Japanese Garden, Portland, Oregon, USA - by Submitted on Oct 13, 2007 from Connie LimonThe Japanese Garden located at 611 S.W. Kingston Ave. in Portland, Oregon offers public tours three times a day during April 1 to October 31 at 10:45 a.m., 1:00 p.m. and 2:30 p.m. The tours are free with admission and there is no reservation required. On Monday, the Garden opens at noon with ...
Views: 1700 - Jesus and his Followers Must seek after those who are Sick and in Need of Healing - by Submitted on Jul 20, 2007 from Connie LimonSome of the scribes who saw Jesus heal a man sick of the palsy and also forgave the man of his sins accused Jesus of blaspheming within their hearts. Jesus knew their thoughts and asked why think this evil of him in their hearts? Jesus told the scribes it is just as easy to forgive the sins of ...
Views: 1687(1 vote) - Thumb, Finger and Pacifier Sucking Habits: What Should You Do? - by Submitted on Aug 06, 2007 from Connie LimonBaby and Toddler thumb sucking habits are very common. These habits are considered to have a soothing and calming effect on babies and toddlers. There is a natural need to suck present in all infants. Infants have been known to suck their thumbs before they are born and right after being ...
Views: 1669 - Vacation Ideas: The Salisbury House In Des Moines, Iowa - by Submitted on Oct 03, 2007 from Connie LimonThe Salisbury House & Gardens is located at 4025 Tonawanda Drive, Des Moines, Iowa, U.S.A. It is a 42-room mansion in the likeness of the King’s House in Salisbury, England. The American Castle sits on a ten-acre estate of virgin woodlands. Original owners of the house, Carl and Edith Weeks, ...
Views: 1659 - Jesus and the Parable of the Sower and Why This Is - by Submitted on Jul 23, 2007 from Connie LimonGreat multitudes gathered around Jesus to hear his words. Jesus went into a ship and the multitude of people interested in his words stood on the shore. Jesus spoke many things to them in parables. His disciples asked him why you speak to the multitude of people in parables. Jesus answered ...
Views: 1633 - Vacation Ideas: Temple Square, Salt Lake City, Utah, USA - by Submitted on Oct 18, 2007 from Connie LimonTemple Square is located in downtown Salt Lake City situated on a beautifully landscaped 10-acre plot of ground. It is one of Utah’s most visited attractions. Mormon Tabernacle Choir and Tabernacle Organ Visit the home of the world-famous Mormon Tabernacle Choir. The auditorium is ...
Views: 1621 - Vacation Ideas: The Ethan Allen Homestead, Burlington, Vermont, USA - by Submitted on Oct 20, 2007 from Connie LimonThe Ethan Allen Homestead is a short drive from downtown Burlington, Vermont. The scenery is spectacular. Stop for a riverside picnic or walk. The Homestead depicts the lifestyles lived in the 18th century, and a close look at one of Vermont’s most colorful and controversial founders – Ethan ...
Views: 1618 - Helping Children And Youth With Bipolar Disorder - by Submitted on Mar 21, 2008 from Connie LimonBipolar disorder is a brain disorder characteristic of persistent, overwhelming and uncontrollable changes in: • Moods • Activities • Thoughts • And behaviors If there is a family history of bipolar disorder or depression, a child has a much greater chance of having ...
Views: 1615 - Senior Health: Folate And Vitamin B12 Concerns - by Submitted on Nov 30, 2007 from Connie LimonAgricultural Research Service funded researchers to look into links between dietary intakes of two B vitamins and mental agility among seniors. Agricultural Research Service is the United States Department of Agriculture’s chief scientific research agency. The vitamins studied ...
Views: 1593(1 vote) - True, Long Lasting Love Does Exist: First Make the Person Fall in Love with You! - by Submitted on Aug 13, 2007 from Connie LimonThe first few moments you meet someone can be decisive as to whether or not the two of you are a “match.” Scientists tell us these first impressions of each other that determine your future together happens in just a few minutes. If you want the other person to like you there are a few ...
Views: 1573 - How Can You Differentiate Between The Symptoms of Allergy, Asthma And The Common Cold? - by Submitted on Feb 02, 2008 from Connie LimonMany scientists think some people inherit the tendency to be allergic from one or both parents. However, they probably do not inherit a tendency to be allergic to any specific allergen. If both parents have allergies, their children are more likely to develop allergies. Allergy defined: • An ...
Views: 1555 - Vacation Ideas: WaterFire Providence, Rhode Island, USA - by Submitted on Oct 16, 2007 from Connie LimonThis is an award-winning sculpture installed on the three rivers of downtown Providence, Rhode Island. Stroll the paths of Waterplace Park and enjoy enchanting music from around the world. There are one hundred sparkling bonfires and silhouettes of the fire tenders who pass by the flames, as ...
Views: 1541 - Can Our Economy and Health Care System Survive Aging Baby Boomers? - by Submitted on Jul 08, 2007 from Connie LimonThe generation of people born between the years of 1940 and 1960 are expected to have major effects on health and social service systems. By the year 2030, about one out of every five Americans, or 20% of our population, will be a senior citizen in the United States. In other countries such as ...
Views: 1518(1 vote) - Adopting and Fostering Children with Fetal Alcohol Syndrome Disorders - by Submitted on Mar 18, 2008 from Connie LimonOne of the most fulfilling, but toughest, jobs in the entire world is “parenting.” Parenting children with special needs, such as fetal alcohol spectrum disorders brings its own set of challenges. Many parents of children with an FASD are adoptive or foster parents. Some of these ...
Views: 1504 - Ashford Castle: A Place Where Time Seems To Stand Still - by Submitted on Apr 12, 2008 from Connie LimonOne of the most exclusive luxury hotels in the World is Ashford Castle. Ashford Castle is located in Cong, Co Mayo, Ireland. This 13th Century Castle is hidden in over 350 acres of wooded parkland and stands as a monument to a fascinating history of days gone by. Ashford Castle was once the ...
Views: 1499(2 votes) - What Causes Seasonal Allergy and what can we do to protect ourselves? - by Submitted on Feb 02, 2008 from Connie LimonTiny pollen grains are released from trees, weeds, and grasses each spring, summer and fall. Pollen is necessary to fertilize parts of other plants; however, many never reach their destination. Pollen instead enters human noses and throats causing a type of seasonal allergic rhinitis called ...
Views: 1470 - Enchanted Islands: About Corfu Greece - by Submitted on Mar 19, 2008 from Connie LimonThis enchanted island is one of the most popular destinations in Greece. The island attracts thousands of visitors every year. Corfu Greece is situated in the northernmost part of the Ionian Islands group and lies at the entrance of the Adriatic Sea in front of Albania. Population on the ...
Views: 1465(2 votes) - Types of Nipples, Medications, and Fathers be Supportive and Helpful during Breastfeeding - by Submitted on Aug 22, 2007 from Connie LimonEach breastfeeding woman has to find her own routine with settings and positions that work best for her and the baby. Each woman experiences a unique experience while breastfeeding. It is not unusual for breastfeeding mothers to return to jobs outside of their homes after a baby is born. When ...
Views: 1444 - Vacation Ideas: The Idaho Botanical Garden in Boise, Idaho - by Submitted on Oct 01, 2007 from Connie LimonThe Idaho Botanical Garden is located at 2355 Old Penitentiary Road, Boise, Idaho 83712. Telephone number is 208-343-8649, Toll Free is 877-527-8233. The Botanical Garden is open Monday thru Thursday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Friday 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., Saturday and Sunday, 10:00 a.m. to ...
Views: 1436 - Massachusetts Attractions: Newbury Street - by Submitted on Aug 17, 2007 from Connie LimonNewbury Street is a 2 mile long stretch that was once part of the Boston Harbor. By 1882 almost all the buildings were built in European design with wide boulevards, grid patterns and parkways. The 2 mile long stretch became a prestigious and exclusive residential neighborhood and was the most ...
Views: 1423(1 vote) - Possible Outcomes of Drinking Alcohol during Pregnancy - by Submitted on Mar 18, 2008 from Connie LimonTo improve the health outcomes of individuals with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders it is important to: • Receive an early diagnosis • Pursue the appropriate services • And create a stable home environment Possible physical effects of Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders ...
Views: 1422 - Persian Cats: The Silver And Golden - by Submitted on Mar 29, 2008 from Connie LimonIt has been said that in times passed the silvers were hard to handle. This is not true today. Persian cat breeders have worked hard to eliminate behavior problems. The silvers are however, described as being different in personality from Persians of other colors. Some of those differences ...
Views: 1421 - Basic Qualities of a Medical Transcriptionist - by Submitted on Jul 13, 2007 from Connie LimonA transcriber is the machine that plays a dictated report through a set of headsets. The headset fits over the head somewhat like a headband with two little round plugs you plug into your ears. There is a foot pedal that usually has three sections. The middle section when pressed by your foot ...
Views: 1409 - Persian Cats: Toy Review - by Submitted on Mar 22, 2008 from Connie LimonAll the toys reviewed in this article are available for under $25. Fishy Fun Cat Toy: Indoor cats will be thrilled with the hunt. Fishy Fun Cat Toy challenges a cat’s natural hunting and stalking instincts. Cats, including the Persian, love to roll, pounce, and chase after the 3 ½” – ...
Views: 1387 - Persian Cats: A Brief Smoke Color History - by Submitted on Apr 01, 2008 from Connie LimonThe origin of smokes is not known. Long time smoke breeders seem to agree that the smoke colored Persian cats evolved from breeding silver tabbies to blacks and blues. The early smokes had green eyes. Breeders began to cross their resulting smoke offspring from the silvers back to blacks and ...
Views: 1378 - Persian Cats Making A Commitment - by Submitted on Mar 28, 2008 from Connie LimonAs longhaired cats became more and more popular in Europe, especially in England, British owners created clubs based on color. The blue longhairs were most popular in the late 1800’s. Queen Victoria had a pair of colorful blue felines. The Governing Council of the Cat Fancy was formed in ...
Views: 1375 - What is Klinefelter Syndrome and is there Effective Treatments? - by Submitted on Feb 05, 2008 from Connie LimonThis is also known as the XXY condition. It is a term used to describe males who have an extra X chromosome in most of their cells. The normal or usual chromosome pattern in males is XY. All men with Klinefelter syndrome have the extra X chromosome; however, not every XXY male has all of the ...
Views: 1340 - Persian Cats: A Mystery Of The Cat Breeds - by Submitted on Mar 28, 2008 from Connie LimonThe Persian cats are a breed all their own and the most popular cat in America. They have many special qualities and unique habits, which help to make them the most popular and beloved cat in America. Cat owners around the world have discovered the many benefits of becoming friends to the ...
Views: 1326 - Massachusetts Attractions: The Salem Witch Museum - by Submitted on Aug 17, 2007 from Connie LimonThe Salem Witch Museum is located on Washington Square in Salem, Massachusetts. The museum will take you back in time to the summer in which hundreds were accused, imprisoned and hanged for practicing witchcraft. Bridget Bishop was tried on June 2 and hanged on June 10 setting the precedent ...
Views: 1323(1 vote) - Vacation Ideas: The Lied Discovery Children’s Museum, Las Vegas, Nevada - by Submitted on Oct 08, 2007 from Connie LimonThis children’s museum is located on 833 Las Vegas Boulevard North in Las Vegas, Nevada. It has been open to the public since September of 1990. The museum serves as a major educational institution for children and families in the Las Vegas metropolitan area. As of the year of 2007, more than ...
Views: 1323 - Dry And Wet forms Of Age-related Macular Degeneration Overview - by Submitted on Feb 12, 2008 from Connie LimonWe use our central vision every day for seeing objects clearly and for reading and driving. The eye disease that gradually destroys sharp, central vision associated with aging is age-related macular degeneration or AMD. AMD affects the macula. This is the part of the eye that allows you to ...
Views: 1316 - Colleges and Universities in Baltimore, Maryland Part V - by Submitted on Jul 31, 2007 from Connie LimonMorgan State University Morgan State University at 1700 East Cold Spring Lane, Baltimore, Maryland sits on a spacious 140-acre campus nestled among rolling hills of Northeast Baltimore. Morgan State University has earned a national reputation as a progressive institution for higher learning ...
Views: 1312 - Tips To Guard Against Memory, Language And Personality Losses as we Age - by Submitted on Mar 14, 2008 from Connie LimonThe most common source of memory, language and personality losses in the elderly is Alzheimer’s disease. There is no known cure. Recent research uncovered a new gene, which is “SORL1,” that, when functioning normally, protects against and reduces the likelihood of developing Alzheimer’s ...
Views: 1311 - An Overview Of Amenorrhea - by Submitted on Feb 08, 2008 from Connie LimonThe absence of a menstrual period is called “amenorrhea.” There are two kinds: • Primary: When a young girl has not yet had a period by age 16 • Secondary: A woman who used to have a regular period but then stopped for at least three months (this can include pregnancy) Signs of amenorrhea ...
Views: 1309 - Origin Of The Chinese Crested And Other Hairless Breeds - by Submitted on Mar 19, 2008 from Connie LimonThe true origin of hairless breeds, including the Chinese Crested, of the world is steeped in myths and legends. Because of its genus Canis Africanus name, it is felt the numerous hairless breeds originated in Africa. The hairless breeds have survived through centuries and are found in many ...
Views: 1308 - Mental Health: What is Generalized Anxiety Disorder? - by Submitted on Jan 02, 2008 from Connie LimonGeneralized anxiety disorder is characterized by feelings of exaggerated worry and tension, even though there is little or nothing to substantiate the feelings. People with this disorder: • Often anticipate disaster • Are overly concerned about health issues • Overly concerned about ...
Views: 1293 - Baltimore Family Attractions: The Walters Art Museum Part 1 - by Submitted on Aug 06, 2007 from Connie LimonThe Walters Art Museum is located at 600 North Charles Street in Baltimore’s historic Mt. Vernon Cultural District. Mt. Vernon’s Cultural District is about one mile north of the Inner Harbor. The museum is located near the MTA bus lines (Nos. 3, 11, 31, 61 and 64) and the Centre Street Light ...
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