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- Vacation Ideas: The Children’s Museum At Yunker Farm in Fargo, North Dakota, USA - by Submitted on Oct 11, 2007 from Connie LimonThe Children’s Museum at Yunker Farm is located at 1201 28th Avenue N in Fargo, North Dakota with a phone number of 701-232-6102. The museum is located in a house built by Newton Whitman in 1876. The house was the first brick house built in Dakota Territory. The Whitman family lived in the ...
Views: 1288 - Is Hormone Replacement Therapy Right For You? - by Submitted on Feb 05, 2008 from Connie LimonHormone replacement therapy is sometimes called estrogen replacement therapy or ERT. This therapy refers to a woman taking supplements of hormones like estrogen or estrogen with another hormone called progesterone. Hormone replacement therapy replaces hormones a woman’s body should make ...
Views: 1287 - A Look At Dog Food Ingredients That Promotes Good Health For Your Shih Tzu - by Submitted on Oct 25, 2007 from Connie LimonA high quality dog food for the Shih Tzu does not contain by-products or inferior grains, chemical additives or preservatives of any kind. By-products, inferior grains, chemical additives and preservatives are all known to be harmful to your Shih Tzu. Many times dog food manufacturers will ...
Views: 1284 - Career Descriptions: Billing, Posting Clerks And Machine Operators - by Submitted on Nov 15, 2007 from Connie LimonA more common name for billing, posting clerks and machine operators is “billing clerks.” Responsibilities include: • Compiling records of charges for services rendered or goods sold • Calculating and recording the amounts of these services and goods • Preparing invoices to be mailed to ...
Views: 1272 - Vacation Ideas: Portland Head Light in Cape Elizabeth and Fort Williams Park in Maine - by Submitted on Oct 04, 2007 from Connie LimonThe Portland Head Light is situated along the shores of Fort Williams Park at 1000 Shore Road. It is a popular landmark owned and managed by the Town of Cape Elizabeth, Maine. Visit the Museum at Portland Head Light contained within the former Keepers’ Quarters that features many lighthouse ...
Views: 1270 - Enchanted Islands: About Santorini Greece - by Submitted on Mar 08, 2008 from Connie LimonOne of the most popular destinations in Greece is Santorini. Thousands of tourists visit Santorini every year. Santorini Greece is home to one of the most spectacular landscapes in the world. Tourists traveling to Santorini Greece will discover: • The famous submerged caldera • The volcano’s ...
Views: 1263(2 votes) - Visit the John F. Kennedy Hyannis Museum - by Submitted on Apr 20, 2008 from Connie LimonThis museum is located at 397 Main Street, Hyannis, Massachusetts. Our 35th President adored the sea and shores of Hyannis Port like no other place on earth. He contemplated and accepted his run for office here and reconnected with his humanity. At the JFK Hyannis Museum you can discover why ...
Views: 1259(2 votes) - Enchanted Islands: The Beaches Of Santorini Greece - by Submitted on Mar 08, 2008 from Connie LimonThe island of Santorini Greece has many beaches. The most famous beaches of the island are: • Perissa • Kamari • Monolithos • Red Beach There are black sand and deep blue waters in the beaches of Kamari, Perissa and Monolithos. These beaches are located on the east side of the island and in ...
Views: 1252(2 votes) - Attention-deficit/hyperactivity Disorder In Children Symptoms - by Submitted on Mar 22, 2008 from Connie LimonAttention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder is sometimes called ADHD. It is a chronic condition and the most commonly diagnosed behavioral disorder among children and adolescents, and affects between 3 and 5 percent of school-aged children in a 6-month period (U.S. Department of Health and Human ...
Views: 1250 - Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder In Children - by Submitted on Jan 14, 2008 from Connie LimonOne of the most common mental disorders that develop in children is Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). Children with this disorder will experience impaired functioning in: • The home • The school • Relationships with peers Treatment in childhood is necessary to help avoid ...
Views: 1238 - What Is A Counselor? Part 1 - by Submitted on Feb 29, 2008 from Connie LimonA counselor’s duties vary and depend upon their specialty. Often, their specialty is determined by the setting in which they work and the population they serve. Counselors assist people with a variety of problems with: • Personal issues • Family concerns • Education • Mental health • And ...
Views: 1212 - Mental Health: What Are Social Phobias And Specific Phobias? - by Submitted on Jan 02, 2008 from Connie LimonSocial phobia, also called social anxiety disorder, is characterized by overwhelming anxiousness and excessive self-consciousness in everyday social situations. Common symptoms are: • Intense, persistent, and chronic fear of being watched and judged by others • And of doing things that will ...
Views: 1202 - Vacation Ideas: Alabama Jazz Hall of Fame - by Submitted on Sep 27, 2007 from Connie LimonThe Alabama Jazz Hall of Fame is located in the historic Carver Theater on 4th Avenue Business District in Birmingham, Alabama. The museum is in the Civil Rights District at 1631 4th Avenue North, in Birmingham, Alabama. Admission is free, and the hours are 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Tuesday ...
Views: 1196 - Gestational Diabetes: How To Stay Healthy If You Have It - by Submitted on Feb 02, 2008 from Connie LimonGestational diabetes is a type of diabetes that only pregnant women get. If a woman never had diabetes before, then she has gestational diabetes. Gestational diabetes occurs in about 5 percent of all pregnancies. Between 24-28 weeks of pregnancy your health care provider will test you for ...
Views: 1188 - Enchanted Islands: Honeymoons In Santorini Greece - by Submitted on Mar 08, 2008 from Connie LimonCouples from all around the world choose Santorini for their dream wedding and honeymoon where there is breathtaking sunsets, a deep blue sea and an extremely romantic atmosphere. This article will review a few of the numerous accommodations available in Santorini for planning a honeymoon in ...
Views: 1185(2 votes) - The Effects of Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders - by Submitted on Mar 17, 2008 from Connie LimonThe effects of fetal alcohol spectrum disorders vary widely from person to person. These may include: • Difficulties in an individual’s ability to succeed at home, school or work, and in social situations may arise at different ages • Brain damage is the most serious effect ...
Views: 1183 - Massachusetts Attractions: The John F. Kennedy Birthplace Historical Site - by Submitted on Aug 23, 2007 from Connie LimonThe John Fitzgerald Kennedy National Historic Site located at 83 Beals Street in Brookline, Massachusetts preserves the birthplace of America’s 35th president. Tours of the house are offered seasonally. The president’s mother returned to the house in 1967 and restored it to the best of her ...
Views: 1178(1 vote) - Living in Massachusetts Towns and Cities: Abington, Massachusetts - by Submitted on Aug 23, 2007 from Connie LimonAbington is a small community of approximately 13,000 people. The town is located 12 miles south of Boston and was first settled by European settlers in 1668. During the nineteenth and early twentieth century, the manufacture of boots and shoes was its primary industry. Nearly half of the ...
Views: 1174(2 votes) - Theories of Aging Part I - by Submitted on Jul 09, 2007 from Connie LimonThe Wear and Tear Theory The Wear and Tear Theory was first introduced by Dr. August Weismann, a German biologist in 1882. He believed aging occurred when the body and its cells were damaged by overuse and abuse. The major organs of the body such as the liver, stomach, kidneys, skin and so on ...
Views: 1153(1 vote) - Companion Animal Dietary Supplements Part 2: What to Look For In Quality Agility Supplements - by Submitted on Mar 15, 2008 from Connie LimonWhen you start to choose an Agility Dietary Supplement consider the following: • Choose a formula that will help maintain healthy joint cartilage and connective tissue as well as one to aid in the production of healthy synovial fluid, which lubricates the joints • Look for agility supplements ...
Views: 1145 - Vacation Ideas: The Indianapolis Motor Speedway And The Hall of Fame Museum - by Submitted on Oct 02, 2007 from Connie LimonFive miles northwest of Indiana’s capital city, the Indianapolis Motor Speedway was built on 328 acres of farmland in the spring of 1909. It was first planned as a year-round testing facility for the fast-growing automobile industry in Indiana. There were occasional race meets presented at the ...
Views: 1145 - Mental Health: What Is Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder? - by Submitted on Dec 31, 2007 from Connie LimonSymptoms of obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) include: • Persistent, upsetting thoughts (obsessions) • Using rituals (compulsions) to control the anxiety these thoughts produce It is common for these rituals to end up controlling those performing them. Some ritual examples ...
Views: 1143 - DHEA Supplements: Possible Benefits of Maintaining Youth and the Possible Side Effects - by Submitted on May 03, 2007 from Connie LimonThe most abundant steroid in the human body is DHEA. DHEA is produced by the adrenal glands. DHEA is involved in creating testosterone, estrogen, progesterone, and corticosterone. As we age the production of DHEA declines. By age 75 the body makes only 10 to 20 percent what it produced at ...
Views: 1142 - Mental Health: What Is A Panic Disorder? - by Submitted on Dec 31, 2007 from Connie LimonPanic disorder is an illness characterized by sudden attacks of terror. These episodes are usually accompanied by: • A pounding heart • Sweatiness • Weakness • Faintness • Dizziness During the attack, people may flush or feel chilled. Hands may tingle or feel numb. Nausea, chest pain or ...
Views: 1142 - Colleges and Universities in Baltimore, Maryland Part IV - by Submitted on Jul 31, 2007 from Connie LimonLoyola College Loyola College at 4501 North Charles Street in Baltimore, Maryland was established in 1852. It is a Jesuit Catholic comprehensive university offering undergraduate, masters and doctoral programs. The undergraduate program features 34 disciplines and four pre-professional ...
Views: 1140 - Enchanted Islands: Choosing A Yachting Charter Company For St. John Caribbean Vacation - by Submitted on Mar 09, 2008 from Connie LimonThe Caribbean is like finding heaven on earth. There are a total of 60 pristine islands that make up the US and British Virgin Islands. You will be sure to find a vibrant lifestyle, white sand beaches and warm turquoise waters. The islands of the Caribbean have beguiled sailors for centuries. ...
Views: 1139(2 votes) - Breastfeeding Tips - by Submitted on Feb 29, 2008 from Connie LimonThere may be times when your baby does not take enough milk and your breasts may become uncomfortably full, hard or warm. You can: • Make sure baby latches on correctly and that you are positioned correctly • Breastfeed newborns 8 – 12 times in a 24 hour period • Avoid pacifiers and bottles ...
Views: 1130 - Is Chiropractic Care During Pregnancy Right For You? - by Submitted on Jun 28, 2007 from Connie LimonPregnancy can put pressure on the sciatic nerve that causes leg pain. Some chiropractors say they are able to resolve this problem. They also say there are techniques that will help ensure a safe and easy delivery. . The actual goal with chiropractic care during pregnancy is to make the ...
Views: 1128(1 vote) - How to Keep Your Shih Tzu Puppy Safe - by Submitted on Jun 27, 2007 from Connie LimonAvoid upset from a Shih Tzu puppy wondering off and getting lost. Learn how to prevent illness or injuries. It is always so much more heartbreaking to find out after the fact that you could have done something to prevent an illness or injury. In this article I hope to share with you some good ...
Views: 1121 - Vacation Ideas: The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum, Cleveland, Ohio, USA - by Submitted on Oct 12, 2007 from Connie LimonThe Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum is located at: One Key Plaza, 751 Erieside Ave., Cleveland, Ohio 44114, USA The building was designed by internationally renowned architect I.M. Pei. The Museum’s collection is known as one of the most important rock and roll collections in the ...
Views: 1120 - Baltimore Family Attractions: The Walters Art Museum Part 2 - by Submitted on Aug 06, 2007 from Connie LimonFamily Flick Days are held on the first Saturday of every month currently (2007). Films cover a variety of themes relating to the museum’s drop-in activities topics. Family Flicks films are always chosen with the child and their family in mind and are free of charge. Films are shown in the ...
Views: 1104(2 votes) - Disorders During Pregnancy That Can Cause Problems For Women And/Or The Fetus - by Submitted on Nov 22, 2007 from Connie LimonWomen can develop disorders during pregnancy that increase the risk of problems for the pregnant woman and/or the fetus. In this article you will read about a few of those disorders which include: • High fever • Infections • Disorders that require abdominal surgery Examples of disorders more ...
Views: 1102 - Baltimore, Maryland Tours Part 1 - by Submitted on Aug 12, 2007 from Connie LimonBaltimore, Maryland is a thriving city. It has an incredible history. The absolute best way to sightsee all that Baltimore has to see is through the city tours. The Baltimore Trolley Tour The Baltimore Trolley Tour takes visitors to see all the major sights in Baltimore. The tour last 90 ...
Views: 1087(2 votes) - Vermont Attractions: Hildene, The Lincoln Family Home Part 1 - by Submitted on Aug 13, 2007 from Connie LimonHis father, Abraham Lincoln, was born in a log cabin and came from the humblest rank in life to become over our nation during a very momentous period of our history. One generation later, Robert Todd Lincoln, the only child of Abraham and Mary Todd Lincoln to live to adulthood, became Chairman ...
Views: 1086(2 votes) - Vermont Attractions: Hildene, The Lincoln Family Home Part 2 - by Submitted on Aug 14, 2007 from Connie LimonThe animals on the farm at Hildene are managed using rotational grazing. They are moved onto fresh grass many times during the growing season. The formal garden was designed by Robert Todd Lincoln’s daughter, Jessie in 1907. Her desire for the look of the garden was for it to resemble a ...
Views: 1065(2 votes) - Eat Plenty Of Folic Acid To Help Decrease Risk Of Alzheimer’s disease - by Submitted on Dec 09, 2007 from Connie LimonEat plenty of folic acid to help cut in halve the risk of Alzheimer’s disease according to a recent study conducted by the U.S. National Institute on Aging. Folic acid is found in: • Oranges • Lemons • Green vegetables The U.S. National Institute on Aging experts studied adults over a period ...
Views: 1063(1 vote) - The Medical Transcriptionist’s Role in Editing Physician Dictation - by Submitted on Jul 17, 2007 from Connie LimonMedical writing differs in technique from writing essay and manuscripts for publication. The writing of an essay or manuscript requires adherence to prescribed forms, style, and syntax. The writer often generates several draft copies before finishing a polished document for ...
Views: 1055 - Mushrooms are Overlooked Sources of Great Nutrition - by Submitted on Dec 05, 2007 from Connie LimonMushrooms are less colorful than other fruits and vegetables and are often overlooked for their nutritional value as well. Mushrooms are actually very nutrient dense providing a range of many essential minerals, nutrients and antioxidants that include: • Copper • B ...
Views: 1042 - Vacation Ideas: The Submarine Force Museum in Groton, Connecticut, Home to NAUTILUS Part 1 - by Submitted on Sep 29, 2007 from Connie LimonA visit to the Submarine Force Museum in Connecticut is like peering into the lives of the men who sail the ocean depths. Learn about the development of the “silent service” from Bushnell’s Turtle that was used in the Revolutionary War, to the modern Virginia and Ohio class submarines. There ...
Views: 1040 - Possible Causes Of Lower Back Pain - by Submitted on Dec 07, 2007 from Connie LimonMany people suffer with lower back pain, and almost everyone at some point has back pain that interferes with work, daily activities and recreation. Back pain is the most common cause of job-related disability. Back pain leads as a health condition to miss work. It is the second most common ...
Views: 1039 - Fruits And Vegetables And Weight Management Plans - by Submitted on Dec 20, 2007 from Connie LimonLosing weight can be difficult. There is evidence that consuming a diet high in fruits and vegetables is associated with lower risks for numerous chronic diseases as well as a role with weight management. The conclusion of some of these studies is that replacing foods of high energy density ...
Views: 1038 - How To Stay Healthy During Pregnancy Part 1 - by Submitted on Nov 30, 2007 from Connie LimonTaking care of yourself has never been more important now that you are pregnant. Staying healthy during pregnancy is all up to you. It is of great importance to learn about the many ways to keep you and your baby as healthy as possible. Your very first step in protecting the health of your ...
Views: 1038 - Vacation Ideas: The National Gallery Of Art, Washington, DC, USA - by Submitted on Oct 21, 2007 from Connie LimonThe National Gallery of Art is located on the National Mall between 3rd and 7th Streets at Constitution Avenue NW. It is open Monday through Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and Sunday from 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. The Gallery is closed on December 25 and January 1. Calendars of ...
Views: 1033 - Alaska Attractions: Kenai Fjords Tours Part 1 - by Submitted on Aug 25, 2007 from Connie LimonKenai Fjords National Park Tour The Kenai Fjords Tours is the original Alaska glacier cruise and tour operator in Alaska’s Fjords National Park. On their tours you will be able to see Alaska’s incredible wildlife and glaciers. Not only will you see the incredible beauty of Alaska, but you ...
Views: 1028(1 vote) - Living in Massachusetts Cities And Towns: Avon, Massachusetts - by Submitted on Oct 21, 2007 from Connie LimonAvon is considered to be a prestigious community located along Route 24, which is approximately 20 miles south of Boston. There is good highway access and a positive attitude toward economic growth and development in the town of Avon. The town has developed as a major employment center in the ...
Views: 1017(2 votes) - Help for Preventing Bone Fractures in Women Age 50 and Older - by Submitted on Jul 06, 2007 from Connie LimonA study of more than 6,000 Canadian women concludes osteoporosis drugs called anti-resorptive agents help reduce risk of low-trauma bone fractures in women age 50 and older. Examples of anti-resorptive drugs include: • Estrogen • Bisphosphonates • Selective estrogen-receptor ...
Views: 1011 - What To Expect Once You Are Home With Baby - by Submitted on Dec 02, 2007 from Connie LimonNew mothers need to take special care of their bodies after giving birth and while breastfeeding when getting home from the hospital. Rest and recuperation is all that should be on your agenda the first few days at home after having a baby. During this time focus on yourself and on getting to ...
Views: 1009 - Massachusetts Beaches Part 1 - by Submitted on Aug 21, 2007 from Connie LimonDorchester Reservation The Dorchester Reservation is open year-round, dawn to dusk. Malibu Beach, Victory Road Park and Tenean Beach provide coastal access along the extended mouth of the Neponset River. There is protected swimming and a bathhouse. Tenean Beach is a popular swimming beach ...
Views: 1008(2 votes) - New Hampshire Attractions: Ski Resorts - by Submitted on Aug 25, 2007 from Connie LimonIf you love the mountains of New Hampshire, there is no better way to see them than from the peaks of ski areas such as Loon Mountain, Bretton Woods, or Wild Cat. There are at least 20 ski resorts in New Hampshire that would make an excellent choice for your winter ski vacation. What is the ...
Views: 1007(1 vote) - The Anatomy of a Coffee Tree - by Submitted on Jun 22, 2007 from Connie LimonCoffea, a member of the Rubiaceae family is responsible for the biological heritage of “coffee.” The Rubiaceae family includes more than 500 genera and 6,000 species of tropical trees and shrubs. It is doubtful the average person would recognize an actual coffee tree. Most of us would ...
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