Jackie McPherson
Jackie has worked as a nurse for more than 20 years. She has had articles featured on the Yahoo! Voices Health home page and on the Yahoo! Voices Travel home page. She was a Featured Contributor for Yahoo! Travel and for Yahoo! Health & Wellness (the programs no longer exist).
She is a Marketplace Approved Writer for Helium and she has been awarded a bronze badge and a silver badge for creative writing on Helium. Several of her articles have been featured on the Helium home page.
Jackie is a fan of fitness and has completed 10 marathons and 2 triathlons. She practices several martial arts and has a black belt in karate.
She has been blessed with a wonderful family and a fantastic husband. Thank you for taking the time to visit her page, have a wonderful and blessed day! : )
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She is a Marketplace Approved Writer for Helium and she has been awarded a bronze badge and a silver badge for creative writing on Helium. Several of her articles have been featured on the Helium home page.
Jackie is a fan of fitness and has completed 10 marathons and 2 triathlons. She practices several martial arts and has a black belt in karate.
She has been blessed with a wonderful family and a fantastic husband. Thank you for taking the time to visit her page, have a wonderful and blessed day! : )
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Education/Experience
Masters-Nursing, Bachelors-Zoology, Associates-Nursing, Diploma-Fitness and NutritionInterests
health, nutrition, lifestyle, fitness, martial arts, reading, writing, travel, humor, photographyMotto
Carpe diem!Affiliations
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Experts Predict More Parents Will Outlive Their ChildrenSimple, easy things you can do to help save your child's life -- from a nurse -
Giving Up Brand-Name Cold RemediesWhy I’ve given up on brand name cold remedies – from a nurse. -
Insider Tips: Make the Most of Your National Park VisitInsider tips on how to make the most of your National Park visit - from someone who grew up in a National Park -
Hawaii School Teachers Need a ContractAs negotiations stall, again, Hawaii’s school teachers continue to work without a contract. Meanwhile, Hawaii’s school children suffer as they lag behind national student averages on standardized tests.
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5 Tips to Maintain Balance Between Work and Life As a NurseLearn five easy ways to maintain a healthy work-life balance as a nurse.
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President Obama Vs the ConstitutionTo bring peace of mind to millions of Americans, President Obama would just have to say this one thing - and make us believe it
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Hire Veterans to Secure U.S. BordersAn answer to the issues of unsecured U.S. borders and veterans high rates of unemployment
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3 Reality TV Shows that Inspire Exercise3 reality TV shows that inspire me to exercise
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My Last Day on EarthWhat I would do if I knew it was my last day on earth? I have a plan. -
Insider Tips: Disney World’s Keys to the Kingdom TourInsider tips for your Disney World Keys to the Kingdom Tour -
Make the Most of Your Annual CheckupLearn tips on what you can do to prepare for your annual checkup, so that you can make the most of your doctor visit. -
Sneaky Places Where Cold and Flu Germs HideLearn about unexpected places where you may have gotten your cold or flu germs -
Christmas in JapanThe gentle, caring spirit of Buddhist people in Japan comes shining through at Christmas
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Worldwide Effects for the Most Significant Event of 2012This one event will have worldwide consequences for years to come
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Reliable Internet Sites for Diabetes InformationShort, personal account of my experience with diabetes, as a nurse, and a question I was unable to answer for my patients
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Vitamin Debate Rages OnConflicting research results regarding whether or not to take vitamin supplements can cause confusion. This information may help you decide whether or not you should take vitamin supplements. -
Insider Tips: Disney World’s Wanyama Safari TourEnjoy a first person review and insider’s tips to Disney World’s Wanyama Safari tour -
Shrink Fibroids Without Using MedicationEstimates show that 75% of women will have fibroids during their lifetime. Learn how alternative medicine therapy helped me shrink and pass some of my fibroids. -
Insider Tips to Disney World’s Wild Africa Trek TourEnjoy a first person review and insider’s tips to Disney World’s Wild Africa Trek tour -
Stress Management at Your DeskTips on how to easily use various alternative medicine therapies to help with stress management at work. -
5 Romantic Dining Options at Walt Disney WorldIf you are looking for a special, romantic dining experience at Walt Disney World, you may want to consider one of these dining options. -
‘Green’ Dining Restaurants on Oahu, HawaiiLearn about three “green” dining restaurants on Oahu, Hawaii, that allow you to help out some worthy causes just by dining there -
A Natural Cure for Food PoisoningFood poisoning self-care tips and how I cured myself without medication. -
Less Visited Must-See National Parks on Hawaii’s Big IslandInsider information on less visited must-see national parks on Hawaii’s Big Island.
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Tips for Visiting Disney Parks With SeniorsTips to make visits to Disney parks easier while traveling with seniors - includes tips on visiting with someone who needs a wheelchair.
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Music Therapy Brought Grandma Out of ComaHow music therapy brought my Grandma out of a coma
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Life Lessons from Kids with CancerImportant life lessons learned during my nursing career, while working with kids with cancer.
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Facebook Headed for Tech GraveyardWhy I never really got into Facebook and where I think it's headed in the future
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Las Vegas Strip vs Downtown: Where Should You Stay?People traveling to Las Vegas today have a lot more hotel choices than they did even a decade ago. Helpful tips on the difference between the Strip and downtown can help you make your lodging decision.
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Desk Job May Increase Risk for Early Death: StudiesFind out how to decrease your chances of an early death, if you spend hours sitting every day.
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Flexible Workout Schedule is Key to Consistent ExerciseMy detailed weekly workout schedule: How I build flexibility into my schedule to ensure consistent workouts.
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Remember to Thank Veterans on Memorial DayUse Memorial Day as a special day to thank Veterans, and their families, for all they have done for you
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Tips for a Winter Vacation in BelizeWe thought we were ready for our trip to Belize, but we ran into problems we hadn’t counted on. Learn from our mistakes, and get tips for your winter vacation in Belize.
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Easily Fit 30 Minutes of Exercise Into Your WorkdayHow I easily fit 30 minutes of exercise into my workday and tips on how you can too.
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How We Saved $2,000+ on Our Disney VacationLearn the tips and strategies that our family used to save more than $2,000 on our Walt Disney World vacation.
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Should Alternative Medicine Therapy Be Used With Conventional Medicine?Find out what alternative medicine therapy is and get tips on how to choose the safest, most effective alternative therapy for you.
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Olive Oil Fraud: What You Need to KnowYour expensive extra virgin olive oil may not be what you think it is; what you need to know about olive oil fraud.
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Rare Corpse Flower Blooms for the First Time in 10 YearsHundreds flock to Hawaii’s Foster Botanical Garden to see, and smell, the corpse flower in bloom.
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Budgeting Helps Me Pay Off Student LoansFind out what we did to save several thousands of dollars per year, allowing us to pay off some of our debts early.
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Harvard Study: Teach Yourself to Lower Your Blood Pressure in 5 Easy StepsTeach yourself to use the most effective, easy technique people used to lower their blood pressures in this Harvard study. It’s free, it only takes 20 minutes a day, and it isn’t exercise.
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Hawaii’s Newest Law to Protect Ocean May Affect TouristsHawaii’s newest law to help protect the ocean and marine life may affect tourists who are unaware of the law.
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Kids Save Lives by Performing CPRFind out what these kids watched, and did, to save the lives of their loved ones.
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To the Graduating Class of 2012: You Will Succeed!Graduation message for the future strongest generation, ever.
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Alaska for the AdventurerWhitewater rafting, a glacier tour, salmon fishing, and more: Join me on my Alaska trip of a lifetime to see what you may want to do on your next trip!
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My Perfect Wedding - for Under $1000How I was able to create the wedding of my dreams for under $1000.
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Insider's Tips for Disney’s Aulani Resort in HawaiiTips to help you have an even more enjoyable visit to Disney’s Aulani Resort in Hawaii.
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Does Glucosamine Stop Joint Pain?My journey through acute knee pain, what worked and what didn’t work.
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Four Reported Cases of Flesh Eating Bacteria in Hawai’iFour reported cases of the flesh eating bacteria in Hawai’i may be the result of recent thunderstorms.
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Healthy Eating: How Much of What Should You Be Eating?New guidelines on how much of the different food groups you should be eating are much easier to follow than the previously used food pyramid. Learn about the new guidelines here.
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Sherman Brothers: Walt Disney World and Disneyland TributesThe Sherman brothers were prolific Oscar-winning music writers for Disney. This magical duo came to an end on March 6, 2012, when Robert Sherman passed away. Find out where you can pay tribute to these magical musicians in the Disney parks.
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How to Find the Right Doctor for YouWhen you need to find a new doctor, use these tips and ask these questions to find the doctor who is right for you.
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While Hawai’i Repairs Damage from Recent Thunderstorms, More Are Headed Toward the IslandsWhile still repairing damage caused by recent thunderstorms in Hawai’i, weather forecasts show that there is another thunderstorm on the way.
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Important Weight Loss Benefits You Probably Don’t Know AboutWeight loss benefits that may actually motivate you to lose those extra pounds
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Las Vegas, Nevada, Solo Traveler’s Guide to the StripWeekend travel itinerary for a solo traveler to the Strip in Las Vegas, Nevada
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Why You Need Annual Checkups Now More Than EverA first-person account of how health problems were caught through a checkup and the reasons you need to get regular annual checkups.
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Will the World’s Premier Big Wave Surfing Contest, “The Eddie”, Be Held in Hawai'i This Year?An overview of the history and rules of the world’s premier big wave surfing contest, the Quiksilver Eddie Aikau, that is held in Hawai'i
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Christmas Magic at Walt Disney World in Orlando, FloridaA Christmas vacation to Walt Disney World leads to memories to last a lifetime.
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The Christmas Concerts I Will Never ForgetA true story of a day full of unforgettable Christmas concerts.
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Christmas FreedomA fictional story of a Christmas Day that led to freedom and love.
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A Perfect Christmas Eve, for the FortunatePoem: Descriptive memories of a perfect Christmas Eve for those fortunate enough to experience it.
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Different WintersHaiku: Winter in different locales
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Summer Leaves, Fall LeavesPoem: Metamorphosis of Fall Leaves from Summer to Fall.
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Give Thanks to Have a Happy ThanksgivingA poem to help remind you of all the riches in your life for which you can give thanks at Thanksgiving.
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An Unforgettable Halloween SpiritA fictional Halloween tale of friendship, love, and an unforgettable Halloween spirit.
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Death, New LifePoem: Death of the land, creation of life
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ReunitedHaiku: Separated by death, reunited in heaven
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How "The Count of Monte Cristo" by Alexandre Dumas Changed My LifeA school assignment to read a 160 year old novel, "The Count of Monte Cristo" by Alexandre Dumas, changed my life.
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How I Honor Those Who Died on 9/11As with so many others, my life changed on 9/11. I made some changes in my life and I hope that my doing so somehow honors those who died on that horrible day.
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A Day of Wonder in Yellowstone National ParkA day trip yields vivid descriptions of magnificent Old Faithful Inn, amazing Old Faithful geyser, and wondrous Fountain Paint Pots, along with some lessons for me.