Ray Mickol
Ray Mickol has worked as a Firefighter and Paramedic for over twenty years. Mr. Mickol is certified as an American Heart Association Instructor. He is also credentialed as a State of Ohio CE Instructor. As with any Firefighter, Mr. Mickol has worked on the side, mainly as an electrician. He has over thirty years experience in home construction.
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Displaying Results 1 - 70 (of 70) for Yahoo! Voices
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Easy Dryer Maintenance TipsHere are some easy tips for the homeowner to keep their cloths dryer running at peak efficiency.
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Heat Emergencies and the AthleteHeat emergencies are common in athletics. Learn what to look for and treat.
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Outdoor Lighting ChoicesThe choice of outdoor lighting goes from functional to decorative. This is a quick guide to help you make your choice.
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Hypertension; An OverviewThis short article gives the reader a quick overview of high blood pressure and what it can do to you.
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Easy Home Improvements for the New HomeownerYou bought your new home. Where to begin with home improvements? This writer tells you what he did when he bought his first home. -
The University Inn for Ultimate Cleveland DiningCleveland has some of the best cuisine in the Midwest if not the nation. See which restaraunt this writer thinks is the best. -
Wendy Park: A Hidden Cleveland GemWendy Park sits between an ore dock and the Cuyahoga River. It's front door is Lake Erie. It is a perfect confluence of history, recreation, industry and nature. A trip there will leave you enchanted by its charms. -
A Cookie & a Cupcake, a Napoleon & a Wedding Cake; Where to Find Great Bakery in ClevelandCleveland is blessed with many great bakeries. Here is a short list of what you can find west of the Cuyahoga River. -
Parents, Should You Be Worried About Salvia?Salvia use is on the rise in young people. Should a parent have concerns? Arm yourself with the facts.
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What Do You Say Jay, Could You Have Played?Chicago Bears QB, Jay Cutler is getting pounded in the traditional and social media arenas. The questions are about his toughness. Could Jay have played?
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Autism Rates Tied to Living Near FreewaysA recent study seems to show that living near a freeway can increase the rates of autism. preliminary conclusions sem to point toward environmental factors.
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Managed Care of Chronic Conditions Improves Outcomes, Saves MoneyA recent study in The New England Journal of Medicine shows that managing patients with depression and other chronic conditions can lead to better outcomes.
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2010 Sports Better Than You Think; ClevelandersHey fellow Clevelanders, we had a better year than you think. The Chosen One might have ripped out our hearts but we still have it all.
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Aspirin Use May Help Reduce Cancer DeathsAspirin, the wonder drug may have a new use. As reported in the British medical journal The Lancet, aspirin may play a big part in the reduction in the number of deaths from cancer.
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Hospital Associated Infections Are Taking a TollHospital associated Infections are taking a toll in billions of dollars and thousands of lives each year. Yet, they are simple to control. Everyone from the cleaning crew to the CEO's need to do their part in prevention.
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HHS Rolls Out "Healthy People 2020"Each decade, the Department of Health and Human Services issues the Healthy People document. Recently, the 2020 document was issued. This document is an important resource for anyone interested in the health and wellbeing of our nation's citizens.
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Clevelanders; Learn How to Save a Child's LifeThe Cleveland area offers many opportunities to learn infant and child first aid. From Cleveland area hospitals to private companies, the options are many.
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Pastoral Care; A Component of HealingPastoral or spiritual care is an important part of the healing process. From shut-ins to hospitals stays, your congregation is there to help in times of need.
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Heat Loss Through the Head: Fact or FictionHeat loss through the head. What are the real numbers? Forty percent? Seventy-Five or eighty percent? iT IS REALLY CLOSER TO TEN PERCENT.
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What Can You Do If Your Eye Pops OutYour eye popping out is not as traumatic as it sounds. Here is what to do if it happens.
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Superfoods; The FactsWhile many claim the title of "SuperFood" meet some of the top contenders here.
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Pastor Jones, What Would Jesus Do?An American pastor from Gainesville, Florida, gives new meaning to the term "Ugly American" with his hate speech and planned burning of the Koran on 9/11
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Space Heater SafetySpace heaters are great for heating small spaces. Following a few tips, you can keep youirself safe.
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Hepatitis an OverviewA quick view of hepatitis
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Attention-deficit Hyperactivity Disorder in ChildrenWith a plan managed by you and your healthcare provider, your child with ADHD can lead a happy, productive life.
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Treatment of FrostbiteWinter season is full of outdoor activities. It can also have it's perils. Frostbite is one of them. Here is a quick look at what frostbite is and how to treat it in the field.
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Where Can I Learn Infant CPR?Learning how to do infant CPR is an important skill to have. This article will guide you to where you can learn this lifesaving skill.
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Teach Your Child the Proper Way to Call 911 or 999Your child should be taught from a young age how to use the emergency number for help. Here are some tips for you to teach this possible life saving skill
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Primary Survey for First AidYou can help someone with a life threatening emergency. Here is how
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How to Complete a Secondary Survey for First AidA person helping out at the scene of an emergency can be an effective part of the medical care. Here are some tips for the non-professional who comes across a medical emergency
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How to Use an Electrical Voltage TesterThere are many options for a voltage tester. Choosing the right one for the job and your skill level can be easy.
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Upstate New York Whitewater AdventuresYes Dear, you can go whitewater rafting on the Hudson.
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Installing a Remote Control Ceiling FanInstallation of a remote control ceiling fan is a good project for the homeowner with moderate skills. -
Hardwood Floor RepairRepairs to your hardwood floors can be simple if you are armed with the proper knowledge and tools.
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Interval Training: The BenefitsInterval training is a great way to punch up your exercise routine. -
Compost Your Pumpkins: Mother Earth Will Love YouNothing is sadder, or more tempting, than seeing poor old Jack-o Lantern sitting on top of a garbage can. He would rather sit atop your compost pile. No problem, put him there. -
Plantar Warts Alternative TreatmentPlaying footsie with a toad again? Here are some alternative treatments for those pesky plantar warts.
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Complementary and Alternative Medicine: Mainstream AcceptanceAs more and more people become not only concerned with health, but also general well being, they are turning to therapies such as herbals and energy therapy.
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Green Home Improvement: Reduce Your ImpactThe green movement is here to stay. Here are some projects for your home that will reduce your impact on Mother earth.
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Garage Doors: Maintenance and RepairA garage door, many simple mechanisms making up a slightly complicated whole, needs preventive maintenance and repair. Fortunately for the average homeowner, it is not as complicated as you may think.
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Repairing Cracks in Your Concrete Driveway: Easier Than You ThinkRepair of cracks in your concrete driveway is well within the reach of the average do-it-yourselfer.
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Who Are the Top Ten Philharmonic Orchestras? See If Your Favorite on This ListMusic, being such a subjective subject, has some things most can agree upon. This list of what can be called the top ten philharmonic orchestras would be hard to argue with.
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Satellite Radio Antennas: Home Installation is Easier Than You ThinkYou can optimize your satellite radio for home use by using an antenna. Your choice of indoor or outdoor antenna is going to be the hardest part of this.
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Rooftop Solar Installations: The Pros and ConsGreen is the way to go these days. Renewable energy sources are within the reach of most homeowners. What are the positives and negatives to these installations?
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Become a Flight Paramedic: Career TipsBecoming a flight paramedic can be challenging but the rewards are great.
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Possible Obama Vice-Presidential PicksWho will Obama pick as his Vice-President? A dark horse or one of the usual suspects? -
Would You Know What to Do in an Emergency; Home First Aid TrainingIf you had a medical emergency at home, would you know what to do? A quick guide on where to get training. -
American Hero; Pfc. Joseph Dwyer and PTSDJoseph Dwyer, like alot of combat veterans, suffered from Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, making him one of the many hidden casulties of war.
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Great Waterfalls of New York StateNothing in nature can compare to the majesty and beauty of a waterfall. Check out some of the best New York State has to offer.
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Great Waterfront Camping Experiences on the Shores of Lake OntarioFrom the RV experiance to the solitude with nature crowd, Lake Ontario offers many opportunities for waterfront camping.
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Historic Sites of Interest Along Lake OntarioThe Lake Ontario region abounds with history. Whether a weekend drive or a summer getaway, this area has a lot to offer.
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DIY: Increase Your Home's Value with Solar ProductsWith a small investment of time and materials, you can greatly add to the value of your home while at the same time making your living space more eco-friendly.
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Installing a Heated Ceramic Floor will Make You a Hero to Your FamilyArmed with a little knowledge, a little research, a few tools and some time, you can install heated ceramic floor tiles.
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Dishwasher Won't Drain? Repair, Don't DespairHaving problems with that dishwasher? With a little ability and some research, you can repair it yourself.
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Will Patti Solis Doyle's Appointment Help Barack Obama?Patti Solis Doyle, a longtime Clinton aide, has been appointed chief of staff to Obama's as of yet unnamed Vice-Presidential choice. How will she help the Obama campaign for President.
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Greater Cleveland Ghost HauntingsGreater Cleveland is a hotbed of ghost sightings. Check out these places and more. -
John McCain and Vicki Iseman: Will the Allegations Shake the Confidence of the Republican Right?The New York Times reported that there is an allegation of impropriety in a relationship with Republican Candidate John McCain and Lobbyist Vicki Iseman. Will McCain's supporters stand by their man?
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Oil Prices Skyrocket Due to SpeculatorsOil prices top 100 dollars a barrel on Tuesday. Analysts feel that the spike is being fueled by foreign speculators.
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Obamas Wins Give Him the AdvantageWith wins in Wisconsin and Hawaii, Obama opens a wide lead over Clinton.
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Home Fire SafetyWould you know what to do in the event of a fire in your home? Here are some tips.
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Bobby Cutts Trial: If I Were a JurorCan you put your feelings aside and be an objective juror especially when a former police officer is accused of murdering his pregnant girlfriend. I know I couldn't . Being the son of a police officer would color my judgement.
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Organic Food FavoritesOrganic foods, a growing market, has some tasty products to choose from. Here are my two favorites.
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New Writer; Adversity Creates OpportunityNew writer began because of lean times in the economy
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Vytorin Side Effects: Mom and Her DepressionMom was suffering from depression, something this 78 year old dynamo never experienced on this level. Was this a side effect of Vytorin? A swith in medications to control her cholesterol and a turn around in her mental state makes one think about the side effects of Vytorin
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Recognizing Heart Attack Symptoms: From a Paramedic and Son's PerspectiveI myself have never personally experienced the symptoms a heart attack. But as a paramedic, I have seen, firsthand, many a person suffer from cardiac problems, even my own father, who eventually died of cardiac-related problems.
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Possible John McCain Vice President ChoicesWho will McCain choose as his running mate in 2008. Will it be Condi, the Alaskan hottie Palin, the up and comer, Obama neutralizer Jindal or longtime favorite Dole?
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Organic Coffee and BeansOrganic coffee and green coffee beans for your sensory pleasure
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Heart-Healthy Eating for Those with Cardiac ProblemsYou are getting ready to leave the hospital after a heart attack. You've been advised by your doctor to change your eating habits. You think to yourself, "All my favorite meals and munchies are gone forever."
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Family Fun Events on St. Patrick's Day in Cleveland, OhioIf you don't know what to do on St. Patrick's Day in Cleveland, throw a rock out your window. You are sure to hit an Irishman, or someone who is Irish for the day and follow them to the fun.
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Vegetarian Restaraunts of Cleveland, OhioFine Vegetarian /Vegan dining in a perogi and schnitzel town. Great dining along with a tour of some of Cleveland's oldest, ethnic neighborhoods.