Susanne Jones
I'm originally from Germany. I have a law degree from the University of Passau, Germany, including the German equivalent to the American Bar exam, and a M.S. in Finance from NIU. After working as a Financial Analyst, I am now a Business Consultant.
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The Bright Side of a RecessionThe recession is destroying a lot of peoples' hopes and dreams. Few can see anything positive in it. However there are upsides to a recession and benefits to reap that will last way past the recession.
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How to Find a Good DoctorFinding a good doctor is paramount for a successful diagnosis and treatment. But how does one find a good doctor? A doctor who will listen to your list of symptoms, is patient and cordial? A doctor, who doesn't rush?
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Back to School Backpack SafetyBack to school time often means the purchase of a new backpack. An ill-fitting backpack can be harmful for a child's health with long-term consequences, especially for the spine. Here is some important information for choosing a proper backpack.
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Immunizations Adults Should HaveIn recent years the CDC has started a campaign to boost adult immunization awareness in order to increase adult immunization rates. Adults not only need a flu shot. Here is the recommended adult immunization schedule.
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Adult Immunizations - Are You Up to Date?Immunizations are not only for kids. Did you know that immunizations have an expiration date? Even adults need booster shots to keep diseases at bay.
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The Exodus of the Churches - is the Lack of Preachers the Final Nail in the Coffin?For decades now churches faced decreasing membership and growing lack of faith in the communities they serve. Now churches are facing a new potentially dooming problem: Lack of preachers.
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Scientists Have Developed a Vaccine that Prevents Brain CancerScientists have found a vaccine that boosts immunity to brain cancer and prevents brain-cancer re-growth. Can we immunize people against cancer? Is this very promising development a first stop to eradicating cancer just like smallpox? -
New Wound Dressing Type to Increase Healing Rate of Burn WoundsGerman scientists developed a new type of wound dressing consisting of silica gel fibers, which can greatly facilitate the wound healing process of, burn wounds and other difficult to heal wounds such as bedsores and those caused by diabetes.
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How to Help Your Child Succeed in SchoolThe current state of our economy forces schools to find ways to provide a valuable and competitive education with less funding. With programs being cut parental involvement is the key to a student's success.
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Would You Let Your Child Participate in a Medical Research Study?New medicine, treatments, and vaccines - they all need to go through various stages of research and clinical trials before they are approved for general use. If you had the option, would you let your child participate in a medical research study? -
Should You Let Your Baby "Cry it Out"?New parents face sleep deprivation. Some struggle with it more than others. It often seems the baby just begins an inconsolable cry period, when the parents want to turn in for the night as well. How do you deal with that?
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Miley Cyrus - Hannah Montana, Another Teen Idol Struggling with Fading StardomMiley Cyrus's nude or not so nude picture is just the latest indicator of the teen idol's inability to deal with the facts of life such as growing-up and being yesterday's news. -
Why Should You Enlist a Life Coach?Do you need a life coach? What does a life coach do? How will a life coach help me reach my goals?
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What is a Life Coach?What does a life coach do? Why would you need a life coach? Are there qualifications/certifications needed to be a life coach?
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Cancer and Heart Attack Diagnostic as Simple as Checking Your MouthThe mouth is the window to your health. Instead of needles and prodding for diagnostic purposes, scientists now discover the inside of your mouth and your saliva to be accurate indicators of your overall health even for cancer and heart attack diagnostic.
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Paralyzed and Quadriplegics Will Soon Be Able to Walk Again! Brain Damage Might Be Reversible!We are closer than ever to achieve nerve cell re-growth. The paralyzed could very soon be able to walk again, and brain damage might be reversible. Both something deemed impossible just decades ago!
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Have the Olympic Games Been Hijacked by the Politicians and Profiteers?Participation in the Olympic Games is the desired ambitious crowning point of many athletic careers. But in the light of the recent events has the spotlight moved from the athletes to the profiteers and politicians? Is the Olympic spirit lost? -
Scientists Discover Effective Natural Way to Reduce Cholesterol and Weight GainTart cherries have been proven to lower body fat build-up, weight gain, cholesterol, inflammation, and triglycerides. This discovery could revolutionize body weight management, as well as cardiovascular disease and diabetes treatments.
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AT&T: Rebuilding a Monopoly and Crushing Consumer RightsIn recent years AT&T has bought back several "Baby Bells" and is slowly regaining its near monopoly status while crushing consumer rights. After AT&T acquired Bellsouth KY in 2007, we, too, had to endure AT&T's lack of customer service and 'AT&T is always right' attitude. -
How to Paint or Wallpaper Nicotine Stained WallsWalls with nicotine stains need special treatment during the paint or wallpapering process. Otherwise the nicotine will "bleed" through the new coat of paint or layer of wallpaper. Here are some tips on how to treat nicotine stained walls.
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New Hope for Stroke, Multiple Sclerosis, and Alzheimer PatientsGerman scientists discovered why new nerve cells don't form in the brains of stroke, multiple sclerosis, and Alzheimer patients. This offers hope for the development of new treatment options for neurodegenerative diseases, and maybe even spinal injuries.
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Artificial Butter Flavoring Diacetyl Does Harm LungExposure to airborne diacetyl has long been suspected as one culprit behind lung disease, especially in microwave popcorn factory workers, but also high-volume consumers. Now scientific research has proven, diacetyl does indeed harm the lungs and respiratory system.
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What Happened to Family Mealtimes?Most families are too busy to take the time to have meals together. Why is that? And why is it important to have meals together as a family?
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How to Create an Effective Grocery List and Avoid Impulse PurchasesThe stores conveniently place their 'specials' on end-caps or in the middle of the aisle in an attempt to tempt you into buying the products. Here are a couple of tips to avoid this pitfall. -
Will the Democratic Infighting Between Clinton and Obama Ruin the Democrats' Run for the White House?The race for the Democratic Party to nominate a Presidential Candidate is in full force. Yet, voters become more and more disgusted by the infighting and mudslinging between the two prime candidates Hillary Clinton and Barack Obama.
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Will a Simple Virus Inoculation Be the Cure for Cancer?Scientists have found and successfully tested cancer-killing viruses. It appears an effective cure for cancer is within reach. A cure that would be as simple as an inoculation?
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Flu Shot Only Covers One of This Year's Three Flu StrainsGot a flu shot this season? You might still get the flu. This season's influenza shot only provides protection from one of the three strains making Americans sick these days.
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How to Change Your Car's Motor OilChanging your car's motor oil is one of the easier do-it-yourself maintenances you can do, if you don't mind getting dirty.
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Artificial Sweetener Outed as Diet SaboteurCutting down on sugar to lose weight? Using artificial sweetener instead? Think again! Newest research shows artificial sweetener actually causes weight gain. Artificial sweeteners are in fact diet saboteurs.
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"Love Hormone" Discovery Could Lead to Functional Love PotionScientists determined a hormone in the human body, which promotes bonding. The hormone has been dubbed the "love hormone." Could this be the key ingredient for a love potion that really works?
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Scientists Discover Effective Natural Way to Lower Blood PressureBeetroot juice has been proven to significantly lower high blood pressure with the effects lasting as long as 24 hours. This discovery could revolutionize cardiovascular disease treatments.
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Transparent Zebrafish to Aid in Cancer ResearchSpecially bred zebrafish, which stay transparent throughout their lifecycle allow scientists to observe tumor growth and treatment effects in a living organism. This is the second transparent living organism bred by scientists for this purpose.
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Amalgam Mercury Does Not Adversely Affect Brain DevelopmentMercury in amalgam dental fillings has been thought of negatively affecting a child's brain development. A long-term study proves this theory false.
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Candy That Prevents CavitiesScientists developed candy that is actually good for your teeth. Instead of causing cavities, the candy actually kills off the bacteria responsible for tooth decay. Are there other tasty treatment methods on the horizon? -
Study Indicates Traditional ADHD Diagnosis and Treatment Might Be InefficientMore and more children in the US are diagnosed with ADHD and quickly put on a drug regimen to control the symptoms. Now a new study indicates that this might be the wrong approach.
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Is Believing in God an Antiquated Concept?Scientific research revealed many godly wonders as natural occurrences, shaking up religious concepts and leaving religious leaders struggling to find new approaches of teaching their beliefs.
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MRSA Strain Found in Gays is NOT the New AIDSResearchers determined a new highly drug-resistant strain of MRSA is predominantly spread among 'gay' men causing respectively brandishing headlines in the media. Yet, MRSA is not the new AIDS.
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Does the National Do-Not-Call List Really Work?In June 2008 the National Do-Not-Call list will celebrate its five-year anniversary. Time to take stock. Does the list really work?
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Autism Not Caused by Vaccine-mercury but Genetic DefectsTwo new studies indicate mercury in vaccines is not the cause for an increased rate of autism. A genetic defect has been determined to cause autism.
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A Successful Natural Approach to Take the Heat Out of Hot FlashesScientists have now proven: a soybean compound is found to successfully be able to naturally reduce the occurrence and severity of hot flashes.
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Superman Could Indeed Have Learned How to Walk AgainNewest research shows promising results for paralyzed people. Nerve cells could be re-grown after all.
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Quigong - Proven to Successfully Alleviate Neck PainScientists have proven what the Chinese have long known: Quigong, an old Chinese technique, is as good in alleviating stubborn neck pain as common physical therapy.
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Re-Gifting the Right WayMost Americans re-gift unwanted presents on a regular basis. Here are some rules to follow in order to avoid common pitfalls that can 'out' your re-gift and hurt feelings.
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Breast Cancer Cells May Spread Earlier Than ThoughtUntil now small and confined breast cancer tumors have been considered to be non-invasive. Newest research shows even small tumors have the ability to spread thereby requiring harsher treatment methods.
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"Swish-and-Spit" Cancer Test as Easy to Use as Mouth Rinse"Swish-and-Spit" type of test has been developed for the detection of head and neck cancer. It is as easy as using mouthwash, but in studies it has been shown to be quite accurate.
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New Combinatorial Testing Method Could Be a Time Saver for ProgrammersNIST scientists are working on an open-source tool to detect programming bugs through six-way combinatorial testing. This new approach could be a real time saver for software programmers.
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How Genetic Mutation Causes Coronary AtherosclerosisUntil now high cholesterol was primarily to blame for coronary atherosclerosis, a hardening of the arteries. Now scientists discovered a genetic mutation greatly promotes this deadly disease.
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Caffeine Successful in Slenderizing ThighsA Brazilian research study suggests that a caffeine containing cream is an effective substance to achieve slender thighs.
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Food is Spoiled! No More GuessingHow reliable are expiration dates on food packages? What if the food is opened? How quickly does the food spoil? A new electronic chip might be the solution.
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New Technology to Find Water Leaks in Supply PipesAbout 40% of the fresh water disappears while running through supply pipes on the way to the end consumer. A new cost-efficient sensor has been developed to search for water leaks in those pipes, as conventional sensors are too expensive for extensive use.
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Wastewater Purifier for HospitalsHospitals create a lot of wastewater that is contaminated with drugs and other dangerous pollutants. Now scientists have developed a water-purifying system that treats water at the source, long before it can even reach the sewage plant.
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Glue Instead of Thread and Needle for SurgeriesResearchers have developed a type of glue that might find application in surgeries, especially where implants are to be connected to the living tissue.
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Fungus Found to Slow Progression of Prostate CancerA recent study discovered that compounds of a common fungus have the ability to slow down the progression of prostate cancer. This could aid in the development of new cancer drugs.
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Bacteria in Cow's Milk Likely Cause of Crohn's DiseaseScientists linked a certain type of illness-causing bacteria in cows to Crohn's disease in humans. This discovery could lead to more effective treatment options. -
Exercise Gene Boost Tapped as Possible Anti-DepressantScientists have identified an exercise gene, which, if given a boost, could work as very efficient anti-depressant.
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Fluoridated Tap Water Has Great Benefits for Older Adults, Research ShowsA new study conducted by scientists at Indiana University shows that older adults reap greater benefits from fluoridated tap water than children.
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Early Lead Exposure Greatly Hampers Recovery from Brain InjuryScientists at Jefferson Medical College in Philadelphia discovered that recovery from brain injuries like strokes can be greatly impeded by a patient's exposure to lead earlier in life.
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Rookie-Year Baseball Contract of Christy Mathewson to Be Auctioned OffThe rookie-year baseball contract of Hall of Famer Christy Mathewson will be auctioned off on December 8, 2007.
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Smokers Could Save Medicaid System Around $10 BillionSmokers on Medicaid could save the system about $10 Billion in five years, if they would quit smoking. A study determined that this could cut costs for the system by 5.6%.
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New Super-Hydrophobic Material Could Revolutionize the Water Repellent MarketScientists developed a new rather inexpensive and easy to fabricate super-hydrophobic type of material that could revolutionize the water repellent market. It could find application in areas where traditional water repellent materials cannot be used.
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Is Commercialism Killing the Holiday Season?The holiday season is the time of the year we should be joyous, celebrate, and spent time with friends and family. Yet, more and more people appear to be depressed. Why? Is commercialism to blame?
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Fear is a Great Motivator when Trying to Stay FitResearchers determined fear of looking unattractive, rather than hope of good looks, is a great motivator when trying to keep up with a fitness program.
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Depression May Cause OsteoporosisResearchers found premenopausal women suffering from depression are at a higher risk of developing osteoporosis.
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Brain Research Shows Money is Not the Only MotivatorResearchers proved that money is indeed a great motivator, but not the only one. Especially men seem to measure their self-worth not only by the total of their income but also by how their income compares to that of their colleagues.
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Being 'Sexy' is HereditaryLike father, like son. Now scientists proved it: Sexy dads have sexy sons. "Sexy" attractiveness is hereditary... at least in the insect world. -
Earlier Multiple Sclerosis (MS) Diagnosis May Be Possible Through New Detection MethodGerman scientists may have discovered a way to detect multiple sclerosis (MS) earlier than through conventional methods. This would allow for earlier treatment to delay the onset of the more debilitating phases of the disease.
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Hemoglobin Variability as Death Indicator for ESRD PatientsScientists have found hemoglobin variability to be a rather reliable indicator in predicting the death risk for end-stage renal disease (ESRD) patients.
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Diabetics Should Be Picky When Choosing Their ShoesA Scottish study determined that about 63% of diabetics wear wrong-sized shoes. This greatly increases their risk of developing serious foot problems, which ultimately could even lead to amputations.
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Glasses that Block Blue-Light Could Improve ADHD Symptoms and Sleep DisordersScientists have developed blue-light blocking glasses and light bulbs, which seem to improve ADHD symptoms and overall sleep quality among those with sleep disorders.
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3D Image Displays with No-Touch ControlsResearchers have developed a 3-D image display, which can be controlled through simple pointing of the fingers. The invention will be presented at the Medica 2007, in Duesseldorf, Germany.
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Artificial Cornea Implants on the HorizonPeople, who are at risk at going blind due to a cornea problem, can only hope on a cornea transplant to save their eyesight. However, donor corneas are rare. Now there is hope. Scientists have developed a workable artificial cornea.
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Brain2Robot, an EEG-directed Robot Arm, to Be Introduced at Medica 2007Brain2Robot, an EEG-directed robot arm, is aimed at assisting paralyzed people. The prosthetic control system is based on intended movements controlled through a BCI. The robot arm will be introduced at the Medica 2007 in Duesseldorf, Germany.
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Rapid MRSA Test EvaluatedWSU scientists are evaluating a rapid test for MRSA. The test could cut down the confirmation of MRSA presence in a patient's body from several days to just five hours.
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Looking Directly at Someone Increases Your AttractivenessBritish scientists determined a direct gaze at someone is the secret that causes them to perceive you as more attractive.
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Frequent Headaches / Migraines? Your Food Might Be ResponsiblePeople suffering from frequent headaches or migraines should take a closer look at what they eat. There are certain food items and ingredients that can trigger headaches.
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Bayer Stops Sale of Trasylol, a Heart Bypass DrugThe pharmaceutical company Bayer has stopped selling and marketing Trasylol, also known as aprotinin, after studies indicated it increases the risk of death through hemorrhage.
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Car Air Fresheners, Smoking in Car Increase Cancer RiskGerman doctors warn smokers that car air fresheners in cars of smokers greatly increase the risk of cancer development due to a dangerous chemical interaction between the cigarette smoke and the car air freshener scents. -
Decline in CO2 Uptake in the Oceans Might Have Negative Impact on Global Climate ChangeResearch shows the world's oceans are loosing their ability to work as a 'sink' for CO2 in the atmosphere. This might have a negative effect on the speed of the climate change we are experiencing.
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Sleeping Sickness Parasite Trypanosomiasis Eats AntibodiesTrypanosomiasis, or sleeping sickness, is a deadly parasitic disease that can affect people and animals. Now scientists have found out, how the parasite escape the human immune system.
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Ultra-Violet Light Eyed as Tool to Fight CancerNewcastle University researchers have designed a new way to fight cancer using ultra-violet light. The light activates antibodies to specifically fight the tumor cells.
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$3 Billion Coal-to-Gas Plant to Be Built in KentuckyKentucky has been picked as the site for the new $3 billion coal-to-gas plant from Peabody Energy (BTU) and Conoco Phillips (COP).
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Gene Therapy Developed for Children with ALDAdrenoleukodystrophy (ALD) is an incurable and deadly disease afflicting primarily young boys. Now there is hope for a cure through gene therapy.
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Two Dentists Offer to Buy Halloween Candy from ChildrenTwo Bowling Green, KY, dentists offer $1 per pound of Halloween candy. The child does not have to be a patient to trade in the candy.
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FDA Indicates Trasylol May Increase Death RiskThe Food and Drug Administration (FDA) says that a heart bypass drug marketed as Trasylol, also known as aprotinin, may increase the risk of death. The drug is used during heart bypass surgery to prevent major bleeding.
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How to Check for Problems on Your Credit ReportHaving good credit rating is important. There are companies, whose entire business exists on collecting financial and other data on us. But problems can occur, sometimes with severe consequences for consumers.
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The Healing Power of HoneyHoney is not only a healthy and good tasting food resource. Our ancestors also utilized the honey's infection fighting power for medical treatment purposes. In the world of alternative medicine honey has been rediscovered as an effective treatment method.
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Scientists Discovered Area of Brain Responsible for Drug AddictionsThe treatment of drug addiction might just have taken a giant leap forward. Scientists have discovered the area of the brain responsible for causing the cravings for drugs.
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Healthy Eating? - Ten Common ErrorsHow good is your knowledge, when it comes to a healthy diet? Here is a list of ten common myths, when it comes to healthy eating habits.
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How to Sell Your Home in a Cooling Real Estate MarketThe real estate market has taken a turn for the worse. While just a couple of years ago, houses often were sold within days, nowadays, they can sit for months with the 'For Sale' sign in the yard. What's the best strategy to sell a house in this type of market?
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Better Weight Loss Results Through 'Genetic Dieting'If an individuals nutritional requirements are tailored to a person's unique genetic information for nutrient and metabolism and transport, long-term weight management can be significantly improved.
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CPSC Announces the Recall of "Cars" Game Pieces, Reynolds Bicycle Forks, Cybex Treadmills, and Line Skis Ski BoardsThe CPSC announced October 23rd the recall of four products: Global Design Concepts game pieces, Reynolds bicycle forks, Cybex International Inc. treadmills, and Line Skis Ski Boards
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Home Lead Test Kits Are UnreliableTests performed by CPSC staff indicate the great unreliability of at-home test kits for lead.
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Human BiometeorologyCan your body's aches and pains aid you with the weather forecast? Conversely, can the extended weather forecast tell you how you will feel tomorrow? Is there a real science to it or is it just 'hocus pocus'?
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Steps Required to Dispute Inaccurate Credit InformationA good credit rating is important when you need a loan or mortgage. Inaccurate information on your credit report can make your life unnecessarily difficult. This begs the question: How do you dispute a low credit score?
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Is it Just a Cold or is it the Flu?Flu and cold symptoms can be very similar. People are not always sure, if they just have a bad cold or maybe even the flu. When should you see a doctor?
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Do You Have the Right Product to Start a Small Business?Many Americans dream of being their own boss. After all, starting small and making it big is the American dream. However, oftentimes a small business startup is doomed to fail because the product is plain and simply not marketable. Is yours?
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Are Early Childhood TV Programs Good for Language Development?Many parents let their little ones watch early childhood programs like Teletubbies. They often thin these program will be fine to watch, because they are age appropriate and will be educationally valuable. But are they?
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"Quid" - The New Space CurrencyWith space tourism is within reach, naturally, those tourists will have to pay for their expenses with one currency or another. Why not with "Quid"? No, not the British pound, but "Quasi Universal Intergalactic Denomination."
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Possible Cause of Male Infertility DiscoveredThe lack of a special protein could be the cause of male infertility. The protein is apparently needed for the sperm to penetrate the egg. If true, the research could result in a new treatment for male infertility or, conversely, a birth control option for men.
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Once-a-Year Injection to Replace Traditional Osteoporosis DrugsOsteoporosis is for many senior citizens a fact of live. Drugs to fight the disease have to be taken either on a monthly, weekly, or even daily basis. Now a once a year injection is all a patient will need.
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Be Aware of Odometer Fraud!When looking into buying a used car, one of the first things you look at is the mileage on the odometer. However, in this time and age we don't have to doubt the mileage shown on the odometer, or should we?
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Cancer Insurance - Is This a Necessary Coverage?A cancer diagnosis can bring turmoil to everybody's life. In the fight for his or her life, a patient often faces mounting medical bills. Would cancer insurance be the answer?
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150,000 Home Computers Aid in the First Accurate Protein Structure PredictionResearchers at HHMI accomplished the first accurate predication of a three-dimensional structure of a protein with a little help of the computing power of 150,000 home computers. Proper understanding of protein structures is of great importance for better drug development.
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Germans Develop Vision-Saving Treatment for Keratoconus SufferersKeratoconus used to be considered a non-curable eye disease resulting in a patient's gradual loss of vision. The only hope was a cornea transplant. Now there is a new treatment method, which can permanently stop the loss of vision caused by the disease.
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CPSC Announces the Recall of Oro Bicycle Disc Breaks and Two Huffy Brand BikesThe CPSC announced October 16th the recall of two products, Formula Brake USA Oro disc brakes for bicycles, and Huffy "Howler" and "Highland" bicycles
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Numerous Cancer Genes Tied to Breast and Colorectal CancerInstead of just one or maybe to genes involved in the development of breast or colorectal cancer, about 280 can be involved. This is cause for researchers to rethink the cancer diagnosis and treatment practices.
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CPSC Announces the Recall of "Alyssa" Shag Rugs and Turtle SprinklersThe CPSC announced October 12th the recall of two products, "Alyssa" Shag Rugs sold at J.C. Penney and Turtle Sprinklers sold by Ross Stores
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First Successful Lung Transplant Involving Different Blood TypesThe Hannover Medical School in Germany announced on October 9th the first successful lung transplant where donor and recipient had different blood types.
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Researchers Detect Early Warning Sign for Lung CancerResearchers at the University of Nottingham identified a possible early warning system for lung cancer in the form of autoantibodies in the body. These autoantibodies could indicate the presence of the cancer up to five years before regular symptoms occur.
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Suffering from Snoring? A Computerized Pillow Might HelpDaryoush Bazargani, a professor of computer science at the University of Rostock, Germany, invented a computerized pillow to prevent snoring. The pillow was presented at a health conference in Schwerin, Germany, on October 3.
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The Presidential Election 2008 - an Already Burned Out TopicThe Presidential Election 2008 will take place on November 4, 2008. That is still more than a year away, yet a lot of people are already tired of hearing about it. Aren't you?
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"Cardholder Services" - NuisanceEver got a phone call from "Michelle," "Rachel" or "Heather" from "Cardholder Services"? If you do, hang up! And here is why.
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Tips to Stay Healthy in the FallFall is the beginning of the cold and flu season. Here are some tips to stay healthy.
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Married Women - Don't Make These Financial MistakesMarried women often make disastrous financial decisions based on the misguided trust that the marriage will last forever. However, a divorce or a husband's untimely death can spell disaster for these women.
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In the Fight Against a Possible Flu Pandemic, Humanity Has a New ToolNovartis AG in Marburg, Germany has built a factory for the production of cell-culture-derived influenza vaccines. The factory utilizes a new way of vaccine production, which will greatly speed up the influenza vaccine production.
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Transparent Frog to Aid in Cancer ResearchJapanese scientists have bred transparent frogs for the convenient study of organ growth and development. The frogs are intended as an aid in cancer research studies.
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Dealing with Road RageRoad Rage is not an old problem. However, it's an increasing problem with drivers becoming more aggressive and dangerous in their attacks. How can such behavior be dealt with?
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Tips to Deal with Job BurnoutAre you experiencing job burnout? Are you bored at work? You don't feel challenged anymore? Here are some tips to overcome job burnout.
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Do-Not-Call List Requires Re-RegistrationIt's become quieter in American during dinnertime. For the last four plus years, Americans could actually enjoy their meals without the annoying interruption of a telemarketing call. This could change in less than a year.
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The Comeback of the 'Trabi''Trabi' is the nickname East Germans gave the 'Trabant', a car formerly produced by East German automaker VEB Sachsenring Automobilwerke Zwickau. Production of this car stopped in 1991. However, if you would love to own one, there is hope for a brand new 'Trabi' for you.
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Be Careful on Escalators While Wearing Crocs!The popular Crocs have become a health hazard, if worn while riding an escalator. This is especially true for young children.
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Tips for Working Moms to De-StressWorking mothers fill a double roll. Not only do they have to give 100% at work, but also when they return home, they have to give 100% to their family. Most working moms carry the majority of the household workload. Here are some tips for working moms to de-stress.
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What is a Hybrid Car?Are you thinking about buying a new car? You have heard about "Hybrids" but you don't exactly know, what a hybrid car is or how it functions? Would a hybrid car be a good car for you? If you ask yourself these questions, you should read this article!
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Microwave Popcorn May Cause Lung Disease in ConsumersIt has long been known that workers in microwave popcorn factories are at risk of developing lung disease due to exposure to airborne diacetyl. However, there might also be evidence that consumers are at risk of developing this disease.
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Adjustable Vs. Fixed Rate MortgagesYou are planning on buying a new home and you are shopping for a mortgage. Should you get an adjustable rate mortgage (ARM) or a fixed-rate mortgage?
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Coca-Cola - Not Just a BeverageCoca-Cola the most successful drink in the world. Coke is available virtually everywhere and represents the American way of life for millions of people all over the world. However, Coca-Cola is not only a refreshing beverage. Coca-Cola can be useful in many other ways.
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Warren E. Buffet - Superior InvestorThere are few investors who manage to continuously show great returns on their investment decision. This has made them the center of attention in the investment world. Warren E. Buffett is regarded as such a 'superior investor'. Does he deserve this title?
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Successful Resume - Things to AvoidYour resume is usually the first thing your prospective employer will see of you. In order to make a good impression and to be considered for the job, your resume has to be perfect, yet stand out from other applicants. Here is a list of resume-pitfalls you should avoid.
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Ten Tips to a Cheaper yet Glorious WeddingTen tips to make your wedding planning easier, cheaper, but still glorious and unique. -
Replacing a Toilet with Easy Do-It-Yourself InstructionsReplacing a toilet in your bathroom is one of the easier do-it-yourself jobs you can do. Here is a how-to guide to toilet replacement.
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Getting Ready for SchoolSome easy to follow tips to ensure your child has an easy transition back to school after the summer break.
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Rev. John Yockey Solution to Failing Church AttendanceNowadays, attending church, much less being an active member of a church congregation, is not high priority for many people. Even faithful believers not necessarily consider regular church attendance a must. How did church fall from grace?
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The Difficult Job of Naming a BabyWhat makes it so difficult to pick a baby name? Parents usually want a name that defines their baby and his or her heritage. This article examines how parents tend to pick their baby's name.
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Painting a Linoleum FloorInstead of replacing the linoleum floor in your house, it's cheaper to paint it, if it is still in good condition. Here are instructions on how to paint linoleum flooring.
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How to Handle Rejection After a Loved One Had a Great LossA reflection on advice given in the 'Dear Abby' Column by Abigail Van Buren. A loved one suffers a great loss and pushes the people he or she loves away during the grieving process. How should this rejection be handled?