Emma Tyler
I'm currently pursuing a bachelor of science in public health education after previously studying communications. After years of working in education, I'm now enjoying the challenge of freelance writing. I have experience writing on many topics, but health is my primary focus.
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Fun Ways to Improve Your Child's Grammar SkillsBeing realistic, it is obvious that many children find it less than thrilling to do repeated grammar drills or worksheets. Although there is a time and place for that approach to learning, there are ways you can make learning language rules a little more entertaining.
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How to Prepare Your Pet for Pet SittersOne important consideration you may not find in those books is how pet owners can prepare their furry loved ones for the sitter. -
Health Communication: A Growing Career FieldWe've all seen public service announcements on television or on billboards, and even heard them on the radio. These are part of health communication campaigns, but there are other opportunities in this field.
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Will the FDA Ban Natural Hormone Treatments?As someone who depends on natural progesterone, I was shocked to learn about the measures the FDA is taking to try to ban bio-identical hormone use.
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Popular Acid Reflux Medications May Be UnsafeDoctors may prescribe popular medications like Nexium, or patients may pick over-the-counter Prilosec as their solution. But there are some in the medical community that don't see these medications as good for your health.
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Melanoma Cases Skyrocket - Are You Protected?Recent reports have provided a very disturbing statistic: in the last 28 years, cases of melanoma, the most lethal form of skin cancer, have increased by 50%.
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Using Herbs and Spices for Stomach ReliefMore people are turning to natural solutions for treating health issues. While it is always essential to seek medical attention for serious or persistent symptoms, minor ailments such as the occasional stomachache can be soothed using certain herbs and spices.
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The Emotional Effects of PCOSOnce a woman is diagnosed with Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS), physicians usually start focusing on medical treatment. But the emotional effects of PCOS deserve just as much attention.
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Top 10 Travis SongsThe Scottish band Travis is beloved by fans throughout the world, but the group has never really been appreciated in America. Meanwhile, British bands like Snow Patrol, and even the hugely successful Coldplay have been influenced by Travis.
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HIV/AIDS Crisis in Eastern North CarolinaEastern North Carolina is known for its unique style of pork barbeque and its proximity to the beloved Carolina Crystal Coast, but there is something else that the area is starting to get recognized for that isn't at all positive: HIV/AIDS. -
Hypnosis for Weight LossBig names have supposedly conquered their smoking through hypnosis. Celebrities like singers Lilly Allen and Geri Halliwell have praised hypnosis as treatment for a different issue: weight loss. -
Outer Banks' Island Gallery and Christmas Shop ReopensFor almost four decades visitors made the Island Gallery and Christmas Shop a priority on their list of stops. Located on the Outer Banks in Manteo, North Carolina, the shop was more than just a store.
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Twin Talk: Do Twins Have Their Own Language?Twins and multiples have always been of interest to both researchers and the general public, but the idea that they form their own secret languages is fascinating. As a person with twin little sisters, I noticed this phenomena firsthand. -
Understanding Coronary ThrombosisLoved ones, coworkers, and millions of viewers are mourning the loss of NBC's Tim Russert, who died suddenly while at work on June 13. The cause of death has been reported as a coronary thrombosis, but do you know what that term really means?
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North Carolina Wildfire Threatens Air QualityFor almost two weeks, a wildfire has been destroying thousands of acres of land in three eastern North Carolina counties, currently making it the largest wildfire in the nation. And at this time, less than half of it has been contained. -
The Stress Culture - Why Society Thrives on AnxietyPeople have become so used to being in high pressure situations, it has become the norm to be stressed out. -
Financial Aid for CollegeApplying for financial aid is no fun for any student, but the experience can be even more disheartening once you discover the seven questions that can greatly affect the amount of your financial aid package.