L.L. Woodard
Freelance writer/editor and freelance observer of life. Three decades of nursing experience in long-term care, from development of team care planning to hands-on patient care.
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Can Brain Games Help Baby Boomers Keep Their Minds Sharp?Less than two weeks ago the British Medical Journal published the Whitehall II study results that indicate memory and thinking skills actually begin to decline around age 40 rather than age 60 as had been thought.
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Fifty and Older Americans Not Immune to HIV/AIDS and Other STDsAmericans are enjoying longer life expectancies and active sex lives thanks to improvements in medicine and health care. An unexpected consequence of these factors is that people aged 50 and over are experiencing increasing rates of HIV/AIDS infection.
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Learn to Express Yourself Confidently Using Assertive CommunicationThere are many ways to say the same thing -- with the potential for the message to be heard differently by the listener depending on the style of communication used. -
Emotional Survival Tips for the HolidaysThere is no other single day that brings with it the expectations that Christmas does. Take time to learn the survival techniques that will help you enjoy, not dread, the upcoming yuletide celebrations.
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Top 5 Personal Health Plan Changes for the New YearI know I need to make changes to my lifestyle to become healthier. I've decided on five personal health plan changes to begin right now and carry them forward to the new year and beyond.
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Parabens in Cosmetics and Your HealthParabens are a category of preservative chemicals used in a wide variety of cosmetic and skin care products. Chances are you own hair care products, shaving products, makeup or moisturizers that contain parabens.
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Obesity Counseling to Be Covered by MedicareThe Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, CMS, announced yesterday that Medicare insurance will pay for obesity screening and counseling.
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Incremental Small Overdoses of Tylenol Shown to Be DeadlyHealth care experts have long warned consumers about the dangers of large doses of Tylenol (acetominophen, paracetamol). The drug, present in many over-the-counter medications, has been found to be even more deadly in incremental small over-dosages. -
Advance Directives: What You Need to Know NowMany people are quick to take advantage of options that give them more power over their lives. When it comes to advance directives, not everyone is eager to jump on the band wagon.
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How to Choose a Plastic SurgeonYou're thinking about making some changes to your looks -- maybe liposuction or breast augmentation -- and you want to know where you can get the best outcome for the least amount of money. Stop right there.
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HHS News Conference Updating Progress in Affordable Care ActIn a press conference held Monday in Washington, U.S. Health and Human Services Secretary Kathleen Sebelius enumerated the programs and changes being put into place 20 months after President Obama signed the Affordable Care Act into law.
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Real Help for Reducing Obesity Set for Human TestingWith nearly 34 percent of adult Americans, and 17 percent of children and adolescents, it cannot be too soon for a viable agent to be available to help reduce the condition. Researchers at MD Anderson are studying just such an agent.
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Skin Cancer Prevention: Year Around Protection NeededSkin cancer is the leading type of cancer in the United States. It is also the most preventable type of cancer. You can't control risk factors such as age, skin type, or family history, but you can control your exposure to UVA and UVB rays. -
Thoughtful Christmas Gifts for GrandparentsI'm fortunate both to have grandparents and to be a grandparent. As such, I have firsthand knowledge of the type of Christmas gifts--or gifts for any occasion--that the older people in your life appreciate and value--and won't cost much, either. -
What You Need to Know Now About HPVMany people probably don't know that HPV is now considered to be the leading cause of mouth and throat cancers among Americans.
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DroughtA verse about the effects of the long, hot Oklahoma summer.
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World Class College Education Available at Your FingertipsHave you searched the worldwide web for online learning or courses? Do you have an interest in quality education at the college level? There is a growing resource of free, college level courses from universities worldwide available at your fingertips. -
Oklahoma Reservoirs Unsafe for SwimmingBlue-green algae is thriving in Oklahoma's reservoirs this summer due to the combined factors of high heat, drought, and the resulting stagnant water, reports News9.com.Also published on:
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New Study Brings Glimmer of Hope for Type 2 Diabetes RiskThe health care community, both the public and private sectors, have been emphasizing the health benefits of both eating a healthy diet and regular physical activity. A new study suggests an additional health benefit for strength training in particular.Also published on:
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Day of Observance Brings Awareness of HepatitisToday is World Hepatitis Day, but there won't be any ticker tape parades to attend or fireworks to admire. No, World Hepatitis Day isn't like Thanksgiving or even Labor Day.Also published on:
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Hero Lost but Not ForgottenA military widow reflects on the meaning of the 4th of July. -
Your Emergency Contact Person--More Important Than You ThinkIt happens all the time; you have forms to fill out for employment, at the doctor's office and other incidences where you need to name an emergency contact person. Most of us just put in the name and phone number of a family member or close friend. -
Disaster on the 4th of JulyYou never know what moments will stand out in a person's memory of childhood. That 4th of July when I was eight-years-old started out like any other, but the day's events took an ominous turn by mid-afternoon. -
Federal Government Updates List of Human CarcinogensOn June 10, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services released the "12th Report on Carcinogens." The report adds eight additional substances/chemicals to the list of known or suspected human cancer-causing products. -
James Arness, "Gunsmoke's" Matt Dillon, Fades into Sunset for Last TimeLong before Luke Skywalker battled intergalactic foes with light sabers, men of the wild west kept order with a gun on their hip; one such man was fictional Marshal Matt Dillon of "Gunsmoke." -
Best Food for Nutritional Value: The Sweet PotatoIn many American homes, this nutrition-packed food is cooked up as sweet potato casserole for holiday meals. But once you know all the facts behind this good-eating and good-for-you food, you may want to add it to your regular meal plans.
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American Icon: Pete SeegerPete Seeger never sought to be an icon or a hero, he merely followed his interests and ideals both in his music and his life. -
Senior Population Grows, ExtendsThey may not be the largest population segment, but Americans age 100 and older do comprise the fastest growing population segment proportionately. In 2009, over 70,000 people age 100+ were living in the United States, according to the U.S Census Bureau. -
Composting: Good for Your GardenIt's true that composting is good for the environment. Yard wastes and food scraps account for 26 percent of landfill waste. But equally important are the benefits composting can provide for your vegetable and flower gardens, even your yard. -
Not Shiny, Not Slick: My First BikeI don't consider my tricycle or the little bike with training wheels to be my first bike. A bike, after all, was what the big kids rode. I was so excited when my father announced the time was right for me to graduate to a real bike.
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Bob Seger Contemplates RetirementSay it isn't so! Bob Seger, rock and roll voice of a generation, is considering retirement after his current tour. The gravel-voiced native of Ann Arbor, Michigan is 66 years old and says his health is a prime consideration in his upcoming decision.Also published on:
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Baby Boomers Have Clout in Establishing PolicyBaby boomers represent at least 28 percent of the total U.S. population. That's impressive no matter how you look at it.Also published on:
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Will Oklahoma Rain Water Bring Japan Radiation?With news reports today that rain water in Boston, Massachusetts shows low levels of radiation, likely from Japan's nuclear crisis, can any state be safe from these effects?Also published on:
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Oklahomans Safe from New Superbug -- For NowThe latest strain of organism giving health care officials cause for concern is carbapenem-resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae, or CRPK. To date, Oklahoma is not one of the 35 states where CRPK is known to be present.Also published on:
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Changes Coming for WIC Income EligibilityTake heart; if you've recently applied for the Women, Infants and Children (WIC) Special Supplementation Nutrition Program and were ineligible due to income, change is coming. As of July 1, 2011, income eligibility guidelines will change. -
Sex Can Kill YouYou've been warned. As a kid maybe you heard that too much masturbation would make you go blind or make hair grow on your hands--old wive's tales meant to scare the bejeebers out of you. But now a medical study finds results that sex can kill you. -
Look for Advancements in Treatments for SeniorsPharmaceutical companies are already looking ahead to the future--they have to. Putting a new product on the market often requires years of research science just to formulate what may develop into a promising treatment or cure for a medical condition.
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Saving the Planet, One Acre at a TimeSaving the planet is important to all of us and the generations that come after, but my way of doing it is one acre at a time. -
FDA Changes Ruling on Drug to Treat Breast CancerAvastin (bevacizumab), a medication used to treat a certain type of brain cancer and cancers of the kidney, lung, rectum and colon -- and recently breast cancer -- is being recommended by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.Also published on:- Yahoo! US News
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Chapped Lips: Prevention and TreatmentCheilitis, the term for lips that are red and sore, is most often caused by external factors such as the weather elements, dry air, or even frequent licking of the lips.
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Exercise Benefits for SeniorsToo many times, even when we know what is good for us, we ignore it. There can be no doubt in anyone's mind that regular physical activity promotes and maintains good health and yet America leads the world in its rate of obesity.
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Helping Others While Helping YourselfAt any point in time, people try to make their budgets stretch as far as possible. In order to pay utilities and other of life's necessities, often the grocery budget is the first to be downsized. -
Bisphenol-A: What Are the Long-Term Consequences of Exposure?Bisphenol-A, or BPA, is a chemical that is used in the manufacture of polycarbonate plastics since the 1960s.
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Google in the E-Book BusinessGoogle, a name synonymous with "search engine," has thrown its hat into the ebook store ring with the likes of Amazon's Kindle, Barnes & Noble's Nook and Sony eReaders.Also published on:
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Wanchai Ferry Spicy Garlic Chicken a WinnerPrepackaged foods are often the go-to meals for busy people--or those who forgot to stop at the grocery store. While I prefer to home cook my meals from scratch, there are just times that prepackaged food is expedient. -
FDA Will Review Two Medications for Prostate Cancer PreventionGlaxoSmithKline, manufacturer of Avodart, and Merck, manufacturer of Proscar, have requested that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration add new official information for their respective medications.Also published on:
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Cranberry: Everything You Always Wanted to KnowNearly everything has to be labeled with a superlative to catch the attention of American consumers, hence the term "super food."
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EU Bans Bisphenol-A in Baby Bottles, FDA Stands Idle"USA Today" reports the European Union, or EU, has moved to ban the use of bisphenol-A, or BPA, in the manufacture of plastic baby bottles beginning March 2011.Also published on:
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Cigarette Smoking: Number 1 Cause of Premature Death in United StatesBy now it would seem that few people in developed countries could be ignorant of the fact that cigarette smoking leads to chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and other health risks. -
AIDS Prevention: Pill Approved for Use as Prophylactic for AIDS Prevention in Gay MenThe U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, CDC, released trial results for the use of Truvada as an additional means of preventing infection with the AIDS virus in gay men.
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Painkillers Darvon and Darvocet Withdrawn From U.S. Drug Market"The Washington Post" reports that, as of Nov. 19, 2010, Darvon was pulled from the market in response to a request by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration to do so.Also published on:
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Giving Thanks in the Autumn of LifeThanksgiving is not only about who is here, but also the memories of those who've gone before. -
Life in Black and WhiteI was born in the 1950s -- making me just one of the many American baby boomers in current society. To hear my adult children talk, you would think that meant I grew up in the age of dinosaurs.
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Weight Loss: The Best Way to Go is SlowYou've decided you want to lose 10 pounds--or 40 pounds--or more. The first thing you may be tempted to do is search online for quick weight loss diets or diet aids. -
Triglycerides and CholesterolTriglycerides and cholesterol, while necessary for proper bodily function, are often found in elevated levels in the average Western diet--and in the average American.
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Weight Loss: A Simple Mathematic EquationNo matter how many diet fads or miracle "fat burners" come down the pike, the simple fact is that to lose weight, you have to use more energy (calories) than you consume.
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Big Brother: Orwell's "1984" a Few Years LaterThe Canaan, Connecticut school board is in talks with a Westport security company about a pilot program designed to insert radio-frequency identification (RFID) chips to students to monitor their activity at school. -
Write What You KnowAs writers, often times we are assigned to write about topics about which we know very little. When the opportunity arises to write about whatever we choose, it is often best to write about what we know. -
Anti-Rape Condom to Debut at FIFA World Cup VenuesIn a country where the number of rapes reported is one of the world's highest, Dr. Sonnet Ehlers was so moved by an experience with a young rape victim 40 years ago that she has designed a method for women to help protect themselves from this crime.
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Magic Power Coffee Receives Food and Drug Administration Warning to ConsumersMagic Power Coffee, a relatively new product that is classified as a dietary supplement, may well have an ingredient or ingredients that make it unsafe for some consumers. The product is advertised as an aphrodisiac.
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Laws: We Need Fewer of Them, Not MoreIn the wake of news that our politicians are considering giving domain over the internet to the federal government, I have to wonder when enough is enough. When are we going to learn that legislating every detail in life isn't the answer to our problems? -
Farmer's Markets in OklahomaI'll admit it; I have the time and I have the space, but I lacked the motivation to get out there and plant a garden this year. Thanks to the many farmer's markets available throughout the area, I won't have to do without fresh fruits and vegetables.
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Internet Censorship: Is Government Control Just a Bill Away?Senator Joe Lieberman, has proposed legislation that would allow the federal government to take over the Internet during times of "crisis," done through a newly proposed agency, the National Center for Cybersecurity and Communications.
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BP Oil Spill: Yet Another Threat ExistsWhile British Petroleum's (BP) CEO Tony Hayward sits before the U.S. House Energy and Commerce Committee, experts and environmentalists have yet another concern to add to the list from the Gulf of Mexico oil spill--methane gas.
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Jaycee Dugard Distances Self from Biological FatherJaycee Dugard endured an 18-year long ordeal as a kidnapped and captive young woman and has come out the other side, working to put together her life. Her biological father, Kenneth Slayton, now wants to become a part of that life. -
Lyme Disease PreventionBlacklegged, or deer, ticks are the culprits in the transmission of Lyme disease to humans. While other ticks' bites may transmit other diseases such as Rocky Mountain spotted fever, tularemia and other diseases. -
Missed Inspections on Deepwater Horizon Oil RigThe Interior Department's Mineral Management Services (MMS) is responsible to perform monthly inspections on all oil rigs, yet BP's Deepwater Horizon rig had missed sixteen such inspections in the last five years. -
Women in History: Anna Eleanor Roosevelt, Part FourWith husband Franklin Delano Roosevelt at the helm of Oval Office, Eleanor wasted no time in working to find her niche.
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British Petroleum Has More Than One Oil Spill to Contend WithBritish Petroleum--BP--has its hands full these days with the major oil spill that continues to flow in the Gulf of Mexico. Another oil spill, this one in Alaska that occurred in May 2010 also involves this corporate giant. -
Women in History: Anna Eleanor Roosevelt, Part ThreeIt would be difficult to imagine any politician, leader of industry or head of state who had a wife with any more savvy, determination and courage than did Franklin Delano Roosevelt in his wife Eleanor.
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Kaboom Bathroom Cleaner Makes Short Work of Eliminating Soap Scum and Hard Water Build-UpEveryone has to deal with the problems of soap scum residue on sinks, shower doors, faucets, etc. and many people have to deal with the deposits hard water leaves behind. Kaboom Bathroom Cleaner works effectively on both of these problems. -
Woman in Oregon Ires Neighbors with Laundry HabitSusan Taylor, a resident of Bend, Oregon who lives in what is termed an "exclusive neighborhood," Awbrey Butte, has incensed her neighbors by hanging out her clothes to dry. -
Love Letters: Elizabeth Taylor and Richard BurtonFor the Baby Boomer generation and those who came before them, there can be few relationships comparable in memory to that of Elizabeth Taylor and Richard Burton. -
Female Pedestrian Hit by Car Suing Google MapsLauren Rosenberg, a woman in Park City, Utah and her attorney have filed a lawsuit against both the driver of the car that struck her while she was walking on State Route 224 and against Google for the walking directions it had provided for her. -
Enlarged Prostate: Seventeen-Year Study Confirms Surgery Best Treatment to Improve IncontinenceAt the annual meeting of the American Urologic Association on May 30, 2010, the Mayo Clinic presented its findings of a 17-year long study of over 2100 men with benign prostatic hypertrophy (BPH). -
Xenical/Alli May Cause Liver DamageOrlistat, the generic name for the active ingredient in the medications Xenical and Alli, has been indirectly linked to severe liver damage in thirteen individual cases, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
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Women in History: Anna Eleanor Roosevelt, Part TwoAnna Eleanor Roosevelt, as an adult, was the sum total of her life experiences and socioeconomic background as much as any other person.
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Hepatitis C: Experimental Drug is Proving Efficacy in Research StudiesHepatitis C, or HCV, is a viral infection of the liver which has no known cure. Bristol-Myers Squibb recently published its results of the data for the Phase II trial of a medication, also to treat HCV, but does so by blocking a protein, NS5A. -
Lessons in Life: Don't Pick the FlowersI've always been a person who enjoyed the outdoors, whether it was when I lived in a small town or since I've moved to a rural area. Many things have helped to broaden my perspective on a wide variety of topics since moving to the country.
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Women in History: Anna Eleanor Roosevelt Part OneNever doubt the influence a single person can make in the life of another; Anna Eleanor Roosevelt had just such an influence in her young life.
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Women in History: Elizabeth BlackwellDuring the time when many young women were denied even a high school education, Elizabeth Blackwell was not only the first openly female candidate accepted into a medical school, but the first woman to graduate in the United States with a medical degree. -
Health Websites that DeliverWhether you're researching information for yourself or a loved one, or performing research for writing, you are undoubtedly seeking information that is unbiased, accurate, and dependable. Find it at these Websites.
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Maternal Mortality Rates Around the WorldMost everyone can agree that a woman dying during pregnancy, during childbirth or within the first six weeks after giving birth is a tragedy that seems modern medicine should be able to avert, 350,000 to 500,000 women the world over are doing just that.
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Barry Manilow: From Jingle Singer to SuperstardomWith music that seems timeless, the 66 year-old native New Yorker Barry Manilow, has signed a contract with Paris Las Vegas to perform 70 shows/year for two years. Not bad for a musician who broke into the business by singing jingles for commercials. -
Carrie Underwood Makes Country Music History at CMT AwardsThe small town young woman from Checotah, Oklahoma likely surprised no one more than herself when she was awarded country music's Entertainer of the Year award at the 2010 Academy of Country Music Awards held April 19, 2010.
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Knorr Fiesta Sides Spanish RiceIf you're looking for a meal time side dish with a Spanish dash, Knorr Fiesta Sides Spanish Rice may just fill the bill. But you don't have to use it as simply a side dish. -
Maternal Deaths Decreasing--Or Are They?On April 10, 2010 the prestigious British medical journal, The Lancet, published a study on maternal health that was conducted by Christopher Murray and his team at the Institute for Health Metrics at the University of Washington. -
Boy Scouts Ordered to Pay Damages to Victim of Sexual AbuseKerry Lewis, the victim of sexual assault by his scoutmaster in his youth, has been vindicated by the judge and jury who heard his case. -
Dixie Carter; Multifaceted WomanDixie Carter, best known to the public at large as an actress who charmed with her wit and femininity, was also a wife and mother, and a woman with varied interests, including the history of her family and that of her husband, Hal Holbrook.
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Senator Tom Coburn Surprises Tea PartySenator Tom Coburn, a Republican senator from Oklahoma, is a man known for his fiscal restraint, so much so that he has been nicknamed "Dr. No." His politics are conservative and the Tea Party embraces his politics.
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Precription Poisoning Now Second Leading Cause of Unintentional Injury DeathAlthough celebrities receive the most notoriety for the problem, poisoning by prescription medications is by no means limited to public figures. It is an issue that has become increasingly widespread among the general populace in the United States. -
Central Oklahoma Family Friendly DestinationEnvisioned by founders Jasmine and Melvin Moran to be a spot where kids and their families could have fun while learning and interacting, the Jasmine Moran Children's Museum in Seminole, Oklahoma has lived up to that vision and then some.
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Health Care Reform: What it Means for YouAmericans would be hard-pressed to find a more volatile topic these days than that of health care reform. It's a subject that found both elected officials and the electorate nearly evenly divided, either for or against. -
Bing: Microsoft's Answer to the Search EngineMicrosoft entered the competitive realm of search engines in 2009, introducing Bing.com, a search engine that the parent company believes better addresses the needs of today's Internet users.
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A Gardener's Wish ListWhen considering a gift for a gardener, understanding his/her gardening method will guide you in the right direction. -
Community Gardens in Oklahoma CityCommunity gardens are alive and well in nearly every state of the union. The state of Oklahoma is no exception.
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It's Never Too Early to Plan Your GardenIt's mid-summer-the time when you might be tempted to rest on your gardening laurels-enjoying the bounty of your flower and/or vegetable garden. -
Maximize Your Flower Garden's Potential: Dead Head Spent BloomsDead heading is the name given to the removal of faded or withered blooms on flowering plants in your garden.
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Thrifty and Effective Eye Makeup RemoverBefore you decide that Dollar General has nothing in the way of skin care or other products you'd ever consider using, read this review on their Skin Selects Eye Make-up Remover. -
Thrifty and Effective Eye Make-up RemoverBefore you decide that Dollar General has nothing in the way of skin care or other products you'd ever consider using, read this review on their Skin Selects Eye Make-up Remover.Also published on:- Yahoo! US Your Wisdom
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FDA Approves New Blood Thinner MedicationAfter an 18 month long review, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved the sale of a new blood thinning medication, Effient, developed by Eli Lilly and Danchii Sankyo.
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Climate Bill Passes in House of RepresentativesIn a vote that was almost too close to call, the House of Representatives passed 219-212 what is being hailed as a landmark bill, the "Climate Bill," for clean energy on June 26, 2009. -
Health Care Reform: First StepsThere has been a great deal of media and individual speculation as to what progress is being made in the area of health care reform.
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My Father Lives OnFather's Day holds a special place in my heart, and it's because I was fortunate enough to have several older males in my family who were loving, caring men.
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Health Care Reform for AmericaPresident Barack Obama has revealed both his ideas for health care reform and the timetable for when he would like such change to occur.
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Oklahoma City is Proud Location of the Oklahoma Zoo AmphitheaterOklahoma has a proud cowboy heritage, but there is more going on in Oklahoma than campfires and cattle drives-and one of those "other" things is the Oklahoma Zoo Amphitheater.
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Grandmother of Seven Unearths New Found Frugality in OklahomaLike many, I am doing what I can to survive in the current economic crisis. But unlike some, I've lived on a tighter budget over a longer spate of time. In some ways, this means I'm ahead of the curve in finding ways to get the most bang for my buck.
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Oklahoma Gardening ResourcesPerhaps you've been an avid gardener for years, or coming back to the fold after an absence, or like me, an experienced gardener in another climate/zone-whatever the case, there are plenty of resources available for every level of Oklahoma gardeners.
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Contact Lenses: Now It's Possible to See Both Near and FarUntil recently, the person who suffered from both farsightedness and nearsightedness had the options of wearing bifocal lenses in their glasses or using reading glasses for near vision in addition to wearing contact lenses for improved distance vision.
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Obama's 10-Year Budget ProposalPoliticians at every level are often jeered for trying to be all things to all people, no matter how disparate their interests and objectives may be. -
Treasury Secretary Geithner Announces His Chief of Staff ChoicePresident Barack Obama's first choice for Treasury Secretary, Timothy Geithner, was confirmed and sworn into office January 26, 2009.
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Obama's First Days as President Meet with Citizen ApprovalIf you've not had enough of pollsters and their numbers throughout the long presidential campaign, then this Gallup poll is for you. -
Obama Reverses America's Aid Policy on AbortionOn January 23, 2009, newly-inaugurated President Barack Obama took a stand on a woman's right to choose an abortion by reversing the policy of denying aid to foreign countries programs that support a woman's right to choose.
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Hepatitis C: Become Empowered with InformationHepatitis C is a viral infection of the liver that affects nearly 200 million people worldwide, with at least 4 million of those living in the United States.
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Peanut Butter and Peanut Paste Product RecallThe Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has determined that peanut butter and peanut butter products from the plant of Peanut Corp. of America, located in Blakely, Georgia is responsible for the tainted food. -
Shopping Tips for Alternative Medicine, Herbs and SupplementsShopping for alternative medicines, herbs and supplements can be a hit and miss experience at best. -
Romantic Restaurants for Valentine's Day Dining in Oklahoma City, OklahomaIf you're looking for a memorable place in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma for dining this Valentine's Day, these eateries may be just what Cupid ordered. -
Mardi Gras: Recipes to Bring the Flavor of the Celebration to Your TableIf you're interested in having even a small part of Mardi Gras in your home, these recipes will help to bring the flavor of the celebration to your table.
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TRESemme Color Thrive ProductsThese are products designed to "improve natural radiance of color treated hair," as it states on both the shampoo and conditioner bottles. -
Pillsbury Bake-Off Contest Offers Fame/FortuneIf you've got an original recipe that will fit into one of four categories and uses at least two of the eligible products as ingredients, you could win up to $1 million in Pillsbury's 44th Annual Bake-Off Contest.
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Health and Fitness in Oklahoma CityWhether your intention is to lose some pounds, gain a new physique, or just improve your general health and well-being, Oklahoma City has something for everyone. -
Head to Oklahoma City for the International Finals Rodeo ChampionshipOklahoma City will host the 39th International Finals Rodeo championship on January 16, 17, & 18, 2009 at the Oklahoma State Fair Park.
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Dick Cheney Rated as Worst Vice President Ever by 1 in 4 RespondentsIt would be difficult to name a United States vice president about whom less was known-and who wielded more power-than Vice President Dick Cheney.
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Family-Friendly New Year's Eve Celebrations in Your CityIt's likely that there is a family-friendly venue close to you for a New Year's Eve celebration. The following are lists of just such celebrations going on in various areas of the nation: -
Reflections of a LifeAs many people do from time to time throughout their lives, I recently spent time in reflection of what the purpose of my life has been and whether or not I have made use of the gifts given to me by the Creator.
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Tribute to a Living HeroThe definition of a hero is someone who is revered for great courage. Immediate images that come to many people's minds when the word is used might be John Wayne, Spiderman or John Glenn.
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New Year's Eve Celebration Drinks--Without AlcoholThinking of throwing a New Year's Eve party? If you're planning one, even if you plan to serve alcoholic beverages, it's always a good idea at any party to also have non-alcoholic beverages available for guests.
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Another Food Recall: This Time It's Irish PorkIn yet another food contamination incident, the government of Ireland has made public that samples of both animal feed and pork fat samples revealed high levels of dioxin, a carcinogenic and toxic compound. -
Bank Overdraft Fees StudiedIn news that will be hardly startling to anyone who has had any experience with banks, checking accounts, debit cards, etc., "USA Today" revealed the results of an 18 month long study of FDIC-regulated banks and their associated fees. -
Dietary Guidelines for AmericansNutrition is one science that affects everyone on a daily basis, one science that more of us are aware of than perhaps any of the other sciences combined.
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The New Food PyramidIn 2005, the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) literally turned the food pyramid on its side, adding recommendations for physical activity among the dietary guidelines.
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Let's Say Thanks to Our TroopsXerox is sponsoring a community outreach program that extends worldwide-to U.S. troops wherever they may be.
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Christmas Gift Giving Made EasySelecting and buying a gift that will be welcomed and appreciated by the recipient, whether male or female is essentially about one thing: knowing and understanding what it is the recipient enjoys or has an interest in. -
Consumer Product Safety Regarding PhthalatesIn August 2008, Congress passed a bill banning phthalates (chemical) in products for use by children under the age of 12. This bill will go into effect in February 2009. -
Dealing with the Loss of a PetA loss of a pet is rarely an easy passing with which to cope, but knowing your options for preserving your pet's memory may be of some comfort at that time. -
National Security Agency Accused of Eavesdropping on American CitizensAllegations by two former NSA workers reveal hundreds of U.S. citizens overseas were victims of illegal eavesdropping by that agency and its workers -
Voter Registration at Center of ControversiesCurrently there are concerns that the majority of states have failed in the area of voter registration, and some states' actions to purge their voter rolls may be illegal. -
Satellite-Surveillance Program Now to Be Used on U.S. CitizenryThe U.S. Congress and President George W. Bush put a bill into law that will allow even further intrusions in personal privacy and the civil rights of every citizen of the nation. -
Melamine-Tainted Food RecallSeptember 2008 has been an unkind month for many of the infants in China. Almost 53,000 infants there have become sick, and four have died, from ingesting baby formula or milk tainted with melamine.
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Full Disclosure in Troopergate is WarrantedThe firing of Public Safety Commissioner Walt Monegan in July 2008 by Palin in her position as Alaskan governor-would be in the best interest of the candidates, and more so, in the best interest of the nation. -
Scandal in the Department of the InteriorThe royalty-in-kind division of the Mineral Management Service (MMS) is embroiled in an oil-and-sex scandal.
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Autumn is the Time to Plant Spring-Flowering BulbsThe cooler, sunny days of autumn are the time to begin the process of soil amendments in preparation for planting the bulbs of spring flowers such as daffodils, tulips, crocus, iris, hyacinths, and others. -
Discover the Joys of Secondhand ShoppingIf, up to now, you've spent little time scouring the want ads for garage sales, or have rarely stepped foot into a thrift store, flea market, or consignment shop, I want to clue you in on what you've been missing. -
Mark-Paul Gosselaar Triumphs Over Stigma of Having Been "Zack"Mark-Paul Gosselaar has been off the radar for a while, at least as far as general viewer-ship goes, but that's about to change. -
Liberty and Justice for All--Even Sex OffendersHaving any sort of intelligent discussion about the rights of those who have been arrested for any number of sexually related crimes is nearly impossible in our present culture.
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Urgent Care Centers Fill Health Care GapUrgent Care Centers are not new to the American health care scene; they have been in existence since the 1970's. What is new is the prevalence of these centers in recent years. There are more than 15,000 urgent care centers dotting the country. -
Breakthrough to Clean Affordable Energy for the PlanetOne of the largest drawbacks to the practical application of solar or wind power has been the issue of storage. After all, what does one do when the sun isn't shining or the wind isn't blowing? -
Mexican Drug Cartels Profit on American SoilAnyone who has been lulled into complacency about the issue of undocumented immigrants entering the United States by stories of individuals or families who have come to America needs to take the time to learn about the other side of the coin. -
Price of Ice is Nice...And Fixed?Just when you thought the federal government had lost all concern for stretching your hard-earned dollars... -
Evaluating ResearchHow often does a newspaper, magazine, or net source publish reports of a test or study? It's difficult to read any source without finding some research cited. But not all research data is created equally, nor is every study definitive.
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Vitamin D Deficiency: To Supplement or Not?There has been a significant increase in the number of lab tests ordered by physicians to determine vitamin D levels in the last couple of years.
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Alzheimer's Research Shows Early PromiseFive million people suffer from Alzheimer's disease in the United States alone. There has been much research through the years to attempt to stop this disease in its tracks or to at least slow down its progression.
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WBA Welterweight Title MatchFans of boxing were treated to a super match on Saturday, July 26, 2008 in Las Vegas, Nevada. In the ring were two boxers weighing in at 147 pounds each-but no one should take the welterweight division anything but seriously.
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Tai Chi Offers Multiple Benefits to Older AdultsThere's an exercise that's been practiced for thousands of years in China that is making a big splash with older adults and health care practitioners of older adults. That exercise is Tai Chi, or Tai Chi Chuan. -
Good News for Alzheimer's and Dementia SufferersIt isn't a true revelation that regular physical activity is good for us, but perhaps the more research that is done to confirm in just how many ways our health benefits from being active, there will be something we learn that will spur us to heed the advice.
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Lifestyle DiseasesLifestyle disease, also referred to as diseases of longevity or diseases of civilization, are diseases that are seen more often in countries as their technology develops and lifespans increase.
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House Judiciary Committee Meeting--Hot Air or Real Thing?July 25, 2008 may mark a date in history when the United States House of Representatives, particularly the Judiciary Committee, stood up and held the holders of the highest offices of our nation accountable for decisions and actions taken during the last eight years. -
Cell Phone Use: Err on the Side of Caution?Dr. Ronald B. Herberman, director of the University of Pittsburgh Cancer Institute, issued a warning to his faculty and staff, numbering three thousand people, to limit cell phone use due to the possible risk of cancer on July 23, 2008. -
Voting in the United StatesAn informed electorate can make all the difference; changes are possible. Make your voice heard.
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Funeral Pre-Planning Goes the Way of the World Wide WebFuneral planning on the Internet is now possible. An activity that most people would rather not think about, pre-planning your funeral makes good sense, nevertheless. -
Impending ThunderstormSometimes the storms in Oklahoma develop quickly. This storm arrived slowly, sending the summer temperature plummeting 15-20 degrees as the storm came nearer and nearer. -
High Drama for Green Bay Packer FansIt's another dicey day in Wisconsin, and anywhere there is a Green Bay Packer's fan. The drama of Brett Favre's "un-retirement" has team management and fans up in the air emotionally. -
Kalahari Resort in VacationlandKalahari Resort opened in May 2005 in its Sandusky, Ohio location. It touts itself as "America's largest indoor waterpark" with 173,000 square feet of water fun available
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Summer Heat Precautions for Older AdultsPeople 60 and over need to be especially cautious in the heat of the summer to ensure they stay healthy and hydrated.
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Are You Aware of the New Postal Guidelines?With the most recent rate hike by the United States Post Office, there also went into effect new guidelines for what can be mailed for a single first-class stamp. Many greeting cards and other "unusally" shaped mail now requires additional postage -
Resources for Family CaregiversThere are approximately 50 million people in the United States who are caring for spouses, adult children, or their parents. These people are family caregivers and most of them need to know they aren't going through the experience alone.
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Contraception Choices: The IUDOne of the more complicated decisions sexually active women of child-bearing ages have to make is their choice of contraceptive. While there are many methods of contraception, from condoms to birth control pills, here we'll talk about IntraUterine Device or IUD.
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Brett Favre--Quarterback Without a Team?What an agonizing time it is in mid-July for Brett Favre, his family, the Green Bay Packers, and the Packer fans. -
Frisco, Texas: Athletic/Aquatic CenterThis north Dallas suburb has a family-oriented athletic center with amenities that range from two full gymnasiums to four separate pools in the indoor aquatic center. -
Hair Care: Conair Hot SticksA New twist on hot rollers; easy to use and they produce traditional or spiral curls. -
Conservation/Natural BurialNatural burial--being buried without embalming and in biodegradable caskets--is the ultimate example of the cycle of life.
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Oklahoma State Fair and Centennial ExpoSeptember 13-23, 2007 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma: Oklahoma State Fair and Expo. Fun for the entire family. Gate admission: $8.00 Something for everyone and more than you can imagine.
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Rodeo and Festival in Arcadia, Oklahoma24th annual Arcadia, Oklahoma Heritage Festival and Rodeo held August 31, September 1 and 2, 2007. A unique experience that is family fare. Something for everyone. A great way to spend your Labor Day weekend.
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POPS66 - A Different Kind of StoreA new kind of store, a new kind of experience awaits you at the newest icon on historic Route 66 in Oklahoma.
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Voice of FreedomA man of the land, first and foremost, his logic and grasp of what should be obvious to the rest of American society is put so eloquently.
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Consumer Reviews OnlineBrief overview of importance of consumer-written reviews. Three particular consumer review websites detailed.
