The Importance of AirBags and Seat Belts
Region: Alabama
It has often been said that airbags save lives. Unfortunately, some people learn this lesson first hand. My brother was recently involved in an accident that almost cost him his life. The EMS told him that wearing his seat belt, and the airbag deploying, were the only two things that saved him. As you can see from the picture, the drivers front side of the car was totaled. They had to saw... more
Views: 909Everything You Need to Know About Your Hysterectomy (But Were Afraid to Ask)
Region: AlabamaFinding out that you need to have a hysterectomy can be one of the scariest moments in your life. Thankfully, there are numerous resources available to help you not only prepare for the operation, but also offer support with the emotional aspects. Your doctor will be your first source of information. He will explain why you need the hysterectomy, and the options available to you. These are the differ... more
Views: 2369Poetry Analysis of IF by Rudyard Kipling
Region: AlabamaI have to start off by saying that this is my favorite poem of all time! I think if we could strive to do even half the things he mentions in the poem, we would be far better people. There are so many lessons to be learned from the poem. Let's analyze them in the hopes that we can come close to meeting their expectations. The first section of the poem, in my opinion, is about being true to one's self. There are always... more
Views: 53545Interview with Rhonda Keffer on Helping Adults with Disabilities
Region: Alabama
Rhonda Keffer is a Regional Administrator overseeing seven programs that include five group homes, a day program, and a supported living program. Her programs are a part of The Mentor Network, which is a national network of human service providers. Rhonda is a selfless, caring person who works long hours helping others. She is dedicated to making the lives of her clients better and as productive as po... more
Views: 1418Animal Rescuse Service: An Interview With a Dog Transport Volunteer
Region: AlabamaAnimal lovers everywhere cringe whenever they hear of cruelty to an animal, or about animals that are abandoned and sent to shelters where they will be euthanized. Have you ever wondered what you could do to help an animal in need? The Dog Transport Volunteers is a group that looks out for animals by helping get them to new homes. Denise Whitaker is a Volunteer Animal Rescue Transporter with this orga... more
Views: 2504Melanoma: A Survivor's Story
Region: AlabamaMelanoma is a very serious form of skin cancer. It is more prevalent in older adults, but people of any age are susceptible. It is very important to check your skin, and consult a dermatologist at the first sign of any change in a mole or freckle, or if you develop a new skin lesion. If detected in the early stages, melanoma has a very high survival rate. If left untreated the survival rate drop... more
Views: 6193Having a Child After 30
Region: AlabamaHave you ever wondered what it would be like to have a child in your thirties? Would it be easier or harder? Would you have enough energy? Pennie Gregory was 32 years old when she had her son, and she is going to give us her perspective on the matter. ANGEL: How did you feel when you found out you were pregnant? PENNIE: Extremely shocked! After nearly 10 years with no pregnancies, it was surreal to ... more
Views: 1789Lap Band Procedure: A Triumph
Region: AlabamaThere have been many advances in technology to help people lose weight. One of the most successful is the lap band procedure. A lap band is a silicone band that goes around the top of the stomach. It makes it to where you can’t eat as much and fill full quicker. Therefore you lose weight by taking in fewer calories. Debbie Overton had this procedure and has lost over 100 pounds! ... more
Views: 1662The Benefits of Making Nutritional Information Available at Restaurants
Region: AlabamaIf all restaurants had nutrition information listed, it would definitely make life easier for those with health conditions that require dietary restrictions. It would also boost profits for the establishments themselves. This article will review the benefits for customers and restaurant owners; it will also offer some suggestions for the implementation of nutritional information at all establishments. You ... more
Views: 2352Ten 100 Calorie Snacks Suitable for Everyone
Region: AlabamaThere are a lot of healthy snacks around that are less than 100 calories. The ten listed below should be good for people following any diet program, and they are also very tasty. Pick your favorite and enjoy. 1. Cantaloupe: Cantaloupe taste really good and a ½ cup serving only has 27.3 calories, less than ½ a gram of fat, and 6.5 grams of carbohydrates. Cantaloupe is even on the ap... more
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