What you need to do to become a librarian

Gone are the stereotypes of librarians with feather dusters moving up and down rows of musty-smelling books.  These days, a librarian can aptly be called an information manager.  If you're interested in this type of career, check out this article:

http://www.edubook.com/how-to-become-a-librarian/23877/

How to Recover Optimally from Heart Surgery

Sometimes patients facing bypass or other open heart surgery worry less about surviving the procedure than they do about what their recovery will be like.  Here are some tips that will help:

http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/2521997/tips_for_an_optimal_recovery_after.html?cat=5

The Mexican legend of the poinsettia

Whether they're the traditional red or the more contemporary cream or yellow, poinsettias will be forever known as the flowers of Christmas.  Read their legend here:

http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/2341274/christmas_poinsettias_mexican_legend.html?cat=74

Can you guess which are the largest dog breeds?

Are they the tallest?  The heaviest?  You'll find out here:

http://www.edubook.com/largest-dog-breeds/22510/

How to get through the holidays when you're suffering from a heartache

Everybody you see is rushing around, volunteering to help with religious services or shopping 'til they drop, it seems.  You just feel totally lost this holiday season.  Here are some tips on how to get through it:

http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/2483394/how_to_get_through_the_holidays_after.html?cat=74

How to finish your holiday shopping without blowing your budget

You still have a few names on the gift list and only a few bills in your wallet.  How can you finish Christmas shopping or other holiday giving and celebrating and stay within your budget?  Here are some tips to help:

http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/2472704/how_to_stay_within_your_budget_while.html?cat=46

Online support for Alzheimer's caregivers

Here's info on round-the-clock online support for those who are Alzheimer's caregivers:

http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/2426788/online_resources_offer_support_for.html?cat=5

Does your dog need plastic surgery?

While some plastic surgery procedures occur due to medical necessity, others are performed solely due to the preference of a dog's owner.  Read about it here:

http://www.edubook.com/plastic-surgery-for-dogs/21704/

How to prep your kitchen for the holidays

Whether you're cooking dinner for 30 or just a special holiday meal for you and your spouse, here are some tips to get your kitchen in order and cut holiday stress:

http://www.helium.com/items/1658307-how-to-prepare-your-kitchen-for-the-holidays

Home remedies for athlete's foot

If your collection of over-the-counter meds for athlete's foot is taking over the bathroom and your checkbook, trying a few home remedies might be worth your while.  Here are some of the best:

http://www.edubook.com/home-remedies-for-athletes-foot/20314/#more-20314

How has health care reform affected medical schools?

Answer:  Many schools have completely redesigned their curricula.  Here's why and what you should expect in the future:

http://www.helium.com/items/1649290-effect-of-health-care-reform-on-medical-schools

Tips for locating free or low-cost mental health treatment

If you're job-free or without health insurance, it might be difficult to find affordable care for a mental health condition.  Here are some tips on what you should do to find treatment:

http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/2380798/tips_for_finding_free_or_lowcost_mental.html?cat=5

Traveling over the holidays? Here's how to tote your luggage safely.

Thousands of people are injured each year while trying to tote suitcases and other types of baggage while traveling.  Here's how to do it safely:

http://www.helium.com/items/1646189-how-to-tote-your-luggage-safely

Treatments for Uterine Fibroids

Although most women who have them need no treatment, for some, uterine fibroids are disabling.  Here's the lowdown on current treatments:

http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/2357652/available_treatments_for_uterine_fibroids.html?cat=5

Great magazine subscription gifts for moms for Christmas

The trick is to get her one she would love but probably wouldn't purchase herself.  Here are six of the best for your gift list:

http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/2342554/best_magazine_subscriptions_to_give.html?cat=46