Tuesday, November 10, 2009

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

Saturday, November 7, 2009

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

Monday, November 2, 2009

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

Saturday, October 31, 2009

Cell phone gifts for Christmas

If you're a little hesitant to buy someone on your list a cell phone because you don't know exactly what he or she would like, there are plenty of alternatives in the way of accessories and prepaid phones.

Read about them here:

http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/2332362/cell_phone_gift_ideas_for_christmas.html?cat=46

Friday, October 23, 2009

Tips for saving money when you eat out

If you or someone in your family is jobfree, the thought of paying for a restaurant meal might be a little fearful.

Here are some tips to help you save and still celebrate those special occasions:

http://www.helium.com/items/1624240-how-to-save-money-eating-out

Wednesday, October 21, 2009

What exactly is Alzheimer's disease?

It's in the news almost every day.  Nearly everyone has a story to tell about a relative who had this illness.

But what exactly is Alzheimer's disease - in plain English?

http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/2310443/what_exactly_is_alzheimers_disease.html?cat=70

Monday, October 19, 2009

Side effects from the swine flu vaccine

Two types of 2009 swine flu vaccine are available.  While the CDC considers both safe, read about their potential side effects:

http://www.edubook.com/swine-flu-vaccine-side-effects/17770/

Friday, October 16, 2009

Need a dog that doesn't shed much - if at all?

There's no such thing as a canine that's 100 percent shed-free.  However, many of them shed so little, it's undetectable.  If you or someone you know loves pets but has allergies or hates pet hair all over the house, here are some dogs to consider:

http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/2278917/dog_breeds_that_dont_shed.html?cat=15

Sunday, October 11, 2009

Nicotine poisoning and cats

Nicotine isn't harmful just to humans. Ingesting it can kill a cat. Read about the symptoms and treatment for nicotine poisoning here:

http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/2271901/the_dangers_of_nicotine_poisoning_in.html?cat=53

Saturday, October 10, 2009

Family pets: guinea pigs

Can anybody ever really love a rodent? You bet -- if it's a guinea pig. Read all about these little critters and decide if they'd make great pets for your family:

http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/2239771/family_pets_guinea_pigs.html?cat=53

Sunday, September 27, 2009

How swine flu spreads

We're heard dozens of rumors about swine flu, also known as the H1N1 virus. Here's the lowdown on exactly how it spreads:

http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/2193157/how_swine_flu_spreads.html?cat=25

What the new medicine patches can do for you

They're useful for treating a lot more than pain or nicotine withdrawal.

Read how the newest medicine patches can change your life:

http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/2199633/how_medicine_patches_can_help_you_overcome.html?cat=71

Thursday, September 17, 2009

Why four-year colleges and universities are becoming extinct

They're an American tradition, stone and ivy or concrete and glass. Dating back to the founding of Harvard, they've granted four-year degrees in a traditional way.

Read why colleges and universities that grant four-year degrees could soon become extinct:

http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/2174767/why_traditional_colleges_and_universities.html?cat=4

Thursday, September 10, 2009

What on earth is Stevens-Johnson Syndrome?

It can appear out of the blue. One minute, its victim is fine. Anywhere from hours to days later, his or her life could be in danger:

http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/2156011/what_is_stevensjohnson_syndrome.html?cat=70

Wednesday, September 2, 2009

How to avoid surgery for a rotator cuff injury

For many years, individuals who suffered from rotator cuff injuries were sent down the path toward dreaded surgery. Today, they have a number of non-surgical treatment options. Read about them here:

http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/2132733/how_to_treat_rotator_cuff_injuries.html?cat=70