Sunscreen To Prevent Skin Cancer
Arizona has the highest incidence of melanoma in the United States. SPF-30 can prevent this deadly cancer. It is more than sun blocking – it is more elegant than that.
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Salmonella Food Poisoning on the Rise in the US
Avoid food poisoning by keeping all perishable foods refrigerated properly. If food is at room temperature for more than two hours it may not be safe to eat. The bacteria that cause food poisoning typically do not produce an odor or change the texture of the food.
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Neckties Banned for Healthcare Professionals?
Studies showed that neckties could be carriers for bad bugs, like MRSA, and others. More and more studies have shown an increasing colonization of neckties with pathogenic bacteria. Legislators in New York are considering banning the necktie from all health care professionals.
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Cell Phones Can Kill You
The real danger of cell phones is from driving. There is a positive increase in accidents that have been attributed to the use of cell phones while driving. Many states and cities have passed laws that require cell phone users to have an earpiece.
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Pork: Medium-Rare Please
Pork is best when served medium rare. When pork is over-cooked it is too dry, and loses its flavor and consistency. This is good news for foodies everywhere (of course, most of us have been cooking pork on the rare to medium rare side all along).
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Being Ill on An Airplane
If you do become ill while traveling, and are tended to by a physician, even if it is for dehydration – take their card and send them a follow up note and a thank you. We don’t expect or want payment for our services, but we always like knowing how things turn out and how people are doing.
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Small Changes to Your Diet Equal Big Results
Making changes in what you eat on a day-by-day basis can make a profound difference over time about how you eat.
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Making Simple Changes To Your Diet
Trading up to better food, to better quality food, means that you can enjoy life more. It gives you a chance to incorporate some of the micro-nutrients that you might be missing. Ultimately you are empowering yourself for your own health.
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Good For Your Health: Smoothies
Smoothies are healthy snacks or can be enjoyed for breakfast. They allows me to pack in some healthy components, like whey protein, fiber, or flaxseed. My strawberry smoothie recipe is included.
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