With the large number of portable devices we use every day, it is no wonder that we have a lot of batteries to recycle. Using rechargeable ones, such as nickel cadmium (NiCad) batteries, cuts down on some of the waste. Unfortunately, even rechargeable ones eventually stop working and need proper disposal. Since nickel cadmium is a known carcinogen for humans, many countries have programs in place to recycle them safely. In most cases these programs are offered free of charge as well. Does this Spark an idea?
Instructions
1. Consult the Organisation for Economic Co-Operation and Development (OECD)'s website for the most current information on locations where you can dispose of NiCad batteries properly worldwide.
2. Follow the web links the OECD provides to find out more about existing recycling facilities in your area as well as their hours of operation.
3. Phone ahead to make sure that the facility you plan to visit with your batteries will be open at the time you choose to visit. While many people try to keep their websites as up-to-date as possible, sometimes that information is not the most current. Speaking to a person on the phone will always give you the most up-to-date information.
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Most women have a love-hate relationship with their breasts. They make you feel feminine, but you're always finding fault: too big, too small and lopsided, too. You may be surprised to find that most women have one breast that's a little bigger than the other. The difference can become more apparent after having children, especially if you tended to nurse more on one side than the other. Here's find a bra when your breasts are different sizes.
Instructions
1. Put on a bra that you already own and that fits reasonably well. It should not be padded and should fit the larger breast without smashing it.
2. Take a deep breath and let it out. Before inhaling again, measure around your ribcage just below your breasts.
3. If the measurement is a fraction, round it to a whole number. 28 1/2 inches would round up to 29 inches, for example.
4. Add 4 inches to the measurement if the number is even; if it's odd, add 5 inches. Write down that number; this is your band size.
5. Keeping your posture straight, measure around the fullest part of your breasts. Write down this number.
6. Subtract the band size from the number you got when you measured over your breasts. The difference tells you what cup size you need. If the difference is up to 1/2 inch, your cup size is AA. From 1/2 to 1 inch, you wear an A cup. A 2-inch difference means you wear a B cup, 3 inches is a C cup, 4 inches is a D cup, and so on.
7. Now that you know your correct bra size, you'll need to try on some bras. If your breasts are small to average size, look for bras with removable padding. You can remove the pad on the larger side and let the padding fill out the other side.
8. If your breasts are larger or you don't want to wear a padded bra, fill in the smaller cup with breast enhancers, sometimes known as bra inserts, cookies or chicken cutlets.
9. Shop online for bras specially made for women with noticeably uneven breasts.
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Shave excision is a quick and effective procedure for removing small skin moles.
Moles, also known as nevi, are skin lesions made up of pigmented cell clusters that can appear on any part of your body. Though moles are generally dark brown in color, they can appear in a variety of colors, shapes and sizes. While moles are generally harmless, they can detract from physical appearance or even turn cancerous, necessitating treatment measures. If the moles have an elevated surface or are small in size, a doctor can perform shave excision, a quick and simple technique that removes skin moles with a blade and requires no stitching of the wound. Does this Spark an idea?
Instructions
Instructions
1. The mole and surrounding area are washed with a cleaning solution. Local anesthesia is applied to numb the mole and the surrounding area.
2. A small surgical blade known as a Dermablade is used to cut around and below the mole, making the area flush with the surrounding skin.
3. The area where the mole was removed is cauterized with an electrical instrument to stop any bleeding that may occur.
4. Topical antibiotic is applied to the area to reduce the risk of infection.
5. The affected area may heal the same way a superficial graze heals---first oozing and then creating a scab---states the Brighton Laser Clinic website. The scab will fall off within seven to ten days, and the skin will heal naturally.
Don't ask granny if you can raid her closet for your costume.
An old lady costume with sagging boobs is definitely one for the adults, and is particularly entertaining when worn by a man. Decide whether to hide the boobs under some old "granny-style" clothing, or let it all hang out and have themdangling down from under a crop top. Either way, this costume is sure to raise some laughs ... and some eyebrows. Does this Spark an idea?
Instructions
1. Make the fake boobs by filling the toe ends of a pair of thick pantyhose with birdseed, Styrofoam filling or batting. Make them as oversized and droopy as possible. Make nipples from air-dry modeling clay. Paint the nipples pink with acrylic craft paint and attach them in place with stick-on hook-and-loop fastener. Place them around your neck so they hang in position. Use bra straps to help hold them in place, but have them hanging outside the bra.
2. Wear a baggy old-fashioned dress, or a blouse and skirt. Add a loose cardigan or shawl over the top. Use a belt to cinch in the waist and accentuate the boobs.
3. Wear thick, wrinkled pantyhose and sensible granny-style shoes. Buy a white or gray wig from a costume store, and top it off with an old-fashioned hat.
4. Accessorize with glasses and a string of pearl beads. Carry a walking stick and a large black purse. Walk with a bent-over stoop.
5. As an alternative if you are feeling daring, dress as an over-the-hill sexy waitress. Wear a crop top and shorts with your sagging boobs dangling down below the crop top. Add the wig and glasses. Wear white socks and sneakers and carry a tray of shot glasses.
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The Community Reinvestment Act was passed in 1977. The CRA requires banks to lend in low- to moderate-income neighborhoods.
History
The CRA was passed to provide financial services to underserved populations. According to the National Community Reinvestment Corp., since 1977 the CRA has resulted in $4.5 trillion in mortgages and other investments for minority and poor neighborhoods.
Qualifications
To qualify for a CRA home loan, you must be considered a low- to moderate-income family. The Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas defines low to moderate income as being less than 80 percent of the area's median income.
Participation
Many banks have developed their own community loan programs to comply with the CRA; HSBC Bank USA, for example, helps low-income borrowers buy, refinance or fix up a home. You do not have to be first-time homeowner to qualify.
Process
Banks must participate in CRA, so if you are looking for a home loan, ask your loan officer if you qualify. By law, the loan officer must take your application for a loan and give you certain disclosures pertaining to your rights as a borrower.
Regulation
All lenders must publicly display CRA information and provide institutional participation information to the public. Lenders are regulated for CRA compliance by federal government agencies such as the Office of the Comptroller and the Federal Reserve.
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Normally, the only time that a person concerns himself with getting the details is when there is a medical catastrophe. Of course, a crisis isn't the best time to find out that you have a $2,500 deductible or that a wheelchair isn't covered under your policy. So it's important to review what most health insurance policies cover and get the most out of them.
Types
Emergency services are covered by most health insurance policies. When you go to the emergency area of a hospital, check-in and receive treatment, the cost will be covered under your healht insurance policy, minus your deductible. And yes, there is a basic deductible for emergency room treatment normally starting at $50 or more. However, before you plan to run to the emergency room for all of your aches and pains, the majority of health insurance policies will only pay for injuries that are deemed emergency So if you have a cold, take an aspirin and sip on a bowl of soup. Don't run to the emergency room unless you have a fever that is so high that it really needs urgent care.
Features
Routine services are covered by most health insurance policies. They include annual check-ups such as pap smears and physicals. The majority of health policies will pay for a certain amount of these kinds of services every year, ranging from one every six months or two per year. If a person has an HMO, normally these services are paid for by the health policy with only a co-pay starting at $15 per visit. On non-HMO policies, a deductible may apply. This is especially true of castastrophic health polices that are designed to only cover medical emergencies. Deductibles on these kinds of polices can start at $1500 or higher. So, a person who needs to go to the doctor several times a year should opt for a more comprehensive health insurance policy with a lower deductible.
Benefits
Vision services are covered under health policies. Normally, it includes one visit a year to an eye doctor. Unfortunately, contacts and glasses are not always covered. This is especially true of basic health policies. So, it is important for anyone who wears glasses to buy a health policy that includes the coverage of hardware. These kinds of policies will offer set dollar amounts for the purchasing of glasses and contacts.
Significance
Reasonable diagnostic services are covered by most health insurance policies, minus the deductible. These services are X-rays, CT-scans and other procedures that help diagnose a disease or condition. Of course, what a patient feels is reasonable might be different from the opinion of a doctor or a health insurance company. So, before you ask for a special test, call your insurance company and find out if the symptoms you are experiencing will be deemed serious enough for you to qualify for coverage.
Considerations
Surgeries are paid by health insurance policies. Of course, because of their costs, a person normally has to get pre-authorization from his health insurance company. This pre-authorization request is normally sent by the doctor once he sees surgery is necessary and can take up to 24 hours to 30 days to get an answer. However, once the green light is given by the health insurance provider, the patient will be able to get a breakdown of the costs.
Warning
It is important to note that most health insurance companies don't pay 100 percent of medical treatment. The ones that do are usually self-insured policies managed by a company. The average person can expect to fork out a co-pay of ten to 50 percent of each bill. For this reason, one thing to consider before you buy a health policy is how much are you willing to pay out of pocket for a service. If it isn't much, then it's best to buy a standard or above health insurance policy that will give you the maximum coverage.
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Turning back the hands of time doesn't have to mean getting plastic surgery.
For many, looking younger remains a constant goal which they will go to great lengths to achieve. If you hope to turn back the hands of time and retain the vibrant looks that you enjoyed in your youth, there are a number of paths you could follow. While some opt for surgical intervention, doing so isn't entirely necessary. Instead of ponying up the money for surgical procedures or dealing with the pain associated with such invasive intervention, try out some less taxing methods of looking youthful and attractive. Does this Spark an idea?
Instructions
1. Sleep tight. Sleep is vital in maintaining your youthful good looks. While you snooze each night, your body rejuvenates itself. If you try to get by with fewer than eight hours of sleep each night, you are robbing your body of the opportunity to perform this function, likely leading yourself to age more prematurely.
2. Relax with a massage. Getting a massage does more than just make you feel fresh and relaxed. As Bethany Lye reported for MSN, massages may help you maintain your youthful looks as kneading the tissues can improve circulation. With this improved circulation will likely come more youthful and vibrant skin tone and complexion.
3. Modify your diet. The foods you consume play an important part in keeping you healthy -- and looking young. If you seek a youthful look, avoid fats and simple carbs as these foods can lead you to age more quickly, reports MSN. Instead, munch on seafoods and non-starchy vegetables. The vitamins and nutrients in these healthier options help promote cell rejuvenation and keep you looking your best without going under the knife.
4. Employ some makeup tricks. Even with effort to reduce the aging process, you will ultimately start to look a bit older as the years pass. Though you can't prevent this aging, you can stop it from being so apparent. When you apply your makeup, pay a bit more attention to your eyes, recommends Harper's Bazzar. By using brighter eye shadows and lining your eye in soft brown you can draw attention to this portion of your face, making you appear younger. Also, reduce the amount of powder you use, applying only a light dusting, as powder can sink into fine lines and make them more visible.
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Caring for a diabetic patient requires attention to detail and some knowledge of diabetes. Doing research to learn more about disease can help. Local hospitals typically have workshops on diabetes that focus on educating family members and those caring for diabetic patients in clear, everyday language. Diabetic patients have special dietary and exercise concerns that cause bigger problems if neglected. Medications for diabetics range from pills to injections. You should be trained in giving injections in case the diabetic patient you care for requires them and is unable to inject himself.
Instructions
Research
1. Become familiar with your diabetic patient's doctor-recommended menu plan. Sugars and starches in particular can cause unnecessary blood glucose imbalances for diabetic patients.
2. Learn to fully use, read and interpret the readings of your patient's blood glucose meter. There are many on the market, so knowledge of one does not make you proficient in understanding another. Be sure test strips are never outdated.
3. Get into the habit of logging each test reading, each item your patient has eaten and the time and dose of insulin. Pay attention to serving sizes and diabetic exchanges in your patient's daily diet.
4. Be sure your diabetic patient has plenty of opportunity to exercise daily. No matter the mobility range of your patient, there are always ways to exercise at least a little each day.
5. Watch any sores, bruises or broken bones very carefully, as wounds on a diabetic tend to heal more slowly and are at greater risk of infection. Pay particular attention to the feet of your patient. Many diabetics have trouble in the lower legs and feet.
6. Keep learning new things about diabetes. Research is ongoing and there are many things that can be done with diet and homeopathy in addition to insulin treatments and other medications, to improve the lives of diabetic patients and slow the deterioration of the body.
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There is no federal or state law that requires employers to provide insurance or any other kinds of benefits to employees. However, there are advantages to employers that offer insurance benefits to their workers. Health care reform legislation signed into law in March 2010 imposes certain guidelines for businesses that do not provide health insurance to employees. Businesses that provide insurance to employees reap an improved ability to recruit talented applicants, increase employee retention and receive tax benefits.
Federal and State Laws
There are no federal or state laws that require businesses to provide health insurance to employees. However, there are state laws concerning workers' compensation insurance. Workers' compensation insurance is paid for by employers to cover work-related injuries and fatalities. Individual state laws mandate workers' compensation coverage. However, the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, signed by President Barack Obama in March 2010, amends portions of the Fair Labor Standards Act.
Recruitment and Retention
Regardless of the absence of law, many employers do provide insurance benefits. Employers that offer health insurance are more likely to increase their chances of becoming an employer of choice. Job seekers look for companies with good benefit packages. In addition, employee retention is another reason businesses elect to provide health insurance. Employees may seek opportunities elsewhere if they can get more competitive benefit packages.
Employer Penalties
Effective December 2013, large employers -- those with no less than 200 full-time employees -- are required to offer group health insurance to employees. In the event an employer fails to provide insurance to its employees, Sections 1511 and 1513 of the Affordable Care Act contain provisions that impose a fine of up to $3,000 per year, per employee. Businesses with fewer than 200 employees aren't subject to fines or penalties. However, here is where businesses must make a business decision based, in part, on social responsibility. Small employers are eligible for a health care tax credit when they provide insurance coverage to employees under a group health plan.
COBRA Exception
The only exception to whether businesses are required to provide insurance to employees falls under COBRA regulations. Under COBRA, employers that provide group health insurance benefits must extend continuation of those benefits if an employee is involuntarily or voluntarily terminated. Additional qualifying events render employees eligible for COBRA, including legal separation and divorce. Under COBRA, employees previously covered under a group health plan are required to pay the entire premium for their coverage.
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Learn to distinguish between malignant and benign tumors.
Malignant and benign tumors are often confused with each other, although they are nothing alike. It is crucial to understand the difference between these tumors and be able to correctly identify each. Malignant tumors have cancer cells inside them growing abnormally, which require immediate treatment methods. Benign tumors do not grow abnormally and have little or no clinical effect. However, benign tumors can press against neighboring glands or nerves, causing different symptoms. All tumors should be taken seriously and be properly identified by a specialist.
Instructions
1. Observe the tumor carefully to see if it has changed in color, size or shape. Use a ruler to keep track of the tumor's size. Schedule an appointment to see a specialist immediately to identify the tumor and treat it as necessary.
2. Realize that malignant and benign tumors are nothing alike. Malignant tumors are very serious and cause major health concerns because they can spread throughout the body. Benign tumors are self-contained, but can be painful and grow in size.
3. Understand that malignant tumors can be treated by surgery, radiation, chemotherapy or a combination of these methods. The sources of malignant tumors can be abnormalities of the immune system, radiation, genetic abnormalities, certain viruses, sunlight, tobacco, benzene and poisonous mushrooms.
4. Realize that benign tumors are usually harmless, but not always. Although they are not cancerous, they can still grow and cause damage to other organs, tissues or nerves in the vicinity. They can be identified by lumps, pain, swelling or inflammation.
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Your doctor might order a cholesterol test as part of an annual physical exam or if you have risk factors for high blood pressure or heart disease. A cholesterol reading below 200mg/dl reflects healthy levels of cholesterol in the blood. The foods that you eat can affect blood cholesterol test readings in the short term. For this reason you will need to fast before a cholesterol test.
Instructions
1. Discuss any concerns you have about fasting before your cholesterol test. If you have health conditions that are affected if you go for a long stretch without eating, your doctor can provide you with instructions on prepare for the test without aggravating any illnesses. In some cases it is possible to receive a cholesterol test without fasting, though the results need to be read in a different manner.
2. Follow your doctor's instructions about take any of your medications before a cholesterol test. Some medications affect the results of cholesterol level blood work. You might be asked to hold off on taking your medications a day or more before your test. Do not skip medications unless instructed by your doctor to do so.
3. Stop eating 12 hours or more before your blood cholesterol test. Some doctors might request you to fast for up to 14 hours before your test. No food is allowed until after your test. You will not be able to drink fluids other than water during the time that you need to fast.
4. Schedule your appointment for the morning hours if at all possible. If you have your lab work first thing in the morning, much of the time that you are unable to eat will be at night while you are sleeping. This should make it easier for you to go for such a long stretch without food and beverages. You do not want to schedule your appointment for the middle of the day.
5. Avoid coffee and tea during your fasting period as well. You might think that it would be harmless to have a cup of coffee or tea in the morning. However, even these liquids can throw off your cholesterol test. You can ask your physician if you can drink black coffee before a cholesterol test since there would be no sugar, creamer or other ingredients added.
6. Take time for breakfast or lunch before returning to work after your cholesterol test. After not eating for 12 hours or more, your body will need to be refueled for the rest of the day. Make certain to take the time to eat a healthy and well-balanced meal rather than stopping off at the hospital vending machine.
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Ambulance services may be covered under Medicare Part A, hospital, skilled nursing facilities and other inpatient facilities or under Part B. When covered by Part A, the facility requesting the transportation is responsible for payment to the ambulance provider. Ambulance services are payable separately, however, only under Medicare Part B and must adhere to the regulations set forth in the Medicare Benefit Policy Manual, Chapter 10, Ambulance Services.
Vehicle Requirements
Only the ambulance provider that actually furnishes the transportation may be entitled to payment, and because this benefit is a transport benefit, without actual transportation, no payment may be allotted. Vehicles must be designed to respond to emergencies and contain life-saving emergency medical equipment, as well as emergency lights, sirens and communications as dictated by state or local law.
Basic Life Versus Advanced Life Ambulance Providers
Basic life and advanced life ambulance providers must adhere to not only the requirements listed above, but also staffing requirements. Basic life providers must have at least two crew members, of which one is a licensed Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) in the state and locality where the ambulance provides service. Advanced life providers must have at least two crew members of which one is an EMT-Intermediate or EMT-Paramedic licensed in the state and locality where the ambulance provides service.
Necessity
Medicare defines necessity of transportation by ambulance as one that is contraindicated by any other method of transportation. If another means of transportation could have been used without endangering the patient, Medicare will not pay for ambulance services even if no other means of transportation was available at the time. Documentation must be kept on all patients and submitted upon request to the Medicare carrier. Physician's request or prescription for ambulance transportation does not necessarily guarantee payment by Medicare and prove medical necessity. Finally, bed confinement prior to and after transport is viewed as a medically necessary transport and payable by Medicare.
The Alivisato cancer treatment is based on the premise that nanotechnology can help detect biomarkers released by cancers in the earliest stage of cancers. It is universally accepted that early detection of cancer can help treat the cancer more efficiently. The prognosis of such a treatment is much better than that which is given after the anatomic anomalies are detected. This can have a revolutionary impact in the detection and treatment of cancers.
Nanotechnology in Cancer Treatment
Nanotechnology in cancer is one of the newest areas of research in the field of medicine. Cancer diagnosis has always remained a challenge, especially in its earliest stages. With the help of nanotechnology, molecular imaging is now available and this can help detect the tumor mass right from the time that they attain the size of about 100 cells. As opposed to the current techniques of imaging and clinical diagnosis, the nanotechnology methods are much advanced and accurate.
Molecular Cancer Imaging
The tumors are targeted using the molecular imaging technology. These imaging devices emit waves which are of very minute wavelengths. The size of these wavelengths is also tunable. These wavelengths also have high molar extinction coefficients. The biomarkers are able to conjugate with a copolymer. This improves the biocompatibility. This allows the imaging techniques to image the smallest of abnormal cellular masses.
Significance of Nanotechnology in Cancer Treatment
There are two key challenges in cancer therapy. The first is to target the cancer and the second is to localize the cancer to treat it. In order to be able to effectively treat the cancer, the cancer cells have to be isolated. This allows the normal tissues from escaping the damage caused by the anti cancer drugs. Systemic application of anti cancer drugs can cause severe side effects. However, when the cancer cells are isolated, the normal cells are not disturbed.
Tools used in Nanotechnology for Cancer Treatment
Some of the tools used in nanotechnology are cantilevers, nanopores, nanotubes, quantum dots, dendrimer and the most recently invented nanoshells. There are a number of nanoparticles that can help facilitate delivery of drugs. These molecules can be excellent biomarkers, binding with the cancer cells and allowing the imaging techniques to gather an accurate image of the cancer.
Considerations
While theoretically, nanotechnology can help give new dimensions to the treatment of cancers. Unfortunately, much of nanotechnology imaging is still in the stage of basic research. There are still attempts to better understand the functioning of the technology in areas of treatment of cancer. There are serious considerations about the phenomena, like sticking of the nanoparticles to cancer cells and friction. Since nanoparticles are very small, they may be eliminated from the body before they can be used for imaging or other kinds of detection.
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Getting a Florida identification card is a matter of having the right paperwork.
A Florida state identification card is an acceptable form of identification, similar to a Florida driver's license--minus driving privileges. It is a viable alternative if you are not eligible for a driver's license. Getting a Florida identification card is a matter of having the right documents, under the federal Real ID Act, and a number of forms are eligible. The Florida state websites are very thorough on necessary documentation, and offer a checklist of information.
Proof of Identification (Primary Identification)
A U.S. passport is acceptable proof of primary identification.
Two forms of primary identification are needed. Group one choices can be an original or certified copy of a birth certificate, a valid U.S. passport, original certificate of naturalization, citizenship or consular report of birth abroad. Copies of these documents are not acceptable, as is a hospital-issued certificate of birth. The birth certificate must be government agency-issued with seal. The second set of acceptable forms includes a Florida or out-of-state driver license, or a Florida or out-of-state identification card. The forms from group one are the most important, and although http://gathergoget.com/checklist/index does not state the necessity of the second group, having one will prevent any possible hassles or questions, especially in change-of-address situations.
Proof of Residential Address
This can be one of the trickier requirements. It's easy if you've lived at the same address and have the proper documentation. The list of acceptable documentation is available at http://www.flhsmv.gov/html/dlnew.html under "documents you need to bring." There are 22 in all, including but not limited to: vehicle or boat registration, voter registration card, deed, mortgage or lease, utility hookup dated within 60 days, or correspondence from a government agency. Two forms are necessary for proof of address to obtain a Florida state ID.
Proof of Social Security
This is the third and final proof of identification you will need. The only acceptable forms are: a Social Security card, W-2 form, SSA form 1099, any other valid form 1099, or a paycheck stub showing your full name and Social Security number.
Fees and Office Locations
Florida state identification cards are available at full-service driver license offices and limited-express driver license offices. Locations can be found at http://www.flhsmv.gov/html. The identification card fee is $31.25 as of July 2010. To save time, have all forms ready when going to the information desk. You can also register for an appointment online at http://www.flhsmv.gov/html. These appointments will be a week or two in advance, but can save time as it is not unusual to wait up to three hours at a Florida driver license office. If ID is needed sooner, it may be worthwhile to go to an office in a less populated area.
Tip
You must have one of the primary identification documents listed in group one. Florida will not accept any other form of identification, even a current driver license or identification card.
A diagnosis of breast cancer can be devastating to a woman. It invokes fear, worry and brings forth endless questions, since breast cancer is not limited to just one type. There are many forms of this disease, all with different symptoms, each affecting different percentages of women. The following information was obtained from the National Breast Cancer Association.
Infiltrating Ductal Carcinoma
This will appear on a mammogram as either a star shape or rounded area on the breast. It is the most common form of malignant breast cancer, accounting for 78 percent of all breast cancers.
Medullary Carcinoma
This type of breast cancer is responsible for 15 percent of all diagnoses and is most prevalent among women who are in their late forties to fifties.
Infiltrating Lobular Carcinoma
Accounting for 5 percent of all breast cancers, it will gradually cause the skin to thicken in the upper area of the breast.
Tubular Carcinoma
This breast cancer is common in women over the age of 50, and accounts for 2 percent of all breast cancers each year.
Mucinous Carcinoma
The most common symptom of this breast cancer is the discharge of mucus from the breast. It accounts for 1 to 2 percent of all breast cancers.
Inflammatory Breast Cancer
This is a rare type of breast cancer that is aggressive and can spread quickly through the lymph nodes. The breast may become swollen and red, it may produce a rash, and can cause itching and slight discomfort; it accounts for 1 percent of all breast cancers.
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Smoking is a dangerous addiction that is extremely difficult to break. Smoking increases the risk of cancer, heart disease and stroke. It causes premature aging of the skin and discoloration of the hands, teeth and fingernails. Smoking also results in peripheral vascular disease (PAD) that causes cramping in the legs.
PAD
Peripheral vascular disease is caused by a narrowing and/or hardening of the arteries in the legs. Symptoms include cramping, intense aching and a feeling of tiredness throughout the legs.
Pain With Exercise or Movement
The pain that accompanies PAD can come on during physical exercise or simply climbing stairs. A tingling sensation may be experienced as well as numbness.
Cold
PAD bought on by smoking may cause one or both legs to feel cold. The affected legs may change color (blue). A burning or aching feeling may be felt in the toes when resting.
Sores
The lack of blood flow from smoking-induced PAD may make it harder for sores or cuts to heal on the legs and feet.
Shrinking Calves and Tough Toenails
Others signs and symptoms of leg pain from smoking include the shrinking of calf muscles. The toenails may also become thick and tough.
Considerations
According to the University of Southern California Center for Vascular Care, higher tobacco used increases the degree of damage to artery walls. Quitting smoking is paramount in the fight against PAD and leg pain.
Ohio's Department of Development helps small businesses succeed.
The state of Ohio has developed small business education grants with the help of federal initiatives such as the Personal Responsibility and Work Opportunities Reconciliation Act of 1996. Ohio is using these grants to facilitate business growth and employment opportunities through the Ohio Department of Development. Small business owners can call 800-848-1300 to obtain information on the state's current small business education programs including Target Industry Training Grants, the Workforce Guarantee Program, Energizing Careers Training Grants and the Ohio Investment in Training Program.
Target Industry Training Grants
The Target Industry Training Grant provides technology education funding to help small manufacturing businesses and the vendor companies that they depend on to stay competitive. Employers with fewer than 100 employees are eligible for the grant that pays for training in manufacturing techniques, manufacturing technologies and computer-based skills such as word processing. Ohio offers the Target Industry Training Grant through state community colleges. Businesses can apply for the grant by contacting the nearest community college or contacting the Ohio Department of Development at 800-848-1300.
Workforce Guarantee Program
The Ohio Department of Development administers the Workforce Guarantee Program. This grant provides technical and financial assistance to employers for training. Businesses in industries such as science, aerospace, aviation, agriculture, professional services, distribution, electronics, automotive and manufacturing qualify for this grant. The Ohio Workforce Guarantee Program will reimburse qualifying businesses the cost of approved training and educational materials for full-time employees receiving a minimum wage of $10.88 per hour.
Energizing Careers Training Grants
Administered by the Ohio Department of Development, the Energizing Careers Training Grant offers businesses planning to expand or relocate wind, solar or biomass business to Ohio up to $6,000 per worker for any type of energy industry training that leads to a certification. Businesses must fall into one of the targeted energy sectors and demonstrate that they are a supplier in the industry to qualify for the Energizing Careers Training Grant.
Ohio Investment in Training Program
The Ohio Investment in Training Program provides small-business education grants and capital grants to support investments in new facilities, equipment and technology that result in retaining or creating jobs in Ohio. Qualifying businesses will receive grant money to purchase new technologies, update equipment and retool facilities. The program also provides small-business education grants of up to 50 percent of the cost of instruction, educational materials and training-related activities needed to train workers.
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Women over 50 have many options for continuing a college education, starting a college education or just taking classes. Financial aid for non-traditional students such as senior women are available at many schools, along with federal financial aid that does not have an age requirement for qualification.
AARP Foundation's Women's Scholarship Program
The AARP Foundation funds a scholarship program offered to women 40 years of age or older. This program helps older women go back to school or attend school for the first time to gain an education or learn valuable job skills. The scholarship can cover between $500 and $5,000 in tuition and fees. The AARP scholarship is needs-based, so the amount a recipient is awarded depends on the woman's financial situation, as well as how much the school costs.
Jeannette Rankin Scholarship
The Jeannette Rankin Scholarship program provides low-income women 35 and older with scholarship funds to attend a two-year or four-year degree program, a technical school program or a vocational school program. The scholarship has strict income requirements for eligibility, ranging from $13,958 for a single-person home to $53,491 for a six-person home. If you are using the scholarship for a bachelor's degree, it has to be the first bachelor's degree that you are seeking.
The Shirley Hoden Helberg Grants for Mature Women
The Shirley Hoden Helberg Grants for Mature Women are funded by the National League of American Pen Women, an arts and writing organization. This grants are awarded for writing, music and art scholarships for women over 35, with a maximum award of $1,000. Each type of scholarship application has a special requirement in addition to age. The Letters scholarship application requires an unpublished manuscript; art award applicants need to submit 4-inch-by-5-inch or larger art prints; and music scholarship applications need to submit two different compositions with a play time of 3 minutes.
Sophie Greenstadt Scholarship for Mid-Life Women
The Sophie Greenstadt Scholarship for Mid-Life Women is awarded to women 35 and older who live in Los Angeles County. The program is geared toward women who are entering school to learn marketable skills for financial independence. The National Council of Jewish Women funds this scholarship, and the scholarship awards up to $1,000.
Metastatic brain cancer is a form of brain cancer that originates in another part of the body and then travels to affect the brain. The brain tumor symptoms of metastatic brain cancer are the same as they would be if the tumor had started in the brain. The difference with metastatic brain cancer is that your doctor must do additional testing to determine where the cancer started and treat that area as well.
Coordination
The onset of a brain tumor due to metastatic brain cancer can have effects on your coordination. You may find it difficult to walk without falling down, and you may even find it difficult to stand for any extended period of time. Your hand-eye coordination will suffer, making it difficult to reach out and grab moving objects. You may start to have a general feeling of clumsiness, and it may eventually be difficult for you to anything that involves movement without experiencing difficulty.
Psychological Symptoms
Some of the effects of metastatic brain cancer tumor are psychological. You may start to experience memory loss and it may be difficult to remember do the simplest daily tasks. You may also show bad judgment in your decision-making process, and this may become more noticeable in decisions regarding the judging of distance. You may also experience mood swings and unexplained changes in attitude.
Headache
One of the more common symptoms associated with a metastatic brain cancer tumor is a headache. It can become especially noticeable if it is the kind of headache that you are not used to having. For example, if you have never had a headache that originates from behind your eyes and radiates tremendous pain through your sinus area but you suddenly get one then that could be a symptom of metastatic brain cancer. Your headache may also be severe enough to cause other symptoms such as nausea and vomiting.
Muscle Symptoms
Some of the symptoms of metastatic brain cancer may mimic those of a stroke. You may suddenly lose muscle strength or coordination on one side of your body, or you may temporarily lose the ability to speak. It is also possible that you may start to experience a general feeling of muscle weakness that would get progressively worse as the condition advances. Your muscle weakness could also strike a specific part of your body. For example, you may start to feel weakness in your abdominal muscles that will get worse over time.
Vision
As metastatic brain cancer advances you may start to notice vision symptoms. Some of these vision symptoms include double vision, blurred vision, or a loss of your peripheral vision. These vision symptoms may come and go at first, but as the condition progresses without treatment the symptoms may become more prominent and possibly permanent.
The New York State Department of Labor predicts that the demand for diagnostic medical sonographers or ultrasound technicians in the state will increase by more than 15 percent from 2006 through 2016. A small number of schools in the state offer programs in ultrasound technology. Carrying the approval of the Commission on the Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs, these schools enable graduates to qualify for voluntary certification offered through the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography.
SUNY Downstate Medical Center
Affiliated with the State University of New York system of schools, SUNY Downstate Medical Center is a Brooklyn-based institution for medical and health care professional training. Approximately 1,000 students attend classes at the hospital, and more than 14,000 people receive inpatient care from the facility per year. To enroll in the diagnostic medical sonography bachelor's degree program at the hospital, students must first complete 60 credits of course work at an accredited community or traditional college in subjects that include anatomy, chemistry, physics, mathematics, psychology, English and humanities. Students admitted to the program then spend two years completing the required course work, which covers obstetric, gynecological, abdominal and vascular sonography, as well as pediatric and adult echocardiography. Approximately 75 percent of all students at SUNY Downstate receive some type of financial aid, reports the medical center's website.
SUNY Downstate Medical Center
450 Clarkson Ave.
Brooklyn, NY 11203
718-270-1000
downstate.edu
Wilson Tech
A public institution, Wilson Tech is operated by the Western Suffolk County Board of Cooperative Educational Services. The school's adult career training programs include a certificate program in diagnostic medical sonography. Admission requirements for entry into the program include a high school diploma or GED, the successful completion of an admission examination and prerequisite college-level classes in physics, anatomy and physiology, algebra and English. Once admitted, students spend 24 months completing several three-month clinical rotations and course work in abdominal, obstetric, gynecological, cardiac and vascular sonography. Federal and state financial aid is available for qualified students. The college also offers institutional payment plans. The school offers lifetime job placement assistance for all graduates.
Wilson Tech
17 Westminster Ave.
Dix Hills, NY 11746
631-667-6000
wilsontech.org
New York University School of Continuing and Professional Studies
Established in 1934, New York University's School of Continuing and Professional Studies is home to more than 4,500 students. The Manhattan-based college offers an Associate of Applied Science degree in diagnostic medical sonography. To receive admissions consideration, students must have a high school diploma or GED, participate in an interview and take a placement exam. Those admitted to the program spend two years taking the necessary courses. Subjects featured in the curriculum include psychology, sociology, communications, physics, and abdominal, obstetric, gynecological, superficial structures, neurological, vascular and cardiac ultrasound. Four clinical rotations are also required for graduation. The school participates in federal and state loan and grant and veterans benefit programs and also offers institutional scholarships and payment plans.
New York University School of Continuing and Professional Studies
145 4th Ave.
Room 201
New York, NY 10003
scps.nyu.edu,
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Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) of Mississippi administers the health insurance plans for teachers and other Mississippi state employees. Upon their hiring, teachers are given the opportunity to enroll in the health plan. They can add their children and spouses to the plan, and add, drop or change coverage during open enrollment in October of each year.
Costs
Health insurance benefits are provided for all teachers in Mississippi. Benefits vary depending on your original hiring date. Those hired before Jan. 1, 2006, pay $20 each month; those hired after that date pay $38 towards their select health insurance premium. Employees must pay premiums for spouses and children. As of January 2011, monthly rates are as follows for those teachers hired before Jan. 1, 2006: $463 for a spouse only; $667 for spouse and children; $175 for one child only; and $332 for all children. Employees hired after Jan. 1, 2006, pay for additional family coverage as follows: $381 for a spouse only; $685 for spouse and children; $193 for one child; and $350 for all children.
Deductibles
Before Blue Cross Blue Shield will pay any medical expenses, you must meet a $1,000 individual deductible or a $2,000 family deductible each calendar year. Also, you must meet a $75 prescription deductible each calendar year before BCBS pays any prescription benefits. A higher deductible will be required if you use doctors not recognized as a participating provider. Use the ""Participating Provider search engine on the BCBS website to make sure that your chosen doctor is part of the network.
Benefits
After your deductible has been met, BCBS will pay 80 percent of any costs associated with doctor visits, hospital expenses, emergency room expenses, x-rays, lab work, chiropractic services, occupational therapy and physical therapy. BCBS will pay 100 percent of any wellness or preventative services at any time whether or not your deductible has been met. Once a covered family member has paid $2,500 towards her own medical care, BCBS will pay 100 percent of the participant's medical expenses for the remaining portion of the calendar year.
Receiving Benefits
Before you see any doctor, obtain any medical services or fill a prescription, present your medical insurance card to the receptionist. Your card will be used to verify your insurance coverage. Any medical claims will be filed on your behalf by your medical service provider. If you have not met your deductible, you will most likely be expected to pay for any services immediately. You will receive benefits statements directly from BCBS once a claim is paid on your behalf.
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Sonography or ultrasound is the technique of using computer-generated sound frequencies to view internal objects, in this case, a baby. Through ultrasound technology, a doctor can view a baby's heart, lungs and overall appearance and sometimes even determine the baby's sex. The two times when doctors will try to determine the sex of a baby during pregnancy are at 14 weeks and 20 weeks.
Instructions
14 Weeks
1. Look at the sonogram picture and find the lower part of the fetus' spine.
2. Look at the sonogram picture and find the genital tubercle. This will be at the end opposite the head and will protrude slightly.
3. Determine the genital tubercle's angle. If the angle is greater than 30 degrees from the lower part of the spine, the fetus is a boy. If the angle is less than 30 degrees, or even parallel with the spine, it is a girl.
20 Weeks
4. Look at the sonogram picture and find the legs. At this stage, the fetus will most likely be slightly folded up inside the uterus.
5. Look at the sonogram picture and find the genitals between the legs.
6. Determine the number of lines on the genitals. If there are fewer than three lines, it is most likely a boy. If the fetus has three distinct lines, it is a girl.
Parkinson's Disease use to be a disease that most of us associated with old people. We would think of our grandparents tucked away in old age homes suffering from the disease. But all that changed when Michael J. Fox revealed that he was suffering from Parkinson's Disease.Parkinson's disease results when brain cells deteriorate. It is a chronic condition because it has no cure and does not go away by itself. It is also a degenerative disease because it breaks down the body of the person it attacks. Muscle control is lost due to a lack of dopamine in the brain. In this article we will give you some of the symptoms so you can tell if you or a love one may be suffering from Parkinson's disease.
Instructions
1. First, the first noticeable symptoms for a person suffering from Parkinson's will be tremors and trembling.
2. Secondly, muscle stiffness is another common symptom. this stiffness and rigidity may be one of the first symptoms noticed when no other symptoms are apparent.
3. Third, "Freezing" which is a sudden inability to move when you want to. You may start dragging a foot, or have difficulty waking through doorways or hallways or narrow restricting spaces. All of this can also play havoc with your balance.
4. Fourth, a person may have trouble controlling facial muscles. There may be reduced facial expression, infrequent blinking, and slow swallowing causing increased saliva secretions, in the form of drooling.
5. Lastly, a great deal of Parkinson's suffers deal with depression. They ay feel anxious, angry,and discouraged. This all a result of chemical changes in the brain. If you are suffering from one or more of these symptoms I suggest you visit your physician as soon as possible.
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Employment of obstetricians/gynecologists is expected to grow faster than average through 2018.
Obstetricians and gynecologists are medical doctors who specialize in women's health. They provide general care as well as pregnancy-related services. They diagnose and treat conditions related to the female anatomy such as breast and cervical cancer, pelvic disorders and hormonal conditions. Obstetricians and gynecologists are highly educated professionals. They train for years and develop very specialized skills.
Skills and Abilities
According to the Occupational Information Network, active listening skills are necessary to fully understand the symptoms, ailments and concerns of patients. Obstetricians and gynecologists must be highly sensitive to the needs of patients and have significant critical thinking and problem solving skills. Obstetricians and gynecologists are very service oriented, meaning they are genuinely interested in helping people. They also possess inductive and deductive reasoning skills to properly analyze patient information even if the patient does not provide the entire story.
Education
The field of obstetrics and gynecology requires several years of schooling, starting with an undergraduate education. Premedical undergraduate coursework has a strong emphasis in math, physics, biology, organic and inorganic chemistry and biology, reports the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Prospective obstetricians and gynecologists possess strong math and science skills or at least the scholastic aptitude to develop those skills over time. Beyond undergraduate school, obstetricians and gynecologist attend four years of medical school where a medical degree is earned. Then they attend an internship and residency in an obstetrics and gynecology program. The internship and residency typically lasts three to eight years. Prospective obstetricians and gynecologists must be flexible and self-motivated to survive the demands of school and medical practice.
Certification
Many obstetricians and gynecologists focus on specific sub-specialties. Certification is necessary to practice medicine in various gynecological specialties. Obstetricians and gynecologists may become certified in critical care medicine, oncology, hospice medicine, maternal and fetal medicine and reproductive endocrinology through the American Board of Medical Specialties. They have the skills and professional competence to study for certification exams and endure several months and years of specialty training.
Advancement
Obstetricians and gynecologists have the willingness to learn and grow throughout their careers. Medical and technological advancements require obstetricians and gynecologists to continue their education on an ongoing basis. According to the BLS, many obstetricians and gynecologists start their own practice. This requires business management skills. They manage employees, payroll and financial accounts while maintaining quality patient relationships. Many obstetrician and gynecologists hire office managers to take care of basic office functions.
According to legend, tourmaline crystals passed through a rainbow on their way up to the surface of the earth, giving the stones many different colors. Tourmaline is often called the "gemstone of the rainbow" and can have a variety of colors, each with its own set of properties.
Characteristics
The chemical composition of tourmaline is complex and ever-changing. They stone is mainly composed of aluminum boron silicate. However, pink and watermelon tourmaline also contain sodium lithium, while black stones contain iron. Tourmaline is found in the United States, Brazil, Africa, Afghanistan, Russia, Sri Lanka and Madagascar. Coloring can include yellow, green, blue, black, pink and red, with varying color combinations. For example, green and pink tourmalines are known as watermelon. An interesting attribute of tourmalines is that they can be electrically charged by heating them or rubbing the stone. One end becomes positively charged and the other negative.
Red and Pink Tourmaline
Vibrant red tourmaline is known as "rubelite" in the gem industry, as long as the deep red is consistent in both artificial and natural daylight. Red tourmaline is used to provide energy to the body. It enhances courage and willpower. In healing practices, it can relieve cold symptoms, coughs, chills and muscle spasms.
Pink tourmaline is a more soothing gemstone, especially in children who are overly sensitive. It is a stone of the heart and is associated with friendship, love and the inner-child. This stone is thought to be helpful with all types of study, learning and training.
Green Tourmaline
As with other green gemstones such as aventurine or jade, green tourmaline is considered to be a money and luck stone. Green tourmaline is often called "verdilite." It is said to help with creativity, flexibility and compassion. In healing, green tourmaline is thought to aid the immune system, help stabilize blood pressure, and alleviate asthma symptoms.
Blue and Black Tourmaline
Blue tourmalines are sometimes called "indicolites" and are worn to bring about peaceful sleep. In healing, they are thought to be helpful for problems associated with the lungs, thyroid and larynx. Blue tourmalines are communication stones and believed to help people express themselves.
Black tourmalines are known as "schorl" and protective stones. They are thought to remove or block negativity, insecurity and anxiety. In healing, black tourmalines are used to help detoxify the body. They are also believed to be useful in deterring electromagnetic energy, especially from computers and other electronics.
Watermelon Tourmaline
Green outer bands with red or pink in its center (resembling the watermelon fruit) makes the watermelon tourmaline a special gemstone. Because it contains more than one color, its uses are more widespread. It is thought to balance both male and female energies (projective and receptive), de-stress both body and mind, and calming during periods of upheaval or quarrels. Watermelon tourmaline is also believed to help merge different personalities together in a serene and joyful manner.
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A nursing assistant performs various tasks in the medical profession.
The city of Knoxville, Tennessee is located in Knox County and was founded in 1786 by James White, a Revolutionary War veteran. Knoxville was named after the Secretary of War, Henry Knox, and became the capital of the Southwest Territory during the early settlement era. Knoxville is home to the University of Tennessee, known for the Volunteer athletic teams. The city is also home to various educational institutions to accommodate individuals seeking a career as a certified nursing assistant.
Tennessee Technology Center at Knoxville
The Tennessee Technology Center at Knoxville (TTCK) offers both day and evening courses to accommodate students in the nursing assistant program. Prior to certification, students are required to complete additional clinical training, which includes 18 hours for the day class and 24 hours for the evening class. After successfully completing the program, students can register for the test administered by the Tennessee Higher Education Commission (THEC) and Tennessee Board of Regents for state certification.
Tennessee Technology Center at Knoxville
1100 Liberty St.
Knoxville, TN 37919
865-546-5567
ttcknoxville.edu
American Red Cross
The American Red Cross (ARC) is a not-for-profit organization that has been in the nursing industry for over 100 years. The organization offers both day and evening courses for the nursing assistant program, which is accredited by the THEC. The program offered by ARC is compiled into a five-week period and is a combination of class and clinical requirements. After graduating from the program, students can test for certification through the THEC.
American Red Cross
1610 East Magnolia Ave.
Knoxville, TN 37917
865-584-2999
knoxarc.org
Goodwill Industries-Knoxville
The Goodwill Industries, located in Knoxville offers a 126-hour nursing assistant program, with additional clinical requirements that do not exceed 150 hours. The program is available during day and evening hours. Goodwill Industries was approved by the THEC as a post-secondary educational institute to offer the nursing assistant program. After successfully completing the course, the student can take the Tennessee States Nurse's Aid Training (NAT) exam for certification.
Goodwill Industries-Knoxville
P.O. Box 11066
Knoxville, TN 37939
865-588-8567
gwiktn.org
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Some public radio stations will accept financial contributions from alcoholic beverage companies.
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) does not regulate announcements relating to alcoholic beverages on any kind of broadcast station, be it radio or television, commercial or noncommercial. As a result, media companies have adopted varying policies regarding whether they will accept alcohol advertisements. Public broadcasters technically do not have advertisements. However, they do acknowledge corporate sponsors through what are called underwriting announcements. No federal regulations bar the mention of alcohol during underwriting announcements, although public broadcasters may have their own policies barring contributions from such sponsors.
FCC Regulations
The FCC has resisted imposing restrictions on alcohol announcements. This is due in part to free speech provisions in the First Amendment, as well as Section 326 of the Communications Act, which bars censorship of broadcast content. FCC regulations do bar the advertisement of cigarettes and some other tobacco products, although ads for cigars, pipes and pipe tobacco are permitted. When it comes to alcohol ads, however, the Commission has suggested that voluntary industry restraint may be better than federal regulations.
Underwriting
Just as the FCC has been silent on alcohol advertising, no federal regulations have prohibited public broadcasters from accepting underwriting contributions from alcoholic beverage companies, or acknowledging those sponsorships on the air. Public broadcasters are, however, free to reject any underwriting contributions they choose. Thus, some public stations may voluntarily bar corporate underwriters that make or distribute alcoholic beverages. National guidelines that were developed for public radio programs, however, do permit some alcohol underwriters. The guidelines recommend that the announcements be confined to a small fraction of underwriting and that they use language that is restrained in tone.
Controversy
Underwriting by alcoholic beverage companies on public radio stations has been controversial. A Texas Public Radio listener wrote to complain about hard liquor underwriting announcements, asking whether adult video, strip clubs and bars would be next. Texas Public Radio's Director of Programming and Operations responded that those other businesses would not be permitted as sponsors, and that there was nothing morally offensive about companies that make alcoholic beverages.
Voluntary Bans
At one time, the FCC asked companies that were seeking radio licenses to adhere to the National Association of Broadcasters' Code of Conduct, which forbade advertisements for hard liquor. The NAB abandoned its code in the early 1980s, however, after the Department of Justice raised antitrust concerns about other unrelated provisions. Although the code is no longer in effect today, many radio stations have continued their previous policies that banned ads for hard liquor.
Contractual Influences
Contractual relationships can also influence policies on alcohol announcements. Many public stations, for example, are based at colleges and universities, which may have their own bans on alcohol sponsorships. The National Collegiate Athletic Association also limits alcohol advertising during its broadcasts to 60 seconds per hour, up to a maximum of 120 seconds during an entire broadcast. The ads must also include a message to drink responsibly, and not include sexual innuendo or displays of reckless behavior.
Teaching a patient manage her diabetes is one of the most important things that your can do for her, whether she is your medical patient, a family member or a close friend. In order to do so, however, you must have a thorough understanding of the disease and treatment options available for patients. Providing help to a diabetes patient requires careful planning and knowledge about teaching, but may provide her with invaluable information about treat her illness.
Instructions
Teach Patients About Diabetes
1. Begin by explaining the difference between type 1 diabetes and type 2 diabetes. Emphasize the importance of crafting a healthy lifestyle as opposed to implementing disparate changes.
2. Help him create a diet plan that caters to his personal needs and the demands of his particular disease. Create a sample meal specifically designed for diabetics. Talk him through each aspect of what makes a meal ideal for a diabetic diet.
3. Go through each aspect of her medical needs and take care of them; this includes insulin shots, measuring glucose levels and monitoring her intake of sodium and sugar.
4. Provide the patient with stories of how other diabetes patients have managed their disease. Findings published in the Journal of Advances in Health Sciences Education have shown that this type of education allows the new diabetes patient to step into the shoes of people who have dealt with the disease, giving her perspective on the situation. Give her the opportunity to imagine herself having incorporated diabetes into her lifestyle.
5. Help the patient develop an exercise plan that is conducive to keeping his weight at a healthy level. Explain the principles that link diabetes to weight gain and body fat.
6. Discuss serious complications, and help craft a plan of action in the scenario that the patient's blood sugar level suddenly spikes or drops. In addition, make sure that she is equipped to take care of her skin effectively as small cuts or bruises left untreated can lead to serious issues.
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Students with learning disabilities and financial needs have a range of options to help pay for college. Federal grant programs and scholarship money offered by private and charitable organizations can help ease the financial burden that comes with attending college.
Grants
Though there are no federal grants awarded to students on the basis of a learning disability, there are several federal grants available for any student with financial need. The largest government grant program is the Pell Grant Program. Pell grants award needy students up to $4,000 dollars for each academic year. For the 2009-10 academic year, the average cost of attendance at a four-year public college or university was $6,500 per year. That cost can be less than half with the help of a Pell grant. Other federal grants are available for needy students who qualify for Pell grants, including the Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant, the Academic Competitiveness Grant, and the National SMART Grant. Depending on a student's intended major and level of need, a combination of the Pell grant and one of these three additional federal grants can cover the full cost of tuition and other expenses.
Scholarships
There are numerous financial aid opportunities for education for disabled students awarded by foundations and corporate entities, as well as charitable causes. The Schwallie Family Scholarship Program awards scholarships of $3,000 each year to students with autism. The Anne Ford and Allegra Scholarship awards $10,000 to two learning disabled students each year. The Ann and Matt Harbison Scholarship of $1,000 is granted each year to a student with a language-related learning disability. The list of organizations offering scholarships to high-achieving students with learning disabilities is long.
Considerations
With few exceptions, grants, and especially government grants, are awarded to students based on financial need rather than on academic achievement or other types of need. As such, learning disabled students are encouraged to explore scholarship options and financial or other varieties of aid available through their specific schools of interest or outside organizations.
Provisions at Institutions of Higher Learning
Whereas the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act provides for special education classes and instructors for students during their secondary education, IDEA does not extend provisions for college students with learning disabilities. The Americans with Disabilities Act does however require colleges and universities to provide accommodations to students with learning disabilities, which may help offset costs incurred as a result of the disability. Many colleges also continue to offer specialized instruction and facilities to help learning disabled students pursue a regular degree program.
Other Supplemental Options
There are more options still for learning disabled students who do not qualify for either grants or scholarships. Low-interest loan programs offered by both the government and private companies are widely used by students with financial need. Many loans, such as the Stafford Loan, do not require a student to begin paying them back until after they have graduated college.
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You may need to add a "+" sign before the area code when dialing internationally from a mobile phone.
Toll free numbers are often used by businesses and other organizations within the United States. Customers can call a toll free number from any phone without being charged for the call. If you are in Mexico, you can call a toll free number in the United States from your landline or mobile phone. You may incur charges dialing the number since it may be considered an international call. Adding an international phone plan to your service may help to lower the cost of making the call.
Instructions
1. Dial the international direct dialing (IDD) number for Mexico. The IDD number for Mexico is "00". The number is used to indicate the call is not operator-assisted and the country from which the call originates.
2. Dial the country code for the United States. The country code identifies the country or region you are calling. The country code for the United States is "1".
3. Dial the area code and phone number. In the United States, the area code for a toll free number could be 800, 866, 877 and 888. Wait for your party to answer and being your conversation.
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Ultrasound technicians can give insight into the development of a patient's unborn child.
Ultrasound technicians are needed in the state of California. Aside from giving ultrasounds to expectant mothers, an ultrasound tech can give insight into abdominal conditions such as whether someone has kidney stones or appendicitis. An ultrasound tech can also perform ultrasounds to help in diagnosing heart conditions and breast abnormalities, among many other things. In the state of California there are many schools that offer ultrasound technician programs.
Kaplan College
Kaplan College's North Hollywood location offers a Diagnostic Medical Sonography/Ultrasound diploma. In their program, students receive hands-on training and learn perform ultrasounds for areas of the human body such as the upper abdomen, the pelvic area, superficial structures and the peripheral vascular system.
Kaplan College North Hollywood Campus
6180 Laurel Canyon Boulevard, Suite 101
North Hollywood, CA 91606
818-763-2563
north-hollywood.kaplancollege.com
Western Career College
Western Career College's Citrus Heights location offers a Diagnostic Medical Sonography/Tech Training Program. The program lasts 18 months and offers hands-on experience and laboratory training and also teaches gynecological ultrasound use, as well as abdominal and obstetrical ultrasound application. Students also are introduced to vascular ultrasound.
Western Career College
Citrus Heights Vocational College Campus
7301 Greenback Lane Suite A
Citrus Heights, CA 95621
888-203-9947
westerncollege.edu
Newbridge College
Newbridge College has an Ultrasound (Diagnostic Medical Sonography) program in three locations--Long Beach, Santa Ana and San Diego. Their programs last 18 months and training occurs both in the classroom as well as in clinics. Students learn various skills as they relate to the proper use of ultrasound equipment.
Newbridge College
Long Beach Location:
3799 East Burnett Street
Long Beach, CA 90815
562-498-4500
Santa Ana Location:
1840 East 17th Street
Santa Ana, CA 92705
714-550-8000
San Diego Location:
878 Jackman Street
El Cajon, CA 92020
619-593-5111
newbridgecollege.edu
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Doctors use a clinical system developed by the American Joint Committee on Cancer to determine the stage of a patient's cancer. The AJCC system is also called the TNM system. It is based on the size of the tumor, T; the extent of lymph node involvement, N; and the presence or absence of metastasis, M. Staging helps patients understand their diagnosis and physicians decide on the appropriate treatment.
Stage II Breast Cancer
There are two distinct sets of clinical characteristics that signify Stage II Breast cancer. Stage IIA refers to breast cancer in which there is no apparent tumor visible in the breast, but cancer cells are present in the lymph nodes underneath the arm (the axillary lymph nodes). Stage IIA also can refer to breast cancer characterized by a tumor smaller than 2 centimeters accompanied by the presence of cancer cells in the lymph nodes under the arm, or to tumors in the breast between 2 and 5 centimeters that have not yet extended into the axillary lymph nodes.
Stage IIB refers to two situations. The first is characterized by a tumor between 2 and 5 centimeters with spread to the axillary lymph nodes. The second is characterized by a tumor in the breast that is 5 centimeters large or larger, with no cancer cells present in the lymph nodes.
Treatment
The treatments for Stage II breast cancer may involve a lumpectomy or mastectomy to remove the cancer, potentially accompanied by radiation. While Stage I patients who undergo a mastectomy generally do not need radiation, Stage II patients usually benefit from a combination of mastectomy and radiation. Chemotherapy also is usually recommended for Stage II patients. Hormone therapy is an additional treatment prescribed to nearly all patients with hormone receptive cancers.
Lumpectomy or Mastectomy
Lumpectomy involves removing a portion of the breast and tissue surrounding the lump. It is designed to preserve the breast, and is usually accompanied by radiation. In some cases, this is an option for patients with Stage II breast cancer, but mastectomy is generally the recommended treatment. Mastectomy involves removal of the affected breast. With Stage II cancer, if the size of the tumor is larger than 2 inches (or 5 centimeters) in size, the mastectomy is generally accompanied by radiation. Patients with large tumors may be given neoadjuvant chemotherapy (chemotherapy prior to surgery) to shrink the tumor to make it easier to remove.
Chemotherapy
Chemotherapy is recommended for all patients with Stage II breast cancer following their lumpectomy or mastectomy, unless a patient is unable to undergo chemotherapy. Women with large tumors may also receive neoadjuvant chemotherapy prior to their surgery to reduce the size of the tumor. The chemotherapy drugs most commonly used in the treatment of breast cancer include Adriamycin, Cytoxan, Amethopterin, Taxol, Adrucil, Navelbine, Paraplatin, Ellence, Taxotere, Gemzar and Xeloda
Hormone Therapy
Hormone therapy generally follows surgery and chemotherapy and may be recommended for up to five years after the cancer is diagnosed and treated. Hormone therapy is effective as a treatment for Stage II cancer only if the tumor is hormone receptor positive. Tamoxifen is the most common type of hormone therapy prescribed in the treatment of breast cancer. Potential side effects of tamoxifen include an increased risk of uterine cancer and/or blood clots.
Radiation
Radiation usually follows both a lumpectomy and a mastectomy. It is designed to remove any cancer cells that remain after the surgery.
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Canine bone cancer commonly strikes large-breed dogs. About 85 percent of bone cancers in dogs are osteosarcomas, which are very aggressive tumors that easily spread to other parts of the body. Bone cancer primarily affects the limbs of large dogs; in smaller dogs, it commonly invades other parts of the skeleton.
Significance
Tumors typically grow on limbs; less frequently, they grow on the skull, ribs, vertebrae or pelvis. Bone is destroyed gradually over one to three months.
Identification
Symptoms of bone cancer in dogs include limping, weight loss or exercise avoidance. Dogs may seek isolation or behave restlessly. Increasing discomfort results in appetite loss, irritability and aggressiveness. A firm mass or swelling might appear at the tumor site.
Diagnosis
A radiograph (X-ray) usually detects tumor growth in the bones of dogs. For questionable cases, conclusive results can be obtained through a Magnetic Resonance Imaging scan (MRI), or through a bone biopsy.
Solution
A dog's overall health, the tumor type and its location determines treatment. Amputation and chemotherapy are often recommended for limb tumors, while radiation therapy and pain management protocols may be suggested for other locations, or when dogs are not surgery candidates. Prognoses range from four to 24 months.
Warning
Arthritis is often diagnosed upon early presentation of symptoms. Pain medication may result in temporary relief. If lameness persists, however, further diagnostic tests should be done. Lung metastasis is the most common cause of death in dogs with bone cancer.
Blue Cross Blue Shield insurance plans are among the most recognized health plans in the country. Each of the 39 Blue Cross Blue Shield companies is independently owned and operated. The process to join the insurance panel to become a network provider varies by company, so you will need to follow the specific process for contracting and credentialing. Benefits to joining the panels include inclusion on the online provider search, referrals from the insurance company, easy claims submission, fast claims payment, online tools and research articles.
Instructions
1. Find out the Blue Cross Blue Shield that covers your practice area. Some states such as Maryland only have one Blue Cross Blue Shield company, Carefirst. Other states such as Pennsylvania have five regional carriers. Visit the Blue Cross Blue Shield Association's website to search for the company in your region.
2. Go to the website of your regional Blue Cross Blue Shield and click the section for providers. You should be able to find information about joining their network on the provider portal. If not, locate the Contact Us page and find a phone number for the provider relations department. You can either find an application online or request one from Provider Relations.
3. Complete the panel application with your name, provider type, tax ID number, hospital affiliations, practice address, phone number, professional license number and state of issue, type of degree, national provider identifier and birthdate. Submit the application per the instructions with any required supporting documentation such as a Form I-9.
4. Register online with the Council for Affordable Quality Healthcare's Universal Provider Datasource (CAQH), if you are not already. Once registered, provide the Blue company with authorization to access your credentialing information through CAQH. This is the central repository of credentialing information which many of the independent Blues utilize to verify your credentials.
5. Sign and return the contract you are sent. This will contain reimbursement rates and rules to follow as a participating panel provider. Once the contracting and credentialing process is complete, you are officially in the network panel.
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