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By babystuff January 01, 2003
(Note: This is second in the series of conversations between me and my four year old son about his getting a sibling. For the first article, please click here.
By fatherfrank December 30, 2002
It is hard to believe that another year has passed. So much has happened during this past year. Our world continues to be challenged by the on-going threats of terrorism and violence. Thousands of families ...
By pharmacist December 28, 2002
New results from the landmark NIH hypertension study will change how patients with high blood pressure are treated.
Currently, most hypertension patients start on an ACE inhibitor, beta-blocker, or calcium channel blocker.
By Robin Frank December 27, 2002
As increasing numbers of older adults make a determined effort to lead healthy, active lives, they're opting for something that will help them look as young as they feel. Just ask Barbara Closman, who decided ...
By coachingforcareers December 27, 2002
Having trouble getting what you want in your career these days? Has your negative thinking got you believing that things will never get better? Are you downplaying the role of positive thinking? Your thoughts and ...
By parrots December 21, 2002
GUIDELINES TO PARROT RECOVERY By Steven Panzenhagen PREVENTION of their bird escaping is by far the most important thing a pet bird owner can do for the life of their pet. Domestic pet birds while ...
By pharmacist December 21, 2002
Dear Dr. Ferzola:
I heard there is a new medication for ADHD that is not a stimulant. Do you have any information about this drug?
Thank You,
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By movies December 20, 2002
by Ben Kenigsberg According to my brother, this was the year I evolved from mere aesthete to full-blown cine-snob. Perhaps it seemed that way because many of the year's best films -- an ...
By fatherfrank December 20, 2002
Christmas in New York City touches one's heart and soul. No matter what the news headlines, walking the streets of Manhattan at Christmastime helps to ignite the holiday spirit. It is almost impossible to not ...
By publicrelations December 18, 2002
In order to publish a successful newsletter, there are several areas to consider. Just remember to ask yourself the "who what when where why" questions to give your newsletter the direction it needs. *Who is ...
By transportation December 17, 2002
BY RICH KNUTSON Trying to keep abreast of the ever-changing transportation issues here on Long Island can be rewarding as well as a headache. We all can breathe a "sigh of relief" at the tentative ...
By pharmacist December 14, 2002
Dear Mr. Ferzola:
Can you please send me information about the current national concerns of smallpox. I am a healthcare worker and want to know all the facts.
Thank ...
By beauty December 13, 2002
Winter 2002-03 Trends Tis' the season for giving! So give yourself the gift of beauty at CosmeticMall.com. Winter hues are sexy and sultry; the ever-famous
By Debra Scala Giokas December 11, 2002
If holiday crowds are not one of your favorite things, chances are you will be doing most of your shopping on the world wide web this season. When you are in the process of looking ...
By babystuff December 11, 2002
Telling Luc He's about to be a Big Brother I am five-months pregnant with my second child. I know, I know--I changed my mind. If you don't know me, you wouldn't know that ...
By pharmacist December 11, 2002
A recent study involving over 27,000 women conducted at Brigham and Women's Hospital in Boston, Massachusetts, suggests that the C-reactive protein (CRP) level may be a stronger indicator of future cardiovascular incidents than ...
By fatherfrank December 10, 2002
Recently, Newsweek magazine did an extensive story on teenage sex, entitled "The New Virginity - Why More Teens Are Choosing Not To Have Sex." The article was fascinating. It did suggest that there is a ...
By coachingforcareers December 09, 2002
Career headache these days? Wish you had the magic pill that would make it go away? With layoffs and cutbacks, it's takes more effort to be positive about the future. But no matter where you ...
By travel December 07, 2002
In some past columns I've recommeded some special B&Bs; for romantic getaways. Here are a few that would work especially well for a cosy getaway during the holiday season. The Copper Beech Inn - This ...
By fatherfrank December 06, 2002
In early December on a cold Thursday morning, we had our first major snowfall of the season. The beauty of that first snow only further reinforced the holiday spirit. On that particular day, it became ...
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