Recent Articles
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Nutrition, exercise are vital in managing Parkinson’s disease
Antonella Martino Medical & Allied HealthcareThe exact etiology and development of Parkinson's disease remains a mystery to science. We can assume a mix of factors contributes, such as genetic predisposition, lifestyle and environmental and medicinal toxins. Studies have determined that 20 percent of Parkinson cases have a connection to medications in these categories: anti-emetic agents, antipsychotics, anti-convulsants and others. Fortunately, Parkinson's symptoms related to the use of a certain medication subside once use stops.
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Every sentence needs editing — Here’s how
Mark MacDonald Religious CommunityBarriers are obstacles that keep people from gaining access to something. With churches, for example, that can be receiving information. Our ministries are rich with information that needs to connect with our congregations and communities. Therefore, we need to eliminate all barriers that obstruct important information.
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Integrative tests: More considerations for teachers
Douglas Magrath EducationIn a recent article, I described why integrative testing is a better way of testing language competence than discrete-point testing. An integrative test draws on a variety of sources. Syntax, vocabulary, "schema," cultural awareness, reading skills, pronunciation and grammar are all factors the test maker and test taker need to keep in mind. The integrative test is generally considered to be a more reliable instrument for measuring language competence.
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Canada’s weakened economy still a bright spot for American tourists
Katherine Radin Travel, Hospitality & Event ManagementWhen Canada's economy began to plunge last year, many financial experts predicted a recession wouldn't last, as it was nowhere near as severe as the 2009 recession in the United States. And even so, this was not a threat to the Canadian tourism industry — Americans and other travelers were visiting Canada in record numbers, making the most of their valuable dollars.
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New screening guidelines show increased focus on mental health
Jessica Taylor Mental HealthcareOn Jan. 26, the U.S. Preventative Services Task Force (USPSTF) updated their guidelines for depression screenings. The new guidelines call for screening all adults 18 and older, particularly pregnant and postpartum women. This is an update from their 2009 recommendations, showing more concrete evidence of the importance of screening for depression after and during pregnancy.
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2015 in review: The year of de‑policing
Bambi Majumdar Law Enforcement, Defense & SecurityAsk any law enforcement officer what the best word to describe 2015 was, and the answer would likely be "de-policing." Several controversial shootings in the past few years have more or less culminated into active de-policing — an act that is leading to a rise in crime statistics across the country.
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Vintage air rally takes to the skies — Raising aviation, African awareness
Ryan Clark Transportation Technology & AutomotiveFor five weeks, Crete2Cape Vintage Air Rally pilots will travel from Greece to the southern tip of Africa. They will fly low over African terrain, while spending time over open water and days over African wilderness. Participants will raise awareness of Africa, aviation history and the love of general aviation.
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Maximize millennial membership: 3 essentials to stay in the game
Bianca Gibson Association ManagementYou may think you've heard enough about millennials, but the information keeps coming — and this time it affects the association world. The truth is, millennials are the future, and associations' prosperity heavily relies on their involvement. To reap the benefits of a multigenerational membership, associations must adapt to a quickly changing landscape.
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Tightening supply to sustain nonresidential construction growth
Michael J. Berens Construction & Building MaterialsNot all the news about the economy is bad. Numbers coming in for the final month of 2015 show resurgence in activity in nonresidential construction after a drop in November. That trend is projected to continue into 2016, with the commercial sector likely to experience the strongest growth as vacancy rates and employment numbers continue to improve.
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Risk landscapes and international development
Dr. David Hillson Business Management, Services & Risk ManagementWe all have our own "risk landscape," representing a set of opportunities from which we can benefit, along with challenges that can limit us or threaten our development. The risk landscape differs for each of us as individuals. Different communities, professional associations, social or ethnic groups also have their own risk landscape.