MN Nurses Strike Begins...Are Patients Safe?

The MN nurses strike is due to start at 7am on Thursday, June 10th. The strike will be the largest scale nurses strike in U.S. history, with more than 12,000 nurses scheduled to walk off the job. The MN nurses strike could be dangerous, potentially putting peoples lives in danger. Nurses say their main motivation is patient safety, but does a massive nurses strike align with their message? 


Read the full story here: MN Nurses Strike Threatens Patient Safety.


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Jonah Hill and Russell Brand Share Hilarious Kiss at MTV Movie Awards

Technically speaking, Kristen Stewart and Robert Pattinson won the 2010 MTV Movie Award for Best Kiss. I think many would agree, however, that theirs was immensely overshadowed by the steamy kiss between Jonah Hill and Russell Brand prior to the announcement of the nominees for the Best Kiss category.


Read the full story here: Jonah Hill, Russell Brand Win Best Kiss.


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New ALS Stem Cell Research

ALS (Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis), commonly known as "Lou Gehrig's Disease", is a neurodegenerative disease that affects nerve cells in the brain and spinal cord. ALS stem cell research has been making great strides toward treating the crippling disease. Check out ALS Stem Cell Breakthroughs to read about the latest research and advancements for ALS.


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Hypoplastic Right Heart Syndrome Information

Information about HRHS is scarce on the internet. Learn from my research and expertise that comes from raising a son with the devastating heart defect. Read Hypoplastic Right Heart Syndrome to learn the basics of HRHS.

McDonald's Shrek Cup Recall

Collectors of the popular 'Shrek Forever After' glasses will be disappointed by news that McDonald's has recalled the glasses. Consumer Product Safety Commission found the paint on the popular Shrek glasses to contain cadmium, a toxic metal. 


Read the full story: McDonald's 'Shrek' Glasses Recalled, Toxic Metal Found in Paint

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BP Oil Spill Sparks Political Debate

The now infamous BP oil spill, started by the deadly underwater explosion of Deepwater Horizon rig, has become the largest oil spill in U.S. history. BP and government officials are still scrambling to stop the leak. Recently, Attorney General Eric Holder announced the launch of a criminal and civil investigation into BP and the events leading up to and following the explosion and subsequent oil leak. This announcement has added to the brewing political firestorm that has crept into the oil spill catastrophe. 


Read the full story: Federal Criminal Investigation of BP Oil Spill Begins Political Storm

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Hypoplastic Right Heart Syndrome Treatment

Hypoplastic Right Heart Syndrome is a congenital heart defect that leaves a child without a functioning right ventricle. Immediate medical intervention is required to save their life. Treatment of Hypoplastic Right Heart Syndrome consists of a series of heart surgeries, often spread out over several years. Learn the full treatment regimen and details about each surgeryby reading the full story: Treatment of Hypoplastic Right Heart Syndrome.


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Preventing Flea and Tick Bites

Fleas and ticks are pesky mites that can, and will, bite humans. Prevent Flea and Tick Bites on Humans will tell you ways to keep these nasty critters off of you.

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Sensory Loss in 9/11 Responders and Cleanup Workers

New research highlights sensory loss to be prevalent amongst workers involved in the rescue, recovery, demolition and cleanup efforts that followed the 9/11 attacks. Two years after the buildings' collapse workers showed a decreased ability to detect odors and nasal irritants. Read 9/11 World Trade Center Workers: Sensory Loss Reported by Study for the entire story.


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Frequent Tanning Bed Use Triples Melanoma Risk

Research proves that the risk of skin cancer increases with the frequency of the use of a tanning bed. Tanning Beds, Skin Cancer Linked looks into the first study that can single out tanning beds as significantly increasing the risk of melanoma.

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Walnuts, Almonds and Cashews: Healthy Nuts That Can Improve Your Health

Nuts are a healthy snack that can offer many health benefits. Healthiest Nuts to Eat tells you why walnuts, almonds and cashews are among the healthiest nuts to snack on. 






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Local Boat Rentals in Minneapolis/St.Paul

Looking to rent a boat in the Twin Cities area? Find a few local boat rental companies in the area with Boat Rentals in Minneapolis/St.Paul.

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