Obesity Linked to Increase in Cancer Risk British and Swiss researchers published findings on February 18 which demonstrate in no uncertain terms that the occurrence of obesity increases the risk for a number of cancers. Their findings, published in the Lancet medical journal, pick up where the World Cancer Research Fund left off last year with its initial report recognizing a spike in cancer among populations... (41 views)
Long-Distance Relationships: Working to Connect You've decided to go to law school, which in a lot of cases means a new city, a new apartment, and a whole new group of people to meet. Perhaps you've left the city of your past behind and moved on to a better place. You've found a better apartment and said goodbye to your family members or roommates. You've said your farewells to your boyfriend or girlfriend…or have... (39 views)
The Five important tips for couples getting married about Pre-nuptial. With wedding season in full swing, church bells are ringing, blushing brides are beaming, and divorce attorneys are busy writing prenups. However, instead of hoarding all the business they can, most divorce attorneys urge couples to have serious conversations about whether or not they even need a prenup. (35 views)
John McCain's Health Insurance Plan If something isn't done soon, healthcare spending could double by 2017. True, presidential candidates often disagree; however, there is one thing they currently all agree on: that healthcare needs a massive update. (35 views)
A PC That Will Transfix You For some, the ideal weekend consists of nothing more than gaming. Whether it's done alone, with a friend, or even against one's biggest competitor, who just happens to live on the other side of the world, PC gaming is slowly taking over the electronic world. And VoodooPC has the perfect computer not only for your competitive gaming needs but also for your perfect weekend. (31 views)
Shopping: Therapy or Addiction? For millions of Americans, shopping is a favorite pastime. Whether it be taking a stroll to the nearest mall on a Saturday afternoon or spending hours after work searching for a birthday present, blowing some cash at a local buying mecca can be euphoric. Although a majority of us go to the mall out of boredom or necessity, some go out of addiction. (30 views)
On the Road Again Willie Nelson may have said it best when he sang ''On the Road Again.'' Even though we may not all be country music stars, traveling, whether across the state or across the country, is in many ways endearing and highly enjoyable. Packing up and ''hitting the road'' to experience all the country has to offer, and to learn about what makes each place unique, is an... (29 views)
Health Insurance Choices Health insurance protects us from depletion of financial resources due to medical emergencies. It is available in different forms from different insurance companies. The benefits available under various plans differ depending on the age of the beneficiary, the cost of the insurance, and the type of health service provider. (28 views)
Halloween Gear: What's Work Appropriate? It's once again that time of year — time to break out the ghastly and gory decorations, buy tons of candy, and, of course, purchase the most elaborate costume you can find. (28 views)
Don't Know Thyself? Knome Yourself How well do you know yourself? How well, really? Of course you may recognize that your favorite color is red, that you hate scary movies, and that you prefer to sleep on the right side of the bed, but do you understand how your biology works? (27 views)
You Can Fly! ''Soon you'll zoom all around the room / All it takes is faith and trust / But the thing that's a positive must / Is a little bit of pixie dust.'' So sings Peter Pan in Disney's animated classic of the same name. Unfortunately, while it may have been a childhood dream for many of us, try as we might, we never quite were able to find that flight-inducing pixie dust. ... (27 views)
Cutting Costs to Employers Increases Costs to Employees Many employers offer health insurance to their employees, and this has traditionally served the purpose of attracting and retaining talented professionals. However, more and more U.S. employers are reducing the health insurance benefits they offer to employees in efforts to cut costs and increase their competitiveness. (26 views)
Countdown to Midnight: Single Life on New Year's Kiss me at midnight! Sure, we all want to declare those words to our significant others, but what about the singletons around the country...those not quite as fortunate? (25 views)
New Study Ranks U.S. Healthcare System Worst Among Industrialized Nations It seems that the current topic du jour in American public and political discourse is no longer terrorism or war but healthcare. But while the discussion is growing ever more expansive and the din of political promises crowding the airwaves, the U.S. healthcare system turns out to have a whole host of new challenges to face apart from universal health coverage. (25 views)
Childhood Reimagined Every now and then every person needs some comfort food that reminds him or her of childhood. However, the fact that a dish is notorious for being unglamorous and, depending on how your mom made it, sometimes unappetizing does not mean that it has to maintain that reputation forever. (25 views)
Feelin the Love If you've been to Vegas lately, you should have noticed the Mirage hotel and casino on the strip, which means you should have noticed the bright orange and yellow banners for the sensational tribute show celebrating the Beatles' music, Love by Cirque du Soleil. (25 views)
Employer-Sponsored Health Insurance Programs Health insurance protects us against unexpected and catastrophic medical expenses. It also ensures that appropriate medical care is received. Over a period of time, health insurance coverage, which provides access to medical services, leads to improved health and higher productivity. (24 views)
Battling Breast Cancer While Battling Insurance Though October was officially Breast Cancer Awareness Month, the battle against the number-two killer of American women is waged year round. While trying to protect themselves by being proactive and getting their mammograms, many women are finding that getting a mammogram is not as simple as calling up their doctor and making an appointment. In some areas of the country,... (24 views)
The Clinton Healthcare Plan 'Tis the season for campaign promises, and what better one than universal healthcare for presidential hopefuls to tout? Much like her famed attempt at securing universal healthcare for all Americans while she was first lady, Senator Hillary Clinton is now trying to make headway with a new proposal which, while wary of the mistakes she made back in 1993, is designed to... (24 views)
The Love Tub Welcome to February, the season of love, and the official start of the countdown to the month's most important event: Valentine's Day. With that also comes the ultimate question: what do you buy for your significant other? (24 views)
Democrats Vie for Americans' Votes with Healthcare Proposals that Affect Employers, the Uninsured, and Minors In this article you'll discover what the healthcare plans of the Democratic presidential candidates are. If implemented, their plans would not only affect minors and the uninsured but employers as well. (24 views)
How Attorneys take a break and sleep away their worries of stressful legal jobs Vi-Spring, the premier bed manufacturer, has announced the creation of the Monarch, a custom-made bed that is created using only the highest quality products, such as lamb's wool and cashmere. According to Vi-Spring, sleeping in one of its beds can be a life-changing experience. (23 views)
Time to Get Away for Summer Vacation Summer heat got you down? Are morning traffic snarls wrapping your brain in knots? It might be time to get away from it all and take a much-needed summer vacation. (21 views)
How to Thoroughly Research Loan Consolidation Options While student loan consolidation is a no-brainer, choosing a lender to consolidate with does require some research and investigation. Because federal consolidation is mandated by the government, all lenders are required to offer the same consolidation rates and repayment options as those set by the federal government. However, the difference lies in the benefits and... (20 views)
Travelling in Outer space This weekend, I'm going to do something rather unusual for me. I'm going to spend my money on someone else. (19 views)
Assessing the Quality of Health Insurance Plans Numerous health insurance plans are available in the market, and it can be very difficult to assess the quality of these plans and decide which ones offer quality service. However, information on the various aspects of health insurance such as how accessible the services are, what prevention services are offered, and what kinds of treatments are available can be gathered... (19 views)
Swing Some Gold on the Green There are few events that can bring the world together like the Olympic Games. While the underlying cause of this ''togetherness'' is competition, it unites people around the world for one common goal: to represent their country and show that they are the best in the world. (19 views)
Medicare: America's Health Insurance Plan for Seniors Medicare is a fee-for-service health insurance program that pays approved amounts for services while beneficiaries pay for coinsurance costs and deductibles. It is administered by the U.S. government for those 65 and older. People with certain disabilities or renal failure or who have had kidney transplants are also eligible for Medicare even if they are not 65 years old. (18 views)
The Impact of Obesity on Healthcare By now it's common knowledge that America is home to the heaviest citizenry in the world, earning it the dubious distinction of being ''the fattest nation on Earth.'' Certainly, questions about how it got to be the global leader in obesity are many and complex, often with few or no answers, leaving both the average citizen and the healthcare industry in search of new ways... (18 views)
Cheers to You There are nearly as many different types of relaxation methods as there are people. So it's no wonder, then, that each person desires something unique when hoping to unwind and take a break from a long and arduous day, week, or month. These stress-reducing techniques may include eating dinner at a fabulous restaurant, enjoying a massage at one’s favorite spa, taking a... (17 views)