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- December 15, 2010
The spouses of those coming home from war with post traumatic stress syndrome (PTSD) often suffer through tremendous amounts of stress of their own. A program was started at Walter Reed Hospital to help these wives take better care of themselves. According to the report, the government lists some 78,000 soldiers with PTSD, but there
READ MOREIn this testament to the bonds of friendship, the writer (Elizabeth Bernstein) shares her own experience moving to a new city and leaving good friends behind, and offers some practical advice in the video for easing these kinds of transitions. In the article, she interviews Transitional Learning Curves' Jill Kristal, a clinical psychologist based in
READ MOREWatch Nightline's Bill Weir jam out with some of the biggest rock music gods, and learn about how these rock fantasy camps are making a difference and enhancing people's lives. We've been following these rock fantasy camps since our January story on the topic (in our Entertainment, Books, & Humor category as well), in which
READ MORENew FDA regulations will require sunscreens to filter out both ultraviolet B rays and ultraviolet A rays once they go into effect next summer. The effort to reduce consumer confusion calls for more support from sunscreen companies to effectively combat skin cancer and increase protection from the sun. This video summarizes what you, the consumer,
READ MORETurns out there's a huge difference in the price of cosmetics depending on the shopping websites or stores you frequent. Consumer Reports' ShopSmart Magazine sent secret shoppers out to compare prices at different stores. Harmon Discount had the highest number of low-priced items, while CVS had the most high-priced items. ConsumerReports.org, 6/15/2011
READ MOREAccording to the UN, one in five women will face sexual assault worldwide. The startling statistic prompted six Nobel Peace Laureates to create the Nobel Women’s Initiative to stop sexual abuse as a weapon of war. To kickstart their efforts, the organization held a three-day international conference in Canada. Women's Media Center, 6/15/2011
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