Philadelphia, Pa. (May 01, 2013) - If your contact lenses are causing you discomfort, simply switching to a different type of contact lens or lens care product may bring improvement, reports a study, " Effect of Lens and Solution Choice on the Comfort of Contact Lens Wearers", appearing in the May issue of Optometry and Vision Science, official journal of the American Academy of Optometry. The journal is published by Lippincott Williams & Wilkins, a part of Wolters Kluwer Health. "Ocular comfort and symptoms in symptomatic contact lens wearers can be perceptibly improved ...

Can the patterns in tree branches or the meandering bends in a river provide clues that could lead to better cancer therapies? According to a new study from Virginia Commonwealth University Massey Cancer Center, these self-similar, repeating patterns in nature known as fractals help scientists better understand how the immune system is organized and may one day be used to help improve stem cell transplant outcomes in leukemia patients by predicting the probability of transplant complications. Recently published in the journal Biology of Blood and Marrow Transplantation, ...

Jurors award $11.4 million dollar verdict against Toyota dealership Article provided by Corsiglia McMahon & Allard, L.L.P. Visit us at http://www.san-jose-bike-lawyer.com A family physician was driving a rented 2006 Toyota Sienna when the ball joint failed. The failure caused the car to roll over into a ravine, resulting in serious injuries to the driver and her five passengers. This case is unique, since the driver did not own the car; instead the vehicle was rented from a Toyota dealership. The driver accused the dealership of concealing the defects, failing ...

DACA candidates find creative ways to supplement their applications Article provided by Edward R. White, P.C. Visit us at http://www.immigrationed.com DACA candidates find creative ways to supplement their applications In June 2012, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security announced a program that would grant deferred removal action to qualifying individuals who arrived in the U.S. as children and who meet other criteria. Thus far, hundreds of thousands of candidates have applied for the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program, and people are finding they ...

San Mateo cracks down on distracted driving Article provided by Anderlini & Emerick LLP Visit us at http://www.afespilaw.com Distracted driving has been featured many times in the media as of late for good reason: distracted driving is a proven danger. Government statistics show that texting while driving, which is a form of distracted driving, can impair a driver's reaction time just as severely as having a blood alcohol level at the legal limit. In addition, drivers using hand-held cellphones are four times more likely to have a car accident that is severe ...

Nevada businesses have remedies in breach of contract disputes Article provided by Preston Sterling Kerr Visit us at http://www.sterlingkerrlaw.com All business owners at one time or another will likely have to enter into a contract with an individual or another business. However, when a business is first starting up, the business owner might not fully appreciate the intricate workings of a contract or contract creation in general. Having a solid understanding of how contracts work and what makes them enforceable is key to avoiding potential problems later on in ...

Important information to consider before a bankruptcy filing Article provided by The Law Offices of Raymond J. Antonacci, LLC Visit us at http://www.rjalegal.com The decision to file for bankruptcy protection is an intensely personal one. Most people will try other methods of debt management, some of them more effective than others, before they consider filing for bankruptcy. Oftentimes, the longer a person waits to file, the more complex their financial issues become. Before filing, though, it is important to consider all sides - all the pros and cons - of how ...

Seniors have options other than nursing homes for long-term care Article provided by Sikov and Love, P.A. Visit us at http://www.sikovandlove.com As healthcare and nutrition have improved over the last few decades, the average American is living longer as a result. Although this is a positive thing, it raises many issues regarding elder care in the later years. Currently, about 10 million seniors rely on family members or others for care. However, this number will undoubtedly increase in the next decade. According to the Georgetown University Public Policy Institute, ...

Ignition interlock requirements may be changing in Illinois Article provided by Law Offices of Maureen Williams Visit us at http://www.peoriacriminaldefense.com Illinois has required Breath Alcohol Ignition Interlock Devices (BAIID) for some years. Since 2009, even first-time offenses triggered the requirement. The Illinois Secretary of State, which administers the program, recently proposed several changes. More DUIoffenders would be subject to the requirement and those driving without the devices could face jail time. A BAIID-equipped vehicle requires the driver ...

At Alberta AAA ProPainters, they place emphasis into continuously putting inspiration back into any of your painting projects. Here's how they do it: * Professionalism Every designated Calgary painter from Alberta AAA ProPainters have long practised the art of being professional in all their undertakings. They are known for valuing their customers' opinions and preferences first; and they only give sound advice when needed. They understand that every customer is UNIQUE, and they set out to complement this without any hint of reservation whatsoever. * Reliability A ...

Experts say that you don't necessarily have to reinvent the wheel to be successful. And that's exactly what Toronto entrepreneur, Andrew M. Warner, doesn't plan to do. He's launched a newsletter similar to an entrepreneur from the 50s, George Haylings, studying and reporting on their businesses. This newsletter is called The Hidden Profits Report. Each issue contains a review of a business idea and step-by-step instructions on how you can do the same business and make a profit. It really is a great publication for budding entrepreneurs and others looking for opportunities ...

Janet D. Thomas, author of Lemons, Lemonade & Life - Practical Steps for Getting the Sweetness Back When Life Goes Sour is a captivating speaker, engaging writer and dynamic workshop leader whose words inspire and motivate, energizing transformation in those who experience her. She has personally healed the wounds of childhood sexual abuse and overcame a laundry list of life challenges, which included obesity and clinical depression. To her, making lemonade is no mere philosophical or psychological proposition; it has been a life-saving strategy. Because of the ...

In an effort to ensure their customers are well advised throughout the moving process, Hazelwood Allied Moving and Storage reviewed 3 Santa Barbara interior decorators with a unique eye for style and fashion. Customers of Hazelwood Allied are often interested in finding a creative Santa Barbara interior decorator that can help them turn their new house into a home. The final selections were chosen based on experience, education and ability to capture the essence of Santa Barbara's rich Spanish heritage inside the home. After thorough consideration, Hazelwood ...

Acronova Technology, the leading manufacturer of Blu-ray/CD/DVD auto loaders, announced their new website at http://www.nimbie.com. The site includes extensive product information focused on applications and solutions of Nimbie USB automated disc loading system. The new nimbie.com features： 1.Details on applications with Nimbie USB disc autoloader Introducing solutions including audio, data and video related applications which benefit from automated disc publishers and duplicators. 2.Easy browsing based on specified operation system The new website offers ...

Contemporary Youth Orchestra and Bootsy Collins will perform a joint concert Psychotic Bump School on May 17, 2013 at 7:30pm at Cleveland State University's Waetjen Auditorium. This first­ of ­its ­kind collaboration will feature 15 pieces from Bootsy and Parliament­-Funkadelic's catalogues of music. All of the songs have been orchestrated for the 115 members of Contemporary Youth Orchestra and 55 members of the Campus International Children's Chorus. Executive and Founding Music Director Liza Grossman is responsible for inspiring and assembling the show. "Bootsy ...

The grand opening of LivingSmart Homes Sundance attracted hundreds of home shoppers who toured the model homes grand opening weekend, resulting in the sale of all eight homes in the first phase release. This popular Inland Empire new home neighborhood, which is also available in Tournament Hills in Beaumont and at Canyon Hills in Lake Elsinore, features both one- and two-story single-family detached homes priced from the mid $200,0000s. Built by Pardee Homes, LivingSmart Homes Sundance is ideally located within master-planned Sundance in Beaumont, where two elementary ...

Central Arizona Regional Economic Development Foundation (CAREDF) in partnership with Golden Shovel Agency is proud to announce the launch of an economic development website designed to highlight the economic benefits of doing business in the region. Pinal County, located along Interstate 10 between Phoenix and Tucson, has a lot to offer. Suburban sprawl from both cities has spread into the county and this accelerated growth has resulted in an invaluable resource: a large and skilled workforce of over 500,000. Despite growth, the communities in the area remain small ...

The path to peacefulness can now be accessed via cell phone. Dr. Jude Theriot, a respected Houston-area neurologist, certified meditation instructor and artist, has announced the release of an e-book and phone app to help people start and maintain a daily peacefulness practice. The e-book, entitled "Peaceful Habits: A Brain Injury Doctor Teaches Meditation to his Patients and Distills the Experience into a Modern Prescription for Peacefulness," will be available through Amazon beginning April 23. The e-book is downloadable at http://peacefulhabits.com/e-book/ The ...

Nicholas Maze announced today that his new book, Deleting God: Distractions, Misunderstandings, & Misinterpretations, will be released on May 21st, 2013. In Deleting God, Nicholas critiques the state of the modern church and brings attention to the many overlooked issues that exist. He discusses how Christianity is changing and the reasons why. "Having served as an usher for several years has allowed me to experience the church from a different perspective," said Nicholas. "Ushers are required to be in the church far earlier than the rest of the congregation ...

Former Black Mafia Family (BMF) member Tonesa "Toni" Welch officially launched her nonprofit organization Sylent Heart today. The organization's mission is to help the children who are impacted by incarceration live the most nurturing and fulfilling lives possible. Sylent Heart will provide resources including mentoring, personal development workshops, arrangement and transportation of visits, school supplies, clothes, shoes, electronics, field trips and more. It is the goal of Sylent Heart to provide children with the tools to get through adolescence as seamlessly ...

Appearing as mystical and mysterious as ever before, David Carradine appears in his final film release, now available in stores and through online streaming. Paul Sampson's smash cult-film titled "Night of the Templar" captures everything Tarantino looked to showcase by putting David Carradine in his films. Winding viewers through a tale of deception and revenge across seven generations, Night of the Templar brings an original story to life through the eyes of writer/director Paul Sampson. The film stars "Walking Dead" personality Norman Reedus with ...

Both Alyssa and Jameel are determined to shed light on the important subject of Bullying and Cyberbullying and those affected by it. "We are delighted that both Alyssa and Jameel are lending their names to this very important issue," commented Ross Ellis founder and Chief Executive Officer of STOMP Out Bullying. "As role models, their voices can make such a difference." While bullying may seem like "a rite of passage" among adolescents, many parents and kids don't take it seriously until someone they know is directly affected by bullying ...

According to the National Foundation for Celiac Awareness (NFCA), approximately 3 million people have Celiac disease, a genetic autoimmune disease which damages the small intestine and prompts intolerance to gluten. In the United States, approximately 21 million people are sensitive to gluten. May is Celiac Disease Awareness Month, and Brain Balance Achievement Centers, nationwide specialized achievement centers for children with neurobehavioral issues, is educating families on the direct link between gluten intolerance and neurobehavioral issues. Such issues include ...

Clever Container, a direct sales company focusing on organizational products, has launched Leapfactor's Salesfactor iPad App. The app is now available for their 1,500 consultants to boost their productivity and enrich the sales experience while on the go. The Salesfactor iPad app combines the cool and easy-to-use experience of consumer apps with a wide-range set of features that will help Clever Container consultants to tell the story, present the opportunity, showcase products, take orders, and get training directly from an iPad. Features such as interactive catalogs, ...

Whole Health Partners, a North Dallas based chiropractic care and wellness clinic, hosted a vegetable fermentation workshop Tuesday night (4/16) to a packed house. Led by resident nutrition expert Dr. Matt Rayner, the event focused on educating the community about the benefits of probiotics and the process of fermenting your own vegetables at home to create these valuable nutrients. Dr. Rayner and the Whole Health Partners Team host community events every month which are focused on patient education, a matter which is central to the care provided by the clinic. The next ...