As baby-boomers age and the number of people with serious chronic illnesses continues to rise, the demand for experts in palliative medicine is sure to outstrip the supply, according Timothy E. Quill, M.D., professor of Medicine, Psychiatry and Medical Humanities in the Center for Ethics, Humanities and Palliative Care at the University of Rochester Medical Center. In a perspective published in today's New England Journal of Medicine, Quill, who serves as president of the American Academy of Hospice and Palliative Medicine (AAHPM), suggests that arming generalists and ...

Pasadena, CA— A team of astronomers including Carnegie's Ian Thompson have managed to improve the measurement of the distance to our nearest neighbor galaxy and, in the process, refine an astronomical calculation that helps measure the expansion of the universe. Their work is published March 7 by Nature. The Hubble constant is a fundamental quantity that measures the current rate at which our universe is expanding. It is named after 20th Century Carnegie astronomer Edwin P. Hubble, who astonished the world by discovering that our universe has been growing continuously ...

AUDIO: In a new study released in the March/April 2013 issue of the Journal of Nutrition Education and Behavior, researchers found that growing and then cooking the foods that kids grew... Click here for more information. Philadelphia, PA, March 7, 2013 – Grow it, try it, and you just might like it is a motto many schools are embracing to encourage children to eat more fruits and vegetables. Through community-based kitchen garden programs, particularly those with dedicated cooking ...

AUDIO: Kathryn E. Henderson, PhD, Director of School and Community Initiatives at the Yale Rudd Center, talks about the first study to document availability and accessibility of water in compliance with... Click here for more information. Philadelphia, PA, March 7, 2013 – Support is needed in child care centers to help meet existing water policies and new water requirements included in the 2010 Child Nutrition Reauthorization Act, according to a study published by the Yale Rudd ...

Understanding child custody and visitation in Oklahoma Article provided by Law Office of L. Todd Nalagan Visit us at http://www.toddnalagan.com One of the most important yet confusing issues concerning parenting and divorce are rules on child custody and visitation. Each state has its own set of laws regarding custody, which can add to a parent's sense of befuddlement and misunderstanding regarding his or her parental rights. To best understand your rights as a parent in Oklahoma, it's important to understand the rules in our state. In Oklahoma, parents have ...

Grandparents' right of visitation in Oklahoma Article provided by Law Office of L. Todd Nalagan Visit us at http://www.toddnalagan.com Grandparents' often get the best of both worlds--spending time with a beloved grandchild while not being fully responsible for the day-to-day care--but sometimes the ability of a grandparent to see a grandchild can be threatened by a deteriorating relationship between the grandparent and parent. In circumstances where the relationship between a parent and a grandparent is severely strained and there is worry for the grandchild's ...

Nursing home negligence: The potential danger of improper bed rails Article provided by Hertz Schram, P.C. Visit us at http://www.securitieslawteam.com/ When bed rails are thought of they are normally believed to be a safety device, but it seems that the design of some bed rails and their inappropriate use has lead to a significant risk of injury or death for residents at nursing homes and among elderly who use them in their care at home. The issue of improperly designed and inappropriately used bed rails concerns an intersection of duties between manufacturers ...

Stopping NYC stop-and-frisks Article provided by Getz and Braverman PC Visit us at http://www.getzandbraverman.com A federal court has found the New York Police Department's Operation "Clean Halls" to be unconstitutional. Under this program, NYPD officers had permission to stop and frisk anyone found in and around apartment buildings located in high crime areas. While the NYPD claimed it was necessary to stop drug- related and violent crimes, the program did little more than make many New Yorkers prisoners in their own homes and neighborhoods. In early ...

Rollover accidents under scrutiny Article provided by Murphy & Johnson, S.C. Visit us at http://www.murphypaulson.com Many of us traveling on an interstate highway have seen the aftermath of a bad accident. There may be many vehicles involved, and other cars and trucks have no way to avoid the collision. Often, some of the occupants of those vehicles end up with serious injuries. Trucking accidents can be especially dangerous for fellow motorists. A recent truck accident in Wisconsin showed how fortunate some individuals are to escape without being seriously ...

Determining whether bankruptcy is the right solution for you Article provided by Ehrlich & Arcodia, P.C. Visit us at http://www.albanymetrobankruptcylaw.com People experiencing financial difficulties may wonder if bankruptcy is a practical option. Being a good candidate for bankruptcyinvolves several factors, and individuals should consider the financial and emotional ways that filing for bankruptcy may affect their lives. Financial considerations Prior to filing bankruptcy, a person should consider whether doing so is the best option for his or her financial ...

The automatic stay is a major benefit of bankruptcy Article provided by Liviakis Law Firm Visit us at http://www.liviakislaw.com/ Many people struggling with financial difficulties may wonder if filing bankruptcy is the ideal solution. One of the major benefits of bankruptcy is the automatic stay. An automatic stay immediately takes effect upon filing for bankruptcy and stops creditors from taking any further actions to collect debts during the bankruptcy proceeding. This stops creditor harassment, garnishments, bank levies and also prevents creditors from filing ...

More US tax evaders will be caught as offshore havens accept FATCA Article provided by Hider & Associates, P.C. Visit us at http://www.fightirs.net/ Wealthy Americans looking to minimize their tax liabilities have long relied on offshore bank accounts -- in the Caribbean, Switzerland and elsewhere -- to shield their assets from the watchful eyes of Uncle Sam. While many of these accounts are completely legal, others were set up with the express purpose of avoiding taxes that the accountholders would otherwise have to pay. Whatever shelter these accountholders ...

Crafting parenting plans in Florida divorces Article provided by The Law Offices of Elkins & Freedman Visit us at http://www.elkinsandfreedman.com When a married couple divorces, there are a number of contentious issues that will need sorting out. If the couple has had children together, working out a new co-parenting relationship is often the hardest part of the divorce. Co-parenting after a divorceinvolves much more than just devising a custody and visitation schedule. In the most successful arrangements, co-parents work out agreements on all aspects of ...

New York stop-and-frisk: a deterrent to crime or racially discriminatory? Article provided by Lerner & Lerner, P.C. Visit us at http://www.lernerandlerner.com/ The New York Police Department's stop-and-frisk policy has recently become a controversial issue among city residents. Under the policy, New York police can stop, question and search anyone on the street if the officer has a reasonable suspicion that the person is involved in criminal activity, about to engage in criminal activity or is armed. The department's policy is based on a 1968 Supreme Court ...

Colorado lawmakers consider expanding liability for discrimination Article provided by Bryan E. Kuhn, Counselor at Law, P.C. Visit us at http://www.bryankuhnlaw.com A Colorado legislative committee recently gave its approval to a proposal that would enhance the legal remedies available to victims of illegal employment discrimination in the workplace, the Denver Business Journal reported. The measure, known as House Bill 1136, would permit employees of smaller companies -- those with fewer than 15 workers -- to receive compensatory and punitive damages of up to ...

Many options exist for long-term elder care Article provided by Ruggiero Ziogas & Allaire Visit us at http://www.rzalawyers.com Over the last several decades, the lifespan of the average American has increased significantly. This is undoubtedly a good thing. However, the aging population has brought with it a whole host of new concerns, including the need for a wider array of elder care options. According to the Georgetown University Public Policy Institute, approximately 70 percent of Americans over the age of 65 will require long-term care at some point. This ...

Disinheritance in California estate plans Article provided by Burkley & Brandlin LLP Visit us at http://www.burkley-brandlin.com/ A will is a very powerful tool. With a valid will, you can direct what happens to your assets after you die, ensuring that the people you love are well taken care of. Of course, the opposite is also true -- by leaving someone out of your will you can, in most cases, prevent them from recovering anything after you pass away. Many people think of the decision to disinherit someone as the result of a fight or falling out. While this ...

The benefits of Chapter 13 bankruptcy Article provided by Law Office of Kevin J. Magorien Visit us at http://www.kevinmagorien.com Although the economy has recently shown signs of recovery, many Americans have yet to regain their financial footing. The problems of long-term unemployment and underemployment are still present. As a result, many people--even those who have managed to remain employed--are unable to stay current on their bills. For people in this situation, Chapter 13 bankruptcy may be able to help. Chapter 13 bankruptcy, also known as "wage ...

Your rights when creditors harass you during or after bankruptcy Article provided by William G. Schwab and Associates Visit us at http://www.uslawcenter.com One of the benefits of filing bankruptcy is that upon completion, it gives the debtor a discharge, meaning that he or she is no longer legally obligated to pay many debts that existed before the bankruptcy. Another benefit is the automatic stay, which prohibits creditors from working to collect most debts (e.g. making collection calls to the debtor) while the bankruptcy is pending. However, like many things ...

This Easter, Dinga Pty Ltd Australia continues its policy of Australia's Lowest Prices this Easter on all sorts of fishing tackle. With an embellished history of selling top-quality rods, reels and combos across NSW for the past 30 years, Dinga had recently taken its fishing tackle warehouse online with the launch of http://www.dinga.com.au. The online sale on Dinga.com.au begins on Monday, March 4th 2013 and includes a large selection of freshwater and salt water angling stuff from all major fishing brands such as Van Staal, Jarvis Walker, Ryobi, Daiwa, Shimano and ...

With the increased demand for dermal filler and Botox in the Los Angeles area, walk-in clinics offering watered-down Botox are now competing with dermatologist offices for a share of the non-surgical aesthetic. Cheap Botox is weak and provides poor results, while going to the dermatologist's office for a procedure can be expensive and nerve-wracking. MybotoxLA (http://www.mybotoxla.com) in Sherman Oaks offers an alternative for Los Angeles area Botox patients MyBotoxLA offers Botox, Juvederm, Radiesse, Latisse and other non-surgical cosmetic procedures in a salon setting. ...

Westward bound on the Oregon Trail, Lorena Emerson is alone after her uncle is killed by a thief trying to steal his money belt. Ignoring the wagon master's advice to go home, she rounds up others needing help, and they join a later wagon train and are soon slogging through dust and mud and steep mountain passes. It's a long way to Oregon, and because another woman needs her help, Lorrie again goes her own way, leaving the wagon train and the Oregon Trail to travel onward—off the beaten path—with her small group of wagons. She's helped by members of her wagon train, people ...

NPG, a new consulting group based in Burlington, Vermont specializes in creating and administering Google Grants accounts for nonprofits. Google Grants provides qualifying nonprofits with a $120,000 per year credit in Google Adwords to do free search marketing to promote their nonprofit cause. "Nonprofits have a tremendous opportunity to increase their online reach, attract new funding, and find new members," said Chris Middings, NPG founder and president. "NPG brings expertise in managing Google Grants Adwords accounts that nonprofits typically cannot ...

Hasner Law is pleased to share news that Managing Partner, Stephen Hasner, has been elected to be on the Board of Directors for Workers' Compensation Claimant Lawyers (WCCL), a division of Georgia Trial Lawyers Association (GTLA). He has also been elected to be on the Leadership Development Committee of WCCL and Arbitration Fee Dispute Committee of WCCL. In addition to his leadership with WCCL, Mr. Hasner was elected to be on the Board of Directors of WIN-PAC (Workplace Injury Network Political Action Committee). Mr. Hasner is a well-known accomplished leader in the legal ...

DataON Storage, a leading provider of OS-Agnostic storage enclosures, announces that storage industry veteran Trenton R. Baker joins the company as VP of business development. Baker will spearhead the initiative to secure strategic partnerships that will strengthen DataON's positioning as the preferred provider of enterprise-class external storage JBODs, optimize and accelerate the company's long-term growth, and tasked with increasing channel partner relationships for the Nexenta and Microsoft storage markets. "Trenton is an excellent addition to the DataON ...