Employment policy is also health policy according to a University of British Columbia study that found that workers experienced higher mortality rates if they didn't have access to social protections like employment insurance and unemployment benefits. Researchers with the Human Early Learning Partnership and the School of Population and Public Health at UBC found that low and medium-skilled workers in the United States are at a greater risk of death if they lose their job than their German counterparts, who have access to more robust employment protections and insurance. "Employment ...

In 2009 Dr. Nemeroff joined the University of Miami Leonard M. Miller School of Medicine as the Leonard M. Miller Professor and Chairman of the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences. His research has concentrated on the biological basis of the major neuropsychiatric disorders, including affective disorders, schizophrenia, and anxiety disorders. His clinical research is focused on the use of genetic, neuroendocrine, neuroimaging and neurochemical methods to comprehensively understand the pathophysiology of depression. In recent years he has uncovered the neurobiological ...

Pay Per Click Club opens the half part of the year with a monthly meeting on July 10, 2012 at 6:00-9:00pm. Discussion will focus on Google Analytics, the web traffic measurement tool from Google. Bud Gibson, from Eastern Michigan University's College of Business will be the guest speaker. The event is one of the monthly "ThinkTank" meetings and is happening at Eastern Michigan University in Livonia, located at 38777 Six Mile Road
Suite 410/411. Gibson, a professor at Computer Information Systems will teach participants how to use Google Analytics, ...

Enolsoft Co., Ltd., a professional multimedia software developer, today is pleased to announce the release of ViewCHM for iOS, a free utility to help iOS users to easily view CHM eBooks on the go with their iPad, iPhone and iPod Touch. Enolsoft ViewCHM for iOS supports CHM documents in any languages and allows users to freely zoom-in or zoom-out the font size. Moreover, it also allows users to search by keywords, bookmark a specific page, import CHM files via Wi-Fi, Mail, iTunes, adjust display settings and import multiple CHM files to iPad/iPhone/iPod Touch at a time ...

In the market today, there are no specialized machines for the sign industry, which have to settle for generalized high-cost foam cutters. Foamlinx LLC, based in California has developed CNC Hot Wire Foam Cutters especially for the sign industry. They are operated by a computer and cutting software (numerically controlled). The machine can cut EPS, XPS and EPP types of foam, being able to produce 3D interior and exterior signs, logos, monument signs, foam numbers and letters, theme props, displays and architectural signs, and much more. Foamlinx Sign Cutters are designed ...

Do you want accounting software for small businesses? Try Shoebooks. Shoebooks, the most comprehensive yet simple online accounting software and bookkeeping solutions for small and medium businesses, offers a wide range of outsourced bookkeeping and payroll software services such as bookkeeping, payroll, training and consulting services to SMEs, provided under different modules. Accessible from any geographical location which supports modern workplaces, such as homes or multiple locations, Shoebooks covers a diverse client base under many different industries, offering ...

Targeted to the geophysical exploration, geothermal and soil science sectors, the Earth Thermometer is a 1.6 metre long needle probe can be used for short or long-term deployments. Data can be stored for up to one year and the probe's durable construction allows it to be re-used multiple times. Temperature readings are taken at 30cm and 110cm below the surface. "The Earth Thermometer is another piece of equipment for the geophysicist's toolbox. Because it is reusable [video] and easily deployed, we expect to sell units to geophysical rental equipment companies ...

Viva Concepts' explosive growth over the past 12 months created a coverage gap in their security infrastructure that cloud-based security-as-a-service leader CloudAccess will now bridge. The leading healthcare referral marketing firm selected CloudAccess to integrate their SIEM and log management offerings to upgrade their current security architecture. "Our expansion over the past year created an immediate need to bolster our security perimeters. With CloudAccess, Viva can now easily and effectively monitor our entire enterprise 24/7/365," said Jacques Amar, ...

Survival Strategies, Inc. recently partnered up with Applied Sales Training, LLC to offer a new sales approach to the Healthcare Industry. "It is a known fact that most private practitioners and their staff will avoid sales at all costs. However, selling is an integral part of any business, like it or not," remarked Mr. Ron Norton, Founder of Applied Sales Training. According to Mr. Norton, this sales training program was designed to train the practitioner and their staff to be able to overcome barriers in getting a patient to accept and complete their ...

How Divorce Can Actually Benefit Children Some people feel compelled to stay in unhappy marriages "for the sake of the children." They believe that their children will do better in life with both parents in the home, even if the marriage is failing. However, while this article is not intended to necessarily promote or encourage divorce, experts suggest that having parents divorce may be more beneficial for children than if the parents remain in a damaged marriage. Happier Parents Experts say that happier parents result in happier children. If a parent ...

Financial Steps to Take Before Filing for Divorce When faced with a failing marriage, people often wonder how divorcing will affect them financially and whether they can make it on their own. However, people thinking of divorcecan take some steps to put themselves in a better financial position for their life afterward. Collect Documents When considering filing for divorce, a person should begin collecting copies of important financial documents. People will need these papers for a variety of purposes, including the division of marital property and consideration ...

Choosing One of the Four Methods for Divorce Couples looking to end their marriages have more options today than in the past. Where divorce once meant protracted court battles, now people can choose to divorce in one of four ways, based on what works best for their situations: collaborative law, litigation, pro se, or mediation. Collaborative Law In collaborative law, both spouses are represented by attorneys who advise their clients throughout the process. The collaborative model is designed to reach deep resolution, as opposed to more superficial, often temporary ...

How to Talk to Your Children About Your Pending Divorce One of the most important questions parents most often ask when divorcing is how will the divorce affect my children? Where will they live? Who will make decisions for them? And what should they do or not do to reduce the potential negative impacts of the divorce on the children's lives. While child custody decisions often require extensive thought and negotiation, divorcing couples can begin the transition process early by discussing their pending divorce with their children and listening to their children's ...

Construction Workers Have High Rates of Back Injuries Back injuries cause workers to miss more work than any other kind of injury. In construction work, back injuries constitute 25 percent of all work injuries. Aside from the transportation industry, construction workers have the highest rates of back injuries of any field. Lifting, pushing, pulling, lowering or carrying can all cause back injuries. Construction workers should exercise caution and make sure they are using proper procedures for these activities. Taking a break when necessary also reduces the risk for ...

Unmarried Couples Living Together Should Consider Cohabitation Agreements More unmarried couples live together today than ever before. The number of 30- to 44-year-olds cohabitating has doubled since the mid-1990s and marriage for many unmarried couples living together may no longer be the end goal. According to a survey conducted by marketing communications agency JWT, almost half of the female respondents who had never been married preferred a committed, long-term relationship to marriage. Nearly 70 percent of the male respondents agreed. Although unmarried couples ...

New York Medical Malpractice Lawsuit Settled for $5 Million A birth injury lawsuit against a New York hospital alleging that staff failed to provide a mother with adequate care, causing the baby to develop cerebral palsy, was recently resolved through a multi-million dollar settlement. The agreement's $5.3 million price tag demonstrates to victims of injuries caused by medical malpractice how significant their recovery can be. Birth Injury Lawsuits Birth injury lawsuits seek to hold doctors and other medical professionals liable on the theory of negligence. When ...

More Women Paying Alimony and Child Support to Former Husbands Traditional notions of divorce have the financially stable former husband paying court-ordered alimony and child support to his former wife. Recent trends are now turning this stereotype on its head, however. A nationwide survey of divorce attorneys by the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers found that more and more women are paying alimony and child support to former spouses. Over half of divorce attorneys polled reported more women paying child support, and nearly half saw more women paying alimony ...

Common Myths About Debt Collection and Consumers' Rights People who have fallen behind in paying their bills may be facing collection actions from their creditors. They may be wondering how to stop creditor harassment and may end up doing more damage to their financial situations by believing myths about debt collection. Federal law does offer consumers protections from certain collection practices and people should be aware of their rights under the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act. Debt Collection Myths Several misconceptions are floating around about debt ...

An Overview of Workers' Compensation in Kansas In Kansas, people who experience work-related injuries are usually covered by workers' compensation. The Kansas workers' compensation system is designed to provide employees with benefits to cover their medical costs and other financial losses resulting from on-the-job injuries. Types of Benefits Available Employees who suffer workplace injuries in Kansas may be eligible for the following types of workers' compensation benefits: -Medical care for treatment of the injury -Weekly checks for those who are unable to ...

Five Tips for Safe Motorcycling This Summer The snow is gone, the sun is out and so are the motorcycles. For many, summer means ditching the automobile and pulling out the motorcycle for long rides up the shore and afternoons spent on winding back roads. But when motorcycles are not properly operated, an afternoon ride can easily turn fatal. By following the law and a few simple rules for motorcycle safety, riders can dramatically reduce the risk of an accident, injury or death. In your first trip of the year, slow down and remind yourself how to properly ride ...

Bankruptcy Myths and Reality More than a million Americans file for bankruptcy each year, and as many as 1.25 million are expected to file this year, according to an article in U.S. News & World Report. However, the perceived stigma of bankruptcy keeps many consumers who could benefit from the process from actually pursuing bankruptcy as a debt-relief option. Unfortunately, this impression includes many mistaken ideas about who can file for bankruptcy, the reasons for filing and post-bankruptcy consequences. Dispelling Common Bankruptcy Myths Contrary to some ...

Talking to Your Kids About Divorce For many divorcing parents, breaking the news to the kids is one of the most difficult steps in the process. These tips may help you avoid some of the most common missteps that parents make when talking to their children about divorce. Don't Share Too Much While your kids deserve some explanation of why you and your spouse have decided to divorce, be careful not to burden them with too much information. Confiding in your children about the adult details of your divorce can cause them unnecessary stress and may make them feel torn ...

Amber Alert GPS (www.amberalertgps.com), the leader in child tracking and family safety, is offering a limited-time, free download of My Child ID software, which allows parents to securely store vital information for their family members for quick access during an emergency. Originally started as an offer in June, which is National Safety Month, the success of the campaign has led the company to extend the free download offer through July 2012. My Child ID provides a safe place for parents to set up and store information profiles for each member of the family. Critical ...

Young Screen Actors Academy summer camp for kids and summer camp for teens runs through July and August for five consecutive days per session. These camps will explore all aspects of film and television including commercial auditions, voice over, series and film auditions. There are two levels available in both programs, depending on your level of experience. For the newcomer wanting to explore the world of acting, the Level I course is an excellent way to introduce one's self to the business, learn the tools of the trade and the three important elements that every ...

In June 2012, Olympia Medical Center began the continuation of the Seasons Program that originated at Cedars Sinai Medical Center. The Seasons Program assists patients with the challenges of aging and how to maintain the highest possible level of independence and ability. Retirement, health issues, changing finances, the loss of loved ones or the prospect of losing independence can be overwhelming. For many seniors, proper intervention is key to achieving and maintaining their highest level of health, activity and autonomy. Patients participate in an intensive, multi-function ...