Spinal Cord Injuries: An Overview and Leading Causes Our bodies are magnificent yet fragile machines controlled by muscles, nerves and supported by a complicated skeletal system. It is devastating whenever one or more of these systems fails to perform its primary function, whether caused by age or injury. Spinal cord injuries are life changing and affect far too many people. Sufferers of a spinal cord accident may be unable to use their legs, care for themselves, or merely live a normal life. Traumatic Spinal Cord Injuries According to the Mayo Clinic, a spinal ...

StudySync (www.studysync.com), the web-based collaborative curriculum from BookheadEd Learning, LLC, has been named to District Administration Magazine's Readers' Choice Top 100 Products of 2011, the company announced today. Aimed at middle school and high school students, StudySync enlists broadcast-quality video, digital media, mobile platforms and social learning to advance reading, writing and critical thinking. The prestigious acknowledgement is given annually to K12 education products that have supported education innovation. The winners were selected by the ...

The University of Texas at San Antonio awarded Southwest Solutions Group a TXMAS contract to deliver and install a Spacesaver High Density Archive Storage System. The high capacity storage system will consolidate and centralize archival boxes and library books from several locations. "The high capacity storage system will house archival materials currently taking up valuable floor space at several UTSA main libraries. The storage system will allow UTSA to be free up badly needed space at several library locations," said Jeff Rosaasen, Representative for Southwest ...

1-800-HANSONS, the company whose jingle encourages customers to "Get It Done!" is leading by example. 1-800-HANSONS, a home improvement company that has been serving Michigan and Ohio residents since 1988, has won the distinguished 2011 Replacement Contractor of the Year Award from Replacement Contracting Magazine, a publication that serves the roofing, siding and window replacement contracting industry throughout the United States. 1-800-HANSONS is the first Michigan contractor to win this national award, which is based on criteria such as sales growth; ...

Taste buds are sizzling across Ontario with the launch of an expanded line of retail dips from Topper's Pizza that now includes three exclusive flavours packaged in a new 350 ml bottle format. And to help celebrate, for a limited time the growing pizza franchise is giving away a free bottle of dip with the purchase of every Family Pleaser Meal - one of the most popular meal time solutions on the Topper's Pizza menu. "It's the same great taste in a bold new look," said Emaan Toppazzini, Product Development Director, Topper's Franchise Company Inc., in making ...

The Cove of Lake Geneva has once again become an official drop-off location for the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve 'Toys for Tots Program'. The mission of the program is to collect new, unwrapped toys which will be distributed as Christmas gifts to the less fortunate children in the area where the campaign is held. This year will mark the 64th year the program has run, with the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve Program distributing more than 400 million toys to more than 188 million needy children. Each year this program grows in drop-off locations, toys donated, and children receiving ...

Amphenol Industrial, a global leader in interconnect systems, introduces the versatile and economical ModLink junction box. This modular plug-and-play system allows manufacturers, distributors, installers and owners/operators to insert 'smart' modules as needed at any time onto the back of solar panels. Apart from the smart module, no additional components are needed to upgrade the system and no components need to be discarded. Designed to allow PV module manufacturers to introduce smart junction box technology at no additional cost or logistical effort, the ModLink ...

THE KNOT is pleased to announce Mr. Bokay Flowers & Greenhouse has been selected as a 2012 ­­winner in 'The Knot Best of Weddings'. You can now find Mr. Bokay and his team in a special section in The Knot magazine and on http://www.theknot.com, the number-one wedding resource that's most trusted by brides. 'The Knot Best of Weddings 2012' provides a "by brides, for brides" guide to the top wedding professionals across the country, and is a must-have when it comes to selecting the best-of-the-best wedding resources. From New York florists and Seattle bridal ...

Call Recording Center is pleased to announce the launch of their new company website at http://www.callrecordingcenter.com/. The new website provides visitors with an easy to navigate site that is focused on their call recording needs. The new site gives visitors the ability to view Call Recording Center's wide variety of call recording services, from VoIP call recording to quality monitoring software. Additional features allow site users to request a quote, request a free demo, and utilize a call recording advisor to determine the best combination of call recording solutions ...

ITP VoIP - a VoIP provider available online at http://www.ITPVoIP.com - is encouraging students and parents to educate themselves about internet phone service for college callers. ITP offers basic VoIP phone service with many included features that can help students keep in touch with their friends and family members, in addition to premium softphone service for users interested in placing VoIP calls over their personal computers. Starting at under $10 per month, the basic plan from ITP VoIP includes a selection of free internet phone service features that traditional ...

Living Poetry, a not-for-profit group of poets based out of the Brier Creek area, is looking for top verse by the Triangle-area's writers. Poets will receive awards in January when Living Poetry celebrates its Three Year Anniversary. First place is a $100 gift card, second place is the Oxford Writer's Thesaurus and third place is a book of or about poetry. Living Poetry's First Annual Best of 2011 Poetry Contest was created to showcase the growing poetic talent in the Triangle area. "I don't think people realize how special Raleigh, Durham and Chapel Hill are on ...

CJ Scarlet of Roving Coach International (RCI) managed to rack up two major awards in less than a week. On November 9th in Raleigh, NC, she was one of ten women inducted into the 2011 Class of the Academy of Women sponsored by the YWCA of the Greater Triangle. The Academy is the region's most prestigious honor for women who are the best at what they do while upholding the mission of the YWCA - to eliminate racism and empower women. CJ, an award-winning author, motivational speaker, and life transitions coach, received the Entrepreneurship Award as Chief Rover and CEO of ...

North America's largest pop-culture tour opens the 2012 season as Wizard World New Orleans Comic Con, a huge success in its inaugural event last year, returns to the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center, January 28-29, 2012, with standout guests Adam Baldwin, Mary McDonnell, James Marsters, Michael Biehn, WWE Diva Kelly Kelly and WWE Superstar Zack Ryder headlining the list of celebrity attendees. The event, produced by Wizard World, Inc. (WIZD.PK) will bring together thousands of fans of all ages and dozens of celebrities and industry professionals to celebrate the best ...

H2O Supply, Inc. is showcased in the fall issue of The Plumbing Advocate magazine as its feature member. The Plumbing Advocate is a publication of Equity Plumbing, a national marketing group who provides a variety of services to the plumbing community including networking for wholesalers. Jay Katz, owner and founder of H2O Supply, Inc., is excited to be featured in the national publication for plumbing professionals. "We are truly excited about the opportunity to be featured in such a well known and respected trade publication," Katz said. H2O Supply, ...

Mr. Transmission franchisee Tom Costello and wife Sally of Roseville, CA attended Powertrain Expo 2011, the largest transmission industry trade show in the United States. Hosted by the Automatic Transmission Rebuilders Association (ATRA) and the Automotive Parts Remanufacturing Association (APRA), the event took place at the Las Vegas Hilton on October 27-31, 2011. More than 2,000 technicians and business owners attended the event. During the Expo, attendees had the opportunity to be trained by 20 transmission industry, marketing and management experts, including those ...

Under Teles' Real Estate Agent, Phillip Coombes leadership, the "Put the Fork in Hunger" campaign produced over 10,300 pounds of food last weekend for the Pasadena Union Station Homeless Services. According to Rabbi Marvin Gross, the Union Station's chief executive officer, the food collected by the campaign will provide an estimated 10,000 meals for people across the area. Much of the donations will be used for the Station's annual Thanksgiving Dinner event. The drive was held in Pasadena where Pasadena and Saint John avenues diverge, the current home of the ...

Broten Garage Door & Gate is proud to join Current Builders in support of the Marine Corps Toys For Tots Program by serving as a drop off center for The Toys for Tots 2011 campaign. Additionally, Broten will be donating $1 to Toys for Tots for every person who visits the Broten Facebook page and selects "Like" while posting the message: "Support our troops and children." Broten's Facebook page can be found at http://www.facebook.com/BrotenGarageDoor. Broten will be accepting new, unopened toys at its showroom at 886 South Andrews Avenue, Pompano ...

Throughout the centuries, storytelling and fiction have been popular classroom discussions to present real life situations and problems, and examine resolutions. Instructors encouraged students' dialogue of options and kindled critical thinking. However, Wallace believes the twentieth century's speedier lifestyles and educational changes in today's classrooms have resulted in rigid and formulaic sessions. Wallace's theory seems to bear out in his conversations with today's educators. Laurie A. Gray (JD), former high school teacher and founder of Socratic Parenting ...

Beezid has just announced three days of price freezes, risk-free bidding, free shipping, and more, all to begin on Black Friday, November 25th. To get shoppers ready for the Holiday season, Beezid has just announced the Ultimate Shopping Weekend. Beezid kicks off three days of monumental savings on Black Friday, November 25th, with risk-free bidding and a 10% price freeze on all items. Sunday, November 27th will feature a 1% price freeze, and on Cyber Monday, November 28th, Beezid will place an unprecedented 500 items up for bid, all of which will feature free shipping. Beezid ...

Just in time for the Holidays, GammaTech Computer Corporation invites you to celebrate the season with a special promotion on select Durabook rugged notebook computers. Starting on Black Friday through November 30, qualifying Durabook models are discounted to prices under $1000 at select retailers. Rugged, durable, and rigorously tested, GammaTech Durabook computers are uniquely designed for the demands of real life: each model is built to Military 810G Standard for drop, spill, shock, and dust protection, and are water-resistant. With a magnesium alloy case, Durabooks ...

For men struggling to find love, help has arrived. Love Systems has just released 500 copies of its 11 Essentials DVD series recorded live at the annual Love Systems Super Conference in Las Vegas Nevada. "We are committed to help you become "your best self," which includes being confident and successful with women" says the official 11 Essentials website. The Series includes the 11 DVD box set, e-books, workbooks, online audio and video clips and follow-up personal support with Love Systems. The series is taught by the best PUA's (pickup artists) ...

The Women's Business Development Center (WBDC) is now accepting applications for its 2011 Small Business Technology Makeover Competition with a chance to win more than $100,000 in FREE technology products and business services to help your business grow. The prize package will include a small business server; 1 networked printer; 1 projector; 2 headsets; 7 laptop computers; $30,000 scholarship to Executive Business Training Website development, including brand design and content; installation and configuration hardware, labor and support; 5 licenses of Microsoft Small ...

Attorney Evan Guthrie of the Evan Guthrie Law Firm in Charleston, South Carolina visited Military Magnet Academy High School located in North Charleston, SC on Monday October 31st, 2011. Attorney Evan Guthrie spoke to the Law Enforcement Class at the Military Magnet Academy. The law enforcement class covers different aspects of the law including how to prosecute a case in court and how to be a witness in court. These duties are essential to law enforcement and Mr. Guthrie gave some of his background and knowledge of how cases are prosecuted and how to be an effective witness ...

News Facts • The fifth annual Forrester Groundswell Awards were announced on September 22 at the Forrester Content & Collaboration Forum in Boston. Fishbowl Solutions was a recipient of the award in the in the Management category for an Employee Mobile Application. Their winning entry was based on their work developing an iPad-based content management application for a leading medical device manufacturer and integrating it with Oracle WebCenter Content (formerly Oracle Universal Content Management). • Jason Lamon, senior marketing associate at Fishbowl Solutions, ...

The University of California, Irvine Extension announces the fourth annual "Gifted and Talented Education Webinar Series," to begin Wednesday, Feb. 1 and runs through Feb. 22. This series of free online presentations will educate teachers and parents about the continued evolution of the gifted and talented education (GATE) curriculum, teaching methods and solutions. The webinar also offers educators the option to receive credit for attending all webinar sessions. "This annual free webinar series will provide participants with useful tools including how ...