Tropics Belt Expands Shrinking the Edge of Dry Areas
A recent Nature Geoscience study reports Earth's tropical belt has expanded by a few hundred miles over 25 years. The expansion shifts subtropical dry zones toward the poles, bringing drier conditions to areas such as the U S Southwest.
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Experts See Modest Fix in Subprime Bailout Plan
Washington analysts describe a Bush administration proposal nicknamed teaser-freezer as a limited approach. The plan would temporarily freeze low introductory rates on risky home loans to curb foreclosures but many borrowers and banks may still face pain amid housing market strain and potential recession. Treasury Secretary Paulson and firms like JPMorgan Chase and Wells Fargo are involved in shaping the plan.
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Kennedy Center honors five U.S. artists for lifetime achievement
Five U.S. artists including Brian Wilson Martin Scorsese Diana Ross Steve Martin and Leon Fleisher were named Kennedy Center honorees for lifetime achievement in the performing arts. President Bush hosted a White House ceremony followed by a Kennedy Center gala televised by CBS on December 26.
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Lowering Your High Cholesterol
Doctor guidance and lifestyle changes help lower high cholesterol. Medications like Lipitor, diet, and exercise can reduce risk of heart attack with professional monitoring.
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Before you start lipitor tell your doctor about all medicines you take including prescriptions over the counter vitamins and herbal supplements. Inform them if you have muscle aches or weakness if you drink more than two alcoholic drinks daily if you have diabetes or kidney problems or thyroid issues.
Possible Side Effects of Lipitor
Serious side effects in a small number of people include muscle problems that can lead to kidney problems and liver problems. Your doctor may check liver function before and during use. Symptoms include unexplained muscle pain, nausea, dark urine, yellowing skin, and fatigue. seek care if these occur. Common side effects are headache, constipation, diarrhea, stomach upset, rash, and muscle and joint pain. Side effects are usually mild and often resolve. Fewer than 3 in 100 stopped taking Lipitor due to side effects.
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