Readers sound off on clear identification in business calls
Community letters discuss proper self introduction by staff and the need for clear business identidade. Readers praise using Hello followed by name and company, while callers note many voices drop first syllables on mobile lines.
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Houston Chronicle
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Risk of benzos overdose and rise of prescription rates
Rolling Stones echoed concerns about Miltown leading to overdoses as prescriptions soared since 1954. Librium then benzos like Xanax Valium and Klonopin dominated by 2008 with 112 million yearly scripts. A U S study links 1 in 20 adults to benzo prescriptions and overdoses rising fivefold since 1996. Seek help if addicted or discuss med risks with a physician.
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Jama Psychiatry
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American Journal of Public Health
Aerobic Exercise Boosts Brain Power Says Study Findings
A Michigan and Finland study links sustained aerobic activity to neuronal growth and improved spatial learning. Practical starts include cycling swimming or walking at 70 to 85 percent max heart rate for 48 minutes three times weekly with 240 jump rope jumps daily. Daily basic aerobics are fine for most, but consult a therapist if joint pain or endurance training is involved. Use the talk test to keep effort comfortable.
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Oskar Svendsen
Lillehammer
Norway
U.S
Joan Benoit
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Academy of Finland
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