Mommy blogs ignite debate over online mothering norms
Melissa Summers in Royal Oak, Michigan, discusses balancing kids, work, and quiet time as mom blogs rise in visibility. Experts note blogs like The Pioneer Woman draw massive audiences and advertisers, highlighting moms as major consumer decision makers.
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Mobility problems rise for Americans 50 to 64
A Health Affairs study analyzing the 1997 2007 National Health Interview Survey finds more middle aged adults 50 to 64 reporting difficulty with key physical functions and a rise in needing help with personal care. Arthritis back and neck problems and diabetes are common underlying causes.
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Health Affairs
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Special surgery reduces incisions
A layperson overview of laparoscopic gallbladder surgery explains the transition from open surgery to minimal incisions. It details the use of trocars, carbon dioxide to inflate the abdomen, a camera and light, and small instruments with pincers and suturing tools. It notes that surgeons can switch to open surgery if complications arise.
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