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Choosing a dog trainer
What you should know about … Shelly Leibowitz, managing director of Green Leaf Pet Resort & Hotel/Shelly’s School for Dogs We Americans love animals; however, we know little about them. We are used to convenience and short cuts. We also believe there’s a perfect dog for everyone. The perfect dog is an enticing fantasy pooch.…
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Choosing the right outpatient radiology center
What you should know about … Your physician has ordered a series of radiology procedures. Your physician gives you a prescription for the examinations and a list of radiology facilities in your area. Which one to choose and why? Important questions to ask Facility — Is the facility accredited by the American College of Radiology…
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Determining if you need cataract surgery
What you should know about … Dr. Robert Scharfman of Atlantic Medical Eye Care What is a cataract? The lens of the eye is normally a clear, transparent structure that is located just behind your pupil. Every eye has a lens, just like every camera has a lens. The lens of the eye focuses incoming…
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Brain training vs. tutoring
What you should know about … Learning Rx Is tutoring what your child really needs? Your child has difficulty in third-grade math. You send her to a tutor. The tutor works diligently for several weeks with her on her grade-level math concepts and assignments. She goes on to pass the third grade with Bs. So…
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Choosing an assisted living community
What you should know about … Assisted living residents enjoy mimosas in the garden at Reformed Church Home. When considering an assisted living community for a family member or friend, it is vital that you spend considerable time researching the services available at several facilities to make an informed decision. It is worth the time…
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Choosing a chiropractor
What you should know about … Dr. Ira Shapiro of Plaza Chiropractic Center poses with figure skater Michelle Kwan. What is a chiropractor? Chiropractors are well-trained doctors specializing in the structure and function of the spine and joints of the body. Chiropractors receive a doctor of chiropractic degree and their training involves intensive studies of…
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Buying a generator
What you should know about … Storms and power failures go hand-in-hand in many neighborhoods at any time of year. Antiquated power grids and substations — many designed more than 50 years ago — can’t keep up with increased consumer electricity consumption, especially during the hot summer months. Mature trees tower precariously over power lines,…
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Choosing a dentist for your child
What you should know about … Dr. Kerry Gallagher Moran, D.M.D., (r) of Adult and Pediatric Dental Studio, demonstrates a typical knee to knee position for an infant/toddler oral health screening. What is the difference between a pediatric dentist and a family dentist? Pediatric dentists are the pediatricians of dentistry. A pediatric dentist has two…
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Flooring choices
What you should know about … In the very recent past, consumers who were considering renovating their bathrooms, kitchens or basements, had the choice of either thin vinyl, wood flooring in a limited selection of colors and styles and ceramic tile, also with few really attractive choices. While homeowners were considering spending their hard-earned savings…
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