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International Day of Persons with Disabilities: December 3rd

“I\’m different, not less.” – Temple Grandin Tomorrow, December 3rd is International Day of Persons with Disabilities. This year\’s focus is: “Empowering persons with disabilities and ensuring inclusiveness and equality.” And: “To promote a can-do culture focusing on what people living with a disability can achieve throughout life and work.” My daughter is twenty-eight, born

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The Naughty or Nice Way to Prepare Acorn Squash

Preparing Acorn Squash: Roasted of Course! I am a huge fan of this delicious little nugget of flavor, vitamins, and minerals. I love the diversity, nutrition, and satisfied feeling after eating just half. I recently found out how I can create a yummy, savory, and a healthy version of the season’s delight: Roasted acorn squash

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National Food Safety Education Month

“Food safety involves everybody in the food chain.” —Mike Johanns September is National Food Safety Education Month. This article touches on the standards of food regulation before the food is purchased. We will also provide safety tips on how to handle food while shopping, and at home before, during, and after cooking it. The U.S.

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September is World Alzheimer\’s Month

This month is World Alzheimer’s Month. Do you have a loved one or know of someone afflicted with Alzheimer’s? It is more widespread than you might think. Here are the current statistics from Alzheimer’s Disease International as of 2017: Worldwide, nearly 44 million people have Alzheimer’s or related dementia. (Alzheimer’s Disease International) (1) Only 1 in

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National Celiac Disease Awareness

September 13th is National Celiac Disease Awareness Day. You’ve certainly heard about this disease by now, but this article will help you understand more about the disease and how it impacts people living with it. What is Celiac Disease? Celiac disease is a digestive disease that damages the small intestine and interferes with absorption of

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