Ageing Populations Face Crisis of Rising Blindness

Wilderness House Literary Retreat is Pleased to Announce Lunch with Louisa Solano, Former Owner of the Grolier Poetry Bookstore on August 5, 2006, Noon-4 p.m.

Louisa Solano was the owner of the Grolier Poetry Bookstore from 1974 till 2006 when she retired. Virtually everyone in modern American letters has visited the Grolier Poetry Bookshop in Harvard Square Cambridge. The Grolier Poetry Bookshop is the "oldest continuous bookshop" devoted solely to the sale of poetry and poetry criticism, was founded in 1927 by Adrian Gambet and Gordon Cairnie; the subsequent owner, Louisa Solano, a 1966 graduate of Boston University and bookstore habitué since 1955, took over operation of the store in 1974 after Cairnie's death.

Help for Seniors

Alan Wolan, CSA with Coe Financial Group, Deerfield, IL, completed a comprehensive course on priority senior issues on April 26, 2003. The course is conducted by the Society of Certified Senior Advisors®, a national organization that has trained over 8,000 professionals in all 50 states and the District of Columbia. Successful participants complete a thorough examination to earn the Certified Senior Advisor, CSA designation. Mr. Wolan has taken this educational initiative to become a professional leader in meeting the key needs and issues concerning senior citizens.

ReadyTalk Offers Colorado Companies a 50% Discount on Audio Conferencing

ReadyTalk, a leader in integrated audio and Web conferencing, announced today that it is offering Colorado companies an introductory rate of 50% off their current audio rate. The promotion, directed at new customers, comes during an economic downturn and offers companies significant savings on their current audio conferencing expense.

"Our intention is to become the audio and Web conferencing provider of choice for Colorado companies. We believe this is an attractive opportunity for local companies to experience our audio and web conferencing services at a greatly reduced rate," said Dan King, CEO and co-founder of ReadyTalk. "The fact that it comes during a recession makes the offer that much more compelling."

Distance Education Now Supports Those Affected by Attention Deficit Disorder

It is estimated that over 5% of the population in the United States is directly affected by Attention Deficit Disorder. Those affected by ADD or ADHD may now get support without leaving their homes.

Attention Deficit Disorder, also known as ADD, ADHD and AD/HD, is a very common condition which is becoming better known. Chances are that in one way or another the average person is affected by Attention Deficit Disorder. A person's co-worker, spouse, grandchild, sibling, employee or anybody else for that matter may have Attention Deficit Disorder.

Berkeley Palmer Sees Increase in Mortgage Professionals Seeking Career Alternatives

According to the well respected career industry organization Berkeley Palmer, concerns from mortgage industry professionals are really expressions of fear for their future in the industry.

The Kansas City based career management firm has seen a dramatic increase in the number of people looking for work from the mortgage industry. According to a Berkely Palmer spokesperson, "It's not just sub prime lenders. It's also some prime lenders and a host of people from the residential construction industry." Berkely Palmer has seen a significant increase in the number of mortgage professionals looking to make a career transition.

Hudson Goods - The Launch of a New Company That Believes Homes are Meant for Living Not Looking

Homes are meant for living! The launch of a new company that believes homes are meant for living not looking. HudsonGoods.com

Hudson Goods - Homes are Meant for Living!

All the places we live in, where we gather, eat, relax and recharge is the focus of this company's furniture collection, Hudson Goods. Vintage in spirit, modern in function, all of the pieces are created by one man for one company, Karl Miller at Hudson Goods. Positioned as the "Old Navy" of cool home furnishings, Hudson Goods delivers an uncompromising value in great design and cool vintage finishes at Old Navy prices. Cooler than Pottery Barn -- way less expensive than Restoration Hardware!

Ludacris, Gives Thanks by Giving to Others

International fame, multi-platinum album sales and wealth has not made homegrown Atlanta celebrity Chris Ludacris" Bridges forget those less fortunate. In what has become a tradition, this weekend The Ludacris Foundation distributed Thanksgiving dinners with all the trimmings-turkey, fresh vegetables, canned goods and desserts-to residents of College Park Housing Authoritys College View Hills. The Ludacris Foundation along with Rah Rahs Village of Hope, distributed holiday food boxes to over 300 low-income families.

3000+ Generic Drugs are Just a Phone Call Away for Those Without Prescription Drug Insurance, MyStoreForMeds

Americans pay more for prescription drugs than any other people in the world. Additionally, prescription drug expenditures make up the fastest-growing segment of the increasingly expensive U.S. health care system. While the popularity of online pharmacies has continued to grow- the requirements of the FDA has made it increasing difficult for online pharmacies to continue to offer discounted medicines to the general public. With more then 45 million Americans without prescription medicine insurance coverage, www.MyStoreForMeds.com online service is a lifesaver.

ERA Adds Several New Computer Donation Depot Locations in Calgary

ERA has added several new computer donation depot locations in Calgary, making it easier for residents in Calgary's NW, NE, SW, and SE communities to donate their old laptops, computers, and networking equipment. Computer donations and recycling in Calgary, Edmonton, Vancouver, help out local charities and non profits access computers they couldn't otherwise afford.

"Corporations and smaller companies can always call the ERA to schedule a pickup directly from their offices," says Boyan Paduh of ERA.

Haley Productions' Interactive Games Announces The Launch of New Downloadable Scavenger Hunts and Kids' Games

Haley Productions announces the release of several new downloadable scavenger hunt games and kids' house party games. The first is Operation Time Flies, a timed scavenger hunt for teens and adults comprised of picture challenges, a word search/find items challenge and final team projects. As with all of their games, this hunt is designed to keep the teams creatively and energetically engaged from start to finish with a variety of challenges.

Haley Productions has also released Operation Romantic Rendezvous, a scavenger hunt for couples and Operation Black Cat, a Halloween themed scavenger hunt for teens and adults.

easyCar Reveals UK Children Suffer Backseat Brawl Syndrome

easyCar reveals that as 1.3 million* Brits are planning a family driving holiday this year, a new phenomenon, 'Backseat Brawl Syndrome' (BBS), is identified.

Research by car hire (http://www.easycar.com/) company easyCar.com reveals children last an average of just three hours and 15 minutes into a car journey before bickering begins and BBS kicks in with 12% failing to reach the 60 minute mark.

Backseat bickering aside, the ideal length of time for a driving holiday abroad has been identified as just over four days (4.25 days) before the arguments begin in earnest.

EBillingHub's Greg Coticchia to Discuss Software as a Service Business Model at Pittsburgh's 'Entrepreneurial Thursday'

eBillingHub(tm), the defacto leader in simplifying law firm electronic billing, today announced that Greg Coticchia, CEO, will be a featured panelist this week at Pittsburgh's 'Entrepreneurial Thursday', a weekly forum for Western Pennsylvania entrepreneurs. eBillingHub recently announced record results for fiscal year 2008, highlighted by a 156% increase in its customers and a 212% increase in earned revenue over fiscal (calendar) year 2007. In addition, the eBillingHub processed over $1billion dollars USD in law firm electronic bills in 2008.

All Education Schools Adds ESL to Their Educational Arsenal

With over 11 percent of all primary and secondary students receiving English language learner (ELL) services since 2003,* the demand for qualified English as a second language (ESL) teachers continues to soar. All Education Schools, a one-stop website for anyone looking for teaching degree and career information, answered today with a new resource center for people interested in a TESOL (teaching English to speakers of other languages) career.

From comprehensive bilingual education degree information to definitions of ESL's trickiest acronyms, the information center lays out all the basics for potential ESL teachers. Users will find detailed ESL teacher salary information as well as timely descriptions of the wide variety of ESL jobs available today. A special article on online education programs details how technology is advancing the field and All Star Directories' longstanding degree program database connects users with schools that offer the programs they're after, whether online or traditional in nature.

BetAmerica.com Unveils Latest Online Offering - Fantasy Football Parlay Contest

BetAmerica.com has kicked-off its newest online offering with its own unique "Fantasy Football Parlay Contest" which will run through the end of the regular pro football season.

BetAmerica will give millions of fantasy football fans the chance to hit the web and play in a weekly contest combining the knack for picking a team winner, and the talent of picking team players that will score points.

"There are many fantasy football fans that play in fantasy football leagues throughout the year. However, during the season, some fans might lose interest in league play, that's why we came up with our weekly fantasy football contest" stated Player Representative, Jared Alexander.

BetAmerica's Fantasy Football contest works much like a Las Vegas Parlay card, where you choose the number of games you want to play, the teams you want based on the point-spread, and the players you think will score points. There are no limits to how many entries a player can make, and no limit on the number of winners. With each $10 entry you can win up to $18,000.

Fathers Day Initiative Encourages Millions of Men

Mike Ellis is excited about Fathers Day this year. But not because hes getting a new tie or a bottle of cologne -- hes excited about a book. For the 2nd year in a row, Covenant United Methodist Church in Port Orange, FL, where Ellis is a Mens Leader, is handing out free books to men in the church as part of the Project Fathers Day campaign from Orlando-based Man in the Mirror.

A major success in recent years, Project Fathers Day was started to help men find the meaning and purpose in their lives by giving them a free book, and now churches throughout the country are set to distribute over half a million books on Fathers Day as part of the 2005 Project Fathers Day effort.

Ground-breaking Infertility Study Confirms Laser Acupuncture Improves IVF Pregnancy Rates

Reproductive Medicine Associates of Connecticut (RMACT) announced today the results of a recently conducted survey that showed the use of laser acupuncture performed both befor 5a8 e and after embryo transfer during an in vitro fertilization (IVF) cycle, improves a women's chances of implantation by up to 15%. Acupuncture is the traditional Chinese method of using pin-point thin needles placed at strategic "energy points" around the body to improve functioning and promote natural healing. Growing medical evidence indicates that acupuncture may improve a woman's chance of conceiving when performed in conjunction with IVF fertility treatments. Today, acupuncture is frequently used by women with infertility issues to help regulate menstrual cycles, reduce stress and improve blood flow to the pelvic area and uterine lining. The study, one of the largest clinical trials ever conducted on acupuncture, had 1,000 participants who were randomly assigned to one of five study groups. The first group received traditional acupuncture, the second group received laser acupuncture, while the third or "placebo group" thought (along with the acupuncturist and physician) that they also received laser acupuncture. The fourth, relaxation group lay in a dimly light room with soft music, and the last group received no treatment at all. All treatments were administered for 25 minutes before and after embryo transfer.

Sillyasstoys.com Offers Speed Cup Stacking Competition Kit

Speed Cup Stacking, the new and exciting sport for the entire family that is sweeping the country, has drawn spectators and competitors from around the world to attend and compete at national events. And now, consumers can enjoy the sport at home when they set up their own competitions with the Speed Stackers Deluxe offered at Sillyasstoys.com. For more information on the product or on other unusual and unique toys, visit: http://www.sillyasstoys.com.

The complete kit has everything needed to have a cup stacking competition anywhere. Contents include: A stacking mat, 12 durable regulation plastic cups, a digital timer, and an informational and instructional DVD.

MultiPlan Now Accepting Submissions for 2009 Holiday Card Program

MultiPlan, Inc., the nation's oldest and largest independent PPO network, announced today it is now accepting submissions for its annual Holiday Card Program. As one of MultiPlan's most popular philanthropic initiatives, the Holiday Card Program collects holiday-inspired drawings from pediatric patients in hospitals participating in the PHCS, HealthEOS and/or MultiPlan networks, and hosts a vote on its website. The five entries that receive the most votes are made into holiday greeting cards, courtesy of MultiPlan. The hospitals that submit these top five drawings receive a supply of cards for use in fundraising, at holiday events and to sell in their gift shops.

Nonickel.com Launches Hard to Find, Nickel Free Line of Belts, Hypoallergenic Watches, and Nickel Free Jewelry

With over 15% of the world population allergic to nickel" you might think it fairly simple to locate and purchase nickel free watches, nickel free belts, or even nickel free jewelry. Unfortunately, thats not the case for most people who suffer nickel allergy.

Nonickel.com, launched in June of 2004 caters to a growing population of allergy sufferers with a hard-to-come-by nickel free line of watches, belts, and jewelry for men, women, and children.

Since 2000 the European Union has effectively banned the use of nickel in jewelry and accessories that come in close and prolonged contact with the skin. No such ban exists in the United States. In fact, for those who suffer nickel allergy, finding nickel free watches and accessories can be an extraordinary accomplishment.