What are the risks of being a firefighter? Firefighters are susceptible to burns, smoke inhalation and crush injuries from collapsing structures. They can suffer from heat exhaustion, as well as long-term job-related illnesses such as asthma, persistent coughing, heart disease, cancer and lung damage. What are the dangers of the profession of wildland fire fighting? […]
How much does a hydrocephalus surgery cost?
How much does a hydrocephalus surgery cost? The average total cost associated with an initial ETV procedure was $35,602.27. The average total cost associated with an ETV failure treated with a new VP shunt insertion was $88,859.05. Only 1 patient underwent a repeat ETV—at a total cost of $159,429.95. ETV/CPC patients incurred an average total […]
What is the best treatment for incontinence in dogs?
What is the best treatment for incontinence in dogs? The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) last week approved Proin ER (phenylpropanolamine hydrochloride extended release), a tablet for the control of urinary incontinence in dogs. The drug will aid with urethral sphincter hypotonus, which occurs due to a dog’s age and weakening muscles in the […]
Why does my female cat not have nipples?
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How can we help the hungry?
How can we help the hungry? How You Can Help the Hungry Donate money. Many relief agencies are seeing budget shortfalls in the millions—if not hundreds of millions—of dollars this year. Support food banks. Waste time for a cause. Reduce food waste. Reward retailers. Why should we help the hungry? Why should I care? We […]
What did James Madison say at the Constitutional Convention?
What did James Madison say at the Constitutional Convention? Madison took detailed notes during debates at the convention, which helped to further shape the U.S. Constitution and led to his moniker: “Father of the Constitution.” (Madison stated the Constitution was not “the off-spring of a single brain,” but instead, “the work of many heads and […]
How is a cheeseburger digested?
How is a cheeseburger digested? The digestive process Imagine biting into a big, juicy cheeseburger. As you taste it, enzyme in your saliva — salivary amylase — is there to start digesting the carbohydrates, most likely those in the bun. Go ahead and take a real bite. Chew slowly so that your teeth can break […]
What is the meaning of shield in the Bible?
What is the meaning of shield in the Bible? In Scripture, we as Christians are instructed in Ephesians 6:10-17 to suit up in the “full armor of God” so we can stand against evil. Ultimately, the Lord is described as our Shield (as aforementioned). No matter who rises up against us, He covers us. We […]
Why is my Ford Escape squealing?
Why is my Ford Escape squealing? Common reasons for this to happen: Failing Water Pump Pulley: The most common cause of squealing or squeaking from the timing belt cover is the water pump pulley. Serpentine or V-Belt Slipping: Another common cause here is noise transference from a slipping serpentine or V-belt. Why does my car […]