Author: April
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Buffalo New York Snow Melting
Buffalo, New York, is no stranger to blizzards. In fact, if you take a look at newspapers from the late 19th to the early 20th centuries, you’ll see that headlines of local publications often have the term “blizzard” or “snowstorm” in them. Snowmelt with flooding in Buffalo is a potential threat. Its reputation for heavy…
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What is the Purpose of Political Cartoons
The First Amendment of the United States Constitution, within the Bill of Rights, is perhaps the most important amendment of all as it provides a safeguard to citizens speaking up against tyranny or fascism and protects the freedom of the press. Political cartoons or caricatures have long been a vital technique in expressing discontent with…
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Why Are Whales Important to Humans?
While definitely not a vegetarian, I absolutely am in love with all animals. Well, most of them – snakes- freak me out, but I understand that they also have a purpose in our world. Whales and dogs are my absolute favorite animals on the planet. Both live in similar ways that we humans do. They…
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Why Did it Flood in North Carolina?
The reasons for the recent significant flooding in North Carolina can be attributed to many factors such as but not limited to the following potential causes: According to a report from PBS (Public Broadcasting Service), “The blame for recurring floods of a lifetime can be placed on rising temperatures because of climate change, said Tim…
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Most Common Natural Disasters in Oklahoma
If you’re a resident of Oklahoma, there’s one important fact you have to deal with and that is there will be plenty of natural disasters there. Yeah, you’ll experience natural disasters anywhere in the country, but the type and frequency will vary depending on where you are residing. According to a report from The Zebra,…
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Combining Ibuprofen and Acetaminophen for Acute Pain Management
When taken as directed, assuming your stomach can handle NSAIDs (Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs), alternating between ibuprofen and acetaminophen when trying to manage pain is usually an acceptable method. However, if one decides to take more than directed and for long periods, the results could be disastrous, even fatal. For instance, a patient who suffers from…
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Is NC Warm in the Winter?
With six ski resorts, you’d think that winter in North Carolina is extremely cold. However, while North Carolina’s mountains will greet you with snow and crisp air, you might find a different story elsewhere in the state. You see, the Old North State features a diverse geography. The Blue Ridge Mountains run along the western…
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Non-Opioid Treatment for Chronic Pain
In recent years, I have had to deal with chronic pain, more specifically nerve pain. My ortho doc and physical therapist determined the pain is coming from compression on nerves in my back and pelvic floor, which radiates down both my legs. My general practitioner, along with my pain management team, prescribed Gabapentin in lieu…
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Mississippi Hurricane History
Hurricane season in the United States starts from June 1 and ends on November 30. That’s not saying, however, that hurricanes don’t occur outside of this period. In Mississippi, hurricanes often appear as early as June. This is because the state is located along the Gulf Coast, and this area is among the first ones…
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Why is Arts Integration Important?
Incorporating art into everyday life is, well, life itself for some of us. The truth is, I can’t imagine starting a day without music. It acts as my life’s soundtrack, accompanying me from morning until night—except for those moments when silence is needed to recharge and find inner peace. But for the most part, I’ve…