sterile http://www.artwoo.com Returned search results for sterile Copyright 2008 Sat, 22 Nov 2008 03:38:45 +0000 http://www.artwoo.com/rss/sterile Keeping The Operating Patient Safe By Accounting http://www.artwoo.com/article/keeping-the-operating-patient-safe-by-accounting http://www.artwoo.com/article/keeping-the-operating-patient-safe-by-accounting#comments Tue, 06 Jun 2006 12:32:07 +0000 laparoscopic nephrectomylaparoscopic gastric bypassbody cavityscrub nurselaparoscopic nissenspongessurgeries http://www.artwoo.com/article/keeping-the-operating-patient-safe-by-accounting scrub nurse. (In some jurisdictions, a scrub nurse can be unlicensed personnel called a scrub technician.)

As each tray of instruments is opened unto the sterile field, the two nurses will compare the contents with a paper sheet which comes with the tray. Each and every piece within the tray will be counted.

All sterile supplies are counted. This includes , which are usually wrapped together in groups of five or ten. Sponges can be large gauze bundles, or 4"X 8" rectangles of gauze. Also, small gauze pieces which are bound together into a peanut shape and called peanuts are counted. Larger balls of cotton stuffed gauze pillows are counted. Sutures are counted and divided by types. Needles without sutures, or free needles, are counted separately. All of these supplies are possible foreign objects that can be left behind in a .

There is a debate about which are at risk for lost objects. In most states, the standard is to count instruments, sponges and sutures when a body cavity is opened. A cavity would be the head, abdomen or chest. There is also a risk for left behind sponges in some gynecological surgery where instruments are inserted into the uterus. So sponges and needles are counted for those surgeries.

Major, but minimally invasive surgeries, such as , fundalpication, , or laparoscopic assisted vaginal hysterectomy are surgeries in which multiple, small puncture wounds are made in which specially designed sheaths are inserted and then the scope and instruments access the cavity through the sheaths. Except for thoracic endoscopic surgeries, utilizing a scope requires the body cavity to be expanded in some way. Laparoscopic surgeries use carbon dioxide gas, arthroscopic, genitourinary and gynecological surgeries use fluid. The sheaths prevent the gases or fluids from escaping from the cavity.

Technically, it is hard to imagine how anything could be left behind in a surgery done with a scope. However, small screws, jaws to graspers, and parts of staple guns have all been left behind in patients, require additional surgeries and time and money lost. Ultimately it is the responsibility of the surgeon to know if the instrument he pulls out of a patient is complete, but part of the team mentality is that the nurses must also know the construction of an instrument so that if something is missing, it can be accounted for.

An example of this is something that I experienced; I was scrubbed on a back surgery and one of the bone instruments I gave the doctor was missing a screw. It didn't affect it's operation, but I didn't know if it was missing before I gave it to the doctor or not. It required an xray during the surgery to see if the screw was somewhere within the patient's back incision. It was not.

The web sites below, have much more information on these subjects... Mark Winchester is an internet author and medical supply business owner. Here is one example of additional medical and laparoscopic proceedures. http://www.laparoscopicsurgeononline.info ]]> The Bad Results Of Permanent Make Up http://www.artwoo.com/article/the-bad-results-of-permanent-make-up http://www.artwoo.com/article/the-bad-results-of-permanent-make-up#comments Mon, 15 Jan 2007 06:27:08 +0000 weird colorsmixing colorstattooeye browsasymmetrystyherpes http://www.artwoo.com/article/the-bad-results-of-permanent-make-up tattoo make up is the answer. The permanent make up is good for busy women, women that have a flaw because of a disease or a surgery, or for those who get allergies from the make up products but want to apply make up to look their best.

So what is wrong with this picture? Why bad permanent make up can occur? The answer is in the question and the name of the procedure: "Permanent make up". Permanent is the problem, if the make up artist is not experienced enough or uses cheep products, the procedure might end up badly.

The problems that might occur:

1. Old or cheap products: The substance in the old or cheap products may be poisonous and cause damage to the skin, the damage may be permanent or treatable.

2. : There are two problems that may cause the asymmetry, first the fact that even the best artist in the market may be inaccurate, and the second is that our body and features may change in time but the permanent make up, since it's a tattoo, stays in the same spot and may become asymmetric in time.

3. : incorrect mixing of colors may cause , such as blue- green or pink-red cheeks, and more.

4. and : Herpes and sty are contagious and with no preliminary treatment they might get to other parts of the patient's body or face and even to other patients if the tools are not sterile.

5. Bleedings and diseases: Since the permanent make up is a tattoo, a sterile environment and tools are very important to use, otherwise because blood is involved some diseases may transfer.

Permanent make up is a good thing when preformed by the right experienced person with the right products. It is very important to understand that the techniques to take off the permanent make up do not get the permanent make up completely off. Therefore getting as many recommendations and getting as much information is a must. Mary Rogers professional appearance advisor http://www.bestoflook.com http://www.bestoflook.com/cosmetics/Permanent-Make-Up.aspx ]]> Your Essential Camping Checklist http://www.artwoo.com/article/your-essential-camping-checklist http://www.artwoo.com/article/your-essential-camping-checklist#comments Sat, 15 Dec 2007 06:30:01 +0000 heavy duty zipperssterile gauze padscoleman sportcatresealable plastic bagselastic bandagesportable water heaterfirst aid kit http://www.artwoo.com/article/your-essential-camping-checklist
Camping gear

1. A reliable and durable tent. Choose one that has sturdy poles, durable fabric, and sufficient ventilation to make the atmosphere inside the tent fresh and breezy.

2. Comfortable sleeping bag with insulation for cold nights.

3. A lantern and flashlight to provide you with light.

4. Catalytic heaters like the =99 Perfectemp=99 Catalytic Heater specifically designed to be used indoors or in enclosed areas such as tents.

5.

6. Ropes and strings that can be used for a variety of purposes: putting clothesline, pitching up the tent and many others.

7. Plastic bags for storage and trash.

Food and Cookware

1. Cooking utensils such as pots, pans, spatula.

2. Dining utensils like spoons, forks, knives, plates. It's a good idea to pack sporks which are a combination of spoon and fork to save space in the bags.

3. Camp stove or grill

4. Fuel for the stove

5. Meal ingredients which are previously measured at home and placed in with labels.

6. Snacks

7. Water



1. Dressings like pads, sterile eye pads, or bandages to be applied in any event of someone getting a cut or wound.

2. which are used for sprains, and pressure bandages.

3. Thermometer

4. Antiseptic/anesthetic ointment or spray

5. Anti-itch ointment

6. Medications for headache, tummy pain and fever reducers.

7. Sterile eye wash like saline which if sterile can also be used to clean wounds.

Personal Essentials

1. Cash. Be sure you have extra for any emergency expenses.

2. Identification cards. These are very important and you should never leave without them.

3. Car keys

4. Cellular phone. This is especially important if you're camping in a far away site. You should always have a means to reach someone in case of urgent situations.

5. Camera, film, batteries to capture memorable camping moments.

6. Binoculars

7. Map

8. Sufficient clothes

Hygiene Supplies

1. Soap and shampoo

2. Lotion, sunscreen and insect repellent spray to keep unwanted insects off your skin.

3. Sanitizer and alcohol

4. Towels and hankies

This checklist which seeks to help you have a memorable camping trip without failing to bring along any essential camping gear is simply a guide and may not encompass all your personal needs. That's why it is important that you add to this checklist any other items (like medications for an allergy that you have or your favourite pocketbook) that were not mentioned.

Always remember that aside from planning the camp activities, it is also imperative that you are able to plan carefully the things you have to bring. You don't want to suffer from an aching back because of an overloaded backpack or to be in the middle of the woods without the things you need most. For more tips and information about Catalytic Heaters, check out http://www.summitcampinggear.com. ]]> Finnish Sauna the Original http://www.artwoo.com/article/finnish-sauna-the-original http://www.artwoo.com/article/finnish-sauna-the-original#comments Wed, 02 Jul 2008 15:01:13 +0000 finnish saunasfinnish saunahot saunasterile environmentssauna heaterwood burning stovesfashion trend http://www.artwoo.com/article/finnish-sauna-the-original Finnish sauna is just a wooden hut, which is often heated. The Finnish sauna has been around for many centuries but it is quite hard to trace its origins.

Most Finnish people are accustomed to having saunas and these also come in many varieties. Sometimes you get the common where water is thrown over hot stones. Others are saunas that have . It is also seen that some business transactions take place in .

There are many types of etiquette in the Finnish saunas, as sometimes men and women can go into a sauna together and others won't. Most foreigners are often invited into the Finnish saunas to enjoy and share the experience with the locals.

It seems that saunas are believed to be able to help people who have breathing problems, like asthma, for instance. This is a combination of extreme heat plus extreme cold. In the winter most Finnish people will go into the very then immediately go roll in the snow or take a swim in an extremely cold river.

It is perhaps this fascination of a happy and long life image that helped bring the sauna out of Finland and into the rest of the world. Perhaps the greatest influence of Finnish saunas is the fact that they are such .

In the past, Finnish saunas were used as homes and because of their sterile nature women were able to give birth in warm places without the fear of catching any infections. For the Finnish people the sauna is popular in all seasons as there is still joy to be had in the companionship that comes from being in a sauna with friends and family.

These days you do not need to have to go Finland to get into a Finnish sauna; this is due to the fact that you too can own your own sauna. Saunas are becoming an almost , but more for their use than their actual ownership. In order for you to get the most out of your Finnish sauna you need to really try to use it quite often. It is only common sense as there is no point in spending money on something that will only leave you feeling depressed because you have not made the time to use it. Be kind to your body and it will function the way that you need it to when push comes to shove. It is always recommended that you first shower before you get into a sauna and this is not solely for hygiene reasons.

Now that you own your Finnish sauna you have to be realistic about its maintenance. This means that you have to be willing to give a good clean once in a while. Do not get caught up in the ideology of fascination of owning a sauna but in the reality of the task. There are many ways that you can achieve this maintenance.Thomas Oak writes articles for http://www.hot-sauna.com/ if you are in the market for a new Finnish sauna stop and take a look at what of all the latest information on home saunas, far infrared saunas, sauna heaters, steam saunas, sauna kits and steam saunas for your home. whether your are looking for an indoor or outdoor sauna we have what you need.]]> What You Need To Know About Doggie First Aid http://www.artwoo.com/article/what-you-need-to-know-about-doggie-first-aid http://www.artwoo.com/article/what-you-need-to-know-about-doggie-first-aid#comments Tue, 11 Apr 2006 22:00:07 +0000 dogdoggie first aidbulb syringestingergauze padstweezerssterile http://www.artwoo.com/article/what-you-need-to-know-about-doggie-first-aid dog. Just like people, dogs have accidents and need medical attention sometimes. And the thing is that sometimes there is just not time to get to the vet, that is when is so handy to know. Knowing what should go into your animal first aid kit is the key to keeping your dog alive and well no matter what happens. If you do a lot of hiking and walking in places like parks or on trails then you should also have a kit in your car for emergencies out of the home.

Most of the items in your doggie first aid kit are similar to those you have in your regular one for the family. There are however some things that need to be specialized for the animal of your life. Here are some of the basics that your first aid kit cannot do without:

Hydrogen peroxide eyewash solution made specifically for pets Roll of absorbent cotton Some cotton balls Clean, white cotton sock (to cover wounded paws) Tape Small scissors with rounded tips Instant ice pack for suctioning mucous from mouth or nose Injection syringe without the needle (to give liquid medication) Small flashlight

All of these things should fit neatly into a container that has a nice tight lid. This will help to keep everything clean and sterile no matter how long it is sitting on the shelf or in the car. It is also a good idea to have the name of the vet and his or her phone number right there on the lid so that even in a panic you will know what to do. You may even want to put the number of the local emergency animal hospital as well in case something happens early in the morning or late at night when the regular vets are all closed.

Bee stings are one of the most common of all dog injuries. It is important that you get the out right away before an infection has time to set in. This will also help to minimize any pain that your dog may be in. If you have to, restrain your dog and then use the tweezers in the first aid kit to pull out the stinger. You can then wash the area with some luke warm water and baking soda. This can help to take some of the nasty stinging away and easy the pain suffered by your dog. Ice and Benadryl will also help to keep the pain and swelling to a minimum, just make sure that you ask the vet just how much Benadryl is enough for your dog. Just like kids it is important that dogs get the right dosage when they take medications.

Never rush an injured animal. While it may be your instinct to run over and start taking care of the injury, this may spook your dog and scared animals can get a little upset. You do not want to end up with an injury as well, do you? Of course not, so take your time and let the animal know that you want to help not harm. About The Author: John Rivers is the editor of Dog Food Specialists. Find information on dog food products, and answers to dog behaviour questions. http://www.dogfoodspecialists.co.uk ]]> What Equipment a Tattooist Uses http://www.artwoo.com/article/what-equipment-a-tattooist-uses http://www.artwoo.com/article/what-equipment-a-tattooist-uses#comments Sun, 03 Aug 2008 04:43:21 +0000 tattoo needlesquality tattootattoo shopstattoo equipmenttattoo machinetattoo machinesflat configuration http://www.artwoo.com/article/what-equipment-a-tattooist-uses tattoo equipment your artist works with every day.

The first thing that you should know is that a good tattoo artist will be happy to show the tattoo equipment to you and explain how all of the things she uses help to create not only a , but a healthy result as well.

The first piece of tattoo equipment we will discuss is the autoclave. The autoclaves in are the same as the ones used at hospitals in order to sterilize surgical equipment. They use steam and pressure in order to sterilize equipment.
Autoclaves are used in tattoo shops in order to sterilize reusable equipment such as the tubes and grips of the and .

The are the pieces of equipment that most people are the most leery about when they get their first tattoo. For most tattoos, your artist will use two different machines, a liner and a shader. The tattoo machine powers the needle bar up and down so that the needles can penetrate your skin. The needle bar is controlled by the artist by a foot pedal. To answer a common question among people who are getting their first tattoo, the pedal is simply an on/off switch and doesn't increase the needle's intensity if the pedal is pushed harder.

Tattoo needles are made to be either liners or shaders. Liner needles can be one needle, for fine linework, or several needles grouped in a round configuration. Shader needles can be arranged in either a round or of anywhere from a few to several needles.

Your tattoo artist probably has a strong preference regarding the brand of ink she uses. This is because some inks will begin to break down in the skin a lot faster than others. Before beginning your tattoo, your artist will put the required amount of ink into ink caps. The artist will dip the tattoo needle into these small ink caps while doing your tattoo. When the needle penetrates the skin, a small amount of ink is deposited, creating the tattoo. The needle deposits the ink below the top layer of the skin, into the dermis. When you see a tattoo, you are actually seeing through the top layer of the skin (the epidermis) into the dermis, where the ink has been deposited during the tattoo.

In the tattoo shop you will also see a variety of other pieces of equipment and preparations, such as sterile gloves, spray bottles, ointments and soaps. These are all used in order to provide you with a quality tattoo as well as keep your tattoo equipment sterile.When you find that tattoo design that you instantly fall in love with something special happens. You feel relived as you finally found something you want to have for the rest of your life. Find that special design here: http://www.protattoodesigns.com/]]> Colonics-benefit Or Harm http://www.artwoo.com/article/colonics-benefit-or-harm http://www.artwoo.com/article/colonics-benefit-or-harm#comments Wed, 21 Feb 2007 18:27:09 +0000 colonic irrigationcolon hydrotherapycolonic procedurehigh coloniccolonicsfecal mattermucus http://www.artwoo.com/article/colonics-benefit-or-harm Colonics, also known as or , involve the use of warm, sterile water which is inserted into the rectum through a flexible tube in order to wash out waste products from the colon, the final section of the intestines.

A colonic is simply a large enema designed to cleanse the whole colon from waste products, including stored , gas, and other toxins.



Colonics are in vogue as an alternative therapy treatment but have had their share of opponents who do not advocate its use.



However there are strong advocates of the usefulness of colonics and those advocates of colonics believe that when administered utilizing sterile equipment they can be useful to rid the body of toxins built up in the colon and to restore the normal muscle activity of the colon.

The process of a colonic is not meant to be painful but there are many who feel it is indeed uncomfortable, costly and not to mention embarrassing.



During the high , which typically takes about thirty to sixty minutes, a small tube is inserted into the rectum, some clinics suggest interesting the tube up to twenty inches. This tube is then connected to a plastic hose and the hose is then connected to a colonic irrigation machine.



Purified water is allowed to flow through the hose and tubing to flush out all five feet of the colon. The infusion of water causes the muscles that line the colon to contract and expand rhythmically forcing out fecal matter, gas, and mucus through an evacuation tube that leads back to the machine.

Herbs and extracts or coffee can be added to the water to improve the efficiency of the procedure. After the first infusion of water has been expelled, the procedure is repeated until twenty to thirty gallons of water have been flushed through the bowel thoroughly washing out the colon.

Whether a colonic is for you or not is a decision only you can make.



There are many anecdotal stories the both support and negate colonics.



Only you can make the decision that is right for you. It is important to remember that currently there is no evidence that exists to support the use of colon therapy, and treatment can cause infection and mineral and electrolyte imbalances that can be dangerous. For more important information on colon cleansing be sure to visit http://www.natural-colon-health.com where you will find advice and tips on colon health, colon cleansing and how you can cleanse your entire system and increase your energy, and start feeling better. ]]> Baby Changing Stations http://www.artwoo.com/article/baby-changing-stations http://www.artwoo.com/article/baby-changing-stations#comments Mon, 13 Oct 2008 03:36:30 +0000 baby changing tablesafety precautionchoice of colorsbaby changing stationssafety strapsbaby safetybaby diaper http://www.artwoo.com/article/baby-changing-stations Baby changing stations are vital for many shopping and traveling parents. Having an area to safely change a baby's diaper should be offered to parents, especially in buildings that will have young children frequently visiting. Infant changing tables won't take up space when not in use since they are mounted on the bathroom wall and folded up.

Ergonomic Infant Diaper Stations

Molded plastic changing stations are available in various colors, including light gray, gray speckle, and ivory. Having the allows you to customize the look of the commercial baby changing station and let it blend with the rest of the bathroom's theme.

Installation Choices for Infant Tables

Baby changing units can be either recessed or surface mounted. Both are safe to hold infants and children up to a certain weight. You can choose which model to have installed depending on where you will be mounting it inside the restroom. will be included in the station as a for moving babies.

Convenient Diaper Changing Stations

Diaper changing stations are preferred by parents as they are easily accessible in commercial bathrooms. Adults that need to change a child's diaper won't want to use the floor of a commercial bathroom, but they don't want to leave the building to get to their parked car. In order to keep your customers inside your store, consider installing a in both your men's and women's restroom.

Safe and Sanitary Baby Stations

While is a major concern, health is another priority. changing stations will have designated areas for disposable liners for adults to use with each child. Diaper stations are the more sterile option that adults will choose over other less convenient methods. Instructions will be in plain sight for adults that are using the baby changing station so they can follow the directions in order to use the area safely. The chart will enable them to know the proper way to use liners and strap the child to keep him secure while always supervising the child when on the table.

Infant Changing Tables

Infant changing tables can be used with an individual's personal changing pad they may have with them. They are big enough to hold children of various weights while still having a safe area to place the items needed for a diaper change without leaving the area. Diaper stations provide parents with a safe place to change their child's diaper. Floors aren't the cleanest area to have a child lie down on and they can be dangerous in areas with high traffic. Baby changing tables allow adults to have the child kept out of the way from others that want to use the restroom.

Commercial Baby Changing Stations

With commercial baby changing stations available today, stores can easily have them mounted in both a men's or women's bathroom. Not only will you keep your customers inside the building, you will provide them with a safe and sterile area that is located in a convenient area. No matter what size bathroom you have, a recessed or surface mounted baby changing table won't take up any space when not being used. At the same time, an adult will easily spot the device when looking for an area to change a diaper.XPB Locker. Read more about baby changing stations.]]> Acne Treatment- Surgical Procedures http://www.artwoo.com/article/acne-treatment-surgical-procedures http://www.artwoo.com/article/acne-treatment-surgical-procedures#comments Sat, 15 Sep 2007 14:25:01 +0000 cystic acneacne treatmentdead skin cellschemical peelingglycolic acidcommonly usedmicrodermabrasion http://www.artwoo.com/article/acne-treatment-surgical-procedures commonly used to treat acne.

-surgical drainage



This procedure is performed on large that is full of sebum, pus, and body fluids. The doctor cuts and drains the cyst. This reduces the pain of the cyst and cures it faster. If the pus is left inside the cysts, it may hurt the deep skin and cause more scars. By draining the acne, all infection is removed and acne is treated with antibiotics to heal.

Acne Treatment-surgical extraction

Whiteheads and blackheads are extracted surgically. This extraction needs skill otherwise pores become larger. If sterile tools are not used, it can also cause infection. If done by unskilled hands with use of non-sterile equipment, it may lead to further infection and scarring. So take care. Whiteheads and blackheads should be always be extracted by experts.

Acne Treatment- other surgical procedures

Some other procedures are also used to treat acne. They are not strictly surgical but do not involve medications. , and light/laser are some of these procedures.

In chemical peeling is commonly used to remove the upper layer of dead skin. The peel is done with a mild solution of glycolic acid. The Glycolic Acid breaks the bond between the dead skin cells and fresh skin. This treatment is used to treat acne in the beginning stages. In microdermabrasion, very tiny particles are thrown at the skin at high speed to remove the dead layer of skin cells and also loosen the whiteheads and blackheads. This Procedure cannot be used on inflamed acne. It can be used at the early stages only. Different types of lasers are now used to treat acne. Laser is not a common therapy for acne and is still under testing. Blue light is commonly used to treat acne. It kills the bacteria P.acnes and reduces inflammation. Green-yellow light and heat energy are used in combination to kill the bacteria and shrink the sebaceous glands.

This article is only for informative purposes. This article is not intended to be a medical advise and it is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Please consult your doctor for your medical concerns. Please follow any tip given in this article only after consulting your doctor. The author is not liable for any outcome or damage resulting from information obtained from this article. The author CD Mohatta writes for http://www.acnedoctor.us which has comprehensive information about skin care, acne treatments, causes, medicines, myths, latest methods, etc. The author also writes quizzes for http://www.funquizcards.com and text for content in http://www.wishafriend.com ]]> Neutering or Spaying Your Cat http://www.artwoo.com/article/neutering-or-spaying-your-cat http://www.artwoo.com/article/neutering-or-spaying-your-cat#comments Fri, 08 Aug 2008 11:50:24 +0000 vet clinicsold farmersgovernor of rhode islanddogs and catsstate of rhode islandexact procedurecat owner http://www.artwoo.com/article/neutering-or-spaying-your-cat cat owners. Anyone who has a cat must spay or neuter their cat before they reach six months old. Farmers are excluded from this law. If you fail to comply with the current law there are fines.The spoke about the reasoning behind this law. The bill is necessary to ensure that a lower number of cats will be euthanized in the . Many of the cities and towns are experiencing higher than average deaths for cats because there are not enough homes for these pets. The housing and feeding costs are also at an all time high. 2004 showed 1,600 strays were caught and impounded. Of that number less than half were given homes. If a cat owner doesn't want to spay or neuter their pet they must obtain a breeder's license. This license will cost $100. The fee goes towards helping the shelters and humane societies to fund their costs. If a person fails to follow the law a fine of $75 will be instigated.

Spaying or neutering a cat or dog is a very common place procedure. Studies show that at least five surgeries are completed a day at on both . The surgery the pets must undergo, specifically cats is usually a simple procedure. However, some complications have been known to occur. This is one reason the cost of the procedure can see extremely high. Before you submit your pet to the surgery it is imperative that you discuss the procedure with your vet. The vet should detail the and the use of anesthesia. They should also mention the benefits of spaying or neutering your pet. There are several known benefits, and a few myths to dispel.

When you spay your cat or dog you are removing the uterus and ovaries. In other words spaying is the female version of sterilization. Your cat or dog will go into heat when they are not spayed. This means they have a lovable side to you and other animals. They can also have temperamental issues during this time. During the "heat" phase a cat or dog will seek a mate.Spaying doesn't yield an overweight cat.The reason the uterus is removed is inflammation can occur after a time if it is left in the body. Technically the ovaries carry the eggs, but the uterus can become infected by leaving it in the body. The surgery is usually considered minor, but complications can arise in certain pets. This is why the charge for the surgery can seem a little higher than you would normally think.

To neuter a dog or cat you are castrating them. In other words you are removing their reproductive organ that contains the sperm. The male will be sterile after this surgery because they can no longer produce sperm. There are several benefits to neutering your pet. First, they will not want to mark their territory, they won't want to breed, and they will not have issues with testosterone. Most pet owners of dogs that want a guard or hunter have found they are easier to train when they are sterile. The change in behavior is often very noticeable.

A cat or dog will not become overweight or have a significant temperament change. In fact a cat or dog that is not spayed or neutered can have temperamental issues. The hormones needed for breeding can cause the dog to behave oddly or even mark their territory. Rendering them sterilized helps with these negative feelings. So a cat or dog will not be overweight or other issues unless they have another underlying health issue or you take improper care of them. The procedure for your dog or cat should be done by the time they are 6 months old to 2 years old. You should also be prepared to administer antibiotics for about 10 days.For expert info on cats see cat flea control , cat kidney disease , cat furniture, cat tree and pet steps, dog steps. For dog health bone cancer in dogs ]]> Dragonfly Tiffany Style Lamp - A Classic Tiffany Piece http://www.artwoo.com/article/dragonfly-tiffany-style-lamp-a-classic-tiffany-piece http://www.artwoo.com/article/dragonfly-tiffany-style-lamp-a-classic-tiffany-piece#comments Tue, 22 Aug 2006 06:27:08 +0000 tiffany lamplouis tiffanycharles lewis tiffanyhome dcortiffanysdragonflysamuel clemens http://www.artwoo.com/article/dragonfly-tiffany-style-lamp-a-classic-tiffany-piece Dragonfly is one of 's best known works and perhaps represents him at the height of his creative genius. Even if Tiffany had spent his entire life designing and creating the lamps that he is best known for, the Dragonfly Tiffany lamp would still be a crowing jewel in his portfolio. The truly amazing thing about Louis Tiffany is that his infamous Dragonfly Tiffany lamp and all of his lamps were representative of but one facet of his wide-ranging and prolific career.

Born the son of , a prominent and respected jewelry retailer, Louis Tiffany had all of the advantages. Rather than be dwarfed by his father's shadow and success, Louis Tiffany set out to leave his own indelible mark upon the world. This he did, time and time again. First as an artist where he gained prominence crafting unique and coveted mosaics. Then, he began concentrating on home décor and made a mark in the world of interior design with clients like and the White House. He next turned to glass as a way to bring beauty into the home and world and began designing stained glass windows for churches and ultimately businesses and private citizens. Then, inspiration seemed to strike and he began using the scraps from his stained glass window creations to make his infamous lampshades.

Thus, creations such as the Dragonfly Tiffany lamp were just the culmination of a lifelong obsession with bringing beauty into the world and they began as scraps of opalescent glass! And yet, there is nothing that is second-hand about the Dragonfly Tiffany lamp or any of Tiffany's famed lampshades. Each and every lamp produced by Tiffany and his stable of designers was a unique piece of artwork. At a time when the rest of the world was racing forward with industrialization and attempting to mass produce anything and everything, Tiffany created pieces like the Dragonfly Tiffany lamp in sheer defiance of all conventions of the day.

What is truly interesting about the Dragonfly Tiffany lamp is the theme of the lamp itself. One of Tiffany's greatest pieces was inspired by, and paid homage to, a bug! Influenced by Japanese art and a lifelong fascination with horticulture, Tiffany turned to Nature for inspiration at the very moment the world was determined to conquer and defy it. Perhaps lamps like the Dragonfly Tiffany lamp were so popular because people were tired of the sterile, scientific nature of the mass produced world. If Tiffany was not tired of his world, he at the very least was determined to bring some beauty back into it and pieces like the Dragonfly Tiffany style lamp with their themes taken directly from Nature do just that.

And here we are, stepping across the threshold into a new millennium and poised to complete the work began by the industrialists in the 19th and 20th centuries. For perhaps the very same reasons that people first fell in love with Tiffany's Dragonfly Tiffany style lamp and other glass art creations, his work is once again bringing beauty into our homes and giving us a retreat from the sterile world. There are manufacturers of high quality Tiffany reproductions such as Dale Tiffany and Meyda Tiffany who use the same processes as the master himself to make one-of-a-kind pieces of art for your home, just like the Dragonfly Tiffany style lamp--and the world thanks these companies for bringing some beauty back into our homes! Pamela Tice is the owner of numerous lighting and home decor websites including http://www.tiffany-lamps-store.com. Her store offers product and information about http://www.tiffany-lamps-store.com/traditional-tiffany-table-lamps.html and beautiful http://www.tiffany-lamps-store.com/tiffany-lighting.html as well as stained glass windows and fireplace screens that add beauty and richness to your home. ]]> Making Your Customers Partners http://www.artwoo.com/article/making-your-customers-partners http://www.artwoo.com/article/making-your-customers-partners#comments Mon, 21 Aug 2006 12:27:37 +0000 unparalleled customer servicetechnical serviceservice repstechnical questionrobotic webbetlost http://www.artwoo.com/article/making-your-customers-partners technical service, all of our are busy...sound familiar? If your like me I've had to succumb to the inevitable world of technological advancement but somewhere along the way I (a person) have got in the shuffle.

Having to deal with auto menus and sites to place an order or ask a question has become a matrix of sterile graphics and personless decision making. I do need the product or I do need the answered but there's more to a day than just the product or the question. We all need the touch and feel and value added of interaction with people just like us. Something is amiss if we've lost the touch with others whether it's good or bad, we still need it.

Maybe I'm bragging a little but we really like to touch customers at our company. Yes we accept faxed, mailed and even orders submitted through our web site but we jump at the chance to help our customers. They're not just an order number. They are a person, with real lives, issues and problems. Quite possibly, we can help them solve some of those problems but even if we can't, we want them to remember us. Cordial, honest, bend over backwards those are the characteristics that make partners out of customers.

How many times have you ordered something over the telephone and a week later haven't the foggiest who you spoke to. I'd you a dollar to a doughnut that if that order taker had invested in you as a partner, you'd remember.

Developing customer partnerships is an investment. Sure the phone call takes a little longer...seconds maybe. What is that worth to the person on the other end? Priceless, I bet. Owner and General Manager of The Tab Store http://www.gpxtabs.com Value, Integrity, Honesty, . ]]> How President Garfield Died; Or Being Grateful For Modern Medicine, Despite The Cost http://www.artwoo.com/article/how-president-garfield-died-or-being-grateful-for-modern-medicine-despite-the-cost http://www.artwoo.com/article/how-president-garfield-died-or-being-grateful-for-modern-medicine-despite-the-cost#comments Sun, 20 Aug 2006 00:27:24 +0000 national museum of health and medicinewalter reed army medical centeralexander graham belljoseph listerunfortunatelymiscreantswalter reed army medical http://www.artwoo.com/article/how-president-garfield-died-or-being-grateful-for-modern-medicine-despite-the-cost
The tale of woe came to our attention as the result of a new exhibit at the , located on the campus of the Center. The exhibition is intended to mark the 125th anniversary of his assassination.

To begin with, the gentleman remained alive for eighty days after he was shot twice by an assassin, who will go unnamed, because we don't believe in giving publicity to such , since we think the quick notoriety encourages other deviants.

The first bullet just grazed the President's arm. The second one, however, hit the right side of his back and lodged in his torso. The display shows it penetrated his first lumbar, or lower, vertebra. Today, such a projectile would be easy enough to spot and extract. After receiving a similar shot to the body, President Reagan was up and out of the hospital in no time.

But back then it was an entirely different case. Garfield's doctors, who didn't have modern diagnostic machines to aid their vision, could not decide where the bullet was lodged. A dozen or so medical experts probed the place of penetration, often using unsterilized instruments or bare hands.

Sterile procedures had been developed by then, in the 1860's, by the British surgeon , but were not yet appreciated in the colonies.

Historians are in agreement that Garfield died, not of the bullet, but from a massive infection due to unsterile medical practices.

One desperate observer suggested that the docs should just turn the President upside down and see if the bullet would fall out.

The exhibit also includes an image of the metal detector designed by to locate the bullet. , his invention failed to detect the location of it. Historians think the reason may be that the device picked up metal coils in the President's mattress or because Mr. Bell only searched on the right side of Garfield's body, where the head physician thought the bullet was lodged.

The autopsy revealed that the fatal shot pierced his vertebra but missed the spinal cord. It had not clipped any major arteries or veins or entered any major organs. It was, in fact, stuck in adipose tissue, that is, in fat, on the left side of his back.

Dr. Ira Rutkow, a professor of surgery at the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey and also a medical historian, noted, "Garfield had such a nonlethal wound. In today's world, he would have gone home in a matter or two or three days."

In addition to causing the infection with unsterile techniques, Garfield's doctors limited his solid food intake, because they thought the bullet might have punctured his intestines.

"They basically starved him to death," Dr. Rutkow said, pointing out that the President lost over 100 pounds from the time he was shot until he died.

Sterile practice was finally widely adopted in the US in the early 1890's. The X-ray was also discovered in the 1890's.

The assassin was hanged in 1882. Even he blamed Garfield's doctors, stating, "I just shot him."

So, next time you get a big medical bill, just think of Garfield. While you can still regret the cost, thank your lucky stars for modern medicine.

When people grouse about the questionable benefits of modernity, I always remember modern medicine as one of the really positive revelations of the potential of the human race to improve its lot, the sorriest aspects of which are all too often self-inflicted. Tom Attea, humorist and creator of http://NewsLaugh.com, has had six shows produced Off-Broadway. Critics have called his writing "delightfully funny," "witty," with "great humor and ebullience" and "good, genuine laughs." ]]> Online Dating Faces Social Stigmatism http://www.artwoo.com/article/online-dating-faces-social-stigmatism http://www.artwoo.com/article/online-dating-faces-social-stigmatism#comments Sun, 26 Aug 2007 09:30:00 +0000 online dating sitesinternet datingdating siteemailpersonality testsstigmatismembarrassed http://www.artwoo.com/article/online-dating-faces-social-stigmatism embarrassed to admit that they are using the internet to find dates. For years now, there has been a certain social attached to dating through the internet. People continue to think of s as scams, pornography, and a waste of time. But the reality is that thousands of people have found real romance online, and more continue to every day. But how many of them actually admit to their friends and family that online dating is how they met their current date?

Online dating firms have sprung up all over the internet, and in fact some of them are scams. The reality of any site is that it is only successful if it has membership. The larger the member base, the better the chance of finding a compatible match. Most sites use filtering criteria to try and pair people together based on key points of interest. Beyond that, some sites actually use to try and match their clients. How is this any worse than meeting a guy at a bar?

Some analysts theorize that the real reason for the snobbery against online dating is the impersonal aspect of it. You often "meet" and have "conversations" with a potential date through and chat long before you actually talk on the phone. Critics contend that you can't really learn anything about a person through such a sterile medium. The reality is that in many cases people are more comfortable getting to know each other through the semi-anonymous nature of the internet. Online dating benefits from that anonymity.

So should you tell your friends and family? Frankly, if it's working for you why not? There's nothing to be ashamed of. Internet dating is a real, viable alternative. And the sooner the rest of your social group accepts it, the better for you and for everyone who finds happiness through a keyboard. Find out more about Online Dating Issues at http://netdatingblog.com. ]]> Discovering If Your Child Has An Urinary Tract Infection http://www.artwoo.com/article/discovering-if-your-child-has-an-urinary-tract-infection http://www.artwoo.com/article/discovering-if-your-child-has-an-urinary-tract-infection#comments Thu, 08 Mar 2007 16:27:07 +0000 urethravaginaurinary tract infections2 quartskidneysbacteriaurine sample http://www.artwoo.com/article/discovering-if-your-child-has-an-urinary-tract-infection
To determine this, an of your child will be used for tests. This sample is taken in case of very small children through a plastic collection bag or, in case of older children - by means of a container. Sometimes, a small tube introduced inside the to grant a more sterile mean to collect urine, and, other times, the most appropriate is a needle that is introduced into the bladder to ensure the purity of urine.

During the microscopic exam, or pus will be certainly identified in urine, or, in case they are difficult to see a liquid that helps multiplication of any kind of germs will make hem grow, enabling the doctor to determine the specie.

The sample should be cultivated immediately after its collection, or refrigerated, to prevent the apparition of inaccuracies.

What is the normal function of the urinary tract?

The represent a filter for the water and the wastes from the blood and they eliminate in an adult 1, 5 to of urine every day. Then, the urine is sent through the urethras and collected by the bladder. In children, the bladder can keep 1, 5 ounces of urine every year. When the urine exists in the bladder, it enters the urethra, which opens in front of the in girls and in the end of the penis in boys.

Bacteria is normally absent from the urine. Their presence indicates and produces . They enter the urinary tract through the urethra, inflaming and inflecting the bladder and producing cystitis.

Sometimes, the infections get to the kidneys, producing fever and pain, and are much more severe than these that only touch the bladder.

There are children more predisposed to such infections because of abnormalities of the urinary tract. A series of tests may provide information and solutions. For more information visit http://www.treatingurinarytractinfection.com ]]> Discovering If Your Child Has An Urinary Tract Infection http://www.artwoo.com/article/discovering-if-your-child-has-an-urinary-tract-infection http://www.artwoo.com/article/discovering-if-your-child-has-an-urinary-tract-infection#comments Tue, 24 Apr 2007 13:20:02 +0000 urine sampleurethraurinary tract infections2 quartskidneysbacteriasmall children http://www.artwoo.com/article/discovering-if-your-child-has-an-urinary-tract-infection
To determine this, an of your child will be used for tests. This sample is taken in case of very through a plastic collection bag or, in case of older children - by means of a container. Sometimes, a small tube introduced inside the to grant a more sterile mean to collect urine, and, other times, the most appropriate is a needle that is introduced into the bladder to ensure the purity of urine.

During the microscopic exam, or pus will be certainly identified in urine, or, in case they are difficult to see a liquid that helps multiplication of any kind of germs will make hem grow, enabling the doctor to determine the specie.

The sample should be cultivated immediately after its collection, or refrigerated, to prevent the apparition of inaccuracies.

What is the normal function of the urinary tract?

The represent a filter for the water and the wastes from the blood and they eliminate in an adult 1, 5 to of urine every day. Then, the urine is sent through the urethras and collected by the bladder. In children, the bladder can keep 1, 5 ounces of urine every year. When the urine exists in the bladder, it enters the urethra, which opens in front of the vagina in girls and in the end of the penis in boys.

Bacteria is normally absent from the urine. Their presence indicates and produces . They enter the urinary tract through the urethra, inflaming and inflecting the bladder and producing cystitis.

Sometimes, the infections get to the kidneys, producing fever and pain, and are much more severe than these that only touch the bladder.

There are children more predisposed to such infections because of abnormalities of the urinary tract. A series of tests may provide information and solutions. For more information visit http://www.treatingurinarytractinfection.com ]]> Modern Hybrid Canna Lily Improvement http://www.artwoo.com/article/modern-hybrid-canna-lily-improvement http://www.artwoo.com/article/modern-hybrid-canna-lily-improvement#comments Wed, 13 Sep 2006 10:27:08 +0000 canna liliesluther burbankhybridscannasbotanistspfitzerlush http://www.artwoo.com/article/modern-hybrid-canna-lily-improvement cannas that are technically referred to by as "species." Canna wild species produced large leaves that were fast growing with a tropical appearance in the landscaped garden. The flowers of wild canna species were small and in gardening circles were viewed as of insignificant notice as a garden subject except for the leaves that were highly valued in exotic landscape setting. The flowers were colorful but small and of short duration. The wild canna species were easily inter-crossed to combine widely variable genetic characteristics, until in the year, 1870, Monsieur Crozy inter-crossed an undisclosed number of wild species, that resulted in a celebrated hybrid that he named after his wife, Madame Crozy. called this matching of genetic material the beginning of modern canna , after which Burbank and another plant hybridizer, Wilheim , also entered their own charming canna hybrids.

Luther Burbank, the notable American botanist and prolific hybridizer, was well aware of the phenomenon of back crossing various related , and he was determined to achieve a rapid advancement in hybrid vigor by a recombination of desirable and variable plant genetic characteristics. From this large pool of variations in canna lilies, such as color, size, vigor, insect and disease resistance and cold hardiness, the plant breeder could select outstanding canna flower and leaf hybrids to market as newly named cultivars in the world of horticulture. The fact that a cross between two wild species from different continents resulted in sterile canna hybrids was also noted by Luther Burbank and was considered an advantage. When canna hybrids result in fertile (seed producers) cultivars, the plants energy is focused on seed production, and the blooming process will slow down or completely stop. Gardeners want plants that will flower continuously, and therefore, sterile canna hybrids are more desirable than seed producers. It appears that the crossing of widely divergent canna species will usually produce sterile canna offspring.

If a canna plant is a non-seed producer, it is said to be sterile, however, it may only be considered sterile when examined as a female seed producer, but frequently the pollen (male) from a "so called", sterile male canna species and a backcross onto a fertile female may result in further hybridization with increased hybrid vigor. Those canna offspring may be either seed producers or non-seed producers. This fact was well understood and applied by Luther Burbank who introduced vast improvements in American horticultural crops of flowers, fruits, grains, and vegetables.

Luther Burbank noted in his book, Flowers, Vol VIII, page 41, one of his eight volumes of horticultural writings: "Just now white cannas of very good quality are appearing and every desirable quality in plant and quality are being brought forth."

It was reported on page 33 that Burbank's hybrid canna "Tarrytown" won the grand gold medal, at the Pan-American Exposition in Buffalo, N.Y. as the best canna exhibited at the time.

This canna had a special feature of flowers that dropped to the ground unlike "many canna lilies that tended to hold their blossoms, thus having an untidy appearance." Burbank crossed the Crozy canna, a large flower with varying color (yellow and orange) with Canna flaccida, a native yellow canna flower with large flowers that are not long lasting.

This native Canna flaccida was discovered growing by William Bartram in 1773, the early American explorer and writer, growing in salt water ditches near Fort Frederica, Ga. On the island on St. Simon's as reported on page 153 of his book, Travels, "What can equal the rich golden flowers of the Canna lutea," today identified and renamed, Canna flaccida, "which ornaments the banks of yon serpentine rivulet, meandering, over the meadows?" Canna flaccida still flourishes in salt water ditches there and on the black banks river near the Cloister Hotel at Sea Island, Ga., where it grows near the water beautifully, being used as an ornamental in many yards as a marsh garden plant. These native plants appear to have no insect or disease problems. Mature seeds from the golden-yellow flowers fall into the water and float downstream to establish new canna colonies. Canna flaccida will grow in ordinary gardens if adequate water in available.

William Bartram also reported in Travels, page 424, that he found a native Indian canna with small scarlet flowers that grow up to 9 feet in height, then identified as Canna indica. Many southern gardens today still grow this vigorous clumping canna giant as a privacy hedge. Seed pods are many and this canna is readily crossed with the pollen of hybrid non-seed producing cannas. This plant appears to have a high resistance to bugs and disease. Several reports of Canna indica in the literature do not appear to be the same Canna indica, as described by Bartram in 1773 growing at Mobile, Alabama. An excellent drawing of Canna indica (wild Indian canna) is located on page 218 of Bartram's, Travels. Luther Burbank does not report whether he used Canna indica in his hybridizations, as he had used Canna flaccida (Canna lutea) in his hybridization of the gold medal prize winner at the Pan American Exhibition in Buffalo, N.Y. In 1901, that he called, "Tarrytown," was judged the best canna shown.

Thousands of canna cultivars have been introduced into the world of gardening. It has been quite easy to produce new canna cultivars, for instance, if a dusting of pollen is placed on the female part of a canna flower a seed pod can be formed with several seed, and if multiple flowers of canna plants are pollinated, multiple seed pods can be formed. Any gardener can perform this simple procedure of seed production.

For many years gardeners allowed the canna seed to dry, turning black, and a hard shell eventually developed that would prevent the seed from germinating into a plant unless an iron file had been used to open a hole in the round seed about the size of an olive seed to initiate germination. If a file was not used it might take two years for the canna seed to sprout normally. A technique has been developed that avoids the cumbersome seed germination procedures of the past. The seed pods are harvested as soon as the outside green cells begin to change color to yellowish. The seed inside will vary in color from green to light brown or beige, and should be soaked overnight in a solution of fungicide to control rot. The seed then can be placed in a small cloth bag and allowed to be drenched in running water for 12 hours. If these seed are then soaked for another hour in fungicide and are placed in a flat pan at a sunny warm location they will begin sprouting in a few days. As soon as the seed sprout they may be individually transferred into separate containers to grow, and after the first leaves appear a mixture of miracle-grow will rapidly mature the sprouting seed into flowering plants. TyTy has been successful in growing flowering canna plants only 60 days after sprouting the seed. It is very interesting that when leaved canna plants are crossed, about 25% of the seed will grow into red leaf canna hybrids. This red leaf color is apparent only a few days after sprouting.

It is of great interest to the gardening public that new canna cultivars should feature flowers that fall to the ground after a day or two to be replaced by fresh opening blooms that leave the plant with a fresh appearance, otherwise, withered brown flowers are unpleasant to the eyes of most gardeners. Amateur hybridizers should also keep in mind that most gardeners do not want to experience a canna that must be continuously cared for or nursed, requiring spraying, constant watering or dead-heading.

The popularity of canna lilies has been apparent from the huge plantings at the U.S. Capitol and The White House grounds; serous plantings at Disney in California and Orlando, Fl, and extensive landscapes along U.S. Interstate highways and in city boulevards and parks. Patrick A. Malcolm, owner of TyTy Nursery, has an M.S. degree in Biochemistry and has cultivated canna lilies for over three decades. http://www.tytyga.com ]]> How To Effectively And Gently Pop A Pimple http://www.artwoo.com/article/how-to-effectively-and-gently-pop-a-pimple http://www.artwoo.com/article/how-to-effectively-and-gently-pop-a-pimple#comments Thu, 05 Oct 2006 16:27:04 +0000 pimplepopgauze padssqueezefacial areaacneshastens http://www.artwoo.com/article/how-to-effectively-and-gently-pop-a-pimple Popping a without professional assistance still remains controversial. Squeezing a pimple on your own may or may not cause scarring. Some people attest that it the healing of their and no scars appear. As always, there is a different solution for every skin type and acne type. You really don't need some professional surgical tools to pop a zit. It is something you can do at home on your own time.

If you are one of those people who want to rely on self-treatment rather than getting someone else do the pop their pimple for them and do away with the high dermatologist's fees, here are some tips on how to gently and effectively pimples in your .

•Never try to pop a pimple beneath the surface of your facial area. Whiteheads and pustules can be squeezed but papules and blackheads should remain untouched. Be sure to pop acnes that appear to have "heads".

•Before trying to squeeze a pimple, take a bath or wash your face to soften it and to remove dirt or make up on your skin.

•Make sure that your hands are clean. Wash them thoroughly to prevent possible infection.

•Have two sterilize ready. Get each one of them for both of your hands and apply gentle pressure on the pimple.

•Use the gauze pads to remove the pus. Never use your fingernails or your bare fingers. After the white stuff has been squeezed out gently remove it with a clean tissue.

•See to it that the white stuff of your pimple can be easily taken out with a gentle squeeze. If you have a hard time doing so, do not force to pop them out as they may be still imbedded deep in your skin and trying to squeeze them out would just cause scarring.

•If you have a pimple that is hard to squeeze out, make a salt solution by mixing half a cup of warm water and teaspoon of salt. Apply the solution to the affected area using sterile gauze for about five to ten minutes. They would usually come off easily when you try to pop them again after several days. Jason Rickard is the owner of http://www.yourfavouriteshop.com - Offering White Noise and Relaxation CDs - Visit http://www.hapahapa.com for more articles ]]> The Dangers Of Colon Cleansing? http://www.artwoo.com/article/the-dangers-of-colon-cleansing http://www.artwoo.com/article/the-dangers-of-colon-cleansing#comments Sun, 29 Apr 2007 07:00:00 +0000 colon cleansingcolon hydrotherapyalmighty cleansecopious amountslarge intestinedouble blind studyfortunately http://www.artwoo.com/article/the-dangers-of-colon-cleansing colon cleansing comes up, some people are quick to condemn the various methods and trivialize the results before they have all the facts. The truth is, that although colon cleansing is a relatively new idea, and one that has not yet been "scientifically" proven, the number of people who have reported positive results from cleansing cannot be ignored.

Critics often state that colon cleansing is completely ineffective. While it is true that the benefits of cleansing have never been proven in a double-blind study, many people have reported positive results after just one cleanse. Those who cleanse regularly often report even more outstanding successes. There is simply no easy way to dismiss the stories of people who have cleansed and experienced dramatic and sudden improvements in their health.

Others claim that colon cleansing is unnecessarily expensive, but a treatment like is actually very inexpensive, costing a little more than fifty cents per day.

It is true, however, that some cleansing regimes may present a certain degree of danger. This is because they are occasionally conducted in less than sterile conditions, which can lead to complications from bacterial infections. Therapies like , for example, which relies on pumping of water and/or chemicals into the and then pumping out the fecal matter and water through another tube, lend themselves to the threat of contamination. In addition, this method may also be responsible for altering the chemical balance in the colon, which can lead to electrolyte deficiencies.

, there are other methods of colon cleansing which are non-invasive and provide the same results. These methods generally rely on natural ingredients that provide gentle and effective purification. Performed regularly in the comfort of your own home, this method of colon cleansing is an excellent way to get the benefits of cleansing, without the risks of hydrotherapy. Sharon Holt is a health and nutrition writer, focusing on alternative therapies. She recommends Allmighty Cleanse (http://www.getalmightycleanse.com) as her preferred method of colon cleansing. ]]> Collecting Vinyl Records- A Passion For Sound http://www.artwoo.com/article/collecting-vinyl-records-a-passion-for-sound http://www.artwoo.com/article/collecting-vinyl-records-a-passion-for-sound#comments Sun, 01 Jul 2007 09:15:00 +0000 music reproductionconverselyvinyl recordway musicdigitized worldenjoyable hobbyreproduction format http://www.artwoo.com/article/collecting-vinyl-records-a-passion-for-sound vinyl records.



For some it is an , recapturing a part of their youth. Yet for others, collecting vinyl records is a passion, as they scour the online web sites, record conventions, garage and rummage sales and small resale shops to secure their favorite records and add to their collecting collage of vinyl.

However, if you were to ask them why records are so appealing most will tell you it is the sound of vinyl that is the most enjoyable. They may be tired of the sterile of a cd or digitized download. You will hear the term, "vinyl just has a warmer sound" or that they love the experience, an almost ritualistic pattern that is involved in playing a vinyl record.

But I think the best way to describe the sound that vinyl exudes is an analogy I like to use. A vinyl record is like a "fingerprint" of the recorded music. There is a clearness and clarity to the music, and the sound is actually captured and etched into the grooves of the records. , digital sound is like a copy of that "fingerprint" and something is lost when the music is compressed into 1's and 0's, or what I refer to as "binary sound."

Now, this phenomenon may be satisfactory to some and the CD certainly has its place as a musical format. In our throw away society, CD's offer convenience and a method to play music that the vinyl record cannot offer. But "binary sound," to me, is just too clear- you are missing important elements of the recorded sound, sounds that the artist who recorded the music wanted you to hear.

In our there are compelling arguments for whatever sound a person chooses. But you will never take the vinyl lover out of me. Copyright 2007-Robert Benson Author Robert Benson writes about rock/pop music and operates http://www.collectingvinylrecords.com, where you can secure your copy of his ebook called "The Fascinating Hobby Of Vinyl Record Collecting." Robert can be contacted at robert@collectingvinylrecords.com ]]>