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Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. spent his life working tirelessly toward a dream of equality and opportunity for all. He challenged us to help build a more perfect union and live up to the purpose and potential of America. Most importantly, he recognized the power of the individual to make a difference.

“Everybody can be great, because everybody can serve.” – Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

January 17, 2011 marks the 25th anniversary of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day’s designation as a federal holiday, a time for neighborhoods and communities to come together to honor, celebrate, and further the dream of a supremely inspirational human being.

Learn about the MLK Day of Service and more:

Read: Honoring and Furthering The Dream of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

Portrait of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. by Betsy G. Reyneau, National Archives and Records Administration

Complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) is a term used to describe medical and health care practices and products that are not generally considered to be part of conventional medicine. Complementary medicines are used in conjunction with — and alternative medicines are used in place of — conventional medicine. The 2007 National Health Interview Survey indicated that 38 percent of adults use CAM.

What falls under the definition of CAM…

Read the article:

Paying for Complementary and Alternative Medicines: Health Insurance and CAM

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Bed bugs are the stuff of nightmares, and they are making a comeback in the United States.

International travel, places that have a high turnover of guests (homeless shelters, hotels, dorms, hospitals) and the ability to easily travel between hotel rooms and apartments are all contributing factors in the bed bug’s resurgence.

These bloodsucking bugs are expert travelers, hitching rides on purses, suitcases, and clothing. The pesky little devils can travel 100 feet in a single night, but they tend to stay within eight feet of where humans sleep.

What are bed bugs, how do you get them, and how do you get rid of them?

Read the story:

Return of the Bed Bug (with video)

Photo from U.S. Centers for Disease Control, Photographer: Piotr Naskrecki

Natural Choice Directory, also known as The Healthy Pages, is a collection of businesses and resources that promote an environment-friendly, health and spiritually conscious lifestyle.

My first blog post there is a nod to our animal companions. October is a big month for animals and rescuing a shelter pet just might prove to be one of the most positive, life-changing decisions you’ve ever made.

Read the article and share your pet adoption stories:

Rescue a Shelter Pet and Get Rescued in Return

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