Articles written by R.H. Sheldon
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Meditation Benefits May Include Bigger Brain
UCLA study indicates that one of the benefits of meditation might be larger volumes of gray matter in the parts of the brain that regulate emotions and control responses.
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Death Rate of Uninsured Americans
Harvard study reveals that the death rate of uninsured US adults aged 17 through 64 is much higher than for those adults who have private health insurance.
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HIV Treatment Can Prevent Development of AIDS
UNAIDS provides valuable facts on how HIV antiretroviral therapy can prevent the development of AIDS in HIV-positive people so they can live longer, healthier lives.
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Poll Shows Worldwide Fear Over Climate Change
A recent BBC/GlobeScan poll of 24,071 people in 23 countries shows that climate fears are on the rise - with 64% saying that climate change is a "very serious problem."
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Changing the Lives of Honduran Children
In 2007, musician Ellen Finn moved to Copan Ruinas and founded Project School Supplies, a grassroots organization that improves schools and students' quality of life.
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Protecting Human Health from Climate Change
Experts on health and climate change convene to help develop recommendations on how to prioritize health research and risk management in the face of climate change.
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Millions of Children Worldwide Living with HIV
Nearly 1200 children are infected with HIV each day, many of whom end up as orphans - along with millions of other children who have lost their parents to HIV/AIDS.
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New HIV Infections Cut by 17% Since 2001
Report from the World Health Organization and Joint United Nations Programme on HIV/AIDS confirms that HIV infection rate has dropped significantly in past eight years.
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10 Facts About Treating and Preventing HIV/AIDS
The World Health Organization provides valuable information about HIV/AIDS - one of the most significant public health challenges across the globe.
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Preventing H1N1 Swine Flu Infection
According to the World Health Organization, six easy and inexpensive steps can be taken to minimize the chances of contracting the H1N1 virus.
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The Oregon Garden in the U.S. Pacific Northwest
Set in the rolling hills of Willamette Valley, the Oregon Garden offers a stunning array of plants, forests, sculptures, fountains, reflecting pools, and walking paths.
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Seven Habits of Highly Effective Tech Writers
Those longing to break into technical writing - or those wanting to employ more professional standards in their work - can go a long way by adopting these seven habits.
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Amtrak Cascades Sails across Northwest U.S.
Amtrak Cascades route uses Talgo trains to provide rail service between Eugene, Oregon and Vancouver, Canada, with stops in Portland, Seattle, and other Northwest cities.
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Report Outlines Impact of Climate Change on U.S.
The U.S. Global Change Research Program releases a report describing climate change impacts on the U.S. and how the country might mitigate and adapt to the changes.
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Health Sector Donates Millions to U.S. Congress
Health providers, insurers, and pharmaceutical companies contribute record amounts to politicians - with Democrats receiving more than Republicans in last election cycle.
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Sexual Assault and Harassment in U.S. Reserves
The high rate of sexual harassment and assault in the U.S. Reserves contributes to depression, somatic symptoms, medical conditions, and a greater risk of PTSD.
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San Francisco's Grace Cathedral
With its stone labyrinths and towering spires, Grace Cathedral welcomes visitors from around the world to pray, view art, listen to music, and savor the serenity.
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Solar Living Institute Offers Green Job Training
The Solar Living Institute helps California address the challenges in climate change and energy consumption, while providing essential skills to at-risk young adults.
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Point Reyes National Seashore Has It All
Just north of San Francisco, on the western edge of Marin County, Point Reyes National Seashore provides an abundance of outdoor activities amid spectacular surroundings.
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Health Care Costs Soar for Insured U.S. Workers
A family of four covered by employer-sponsored health insurance now incurs $16,771 per year in medical expenses, which represents a 7.4% increase over 2008 costs.
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Energy Use Remains High in the Northwest USA
Northwest states of the USA spent an all-time high of $30 billion on fossil fuel in 2008 and used the equivalent of two gallons of gasoline per person per day.
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The High Cost of Cancer
Private health insurance fails to protect many cancer patients from huge medical debt and can affect their ability to access care.
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Morning Glory Cottage at Point Reyes
Nestled between Point Reyes National Seashore and the Olema Marsh, Morning Glory Cottage offers a slice of paradise amid sheep, ducks, hens, and one very proud rooster.
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U.S. Health System Receives Failing Grades
The Commonwealth Fund's scorecard on the U.S. health system finds broad evidence of inefficient and inequitable care, as the overall system continues to lose ground.
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Monaco Declaration Warns of Ocean Acidification
As the oceans absorb more CO2, the water's chemistry is beginning to shift, which could severely impact marine organisms, food webs, fisheries, and biodiversity.
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Buddhism and the Four Limitless Qualities
Pema Chödrön stresses the importance of the four limitless qualities to help dissolve the barriers that perpetuate the suffering of all living creatures.
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Buddhism and the Message of Impermanence
The Buddha's message of impermanence can reveal many truths and lead to a fundamental understanding of the nature of the universe.
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The Buddha's Four Nutriments
According to Buddhist monk Thich Nhat Hanh, people who look deeply can discover the nutriments that feed them, nutriments that can lead to happiness or suffering.
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Climate Change Irreversible for 1000 Years
Human-induced climate change can lead to a millennium of higher atmospheric temperatures, lower dry-season rainfall, and increased land loss as oceans continue to rise.
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Buddhist Meditation and the Practice of Shamatha
Thich Nhat Hanh believes that meditation must include shamatha - stopping, calming, and resting - for individuals, communities, and nations to achieve a state of healing.
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Ocean pH Dropping 10 Times Faster than Predicted
New study indicates that ocean acidification is accelerating in some regions at a greater-than-expected rate, leading to possible shifts in specie habitats.
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World's Ice Melting Faster than Ever
Latest research paints a grim picture of receding glaciers, melting ice shelves, and dried-up rivers - leaving millions around the globe without water.
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Oregon's Northwest Forests at Risk
Over 200 species of plants and animals in the Tillamook Rainforest and North Coast regions face loss of habitat and the impacts of industry and agriculture.
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Medicinal Plants in Danger
The Center for Biological Diversity reports that about 15,000 medicinal plants across the globe are at risk from habitat destruction, overharvesting, and big business.
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Five Favorite Seattle Restrooms
Seattle might be known for its rain and coffee, but it's the public restrooms that have got folks talking, especially five that rank among their favorites.
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Autumn in the Pacific Northwest
For those in search of solitary riversides, serene hiking trails, and extraordinary vistas, there's no place like the Northwest's Cascade Mountains in the fall.
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Sick, Uninsured and Drowning in Debt
In 2007, nearly 116 million adults aged 19-64 had no health insurance, were underinsured, struggled with medical debts, or could not afford necessary health care.
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Medical Bankruptcy Epidemic
Since the year 2000, out-of-pocket health care costs have driven millions of Americans to financial ruin, including those covered by health insurance.
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Underinsured in America
As premiums, deductibles, and co-pays rise, the underinsured either go in debt or forego needed treatment, adding more strain to an already overtaxed health care system.
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Health Care for U.S. Congress
While over 46 million Americans remain uninsured and millions more underinsured, members of Congress receive health-related services that many in the U.S. will never see.
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Sustainable Agriculture
Sustainable farming offers a vision for the 21st century based on land stewardship and economic justice, without depleting resources or polluting the environment.
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San Francisco's Telegraph Hill
Soaring high above San Francisco, Telegraph Hill offers astonishing views of the city and the Bay, as wild parrots screech and the scent of eucalyptus fills the air.
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Oregon's Silver Falls State Park
Nestled in the Cascade foothills, Silver Falls offers over 9,000 acres of lush forests, 25 miles of multi-use trails, and 10 of the Northwest's most stunning waterfalls.
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Beetles Attack Crater Lake Trees, South Oregon
As the climate changes and temperatures rise, the whitebark pines in Crater Lake National Park grow increasingly susceptible to mountain pine beetle infestations.
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The Chanric Inn at Napa Valley
The Chanric Inn breaks the B&B mold with elegant rooms, three-course brunches, concierge service, and couples massage - all in the lush, romantic setting of Napa Valley.
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Going Green at boon hotel + spa
Surrounded by towering redwoods and glistening hillsides, boon hotel + spa offers a peaceful green oasis close to wine country, Pacific shores, and the Russian River.
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Scientist Describes Ocean Acidification Risk
Dr. Richard A. Feely told a U.S. government subcommittee that predicted changes in ocean chemistry from the absorption of carbon dioxide could pose significant risks.
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