Article at a Glance Study shows that overall violence in movies has doubled since 1950, and gun violence has tripled since 1985. Movies that were given an R-rating in the 80’s would probably now only receive a PG-13 rating. Parents are encouraged to do their homework on a movie or video game before their kids … Continue reading “Study: PG-13 Movies Today Have More Violence than R-Rated Movies in the 80’s”
Article at a Glance The bacteria that causes respiratory tract infections, strep throats, and ear infections survive longer than originally thought. The bacteria creates a biofilm that can allow it to live weeks or even months. Our best defense is washing our hands frequently. New research shows that the two common bacteria that cause respiratory … Continue reading “Study Shows that Bacteria Can Survive on Objects Longer than Formerly Believed”
Article at a Glance Report finds that antibiotics are being over prescribed for upper respiratory infections in children. Overusing antibiotics creates infectious organisms that are resistant to antibiotics. Antibiotics only work on bacteria, not viruses. Using an antibiotic on a virus is not only unhelpful but can cause harmful side effects. Whether or not an … Continue reading “Report Cautions Doctors About Prescribing Antibiotics for Children”
These are not only healthy, but easy on the budget. They taste like traditional sloppy joe’s, and the lentils have a similar texture to eating saucy ground beef. To save time you can even cook the lentils ahead of time and keep them in the freezer. Ingredients 1 tsp. oil 1 small onion, chopped 2 … Continue reading “Sloppy Lentil Joes”
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