DIANE'S CORNER ... Celebrate World Hepatitis Day
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Hepatitis is a disease characterized by the inflammation of the liver. There are 5 main hepatitis viruses, referred to as types A, B, C, D and E. These 5 types are of greatest concern because of the burden of illness and death they cause and the potential for outbreaks and epidemic spread. In particular, types B and C lead to chronic disease in hundreds of millions of people and, together, are the most common cause of liver cirrhosis and cancer.

In 2010 the World Health Organization made World Hepatitis Day one of only four official disease-specific world health days, to be celebrated each year on the 28th July. Millions of people across the world now take part in World Hepatitis Day, to raise awareness about viral hepatitis, and to call for access to treatment, better prevention programs and government action.

The theme for 2016’s global campaign is ELIMINATION. 2016 was a pivotal year for viral hepatitis. At the World Health Assembly in May, WHO Member States are set to adopt the first ever Elimination Strategy for Viral Hepatitis, with ambitious targets and a goal to eliminate hepatitis as a public health threat by 2030. This will be the first time national governments sign up and commit to the goal of eliminating viral hepatitis. There are plenty of different groups that you can join and volunteer with to help out with your local hepatitis patients.

You could also take care of your liver today, eat and drink some healthy things. There are also herbs that are good for cleansing your liver, such as Burdock, chicory, dandelion, and milk thistle. They can be used on a daily basis, and if consumed before meals they can enhance digestion. Some good foods for your liver are lemons, beets and beet tops, turmeric, garlic, avocados, artichokes, apples, and leafy green veggies like chard, kale and collards, broccoli, and cabbage.

Keep in mind you are trying to clean your body of toxins and wastes so it doesn’t make sense to consume heavy unhealthy foods and drinks while cleansing. We advise eating light, raw fruits and vegetables, especially those above, the first and last day of cleansing with fresh juice and tea during the middle 3-5 days. Just by consuming all the liquid we recommend with the program including the tea, potassium broth and fresh juices, you will literally flush the liver out.

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Word of the Day

juxtaposition

Definition:

(noun) The act of positioning close together (or side by side).

Synonyms:

apposition, collocation

Usage:

The juxtaposition of the skyscraper and the brick townhouse had a curious effect, and from a distance the cozy home looked like a dollhouse.

Idiom of the Day

jungle telegraph

— An informal means of communication or information, especially gossip. Used most commonly in the phrase "hear (something) on the jungle telegraph." (Analogous to "hear (something) through the grapevine.") Primarily heard in UK.

History

Malcolm Lowry (1909)

Lowry was an English writer known for his articulation of the spiritual desolation of the modern individual. His reputation rests on the semi-autobiographical 1947 novel Under the Volcano. Set in Mexico—from which Lowry was once deported—it recounts the last day of a dispirited, alcoholic, former British consul. Though critically praised, it received popular recognition only after Lowry's death—probably from the effects of alcoholism—at 47.

Crop Over

This harvest festival in Barbados was originally celebrated in the 1800s by slaves at the end of the sugar-cane harvest. Today, Crop Over is a civic celebration which takes place during the last three weeks of July and usually ends on the first Monday in August. There are historical displays, craft shows, fairs, open-air concerts, calypso music and dancing, and "stick licking"—a self-defense sport similar to fencing. The first Monday of August is the finale, known as the Kadooment, which includes the judging of costumed bands at the National Stadium and a grand calypso procession.

Researchers Found What We Leave on our Mobile Phones

Researchers found that we leave, “molecular lifestyle signatures,” on our mobile phones. But some forensic scientists and legal experts question whether such information could ever be used in court.

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Your Phone Carries Chemical Clues About You, but There Are Limits to Using Them

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1750 - Johann Sebastian Bach died after an unsuccessful eye operation.
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Image result for 1865 - The American Dental Association proposed its first code of ethics.

1865 - The American Dental Association proposed its first code of ethics.

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1896 - The city of Miami, FL, was incorporated.

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1933 - The first singing telegram was sent. It was given to Rudy Vallee on his 32nd birthday.

Image result for 1939 - Judy Garland recorded "Over the Rainbow."

Image result for 1939 - Judy Garland recorded "Over the Rainbow."

1939 - Judy Garland recorded "Over the Rainbow."

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Image result for 1942 -received a patent for a coin-operated mailbox. The device stamped envelopes when money was inserted.

1942 - L.A. Thatcher received a patent for a coin-operated mailbox. The device stamped envelopes when money was inserted.

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Image result for 1951 - The Walt Disney film "Alice in Wonderland" was released.

1951 - The Walt Disney film "Alice in Wonderland" was released.

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1982 - San Francisco, CA, became the first city in the U.S. to ban handguns.

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Image result for 2000 - Kathie Lee Gifford made her final appearance as co-host of the ABC talk show "Live with Regis and Kathie Lee."

2000 - Kathie Lee Gifford made her final appearance as co-host of the ABC talk show "Live with Regis and Kathie Lee."

Image result for 2006 - Researchers announced that two ancient reptiles had been found off Australia. The Umoonasaurus and Opallionectes were the first of their kind to be found in the period soon after the Jurassic era.

Image result for 2006 - Researchers announced that two ancient reptiles had been found off Australia. The Umoonasaurus and Opallionectes were the first of their kind to be found in the period soon after the Jurassic era.

2006 - Researchers announced that two ancient reptiles had been found off Australia. The Umoonasaurus and Opallionectes were the first of their kind to be found in the period soon after the Jurassic era.

DAILY SQU-EEK

If You Were Born Today, July 28

Your manner is unmistakably warm, and you are an emotional, leading, and magnetic person. Creative fields work well for you. You are talented at bringing harmony to the world around you. While for the most part adaptable, you are also determined and quite organized. With loved ones, you might sometimes seem a little controlling, as you often feel you know what’s best for them. However, it’s not about needing to rule the roost. Rather, true care is behind it. You have a very strong sense of responsibility, which can at times lead you to worry a little too much. Famous people born today: Beatrix Potter, Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis, Jim Davis, Sally Struthers, Elizabeth Berkley, Lori Loughlin.

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1.

Bon Ton Roulet 2017

Jul 22-29, 2017 | Geneva, NY

The Bon Ton Roulet takes place over the course of seven days around the Finger Lakes Region of New York. This bicycle tour has stunning views throughout farmland, above lakes, and through gorges. Riders get hooked up with camping accommodations, breakfasts, dinners, entertainment, and more during their seven-day journey.

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2.

Bedford County Fair 2017

Jul 23-29, 2017 | Pittsburgh, PA

Bedford County Fair|108 Telegraph Rd
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Family fun can be found in spades in south central Pennsylvania at the Bedford County Fair. Whether you’re knee-high to a cricket or spouting dad jokes, there’s something for everyone at the fair. There are dozens of carnival rides, games, motorsports, farm animals to pet, unique artwork and plenty of other ways to enjoy your time with the family.

further information: Bedford County Fair

3.

Nebraska Star Party 2017

Jul 23-28, 2017 | Valentine, NE

Merritt Reservoir’s Snake Campground|101-199 West 2nd Street

Held on the scenic shores of the Merritt Reservoir in Valentine, Nebraska, the Nebraska Star Party invites guests to take a guided tour through the stars and constellations of the Milky Way. Run by experts in the field of astronomy, this viewing event is considered one of the nation’s finest stargazing gatherings. Guests are also invited to camp out for the entirety of the event and explore the surrounding beaches, go fishing and tube or canoe down the river.

further information: Schedule – Nebraska Star Party

Pictures of the day

Centaurea jacea is a species of herbaceous perennial plantin the genus Centaurea found in dry meadows and open woodland throughout Europe. It grows to 10–80 centimetres (4–31 in) tall, and flowers mainly from June to September.

THE EXTRAORDINARY LAND-WALKING OCTOPUS

OF NORTHERN AUSTRALIA