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A TRAUMA SCENE AND WHAT IT MEANS

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Imagine, you just went to the mall with a friend and had a wonderful time .    You are making your way to your car and this scene is in front of you. What could possibly have gone wrong? Let us explain a trauma scene. When an accident happens, such as above, specific actions are  taken to care for the injured and take them to a place of safety.   Typically, 911 is called and skilled staff arrive on scene to treat  and transfer the injured to the Emergency Room. This would be called a trauma scene.  

AED EXPLAINED

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AED EXPLAINED The AED is a simple but important piece of equipment that may be used by both medical personnel and the general public. It is considered to be life saving.  It is important for the layperson to understand its performance and how to use it correctly.  The AED can be used in an aircraft, a shopping mall or church. Non- medical personnel would have to receive training to use  this device correctly.  

VENICE AND ITS ISLANDS

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VENICE  Millions of tourists make their way to northeastern Italy to visit these islands. It is estimated that Venice is comprised of more than one hundred islands.These islands are joined together by bridges. Cars are not allowed on the islands of Venice.Water taxis taxis and  gondolas are  popular means of transportation.  

VENICE AND ITS FASCINATION

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What a fascination! Yes, it is picturesque. Its waterways,  water taxis, quaint shops and restaurants on the waters' edge, all add to its fascination.

THE SALT STORY

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 WHY IS SALT SO IMPORTANT? Salt as we know it, is a very simple commodity. It is not only essential to the body's survival, but also used as in a number of ways that we hardly think about. The body depends on salt. It is an electrolyte found in all the body's cells. Sweat contains salt. Salt is used in sports drinks to combat dehydration.  WHERE DOES SALT COME FROM? Salt may be extracted from the rocks in the sea (rock salt). It may also come from sea weed. MULTIPLE USES OF SALT Salt is simple and versatile. It is used in a variety of ways. Salt can be seen on the tables of the finest restaurants, at home on the dinner table or handed out in small packages in fast food restaurants. SALT AS A PRESERVATIVE Salt is used in preserved meats like sausages and salami. It is also used in gravies, canned goods, cheeses, pickles, olives, anchovies and many more.

PLEASURES OF ART IN MONTMARTRE

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Montmartre, a famous landmark in Paris, France. This wonderful artistic village, sits on a hill overlooking Paris and attracts tourists from around the world.   It is truly a spectacular sight to see artists painting in the square.   Famous artists like Van Gogh have been known to live and work in Montmartre. The artists are seen doing personal portraits as well as scenery.   

SURVIVAL AT ITS BEST

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 How can these animals survive these subfreezing temperatures?  Easy! They have naturally built in insulation called blubber.This  extra layer of fat, provides incredible warmth to make whales,        penguins  and seals stay alive in such frigid conditions.