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America is a country full of would-be inventors. For most, it’s as simple as discovering a problem that no one’s ever solved and coming up with a creative and in-expensive solution. Here are just a few of the countless TV marvels that have been advertised on our sets since this phenomenon began. •A good example of the whole “discover a problem, discover a solution” method of inventing is the “Snap-It Screw.” It’s a method of replacing the tiny, and diffi cult to handle, screws that hold eyeglasses together. • The “Snap-It Screw” was invented by Nancy Tede-schi. “The old saying that necessity is the mother of inventions is what inspired [it],” said Tedeschi. She meant it literally, as it was her own mother who inspired the invention’s creation.• Tedeschi’s mother was overseas doing volunteer work when a hinge screw in her glasses broke. Left with no other immediate remedy, Tedeschi’s mother pulled the pin out of one of her earrings and placed it where the former hinge had been.turn the page for more!• “She wore this dangling bead from the hinge of her glasses for about a year. She traveled to several foreign countries with it in, and people would literally stop her on the streets and ask her where she got this charm,” said Tedeschi. “My mom came to me and said, ‘You have to invent charms for glasses.’”• For Tedeschi, inventing the “Snap-It Screw” was the easy part. The diffi cult part was doing all the things necessary to produce and market her new invention. She had to set up patents all over the world. She had to set up a factory in China and a warehouse in Seattle, Washington. She had to spend countless hours market-ing her idea to retailers. Today, the “Snap-It Screw” is a success, and Tedeschi says that despite all the hard work, she wouldn’t change a thing. • “Bling To Go” was invented by Abby Appelt during a period where she was forced to use crutches. She felt the dull metal could use a little pizzazz. So she created some decorative wrap-on decals to give her crutches some personality, and her invention was born.• Appelt said, “When I wore my crutch décor, I had people stop me, literally everywhere I went, compli-menting me on how awesome my crutches were!”• As Appelt notes, people decorate a million different

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things with stickers, so it made sense to do likewise with crutches.•“Bling To Go” works on crutches, canes, walkers and bed poles. It’s a medical grade product that can be sanitized and cleaned, so it presents no health hazard to the user. The company’s slogan is “express your health,” and they back up their words by being active contributors to several physical and emotional health charities.• Perhaps one of the more peculiar and innovative creations making the invention circuit is the “Bogdon Bass.” It’s a standing bass guitar whose main compo-nent is a cardboard box!• The “Bogdon Bass” is literally a large cardboard box sealed with tape, with a wooden neck and vinyl strings. It can be played with or without an amplifier. Because of the use of these materials, it is lightweight, inexpen-sive and recyclable.• This peculiar instrument was invented by a man named Chris Badynee. He named the instrument after his father, Bogdon. •“The inspiration to make my Bogdon Box Bass was that I had the desire to own something that I couldn’t afford, so I made one myself,” explained Badynee. “All I wanted was a natural-sounding upright bass for

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my own home recordings of songs I wrote.”• After assembling what he thought was just a silly idea only he’d use, Badynee was shocked by how good the makeshift instrument sounded. “[It] sounded so fantastic that I had to tell someone. So I filmed a 60-second video and posted it on the web. I got 1,000 hits on Youtube in less than a day.”• The video became a bit of a viral sensation, and Ba-dynee was asked by “Good Morning, America” for the right to show the video on their program.• Almost immediately after the video was shown on television, Badynee received requests to buy a “Bogdon Box.” He brought in his uncle and a couple of acoustic technicians to help him perfect it. Once they got the in-strument exactly right, they began selling it on Ebay to a huge response. Hundreds were sold, almost as quickly as they could turn them out.• Badynee took the profits from those sales to protect and patent his invention. Eventually, his belief in his invention paid off in praise, when his bass was given a rave review in “Bass Player Magazine.” •A well-known invention marketed via television infomercials is the Snuggie. This blanket with sleeves solved a problem most people didn’t even know they had. •Since it covers your entire body but keeps your hands free thanks to its armholes, Snuggie wearers stay warm while still retaining the ability to take sip of their drink, change the channel or turn the page of a book.•The Snuggie was introduced in 2008 and was an instant success. By 2009, 20 million Snuggies had been sold. But there was actually a similar product already on the market, The Slanket, invented by Gary Clegg when he was a college freshman. •Because it is difficult to patent a textile product, Clegg had not patented The Slanket, so the makers of the Snuggie were able to make and market their product legally.• Imitation may be the sincerest form of flattery, but it’s a safe bet that Clegg felt something other than pride when he first saw the Snuggie.

The VRAP Scam

If you’re signed up for Veterans Retraining Assistance Program (VRAP) and are expecting to hear about ap-proval and payments, beware ... especially if you get a call from a 202 area code.There’s word of a scam going around to steal money from VRAP recipients. As posted on the Department of Veterans Affairs page, it works like this:The scammers will call you and congratulate you on being approved for the program. You’ll be told you can have your money within minutes ... if you give your bank deposit information and agree to a $205 service fee.Whomever it is, that person isn’t affiliated with the VA. The scammer takes your money. Nobody at the VA will ever call you like that and ask for your banking information. If you get a similar scam call, phone the Federal Trade Commission at 1-877-382-4357.

Weekly Horoscope

ARIES (March 21 to April 19) You might not like the sud-den setback in your plans. But keep that headstrong Arian temperament in check and wait for explanations. Things will begin to clear up by week’s end.

TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) Enjoy the respite from your recent hectic schedule, but be ready to plunge into a new round of social activities. A new contact holds much potential for the future.

GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) A trusted colleague has news that could change your perception of a current work-place situation. What had seemed unfair might prove to be highly favorable after all.

CANCER (June 21 to July 22) You still need to watch what you say and how you say it. What you assert as hon-esty, others might perceive as Crabbiness. Be patient. This difficult period clears up by the weekend.

LEO (July 23 to August 22) Your Royalness needs time away from the limelight to catch up on things, from tidying your desk to making those calls you’ve put off. You’re back in the center of things by the weekend.

VIRGO (August 23 to September 22) Honesty is the best policy, of course. But you’ll do better at achieving your goals if you can be less aggressive and more circumspect in how you phrase your comments.

LIBRA (September 23 to October 22) Your ability to maintain your balance in confusing situations continues to work for you. Stay on the steady course, one step at a time. The weekend shows improvement.

SCORPIO (October 23 to November 21) Your indecisiveness could simply be your keen Scorpian sense warning you to be wary of making a commitment. Take this time to do a more thorough investigation.

SAGITTARIUS (November 22 to December 21) Good news: New information comes your way to help you make a more informed decision on how to deal with the opportu-nity that has opened up for you.

CAPRICORN (December 22 to January 19) This is a good time to reinforce your self-confidence by acknowledging your good qualities to yourself. A lull in your social life ends by the weekend. Have fun.

AQUARIUS (January 20 to February 18) It’s a good time to let those recently pent-up emotions flow more freely. Why not start by letting the people you care for know how you really feel about them?

PISCES (February 19 to March 20) Resist offers, no matter how well-intentioned, to help with a personal decision. Only you know what must be done, and you have the emo-tional strength to follow through.

BORN THIS WEEK: You have a talent for getting things done. You also have a gift for bringing people together in both personal and professional relationships.

(As a side note, I hunted down some information on the scam and found a phone number. If the powers-that-be want to look for the scammer, it shouldn’t be too hard: The phone is a landline in Washington, D.C.)VRAP is a training program for high demand occupa-tions. If you haven’t signed up for VRAP and want to start school in September, there’s still time. The early group (until September) is limited to 45,000 veterans. They’ve reached that number of applications, but only half have been accepted. If you want to apply now, it’s worth a shot. Otherwise you’ll be in the next group, which starts in October and runs until March 2014.

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SUNSET BOULEVARD

As one of Los Angeles’ most popular entertainment districts and tourist destinations, Sunset Boulevard is home to a variety of trendy restaurants, nightclubs, attractions, shopping spots and much more.• Sunset Boulevard is an approximately 22-mile-long, immensely famous street beginning in downtown Los An-geles and continuing west toward the Pacific. It eventually becomes Sunset Strip as it runs through Beverly Hills, Bel Air, Santa Monica and ends at the ocean.•The boulevard is a direct link between the lower-income areas of Hollywood and the lush, incredibly upscale ones. As the road continues west, it undergoes several transformations. It gives tourists the ability to experience both sides of Hollywood and is rich with sights and attractions all along the way.•It encompasses a surplus of must-see sites including Echo Park, Hollywood Memorial Park, Paramount Studios, KTLA Studios, Fox Network, Columbia Square and the iconic Sunset Grill made famous by Don Henley’s song.•It is at least four lanes its entire duration, and thanks to its curvy, winding route and frequent traffic congestion, car accidents are prevalent. • It is sometimes referred to as “Guitar Row,” as it is home to a wide selection of guitar stores and music-indus-try-related buildings.•One of the most famous nightclubs in the ‘40s and ‘50s was the glamorous Earl Carroll Theatre on Sunset, said to host the most beautiful girls in the world. After it was sold, it functioned as Moulin Rouge for a number of years.• Hollywood High School, built in 1904, is on Sunset Boulevard and has a reputation for being one of the most beautiful schools in the state. Many famous entertainment personalities are among its graduates.•The iconic thoroughfare inspired the popular 1950s feature film “Sunset Boulevard,” starring William Holden and Gloria Swanson. There was also a 1993 musical named “Sunset Boulevard” that starred Glen Close.•Sunset Boulevard has been highlighted on TV shows, album covers and in song names, including the 1960s TV series “77 Sunset Strip” and the 1990s’ “Below Sunset.”•The best known section of Sunset Boulevard is Sunset Strip, which before its glory days, was nothing more than scattered buildings and nurseries. Once the movie industry took off, studios and glamorous houses began popping up everywhere. It was once called Beverly Boulevard.•Sunset Strip is about 1.5 miles long. It got its name because many Los Angeles County workers referred to it as “that strip” for years.•Sunset Boulevard can brag that it has hosted most of the early motion picture companies; the area near the inter-section of Gower Street was famous for the many Westerns made there. However, this section was also known as “Poverty Row,” as many of the films made there failed.•Although many film companies popped up, the smaller ones tended to end quickly — some of them included California Film Co., Century Film Co., H. Paulis Studio and Francis Ford Studio.•A few film companies were able to survive; some of these include Warner Brothers Studios, Christie Film Co. and Columbia Studios. •Today, visitors from all over the world come to Sunset Boulevard to get a glimpse of what makes Tinsel Town glitter and glow.

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(Wikipedia that, kids), they were still careful to avoid the Plague, Nazis and the Artful Dodger.Ever since the Fab Four caught that flight into Idlewild Airport, we’ve been smitten with our one-time oppres-sors. Sure, every so often they pull our pigtails and say silly things like “we invented baseball, divorce and tank warfare,” but we are able to look past that because we’re in love.The television coverage of the 2012 Olympics re-minded us of that fact in so many ways. We certainly looked -- NBC pulled in its biggest ratings ever. And what a show it was. The Queen jumping out of planes with James Bond. The Spice Girls, pleasant weather, Mitt Romney’s dancing horse and no terrorism. Simply smashing!So we “won” the games, hauling in 104 medals in total -- 46 of which were of the golden variety. China came in second, scoring 88 medals, but they can take solace in the fact that our athletes have to pay taxes on those medals (partly true, according to Snopes.com), so a chunk of our medals will be going to them anyway.In the end, our National Broadcasting Company made sure to sell out. When it wasn’t holding back the goods by delaying coverage (but telling us the outcomes beforehand), NBC was cutting off the closing ceremo-nies. Britain was giving us The Who, and we were off screwing around with some stupid sitcom.Maybe, like most long relationships, we can just laugh off our faults (and Bob Costas) and hope our lovers see them as charming quirks. At least we’re consistent.

1. In 2010, the Yankees’ Alex Rodriguez set a record for most consecutive seasons of at least 30 home runs and 100 RBIs. How many seasons?

2. Name the four major-league players to play in at least 140 games for 16 consecutive seasons.

3. When was the last time before 2011 that the Detroit Lions started a season 5-0?

4. Harvard made the NCAA men’s basketball tournament in 2012, the first time for the Crimson since when?

5. Who is the leading goal scorer in Buffalo Sabres history?

6. Which NASCAR Cup driver has the most victories at Richmond (Va.) International Raceway?

7. In 2012, Maria Sharapova became the sixth woman in the Open Era of tennis to have a career Grand Slam. Name four of the first five to do it.


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THIS IS A HAMMERBy Samantha Mazzotta

Use Bolts to Anchor Pictures to WallQ: I have to hang some heavier pictures, and I’m a little confused by all the choices in different kinds of bolts. What options do I have? -- Frank in Tuscon

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A SPORTING VIEWBy Mark Vasto

Crushing on England

The United States of America “won” the XXX Olympics -- which is fitting in oh-so-many ways. For if there’s any country that can turn an XXX trick, it’s the United States.No, I’m not a self-loathing liberal or a drum-beating right winger --- there’s a reason why I write sports. I typically care not about the political arena, and I consider myself to be one of those “moderate” types in that I don’t stockpile shotgun shells, but still, on occasion, brush with fluoride toothpaste.My point is this: England -- sorry, Great Britain and (more to the point) the great city of London -- showed why they’re our favorite crush. Try as we might, for all of our preening and American brag-gadocio, England always socks us right in the kisser, and we love her all the more for it, don’t we?That little island once dominated and colonized most of the world. Sure, their food always sucked (still does, save for the chocolate and genuine Indian food), and for a time they just kind of hung out in the soot and smog of their industrial age, but at least they have been around long enough to have “ages.” And they had character --- characters, I should say. When they weren’t burning down the White House

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A: Depending on the weight of the item you’re hang-ing on the wall, a variety of bolts are available -- but the most common are expansion bolts or anchors (also known as Molly bolts, for some reason), and toggle bolts. Both kinds of bolts are helpful in anchoring somewhat heavy objects to drywall when a stud can’t be located or used.Expansion bolts have an exterior plastic sheath, which is straight when inserted into a hole drilled into the wall, but expand behind the wall once placed. They’re designed for heavy objects like large framed pictures, mirrors or shelves.Toggle bolts have metal wings that unfold once inserted on the other side of the drywall, providing a sturdy back-ing for much heavier objects like small cabinets.To use an expansion bolt, mark the spot on the wall where you plan to hang a picture or heavy item. Drill a hole at the width specified to fit the expansion bolt. With the metal screw inserted fully into the expansion sheath, push the bolt through the hole or gently tap in with a hammer. Turn the screw head clockwise until it’s tight --

this action expands the sheath so that it sits snug against the wall.Unscrew the metal screw from the expansion bolt sheath and mount the picture by inserting the screw through the picture’s hanger or screw hole and back into the expan-sion bolt.To use a toggle bolt, first drill a hole in the wall at the width specified. Unscrew the metal flange (the spring-loaded expansion unit) from the metal screw. Run the screw through the screw hole or the picture’s hanger, then screw the metal flange back onto the screw, on the opposite side of the hanger or screw hole. Pinch the flange closed with one hand and push it through the drilled hole while guiding the picture into position. Once the flange is all the way through, pull the metal screw until you can feel the flange pressing against the back side of the wall. Tighten the metal screw until it and the picture are secure.

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There’s been a fundamental shift in the way com-panies do business today as staffing services have become a more vital part of business and hiring strategies. Since the great recession, U.S. staffing firms have created more jobs than any other indus-try and are expected to grow faster and add more new jobs in the next decade, according to American Staffing Association (ASA). Business owners are increasingly using temporary and contract staffing as a means to help them quickly react to changing market conditions.

Staffing agencies are allowing businesses the flex-ibility to expand and decrease their workforces to meet demand. Like employers, workers are also seeing the benefits of flexible employment. Ac-cording to a recent story by National Public Radio, temporary employment is a good way to get a foot in the door with a company in a down economy. Contingent workers also have the freedom to travel and work in different fields. Working on a tempo-rary basis for different employers allows individu-als an opportunity to increase their skill sets, widen networking circles, and have flexibility in their work life. Because of this freedom, more workers are using temporary work to stay effective in their specific fields.

Another trend in this industry is that staffing employees are working for firms longer than ever before. While employers cautiously wait to see if the economic growth will be sustained, they are keeping contract workers for extended periods. Workers are seeing this as a great way to potential-ly be hired on full time with companies later. This is why temporary work is becoming so attractive to top talent. It provides them more opportunities while giving employers a first-hand look at their potential to thrive in a company.

In the next 10 years, the U.S. staffing industry is expected to grow faster and add more new jobs than nearly any other industry, according to ASA. The staffing industry is growing and becoming a more vital aspect of the business environment, and temporary workers are on the front end leading the change.


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William Bruce is a business broker in Mississippi and Alabama. What is a business broker, you ask? "Well," said William Bruce, "I still have a hard time exp laining to my mother what I do for a living. It's not a well known profession."

"A business broker," he continued, "is an individual who assists business owners and business buyers with the transfer of ownership of a privately held business. We get involved," he explained, "in everything from appraising the market value of a business, assisting the owner in getting the books and records ready, market-ing the business while maintaining strict confidential-ity, writing offers and handling negotiations, assisting in the due diligence investigation to preparing docu-mentation for closing the transaction."William Bruce is an Accredited Business Intermediary with Sunbelt Business Brokers of the Gulf Coast. He is a graduate of Auburn University with a degree in economics. He has served as a bank director, as chair-man of his city's airport and industrial authority and on several state and national boards of professional and civic organizations. Additionally, William Bruce has owned several businesses of his own. His business brokerage experience ranges from retail shops to large manufacturing plants. "Fortunately, business is picking up," Bruce said in a recent interview. "A large reporting service recently released numbers showing that the market for small to medium sized businesses was up by 3.3% in 2011 over the previous year. We've turned the corner."William Bruce may be reached at (251) 990-5910 or by email at [email protected].

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Take Your Oats Out to DinnerWhile oatmeal is a wonderful way to add fiber, grains, nutrients to your diet, most folks think of oatmeal as a breakfast food. It’s time to take oat-meal beyond breakfast. Oatmeal is a whole grain because it contains all of the parts of the oat grain, including the bran, endosperm and germ. The interesting thing is that when we eat the regular oatmeal most of us grew up with, we aren’t eating the grain in its original form. We are usually eating rolled oats. Rolled oats have been steamed and flat-tened. That process decreases the cooking time so old-fashioned oatmeal can be prepared in 10 to 25 minutes. Quick-cooking oats that can be prepared in 3 to 5 minutes have been cut even more finely to reduce cooking time. Some people prefer steel-cut oats. The primary dif-ference between steel cut oats and rolled oats is the shape of the grain. Steel-cut oats are not flattened -- the grain is cut into thirds and then packaged for sale. When preparing steel-cut oats, it’s best to use 4 cups of water to each cup of oats. The cooking time for steel-cut oats is 30 to 40 minutes. Steel-cut oats have a chewy texture and hearty flavor. All oatmeal is a good source of fiber, magnesium and thiamine. It also contains phosphorus, potassi-um, iron and copper. Oatmeal carries a health claim on the food label because of the fiber content. The health claim is that oatmeal -- along with a diet low in saturated fat and cholesterol -- may reduce the risk of heart disease. Oatmeal is a good source of soluble fiber, which acts as a sponge in the diges-tive tract to help remove cholesterol from the body.Adding oatmeal to these delicious Salmon Cakes boosts the nutrients and adds a delicious texture to the dish. The Yogurt Dill Sauce complements the Salmon Cakes and is the perfect topping if you prefer to serve the Salmon Cakes on a bun.

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Yogurt Dill Sauce:1/2 cup plain nonfat yogurt1/3 cup seeded, chopped tomato1/3 cup seeded, chopped cucumber1 tablespoon finely chopped onion1 tablespoon Italian seasoning1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh dill or 1 teaspoon dried dill weed1/2 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Salmon Cakes:1 can (14-3/4 ounces) pink salmon, drained, skin and bones removed3/4 cup oatmeal, quick-cooking or rolled, uncooked1/3 cup skim milk1/3 cup liquid egg substitute with yolk or 1 egg, lightly beaten2 tablespoons finely chopped onion2 tablespoons minced garlic1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh dill or 1 teaspoon dried dill weed 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper

1. In small bowl, combine sauce ingredients; mix well. Cover and chill while making salmon cakes.2. In a medium bowl, combine ingredients for salmon cakes; mix well. Let stand 5 minutes. Shape into 6 oval patties. 3. Lightly spray large nonstick skillet with cooking spray. Cook salmon cakes over medium heat 3 to 4 minutes on each side or until golden brown and heated through. Serve with sauce.

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Nectarine and Cherry CrispThe topping is actually oatmeal cookie dough! You can prepare it up to a day ahead and store it in the refrigera-tor.

1/2 cup sugar3 tablespoons cornstarch3 pounds (about 10 medium) ripe nectarines, each cut into 6 wedges1 1/2 pounds dark, sweet cherries, pitted2 tablespoons lemon juice2 tablespoons margarine or butter, cold, cut into small piecesOatmeal Cookie-Crisp Topping (below)

1. Preheat oven to 375 F. In small bowl, with wire whisk or fork, mix sugar and cornstarch.2. In large bowl, toss nectarines, cherries, lemon juice and sugar mixture until fruit is evenly coated.3. Spoon fruit mixture into 13-by-9-inch glass baking dish; dot with margarine or butter. Cover with foil and bake 40 to 50 minutes until mixture is gently bubbling.4. Meanwhile, prepare Oatmeal Cookie-Crisp Topping. Cover and refrigerate until ready to use.5. Drop topping by scant 1/4 cups over hot fruit. Bake, uncovered, 20 to 25 minutes until topping is browned. Cool slightly on wire rack to serve warm. Or, cool com-pletely to serve later. Reheat if desired.

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In large bowl, with mixer at medium-high speed, beat 2/3 cup packed light brown sugar and 6 tablespoons margarine or butter (3/4 stick), softened, until smooth. Add 1 large egg and 2 teaspoons vanilla extract; beat until light and fluffy. With spoon, stir in 1 1/2 cups old-fashioned oats, uncooked, 3/4 cup all-purpose flour, 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon baking soda. Serves 12.

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DEAR DR. DONOHUE: I am a diabetic male, age 96, with many aches and pains but no high blood pressure. I have low cholesterol and am in control of my diabetes. In the past few weeks, I’ve noticed swelling of my ankles and feet. I have been taking two water pills a day for it. I never use salt or eat salty foods. What can you suggest for me? -- S.S.

ANSWER: That swelling is edema, and it has many causes. One is sitting for long periods with the legs dangling down. With the legs in that position, gravity pulls fluid from the legs’ blood vessels. Treatment for this kind of edema consists in elevating the legs. Every hour, lie down for 10 minutes with pillows under your legs and feet so that they are above heart level. When sitting, squeeze the leg muscles over and over. Muscle contractions stop the oozing of fluids from the blood vessels. And take a morning and afternoon walk. Elastic hose can keep fluid in blood vessels and out of the surrounding tissues.Dilated leg veins -- varicose veins -- promote edema. A clot in a leg vein is another cause. That’s usually quite painful, and you’d be aware that something is going on if you had a clot. Liver ailments can lead to edema. The liver makes a blood protein, albumin, that keeps fluid in circulation. With a low production of this protein, fluid leaks out of vessels. Kidney failure is another reason why edema occurs. Medicines can lead to it. The popular nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory medicines such as Advil and Aleve are two examples. So are medicines called calcium channel blockers, such as nifedipine and verapamil. If you increased the dose of your water pill on your own, you shouldn’t. You can develop a potassium deficiency from overuse of water pills.Try the things I mentioned. See if they bring down the swelling. If they don’t, you’ll have to consult your doctor.A much more important cause of ankle-foot edema is heart failure, something that your doctor must check you for.The booklet on edema and lymphedema explains this kind of swelling in detail. Readers can obtain a copy by writing: Dr. Donohue -- No. 106W, Box 536475, Orlando, FL 32853-6475. Enclose a check or money order (no cash) for $4.75 U.S./$6 Canada with the recipient’s printed name and address. Please allow four weeks for delivery.

DEAR DR. DONOHUE: I’d been on Ambien for three years. I’m off it now. I take melatonin. It works better. What are the good things and bad things about it? -- R.M.

ANSWER: The pineal gland in the brain makes melatonin, a hormone-like substance that contributes in regulating our internal clock. Melatonin is secreted at night and signals the body to go to sleep.The benefits ascribed to melatonin are amazing: quelling inflammation, acting as an antioxidant, bolstering the immune system, preventing cancer. The evidence for these benefits is not overwhelming. It does, however, prevent jet lag and foster sleep. Long-term side effects and safety are not knownChronic insomnia is best treated by consulting a sleep specialist.

• On Sept. 9, 1776, the Continental Congress formally declares the name of the new nation to be the “United States” of America. It replaced the term “United Colo-nies,” which had been in general use.

• On Sept. 3, 1783, the American Revolution officially comes to an end when representatives of the United States, Great Britain, Spain and France sign the Treaty of Paris. The signing signified America’s status as a free nation, as Britain formally recognized the independence of its 13 former American colonies.

• On Sept. 7, 1936, Charles Harden Holley is born in Lubbock, Texas. Writing and performing under the name Buddy Holly, he would have an influence on rock ‘n’ roll that would far outlast his tragically shortened career. He left behind a legacy that includes “That’ll Be The Day,” “Peggy Sue,” “Not Fade Away,” It’s So Easy,” “Everyday,” “Oh Boy!” and “Maybe Baby.”

• On Sept. 6, 1943, a new high-speed train traveling between New York City and Washington, D.C., derails, killing 79 people and seriously injuring 100 more. The Congressional Limited traveled at an unprecedented speed of 65 mph.

• On Sept. 4, 1957, Ford Motor Company unveils the Edsel, the first new automobile brand produced by one of the Big Three car companies since 1938. One report-er called it “an Oldsmobile sucking a lemon.” In addi-tion, at highway speeds the famous hood ornament had a tendency to fly off and into the windshield.

• On Sept. 5, 1972, during the 1972 Summer Olympics at Munich, Germany, a group of Palestinian terrorists storms the Olympic Village apartment of the Israeli ath-letes, killing two and taking nine others hostage. The terrorists were part of a group known as Black Septem-ber.

• On Sept. 8, 1986, “The Oprah Winfrey Show” is broad-cast nationally for the first time. It went on to become the highest-rated talk show in TV history. By 2008, “The Oprah Winfrey Show” had an estimated weekly audi-ence of some 46 million viewers in the United States and was broadcast around the world in 134 countries.

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DEAR PAW’S CORNER: I recently read an advertisement by a pet hospital that is offering acupuncture for pets. Does this even work for pets? I’m skeptical. -- Janice T., Orlando, Fla.

DEAR JANICE: I can’t say for sure, but the idea of providing acupuncture treatment for pets is intriguing. Acupuncture has been shown to have positive results for humans trying to manage pain, and some anecdotal reports indicate that acupuncture might help reduce pain in animals, as well.Wadsworth Animal Hospital in Lakewood, Colo., for example, recently reported that as many as 75 percent of the pets in its care treated with acupuncture experienced “a significant or major improvement, although some symptoms may remain.”The hospital used acupuncture to treat pets suffering from arthritis, hip dysplasia, nerve damage or other chronic health conditions.Pet acupuncture sounds pretty odd, and it’s really a new type of treatment for pets, coming into vogue just in the past few decades. But it’s not the only holistic pet treatment out there that looks to help improve pets’ health without the use of drugs or surgery. And it’s growing in popularity: some 800 pet acupuncturists are registered with the American Academy of Veterinary Acupuncture (http://www.aava.org), the Washington Post reports, an increase of 600 since 2002.So, how do you find a qualified acupuncturist for your pet? The AAVA has a listing on its site, but be sure to ask questions of the pet acupuncturist you find locally. He or she should be certified to practice veterinary medicine as well as veterinary acupuncture.

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1. Thirteen seasons.2. Hank Aaron, Johnny Damon, Brooks Robinson and Pete Rose.3. It was 1956.4. It was 1946.5. Gilbert Perreault, with 512.6. Richard Petty, with 13.7. Billie Jean King (1972), Chris Evert (1982), Martina Navratilova (1983), Steffi Graf (1988) and Serena Williams (2003).

• It’s still not known who made the following sage observation: “To succeed in politics, it is sometimes necessary to rise above your principles.”

• It was beloved American poet Robert Frost who made the following sage observation: “A bank is a place where they lend you an umbrella in fair weather and ask for it back when it begins to rain.”

• In 1938, Time magazine featured Adolph Hitler on the cover as its Man of the Year.

• You might be surprised at some of the amazing feats that can be accomplished with the aid of modern medicine. In 2008, two women in India gave birth at the age of 70. With the aid of egg donation and postmenopausal in vitro

fertilization, Rajo Devi Lohan gave birth to her only child, a girl. Charan Singh Panwar and his wife, Omkari Panwar, already had two daughters and fi ve grandchildren, but they wanted a son. Using the same procedure, Omkari had twins, a boy and a girl.

• The fi rst time a toilet was ever seen on television was in the pilot episode of “Leave It to Beaver,” in 1957.

• The most common name in the world is Muhammed.

• If you live in the South, home of huge roaches, you probably won’t be surprised to learn that a cockroach can live for a week without a head. When the headless insect does fi nally die, it’s from starvation, not from the loss of its head.

• Those who study such things say that there are 45,000 chickens for every person on the planet.

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