minzerilli

I am a full-time Physician Assistant. I am married and a mother of four. I enjoy my profession very much especially educating on health. I have also always enjoyed the art of writing and expressing my ideas.

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Member Since: January 9, 2008

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NYS Home Energy Assistance Program Giving Away Free Air Conditioners

News – According to an alert being issued by the NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene free air conditioners are being issued to high risk populations. These high risk populations would include patients that are at risk of heat related deaths or illnesses.

Submitted and Voted for on June 28, 2008 11:40am

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StaphAseptic: An Over-The-Counter Wound Treatment to Help Prevent MRSA Infections

Health & Fitness – Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus more commonly known as MRSA has gained a lot of attention in the last couple of years and more awareness within the last several months. MRSA causes an infection that is resistant to the most common antibiotics making the potential of treating it difficult.

Submitted and Voted for on June 28, 2008 11:32am

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All the Fabulous Things You Can do with a Simple Black Dress

Shopping – I am not into many colors when it comes to clothing. Not really sure why. I simply stick to the basics of black with some variation in between. In my closet I have three plain black dresses that I may have worn to a dozen or so functions but yet no one would be the wiser because of how I tend to accessorize it. At least I don't think anyone would k

Submitted and Voted for on June 28, 2008 11:24am

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A Daughter's Life Cut Short in Long Island

News – As I sit here and think about this story the tears just fill my eyes. It is every parent's nightmare. On June 21, 2008 a young woman from Massapequa, NY in Long Island was found by her parents at a nearby home. Her parents had gone searching for her early Saturday morning after she had failed to return home from a graduation party the night before.

Submitted and Voted for on June 28, 2008 11:02am

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Photography is my passion!

Family – Photography is my passion! Filed Under Family Photography I am blessed to be one of those people who love what I do and do what I love! I just love photography and my inspiration comes from capturing those special moments or bonds between people. There is nothing I love more than photographing a pregnant woman (okay I love photographing the

Voted for on June 06, 2008 07:51pm

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Car Insurance For Teenagers - How To Obtain Cheaper Rates?

Autos – Young drivers might have difficulties finding cheap car insurance for teenagers because of their lacking in driving experiences. Parents are worrying about where they can find cheap car insurance for teenagers. Actually, there are a few things which teens can do in order to lighten their parents' burden.

Voted for on June 06, 2008 07:49pm

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7 Steps to a One Minute Feel Good Workout

Health & Fitness – Recently I have found myself feeling less energetic, not having the desire to do much and I believe that it just has to do with too much stress and the feeling of having to do so much. Physically and mentally this has really taken a toll on my own well being. And I do recall that a while back I was having the same feelings and I did do something to

Submitted and Voted for on June 02, 2008 10:19am

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Swimmer's Ear, Otitis Externa, Outer Ear Infection All Equate to Pain

Health & Fitness – I have been in agony for two days now with pain to my ear. No fever, chills or sore throat just a nagging pain to my left ear and at times it becomes excruciating. Taking acetaminophen or ibuprofen has helped but still this discomfort can become life altering at moments.

Submitted and Voted for on June 02, 2008 10:08am

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Sisters Are Strong

Women – Sisters are strong women, but when they cannot stand on their own they know that they have each other to help them back on their feet

Submitted and Voted for on June 02, 2008 09:56am

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Compound Medications: Taking Pain Medications Through the Skin Instead of Orally

Health & Fitness – As a medical practitioner, I constantly treat patients with common complaints of pain. Every so often, I encounter patients that complain of certain medications causing side effects, especially nausea or vomiting. Recently, I had the pleasure of meeting with several pharmacists and discussing alternative treatment plans for these individuals, who a

Submitted and Voted for on June 02, 2008 09:52am

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Taking A Vision Break

Health & Fitness – Sitting behind a computer all day and everyday can become a daunting task. And without even realizing it, there is extra stress put on your eyes. Your eyes can become tired and this in turn can lead you to start feeling less energized and may even develop into a headache.

Submitted and Voted for on May 24, 2008 12:27pm

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An Over the Counter Illegal Aphrodisiac Derived from Toad Venom Has Killed a Man

Health & Fitness – According to a recent report from the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene there has been a death linked to an illegal over the counter aphrodisiac sold in New York City. A 35 year-old man has died due to ingesting a substance derived from toad venom.

Submitted and Voted for on May 24, 2008 12:22pm

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Advice on How To Quit Smoking

Health & Fitness – You can quit smoking! Everyone knows that quitting smoking is very hard and that many people try several times before they quit for good, but it really is something that can be done. Just keep reading and see how.

Submitted and Voted for on May 13, 2008 06:44pm

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Coping with Potential Side Effects of Chantix

Health & Fitness – As a health care provider I am often asked about the medication Chantix. Most people don't even recall the name they just say the "new pill to help people quit smoking." But at the same time I hear much more talk about the side effects of Chantix.

Submitted and Voted for on May 13, 2008 06:39pm

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10 Most Common Excuses Not To Quit Smoking

Health & Fitness – Trying to get someone to quit smoking has to be one of the most difficult challenges that I face daily in the medical profession. It is so hard to stress to individuals the lifelong health effects that cigarette smoking may have, especially if currently there are no ill side effects present. I think everyone to some point absolutely feels that they

Submitted and Voted for on May 13, 2008 06:07pm