Thursday, February 19th, 2009
Do you have “grapes” in your nose? No, I’m not referring to the kind that’s eaten. By grapes, I’m talking about nasal polyps or non-malignant growths in the nasal cavities.Polyps are actually sinus lining tissue that swells as a result of chronic irritation or allergy in the nose. The risk of having polyps increases with [...]
Grapes In Your Nose
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Wednesday, February 11th, 2009
After months of saving, planning, and packing, you’re finally ready to embark on your vacation to North Carolina’s beautiful Outer Banks. You have the itinerary memorized – days and day of play on the beach, with maybe an excursion to the Currituck Beach lighthouse or the Wright Brothers memorial in Kitty Hawk. The trip promises [...]
Vineyards of the Outer Banks
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Wednesday, February 4th, 2009
“Magoo was a big, playful Labrador retriever who often got himself into sticky situations…”So begins a story in the latest report from the ASPCA on foods that may be toxic to dogs. It turns out that Magoo got into the pantry and snagged himself about a pound of raisins. He ate the whole thing, of [...]
Grapes, Nuts, and Your Dogs Health — Foods that Fido should Avoid
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