Parenting
Divorce and how to help your children
On July 6, 2013 by AdminDivorce is tough for any family. Find out how to guide your children through the divorce process the RIGHT way with the help of Dr. Judy Ho, a clinical psychologist in this article. By Kevin Woo, The Asian Parent | July 4, 2013 Divorce. The mere thought of it can send shivers
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Sex can put a strain on your marriage
On July 6, 2013 by AdminInfertility affects several couples around the world. The struggles these couples face in order to conceive can begin to put a strain on the marriage. Read more for advice from a sex therapist on what you can do when sex begins to affect your marriage. By Kevin Woo, The Asian Parent |
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Rules for dating my teenage daughter
On July 6, 2013 by AdminYour teenager jumping into the dating world is every parent’s worst nightmare!! Read some tips for parents on how to deal with your teenager dating in this article. By Kevin Woo, The Asian Parent | July 4, 2013 Things are changing at my house. Boys are no longer considered, “Yucky.” Now they’re
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What would you do if you were dying?
On June 28, 2013 by AdminIf you were faced with months to live, how would you say goodbye to the ones you love? Read more about the inspiring story of 18-year-old Zach Sobiech and how he dealt with his death. By Kevin Woo, The Asian Parent | June 27, 2013 What would you do if you
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Fashion Forward
On June 11, 2013 by AdminElla Pritsker followed an unconventional path to become host of a prominent fashion show in Baltimore. By Kevin Woo, One+ | June 3, 2013 Ella Pritsker was a single mother when she arrived in the U.S. She didn’t speak English, she didn’t have a job and she was poor. Her road to a
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The gift of being a father
On June 10, 2013 by AdminBy Kevin Woo, The Asian Parent | June 11, 2013 Last year, on Father’s Day, my daughters wanted to go to the mall. I looked at them and said, “I thought today is Father’s Day and I get to do what I want to do.” My oldest said, “You get to make
Parenting
When sex becomes a chore
On June 4, 2013 by AdminCouples around the world struggle with infertility. Here’s some advice and tips by a sex therapist on what to do when you begin to see sex as a chore. By Kevin Woo, The Asian Parent | June 5, 2013 Barbara O’Neill tried to get pregnant for seven years. She endured two surgeries,
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Do your kids know what to do in an emergency?
On June 1, 2013 by AdminA five-year-old saved his mother’s life — read more about how he did it here. Also find out how you can teach your child about what to do in emergency situations here. By Kevin Woo, The Asian Parent | May 31, 2013 When Susan Taylor had a seizure while driving, her son,
Health
Alzheimer’s – is there a cure on the horizon?
On May 28, 2013 by AdminBy Kevin Woo Alzheimer’s Speaks | May 28, 2013 Dr. Michael Devous believes that one day there will be a cure for Alzheimer’s disease. “I think we’re going to cure Alzheimer’s disease, and we’re not far away from it,” says Devous during an interview with the Dallas Morning News. Devous is a professor and director at the
Parenting
North dad, South dad
On May 12, 2013 by AdminA new dad will have to make a decision whether he wants to be a “North dad” or a “South dad” during the delivery of his newborn baby. Find out what each role entails and if you fit the bill. By Kevin Woo, The Asian Parent | May 12, 2013 The
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EVOO and its benefits for Alzheimer’s patients
On May 5, 2013 by AdminBy Kevin Woo, Alzheimer’s Speaks | May 5, 2013 Rachael Ray may be on to something. The Food Network star has promoted the health benefits of high-end extra virgin olive oil – or EVOO as she affectionately calls it – for years. But now, researchers from the University of Louisiana think there may also be a
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Alzheimer’s disease and the importance of sleep
On May 4, 2013 by AdminBy Kevin Woo, Alzheimer’s Speaks | May 4, 2013 What time are you going to bed tonight? The answer probably will depend on a number of things you have to do before bedtime: clean up around the house, answer some emails, or maybe prepare for that big meeting in the morning. By the time
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The importance of donating your brain to science
On April 30, 2013 by AdminBy Kevin Woo, Alzheimer’s Speaks | May 1, 2013 Millions of people across the country have checked the “organ donor” box in their driver’s license. Although we don’t like to think about it, should something happen, our vital organs will be harvested and given to an organ recipient. Some of the most commonly transplanted organs
How your brain works
Brain food – you are what you eat
On April 25, 2013 by AdminBy Kevin Woo, Alzheimer’s Speaks | April 25, 2013 There’s an old saying, “You are what you eat.” Dr. Neal Barnard and his family grew up eating typical Midwestern fare – meat-and-potatoes. He says that not so coincidentally many members of his family got Alzheimer’s or another form of dementia at a young age. Barnard
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Fathers raising daughters: 10 tips all dads should know
On April 23, 2013 by AdminAs the saying goes, Men are from Mars and Women are from Venus. We are from completely different planets. That is why some dads find it daunting to find out that they’re having a baby girl. Read our 10 tips all dads should know for raising their daughters. By Kevin Woo, The
How your brain works
You Must Remember This
On April 22, 2013 by AdminHow to improve your memory By Kevin Woo One+ | May 11, 2011 MICHAEL JORDAN, DAVID BECKHAM OR SERENA WILLIAMS MIGHT COME IMMEDIATELY TO MIND if you were asked to name a world-famous athlete. Each is instantly recognizable, they’ve performed consistently well under pressure and all are champions. Children and adults queue for hours just
Travel & event planning
In Baltimore You Can Be Anything
On April 22, 2013 by AdminThe National Middle School Association held its 37th annual meeting in Baltimore in 2011 By Kevin Woo June 2, 2011 AMERICANS ARE TOLD AS CHILDREN THAT WITH SOME EFFORT WE CAN GROW UP TO BE POLICE OFFICERS, FIRE FIGHTERS, LAWYERS, DOCTORS OR EVEN THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES. But if you’re born to
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International Police Mountain Bike Association
On April 22, 2013 by AdminRide Free – Superior biking infrastructure, historical sites and eclectic neighborhoods led the International Police Mountain Bike Association to hold their annual convention in Richmond, Virginia By Kevin Woo One+ May 9, 2011 SEVEN SCORE AND SIX YEARS AGO, General Ulysses S. Grant and thousands of Union Army soldiers marched to Richmond, Virginia, on
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Salt Lake City – A City’s Evolution
On April 22, 2013 by AdminBy Kevin Woo One+ September 2, 2011 NOT LONG AGO, JAN SNEEGAS BEGAN PLANNING HER ORGANIZATION’S 2009 ANNUAL EVENT. As she ran through the list of requirements she concluded that nothing was overly onerous. The host city (preferably a West Coast destination) needed enough meeting space to accommodate 3,500 attendees during plenary sessions. The host
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Glen Campbell and Earth Day
On April 22, 2013 by AdminBy Kevin Woo, Alzheimer’s Speaks | April 22, 2013 Today is Earth Day. It’s a day when people around the world stop and take inventory of how their actions affect the planet. Today is also Glen Campbell’s 77th birthday and it was announced that he will release a new album on August 6. The album
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Business, Just Not As Usual
On April 10, 2013 by AdminThe ins and outs of doing business in China are what APEX learned on a recent overseas trip By Kevin Woo, One+ | April 2013 IMAGINE YOURSELF AS AN EXECUTIVE IN THE AIRLINE INDUSTRY. As such, you probably spend most of your time and effort looking for ways to maximize your company’s profitability. This could
Parenting
Road to adoption
On April 3, 2013 by AdminBy Kevin Woo, The Asian Parent | April 1, 2013 Seven years ago my wife and I faced the dilemma that many people our age face. We were past our childbearing years and the only way we would be able to have more children was through adoption. Our infertility doctor told us
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Budgeting for baby: How to save money
On April 1, 2013 by AdminBy Kevin Woo, The Asian Parent | March 30, 2013 When Danny and Tracy Kofke were married in 2000 they knew that someday they wanted children. Tracy wanted to be a stay-at-home mom, and the couple also wanted a comfortable, yet modest, life. From the time they got married, until their first
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Parenting advice I wish I heard sooner
On March 28, 2013 by AdminParenthood is not the easiest job in the world, but is definitely one of the most rewarding. Dr. Fran Walfish shares some important parenting tips that will help first-time parents survive the challenges and obstacles of parenthood. By Kevin Woo, The Asian Parent | March 26, 2013 This past Christmas the
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Delivery room survival tips
On March 23, 2013 by AdminThe day your baby is born will be one you’ll never forget. With a little advance planning you can avoid some bumps or misunderstandings. Check out our delivery room survival tips for dads here. By Kevin Woo, The Asian Parent | March 22, 2013 Seuk Kim is a delivery room expert.
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How to be a good parent
On March 23, 2013 by AdminParents find themselves confounded by their children, they’re not always sure what to do. Dr. Fran Walfish demystifies parenthood and offers advice on how to be a good parent. By Kevin Woo, The Asian Parent | March 19, 2013 Last week I bought a new Blu-ray disc player. When I got home
Parenting
Paternity leave for new dads
On March 12, 2013 by AdminEven dads need time off work to bond and help out around the house / hospital when they welcome their newborn into the world. Find out how new daddies can apply for paternity leave to spend more time with the new addition to the family in the article below. By Kevin Woo,
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Investment tips for parents
On March 12, 2013 by AdminWant to make sure you have enough money for college tuition and retirement? Follow Einstein’s advice and start investing early. By Kevin Woo, The Asian Parent | March 8, 2013 A wise man once said, “The most powerful force in the universe is compound interest.” You might be tempted to
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Finding Yourself In Fort Wayne, Indiana
On March 7, 2013 by AdminHundreds of thousands of people interested in unearthing their personal histories are drawn to the library in Fort Wayne, Indiana. By Kevin Woo One+| February 2013 SHORTLY AFTER THEY RETIED IN 1997, ALFREDA AND JIM BATDORFF DECIDED THEY NEEDED A HOBBY TO FILL THEIR NEWLY DISCOVERED FREE TIME. Ideally, the couple from Coos Bay, Oregon,
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Mapping the human brain with care
On February 22, 2013 by AdminBy Kevin Woo, Special to Alzheimer’s Speaks | February 22, 2013 During his most recent State of the Union address President Obama outlined an ambitious plan to invest billions (with a B) to map the human brain. Perhaps most of America missed the significance of his idea but, in essence, he challenged this generation
Health
Fourteen Million People Need Help
On February 9, 2013 by AdminBy Kevin Woo Special to Alzheimer’s Speaks | February 9, 2013 Did you hear the “big” news this week? A “new” study published in the journal, Neurology, estimates that by the year 2050 nearly 14 million people will be diagnosed with Alzheimer’s Disease and the costs associated with taking care of those patients will likely exceed $1 trillion (give or
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No Garden Variety Charette
On February 4, 2013 by AdminInnovative annual meetings are helping to transform Abe’s Garden into a much-needed center of excellence for the Alzheimer’s community. By Kevin Woo | February 4, 2013 There’s an old joke that often circulates within organizations: How do you measure success? Punchline: One meeting at a time. For Beth Zeitlin, the director of marketing and development
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Casey Kasem, The Weekly Top 40 and Alzheimer’s
On January 26, 2013 by AdminBy Kevin Woo | Special to Alzheimer’s Speaks January 26, 2013 Remember the days of Casey Kasem and the American Top 40? Anyone with a transistor radio probably spent time on the weekends listening to Kasem’s weekly show as he counted down to the number one most popular song. For me, the countdown was a weekly ritual and holds wonderful memories. As it
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Think Inside the Rocks in Denver
On January 25, 2013 by AdminIslandic wanted to rise above the noise at the annual SnowSports Industries of America conference to created a one-of-a-kind event at which attendees could experience Denver. By Kevin Woo One+| January 25, 2013 YOU’RE ALWAYS IN SEARCH OF THE PERFECT VENUE. You know, the one that has the perfect atmosphere, sends the perfect message to
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The Learning Lab at the Springhill Suites
On January 25, 2013 by AdminA new SpringHill Suites hotel in Denver is one of only 10 teaching hotels built on a U.S. college campus—80 percent of its workforce is made up of students from Metro State’s School of Hospitality, Tourism and Events. By Kevin Woo One+| January 25, 2013 MARRIOTT OPENED A NEW SPRINGHILL SUITES hotel in downtown
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First time fatherhood
On January 22, 2013 by AdminFirst-time dads have fears and anxieties too! Follow these 5 simple tips to help men make the transition to fatherhood. By Kevin Woo, The AsianParent.com, January 19, 2013 In his book, The Tale of Two Cities, Charles Dickens wrote, “It was the best of times. It was the worst of times.” That’s
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Would you risk your health to travel in space?
On January 15, 2013 by AdminBy Kevin Woo, Special to Alzheimer’s Speaks | January 15, 2013 Cast your gaze to the heavens. Imagine would it would be like to walk on the moon. Perhaps you’re even more adventuresome and hope that someday you’ll have the chance to visit Mars, the planet that holds so much fascination for earthlings. If
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Would you take a test to see if you have Alzheimer’s Disease?
On December 21, 2012 by AdminBy Kevin Woo | Special to Alzheimer’s Speaks December 21, 2012 If you had the opportunity to take a test to see if you are at risk for Alzheimer’s or another form of dementia would you? This past April, Avid Radiopharmaceuticals, an Eli Lilly subsidiary, received FDA approval for AMYViD, the first diagnostic PET tracer for estimation
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Can a diabetes drug help Alzheimer’s patients?
On December 12, 2012 by AdminBy Kevin Woo | Special to Alzheimer’s Speaks December 12, 2012 Last year a drug known as AC253, which was intended to help diabetics, was pulled from clinical trials and never made it to market. But medical researchers at the University of Alberta have discovered that the same drug, AC253, could block the toxic
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Home Alone? Say Hello.
On December 11, 2012 by AdminBy Kevin Woo | Special to Alzheimer’s Speaks December 11, 2012 How do you feel when you’re lonely? Empty? Depressed? Isolated? The Amsterdam Study of the Elderly recently concluded that of the 2,000 people who participated in a recent study, 64 percent had an increased risk of the disease if they felt alone. Dr. Tjalling
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