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Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. This item is printed on demand - it takes 3-4 days longer - Neuware -Please note that the content of this book primarily consists of articles available from Wikipedia or other free sources online. Onchocerciasis, also known as river blindness or Robles disease, is a parasitic disease caused by infection by the nematode Onchocerca volvulus. The disease causes skin and eye inflammation that can lead to blindness. The parasite is transmitted to humans by the black fly which breeds in fast-flowing rivers. The flies were so omnipresent in some areas that the population sometimes left their villages, although they often had fertile agricultural lands. The majority of onchocerciasis cases are found in sub-Saharan Africa but some isolated cases have been reported in South America. 88 pp. Englisch.…

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. This item is printed on demand - it takes 3-4 days longer - Neuware -Please note that the content of this book primarily consists of articles available from Wikipedia or other free sources online. A recent large-scale, randomized study of zone therapy offers the strongest evidence yet that it can help cancer patients manage their symptoms and perform daily tasks. This study investigated zone as a complement to standard cancer treatment. On the other hand, official reports have highlighted that zone therapy could change the personality and attitude of victims of autism towards positivity. Zone therapy is wellknown for easifying the pregnancy process of future mothers zone therapy allows labour pain to become easier to cope with. However, it is essential to note that zone therapy does not reduce nausea. According to experts, zone therapy is based on the idea that stimulating specific points on the feet can improve the functioning of corresponding organs, glands, and other parts of the body. Englisch.…

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. This item is printed on demand - it takes 3-4 days longer - Neuware -Please note that the content of this book primarily consists of articles available from Wikipedia or other free sources online. Scientists have long held that crabs are unable to feel pain because they lack the biology to do so, but behavioral evidence has recently shown otherwise! There has been a long belief that crabs only show a flinch reflex or nociceptive response to a painful stimulus. But new research adds weight to the argument - crustaceans do feel pain like we do because they can learn to avoid future painful experiences after being given an electric shock . The work with shore crabs, a species related to edible crabs tested whether the species were able to discriminate between one of two shelters and show more than just a reflex reaction to an electric shock. When 90 crabs were placed individually into a brightly lit tank they scuttled off towards one of two dark shelters at either end . The crabs naturally seek out dark crevices to avoid predators. Englisch.…

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. This item is printed on demand - it takes 3-4 days longer - Neuware -Please note that the content of this book primarily consists of articles available from Wikipedia or other free sources online. Latest news 2013: the Welsh government have announced that they are taking action in order to speed up the time it takes to diagnose women who have ovarian cancer! The Welsh government has also advanced that they are monitoring cancer diagnosis so that ways to improve survival rates can be developed. To put it bluntly, health officials have underlined that women diagnosed at the earliest stage of ovarian cancer can potentially have a five year survival rate. However, medical reports have recorded only 36% of sufferers in the United Kingdom who are living this long after diagnosis. As a matter of fact, this is a survival rate which is among the worst in Europe! Official statistics is alarming with more than 380 women contracting ovarian cancer annually in Wales. Meanwhile, medical reports have shown that the delays of diagnosis and treatments have cut short the life of the multiple victims. Englisch.…

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. This item is printed on demand - it takes 3-4 days longer - Neuware -Please note that the content of this book primarily consists of articles available from Wikipedia or other free sources online. Could comet ISON become the comet of the century Scientific analysts have brought up evidence showing that this could happen in the near future! Scientists have stated that the iceball ISON, is going to make a hairpin turn around the Sun in late 2013 and can turn out to be a spectacular showing. Yet, comets are unpredictable! Basically, ISON is a rare supercomet is estimated to come to perihelion on November 28, 2013 at a distance of 1, 800, 000 km from the center point of the Sun. The ISON has proved to outshine the moon even by day. Scientists have advanced that the comet ISON was first seen in September 2012. The ISON comet is moving towards the sun from the outer solar system. According to experts, this comet which is also known as the C/2012 S1 could contain volatine gases unlike other comets. Englisch.…

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. This item is printed on demand - it takes 3-4 days longer - Neuware -Please note that the content of this book primarily consists of articles available from Wikipedia or other free sources online. The exploration of spirituality is attracting readers. Reports have highlighted that the younger generation is looking for religious texts and books on palmistry, metaphysics and the unknown to better understand the human self and to overcome the everyday problems of life. On the other hand, the medical scientists have brought up evidence that skin patterns dermatoglyphics is a mixture of genetic abnormalities and unusual markings in the hand. Also known as Chiromancy, palmistry is the process of foretelling people's future by reading the imprints and marks of the human palm. The hand that one uses is referred to as the major hand which demonstrates the future. Tracing back history, palmistry has migrated from India to other countries like Greece, Egypt, Persia and Syria in ancient times. Palmistry revives its foundation on the experiments conducted by Desbarrolles and d'Arpentigny in 19th century. For instance, if an individual right-handed, her right hand denotes the present and the left hand represents the past. 92 pp. Englisch.…

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. This item is printed on demand - it takes 3-4 days longer - Neuware -Please note that the content of this book primarily consists of articles available from Wikipedia or other free sources online. According to anthropologists, divination is a form of religious communication in which the supernatural powers or some supreme being gives, or is coerced into giving direct information about future events. Anthropologists also suggest that there are three forms of divination: one is that the supernatural being sends the message as in omens; second is that the person initiates asking the supernatural for answers; and lastly, the supernatural communicates to man through dreams or in trance. In 2013, technological tools like the internet have exposed the existence of divination and the various methods of divination - Tarot reading, Numerology, Feng Shui, Compatibility, Psychic, Runes, Zodiac, Palmistry, Divination, Kabbalah, Dreams and others. Besides, there are numerous websites which have then classified the various methods of divination in specific categories like Vedic Astrology, Chinese Astrology, Greek Astrology, Celtic Astrology, Egyptian Astrology, Karmic Astrology. Englisch.…

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. This item is printed on demand - it takes 3-4 days longer - Neuware -Please note that the content of this book primarily consists of articles available from Wikipedia or other free sources online. The concept of Yin and Yang which affects the Chinese Zodiac by assigning opposing forces to each animal sign. The odd years are Yin years and the even years are Yang years. Yin is perceived as earth, female, dark, and passive while Yang is perceived as male, heaven, light, and active. However, Yin and Yang are in pairs but are not static. The nature of YinYang lies in interchange and interplay of the two components. For example, day and night can symbolize Yang and Yin respectively. According to Chinese philosophers, Yin and Yang are opposite in nature but they are part of nature. Hence, the Yin and Yang rely upon each other so deeply that they can hardly exist without each other. More importantly, the balance of Yin and Yang is of utter significance for maintaining the equilibrium of the universe. Englisch.…

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. This item is printed on demand - it takes 3-4 days longer - Neuware -Please note that the content of this book primarily consists of articles available from Wikipedia or other free sources online. Astrologers have mentioned that the Rabbit-Monkey love bond can hardly work since one among these two is bound to keep crying in sorrow. The Rabbit and the Monkey have different natures which can act as an obstacle for understanding and co-operation. The Rooster-Sheep relationship can be a very moody and hurtful one. According to analysts, the Rooster-Sheep bond is more likely to experience cries, shouts, sulking episodes and emotional hurts rather than laughters. Englisch.…

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. This item is printed on demand - it takes 3-4 days longer - Neuware -Please note that the content of this book primarily consists of articles available from Wikipedia or other free sources online. Righteousness and Holiness are the two things that all religion should preach their people. The Prophets of God has laid much emphasis on learning about speaking the truth for it is only the truth that can free humanity. Meanwhile, ancient philosophy always highlights God as being the underlying rational order the laws of Nature. Subsequently, the modern day naturalists conceive of all of Nature as One interconnected whole, operating by the same laws including the workings of our minds then the logic of referring to general concepts which cross the boundary between that with and without human agency begins to make more sense. Non-stealing, self control, spirituality instead of materialism, having faith in the Supreme, inspiring good in others, self-denial, selfless love are some basic elements which lead to light, positivity and righteousness. 96 pp. Englisch.…

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. This item is printed on demand - it takes 3-4 days longer - Neuware -Please note that the content of this book primarily consists of articles available from Wikipedia or other free sources online. Being the 4th sign of the western astrology, the cancer find happiness when they are in their home among their family. According to various astrological research, cancers tend to be maternal by nature and develop much domesticity and love for nurturing others. Hence, cancers will certainly be merry if their home life is serene and harmonious. Reports have shown that traditions are highly respected within a Cancer's household and are transmitted from generation to generation. Cancers have also proved to be patriotic and tend to become emotional over the slightest things and memories. Ahead of all, the Cancer is represented by the crab. Just like the crab, the Cancers make use of their shell whenever they feel insecure. Unfortunately, the evil side of the Cancer is resentment. The Cancers never forgive and never forget. Englisch.…

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. This item is printed on demand - it takes 3-4 days longer - Neuware -Please note that the content of this book primarily consists of articles available from Wikipedia or other free sources online. Due to heavy snow, the various travel companies have warned of the widespread travel disruptions and train firms have put out revised timetables. Besides, official reports have demonstrated that there are large areas of the United Kingdom which have ended up with a covering of snow up to 30cm . As a matter of fact, hundreds of schools have been closed. Besides, a rare red Met Office warning for snow is in place for parts of Wales, meaning severe disruption is likely. There is an amber warning for Northern Ireland and most of England with snow also due in parts of Scotland . Indeed, there have been widespread school closures in England with more than 400 in Hampshire and the Isle of Wight. Meanwhile, there are 300 schools in Norfolk which had to close along with 300 schools and colleges in Gloucestershire. Englisch.…

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. This item is printed on demand - it takes 3-4 days longer - Neuware -Please note that the content of this book primarily consists of articles available from Wikipedia or other free sources online. Yum! Brands, Inc. or simply Yum! is a United States-based Fortune 500 corporation. It is headquartered in Louisville, Kentucky and operates KFC, Pizza Hut, Taco Bell and WingStreet restaurants around the world. Yum! is the world's largest fast food restaurant company in terms of system units as it has more than 38,000 restaurant outlets in over 120 countries. In 2011, Yum!'s global sales totaled more than US$12 billion. Englisch.…

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. This item is printed on demand - it takes 3-4 days longer - Neuware -Please note that the content of this book primarily consists of articles available from Wikipedia or other free sources online. The United States Department of the Treasury is an executive department and the treasury of the United States federal government. It was established by an Act of Congress in 1789 to manage government revenue and is administered by the Secretary of the Treasury, who is a member of the Cabinet. The first Secretary of the Treasury was Alexander Hamilton, who came into office on the 11th of September 1789. President George Washington initially asked Robert Morris to serve as the Treasury's Secretary but the latter declined and recommended Hamilton. Englisch.…

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. This item is printed on demand - it takes 3-4 days longer - Neuware -Please note that the content of this book primarily consists of articles available from Wikipedia or other free sources online. Smuggling is the illegal transportation of goods or persons, for example out of a building, into a prison, or across an international border. There are various motivations to smuggle, which include the participation in illegal trade such as drug trade and trade of counterfeits, in illegal immigration or illegal emigration, tax evasion, providing unauthorised goods to a prison inmate, or the theft of the items being smuggled. 92 pp. Englisch.…

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. This item is printed on demand - it takes 3-4 days longer - Neuware -Please note that the content of this book primarily consists of articles available from Wikipedia or other free sources online. On the 14th of December, a young man of 20 years old identified as Adam Lanza fatally shot twenty children and six adult staff members at Sandy Hook Elementary School in Newtown, Connecticut. Before driving to the school to commit the shooting, he killed his mother, Nancy Lanza, at their nearby home. After his crimes, he committed suicide at the school making a total death toll of 28 persons. Englisch.…

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. This item is printed on demand - it takes 3-4 days longer - Neuware -Please note that the content of this book primarily consists of articles available from Wikipedia or other free sources online. The River Pig is a finless porpoise which can be located in the Yangtz river. In addition to this, these blob-like animals are mostly found in the shallow waters of Chinese and Indian coasts. Unfortunately, these species are becoming more and more rare. Official statistics have recorded that the River Pig used to be 177 in numbers in 2006 while in 2012, only 91 of them are left. The alarming decrease have pushed the Chinese researchers to reveal that these finless porpoises are going to become extinct very soon. The main reasons for the rapid decrease are water pollution and massive river traffic. Finless porpoise deaths have been caused by boat strikes and fishing gear accidents as well as the severe droughts caused by climate change. Englisch.…

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. This item is printed on demand - it takes 3-4 days longer - Neuware -Please note that the content of this book primarily consists of articles available from Wikipedia or other free sources online. scientific researchers from the University of Washington have found that having kidney disease meant a much higher risk of early death. Besides, some British health professionals have underlined that the National Health Service is failing to put effort into detecting and monitoring kidney problems caused by diabetes. Official medical statistics have recorded that there are only seven in 10 patients who get annual checks. More importantly, reporters have demonstrated that there are more than 5% of people in the United Kingdom who have been diagnosed with diabetes and kidney disease. In the United States, there are about 26 million people who have contracted diabetes and the number is still growing. Further medical reports have registered that the kidney disease was present in 9.4% of the people without diabetes and 42.3% of those with diabetes. In addition to this, it has been reported that 7.7% of those without diabetes or kidney disease died eventually. 92 pp. Englisch.…

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. This item is printed on demand - it takes 3-4 days longer - Neuware -Please note that the content of this book primarily consists of articles available from Wikipedia or other free sources online. Victims of photophobia have advanced that they have much difficulty to drive at night and it is difficult to cope with the light of the sun during daytime. Photophobia is basically the outcome of burns occured in the eye, corneal ulcer and corneal abrasion, corneal dystrophy, excessive wearing of contact lenses, meningitis and migraine pain. The most common symptoms of photophobia are headache, nausea, blurred vision, swelling, dizziness, itching, redness, neck stifness and wound in the eye. In order to reduce the pain of the eyes, victims of photophobia are recommended to avoid sunlight, to close the eyes as long as possible, to wear dark glasses and to make sure to live within a darken room. 92 pp. Englisch.…

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. This item is printed on demand - it takes 3-4 days longer - Neuware -Please note that the content of this book primarily consists of articles available from Wikipedia or other free sources online. Macular degeneration or age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is a medical condition which generally affects older adults and causes the loss of vision in the center of the visual field the macula because of damage to the retina. The condition is one of the main causes of blindness and visual impairment in adults who are aged over 50 years old. Macular degeneration can make it difficult or impossible to read or recognize faces, although enough peripheral vision remains to allow other daily activities. Englisch.…

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. This item is printed on demand - it takes 3-4 days longer - Neuware -Please note that the content of this book primarily consists of articles available from Wikipedia or other free sources online. Scientific professionals have reassured the British and French inhabitants that the gas methyl mercaptan is not harmful despite its nauseabond smell. Again, the Mercaptan gas has been diluted before entering the air, hence, it can hardly cause harm. Ahead of all, the Mercaptan gas also scientifically referred to as the Methanethiol, is a harmless yet pungent-smelling gas. The chemical formula for methanethiol is CH3SH and is classified as a thiol. The colorless gas Methanethiol is very flammable. Englisch.…

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. This item is printed on demand - it takes 3-4 days longer - Neuware -Please note that the content of this book primarily consists of articles available from Wikipedia or other free sources online. Scientists have underlined that the increasing abundance of roe deer appears to be having an impact on woodlands. Indeed, official data collected from the 35 sites of the United Kingdom have shown an apparent relationship between increasing roe deer density and a decrease in shrub diversity and cover. More importantly, research and findings have laid emphasis on the fact that overgrazing by deer had a knock-on effect that undermined woodland ecologies. In addition to this scientific researchers have mentioned that deers often have specific impacts on vulnerable habitat as well as agriculture and forestry specially since the animals tend to range over large areas and need to be managed on a landscape scale, with collaboration between landowners. It is crucial to note that ecologists have warned that the threat from deer to woodlands consist of a number of factors - a reduction in the growth and density of saplings, bark damage and a change in the composition of under-storey vegetation. In-depth research have demonstrated that there are more than 74, 000 roe deers which are killed every year. Englisch.…

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. This item is printed on demand - it takes 3-4 days longer - Neuware -Please note that the content of this book primarily consists of articles available from Wikipedia or other free sources online. Medical news 2013: A multi-million Euro initiative is bringing together researchers from across the world to develop new diagnostic tools and new treatments for people with rare diseases and to connect research data in this area on a global scale. The EU has announced 38 million Euro funding for research towards new treatments and for the development of a central global rare disease hub involving 70 institutions that will allow scientists to share data from their genomics research projects. Meanwhile, there are many medical scientists who are working on gene therapy for treating orphan diseases like Fabry disease. Scientific researchers have stated that almost all the rare diseases are caused by changes in genes are are thus called genetic diseases. Official medical statistics have shown that rare diseases affect one person in every 17. 80%. According to researchers, there are more that 7, 000 identified rare diseases. Some rare diseases are nephrotic syndrome and conditions like Huntington's disease, ataxia and muscular dystrophy. Englisch.…

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. This item is printed on demand - it takes 3-4 days longer - Neuware -Please note that the content of this book primarily consists of articles available from Wikipedia or other free sources online. Astrologers have predicted that 2013 is a year where many singles will make romance resolutions for the year ahead. For romantics, the stars promise luck to those who are serious about love and relationships, making 2013 a good year for marriages. According to astrologists the air signs Aquarius, Libra and Gemini are the luckiest signs of 2013. The Aquarius are going to show their creative ideas which will be well appreciated along with the good leadership qualities. 80 pp. Englisch.…

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. This item is printed on demand - it takes 3-4 days longer - Neuware -Please note that the content of this book primarily consists of articles available from Wikipedia or other free sources online. Do you love adventures and have you already developed a zest for life Well, if it is so, then you must surely be a sagittarius! The Sagittarian is filled with energy and fresh excitement even in the most calm moments. His open mind and passion for learning have aroused his sense of learning through adventures. The Sagittarians are individuals who always speak their mind. Their over-confidence inspires many. These individuals trust themselves more than anyone else. The Sagittarians always approach life with much enthusiasm. According to astrologers, the Sagittarius-born persons tend to be very generous towards their loved ones. They are filled with lively sense of humour and live life at its fullest. Ahead of all, the Sagittarius zodiac is of the Sun sign. Englisch.…

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. This item is printed on demand - it takes 3-4 days longer - Neuware -Please note that the content of this book primarily consists of articles available from Wikipedia or other free sources online. Predicting the future is not easy! Yet, with the help of cards normal playings cards or Tarot cards, fortune-tellers can foretell what destiny reserves. Moreover, numbers (numerology) can also help fortune-tellers in their predictions. There are experts who can even use the date of birth of a querent to tell fate via the latter's astrology as well as by means of cards. In 2013, the Aries have the lucky number 7; the Taurus have 1; the Gemini 4; the Cancer 2; Leo 14; Virgo 10; Libra 9; Scorpio 6; Sagittarius 4; Capricorn 4; Aquarius 5; Pisces 82. For those interested in Tarot readings and Cards reading (Normal playing cards), they are either requested to draw 3 cards which are going to symbolise the past, the present and the future or they can draw the number of cards which they wish to. For example, if a person loves the number 6, she/she can draw six cards while a individual who considers number 9 as her/his lucky number, can draw nine cards which they can read afterwards in the order which they have drawn the cards. Englisch.…

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. This item is printed on demand - it takes 3-4 days longer - Neuware -Please note that the content of this book primarily consists of articles available from Wikipedia or other free sources online. Scientific researchers have discovered some newly world wonders 5, 000 year-old Sakara village with the Ness of Brogdar temple complex; Demeter temple in Sicily, El Castillo of Spain; Chantress tomb in Egypt and a Pyramid in Honduras among others. The amazing discoveries have given rise to enormous curiosities. Scientific researcher have armed themselves with new dating techniques which have traced the Ice Age artwork in El Castillo cave in Cantabria. The pictures of the El Castillo cave dated more than 40, 000 years old. As a matter of fact, scientists have note that this make El Castillo cave being Europe's oldest cave. Meanwhile, in the West of the globe, researchers have unearthed the tomb of an Egyptian princess of the 5th Dynasty. According to experts, the tomb has more than 4, 500 years which has now become the sight of many tourists. In fact, archaeologists have uneartherd the tomb from a massive ancient Memphis cemetery in the Western desert. Englisch.…

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. This item is printed on demand - it takes 3-4 days longer - Neuware -Please note that the content of this book primarily consists of articles available from Wikipedia or other free sources online. Self-confidence is an important element of success. No one can make you feel inferior without your consent! It is very crucial for an individual to explore and exploit his/her strengths while relying upon them. But beware, excessive confidence can lead to dogmatism, inflexibility and gradual downfall. Fair enough, official reports have shown that multiple schools of the world are now teaching self-confidence; universities are threatening to run courses in self-confidence and some have even offered degrees in the theory and practice of self-confidence. Englisch.…

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. This item is printed on demand - it takes 3-4 days longer - Neuware -Please note that the content of this book primarily consists of articles available from Wikipedia or other free sources online. In 2013, there are five eclipses: full Moon in Scorpio on April 26; new Moon in Taurus on May 10; full Moon in Sagittarius on May 25; full Moon in Aries on October 19 and new Moon in Scorpio on November 31. Each eclipse affects every sign and every match. It is essential to note that astrology has been used to describe many different things human personality traits, prediction of future events, identification of auspicious times and even existence of extraterrestrial beings2. According to astrologers, the Libra and the Leo are made for each other. Being a fire sign, the Leo is allowed to burn brighter and brighter with the presence of the Libra who is under the air sign. Apart from being lovers, the Libra and the Leo can be closest friends where their friendship can last a lifetime. Being together, the Libra and the Leo ( see Chapter ' Leo (astrology) ') communicate well and have much to talk to each other. Nonetheless, the Libra and the Leo can also tend to be bossy and to have control but they will manage to do it in turn. Experts have mentioned that the Cancer and the Virgo ( see Chapter ' Virgo (astrology) ') makes an almost perfect couple. 80 pp. Englisch.…

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. This item is printed on demand - it takes 3-4 days longer - Neuware -Please note that the content of this book primarily consists of articles available from Wikipedia or other free sources online. High-intensity interval training (HIIT), also known as high-intensity intermittent exercise (HIIE) or sprint interval training, is an enhanced form of interval training. It is an exercise strategy which alternates periods of short intense anaerobic exercise with less-intense recovery periods. HIIT is a form of cardiovascular exercise which generally consists of sessions of 9 to 20 minutes. These short, intense workouts provide improved athletic capacity and condition, improved glucose metabolism, and improved fat burning. 88 pp. Englisch.…