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Criminal Justice Program provides quality leaders in Florida law enforcement

It’s no surprise that criminal justice careers are in hot demand given the saturation of TV dramas centering on our nation’s law enforcement industry. They can be exciting to watch, but in reality the number of violent crimes is rising annually. According to the most recent statistics published by the U.S. Department of Justice statistics, Florida continues to rank second highest for violent crimes in the nation, totaling 131,880 in 2007. Everest Institute - Fort Lauderdale recognizes the need to produce quality leaders in the criminal justice system and announces today its first criminal justice associates degree program.

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Here are some of the latest developments in the world of health and medicine:

* Divorce Can Break More than Just Your Heart. Divorce increases the chances for serious illness, and even remarriage can’t heal the damage. These are the conclusions of two University of Chicago researchers who specialize in studying the links between marriage and health

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Because the current Recession was so severe, most economists don’t expect the unemployment picture to improve much until the end of 2009 or early 2010. But when that happens, expect companies to look for the best-qualified candidates they can find.

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A day in the life of a carpenter has its own set of rewards. Sure, the work can be a challenge and the days long, but there's nothing like the feeling of knowing what you're building will be a lasting monument to your skills and professional talents.

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Here are some interesting developments from the world of health and medicine:

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If you have ever seen a television police procedural like CSI: Crime Scene Investigations, Law & Order or even The Closer, you probably have a good idea of what a forensic science technician does. Usually employed by city, county, state or federal law enforcement agencies, forensic science technicians are the people responsible for collecting, identifying, classifying, preserving and ultimately determining the meaning of physical evidence collected at a crime scene. Forensic science technicians are often required to testify in court about the nature of their discoveries and how they made them.

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Of the literally dozens of massage styles practiced in the United States and Canada, one that is becoming particularly popular is Shiatsu. Founded in Japan, Shiatsu—also called “acupressure”—is a hands-on therapy that mainly involves the use of fingers, thumbs and palms on specific areas of the body to clear away organic “imbalances” and promote general health. You can find Shiatsu offered in most major spas and other massage salons throughout North America.

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As the health care industry continues to undergo change, demand for a work force that's able to keep pace will remain robust. Successful career training in the field can play a major role in qualifying an individual to compete for jobs as they become available.

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If you are planning to have a career anywhere in the business world, there are several commonly used computer programs you need to master. Because most North American businesses use some version of the Windows operating system, all of these programs are either produced by Microsoft or are compatible with Microsoft/IBM technology.

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Here’s the latest news from the world of dentistry and oral health:

* Could Your Brushing Habits be Making You Fat? Researchers at the British Dental Health Foundation have discovered that obese individuals—both men and women—tend to have a higher percentage of the bacteria selenomonas noxia—in their mouths.

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The recession has affected all areas of the economy in one way or another, and has resulted in some job losses even in the medical field. However, there is still potential for employment and job security in more specialized areas of medicine. Dialysis technician training is still in high demand because it's a life saving procedure that's covered by major health insurance carriers as well as Medicaid.

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Here are some of the latest developments in the world of health and medicine:

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Nursing is a discipline in the health care industry that has always experienced stable growth. It's important for the aspiring nurse to know that nursing programs are generally fast-paced, and require students to have at least a G.E.D. and be able to pass an entrance examination.

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Clear speaking is a sign of clear thinking. Unfortunately, common American speech is littered with redundancies, repetitive phrases that add words without adding meaning.

Here are a few common redundancies you hear all the time, but probably never stopped to consider how pointless they are.

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There are literally dozens of types of massage practiced by professional therapists in the United States and Canada. By far the most popular is the “Swedish Massage,” sometimes called simply “relaxation massage,” “classic massage” or even “traditional massage.” It was introduced to the U.S. in 1858 as the “Swedish Movement Cure.”

But just what is a “Swedish Massage,” and what makes it different from other styles?

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Thanks to rapidly advancing technology, today’s law enforcement agencies often have a broad range of “non-lethal” or, more accurately, “less-than-lethal” weapons they can use to achieve desired results. Be they kinetic, chemical or electronic, these tools give police the flexibility they need to respond with a level of force most appropriate to the situation at hand and avoid unintended casualties.

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Becoming a paralegal is not as difficult as you might at first think. Paralegals keep busy, and one of the only services they can't perform is presenting cases in court, giving legal advice, or setting fees or accepting cases. However, it still leaves a wide array of legal duties that paralegals can perform.

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Saturday, July 4, is American Independence Day, on which we celebrate the 233rd anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence.

Here are some things you may not know about Independence Day:

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Here are some of the latest developments in the world of health and medicine:

*FDA Panel Issues Warnings on Prescription/Non-Prescription Painkillers.
*Vitamin D Deficiency on the Rise.
*Proper Grilling Can Reduce Cancer Risks.
*Food Commercials Linked to Overeating

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Looking for an interesting entry-level profession that is as close as you can get to recession-proof? Then consider training as a pharmacy technician.

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