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85The Rattlesnake Roundup in Sweetwater Texas
Between the years 1994-2007, I lived in Abilene Texas and it was an interesting experience. Abilene is not a big town, but its not as small as it used to be either. The population is about 100,000 now and...
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64My Favorite Funny Jerry Lewis Movies
Jerry Lewis what can I say one of the best comedian,singer,actor that I know of. MDA National chairman up until 2011.
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7610 Reasons to Thank the Fruit Fly: Insights into Human Disease
Most people find fruit flies to be annoying pests that hang out around fruit. These little flies have proven to be one of the best sources for studying the basis of many human diseases - find out how these flies have affected your life in a roundabout way!
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84L-Glycine Powder and Benefits to Your Health
Glycine is present in so many parts of the body, it is a necessary element in many functions. Even though, there are no specific signs and symptoms of glycine deficiency, it seems safe to say that some mood disorders, slow healing, problems with blood sugar levels, insomnia, enlarged prostate, and inconsistent energy level and low endurance levels may be due to a lack of glycine.
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80Things Not to Say to MS Sufferers - My Top 10 List!
Well you've discovered that someone you care about is diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis and you want to help/encourage them. Here are some pet peeves many MSers wish you would not say. It will make your loved one's life easier if you learn to avoid...
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76Jerry Lewis, MDA Chairman from 1952 - 2011; End of MDA Telethons as We Know Them
During Jerry's term as chairman (1952 - 2011), billions of dollars were raised for research, allowing MDA to be less dependent on government funding than other disease research entities in America had been. In addition, several types of neuromuscular diseases and conditions became treatable and curable through the results of telethon research dollars.
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70Celebrating The Simpsons Movie: Wacky Simpsons Meet Weird Chicago Convenience Stores at Seven Eleven
In the Summer of 2007, The Simpsons moved into Chicago and brought Springfield and its Kwik-E-Marts with them. These stores outdid their competitors hand over fist.
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60Loving the Love Ride
What's better than the throb of a hot Harley engine between your legs and the cool wind in your face? How about thousands of hot, throbbing Harley engines roaring down the road during the Love Ride? The Love...
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69MDA and the Jerry Lewis Labor Day Telethon: The Annual Telethon for the Muscular Dystrophy Association
Find out about MDA and how you can help people all over the world who have muscular diseases.
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63Pour Our Hearts Out
Jerry Lewis was the spokesman for the Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA)and ran an annual Labor Day telethon to raise funds for treatment and research for a cure for the disease. After more than 50 years, he stepped down from the role at the age of 85. In 2011, we missed his generous soul on the telethon and this Hub is a tribute to the dedication of Jerry Lewis.
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