Standing in the delivery room wearing a flimsy pair of rewashed latex gloves and holding a pair of surgical scissors in my hands, I became acutely aware of one of the many statistics which had been shared with us on day one. I was a medical student working in a government hospital in KwaZulu Natal, South Africa; it was 1997. The figure flashing through my mind was that 50% of the women using the delivery unit were HIV positive.
It’s So Over: The Best Ways to Get Over a Breakup
Relationships can be blissful, but at times, like ‘all good things’ (and bad), some relationships come to an end. Therefore, you must embrace the change and move forward. However, for some, that’s a lot easier said than done. If it’s ‘so over,’ here are a few ways to help move on rather than dwell.
Out, Out, Brief Candle!
Why, I saw him shake his cloak
and laugh his throwback laugh
on the stage of the city theatre!
The Buzz About Baobab: A New African Superfood
Sub-Saharan Africa is known for its famous baobab tree. The baobab tree is known as the “Tree of Life,” and the “Upside-Down Tree.” The baobab tree is known as the “Tree of Life” due to its remarkable capacity to withstand harsh and arid heat.
Grad School Gave Me the Courage to Change Careers
To submit or not to submit. That was the choice I was to make as I contemplated applying to grad school for the third time. The first time had been a hard reject from a Library of Information Sciences program.
The Story of Depression, Struggle, and Befriending a Dog
Here is how a writer found his peace in the midst of chaos. It is the story of a young writer, struggling to keep up with his passion, while surviving a mental storm. Read how the Universe answered his questions through the means of a speechless animal.
How Technology is Rapidly Improving Online Experiences
Technology is evolving, and it’s evolving quickly. Gamers and internet users’ needs are changing, and because of this, online developers are having to rapidly adapt to these needs, by creating a truly immersive experience, and convenient ones too.
3 Beautiful European Old Towns You Must See
I have always believed that if you want to truly capture the essence of a country in the present, you need to see the oldest parts of it and understand how what was became what is. Because it is one of the oldest ‘civilized’ countries in the world I have always dreamed of traveling to Europe. Thanks to their ancient penchant for exploration they have influenced almost every single modern culture in existence today.
The History Of The Casino Industry From Casino di Venezia to The Hard Rock Casino
While the precise origin of gambling is unknown, history shows that gambling has been seen in some form or another throughout almost every society. Standout examples include the Ancient Greeks and Romans, Napoleonic France and Elizabethan England. All provide stories of entertainment based on chance.
Battery Urban Farm: Real Garden in the Heart of NYC
The modern era, enriched with progressive technology, has pushed us away from ever-providing Nature. The metropolitan lifestyle has forced adults and youths to forget about harvesting their own food. Because of this isolation, kids have no idea where the delicious fruit and vegetables come from. Do they come from the supermarket or the farmers’ market, or do the goods just appear from nowhere?
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