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International Women’s Day

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Messages for International Women’s Day  "There is one universal truth, applicable to all countries, cultures and communities: violence against women is never acceptable, never excusable, never tolerable.“ UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon "Today on International Women's Day and every day, let us go forward with courage, conviction and commitment, with the message that women's issues are global issues that deserve urgent priority.” -UN Women Executive Director -Michelle Bachelet..... International Women's Day has been observed since in the early 1900's, a time of great expansion and turbulence in the industrialized world that saw booming population growth and the rise of radical ideologies. 1908 Great unrest and critical debate was occurring amongst women. Women's oppression and inequality was spurring women to become more vocal and active in campaigning for change. Then in 1908, 15,000 women marched through New York City demanding shorter hours, b

Life is journey

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Sometimes the pressure Is so high... The hours are so long... The problems so big... The whole world seems to be against you... Do you know what you should do? Pretend that all that is not happening to you! Have fun! Act silly Don’t listen to the ones who make you feel depressed! Smile! Ignore your problems! Do what you enjoy! Stop worrying! Be warm and loving! Make fun of trouble! Leave your fears aside and... Be a bit ridiculous! Fight for perfection... ...but not to exhaustion! Life is better when we have fun... ...so do anything you like. And the most important: Life doesn’t end today... And doesn’t start tomorrow... Don’t stop!! Each minute of stress is wasted time” This is why I wish you: A little madness and a little imagination, so you can see life better than usual!!

Teens

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Teens 2012: Truth, Trends, and Myths About Teen Online Behavior Kristen Purcell, Ph.D. Associate Director, Research Pew Internet ProjectACT Enrollment Planners Annual Conference July 11, 2012 • Part of the Pew Research Center, a nonpartisan “fact tank” based in Washington, DC• PRC’s mission is to provide high quality, objective data to thought leaders and policymakers• Data for this talk is from nationally representative telephone surveys of U.S. adults and teens (on landlines and cell phones)• Presentation slides and all data are available at pewinternet.org The Internet:Then and Now Internet Use in the U.S. in 2000 Slow, stationary connections 46% of US adults used the internet built around a desktop computer 5% had home broadband connections 53% owned a cell phone 0% connected to internet wirelessly 0% used social network sites _________________________Information flowed mainly one way Information consumption was a stationary activity The Internet in 2012 Mobile

International Day of the Girl Child

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On December 19, 2011, the United Nations General Assembly adopted Resolution 66/170 to declare 11 October as the International Day of the Girl Child, to recognize girls’ rights and the unique challenges girls face around the world. For its second observance, this year’s Day will focus on “Innovating for Girls’ Education”. The fulfilment of girls’ right to education is first and foremost an obligation and moral imperative. There is also overwhelming evidence that girls’ education, especially at the secondary level, is a powerful transformative force for societies and girls themselves: it is the one consistent positive determinant of practically every desired development outcome, from reductions in mortality and fertility, to poverty reduction and equitable growth, to social norm change and democratization. ---UN 3

History of Women's Dress and Clothing in Egypt

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                  Egypt sees itself, and is seen, as part of Africa and also the Middle East. The Muslim Arab invasion of 640-2 was followed by a very gradual conversion to Islam. Nominally part of the Ottoman Empire from 1517 – 1914, Egypt was briefly invaded by the French in 1798/9, and fought over by the British. In the early 19th century, nationalist ruler Mohammed Ali initiated a major modernisation programme. Egypt was occupied by the British in 1882, a sovereign state in 1922, and the British finally left after World War II. In 1952 the monarchy was overthrown. Egypt has a population of 70 million, 90% Muslim and 10% Coptic Christian, other Christian and Jews. Minority ethnic groups include Nubians, Bedouins, and Arab and Nilotic nomads. Dress History A wealth of images exists of women in Pharaonic, Greek and Roman Egypt, but from 4th to 18th centuries AD almost none. The upper, urban classes during the Ottoman Empire would have worn similar styles to those in Turkey.

Oral hygiene instructions

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Dr. It is time for us not to think of our mouths as somehow disconnected from the rest of our bodies. The same blood flows through them, the same nerves go to them. To have a healthy body, you need a healthy mouth. Oral Hygiene Oral hygiene includes all the processes for keeping mouth clean and healthy. Good oral hygiene is necessary for prevention of dental caries, periodontal diseases, bad breath and other dental problems. Importance of good oral hygiene:   Prevention is always better than cure. Good oral hygiene habits will keep away most of the dental problems saving you from toothaches and costly dental treatments.   Awareness regarding the importance of oral hygiene has significantly increased in the developed countries, but contrary to that, the modern dietary lifestyle habits are posing a greater risk for oral health. Good oral health is important to your overall well-being. By maintaining good oral hygiene we can prevent Dental caries Gingivitis Periodontitis Halitosis

Gingivitis

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What is gingivitis? Gingivitis is mild gum disease. It is an infection caused by germs called bacteria, that hurts your gums. Occurs when buildup of plaque (sticky film) on teeth and gums. Plaque contains bacteria that can irritate your gums, and cause an infection  Not brushing or flossing your teeth every day, or cleaning your teeth well enough to remove plaque. Not visiting your dentist regularly for exams and cleanings Pregnancy, diabetes, HIV infection, and diseases that decrease your immune system Your bodys immune system fights off infection  Smoking or chewing tobacco, poor diet, and stress. Taking certain types of medicines such as steroids, drugs that treat depression, and birth control pills  Having dental problems that make it hard to remove plaque. This may include bridges or dentures that do not fit right, and crooked teeth. Getting older, and having a family history of gum disease  Red, swollen gums. Gums may or may not be painful. Gums may bleed when brush or flo

WALKING ON BEACH

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From a distance a woman can be seen walking along a beach and regularly bending down to pick something up and throw it into the sea. As she gets nearer a passer-by sees she is throwing stranded starfish back into the water. "That's pointless" he says, "there are so many starfish stranded on this beach you can't possibly make a difference." The woman bends down and throws another one into the sea, "Made a difference to that one." she says. Sometimes the problems of the world together with our own more immediate issues can seem so overwhelming we just don't think we can make a difference to anything. But a kind word to a friend or stranger, a smile at the supermarket checkout does make a difference. Can you remember when someone paid you a casual, sincere but unexpected compliment? Well others remember what you say just as you remember what they say and you do make a difference... we usually think that everyone is doing wrong and getting bene