The Placebo Effect

by Brian posted on May 10, 2013 in category Health

The term “placebo” was initially used to describe the treatment administered by false physicians in the 1700s, but it was soon found that fake medication could be used in medical research to determine the effectiveness of genuine prescription drugs. Check out this infographic to dive deeper into the phenomena that changed the way medication is developed.

Patient: HEAL THYSELF...
Source: Nursing School Hub

POS Vulnerabilities You Didn’t Know Were There

by Brian posted on May 10, 2013 in category Business

In 2012, the Retail Industry made up 45% of data breach investigations. This is the highest percentage in retail history, and a 15% increase over 2011. Many small businesses think they are not a target for data breaches, but that is not the case. Check out the infographic below presented by MerchantWarehouse to learn about POS vulnerabilities for small businesses.

Where is Your Point of Sale System Vulnerable - InfographicBrought to you by Merchant Warehouse

How Is Media Affecting Kids?

by Brian posted on May 9, 2013 in category Technology

Digital media has provided the masses with nearly unlimited sources of entertainment and learning opportunities. However, many parents are concerned that digital media is causing their children to be distracted and more focused on forms of instant gratification than gratification that stems from long-term goal setting and accomplishment. Check out this infographic to learn more about digital media in the hands of our children.

How Is Media Affecting Kids?
Source: Early Childhood Education Degrees

The Love Connection

by Brian posted on May 9, 2013 in category Health

Many health benefits can be had from a healthy relationship with a significant other. Although engaging in sexual intercourse will release endorphins and corticosteroids that help with chronic pain such as arthritis and back pain, lower mortality rates in general are associated with most people in relationships. Of course, many of these positive effects are negated if/when the relationship severs. Check out this infographic to learn more about love and health!

The Love Connection: Intimacy, Health, and Longevity
Image source: www.master-of-health-administration.com

Greenest Ways To Get Around

by Brian posted on May 7, 2013 in category Environment

Close to 30 percent of the greenhouse gases released in the United States come from transportation. You can help reduce these gases by using greener methods of traveling. Check out the infographic below to see some of the greenest ways to get around.

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