Last week marked the 60th anniversary of the death of Henrietta Lacks, an indigent African-American woman whose cells changed modern medicine. The fascinating story of Henrietta, and her cells, abounds with ethical and moral controversy. Exploring these links will intrigue you?and get you debating! The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks Henrietta’s cells are the cornerstone… Read more »

At Home: Hands Off Let’s face it: air travel isn’t what it used to be. No longer the luxury experience of decades ago, It’s now often an ordeal to be endured. Passengers frequently complain about the smaller seats, reduced services, and lack of amenities. In fact, they’re so keen on keeping what few perks are… Read more »

Scholarships can seem difficult to locate, particularly for distance learning students. Search engines tend to be inefficient at locating a good match, and scrolling through lists of possibilities is usually a frustrating task. Good news: you may be eligible to apply for one of Athabasca University’s many scholarships. they’re available to both undergraduate and graduate… Read more »

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At Home: Birthing Live Most pre-birth seminars involve a ?realistic? film of the childbirth experience?and It’s often scarring. But Canadian birthing coach Nancy Salgueiro is combatting the negative stereotypes: She’s live-streaming video of her third child’s impending birth. As The Toronto Star reports, the Ottawa mom?who’s also a chiropractor?told reporters that She’s hoping to send… Read more »

October is World Vegetarian Awareness Month. Even if You’re craving turkey and gravy this weekend, consider implementing a few vegetarian dishes into your Thanksgiving menu?or into your meal plan over the course of the month. Vegetarian fare isn’t bland and tasteless; in fact, a large percentage of the world’s population eats primarily meatless meals, and… Read more »

Are you an Athabasca University student who’s struggling with an educational or physical challenge, physical or psychological condition, or permanent or temporary injury or illness That’s affecting your ability to complete your studies? You may be eligible for special support services from AU’s ASD. Based on the Learning Assistance Centres or Offices of Service to… Read more »

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At Home: Texting Behind the Reins Lawmakers are cracking down on distracted drivers. And while many provinces have laws in place banning texting behind the wheel or using a cellphone without a hands-free device, there are some situations where the law’s application is questionable. As the Toronto Sun reports, drivers of calèches?the horse-drawn carriages seen… Read more »

Harvest time is in full swing, and stores and farmer’s markets are overflowing with the bounty. we’re used to our produce looking a certain way. But many crops are grown all over the world in varieties that appear quite different than what we’re used to. These links introduce some unique varieties of vegetables?and give tips… Read more »