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The Neon Museum Opens its North Gallery with Brilliant! Jackpot Show

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Shelley Stepanek
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The Neon Museum Debuts Reimagined North Gallery with New Experiences and Updated Brilliant! Jackpot Show

The Neon Museum opened last night with a new beautiful experience in a building just across the street. Called the North Gallery, home of its popular 360-degree audiovisual show, Brilliant! The improvements within the newly reimagined North Gallery are focused on enhancing the educational experience and include a new “Las Vegas Luminaries” mural, the next iteration of the museum’s immersive show titled Brilliant! Jackpot, new educational components, and customer feedback options.

“With the reimagination of the North Gallery, we wanted to create an experience that enhanced the museum’s popular Brilliant! show, which has been upgraded to Brilliant! Jackpot with more music and new video,” said Aaron Berger, executive director of The Neon Museum. “The North Gallery now helps raise awareness about unique individuals who have shaped Las Vegas culturally. We also added interactive educational elements that allow visitors to take a deeper dive into the history highlighted in the show as well as the science of neon signs. Ultimately, our goal is to make the North Gallery a comprehensive and unforgettable experience.”

 

The Neon Museum worked with local artists to add the “Las Vegas Luminaries” mural on the area’s south wall, which pays tribute to the diverse communities and some of Las Vegas’s least-known individuals who have greatly impacted Las Vegas cultural history.  This is a freestanding work of public art.  The mural itself  is viewable 24/7 for free; a ticket to the show or museum is not required.

Brilliant!, a 360-degree immersive show that underwent its most significant update yet to its music and video presentation is the main focus point in the  North Gallery’s reimagination. The new iteration of the show, entitled Brilliant! Jackpot, includes  Las Vegas songs, sung by Elvis, Dean Martin and others, mastered to the lights on famous Neon signs.

The show now plays a selection of 54 songs spread across various timelines. The music is so iconic, many songs from of the 54-song playlist will be available via Spotify on The Neon Museum’s Playlist.

“Renamed Brilliant! Jackpot, guests hit the jackpot with its incomparable combination of technology, video, and music to create a breathtaking multisensory experience that highlights the art and history of Las Vegas,” added Berger. It shows many eras of Las Vegas history.

The entry into North Gallery also includes two new educational elements. Brilliant!’s creator, Craig Winslow, virtually greets guests on a 65-inch monitor for a short segment to tell you what you will see. He explains how he uses technology used to create the show that brings non-operational neon signs back to life. He discusses a process he calls augmented restoration to digitally trace every sign, bulb by bulb, tube by tube, to bring them back to life. The artwork is then projected back onto the signs creating 360 degrees of light and sound.

Upon exiting Brilliant! Jackpot, guests can leave their own personal  feedback. The wall also provides a unique photo opportunity as people can now “see” through the wall into the North Gallery as a new 29-foot-long by 6-foot-high vinyl wrap presents a visual representation of the show.

Tickets to Brilliant! Jackpot are available online for $23 per person or $19 for local residents. The show runs 25 minutes in length every evening (show times vary).

Who Is Liable After a Truck Accident?

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Guest Author
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Truck and other commercial vehicle accidents are different from other types of accidents. They involve the primary parties and other parties, such as the driver’s employer, who may bear some responsibility or liability. Once a thorough investigation is done, it may show that one or multiple parties are accountable or liable. Here are some of the parties who may be held liable.

The Driver

A large percentage of accidents involving trucks are due to driver negligence. These negligent behaviours include driving while fatigued, speeding, and distracted driving. While investigations still need to be completed before anyone can be blamed or charged, many drivers still face the possibility of charges being brought against them, possible convictions and even civil liability cases for injury or damage.

The truck driver is also responsible for ensuring their truck and cargo are secure before they start a trip. If the accident is caused by a malfunction in the truck or the cargo not being secured properly, the driver may be held liable. 

To help protect themselves, truck drivers, especially those who transport heavy cargo and drive heavy goods vehicles (HGV) should get HGV insurance. The only problem is that many truck drivers do not have the time to call numerous insurance providers to get the best HGV insurance quotes. Comparison websites like Quotezone make it easier for HGV drivers to get the right insurance, whether they drive a lorry or a heavier truck. These quotes are sourced from leading providers in the UK and then the best ones are sent to drivers.

The Trucking Company (Operator)

The operator or the trucking company is responsible for training their drivers, ensuring their trucks can be on the road, and ensuring drivers are okay to drive. They are also expected to check and maintain their trucks and lorries. Failure to do so can lead to accidents, which is why they can be held liable. The operator may also be held liable if records show they cut corners in driver training, vehicle maintenance to cut costs, and other areas.

Truck and Truck Parts Manufacturers

Some accidents have been proven to not be due to negligence by the driver or the operator but due to failure of the truck or its parts. These include phenomena such as brake failure, tyre bursts, steering issues, and coupling system issues. These all fall under the category of defective vehicles or vehicle parts, and the manufacturer or parts maker is liable.

However, for these parties to be held liable, the plaintiff’s lawyers must prove that a failure in maintenance did not cause the failure but rather the part or truck would have failed even if the truck was properly maintained.

When involved in a truck accident, you may want to be compensated, and the person or party liable to be prosecuted. For this to happen, the police have to establish who is responsible for the accident. The parties listed above could be held liable alone or in combination, which usually demonstrates a failure of the whole system and not just the failure of a single party.

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Online Opportunities That Can Enrich Your Prospects

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Guest Author
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It is natural to go out there and seek every opportunity you can find. You may feel this compulsion more strongly today due to the uncertain and restrictive nature the pandemic has had on everyone in the last two years. 

Many of these ‘big breaks’ can be found online. Of course, it has been mandated that people work from home in many places in response to the pandemic. Therefore, it is fair to say that online opportunities have surged recently, with most remote working roles requiring an internet connection. 

However, others have looked beyond the immediate confines of their roles for further digital opportunities. There are other means of making money online and many chances to establish long and bountiful careers. Which online opportunities have the best chance of enriching your prospects? Read on to find out. 

Crypto Investing

Cryptocurrencies are still something of a new and emerging online opportunity. It is important to learn all you can about these digital coins before investing in them. 

Learn how to instantly buy Bitcoin in Canada with Wealthsimple’s app and guidance. You can also purchase and sell Ethereum and over a dozen other cryptocurrencies via their trading platform. They provide a balanced overview of these proceedings, acknowledging that some have lost fortunes while others have become overnight millionaires. Caution is advised with crypto, and they can educate you on how to proceed as safely as possible. 

Their app also charges low fees for buying Bitcoin. Moreover, Wealthsimple also brings together several exchanges for you to peruse through, rather than running one themselves, so that you get the best prices on your cryptos. Comparable services can undoubtedly be found if you are not based in Canada. 

Online Tutoring

Many parents, pupils, and teachers have had education throughout the coronavirus pandemic. A stop-start approach to learning clearly is not feasible. 

In response to these problems, there has been a greater demand for tutors nationwide. If you have an academic background and are suitably qualified, supervising child or adult learning could be a viable remote career path. The mounting interest here should make for a lucrative payday. 

Everyone continues to wrestle with uncertain futures. To help others have a better chance at securing their own could be an enormously rewarding experience. Your work could make a huge difference in people’s lives, improving their prospects alongside your own. 

Your efforts can be tailored here too. For example, the student can set criteria for the type of tutor they want. For instance, they may wish for their tutor to focus on key subjects or have learning disabilities taken into account. You can then refine your services to support a certain kind of learner. 

Business Consulting

If you are experienced in your field, you may wish to teach people the tools of your trade without teaching education curriculums. You can support other professionals by becoming a remote consultant in these instances. 

It is no secret that many industries have struggled and that people are looking for work. Once again, you are helping people to secure their futures, so it is a great opportunity to feel some job satisfaction here. However, more perks come with this type of role. For instance, you can:

  • Set your hours and tailor your schedule to your needs. 
  • Develop your own pricing model for your services.
  • Build a robust professional network from all the contacts you gain. 
  • Engage with different types of people and provide various solutions to their needs. 

As you can see, you may feel a great deal of agency in this type of profession. Moreover, even if you have worked jobs you hated in the past, you can channel those experiences into your consultancy role and make them worth something years later. 

Blogging and Vlogging

Blogging and vlogging are great ways to share your insights more informally, at least compared to consulting. Via this medium, you can inject more of your personality into the content that you create.

Today, people who excel in these fields are called ‘influencers’ and can give other products and services a platform in return for compensation. As your viewerships or readerships build, businesses will want to work with you in marketing their offerings. While advertising anything in the name of a quick buck can seem tempting, it is important to be selective of who you collaborate with to ensure that each thing you promote seems organic to your brand. 

Of course, unless your ego is enormous, you might think it impossible to draw in an audience. However, so long as you provide a unique perspective on important matters, building interest around your content should come easy. It helps to be charismatic and characterful, too, so that you can build a stronger rapport with your audience. 

Try to delve deep into topics that are of genuine interest to you. That way, you can talk extensively about them. Hopefully, these subject matters will also evolve over time, giving you more to discuss as time goes on and thus a steady flow of blogging and vlogging content to put out. 

Proofreading and Editing

If you are tired of creating your own content, you could always review and refine somebody else’s. Working as a remote proofreader and editor can be fulfilling work. 

Content is king in online marketing today, so you can expect the demand for your services to be exceedingly high. If you have an unquenchable work ethic, this could be an excellent profession for you to pursue — especially if you are a perfectionist at heart as well. 

The work of a proofreader and editor is immensely important in shaping the content. You are essentially curating the final version of whatever narrative the copy or media is attempting to convey. Depending on the client’s parameters, you could enjoy a high degree of artistic license here and benefit from collaborative work conditions remotely. 

Additionally, you may be able to work as a content creator alongside your responsibilities here. If you can balance your obligations, you could learn a great deal from the work sent to you. What types of content are people creating? Which subjects are businesses focusing on most? It could be insightful data for you. Of course, you should not plagiarise, but it could inspire the direction of your own eventual efforts. 

Social Media Managing

Every social media website has its dark side. However, some use these websites as resourcefully as originally intended; to build connections and foster meaningful interactions. 

Social media can be a toxic and dangerous place. That said, if you take on a social media manager position, you can play an active role in policing what is shared online and ultimately helping others. Social media managers are curators of important conversations and make both the online and real worlds better for it.

Businesses may need you to facilitate discussions around their brand, products, and services. Your posts can go viral or engage with customers and clients directly to nurture more interpersonal relationships with them online. As you can see, it is a varied role, and results come in many forms. 

Furthermore, there is the obvious perk that you will get to spend a large amount of time on your favourite social media websites. If you are an avid Twitter or Instagram fan, being paid to engage with all the intriguing content there in the name of research might be enough to excite you. 

Creating Online Shops

Some hobbies can be profitable. Reassess what skills you have and see if you can make money from them, even if they appear insignificant at first. 

For example, Etsy stores in Canada experience great success, as people set up their own online shops to sell the goods they have made. Knitters, painters, and many other types of craftspeople often find a professional home here. Remember that many customers gravitate toward wholly unique goods you can offer. Supporting independent creators can give people a buzz that doesn’t come with purchasing goods from a renowned multinational corporation. 

If you are unfamiliar with running a business, creating a small online store can be a great way to get your feet wet first. That way, you can learn the ins and outs of producing and marketing your products. You do not need to quit your day job straight away to make things work, either. Polish your time management skills, and you slowly evolve your priorities should mounting success come your way. 

You may not be particularly confident in your abilities at first. However, you will find your confidence growing as people make a purchase here and there. Be sure to market your store amongst your personal network and on social media, and eventually, you should see interest build. In time, your small online shop can grow into a titan of industry.  

Conclusion

The world is becoming better connected and will continue to throughout 2022 and beyond. Positioning your prospects in the middle of all that change can only mean good things for you. Consider which circumstances above resonate most with you, and do not hesitate to explore them further. Many rewarding online opportunities await!

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The CAANE Foundation: In Memory Chris Cane

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Florida Night Train
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The CAANE Foundation

In Memory

Chris Cane

09-27-1968

08-21-2018

By: Florida Night Train

Christmas has passed but the spirit of giving… and receiving continues because of Chris Cane and his friend Andre Kress of Corsa Moto Works through “The CAANE Foundation”.  

An emotional Andre Kress, principal partner at Corsa Moto Works met with me to share about his friend Chris Cane and the legacy he left behind. A legacy, in my opinion, that has likely saved lives. Through The CAANE Foundation (Chris’ Advocate Assisting Novice Enthusiasts), riders who are not quite as well equipped as they should be for their protection can go to The CAANE Foundation and get outfitted for free or for a simple donation. The CAANE Foundation receives and donates hundreds of used and brand new or nearly new jackets, gloves, boots, and helmets. I have seen it with my own eyes, the place is filled with equipment.  

There is no shame in going to The CAANE Foundation asking for help to get outfitted, or to do it for a friend or a relative who needs it! You are likely to save someone’s life or your own.

I was coming back from Tierra Verde, Florida, on my s1000rr a few weeks ago followed by another bike whose “pilot” seemed to think it was a good idea for him and his female companion to ride 100mph+ no helmet, sandals, shorts, and t-shirt on. Chris Cane aka the “Gear Police” would have lost his bearings to see this guy. This “pilot” clearly wanted to race with me so in an attempt to defuse his stupidity, I slowed right down. This blue tone R1 straight short pipes “pilot” clearly needed safety gear. More importantly, he needed some additional brain cells.

The Fran Haasch Law Group is currently assisting The CAANE Foundation to set up as a charity organization. Andre Kress is determined to keep Chris’ legacy going. Staff, clients, and volunteers help. Clients have come in simply to purchase new gear and donate it, some give their used gear, and some even give brand new tires. If you are in need, there is a way through The CAANE Foundation. I think of riders whose only mode of transport is two wheels and this could really make a difference.

Andre Kress, former founder of MANX Motorsports now principal partner of Corsa Moto Works located in Clearwater, Florida, specializes in European bikes as well as other brands of speed bikes, vintage and classic restorations. Kress met Cane back in 2010–Cane was one of Kress’ first clients if not the first. They both shared the same passions and values and they both had Triumph’s Daytona 675. Another true “Collision of Dreams” Relics Retreats “A Collision of Dreams” © took place. Both became brothers, hence the emotional Kress during our talk for this editorial. Corsa Moto Works’ values have been greatly influenced by Kress’s profound respect for danger.  They cut no corners and they will do what they can to help riders “change statistics”.

All that said, you need gear? You can’t afford it? Or you know someone who needs gear who can’t afford it and you can’t either? Touch base with The CAANE foundation. For those of us who can afford to donate, you would not be making a mistake by doing so, I assure you.

I wish you all a superb year 2022. Count your blessings for living in Florida riding all year round, and be thankful for the fearless leadership of our sunshine state.

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KIDZ KORNA

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NSAEN Magazine
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KIDZ KORNA., FLAGS OF THE HEART AND THRILLER DANCE 2300 hosted a toy drive in front of Michael Jackson‘s childhood home.

The event was organized by Mother Diva, who says she is stage mom to the King of Pop’s daughter Paris Jackson. Hot chocolate, cookies, and MJ’s favorite, Krispy Kreme donuts were served.

Guest Speakers were Delece Williams, Executive Director of Kidz Korna NFP and former NFL player Reggie L. Smith, who is the vice president of the Chicago Chapter of The National Football League Players Association and happens to share the same birthday as Michael Jackson, August 29.

Children and adults received free toys, clothes, shoes, and household items. Some teens received laptops and one teen received a bike.

Thriller Dance 2300 plans to make this an annual event. “I know that the Jacksons as children were not able to receive presents for Christmas due to their parents’ strict religious beliefs as practicing Jehovah Witnesses. Joe Jackson kept the boys busy working on Christmas, performing, to keep their minds occupied on show business. I can only imagine how sad Michael Jackson was as a child to look out of the window and see other children opening presents and all the houses on the block decorated. I believe in my heart he would want us to give to children and families in his hometown who have no resources,” said Mother Diva.

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Create New Positive Habits

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Richard Norton
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Having positive habits is important. The impact that habits have on our lives can be the difference between being successful or not.

Now I’m a firm believer in inspiration and motivation, however inspiration is not sustainable. This is why building positive habits will help you to succeed. Habits are much more important than inspiration. The key is to break bad habits that affect your life and start building positive habits that will help you achieve your goals and aspirations.

Take the necessary steps to help you to get inspired, but remember habit is more dependable. It’s the habits that will sustain you even when you’re not inspired. Habits will either make or break us. Our habits will influence our daily living, our health, emotional well-being, and our outlook on life.

So as you are transitioning to more positive habits, the key is to start small. I found that most people won’t stick to habits if they’re too difficult to manage. It’s easier to start small and allow them to grow over time. The first step is to decide what your new habit is going to be. Stick to a pace that is sustainable and be patient. Big changes take time.

I made a decision years ago, because I was out of shape and overweight, to begin morning exercise. I started small and certainly have come a long way since then. Morning exercising has now become a habit for me.

As you are beginning these new habits, even though the immediate goals are small, allow yourself to dream big for the future. Write out what your ultimate objective is. Put together a plan with small steps on what it’s going to take to get there. In order to achieve big goals, you have to have ones for the short term. When you have a larger aim, you have something to focus on every day while working on the small steps.

Recognition and rewards are also part of the process. It’s important to be in a positive mindset while creating new habits. For each small victory you attain, reward yourself. We all like to be recognized and rewarded. When you receive a reward after making accomplishments, you’re more likely to repeat that action and form a positive routine. Once that routine becomes consistent, it has become a habit.

I guarantee you that along your journey, you will have challenges and obstacles. You will not be perfect while you are developing new habits. We all make mistakes but it’s important to get back on track quickly to avoid going back to where you were. Be prepared for the setbacks. If you miss a day, that’s okay. The important thing is to remain consistent and get back on course; your new habits will not stick if you do not. Never fall into the trap of procrastination. Make a commitment to be someone who never misses a habit twice.

As you begin this new positive change, understand that you’re not going to develop these new positive habits overnight. It takes time but the important thing is to stick to the commitment. A new habit takes on average 30 days to develop. Don’t get discouraged if you are struggling in the beginning. Stay positive and keep focused on your goal. You will find that very soon these positive new habits become part of who you are.

Today is the beginning of the rest of your positive life. Make it an awesome day!

Have a fantastic week!

RICH NORTON

Regional Sales Manager RMS

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MJ LIVE Show Moves to the Tropicana Las Vegas

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Shelley Stepanek
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MJ LIVE Michael Jackson Tribute Concert moonwalks to Tropicana Las Vegas starting February 7, 2022

MJ LIVE, the award-winning Michael Jackson tribute concert highlighting the talent of the legendary Michael Jackson, moves to Tropicana Las Vegas starting Monday, February 7, 2022.

I’ve seen it numerous times and truly love this energetic show.

As the #1 Michael Jackson tribute show in the world, MJ LIVE brings back the fantastic stage show of Michael Jackson, one of the greatest performers of all time. Listen and see the timeless hits like “Bad,” “Billie Jean,” “Thriller” and “Beat It,” this dynamic show brings all the Gloved One’s famous moves to life. Hear the special Jackson 5 segment featuring classics like “I’ll Be There,” “I Want You Back,” “ABC,” and more, inspired by Soul Train. Dazzling lighting and effects, plus the MJ LIVE dancers and a live band, make this show a true spectacular fitting of the King of Pop.

Starting Mon., Feb. 7, MJ LIVE performs at the Tropicana Theater inside Tropicana Las Vegas nightly (dark Tuesdays) at 5:30 p.m. (doors open at 4:30 p.m.). Tickets are on sale now and start at $57.50 (excluding tax and fees). Tickets can be purchased online at https://www.ticketmaster.com/artistvenue/1751107/188664 or https://ticketbat.com or in person at the Tropicana Las Vegas Box Office.

MJ LIVE is the #1 Michael Jackson tribute show in the world, with everything that Michael offered in his life. This show started at the Rio and moved to The Strat on the big stage for many years. Now it will be the early show at the world famous Tropicana Las Vegas. This incredible theatrical stage production with its sound, spectacular lighting, visual effects, team of dancers, and live band on stage. MJ LIVE is produced by Darin Feinstein and entertainment veteran Dick Feeney (TRP Entertainment).

About Tropicana Las Vegas

Set on the famed Four Corners with commanding views of the Las Vegas Strip, Tropicana Las Vegas – a DoubleTree by Hilton – boasts stylish rooms, suites, and luxury villas, complete with acclaimed restaurants, premier entertainment options and a 50,000-square-foot casino. The resort redefines the expectations of today’s global travelers by providing a casually elegant experience on The Strip, all with a South Beach rhythm and vibe. The property also features Glow® a Mandara Spa and fitness center, Laugh Factory Comedy Club, and restaurants such as Robert Irvine’s Public House, Oakville Tuscan Grill, and Red Lotus Asian Kitchen, as well as Starbucks. For more information, visit www.troplv.com.

6 Problems an MRI Scan Can Detect

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Guest Author
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A magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scan is a very common medical test because doctors can use it to detect and scan for numerous types of health issues. It uses radio waves, a strong magnetic field, and a computer to produce derailed images of the body’s structures and organs. The MRI devices and related techniques are always being improved, so doctors and researchers can use them in new and helpful ways. Here are some of the issues and problems for which MRI scans are useful.

Soft Tissue Injuries

Soft tissue injuries are quite common in people who exercise or do other training. In many cases, an x-ray can be used to detect injuries and issues related to soft tissue, such as torn ligaments, but the damage or injury might be too subtle to see on an x-ray.

An MRI provides superior contrast resolution for both tissues and bones, which makes it a great tool for the detection of subtle soft tissues injuries. Some of these injuries include nerve compression, joint inflammation, cartilage loss, and many others. 

An MRI can be used to diagnose soft tissue pain that is undetectable using other means and techniques, and whose origin is not obvious when using these other techniques.

Spinal Injuries

The MRI remains the most important tool in the diagnosis and treatment of spinal injuries. An MRI becomes the ideal tool in these cases because a CT (computed Tomography) is not ideal for soft tissue structure examinations. An MRI test can illuminate the vertebrae, spinal cord, and related muscles to help pinpoint various spinal injury complications. These can include disc herniation, hemorrhage, pinched nerves, and other related issues. MRI scans have been used to put together surgical plans for complicated spinal injuries, with surgeons using MRI images to pinpoint where to cut and where to focus on during their surgeries.

Cancer

An MRI can be used to detect certain types of cancers such as prostate, breast, and certain types of lung cancer. An MRI can help doctors differentiate between cancerous cells and non-cancerous cells, so they can start putting together a treatment plan. These tests can also be used to help doctors find out if the cancer has spread to other parts of the body if the cancer was not caught early.

Because of how useful MRI tests are at detecting cancer early, doctors recommend that you go for an annual full body MRI test. The full body MRI scan provided by Ezra is a great option because, in addition to screening for cancer, it also screens for other types of diseases. Apart from the full body MRI scan, Ezra also provides lung CT scans for the detection of lung cancer and other abnormalities in the chest.

Internal Organ Damage

An MRI is also an indispensable tool in the detection of internal organ damage. The MRI can examine various body organs including the brain, heart, liver, kidneys, spleen, and others to determine if there is damage. If there is damage, the MRI can be used to check the extent of the damage as well as complications that can make surgeries and repairs more complicated.

In this application, the MRI is used in case of an accident, and this can complicate the imaging process. An MRI requires that patients remain still, and injured patients can move around. Pain medication and sedatives can be used, but these can further complicate injuries. Other tools such as x-rays and CT scans might be recommended instead.

Issues with the Brain

MRI is also a great tool for the detection of problems in the brain. Here, it can be used to detect issues such as:

  • Brain tumors – It can give a precise location so the tumor can be excised.
  • Traumatic brain injuries – In this case, it can be used to show the extent of the damage, so doctors can start making plans for their patients.
  • Aneurysms – Aneurysms are bulges in blood vessels that are caused by the weakening of blood vessel walls. Aneurysms can be serious and even fatal when they burst in important areas such as the brain. An MRI is used to check for aneurysms that have not yet burst. Aneurysms are screened in people who are at risk of one bursting in the future, but not for everyone because of how difficult it is to predict when they could burst.
  • Infections – Usually seen through inflammation of tissues in the brain.
  • Causes of persistent headaches.

Cardiovascular Issues

An MRI can be used to detect blocked blood vessels, malformations in the arteries and veins, and carotid artery disease. All of these are serious conditions that can be fatal if left unchecked and undetected.

Going for regular MRI scans is crucial for anyone who values their health. An MRI can be used to detect issues such as cancer before they become untreatable. They can also be used to diagnose issues after the fact, such as persistent pain caused by a prior soft tissue injury.

Photo by National Cancer Institute on Unsplash

Announcements From Las Vegas

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Shelley Stepanek
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Oakland A’s Ballpark may be coming to the Tropicana 

The Tropicana Las Vegas opened in April of 1957 and has been a Vegas icon ever since. Is it possible that it could be imploded within a year and become a ballpark? That would make it the busiest street corner in the world, with The Park, Excalibur, MGM, T-Mobile, and Allegiant Stadium just over the bridge. 

That is the current rumor as the Oakland A’s have their eyes set on only three places, and the Trop is in the running at number one.

The A’s moving from Oakland to Vegas is still a definite possibility, but this is the first time we have heard about a 30 to 40 thousand-seat stadium being built on the Strip.

Resorts World Theatre Is Now Finally Open with huge names booked 

Carrie Underwood became the first performer in the Theatre at Resorts World with her show “Reflection”. It has been announced that Underwood has added six new shows in May on the 11, 13 and 14, 18, 20, 21.

Katy Perry up next on December 29

Luke Bryan – February 11

Michael Buble – April 27

All on sale at Resorts World Las Vegas.

John Legend Just Signed with Zappos Theater

Another big residency is moving into Planet Hollywood this spring. He has announced “Love in Las Vegas” will open April 22 and run through October 29.

The show will feature songs from his entire career as well as new music. Legend will have his full band, singers, dancers, and elements from his sold-out concert tours in the show.

Ticket sales start today to the general public.

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Yes, Virginia, Even Dogs Have a Santa Claus! 

By
William Natale
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Siblings, Max & Lulu, always wanted to live with one another.

And you’re asking, “So why is this significant? People do that all the time.”

“Ah yes,” said the man with the rosy cheeks, long flowing white beard with a topper of a crimson red hat topped off with a snowball, “BUT we’re not talking about two-legged creatures rather those with four.”

The equation is dramatically different when we’re talking about DOGS or >2<5 =4 appendages. DOG the anagram for something so much greater, with the distinction of being man’s best friend, does at times dream and wish for a life filled with the love of a sibling, a mate, another special dog in their life.

In the case of Max & Lulu – you don’t dare try to separate them. As a volunteer at West Suburban Humane Society, I’m very much aware of how WSHS allowed Max & Lulu to live in adjoining pens with access to each other via a doorway that connected their living spaces. When they went into the recreation yards, they went together – they’re a team and, you don’t break up a great team.

I’m sure that Max & Lulu had to have noticed the other dogs leaving WSHS for permanent homes, but neither pup wanted to live without the other. Kudos to the folks at WSHS for having the heart and fortitude to keep a promise they made to Max & Lulu – you’ll either stay with us or you’ll go together, but WE at WSHA won’t separate you TWO.

It’s Christmas, and I always get weepy hearing stories about man’s humanity on behalf of their fellow man during a season when we all wish nothing but the best for men of goodwill — BUT — this story takes the CAKE in my opinion.

Lulu & Max got their Christmas WISH.

I’m not sure how much Santa was involved but I’ve got to think he had something to do with Max & Lulu being adopted by wonderful people who wanted to GO DO GOOD.

May the ALMIGHTY bless Max & Lulu, WSHS, and the man & woman of goodwill who committed to the promise that the pups go together as tight as an ampersand — MAX & LULU — joined at the hip in a forever home.

Now, isn’t that one of the best Christmas Carols you could ever hope to sing about.

William Natale is the author of the children’s book, Woolly Wurm;  “1968 – A Story As Relevant Today As It Was Then (based on a true story about two white teens who wind up working in an all-black factory immediately following the assassination of Dr. MLK; and The Resurrection of Boraichee (a tale described by a London critic as quirky and clever with a bit of reincarnation as a DOG serves as the narrator about a family suffering from the opioid epidemic) and his latest compendium of short stories, BLISS: ELUSIVE & UNIQUE.  All but the children’s book can be found on Amazon/KINDLE.  BLISS is available until February 2022, via www.adelaidebooks.org.

 

 

 

 

 

 

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