The northern states have benefited from the use of turbines to produce electricity, now the state of Louisiana are beginning to use wind-turbine; demand for parts have created jobs in southeast Louisiana.
Louisiana and the rest of the South are starting to harness wind power–something that’s done on a larger scale in states to the north and west of us. Wind accounts for 3% of electricity in the U.S. and keeps the lights on in over 5% of the European Union. Gusts have long been used for power, and were captured by wind wheels in ancient Greece and more recently by mills in Holland.
Demand for wind-turbine parts has created jobs in southeast Louisiana. Using state tax credits, UK-based Blade Dynamics set up shop fifteen months ago at the Michoud Assembly Facility in New Orleans East, and is hiring hundreds of workers. Those jobs are welcome after the downsizing that occurred at Michoud as the nation’s space-shuttle program ended last year.
Blade’s products won’t stay in Louisiana, however. Last week, Blade co-founder Theo Botha said “we just sent out our first American-made blade from the factory. The 50-yard long blade–called Dynamic 49 and designed for a 2 megawatt turbine–is being tested for certification.” The Michoud facility has port access, and the company will begin shipping shortly from New Orleans.
Botha said “Louisiana has a wonderful opportunity to embrace wind energy, and we look forward to participating.” But he added “for now, our market is outside of Louisiana.”
It may take awhile for the Pelican State to fully capitalize on its wind potential. North Louisiana customers depend partly on wind, though it’s coming from other states. Shreveport-based Southwestern… continue reading
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When eating in these days of holidays can be difficult for those with food allergies, but only take into account some recommendations.
Dr. Michael Pistiner whose clinical interests include pediatric allergy, food allergy and chronic cough is a physician with Harvard Vanguard Medical.
Hosting during the holiday season is stressful enough but add a guest with an undisclosed food allergy and all that holiday party planning might be wasted. While food allergies can complicate holiday menus, there are many things hosts can do to prevent an allergic reaction.
Hosting Holiday Guests with Food Allergies
By Dr. Michael Pistiner
At this time of year, millions of Americans leave their homes to get together with loved ones for the holidays. It can be a wonderful time for families and friends, separated by distance and responsibilities, to come together to relax, reminisce and renew. But it can also be a chaotic time: extra folding tables and chairs create treacherous obstacle courses through homes already packed with more people than usual, children hopped up on sugar and excitement run around “just being kids,” and hosts cringe as fragile trinkets (and pets) are threatened by the onslaught.
As we know, food is central at these gatherings. Hosts put extraordinary efforts into preparing wonderful and oftentimes lavish meals for their guests. The ingredient lists can be long, grocery store lines can be longer, and patience can be exceptionally short.
Food allergies can certainly complicate these already complicated matters, but it is necessary to plan well in order to prevent allergic… continue reading
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Acne is a condition in which the pores of the skin become clogged. Dirt and bacteria are trapped in the pores due to excess oil produced by overactive oil glands. While clogged pores can happen to anyone, acne is typically considered a teenager condition.
While the areas of the body commonly affected by acne are the face and shoulders, it can actually happen on almost every area of the body. Excessive sweating, greasy cosmetics, hair products and lotions, stress and hormonal changes can bring on acne. Food was once thought to trigger breakouts, but it does not seem to be the case.
There are some self-care tips that can help to reduce acne’s effects.
· Wash the affected areas with a non-drying acne soap twice a day
· Remove makeup at end of every day
· Use shampoo every day and don’t allow conditioner to remain on skin
· Keep your hands away from your face
· Don’t pick at the pimples as this can lead to infection
· Don’t use greasy creams and lotions
Over-the-counter medications and treatments are available to help get acne under control. Benzoyl peroxide is a popular ingredient as well as salicylic acid and sulfur. These ingredients work to kill the bacteria in the pore and rid the skin of excess oil.
When OTC medications do not provide acceptable relief, ask your doctor about prescription medications that can be used to clear up troublesome acne. Oral and topical antibiotics are sometimes used to treat acne as well as Retin-A and Accutane. Women of childbearing age should be cautious about the use of some of these medications as they can lead to birth defects.
Cosmetic treatments of skin peeling and microdermabrasion might be suggested as a means of getting rid of the scars left behind from acne. Sun exposure has been shown to give a bit of relief of the symptoms of acne, but too much exposure to ultraviolet rays can be dangerous.
