Monday, January 31, 2011
Assignment Two (Continued)
Heart Attacks: What You Should Know
What You Should Know
Hannah Bogen
1/26/2011
Heart Attacks: What You Should Know
According to the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute, about 1.1 million Americans have a heart attack each year. About 40 percent of heart attacks are fatal. Because heart attacks often happen about one hour after symptoms first start, people typically can seek medical care.
What is a heart attack?
A heart attack is caused by coronary heart disease (CHD). CHD occurs when the coronary arteries narrow, which decreases blood supply to the heart. A blood clot usually forms, which terminates blood flow. When this occurs, a person is having a heart attack. If not treated immediately, permanent muscle damage can occur, or the person can die.
What are the signs of a heart attack?
Some of the main signs of a heart attack include the following:
Uncomfortable pressure, pain, squeezing sensation, or discomfort in the center of the chest, typically lasting more than a few minutes.
Pain or pressure in the chest, upper abdomen, neck, jaw, or arms.
Lightheadedness, fainting, sweating, or nausea.
Heartburn or indigestion.
Increased or irregular heart rate.
Shortness of breath.
How can you reduce the risk of a heart attack?
Some factors, such as age and history of heart disease in a family are uncontrollable; however, you can take steps to reduce the risk of having a heart attack. Some of these steps include the following:
Stop smoking cigarettes. Cigarette smoking dramatically increases the risk of heart attacks.
Lower your blood pressure. High blood pressure forces your heart to work harder, which increases the risk of a heart attack. The optimal blood pressure is 120/80. To prevent or control high blood pressure, do the following:
o Lose extra weight.
o Become physically active.
o Follow a healthy eating plan, including reducing sodium intake.
o Limit alcohol intake.
Reduce high blood cholesterol. High blood cholesterol causes your arteries to become narrower, thus slowing down or blocking the flow of blood to your heart. To reduce high blood cholesterol, do the following:
o Eat healthy foods.
o Get plenty of physical activity.
o Lose extra weight.
Work toward a healthy weight. Being overweight or obese increases the probability of a heart attack.
Lead a physically active life. Physical activity helps lower your blood pressure and helps control high blood cholesterol. Increasing your physical fitness increases overall health, which can minimize the risk of a heart attack.
Manage diabetes. Diabetes damages blood vessels, which leads to heart diseases. Diabetics must adhere strictly to doctor’s orders to control the diabetes. Some guidelines for diabetics include the following:
o Eat at regular times each day.
o Take prescriptions as directed and at consistent times each day.
o Check your blood sugar level every day.
Sources
MedicineNet, Inc. (n.d.) Heart attack (Myocardial Infarction). Retrieved May 3, 2003, from http://www.medicinenet.com/Heart_Attack/article.htm.
National Heart, Lungs, and Blood Institute. (n.d.), Heart attacks. Retrieved May 3, 2003, from http://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/actintime/aha/aha.htm.
National Heart, Lungs, and Blood Institute. (n.d.), Reducing heart attack risk. Retrieved May 3, 2003, from http://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/actintime/rhar/rhar.htm.
TriGenesis Communications Inc. (n.d.). Heart attack symptoms and warning signs. Retrieved May 3, 2003, from http://www.heartinfo.org.
Wednesday, January 26, 2011
Assignment Two
All About Training
Training Proposal
All About Training
6262 Marketplace Boulevard; Nashua, NH 03063; (603) 555-6262
For more information contact: Debra Woltman
Personnel Manager
603-555-6262
Overview
All About Training is an established computer training company positioned to provide technological training to all levels of individuals. High‑quality training has become synonymous with our name. All About Training has over 150 offices scattered throughout the United States and Canada
Ideology
At All About Training we believe our product is knowledge. We also believe that knowledge is power. We know that technology provides the tools that businesses need to compete in the twenty-first century, and we know that we can deliver that knowledge, and along with it the power to succeed.
Proposal
To meet the training needs of a large and varied corporation such as yours, we have formulated a new and unique plan for delivering education. We propose the following methods:
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On-Site
ü Small, hands-on classes held at your corporate locations
ü One-on-one instruction for specific individuals
ü All About Training trainers available in person to answer questions
Off-Site
ü Retreats held with the specific intent to provide training
ü Small, hands-on classes held at our state-of-the-art training facilities
ü Toll-free telephone support
Time Frame
We believe that training should commence as soon as possible.
Budget
We have taken in consideration budgetary concerns and we believe that we can produce stellar results within a moderate budget. We can supply some preliminary figures based on other, similar training missions we have conducted.
Proposed Budget | |
Miscellaneous | $5,000 |
Lodging | $15,000 |
Materials | $89,000 |
Travel | $150,000 |
Personnel | $200,000 |
Total | $459,000.00 |
Background Information
All About Training is currently responsible for corporate training at over 100 different clients throughout North America . Many clients are found on the Fortune 500 list. Although some clients choose to remain anonymous, a growing number are only two proud to endorse All About Training as playing a key role in their continued growth and success.
Testimonials are available from the following corporations:
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ü Gadgets & Co., New York , NY
ü Patents R Us, Chicago , IL
ü Widgets and Doohickeys, Inc., San Francisco , CA
Financial Statement
All About Training is a publicly held corporation and is traded on the NASDAQ stock exchange under the symbol MMIX. In 2008, All About Training reported sales of over $5 million, with earnings of $1.3 million. Income is expected to increase by 10% in fiscal 2009.
Conclusion
This proposal is, of course, based on preliminary information. We would welcome the change to meet with you to discuss our services in person.
Last Updated on: January 26, 2011
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Mr. Ross Caselman
124 Poplar Street
Collinsville, IL 62234
Dear Ross:
Subject: Sales Tax Forms for the Gift and Craft Fair
Your application for holding a gift and craft fair on campus has been approved. The college administration commends student organizations that participate in fundraisers for charities. I’m sure the revenue your organization generates from booth rentals and admission should meet your goals for the fundraiser.
In accordance with the tax commission, all individuals who rent a booth at your event must register and pay sales tax on the items they sell to customers. Because the college works closely with the tax commission, our office has obtained the necessary paperwork for your organization to complete.
The enclosed temporary sales tax licenses need to be distributed to all persons who rent a booth at your event. Please make sure each participant receives the sales tax chart, sales tax forms, and return envelopes. Remind the participants that their sales tax forms and tax revenue are due by December 31.
As the organizer of this event, you are responsible for completing the master form that lists each booth renter’s name, address, phone number, and Social Security Number. This master form is due within seven business days after the event. In other words, your organization must return the master forms to the tax commission’s office by December 15.
Again, the college appreciates your efforts to generate funds for worthwhile charities. Someone from our office will definitely stop by during your event. Please call me at 555-7722 if you have any questions or need assistance in completing the tax requirements.
Sincerely yours,
Hannah Bogen
Director of College Relations
Enclosures
Hannah Bogen
124 Poplar Street
Collinsville, IL 62234
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