Marjorie Picard
Hi! I'm Marjorie Picard, RN. I have worked as a school nurse and retired several years ago. My students were mostly preschoolers and primary grade kids. I enjoyed the work very much and would like to write articles for parents to expand their knowledge of the many conditions that kids can acquire and suffer from, and also articles on more general topics, like good nutrition and healthy habits.
Before my training as a nurse began (in my forties), I graduated from George Washington University with a Bachelor's degree in journalism I worked prior to my marriage as a reporter for the Dover (N.J.) Daily Advance (now defunct) where I wrote a number of feature articles, ran the consumer hot line, and covered some of the local news. I also wrote a newsletter for parents at my school. I stay current regarding health issues by subscribing to several nursing magazines and health newsletters.
I also visit reliable websites, such as Web MD, to stay informed. I am married to another retiree, and have two grown children.
In my spare time, I enjoy playing viola in an orchestra, art lessons, reading, and playing the piano.
Latest Articles
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A Suntan from a Seed? Melanin Research Says "Yes!"
Research on treating vitiligo, a skin disease which creates white spots on the skin, may also lead to a method of tanning without skin damage risks.
Apr 27, 2012
- Marjorie Picard
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Hydroquinone Skin Lighteners: Proceed with Extreme Caution
If you desire to lighten your skin tone, you must do it safely. The popular chemical hydroquinone has many side effects that you should be wary of.
Apr 15, 2012
- Marjorie Picard
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Krill Oil: A Wonder Pill? Possibly
Krill oil shows promise of being helpful in many health conditions.. However, more extensive research is needed.
Apr 3, 2012
- Marjorie Picard
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Vitiligo Treatment: Many Options are Available
Various treatments are available for vitiligo, a skin condition that is stressful for many people.
Mar 24, 2012
- Marjorie Picard
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Laser Hair Removal: Right for You?
To get rid of those unsightly hairs on your face and elsewhere on your body, laser hair removal may be the best bet.
Mar 17, 2012
- Marjorie Picard
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Chew Gum, Lose Weight? A Tale of Two Studies
Two separate studies involving weight loss and chewing gum give mixed results.
Dec 14, 2011
- Marjorie Picard
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Five Ways to Keep Yourself Motivated While Losing Weight
Anyone who has tried to lose weight knows how hard it is to keep on going. All of us need a boost when our spirits are low and we slip. A few tips follow.
Nov 23, 2011
- Marjorie Picard
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Food Day is Coming! Join in the Festivities!
Thousands of events have been planned for Food Day, Monday, October 24. The goal is to help educate people on the way we think about eating in this country.
Oct 14, 2011
- Marjorie Picard
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Phthalates in Your Cosmetics: Are they Ruining your Diet?
Recent research has shown that the more exposure a person has to phthalates, a chemical found in most cosmetics, the more weight gain she will experience.
Sep 20, 2011
- Marjorie Picard
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FDA Rules Often Ignored in Big Pharma Advertising
U.S. government rules for advertising in medical journals are routinely ignored by the pharmaceutical industries. Is this a danger to the public?
Aug 25, 2011
- Marjorie Picard
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