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The best way to learn is to teach. Now a classroom robot that helps Japanese children learn English has put that old maxim to the test.

Shizuko Matsuzoe and Fumihide Tanaka at the University of Tsukuba, Japan, set up an experiment to find out how different levels of competence in a robot teacher affected children's success in learning English words for shapes.

They observed how 19 children aged between 4 and 8 interacted with a humanoid Nao robot in a learning game in which each child had to draw the shape that corresponded to an English word such as 'circle', 'square', 'crescent', or 'heart'.

The researchers operated the robot from a room next to the classroom so that it appeared weak and feeble, and the children were encouraged to take on the role of carers. The robot could then either act as an instructor, drawing the correct shape for the child, or make mistakes and act as if it didn't know the answer.

When the robot got a shape wrong, the child could teach the robot how to draw it correctly by guiding its hand. The robot then either "learned" the English word for that shape or continued to make mistakes.

Robot learner aids learning

Matsuzoe and Tanaka found that the children did best when the robot appeared to learn from them. This also made the children more likely to want to continue learning with the robot. The researchers will present their results at Ro-Man - an international symposium on robot and human interactive communication - in September.

"Anything that gets a person more actively engaged and motivated is going to be beneficial to the learning process," says Andrea Thomaz , director of the Socially Intelligent Machines lab at the Georgia Institute of Technology in Atlanta. "So needing to teach the robot is a great way of doing that."

The idea of students learning by teaching also agrees with a lot of research in human social learning, she says. The process of teaching a robot is akin to what happens in peer-to-peer learning, where students teach each other or work in groups to learn concepts ? common activities in most classrooms.

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[SatNews]..."The excitement of seeing the spacecraft in orbit and beginning to perform science measurements is like no other thrill..."

Most spacecraft try to avoid the Van Allen Belts, two doughnut-shaped regions around Earth filled with "killer electrons." This morning a United Launch Alliance Atlas V rocket carrying the Radiation Belt Storm Probes (RBSP), the first twin-spacecraft for NASA, lifted off from Space Launch Complex-41 at Cape Canaveral at 4:05 a.m. EDT today.

NASA?s two heavily-shielded spacecraft were launched directly into the belts. The Radiation Belt Storm Probes are on a two-year mission to study the Van Allen Belts and to unravel the mystery of their unpredictability. This is ULA?s 7th launch of the year, the 32nd Atlas V launch and marked the 63rd launch since ULA was formed in December 2006.

"The ULA team and our many mission partners are very proud of our role in delivering the twin RBPS spacecraft to orbit to conduct research about our space weather and gather important data that impacts our everyday life on Earth,? said Jim Sponnick, ULA vice president, Mission Operations. ?The successful launch of this mission is a tribute to the partnerships with the highly skilled and professional teams from NASA?s Launch Services Program and The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory.?

This mission was launched aboard an Atlas V EELV 401 configuration vehicle, which includes a 4-meter diameter payload fairing. The Atlas booster for this mission was powered by the RD AMROSS RD-180 engine and the Centaur upper stage was powered by a single Pratt & Whitney Rocketdyne RL10A-4 engine.

RBSP will explore space weather?changes in Earth's space environment caused by the sun?that can disable satellites, create power grid failures, and disrupt GPS service. The mission also will allow researchers to understand fundamental radiation and particle acceleration processes throughout the universe.

"Scientists will learn in unprecedented detail how the radiation belts are populated with charged particles, what causes them to change and how these processes affect the upper reaches of the atmosphere around Earth," said John Grunsfeld, associate administrator for NASA's Science Mission Directorate at Headquarters in Washington. "The information collected from these probes will benefit the public by allowing us to better protect our satellites and understand how space weather affects communications and technology on Earth."

The two satellites, each weighing just less than 1,500 pounds, comprise the first dual-spacecraft mission specifically created to investigate this hazardous regions of near-Earth space, known as the radiation belts.

These two belts, named for their discoverer, James Van Allen, encircle the planet and are filled with highly charged particles. The belts are affected by solar storms and coronal mass ejections and sometimes swell dramatically. When this occurs, they can pose dangers to communications, GPS satellites and human spaceflight.

"We have never before sent such comprehensive and high-quality instruments to study high radiation regions of space," said Barry Mauk, RBSP project scientist at the Johns Hopkins University's Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) in Laurel, Maryland. "RBSP was crafted to help us learn more about, and ultimately predict, the response of the radiation belts to solar inputs."

The hardy RBSP satellites will spend the next 2 years looping through every part of both Van Allen belts. By having two spacecraft in different regions of the belts at the same time, scientists finally will be able to gather data from within the belts themselves, learning how they change over space and time. Designers fortified RBSP with special protective plating and rugged electronics to operate and survive within this punishing region of space that other spacecraft avoid. In addition, a space weather broadcast will transmit selected data from those instruments around the clock, giving researchers a check on current conditions near Earth.

"The excitement of seeing the spacecraft in orbit and beginning to perform science measurements is like no other thrill," said Richard Fitzgerald, RBSP project manager at APL. "The entire RBSP team, from across every organization, worked together to produce an amazing pair of spacecraft."

During the next 60 days, operators will power up all flight systems and science instruments and deploy long antenna booms, two of which are more than 54 yards long. Data about the particles that swirl through the belts, and the fields and waves that transport them, will be gathered by five instrument suites designed and operated by teams at the New Jersey Institute of Technology in Newark; the University of Iowa in Iowa City; University of Minnesota in Minneapolis; and the University of New Hampshire in Durham; and the National Reconnaissance Office in Chantilly, Va. The data will be analyzed by scientists across the nation almost immediately.

LWS is managed by the agency's Goddard Space Flight Center in Greenbelt, Maryland. APL built the RBSP spacecraft and will manage the mission for NASA. NASA's Launch Services Program at Kennedy is responsible for launch management. United Launch Alliance provided the Atlas V launch service.

Since the inaugural flights in 2002, Atlas V and Delta IV launch vehicles have delivered more than 50 critical capabilities including vital national security missions for the U.S. Air Force and National Reconnaissance Office, science and exploration payloads for NASA and commercial imaging and communications satellites.? ?Just last week the ULA team celebrated the 10th anniversary of the first Atlas V launch,? said Sponnick. ?In the last decade, the Atlas V and Delta IV EELV systems have demonstrated outstanding success in launching our customer?s missions.??

ULA?s Atlas V and Delta IV launch vehicles provide a 33 percent cost savings over heritage launch systems and are the most commercially developed vehicles flying today with Lockheed Martin and The Boeing Company having funded 80 percent of their development.

Developed by the United States Air Force to provide assured access to space for Department of Defense and other government payloads, the commercially developed EELV Program supports the full range of government mission requirements, while delivering on schedule and providing significant cost savings over the heritage launch systems.

ULA's next launch is the Atlas V NROL-36 mission for the National Reconnaissance Office planned for September 13 from Space Launch Complex-3 at Vandenberg Air Force Base, California.

ULA program management, engineering, test, and mission support functions are headquartered in Denver, Colorado.? Manufacturing, assembly and integration operations are located at Decatur, Alabama, and Harlingen, Texas. Launch operations are located at Cape Canaveral AFS, Florida, and Vandenberg AFB, California.

Since 1998, NASA?s Launch Services Program has been based at Kennedy Space Center, Florida, and provides oversight as the designs of the rocket and mission are integrated with each other.

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LORDSTOWN, Ohio (AP) ? Vice President Joe Biden mounted the Democratic counterpoint to the Republican presidential ticket Friday, drawing attention to the Obama administration's rescue of the auto industry and portraying GOP presidential challenger Mitt Romney as a foe of government efforts to save jobs.

Laying out President Barack Obama's indictment of Republican polices, Biden said that Rep. Paul Ryan, Romney's running mate, has voted in Congress for measures that caused massive federal debts, including two wars, a prescription drug benefit and tax cuts for the wealthy that were not paid for.

"They call their plan new, bold and gutsy," Biden told about 200 supporters in a union hall. "There is nothing gutsy about giving another trillion dollars in tax cuts to millionaires; there is nothing bold about turning Medicare into a voucher system. There is nothing bold about kicking 19 million kids and elderly off of Medicaid with no place else to go."

Biden spoke about two miles from the sprawling GM plant in Lordstown in an event meant to emphasize the importance of the auto bailout to Ohio. The recoveries of GM and Chrysler have been recurrent themes in Obama's re-election campaign, particularly in states such as Michigan and the battleground of Ohio.

Biden criticized Romney for opposing a taxpayer rescue of GM and Chrysler.

"What they didn't acknowledge is Governor Romney's position was 'let Detroit go bankrupt,'" he said, quoting the headline on a 2008 Romney opinion piece in the New York Times.

Ryan campaign spokesman Brendan Buck responded that Obama inherited a troubled economy but has made it worse.

"Like many towns across America, Janesville, Wis., is still waiting for the recovery the president promised," Buck said, referring to Ryan's hometown, where a GM auto plant was idled in 2008.

Biden's remarks came as Romney and Ryan left their Republican National Convention in Tampa seeking the votes of former Obama supporters who have grown disenchanted with his presidency.

Obama traveled to Texas on Friday, where addressed military families on the second anniversary of the end of combat operations in Iraq.

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Kuhnhenn reported from Washington.

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CLEVELAND (AP) - After consecutive shutouts, the Oakland Athletics' pitching staff was OK with a little offensive outburst from their teammates.

Josh Donaldson hit a three-run homer and five pitchers combined to beat the struggling Cleveland Indians 8-4 on Wednesday night.

"We did what we needed to win," manager Bob Melvin said after Oakland took over the AL wild-card lead by one game over Baltimore with its 11th win in 13 games.

"We didn't close it out in the fashion we usually do," Melvin said. "The offense was good to see. Our at-bats got better as the game went along."

Yoenis Cespedis and Josh Reddick each had three of Oakland's 15 hits as the Athletics moved to 7-0 against the Indians since April 22, outscoring them 44-14.

Travis Blackley (5-3) gave up two runs over 5 2-3 innings. Ryan Cook got four outs for his 13th save.

"Travis was little out of sync, but overall did well," Melvin said. "Our starters have gotten into a little competition. It is like, `You set the bar and I want to raise it the next day.' "

The Athletics are 8-4 in the left-hander's starts. Oakland starters are 9-2 with a 2.70 ERA over the past 13 games. Blackley walked two, extending the starting staff's streak of two or fewer walks to 25 games.

"They have a very good pitching staff," Indians manager Manny Acta said. "They're tough. We can see why they're playing the way they are playing."

Donaldson connected off rookie Corey Kluber (0-3) in the fourth for a 3-2 lead. Shoddy fielding by the Indians, losers of 13 of 14, helped Oakland later extend the lead.

Indians shortstop Asdrubal Cabrera was ejected in the first by plate umpire Gary Darling, who took exception to the All-Star arguing a called third strike. The whiff made Cabrera 4 for 36 (.111) in his last 10 games.

"Everybody knows (Darling) missed the pitch," Acta said. "What's hard is we spent a lot of time today talking to Cabrera about his struggles as of late because he's been chasing a lot of pitches out of the zone and how he has to be more patient. He worked a tremendous at-bat there and the guy missed the pitch."

Cleveland, scoreless in 52 of its last 57 innings, scored more than three runs for the first time in 10 games.

Jason Donald's homer in the third broke the Indians' 24-inning scoreless streak, but they fell to 5-26 since July 27. It was the Indians' first run against the Athletics in 29 innings. They hadn't scored against them since the ninth inning of an 8-5 loss in Oakland on Aug. 18.

Ezequiel Carrera then tripled and scored on a groundout by Jason Kipnis.

Donaldson made it 3-2 in the fourth, hitting a two-out, 3-2 pitch for his third homer.

"My first thought was fastball," Donaldson said. "He had shown me all his breaking balls. He hung one and I was able to hit it out."

Kluber's defense deserted him in the sixth. With Reddick on first with a one-out infield single, the right-hander got Donaldson to ground to third. Jack Hannahan fielded the ball and threw to second to start a possible double play, but his toss went through second baseman Donald's legs, putting runners on first and third. Donald was charged with the error for failing to get the low but accurate throw.

Derek Norris followed with an RBI grounder to first baseman Matt LaPorta, who stepped on first for the out. LaPorta turned to throw to second for an inning-ending double play, but instead held the ball before throwing home, too high and too late to get Reddick sliding in.

Seth Smith doubled home a run and scored on Carter's single in the seventh to make it 6-2.

Cleveland got two unearned runs in the eighth after an error by Donaldson at third.

"It was one of the weirdest things I've ever had happen to me on the field," he said after the ball slipped out of his glove on a rundown play.

Kluber struck out a career-high seven without issuing a walk over six innings.

NOTES: Indians RHP Jeanmar Gomez worked one scoreless inning after being recalled from Triple-A Columbus when OF Shelley Duncan was designated for assignment. Duncan had exactly 11 homers and 29 runs in each of his three years in Cleveland. ... Indians 3B Lonnie Chisenhall, out since June 30 (broken right forearm), could begin a minor-league rehab assignment this weekend. ... Oakland 3B Brandon Inge, out since Aug. 12 (sprained right shoulder), may not be recalled from his rehab until rosters are expanded Saturday. ... Indians RHP Roberto Hernandez threw 35 pitches in a bullpen session and is set to start Saturday against Texas. He left Monday's start with a sprained right ankle. ... There were 366 dogs in the stands on tickets bought by fans for a "Puppypalooza" promotion.

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Governments and gangs realize malware is much cheaper than mainstream warfare.
Malware, short for malicious software, consists of programming designed to
disrupt operation, gather information that leads to loss of privacy or
exploitation, gain unauthorized access to system resources, and other abusive
behavior. Malware includes computer viruses, worms, trojan horses, spyware,
dishonest adware, scareware, crimeware, rootkits, and other malicious and
unwanted software or program. In law, malware is sometimes known as computer
contaminant.

Israeli Seculert and Russian Kaspersky have identified thousand Mahdi virus
victims. Mahdi keeps running, which implies that Mahdi's operators are not
worried about getting caught.

Malware makers can hide their tracks using spoofing, VPNs, proxy services, and
other means to make it look like they are based in any number of countries -
when in truth they are somewhere completely different.

Stuxnet targeted Iran's nuclear program in 2010. After that customer-built virus
was uncovered by a security researcher in Belarus, authorities in Iran
discovered it in a uranium enrichment facility.

Occident has developed electronic weapons that could be used to defend the West
against cyber attacks or prevent them. Occident is prepared to strike first in a
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can protect a country or entity against cyber attack. In future wars, there will
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retaliate against a cyber attack, others will think twice about launching one.

Mahdi is a less professional operation that runs on technology built with widely
available software. If the quality of your operation is not that high, then
maybe you don't care about being discovered. Mahdi lets remote attackers steal
files from infected PCs and monitor emails as well as instant messages. It can
also record audio, log keystrokes, and take screen shots of activity on those
computers.

Targets of Mahdi include critical infrastructure firms, financial services
firms, and government embassies located in five Middle Eastern countries, with
the majority of the infections in Iran. The campaign is being run by
hactivists, who are either funded by a government or provide information they
collect to a nation for ideological reasons.

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infrastructure are among two possible cyber-pandemics. Kaspersky is afraid cyber
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release. Faced with a replicating threat that knows no national boundaries,
cyber weapons can take down infrastructure around the world, hurting scores of
innocent victims along the way.

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The Smart TV Alliance consisting of LG and TP Vision (Philips) is still hammering away at its dream of platform-independent Smart TV apps, and as IFA 2012 gets under way it has a few new announcements. After promising Japanese manufacturers would join back in June it has welcomed Toshiba to the fold, as well as other supporters like Qaulcomm, Mstar, Onigo and YuMe. At IFA 2012, LG is showing off the first apps built to the original SDK 1.0 spec built by Accuweather, Eurosport, online music channel Vilanoise and others. It's not stopping there however, as the SDK 2.0 we'd heard about is still due before 2012 is out, and has been built to take advantage of the new more powerful SoCs that companies like Qualcomm (the S4 family) and Mstar can provide to HDTV manufacturers.

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While these ideas are not necessarily new, the ways in which they are being performed have changed dramatically over the last couple of years. As consumers grow savvier, products and services need to continually improve and the businesses involved need to employ new ideas and strategies to stay ahead of the curve. So here we go, my favourite three ways to get started working from home.

Number 1: Network Marketing

Network marketing is one of those terms people either love or hate (and due to some horror stories in the past, mostly the latter). Otherwise known as multi-level-marketing (which it seems people don?t like using these days due to the negative connotations), network marketing involves moving a product through a network of people collecting commissions off one?s down-line. It?s important to step away from any old preconceived ideas of what this business model is you may have however. It has stepped into the light in a big way in the 21st century, and old images of people stockpiling water filters in their garages, chasing up their friends about their ?new business opportunity? and hosting ?business meetings? in their lounge rooms are no longer relevant. Modern network marketing involves sophisticated online lead generation, automated marketing funnels, and utilizes an informed and professional sales network to move products that are generally too specialist or high end to be moved through traditional retail chains. Legitimate network marketing companies generally offer a product or service that is of a higher quality than what people can find in their supermarkets and shops, which requires knowledgeable sales people and strong interpersonal relationships. Aligning yourself with the right company in a growing sector can see you build a sizable distributorship which over the years can provide a solid residual income, allowing you to spend your time on other things you?d love to do, besides working. I particularly like this business model because I like to be paid several times over for one unit of work, just like royalties.

Number 2: Blogging For Dollars

We see them everywhere, and it seems we know someone who has one. What am I talking about? Blogs! Seriously though, can someone actually create an income source from writing about a particular topic? With patience and discipline it?s entirely possible. Where most people go wrong is they start out writing about a topic they are actually not interested in, just because they think it?s popular and will make money. This is a sure fire way to become impatient and bored with what you are doing. Picking a hot topic and throwing up a bunch of articles overnight with some advertising links just won?t cut it. Your blog needs to have a unique voice? your voice.

So write about something you are truly passionate about. An original and unique blog in which readers can see the blogger has a deep understanding and passion about their topic will gain a much stronger audience and authoritative stance online. People will actually link to your blog because it?s obvious you actually know what you are on about. Once you have built up a small base of followers you can then think about monetizing your website (getting paid to blog). Google AdSense is the most foolproof and generally in most scenarios the highest returning ad platform to run on a website, especially a blog(due to its simple integration with many blog platforms like WordPress). Your unique and authoritative blog will begin receiving traffic and a percentage of it will inevitably click through on some of your ad links, creating a nice revenue stream. Hit it big with a popular blog and those clicks can add up to hundreds and even thousands of dollars a day. Not bad for a couple of hours a week writing about something you love. Beyond AdSense there are numerous other ways to monetize a blog and here are a short few in point form:

Display related affiliate offers throughout your posts in which you receive a commission as a result of any sales that happen as a result of people buying from your recommendation/link.
Build a mailing list in which you can then send other related offers down the track.
Once you blog is sizable, sell advertising space or editorials.

Building a blog with a good readership and steady stream of traffic is something that won?t pay off immediately, but your ROI will continue to increase per unit of time spent the longer you spend with it. This will continue to the point where you are getting paid many many times over for just a small amount of work from home per week creating unique original content. This happens almost to the point of a walk away home based income, although some may say that once you reach that point of success it?s not quite as set and forget as an existing MLM distributorship (assuming their company continues to stay in business, which many don?t).

Number 3: Online Product/Information Creation

Potentially the most difficult, but also brings the greatest potential payoff. Coming up with an original online product seems like a daunting task, but the workload and skills required are often a lot less than you may think at first. Your original info product or service may even be something as simple as an eBook about how to do something in particular. People have made millions of dollars online and continue to do so with online product creation. Creating a simple physical product and then using the internet as your main sales avenue is also another way to look at this opportunity. Just like with blog writing, there would be a field in which you could be regarded as an expert. It is best to go about creating your product in this field. Here are some simple examples of products where people have created a business out of thin air, making many times their return on investment and carving out a very decent ongoing revenue stream.

A product teaching your bird to talk.
Product teaching your cat to use the toilet instead of kitty litter.
Simple online applications to automate daily rituals people do on their computers (programming can be outsourced very cheaply often for $10 and under an hour)
Simple websites that fill basic existing voids (think about how simple a site like twitter is, but look at their massive success)

I hope this has given you some fresh insight into some pre-existing ideas to work from home. Where there is a will there is a way, and as someone who has worked at home for themselves online since high school and throughout university with these exact business models, I know that it is possible for you to do it too. All you need to do is take a first step, stick with it and keep learning. Don?t move onto one thing from another, get one idea working before you move ahead and be willing to make some mistakes along the way. In time it all becomes easier and the window of possibility continues to widen. Good Luck!

Sarah Elson is the writer of workathomemum.com.au, a web page dedicated to Australian Mums wanting to work from home. She has a amount of tips and articles on working at home and how to effectively run a home based business, having herself walked down that very same road. She is now passionate about helping other individuals do the same without of falling into the many associated pitfalls and helping others discover work at home opportunities that suit their own goals and life-style.

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By Allison Linn, TODAY

It?s no secret that many Americans feel like the weak economy has forced them to do more work for the same or even less pay.

A new survey finds they have lots of company among workers around the world.

About two-thirds of hourly workers surveyed in Great Britain, France, Australia, China, Canada, Mexico, India and Brazil said their employers violate overtime rules at least some of the time.

In the U.S., slightly less than half the hourly workers surveyed had the same complaint.

The survey was conducted by Harris Interactive on behalf of Kronos Inc., which makes technology for human resources operations.

Chinese, Indian and British workers were most likely to complain that their rights had been violated. The French were most likely to say their bosses don?t violate overtime rules.

The?hourly?workers surveyed generally said they were eager to work extra hours, presumably because they expect that will lead to more pay.

Among the workers surveyed in other countries, more than half said they were happy to have the overtime hours they got, and one-third said they?d like to have more overtime hours. French, Canadian and British respondents were most likely to say they wanted more OT.

Among the U.S. workers surveyed, 49 percent said they were happy with the amount of overtime hours they work, and another 43 percent said they wished they could work more hours.

In the U.S., there has been a record jump in employee claims of wage and hour violations, including off-the-clock work and?miscalculation?of overtime pay. More than 7,000 people have filed claims under the Fair Labor Standards Act so far this year, according to calculation from law firm Seyfarth Shaw. That?s up from around 2,000 a decade earlier.

The sample for the Kronos survey included 666 U.S. hourly workers and 1,700 hourly workers from other countries.

Related:

If you're working, guys, chances are you're working harder

You're working harder, they're making money

Do you think you're working more hours than you were five years ago?

Source: http://lifeinc.today.com/_news/2012/08/28/13510564-overtime-complaints-common-in-us-worldwide?lite

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The Qualcomm Snapdragon S4 Pro Mobile Development Platform (MDP) tablet is not your typical Android-based slate -- it's a developer's best friend. This particular MDP houses a quad-core Snapdragon S4 APQ8064 chip, Adreno 320 GPU and 2GB LPDDR2 RAM, and its primary purpose for even existing is to help devs test their games and apps on a true-blue device before OEM products begin hitting the market later this year. It's the most impressive quad-core tablet (in terms of performance) we've ever played with, but at $1,299 a pop, it isn't cheap. But that's where you, dear reader, come in: the slate you see above is going to be handed out to a lucky winner, and all you have to do is leave a comment in the usual place. Don't forget to read the rules below, and best of luck!

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From 15 to 30% of people who have colorectal surgery will get an surgical-site infection?and those surgical infections (just among colorectal patients) cost an estimated $1 billion a year. The surgical infections cause longer hospital stays; are the most common cause of hospital readmission within 30 days; and require more doctor visits, wound-care supplies, and home care. Not to mention the added difficulties for patients and their families.

A two-year study at Johns Hopkins Hospital, just published in the August 2012 Journal of the American College of Surgeons, describes how a team of front-line providers used their ?local wisdom? plus an evidence-based safety system to cut their infection rate in colorectal surgery patients by 33.3 percent in one year.

Reducing surgical infections improves patient care and saves dollars?a national priority shared by Medicare and other insurers, medical staff, and patients alike. A national Surgical Care Improvement Project (SCIP) using standardized checklists and measures was launched six years ago, but four recent studies show little connection between compliance and?overall patient outcomes.

Leaders at Johns Hopkins Hospital decided to add an element seen in other successful quality-improvement programs?intentionally bridging the typical divide between front-line staff and the experts who bring in a standardized improvement system.

They formed a team of surgery, anesthesia, nursing, and infection control leaders, plus a team coach (to facilitate meetings and manage improvement projects), and a hospital executive who could help front-line staff overcome institutional barriers. The leadership team also invited other interested front-line nurses, nurse anesthetists, scrub technicians, and anesthesiologists to join what became a 36-member team. They launched a CUSP (Comprehensive Unit-based Safety Program) that used the national SCIP checklist, but also added their own interventions to the checklist:

Only surgical nurses, rather than a variety of staff, did the pre-op skin preparation on each patient ;
All patients were given antibiotic-treated wash cloths to use the evening before surgery;
After studying literature, the team added oral antibiotics to routine pre-surgical mechanical bowel preparation;
Because a separate hospital study showed that many patients were hypothermic both before and after surgery, they began warming patients in the pre-anesthesia area;
When scrub technicians pointed out that instruments used for intestinal suturing were also frequently used for skin closure, the team designed a system to replace all instruments and change the entire teams? surgical gloves after completing the bowel work and again before beginning wound closure; and
The team found and fixed lapses in giving antibiotics after surgery.

This last action showed why ?local wisdom? might improve standardized checklists.

Previous compliance was 99 percent with the national SCIP measure of ?appropriate antibiotic selection.? But frank talk on the team revealed that staff didn?t think all patients were actually getting the correct medications. In fact, before the team was formed, only 33% of penicillin-allergic patients were getting recommended doses of the gentamicin/clindamycin recommended by the infection control staff. (Patients were either under-dosed or not receiving gentamicin because of concerns about side-effects.) After team intervention, 92% of patients received the correct antibiotics.

Based on average costs of $6,000 to $10,000 per surgical-site infection, the study authors estimated that by decreasing their infection rate by 33%, their hospital saved from $168,000 to $280,000 in one year alone? just among?its 278 colorectal surgery patients.

The authors described study limitations?it was not randomized; it was only at one hospital; and all improvement measures were introduced simultaneously and not analyzed separately for effectiveness. They called for further, multi-institutional studies.

But their overall conclusion: ?Formation of small groups of front-line providers to address patient harm using local wisdom and existing evidence can improve patient safety. ?

SOURCE: August 2012 Journal of the American College of Surgeons?????

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The Best Ways to Open a Stubborn Jar Lid Everyone has their favorite method for opening a stubborn jar lid, but the folks at America's Test Kitchen have a great selection of tips that'll get any stubborn lid unscrewed if your favorite method doesn't work.

We've discussed several of these before, from the rubber band method to plastic wrap or hot water, but one thing that I always forget?especially with sticky jars?is to put some plastic wrap over the opening to make it easier to dislodge next time, the way the video suggests. The best thing about these suggestions however is that they all work without you having to go out and buy a special "jar opening glove" or kitchen gadget to do the job.

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$29 for a 20-Minute Teeth-Whitening Treatment at Whiten My Smile Now ($139 Value)

For centuries, the only ways to whiten teeth was to drink paint primer or leave teeth out in the desert for a few weeks and hope a roadrunner wouldn't steal them. Avoid sand-dune speedsters with this Groupon.

$29 for 20-Minute Teeth-Whitening Session ($139 Value)

A qualified technician applies an efficient brush-on solution under an LED lamp that emits blue light to quickly lift stains and whiten teeth. The procedure can leave smiles two to eight shades brighter in a mere 20 minutes.

Whiten My Smile Now

Whiten My Smile Now helps one brighten their teeth while also saving them a trip to the dentist. It?s a convenience that has rapidly ascended in popularity: over 30,000 clients have sought out the service since 2008. But the specially trained technicians haven?t let the number intimidate them. They still take the time to prepare every person with a consultation before assessing current teeth shades with a chart that ranges from ?yellow? to ?cartoon ding.? Patients then recline beneath an LED light for approximately 20 minutes, which activates a whitening gel applied by the technician. Following, the procedure, clients examine the color chart to see how their teeth have changed in color.

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$49 for $150 Toward Furniture at Savvy Spaces

Kitchen tables bring families together, much like a 50th wedding anniversary or one of those big cookies. Gather 'round with this Groupon.

$49 for $150 Worth of Furniture

Furniture includes a Quincy sofa ($899.99), a Sawan Chest made with reclaimed wood ($399.99), an Merlot table ($299.99), and a West Loft bed ($399.99).

Savvy Spaces is currently celebrating its grand opening of a brand new location on Smith Corners Blvd.

Savvy Spaces

Savvy Spaces? interior designers seek out singular pieces from top-tier artisans to populate their sunny 36,000-square-foot showroom. Though the curators champion mainly modern, elegant designs, they also handpick reclaimed wood furniture and rustic home accents such as southwestern-patterned throw pillows. Savvy Spaces constantly replenishes its stock, allowing patrons the chance to scout new hide-and-seek hot spots in the show room each week.

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Signature Facial and Peel or Three Microcurrent or Microdermabrasion Facials at A Little Skin Studio (Up to 55% Off)

Facials get rid of excess oil so that you can press your face against puppy-store windows without leaving a print. Look good up close with this Groupon.

Choose from Three Options

$67 for one signature facial package (a $135 total value)

One customized signature facial, which combats aging with tools including microcurrent face lifting, medical-grade peptides, and collagen-boosting gels (a $120 value)
One chemical peel (a $15 value)

$109 for three nonsurgical microcurrent face-lifts, which tone, lift, and moisturize skin (a $240 value)

$109 for three microdermabrasion sessions (a $240 value)

A Little Skin Studio

Technology gives an extra kick to the spa services aestheticians perform at A Little Skin Studio. In addition to the Clayton Shagal products they use during 12 kinds of facials, they rely on LED light therapy and microcurrent tightening to fight acne and signs of aging. Unlike people who have been beaten senseless with scepters, the studio?s not afraid of a little flair; treatment rooms bear funky zebra-print rugs.

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Internal-Cleansing Body Wrap with Option for Deep-Cleansing Facial at All 4 Your Body Wellness Day Spa (Half Off)

The aging process slows down when you get a body wrap, just as the legal process slows down when you shout, "No, Your Honor, you're out of order!" instead of just reading the verdict. Hold wrinkles in contempt with this Groupon.

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$35 for an internal-cleansing body wrap (a $70 value)
$62 for an internal-cleansing body wrap and deep-cleansing facial (a $125 total value)

The internal-cleansing body wrap works to increase blood circulation and reduce the appearance of cellulite. A deep-cleansing facial works on the surface, unclogging pores to revitalize complexions along with a facial massage.

All 4 Your Body Wellness Day Spa

The technicians of All 4 Your Body Wellness Day Spa aim to help clients reach their beauty goals with the aid of holistic treatments and organic herbal supplements. A complimentary consultation starts every treatment, and technicians let patients lead the discussion, which could touch on topics such as skin issues, weight problems, and concern with this upcoming primetime TV lineup. From there, technicians begin to craft a personalized total-body-wellness plan??which could incorporate a cellulite-reducing body wrap, hot-stone massage, colon cleansing, or weight-management program.

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Massage or Facial at Infinite Rejuvenation Med Spa in Fort Mill (Up to 52% Off)

Like a time-traveling bull in a butterfly shop, facial muscles often create wrinkles that only science can undo. Transcend the time-face continuum with this Groupon.

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$29 for a one-hour massage (a $60 value)
$39 for a one-hour custom facial (a $75 value)

Facials begin with a thorough evaluation by a skincare professional who customizes each one-hour service to the client?s specific needs. The one-hour massage?valid for Swedish or deep-tissue modalities?can be upgraded to a hot-stone massage for an additional $10.

Infinite Rejuvenation Med Spa

Infinite Rejuvenation Med Spa is owned and operated by Dr. Dana Giarrizzi, who administers and oversees treatments powered by products from Botox, Latisse, and Clear & Brilliant Laser Facial Resurfacing. The spa brightens complexions with peels, dermal fillers, and laser treatments that also help clients reduce hair growth and the appearance of spider veins. The center also houses massage therapists, who leverage deep-tissue, Swedish, and hot-stone techniques to leave guests feeling as loose and free as a penny in a wishing fountain.

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Interior Painting for One, Two, or Three Rooms or Exterior House Repainting from Helbing Group (Up to 75% Off)

Repainting a room makes it feel new again, much like blowing it up or pumping it full of bees. Surprise yourself with this Groupon.

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$79 for interior painting of one room (a $158 value)
$142 for interior painting of two rooms (a $316 value)
$189 for interior painting of three rooms (a $474 value)
$75 for $300 toward repainting of a house exterior, which usually costs about $1,800 for a single-level, 2,000-square-foot house, and more for a two-story home or a home with a basement

Helbing Group

For the past 15 years, Helbing Group has rescued weathered houses and buildings from the brink of disrepair through painting and refinishing services. Its employees hasten to homes, where they add a fresh coat of paint both inside and out, or refresh aluminum siding and power-wash away exterior grime. They also line parking lots to keep hopscotch courts from spontaneously appearing, all while maintaining a high caliber of professionalism and efficiency.

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Mexican Cuisine at Tres Pesos Bar & Grill (Half Off). Two Options Available.

Corn is one of the staples of Mexican cuisine, used to make both tortillas and Cornyo, a carbonated beverage made of carbonation and mashed corn kernels. Eat a culinary cornerstone with this Groupon.

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$20 for $40 worth of Mexican food
$40 for $80 worth of Mexican food

The menu includes chilaquiles with carne asada ($12.99), shrimp ranchero ($12.99), veggie burritos ($7.99), and eight varieties of ceviche ($14.99?$21.99).

Tres Pesos Bar & Grill

The chefs at Tres Pesos Bar & Grill import both their recipes and their ingredients straight from Mexico. They meld seafood into eight varieties of ceviche and douse shrimp cocktails in hot ?Nayarit-style? sauce, modeled after the version made popular in the Mexican state of Nayarit. Behind the bar, shakers and blenders thrum with the sound of mixing margaritas, mojitos, martinis, and sangria.

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$120 for a Personalized 30-Day Weight-Loss Plan with Eight B12 Injections at Physician's Plan ($259 Value)

Losing weight can make you feel like yourself at last, unlike entering witness protection, which always makes you "Darby Hatbox." Show off the new you with this Groupon.

$120 for a Personalized 30-Day Weight-Loss Plan ($259 Value)

One-hour initial visit with physician consultation
Computerized body analysis
Eight 15-minute visits (two or three times per week) for B12 Lipo-Plex injections
Variety pack of nutritional bars
Exercise and diet plan with guidance from a counselor

Physician's Plan

Chris DiOrio, DO and his wife Armella lead the management team at Physician's Plan. As the company's medical director and lead physician, Dr. DiOrio uses his expertise and board certification in emergency and critical-care medicine, along with extensive training through the American Society of Bariatric Physicians, to treat weight-related conditions. And though Armella was once headed toward a career testing other people's hearing as an audiologist, she now spends her days relying on her own ears, listening carefully to clients' needs and sharing their exuberance as they drop excess pounds.

The philosophy of the medical and clinical staff maintains that obesity?like diabetes, high blood pressure, or disco fever?is a disease rather than a failure of willpower. They take a multifaceted approach to weight loss, assigning each patient a personal counselor to provide support in the areas of behavior modification and nutrition, and custom plans might also incorporate tools such as lipotropic injections or medications. As a reward for their successes, patients can also schedule spa services including exfoliating HydraFacials, chemical peels, and massages, or ensure faces match their trim, youthful bodies with Botox, Juvederm, or Radiesse.

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Two- or Three-Night Stay for Up to Four at Marina Inn Grande Dunes in Myrtle Beach

Tranquil Four-Star Resort with Two Championship Golf Courses

Situated along the Intracoastal Waterway, Marina Inn at Grande Dunes initially presents a fountain-and-palm-tree fa?ade fairly typical of Myrtle Beach's many resorts. But the unassuming exterior belies a homey, highly personal experience that begins in the lobby, where check in occurs not across a chest-high counter but at one of two old-fashioned wooden desks. A concierge is on hand to book tee times at the onsite championship golf courses or dispense tips on the multitude of family-friendly attractions within reach of the inn.

In each of the 450-square-foot Grande guest rooms, a sliding door reveals a terrace where padded wicker chairs offer a cozy spot to take in views of the waterway or marina. The room's lavish bathrooms are stocked with Vive bath products and diamond-encrusted rubber duckies.

At Waterscapes Restaurant, Chef Robbie Nicolaisen personally selects fresh-caught seafood for entrees ranging from crispy oysters to black bass. The upscale eatery supports local farmers and surprises dinner guests with an unexpected post-meal treat?a freshly spun tuft of pink cotton candy.

One of the resort's two golf courses?the Grande Dunes Resort Club?was named National Course of the Year in 2009 by the National Golf Course Owners Association. In warmer weather, you can take a dip in the infinity-edge pool, open year-round, or relax on the resort's private-access beachfront, which is open on weekends through September 30.

Myrtle Beach, South Carolina: Coastal Adventure and Exotic Wildlife

Myrtle Beach is the crown jewel of South Carolina's Grand Strand, a 60-mile stretch of beaches along the Atlantic seaboard. On the city's newly built boardwalk, you can browse eclectic boutiques and go for a spin on the 200-foot SkyWheel Ferris wheel. From the hotel, a 10-minute drive north leads to Barefoot Landing, home to shops, restaurants, and TIGERS Preservation Station. The free exhibit provides an up-close look at rare and endangered tigers, including siberians, royal white bengals, and the ferocious golden tabby.

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$10 for $20 Worth of Meatballs and Comfort Cuisine for Two at Meatballs on Main

Eating is necessary for survival, just like sleeping or carving yourself companions out of large pieces of wood. Don't just survive--thrive with this Groupon.

$10 for $20 Worth of Meatballs and Comfort Cuisine for Two

The menu includes hearty items such as the Hog Wild bacon-and-ground-pork meatball ($7-$9), the MoMwich with two meatballs and mozzarella ($6), and veggie balls ($8-$10). Meatballs come to tables drenched with the customer?s choice of sauce, and sit atop fries, spaghetti, smashed potatoes, or white beans.

Meatballs on Main

Meatballs on Main gives zesty balls of protein their time in the spotlight by enlivening recipes with new flavor combinations. Ground beef partners with short ribs, parmesan cheese, and fresh herbs to sate cravings in the Here?s the Beef dish, and applewood-smoked bacon teams up with ground pork and hot cherry peppers in the Hog Wild ball. Chefs further flavor each plate with housemade sauces and a spaghetti, hand-cut fry, smashed-potatoes, or white-bean base. Their sole dessert, MOM?s Old Fashioned apple crisp, rounds out meals with baked apples, crunchy oats, vanilla ice cream, and stories of having to walk uphill in the snow to get eaten.

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One-Way Airport Shuttle Service Within 10 or 30 Miles of Zip Code 28204 from EcoSeat (Up to 60% Off)

Having a driver chauffeur you to the airport takes the edge off of standing in security lines and watching the TSA officers try on your slacks. Travel in style with this Groupon.

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$18 for one-way shuttle service to or from Charlotte Douglas International Airport within 10 miles of zip code 28204 for one (up to a $45 value)
$35 for one-way shuttle service to or from Charlotte Douglas International Airport within 30 miles of zip code 28204 for one (up to an $80 value)

Customers can request a shuttle schedule here. Pets are allowed on board, as long as they are in a carrying case and nobody booked for the trip has allergies. Shuttles are not handicapped accessible.

EcoSeat

Ride-sharing company EcoSeat takes carpooling to a professional level, minimizing the environmental impact of trips longer than a commute but too short for air travel. Its fleet of leather-seated vans accommodates working on the go; technology options range from mobile wireless connectivity to power outlets and USB ports for charging laptops and cell phones. As their charges work, drivers follow highways to Charlotte?s neighboring cities or chauffeur airport trips to ensure no one has to wait on their roof to grab the tail of a passing zephyr.

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Up to 5 or 10 Video Tape-to-DVD Conversions at Memories On Media (Up to 60% Off)

Transferring footage to DVD generally usually requires careful patience, proper equipment, and a solemn farewell nod towards the lonely, dusty VHS deck.

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$37 for DVD conversion of up to 5 video tapes (up to a $75 value)
$60 for DVD conversion of up to 10 video tapes (up to a $150 value)

This Groupon can be used to convert video formats such as VHS, Hi8, Digital 8, Video 8, VHS-C, Mini DV, and DVC.

Memories On Media

An offshoot of The Wax Museum, Memories On Media began as a similarly sonically focused enterprise, editing audio clips and transferring the contents of vinyl records, reel-to-reels, and 8-tracks to CD. Since the business? inception, its technicians have expanded their repertoire to include similar services for video-footage formats including VHS, mini DV, and 8mm. Staffers encourage patrons to sit in the studio with them as they edit, ensuring each final cut adheres to the client?s vision and omits any evidence that they once owned hammer pants.

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60- or 90-Minute Custom Massage at LKN Massage (Up to 54% Off)

Massage therapists are known for their strong hands, which means that the best way to find one is to follow a trail of open pickle jars. Find a helping hand with this Groupon.

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$30 for a 60-minute custom massage (a $65 value)
$50 for a 90-minute custom massage (a $100 value)

LKN Massage

Owner and licensed massage therapist Bob Weir treats a variety of ailments for clients at LKN Massage. Bob, a graduate of and faculty member at the Southeastern School of Neuromuscular Therapy, guides a staff of five therapists. Myriad massage modalities are available, including Swedish, deep-tissue, hot-stone, sports, couples, and prenatal massage. Neuromuscular therapy helps to balance the nervous system, and light work on the lymph nodes stimulates lymphatic drainage to help flush the body of toxins. Nutritional assessments are provided free of change, just like the president doesn't charge anything for his making-money-online advice.

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Heartworm Check or Pet Microchip at Baxter Veterinary Clinic (Up to 63% Off)

Like a stubborn grandfather, pets hate being taken to the doctor and like to have the radio on all day so that they don't feel alone. Take care of your extended family with this Groupon.

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$15 for a heartworm check (a $40 value)
$19 for a pet microchip (a $50 value)

Unlike a collar, which can slip off, microchips stick with pets forever, ensuring that they may be returned to their owners if lost.

Baxter Veterinary Clinic

Dr. James Doyle and Dr. Kelly Baete met when they were both studying at Purdue School of Veterinary Medicine. Later, they showed up at the same wedding venue to tie the knot, and then the same Fort Mill veterinary clinic to start a practice. Dr. Doyle specializes in surgical and orthopedic procedures, utilizing everything from scalpels to radio waves in his quest to treat ailments. Meanwhile, Dr. Baete focuses on preventative medicine, educating her clients on how best to care for their pets and minimize future trips to her office.

Together, the two relentlessly strive to improve the welfare of their community's creatures?even offering free spay and neuter services for pets rescued from the Humane Society of York County. In order to make visits as easy as possible, their clinic boasts a playroom to entertain children while their parents discuss the serious business of pet care or the less serious business of canine poker games. .

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One or Three 60-Minute Private Dog-Training Sessions from Dogtastic Dog Training (Up to 59% Off)

Dog trainers help eliminate bad habits, such as barking at squirrels, and develop good ones, such as barking at squirrels that are about to kill themselves. Get a helping hand with this Groupon.

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Trainers consider the personality and behavioral issues of each dog, and then tailor sessions to develop both obedience and healthy social skills. Owners must show proof that dogs' vaccinations are current. Sessions may be scheduled Monday?Friday between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m.

Dogtastic Dog Training

Cooper got a rough start in life. At just three months old, the doberman-hound mix was found on the side of the road, a plastic bag over his head. Thankfully, Cooper's owners rescued him soon after, but his experiences left him with separation anxiety, aggression, and resistance to basic commands. Enter Glenn Shue, owner and lead trainer of Dogtastic Dog Training. Glenn's approach begins by first considering each canine's unique personality, which helps him tailor a training program that combines obedience training with proper socialization. Through one-on-one work with Cooper and his family, Glenn saw the pup through many of his behavioral problems, and he continues rehabilitating Cooper with occasional attention at daycare.

A graduate of Highland Canine Training?s school for dog trainers, Glenn and his team apply his teaching principles in each of their training programs. With an indoor training space at All Wags North, they organize group obedience classes and in-kennel training, as well as puppy training that focuses on building healthy social skills. Services further extend to private in-home training, where instructors teach dogs how to sit, stay, and mix martinis. Glenn's team also specializes in behavior modification for pets with aggression problems.

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Three Days and Two Nights of Boarding, or Five Days of Daycare at All Wags Doggie Daycare and Boarding North (56% Off)

Pets are members of the family, specifically smaller members who can't voice their complaints about being photographed in a basket. Earn back their respect with this Groupon.

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$50 for three days and two nights of dog boarding (a $114 value)
$55 for five days of doggy daycare (a $125 value)

Both options include a free full-day evaluation to ensure dogs are a good fit at All Wags Doggie Daycare and Boarding North. The evaluation should be scheduled at least three days before boarding or daycare services.

All Wags Doggie Daycare and Boarding North

In 2005, Karen McCombs left the corporate world. It was a big decision, but she had a simple reason: "I just decided I wanted to play with dogs," she says. Today, two of her sons work at the original All Wags location in Charlotte, and she and Josh Hartsell?another son?have headed out to open All Wags Doggie Daycare and Boarding North in Harrisburg. They've painted the 9,000 square feet of indoor play space with colorful canine murals, but there's also plenty of room outdoors for a dog to play ball, leap into kiddie pools, or plant its owner's flag on the peaks of plastic playground equipment.

The staff takes the time to get to know each dog, from their names to what they like and what they're scared of?and Karen says the dogs are excited to come in and play. She makes sure the staff ratio stays at about 10 dogs to 1 staff member during doggy daycare so that pooches get plenty of attention and exercise. Except for a two-hour rest period, the dogs are out and about the entire time, rather than being cooped up alone at home or made to sit in a cage and nibble listlessly on homework. "It's just a fun, exhausting day for [the dogs]," she says. "They go home and they're very tired." Dogs who are staying the night play with daycare dogs during the day, then retire to 4'x8' kennels with heating and cooling. To make sure everyone's safe, all supervisors are certified in pet first aid by the American Red Cross and have been endorsed by multiple doggy-sniff committees.

For Karen, working with her canine customers has been rewarding, and she knows their human owners appreciate the time she and her staff take to get to know their dogs and individuals. "Everybody's just so happy and ready to see you. It's not like that in the corporate world anymore," she says.

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Morning and Evening Pet Visit or 30-Minute Pet Visit to Your Home from Wags In the City (Up to 53% Off)

Owning a pet can be expensive due to the costs of food, trips to the vet, and bills for phone calls above the range of human hearing. Save a bone with this Groupon.

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$10 for a morning and evening pet visit to your home (a $20 value)
$7 for a 30-minute visit to your home (a $15 value)

Within Charlotte and 10 miles of zip code 28202, pet-care specialists visit abodes for 15 minutes in the morning and evening of the same day or for one 30-minute session to walk and feed four-legged friends or other pets, including snakes, birds, and fish. After providing some companionship, staff members can provide optional services such as bringing in the newspaper and mail, cleaning litter boxes, watering plants, or taking out the trash. Each visit includes a personal note detailing services completed.

The value of the morning and evening visit may instead be applied toward any of Wags In the City?s services (except for pet taxi or pooper scooper).

Wags In the City

Born into an animal-loving family that housed pets ranging from birds to ferrets and dogs to pigs, Beth Hahn naturally developed a passion for caring for domestic animals. At only 26, she boasts a seven-year history in the pet industry; her resume lists off her experience in boarding, doggy daycare, overnight pet sitting, grooming, and more. In April of 2009, she funneled her childhood passion and professional experiences into Wags In the City?a pet-service provider she hopes will exceed customer expectations. To do this, she rounded up a team of passionate caretakers committed to offering pet owners comprehensive pet-care services, such as overnight sitting, transportation, and translating barks during negotiations over couch-sitting privileges. Hahn aspires to go above and beyond traditional businesses, and during at-home pet visits the team throws in additional complimentary services, including watering plants and taking out the trash. Because she wants to ensure both pets and owners live in a great community, her business also gives back to the Charlotte area, donating time, services, and money.

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$20 for a Comprehensive Veterinary Exam for Dog or Cat at Wilkinson Animal Hospital ($45 Value)

Having animals in your house is a mixed blessing?sure, plenty of free eggs, but who wants to eat dog eggs? Baby your beasts with this Groupon.

$20 for a Comprehensive Veterinary Exam for Dog or Cat ($45 Value)

During the comprehensive 10- to 30-minute exam, Dr. Jim examines the fur, coat, skin, legs, paws, ears, eyes, nose, throat, teeth, gums, heart, lungs, abdomen, and gastrointestinal and urogenital systems of felines or canines.

Wilkinson Animal Hospital

Dr. Jim Gill and the team of veterinary doctors and staff at Wilkinson Animal Hospital understand the bond between pets and their owners, working six days a week to prolong the life and health of these furry family members. The capable team performs a range of services, from dentistry and internal medicine to radiology, surgery, and microchipping. They extend their care past cats and dogs to more exotic creatures, including birds, rabbits, reptiles, small mammals, and sentient pet rocks. Cozy crates and an expansive yard coddle pets during boarding, daycare, and grooming services, and an in-house pharmacy doles out any necessary meds.

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Charlotte/South Park/Dilworth: $10 For $20 Worth Of Cafe Delicacies at Cluck-n-Cup

When Thomas Edison invented chickens, though he neglected to give them the ability to fly, he did remember to program some extra deliciousness under their feathers. Celebrate the genius of poultry with this DoubleTake Deal, good for $20 worth of cafe delicacies at Cluck-N-Cup. Start your day with an eye-opening croissant with scrambled eggs, fluffy frittata, or muffin, or come in to roost at lunchtime for an over-stuffed sandwich or wrap. Chicken Pot Pie, Spinach & Black Bean Quesadilla and big crisp salads will fill you up and have you feeling a lot less peckish.

Charlotte/South Park/Dilworth: $99 For A Three-Hour Afternoon Fishing Trip For 1 ($200 Value) at Fishing With Gus

Gus Gustafson is a full-time professional fishing guide, specializing in fishing on Lake Norman. Gus has over 50 years of fishing experience, and has been fishing Lake Norman since the mid-1960s. Get ready to fish in a 23-foot center console or a luxurious 25-foot pontoon boat that is loaded with state-of-the-art electronics, and has a semi-enclosed heated cockpit for winter fishing. The pontoon is designed for family fishing fun or corporate charters. It is also equipped with a VHF radio, GPS, depth finders and a privacy area. Fishing trips are available for a single angler or up to six anglers. Arrangements can be made for up to 5 additional at $50 each when you schedule your trip. With this DoubleTake Deal, receive a 3-hour afternoon fishing trip for one with Capt. Gus ($200 value)!

Charlotte/South Park/Dilworth: $10 For $20 Worth Of Delicious Pizza & Italian Cuisine at Main Street Pizza

Few foods exist that are as universally favored and savored as pizza. Pepperoni and mushroom, pineapple and ham, or perhaps sausage and anchovies? With the ability to be topped with almost any foodstuff, in whatever combination you can dream up, everyone can enjoy their own little slice of cheesy heaven. Find your favorite pie at Main Street Pizza where the offerings are limitless. Take advantage of this DoubleTake Deal and you?ll receive $20 toward delicious pizza and Italian cuisine. Main Street Pizza?s also offers a variety of sandwiches, like the meatball parmigiana sub or an Italian sub, as well as salads. Try Main Street Pizza?s own baked ziti. And if you prefer your pizza in pocket form, wrap your mitts around one of their delicious stromboli.

Charlotte/South Park/Dilworth: $10 For $20 Worth Of Gourmet Italian Cuisine at Italy Cafe

Nutritionists say you should drink eight glasses of water a day. What they fail to mention is that you should also eat eight slices of pizza a day, with plenty of pasta thrown in as well. For your good health, come to Italy Cafe and bring this DoubleTake Deal with you: get $20 toward gourmet Italian dining. Italy Cafe?s open kitchen gives you a great view of your pie as it embarks on its journey, only to emerge bubbly, soft, melty, and simply fantastic. Join them for date night and feast on Italy Cafe?s own homemade lasagna, eggplant parmesan or chicken cacciatore. Bring the whole gang and enjoy pizza, wings, salads and much more in a family-friendly atmosphere. Picky eaters are no problem! There?s something for everyone at Italy Cafe.

Charlotte/South Park/Dilworth: $10 For $20 Worth Of Real New York Pizza & Italian Food at Sebastiano's Pizzeria

Sebastiano?s means serious New York pizza and Italian food. No ?New York-style? mumbo jumbo here! It?s the real deal made by real New Yorkers. Not a thing has changed from their days on Long Island. All of Sebastiano?s food is made fresh with only the best ingredients. Their large portions are almost too much! Almost. With this DoubleTake Deal, enjoy $20 worth of real New York pizza and Italian food! Come on in to Sebastiano?s for all your favorites like calamari, broccoli rabe and milk-fed veal. All their veal and chicken is hand pounded! Enjoy a casual dining atmosphere complete with TVs. Patio seating is a cozy way to enjoy the aroma of fresh herbs in the air. Sebastiano?s game corner will occupy the kids while you enjoy your meal. They offer a full bar with 25 beers, 14 wines and over 85 mixed beverages. Both locations have carry-out and delivery. They service the entire eastern Lake Norman area, from exit 23 to exit 36.

Charlotte-S/Ballantyne/Waxhaw: $10 For $20 Worth Of Great American Pub Fare & Drinks at Fifty 1 Neighborhood Bar & Grille

Put on your eatin? pants! Fifty 1 is famous for their jumbo wings. Traditional, boneless or smoked, they can be sauced to your liking and will leave you wanting more! Their menu also features burgers, bbq, sandwiches and even personal pizzas. With this DoubleTake Deal, you?ll get $20 worth of great American pub fare and drinks. Fifty 1 is not only big on food, they?re big on entertainment too! Bring your friends to check out your favorite team on one of their 35 HDTVs. Listen to live music, sing karaoke or test your smarts at trivia. Fifty 1 has drink specials every day of the week. Join them every Friday for drink specials and live music with no cover charge. Follow them on Facebook? at www.Facebook.com/Fifty1BarGrille and follow them on Twitter? @Fifty1BarGrille.

Charlotte-S/Ballantyne/Waxhaw: $10 For $20 Worth Of Authentic Southern BBQ, Burgers & Ribs at Elwood's BBQ-Burgers-Ribs

What makes you happy? If the answer is BBQ, Southern-fried chicken and homemade sides, then Elwood?s is the place to be! With this DoubleTake Deal, get $20 worth of authentic Southern BBQ, burgers & Ribs! Big Don Elwood was a man who did things that made him happy. At Elwood?s, they follow his example. They quickly provide authentic Southern BBQ, burgers, ribs and more at great prices. Elwood?s friendly atmosphere makes it a family favorite. They offer express counter lunch service Monday through Friday from 11 until 4pm transitioning to good old-fashioned table service during the evenings and on weekends. Elwood?s also provides catering for corporate luncheons, banquets, tailgating and more. Elwood?s is a casual, family-friendly establishment dedicated to fast, friendly service and good Southern cooking! Follow them on Facebook? at www.facebook.com/ElwoodsBBQ and follow them on Twitter? @ElwoodsNC.

Charlotte-S/Ballantyne/Waxhaw: $10 For $20 Worth Of Gourmet Italian Food at Dinner at De Marco's Italian Grill

While pasta sauce makes for a great moisturizer and a handy substitute for vibrant lipstick, it?s still best enjoyed as part of a traditional Italian meal. Get your rigatoni right when you visit De Marco's Italian Grill in Fort Mill. Bring along this DoubleTake Deal to receive $20 worth of gourmet Italian fare at dinner. De Marco has a menu as long as the Alps, featuring soups, salads, appetizers, pasta dishes, chicken, veal, seafood and beyond.

Charlotte-S/Ballantyne/Waxhaw: $15 For $30 Worth Of Authentic Italian Cuisine (Purchaser Will Receive 2-$15 Certificates) at Tony's Pizza York

In mathematics, pi is roughly equal to 3.14, which is incidentally the average number of slices a Tony?s Pizza patron has of one of their pies before he/she admits its superiority. Bask in the mathematical deliciousness of Tony?s. When you use this DoubleTake Deal, good for $15 worth of Italian cuisine. Whether you?re popping in for a lunchtime pizza special, thick subs or a hearty boli, or bringing the family out for dinner to enjoy manicotti, lasagna and other authentic Italian plates, Tony?s Pizza will leave you satisfied.

Charlotte-S/Ballantyne/Waxhaw: $10 For $20 Worth Of Pottery Painting at Clay Escape

When your grandmother was a little girl, all pottery was white, all glass was clear. She ate oatmeal from a stark white bowl and slurped stew from an pallid tureen. Visit Clay Escape and live in color like Grandma couldn?t. Check out this DoubleTake Deal: get $20 worth of pottery painting! At Clay Escape, paint your own pottery or warm glass any way you?d like. No experience is needed. Instructors can help you achieve your artistic vision. There are no studio fees and no appointments required. Classes are also available. Try Clay Escape for birthday parties, baby showers, field trips and more. No appointments for painting, however glass classes are by appointment only.

Charlotte-S/Ballantyne/Waxhaw: $15 For A Glass Fusing Class ($30 Value) at Clay Escape

When your grandmother was a little girl, all pottery was white, all glass was clear. She ate oatmeal from a stark white bowl and slurped stew from an pallid tureen. Visit Clay Escape and live in color like Grandma couldn?t. Check out this DoubleTake Deal: try a glass fusing class, a $30 value! At Clay Escape, paint your own pottery or warm glass any way you?d like. No experience is needed. Instructors can help you achieve your artistic vision. There are no studio fees and no appointments required. Classes are also available. Try Clay Escape for birthday parties, baby showers, field trips and more. No appointments for painting, however glass classes are by appointment only.

Charlotte-S/Ballantyne/Waxhaw: $15 For $30 Worth Of Quality Upscale Consignment Clothes at Elite Repeats Consigment Boutique

Elite Repeats is an upscale consignment boutique conveniently located in Tega Cay just minutes off I-77. They represent all of the stores found in South Park Mall. Shop often as they add daily to their great selection of top quality designer clothing and accessories. Elite Repeats has a large selection of both new and resale items in sizes 0-14, including exclusive designer jeans like Miss Me, True Religion, Seven for All Mankind, etc. Their featured clothing & shoes designers include White House Black Market, Cache, Bebe, Guess?, Buckle, Chico?s?, Ann Taylor?, Talbots?, Ann Klein?, Cole Haan, Michael Kors, Marc Jacobs, Kay Unger, Teri Jon, Tadashi, Lilly Pulitzer?, Jack Rogers, Moschino, Christian Louboutin, Lucchese? and many others. With this DoubleTake Deal, enjoy $30 worth of upscale consignment clothes. Elite Repeats has a large inventory of authentic designer handbags & wallets from well-known designers such as Chanel?, Louis Vuitton, Marc Jacobs, Michael Kors, Gucci?, Prada, Cynthia Rowley, Coach, Juicy, Dooney & Bourke and more.

Charlotte-S/Ballantyne/Waxhaw: $10 For $20 Worth Of NY-Style Brick Oven Pizza And Gourmet Italian Food at La Strada

Family is a tradition with the Italian people and so is good food. La Strada take both seriously while preparing vintage Italian recipes. Let their family be yours for a day. With this DoubleTake Deal, get $20 worth of gourmet pizza and Italian food. Using the freshest ingredients, La Strada creates authentic Italian dishes for every taste. They offer several pasta dishes, pizza, stromboli, calzones as well as subs and salads. Settle down in their cozy dining room for a romantic candlelit dinner, or bring the family for fresh Italian cuisine. Private parties are also welcome on Mondays from 11am-9pm. Please call for details. Buon Appetito!

Charlotte-S/Ballantyne/Waxhaw: $10 For $20 Worth Of Water Ice & Ice Cream Deliciousness (Purchaser Will Receive 2-$10 Certificates) at Mally's Water Ice

With temperatures reaching triple digits and blood sugar levels dropping, Mally?s has come to the rescue with its wide array of delicious confections. Staying cool has never been so cool? use this DoubleTake Deal to receive $10 worth of ice cream, water ice and more. Mally?s Water Ice beats the heat with an impressive selection of ice cream, ices, funnel cakes, pretzels, floats, shakes and more. They?ll even cater your next event, assuring you of a sweeter social occasion. Check out their website for pushcart opportunities to raise funds for your organization. They always welcome potential franchise owners!

Charlotte-S/Ballantyne/Waxhaw: $10 For $20 Worth Of Gourmet Thai Cuisine For Dinner at Siam Garden Thai Restaurant

Your taste buds have been craving something beyond the ordinary lately, so treat them to something exotic, aromatic and evocative. Get tongue-Thai?d at Siam Garden Thai Restaurant and experience a world of fresh and new flavors. Tote along this DoubleTake Deal to receive $20 worth of gourmet Thai cuisine. The Tom-Kha soup is a great way to start any meal. Try out the green and red curry dishes for a true taste of Thailand. The ambiance will impress you, but not quite as much as the attentive and helpful staff. For a break from the same-old, same-old, drop in to Siam Garden for dinner today!

Charlotte-S/Ballantyne/Waxhaw: $13 For 4 Rounds Of Mini Golf ($26 Value) (Purchaser Will Receive 2 Certificates, Each Valid For 2 Rounds Of Mini Golf) at Leatherman Golf

Leatherman Golf Learning Center offers affordable family entertainment. Enjoy their 18-hole miniature golf course with waterfalls, streams and fountains. Their outdoor patio is perfect for parties, or for just keeping an eye on your little golfers. For the serious golf enthusiast, their teaching staff is available 7 days a week year-round. Their experienced teaching staff is PGA and LPGA certified. Loaner clubs are available at no additional cost. Leatherman also boasts a driving range with daily beer/ball combo specials! - 5845 S. Tryon Street Charlotte ? 704-527-1123

Charlotte-Matthews/Stallings: $15 For $30 Worth Of Indian Cuisine (Purchaser Will Receive 2-$15 Certificates) at Maharani Indian Cuisine

Your heart is racing, adrenaline pumping. You?re starting to sweat. You need a glass of water STAT! You?re running a marathon. Oh, wait, no, you?re not. You?re merely enjoying the Indian fare at Maharani Indian Cuisine. With this DoubleTake Deal, get $15 worth of Indian cuisine! Serving a wide array of authentic Indian dishes, owner Amandeep Singh and wife, Manjeet, offer you humble hospitality and delectable dining. Maharani is adorned in ceremonial Indian art, assuring you a true Indian experience. Their menu is seemingly endless, including Indian classics and specialties such as appetizers, shorba, chicken dishes, seafood, Indo-Chinese recipes, lamb and Biryani rice specialties. A special luncheon menu offers vegetarian selections, salads, tandoori, roti, desserts and more. Maharani Indian Cuisine offers full-service catering for large events like weddings or small affairs such as office parties.

Charlotte-Matthews/Stallings: $10 For $20 Worth Of Irish-Infused Pub Fare at Belfast Mill

Got any Irish in you? Want some? At The Belfast Mill, they?re waiting to welcome you with a pint o? Irish hospitality, and to fill you with traditional Gaelic gastronomic delights. This DoubleTake Deal is sure to tickle your fancy with $20 of Irish-infused pub fare from their fantastic menu. And that?s no malarkey! Start your stomach?s visit to the Emerald Isle with Belfast Mill?s famous Guinness? BBQ wings, or dive into a plate of beer-battered Fish & Chips, the Dublin Dip sandwich or Celtic Smoke with smoked turkey, caramelized onions and Dijon on grilled sourdough. Sl?inte!

Charlotte-Matthews/Stallings: $10 For $20 Worth Of Baked Delicacies at The Bread Basket

Maybe you shouldn?t play ball in the house or wear muddy shoes on the carpet, but mom was probably wrong about filling up on bread! Use this DoubleTake Deal and get $20 worth of baked delicacies from The Bread Basket. With their roots in hearth, home and friends, The Bread Basket offers a variety of delicious baked goods including specialty breads, muffins, cakes and other sweet treats. They deliver locally and ship nationwide. So go ahead and indulge!

Charlotte-Matthews/Stallings: $20 For $40 Worth Of Scrumptious Custom Cakes And Other Treats at Bake Me A Cake

The world is full of unexplained phenomena such as peculiar flying objects, apparitional experiences, and impetuous sweet tooth attacks. Solve sugary mysteries at Bake Me A Cake: with this DoubleTake Deal, you?ll get $40 worth of scrumptious custom cakes and other treats. A locally operated establishment, Bake Me A Cake takes creativity to a lip-smacking new level. Their artists custom-craft cakes, cupcakes and cake pops, and will work with you to bring your ideas to fruition, resulting in beautiful one-of-a-kind masterpieces worthy of a photo op. In house, you?ll find a curious selection of cupcake flavors and combinations which change daily. And Bake Me A Cake?s old-fashioned pound cakes are particularly noteworthy and deserving of a taste that won?t disappoint.

$17 for 9 Piece Makeup Brush Set with Leather Portfolio ($34 Value)

If you re spending an arm and a leg on high end makeup, shouldn t your tools provide the best application? Skip the uneven coverage and results of ordinary brushes and keep yourself looking fresh and fly with this 9 piece makeup brush kit, featuring professional grade brushes and a luxurious leather case. Only $17 (a $34 value), this deal makes it easy to look your best at home or on the go. Pack it away for travel, or enjoy the ease and perfect results of high quality makeup application each and every time at home. 9 pieces for every powder, shadow, and makeup need Washable and durable; makes a great gift! Gorgeous wood finish adds style and a professional touch Folds up for easy portability and convenience when traveling A must have for professionals and makeup lovers alike

Black Bottle Opener Case for the iPhone 4 or 4S

Life is full of tough choices like how many beef sticks to eat before bed, which reality TV shows to record on your DVR, and which of your friends gets your favorite ring tone. Most difficult of all though is when you find yourself with unopened bottle of beer in one hand and iPhone in the other. This is no twist off cap, and you certainly cannot set down your cell for the 30 seconds it takes to locate and utilize a bottle opener, you might miss a text or push notification of momentary import! The problem is elegantly solved with our deal for this iPhone 4 case with integrated bottle opener. A mere $16.50 ensures you will never be without means to open beers again as long as you re clinging to your iPhone which is always. Made of protective polycarbonate, the case shrouds your precious in quality safety against unforeseen drops and dings, while the slide out bottle opener beckons any bottle to test its tempered power. Perfectly practical at parties and at home, the bottle opener case fits both iPhone 4 and 4S.

White Bottle Opener Case for the iPhone 4 or 4S

Life is full of tough choices like how many beef sticks to eat before bed, which reality TV shows to record on your DVR, and which of your friends gets your favorite ring tone. Most difficult of all though is when you find yourself with unopened bottle of beer in one hand and iPhone in the other. This is no twist off cap, and you certainly cannot set down your cell for the 30 seconds it takes to locate and utilize a bottle opener, you might miss a text or push notification of momentary import! The problem is elegantly solved with our deal for this iPhone 4 case with integrated bottle opener. A mere $16.50 ensures you will never be without means to open beers again as long as you re clinging to your iPhone which is always. Made of protective polycarbonate, the case shrouds your precious in quality safety against unforeseen drops and dings, while the slide out bottle opener beckons any bottle to test its tempered power. Perfectly practical at parties and at home, the bottle opener case fits both iPhone 4 and 4S.

Bottle Opener Case for the iPhone 4 or 4S

Life is full of tough choices like how many beef sticks to eat before bed, which reality TV shows to record on your DVR, and which of your friends gets your favorite ring tone. Most difficult of all though is when you find yourself with unopened bottle of beer in one hand and iPhone in the other. This is no twist off cap, and you certainly cannot set down your cell for the 30 seconds it takes to locate and utilize a bottle opener, you might miss a text or push notification of momentary import! The problem is elegantly solved with our deal for this iPhone 4 case with integrated bottle opener. A mere $16.50 ensures you will never be without means to open beers again as long as you re clinging to your iPhone which is always. Made of protective polycarbonate, the case shrouds your precious in quality safety against unforeseen drops and dings, while the slide out bottle opener beckons any bottle to test its tempered power.

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