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 Quit Smoking 101 
"So, you've been thinking about starting up your own Internet Radio station but you still have questions about costs, procedures, legalities, attracting listeners, and even what kind of station you might want to run. When you sign up for this free 4-day course you will receive a 2-part lesson each day consisting of two articles to read on a particular aspect of creating your own Internet Radio station. When you'e done, you should be ready to make your decisions and move forward."

Format: About.com, Email

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 Energy, Diet, and Weight 
"This OpenUW course is intended for learners with little or no science background. It is designed to help you understand nutrition fundamentals so that you can perceive the relationship between energy, diet, and weight, and make changes in your eating habits, if necessary, so that you experience the best in physical, emotional, and mental health."

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 Womens Health 
"In this seminar, Marianne J. Legato, M.D., (above) challenges practitioners and patients to be conscious of male-centered models of normal human function, by describing how gender-specific medicine can improve medical care for both men and women. She explains how medical studies show great differences between the genders in cancer rates, heart problems and intestinal disorders, and discusses how variations in the brain chemistries of men and women reveal different susceptibilities to ailments. Legato also explores three important changes in women's health that came about because of World War II. This seminar provides an accessible and interactive discussion of health and gender issues and will impact those concerned with improving the quality of medical practice and care for all people."

Format: Fathom, Website

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 Resistant Microbes, Antibiotic Abuse, and the Threat to Public Health 
"Once curable bacterial illnesses are now resistant to treatment. Ever since antibiotics became widely available in the 1940s, doctors used them as though they were a panacea to eliminate bacteria with little harm to the individual. Yet with each passing decade, bacteria that defy not only single but multiple antibiotics--and therefore are extremely difficult to control and treat--have become increasingly common. In this seminar, Dr. Randolph E. Regal addresses the interacting processes that put us in this predicament, and will offer some practical solutions for both health care professionals and lay people. Topics discussed include emerging issues in bacterial resistance, the prevalence of antibiotic overuse, and surprising antibiotic use in the food supply and cleaning products."

Format: Fathom, Website

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 Strokes, Accidents and Alzheimer 
"In this seminar, drawn from chapter 10 of her work The Brain-Shaped Mind (available through Fathom), Naomi Goldblum outlines the connectionist view of how the human brain copes with damage. Concentrating mainly on the effects of strokes, where a great deal of research has been done, she also looks at some of the problems which result from traffic accidents. She finishes by looking at Alzheimer's disease, admitting that what is known about it is very little, but offering hope for prevention in the future."

Format: Fathom, Website

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 WebMD University 
"WebMD University offers you free access to leading health experts from your home or office computer. When you register, you'll get first-rate medical knowledge from course instructors and other experts by reading discussion points, asking questions in the weekly Live Events, and reviewing transcripts."

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 Death: A Personal Understanding Video Series 
"Gain a greater understanding of death and dying through case studies and moving personal stories of people facing their own death or the death of a loved one. This series explores a wide range of North American cultural perspectives on death within the context of current issues, including AIDS, death by violence, suicide, assisted suicide, hospice care, end-of-life decision making, and how children react to death. Leading authority Robert J. Kastenbaum guides you sensitively through these topics."

Format: Annenberg Media, Video

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 Growing Old in a New Age Video Series 
"Learn about the impact of aging on both society and individuals as 75 diverse elders relate their experiences. The four ways that age is measured — chronologically, biologically, psychologically, and socially — are the basis for discussing the quality of life in later years. The series examines common misconceptions about aging and provides a springboard for analyzing new roles for elders, intergenerational alliances, resource allocation, and artificial attempts to prolong life. These programs are particularly useful for students of psychology, gerontology, sociology, family studies, human development, and health sciences."

Format: Annenberg Media, Video

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 The Mind Video Series 
"The modules present current findings on language processing, drug treatment and addictions, and cognitive development throughout the life span. The programs also cover mood and personality disorders, and pain and its treatment. These modules are flexible additions to courses in psychology, abnormal and physiological psychology, neuropsychology, and occupational therapy."

Format: Annenberg Media, Video

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 Seasons of Life Video Series 
"These intriguing programs are an excellent introduction to developmental psychology from conception through old age. This series explores the biological, psychological, and social "clocks" that are the essence of life-span education. Nearly 75 psychologists, sociologists, biologists, and anthropologists present theory, methods, and research. Over 100 real individuals from diverse backgrounds talk about the significant events in their lives."

Format: Annenberg Media, Video

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 Fundamentals of Nursing 
"This course presents the theory and concepts that a person beginning their study of nursing will need to know in order to develop the knowledge and competence demanded by the complexity of the changing health care system. This is your chance to learn and develop your skills as LPN, practical nurse, nurses aide, or other professional caregiver."

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 CPR and First Aid Coures 
"Each of our step-by-step CPR and First Aid lessons are thoroughly explained with minimal technical jargon and include a helpful quick review section. A brief quiz will recap everything you learned and will give you the confidence you'll need to take appropriate course of action should an emergency arise." Course is free; you can choose to pay for a certificate at end.

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 First Aid Action 
"This is the start of First Aid Action, the online course designed to give you the knowledge and confidence to deal with an emergency. First aid skills are easy to learn - and you have them for life. It is likely that those nearest to you - your family and friends - will benefit most from what you learn." Includes a printable certificate.

Format: BBC, Printable Certificate, Website

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 General Nutrition 
"From infant nutrition to adult nutrition, all is discussed. The root causes of the majority of the ailments that we come across in our daily lives are primarily due to improper intake of food and lack of a balanced diet. Life is precious and hence we have far more wonderful things to do in life rather than getting sick and spoiling our precious moments."

Format: Suite 101, Website

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 Alternative Health For Beginners - Third Age 
"Enhance your personal health knowledge! In this two-and-a-half-week workshop, you will learn the basics of alternative approaches to healing. Topics include: herbs, supplements, treatments, remedies, pros and cons of alternative therapies, and more."

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 Fitness Workout - Third Age 
"Designed to renew your enthusiasm for health-building exercise, this 6-session workshop reviews all the good reasons to exercise and helps you select a program that will work best for you. You'll be introduced to handy tracking tools, motivational support, and advanced workouts that you can add to your exercise regimen. Whether you're new to exercise, have lapsed and want to renew your motivation, or are bored with your existing routines, the information and support in this workshop can help you to meet your goals."

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 Stress Less in 6 Steps - Third Age 
"Manage your stress with a new attitude and strategic lifestyle changes. Though some stress can be helpful toward getting things done, too much can lower your overall productivity and well-being. Find help in making simple changes to cut stress from your life."

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 Where Do I Begin with Natural Health Solutions? - The Herbs Place 
"This series of classes teaches about the entire body, one system at a time. You'll learn a lot about how the body functions and what health problems are related to which body system. You'll also learn about natural health remedies for many health problems. You can study the entire body, or you can choose topics that particularly interest you."

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 Stress Management 
Video lectures from San Jose State University.

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 Introduction to Essential Oils 
"Learn how to use essential oils in your daily life and make wonderful blends for family and friends! This course will offer you what you need to know to get started in Aromatherapy."

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 The Amazing Human Brain and Human Development 
"The influence of experience in expressing the potential of the brain is greatest in the first years of life. Consistent, predictable, nurturing and enriched experiences help a child develop their potential. This presentation will provide an overview of the key principles of neurodevelopment which can help caregivers understand how we can create the environments which express a child’s potential – or not."

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 Surviving Childhood: An Introduction to the Impact of Trauma 
"Learn the physiological and psychological aspects of trauma, the effects of this trauma on our society, and how you can help."

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 Learn CPR - You Can Do It! 
"Learn CPR is a free public service supported by the University of Washington School of Medicine. Learn the basics of CPR - cardiopulmonary resuscitation."

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