Common Myths about Cataracts
When it comes to taking care of your eyes as you age you will certainly receive a lot of information both accurate and inaccurate. Wading through the information received can be daunting. Cataracts are often a center of myths and tales associated with seniors and vision care. We have centered this installment around breaking the… Read more
A Sampling of Different LINAC Components and What They Do
A drive stand is a large part of a linear accelerator. It is a cabinet in the shape of a rectangle that is attached to the floor within the treatment room. The horizontal axis bearings that the gantry rotates on are positioned within the drive stand. Components Within the Drive Stand Klystron or Magnetron RF… Read more
Hard Water Myths Dybunked
There are many myths surrounding hard water. Although hard water is often not detrimental to your health it can be a considerable nuisance. Below we will look further into the most common hard water myths and debunk them. Myth #1: Hard water is responsible for clogging ALL types of plumbing materials Truth: Hard water contains… Read more
Gutter Installation: Should Homeowners Hire a Professional or DIY
There are plenty of homeowners who feel like hiring a professional contractor for jobs they deem “simple” is a waste of money. We see it time and time again, do-it-yourselfers that get in over their heads and end up in a situation that costs them more than if they would have hired a professional from… Read more
SEO Trends That Will Increase Website Visibility in the Coming Year
One of the most noticeable trends changing the way we optimize websites for search engine recognition is the use of Voice Search. It is predicted that by the year 2020 more than thirty percent of all website sessions will be done without the use of a screen. How is that possible, you ask? Voice-only search… Read more
Warning Signs Of Cataracts
Cataracts are a clouding in the lens of an eye that causes the impairment of an individual’s vision. This eye disease affects over twenty-five million Americans that are 40 and over. Once individuals have reached 75, over half of them will be diagnosed with cataracts. As adults age the eye’s lens starts to yellow and… Read more
Removing Iron and Manganese from Well Water
How many homeowners can honestly say they would be okay drinking water from their taps that comes out brown? ZERO, that’s how many! Brown water occurs because of contamination in their water from Iron and Manganese, common elements found in well water. Thankfully there are water treatment options available to remove these contaminants. Both Iron… Read more
The Ins and Outs Of Radiation Therapy Using a Linear Accelerator
A linear accelerator is a large scaled piece of medical equipment that is used to treat cancerous tumors. It does this through a process of high energy x-rays that conform to the shape of a tumor and emits a radiation beam that destroys cancer cells while trying to spare the surrounding healthy tissue. Linear accelerators… Read more
Finishes for a Gunite Pool: Plaster, Pebble, and Tile
Pound Pool Plastering cares a great deal about our clients and their concrete pools. We want to ensure that your plaster pool is finished with the utmost of care. Standard white plaster is a classic, timeless, look that many homeowners still choose today however, there are other options available that may change your mind. Standard… Read more