Cheaper in Canada: Prescription Drugs

Why Do Drugs Cost Less Outside the United States

By John McKenzie

Canada's national health plan pays for doctor visits and hospital stays. But outside the hospital — unless a patient is 65 or older, or on welfare — the government plan does not cover prescription drugs.Canadians, like Americans, must get insurance from an employer or independently, or else pay the full cost of medications themselves... (more)

ABCNEWS | Ordering Prescription Drugs Online From Canada is Cheaper

Finally, a Definition for Web 2.0 We Can Agree On?

Finally, a Definition for Web 2.0 We Can Agree On?What's the definition of Web 2.0? That debate has been raging for awhile. This is understandable given that Web 2.0 is all about participation.InformationWeek, I believe, has honed in on a definition that's difficult to argue with. It pretty much addresses marketing types, media, entrepreneurs and more. They say: "Web 2.0 is all the Web sites out there that get their value from the actions of users." The magazine cites Wikipedia, digg, Technorati, Flickr and Frappr as examples of Web 2.0 properties. That they certainly are. However, I would argue that many traditional media outlets today are Web 2.0 sites. They generate similar value through comments and trackbacks to their blogs. Take a look at Dwight Silverman and Frank Baranko's blogs for a sampling... (more)

Micro Persuasion

Online paperdolls of your fave celebs

You can go and literally play paperdoll with your favorite celebs, women and men, models, and even royals like Camilla Parker-Bowles. I was just nightmaring out loud, and lo and behold, it actually exists.I fathom that this is more for the kids to play with, but if you are looking for something to help you kill time, and have fun playing stylist to the stars, then here's a sure thing. Here are the fug-tastic outfits I created for Jake Gyllenhaal and Lindsay Lohan... (more)

Back in skinny jeans: Online paperdolls of your fave celebs

Create a work of art you can walk on

It's been done on books, boxes and furniture . . . even the walls. But why isn't it being done on the floor?What on earth am I writing about, you ask. Decoupaging your way to a new and exciting floor covering. That's right. For your next floor treatment, why not try to create a masterpiece you can walk on. Your work of art is only a few pages and a bucket of paste away.I did this to my studio space and my kitchen floor, and it's absolutely amazing! It's nostalgic, it's inspiring, it's informational and it's a simple process.

Create a work of art you can walk on | www.azstarnet.com ®

Flickr your business card!

# Choose your favourite Flickr pics# Make 100 different cards for $19.99# Add your personal details on the back# Share with friends!

MOO | Share your contact info and your flickr photos

Good Stuff? - A Behind-the-Scenes Guide to the Things We Buy

Have you ever wondered where chocolate comes from, if antibacterial soap is good for your family, or how to recycle an old computer? If you've had these or other questions about the environmental and social impacts of the products you buy and use, Good Stuff is for you. It contains many of the tips, facts, and links you'll need to start making more informed purchases that benefit your health and the environment

Good Stuff? - A Behind-the-Scenes Guide to the Things We Buy | Worldwatch Institute

Create a Timeline in Microsoft Excel

Tip: Use a spreadsheet to create a timeline (more)

Create a Timeline in Microsoft Excel