Articles written by Sara E. Lewis

Toxic substances have been blamed for increasing instances of autism, ADHD and neurodevelopmental disorders. Ten are of special concern.

May 8, 2012 - Sara E. Lewis

By attending a solar home show, homeowners learn that powering their homes with solar energy can be a simple way to save and earn money.

Sep 29, 2010 - Sara E. Lewis

Around the world, honey bees are in decline and that's a problem, since they are responsible for every third bite of food. Can other bees be used?

Sep 25, 2010 - Sara E. Lewis

Even without a hearing aid, it is challenging to hear in some restaurants. Hearing impaired or not, take action to improve the situation.

Jul 27, 2010 - Sara E. Lewis

In the hot summer time, business at local farmers' markets and farmers' coops is brisk. Look for local favorites, like peaches and peppers.

Jul 23, 2010 - Sara E. Lewis

The summer of 2010 will be remembered for record-breaking high temperatures. When heat is extreme, heat-related illnesses like heat exhaustion are common.

Jul 20, 2010 - Sara E. Lewis

Land preserved in Dragon Run watershed protects water quality, flora, and fauna in the midst of the developed mid-Atlantic region.

Jul 7, 2010 - Sara E. Lewis

As temperatures in the eastern US rise to the triple digits and NASA announces that the Spring of 2010 is the warmest on record, bluebirds suffer.

Jun 25, 2010 - Sara E. Lewis

A new book tells middle-aged readers to be less concern about forgetfulness and to look at everyone. including themselves, as if they are 20 years younger.

May 31, 2010 - Sara E. Lewis

Bird songs are perceived as loud and soft, high and low. Pressure pushes molecules of air to create the wide variety of sounds we hear.

May 29, 2010 - Sara E. Lewis

Acoustic energy is captured and transformed by complex structures of the ear until, as bio-electric energy, it is translated by the brain.

May 26, 2010 - Sara E. Lewis

The Chesapeake Clean Water Act (CCWA) is an important piece of legislation before the U.S. Congress that will ensure the future of a healthy Chesapeake Bay.

May 13, 2010 - Sara E. Lewis

On May 11, 2010, Chesapeake Bay Foundation, co-plaintiffs, and the EPA settled a lawsuit filed in January 2009. The agreement requires pollution reduction.

May 11, 2010 - Sara E. Lewis

A box in her throat about 1.5 inches tall contains five layers of healthy tissue that moves exquisitely in the airflow exiting her lungs.

Apr 27, 2010 - Sara E. Lewis

Hearing loss causes low self esteem due to those not respectful of requests for repetition. A hearing aid can help. So can positive feedback from sensitive listeners.

Mar 23, 2010 - Sara E. Lewis

When fertilizing the lawn, know how much phosphorus is enough. Too much will adversely impact marine life, water quality, and a healthy environment.

Mar 10, 2010 - Sara E. Lewis

A bright and well-cared for two-year-old is saying "ba-ba" and "no," but is not using true words to communicate very often. Is this a problem?

Mar 10, 2010 - Sara E. Lewis

Understanding how children learn to communicate requires observation, development of rules, and assurance that rules apply to all languages.

Feb 3, 2010 - Sara E. Lewis

Mothers look at every moment as an opportunity to help a child learn. Even the most informal and routine occasions can be times to learn language.

Jan 29, 2010 - Sara E. Lewis

Mother always said to wear a coat and hat to protect against getting a cold. But the viral condition is caused by germs. Was Mom wrong?

Jan 23, 2010 - Sara E. Lewis

The study of anatomy and physiology can be daunting to the student because there are so many new words to learn.

Jan 14, 2010 - Sara E. Lewis

Blood clot thinners have been difficult to develop, but new drugs are now available that may allow physicians to tailor medication more closely to patient needs.

Jan 5, 2010 - Sara E. Lewis

If becoming a vegetarian is not practical or possible, families can make better choices to be environmentally responsible while consuming healthier food.

Dec 29, 2009 - Sara E. Lewis

New discoveries about the brain's ability to reshape itself offer hope to persons who have suffered a stroke or traumatic brain injury as well as their caregivers.

Dec 21, 2009 - Sara E. Lewis

Aphasia occurs when an area of the brain responsible for language is damaged, most often due to stoke or traumatic brain injury (TBI).

Dec 19, 2009 - Sara E. Lewis

Combine the sharp flavor of blue cheese and hot wing sauce in these go-together recipes for a unique cookie and veggie tray appetizer.

Dec 19, 2009 - Sara E. Lewis

We think nothing of our dependence on restaurants and prepared foods until outbreaks of food-borne illness tell us that we should be watching what we eat more carefully.

Dec 16, 2009 - Sara E. Lewis

Businesses challenged by today's economic reality take time to review and change marketing strategy to embrace Web tools and opportunities for free publicity.

Dec 9, 2009 - Sara E. Lewis

A new policy will allow the U.S. national parks to share in the profits of private companies whose scientific breakthroughs are based on organisms harvested there.

Nov 30, 2009 - Sara E. Lewis

As sea level rises, coastal inhabitants respond by building barriers. In the long term, planning that allows wetlands to migrate inland is recommended.

Nov 13, 2009 - Sara E. Lewis

In a 545-acre park near Williamsburg, Virginia, American Beautyberry comes into fruit in late summer and the purple berries feed wildlife through the end of the year.

Nov 9, 2009 - Sara E. Lewis

Wildlife habitat restoration project demonstrates land management to encourage bobwhite quail and other wildlife.

Nov 5, 2009 - Sara E. Lewis

A trip to Colonial Williamsburg at Christmas is beloved by many. Although they may feel that they have stepped back in time, a "Williamsburg Christmas" is not colonial.

Nov 4, 2009 - Sara E. Lewis

In rural James City County near Williamsburg, Virginia, generations of farmer toiled on ancestral land to raise tobacco and later to supply produce to markets.

Nov 4, 2009 - Sara E. Lewis

Memories of growing up in the village of Toano, Virginia, during the 1930s reveal simpler times.

Nov 3, 2009 - Sara E. Lewis

Anthony D. Barnosky explains that climate change is changing nature fundamentally and that we are headed toward an extinction phase that will include our species.

Nov 3, 2009 - Sara E. Lewis

Patients with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) can anticipate new treatment made possible by promising research in the field of biotechnology.

Nov 3, 2009 - Sara E. Lewis

Post-TBI suicide risk is higher than in the general population and elevated due to feelings of hopelessness, worthlessness, lack of ability to enjoy life (depression).

Nov 1, 2009 - Sara E. Lewis

Coyote are territorial carnivores seen in welcoming areas of eastern Virginia where there are small mammals like mice, squirrels, and rabbits for them to eat.

Oct 5, 2009 - Sara E. Lewis

Scientists are collecting data on the mesospheric phenomenon that is increasing in frequency and at lower latitudes.

Sep 25, 2009 - Sara E. Lewis

The work of this colonial printer illustrates the development of printing as a means to inform the public at a time before freedom of the press was taken for granted.

Aug 14, 2009 - Sara E. Lewis

What's all the fuss about native plants? Simple. We need them to feed and shelter birds, butterflies and all life, from bacteria to mammals. Non-natives usually won't do.

Jul 26, 2009 - Sara E. Lewis

Rain Gardens lower landscape maintenance time and costs while filtering and infiltrating water to improve water quality.

Jul 23, 2009 - Sara E. Lewis

The stinging creature is a sign of the declining health of waterways worldwide. Be prepared with sting treatment that can save tears and time during beach vacation.

Jul 10, 2009 - Sara E. Lewis

Artists, inventors, and innovative business owners who want to make money from their work should seek advice on protecting valuable assets.

Jul 3, 2009 - Sara E. Lewis

Know the facts and weigh the risks of swimming and fishing in the Maryland and Virginia Chesapeake Bay or eating raw oysters and other seafood.

Jul 2, 2009 - Sara E. Lewis

The Internet has changed the way non-profit organizations solicit and donors research giving. Successful nonprofits use online tools.

Jul 1, 2009 - Sara E. Lewis

In his book, Auden Schendler of Aspen Skiing Company says climate crisis requires businesses to lead sustainability revolution. Efficiency, new energy sources needed.

Jun 22, 2009 - Sara E. Lewis

Keywords are the words potential customers type into Google and other search engines when looking for information, products, and services. They are key to online success!

Jun 13, 2009 - Sara E. Lewis

Collect e-mail addresses from a website and send a weekly or monthly e-newsletter to build relationships.

Jun 11, 2009 - Sara E. Lewis