Oreen Scott
Contributing Writer
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After twenty-two years in the newspaper business, three years ago Oreen sold her house, car and almost everything she owned. A Canadian by birth, but first and foremost a citizen of the world, she is currently living in the beautiful city of Oaxaca, Mexico. She teaches English, blogs and hopes to find her way as a freelance writer.
Oreen holds a Bachelor of Arts Degree, a postgraduate Communications Certification with a specialization in Public Relations, and a Canadian TESL Professional Certification.
Although a generalist who is interested in most things, health, travel and aging gracefully are topics that carry a personal interest.
Latest Articles
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The Case Against Conspicuouse Consumption
Does having more stuff make you a better person? Is greed good?
May 12, 2012
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The Story of Stuff - Book Review
The Story of Stuff about how people in Western nations, with special emphasis on the United States, are messing up the world.
Apr 21, 2012
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Book Review - All That is Bitter and Sweet: A Memoir
Ashley Judd, Hollywood actress and social activist tells her story.
Apr 1, 2012
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What You Should Know About Testing for Heart Disease
Heart disease is the silent killer. Living a healthy lifestyle may not suffice. Fortunately medical science has developed test to predict and identify it.
Mar 24, 2012
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Are you Keeping the 7 Heart-Healthy Habits?
Far too few people follow the seven heart-healthy habits, which means premature death for many. And, it taxes the healthcare system.
Mar 21, 2012
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Poor Dental Healthcare Is Poor Health
It is time to include oral healthcare in the general healthcare system.
Mar 16, 2012
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Beware! Chronic Inflammation Has No Symptoms And is a Killer
A simple blood test will let you know whether or not you have chronic inflammation. Dietary changes may repair the problem.
Mar 13, 2012
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How to Manage Chronic Stress
Chronic stress is a life threatening illness. If you are constantly in a state of agitation you need to recognize the situtation and do something about it.
Mar 12, 2012
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What is Mindfulness? What Can it Do for Me?
The ancient art of sati and modern psychotherapy may be merging to create an old yet revolutionary way of alleviating human suffering.
Mar 11, 2012
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How to Survive if You are Laid Off And Close to Retirement
You thought you had four years left until you could retire, and then one day you receive notice that your out of work. What do you do?
Feb 29, 2012
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