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Here's why barns are painted red

Here is a historic reason behind why barns are mostly always painted red.

Why we will no longer be a welcoming church

We’ve decided to quit being a welcoming church. No kidding. We’re giving it up. Like so many congregations, we’ve sunk an amazing amount of time and energy into becoming a welcoming church. We changed worship styles, trained greeters and ushers, wore name tags, brewed coffee, went to workshops on hospitality and put our friendliest people …

How to Weatherproof Furniture

Save money by prepping furniture with these weather-guarding hacks

Why There Are Diamonds on Tape Measures

In a perfect world, you could use the red marks to identify the placement of the studs. To locate a center between the studs, simply find the black diamond.

Dry Eye: Symptoms, Treatment, Prevention

Diabetes is a condition that can affect the eyes. Dry eye is one eye condition that is common in people who have diabetes.

How to Cure a Dry, Flaky Scalp: Treatment and Causes

Looking for dry scalp treatments? Discover the most common causes of a dry scalp and learn how to fight back!

Dandruff vs. dry scalp: Causes, treatment, and prevention

We look at how the causes, symptoms, and treatment options for both dandruff and a dry scalp may differ, and what the link is between the two.

Dry Skin? Try These Natural Health Treatments

If you have dry skin, try these natural health tips or make a natural health appointment at our Portland area office.

Can a Laser Treatment Relieve Vaginal Dryness and Pain?

Dry Socket Treatment, Prevention, Symptoms & Healing Time

Read about dry socket symptoms, prevention, treatment, home remedies, and healing time. Learn about the paste dentists and endodontists use to treat dry socket pain.

Dry Hands? In Spa And At Home Treatments That Work!

Rough skin and painful knuckles are becoming much more common these days. Between the excessive use of hand sanitizer, moisture stripping soaps, and continuous hand washing, it feels like an uphill battle to keep our hands and cuticles properly moisturized. This is only going to be exacerbated by the approaching cold, dry winter months, so having a few things in our arsenal to combat this painful and continuous cycle is key.

Dry Shampoo After Global Keratin Treatment?

Question: Can i use a dry shampoo after having the Global Keratin Treatment? Answer: Yes, you can use a dry shampoo after having the Global Keratin Treatment! Which is great news! For most keratin treatments there is wait time before you can shampoo your hair. Some treatments require 48 hours

New hope for a treatment to prevent dry macular degeneration

There’s new hope for people suffering from vision loss or dry macular degeneration thanks to drugs used to treat HIV.

Sweet treatment: Honey a possible dry eye therapy?

A new study out of Australia looks to test the effectiveness of using medical honey as a means for relieving chronic dry eye symptoms.

Dry Eyes & Blurry Vision: Causes, Treatment, Prevention

Learn what causes dry eyes and blurry vision and how to treat and prevent it.

Dry cough: Causes, treatments, and when to see a doctor

A dry cough is a type of cough that does not bring up phlegm. Dry coughs are often short-lived and rarely a cause for concern. However, a chronic dry cough can be a symptom of an underlying condition. Learn more about the causes and treatments of dry coughs here.

Dry Mouth? Don't Delay Treatment

A persistently dry mouth can lead to tooth decay. See your dentist.

Chronically Dry Hair? Offer Salon Steam Treatments

I don't know if it's age or 20 years of bleaching, but my hair feels like hay and breaks off constantly. I used to enjoy theses AMAZING stea...

Why Are My Eyes So Dry? An Ophthalmologist Explains Dry Eyes and Treatments

Is Dry Needling a Safe Treatment for Pain?

Dry needling is a physical therapy treatment that uses acupuncture needles to treat pain.