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Chiropractic is a branch of the healing arts which is concerned with human health and disease processes. Doctors of Chiropractic are physicians who consider man as an integrated being and give special attention to the physiological and biochemical aspects including structural, spinal, musculoskeletal, neurological, vascular, nutritional, emotional and environmental relationships.

In The Spotlight This Week

Dr. Temple Grandin's Official Autism Website

Temple Grandin Movie Receives 15 Emmy Nominations! From casting, make-up, and music to the globally prestigious lead actress, supporting actress, supporting actor, and director awards, HBO Films’ Temple Grandin is a multi-faceted masterpiece. It is also nominated for the coveted Outstanding Made for Television Movie Award, the most honorable nomination in its category.

Dr. Temple Grandin—world-famous animal scientist and autism self-advocate—has been included in the 2010 TIME 100, the magazine's annual list of the 100 most influential people in the world!

Temple's Newest Book on Autism: The Way I See It: A Personal Look at Autism and Asperger's.

Temple Grandin - The Movie

It doesn't take long to see that Temple Grandin, the main character in this eponymous HBO movie, is, well, different--she (in the person of Claire Danes, who plays her) tells us before the credits start that she's "not like other people." But "different" is not "less." Indeed, Grandin, who is now in her 60s, has accomplished a good deal more than a great many "normal" folks, let alone others afflicted with the autism that Grandin overcame on her way to earning a doctorate and becoming a bestselling author and a pioneer in the humane treatment of livestock. It wasn't easy. The doctor who diagnosed her at age 4 said she'd never talk and would have to be institutionalized. Only through the dogged efforts of her mother (Julia Ormond), who was told that "lack of bonding" with her child might have caused the autism, did Grandin learn to speak; to go to high school, college, and grad school; and to become a highly productive scientist, enduring the cruel taunts of her classmates and the resistance of many of the adults in her life (most of whom are shown as either narrow-minded prigs or macho, chauvinist jerks). Her lack of social skills and sometimes violent reactions to the overstimulation in her environment made it tough to fit in, to say the least. Danes, who is in nearly every scene of director Mick Jackson's film, is remarkable, embodying Grandin's various idiosyncrasies (such as talking, too loud, too fast, and too much) without resorting to caricature.

Bruce H Lipton, PhD

Bruce H Lipton, PhD is an internationally recognized authority in bridging science and spirit. He has been a guest speaker on dozens of TV and radio shows, as well as keynote presenter for national conferences.
His most recent book is available now:
Spontaneous Evolution: Our Positive Future (and a Way to Get There from Here).

Dr. Lipton began his scientific career as a cell biologist. He received his Ph.D. Degree from the University of Virginia at Charlottesville before joining the Department of Anatomy at the University of Wisconsin’s School of Medicine in 1973. Dr. Lipton’s research on muscular dystrophy, studies employing cloned human stem cells, focused upon the molecular mechanisms controlling cell behavior. An experimental tissue transplantation technique developed by Dr. Lipton and colleague Dr. Ed Schultz and published in the journal Science was subsequently employed as a novel form of human genetic engineering.
Dr. Liptons other title should be on the shelf of every healthcare provider:
The Biology of Belief: Unleashing the Power of Consciousness, Matter, & Miracles

Rescue Ink - Animal Rescue

Rescue Ink is an animal-rescue group dedicated to battling animal abuse and neglect, and educating and informing children and families about the mistreatment of animals.

But don't be fooled: Rescue Ink isn't your typical rescue organization. These tough-talking tattooed bikers aren't afraid to use their verbal muscle-power to take the fight against animal abuse to the next level, within the boundaries of the law. The group uses their intimidating presence to shame and report animal abusers and rehabilitate distressed animals.

Rescue Ink - The Book

Abusers are losers! That's the rallying cry of Rescue Ink, the unique group of tattooed, muscle-bound motorcyclists who've banded together to rescue helpless, abandoned, and abused animals. Led by Joe Panz, Johnny O, and Big Ant, the guys act on tips from concerned citizens to find endangered animals and persuade the abuser (within the bounds of the law) to either change his hard-hearted ways or surrender the animal to them.

The inspirational story of these guys and their commitment to better animal care, Rescue Ink's combination of heartwarming stories and practical advice will charm everyone who loves animals.
Pre-order the book today for a great Christmas gift.

Pathways to Family Wellness

Pathways is a quarterly magazine which provides timely articles and updates relevant to your family's well-being. This full color magazine contains informative articles designed for parents, educators, practitioners and other interested readers.
The articles in Pathways support the Family Wellness Lifestyle and provide thought provoking pertinent suggestions and resources to its readers. Your subscription to Pathways supports the International Chiropractic Pediatric Association (ICPA), a non-profit organization committed to true wellness for your family.

The Foundation for Chiropractic Progress

The Foundation for Chiropractic Progress embraces a mission of generating positive press for the chiropractic profession and increasing public awareness to the many benefits associated with chiropractic care.

The Foundation's public awareness campaign consists of monthly press releases, advertorials, public service announcements, advertisements (print, radio, television), and partnerships with high profile spokespeople.

Better World Books

Better World Books is a for-profit social enterprise that collects used books and sells them online to raise money for literacy initiatives worldwide.

We offer great bargains on used books - over 6 million used and new titles, with free shipping anywhere in the U.S. and just $3.97 worldwide. What’s more, you love cheap used books and so does the environment – when you buy used, you save books from landfill and conserve resources.

TCC, Lee College Sign Transfer Agreement
PASADENA, Texas - Texas Chiropractic College signed an articulation agreement with Lee College to help their students easily enroll in the Doctor of Chiropractic Program.
As a result of the agreement, Lee College students who earn 90 undergraduate credit hours and maintain a minimum grade point average in specific science prerequisites and who also meet the requirements of TCC and CCE will automatically qualify for admission.
TCC President Dr. Richard G. Brassard noted that “we have signed agreements with many area colleges and universities, and Lee College is an important part of that community. We are working hard to produce the best quality chiropractic professionals.”

The Risk Takers:

16 Women and Men Who Built Great Businesses Share Their Entrepreneurial Strategies For Success
The Risk Takers is about ordinary people, all with good ideas, who faced daunting challenges, but took a leap of faith and started their own business. The book tells the stories of the personal and professional journeys of sixteen fascinating men and women who built hugely successful, multimillion dollar companies. They started with very little, opted to strike out on their own, and struggled with disappointment and failure. Yet, they overcame adversity and through persistence and resiliency determined their own destiny.
You’ll meet the founders of companies familiar to most Americans: Geek Squad, Curves, Liz Lange Maternity, Kinko’s, Paul Mitchell, Spanx, Amy’s Kitchen, along with nine others