Thyroid Gland

The thyroid gland is a member of the glandular or endocrine system. The English medical term derives from the Greek words: thyreos meaning “shield”, and eidos meaning “form.” The thyroid gland is located at the front of the neck. It is slightly heavier in women than in men and enlarges […]

Compliance With ISO27001 – Is It Really Necessary?

Nancy B. Alston

In today’s high technology environment, organizations are becoming increasingly dependent upon their information systems. Information is widely regarded as the life blood of the modern enterprise. And, consequently, the security controls surrounding these systems are becoming the differentiating factor in customer choice. With data being held on many of the […]

Longboard Speed Control for Beginners

Nancy B. Alston

For the beginner longboarder, gaining speed can be very intimidating. If you are going too fast and feel you cannot control your speed, this can lead to panic. When you panic, you usually wipe out. Not knowing how to control your speed can be really frustrating. Let’s discuss some basic […]

How to Meet UK Staircase Building Regulations

Nancy B. Alston

Whether you are planning a whole new staircase or just a refurbishment of your existing stair balustrade, you need to make sure that your stairs comply with current UK building regulations. Many older staircases may not meet today’s standards, so installing new handrails, spindles and newel posts will give you […]