Marilynn Marchione Special to The Austin Times Surviving a heart attack can kill your sex life. But it doesn’t have to, and a new study shows doctors play a key role in whether it does. Patients were less likely to resume having sex if their doctors did not talk about when it was safe, the study found. Many heart attack survivors fear that a tryst could land them back in the hospital - or even in the graveyard. But the chance of that is extremely small, doctors say. “People perceive it … [Read more...]
New paint renovation rule can result in hefty fines
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has introduced a new rule for lead-based paint renovation, repair, and painting (RRP Rule) for any renovation work in pre-1978 homes and child-occupied facilities (schools, child care facilities, etc.). Before work commences, the area needs to be tested for lead-based paint. It is estimated that about 50% of homes pre-1978 have lead-containing paint. The sanding, cutting, and demolition from a project can cause lead dust, which comes from … [Read more...]
Sony expands Music Ticket + program to Latin music tours
Latin music fans will get song downloads and other bonus content along with their concert tickets this summer, as Sony Music Entertainment ramps up its “Music Ticket+” bundling program. Sony is preparing to offer Music Ticket+ downloads this summer to fans attending shows by Chayanne, Camila and Daddy Yankee in the United States and Latin America. The major label tested the waters late last year with Argentine singer-songwriter Gustavo Cerati. Fans attending the former Soda Stereo frontman’s … [Read more...]
Does the Pill cut women’s sex drive? Study sees new link
It is a statement on the evolution of society’s attitudes toward sex when you compare the concerns that were raised about the birth control pill 50 years ago - when it was approved by the Food and Drug Administration - with those of today. In the 1960s, there was much hue and cry that the Pill would turn women into sex fiends and put marriages in peril. But in recent decades, medical concerns about hormonal birth control have shifted to the other end of the spectrum, with doctors maintaining … [Read more...]
A sharp-dressed man: Fashion Advice
By Josh Garza Everyday, men across the Austin metro area are asking themselves, “Can I wear this outside without fear of looking lame?” A Sharp Dressed Man has heard the call from his brothers across Travis County and is here to provide an answer to all men’s fashion questions! Dear Sharp Dressed Man: For businessmen, how do you match colored blazers to pants? - Chris R. Greetings Chris! Great question! As I mentioned in a previous column, colors tend to go by season … [Read more...]
Diversifying SXSW
Just last week, it was announced that the Austin History Center will be hosting an exhibit on “The 25 Year History of SXSW” from February to July 2011. South by Southwest (SXSW) has become one of the largest festivals in the United States and generated more than $100 million for the Austin economy this year. The nine-day conference bills itself as “the unique convergence of original music, independent films, and emerging technologies”. The conference is proud of discovering and exposing … [Read more...]
Eastside Memorial students get an education in construction industry
A Design and Construction Industry Fair will be held at Eastside Memorial (formerly Johnston High School) on May 14, 2010 with over 100 students expected to participate. Industry professionals will be on hand to extend their knowledge with an emphasis on keeping students in school. Pete Montoya, Johnston High School alum and retired general contractor, wants the students to explore all their options. “My forte is in construction,” said Montoya. “I want them to know that if they stay in … [Read more...]
Music Mix to benefit fatherless young men
On Saturday, May 15, music artists from all different genres will come together at the Austin Baptist Association on 3811 Harmon Ave. to fundraise for Hungry for God Home, which works to redirect the lives of at-risk and homeless young men. “Today’s tough economic conditions make it difficult for the Hungry for God Home to meet needs without additional help,” said founder Pastor Larry Ball. Since 2003, Pastor Ball has personally housed over 300 young men. “Making better choices for better … [Read more...]
Public input wanted on the National Museum of the American Latino
Members of the National Museum of the American Latino Commission (NMALC) will be in Austin this weekend to hold a public forum at the State Capitol Auditorium on Saturday, May 1, at 10am. This is the third in a series of public outreach sessions to seek input and feedback from the public on the development and design of a museum that would pay tribute to the art, history and culture of U.S. Hispanics; the potential impact on regional Latino museums and general interest in the creation of a … [Read more...]
Kids get a taste of entrepreneurship on Lemonade Day
Austin consistently ranks as one of top entrepreneurial cities in the country. What better way to keep the spirit going than to pass it on to the next generation? Over 10,000 budding young entrepreneurs will be learning valuable business lessons while serving up lemonade as part of the second annual Lemonade Day. This Sunday, May 2, Austin will be dotted with these homemade lemonade stands, a good way to teach children valuable lessons in responsibility, money, and people … [Read more...]