Mom-To-Be Caught Everyday Illness That Quickly Turned Life-Threatening

It Was Helpful but Difficult

“I had a trach collar blowing air into my throat, which meant I was no longer uncomfortable or thirsty from the canula, but my vocal cords wouldn’t produce sound as long as I had a hole in my neck.” Not being able to talk was a difficult task, but Tess was thankful that she didn’t have to deal with coding every day. 

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The More You Know

  • Pittsburgh is the only city where all three major sports teams share the same colors.
  • It costs the U.S. Mint almost twice as much to mint each penny and nickel as the coins are actually worth. Taxpayers lost over $100 million in 2013 just through the coins being made.
  • Arkansas hosts the annual World Championship Duck Calling Contest.
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