Joanne LaSpina
Contributing Writer
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Joanne LaSpina is a freelance writer in the Philadelphia area. She holds a master’s degree from Arcadia University in the field of counseling psychology. Her work experience includes private and group counseling of children, adults, families and couples, Joanne also has experience in employee assistance counseling and in creating and delivering employee training programs.
Joanne is a freelance writer and columnist for Perkiomen Valley Patch and she regularly blogs on her website, Food Allergy Assistant. Her writing for children and adults has been published online, as well as in national and regional magazines and newspapers.
Latest Articles
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What to Expect for the 2012 London Summer Olympics
They only come around but once every four years, so plan ahead to make sure you don't miss your favorite summer Olympic athletes and events.
Apr 26, 2012
- Joanne LaSpina
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Friday the 13th May Bring Out Symptoms of Anxiety and Panic
If you're having breathlessness, sweating, and heart palpitations, check the calendar. A Friday the 13th this month could signal Paraskavedekatriaphobia.
Apr 5, 2012
- Joanne LaSpina
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Medical Conferences Offer Support to Patients and Families
Attending a specific medical conference takes some planning to ensure that you leave the sessions armed with information and hope for the future.
Mar 5, 2012
- Joanne LaSpina
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How to Erase Your Cell Phone Data and Donate it to a Good Cause
Nearly everyone has unwanted cell phones lying around. It makes good sense to donate them to a charity, but be sure to clean it out first.
Feb 6, 2012
- Joanne LaSpina
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What You Need to Know About Rabies
Massachusetts has had its first case of human rabies in over 70 years. Rabies is treatable if caught early. For those who wait, though, it is usually fatal.
Jan 5, 2012
- Joanne LaSpina
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Five Hottest Toys for Boys This Holiday Season
From building to creating to reading or just goofing around, there are many great toys for boys between the ages of 6-12.
Dec 6, 2011
- Joanne LaSpina
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Five Places to Donate Leftover Halloween Candy
If you've got bags of unwanted trick-or-treat candies sitting around your house, give them a new home by donating candy to a charitable organization.
Nov 6, 2011
- Joanne LaSpina
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2012 US Holidays Observed: Public, Patriotic, Federal, Banking
There are numerous religious, secular, patriotic, international, legal and uniquely American holidays. Find the dates of many of these observances for 2012.
Oct 6, 2011
- Joanne LaSpina
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Best Haunted Houses in Southeastern Pennsylvania
If your family is looking for a scary good time this Halloween season, the greater Philadelphia area offers haunted woods, prisons, motels and mountains.
Oct 6, 2011
- Joanne LaSpina
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Signs and Symptoms of Youth Concussions
Recent research into youth sports head injuries shows the importance of recognizing the signs of concussion and how best to treat them.
Sep 10, 2011
- Joanne LaSpina
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