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DID YOU KNOW?

(NAPSA)-According to a recent survey, American women own, on average, 19 pairs of shoes. The annual QVC Presents "FFANY Shoes on Sale" event lets women indulge their love of shoes while helping to fund a cause that hits close to home. To learn more, visit www.QVC.com.

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The Insight Pro Microwave Drawer oven from Sharp can help save room and add convenience to kitchens. It's available as 30- and 24-inch-width standalone units, and features a 3-in-1 range featuring a Microwave Drawer oven, and a combination ceramic cooktop and drawer.

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Osteopenia is a condition in which bone mass is lower than normal but not low enough to be classified as osteoporosis. Women can take Fosteum, a natural, prescription product proven to build bone mass when calcium and vitamin D are not enough. Visit www.fosteum.com.

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Online reviews-firsthand accounts of experiences at local shops and services-are gaining popularity, with 73 percent of online adults saying they read them. You can read and write online reviews for your neighborhood at Yahoo! Local (http:// local.yahoo.com).

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Residents insist that the "comfort food vibe" was invented in Baltimore. Menu items can range from Maryland crab soup and more modern, adventurous combinations-such as lobster macaroni and cheese-that represent Baltimore's comfort and ease. Learn more at Baltimore.org.

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Homes that can't "breathe" can be unhealthy, according to experts at Velux America. For more information, call (800) 283-2831 or visit veluxusa.com. For information on window and skylight energy efficiency, visit energy star.gov. For independent agency information, visit nfrc.org or effi cientwindows.org.

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You can get a free trial-pair certificate for Acuvue Brand Contact Lenses at www.acuvue.com/ seasons. (Professional exam and fitting fees not included. Valid only while supplies last.)

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With spills, sparks and flare-ups from outdoor appliances being major culprits of surface destruction, consider using The "Original" Grill Pad underneath every grill, smoker, fryer and firepit. Visit www.grillpad.com.