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1. Skeletons From The Closet. The farthest Memphis has ever advanced in the NCAA Tournament was the 1973 championship game, in which UCLA's Bill Walton annihilated the Tigers with 44 points on 21-of-22 shooting. We also seemed to remember Memphis coach John Calipari having some tournament success while coaching at UMass, but we can't find any record of it. Thoughts on that, Marcus Camby? You were playing for Coach Cal back then, weren't you?
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1. Good Times. The Aggies are in the Sweet Sixteen for the first time since 1980 and the second time ever despite the best efforts of Becca Mann and the Louisville Cardinals. No really, thank you Edgar Sosa for a great game, your two missed free throws and your bonehead, freshman-mistake, missed NBA 3-pointer that would have won the game even though you were only down by one point. A&M better shell out the dough for Billy Clyde Gillispie unless they want to wait another 27 years to make it back this far. They also might want to go ahead and start recruiting Acie Law V, even though he has yet to be conceived (as far as we know anyways).
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James D Watson discovered the structure of DNA in partnership with Francis Crick. Watson had been an enthusiastic amateur zoologist and a gifted student - he enrolled at the University of Chicago at the age of 15 to study zoology. However, his attention turned from zoology to genetics, and as a postgraduate student Watson joined the research group of Salvador Luria (1912-91), an important microbiologist and later a Nobel Prize winner.
Watson met Francis Crick at the Cavendish Laboratory in Cambridge, where he worked from 1951 until 1953. At Cambridge, the two researchers used X-ray diffraction studies by Rosalind Franklin and Maurice Wilkins to establish the double-helix model of the molecular structure of DNA. In 1962 Watson, Crick and Wilkins received the Nobel Prize in Medicine for this discovery. From 1968 to 2007, Watson was the Director of Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory in the United States.
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S de Chadarevian, Designs For Life: Molecular Biology After World War II (Cambridge: Cambridge University Press, 2002)
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J D Watson, The Double Helix: A Personal Account of the Discovery of the Structure of DNA (New York: Atheneum, 1968)
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Canadian pricing out... i am in tears
Canadian pricing out... i am in tears
Smaller and cheaper, not sure about lighter since it will use steel instead of aluminum. Even with "smaller" we are not talking about SmartforTwo, more like VW golf, so with long range battery it will still weight quite a bit more than "average" ICE car.
I'm sure your decision will make OPEC very happy bortolo. It'll also speed up the process for the others in line for a Model S who disagree with your opinion AND your math.
Since George has said that the model S falls only slightly below the percentage needed for NAFTA certification, is there something we can do to try to get the government to accept the Tesla as NAFTA certified? It's a revolutionary automobile that should be encouraged by the government, not made more difficult to buy.
Do you think Tesla has done everything they can to waive the duty, or do you think they considered Canada a small market, so it wasn't worth their while?
Unless I am really outdated. under the free trade agreement there is no duty to import cars manufatured in Mixeco, US or Canada.
George B as a Tesla escutive should be embrassed to make such a statement to scam Canadians 6.1%
Unless Model S is not made in the US
kingkong.......the cars must have 62.5% North American content to be duty exempt. The model S is 55% North American content.
I'm sorry, but some of these comments are just crazy.
"I try to be a good person and simply cant believe something like this would happen to me, my wife and my new family."
This is a retail product that needs to be sold for a profit, not a promise made by a family member to you. Tesla doesn't owe you anything, except a refund, if that's what you want.
Even when I put down a deposit for a US reservation, the agreement said this:
"This Agreement does not constitute an agreement for the sale of a Model S and does not lock in pricing, a production slot, or an estimated delivery date. You are under no obligation to purchase a Model S from us, and we are under no obligation to supply you with a Model S or any other vehicle."
and there were other further statements in the agreement reiterating these facts, such as, "The purchase price for the Model S has not yet been determined," and more.
When the full US pricing was announced, it was also about $10,000 more than what I figured it would be for all of the options and such, and of course there were extra stipulations we that were revealed such as the prioritization of deliveries with Air Suspension or bigger batteries and such.
And then too, there were rants from people angered by Tesla's "betrayal'.
Dissappointment, frustration, shock? Understandable.
Anger? Righteousness? Silly. See -> video game fanboys
I'm sorry, I'm going to assume that you wrote your post when you were emotional, and but you must see now how silly it is to say things like "I try to be a good person," as if that entitles you to purchase a luxury car at some certain price that you find acceptable.
The only way I see any of this anger justified is if you think that Tesla et al is actually trying to scam Canadian buyers to make an extra profit. If you seriously believe that, then you should definitely get a refund and also notify the authorities.
"George B as a Tesla escutive should be embrassed to make such a statement to scam Canadians 6.1%"
As I undersatand there is no import duty when the cars are manufactured in North America(Mexico, US & Canada).
Problem with Model S is that battery pack. Batteries in that pack are made by Panasonic somewhere else even that it is assembled in US, and apparently that is enough for that to trigger import duty.
There is gblankenship message about that in page one in this thread.
Stephen.Kamichi/Brian H
where is 62.5% from? I email Canadian Border Service; here is their reply(duty free if manufactured in the US or Mexico):
The importation of an admissible vehicle will occur at the first Canadian port of entry by presenting an original Title certificate and bill of sale.
Information on importing a vehicle from the United States into Canada is accessible from the Transport Canada Web at:
The Registrar of Imported Vehicles provides a useful guide to importing vehicles, which is available at:
Additional information on importing a vehicle into Canada is accessible from the publication Importing a Vehicle Into Canada, on the Canada Border Services Agency Web site at:
The North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) has rendered vehicles manufactured in the United States or Mexico free of customs duties. If the vehicle was made in any other country, an additional duty of 6.1 % would also be applied. Any excise duties or taxes may also be applicable.
Please note the goods and services tax of 5.0% is calculated on the duty-paid value of the price you have paid for the goods converted into Canadian currency. Where applicable, the provincial sales tax (PST) will be paid to your province of residence at the time of licensing.
Ensure that the vehicle is absolutely free from any trace of soil or organic matter before it is imported into Canada, otherwise it may be refused entry at the importer's expense.
Should you require additional assistance with your inquiry, or for a more detailed inquiry of whether duty will apply to your specific vehicle, we recommend that you contact the Border Information Service (BIS). You can access the BIS line free of charge throughout Canada by calling 1-800-461-9999. If you are calling from outside Canada, you can access the BIS line by calling either 204-983-3500 or 506-636-5064 (long-distance charges will apply). If you call during regular business hours (8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Monday to Friday, except holidays), you can speak to an officer by pressing "0" after you have made a selection of one of the 4 menu options.
Thank you for contacting the Canada Border Services Agency.
kingkong....I think the above is relevant only if as a private person you are importing a USED car. The manufacturer has to pay 6.1% duty if the NEW car has less than 62.5% North American content.
kingkong, Rahter than continuing to complain about this please educate yourself by going to the link that HaroldS posted in this thread on August 22. If you read that it is VERY obvious that Tesla is required to pay the 6.1% duty.
would like to say that HaroldS is for the US version of the document
Here is a link the the Canadian docs
I can not find a mention of the 62.5% in Can. docs
would like to mention that under 8507.60,
"-Lithium-ion 8507.60.10 00 - - -For use as the primary source of electrical power for electrically-powered vehicles of subheading 8703.90". are duty free.
I think the way Lithium-ion 8507.60.10 00 would be interpreted is that it's for the batteries only. So to do that you would have to import the batteries separately and then install them. This might cost more than 6% depending upon the number of cars imported. Bear in mind that you would have to pay the assemblers whether cars were being imported or not.
Also, even if you did it that way, I'm not sure that the Model S would pass in that many of the expensive parts aren't made in North America: brakes (Italy), display (Asia), steering gear (Germany), air suspension (Germany).
I agree with you.
wanted to point there are difference between Can and US Nafta documents.
I think the only way to avoid import tariff, would be to ask the Gov. to change the rules on electric cars.
Do you have an email template to send to pm?
Thank you, Brian. I have sent my letter to the PM and explained as best I can what many of us feel is an unjust taxation.
Hopefully an exception for electric vehicles can be made!
Josh, would you mind posting the contents of your letter here? The easier it is for people to write the PM, the more letters he will get, the more this helps our cause. Thanks.
Here's the letter I just sent to the PM:
Good morning sir,
I am writing to you this morning to address an issue which I feel needs attention. I am buying a new electric vehicle (Tesla Model S) from a company in the US (Tesla). The car is manufactured in the US at their facility in California.
Tesla has only recently released the Canadian pricing for this vehicle as it is brand new on the market (perhaps you've heard of it), and they have divulged that they must pay a 6.1% import duty when bringing the car to Canada even though the car is manufactured in the US. They have informed anxious customers that they must pay this duty given that the elements going INTO the manufacture of the car are less than 62.5% of US origin even though the final assembly (even the metal stamping) is all done in the US.
I know that other prospective Canadian Tesla customers have written to you to ask for this duty to be dropped when the car is manufactured in the US, especially when it is an electric car and the government is promoting incentives to buyers when it comes to electric cars.
I propose that these duties should not apply to cars manufactured in the US by a US company, particularly when it comes to electric cars (where a large percentage of the car's weight comes from the lithium ion batteries which are manufactured out of country, but intelligently assembled by Tesla in California). Can an exception be made specifically for these cars, or can we propose an amendment to the agreement governing these duties?
Please let me know if you need any further information from me, I and many prospective Canadian Tesla buyers feel very strongly about this issue.
Sincerely yours,
Robin, Even though I am not Canadian I have been following this thread. I think that you have a very well crafted letter.
I would advise those who want to write to your PM that you not just copy this word for word as this dilutes the impact. It then looks like a form letter which we as ordinary people tend to discount when reading it. But having said that Robin has done a great job of capturing the relevant points and you would do well following her example.
Sorry, I just have to clarify :)
My name is Rob actually (Robert).
I'm IN Montreal, hence the RobInMtl alias.
Not a great name... I know...
Rob, Sorry about that. At least you are not mad that I wasn't able to figure it out and realize that it can be misread.
My letter:
"Dear Mr. Harper,
I trust my email finds you well.
About two months ago my wife and I began considering the purchase of a
second vehicle. Our main goal was to purchase a vehicle with the highest
mileage; we are eager to reduce both our carbon footprint and our foreign
oil dependency.
We were therefore extremely disheartened to discover that the Tesla Model
S was recently declared an import and will be subject to a 6.1% duty:
Mr. Prime Minister, we are trying to do our duty to the environment and
purchase a vehicle which I hear has more than 90% of its components list
manufactured in California. (A jurisdiction which as you know should be
covered by NAFTA and hence not be subject to any duty.) Our family
understands that such duties are commonly put in place to protect Canadian
businesses from facing unfair competition from those based offshore.
Unfortunately one explanation I was given was that by weight the Tesla
Model S was only 55% North American. Given that a large part of this
vehicle's weight is located in the batteries, I can only assume this is
the reason why a 6.1% duty was levied.
Essentially, I would like to know why I am faced with a 6.1% duty when I
am not aware of any lithium battery manufacturers based in Canada. Who are
we protecting?
Your reply is much appreciated.
With regards,
Joshua and Christine Burstyn"
Josh, Just a point of clarification. The 62.5% is based on value and not weight. Don't ask me what value or how it is determined, I just know it is based upon value.
Thanks, Theresa.
I am hoping Mr. Harper reads all of our letters and might be able to reopen the ruling. In our case, the 6.1% represents a duty of apx $5900.00, making the $8500.00 Ontario rebate much less useful.
I am very disappointed that our government has not been more proactive and made it a priority to remove as many barriers as possible to electric vehicle adoption.
@RobinMtl - FYI you can change your forum name (maybe RobInMtl) anytime easily should you wish. I mis-typed mine first time and changed to my current (correct) name.
Josh, Just a point of clarification. The 62.5% is based on value and not weight.
Part cost value? Then 37.5% of the 40kWh version is battery and other non-Tesla electronics. 37.5% of $57 is $21k. $21k/40kWh = $534/kWh. Sounds about correct, battery + some other minor parts go over 37.5% of the car value. It's much worse for 60kWh and 85kWh versions.
I'd have dropped the bit about "foreign oil dependency". Not in Canada! We PROVIDE much of the foreign oil upon which the US is dependent, in fact.
Hi Brian,
"I'd have dropped the bit about "foreign oil dependency". Not in Canada! We PROVIDE much of the foreign oil upon which the US is dependent, in fact."
You are correct that we do (via the tarsands) produce crude oil. I believe, however that all oil goes into a collective pool. (Not a literal pool of course.) To my understanding, regardless of whether we produce oil we draw upon global supply when we arrive at the pump. That would mean are still relying upon at least some measure of foreign oil.
In any case, I wrote and submitted the email, realizing my folly only after I hit "send". Oh well. :-)
The 6.1% represents a duty of apx $5900.00, making the $8500.00 Ontario rebate much less useful.
At least Ontario has rebate. Wonder if Alberta would consider offering a rebate ?? probably NOT :((
Oh well...
Unless Alberta has changed since I was there last, there's no sales tax on anything. You're already getting a bargain.
Wrong. Alberta and Sask., etc., have been producing and exporting since before a shovelful of oil sands was dug.
Reducing Cdn. usage might have slight effects on US imports, but is irrelevant to US import dependence. Which is soon (already in planning and strategic sense) to be history anyway. http://bentekenergy.com/CrudeAwakening.aspx
Has anyone else written to the PM?
I know everyone here is in love with the Model S. Maybe no one more than me.
I have spoken with Mr. B and unfortunately the car and its increased cost has pushed the purchase price beyond what my wife and I can afford.
In so saying, we withdrew our reservation. For now. Maybe in a couple of years I will own one.
But for now, I continue to own my awful honda civic.
I hope that everyone that gets their cars enjoys them. I test drove one the other week and I have never had a better drive. Ever.
Enjoy the cars! someday I too will join the ranks of Model S owners...Just not now.
George, if you are still reading this thread... I know Canada is only 5% of your target market right now, but Canadians are generally an environmentally friendly population who are open to change, and not as set in their (traditional) ways as some other populations. I think we are a great potential market for Teslas in general.
Please appeal to the various government bodies governing this 6.1% duty. It really makes no sense when you look at the purpose of environmentally friendly automobiles AND the fact that the Tesla is assembled almost 100% in the US.
Brian H - Thanks for the info.
I worry that our current federal government is not particularly focused on environmental performance. Seems like you are too!
pbrulott - Are there any details on "Environmental Products"?
Keep up the good fight,
I got back my deposit yesterday and cashed it today.
So long everyone. =(
The 10% increase was too much for me. I know about the 6.1% duty but really, with current currency rates (1$US = 0.973$CAN), this whole 10% increase does not make sense to me...
I'll keep watching for the upcoming Bluestar.
Canadian P39 has left the building.
@ pbrulott:
The prices listed are for north america, and should be the same as those in the USA (no markup).
+1 to AWESOME for the official announcement of a Montreal service center!
Where is the announcement of the official Montreal service center?
Are Canadian prices changing to reflect the strong Canadian dollar?
For those of you who wrote to the PM, have you received any responses?
"Are Canadian prices changing to reflect the strong Canadian dollar?"
I would doubt this, if you look at all kinds of other retail products made in other countries, the prices aren't constantly adjusted based on exchange rates.
They might be changed over a longer period of time and a large difference in the exchange rate between when the product was introduced and now might be one of the factors in dropping or raising the price, but I haven't heard of manufacturer's constantaly adjusting MSRP's based on currencies.


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South Korea's Olympic badminton gold medallist Lee Yong-dae has been hit with a one-year ban for missing doping tests, the Badminton World Federation (BWF) said on Tuesday.
The 25-year-old won mixed doubles gold at the 2008 Games in Beijing and a bronze medal in the men's doubles in London four years later. Another Korean player, Kim Ki-jung, was also banned for one year.
The ban was effective until Jan. 23, 2015, the federation said in a statement, meaning the players would miss the Asian Games in Incheon later this year.
"Korean badminton players Kim Ki-jung and Lee Yong-dae have each received a one-year sanction for violating the requirements relating to filing whereabouts information and resulting missed tests under the BWF Anti-Doping Regulations," the BWF said.
"Kim and Lee were required to provide whereabouts information for the BWF to conduct out-of-competition testing. In 2013, both athletes accumulated three whereabouts failures in connection with this administrative process."
The BWF said it chose not to dish out the maximum two-year ban "due to the Badminton Korea Association's failure … to make diligent efforts to keep the BWF informed about the players' whereabouts."
A doping hearing panel recommended that the Korean association should be fined and the BWF said it would determine whether additional sanctions were appropriate.
Both players had the right to appeal the decision to the Court of Arbitration for Sport, the statement said.
Kim Jung-soo, executive director of Korean badminton, told a news conference later on Tuesday that the two players would never intentionally miss doping tests.
"When the WADA inspectors visited the Taeneung National Training Centre in March and November last year, Lee and Kim were not there as they were participating in local and international competitions," Kim said.
"We failed to submit a whereabouts report online last September as well.
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"It is hard to understand that they are punished just because they were not present when the inspectors came to check their whereabouts without prior notice."
Kim said the association would "aggressively" appeal the case to seek a reduction in the bans to three-six months from one year so the players Kim could compete in the Sept. 19 to Oct. 4 Asian Games on home soil.


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A wild night on public transit left at least six people hurt, one critically.
A woman was left in critical condition after her car collided with a SEPTA bus in the Kingsessing section of the city.
Officials say the woman was driving on 54th Street and Springfield Avenue shortly before 11 p.m. when she collided with the bus.
The woman was taken to the hospital in critical condition. The bus driver suffered minor injuries and was treated at the scene.
The crash was the third accident of the night involving a SEPTA bus. Earlier in the evening, four people -- including three on the bus -- suffered minor injuries after officials say a driver ran a red light and collided with a SEPTA Route 47 bus an Vine and 8th Streets in Center City.
Officials also say another SEPTA bus was involved in a minor crash on 19th and Arch Streets in Center City around 11:30 p.m. No one was injured in that wreck.
All the crashes remained under investigation Wednesday morning.


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Microsoft-Nokia: The Deal Was Easy; Now What?
Microsoft's purchase of Nokia's handset business complicates the software giant's business model—but it had to do the deal. Heard on the Street's Rolfe Winkler joins MoneyBeat.
This transcript has been automatically generated and may not be 100% accurate.
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California GOP Rep. Jeff Denham urges shift in high-speed rail funds to Northeast
A California congressman said Friday that billions of dollars in federal funds should be spent on high-speed rail – just not in his state.
Rep. Jeff Denham, the chairman of the railroads subcommittee in the House of Representatives and like many fellow House Republicans a critic of California's high-speed rail project, said the money should go instead to Amtrak's busy but aging Northeast Corridor, which serves the nation's most densely populated region.
"Given that there are over 11.4 million Amtrak riders and over 200 million commuters that use the Northeast Corridor every year, it would be an investment in an area where we have proven ridership," Denham said at a hearing at the site of the future Moynihan Station in New York, which is intended to replace the cramped Penn Station across the street.
Denham and other members of Congress, joined by Amtrak President and CEO Joseph Boardman, rode a train Thursday from Washington to New York and saw for themselves many of the century-old bridges and tunnels that limit the number of trains the line can accommodate, as well as the speeds they can travel.
California's high-speed rail project is set to break ground in the Central Valley this summer. The project is a top transportation priority for California Gov. Jerry Brown and President Barack Obama, both Democrats. About $6 billion in state and federal funding will be spent building the "backbone" of an eventual 780-mile system that would connect the state's big population centers: San Diego, Los Angeles, San Francisco, San Jose and Sacramento.
Rep. Bill Shuster, R-Pa., who chairs the full Transportation and Infrastructure Committee, has frequently criticized the California project as a misplaced investment. But there's little that Shuster, who accompanied Denham and other members of the committee to New York, can do to shift the money elsewhere.
"Unlike what the administration has proposed, we recognize that we do not have unlimited funds, so we need to focus on what makes sense and prioritize investment in infrastructure that we know is achievable," Shuster said in written testimony Friday.
Rod Diridon, the executive director of the Mineta Transportation Institute at San Jose State University and former chairman of the California High-Speed Rail Authority board, said that more than 15 years of federally required studies supported the project's viability.
"We ought to be building a system in the fastest-growing area in the United States: the state of California," he said.
But few transportation experts, including Diridon, dispute that investment in the Northeast Corridor is needed.
Testifying at Friday's hearing, Boardman said that in addition to Amtrak's 157 trains, more than 1,800 commuter trains a day use the Northeast Corridor, which stretches roughly 450 miles from Washington to Boston.
Amtrak upgraded the route in the late 1970s, but Boardman said those investments didn't anticipate major growth in passengers.
"Today we are handling twice the number of commuter trains," he said, "on essentially the same infrastructure."
Some of that infrastructure is showing its age, and Denham pointed to specific examples:
– A pair of tunnels under Baltimore that were built in the 1870s have become a major bottleneck. Even Amtrak's flagship Acela train creeps through at 30 mph. It would cost about $1.5 billion to replace them.
– Bridges over the Susquehanna River in Maryland and the Hackensack River in New Jersey, both built in the early 1900s, are two places where the generally three- and four-track corridor narrows to two. Replacing the spans would cost nearly $2 billion.
"I believe the $6 billion that was given to the California High-Speed Rail Authority could be better spent on such upgrades, as these projects are both clearly identified, and necessary beyond dispute," Denham said.
Amtrak captures three-quarters of the air-rail market between Washington and New York, and unlike most of the system's heavily subsidized long-distance routes, the Northeast Corridor more than pays for its operating costs.
Diridon said the corridor's success could be replicated in California.
"High-speed rail works," he said. "All you have to do is provide it to the public, and the public wants it."


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268 - Fun With Books
Today's offering is a sketch from Chris depicting the Church of Pelor faction.
So I actually intended for this to go up about a week ago, but time and weather that dumps water in my basement one day and a foot of snow on top of me two days later makes fools of us all, I suppose.
Comics are now in production. As I've stated a few times, one of the goals here was to let me build up a pad of comics, and I figured that rather than give a date -- which we've already proven can change due to unforeseen circumstances >< -- I'd set my goal to resume publishing at a number of comics I had in reserve.
That number is going to be 12. Once I have a dozen comics, I will resume updates soon afterwards.
As I put these extra pictures up, I'll keep ya'll up to date on how close we are to restarting.
As of right now: 0.5 of 12


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Real Life 'Guts' Story?
From WCCO.com
Girl Seriously Injured After Sitting On Pool Drain
(AP) Minneapolis A 6-year-old Edina, Minn. girl is hospitalized after a horrific accident at a swimming pool.
Abigail Taylor was severely injured Tuesday when she sat over an open drain hole in a wading pool at the Minneapolis Golf Club. According to a posting by her family on the Caring Bridge Web site, the drain's powerful suction tore out part of her intestinal tract.
The family's account says it's a, quote, "medical miracle" that she's still alive. The online account was taken down late yesterday.
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Stretching Your Dollars
This story appears in the March 1998 issue of Entrepreneur. Subscribe »
Getting top-notch performances out of minimum- wage workers is a challenge--but it is possible, says Robert K. McIntosh, author and publisher of Minimum Wage, Maximum Results. He offers these tips for managing your minimum-wage employees:
- Understand what motivates each employee. McIntosh calls it the "hot button concept"--if you know what makes someone perform, you can provide the appropriate inspiration.
- Determine your expectations and communicate them clearly. People can't do what you want them to if they don't know what that is. Be sure you know what you expect from your employees, then be sure you've made that clear.
- Create a positive environment. Provide positive feedback and incentives to build an environment where employees want to excel.
- Hire the right people. Take the time to thoroughly evaluate and screen new employees.
- Invest in training. This gives your employees the skills they need to do their jobs properly.
- Develop employee retention programs. Strive to keep the people you have; it's less expensive and more efficient than replacing them.
- Reward performance. Use tangible (money and prizes) and intangible (praise and recognition) rewards to reinforce positive behavior.
Jacquelyn Lynn is a business writer in Winter Park, Florida.
Hands On
Stay in touch with your business.
Your business may not be the size of a Fortune 500 company--but that doesn't mean running it is any less demanding. And as your company grows and you get even busier, you may find yourself losing touch with your customers and employees. It's a problem Stan Clark is well aware of. He and a partner were the only two employees when they opened Eskimo Joe's, a small bar in Stillwater, Oklahoma, in 1975. Today, the company is a multimillion-dollar conglomerate that employs about 600 people and includes three restaurants, several retail stores and a mail order operation.
Simple awareness of the risk of becoming insulated goes a long way toward preventing you from losing touch, says Clark. But he also advises owners to be pro-active and look for ways to eliminate barriers that may arise.
"There's no substitute for listening and interacting with customers and [employees]," Clark says. He visits all his company's departments and locations regularly, sometimes even pitching in to help, and personally conducts the new-hire orientation program.
"The leader-as-servant mentality is so right," says Clark. "The bigger you get, the harder it is to stay close to the people you depend on for your company's success. There's no magic, no trick to it--you just have to do it."
Too Much Information
Set parameters to avoid an overload.
The information age has spawned its own problem: information overload. Wes Kasbaum, president of Priority Management Systems, an organizational skills training franchise in Oklahoma City, offers these tips for managing today's information flood:
- Schedule time to deal with incoming information. Kasbaum recommends setting aside time in the morning and afternoon to deal with your paper mail, e-mail and voice messages.
- Keep your files thin. Don't retain copies of minutes, reports and correspondence if someone else in the office has a copy. Note a throw-out date on all paperwork before filing so it can be regularly cleaned out.
- Set up a central location for maintaining reports and other research. It's not necessary for everyone in the organization to have a copy in their offices.
- Purge your flow of inbound information. For one month, track every report, subscription and memo distribution list you are on. At the end of the month, go through the list and decide what you need to continue receiving, what should be discontinued and what should be routed to someone else.
- Set policies to control duplication. Instruct employees to send material only to the appropriate people. Resist duplicating communications unless it's absolutely necessary. Finally, keep your communications brief and to-the-point, and be sure everyone in your organization follows your example.
Getting Personal
Looking to buy a company car? Check out these tips.
Buying vehicles for your company is getting easier and more efficient, thanks to General Motors' Business Vehicle Services (BVS) program. Now, instead of having to spend your valuable time at an automobile dealership, a representative will come to you with a complete package that includes not only the vehicle but also financing options, extras such as fuel programs, and even special deals for your employees when they purchase cars for their personal use.
It's a program that's long overdue, says Jack Griffin, manager of national fleet sales for General Motors' Oldsmobile Division in Lansing, Michigan. Small-business owners participating in GM focus groups were virtually unanimous in their desire to have a single contact person at a dealership with whom they could build a long-term relationship.
GM tested BVS with pilot programs in three major cities last year and has begun a national rollout that should be completed by fall. Dealers that opt to participate in the program will have a commercial manager who is thoroughly trained on the vehicles, lease and purchase programs, maintenance and repair, and related services; has a strong working knowledge of small business in general; and takes the time to get to know the operations of each customer to be able to offer customized service.
For business owners purchasing vehicles, Griffin offers this advice:
- Look for an established dealer with a strong track record in your community.
- Check out the dealer's customer satisfaction index (CSI). The dealer will tell you what its CSI is and will be able to document it.
- Choose a dealer that has demonstrated a commitment to small businesses by establishing a commercial department or at least hiring a commercial manager to take care of your special needs.
To find out more about the BVS program, call (800) 521-0656 or visit http://www.gmbvs.com
Watch Your Step
If your client goes bankrupt, you could be the one to lose.
Bob Bernstein, business bankruptcy specialist and managing partner of Pittsburgh-based Bernstein Bernstein and Strickland PC, calls it a double whammy: A customer just filed for bankruptcy and you're looking at writing off a sizable debt--and now the bankruptcy trustee informs you that you must return the customer's last payment. What's going on?
In bankruptcy language, it's called a preference payment--and while there are many situations in life where being preferred is a good thing, bankruptcy is not one of them. It means a debtor is paying bills so that some creditors are receiving a greater percentage of what is owed them than other similar creditors are. For example, a debtor might make preference payments to suppliers with whom it has personal relationships, then file bankruptcy, leaving the remaining creditors scrambling for their money. Sure, it sounds good if you're the creditor getting the extra cash, but under the Bankruptcy Code, that's illegal. Bernstein says preference payments undermine the intent of bankruptcy laws to treat creditors of similar status as equally as possible.
So should you respond to the trustee's letter with a check? "Absolutely not," says Bernstein. Just because the trustee says you've received a preference payment doesn't mean you actually have or that you'll have to pay it back. Bernstein says the initial burden of proof that the payment was indeed a preference payment falls on the trustee. In legal terms, the trustee must be able to show that the payment 1) was to or for the benefit of you, the creditor; 2) was for old debt; 3) was made while the customer was insolvent; 4) was made on or within 90 days of the date of the bankruptcy petition; and 5) would allow you to receive more than you would have received had there been a liquidation under Chapter 7 of the Bankruptcy Code.
Even if the trustee can prove these points, you may have a legal defense that would allow you to keep the money, or you may be able to negotiate a settlement that would reduce the amount you must repay. Before taking any action, Bernstein recommends consulting with an attorney who works in the area of creditors' rights and bankruptcy and who can assess the situation and give you a realistic picture of your options.
Tech Care
You'll need a bit of finesse to manage tech employees.
They go by a variety of labels, ranging from the reasonably respectful "technical staff member" to the more casual "techie." Whatever their title, if you find managing the techies on your staff a challenge, there's good reason for it.
"A technical professional is someone skilled in one or many technical disciplines--everything from software development, code writing and database design to automotive engineering and jet engine maintenance," says David Rubin, a training consultant with Princeton, New Jersey-based Blessing/White Inc. who specializes in training managers within technical environments. "Technical professionals are problem-solvers and fixers. In the proper environment, they are highly motivated--in fact, passionate--about their work. At the same time, they bring unique values and expectations to the workplace, and these need to be recognized and understood if you are to manage these professionals successfully."
Rubin says that as a group, technical professionals share some traits, including a desire for autonomy, a need for achievement, a fear of technical obsolescence, a need to participate in mission- and goal-setting; and a need for peer support, stimulation and sharing. "Traditional management principles meet with only minimal success when applied to technical professionals," says Rubin. To get the maximum performance out of your technical staff, Rubin offers these tips:
- Include techies when setting goals. When you're establishing short- and long-term goals, bring your people in on the process in some way. "Involving your technical staff in goal-setting generates higher motivation and more job satisfaction," says Rubin. "Then, where possible, give them some autonomy over conditions, pace and work style."
- Take maximum advantage of their abilities. "Design your operations in a way that allows each of your tech pros to operate at a level that challenges them," says Rubin.
- Communicate how their work is important. Show them the big picture; explain to them how their individual efforts are a critical part of the whole.
- Encourage them (and provide opportunities for them) to interact with each other to solve problems. "Being in a cubicle day after day is fine for some plants, but not for people," Rubin observes.
- Provide recognition and rewards. "Reward them for their efforts, even if it's just with a mention in the company newsletter or a complimentary dinner once per quarter," Rubin advises. "Find a way to let them know their efforts are appreciated."
Finally, Rubin says, spend time with your technical staff, both on a formal and informal basis. "Talk with them. Ask questions and keep your ears open. Learn from them, and allow them to learn from you. Two-way communication is the key to making it all work."
Damage Control
Prepare yourself for an emergency cash crunch.
A cash flow crisis can be triggered by a variety of factors, including seasonal business fluctuations, customers that either pay late or don't pay at all, and major equipment breakdowns. "A cash crunch can cripple a small company," says Rob Hackley, executive vice president of Hotsy, a distributorship in Central Florida that sells industrial pressure cleaning equipment and detergents. "You can't prevent them, but if you're prepared for them, you can survive." He shares these tips:
- Establish a rainy day fund. Set aside funds in an interest-bearing account that you can draw on in an emergency.
- Review your cash management techniques. "Schedule your [payments] for the maximum advantage," Hackley advises. "Don't pay anything before you have to, but also watch for early-payment discounts--they can often mean substantial savings." Also, periodically ask your banker about various cash management products or services that may be available. One such service is a sweep account, which allows you to earn the maximum interest by automatically transfering funds to the appropriate accounts on a daily basis.
- Control your overhead. Keep your fixed costs low and your variable expenses tied to revenue so if your income drops, so will your expenditures.
- Negotiate with vendors. Consider requesting extended payment terms at the time of purchase, particularly if your business experiences seasonal fluctuations.
- Establish and maintain good credit. If you have a track record for paying on time, creditors will be more willing to work with you during a crunch.
Contact Sources
Bernstein Bernstein and Strickland PC, (412) 456-8101, http://www.bernsteinlaw.com
Robert K. McIntosh, 5527 Cathedral Oaks, Santa Barbara, CA 93111, firstname.lastname@example.com
Priority Management Systems, (405) 478-4545, fax: (405) 478-4477
Stan Clark Companies/ Eskimo Joe's, fax: (405) 377-0828, http://www.eskimojoes.com


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- 1 pound russet potatoes
- 1 pound sweet potatoes, peeled
- 1 medium white onion
- 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil or canola oil
- 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- 3 ounces freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon finely grated lemon peel
Preheat oven to 350°F. Cut potatoes, sweet potatoes, and onion into bite-size pieces and place in a medium bowl. Pour 2 tablespoons of oil over the pieces and mix well. Spread pieces in a shallow baking pan and place in oven for about 25–30 minutes, until potatoes are fork-tender. Remove from oven and cool. Prepare dressing by whisking together 1 tablespoon oil with sesame seeds, pepper, parsley, lemon juice, and lemon peel in a small bowl. When vegetables cool, place them in a medium-size serving bowl, pour dressing over them, and gently mix. Chill for 2 hours for best flavor.
Yield: 4 cups.
Serving size: 3/4 cup.
Nutrition Facts Per Serving:
Calories: 220 calories, Carbohydrates: 33 g, Protein: 4 g, Fat: 8 g, Saturated Fat: 1 g, Cholesterol: 0 mg, Sodium: 48 mg, Fiber: 4 g
Exchanges per serving: 2 starch, 2 fat. Carbohydrate choices: 2.
This recipe was developed by Kathleen Stanley, a Diabetes Educator at Central Baptist Hospital in Lexington, Kentucky.


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In addition to a sequence of structured video lessons on coaching Tee Ball, we also offer various other resources such as pre-made practice schedules, structured drills and coaching forms. We offer a coaching forum where coaches and parents can share information and ask each other questions related to the sport. We offer lesson notes to supplement our video lessons, so that you can easily brush up on what you have watched and remember the coaching tips given. Our coaching videos are divided into twelve segments, beginning with advice on equipment selection and ending with team parent responsibilities.
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The World This Week - July 29th, 2011
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The rest of the world may quiver over the debt deadlock but all that matters to Washington lawmakers are the phone calls, letters, and emails of frenzied constituents. Also, the media blitz of Dominique Strauss-Kahn's New York accuser, and the difference between democracy and free speech in the wake of the China train disaster.
- ZHANG Xin. Journalist, Xinhua News Agency;
- George KAZOLIAS. News Producer at AITV-RFO, Professor at the American University of Paris;
- Billie OKADAMERI. Journalist, Africa specialist, Radio France Internationale;
- Eric OLANDER. Digital Media Editor, France 24.


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A fast and scenic course on Uruguay's stunning coastline
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Don´t miss IRONMAN 70.3 Punta del Este celebrating its 6th edition in 2020!
Welcome once again to IRONMAN 70.3 Punta Del Este. One of the best host city experiences voted top 10 in the IRONMAN 70.3 Athletes´s Choice Awards 2016 and best swim course 2017, praises only the best races receive.
Punta del Este offers marvelous views with a course like no other, 100% by the sea in a quiet and safe city that mixes the charm of a fishermen village and the glamour of an European seaside resort. IRONMAN 70.3 Punta Del Este is a boutique race where athletes receive the personalized attention they deserve and can enjoy their event experience in full.
With no doubts Punta del Este has proven to meet wonderful characteristics to practice the sport, miles of white sand beach and tranquil bays in the Playa Mansa beach, long bike paths and boulevards just along the sea coast, excellent weather, and a perfect offer of services, hotels, apartments, restaurants and shops, with a course designed for families and spectators to enjoy.
The swim takes place in front of Enjoy Beach, official hotel of the event, from the wooden boardwalks in the beach the public can access to the sand and enjoy the course very close to the athletes that will swim parallel to the coast towards Mailhos Dock to return to the starting point and get into the transition area located in the beach parking. With a bike course of 2 laps that returns just in front of the hotel, ideal for cheering and public to enjoy the race, from the street or in Ovo Beach, the hotels restaurant at the beach.
The bike course will take athletes to the Ballena hill to cross it over and enter Solanas, until the Laguna del Sauce Airport. In the return point you will find an aids station with the excellent work of Scouts Movement volunteers, the other aids station will be located in front of the hotel.
Punta del Este is an excellent host for the event, with so many hotels, incredible restaurants facing the sea and port and the most friendly service of the region, with natural white sand beaches that are a delight to all that seeks contact with nature, the roads with little transit are surely a plus for all athletes. Autumn is one of the best seasons to visit the city, the ideal temperature, not too cold nor hot, and water temperature at 21 degrees Celsius make it an ideal month for the event, you will enjoy incredible weather!
A stunning course, always facing the sea, an incredible city with plenty of services and a destination that is eager to offer participants and their families the best stay to enjoy the race in the sixth edition of IRONMAN 70.3 Punta del Este.
The 2020 IRONMAN 70.3 Punta del Este will offer 40 qualifying slots to the 2020 IRONMAN 70.3 World Championship in Taupō, New Zealand.


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Children's Health: Fever and Taking Your Child's Temperature
You've probably experienced waking in the middle of the night to find your child flushed, hot, and sweaty. Your little one's forehead feels warm. You immediately suspect a fever, but are unsure of what to do next. Should you get out the thermometer? Call the doctor?
In healthy kids, fevers usually don't indicate anything serious. Although it can be frightening when your child's temperature rises, fever itself causes no harm and can actually be a good thing — it's often the body's way of fighting infections. And not all fevers need to be treated. High fever, however, can make a child uncomfortable and worsen problems such as dehydration.
Here's more about fevers, how to measure and treat them, and when to call your doctor.
Fever Facts
Fever occurs when the body's internal "thermostat" raises the body temperature above its normal level. This thermostat is found in the part of the brain called the hypothalamus. The hypothalamus knows what temperature your body should be (usually around 98.6° Fahrenheit or 37° Celsius) and will send messages to your body to keep it that way.
Most people's body temperatures even change a little bit during the course of the day: It's usually a little lower in the morning and a little higher in the evening and can fluctuate as kids run around, play, and exercise.
Sometimes, though, the hypothalamus will "reset" the body to a higher temperature in response to an infection, illness, or some other cause. So, why does the hypothalamus tell the body to change to a new temperature? Researchers believe turning up the heat is the body's way of fighting the germs that cause infections and making the body a less comfortable place for them.
Causes of Fever
It's important to remember that fever by itself is not an illness — it's usually a symptom of an underlying problem. Fever has a few potential causes:
Infection: Most fevers are caused by infection or other illness. Fever helps the body fight infections by stimulating natural defense mechanisms.
Overdressing: Infants, especially newborns, may get fevers if they're overbundled or in a hot environment because they don't regulate their body temperature as well as older kids. However, because fevers in newborns can indicate a serious infection, even infants who are overdressed must be evaluated by a doctor if they have a fever.
Immunizations: Babies and kids sometimes get a low-grade fever after getting vaccinated.
Although teething may cause a slight rise in body temperature, it's probably not the cause if a child's temperature is higher than 100° F (37.8° C).
When Fever Is a Sign of Something Serious
In the past, doctors advised treating a fever on the basis of temperature alone. But now they recommend considering both the temperature and a child's overall condition.
Kids whose temperatures are lower than 102° F (38.9° C) often don't require medication unless they're uncomfortable. There's one important exception to this rule: If you have an infant 3 months or younger with a rectal temperature of 100.4° F (38° C) or higher, call your doctor or go to the emergency department immediately. Even a slight fever can be a sign of a potentially serious infection in very young infants.
If your child is between 3 months and 3 years old and has a fever of 102.2° F (39° C) or higher, call your doctor to see if he or she needs to see your child. For older kids, take behavior and activity level into account. Watching how your child behaves will give you a pretty good idea of whether a minor illness is the cause or if your child should be seen by a doctor.
The illness is probably not serious if your child:
is still interested in playing
is eating and drinking well
is alert and smiling at you
has a normal skin color
looks well when his or her temperature comes down
And don't worry too much about a child with a fever who doesn't want to eat. This is very common with infections that cause fever. For kids who still drink and urinate normally, not eating as much as usual is OK.
Is it a Fever?
A gentle kiss on the forehead or a hand placed lightly on the skin is often enough to give you a hint that your child has a fever. However, this method of taking a temperature (called tactile temperature) is dependent on the person doing the feeling and doesn't give an accurate measure of temperature.
Use a reliable thermometer to confirm a fever (which is when a child's temperature is at or above one of these levels):
100.4° F (38° C) measured rectally (in the bottom)
99.5° F (37.5° C) measured orally (in the mouth)
99° F (37.2° C) measured in an axillary position (under the arm)
But how high a fever is doesn't tell you much about how sick your child is. A simple cold or other viral infection can sometimes cause a rather high fever (in the 102°-104° F / 38.9°-40° C range), but this doesn't usually indicate a serious problem. And serious infections might cause no fever or even an abnormally low body temperature, especially in infants.
Because fevers can rise and fall, a child might have chills as the body tries to generate additional heat as its temperature begins to rise. The child may sweat as the body releases extra heat when the temperature starts to drop.
Sometimes kids with a fever breathe faster than usual and may have a higher heart rate. You should call the doctor if your child is having difficulty breathing, is breathing faster than normal, or continues to breathe fast after the fever comes down.
Types of Thermometers
Whatever thermometer you choose, be sure you know how to use it correctly to get an accurate reading. Keep and follow the manufacturer's recommendations for any thermometer.
Digital thermometers usually provide the quickest, most accurate readings. They come in many sizes and shapes and are available at most supermarkets and pharmacies in a range of prices. You should read the manufacturer's instructions to determine what the thermometer is designed for and how it signals that the reading is complete. Overall, digital thermometers usually can be used for these temperature-taking methods:
oral (in the mouth)
rectal (in the bottom)
axillary (under the arm)
Turn on the thermometer and make sure the screen is clear of any old readings. Digital thermometers usually have a plastic, flexible probe with a temperature sensor at the tip and an easy-to-read digital display on the opposite end. If your thermometer uses disposable plastic sleeves or covers, put one on according to the manufacturer's instructions. Remember to discard the sleeve after each use and to clean the thermometer according to the manufacturer's instructions before putting it back in its case.
Electronic ear thermometers measure the tympanic temperature — the temperature inside the ear canal. Although they're quick and easy to use in older babies and kids, they aren't as accurate as digital thermometers for infants 3 months or younger and are more expensive.
Plastic strip thermometers (small plastic strips that you press against the forehead) may be able to tell you whether your child has a fever, but aren't reliable for taking an exact measurement, especially in infants and very young children. If you need to know your child's exact temperature, plastic strip thermometers are not the way to go.
Forehead thermometers also may be able to tell you if your child has a fever, but are not as accurate as oral or rectal digital thermometers.
Pacifier thermometers may seem convenient, but again, their readings are less reliable than rectal temperatures and shouldn't be used in infants younger than 3 months. They also require kids to keep the pacifier in their mouth for several minutes without moving, which is a nearly impossible task for most babies and toddlers.
Glass mercury thermometers were once common, but the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) now says they should not be used because of concerns about possible exposure to mercury, which is an environmental toxin. (If you still have a mercury thermometer, do not simply throw it in the trash where the mercury can leak out. Talk to your doctor or your local health department about how and where to dispose of a mercury thermometer.)
Tips for Taking Temperatures
As any parent knows, taking a squirming child's temperature can be challenging. But it's one of the most important tools doctors have to determine if a child has an illness or infection. The best method will depend on a child's age and temperament.
For kids younger than 3 months, you'll get the most reliable reading by using a digital thermometer to take a rectal temperature. Electronic ear thermometers aren't recommended for infants younger than 3 months because their ear canals are usually too small.
For kids between 3 months to 4 years old, you can use a digital thermometer to take a rectal temperature or an electronic ear thermometer to take the temperature inside the ear canal. You could also use a digital thermometer to take an axillary temperature, although this is a less accurate method.
For kids 4 years or older, you can usually use a digital thermometer to take an oral temperature if your child will cooperate. However, kids who have frequent coughs or are breathing through their mouths because of stuffy noses might not be able to keep their mouths closed long enough for an accurate oral reading. In these cases, you can use the tympanic method (with an electronic ear thermometer) or axillary method (with a digital thermometer).
To take a rectal temperature: Before becoming parents, most people cringe at the thought of taking a rectal temperature. But don't worry — it's a simple process:
Lubricate the tip of the thermometer with a lubricant, such as petroleum jelly.
Place your child:
- belly-down across your lap or on a firm, flat surface and keep your palm along the lower back
- or face-up with legs bent toward the chest with your hand against the back of the thighs
With your other hand, insert the lubricated thermometer into the anal opening about ½ inch to 1 inch (about 1.25 to 2.5 centimeters). Stop if you feel any resistance.
Steady the thermometer between your second and third fingers as you cup your hand against your baby's bottom. Soothe your child and speak quietly as you hold the thermometer in place.
Wait until you hear the appropriate number of beeps or other signal that the temperature is ready to be read. Write down the number on the screen, noting the time of day that you took the reading.
To take an oral temperature: This process is easy in an older, cooperative child.
Wait 20 to 30 minutes after your child finishes eating or drinking to take an oral temperature, and make sure there's no gum or candy in your child's mouth.
Place the tip of the thermometer under the tongue and ask your child to close his or her lips around it. Remind your child not to bite down or talk, and to relax and breathe normally through the nose.
Wait until you hear the appropriate number of beeps or other signal that the temperature is ready to be read. Write down the number on the screen, noting the time of day that you took the reading.
To take an axillary temperature: This is a convenient way to take a child's temperature. Although not as accurate as a rectal or oral temperature in a cooperative child, some parents prefer to take an axillary temperature, especially for kids who can't hold a thermometer in their mouths.
Remove your child's shirt and undershirt, and place the thermometer under an armpit (it must be touching skin only, not clothing).
Fold your child's arm across the chest to hold the thermometer in place.
Wait until you hear the appropriate number of beeps or other signal that the temperature is ready to be read. Write down the number on the screen, noting the time of day that you took the reading.
Whatever method you choose, keep these additional tips in mind:
Never take a child's temperature right after a bath or if he or she has been bundled tightly for a while — this can affect the temperature reading.
Never leave a child unattended while taking a temperature.
Helping Kids Feel Better
Again, not all fevers need to be treated. And in most cases, a fever should be treated only if it's causing a child discomfort.
Here are ways to alleviate symptoms that often accompany a fever:
If your child is fussy or appears uncomfortable, you can give acetaminophen or ibuprofen based on the package recommendations for age or weight. (Unless instructed by a doctor, never give aspirin to a child due to its association with Reye syndrome, a rare but potentially fatal disease.) If you don't know the recommended dose or your child is younger than 2 years old, call the doctor to find out how much to give.
Infants under 2 months old should not be given any medication for fever without being evaluated by a doctor. If your child has any medical problems, check with the doctor to see which medication is best to use. Remember that fever medication will usually temporarily bring a temperature down, but won't return it to normal — and it won't treat the underlying reason for the fever.
Giving a sponge bath can make your child more comfortable and help bring the fever down. Use only lukewarm water; cool water may cause shivering, which actually raises body temperature. Never use alcohol (it can cause poisoning when absorbed through the skin) or ice packs/cold baths (they can cause chills that may raise body temperature).
Dress your child in lightweight clothing and cover with a light sheet or blanket. Overdressing and overbundling can prevent body heat from escaping and can cause a temperature to rise.
Make sure your child's bedroom is a comfortable temperature — not too hot or too cold.
Offer plenty of fluids to avoid dehydration — a fever will cause a child to lose fluids more rapidly. Water, soup, ice pops, and flavored gelatin are all good choices. Avoid drinks containing caffeine, including colas and tea, because they can cause increased urination.
If your child also is vomiting and/or has diarrhea, ask the doctor if you should give an electrolyte (rehydration) solution made especially for kids. You can find these solutions at drugstores and supermarkets. Don't offer sports drinks — they're not designed for younger children, and the added sugars may make diarrhea worse. Also, limit your child's intake of fruits and apple juice.
In general, let your child eat what he or she wants (in reasonable amounts) but don't force eating if your child doesn't feel like it.
Make sure your child gets plenty of rest. Staying in bed all day isn't necessary, but a sick child should take it easy.
It's best to keep a child with a fever home from school or childcare. Most doctors feel that it's safe to return when the temperature has been normal for 24 hours.
When to Call the Doctor
The exact temperature that should trigger a call to the doctor depends on the age of the child, the illness, and whether there are other symptoms with the fever.
Call your doctor if you have an:
infant younger than 3 months old with a temperature of 100.4° F (38° C) or higher
older child with a temperature of higher than 102.2° F (39° C)
Call the doctor if an older child has a fever of less than 102.2° F (39° C) but also:
refuses fluids or seems too ill to drink adequately
has persistent diarrhea or repeated vomiting
has any signs of dehydration (urinating less than usual, not having tears when crying, less alert and less active than usual)
has a specific complaint (e.g., sore throat or earache)
still has a fever after 24 hours (in kids younger than 2 years) or 72 hours (in kids 2 years or older)
has recurrent fevers, even if they only last a few hours each night
has a chronic medical problem such as heart disease, cancer, lupus, or sickle cell anemia
has a rash
has pain with urination
Seek emergency care if your child shows any of these signs:
inconsolable crying
extreme irritability
lethargy and difficulty waking
rash or purple spots that look like bruises on the skin (that were not there before the child got sick)
blue lips, tongue, or nails
infant's soft spot on the head seems to be bulging outward or sunken inwards
stiff neck
severe headache
limpness or refusal to move
difficulty breathing that doesn't get better when the nose is cleared
leaning forward and drooling
abdominal pain
Also, ask your doctor for his or her specific guidelines on when to call about a fever.
Fever: A Common Part of Childhood
All kids get fevers, and in the majority of cases, most are completely back to normal within a few days. For older infants and kids (but not necessarily for infants younger than 3 months), the way they act is far more important than the reading on your thermometer. Everyone gets cranky when they have a fever. This is normal and should be expected.
But if you're ever in doubt about what to do or what a fever might mean, or if your child is acting ill in a way that concerns you even if there's no fever, always call your doctor for advice.
Reviewed by: Larissa Hirsch, MD
Aches, Children's Health, Fever, Injuries, Pains, Taking, Temperature, Your Child's


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Giants WR suspended four games
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New York Giants free-agent wide receiver Brandon Collins has been suspended without pay for the first four games of the 2013 regular season for violating the NFL Policy and Program for Substances of Abuse.
The NFL announced the suspension of the first-year player on Monday.
The 24-year-old Collins will be eligible to return to the Giants' active roster on Sept. 30, the day after the team plays the Kansas City Chiefs. The Southeastern Louisiana product spent part of last season on the Giants' practice squad and will be eligible to participate in all offseason and preseason practices and games.
Collins had played well in the recent veterans minicamp.