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Doctors Caught Mocking Patient During Surgery
A woman recorded audio of her surgery and discovered the shocking things her operating staff said about her while she was unconscious.
Ethel Easter told Fox 26 Houston that she broke down in tears when her doctor told her she'd have to wait two months for a hernia surgery.
"I was like, 'I can't wait for two months,'" Easter said. "I'm terribly ill, and he said 'listen' he got very abrupt. He said, 'Who do you think you are? You have to wait just like everybody else.'"
Because of her doctor's attitude, she decided the best thing to do was to tape-record her surgery.
"This is my natural hair I had a weave at the time which is braid extensions and when I put my hair up I put the recorder right in my hair," she said of the secret recorder she had with her during the procedure.
Just after Easter began snoring in the tape recording, the surgeon started telling the operating staff what he thought of his patient.
"She's a handful she had some choice words for us in the clinic when we didn't book her case in two weeks," the doctor said.
"Really?" a staffer responded.
"I'm going to call a lawyer and file a complaint," the surgeon responded jokingly.
"That doesn't seem like the thing to say to the person whose going to do your surgery," the staffer said.
Later, some of the operating staff were heard making insulting remarks about Easter's body. A nurse was heard laughing about the remarks.
"Did you see her belly button?" a female voice on the tape asked, followed by laughter.
One staff member referred to Easter as "Precious meet Precious."
"It was 'Precious meet Precious,' as though I was this big fat black woman," Easter told Fox 26. The surgeon even brought Easter's husband into the conversation, saying he felt sorry that he had to put up with her.
"When I heard the comments on the tape and listened to them I was shocked," community activist Quanell X said. "I had no idea that doctors, anesthesiologists and nurses would carry themselves in this manner in an operating room."
A spokesman for Harris Health System, the company that oversees the hospital where the surgery took place, declined to comment, citing patient confidentiality.
It's unclear whether Easter will take any legal action against the hospital or its staff, though Harris Health System did write a letter to Easter, saying they used the incident as an opportunity to remind the hospital staff to be mindful of their remarks at all times.
In a similar incident in 2015, a Virginia man filed a $500,000 lawsuit after a recording revealed his doctor saying he wanted to punch the man in the face within five minutes of talking to him during pre-op. The procedure was a routine colonoscopy.
The practice was ultimately ordered to pay $500,000 in damages for the incident.
Sources: Fox 26 Houston, ABC 7 Chicago / Photo credit: Fox 26 Houston


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First of all, you may want to re-read the the preface post. I recently edited it, adding a specialisation for 1-element array, to contain just the element
first, and not the (empty) structure
Because I spotted that without the specialisation, the size of the structure was off by some bytes (depending on the alignment). This is because even an empty struct can never be 0-sized. Avoiding the empty struct altogether was the only way to have the smallest value for
sizeof(VecImpl<T, X>) to be reported.
Back to
VecImpl, let's see how we can assign values to the elements:
VecImpl<int, 5> q; q.first = 0; q.rest.first = 1; q.rest.rest.first = 2; q.rest.rest.rest.first = 3; q.rest.rest.rest.rest.first = 4;
This is quite inconvenient.
We would like to have a nice initialization with, say, a constructor.
By exploiting recursive definition of our structure, we can provide a (recursive) constructor to it.
The easiest one is for the 1-element array:
template <typename T> struct VecImpl<T, 1> { T first; VecImpl(T f) : first(f) {} };
For the recursive structure, we can use a recursive variadic-templated constructor
template <typename T, int N> struct VecImpl { // ... template <typename ...Ts> VecImpl(T f, Ts ...r) : first(f), rest(r...) {} };
Easy, isn't it?
And here's the usage:
VecImpl<int, 5> q(0, 1, 2, 3, 4);
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I remember a couple years ago when I thought Minecraft was a fad that would eventually die out. Man, I was horribly wrong about that, and since then I've purchased the game around 3 times on different platforms.
Because I know I'm not alone in my love for the game, I'm sharing this Nukazooka video with you that reimagines the game in real life. I'm also sharing it because it's pretty amazing (minus the zombie makeup...that could've been better).


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Carol and Pete Dazzio; Cynthia and John Graves; and Lloyd D. Plaisance, Sr.
We are so grateful for their kind support! Please keep them and their families and friends in your prayers. And please continue to pray for the success of our documentary, Living Mercy, which premieres locally (Baton Rouge, LA) on Divine Mercy Sunday (April 15) at 2:30 PM on Catholiclife Television!


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Test Your Pop Skills
Avril Lavigne
Complete the Song Titles:
2. Boi
Complete the Song Titles:
2. Boi
3. Things I'll Say
4. Nobody's
5. I'm With
6. My Ending
7. Losing
8. I Always Get
9. To Pieces
10. To Ask
Avril Trivia:
11. Avril was born in Napanee, in 1984.
11. Avril was born in Napanee, in 1984.
12. Her debut album was called...
Let Me In
Let Me Out
Let's Go
Let Go
13. Avril is often described as a...
new romantic
skater punk
rock 'n' roller
blues merchant
14. Avril's second album was called .
15. Avril was signed to Arista Records by...
Alberto "NYC" Reid
Antonio "LA" Reid
Enrique "Alabama" Reid
Orlando "Chicago" Reid
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In the LRB Archive:
Anglo-Saxon Aptitudes · 17 November 1983
- The Anglo-Saxons edited by James Campbell
- Anglo-Saxon Art: A New Perspective by C.R. Dodwell
- Anglo-Saxon Poetry edited by S.A.J. Bradley
- The Anglo-Saxon World edited by Kevin Crossley-Holland
- The Anglo-Saxon Chronicles: The Authentic Voices of England, from the Times of Julius Caesar to the Coronation of Henry II by Anne Savage
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Pan African Vision for the Environment (PAVE)
"The Pan African Vision for the environment (PAVE) is an independent, not- for profit organisation whose headquarters is located in Lagos, Nigeria. Established in 1998 and registered with the Nigerian National Commission for UNESCO under the auspices of the Federal Ministry of Education. Since then it has operated with considerable measure of success as a unique NGO, putting into place demand responsible approaches for the execution of its programmes. As a learning and training organisation, PAVE blends a diverse range of expertise in social, health, engineering, management and information fields for professional service delivery, in collaboration with local, regional and international sector institutions. KEY FUNCTIONS AND ISSUES - Support water and sanitation policy development affecting service access for the poor. - Promotes innovative approaches to water and sanitation sector development. - Disseminates information relating to the sector. - Conducts training programmes aimed at equipping the sector professionals with practical and innovative approaches to programme implementation and learns from practical application. - Promotes the establishment of strong partnerships for coordinated sector development. - Promotes Gender and equity, particularly the participation of women in water issues - Promotes the development and use of GIS in the water and sanitation sector. - Entrepreneurial management of water and sanitation services. - Involved in Integrated Water Resources Management - Promotes Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene Education in schools. - Involved in water, sanitation, and hygiene in disaster and emergency situations. The focus of PAVE activities in the sector is in four main areas namely: - Training programmes [scheduled and on-site customized (tailored) courses] we also organize foreign training programmes including study and technical tours in America, Europe, Asia, etc. - Networking and information services - Applied research and community development. - Advocacy, Advisory and Consultancy Services."
Mission Statement
"PAVE is committed to improving the living conditions of the people in Nigeria and Africa in general particularly the poor, through networking, information dissemination, training, applied research and community development in water and sanitation, using innovative participatory and gender sensitive approaches."


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Narragansett, RI 02882
Newport county encompasses some of the best of Rhode Island, and those who don't live there try to go there as often as possible. There is much history in this diversely oceanfront area. Words fail to capture the quality and quantity of churches, mills, homes, mansions, cobblestone streets, and other pieces of colonial charm this region maintains. Newport county is home to Salve Regina University, and the U.S. Naval War College. While the county is known for its academic pursuits and thriving naval companies, the area also enjoys a reputation as a summer colony where people from all over the world come to experience its rare beauty. Newport also happens to be a warm and safe community with vast resources for modern living and recreation. The area is graced with all different aspects of ocean character set against the perennial grandeur of the Gilded Age: the bustling fishing ports, the unspoiled sea shores, and even farmlands by the sea.
88 Washington Street
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Whether you are moving to a new place with your pet rabbit or adopting your first rabbit, you will need to find a skilled rabbit veterinarian. You might have a wonderful dog or cat vet, but small mammals are considered "exotics" in the veterinary world, and not every companion animal vet has the experience and knowledge to treat them.
So how do you go about finding a vet for your rabbit? PetravelR™ can recommend some places to start your search:
In 2008, the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) granted provisional recognition to the American Board of Veterinary Practitioners (ABVP) new Exotic Companion Mammal (ECM) Specialty. To become a certified diplomate in Exotic Companion Mammal Practice, veterinarians must have at least 6 years of full-time, high-quality practice experience with exotic mammals and be able to document a commitment to high-level continuing education. They also must be able to communicate professionally and scientifically by following instructions and preparing written case reports. To pass the comprehensive examination, candidates often spend an average of one hour per day studying, reading textbook and journal articles, and taking courses and practice tests. You can search for an ABVP-ECM diplomate by location here.
However, because the Recognized Veterinary Specialty (RVS) in exotic mammals is so new, numerous wonderful, experienced rabbit vets – many of whom have been providing excellent care to pet rabbits for years – are not ABVP-ECM diplomates (according the the AVMA, as of this writing there are only 22 diplomates). But, fear not, because there are other resources to help you find a good rabbit vet. House Rabbit Society (HRS) has a list of veterinarians that their members have used and recommended (note: this does not imply any endorsement by HRS), arranged by U.S. state and Canadian province, and also a few foreign locations. You can also consult the Association of Exotic Mammal Veterinarians (AEMV) website for a listing of member vets.
If you are moving, ask your current rabbit vet if he or she can recommend a veterinarian your new location. And if you are adopting a rabbit, your local rabbit rescue group or foster family can probably recommend at least one experienced rabbit veterinarian.
House Rabbit Society suggests conducting some intensive research to find a good rabbit vet:
- Begin by searching online for veterinarians who advertise as "exotic" and ones that do not;
- Randomly select 5 of the veterinarians who do NOT advertise as avian or exotic;
- Phone these veterinarians and ask who they refer their clients to if they have a serious rabbit case. If all 5 veterinarians give you the name of the same veterinarian, ok. If not, then randomly select another 5 veterinarians and continue the process until you have a clear "winner";
- Telephone the veterinarian's office. Tell the receptionist that you want to find the very best veterinarian to care for your rabbit and that you would like to speak directly to the doctor at his/her convenience. Leave all your contact phone numbers, as well as specific times that the veterinarian can most easily reach you (or ask what would be a good time for you to call back).
When you speak with the veterinarian, ask him or her these questions:
- How many rabbits are seen at the clinic each week? What percent of the rabbits you see are indoor companions? Outdoor pets? Show/stock animals? Don't assume that just because a veterinarian works with breeders or local 4-H clubs, that he or she is experienced with house rabbits or the medical needs of older rabbits.
- How many rabbits are spayed or neutered each week (or month, depending on the size of the practice and number of veterinarians)?
- What types of surgery, if any, have you performed on rabbits? What is your success rate? If a rabbit needs to be sedated or anesthetized for a procedure, what anesthetic do you use?
- Should food be removed from a rabbit the night before surgery? (Answer: "No." Rabbits should never be fasted because it can cause GI stasis.)
- What's the best way to prevent GI stasis? (Answer: "Free-feed your rabbit hay, preferably 24 hours a day. Provide daily exercise and brush frequently.") Follow up question: What diagnostic tools and treatments do you normally use for GI slowdowns? What is your success rate?
- When treating infections, what diagnostic tools do you use to determine which medication to prescribe?
- Which antibiotics do you prescribe for rabbits? Any competent rabbit vet knows which antibiotics are dangerous for rabbits, and which can be safely used as an injectable but can be deadly if administered orally. Even one dose of amoxicillin, lincomycin, clindamycin, or most of the "cillin" drugs can be fatal to a rabbit.
- You might also ask which conferences they've attended lately with presentations on rabbit medicine and what journals they read.
For more information, see HRS: How to Find a Good Rabbit Veterinarian by Kathleen Wilsbach and Sandi Ackerman and Choosing a Rabbit Veterinarian, excerpted from Rabbit Health in the 21st Century (Second Edition) © 2003 by Kathy Smith, at lagomorphs.com.
Remember: Don't choose a veterinarian based on how "convenient" the location or office hours are for you. Rabbit medicine is a specialty, so you may have to drive further or re-arrange your schedule to get your rabbit the best veterinary care.
The article has been approved by the PetravelR™ SpokesBunny Nora!
Sources: Association of Exotic Mammal Veterinarians; American Board of Veterinary Practitioners; House Rabbit Society; lagomorphs.com


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Choosing ideas and designs for a backyard-landscaping project should not be a chore, but rather a fun step in the process of your backyard makeover. To make it easier and hopefully to inspire you in the process, Team Keane has compiled a list of some of our favorite backyard landscaping ideas for summer.
The entryway to a backyard should welcome your visitors, not scare them away. Old, rusty fences and dirty mud paths ruin any chance of a good first impression. In this photo, a flowery arbor creates a beautiful entryway to a yard.
This photo shows an elegant arbor, creating a nice little area to read outdoors or enjoy some one-on-one time with a friend or a loved one. You will never want to leave your new secret hideout.
A small creek, pond, fountain, or reflection pool is a great addition to any backyard. Running water provides relaxing background noise, and reflection pools are a great way to add extra seating to your yard in a unique way.
An adorable sectioned vegetable garden knocks off at least three positives. 1. Growing vegetables is a fun, healthy hobby. 2. Food always tastes better when you've grown it yourself. And 3. It adds to the aesthetic appeal of your backyard.
Fences around the backyard are perfect for increasing your privacy and keeping your children and pets safe while they enjoy the endless Texan summer. Keane Landscaping's custom-built fences look wonderful wrapped around any backyard.
What are your favorite backyard landscaping ideas? What would you add to this list?
If you're interested in learning more about how Keane Landscaping can transform your backyard into your own personal paradise, contact us today.


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Alchemy Fine Events & Invitations
Fotografado por Jasmine Star, este casamento está repleto de detalhes e ideias muito interessantes. Mais aqui.
This wedding by Jasmine Star is full of little details and great ideas. More here.
Credits Jasmine Star
Branco Prata is a Portugal based event/wedding company! We do stationery & paper goods, photography, styling & flowers. Hotspot is our notebook, where we post, on a daily basis, the things we find more inspiring and specially the work we do! Welcome!!


text: Volunteers needed to restore the forest at Golden Gardens Park. Next work party is April 15 from 9-12 am. We will be enhancing the forest by pulling invasive plants such as ivy and blackberry. Tools, gloves, and training are provided. Meet at restroom near parking lot for dog park. For info email Doug at: firstname.lastname@example.com or call at (206) 794-4520


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Courses, coaching and consultancy
for transformational change.
For businesses who want to thrive through sustainability.
For public sector teams and NGO's who want to boost environmental action.
For institutions who want fresh approaches to learning for sustainability.
For individuals seeking support as sustainability leaders, facilitators and therapists.
I gained a massive amount of insight both personally and professionally. I was profoundly moved by the process. I came away refreshed and inspired.
Dave is an exceptional practitioner, teacher and thinker. We worked together for three years; if the right project came along, I'd have no hesitation in asking Dave to work with me.
[The course] played a subtle but powerful part in deepening my commitment to a life of working for positive change. It opened windows in my thinking, and reinvigorated trust in working with intuition and metaphor that have since shaped my working path.
Dave is a very gifted facilitator who is able to connect people from all walks of life and to create a safe environment in which learning, practice and storytelling can happen for everyone. I came away from this course feeling enriched and with a new sense of direction for my own life and work path.
The course has brought me a deeper awareness and ability to listen. This in turn has enabled me to understand the broader impacts of the business and provided me with the skills to find different responses and action, rather than merely repeating past actions.
Dave has given me the confidence and capability to set and lead my global organisation's climate strategy.
I am literally in a different physical and psychological space as a result of my involvement and have also established some very good (in the real sense) new friends, some of whom I see regularly and the rest I know are there should I need them.
A considerate, generous, and passionate coach – I am thankful to have had the opportunity to collaborate with David!
The course experience was truly incredible, and I was taken by surprise at the level of intensity and personal response to what I thought would be a challenging week, but not to the degree that occurred.
It feels like I'm in the process of enlarging my heart. And it's kind of painful, but also joyous and also really crucial.
Dave co-taught (with Mary-Jayne Rust) a 3-week course on Ecopsychology at Schumacher College. The course was well planned and thought through, and the group gave very positive feedback of what they learned and how the process was facilitated. Dave is extremely organised and a good planner, as well as being a committed and inspiring teacher.
Dave co-created our Natural Change process for engaging with the natural world. He has run this exercise for us twice with a diverse group of people over an extened period. The results have been inspiring and Dave has been great to work with.
Dave is an inspirational, calm and creative facilitator allowing all participants to feel comfortable and able to connect with the wonders of nature.
Dave has worked with me and my team for the past few years on team dynamics, programme design, and personal coaching. He is an extraordinary trainer, though that word is a dis-service here, his wealth of experience in the broad fields of outdoor education and facilitated wild experiences is un-paralleled. His attention to detail, subject knowledge, and impeccable research means all learning experiences with him are enlightening, thought provoking, and deeply practical.
[The course] has given me permission to silence the white noise. It has helped me to sift out what matters. It's pretty subtle. It's liberating.
Dave is an outstanding facilitator with a fantastically engaging and inclusive style, great humour, insightful with deep rapport building abilities.
The course has acted as a catalyst for all kinds of ideas and actions, both personal, professional and as a group. I think the phrase might be "watch this space"!
Dave's deft touch can be found as traces of invisible thread through many of Eden Project's experiential learning programmes. He is a gentle and artful consultant that will help you make the most of the resources you have to hand; be it people, places, kit, knowledge, or time. He is equally capable of directing you, unblocking your problems, or simply guiding you towards the right solution for your programme needs.
A newness has been thrown into the now, that will affect almost everything from this point. I find that a little bit exciting. We may be in uncharted water but that doesn't mean we're going down. Who knows where we could go…
Hold your nose and dive in at the deep end – [the course] will take you to places you haven't imagined, good and bad, and will be truly formative as an investment of your time and energy.
Approaching the beach from the cliff top I had a feeling something profound was going to take place. And when I met Dave it started happening. In just 36 hours I had the best reset I could have imagined and 36-months later I am still enjoying its effects. If you're reading this and wondering if it's right for you, just get in touch with Dave and see where life takes you. It helped me and I loved it.
In learning that the wilderness can be such a powerful source of intense natural healing, I have a new and profound respect for the earth and our complex relationship with it. I now know that this is a new beginning.
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Just as the AAFP and the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) were updating their 2003 guidelines for prevention of skin cancer earlier this month -- issuing final recommendations(www.uspreventiveservicestaskforce.org) to counsel fair-skinned individuals between the ages of 10 and 24 years about minimizing their exposure to ultraviolet (UV) radiation -- data published in Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report (MMWR) indicate that the message may be needed now more than ever.
A data analysis on the use of indoor tanning devices(www.cdc.gov) published May 11 in MMWR says "the highest rates of indoor tanning were found among young women, particularly white women aged 18-25 years," with nearly 58 percent of that group reporting that they had tanned indoors 10 or more times in the past year. Among all white adult women who reported tanning indoors, the average number of sessions per year was 20.3. That number jumped to nearly 28 sessions per year in women ages 18-21.
"UV radiation levels from indoor tanning devices far exceed those from sunlight," said the report's authors. "The high frequency of use among indoor tanners is of great concern given these high levels of UV radiation and the elevated risk for skin cancer with increasing numbers of sessions."
According to a CDC press release(www.cdc.gov), young adults continue to increase their risk for developing skin cancer, despite data that suggest overexposure to UV light causes cancer.
Family physicians in particular can help these younger patients, according to the clinical summary for the new USPSTF recommendations(www.uspreventiveservicestaskforce.org). The summary suggests that behavioral counseling in a primary care setting that emphasizes cancer prevention or appearance-focused messages, such as stressing the aging effect of UV radiation on the skin, can reduce UV exposure, including indoor tanning, among people ages 10-24 years.
"In young women, the most likely group to indoor-tan, appearance-focused behavioral interventions reduced indoor tanning behavior by up to 35 percent," the authors said. "Given the high prevalence of indoor tanning among young adult women, an increased focus should be placed on this population to prevent melanoma from increasing significantly as this generation ages."
Any potential benefit of such counseling for older patients is less clear, however, leading the USPSTF and the AAFP to state in their May 8 prevention recommendations that current evidence is "insufficient to assess the balance of benefits and harms of counseling adults older than age 24 years about minimizing risks to prevent skin cancer."
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With the aim to come back and fight for contention in Transcontinental 2016, I needed a bike that would be right for the job. It is with great pleasure that I can announce I have partnered with the new and innovative brand Fairlight Cycles to be a brand ambassador and race their bike in Transcontinental 2016. Fairlight cycles brand is about 'Fit, Function and Form'. Find out more about the brand here; www.fairlightcycles.com
Swift Cycles, near Liverpool Street London, will be looking after me for bicycle maintenance and all things bike. Further they have helped with bike fitting on their Reutal jig, bike fitting is at the core of Swift Cycles. www.swiftcycles.com
I am really excited by the Fairlight brand and the bikes they are going to be producing. As I get to know the bike better I aim to bring you more information of the design and details of the bike. I am the first person to get one!
Fairlight Cycles bicycles have been UK designed from the ground up, with a proprietary carbon disc fork and frame made from custom Reynolds 853 tubing. I will be running Shimano Ultegra Di2 with hydraulic discs.


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7 Of The Best Reef Salt For Your Aquarium: A Review Of Each Product
Choosing the right sodium chloride mix for your fish tank can be as confusing as setting it up, especially if you are new to it.
But, the truth is it is not as complicated as everyone presumes. What you have to do is to research which you should get to have a perfect aquarium.
Fortunately, we have put up the reviews of the products for the best reef salt. That way, you will be guided to the right path in selecting the salt that is ideal for your setup.
Best Reef Salt for Your Fish Tank
Our Rating
#1 Fritz PRO R.P.M. Reef Salt Mix 55 lb. Box
Customer Review: 5 out of 5 stars
Unique Features of the Product:
The Fritz PRO Reef Salt is a certified marine salt mix for fish only or reef systems. It contains the beneficial minor, major, and other elements. Plus, it is phosphate, nitrate, and ammonia free. It has newly improved buffer levels.
Then, it can reach to its stable pH just a few moments after combining it with the water. It can even enhance the levels of calcium, potassium, and magnesium.
- I have been using this reef salt for two years now, and I can say that this is efficient.
- In fact, it can mix so easily.
- Plus, the parameters of this salt are spot on. You can create this in smaller batches, and you can test it more frequently.
- I have also noticed how my corals grew and developed after a few times of using this product.
- It is quite a sturdy product. That's why you cannot mix it in systems with livestock.
#2 Red Sea Fish Phram ARE 11236 Coral Pro Marine Salt for Aquarium
Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars
Unique Features of the Product:
The Coral Pro Salt is an excellent salt mix for reef tanks. It encouraged increased healthy development and improved the vitality of your corals.
It provides minor, major, and other elements that corals require from the surrounding water. Also, it has magnesium, carbonates, and calcium to make the corals grow efficiently. Can make 200 gallons of seawater.
- The Coral Pro Marine dissolves in the water quickly.
- Also, it has a consistent chemical component.
- Then, it comes with the ideal elements for coral growth and development.
- The 200- gallon package is not working for me. Moving from one place to another is bulky.
#3 Instant Ocean Sea Salt
Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars
Unique Features of the Product:
It is one of the top choices of public aquariums, hobbyists, and other facilities. It is a fast-dissolving product. Also, it promises that it is phosphate and nitrate free. Plus, it comes with all of the vital major and minor elements essential for your aquarium. Then, it can make a total of 200 gallons.
- It is the same product you can see in your local pet shops. However, this one is cheaper.
- It has an excellent formulation with its minor and major traces.
- Then, it comes with the right salinity for your tank.
- Although it claims of its new formula, it is still the same regular salt.
#4 Aquaforest Reef Salt 25 kg
Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars
Unique Features of the Product:
The Aquaforest Reef Salt has a design for fish tanks with more demanding LPS and SPS corals. What you have to know is that this salt does not have growth media and probiotic bacteria.
Then, it is nitrate and phosphate free. It also creates around 200 gallons of seawater.
- It is one of my top reef salts because it contains the ideal additives.
- Also, the Aquaforest Reef Salt is consistent, and it comes with the right parameters.
- What I love about this product is that the crystals dissolve in just 5 to 10 minutes.
- It does not indicate that it is also ammonia free unlike other products on the market today.
#5 Red Sea Fish Pharm ARE 11230 Coral Pro Marine Salt for Aquarium 175-Gallon
Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars
Unique Features of the Product:
The Coral Pro Salt in 175-gallon is perfect as a salt mix for your reef aquarium. It builds the skeletons of corals fast enough because of its minor, major, and other elements.
Also, it has the right amount of calcium, carbonates, and magnesium. It is a version available in 175 gallons.
- I use this reef salt for my aquariums on a regular basis. So, I know that it works well.
- The salt dissolves well without any components settling at the bottom of the tank.
- Moreover, my fishes and corals seem to do well when I mixed this salt in my tank water.
- The salt may be excellent. However, it came with a broken bucket, which is quite disappointing for me.
#6 Aquaforest Probiotic Reef Salt in 5 Kg
Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars
Unique Features of the Product:
The Aquaforest Probiotic Reef Salt is a synthetic salt made for coral cultures such as SPS. Its formula can improve the conditions for marine creatures. Also, it is nitrate and phosphate free. And it can create a total of 30 gallons of seawater.
- What I like the most about this salt is that it dissolves in water apparently.
- Then, my SPS corals seem to do well with this product.
- The bucket has a card that can check out the alk, mag, cal, etc.
- I do not see any particular component of this product. Also, it does not indicate that it is ammonia free.
#7 Instant Ocean Reef Crystals Reef Salt
Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars
Unique Features of the Product:
The Reef Crystals Reef Salt comes with an additional calcium. So, it facilitates the growth of corals and even coralline algae. Also, it has extra elements to make sure of its fast growth. Its metal detoxifier makes sure that it neutralizes heavy metal in water.
- All of my different types of corals seem to survive well with this product.
- Also, it dissolves real quick at room temperature.
- So far, I do not have any major troubles using the Reef Crystals Reef Salt.
- For me, in the last batch of my purchase, I found the alkalinity quite off. But, I've learned that the batches have inconsistent components.
Adding Salt to a Freshwater Fish Tank
It is not necessary to put salt in a freshwater aquarium. But, a lot of hobbyists and aquarists use this method to place electrolytes in the reservoir water. What you have to remember is that it reduces both parasite and stress in the water.
The standard aquarium salt is not similar to the commercial ones used to transform freshwater to saltwater or brackish water.
Fish tank salt is just sodium chloride. But, it does not have traces of elements including iodine and calcium found in sea water. Plus, it does not come with minerals.
When you add little portions of the salt, you also treat any imbalance, stress, or disruption in the exchange of minerals and salts between the environment and the fish.
Moreover, when put in stressful circumstances like diseases, transport, and injury, it can lead to stress. But, if you utilize it correctly, the reef salt can boost oxygen and blood flow via the gills of the fish. So, it helps them to heal and relax.
When you use it in high concentrations for a short duration as a bath or dip, the aquarium salt can help you create a protective covering on the body of the fish.
So, it helps prevent the attachment of parasites like Protozoa that may already exist on the aquatic life.
While the tank salt does have some advantages, it is not a necessity to add them. Once you introduce it in the aquarium, salt may not evaporate in the air.
But, you can get rid of it when you change the water. Also, the inverts, plants, and other species will be affected if the concentration starts to rise.
Utilizing Artificial Seawater
Now, let us talk about some of the formulated mixes to make seawater for fish tanks. Seawater is not just something salty. But, it also contains a right combination of elements.
All of them are present in artificial seawater. When you use a commercial salt, you make water for the tank that in different ways superior to just natural seawater.
Also, it even has buffers to aid in the maintenance of pH, calcium, and other traces. It also maintains clams, corals, and reef invertebrates.
When you make saltwater for your tank, it all starts with choosing the supply of pure water.
Numerous aquarists select to utilize RODI units that mix deionization and reverse osmosis to get rid of impurities and other unnecessary components from tap water. You also need some research when you select the salt mix to look for the best to suit you.
Not all of the salt are equal in the aquarium environment. Different brands of salt mixes may vary from natural seawater because of the primary ions like chloride, sodium, magnesium, and sulfate. They may also contain other traces of elements.
A lot of people are still having their dilemmas when it comes to choosing the right reef salt. But, for the best salt, what you have to purchase is the Fritz PRO R.P.M. Reef Salt Mix.
What I've learned with this product is that it comes with the enhanced formulation. In fact, all of the elements, including minor and major ones are present in the salt. That way, it can last longer, and the balance in the water remains constant
So, for a highly-tested and honed product, hobbyist, aquarists, and most especially the newbies have to select this salt.
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Skinner finishes No. 1 Smiths Station's win over Auburn
AUBURN, Ala. -- With one out and the bases loaded in the final frame on Tuesday night, Smiths Station pitcher Marc Skinner was trying to finish a gem, despite the best efforts of a pesky Auburn High team.
Panthers coach Clinton Britton trotted out to the mound, said a few words to his pitcher and headed back to the dugout. Skinner proceeded to throw six strikes in seven pitches to close out the Tigers for an 8-1 win on the road.
"I guess I was a little hyped," said Skinner, who got the win in a complete game, striking out 12 Tigers. "He told me to calm down and not worry about the runners."
The win was the first in the area for No. 1 Smiths Station (18-4, 1-0), getting the most important part of its schedule started well. It was also the Panthers first at Auburn since 2005, according to Britton. The two teams will play a doubleheader to finish a three-game series on Wednesday at Smiths Station.
Skinner's efforts on the mound were greatly assisted by an offensive outburst that began in the second inning for Smiths Station.
With one out in the inning, Ty Galliher reached on an error, followed by singles from Caleb Lynn and Chance Osborne to score the first run. With two on and one out, Tyler Lynn got a hold of a pitch, sending it over the outfield wall for a three-run home run, giving Smiths Station an early 4-0 lead.
"When Tyler hit the three-run home run, it took a lot
of the pressure off," Britton said. "Auburn is a team that can put a lot of pressure on you."
After a scoreless third, the Panthers tacked on three more in the fourth. Osborne reached base on a fielder's choice, then proceeded to steal second and third base. An errant throw from the Tigers catcher on the steal of third brought Osborne across the plate. Two batters later, Skinner started some two-out magic with a single to center. Dylan Tomlin drove him in with a double, followed by an RBI double from Ulysses Fluellen.
Smiths Station scored one more in the fifth to give itself an 8-0 lead, which was more than enough offense for Skinner.
Lynn was 1 for 4 with his three-run home run. Tomlin was 2 for 4 with an RBI and Fluellen was 1 for 3 with an RBI.
"We hit all the way through the lineup tonight," Britton said. "All our hitters have the capability of putting together good ballgames, and they did it tonight."
Skinner allowed just a single run in the fifth and ran into minor trouble in the seventh.
The rest of the time, he was nothing short of dominant in picking up the win, his fourth of the season.
"He pitched a great game," Britton said. "He threw strikes and had command of three different pitches."
Skinner said the fact the team had gone winless in Auburn for awhile was extra motivation for the game.
"Auburn is a tough team to beat," he said.
"It was important to jump on them and get ahead in the area."
David Mitchell, 706-571-8571; Follow David on Twitter @leprepsports.
Tuesday at Auburn
Smiths 040 310 0--7 9 2
Auburn 000 010 0--1 5 2
WP--Marc Skinner. LP--Zach Pope. Hitting leaders--Smiths Station, Tyler Lynn 1-4, 3-R HR, Dylan Tomlin 2-4, 2B, RBI, Ulysses Fluellen 1-3, 2B, RBI. Records--Smiths Station, 18-4, 1-0 Class 6A Area 5; Auburn 8-13, 0-1. Next--Smiths Station vs. Auburn on Wednesday (DH, 5 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.).


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Is Pet "Ownership" a Basic Human Right or a Privilege?
If you haven't read part 1 of, is Pet "Ownership" a Right or Privilege, now would be a good time to do so.
For all of us that makeup Fun Paw Care this is a rhetorical question because it is so obvious that being a pet parent is a privilege, but for others, this is not so obvious. Being a pet parent or guardian is a privilege, not a right. While I agree about the symbiosis between pets and humans and the fact that most people benefit greatly from animals (not just companion animals) and nature as stated by the International Association of Humane-Animal Interaction Organizations (IAHAIO), it is another situation entirely to take care of an animal in a responsible, reliable, compassionate, humane and intelligent way.
The (IAHAIO) is an umbrella of national associations and related organizations interested in advancing the understanding and appreciation of human-nonhuman animal (hereafter animal) interaction. They recently devised a set of proclamations including "it is a universal, natural and basic human right to benefit from the presence of animals." The affirmation of this general principle has left a lot of a grey area as to where the line is drawn from right verses a privilege. While I agree entirely that humans benefit greatly from interacting with animals and nature, I do not go as far to state that it is a right of all humans to benefit from the presence of animals. The IAHAIO's statement leads to the logical conclusion that interaction between animals is a right.
Plodding through the landscape of rhetorical jargon and intellectual debates of what the differences are between a right and a privilege, can give you agita. Ponder these thoughts that I think we can all agree upon: a right is something all humans are born with, such as the right to breathe, live, think, drink, eat and so on. The word "right", connotes legality and contractual law which IMHO does not fit well with living sentient beings. Rights are more in the jurisdiction of legalese jargon, whereas privilege occupies the domain of something earned and achieved. The Canine Good Citizen test (CGC,) which I am an evaluator for, encapsulates this ideology and tests the parent's level of competence, responsibility and care as much as the pet's ability. This is a privilege, not a right. Not everyone will pass or earn the CGC title. It takes responsibility, dedication, discipline, work, education and drive of both the pet parent and the dog.
In addition, a privilege is something that is earned or been awarded. We may lose our privileges much easier than we can lose our rights. Privileges can be taken away for a variety of things, such as failure to honor an agreement (like the CGC) or driving drunk, failure to follow directions, taking unfair advantage of opportunities and failure to renew fees and dues. There are far fewer circumstances that cause the loss of rights than the loss of privileges. If being a pet parent is truly a privilege, what are the universal metrics for earning that privilege going to be and who will enforce them?
To elaborate further with other analogies, there is no "right" to drive, or "right" to carry a concealed weapon/hand gun without the caveat that you must become sufficiently knowledgeable and tested on your skills, proper care, and usage before earning that responsibility. There is not even a "right" to get married or to procreate in some countries. In China, you are limited to the number of children you may have, and in some states, in the United States and many other countries, same sex couples may not legally get married. Handguns and drivers licenses are both examples of the need to establish a minimum knowledge of an inanimate object before earning the privilege of using them. If used incorrectly, they both could kill you and others.
Obviously, a dog or cat is far from an inanimate object or owned, but no difference in respect of the danger that a dog poses to the general public if they or their parent is uneducated. A guardian must take on a great responsibility by being a pet parent and that responsibility and privilege should be regulated. By that standard, being a pet parent deserves a greater reason to have licensing for people to earn that privilege. Taking care of your pet, sustaining mental, emotional, and physical health and the safety of all who come into contact with your pet are all vital aspects to prove you are sufficiently knowledgeable before you can be a guardian for another's life. I would like to jettison the idea that a pet is a right. The axiom that your pet is not an inanimate object, but another living, breathing, sentient being and life form must be honored, respected and appreciated. We can honor that life form by bestowing the basic privilege status upon being granted this great responsibility. Any abdication of that responsibility, unintelligent misuse, mismanagement or abuse, could endanger lives. I contend that there are deleterious outcomes because pet parenthood is a fundamental human right and not a privilege. Perhaps putting the cart before the horse, a more accurate and astute debate would be to first tackle the phrase and legal meaning of pet ownership before moving on to rights and privileges. We believe the answer couldn't be any more lucid.
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Whenever I remember this design brand, the first thing running through my mind is "so different" and if I have to add any more to that, it would definitely be a round of applause!
Onwuchekwa_bcd needs no introduction; with it's signature styles embodying a mix of bold patterns, symmetry, prints, leather, zips, interesting combination of fabrics (you just name it) yet, finished with delicate, fine detailing, taking the average man and woman from just 'looking good' to 'stylishly, looking good', with a dose of fresh it is just that evident that the moment an Onwuchekwa piece is spotted, it can't be missed.
"They say the apple does not fall far from the tree" and these words couldn't be truer because the creative mind behind the brand itself – Mr Chikezie Daniel Onwuchekwa, is no conformist. His pieces have been seen on the likes of celebrities and public figures such as JideOfSt'ola, Denrele Edun, Stan Nze, to mention a few and yes, Onwuchekwa is based in Abuja and made in Nigeria.
Without further ado, let's now chat with the Creative Director and better understand the Onwuchekwa brand, shall we?
You're welcome!
Thank you so much for having me.
So first of all, what inspired the name 'Onwuchekwa" and what does it mean?
Actually ONWUCHEKWA is my surname and means "Death should wait ". I wanted my brand name to not only be unique but also sound unique, and also be a declaration of something positive.
You feature quite an interesting variance of 'mix and matches', bold patterns, prints, symmetry, colors, and a whole lot of beautiful bold designs. What inspires the 'Onwuchekwa look/style'?
To understand the Onwuchekwa style, you need to know who the Onwuchekwa man/woman is and what they are about. They are bold, fearless, and sometimes very relaxed and completely unafraid to turn heads, hence the brands aesthetic with mix and match of bright and subtle colours, fun prints and interesting intarsia details.
Do you have any collection/piece you're most invested in, emotionally?
I love all the pieces I have designed, the ones I have to embellish later are the ones I would say I'm invested in emotionally.
Which local and/or international designers are you inspired by (if any)?
I love Bridget Awoshika, Wanger Ayu (I think the Wanger Ayu woman is a mixture of beauty and brains which makes her every piece unique). I Love Balmain, I'm always thrilled by the intricate detailing of most of their pieces.
Let's talk a little on design in the Nigerian Fashion industry. Being a credible part of this industry, would you agree that there is indeed a tough yet salient competition existing and how healthy or unhealthy is it?
Just like every industry the fashion industry is no different; it has its ups and downs. As for competition I'm only in a competition with myself, my previous work must show growth and better choices.
In terms of business and publicity, what mediums would you say works best for design brands; social media presence, location or referrals and what has worked best for Onwuchekwa?
Word of mouth, a client with a satisfied service will call again. Social media is also very good but it's not the ultimate; because at the end of the day in fashion seeing is actually believing.
From the brands conception till now, would you say Onwuchekwa is still on the initial path you envisioned for it, or is growing and building up on a different lane?
I would like to say I'm am still very much in my lane and plans to make the necessary steps towards growth have begun.
Onwuchekwa turned 2 years old on the 29thof May, absolutely lovely! How would you describe the journey so far?
It's been an amazing journey to self discovery, there's been a lot of pain, sleepless night, but with God on my side It's been nothing but a learning experience, and I'm looking forward to the next year's of my career in Fashion.
Longevity in mind, would you say your design pattern and signatures currently are likely to be a staple style for the brand?
Absolutely, one of the things I'm most proud about is that people can tell an ONWUCHEKWA piece from something as little as the cut. I've had clients tell me that someone actually walked up to me and said "you're wearing ONWUCHEKWA right? So yes the brand aesthetics will remain, but it will get better I promise.
Should we be expecting anything from Onwuchekwa considering you just turned 2 years old on the 29th? (A runway show, giveaway, you know all of that good stuff *wink*).
There would be a giveaway for all our Day 1's and for all those who have gone out of their way to make this journey a walk in the park.
5-10 years ahead of now, what would be a satisfactory picture for your mind when you think about Onwuchekwa?
I'll keep working hard to make certain we get to where we need to be, and by God's grace it will be real soon.
What advice will you give designers/design brands, especially unique brands like yours, which are still growing in our Nigerian fashion community?
My advice will be get an education in fashion no matter how little, intern or work with an established brand, learn the ropes, a dude or dame that knows the ropes isn't likely to get tied up. Don't be afraid to fail, because at least you tried. Keep your creative fire burning by always choosing to see things differently.
Spoken like a true visionary, well here are a few pieces from the brand. Enjoy!
ONWUCHEKWA Galleries
Remember, "Don't be afraid to fail', and do not conform, be you, be bold, be unique!
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Drink More Watters "Movement as Medicine"
The Drink More Watters "Movement as Medicine" platform and initiative will use exercise and healthy lifestyle education to combat chronic disease disparities in Baltimore City. Chronic disease has been listed as a high priority by the Baltimore City Health Department. Studies have shown that exercise can prevent, treat and cure chronic diseases or the disabilities they cause.
For example, exercise has been found to be the most effective treatment for stroke survivors to regain functional ability and lead fully functional and happy lives. Other diseases and complex conditions include but are not limited to: heart disease, diabetes, amputation, Parkinson's disease, cancer, and even drug abuse and mental health disorders.
Currently, there are no resources or fitness facilities that are equipped to work with populations effected by these diseases and rehab programs at medical facilities are limited by insurance. As an exercise rehab specialist with a bachelor's in sports medicine and a master's degree in exercise science, I will create community events that allow everyone in the community to be involved. The larger events will include exercise groups for people disabled by disease to educate them about ways they can be active on their own. The groups may include yoga, boxing, or endurance exercises.
The events will also include exercise groups for seemingly healthy populations with the goal of educating the community about chronic disease prevention and accessing a pre-hypertensive and pre-diabetic community before things get worse. There will be medical professionals on site doing blood pressure and sugar screenings and healthy food vendors from the city will line the perimeter selling nutritious food and educating the community about healthier options. The event will be free for community members with a fee for vendors.
There will be big events that involve the entire community and smaller sessions for specific populations. Some events will be done in classroom settings where we talk about the effects of exercise and eating healthy meals, how to exercise and eat healthy, and where people can go for help. The platform will create spaces for people to talk and share experiences about their disease or condition. Chronic disease often times is just as much a social and mental issue as it is a physical one.
I will also create directories to point people in the directions of resources that currently exist. This platform will teach people how to use exercise and nutrition to take control of their health.


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The Guardian: Abortion 'reversal': the latest sham from anti-choice activists trying to end women's rights
North Carolina pro-abortion activist helps share why "abortion reversal" laws like those introduced in our state last session are so harmful.
For years, the anti-abortion movement has popularized the myth that patients regret their abortion, or are somehow coerced into having the procedure before they are ready. This falsehood forms the foundation for many restrictive laws that states have enacted in recent years, including requirements to make an extra visit to the clinic before the procedure, or wait up to 72 hours after receiving counseling before the abortion can be performed.
The latest tactic to advance this argument is the so-called abortion reversal – an unproven treatment that supposedly counters the effect of mifepristone, the first pill used in the two-drug regimen of medication abortion. "Reversal" advocates claim this therapy can give patients a "second chance" to keep their baby.
Despite the hype, there is no evidence that flooding the body with progesterone – a hormone pregnant patients already have a lot of – increases the chance of continuing the pregnancy. In fact, in the extremely rare case that a patient changes their mind before taking the second pill, watchful waiting and inaction appears to be just as effective as the "reversal" treatment.
The single published report documenting the experience of just six women who underwent this therapy was not done with the oversight of an ethical review committee, which is standard for this kind of research. Yet due to the advocacy efforts of anti-abortion forces, doctors in Arkansas, South Dakota and Utah are required by law to tell patients seeking abortion about this unproven therapy, essentially encouraging them to participate in an unmonitored research project.
Such laws are a troubling intrusion into the doctor-patient relationship, and are gaining traction in conservative state legislatures.
Despite the stories of indecisiveness and regret around abortion that form the cornerstone of anti-abortion rhetoric, evidence from published research indicates that most women are very sure of their decision. A recent study led by researchers at the University of California at San Francisco found that women seeking abortion had high levels of certainty around their decision as measured by a scale that has been used in other healthcare settings. In fact, patients seeking abortion were more certain than those making decisions about reconstructive knee surgery or prostate cancer treatment.
Many abortion patients would recognize themselves in Kelsea McLain, who first realized she was pregnant in 2010. She immediately knew she wanted an abortion. She called a nearby Florida clinic to schedule a medication abortion, which would give her the ability to terminate safely in the privacy of her own home. But she was unemployed, on a fixed income and couldn't afford the $500 cost. Her health insurance wouldn't pay for the abortion.
Afraid to tell her family, McLain looked into other options. On a friend's suggestion, McLain tried taking vitamin C and dong quai root for a week. "I drank a lot of orange juice and it didn't do anything except for make me feel like I was destroying my stomach," she said. She finally turned to family members who helped her pay for the abortion.
When McLain, now 31, became pregnant in 2016, she knew medication abortion was again the right decision for her. "I absolutely knew what I wanted to do both times," said McLain. "There was no hesitation, or even a pause when I was at the clinic both times. I was eager to take my medication
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Valentine's Day is approaching, which means it's the perfect time to utilize one of my newest favorite eyeshadow collections, the Too Faced Chocolate Bon Bons Palette. It's pretty much completely adorable and perfect to use in a romantic Valentine's makeup tutorial.
It's also the perfect time to wear these! Unfortunately my rose colored glasses will not allow you to see the eye makeup, but they're so cute and so much fun I had to show them off.
As a fan of the original Too Faced Chocolate Bar palette, The Too Faced Chocolate Bon Bons palette does not disappoint.
Too Faced Cosmetics is seriously one of my favorite brands these days – not only is their packaging above and beyond anything else, but their product formulas are always on point. In fact, I cannot think of a single Too Faced product that I've not liked.
From the pretty pink packaging, to the cocoa scented eyeshadows, smooth texture and high color payoff this collection of 16 eyeshadows is a sensory delight. Inside you'll find a mix of matte, shimmery and satin eyeshadows.
It's a bit hard to see the names from the photo, so here's a closer look at the 16 colors in the Too Faced Chocolate Bon Bons palette.
Each and every shadow is smooth and easy to blend. They smell so sweet, but please don't lick the shadows! LeI take a closer look at the colors along with some swatches. I love the mix of textures and that the palette includes both a shimmery (Satin Sheets) and a matte highlighter (Divinity) shade.
The possibilities with this palette are endless. I came up with this soft and romantic look that's perfect for Valentine's day.
To create this look, I started off with an eyeshadow primer, which is a fundamental part of every eyeshadow application. I also added a piece of scotch tape alongside my eyes to use as a stencil for both my eyeshadow and eyeliner.
First, I blended Mocha in the crease with the Coastal Scents Pro Fluff Brush.
I used the Bdellium 773 to pat Bordeaux on my inner and outer corners.
I used a blending brush from Pur Cosmetics to blend Bordeaux up higher on my lid.
Then I patted both Totally Fetch and Cotton Candy smack dab in the middle of my lid using a Smashbox brush.
I used the Morphe M200 to apply Earl Grey on the outer corner.
I added Satin Sheets to the inner corner of my lid with the Bdellium 773.
Then finished off the look with Divinity on the browbone with the MAC 213 brush.
The look is complete with NYX Matte Liquid Liner, NYX Slide On Liner in Glitzy Gold and Too Faced Melted Chocolate Lipstick in Chocolate Milkshake. Voila! Perfectly pretty and ready for Valentine's!
My Final Thoughts: Too Faced does it again with the Too Faced Chocolate Bon Bons palette. It's so pretty and a lovely eyeshadow treat!
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Football fans travelling to the World Cup in South Africa this June are being offered the swine flu vaccine.
Previously the vaccine was available in the UK to people in high risk groups - front line staff, pregnant women, those with chronic illnesses and children between the ages of six months and five years.
With the flu season in the Southern Hemisphere about to start again soon, the swine flu vaccine will be available to all travellers to countries in this region.
Sir Liam Donaldson, Chief Medical Officer for England, said: "The next flu season in the Southern Hemisphere will be starting soon and the pandemic flu virus is expected to return.
"Travellers should protect themselves by getting the vaccine well before they travel. Those attending the World Cup in South Africa in June should also take advantage of the protection the vaccine can offer."
Over 450,000 football fans are expected to travel from across the world to South Africa for the month long football tournament during the South African winter. The crowded football stadiums will make it easier for the virus to spread between fans.
As well as protecting fans from infection, vaccination will also reduce the risk of visitors bringing the H1N1 virus back into the UK on their return.
It is now highly likely the pandemic strain of the H1N1 flu virus will be the cause of most of the UK's seasonal flu in the future.
Most of the illness caused by the swine flu virus during the 2009/2010 flu season has been relatively mild. However, the H1N1 virus can cause serious illness and death, especially in people in the high risk groups.
Although the UK flu season is coming to an end, in England 65 people are currently in hospital due to swine flu, with another 14 in intensive care units. To date, 456 deaths have been linked to the swine flu virus.This article was published on Fri 19 March 2010


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Just over a month after releasing Widgetbox's App Accelerator, a shortcut for turning blogs and other Widgetbox widgets into Facebook apps (review), Widgetbox announced an upgrade that enmeshes its apps more completely into Facebook profiles.
According to Widgetbox, creating a functional Flash widget that lives in and operates from the user's profile page was the top developer request. It was mine, too. I wrote that:
"Most Facebook applications launch in a separate window when you click them, taking interaction off the user's profile page (the Facebook-developed Wall is a notable exception). It is therefore tragironic that my Webware blog, whose sole purpose is to make reading headlines instantaneous, never graces my Facebook profile page, and instead is stationed one click in."
Now, however, users have the option of creating new Widgetbox widget-apps in Flash, which means that they'll fully integrate into the profile rather than run in JavaScript on a rerouted page.
To sweeten the deal, Widgetbox has also dangled the golden carrot of customization. Users can now access two areas in the Facebook app-creator to finesse the app's appearance and to craft the profile's story feed and the invitation for friends to join. These dubiously named "viral settings" offer more control over the app's tone, but require a little bit of actual code development, unlike the previous App Accelerator process that required only copying and pasting links. To lighten the burden, Widgetbox lists the syntax and a menu of values for you to emulate when customizing your news feed. Tailoring the feed and invitations' look and feel brings the experience much closer to that of an organic Facebook developer.


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This week Vice President Joe Biden visited Kiev and had this to say about Russia's annexation of Crimea:
"No nation has the right to simply grab land from another nation. No nation has that right. And we will never recognize Russia's illegal occupation of Crimea, and neither will the world."
Perhaps what he meant to add is, "However, when I say, 'no nation has the right to grab land from another nation,' I am of course not including the US or its ally Israel. Such international standards do not apply to us, nor should we be held accountable."
This is why the US is mocked as hypocritical not just by Russia, but even by our closest allies. This is also why we are fighting a so-called "war on terror." The world (and particularly the Muslim world) sees that our words are merely self-serving propaganda, without any real basis in integrity or a concern for justice and human rights.


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While geocaching in Central Park today, I ran across what appeared to be a huge bug hanging onto a tree. Upon closer observation, I noticed it was actually a cicada molt. See an example of the process. Cicadas are interesting. They look like small versions of monsters.
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January 19, 2014, MINNEAPOLIS (ISN) – The No. 9 University of Minnesota men's indoor track & field team won seven titles in its season opener on Saturday at the University of Minnesota Fieldhouse as part of the Northwest Open. Gophers alum and All-American Travis Burkstrand also added an individual title at the meet.
"Overall, we were happy with our performance at today's meet," Minnesota Director of Track & Field and Cross Country Steve Plasencia said. "We see the Northwest Open as kind of a rust buster for our squad – it lets us know where we are at and what we need to work on. So from that standpoint, we had a good meet to start the season."
Reigning Big Ten outdoor pole vault champion Zach Siegmeier started his senior season off with an individual title, picking up the win today in the men's indoor pole vault with a height of 5.12 meters (16-09.50 ft.) while three other competitors with ties to Minnesota finished in the top five. Competing unattached, program alum Jack Szmanda came in second at 4.92 meters (16-01.75 ft.), junior Logan Markuson finished third at 4.92 meters (16-01.75 ft.) and Nick Sgarbossa came in fifth at 4.47 meters (14-08.00 ft.).
The Gophers had similar success in the men's 600 meter final as Bradley Johnson (unattached) paced a group of four runners with ties to the program with a time of 1:20.65. Nate Roese (unattached) finished second at 1:20.96, Rashawn Fountain came in third at 1:21.29, and Trenton Daniels (unattached) finished fourth at 1:22.02.
Additionally, Jeffrey Cottrell and Michael Bolland came in first and second, respectively, in the 800 meter run – pacing a 1-2 finish for Minnesota. Cottrell crossed the finish line at 1:54.00 flat while Bolland came in second at 1:54.94. Freshman Derek Wiebke finished third in the event at 1:55.66, running unattached.
The Gophers also finished 1-2 in the men's one mile run Burkstrand finishing first at 4:09.84 as a member of Team USA Minnesota while sophomore Aaron Bartnik posted a runner-up finish at 4:12.51.
The 4×400 meter relay team of Goaner Deng, Rashawn Fountain, Mitch Hechsel and Austin Salargo also picked up a title on Saturday, pacing the finals with a time of 3:19.22 – over half a second in front of the nearest finisher.
Jon Lehman bested teammate Justin Barber for first in the men's weight throw on Saturday afternoon. Lehman took home individual honors with his thrown of 21.92 meters (71-11.00 ft.) while Barber finished second at 20.42 meters (67-00.00 ft.). The Gophers throwers also had a strong showing in the shot put with four of the top six finishers – Luke Johnson finished second at 17.36 meters (56-11.50 ft.), Logan Hussung came in third at 16.96 meters
Trevor Yedoni won the men's long jump with a leap of 7.16 meters (23-06.00 ft.) while newcomer Luca Wieland finished third at 6.67 meters (21-10.75 ft.).
Unattached competitor Brad Neumann also had an impressive day at the Northwest Open, winning the 200 meter dash at 22.23 and then finishing as the runner-up in the 60 meter dash as part of a 2-3-6 finish with Jordan Charles (7.02) and Yedoni (7.07) – of three of whom were moments behind the leaders.
Other notable performances were a runner-up finish by Jordan Charles (unattached) in the triple jump (14.15 meters, 46-05.25 ft.), a 2-3 finish in the high jump by Ryan Lockard (unattached, 2.05 meters, 6-08.75 ft.) and Danny Schiller (2.05 meters, 6-08.75 ft.), a 2-3-5 finish in the 400 meter dash by Salargo (50.26), Hechsel (50.34) and Deng (50.38), and a runner-up finish in the 3,000 meter run by unattached competitor Eric Colvin (8:48.75).
Minnesota continues its home schedule next weekend with the Jack Johnson Invitational at the University of Minnesota Fieldhouse.


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I recently went for a full spa treatment, it's a little annual treat I have for myself.. kind of like a pat on the back for a year well done. The treatment was comprehensive from an infrared sauna (which apparently burns 600 calories in 30 mins) to a full hour body massage and facial. I thought long and hard about the facial as it set me back $90, the spa clinic was obviously trying to get me to come back on a more frequent basis with monthly facials - which is something I really cannot afford right now.
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I am sure we all know by now that our hands and neck show signs of ageing more rapidly than other parts of our body - mainly because we tend to neglect those areas. After I hit the age of 26 I've noticed some lines on my neck never use to be there. Since then I have ensured to moisturise my neck every single day and night. This mask provides a more intensive method of rejuvenation. I put this on the back of my hands too.
It's funny because I'm currently watching "Younger" where the main character pretends to be a 26year old in order to get a job in Publishing - here's the catch, she's actually 40. But she looks amazing, in fact, Hilary Duff at 30 looks amazing.
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This post is a combination of a bit of a rant and some straightforward advice as to what NOT to say to someone with interstitial cystitis.
Unfortunately, all of my fellow IC warriors out there have probably been on the receiving end of at least one or two of these ignorant and often hurtful comments.
Here are 7 things never to say to someone with IC:
1. Have you tried cranberry juice? It is great for UTIs.
How many times have we all heard this uninformed suggestion? I have gotten this so many times from well-meaning friends, family, strangers and even a few practitioners. It's extremely frustrating. Interstitial cystitis is not a bladder infection, it is a chronic inflammation of the bladder and the acidity of cranberry juice is the absolute last thing we need to be exposing our bladder to.
2. Can't you just hold it until we get home?
No, I can't, plain and simple. Asking someone with IC to hold their bladder can be like asking them to hold razor blades in their bladder. The urge to urinate is super strong and holding it in can cause painful spasms. When we gotta go, we really gotta go, no questions asked please.
3. The pain can't be that bad.
Yes, it can and probably worse than you can imagine. I have been blessed to not have pain as one of my main symptoms , but I have conversed with many IC sufferers whose pain is almost always an 8-10 on a scale of 1-10 and that's pretty severe. Unless you've experienced IC pain first-hand, please refrain from making an ignorant remark like that.
4. Maybe you should wear a diaper to bed.
More than one of my friends and even a therapist has suggested this to me and I had to force myself to take deep breaths to avoid a counter-attack. You need to understand that it is the urgency and pain that wake us up to pee. We are not a group of bed wetters who have lost control of their bladders. Although an adult diaper may be useful for someone with severe incontinence, it is useless for those of us who will be woken up from our sleep regardless of whether or not we are wearing depends.
5. You must have a lot of repressed anger.
I am a believer in the connection between emotions, stress, trauma and the manifestation of physical disease, but I also understand that it is not a matter of simple cause and effect. A chronic condition like IC is so multi-faceted and there are so many causative factors playing a role. It's simply insensitive and untrue to suggest that we developed IC solely as a result of repressed anger.
6. C'mon, one glass of wine won't hurt you!
Yes, it will! After one glass of wine I have been in a flare so bad that I have had to get up out of bed to pee every 20 minutes. That's how much just one glass of wine can effect us. Trust me, if we could drink the wine, we would! It just makes us feel more socially isolated and out of place when we are taunted to drink the wine.
7. It seems to me like you're taking this diet to the extreme.
I understand that for the average person, our diet can seem pretty crazy and strict. This is because a lot of us have food allergies and sensitivities that cannot only cause our IC to flare, but also cause a host of other symptoms, from brain fog to digestive distress. We have to continually refine our diet and a lot of us are quite limited for a period of time as to what we can eat. Please understand that if we could eat whatever we wanted, we would. We choose to eat this way to promote the healing of our bladders and to prevent a flare.
So there you have it, 7 things never to say to someone with IC!
Now, it's your turn.
If you would like to share a ridiculous thing that someone has said to you that has been completely unhelpful and ignorant of your IC, please share it below!


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Data masking best practices for protecting sensitive information
Protection of customer data is critical for financial services firms but encryption isn't the only option. Learn key considerations for data masking. Continue Reading
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Enterprises have had to deal with SOX regulatory compliance for several years, but many lack clear direction that will address SOX compliance requirements from an IT process perspective. Learn how enterprises can use IT and security tools within ... Continue Reading
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Wireless LANs have become pervasive in the enterprise, making it critical that financial services firms secure them to ensure they remain compliant with regulations for protecting customer data. In this tip, network security expert Lisa Phifer ... Continue Reading
Vendor risk management: process and documentation
As part of the vendor risk management process, regulators expect information security officers will document vendor relationships and have proper vendor documentation. Continue Reading
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Tight budgets have forced financial-services firms to focus to look for innovative ways to improve their access control management process. In this tip, Jack Phillips explains how organizations are reducing the number or user roles in order to cut ... Continue Reading
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Financial-services firms have unique network protection issues that require specific elements of NAC technology. In this tip, Jennifer Jabbusch describes top considerations, including network uptime, for financials to keep in mind when evaluating ... Continue Reading
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Data Warehousing and the Infrastructure Challenge
The nature of a data warehouse (that it's composed primarily, or exclusively, of data that comes from elsewhere, other application databases, and is converted into a data asset) means that it can't stand alone as an independent entity within your organization.
The phenomenal growth of distributed computing (Internet and intranet, as well as data warehousing internal and external data) has resulted in a fundamental shift in the way applications are constructed. In the old days of mainframes and minicomputers, a single physical system largely contained the infrastructure (operating systems, databases and file systems, and communications and transaction managers).
With distributed computing now the dominant model (even mainframes and minicomputers are usually part of a larger distributed environment), the infrastructure is spread over many different platforms across your enterprise and possibly outside of your enterprise.
When you develop any application or system, either data warehousing or a more traditional transaction-processing application, you have significant dependencies on pieces of the overall environment over which you have no direct control. Here are some examples specific to data warehousing:
You design a data warehouse that, based on business requirements and applications' data availability policies, must have approximately 25 gigabytes of new and updated data extracted from various sources each evening and sent over the network to the hardware platform on which the data warehouse is running.
Your corporate networking infrastructure is still undersized. After additional analysis, the network can't come close to supporting the throughput necessary to move the data into your warehouse in the available time window.
During the data warehousing project's scope phase, you determine that a push strategy to update the data warehouse is the most appropriate model to follow. To implement a push strategy, though, you must modify each source application to include code that detects when that application must push (send) data to the data warehouse.
The legacy applications that provide data to the warehouse are, unfortunately, so difficult to understand that a policy of making no changes unless absolutely necessary is in effect for each application.
You decide to pursue a relational OLAP (or ROLAP) solution and run a series of benchmarks against three relational DBMS (RDBMS) products to see which one best supports informational and decision-support processing (rather than transaction processing).
The product that performed most poorly in your benchmarks is, unfortunately, also your corporate standard, and any relational database installed anywhere in your company must be of this variety, no matter how you plan to use it.
Think conceptually (not worrying about implementation details) in the early stages of a data warehousing project, or any other application development effort — it's not only acceptable, it's also good systems development practice.
At some point, however, you must consider hardware, software, costs, budget, and other types of real-world constraints. Before you begin construction, be sure to consider everything that can affect your designs and plans for your data warehouse.
This project is very similar to building a house. You follow a process whereby you determine your needs, and then the architect draws up blueprints. The blueprints highlight the materials that you need to support your requirements — assuring that the finished product fulfills the vision established in the beginning.