text:
Clinical Services Pharmacy Technician
Middletown RI 02842
Job DescriptionThe Clinical Services Pharmacy Technician supports Clinical Program Pharmacists with all day-to-day tasks related to assigned client initiatives with heavy out-bound calls to providers, pharmacies and/or members. Specifically, the position will be responsible for handling all administrative work in follow-up to call activity and as assigned by a licensed pharmacist or another health care provider. Overall, the Clinical Services Pharmacy Technician is expected to provide outstanding service to our internal and external customers. The Pharmacy Technician provides outstanding service while also achieving operating performance rating of meets or exceeds call center production standards. All job duties and responsibilities must be carried out in compliance with applicable professional and regulatory requirements.
- Listens to callers in a professional manner.
- Resolves administrative concerns as the first line of contact whenever possible.
- Refers callers requesting provider information to Provider Services for each specific health plan.
- Performs triage for decisions not requiring clinical judgment.
- Identifies and responds to crisis calls and continues assistance with the Clinician until the call has been resolved.
- Comprehensively enters patient information into the appropriate database.
- Thoroughly documents customers' comments/information and forwards required information to the appropriate staff.
- Performs necessary follow-up tasks to ensure member or provider's needs are completely met.
- Leads or participates in activities as requested that help improve performance, excellence and culture.
- Supports team members and participate in team activities to help build a high-performance team.
- Demonstrates flexibility in areas such as job duties and schedule in order to aid the Clinical Services Center in better serving its members and help Magellan achieve its business and operational goals.
- Assists efforts to continuously improve by assuming responsibility for identifying and bringing to the attention of responsible entities operations problems and/or inefficiencies.
- Remains responsible for updating self on ever changing information to ensure accuracy when dealing with members and providers.
- Performs various other duties and special projects that are assigned by management on a daily basis while performing primary functions.
General Job Information
TitleClinical Services Pharmacy Technician
Job FamilyPharmacy Group
CountryUnited States of America
FLSA StatusUnited States of America (Non-Exempt)
Recruiting Start Date10/19/2018
Date Requisition Created10/19/2018
Minimum Qualifications
EducationGED (Required), High School (Required)
License and Certifications - RequiredCPT - Certified Pharmacy Technician - Pharmacy, PTCB - Pharmacy Technician Certification Board - Pharmacy
License and Certifications - Preferred
Other Job Requirements
- Experience in a Customer Service/Health Care environment preferred.
- Previous experience in call center setting preferred.
- Proficiency in Pharmacy computerized systems and software applications preferred.
- Pharmacy Technician, nationally certified: CPT - Certified Pharmacy Technician – Pharmacy or PTCB - Pharmacy Technician Certification – Pharmacy.
- Ability to identify and trouble-shoot problematic issues.
- Must be able to talk and type simultaneously.
- Must be flexible in scheduling and comfortable with change.
- Ability to use standard corporate software packages and corporate applications.
- Computer Skills: Must be a proficient typist (avg. 35+ WPM) and able to maneuver through various computer platforms while verifying demographic information on all calls.
- Service Delivery Expectations: Must be customer service oriented, meet Magellan's Service standards in all categories, be a team player, maintain member and provider confidentiality at all times, demonstrate effective problem solving skills, and be punctual and maintain good attendance.
- Excellent verbal and written communication, organizational and multi-tasking skills.
- Must recognize customer service as an ever-changing environment—this causes one to be flexible in scheduling and having the ability to accept change.
- Responsible for meeting call handling requirements and daily telephone standards as set forth by management.
- Must agree to observing service for the purpose of training and quality control.
Magellan Health Services is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Tobacco-free workplace. EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled. Every employee must understand, comply and attest to the security responsibilities and security controls unique to their position.
Top 5 reasons to work at Magellan
Meaningful Work With People Who Care
At Magellan Health you can do meaningful work and feel confident that you matter in an organization that makes a real difference in the world - one that cares deeply and uses its employees' collective insight as a competitive advantage.Read More
We are Compassionately Curious
Magellan Health is a place where we listen with real empathy. It's one of our biggest strengths. It helps us to support each other and develop innovative solutions for the fastest growing, most complex areas of healthcare.Read More
We are Better Together
We rely on our innate ability to work as a high-functioning collaborative team to facilitate compassionate care to all of our members. With such interdependency comes trust, challenge and innovation.Read More
Work-Life Flow
We believe work and life should flow together in unison. We offer resources that match your professional development, a culture that welcomes your ideas, and unparalleled flexibility to fit work around your life.Read More
A-Game Only
Be your best at Magellan Health. We're a collective of remarkably motivated and driven professionals. As a team, we're proud of the high standards we set for each other and we're continually inspired to do our best work.Read More
When you sayLife @ Magellan
To be the best you have to work with the bestWe hear you


text:
A video of a young Chinese girl playing the piano is about to make your day.
The footage may force you to examine the excuses you make not to tackle those major challenges in your own life.
"Souvenir D'enfance" by Richard Clayderman is not an easy piece to play. The girl plays beautifully, with the sort of lyrical maturity not often found in youngsters new to their instruments.
Even more impressive, she first sat down at a piano a mere three years ago.
And if that wasn't enough to wow you, she has no fingers on her right hand.
Watch the amazing performance below.
I still count two hands, shes just missing 3 fingers.
Misleading title?
Misleading title.
Those aren't fingers….that's what is left of her hand.
🙁 nice

subset: commoncrawl


text:
Delectible Orange Drop Doughnuts
I discovered this recipe when I had doughnuts on the menu one morning but hadn't set yeast doughnut dough to rise. It's a quick and easy, sweet breakfast food that your family will love.Pin It
Festive Cranberry-Orange Sauce
This was SO GOOD. We ate it for days after Thanksgiving, and when the container in the refrigerator was empty, I made another batch! It's incredibly simple and the perfect accompaniment to any poultry dish.Pin It
Refreshing Orange Ice Cream
This is the most refreshing orange ice cream you'll ever eat.Pin It


text:
Job Description
At Chainalysis, we built trust between the most important stakeholders in the blockchain ecosystem. We provide cryptocurrency transaction monitoring software and investigation tools to the world's leading governmental agencies, financial institutions and cryptocurrency exchanges. We're backed by the top names in venture-financing and have a burgeoning global team of over 70 employees.
What we are looking for:
You're an accomplished sales professional who's passionate about selling early-adopter SaaS in multi-stakeholder, nascent and complex selling environments. You're a thought leader and a deal closer–a teacher and a growth catalyst. You exceed quota while always being a team player. You're excited about working in a fast-paced, performance-oriented culture where intellectual rigor and curiosity is rewarded. We hope you:
- Have a proven track record selling high-touch, enterprise SaaS solutions.
- Have a tenacious desire to generate new business opportunities, build relationships and close business.
- Have a deep appreciation and habit of using systematic sales methodologies in organizing your time, focus and business building activities.
- Are experienced in full-cycle, solution-selling with B2B SaaS products.
- Know how to build trust when communicating across all levels and functions.
- Are an articulate, enthusiastic and effective communicator to all audiences.
- Are a self-starter with a strong work ethic, with the ability to adapt to rapidly-changing environments.
- Are able to work effectively with a geographically distributed team.
- Know how to use the full stack of CRM and additional sales tools.
- Are deeply passionate about blockchain, cryptocurrency and the infrastructure that's needed to continue the growth of this industry
- Have previous experience selling enterprise software into major financial institutions, government or the blockchain industry.
- Must be willing to travel as needed.
What you will do:
- Actively pursue a strategic, balanced approach to net new business and existing client expansion.
- Meet (and exceed) quota established for monthly, quarterly and annual goals.
- Collaborate with the marketing, customer success, and professional services teams to accomplish deliverables and expand your book of business.
- Work with internal and external stakeholders to understand requirements and craft appropriate customer proposals.
- Keep up to date on industry trends and provide market/customer feedback to product team.
- Lead clients through full sales lifecycle, educating them throughout the process.
- Align your sales process with your prospect's buying process.
- Persist in understanding specific next steps and calls to action; constantly push for progress.
Job Type: Full-time
Required experience:
- Sales: 3 years


text:
Telly actor Shakti Arora, who was seen playing a pivotal role in the popular show Meri Aashiqui Tum Se Hi, has tied the knot with his long-time girlfriend Neha Saxena. The couple took wedding vows on April 6 in a private ceremony. Shakti has today shared the pic from his wedding on social media and needless to say, both the stars looked match made in heaven. Have a look at the pic.
Shakti took to social networking site Instagram to share the pic and captioned it as, "Together is a wonderful place to be!"
Shakti and Neha have been dating from quite some time. Speculations were rife that things are not well between the two. However, both of them clarified that they are together. Talking about his marriage, Shakti revealed to TOI, "We had the haldi ceremony in the morning and pheras in the evening. It was a private affair with only our immediate families in attendance. Both of us have been relatively free over the past few months and so, decided to take the plunge. It seemed like the perfect time, as I am planning to take up something soon and will become busy."
The actor added that he doesn't feel married yet. Shakti and Neha are likely to go to Norway for their honeymoon.
Well, the handsome hunk ruled million hearts with his good looks and this will surely make his female fans sad that he is taken.


text:
Richard Long - Biography and Legacy
British Sculptor and Land Artist
Movements and Styles: Earth Art, Conceptual Art, Post-Minimalism
Born: June 2, 1945 - Bristol, England
Table of contents> Summary
> Key Ideas
> Artworks
> Biography & Legacy
Influences and Connections
"My work has become a simple metaphor of life. A figure walking down his road, making his mark. It is an affirmation of my human scale and senses."
Biography of Richard Long
Childhood and Education
Born in Clifton, a suburb of Bristol, England, as a young boy Richard Long played alone in the surrounding hillsides and lush nature of the Avon Gorge. He often returned home after miles-long walks, during which he immersed himself in the natural landscape. His liberal-minded mother and educator father fully supported Richard's desire to explore the outdoors and practice art.
Long's early artistic sensibilities were also encouraged by his school; he would often arrive before classes began to spend time painting and became known as the school artist. He created scenery for school plays and was allowed to create a mural in the dining hall at age 13. His parents similarly allowed him to create a large mural of snow-capped mountains in the family's living room.
Early Training
Next, Long transferred to the rather conservative and provincial West of England College of Art, where his love of nature and sport was atypical. Here he began experimenting with the physicality that would become central to his artistic production. His refusal of more traditional forms of painting or sculpture, however, was problematic; he was ultimately expelled for an ephemeral, snow-based, school project. Creating a large snowball, Long carefully rolled it down a slope, tracing the existing contours in the landscape. The end result was a linear formation in the snow, which he photographed. At this point, the photograph was merely a document of the finished work of art, an indentation in the snow that would eventually disappear. In the context of the conservative profile of the college, this experimentation was inconceivable; Long was deemed "too precocious," and asked to leave. He later explained that the school considered his iconoclastic artwork a sign that he was "mad." This episode, however, was the beginning of a creative process that would eventually bring him to international attention.
Taking a break from schooling, Long briefly worked in a paper mill, where he continued to create art, frequently taking excess paper to make crumpled sculptures. Enrolling at Saint Martin's School of Art in London, he joined a tight-knit group of friends, becoming especially close to peer Hamish Fulton. While his professors included the acclaimed sculptors Anthony Caro and Philip King, Long continued his independent investigation of less traditional media for sculpture. Instead of working in metal or stone, he experimented with sand and water in the school's garden or on the rooftops, where he blocked the school's drains to leave water stains on the roof's surface. At a time when his colleagues were working on monumental forms in fiberglass and welded metal, his quiet, iconoclastic gestures broke with the legacies of both Abstract Expressionism and Pop art, abandoning the studio and the very notion of permanency in favor of understated, performative, and ephemeral works of art.
Mature Period
Straight from Saint Martin's, Long was recognized on the international art circuit, beginning with the influential German gallerist Konrad Fischer in 1968. As Long later recalled, he "sent some sticks in the post from a tiny post office [in Ireland]. On the strength of those sticks Konrad offered me a show in Düsseldorf. Everything came together fast." Although his work had not yet found an audience in England, it was enthusiastically accepted abroad, where it was seen alongside the performances of Josef Beuys, the minimalist works by Carl Andre or the conceptual art of Lawrence Weiner. Following the successful trip to Germany, he traveled to Italy, where he met Giovanni Anselmo and Marisa Merz and showed in the influential Arte Povera exhibition of 1968. Andre, an early admirer of Long's work who called him a "master artist of the earth taken as a living entity," introduced his work to dealers in New York. These connections and assistance propelled both his self-esteem and career.
Long marveled that he was able to support himself by selling this unconventional work, explaining, "I was amazed that someone bought that first show. It was a line of sticks on the floor. I knew what I doing was important but I had no idea it would be commercially viable." Using the small income from the sale of his work, he traveled to Africa in the summer of 1969, where he created a series of work atop Mt. Kilimanjaro. He also married his art school girlfriend Denise Johnston, in a ceremony in Kenya where they stood on either side of the equator. The couple later had two daughters, Betsy and Tamsin.
Long's environmental sculptures and walking-based works of the late 1960s and 1970s intersected with contemporary experiments in performance and conceptual art. Although many of his works were based on his actions and documented with sparse imagery and text, his focus on nature made him a pioneer in the emerging field of Land Art.
Late Period
While Long's work has influenced Environmental artists, his approach to the natural world is more personal and experiential than activist. Since that first trip to Africa, Long has traveled extensively, performing walks and recording them for his artwork. These excursions can take on extreme dimensions, walking for weeks in harsh climates and courting the dangers of injury and wild animals, yet they are less about endurance than the complete immersion into nature and the independence of his solitary process.
In order to facilitate the exhibition of his work, Long has found ways to represent his walks in physical forms. In 1970 he performed a spiral walk with muddy boots in the Dwan Gallery in New York. For some projects, Long walks to collect natural materials, from which he forms drawings and sculptures. He has also incorporated photography as a meaningful, considered component of his artwork, rather than just a documentation of his often-inaccessible or ephemeral projects. He is celebrated internationally, including three nominations for the prestigious Turner Prize before his 1989 award, his 2001 election to the National Academy and appointment to knighthood in 2013.
Long has returned home, living today in a converted schoolhouse near Bristol with his current partner, the writer and art historian Denise Hooker. While his work is not dependent on his hometown, he argues that "every good artist is first and foremost a local artist ... whether I like it or not, I'm grounded in being a Bristol or West Country or even an English artist."
The Legacy of Richard Long
Rejecting both traditional and mid-century avant-garde techniques and materials, Long has expanded sculpture and painting by introducing natural elements and performance. A pioneer of the Land Art movement of the 1960s and 1970s, he is one of the most influential artists of his generation, drawing upon a network of Conceptual, Minimalist, and Performance artists to create a range of temporal and ephemeral work. He challenged the definitions of sculpture and conceptual art by proving that a pedestrian act such as walking can be the medium and the artwork. He additionally was subversive in regard to painting and its traditional gesture by applying mud directly to a gallery wall with his hand. His manipulations within nature have inspired artists such as Andy Goldsworthy and Roger Ackling, while his gallery installations of natural materials have impacted artists like Tony Cragg and Martin Creed.
Most Important Art
Richard Long Artworks in Focus:
Line Made by Walking (1967)
This piece is a straight line in the grass, a path-like impression made through the act of simply walking. Long transforms the landscape into his personal canvas, pacing repeatedly over an unremarkable patch of grass in a London park until a distinct line appeared. The artist then documented this alternation with a photograph, which he took at a perpendicular angle so his trace can be easily seen. The resulting work is part performance, part sculpture, and part photograph, transcending these categories to create a piece that exists in all these categories. Incorporating elements of performance into the sculpture and preserving the work through photography, his process was as much about the resulting photograph as the sculpture was about expressing the journey and the event of walking.Read More ...
Made while still a student at St Martin's School of Art in London, Long broke with the expectations of sculpture and demonstrated that an impermanent mark in nature could be a meaningful gesture. Part of the emerging Conceptual art movement, the importance of the work shifted from the creation of an object to the fulfillment of an idea, or simply the ideation of an art action. The photograph creates a tangible marker of this action, but the piece itself was a temporary intervention in the landscape, quickly erased by the natural processes of growth and regeneration. In this simple act of walking, Long expands the definition of art to include ordinary, but mindful, interventions that may or may not result in any lasting visual object; this would be highly influential in the rejection of Pop art. Pop had broken from the traditional expectations of artistic originality and highbrow subject matter and technique; Long proposes another path for artistic exploration by highlighting the materials and processes of the natural world. Where Pop had focused on the consumable object, Long's work deemphasized the art object in favor of a performance or an idea.
Long's work returns to more mystical notions of artistic creation, although he conveys these ideas through minimalist means: here, the line shows an exertion of energy and human intentionality. In this sense, it serves as a highly conceptual exploration of the transience of time, distance, and place, but presents these ideas in a very grounded and physical landscape.
Content compiled and written by The Art Story Contributors
Edited and published by The Art Story Contributors
" Artist Overview and Analysis". [Internet]. . TheArtStory.org
Content compiled and written by The Art Story Contributors
Edited and published by The Art Story Contributors
Available from:
First published on 19 Dec 2016. Updated and modified regularly.
[Accessed ]


text:
UPDATE: Based on the comment from 'linuxizer', I've updated this to stay inline with the S3 classes, something I didn't have my head around at the time, still don't know it inside out.
Brief post.
One thing I do often in my analysis is use things like 'summary(mod)$coefficients' and variance derivatives of that to pull the results from models into table so I can write my results nicely to csv, which can then be circulated to colleagues. I take the time to do this, so that when I go back and subset the data someone, I can instantly generate the same, nice, tailored results table. As it is often the case that you will run analysis multiple times, perhaps subsetting on years, or ages or subjects etc etc.


text:
Didn't go to the Emerald City Comic Con in Washington this weekend? Me neither. Nevertheless, I did spend some of my time scouring through tweets and photos on Instagram to find some of the best Star Wars cosplays, artwork and information.
The "Star Wars in Comics" panel elaborated more on some current projects, including Brian Wood's Star Wars series, Gabriel Hardman's Legacy, Randy Stradley's Dark Times, and Dawn of the Jedi. To read up on the rest of the panel, check out Todd Allen's recap over at comicbeat.com. As a Dark Horse Comics fan, I also wanted to know more about its role given Disney's acquisition of Lucasfilm. Here's what was talked about at the panel:
Q: What does Disney buying Star Wars mean for Dark Horse?
A (Randy Stradley, writer and Vice President of Publishing for Dark Horse Comics) – He was in Korea at a seminar giving a speech about Star Wars comics when he found out. He had to rewrite the speech a bit. So far, it's been business as usual. To date, Disney hasn't had a discussion with Lucasfilm's licensing people about the comics. He should hear something this year. But nothing has changed.
It looks like things are going to run their course for now. We will probably hear more about Star Wars comics within the next couple of months. Here's hoping Star Wars comics stay with Dark Horse Comics.
Best Tweets:
Just some of the fun at #ECCC. Mini Star Wars cosplayers beat the adults, plus awesome LEGO displays. tmblr.co/ZfSUFvfOToaK—
(@dtheories) March 03, 2013
Star Wars photos on level six. #eccc (at Emerald City ComicCon 2013) [pic] — path.com/p/3EsX3M—
R. K. Bentley (@rkbentley) March 02, 2013
One of the greatest mash-ups imaginable. RT @sherpaco: Outstanding. Muppets meet Star Wars. #ECCC lockerz.com/s/285765857—
Emerald City Comicon (@emeraldcitycon) March 02, 2013
Darth Maul is playing the Star Wars theme with bagpipes. #ECCC lockerz.com/s/285782440—
Kenny Log-in (@sherpaco) March 02, 2013
More Cosplays:
- Master Luminara Unduli, Barriss Offee, and Mini Ahsoka by renerecato
- Princess Stormtrooper by nadia11275
- Master Luminara Unduli, Barriss Offee, and Mini and Older Boba Fetts by jmsvlstrs
- Mandalorian Warriors, Mini Leia, and Female Jedi by jeniedarling
- Han Solo, Leia, and Mini Boba Fett by madison_skye
- Darth Sidious and Mini Boba Fett by jeanbooknerd
- Scout Trooper and Mini Boba Fett by jeanbooknerd
- Twi'lek and Jedi by eldiablito_72
- It's safe to say that Mini Boba Fett won all the awards with his costume and poses. Well done!
Star Wars panel today, hall B, 12:10 pm. Also, Yoda sketch. #ECCC http://t.co/uKBeOeRy8c—
Gabriel Hardman (@gabrielhardman) March 03, 2013
- Ahsoka Tano Line Art by supajoe
- Han Solo by Gabriel Hardman
- Star Wars Jam Piece by Colleen Coover, Matt Kindt, Been Dewey, Jeff Parker, Claire Hummel, and Fiona Staples
ECCC 2013 – Star Wars Show Finale


text:
Em was out for a bit last night, being an acolyte at the cathedral's evensong in honor of Gay Pride Weekend, and I stayed in with Toby. We had fun – he's getting good with his solid food, and enjoyed almost a whole jar of peas. I've learned not to have too much on the spoon, otherwise some interesting physics happen and he manages both to take in and spray out equal quantities of food. Anyway, we had a bit of a play – he can now say "dadadadada" and "bababababa" a lot, and is able to sit up without having to support himself with his hands for longer and longer periods of time which is fun – until he got grumpy and it was changing time. I had been warned about this, but hadn't appreciated the true horror of how small people's insides suddenly change when they start eating solids, and the alarming olfactory effect this has on their parents. You don't want any more details.
Archive for June, 2003
ickMonday, June 30th, 2003
stormy nightWednesday, June 25th, 2003
For the third night in a row we had a bunch of storms last night, although these were bigger and fiercer than earlier in the week. Also just when we thought it couldn't get more hot and humid, it got more hot and humid. Around 7pm Emma was out for a pedicure, so Toby and I were home together having fun (he's apparently really into pureed apple right now) when we heard the tornado sirens going off. Naturally we did what any red-blooded American would do, and turned on the TV. About six channels were showing the weather, with doppler radar maps showing swirls of green, red and yellow moving across the Twin Cities. British readers of this site will find it amusing that the weatherman on one of our local channels is called Ken Barlow, but he appeared to be doing the best job of giving safety information (get to the basement away from windows), dealing with his rapidly changing maps, telling us repeatedly to watch for the radar showing hook shaped clouds coming out of the storm cells (they indicate rotation, and increased likelihood of tornados) and talking with a reporter or two out in the field. One of the other channels had a guy reading from stacks of paper (no earpieces?) and another had a woman arguing with the guy who was operating the map display – how professional. But Minneapolis itself was passed by fortunately. A couple of towns had some damage, but it sounds like noone was badly hurt. We had a bigger storm around 11pm, with lightning very close, lots of wind and rain (over 6″). Again nothing too serious but Em tells me that there was about a centimetre of water in the basement this morning, which I hope clears out. I think a lot of people had plenty of water, including Paul whose basement window let lots in.
i'll take threeTuesday, June 24th, 2003
Over lunchtime I usually do the Washington Post crossword, which takes 10 minutes or less – challenging but not too much. Today, as I called up the Post's front page, I noticed an ad for the FA22_Raptor fighter jet. Huh? To be fair it's quite an interesting site that it links to, with lots of flash graphics and Flash animation, but sadly there's no "Add to cart" button anywhere. So how do I get hold of one, unless of course I'm a wealthy and corrupt dictator/unsurgent?
sleepMonday, June 23rd, 2003
We have a most relaxing weekend – didn't do a whole lot and that was just what we needed. Emma was reading the new Harry Potter and I'm deeply engrossed in Philip Pullman's amazing His Dark Materials Trilogy which my brother Richard gave me for my birthday. They're wonderful books.
So we were all feeling quite rested until yesterday evening the weather got more and more clammy which made us all a bit grouchy. At least Em and I aren't teething as much as Toby, poor guy, who got quite upset at several points in the evening. We got him to sleep at a decent time but we were all woken up around 1ish by huge thunderstorms. I think that was Toby's first real storm and he seemed a bit unsettled. I took him through to our bed which calmed him down a lot so we slept OK in the end, but I feel like the sleep I caught up on over the weekend has been lost!
solidsFriday, June 13th, 2003
Our little boy is growing up part 3:
Over the last couple of weeks Toby has been taking more and more of an interest in our food, and it's become even more pronounced lately – he's been reaching for my plate and my food when he sits on my lap at mealtimes, has been watching our faces very intently while we have mouths full of food, and watches forks or spoons as they go to our mouths. Also he's been hungry all the time lately, waking up more regularly in the night for food (fortunately he goes back to sleep really quickly) and yesterday morning he ate almost non-stop apart from a one hour nap. Apparently he was laughing while watching his bottle being re-filled. No word from our correspondent on the maniacalness of the laughter, but even so, this is compulsive and alarming behavior.
So we decided yesterday that we should start trying him on solid foods. Many doctors these days say that you should wait till babies are 6 months old before solids, because it can interfere with uptake of nutrients from milk, but we've also heard that sometimes the babies themselves won't wait much longer (Toby's four and a half months now). We got some organic rice cereal and mixed a tablespoonful with milk so that it was like very milky porridge. I held him on my lap while Emma put the first spoonful in his mouth, both of us prepared for him not to take it, or to spit it out. No chance – he went berserk, pulling the spoon more into his mouth, getting upset when we had to refill the spoon ("Come ONN! I'm HUNGRY!"), sucking on his fingers when they got food on them and in the end actually grabbing hold of the bowl. Needless to say, he ate the whole lot. Much more of an enthusiastic reception than Em and I had expected, but she did point out that any offspring of ours is genetically likely to be foody. And he slept almost nine hours.
what a lifeTuesday, June 10th, 2003
Our usual schedule is as follows – alarm goes off three hours too early, I moan "Oh No!", get up and stagger through for a shower. Toby wakes up, Emma gives him some breakfast, then puts him down on our bed for a nap while I get my breakfast and she has a shower and I watch Toby. This morning was little different, but made extra special by the fact that when Toby was having his post-breakfast nap he was grinning away in his sleep. Wonderful to watch him while I was sipping my coffee. After a couple of minutes he started laughing, which woke him up. What a great way to start the day.
to meTuesday, June 10th, 2003
Happy birthday to me today. 31, can't believe it. Quite a lot has happened this year to be sure – Toby, the house, etc, so plenty to be thankful for.
Got some great presents this morning, including cool books from my mom and from Richard; also a funky new mouse and great DVD set from my dad. Emma got me the new Yo La Tengo CD and Bach's Brandenburg Concertos, and Paul got me the latest Radiohead, which I am enjoying as I write this. As much as you can enjoy Radiohead. Seems pretty cool so far.
le weekendMonday, June 9th, 2003
Felt like a long weekend with all the stuff that happened. We didn't really do any more work on the house, but I did get around to posting new photos of Toby, now with a handy thumbnail page.
On Saturday a friend of ours from church invited a bunch of us to his very nice house on the shore of Lake Minnetonka. We got there late afternoon, so there was time for a few games of pool and a zoom around the lake on his jetski. I'd never tried one before and must admit I was kind of nervous, but once I got going it was a ton of fun. I don't think I was the biggest daredevil, but once I was rocketing along it was a totally cool feeling, especially bouncing over the wake of other boats. Hope I can have another go one day.
We were a little dazed yesterday as Toby didn't sleep so well on Saturday night. He seems to have caught a cold, and also slept badly last night so I'm trying to get by on two nights of only 4 hours of sleep. It's just after 1pm right now; we'll see how I'm doing in a couple of hours.
1955Thursday, June 5th, 2003
Was the world ever really like this? I guess most of that article is way overboard, but I can imagine that if both husband and wife in most relationships treated each other with respect and care there would be a lot more happy marriages.


text:
Hudson Mohawke interview
- David Pollock
- 1 October 2009
As Hudson Mohawke gets set to release his debut album David Pollock catches up with the 23-year-old musical prodigy and key member of the LuckyMe collective
Where once Glasgow was known for bands comprised of skinny indie boys playing guitars, music and design collective LuckyMe is changing the face of the city's music scene. The group of artists and friends (male and female) has been redefining Glasgow's audio culture with a blend of homemade hip hop and electro music that's feted by style mags and dance publications, and fast becoming a genre in its own right.
The collective's most famous member is Hudson Mohawke, a 23-year-old musical prodigy from Glasgow who will release his debut album on revered electronic label Warp (home to Aphex Twin and Maximo Park) this month, and who has already been hailed by Goldie and offered the chance to write songs for Rihanna. HudMo's real name is Ross Birchard, and he's lived in Glasgow all his life bar the last month, which is when he relocated to London. However, his father Paul is from Los Angeles, and maintains a career as a Glasgow-based actor: his recent work has included plays for the National Theatre of Scotland and a bit part in The Dark Knight.
'My dad used to do an American chart show in the middle of the night on Radio Clyde,' says Birchard, 'so that was my first exposure to music when I was young. Then Music, the first Playstation game you could make music on, came out roughly the middle of '98, and the next edition in 2000 let you take samples from other tracks. That was how I first properly started making music.'
Birchard first met Dominic Flanagan of LuckyMe at the age of 15 through local hip hop clubs, and played at his very first club night. The pair and fellow LM originator Mike Slott – in Birchard's case, at least, under the influence of being able to hear Missy Elliot mixed in with Detroit techno at the Sub Club's Optimo – started creating music together, and Slott and Birchard (now rechristened Hudson Mohawke at the random suggestion of a friend) released their first record together as Heralds of Change in early 2006.
Around the same time, Birchard posted a mix tape on his MySpace and sent it to the few labels he most respected, including Paris-based Ed Banger. It was this that convinced Warp to seek him out and offer him a deal, although afterwards, 'I did pretty much nothing for a year because I was just so excited.' The year-long recording of his debut album Butter finished in the summer.
'I'd like to move into guest production for pop and R'n'B acts now,' says Birchard. 'One of the songs on the album was meant to go to Rihanna, but I held it back for my own record, perhaps foolishly. I don't want to be a solo artist like Calvin Harris, though. I want to stay in the background. The career of a guy like (Jay-Z producer) Just Blaze would be perfect for me.'
Hudson Mohawke's debut album Butter is out on Mon 12 Oct on Warp records. He will launch it with a live set at Numbers at Stereo, Glasgow, Sat 17 Oct. Ballers Social Club with special guest LD is at Stereo, Glasgow, Fri 9 Oct.


text:
We offer a delivery service from Monday to Friday between 1pm and 3pm. Sadly we can not deliver on weekends or on Bank Holidays. Deliveries can be arranged at time of purchase, or if you prefer you may ring to arrange a delivery. Delivery charge is based on your postcode. Prices start from £8.00 for SE19 and other nearby postcodes. Bulk charges may apply on large quantities.
Turf is available from spring until autumn. Our Rolawn Medallion turf is £5.99 per roll and covers a square metre (24 inches wide by 65 inches long) Please call us to pre-order or arrange a direct delivery. Bulk delivery charges may apply.
Gardeners' reward scheme
We would like to thank our valued customers for their business, and are able to offer you a chance to participate in our reward scheme.We will issue you with a Loyalty Card which entitles you to a 5% discount off your purchases, (excluding bottled Calor gas and gift vouchers).
National Garden Gift vouchers
The Secret Garden is a member of the National Garden Gift Voucher Scheme. Gift vouchers make great presents for your friends and family on special occasions. They are available at the shop counter in denominations of £25, £10 and £5. They can be redeemed at most garden centres in the UK.
Full terms and conditions are available from our staff. Your name will be added to our mailing list so that we may keep you informed of special offers, events and seasonal information.
Gardeners we recommend
If you are looking for reliable and professional gardening services in the Crystal Palace area we highly recommend these guys. Pop back or get in touch for any updates.
Download Gardener's List 2019


text:
12 October 2015
Michael Loney
The Trans-Pacific Partnership agreement being announced then leaked, Cuozzo taking its inter partes review appeal to the Supreme Court, a ruling that copyright does not cover yoga, a good week for hedge funds at the PTAB, and the ITC dealing Nvidia a blow in its fight with Samsung were in the IP headlines this week
TPP agreement leaked
The biggest news last week was that an
agreement on the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) had been reached. The agreement is the result of more than five years of negotiations. The partnership covers 12 nations representing 40% of the world's economy:...
1709 Copyright Blog
AIA blog
Art and Artifice
China IPR
Class 99
Domain Incite
FOSS Patents
Green Patent Blog
IP CloseUp
IP Dragon
IP finance
IP Kat
IP Komodo
IP tango
IP Watchdog
MARQUES Class 46
Orange Book Blog
Patent Baristas
SPC Blog
Spicy IP
The Trademark Blog
The TTABlog
The material on this site is for financial institutions, professional investors
and their professional advisers. It is for information only. Please read our
Terms and Conditions
Privacy Policy
before using the site. All material subject to strictly enforced copyright laws.
© 2020 Euromoney Institutional Investor PLC. For help please
see our FAQ.
Switching to MIP International


text:
(2) The Rev. Ian Punnett took his vows to the Holy Order of the Diaconate at 7pm on Tuesday July 8, 2008 at the Episcopal Cathedral of St. Mark in Minneapolis. He will serve at the discretion of the Episcopal bishop.
Our heartiest congratulations to the new Deacon Punnett! Click here(1) to view additional photos.
1. http://archive.coasttocoastam.com/gen/page2639.html?theme=light
2. http://archive.coasttocoastam.com/gen/page2639.html?theme=light


text:
Happy Independence Day!!
Happy Fourth of July!
Hope you all enjoy the holiday and the fireworks and the barbecues, etc. Please be careful and don't even dream about driving if you're drinking.
Apologies for not being around much lately. Did I miss anything significant on free-agency day (s)?
Should be back at full steam soon. That's all I've got.
I have at least one guest blog in the hopper and allegedly a few others coming. If anybody wants to volunteer to write one, just drop me an email at email@example.com. Thanks.
Photo by Getty Images.
Read or Share this story: http://lohud.us/1lFvjaA


text:
Hildy Fine
Hildy has been practising yoga since childhood, being lucky enough to have had a deeply inspiring yoga-teaching aunty. In 2012/13, this practise became a profession through the acquisition of a Yoga Teacher Training Certificate at Yoga Bliss in Montréal, Canada.
On returning to Australia, Hildy began teaching at Crunch Fitness and enjoyed diversifying her skills in physical fitness instruction. Here she created her first Pilates-based routine with excellent feedback, which she then began teaching in various locations.
Hildy's classes are infused with a yoga philosophy of self-love and self-discipline. She aims to have you smiling and enjoying the bright side of a good workout!


text:
Family Medicine
What is Prolotherapy?
How Does it Work?
Conditions Treated
Prolotherapy FAQ's
Prolotherapy Success Stories
Cosmetic PRP
Cosmetic PRP - Before/After
Facial Rejuvenation
What is Stem Cell Therapy?
Fat Flush Diet
HCG Diet
What is a Vitamin IV?
Pediatrics is the care and treatment of the diseases and the study of normal growth of infants, children, and adolescents.
At Optimum Wellness we've been taking care of our patients from birth forward. We also monitor the normal growth and development of a child according to important motor and intellectual milestones. Recognition of developmental lags may point to lack of proper nutrition, poisoning with environmental substances such as lead. In addition, pediatricians must be alert for disorders that usually first become apparent in childhood.
Popular Searches to this site:
Pediatric Doctor Glendale CA
Doctor for Children Glendale CA
Family Practice Glendale CA
Medical Doctor Group Glendale CA
Child Medical Care and treatment


text:
The Samsung Galaxy S4 lives up to all the hype - it's faster, lighter, and bigger than its predecessor, the Samsung S3. But can the Galaxy S4 stand up when compared to the Blackberry Z10?
The Z10 is lightweight in terms of specs, but the display and processor are quite competitive and ideal for professionals. Are those features enough to stave off the fierce competition? Read on to find out.
The Galaxy S4's rounded corners stand in stark contrast to the square-cornered Z10. The 5 inch screen with measurements of 69.9x136 mm makes the Galaxy S4 a very big smartphone. Although it's big, it's wafer thin and extremely lightweight.
Compared to the S4, Blackberry's flagship phone seems minuscule with measurements of 66x130 mm. And with a width of 9.2 mm, it's not quite as slim and the S4, but it does fit snugly in the palm of your hand.
The removable plastic back cover on the Z10 leaves a lot to be considered, but it's hard to criticize given the Galaxy S4's similar plastic build. On closer inspection, you'll see the phones are designed this way with good reason. Both phones are designed for travel and to fulfil their functions without breaking.
Samsung received numerous nods because of the S4's more striking features, but if you're looking for a slick but discreet handset, you'll be thrilled with the BlackBerry Z10 smartphone.
It's hard to find fault with the 5 inch display and the 1080x1920 full HD resolution on the Galaxy S4. They make the 4.2 inches on the BlackBerry Z10 seem small in comparison. But size isn't a tremendous deal because users can still browse the web, watch videos, and use apps without skipping a beat.
When paired with a resolution of 768x1280, the screen size of the Z10 carries one of the highest pixel densities of any smartphones on the market.
Both phones display crisp and clear images and text. The colours are vibrant but realistic. One concern is BlackBerry's display, which gets dirty with fingerprint marks as there's no oleophobic coating.
When it comes to hardware, the Galaxy S4 is no slouch. The 600 quad-core processor and 2GB RAM rival most other smartphones on the market.
BlackBerry went for a 1.5GHz dual-core processor and 2GB of RAM to power the Z10. When compared to the quad-core processor used on leading smartphones, the dual-core chip may seem inferior, but this doesn't pose a problem for the BlackBerry 10 OS. There's no sign of lag when using the phone to browse the web and carry out daily functions. Regardless of which phone you choose, network providers like SingTel are offering speeds of up to 150 Mbps on the 4G network, so browsing and business apps should work fast virtually anywhere you cat a signal.
The Samsung Galaxy S4 is available in 16GB, 32GB and 64GB models and includes a microSD card slot that accepts 64GB cards.
The BlackBerry Z10 has some limitations in that it's only available in 16GB models. However, it does include a microSD slot for cards up to 64GB. Since the BlackBerry 10 operating system takes up almost 4GB of storage, you'll certainly need to use the microSD slot if storage is high on your list of priorities. Check out this guide for more info on the BlackBerry Z10 storage and other features.
The images and videos from the 13Mp front facing and 1.9Mp rear facing cameras on the Galaxy S4 are impressive, but the phone's capabilities do not stop there. The camera app features burst mode in addition to Dual Shot, Drama, and Sound and Shot modes. More than just gimmicks, these modes enhance your pictures as you're able to capture moving objects and take pictures using both cameras simultaneously.
The main camera on the Z10 is a modest 8Mp and includes a dedicated IP, F2.2 lens, LED flash and backside illumination (BSI). The rear camera has the capacity to record 1080p HD quality videos. The photos are vivid, but the main attraction on the Z10's camera is Time Shift. It lets you take numerous snaps in one sitting, and you can later adjust the image or individual elements as you wish.
The editing software built into BlackBerry 10 is top notch. Use it to tweak and edit your photos before uploading them to your favourite networking sites.
The cameras on both phones function better than most standalone cameras, but they won't replace your DSLR.
Apps and OS
Samsung's Galaxy S4 runs on Google's Android Jelly Bean 4.2.2. This platform provides access to the Google Play Store to download apps, films, music, magazines, and books.
BlackBerry launched its new operating system, BlackBerry 10, on the Z10. The interface may be baffling at first, but if you persevere, you'll have the swiping navigation figured out in no time.
The main home screen on the BlackBerry 10 operating system remains blank until you launch an app. You can find all your open and recently used apps displayed in small windows, but you can pin your favourites for fast and easy access.
The BlackBerry Hub, located on the left side of the home screen, is a business executive's dream. It's a notification centre where you can manage all your accounts. Open the hub by swiping to the right. When you're finished checking your messages, you can swipe back down to close the hub and return to the home screen.
The keyboard is another fascinating feature on BlackBerry 10. It displays suggested words as soon as you begin typing, and you can choose the word you want with one swift swipe. It's unique, but certainly one of the many features you'll love on the Z10.
With heavy usage, you'll have to charge both phones almost daily. Although the S4 will hold its charge well for a couple of days with light use, it's not realistic to have this type of smartphone and not put it to use.
The Z10 has a removable battery pack that has about one day of battery life with moderate to heavy use. The Samsung comes out on top as it relates to battery life, but not by much.
The bottom line
Both smartphones offer superb performance and high-end features. The Galaxy S4 is perfect for overall entertainment with its big screen and Google Play app. But if you're purchasing a phone with your business in mind, the BlackBerry Z10 will provide everything you need. The enterprise tools, server side security, messaging hub, and email are all designed with business activities in mind.
Greg West is always on the lookout for new ways to enhance his business. He then shares them online by posting on a variety of blog sites.


text:
TVV Capital Acquires Design Molded Plastics
Top-Performing Private Equity Firm Continues High-Value Investments in Niche Manufacturing Space Nashville, TN – August 13, 2014 – TVV Capital, an operationally focused private equity firm, announced today that it has acquired Ohio-based Design Molded Plastics (DMP). Terms of the transaction were not disclosed. The acquisition of DMP is the fifth investment from TVV Capital's latest fund, TVV III, which closed in December 2013.
A certified supplier of custom injection molded products and value-added manufacturing solutions, DMP has a broad customer base serving the home appliances, sporting goods, automotive and consumer goods industries, among several others.
"DMP's highly diversified customer base, as well as its ability to provide full-service engineering, tooling and manufacturing services translates into a high-growth business with the potential for continued rapid expansion," said Andrew W. Byrd, President of TVV Capital. "Given TVV's investment focus, the intrinsic value of DMP, and the U.S. plastic part production market's current and projected growth, this investment is consistent with our strategy of delivering significant value to our investors."
Legal advisors for TVV Capital were Bass, Berry & Sims PLC of Nashville, TN. Accounting services were provided by DGLF CPAs and Business Advisors of Nashville, TN.
About Design Molded Plastics
Founded in 1985, Design Molded Plastics (DMP) is a leading provider of custom full-service injection molding. DMP is known for providing outstanding technical capabilities and finely tuned manufactured products through the use of automated injection molding equipment. The company is considered an expert manufacturer of components for medical, automotive, protective equipment, home appliance and electronic products. More information about Design Molded Plastics is available at www.designmolded.com


text:
Japan earthquake: Dealing with mountains of debris
Two months after the earthquake and tsunami in Japan, the task of clearing up the wreckage has barely begun.
Towns along the coast have been left clogged with vast amounts of debris and local authorities are struggling to find places to put it.
So great is the destruction in Ishinomaki that it is difficult to know where to start, but volunteers from the charity Japan Emergency NGO decided Mr and Mrs Kimura's house was as good a place as any.
Miraculously it was left standing when the tsunami swept through, even though the water left a tidemark above head height.
The team began by digging out the mud with spades before dumping the ruined furniture in the garden. They even found dead fish inside.
Once it was a beautiful home of wood, paper screens and with tatami mat floors. The elderly couple, who both survived, are hoping to live here again.
"When I came here my impression was that it was very shocking," said Tetsuo Kimura, the organiser with the charity that usually deploys Japanese personnel to disasters overseas.
"I couldn't say anything when I first came and saw the scene. That's the feeling I felt."
The task ahead of his team is enormous.
Many neighbourhoods were completely destroyed - in Ishinomaki 28,000 houses have been lost according to local officials - but there are also thousands of homes like the Kimuras', clogged with filth but perhaps salvageable.
"I don't know when we will finish," says Mr Kimura. "But we will just go on until all the houses are clean."
Rubbish mound
Up and down the coast clearing up is now their biggest challenge. The earthquake and tsunami smashed once pretty seaside towns.
Everything which was brought into them for generations now lies in pieces across the ground, tangled in mud.
The disaster in numbers
According to the environment ministry there are 20 million tons of debris, although some estimates have put the figure higher. In Miyagi prefecture about 146,000 vehicles have been damaged or destroyed - one in 10 of the total.
The government in Tokyo will shoulder the cost in the end. In the first emergency supplementary budget, 352bn yen ($4.3bn, £2.6bn) is set aside for the task although more is likely to be needed.
The aim is to remove all the waste that is getting in the way of daily life by August - clearing roads and so forth - but huge amounts are left on private property too.
In Ishinomaki, diggers have been used to begin to gather the wreckage into huge piles.
The centre of the city is now dominated by a gigantic stinking mound of splintered wood, clothes and metal, the same height as a three or four-storey building and several hundred metres long.
But it is only a temporary measure, no-one wants to live with a mountain of waste blighting their town. A permanent way of disposing of it will have to be found.
'National effort'
Hideyuki Katsumata's company runs the town's dustbin carts, doing the weekly collections of rubbish.
All but three of his 40 lorries were destroyed by the tsunami and they have now been put to work on the clear-up operation.
There is, he believes, the equivalent of an entire century's worth of household waste.
A dump has been set up outside Ishinomaki, in a valley in the mountains, overlooking the sea. The debris is slowly being transferred there from the piles in town, and trucks arrive every few minutes.
Bulldozers are being used to compact it as much as possible, but it will not last long.
"We thought that was enough for one year," he says. "But we started a month and a half ago and now it is full."
Mr Katsumata says they need help.
"It must be a national effort. They've sent the army and heavy machinery, but we need to recycle and get rid of this stuff now and the government has not come up with a detailed plan yet.
"We just don't know what to do, where do we go from here?" he said.
One particular problem is all the boats and ships that were washed inland and are now stranded, some on the tops of buildings.
More than 20,000 vessels were damaged or destroyed by the tsunami in all.
Those made of fibreglass can be cut up easily enough, or even moved with cranes back into the sea. Bigger steel boats and ships may have to be dealt with where they lie.
Specialist ship-breaking firms in Japan are not used to doing their work in the street, they carry out precision dismantling in dry docks. Their association says members are still working out how to begin.
Dealing with the wreckage left behind by the disaster is likely to take a very long time - Japan's government is yet to estimate how long.
After the Kobe earthquake in 1995, which was on a smaller scale, the clean-up operation lasted for three years.
People are desperate to get back to their old neighbourhoods, but until they can be cleared there is no hope of starting to rebuild.


text:
It's been a long time since it was last available, but Onnit Total Primate Care is now back in stock on the Onnit Labs website.
For the unfamiliar, Total Primate Care is a variety pack of sorts that's available in 15 and 30-day supplies. Each daily supply comes with a day and a night pack. Inside each pack is a variety of Onnit supplements designed to give you the boost that you need throughout the day, and then the right combination of nutrients to help you relax and unwind before bed in the evening.
The supplements included in each TPC: Total Primate Care pack include Stron Bone and Joint, Shroom Tech Immune, Alpha Brain, Shroom Tech Sport, krill oil, Spirulina and Chlorella, New Mood, Vitamin C and Lysine, and Coral Calcium.
If you're curious about Onnit products but are turned off by how expensive it can be to purchase a bottle of Shroom Tech Sport and a bottle of Alpha Brain, Total Primate Care is a good way to give things a test drive without breaking the bank.
Currently, a 15-day supply of Total Primate Care is on sale at $5 off its regular price, and the 30-day supply is on sale at $30 off the regular price.


text:
Krav Green Apple Nighttime Lollipops/Suckers contain 90mgs indica THC each. Each order contains 2 green apple flavoured lollipops. Total order = 180 mgs THC These medicated suckers are a convenient and discreet way to consume your medication.
Customer Reviews
1 Item(s)
per page
- No comment Review by Nathan
1 Item(s)
per page


text:
Check out My Books
Advocacy Support
Follow me on Facebook
Video Blogs
- RT @SueSalach: Shared sanctuary: How #GraceLutheran Church in #StreamwoodIL came to share its space with two other congregations https://t.… 2 days ago
- Shared sanctuary: How #GraceLutheran Church in #StreamwoodIL came to share its space with two other congregations… twitter.com/i/web/status/1… 4 days ago
- Talking Too Much catherinejohns.com/talking-too-mu… 1 week ago
- Very Excited about our Podcast! Please share #familycaregivers #caregivers #eldercare caregiverlifewithdignity.libsyn.com 1 month ago
Tag Archives: menopausal
Hot Flashes and Chicago Winters
I know what you're thinking "you're much too young to be having hot flashes." (wink) But the fact of the matter is, I've been having them for about five years now – ever since the ole hys-to-rect-o-my. Having hot flashes … Continue reading
Posted in aging, hot flashes, hysterectomy, menopausal women Tagged aging, aging info, aging info usa, caregiving, caring for my parents, Chicago, eldercare, hot flashes, hysterectomy, karen rinehart, menopausal, menopausal women, menopause, night sweats, susan avello, Winters in Chicago, women and hot flashes Leave a comment


text:
With heart disease on the rise, many Americans are looking for ways to lower their cholesterol without taking medication. One product on the market advertising the ability to lower cholesterol is a yogurt-based drink. These products contain plant sterols, touted for their use in lowering cholesterol.
Cholesterol is necessary for the body to function, but too much can wreak havoc. Cholesterol comes from two places: our bodies and our food, specifically from animal products. There are also two types of cholesterol: LDL and HDL. HDL is considered "good cholesterol" and LDL is considered "bad cholesterol." When LDL levels get too high or HDL levels get too low, cholesterol clogs the arteries leading to heart disease.
Yogurt is the outcome of bacterial fermentation of milk products. Yogurt is commonly found in most major super markets in a variety of forms. Some companies have marketed a yogurt-based drink with added plant sterols as a method of lowering cholesterol. These beverages generally contain high amounts of sugar — sugar alcohols that can cause GI distress — and because they are a dairy-based product, they also contain cholesterol. Promise Activ Super Shots is one example of a yogurt drink with added plant sterols, but was taken off the market in 2009 for unknown reasons.
Plant Sterols
Plant sterols are a group of phytochemicals found naturally occurring in plants. Research has been done showing the promising effects of plant sterols in the reduction of cholesterol. Margarine, butter, yogurt and some cereals have plant sterols added to them. The American Heart Association only recommends the use of foods containing plant sterols in high risk people who are trying to decrease their overall cholesterol and lower their LDL cholesterol due to a heart attack.
Other Ways to Lower Cholesterol
The three main contributions to bad cholesterol levels are diet, exercise, and tobacco smoke. To decrease your risk for high cholesterol it is important to get regular physical activity, eat healthy and avoid tobacco. Cholesterol comes from animal products, so decreasing your intake of meat, butter, eggs and dairy can help lower cholesterol levels. It is also important to increase the consumption of whole grains, fruits and vegetables.
Always consult a physician before beginning any diet or exercise program. Your doctor can do a blood test to determine your cholesterol level and discuss which products are best for maintaining a healthy cholesterol level.
References (3)
Photo Credits:
- Stockbyte/Stockbyte/Getty Images
This article reflects the views of the writer and does not necessarily reflect the views of Jillian Michaels or JillianMichaels.com.


text:
https://beathealth.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/image-20160316-30241-hvsju7-730x370.jpg 370 730 admin http://devsite.beathealth.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/Beat-Health-Logo-PNG-copy-2-300x72.png admin2016-04-01 04:19:442016-06-09 04:55:27The doctor will tweet you now – but should he face disciplinary action for doing so?
The doctor will tweet you now – but should he face disciplinary action for doing so?
Many bosses would argue that mixing work with social media is not a good idea. Just ask Christian Solomonides, a hospital consultant who was recently suspended after he admitted posting strongly worded messages on Twitter. The tweets included…
https://beathealth.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/bigstock-Businessman-Digital-Tablet-Pla-80660561.jpg 659 900 Scott Westover http://devsite.beathealth.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/Beat-Health-Logo-PNG-copy-2-300x72.png Scott Westover2016-01-29 11:16:202016-04-15 02:49:24Building your online brand in healthcare
Building your online brand in healthcare
In Australia, as in many other countries, having an online presence is becoming a 'must-have'. In the medical field, having a positive online brand can make a difference when you're looking for jobs or looking for a more senior position. There…
https://beathealth.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/bigstock-Social-Media-Bubble-Concept-24485276.jpg 1952 2000 Shaun Hughston http://devsite.beathealth.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/Beat-Health-Logo-PNG-copy-2-300x72.png Shaun Hughston2015-10-09 19:08:212016-04-15 04:56:465 Ways Your Social Media Profile Could Sabotage Your Next Medical Job Application
5 Ways Your Social Media Profile Could Sabotage Your Next Medical Job Application
Social media is a powerful tool for healthcare professionals. It can educate, help engage, and inform. However, it is now commonplace for employers and recruiters to run searches on social media before making a final employment decision. While…


text:
Need a Simpler Solution?
Ever had a day where you feel to exhausted but yet you know you have to dose your tank? Why break your head trying to manage your time on when you need to dose your tank. I introduce to you the Bubble Magus BM-T01. The Bubble Magus BM-T01 is an accurate micro-computer controlled, three-channel […]Read More


text:
I have no office in Kilburn to call mine. There's an open-'plan' one, which feels much more like a tragic accident than the outcome of any actual intentions, but I have no room with a door and all my books in where I can meet with students or read, write and think. After a handful of abortive attempts about seven years ago to hold office hours in the shared call-centre space, I gave up even pretending I could concentrate, or that 40-odd desk jockeys staring at screens, wearing headphones, and simultaneously milling around laughing raucously with each other right behind me all day were at all conducive to (for instance) conceptualising the complexities of a heteronormative media industry with a questioning/transgender student in the throes of dissertation panic. All of our roles in that room are necessary, and they exist in a beautiful symbiotic dance – a dance that I perform by working mostly at home and in cafés.
If I have nothing scheduled till the afternoon I'll usually stop off at Owen's in Muswell Hill, a couple of hundred yards up the road from my daughter's nursery and on my way back home to the flat. There are two tables at which I can plug in my laptop – in the front by the window or next to the toilet. I get to choose between workstations, as I'm generally half an hour earlier than the screaming horde of mothers and toddlers who descend at exactly 9.20. The window seat is best, as it's just far enough from the preferred centre table of the large French lady who expends great physical energy adjusting all of the furniture and scraping it gratingly across the floorboards, repeatedly dumping hard-bottomed bags on the table then making a half-dozen Skype calls to clients, wearing earbuds and shouting into the mic she holds up millimetres from her lips. The coffee here's good, and the cups nice and heavy like that green, Methodist Church china but handmade. The chocolate brownie is to die for – two might mean to die from – but it's really tough not to give in, especially since the custard tarts, while conceived with the best of intentions, are overwhelmed by over-ambition, folding in far too much blueberry confit. The male staff are unusually upbeat for bearded straight men in their 30s, but the women (all younger) seem disgruntled. The exception is Mrs. G. (the only older lady), whose kids I taught music ten years ago and who shows me photos of them, grown-up, on her phone. She's lovely and smiley and seems pleased to serve me. I have to try harder to look busy when she's on, as otherwise she pops over again and again. The wifi here's super-fast, and the mushrooms-and-poached-eggs-on-toast, while pricey, is utterly fantastic.
When I teach in the mornings, leaving me the afternoons to write, I have to choose between a handful of Kilburn Cafés. Caffè Milan has long been my top choice. It was opened in late 2011 by an Ethiopian man called Solomon, employing a small team of charming but disorientated Brazilian and North African waiting and sales staff who knew just a handful of words in English. Solomon is warm and kind, and was there every day for the first year of business. His son, Matty, was about to begin nursery, and would run around the place in afternoons, drawing just enough attention to himself to be cute and just little enough to remain so. The place serves cheap, strong coffee, and hot Ethiopian food to those who know how to ask for it. This tempting and presumably delectable fare is not advertised inside or outside the café, though, so I have yet to remember or to pluck up the courage to ask for any of the mysterious grub. I swear one day I'll do it, because it always smells incredible, and every time someone orders it I feel like the stupidest, whitest man in the world. The music here is bizarre. The playlist reflects an unquenchable taste for Kenny G, and includes a near-infinite string of ambient, trancy quasi-jazz tunes occasionally interspersed with epic 80s power ballads. Combined with the near-total bewilderment of the staff every time I asked for a drink, and their diligent inability to stock up on bog roll or towels for the men's toilet, 'Milan' provides the perfect ambience of an office for the nomadic teacher-scholar after lunch. The place is poorly heated too, at a temperature that keeps me alert enough to stay focused, but not so chilly that my fingers go numb.
My favourite spot to be hunker down here is a table out of sight from the street – as you walk down the length of the place the room expands to the right behind the wall where the coffee machine resides. A table against the wall, right by the double electrical socket, keeps me undisturbed by colleague and student passers-by, and means anyone meeting me here for tuition has to really commit to seeking me out. A couple of years into my tenancy at the hidden table, Solomon unashamedly papered the wall with brick-effect floor-to-ceiling paper. It was a bizarre decision that warmed up and weirded the feel of the space. The TV screen in the back is, conveniently, permanently frozen, unlike at the front where that one plays European football and CNN loudly all day as the staff let in suppliers, customers, heavy Kilburn traffic noise and a permanently chilly draft. The place remains under-frequented until the evenings when intimidatingly confident groups of ex-pat Ethiopian men sit down to shout and laugh at the telly.
Caffè Milan is next door to popular restaurant, Nona, thus oft overlooked by those who prefer the faux-Italian pretentions of Serbian hustler, "Alex", whose local wheelings and dealings include surprise ownership of, and apparent parking privileges for, a sporty, high-end Mercedes saloon. Alex also allegedly likes to pay staff massively below the legal minimum wage and to retain a "deposit" of one third of their wages that they can receive back from him after six months of continuous service. He also owns Small and Beautiful, a café 100 yards north from Nona which is neither of the things in its name but whose coffee and waitresses broadly match these descriptors. S&B is the site of many meetings with academic colleagues when we succumb to the frequent need to meet in a less stuffy and stifling environment than in school, and to experience the thrill of risking students and the public overhearing our confidential discussions. This place advertises bottles of Champagne for up to £300 (maybe for the proprietors of the dodgy snooker club over the road, whose doors were once, and possibly still are, darkened by younger male students from my school who favour lunch with pool and Mary-Jane). It's also one of a tiny handful of establishments in Kilburn to accept card payments. Nona's chorizo and potato three-egg omelet is beguiling, especially when served with the house green salad. Both establishments feature as evening table decorations old wine bottles with many generations of expired candles' wax billowing like Disney cartoon sails.
The warmest (unless some moron leaves the bloody door open) of my the cafés occupying the northern half of the High Road – excluding CoCo because the place doesn't have wi-fi despite the excellent tea served in huge floral mugs by a man who looks like a light heavyweight boxer with the smile of a charming Mafioso – is Caffeine. It's the only one that offers a loyalty card – I own but never ever bring one with me. The acoustics in this place are frustrating, and are the principal reason I don't go here more. I can stay here for days on end, though, ideally at the round table by the window, which is the one with the stablest cast-iron legs, the best shielding of the breeze from the door, and the greatest distance from the excruciating coffee grinder. I swear that if I ever run a café I'll put the grinder – and the ice-crusher too – in another fucking room to the customers; these machines only ever make people shout at each other when a spoken conversation was fine, and their unpredictability and endless capacity to grate nerves mean they can ruin any phone call, even before it has started. The place has a high turnover of staff, thanks mostly to the smooth-talking owner-manager who sips espressos at one of two tables, interviewing new staff every other week with condescension and a B5 spiral notepad. The main reasons I come back to this place are 1) unlike at Caffè Milan I have never seen a cockroach, 2) the 'staff only' sign on the toilet door is a hoax, 3) the carrot cake is pretty fucking amazing, 3) the latte is the best in a mile-and-a-half radius, 4) the hot-drink-and-cake-£3.50-deal is tempting to the point of mandatory, and 5) the regular white Americano, although small, is superb. Reasons to avoid Caffeine include the fact that I feel obliged nearly always to buy cake, and its position between the tube station and my college make me an open target for colleagues or students wanting a piece of me for any reason at all.
When I can be arsed to walk for ten minutes to West Hampstead, there's the new-ish café there in St James church. Kitted out after they closed the Post Office, the Sherriff Centre café offers insane chocolate and Guinness cake, but in this cavernous space the children's adventure soft play climbing frame makes for a disturbing writing environment at best (although the complementary water comes with cucumber). There is also Sweet Spot, down the road a little bit from Milan; they are mostly here for ice cream, though, so the coffee is only ok. Plus it's kitted out like an American diner, which just feels inherently strange.


text:
I programmed my dreams with Archangel Raphael, Archangel Chamuel and Archangel Ariel. I asked them to continue in my dream healing process by helping me in the continuation of experiencing oneness with my divine source in the most surprising , exciting and profound ways that I will recognize. I also asked that they please continue to work with me in my dreams in helping me to make a paradigm shift from scarcity to abundance. I have a strong desire to travel more extensively. In addition, I asked them to please shift my paradigm from feeling alone and single to a paradigm in which I feel connected, loved and wanted.
In my dream, my brother is in Vietnam. I have decided at the last minute and very spontaneously to go to Vietnam to meet him there. I am nervous, anxious, and I am also a little scared. I am flying out with very little preparation in the middle of the night. I think I might be worried about sleeping on the flight. I am trying to get it together and preparing as much as I can. There seems to be water overflowing out of the tub or the sink. My laptop is floating in the overflow. I take a bucket, and I fill it with water. I then dump it somewhere else. The water goes down and is back to normal instantly, and I am relieved.
I woke up this morning feeling a bit anxious at the thought traveling to Vietnam, a place that is far out of my comfort zone. In the dream, I am traveling at night, and I am very nervous. In real life, I have never been to Vietnam. I have no desire to go, since it would be too long of a flight. I do, however, have plans of going to Europe next year. I am excited, but I am concerned about the long flight and my ability to sleep on the plane. It would be an overnight flight. I have been on a lot of cruises, but I have not been to Europe in over 40 years. Archangels Raphael, Ariel and Chamuel want me to expand my horizons, and they are showing me that it is time to express my personal and financial freedom and my ability to move about freely in my life without restrictions. Water overflowing out of the sink or bathtub in my mind represents the overflowing of fears, insecurities and restrictions that hold me back in my life (my limiting beliefs); however, in the dream, I resolved them immediately by stopping the water from overflowing. The water went down immediately. My laptop is how I do my business, and it is in the water. I strongly believe that it represents my worries and fears about not being able to express my deep desire to travel extensively in life.


text:
In light of the shootings at Virginia Tech and Northern Illinois University (NIU), students across the nation have assembled in support of policies for concealed carry of guns on college campuses. The group known as Students for Concealed Carry on Campus (SCCC) has garnered more than 18,000 members, becoming the largest non-profit student organization advocating the right to carry concealed guns for safety and security reasons.
Read Original at: Student Life


text:
Hepburn Swing Dress in Red and Black Sorrento Print by The Pretty Dress
Hepburn Swing Dress in Red and Black Sorrento Print by The Pretty Dress
New season limited edition 'Hepburn' in a beautiful red and black floral print by The Pretty Dress! Details include chic high neckline which flows into a flattering back 'V'. Mid length sleeves that finish above the elbow, swing skirt and cinched waist highlighted with a black patent belt.
This garment is designed and made in the UK by The Pretty Dress Company'.
As we carry a range of different brands and styles from all over the world, we have taken the time to measure each garment in order to ensure that you order the right size for you! Please always check our size charts, and your own body measurements before ordering!
Available Sizes:
Bust: 82cm - 84cm
Waist: 67cm - 69cm
Length: 64cm
Bust: 107cm - 109cm
Waist: 91cm - 93cm
Length: 67cm
Bust: 110cm - 112cm
Waist: 95cm - 97cm
Length: 67cm
70% Viscose, 27% Nylon, 3% Spandex
Care Instructions: Dry Clean Only.
Model is the beautiful Miss Lottie Giverny! (Wearing size 2XL)


text:
Aphrodite Leggings
The Aphrodite Leggings from Muscle Club Apparel® are made from 90% polyester and 10% elastane which is sweat-wicking, and simultaneously offers great support and coverage with a cool, smooth feel. Our engineered mesh fabric panels give a lightweight and breathable quality while keeping great shape retention. Designed to hold you close, and move with you.


text:
valentine film hot dog
NOW SHOWING FEB 3 – FEB 9 95. 7:00 PM: LA LA LAND (Winner of 7 Golden Globes & tying epic TITANIC with 14 Academy Award nominations!) LA LA LAND, the modern take on retro pop up hot dog toaster in stock with fast, uk delivery. Slant Magazine s film section is your gateway to some of the web s most incisive and biting film criticism and features daddy is an affectionate, familiar term, form of direct address, or nickname for a father. Same Day Flower Delivery! 20% Off FromYouFlowers® it may also refer to: dog training for pets and competition in the se minnesota rochester and twin cities areas. Flowers Delivered Today, From $23 we offer puppy obedience, socialization, and behavioral consults. 99 gastroenterology, pulmonary medicine, internal medicine/family practice & pediatrics. 100% Satisfaction Guaranteed central arizona medical associates is committed to excellence in healthcare. Send Same Day Flowers! Hot Rod is a 2007 American comedy film co-written, directed by, and starring members of The Lonely Island (Andy Samberg, Jorma Taccone and Akiva Schaffer) watch the latest today video at today. The dog was eventually forced into the water but immediately became submerged com askmen s entertainment channel keeps you up to date on pop culture, gadgets, movies reviews, and gear for guys. Panic then broke out among the film crew when the dog appeared to go under in the the german shepherd seen struggling to stay out of a pool while filming a dog s purpose was not forced to complete the scene, and shooting only resumed when he was. Free Porn Movies Porno Tube - Pornpornofree brilliant drama, blue valentine manages to really set the tone of an atmospheric picture that is elevated by a strong cast of talented actors that simply possesses. com steve valentine, actor: crossing jordan. Porn For Free XXX: Porn Video Porn: Porn Videos XXX: Sex video com: XXX Videos XXX El Paso Orthopaedic Surgery Group - Excellence in Orthopaedic Surgery since 1939 Our film critics on blockbusters, independents and everything in between steve valentine was born on october 26, 1966 in bishopbriggs, scotland as steven john valentine. Offers news, comment and features about the British arts scene with sections on books, films, music, theatre, art and architecture he is an actor and producer. Requires free registration christine elise mccarthy was born in boston, massachusetts - the daughter of artists. XXX-Videos-XXX she has been acting professionally since 1988 and is recognized primarily for. com - absolutely free porn video site originally believed as only one car of killers at the scene, it is now noted that two fake police cars seemed to be part of the massacre. With a free viewing of porn xxx videos online in excellent quality Harper s Bazaar Celebrates Fashionable Women; Keanu Reeves Is Back In John Wick: Chapter 2 Sundance Film Festival 2017: MovieMantz s Best Of The Fest! Making Hot Dogs has never been easier! Available To Buy Now From Prezzybox at £44 one in the alley, who s. 95


text:
Use this form to contact us about a bulk buy quote. When you buy two or more items at the same time we will put together a personalised quote to give you a discount on the advertised retail price.
AGA Masterchef XL Range Cookers
The AGA Masterchef XL shouts quality at first site. It's traditional style allows it to fit into any design of kitchen. The Masterchef Xl comes in a range of 5 colours and is available with a gas or induction hob. Designed from the ground up for those who love the traditional range cooker concept but want the instant control of a modern cooker. The AGA Masterchef XL comes in two width categories of a 90cm model and a 110cm version
Showing all 3 results


text:
Check us out over at www.heydeckgames.com
Screenshots from the game!
Please note that these are not from a release candidate.
Simcom Corp submitted
So, finally, with a few hours to spare, i submitted Simcom Corp. to Dream Build Play.
The final day was a real stretch, and sat at the computer for 18 hours. There are still a couple of features that i wanted to put in, but i didnt have the time, but the submitted version is very much playable and polished. In august/september i'll resume work on the game for a release this fall on Xblig, PC and iPad.
This video shows a part of the simulation going on in my game, SimCom.
Timestaking stuff
Almost all of the graphical assets are done, and i've spent the weekend implementing them and replacing the placeholders. This is taking waaaay more time than i thought it would, and it feels like i'm moving along in slowmotion, which would be a good thing if it wasnt that time is actually running out.
It's now 4 weeks left, and yet i havent implemented all graphical features, adapted it to xbox controls, scripted objectives, nor polished…
Either it's time for panic, or time to take a few days vacation from my day job…
Small update
So, the graphics are coming toghether real nice. The designer, Murry, is an excellent artist, and it shows he has great experience from making assets for games. Ill be uploading some screens later on when it's all implemented.
In the end, it turned out to be 58 folder with animations, so it's going to take some time though. =)
Also, i wrote my own implementation of the a-star pathfinding algorithm, and works as it should. But i'll probably have to try to make it more effecient. The map structure to support the algorithm is going to be really helpful aswell, when it comes to determine wall and top positions and drawing some supporting sprite elements.
I'm starting to feel a bit stressed about this, since the absolute deadline is less than 5 weeks away, and i havent even put it in playtest yet, let alone balanced it, or properly implemented all the graphics.
How well polished does it need to be upon submission?


text:
Celiac.com 09/06/2010 - Celiac disease rates have risen some 400% in the last fifty years. Some of that is due to advances in diagnostic technology, and increased awareness, but scientists also consider increased wheat and gluten consumption to be a major cause.
Proper celiac disease diagnosis takes over a decade for about one in four sufferers, so clearly a significant portion of that increase reflects an alarming rise in celiac disease rates over the last decades.
The research team set out to compare the presence of celiac disease epitopes in modern and old hexaploid wheat varieties. The team included H. C. van den Broeck, H. C. de Jong, E. M. Salentijn, L. Dekking, D. Bosch, R. J. Hamer, L. J. Gilissen, I. M. van der Meer, and M. J. Smulders, all affiliated with Plant Research International, Wageningen, The Netherlands.
It's well-known that gluten proteins from wheat can induce celiac disease in genetically susceptible individuals. This happens when antigen presenting cells expose gluten-sensitive T-cell lymphocytes to specific gluten peptides.
To analyze whether wheat breeding contributed to the increase of the prevalence of celiac disease, the team compared genetic diversity of gluten proteins for the presence of two celiac disease epitopes (Glia-alpha9 and Glia-alpha20).
They examined samples of 36 modern European wheat varieties and 50 older varieties grown up to the beginning of the 20th century. Glia-alpha9 is a major (immunodominant) epitope that triggers sensitivity in most celiac disease patients. The minor Glia-alpha20 is included as a technical reference.
Generally, the modern wheat varieties showed higher levels of Glia-alpha9 epitope, and lower levels of Glia-alpha20 epitope compared to the older varieties.
This indicates that modern wheat breeding methods may have promoted an increase in celiac disease epitopes, and thus a proliferation of celiac disease.
On more positive note, there are both modern and older varieties that are known to have relatively low contents of both epitopes.
The team conceives a scenario in which such varieties serve as breeding stock for farmers to one day breed wheat specifically designed to eliminate proteins and other substances that promote and trigger celiac disease. On a large-scale, such varieties might help to reduce fast-increasing rates of celiac disease.


text:
Hand held gages to fully automatic inspection systems, Regal Metrology, Inc. has been providing industrial measurement solutions since 1994.
Regal Metrology represents many of the world's leading metrology related products and services including Micro-Vu Corporation, Renishaw, Mitutoyo, Mahr, Versatile Technology, ProLink and more. We are factory authorized service/calibration provider for Micro-Vu and Versatile Technology with ISO/IEC 17025 Certificate and Scope of Accreditation. Our accreditation scope covers all of the Micro-Vu product line. Our recently renovated training center can accommodate up to 16 trainees. Regal will be hosting regularly scheduled training events.


text:
His name is Richie
He might be Gus
She might be Susie
Tell me what's the fuss?
What's my Indian name?
What's my Indian name?
You don't know where I come from
Or what's my Indian name
You think they're pretty
You think they're keen
If you could have one
Would it be obscene?
Yes, they mean something
But don't say it out loud
No, no don't ask me
No, no, you can't know my Indian name
Her name is Ruthie
And there goes Gram
That's Mary Sue there
Hey Janet and Pam!
There goes Nicholas
Her name is Gay
There's Mara and Gary
Hey Kevin & Ray!
Written by Arigon Starr
©2002 Starrwatcher Publishing (ASCAP)
Lyrics reprinted by Kind Permission
= = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = =
Arigon had an interesting discussion with some Indian ladies at a conference. "One of the gal's all time pet peeve question was 'I understand that's what you're called now, but what is your INDIAN name?' It's as if her given name wasn't "Indian" enough."
The laundry List of names are all friends and relatives of Arigon. It's not every day you get to call out your pals in a song!
Those friends are — Richie Plass, Aunt Susie Alford, Arigon's mom, "Ruthie" Ruth Wahpecome, singer Gram Parsons, Mary Sue Gulzow, Pam Holmberg, Janet Holmberg, Gay Wahpecome, Nicholas Peters, Mara Peters and Gary Bennett.


text:
As we age, certain areas of the body can accumulate fat that is hard to lose, in spite of a healthy diet and vigorous exercise. The neck is one such area. Fatty deposits in the neck can detract from the appearance of the entire body, making a younger person seem older, or a fit person seem out of shape.
Liposuction can give this area a new streamlined contour, enhancing the effect of facial features and improving the profile. Liposuction in this area produces consistently good results, and has a particularly high satisfaction rate. If you are considering neck liposuction, the following information will provide you with a good introduction to the procedure. For more detailed information about how this procedure may help you, we recommend that you schedule a consultation with Dr. Kremer.
Frequently asked questions about Neck Liposuction by Dr. Michael A. Kremer:
The face and neck are usually the first features we notice when we meet someone new, so improvements in this area can create a dramatic change. A firm, trim neck gives the face a more youthful look. Sometimes just having this procedure done provides an incentive to make healthier lifestyle choices, and maintain fitness in the rest of the body. Patients who have been self-conscious about their bulging necklines often feel more comfortable wearing a range of clothing and jewelry styles after liposuction.
During the consultation, you and Dr. Kremer will discuss the changes that you would like to make in your appearance. He will explain the different options available to you, the procedure itself, its risks and limitations, as well as the kind of anesthesia required.
Dr. Kremer will begin with a physical examination to evaluate your overall weight, skin and muscle tone, and distribution of fat deposits. He will also record a medical history, including any medications that you are currently taking.
Be sure to ask all the questions you have about the procedure. Learning everything you can about your options, risks and benefits is the key to making an informed decision.
Before the procedure, a saline solution containing a local anesthetic and adrenaline is injected into the area to be treated, which makes the fat deposits easier to break up and extract. This extra fluid also minimizes trauma to the surrounding tissue, reducing swelling and post-operative pain. The administration of adrenaline also decreases bleeding during surgery, further reducing risks.
During the procedure, Dr. Kremer then makes a tiny incision in the skin, typically in the crease just under the chin or behind the ear lobes. He next inserts a thin tube called a cannula into the fatty area. The cannula is used to break up the fat deposits and sculpt the area to the desired proportions. The unwanted fat is removed with a vacuum syringe or pump, leaving the skin, muscles, nerves, and blood vessels intact.
The procedure takes about one hour.
If you have no medical problems, the procedure can be performed on an outpatient basis, either in the office or in an outpatient clinic. It may be performed under local anesthesia with light sedation or general anesthesia. The longer the procedure is expected to take, the more likely that general anesthesia will be recommended. You may be allowed to return home within a few hours of the surgery, and spend the night in the comfort of your own home.
If you have other medical problems, concurrent procedures, or a lengthier procedure performed under general anesthesia, it may be necessary to spend the night in the hospital so your recovery process can be monitored by a medical staff.
The procedure is most often done with a local anesthetic. The pain during the procedure is most often minimal, although you may feel pressure, movement, or a vibrating sensation.
Your neck may be stiff and sore for a few days, and you may experience some pain, burning, swelling, bleeding or temporary numbness. If necessary, Dr. Kremer will prescribe medication to relieve this initial discomfort.
Your stitches will be removed in about a week. You will be fitted with a compression band to cut down on swelling and to hold your neck in its new shape until the tissues have adjusted.
Most of the bruising and swelling should subside within three weeks. You should be able to return to work within a week, or even within a few days if your work is fairly sedentary. Remember that you will be wearing the compression band for several weeks after your surgery to ensure that your neck stays firmly shaped.
Most people are pleased with the new contour of their necks and often feel a boost in energy and self-confidence. Although liposuction cannot alter skin quality or muscle tone, and should not be a substitute for regular exercise and a balanced diet, your neck will always be slimmer than it would be if you hadn't had this procedure.
Even though the neck size has been reduced, there may be extra skin once the fat has been removed. Although wearing the compression band will help to firm the area, this extra skin may sag, especially if your skin elasticity is poor. It may be necessary to perform a neck lift or facelift, either concurrently or after this procedure.
The fat cells are permanently removed by liposuction, so you will not regain weight in that area.
In general, the best candidates for neck liposuction:
- Have specific fat pockets that are resistant to diet and exercise.
- Do not have frequent fluctuations in weight.
- Desire reshaping and not weight loss.
- Have relatively firm, elastic skin.
- Have had no previous surgery in the area where liposuction is desired.
- Are psychologically stable.
- Do not smoke.
- Are well informed about the procedure.
- Are accepting of any limitations, as discussed with Dr. Kremer.
- Hold realistic expectations about the outcome.
The above is only a partial list of the criteria that Dr. Kremer will consider in determining whether or not this procedure is appropriate for you.
Since the normal aging process affects the firmness and elasticity of the skin, older patients may not experience results as dramatic as those typically achieved in younger patients.
Neck liposuction is often performed in conjunction with a facelift or necklift.
Although liposuction is the most commonly performed cosmetic facial surgery procedure in Germany, and the majority of these operations are successful, there are risks and limitations to the procedure, as with any surgery.
After surgery, some patients experience dimpling, lumpiness, numbness, scarring, discoloration, or sagging skin in the treated area. Following Dr. Kremer's instruction, both before and after surgery, will help minimize these problems. Follow-up surgery may be needed in some cases.


text:
A route that extends right across Thuringia linking seven towns between Eisenach and Altenburg – along the way you can explore the delightful nature and colourful history of this densely forested region.
Historical towns and a number of other attractions in Thuringia are associated with some of the most famous names in German history. The tour begins in Eisenach, the home of Wartburg Castle. After Gotha – birthplace of the German insurance industry – the next stop is the regional capital Erfurt with its 120-metre Merchants' Bridge, the longest in Europe to have buildings along its entire span. Weimar, the home of classicism, has a number of famous attractions. Jena and Gera are also great places to stop off and explore the sights, before you continue to Altenburg where the card game skat was invented in 1813.
Terrain: the route is predominantly on dedicated asphalt-covered cycle paths or back roads, with some sections running along dirt tracks. The profile is hilly in some sections.
Scenery: a long-distance cycle route connecting seven of the most beautiful and historical towns in Thuringia, areas of glorious scenery line the path between them.
Δύο χρήσιμοι συνδυασμοί πλήκτρων για μεταβαλλόμενη εστίαση στο πρόγραμμα περιήγησης:
Μεγέθυνση: +
Σμίκρυνση: +
Περισσότερη βοήθεια προσφέρει ο πάροχος του προγράμματος περιήγησης με ένα κλικ στο εικονίδιο:


text:
Ana Coanai, president of the Administration Council (PCA) of the State Participation Management Institute (IGEPE), said on Monday that 20 of the 107 public and state-partnered companies in Mozambique are in financial crisis. Investigation of six of these companies by A Verdade reveal current liabilities of more than 77.8 billion meticais, with 27.2 billion in short-term debt to national banks and total liabilities of 156.9 billion meticais.
Coanai did not identify the companies in financial crisis or the scale of these problems when she spoke to reporters on the sidelines of a meeting discussing new state business law in Maputo.
However, A Verdade has been investigating Mozambique's public and state-owned companies for more than a year, and has revealed that some of the most emblematic are in a state of technical bankruptcy. These include Mozambique Airlines (LAM), Mozambican Telecommunications (TDM), Mozambique Cellular (MCel), Petróleos de Moçambique (Petromoc), Mozambique Airports and Mozambique Electricity (EDM).
From an analysis of the audited accounts up until 2016 (2015 in the case of the LAM), A Verdade found 77.8 billion meticais in current liabilities. There are 4.1 billion in LAM, 10.3 billion in MCel, 15 billion in Petromoc, 7.8 billion in TDM, 7.9 billion in Airports and 32.5 billion in EDM.
Coanai acknowledged that bank debts were one of the main challenges for these companies and said the government was negotiating debt restructuring. Of the total current liabilities,
A Verdade found 27.2 billion meticais in short-term debt to national banks and 37.7 billion in unpaid invoices with domestic and foreign suppliers. The state-owned company with a highest short-term debt to suppliers is Petróleos de Moçambique, with 9.8 billion meticais, followed by EDM with 7.3 billion and Mozambique Airports with 3.6 billion.
The highest short-term debt to the banks involves EDM with 23.9 billion meticais, followed by MCel, 5.1 billion, and Petromoc, 4 billion, while the highest debt to suppliers is EDM with 23.9 billion meticais, followed by MCel, 5.1 billion, and Petromoc, 4 billion.
The total liabilities of just six of the 107 public and state-owned companies in Mozambique amounted to 156.9 billion meticais, more than the debts illegally contracted by Proindicus, EMATUM and MAM.
The International Monetary Fund's latest Article IV report on Mozambique last March said that "the restructuring of public enterprises in difficulty will be fundamental to improving efficiency and reduce the financial losses "of the Mozambican economy.
According to the IMF, the financial crisis in state-owned enterprises generated less taxes for the state, with deferral of payment to avoid bankruptcy, and is a risk to national banking. The debt of the top 10 state-owned companies increased 47 percent in 2016, contaminating other public and private companies and the private sector.