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"Fiduciary" is the keyword for retirement plan sponsors to keep in mind when making New Year's resolutions for 2013, say legal experts who know the ins and outs of 401(k) and other defined contribution (DC) plans.
To start the New Year right, advisors in the world of the Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA) should work on becoming better plan fiduciaries. That means setting aside time to provide fiduciary education and training to plan fiduciaries, write Bryan Cave LLP partners Edmund Emerson and Lisa Van Fleet in "New Year's Resolutions for Plan Fiduciaries."
Emerson and Van Fleet go on to quote David Wray, president of the Profit Sharing/401(k) Council of America: "The single most important role a plan sponsor serves is being a fiduciary. With increased complexity in plan design, communications, and investment selection, a fiduciary's job is becoming increasingly challenging."
Any ERISA fiduciary who fails to comply with the applicable standard of conduct may be held personally liable for any plan losses resulting from their breach, say Emerson and Van Fleet, which makes periodic training vital for all ERISA fiduciaries. "The simple act of providing fiduciary training to your organization's ERISA fiduciaries will help establish a record of 'procedural prudence' and is the major step to minimizing fiduciary liability," they write.
Ary Rosenbaum, an ERISA/retirement plan attorney for his firm, The Rosenbaum Law Firm P.C., also offers a set of New Year's resolutions for plan fiduciaries, urging sponsors to use good file maintenance, conduct thorough reviews of current practices and to outsource what they can't handle.
"A plan sponsor that wants no part of the fiduciary process of selecting investment options should hire an ERISA §3(38) fiduciary who will assume the bulk of the liability," Rosenbaum writes in a note published on legal website JD Supra. "The same can be said of plan sponsors that want nothing to do with the day-to-day administration of their retirement plan. They should consider hiring an ERISA §3(16) administrator who will assume the bulk of the liability of plan administration."
Here are five more top New Year's resolutions for plan sponsors as fiduciaries, culled from the legal experts' advice.
1) Keep all plan documents and good records.
Rosenbaum says file maintenance may sound pretty basic, but he notes that after 14 years in the business, he's still surprised how many sponsors don't have copies of all of their plan documents and amendments.
"Too many plan sponsors chuck their plan documents when they get a new one through a plan restatement, but the fact is that there are many times when a plan sponsor may need a copy of a previous plan document or amendment," he writes.
For example, Rosenbaum says, a saved file may come in handy when a plan sponsor seeks a favorable determination letter from the Internal Revenue Service for a new plan document. Or, old plan copies are useful for the plan's termination or for clarifying an ambiguity about benefits or provisions in a current plan document. Rosenbaum recommends going paperless and saving PDFs and emails.
2) Review ERISA bond and fiduciary liability insurance.
All retirement plans covered under ERISA must have an ERISA bond to protect assets from theft, Rosenbaum reminds plan sponsors.
"Make sure you have one in place," he advises. "If not, contact your property and casualty broker. If you have a policy, make sure it's for the right amount. The value of the bond must be equal to at least 10% of the total dollar amount of funds handled in the preceding plan year, but in all events not less than $1,000 and not more than $500,000 ($1 million for plans holding employer securities)."
3) Hold regular meetings.
Plan fiduciaries should meet periodically, Emerson and Van Fleet say, recommending at least quarterly meeting to consider information regarding plan investment performance, selection, and oversight of plan investments, investment managers, service providers and other plan administrative matters.
"Minutes of the meetings should be kept to help demonstrate that the fiduciaries have engaged in a prudent process of analyzing and assessing relevant issues," they write.
4) Review and revise a plan's investment policy statement.
The investment policy statement should establish guidelines and procedures for selecting, monitoring and removing investment funds and managers, say the Bryan Cave partners: "Plan fiduciaries must monitor the statement and keep it current to ensure investment decisions are made in a rational manner and to further the purpose of the plan and its funding policy."
In addition, Rosenbaum recommends reviewing plan providers because sponsors are on the hook for providers' errors.
"It's their fiduciary responsibility to make sure they are doing the job they should be doing," he writes. "That's why plan sponsors need to resolve to review the work of their providers to make sure they are doing the work promised. Does the plan sponsor have a financial advisor who never offers investment education to plan participants or hasn't shown up in years to review plan investments? Do they have a TPA who has trouble with compliance testing? Do they have an ERISA attorney who can't spell 401(k)? Seriously, plan sponsors need to have their plan providers reviewed for competence."
5) Review and monitor plan expenses and fees—and consider an audit to ensure compliance with the ERISA 404(c) and qualified default investment alternative (QDIA) requirements.
With the new Department of Labor regulations on fee disclosure, fiduciaries must make sure all required fee disclosures are made on a timely basis and that fees are monitored on a regular basis, according to Emerson and Van Fleet: "Fiduciaries should establish a policy for ongoing plan expense and fee monitoring and benchmarking."
Further, they say, an audit helps ensure compliance with requirements: "ERISA Section 404(c) provides limited protection to fiduciaries of participant-directed individual account plans from fiduciary liability for participants' investment losses; provided that the plan complies with the requirements described in 404(c)."
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OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) -- Business advocates are promoting an 11-point plan to create more jobs in Oklahoma.
A statewide coalition of chambers of commerce released their jobs plan Wednesday. It focuses on issues that the state's business community will pursue during the 2013 legislative session to stimulate economic growth in Oklahoma. Organizations that developed the jobs plan include the State Chamber of Oklahoma, the Greater Oklahoma City Chamber and the Tulsa Regional Chamber.
The agenda focuses on changing the state's workers' compensation system, fully funding state education programs and health care issues.
State Chamber President Fred Morgan says the state is fortunate to have leaders who focus on jobs and improving the economy. Morgan says the state should maintain that momentum and do more to make Oklahoma a good place to do business.

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Mourners remember Sister Frances Monson
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Duchesne Co. man turns himself in for hatchet attack
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Live sex show at Syracuse movie theater leads to 6 arrests
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Exhibit gives kids behind-the-scenes look at natural disasters
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Steven Powell can't return to home due to community concerns
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Man accused of shooting at deputies found competent for trial
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2 years later, Joplin still has much to do in aftermath of tornado
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Report: Medicaid expansion comes with 'significant' costs to taxpayers
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UDOT crews plan massive pipe installation in Parleys Canyon
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Police believe West Point brothers were stabbed to death
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Kennecott lays off 100 more employees
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Utah search and rescue team on high alert after Okla. tornado
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Job market tight for 30K college grads in Utah this year
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Healthiest principals from Salt Lake Valley win $1K for schools
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(Society and Self, Critical Representations in Literature)
Joseph Heller's Catch-22 details the physical and psychological struggles of a young airman named Yossarian, who feigns illness and madness in an attempt to avoid being killed over World War II Italy. Realizing that the war is putting him in personal danger, Yossarian mounts a series of protests against it. At first, his protests are passive, as when he feigns illness and seeks refuge in an army field hospital. Later, he refuses to fly bombing missions, goes AWOL, and attempts escape, by inflatable rubber lifeboat, from Italy to Sweden.
Catch-22 features a dizzying array of characters, each having a unique dysfunctional relationship with the military bureaucracy that Heller rails against. Yossarian fights against the system because it does not take him into account. Orr, one of Yossarian's peers, who shares Yossarian's distaste for the war, successfully turns the military's complete disregard for him into a tool that eventually enables him to escape. In contrast, Milo Minderbinder, one of the more insidious characters, harnesses the system for his own personal gain, counting on the self-interest of others to divert their attention from his ruthless profiteering.
One of the most haunting characters in the novel is the soldier in white. Completely wrapped, like a mummy, in strip bandages, the soldier in white first appears as a patient at the field hospital where Yossarian is hiding from the war. Yossarian observes that...
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Incoming contributions rose for the fourth year in a row while outgoing grants rose for the third straight year, making 2012 a record year for both measures of donor activity, Fidelity Charitable reported Tuesday, citing last year's improved stock market, economic conditions and uncertain tax climate.
In 2012, donors recommended more than 428,000 grants totaling $1.6 billion, up 13% from a year ago, and contributed $3.6 billion for charitable accounts. Boston-based Fidelity Charitable is an independent public charity that has helped donors support more than 160,000 nonprofit organizations with more than $14 billion in grants since 1991. Both dollar figures represent a 24% increase compared to 2011. The number of new charitable accounts rose 32% compared to 2011.
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What does CAT mean in Community?
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- cat, true cat(noun)
- feline mammal usually having thick soft fur and no ability to roar: domestic cats; wildcats
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Tarlov cysts are abnormal sacs of spinal fluid that usually form at the lower end of the spine, which is called the sacrum. Tarlov cysts contain spinal nerve fibers within the cyst wall.
The cause of a Tarlov cyst is unknown but may be related to:
- Trauma to the spine
- Increase in cerebrospinal fluid pressure
- Blockage of cerebrospinal fluid
Risk Factors
Although gender may not be a risk factor, Tarlov cysts have more often been found in women than men.
Tarlov cysts may be linked to connective tissue disorders such as systemic lupus erythematosus and Marfan syndrome .
Most of the time, Tarlov cysts do not cause symptoms. When symptoms do occur, they may include:
- Bladder or bowel dysfunction
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- Pain in the lower back, buttocks, legs and feet, vagina, rectum, or abdomen
- Pain when coughing or sneezing
- Weakness, cramping, or numbness in the buttocks, legs, and feet
- Swelling, soreness, or tenderness around the lower end of the spine
- Abnormal sensations in the legs and feet, or less commonly in the arms and hands
- Pain when sitting or standing
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- Loss of sensation on the skin
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If you have a Tarlov cyst, the following may cause it to become painful or cause other symptoms:
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Richard Platt's curator insight, January 12, 2016 6:34 PM
Designing for service is not new, and people who are exceedingly adept at designing for fantastic services aren't new either. Entire industries are built upon service experience. The question is, why does there seem to be an explosion of interest service design as a field now, when great service is nothing new? New conferences are popping up by major organizers; Adaptive Path is on its 3rd service experience conference, Service Experience Chicago just had it's 2nd year, and the O'Reilly Design Conference is new this year with only one speaker showcasing service design. If you look for books on service design, there are a few recent publications that are relevant to the landscape today, but these are very recent and just starting to tackle this idea of integrating service design into what we do outside of service industries. It's not hard to find examples of great service from long before service design was a discipline or something that had a proper name. Looking at the 20th century, many industries strived to deliver customer experiences that were well planned and filled with deliberate moments of delight; early commercial air travel, ocean cruises, full service resort hotels, fine dining, spas. Or, look at an elaborate and well planned wedding that is a choreographed event – people have long had the mind, knowhow, and ability to create these top rate "end-to-end" experience.
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What does AF mean in Chemistry?
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- .af is the Internet country code top-level domain for Afghanistan. It is administered by AFGNIC, a service of the UNDP and the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan. Registration is made directly at the second level, or on the third level beneath various categorized subdomains at the second level. Third-level domains have restrictions based on which second-level domain they are registered under. Registration on second level is unrestricted, but more expensive. All fees are higher for international registrants.
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Several Joint Liability:
When a party is liable for all of the damage incurred by a third party after becoming excessively high on marijuana.
Jake decided to smoke a pack of joints, and, as all stoners do when they get high, he took a baseball bat to every car window on his block. Jake will be liable for the damage under the Several Joint Liability doctrine introduced by Justice Holmes in the landmark case Marley v. Jane.


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- Ars, or Arsim is a derogatory Hebrew slang term for the Israeli stereotype of a low-class young man. The stereotype may also refer to attributes such as flashy jewelry and clothing. A woman fitting this stereotype is an Arsit, the word formed by adding the Hebrew feminine ending "it" to the Arabic word "Ars". Other term used for women is Freha, originally a female Moroccan first name popular in the 1950s and the 1960s, during the large immigration wave from Morocco to Israel. The Ars subculture traditionally was associated with young Jews of Moroccan, Yemeni, and Iranian origin, but in recent years has expanded to a broader range of ethnicities. The term is often considered offensive and racist towards Mizrahi youth, and is usually considered pejorative when said in person. Some criticize the term for stereotyping Mizrahi youth culture and for being inaccurate. In Arabic the word ars has several meanings: ⁕A pimp in general ⁕A cuckold, a man whose wife is unfaithful to him ⁕A man who pimps his wife ⁕A wicked or contemptible person, a "bad guy" ⁕A bastard, an illegitimate child
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Acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS) - a devastating disease caused by the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), AIDS kills or impairs cells of the immune system and progressively destroys the body's ability to fight infections and certain cancers. HIV is most commonly spread by sexual contact with an infected partner. The term AIDS applies to the most advanced stages of an HIV infection.
Adjuvant treatment - treatment that is added to other therapies to increase effectiveness.
Artificial insemination - a procedure that involves the mechanical placement of relatively large numbers of healthy sperm either at the entrance of the cervix or into a women's uterus, bypassing the cervix, to increase the chance of egg fertilization and pregnancy.
Ascending colon - part of the colon on the right side of the abdomen.
Atherosclerosis - a type of arteriosclerosis caused by a build-up of plaque in the inner lining of an artery.
Balloon urethroplasty - a thin tube with a balloon is inserted into the opening of the penis and guided to the narrowed portion of the urethra; there the balloon is inflated to widen the urethra and ease the flow of urine.
Barium - a metallic, chemical, chalky, liquid used to coat the inside of organs so that they will show up on an X-ray.
Barium enema X-ray - lower gastrointestinal (GI) series that shows the anatomy of the colon by putting barium into the colon (much like an enema) before the X-ray is done.
Barium swallow - upper gastrointestinal (GI) series that shows the esophagus, stomach, and sometimes the uppermost parts of the small intestine by having the patient drink the barium liquid before the X-ray is done.
Benign prostatic hyperplasia (also called BPH or benign prostatic hypertrophy) - an enlargement of the prostate caused by disease or inflammation. It is not cancer, but its symptoms are often similar to some of those of prostate cancer.
Benign tumor - an abnormal growth that is not cancer and does not spread to other areas of the body.
Biological therapy (also called immunotherapy, biotherapy, or biological response modifier therapy) - uses the body's immune system, either directly or indirectly, to fight cancer or to lessen side effects that may be caused by some cancer treatments.
Biopsy - a procedure in which tissue samples are removed (with a needle or during surgery) from the body for examination under a microscope to determine if cancer or other abnormal cells are present.
Bladder - a triangle-shaped, hollow organ located in the lower abdomen that holds urine. It is held in place by ligaments that are attached to other organs and the pelvic bones. The bladder's walls relax and expand to store urine, and contract and flatten to empty urine through the urethra.
Body mass index (BMI) - a measure of weight proportionate to height. Defined as weight in kilograms divided by the square of the height in centimeters.
Breast cancer - a cancerous tumor of the breast tissue.
Cancer - general term for a large group of diseases (more than 100), all characterized by uncontrolled growth, invasion, and spread of abnormal cells to other parts of the body.
Chemotherapy - treatment with drugs to destroy cancer cells.
Chlamydial infection - very common sexually transmitted disease or urinary tract infection caused by a bacteria-like organism in the urethra and reproductive system.
Colon - large intestine or large bowel.
Colonoscopy - test to look into the rectum and colon through a long, flexible, narrow tube (called a colonoscope) with a light and tiny lens on the end.
Colorectal cancer - cancer that occurs in the colon (large intestine) or the rectum (the end of the large intestine).
Compound fracture -a type of fracture in which the broken bone protrudes through the skin.
Computed tomography scan (also called a CT or CAT scan) - a diagnostic imaging procedure that uses a combination of X-rays and computer technology to produce horizontal and vertical cross-sectional images (often called slices) of the body. A CT scan shows detailed images of any part of the body, including the bones, muscles, fat, and organs. CT scans provide more detailed images than general X-rays.
Contusion - a bruise caused by a blow to the muscle, tendon, or ligament; caused when blood pools around the point of injury and discolors the skin.
Coronary artery bypass - a surgical procedure in which small portions of veins or arteries are taken from one part of the body and transplanted into the heart to bypass clogged coronary arteries around the heart.
Coronary heart disease - a condition in which the coronary arteries narrow from an accumulation of plaque (atherosclerosis) and cause a decrease in blood flow to the heart.
Cryosurgery or cryoprostatectomy - freezing of the prostate through the use of liquid nitrogen probes guided by transrectal ultrasound of the prostate.
Cystoscopy (also called cystourethroscopy) - an examination in which a scope, a flexible tube and viewing device, is inserted through the urethra to examine the bladder and urinary tract for structural abnormalities or obstructions, such as tumors or stones.
Cryptorchidism - failure of one or both of the testicle(s) to move down into the scrotum.
Descending colon - the middle part of the colon located on the left side of the abdomen.
Diagnosis - identifying a disease by its signs, symptoms, and laboratory findings.
Digital rectal exam (DRE) - procedure in which the health care provider inserts a gloved and lubricated finger into the rectum to examine the rectum and the prostate gland for signs of cancer.
Electroencephalogram (EEG) - a procedure that records the brain's continuous electrical activity by means of electrodes attached to the scalp.
Endoscopy - a diagnostic procedure that uses a lighted, flexible scope threaded through a structure or organ, such as the esophagus or colon, to diagnose internal abnormalities. Surgical procedures may also be performed with endoscopy.
Erectile dysfunction (also called impotence) - the inability to achieve an erection, and/or dissatisfaction with the size, rigidity, and/or duration of erections.
Erythroplakia - a red patch of mucous membrane inside the mouth; one cause of oral cancer.
Expectant management or therapy - "watchful waiting" or close monitoring of prostate cancer by a physician instead of immediate treatment.
External urethral sphincter muscle - a voluntary and involuntary ring-like band of muscle fibers that you voluntarily contract when you want to stop urinating.
Fecal occult blood test - test to check for hidden blood in stool; screening test for cancer of the colon or rectum.
Functional incontinence - leakage of urine or stool due to a difficulty reaching a restroom in time because of physical conditions such as arthritis.
Genital herpes - a sexually transmitted disease caused by the herpes simplex virus.
Genital warts - a sexually transmitted disease caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV).
Gonorrhea - a common sexually transmitted disease caused by a bacterium, which can lead to infertility in women.
Grading - a diagnostic process done in the lab with cells taken from the prostate to measure how aggressive the tumor is. The cancer cells are graded by how closely they look like normal cells.
Heart attack (also called myocardial infarction) - damage to the heart muscle due to insufficient blood supply.
Hormone therapy - the use of hormones, medications, or surgery to suppress (block) or mimic hormones and alter the growth of hormone sensitive cancer.
Human papillomaviruses (HPVs) - a group of viruses that can cause warts. Some HPVs are sexually transmitted and cause wart-like growths on the genitals. HPV is a major risk factor for cervical, vulvar, vaginal, urethral, penile, anus, and some head and neck cancers.
Impotence (also called erectile dysfunction) - the inability to achieve an erection, and/or dissatisfaction with the size, rigidity, and/or duration of erections.
In vitro fertilization - treatment for infertility in which a woman's egg is fertilized, outside her body, with her partner's sperm or sperm from a donor.
Indigestion (also called dyspepsia) - poor digestion; symptoms include heartburn, nausea, bloating, and gas.
Insomnia - inability to sleep or to stay asleep throughout the night.
Intravenous pyelogram (IVP) - a series of X-rays of the kidney, ureters, and bladder with the injection of a contrast dye into the vein to detect tumors, abnormalities, kidney stones, or any obstructions, and to assess renal blood flow.
Jaundice - a yellow discoloration of the skin and eye whites due to abnormally high levels of bilirubin (bile pigmentation) in the bloodstream.
Kegel exercises - Repeatedly tightening and releasing the pelvic muscle, strengthening it in order to prevent urine leakage.
Leukoplakia - a whitish patch of mucous membrane inside the mouth; one cause of oral cancer.
Lymph nodes - small glands located in many areas of the body that are part of the immune system and help defend the body against harmful foreign particles.
Lymphadenectomy - a procedure in which lymph nodes are taken from the body for purposes of diagnosing or staging cancer.
Lymphangiogram - an X-ray that uses a special dye to look at lymph vessels and nodes.
Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) - a diagnostic procedure that uses a combination of large magnets, radiofrequencies, and a computer to produce detailed images of organs and structures within the body.
Malignant tumor - a mass of cancer cells that may invade surrounding tissues or spread to distant areas of the body.
Metastasis - the spread of cancer cells to distant areas of the body by way of the lymph system or blood stream.
Microsurgical fertilization - a procedure used to facilitate sperm penetration into the oocyte (egg), so that fertilization takes place under the microscope.
Modified radical mastectomy - the removal of the breast, some lymph nodes in the armpit, and sometimes part of the chest wall muscles.
Multiple semen analysis - at least two semen examples are collected on separate days to examine the semen and sperm for various factors, such as semen volume, consistency, and pH, and the sperm count, motility, and morphology (shape).
Nerve sparing technique - a surgical technique during a radial prostatectomy where one or both of the neurovascular bundles controlling erections are spared.
Obesity - an excessive accumulation of fat in the body. A person with a body mass index (BMI) greater than 30 is considered obese.
Oral cancer - a cancer found in the oral cavity (mouth), on the lip, and the oropharynx (the part of the throat at the back of the mouth).
Orchiectomy (also called castration) - the surgical removal of the testicles.
Overflow incontinence - leakage that occurs when the quantity of urine produced exceeds the bladder's capacity to hold it.
Overweight - a label of ranges of weight that are greater than what is generally considered healthy for a given person. A person with a body mass index (BMI) between 25 and 30 is considered overweight.
Penis - the outer reproductive organ of a male.
Percutaneous transluminal coronary angioplasty (PTCA) - a technique to treat heart disease and chest pain by using angioplasty in the coronary arteries to permit more blood flow into the heart.
Peyronie's disease - a plaque, or hard lump, that forms on the erection tissue of the penis. The plaque often begins as an inflammation that may develop into a fibrous tissue causing a curvature to the penis.
Polyp - a growth that projects from the lining of mucous membrane, such as the intestine.
Polyposis - presence of many polyps.
Premature ejaculation (PE) - the inability to maintain an erection long enough for mutual satisfaction. Premature ejaculation is divided into primary and secondary forms.
Priapism - persistent erection of the penis, usually accompanied by tenderness and pain.
Proctectomy - operation to remove the rectum.
Proctitis - inflammation of the rectum.
Proctocolectomy (also called coloproctectomy) - operation to remove the colon and rectum.
Proctocolitis - inflammation of the colon and rectum.
Proctologist - a doctor who specializes in disorders of the anus and rectum.
Proctoscope - short, rigid metal tube used to look into the rectum and anus.
Proctoscopy - looking into the rectum and anus with a proctoscope.
Proctosigmoiditis - inflammation of the rectum and the sigmoid colon.
Proctosigmoidoscopy - endoscopic examination of the rectum and sigmoid colon. (See also endoscopy.)
Prostate - a sex gland in men that secretes some of the fluid that makes up semen. It is about the size of a walnut, and surrounds the neck of the bladder and urethra, the tube that carries urine from the bladder. It is partly muscular and partly glandular, with ducts opening into the prostatic portion of the urethra. It is made up of three lobes: a center lobe with one lobe on each side.
Prostatectomy - surgical procedure for the partial or complete removal of the prostate.
Prostate-specific antigen (PSA) - a protein made by the prostate gland and found in the blood; high levels may indicate cancer in the prostate gland.
Prostate-specific antigen (PSA) blood test - a blood test used to help detect prostate cancer by measuring a substance called prostate-specific antigen produced by the prostate.
Prostatism - any condition of the prostate that causes interference with the flow of urine from the bladder.
Prostatitis - an inflamed condition of the prostate gland that may be accompanied by discomfort, pain, frequent urination, infrequent urination, and, sometimes, fever.
Radiation - use of high-energy radiation from x-rays, neutrons, and other sources to kill cancer cells and shrink tumors.
Radical prostatectomy - surgery to remove the prostate along with the two seminal vesicle glands attached to the prostate.
Radical retropubic prostatectomy - an operation to remove the entire prostate gland and seminal vesicles through the lower abdomen.
Rectal manometry - a test that uses a thin tube and balloon to measure pressure and movements of the rectal and anal sphincter muscles.
Rectal ultrasound - a test in which a probe is inserted in the rectum and directs sound waves at the prostate. The patterns of the sound waves form an image of the prostate gland on a computer screen.
Rectum - lower end of the large intestine, leading to the anus.
RICE (rest, ice, compression, and elevation) - treatment plan for acute injury to prevent inflammatory processes from becoming uncontrolled and to speed up the recovery process by eliminating swelling; acute injury management.
Scrotum - the bag of skin that holds the testicles.
Segmental mastectomy - surgery to remove a portion of the breast.
Sexually transmitted disease (STD) - infection spread through sexual intercourse and other intimate sexual contact.
Sigmoid colon - lower part of the colon that empties into the rectum.
Sigmoidoscopy - examination of the rectum and lower part of the colon (sigmoid colon) using a flexible viewing tube passed through the rectum.
Skin cancer - a malignant tumor that starts in the skin cells.
Sperm disorders - problems with the production and maturation of sperm; the single most common cause of male infertility. Sperm may be immature, abnormally shaped, unable to move properly, or, normal sperm may be produced in abnormally low numbers (oligospermia).
Sphincter muscles - circular muscles that, for example, help keep urine from leaking by closing tightly like a rubber band around the opening of the bladder.
Sprain - trauma to a joint that causes pain, swelling, and disability due to damage to a ligament.
Staging - an evaluation of the extent of disease that provides the basis for making treatment recommendations.
Stem cell transplantation - removing stem cells from the patient or a donor and re-infusing them into the patient to help in production of healthy blood cells; a method of replacing stem cells which are destroyed by cancer treatment.
Strain - a partial or complete tear of a muscle or tendon.
Stress fractures - weak spots or small cracks in the bone caused by continuous overuse.
Stress incontinence - the most common type of incontinence that involves the leakage of urine during exercise, coughing, sneezing, laughing, lifting heavy objects, or other body movements that put pressure on the bladder.
Syphilis - a sexually transmitted disease caused by Treponema pallidum bacteria. The initial symptom of syphilis is a painless open sore that usually appears on the penis or around or in the vagina. If untreated, syphilis may go on to more advanced stages, including a transient rash and, eventually, serious involvement of the heart and central nervous system.
Testicular cancer - cancer that develops in a testicle.
Testis - one of the pair of male gonads that produce semen; suspended in the scrotum by the spermatic cords.
Testosterone - male sex hormone produced mostly by the testicles, although a small amount is made by the adrenal glands.
Transrectal ultrasound of the prostate - a test using sound wave echoes to create an image of the prostate gland to visually inspect for abnormal conditions like gland enlargement, nodules, or penetration of a tumor through capsule of the gland and into the seminal vesicles or other nearby tissues. The ultrasound probe is inserted in the rectum and directs sound waves at the prostate. It may also be used for guidance of needle biopsies of the prostate gland and guiding the nitrogen probes in cryosurgery.
Transurethral surgery - surgery in which no external incision (cut) is needed. For prostate transurethral surgery, the surgeon reaches the prostate by inserting an instrument through the urethra. See below for different types of transurethral surgery.
Transurethral hyperthermia - an investigative procedure that uses heat, usually provided by microwaves, to shrink the prostate.
Transurethral incision of the prostate (TUIP) - a procedure that widens the urethra by making some small cuts in the bladder neck, where the urethra joins the bladder, and in the prostate gland itself.
Transurethral laser incision of the prostate (TULIP) - the use of laser through the urethra that melts the tissue.
Transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP) - a surgical procedure by which portions of the prostate gland are removed through the penis.
Transverse colon - part of the colon that extends across the abdomen from right to left.
Tunica vaginalis - a thin pouch that holds the testes within the scrotum.
Ulcerative colitis - serious disease that causes ulcers and irritation in the inner lining of the colon and rectum.
Ultrasound (also called sonography) - a diagnostic imaging technique which uses high-frequency sound waves and a computer to create images of blood vessels, tissues, and organs. Ultrasounds are used to view internal organs as they function, and to assess blood flow through various vessels.
Urethra - narrow channel through which urine passes from the bladder out of the body.
Urge incontinence - the inability to hold urine long enough to reach a restroom. It is often found in people who have conditions such as diabetes, stroke, dementia, Parkinson's disease, and multiple sclerosis, but may be an indication of other diseases or conditions that would also warrant medical attention.
Urinalysis - laboratory examination of urine for various cells and chemicals, such as red blood cells, white blood cells, infection, or excessive protein.
Urinary incontinence - the loss of bladder control.
Urinary tract infection (UTI) - an infection that occurs in the urinary tract; often caused by bacteria such as Escherichia coli. A urinary tract infection often causes frequent urination, pain and burning when urinating, and blood in the urine.
Urine flow study - a test in which the patient urinates into a special device that measures how quickly the urine is flowing. A reduced flow may suggest benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH).
Urogenital - refers to the urinary and reproductive systems.
Urology - the branch of medicine concerned with the urinary tract in both genders, and with the genital tract or reproductive system in the male.
Vas deferens - the tubes leading to the testes.
Vasectomy - a surgical procedure performed to make a man sterile, or unable to father a child. It is a permanent male birth control measure, and a means of contraception used in many parts of the world.
Watchful waiting - close monitoring of prostate cancer by a doctor instead of immediate treatment. Also called expectant management.


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Gov. Nikki Haley directed her Cabinet agencies Tuesday to review their regulations, saying South Carolina needs to get rid of government rules that hamper businesses.
Haley signed an executive order that creates an 11-member task force to review regulations and make recommendations on which ones to throw out or alter. It also requires her 16 Cabinet agencies to report their suggestions to the task force by mid-May.
The Republican governor can't mandate other state agencies do the same, but she's encouraging them to.
"We are continuing to make sure every agency in South Carolina is customer-service friendly," she told reporters after her Cabinet meeting. "These agencies work for the taxpayer, for the businesses. If they're costing them time, they're costing them money."
The task force has until mid-November to issue its report to the Legislature. The idea is that regulation changes will be introduced for the 2014 legislative session. Haley directed her Cabinet directors to make whatever changes they could on their own.
The director of the state Chamber of Commerce said the initiative sounds like a good idea.
Otis Rawl said environmental permits give his members the most concern, because the process can drag on indefinitely. Business owners want a timely decision, so they can decide whether to end a project or take it elsewhere if necessary, he said.
"We've got to fix the system where permits can get through the process without delays," Rawl said.
While the Department of Health and Environment Control is not a Cabinet agency, Haley appointed all of its board members, and she plans to discuss the directive with DHEC officials.
DHEC director Catherine Templeton, who took the agency's helm last year, said she supports the governor's order and is working to change DHEC's historically slow action. That includes launching an online site next month, dubbed "permitting central," which will chart the process and provide links to documents for filling out.
"It's an online, fabulous, walk-you-through what you need," Templeton said.
Haley said she doesn't want agencies to compromise safety: "Our goal is always safety."
The founder of the Coastal Conservation League called her choice of words peculiar.
"DHEC's goal is not safety per se but to ensure our environment's not compromised, from human health to maintaining healthy wildlife populations," said Dana Beach, adding he's withholding judgment until he sees the list of appointees.
Beach, who hopes to be put on the panel, said he agrees the regulatory process could be more efficient.
"To the extent that things could be done to raise that level of efficiency and also improve environmental outcomes, then more power to this committee," he said, adding that its success will also depend on funding. "In order to run these programs smoothly and efficiently, there has to be enough money to hire the staff to do it. You can't have three people responsible for something it takes six people to do."
Haley first announced her plans to create a regulatory review task force in her State of the State address last month. The not-yet-created panel is to be made up of four legislative appointees and seven appointed by Haley: four business leaders, and one representative each from DHEC, the health care industry and conservationists. Haley will name who will head it.
The task force is separate from the ongoing work of the Small Business Regulatory Review Committee, an 11-member panel of business owners created in 2004 and housed in the Commerce Department.
Haley also wants to change how regulations take effect.
Currently, agencies must submit proposed regulations to legislators for review – a step that follows the public hearing process. If the Legislature takes no action within 120 days – not the 180 days Haley referenced – the regulation takes effect automatically. Legislators could otherwise vote to kill the regulation or send it back to the agency for tweaking.
Haley contends too many regulations slip through without a thorough review by legislators.
"That's a scary thing for government," Haley said. "Regulations can be the most costly thing to a business. Regulations are just as important as bills."
A bill introduced in the House last month would require the Legislature to approve regulations. Similar bills passed by that chamber have died in the Senate.
The director of the Department of Social Services said she goes through the regulatory process only when the federal government requires it. That final step of legislative review is unlike other states, where regulations are an administrative function, said Lillian Koller, who came to South Carolina from Hawaii.
"I avoid it like the plague. … That slows things down," she said, adding she instead makes policies and procedures to cover how things operate within the agency.


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In Trout and Puig, lightning has struck twice in SoCal
LOS ANGELES -- The odds must be astronomical against two baseball meteors landing in the same geographical region with enormously positive impact in back-to-back seasons. On the other hand, maybe not, in light of the location.
"This is Hollywood," Dodgers manager Don Mattingly said, grinning.
In a sport tying together so many components and elements, it seems implausible that a fresh-faced rookie with little or no experience can transform an entire team overnight from something ordinary into something extraordinary.
In consecutive seasons, that is precisely what we have seen with the Angels' Mike Trout and the Dodgers' Yasiel Puig.
"What we're seeing now is like [Willie] Mays, [Mickey] Mantle and [Duke] Snider in that late '50s era when Frank Robinson, [Hank] Aaron and [Roberto] Clemente came along," Angels manager Mike Scioscia said. "You look at Trout, you look at [Bryce] Harper, you look at Puig and [Manny] Machado ... these are five-tool guys with unbelievable talent. They're all just getting started and have the ability to do great things for a long time."
It is Scioscia's good fortune to see Trout on a daily basis. And the former Dodgers catcher has seen enough of Puig to get a line on his soaring talents.
"Tremendous athlete," Scioscia said. "Great speed -- and bat speed."
The parallels are striking and undeniable, if you have witnessed the unfolding of both stories, reel to reel, in classic Hollywood fashion.
The Angels were spinning their wheels last season, 6-14 and seemingly going nowhere, when Trout, just 20 years old, showed up in late April, lifting the club's spirits and performance level immediately.
From the day Trout arrived to the end of the season, the Angels' 83-59 record was a half-game behind the Yankees (84-59) and the A's (83-58) for the best in the American League over that stretch. The Tigers were 78-64 over the same period, winning the AL Central -- and clinching the AL Most Valuable Player Award for Miguel Cabrera over Trout, even though the Angels had a better overall record by one game.
After leading the league in hitting most of the season, Trout, at .328, finished second to Cabrera, the Triple Crown winner.
Trout ranked third in the AL in on-base percentage (.399), third in slugging (.564) and second in OPS (.963). The biggest surprise was his power surge to 30 homers and 83 RBIs, an uncommonly high figure for a leadoff hitter. He led the Majors in runs scored with 129 and steals with 49, getting caught just five times for a 90.7-percent success rate.
Playing superb center field, he took away four home runs. Trout was as complete a package as the game had seen in years. He awakened a slumbering team with his skills and upbeat, enthusiastic attitude.
It felt like a once-a-lifetime experience. Turns out, the Cuban Comet was on his way to virtually match Trout's impact.
Puig, 22, hit everything that moved in the spring but was sent to Double-A Chattanooga to smooth over the rough edges. With Matt Kemp and Carl Crawford on the disabled list, Dodgers management took a flyer on the fleet outfielder, and when he danced into the home clubhouse at Dodger Stadium on June 3, the party was about to start.
Puig joined a last-place team, 23-32, 8 1/2 games out of first place in the National League West. Mattingly may have been on the verge of getting fired, according to widely circulated media reports.
By the end of that June 3 night, everything changed. A team that seemed sound asleep suddenly had a pulse. The Dodgers beat the Padres, 2-1, on Puig's stunningly perfect throw from the right-field warning track to first baseman Adrian Gonzalez, doubling up a baffled Chris Denorfia.
It was just the start of an incredible display of athletic prowess. With Puig in their lineup, the Dodgers have gone 49-20, seizing their division by the throat with one of the most impressive runs of excellence in Major League history.
When Boston's Jake Peavy shut them down on Sunday night, giving the Red Sox a 2-1 series win, it was the first series the Dodgers have lost in their past 19.
Puig is sixth in the Majors with a .342 average since his June 3 arrival. The leader over that period? Trout, with a .363 mark. Only the Cardinals' Matt Carpenter, with 54, has scored more runs than Puig's 51 in that span.
While there are those who insist on belaboring Puig's highly visible flaws, rooted in the extreme aggression of a kid trying to show the world what he can do, the bottom line is inescapable: The Dodgers were a better team the day Puig showed up.
Along with Hanley Ramirez, who brought a loud bat and voice off the disabled list, Puig turned a quiet clubhouse into a playhouse -- as it is with almost all good teams.
Within three weeks, the Dodgers would become a dominant team, launching a historic 46-10 run.
Thick in the neck and broad across the shoulders like a running back -- and Trout -- Puig signed with the Dodgers in 2012 for seven years and $42 million on raw potential alone.
When he was summoned to Dodger Stadium, he had 262 Minor League plate appearances, compared with Trout's 1,312 when he began his otherworldly 2012 season.
Drafted and signed at 17 out of Millville, N.J., Trout was 18 when he tripled in his first at-bat in an Angels uniform in a 2010 Spring Training game. He is amazingly disciplined for any player, not just in relation to Puig.
"I've been in the game 30-something years, and I've never seen anyone like him," said Oakland general manager Billy Beane, the 2012 Major League Executive of the Year. "He's just a phenomenal talent. I shouldn't go overboard with the superlatives, since he's with another club. But I love watching him play. He's from the '60s: Mickey, Whitey and Mike Trout. He looks like a 'Boys Life' cover."
Despite being on a disappointing team, Trout is producing another brilliant season, underscored by a .330/.427/.571 line. He's second in the AL in average and on-base percentage, fourth in slugging and third in OPS. And, yes, he has found time to take notice of Puig.
"You just want to ride it out," Trout said. "He's having so much fun, like I did last year. I've seen a few of his games on TV. He's playing free and attacking the game. That's how baseball should be played."
Puig has run into too many outs and missed too many cutoff men. He also has evoked images of Clemente and comparisons with Vladimir Guerrero. Those superstars were far from finished products as rookies.
Puig's all-out aggression made him the NL Player of the Month in June, his first month in the big leagues. He hit four home runs, including a grand slam, in his first five games.
When he puts the first pitch in play, he's hitting an astounding .600 (30-for-50) with five homers and a 1.060 slugging percentage.
But when he started swinging wildly, he accepted the advice of Mattingly and hitting coach Mark McGwire and became more selective. He has kept his OBP at a high level (.402). He is slugging .547 to go with his .342 batting average. Unless you're Miguel Cabrera, you'd be delighted with those numbers.
His offensive production, speed and exceptional arm are his primary gifts, but Puig also gives the Dodgers a lively presence in the clubhouse and dugout. Mattingly talked about the energy infusion Puig brought from day one, and that has not subsided.
"It's hard for you not to feel that energy," Mattingly said. "It's so powerful."
While he's not in Trout's league in terms of polish and poise, Puig has the charisma and talent of the Angels superstar. Dodgers and Angels faithful have enough material to fuel a lively debate for a long time to come.
Lyle Spencer is a reporter for MLB.com.


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In a field just beyond the shadows of Chimney Rock, a crowd gathered around a makeshift fence on Saturday at Chimney Rock State Park.
In a field just beyond the shadows of Chimney Rock, a crowd gathered around a makeshift fence on Saturday at Chimney Rock State Park. At the end of the enclosure sat a little house with a sign that read, "Grady's Den."
Kids and adults were leaning over the fence, trying to get a peek at Grady the Groundhog. They were there to watch the groundhog emerge from his shelter and learn whether Grady would see his shadow.
The kids squealed as the groundhog slowly walked out the door, sniffed around, then tried to go back into the warmth of his den.
With a little help from the park's naturalist and education manager Emily Walker, Grady made his way to the center of his enclosure, looked around and saw his shadow. The crowd and Mayor Barbara Meliski made the official determination that Grady had predicted six more weeks of winter.
The crowd of nearly 40 people was split on whether that was a good thing, but most were happy just to see the groundhog on Groundhog Day.
Amanda Brown and her husband, Gabe, brought their three kids – Connor, Caroline and Parker - from Campobello, S.C., to see Grady. The family has park passes, but this was the first time in the three years that Grady has been making predictions that the Brown family has been waiting for him to come out of his den.
"They couldn't even sleep last night," Brown said. "We've been teaching them about groundhogs."
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"He hadn't seen it before," Palmer said. "He's been real excited about seeing (Grady)."
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There are no standard tests or current guidelines for bladder cancer screening. However, if you have any risk factors for bladder cancer, your doctor will want to discuss them with you to help reduce your risk. In certain cases, your doctor may check for the possibility of cancer in the bladder. Those with higher than average risk of bladder cancer include:
- Heavy smokers
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- People who have previously had bladder cancer
- People with certain birth defects of the bladder
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Living a Balanced Life with Lupus
A lupus diagnosis can leave you reeling. Initially, it may be a relief to have a name for the fatigue and pain you have, but you may be wondering what happens next. Chronic diseases need a lifetime of care.
It will impact not only your health but your lifestyle as well. Lupus can create physical changes, mental health challenges, and affect your personal relationships. It may be frustrating to feel limits and setbacks, but know that there is a lot you can do to manage lupus.
Lupus is a disease marked by periods of remission with no symptoms, offset by periods of symptom flare-ups. A flare-up is an unwelcome and often frustrating event. Symptoms will vary from person to person. But for each individual, the flare-ups may be similar each time. They may include:
- Persistent fatigue, weakness
- Loss of appetite, recurring abdominal pain, nausea or vomiting
- Unusual headaches, aching all over
- Painful and swollen joints, increased swelling of the feet and legs, stiff joints in the morning
- Unexplained skin rash, hives, sores on skin, increasing hair loss, sores on roof of the mouth
- Fever
- Involuntary weight loss
- Recurring nosebleeds, coughing up blood
- Shortness of breath, pain in chest when breathing
- Blood in urine
Neuropsychiatric symptoms may include:
- Cognitive problems
- Dementia
- Personality disorders
- Neuropathies—disorders that affect sensation or movement
- Seizures
- Psychosis
You will most likely be able to recognize signs that a flare-up is on the way and even understand the triggers. Triggers can be from poor diet, lack of sleep, too much stress, and exposure to colds, the flu or sunlight. You cannot completely control all flare-ups, but you can better understand them. Keep a journal when flare-ups start. Track the symptoms and triggers. The more you know about the flare-ups the better you can decrease their intensity or frequency.
Physical Disabilities
Most people with lupus will have joint and muscle pain. At times the pain may be disabling. People with lupus are also more prone to osteoporosis and the bone fractures associated with it. Some of the bone damage may be due to medications. Follow your doctor's instructions for medication and supplements to decrease bone loss as much as possible.
It may seem like rest is best for joints and bone problems, but this can make the situation worse. Keeping physically active can help decrease the strain on joints and muscles and make bones stronger. It is best to take into account your current symptoms when developing an activity program. Fortunately, there are many ways to be active.
- Water activities, such as water aerobics or swimming, low-impact devices, such as cushioned treadmills or elliptical machines, and proper footwear can help take pressure off of joints while giving you a good workout. An exercise specialist can help you find appropriate activities.
- Focus on a progressive routine by beginning at a low intensity. Gradually work your way up. Attacking a program that is too intense can backfire on you.
- You may need to create a program that allows for rest periods.
- Develop a program that includes both cardiovascular and strength activities .
Back off of your routine during flare-ups. Work with physical or occupational therapists to address problems that are interfering with your everyday life.
Skin Changes
Skin rashes and lesions are a common symptom of lupus. In most cases, it is due to the disease itself, but medications may also make your skin more vulnerable. Precautions need to be made to protect your skin. For optimal skin health:
- Wear sunscreen with SPF 30 or higher that blocks UVA and UVB rays. Sunlight is a trigger for lupus flares.
- Limit outdoor activity during peak hours between 10am-4pm
- Choose protective clothing: wide-brimmed hats, long sleeves, UV-protective clothing.
- Avoid tanning beds.
- Make-up is fine, but choose hypoallergenic brands. Look for makeup that is also UV-protectant.
Sometimes rashes cannot be prevented. Skin changes can have an emotional impact because of the highly visible nature. If you feel that your rashes or sores are interfering with your life, talk to your doctor.
Mental Health
It is common for anyone managing a chronic illness to have bouts of depression. In addition, some of the necessary lupus medication can cause anxiety, personality and mood changes, forgetfulness, and other psychological problems. Some neuropsychiatric problems, such as those listed in a previous section, are caused by lupus, not with the stress of having it.
- Know what signs to look for and keep open communication with your doctor about them.
- Let your family and friends know about the possible side effects so that they may help as well.
Stress can also make you more prone to fatigue and illness. While it may be in your nature to do it all, you may need to delegate some of your tasks or let them go. A busy schedule can decrease your sleep, cause poor nutrition habits, and leave little time to catch your breath. This is a perfect recipe for a flare-up. Remember, the healthier you are, the better you will be to do the things you want to do.
- Make necessary health habits like sleep, nutrition, and stress-free moments a priority.
- Find way to delegate certain tasks. Ask for help from family or friends to help reduce stress.
- Find activities or treatments that help you decrease stress. Consider a massage, a good book, or some quiet time.
Medical Shuffle
There is a lot of information to absorb about your disease, steps for management, and medical care. Become a partner with your doctor. Keep an open dialogue about your lupus management. Open and honest communication can help you both create the best treatment plan for you.
- Take the time to understand why certain medications, treatments, or procedures are being recommended.
- Talk to your doctor about the course of the disease and what signs or symptoms you should be aware of.
- Keep your doctor apprised of information you learn from tracking your behaviors and symptoms.
- Ask about treatments, studies, or problems you have come across. Information flowing both ways will help create a complete picture of your health and care options.
Regular visits to your doctor when you are healthy may help find problems before they start. If you only see your doctor for emergency situations, you will always be playing catch-up. Preventive care, such as immunizations, will help ward off infections like the flu which can trigger flare-ups. Maintenance of your overall health will help you feel well and may prevent more serious complications from developing.
Personal Relationships
Managing a chronic disease can be difficult for you, your friends, and family. Common lupus symptoms like fatigue and joint pain are not visible to others. Some may have a hard time understanding how lupus is affecting you. Help your friends and family understand the disease process so that they may be able to participate in your healthy lifestyle. Use brochures, lupus websites, or other written material to explain the disease process to them.
Your lifestyle may change now and during future periods. Keep communication open with family and friends as changing responsibilities and roles may affect them as well. Honest communication will help dispel fears, confusion, and frustration for you and your family.
Find support groups that fit your needs. The people that most understand what you are going through are going through the same thing. A lupus support group can provide emotional support and coping success stories.
The good news is that most people with lupus can maintain a high quality of life. Work to make changes in line with your goals. The exact path of the disease is not always predictable despite best efforts. Know that future plans may need to be adjusted. Make the choices that are right for you, leave flexibility in your plans, and communicate openly.
Arthritis Foundation
Lupus Foundation of America
The Arthritis Society
Lupus Canada
Handout on health: Systemic lupus erythematosus. National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases website. http://www.niams.nih.gov/Health%5FInfo/Lupus/default.asp. Updated June 30, 2016. Accessed October 2, 2017.
Living well with lupus. Lupus Foundation of America website. Available at: http://www.lupus.org/answers/topic/living-well-with-lupus. Accessed October 2, 2017.
Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE). EBSCO DynaMed website. Available at: http://www.dynamed.com/topics/dmp~AN~T115873/Systemic-lupus-erythematosus-SLE. Updated September 15, 2016. Accessed October 2, 2017.
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FLORHAM PARK, N.J. — New York Jets coach Rex Ryan labeled unnamed Jets who criticized backup quarterback Tim Tebow as cowards.
Ryan, in his daily press conference Wednesday, was addressing a report in which the Daily News said more than a dozen Jets players and coaches bashed Tebow — with all but one player ripping him anonymously.
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"I think it's a cowardly thing if you're not going to put your name to it," Ryan said, noting that he discussed the matter with his team Wednesday morning. "That's about as cowardly of a thing as there is."
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The story, in which a Jets defensive starter was quoted as saying Tebow was "terrible," suggested a lack of confidence in his abilities as a starting quarterback, something Ryan reiterated that the former Heisman Trophy winner was not brought in to do.
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"We never brought him in here to be the starting quarterback," Ryan said. "We already have a starting quarterback in Mark Sanchez. I thought I was clear on that from the day we brought Tim in here.
"What we also were clear on is he's a football player, and we have used him different roles. That'll still be part of what we do."
Ryan made a point of emphasizing how Tebow's presence has improved the punt team and praised his work ethic, disputing the sentiment in the Daily News story by saying that Tebow has improved fundamentally as a passer since joining the team. The coach pointed out that the team's net yards per punt have improved with Tebow on the unit. The Jets are averaging 40.5 net yards per punt this season as opposed to 38.7 in 2011, but that may have more to do with a switch in punters as Robert Malone replaced T.J. Conley this season.
On game day, Tebow hasn't had much effect on the team's offense. While he may force teams to spend more time game planning, the Jets haven't capitalized on his versatility. He's participated in 65 snaps, completing five of six passes for 40 yards and run the ball 27 times for 92 yards. After a combined 18 touchdowns last season in Denver, he has not factored in any with the 3-6 Jets, who travel to St. Louis to face the 3-5-1 Rams on Sunday.
In addition, Ryan insisted he absolutely wanted Tebow to join the team when he was acquired, contradicting suggestions that owner Woody Johnson forced Tebow on Ryan.
As far as division among his players, Ryan believes that the increased attention from the piece may actually unify the locker room.
"If I'm going to be judged on 'Will this team come together or not,' that's fine with me," Ryan said. "I'll be here a long time. Will it be 100% total belief in this guy and everybody? I don't know if that holds water in the entire league."