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Jeff Driskel registered four touchdowns on limited throws, and the third-ranked Florida Gators thumped the No. 9 South Carolina Gamecocks, 44-11, in a key SEC clash.
The Gators (7-0, 6-0 SEC) were an opportunistic bunch in the first half. Following the break, they were downright demonstrative. And their performance on Saturday has them in the driver's seat for the Eastern Division title.
Florida can clinch a spot in the SEC championship game by beating No. 13 Georgia next week.
Driskel finished with just 93 yards on 11-of-16 passing for Florida, which led 21-6 at halftime despite accruing only 29 yards of total offense. The difference-maker was the Gators recovering a trio of fumbles, each resulting in a touchdown.
The game's first play from scrimmage proved to be a harbinger of doom for South Carolina (6-2, 4-2), which had won 12 straight within the division and wrapped up a grueling stretch. The Gamecocks played their third straight top-10 opponent. A loss last week at then-No. 9 LSU ended a school-record 10-game winning streak.
"The only thing you can hope is that your guys give it their best shot and not just lay the ball down and basically say 'Here Florida, we don't want to win. You guys take this fumble and this fumble and this fumble.' So it was sad, and on the other side, their defense stuffed us. They stopped our running game and passing game," said South Carolina coach Steve Spurrier.
Quarterback Connor Shaw, who was benched and replaced by Dylan Thompson after halftime, fumbled to begin the contest.
Florida defensive back Loucheiz Purifoy came off the left edge unblocked and punched the ball free. Lerentee McCray pounced on the ball at the South Carolina 2-yard line, and Driskel opened the scoring with a TD pass to Jordan Reed.
The Gamecocks' next drive was extended by a roughing the snapper penalty and eventually led to a 35-yard Adam Yates field goal.
Florida looked to pad its lead late in the first quarter, but a chop block negated a 41-yard touchdown. Omarius Hines had made a spectacular one-handed grab in stride.
The Gamecocks moved the ball on their next possession and were in position to collect points. However, Yates' 45-yard kick was blocked, and more miscues soon followed for the visitors.
Florida's Trey Burton forced and recovered a fumble during a punt return. Facing a 3rd-and-4 from the South Carolina 23, the Gators recorded their maiden first down with five minutes remaining as Burton ran for a 6-yard gain.
Driskel then threw a third-down pass to Quinton Dunbar, who broke a tackle to get in for the 13-yard score.
South Carolina fumbled the ensuing kickoff and a 13-yard return by Chris Johnson set the Gators up at the one. Driskel hit Reed for a touchdown on second down to make it 21-3.
Yates closed out the first half by drilling a 51-yarder. The field goal came after an offsides penalty wiped out a Shaw interception.
Hines capped the first drive of the second half with a 6-yard TD run. The Gamecocks, though, returned a blocked extra point for a 2-point defensive conversion.
Florida went up 37-8 in the third quarter on a Caleb Sturgis 42-yard field goal and a 6-yard TD pass from Driskel to Frankie Hammond.
"The third quarter was critical. They had zero first-downs and we had 133 yards and we were able to move the ball and we saw some things during halftime that we thought we could take advantage of offensively," said Florida coach Will Muschamp.
Yates connected from 30 yards in the fourth quarter before Matt Jones capped the scoring with a 1-yard TD run.
Game Notes
Florida matched last season's win total ... South Carolina beat then-No. 5 Georgia two weeks ago ... This marked the first time in the series that both teams were ranked in the Top-10 ...The Gamecocks were aiming to beat Florida three times in a row for the first time ... South Carolina suffered its first loss against a division opponent since falling at Kentucky during the 2010 season ...The Gamecocks had 191 yards of offense, eight more than Florida ...Shaw completed 9-of-20 passes for 72 yards, while Thompson had 83 yards and one interception on 8-of-20 passing.


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To celebrate a decade of success in Niagara Falls USA, Seneca Niagara Casino & Hotel will offer special limited-edition 10th anniversary gaming chips. Three $25 exclusive chips will be available to collect in January, February and March.
The special offering began Tuesday at noon. Only 3,000 of each chip will be available. The first $25 chip features a shot of fireworks and commemorates the grand opening date of Dec. 31, 2002. The second $25 chip will be available beginning Tuesday, Feb. 26, at noon, and features the breathtaking and world-famous Niagara Falls with the words "10th Anniversary." The third and final $25 chip of the exclusive set will be available beginning Tuesday, March 26, at noon, and features the iconic 26-story, 357-foot hotel tower with the hotel grand opening date of Dec. 31, 2005. All chips will feature a commemorative Seneca Niagara Casino & Hotel "10 Years" logo on one side.
The collectible chips will be available at roulette table No. 702, located in pit 7 near the main hotel entrance of the gaming floor, until supplies last. Guests must be at least 21 years of age to purchase chips.
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When shoes look good, you like them. When shoes feel good, you love them. And when shoes do good, you just can't but help to love them even more. For Spring 2011, Reef is bringing some sandals to the market that spread love each and every step of the way. The Ugandal3 features the recycled craftwork of displaced women in Uganda, while the Ah-Sy-Ee uses the leftover seed of the açaí berry. Both of these sandals use stylish, eco-conscious design elements, but I think it's quite notable of Reef to not only create to help the environment, but also to provide justice for women and children. For Women's Equality Day, educate yourself on this sandal and be inspired to not only celebrate the justice for ladies in the U.S., but for women all over the globe working towards equality.
The Ugandal3, the third sandal in the Ugandal collection, features one of my favorite forms of paper arts, the rolled paper bead. If any of you ladies ever rolled up your old fashion magazines into jewelry, then you know what I'm talking about. Reef cleverly utilizes this sustainable form of craft in the embellishment of their sandal. These handmade, colorful paper beads are made by a group women from Gulu, Uganda, and then purchased through fair-trade from the humanitarian organization, 31 Bits. Because of this partnership, the team of women has multiplied from 5 to 60 since the first sandal release in Spring 2010! These women, once displaced by war, now have jobs that can provide food, shelter, and education for their families.
The Ugandal3 is also part of the Reef Redemption Program, meaning that not only are the beads green and eco-friendly, but the hardware is recycled, the adhesives are water-based, and the leather is chrome-free. To top it all off, portions of proceeds from the sales go back to help the environments and communities of the beaches and reefs, proving that Reef is committed to sustaining the surf heritage where they come from.
While I love the concept of these shoes, I especially love the look of the sandal. Every bead comes from a different page of a magazine, making each bead as unique as the women who made them. The soft leather comes in either white or brown, and the slingback ruffle in the back makes it easy to wear. Currently, the Ugandal2, the Summer 2010 release with a simple white strap and row of beads, can be found in shops. Expect to see the Ugandal3 in stores January 2011, retailing for $60.
That's not the only conscious collaboration for Reef this season, as they have also teamed up with Açaí Roots to release the Ah-Sy-Ee sandal. This sandal features the seeds of the powerful antioxidant, the açaí (pronounced Ah-Sy-Ee) berry. The seeds are otherwise discarded when the fruit is harvested, but Reef saw the potential for reusing this bi-product and painted the seed to adorn the strap of the sandal. The final product is another well-crafted sandal with a story to tell. Reef and Açaí Roots both extend their focus on humanitarian efforts, because this collaboration has already provided a positive impact on the land and the people of the Amazon. Not only does Açaí Roots utilize sustainable farming practice and jobs for farmers, 100% of the profits from the purchase of the seeds for this project go directly to Rhythm of Hope, an organization dedicated to improving the lives of underpriveledged city children of Brazil. Reef, thank you for realizing that fashion should never be at the expense of anything or anyone else, and that it could be a means for providing more than just wears for the people.
Those are only two of the up-and-coming sandals from Reef for Spring 2011. If you're familiar with Reef products then you know that they have a focus on comfort. Another sandal worth mentioning is the Sweet Dreams sandal, a sandal that will make any tired, hard-working woman in this world feel like they're walking on a bed of clouds. The insole features a cushioned, soft-pillowtop, while the straps are lined in a soft satin. For the ladies that don't get enough sleep, this sandal might be the closest you can get to sleepwalking! I'm also loving the sandals with mood-changing beads, available for both women and children. If I were to wear these sandals right now, you would be able to tell that I'm so happy to see companies doing good deeds while making good products.
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South Carolina should accept an estimated $2 billion in money under the federal health care act to expand Medicaid to hundreds of thousands of additional working poor in the state, State Sen. Vincent Sheheen said Thursday in Charleston.
"I call on Gov. (Nikki) Haley and every Democrat and every Republican to heed the example of other states and provide leadership that will mean more tax dollars in South Carolina that belong to South Carolinians," the Camden Democrat said.
Sheheen, who held his news conference on the horseshoe of the Medical University of South Carolina, is mentioned as a candidate for governor in a rematch next year against Haley, who defeated him in 2010.
"This announcement does not mean I'm running for governor. This announcement means I'm trying to advocate for the people of South Carolina," he said.
Sheheen has said he has been weighing what effect the Medicaid expansion might have. He said the state should go ahead and accept the federal money for the first three years. Then, he said, the state should review whether it makes financial sense to continue.
Under the health care act, Washington pays for the first three years of the Medicaid expansion. After that, the state picks up 10 percent of the cost.
Haley is adamantly opposed, saying the state can't afford the eventual costs.
According to the state's actuaries, the expansion would cost the state between $1 billion and $2.4 billion extra through 2020. The next seven years with the full 10 percent match would be more expensive.
"After years of ducking and dodging, it's at least good that Vince has finally taken a position. Unfortunately, his position in support of Obamacare would bust the South Carolina budget and do nothing to reduce health care costs," said Haley spokesman Rob Godfrey.
But Sheheen said taking the money for three years makes sense.
"If we reject it during these years it will cost us billions of our taxpayer dollars that will go to other states," Sheheen said. "So if you want save South Carolina taxpayer dollars, how can you turn away billions of dollars and call yourself responsible?"
He said several other states with Republican governors who fought the health care law, including Florida, have come to the same conclusion.
Republican U.S. Sen. Lindsey Graham weighed in after Sheheen's announcement and said "Medicaid expansion would be disastrous for South Carolina. It is terrible public policy that we can't afford and won't make our people healthier."
Republicans in the state House are also opposed, saying the state can't simply add people to an already bloated, inefficient Medicaid system. They also argue that it would be impossible politically to simply reject the federal money after three years and toss hundreds of thousands of people off the program.
But Sheheen said some Republicans are telling him they favor the Medicaid expansion although they worry about saying so publicly.
Sheheen said he would work in the coming weeks to forge "a compromise that puts South Carolina ahead of partisan ideologies and keeps South Carolina taxpayers' dollars here in South Carolina."
The expansion would increase Medicaid eligibility to all adults — including those without children — who earn less than 138 percent of federal poverty guidelines. That translates to income limits of roughly $15,400 for an individual and $30,650 for a family of four.
Even without expanding eligibility, the state's Medicaid agency says the law is expected to add 170,000 already-eligible people to Medicaid rolls as people learn of the option, enroll to avoid fines, lose insurance through their jobs or can no longer afford it. Their coverage will be paid according to the regular match rate of 30 percent.


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Pepperidge Farm Develops Double-Fiber Bread
Pepperidge Farm does its competitors one serving better, delivering a tasty whole-grain bread that might take some getting used to.
Flour … water … yeast. With such a basic ingredient list one would expect to find only a couple of variations of bread. Instead, even the most run-of-the-mill supermarket has a bread aisle with an astonishing array of offerings from the softest, lightest whites, to the darkest, heartiest pumpernickels.
Flour … water … yeast … inulin? With the current focus on the healthfulness of whole grains, the trend toward high-fiber foods seems here to stay. The Institute of Medicine recommends 20-35g of fiber per day, but the average American only consumes 4-11g. Legumes, wheat bran and prunes top the list of fiber-rich foods, but let's face it, how many people enthusiastically shout "prunes!" or "beans!" when asked what food they couldn't live without.
Very often the answer is "bread." And people eat a lot of bread. In fact, bread sales were just over $6 billion in 2007, a 2.7 percent increase over 2006. This increase was due to the introduction of breads with health benefits such as organic ingredients, higher protein and especially those with higher fiber.
But there is only so much fiber a traditional loaf of bread can hold before it collapses under its own weight. Additionally, more wheat equals more calories -- not a good way to go for people who are trying to cut the calories. Enter inulin, a naturally occurring polysaccharide from roots and rhizomes that contains only a third to a quarter of the energy density of other carbohydrates.
Add to the mix the issues with wheat pricing and supply, and the prospects of boosting the fiber content and lowering the amount of wheat needed to make bread become very attractive. Against this scenario, Campbell Soup Co. introduced Pepperidge Farm Whole Grain Bread - Double Fiber.
Understanding the marketplace
Some of the national or large regional bread-makers include Sara Lee, Pepperidge Farm, Interstate Bakeries, George Weston Bakeries, Flowers Foods and Wenner Bread Products.
In a goal to maintain market relevance, Pepperidge Farm (owned by Campbell Soup) has been capitalizing on wellness needs by bringing to market innovative food products that not only satisfy daily nutritional requirements but also have great taste. Pepperidge Farm recognizes the need for whole grains and also that many people instinctively prefer the taste of a whiter/lighter wheat taste. To bridge this gap, the unit came up with Pepperidge Farm Double Fiber Bread, which brings together taste and nutritional benefits not widely available in recent years.
Pepperidge Farm is using the concept of focused innovation combined with high-impact benefits (double fiber) to create a bread product that can meet the day-to-day needs of families and individuals looking for a food-based way to get more fiber in their diets.
Consumers say they are trying to eat healthier and that they care about food components such as fiber and whole wheat. However, when confronted with the taste trade-off of some whole wheat products, they opt for taste over nutrition. Pepperidge Farm Double Fiber Bread brings the opportunity of familiar sliced bread with added benefits that make it a less challenging trade-off for those who prefer a "white bread" taste.
According to our Crave It!, Healthy You!, and It!s Convenient consumer insights, there is no groundswell of support for the clever use of inulin. Consumers are looking for foods that taste great, are convenient and help them stay healthy. The message of needing more fiber in the diet has gotten out and those who feel they are really short on fiber -- and care -- at times feel they don't have choices. Many of the sources of high fiber – fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and legumes -- require a period of adaptation. While that is going on right now within all age groups, many struggle to get the right mixture of tastiness and fiber.
A 2002 report from the Institute of Medicine suggests fiber intake in the diet a day should be around 25g for women 19-50 years of age and 38g for men 14-50 years of age. Putting that into perspective: To get that much from a popular brand of toasted whole grain oat cereal, men would need to eat 12.6 bowls (1260 calories) and women would need 8.3 bowls (830 calories). And this is a relatively low-calorie product. Getting one's fiber does not leave a lot of room for other foods.
The key trends in fiber are taste and amount/quality.
- Taste: Taste in bread is one of the reasons the French became known for their bread products. Once they figured out the magic of whiter/lighter flours and the wonders of fat and yeast, they were able to get people to love and crave bread.
The key for everyone who loves bread is "fresh from the oven." Factors that drive up taste for consumers in bread categories are: fresh, warm, crusty, soft/chewy, crumbly and sweet – served hot out of the oven, spread with butter or a favorite spread, with the smells/look/taste of what one yearns for. Real ingredients are important and enjoying bread at home is what it is all about.
Pepperidge Farm is a brand that competes well relative to one's favorite neighborhood bakery. Flatbreads are considered on trend by chefs, yet this is a type of bread that is more to the liking of the smallest mindset group, not the largest.
- Healthiness: The consumer has gotten the message about fiber and health. Bread seems to be one of the sources. Vitamins and minerals are expected to be part of whole grain/wheat breads along with naturalness and an absence of artificial flavors and preservatives.
People do not react to soft and feathery textures of bread the way as they used to (during quantitative testing). However, there still is large rejection when the whole grains taste gritty or bitter, there is a strong wheat note or the loaf is too sweet due to the taste of certain dark breads.
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$2 Powerball Frequently Asked QuestionsThursday, January 12th, 2012
I heard Powerball is changing. What are those changes ?
Bigger Jackpots. The starting jackpot will increase from $20 to $40 million* and the jackpot will increase a minimum of $10 million with each drawing.
Better Odds. The overall odds of winning a prize will improve from 1 in 35 to 1 in 31.8, and the odds of winning the Powerball jackpot will go from 1 in 195.2 million to 1 in 175.2 million. Click here for more details.
More Millionaires. The second-tier prize will increase from $200,000 to $1,000,000 – resulting in more millionaires in Maryland.
Will these changes impact the cost?
Yes. The cost of a Powerball ticket will increase from $1 to $2. For those who want the option of a $1 multi-state game, Mega Millions will continue at that price point.
Will there be any changes to how the game is played?
The game will have the same easy-play style, but the number of red balls will decrease from 1-39 to 1-35; no other changes will impact how the game is played.
When do the changes occur?
The changes will occur in Maryland on Sunday, January 15, 2012 and will apply to all 44 states and jurisdictions that sell Powerball. The first Powerball drawing under the new game structure will take place on Wednesday, January 18, 2012. Keep in mind that if there is a current rolling jackpot, the jackpot will continue to grow at the rate of at least $10 million. If there is a winner from the previous drawing, the new jackpot will begin at $40 million.
Will Power Play still be available?
Yes, but Power Play prizes become set prizes that are no longer dependent upon a multiplier. These set prizes are at least double the original Powerball prize and range from $12 for matching just the Powerball to $2,000,000 for matching all five white ball numbers. The cost is still an additional $1 per play. The total cost for Powerball plus Power Play is $3 per game.
What is the deadline to buy tickets for a drawing?
As always, Powerball tickets may be purchased at any Maryland Lottery retailer until 10:00 p.m. the night of the drawing.
When are the drawings?
Drawings will continue to air every Wednesday and Saturday evening on WBAL-TV Channel 11 at 11:22 pm. They will also be rebroadcast later that evening on Maryland Public Television. In addition, players may visit mdlottery.com to view the drawing results at any time after they have occurred.
Where else can I find the winning numbers?
In addition to the televised drawings and website postings, many other local television stations, as well as radio, newspapers and other media outlets carry the winning numbers. They are also posted on our website following each drawing. You may also call the Maryland Lottery's winning numbers line at 410-230-8830. And, of course, you will find the winning numbers at any of the more than 4,200 Lottery retailers across Maryland.
Can I purchase a Powerball subscription?
No. Currently the Maryland Lottery does not offer subscriptions for Powerball. However, Maryland residents interested in a multi-state jackpot game subscription may purchase a Mega Millions subscription from the Maryland Lottery.
* Variations in starting jackpot may occur.


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Specifically designed to excel in the types of conditions that mountain biking throws at you -- dust, mud, dirt and slop -- Kool Stop Salmon MTB brake pads give your V-brakes the power you need to push your limits without pressing your luck. The unique design incorporates a patented angled tip that literally plows mud and moisture off the rim, and deep V-shaped grooves that further channel grit, grunge and grime away from the braking surface for optimum braking power. Thanks to a longer, double curved design, Kool Stop MTB brake pads conform more closely to the rim profile, increasing the contact area for even better braking.
- Salmon compound provides excellent, all-conditions braking performance while minimizing rim wear
- Angled tip and grooves sweep dirt, mud and moisture from rim
- Longer, double curved design matches rim contour for improved braking power
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Earth : North America : Canada : Prairies (Canada) : Alberta : Edmonton Capital Region : Edmonton
Edmonton [9] is the capital city of Alberta, Canada. Its metro area is home to 1.1 million people and is the northernmost city in North America of at least one million people. Edmonton is famous for its beautiful river valley park system, the North Saskatchewan River Valley, which offers over 100 kilometers of recreational trails, wildlife viewing, and city views. The river valley also contains many parks, including Fort Edmonton Park, Canada's largest historical park. If the great outdoors is not your target, the city also offers West Edmonton Mall, the largest shopping mall in North America. On top of that, Edmonton has a vibrant theater community, a busy cycle of annual festivals, national sports teams active year-round, and wonderful winter recreational opportunities.
In addition, Greater Edmonton also features several large communities outside Edmonton's city limits:
The area around Edmonton, which sits in the geographic centre of the province, was home to native populations for thousands of years before the arrival of European settlers. In 1795, Edmonton House was constructed and work on Fort Edmonton began. The original site was near Fort Saskatchewan, but was relocated near the present day Legislature in 1830.
The town developed around the fur trade, and in the early days there was little to distinguish it from other such settlements in the area. The first hotel and hospital were built in the 1870s. The latter part of the century saw an influx of wealthy families, and in 1892 the Town of Edmonton was officially founded.
Early developments were centered around the Quarters area. In 1905, Edmonton was declared the capital of the province of Alberta, and a year later was designated a city. The 1907-1914 period saw the city experience an unprecedented boom, with the population rising from around 6,000 to 78,000. During this period, the University of Alberta was founded
In 1947 oil was discovered just outside of Edmonton in Leduc county, which spurred a second period of growth, leading to urban sprawl and the development of US-style malls. The Royal Alberta Museum opened in 1967.
The utilitarian office buildings and condos that dominate that downtown landscape today were mostly constructed in the 1970s.
Today, Edmonton is the hub for energy development & petrochemicals for Alberta. As well, it has become a centre of excellence in research through the University of Alberta and the high technology industries located in the region like the National Institute for Nanotechnology.
If you want to spend time outdoors, the summer months offer the most opportunities for recreation and entertainment. In the summer, Edmonton offers great outdoor festivals, street entertainment, open-air concerts, and many other world-class entertainment opportunities. Winter is equally exciting, with snow sports for the outdoorsy, extensive indoors shopping in the many malls, and live sports, theater, and music throughout the city.
Edmonton's climate is "northern continental", with a wide range of weather over all four distinct seasons. Edmonton receives 2,300 hours of sunshine per year, making it one of Canada's sunniest cities. Rainfall is low to moderate, and entire weeks can pass without clouds or precipitation through the late spring and summer.
Bright green foliage appears in May, signaling spring. Even as the city shakes off its winter chill, cold snaps and the occasional snowfall can still occur. The region's golf courses are generally open by this time.
Summer days generally bring temperatures up to 21-25°C (70-77°F) in June, July, and August, though temperatures will often rise over 30°C (85°F) for a few days. Thunderstorms sweep in from time to time during the summer months, usually in the evening. Humidity is relatively low, so warm days are more comfortable than they are in humid climates. At the height of summer, Edmonton enjoys more than 17 hours of daylight, with twilight extending past 11PM in June and July.
Fall starts in mid September, bringing bright yellow and orange foliage to Edmonton's treed neighborhoods and river valley parks. This season ushers in cooler temperatures ranging between 10-20°C during the day.
Winters are long, but not as harsh as those further east on the Canadian Prairies. Periods of mild temperatures with daytime highs over 0°C (32°F) can occur. Such mild weather makes outdoor winter sports extremely popular with the locals. Stop by a local outdoor ice rink to catch the fever of children and adults alike taking part in community hockey. Colder days in Edmonton are kept reasonably comfortable by the low humidity index, but it's wise to have some lip balm and hand cream with you, as the skin and lips can get cracked and chapped quickly in this dry environment.
Winter walking and driving are not often affected. Cold snaps with temperatures down to and beyond -30°C (-22F) can occur during the winter, although it's unusual for these frigid spells to last more than 1 or 2 days. Extremely cold temperatures are usually accompanied by the crisp blue skies and bright sunshine of a prairie high-pressure zone. Even regular winter temperatures can feel very cold if there is a noticeable wind: if you are visiting between December and March, be prepared.
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By plane
Most major airlines service Edmonton. General travel times to Edmonton are 45 minutes from Calgary, 1 1/2 hours from Vancouver, 4 1/2 hours from Montreal, and 4 hours from Toronto. Edmonton's main airport is western Canada's hub to the Northwest Territories.
To Europe, Edmonton has daily service to London-Heathrow on Air Canada. To the United States, Edmonton has scheduled departures to 10 United States airports: Seattle, San Francisco, Los Angeles, Palm Springs, Maui, Orlando, Phoenix, Las Vegas, Denver, Houston, Minneapolis, and Chicago.
Edmonton International Airport has seasonal charter service to/from:
Acapulco, Bahias de Huatulco, Cozumel, Holguin, La Romana, Las Vegas, Laughlin, Liberia, Manzanillo, Mazatlan, Montego Bay, Puerto Vallarta, Varadero, Cancun, Punta Cana, Puerto Plata, Samana, and San Jose del Cabo.
By car
Edmonton is in Central Alberta east of the Canadian Rockies, with a deep river valley extending from the southwest to the northeast. Known as Gateway to the North, Edmonton is the largest city on the Yellowhead branch (Alberta Highway 16) of the Trans-Canada Highway system. Edmonton is 3 hours north of Calgary on the divided Queen Elizabeth II Highway (formerly Highway 2) and 3.5 hours east of Jasper on Highway 16.
From Vancouver, Edmonton is best accessed using Highway 1 (the Trans-Canada) east to Hope, then Highway 5 (the Coquihalla) from Hope to the Highway 16 eastbound junction. The average travel time in summer is 12 to 13 hours. Travelers from Saskatoon will find Edmonton about 5 hours away using the Yellowhead Highway, which is divided for the entire route between the two cities.
From British Columbia, average travel time during winter (November to March) can be much longer. International travelers are advised that while this major trucking route is well-maintained, severe winter storms can arise suddenly, particularly on the major inclines between Hope and Kamloops in British Columbia. Nevertheless, travelers cognizant of road conditions will find winter trips to Edmonton generally safe. The QE II is likewise a generally reliable winter road, though it is occasionally closed at points if winter storms create dangerous road conditions; fortunately there are many towns and cities located along the route from Calgary to Edmonton where one can shelter if necessary.
By bus
Greyhound buses [14] service Edmonton from all major Canadian cities. There is also a premium service between Edmonton and Calgary, Red Deer, and Fort McMurray with Red Arrow Motorcoach [15], which feature spacious seating (only three seats to a row) and workstation seats with electrical connections for business travelers and their computers.
Executive Express, [16] ([email protected]) runs a daily scheduled service from Calgary to Edmonton departing Calgary in the morning and returning to Calgary in the Afternoon. Seats sell for $129.00 one way and compartments of four seats for $299.00. The vehicle is configured in such a way as to allow groups of commuters or even single individuals who require privacy to work or hold meetings while on the road. Wireless internet amoung other ammenities is included. Travel time is just under 3 hours. Morning departures right now are from the Foothills Hospital, Hotel Alma ( U of C), and the Westin Hotel. Edmonton arrivals are at the U of A, Matrix Hotel and Westin Hotel.
By train
VIA Rail, 12360-121 Street, [17] provides passenger train services for Edmonton, and is linked to several major cities along the Canadian National Railroad: west to Vancouver and east to Saskatoon, Winnipeg, Toronto, Montréal, and onwards. The VIA train station is located a short distance from downtown, near the northwest corner of City Centre Airport. The station has free wifi - ask a staff member for the passkey.
VIA Rail prices are higher than train prices generally in Europe (or even short distances by Amtrak in the States). Their passenger trains arrive through Edmonton numerous times during week. Passengers experience leisurely travel through some of the most amazing scenery in the world. Though somewhat more expensive than bus travel, service on a VIA Rail train even in the lowest class is superior to any bus. You can get up and walk around the carriages, dine conveniently, and you will find plenty of legroom in the comfortable seats. If you can afford the extra cost, it is generally worthwhile to take the train rather than the bus.
Get around
A large part of the city, built before and during the Second World War, is laid out in a grid pattern of straight streets, which makes for easy navigation by car or foot. There are a number of bridges, including the Walterdale Bridge and High Level Bridge, going in and out of the downtown core.
Edmonton's downtown is fairly eclectic, home to numerous Government of Alberta buildings as well as modern office towers, including the CN Tower near City Hall and the impressive, white marble-clad Bank of Montreal on 101 Street. Edmonton contains some of the most architecturally significant buildings in the province, including the crimson-coloured Citadel Theatre and the church-like spires of Grant MacEwan University.
By car
Areas of Edmonton built before 1950 (and even a few post-1950) place roadways on a grid, with streets N/S and avenues E/W. Some older neighbourhoods like Boyle Street have a diagonal grid pattern, with streets NW/SE and avenues SW/NE. During the 1950s and 1960s, roads became less grid-like, but they are still easily navigable (although less easy to follow than the earlier counterparts). Almost all new neighborhood developments such as Windermere in the southside and the Village at Greisbach in the northwest are designed with more curves, cul-de-sacs and named streets. If visiting these newer areas, a current city map is highly recommended.
Edmonton's main east-west highway south of the North Saskatchewan River is Whitemud Drive. It goes through the West and South areas of the city.
Currently, Anthony Henday Drive is a highway-in-progress with a number of four-way intersections still present. By 2016, it is planned to be the ring road of Metro Edmonton. Currently north, northwest, west, southwest, southeast legs are complete.
Edmonton's main highway north of the river is known as Yellowhead Trail (Alberta Highway 16). Travelers wishing to discover Edmonton proper (and avoid the trendy, but tourist-clogged Old Strathcona on the southside) are strongly encouraged to take this route. Some of the city's greatest cultural landmarks, including Rexall Place (home of the Oilers) and Commonwealth Stadium are quickly accessible from the Yellowhead.
Other major roads include Groat Road, Mark Messier/St. Albert Trail, the Sherwood Park Freeway, Stony Plain Road and Wayne Gretzky Drive.
By taxi
The most prominent cab companies are:
All Edmonton taxi companies offer 24/7 service. From the last weekend in November to New Year's Eve on weekends, Operation Red Nose offers cab rides for drivers who have been partying and prefer not to drive themselves (780-421-4444).
By public transit
Edmonton has a safe, efficient and inexpensive public transportation system: the Edmonton Transit System [22]. Hundreds of different bus routes cover the city, traveling nearly anywhere you need to go.
During peak hours, buses run as frequently as every 15 minutes. Outside of peak, the frequency drops to every 30 minutes and on some routes to industrial areas or far-flung suburbs as infrequent as one service per hour. Many major bus routes will operate as early as 5AM to as late as 1AM, but there are a number which stop running at 8PM-9PM or only run only during peak hours (6AM-9AM and 3PM-6PM). Some bus routes simply do not run on Sundays. For more information or to plan your bus trip, you can call Transit Information at 780-496-1611 or check out the Trip Planner [23], or Google Maps. For where routes go and their names which is essential, go to [24].
Edmonton's transit system is not unified with those of the nearby communities, so if you wish to visit the suburbs be prepared for more transfers and increased fares.
Edmonton was the first North American city with a population of under 1 million to have developed a Light Rail Transit (LRT) [25] system. (Metro Edmonton population is now over 1 million.) It is a part of the Edmonton Transit System (ETS), which also manages the buses. The track stretches from Clareview Station in the northeast section of the city to the Century Park Station (formerly known as Heritage), going past the University of Alberta main and South Campuses.
During peak hours on weekdays, LRT trains run every 6 minutes. Outside of that and on Saturdays, frequency is every 7 to 12 minutes, depending on the time of day. Sundays and holidays, trains run every 15 minutes throughout the day. Trains operate from about 5:26AM to 1:26AM. On Sundays and holidays, the LRT stops running past 12:26AM.
Fares are $2.85 with children under 6 riding free. Day passes can be bought for $8.25 regardless of age group. A pack of 10 tickets can be purchased for $22.00 (adults). Tickets can be purchased at the ETS online store, automated fare vending machines located at all LRT stations, or at the ETS Customer Information Centre located on the pedway level of Churchill Station. Note that Mac's convenience stores in Edmonton no longer sell adult bus tickets. [26]
By bicycle
Edmonton has excellent cycling routes which allow for all-year cycling, though winter cycling can be challenging for those unaccustomed to Edmonton weather. These marked routes, combined with a lack of freeways to traverse and relatively low traffic compared to other major cities, low snow or rainfall, and a fairly flat terrain, make Edmonton an easy city to travel by bicycle. The City of Edmonton provides free maps [27] of the bike routes.
Finding addresses
Edmonton streets are mostly numbered, although there are some named streets: usually major roadways and roads in the newer residential areas. Streets in Edmonton run north-south, while avenues run east-west. The downtown core of the city is centered near 101 St and Jasper Ave (which corresponds to 101 Ave), with streets increasing in number to the west, and avenues increasing to the north.
Addresses follow a regular system throughout Edmonton, with even-numbered address numbers are on the north side of avenues and west side of streets. The first two or three digits of a building or house number identify the street it lies just west of, or the avenue it lies north of. For example, 10219-101 Street would be located on the east side of 101 Street, just north of 102 Avenue.
The vast majority of the city lies in the NW quadrant with the center-point near the southeast corner of the city proper. It is common to omit the "NW" from street addresses in the NW quadrant. The grid's official "zeros" are called Meridian Street (at 0 Street) and Quadrant Avenue (at 0 Avenue), but they are not yet important streets for travel. Meridian & Quadrant do not even intersect at this time.
Here are some of the most popular attractions:
North Saskatchewan River Valley
One of Edmonton's greatest attractions, the North Saskatchewan River Valley park system provides a natural corridor for all-season recreation and relaxation. The river valley is the longest expanse of urban parkland in North America at 7,400 hectares – 22 times the size of New York's Central Park – with golf courses, 22 major parks and over 160 kilometres of maintained multi-use trails for walking, cross-country skiing, cycling, and more. Several attractions are located along the river valley including Fort Edmonton Park, the Valley Zoo, and the Muttart Conservatory.
One of the most popular parks is Hawrelak Park, located just off Groat Road near the University of Alberta. It encircles a large pond, summer home to a variety of ducks and geese. It's the site of several Edmonton festivals, including Shakespeare in the Park and Symphony Under the Sky. In winter it is a popular venue for outdoor ice skating and cross-country skiing.
A young city, Edmonton's historic structures are still relatively new. The City of Edmonton's Municipal Historic Resources are buildings or structures that have been designated by Bylaw as buildings or structures which are legally protected from demolition and from inappropriate changes and alterations.[29].
Built from 1907 to 1912, the province's foremost historic structure - the Alberta Legislature - is set amidst beautiful gardens and water displays. Inside and out, the Legislature offers a rich experience in exploring Alberta's past and present as the focal point of the province's democratic process. Alberta's premier architectural attraction overlooks Edmonton's river valley and is steps away from the heart of downtown Edmonton. Free tours of the building are offered year-round. [30]
Opening January 31, 2010, the new Art Gallery of Alberta is an 85,000 square foot state-of-the-art facility and a premiere presentation venue. Designed by Randall Stout Architects, Inc. of Los Angeles, the building will itself be a work of art. Located in the heart of Edmonton's Arts District on Sir Winston Churchill Square, the gallery will secure Edmonton's reputation as a world class city and centre for visual art. [31].
For further reading about Edmonton's architecture from 1940-1969, Capital Modern is a book available from the Art Gallery of Alberta.
Edmonton's summer brings many festivals, and with Canada's most impressive mountain parks 3.5-hr drive away, Edmonton is fun year-round. You can expect to find some kind of festival any weekend during the summer months and they are usually located in the central region either around Whyte Ave or downtown at the Legislature grounds or in front of City Hall.
Theatre and Music
Edmonton has a vibrant performing arts community with notable accomplishments in live theatre and live music. The central area contains the Winspear or Francis Winspear Centre for Music, a new concert hall with stellar acoustics, and the Citadel Theatre, which has hosted major live theatre performances for over forty years.
South Central area is home to the theatre district with a number of venues, and the Jubilee Auditorium, a large concert hall. The west end has two dinner theatres, Jubilation's and Mayfield.
Edmonton's river valley and Mill Creek area have an extensive network of trails, good for walking, biking, and cross-country skiing. At many points in the extensive ravines and forested areas in the river valley, you can't even tell you're in a city. Maps are published by the City of Edmonton [32][33] and are available at City Hall, Edmonton Tourism's Visitor Information Centres, and many bicycle and ski shops.
The Edmonton Bicycle Commuters' Society (EBC), a non-profit bicycle co-op [34], operates a staffed drop-in DIY workshop where rental bicycles are available. During the summer months, at River Valley Adventures [35] rents bicycles and operates Segway tours. Fun group rides occur during the summer, mostly organized by the Edmonton Bicycle and Touring Club (EBTC) [36] and EBC. Most commercial bike shops organize training rides for those road cyclists who are interested in higher intensity workouts. Larger commercial bike shops include United Cycle, Western Cycle, and Revolution Cycle. Smaller ones include Velocity Cycle, Redbike, Hardcore Mountain Bikes, PedalHead Bikes, and Transition BMX.
Edmonton has small downhill ski hills in or near the city, including Edmonton Ski, Sunridge Ski Area, and Snow Valley. Natural and artificial snow cover their slopes from early winter to early spring, offering city skiers an easy way to learn, amuse families, and tone up for the big Rocky Mountain ski opportunities in Jasper and Banff.
Albertans are keen golfers, based on the province's sunny summers, large number of developed courses, and relatively low prices. Within city limits, the City of Edmonton operates three public courses, including Canada's oldest municipal golf course: Victoria (central), Riverside (South) both of which are located close to downtown (though difficult to access without a vehicle), and the par-three Rundle Park (Edmonton/North).
There are over 70 golf courses located in the Edmonton region.
Spectator sports
Edmonton is home to a number of professional and amateur sport teams. The Edmonton Oilers of the National Hockey League are the most recognized team and have won numerous Stanley Cups. They play at the 16,839 seat Rexall Place which was built in 1979. Minor league hockey is also part of the Edmonton sports scene with the Edmonton Oil Kings of the Western Hockey League.
Edmonton is also home to the Edmonton Eskimos of the Canadian Football League. The Eskimos have won 13 Grey Cups and play at the 60,000 seat Commonwealth Stadium. For basketball, the recently formed Edmonton Energy of the International Basketball League play at Grant MacEwan Gymnasium against smaller American cities and other Canadian cities.
The University of Alberta Golden Bears (men's teams) and the University of Alberta Pandas (women's teams) participate in a number of sports including hockey, soccer, football (men), rugby, and track and field. Other local entries include the Edmonton Rush of the National Lacrosse League and the Edmonton Capitals of the Golden League of Baseball, who play at TELUS Field.
Major events and festivals
Edmonton, hailed as "Canada's Festival City" [37], is home to over 30 annual festivals and special events throughout the year.
Attracting over 500,000 visitors each year, the Edmonton International Fringe Theatre Festival is the largest in North America, second largest in the world, offering some 1,000 performances, primarily in venues in Old Strathcona. The Works Art & Design Festival features new works of painting, drawing, sculpture, and much more. The Whyte Ave Artwalk lets viewers stroll the avenue looking at local art. There is also the Canoe Fest which tells stories about morals and history. For music, Symphony Under the Sky is a nice way to listen to some fine music in the great outdoors. One of the world's leading Folk festivals, the Edmonton Folk Music Festival is a four-day outdoor music extravaganza that attracts more than 80,000 music lovers. Situated in Gallagher Park in Edmonton's scenic river valley, the festival offers an eclectic mix of music for all tastes.
For culture, Edmonton rolls out the red carpet. Heritage Days puts the spotlight on the food, dance, and local goods from over 60 cultural backgrounds. Edmonton Cariwest is a Caribbean festival that takes over downtown with colourful dances. Gay Pride is a large festival that closes Jasper Ave for people to be proud of gay rights.
In food, Edmonton has some festivals to keep you salivating. One of the most popular is A Taste of Edmonton. Purchase tickets and sample culinary delights from 40 of Edmonton's leading restaurants at Sir Winston Churchill Square.
The Edmonton area has seven large casinos: Casino Yellowhead, Casino Edmonton, Bacarrat Casino, Palace Casino, St Albert Casino, Celebration's Casino, and Marriot Enoch Resort & Casino.
Some of the best shopping opportunities are...
See the district articles for specific listings of different restaurants and fast food joints.
There are two major dining centres:
Edmonton is the birthplace of two major Canadian restaurant chains: Boston Pizza[38] (Italian), and earl's[39] (Canadiana). These two have major locations across Canada. The city is also home to a lot of good quality fast food chains like Burger Baron and Fatburger.
Italian food is very high quality in Edmonton. Chianti's, Sicilian Kitchen, Sorrentino's, Fiore Cantina, and Tony's Pizza offer hearty and filling pasta. The best are Whyte Ave, Downtown, or in Little Italy.
Edmonton has some excellent ethnic restaurants. "Langano Skies" is a fabulous ethiopian restaurant on Whyte Ave, "Syphay" offers spicy Thai cuisine on Calgary Trail and 62 Ave and "Padmanadi's" is a delicious Indonesian vegan restaurant in downtown.
Edmonton has its fair share of cheap Chinese food, most of which is concentrated in Chinatown. WokBox is another Edmonton-based chain, offering fair priced Chinese food in a fast food environment.
For the cheapest, and best tasting, pizza in the city, check out Steel Wheels a block north of Whyte Avenue. $3 for 2 slices, as well as an assortment of Chinese and Asian cuisine, and alcohol.
For a healthy alternative, check out HealthFare[40], which got its start in Edmonton in 2008. A new location opened downtown on Jasper Avenue in 2009. They display the calorie count of their items, and the restaurants employ green initiatives including: chairs are made of recycled plastic and aluminum; tables are made of reclaimed wood from local sources; eco-friendly take-out materials are made from renewable resources; and more.
Try locally grown and produced food: EatLocalFirst.com includes a list of all members with information on what they sell and produce and where to find them. [41]
The three local microbreweries are Alley Kat,Ambers's Brewing, and Yellowhead Brewery.
There are many pubs, clubs, lounges, and bars clustered on Jasper Avenue (downtown) and Whyte Avenue (Old Strathcona). Some of the most popular in Old Strathcona include Hudson's', Lucky 13, Filthy McNasty's, The Rack, Funky Buddha, and O'Byrne's.
For those looking for a more indie experience should journey to Black Dog Pub and Empress Ale House who provide visitors with a less mainstream outing.
Downtown you will find a range of places to serve your drinking desires. Contemporary resto-lounges, such as Suede, The Hat, Sherlock Holmes, Red Star Pub, and The Pint.
A variety of dance clubs can be located in the downtown area and these include: Vinyl Retro Dance Lounge (Retro Classics/Top 40), Oil City Roadhouse (Country), Treasury Vodka Bar (Top 40/Electronic), and Warehouse (Top 40)
Edmonton also has a prominent LGBT community and offers several establishments that cater to this particular group; Buddy's Nightclub, Flash, and Junction. In addition, on the last thursday of every month Empress Ale House hosts a special 'Beers for Queers' night.
Further afield Edmonton also offers nighttime spots in less centralized locations. The Ranch Roadhouse is a country music nightclub located in South Edmonton at 6107 104 Street and has long been a favorite of country music enthusiasts. West Edmonton Mall located in West Edmonton provides visitors with a number of bars including Empire Ballroom a large vegas-style club, Whisky Jack's Urban Saloon yet another country music club, and Hudsons the west end location of the Edmonton pub chain.
There are two main areas for good coffee. The Coffee Block refers to a block of independent coffee shops between 103 St. and 104 St. on Jasper Avenue. Although there are only 3 cafés, they are all very good. Three Bananas Cafe is another perfect stop; it's on the way to the Churchill LRT station at Churchill Square (102 Avenue between 99 and 100 Street). Another area is Whyte Avenue which has more spread out coffee shops but pretty much each one is very good. Luzzara Coffee Bar is an Italian style espresso bar (100th St & Whyte Ave) Java Jive is a local institution, having been around for more than thirty years and locally owned. There are three shops on the University of Alberta campus, and a warehouse on 77th Ave and 99th St. Transcend in Argyll is a very classy coffee shop that not only makes coffee, will sell you the beans (if you want to take home). Mandolin Books and Coffee Company on 112 Avenue is another fantastic find. Other than that, just do some exploring, you might just find something that is just for you.
Most of the budget hotels in the city are concentrated in and around the south (e.g. Derrick Hotel) end of the city or in the deep east central area. There is also a lot in the nearby suburbs, see Edmonton's area.
There are also hostels located downtown, by Jekyll & Hyde's Pub, and just off of Whyte Avenue.
Mid Range
Closer to the core, Holiday Inn Express Downtown and the Comfort Inn & Suites are good options. These two offer great views along with easy access to the benefits of downtown. In the north end, the Prospector's Gaming Room and North Inn and Suites are some great examples of some modern and simple good priced hotels at that part of the city. In the West End, with the closeness of West Edmonton Mall, there are a ton of hotels to choose from, most of which are on 100 Ave.
South of the river, in Old Strathcona-University the Campus Suites is a great option for nice service and its proximity to the University. Days Inn Edmonton South is a recent addition to Old Strathcona, just a few blocks off Whyte Avenue. Also on Gateway Boulevard there is a lot of hotels like Greenwood Inn & Suites, Ramada South, Ramada Edmonton, Mayfield Inn, Travelodge South, Econo Lodge, Sawridge Inn Edmonton South and Cedar Park Inn are the highest quality. In the east, there is a lovely Four Points hotel with easy access to the city.
Edmonton has a good variety of high end hotels in different locations in the city. Some of the most popular locations are:
Police stations
Edmonton is patrolled by the Edmonton Police Service. In addition to the Police Headquarters/Downtown Division located east of City Hall, the EPS is separated into five operational Divisions (the name in brackets denotes the neighbourhood in which the Division station is located):
Internet cafés
Edmonton has a small number of internet cafés, most being downtown or in Old Strathcona-University.
Stay safe
There are some areas where increased caution is advised, particularly after dark:
Panhandling has increased in recent years, particularly downtown and in the Old Strathcona area. Just decline politely and it shouldn't be an issue. Try to avoid parking lots that aren't gated shut, as there is a clear entrance for panhandlers to get in and be more aggressive.
The murder rate in Edmonton has spiked during 2011, with a record number of killings that is being seen as an anomaly. In most cases, however, the killings have involved people who know each other, drug-related, and gang violence. Visiting Edmonton is otherwise no more risky than it is visiting any other large city.
Northern driving
Navigation in Edmonton is made easier by city's street grid and relative lack of traffic compared to most other major North American cities. Visitors should note that additional hazards are presented by winter driving in the city, especially during and after the first few snowfalls of the winter. Ice can be a problem, especially on bridges. Ice on roadways can be almost invisible, which is where the commonly used - and dreaded - term "black ice" comes from. Stay tuned to local radio stations, several of which have regular road reports, and be prepared to find alternate routes should weather conditions or accidents shut down some routes.
Hospitals and major health centres
If you are on the north end, central, or in east central, the Royal Alexandra Hospital is the best. For the west, Misericordia is probably the best due to proximity. In the south side of the river, you may choose from Grey Nun's or University. Some people in central might go to University as well.
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Third Roundtable on Managing for Development Results
Hanoi, 5-8 February 2007
Third International Roundtable on Managing for Development Results
Government officials and development experts from more than 40 developing countries, and from donor agencies, private companies, and NGOs concluded their Third Roundtable on Managing for Development Results in the Vietnamese capital, Hanoi, with a call for stronger action to improve the number and quality of development results achieved with countries' own public funds and with international aid.
The Hanoi Roundtable reaffirmed the importance of the Paris Declaration on Aid
Effectiveness—a high-level commitment made in 2005 which sets out an ambitious
international agenda to improve aid practices and effectiveness, designed to
developing countries achieve a set of wide-ranging targets to reduce poverty
and improve
human welfare by 2015, known as the Millennium Development Goals. Central to
agenda is that all countries and donors should improve their management of
resources to
achieve better, verifiable development results, guided by a commitment to mutual
The renewed urgency to improve development results that emerged during
the Hanoi
Roundtable will form the basis for further progress in the run-up to the Third High Level
Forum on Aid Effectiveness, to be convened in Ghana in September 2008.
The Third International Roundtable on Managing for Development Results was
hosted by
the Government of Vietnam, and sponsored by the African Development Bank;
the Asian
Development Bank; the Development Assistance Committee of the Organization
Economic Co-operation and Development and its members; the Inter-American
Development Bank; the International Fund for Agricultural Development; the
Nations Development Programme; and the World Bank.


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ICD-10 Diagnosis Code N04.5
Nephrotic syndrome w diffuse mesangiocapillary glomrlneph
Diagnosis Code N04.5
Short Description: Nephrotic syndrome w diffuse mesangiocapillary glomrlneph
Long Description: Nephrotic syndrome with diffuse mesangiocapillary glomerulonephritis
This is the 2019 version of the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code N04.5
Valid for Submission
The code N04.5 is valid for submission for HIPAA-covered transactions.
Code Classification
Diseases of the genitourinary system (N00–N99)
Glomerular diseases (N00-N08)
- Nephrotic syndrome (N04)
- Glomerular diseases (N00-N08)
Information for Medical Professionals
The diagnosis code N04.5 is grouped in the following Diagnostic Related Group(s) (MS-DRG V35.0)
Convert to ICD-9 General Equivalence Map
The ICD-10 and ICD-9 GEMs are used to facilitate linking between the diagnosis codes in ICD-9-CM and the new ICD-10-CM code set. The GEMs are the raw material from which providers, health information vendors and payers can derive specific applied mappings to meet their needs.
- 581.2 - Membranoprolif nephrosis (approximate) Approximate Flag
The approximate flag is on, indicating that the relationship between the code in the source system and the code in the target system is an approximate equivalent.
- Mesangiocapillary glomerulonephritis type III
- Nephrotic syndrome associated with another disorder
- Nephrotic syndrome co-occurrent and due to membranoproliferative glomerulonephritis type III
- Nephrotic syndrome with membranoproliferative glomerulonephritis
- Nephrotic syndrome, diffuse mesangiocapillary glomerulonephritis
Index of Diseases and Injuries
References found for the code N04.5 in the Index of Diseases and Injuries:
- Inclusion Terms: Inclusion terms
List of terms is included under some codes. These terms are the conditions for which that code is to be used. The terms may be synonyms of the code title, or, in the case of "other specified" codes, the terms are a list of the various conditions assigned to that code. The inclusion terms are not necessarily exhaustive. Additional terms found only in the Alphabetic Index may also be assigned to a code.
- Nephrotic syndrome WITH "With"
The word "with" should be interpreted to mean "associated with" or "due to" when it appears in a code title, the Alphabetic Index, or an instructional note in the Tabular List. The word "with" in the Alphabetic Index is sequenced immediately following the main term, not in alphabetical order. membranoproliferative glomerulonephritis, types 1 and 3, or NOS
- Nephrotic syndrome WITH "With"
Information for Patients
Kidney Diseases
Also called: Renal disease
You have two kidneys, each about the size of your fist. They are near the middle of your back, just below the rib cage. Inside each kidney there are about a million tiny structures called nephrons. They filter your blood. They remove wastes and extra water, which become urine. The urine flows through tubes called ureters. It goes to your bladder, which stores the urine until you go to the bathroom.
Most kidney diseases attack the nephrons. This damage may leave kidneys unable to remove wastes. Causes can include genetic problems, injuries, or medicines. You have a higher risk of kidney disease if you have diabetes, high blood pressure, or a close family member with kidney disease. Chronic kidney disease damages the nephrons slowly over several years. Other kidney problems include
- Cancer
- Cysts
- Stones
- Infections
Your doctor can do blood and urine tests to check if you have kidney disease. If your kidneys fail, you will need dialysis or a kidney transplant.
NIH: National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases
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2013 Lexus ES 350 Values
Select a 2013 Lexus ES 350 trim level
2013 model year changes
For 2013, Lexus' mid-level luxury ES sedan has gotten a complete redo. Whereas the previous ES came based upon the Toyota Camry, the sixth generation model's underpinnings are borrowed from the larger Avalon sedan. This means a longer wheelbase and corresponding increase in rear legroom. The ES features an all-new look that is both athletic and restrained, with a deep and distinguished front grille and attractive curves at the rear. The ES 350 comes powered by the proven 268-hp, 3.5L V6, while an all-new ES 300h Hybrid--the first such car in the ES range--derives its 200 hp from a 2.5L Atkinson Cycle four-cylinder with assist from an electric motor. The combination is good for an EPA-estimated combined 40 mpg. Both models come loaded with standard amenities, technology, and safety features. The base ES 350 is priced at $36,995.
Competitive comparison
Improved chassis dynamics; terrific interior room and comfort levels; V6 power; hybrid efficiency
Special features for 2013
The Lexus ES occupies a highly competitive luxury segment against cars such as the Acura TL and Cadillac CTS. With its all-new sheetmetal, long list of standard features, and incredible safety features, however, the ES 350 has much to recommend it. And with the addition of the new ES 300h Hybrid, Lexus has upped the sedan's appeal immensely, setting it apart from the rest of the crowd.
Completely redesigned for 2013, the Lexus ES350 is a mid-sized luxury sedan, powered by a 3.5-liter V6 engine that produces 268 hp and 248 lb-ft of torque, for a 0-60 time of 6.8 seconds. FWD is paired with a 6-speed sequential-shift automatic transmission for an EPA estimated 21 mpg city and 31 mpg highway. Intuitive park assist, backup camera, 17-inch wheels, HID headlamps, panorama glass roof, dynamic radar cruise control, GPS-linked navigation, hands-free phone capabilities, power rear sunshade, dual climate control, voice command, 14-speaker sound system, 10-way power seat, and HD radio are some of the included features. Safety is comprised of 10 airbags, pre-collision warning system, stability control (ESC), traction control (TCS), anti-lock braking (ABS), brake assist (BA), and tire pressure monitoring (TPMS). The ES350 is backed by a 4-year/50,000-mile warranty.


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With more questions than answers surrounding the Super Bowl being played outdoors in a cold-weather climate next February, one thing is for certain: The NFL will have an extensive contingency plan in place to account for bad weather.
The league is considering various options that include the possibility of delaying the contest several days in the event of a weather emergency on game day. The league even could decide to play the game on Saturday if faced with an ominous forecast, sources said.
While contingency plans are in place for all events of this magnitude, the New York/New Jersey setting offers new challenges for the NFL. It is not a typical snowstorm that concerns the league but rather a weather crisis like a Nor'easter, something that is capable of shutting down the city.
"We have to look at all the angles: storm arriving day-of-game, storm arriving prior to game, storm arriving after game," one source said.
If the game, set for Feb. 2, has to be rescheduled, a host of complications would arise. For example, if the game were played later than on Sunday, fans would have to reschedule flights, something that would become especially problematic considering potential airport closings. Hotel accommodations also would come into play, as fans would need to extend their stays.
Similar problems would occur if the game is moved to Saturday, since some ticket holders do not arrive until the day of game.
"You know it will be a lot cooler, but there will be a lot of people and transportation issues regardless," said Jeff Miller, NFL vice president of security. "When you have a lot of moving parts and large crowds, you are moving on transportation systems already overloaded with daily commuters, so you've got some issues to deal with."
While New Orleans returned to the Super Bowl rotation with its game earlier this month, the talk among industry executives during the week was of next February, with an eye on New York and a focus on the uncertainties of staging such a large event in a potentially frigid city. The league has held Super Bowls in cold weather climates before, but always in stadiums with roofs.
The league was especially fortunate last year in Indianapolis, where mild temperatures held steady through the week.
But next year's game is seen as the test case for future cold-weather-climate Super Bowls. Most are bracing for what is expected to be unparalleled interest.
The league is prepared for significant demand for tickets and hospitality, with some veteran sponsors predicting record-high prices for both.
"The challenge I see is that the stadium is only so big and demand is far going to exceed availability," said Dave Wintergrass, the NFL's senior director of events.
Wintergrass directs NFL On Demand, which sells on-site Super Bowl hospitality packages ranging from $3,949 to $8,849 per person. "We had requests to leave deposits since last October."
Media presence during Super Bowl week also is expected to be greater than normal, especially since all of the major broadcasting companies have extensive studio space in and around Manhattan. The increased broadcast attention will follow from what happened this year in New Orleans, where CBS essentially took over Jackson Square, a popular landmark in New Orleans.
"We will still have a presence in New York, but we don't know what that will be yet," said David Berson, executive vice president of CBS Sports and president of CBS Sports Network. "We envision it will be a different approach from this year, when it's our game."
FOX Sports, which holds the rights to next year's Super Bowl, was mum on its plans for New York, mainly because it still hasn't officially announced its plans to launch the all-sports channel FOX Sports 1 in August.
FOX has identified the New York Super Bowl as a big opportunity to build the Fox Sports 1 brand and is planning to carry several New York-based events in the run-up to the game, including college basketball games, a U.S. women's national soccer team game from Yankee Stadium and a UFC event from the Prudential Center.
Much like CBS Sports this year, FOX Sports will have an extensive set for FOX Sports 1, most likely on or near Super Bowl Boulevard, which will run along Broadway from 34th to 44th streets. Plus, it plans to share talent between the broadcast network and the cable channel and will use FOX News' studios liberally.
In years past, ESPN virtually owned Super Bowl week, carrying out its motto that it owns everything around the Super Bowl but the game. ESPN has always built the biggest sets and produced the most TV hours around the game.
Once NFL Network launched, the two channels shared the market. Now, the NFL's other TV partners, and their all-sports cable channels, are taking part, too.
ESPN hasn't made its decisions about New York yet but has been looking for locations that combine a good backdrop of the city with heavy foot traffic.
It's the size and everyday clutter of New York that dominated conversations in New Orleans, as concerned marketers stressed it will make social, digital and street marketing efforts much more important.
"The Super Bowl is always a noisy marketing environment, as is New York," said Alex Craddock, head of Visa North America marketing. "We think that will be tempered by more people interacting with a Super Bowl city than ever. All of our programs have a social component now, so we'll ratchet that up to a level that fits both New York and the Super Bowl."
It's not just New York's cluttered marketing environment that will be difficult, marketers say. It will be figuring out how to activate with fans in the market, as well.
"We are more concerned about the logistics of it all than the marketing," said Carolyn Eckert, sponsorship, promotions and creative services manager at NFL sponsor Castrol. "I can't see anyone doing grand scale efforts (outside). We're going to have to rethink our activation with fans. You can't really put big build-outs on the street; New York City won't allow that. So I think it gets down to more street marketing teams, social media, along with customer-engagement events."
Even top hospitality companies aren't quite sure what to expect, though they are confident sales will be big.
"Demand will be there. It already is," said Keith Bruce, whose SportsMark runs NFL House and was executing Super Bowl hospitality in New Orleans for 10 clients, including Visa and CBS. "Operationally, it's going to be very difficult … because a lot of people won't want to sit outside."
Sports Business Journal reporters Terry Lefton and John Ourand contributed to this report.


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During an Activision Blizzard earnings call earlier today, CFO Thomas Tippl announced that Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 will be released this holiday season. The game is under development at the company's Infinity Ward studio, the same place that developed the first Modern Warfare title. We really don't know any specifics about the game at this time, such as whether or not it's a direct sequel (or prequel?) to the first or if any of the characters from CoD4 will be returning. Hopefully we'll be seeing the game soon and can clear up these nagging questions. As the sequel to our 2007 Game of Year, we've got high hopes for this one!
Will says: Well, this is pretty awesome news, as I wasn't sure if we'd be getting this gem this year or next. As one of the many folks who still plays Call of Duty 4 from time to time (gotta get those Veteran achievements!), I'd admittedly even be happy with a glorified expansion. I highly doubt that that's what we'll be seeing, as Infinity Ward wouldn't play us like that, but I can't help wondering if the game will be a sequel or a prequel. Personally, I'd love to see more of Captain Price's backstory, something I know our very own Bryn Williams shares my enthusiasm for.
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The United States Global Change Research Program (USGCRP), an interagency project within the federal government, is charged with observing, understanding and predicting global change and making the group's results available for use in policy matters. In the Global Change Data and Information Management Program Plan, published in 1992, the participating federal agencies agreed to do the following:
The ASK system will contain three modules: client module, assisted search module and data collection module.
A Query Scheduler in the client portion of the system will enable searches to be performed in real time or on a delayed basis and routed to the user.
User interfaces will be made available to all clients (in order to accommodate all Internet users) and will allow functionality consistent across platforms. Additionally, a character-based interface will be available in the assisted search module for use over the Internet with any VT100 style terminal or terminal emulator.
NL Search Engine is the heart of the system. To leverage the latest developments in computer technology, the NL search engine combines the best of both statistical and concept-based searching. Statistical searching measures criteria such as the number of occurrences of search terms or the proximity of those terms to one another within a document. Concept-based searching enhances the process by adding user knowledge and expertise; users can choose concept definitions from a knowledge base, improving accuracy through additional contextual evidence.
In order to eliminate the costly labor intensive process needed to manually build and maintain the knowledge bases required by concept-based searching, the prototype system will contain a built-in knowledge base of information from published lexical sources (such as dictionaries and thesauri). It will also utilize advanced linguistic techniques, such as morphological analysis, and natural language processing techniques in order to identify concepts to be used for searching.
Users will be able to enter search requests in the form of Boolean queries, plain English queries or by geographical parameters. The search engine will be able to enhance the search request with related terms and concepts, which may be refined by the user prior to search execution.
The search engine will include a set of document loading tools used to build compact indexes to the documents. These will enable structured or unstructured documents to be retrieved at high speed and displayed in their native formats.
Extendable Knowledge Bases. Although the basic search engine will include a built-in knowledge base consisting of dictionaries/thesauri, it will also allow for extensions, with the capability of easy modification and loading of new terms. The diversity of vocabularies among data sources also makes it mandatory that users be able to identify and utilize terminology unique to a particular discipline or agency, thus enabling concept-based searching from a particular user perspective.
Smart Query Scheduler and Smart Query Servers. The nature of the distributed environment to be handled by the assisted search module requires that several processes be controlled by this module. Because clients can query in real time or on a delayed basis and can query over multiple databases in multiple locations simultaneously, queries must be scheduled and routed for maximum efficiency and speed. This requires a client/server architecture in which several processes (transparent to users) are controlled by the assisted search module and its interfaces to other remote servers.
One or more Smart Query Servers will exist for each database to be searched; the server will actually execute the search (through an interface to the search engine) and return the results to a Client Handler. When a client (user) makes a search request, the Client Handler first requests an available Query Server from the Smart Query Scheduler. The Scheduler will wait (if necessary) for an available Query Server and then allocate the server to the Client Handler. The Client Handler will connect to the Query Server and initiate the search over the requested database. When the search is complete, the Query Server will notify the Scheduler that it is available for additional searches. Each Query Server must be able to handle multiple simultaneous requests. The Smart Query Scheduler must also monitor all Query Servers so that no one server is over utilized.
Expanded Query Generator and Results Synthesizer. The assisted search module will enable users to query on data and information cataloged using various search engines and their associated loading and formatting mechanisms. To handle the multiplicity of formats and still take advantage of the built-in knowledge base and relevancy ranking provided by the NL search engine, an Expanded Query Generator will translate a user query into one or more queries recognizable by the database being searched. All archived and new data may remain in or be loaded in whatever format is desired, without sacrificing the greater accuracy of queries processed via the NL Search Engine and knowledge bases.
After the databases are searched and results are returned, a Results Synthesizer will combine the returned documents into a single, ranked list for the user. The Synthesizer will allow the NL Search Engine to apply relevancy ranking uniformly, even though the returned documents may have been retrieved from diverse databases and engines.
As part of this component, interfaces to a variety of search and storage standards (such as WAIS, World Wide Web, and others) will be explored.
Profiles and Routing. The flow of text will be managed so that new documents added to data collections can be routed automatically to users with profiles matching the subject code of the document. In this way, users can be notified automatically of new and pertinent data and information.
Each available source database will contain a particular code that identifies, in general terms, the subject matter of its documents. Users can create individual profiles that further define the types of information about which they wish to be notified. On a periodic basis, a Smart Drone will search documents added to target databases in order to match them to user profiles. Documents ranked above a particular threshold (based on matches with the user profile) will then be mailed to those users. Assisted Search Metadata. One portion of the search assistance provided via the GCDIS ASK system is metadata (or data about data) that will be maintained on the assisted search module. This MetaGuide will consist of information such as participating Internet addresses and IDs, server names and locations, search engines, available knowledge bases, user profile and routing data and the subject matter contained in various databases. The MetaGuide directory will serve as a global navigation tool and will be provided in the form of a main directory, as well as in an alphabetical index. Data for the MetaGuide directory will be gathered from all participating providers of global change data and information.
GIS Option. A geographic information system (GIS) is required to facilitate searching for documents that meet certain geographic parameters. As demonstrated in a GCDIS Pilot Project, the semantic network structure can already identify hierarchical references (such as part of) to political boundaries (as in Arizona is part of the United States, which is part of North America), as well as specific latitude/longitude references. An existing GIS will be available in the GCDIS Assisted Search Module. Help Desk will assist users who have difficulty accessing the system, locating Internet address information or databases to be searched, formulating queries, etc. Users can access the Help Desk via electronic messages over the Internet, via telephone, etc.
Design Phase - identify the level of effort required to build the ASK prototype system. Specific major objectives include evaluating off-the-shelf vs. customized interfaces, researching optimum system configurations and developing a design specification, modifying the proposed implementation plan as necessary to reflect that specification.
Implementation Phase - build and test an operational version of the GCDIS ASK system, which can be used as prototype by users to search specific sources.
Maintenance Phase - provide for the staffing of the Help Desk and enable the expansion of the system to include more users and data sources. Roberta Y. Rand is the U.S. Department of Agriculture Change Data and Information Management Coordinator in the Information Systems Division of the National Agricultural Library.


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Law School Admissions / Re: DO NOT GO TO LAW SCHOOL!!!« on: January 02, 2011, 09:27:44 AM »
It's true law school is a bottomed-out, dying profession. This is a fact REGARDLESS of where one goes to school. All this talk of "second tier beats third tier" like playing rock, paper scissors is STUPID. If you want to rake up a $100K in debt to PRAY to make $45K a year, then law school is your friend. I went to law school (fourth tier) and have finally, through penny-pinching, paid my $100K debt down to about $50K. And that's while making a $53K a year salary. It burns me to know I still owe as much as I do. I am 33. There is another lawyer in my office who makes the same amount as I do, went to a "first tier" school vs my "fourth tier" school. She even commented "look where it got me." Exactly. She went to a way "better" law school, plus she has a master's from Harvard, and all it got her was twice the debt at the same age as me. She still owes about $100K. I would rather owe my debt than hers and keep my crappy fourth tier degree. Being that much closer to getting out of this financial moneypit disaster is way more valuable than having a "better" degree.


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WWW~Spicy Flank Steak
1/3 cup sour cream
(I used light)
2 tablespoons ground horseradish
2 tablespoons chili sauce
1 tablespoon lime juice
1/2 to 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 beef flank steak (1-1-1/2 pounds)
In a small bowl combine the sourcream and horseradish. Cover and refrigerate for several hours. Combine the chili sauce, lime juice, pepper flakes and salt--brush on each side of the steak.
Broil or grill for 6-8 minutes or until meat reaches desired doneness. Let stand for 5 minutes. Cut across the grain into thin strips. Serve with sour cream sauce. YUM-O!!
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Call last weekend was one of the wildest days of my career to date, including some events that I'm literally not thinking about because, despite my predilection for seeing how close to the edge of a cliff I can get without falling over, I don't dare to examine those events in detail. And that was only the beginning.
The last consult of the day was for an elderly patient with peritonitis. She had multiple other comorbidities, making the idea of operating on her quite daunting. Nevertheless, as I've told the medical students many times, if somebody honestly has peritonitis, then they need surgery. So I had to explain to the family, who thought they'd come in to the hospital for just another bout of the stomach flu. The altered mental status, clammy skin, absent urine output and glazed eyes didn't have the same instant significance for them that they had for me.
Once they agreed that, despite the risks, they would rather take the risk of death with surgery than the certainty of death without surgery, I had some more calls to make: the senior resident, to come in from home. The OR, who suggested that they had other cases running and perhaps we could wait a couple hours; which returns to the principle that real peritonitis means surgery right now if physically possible, even if that means calling staff in from home. (Perhaps it comes from so many years listening to my father the anesthesiologist making call after call trying to arrange anesthesia and nursing coverage for night and weekend ORs; I haven't quite adjusted to being the surgeon, the one who declares that it needs to be done, and then leaves it to the OR team to figure out how to make it happen. Not to be authoritarian, but someone has to be the one to say that an emergency is an emergency.) And the attending, one of the older ones, who believes in rattling the juniors at all opportunities. He drilled me with questions (all the labs; the medical history for the last two weeks; recent imaging; why didn't we do this or that test); and above all, are you really sure that this sick old lady has peritonitis – so sure that you're going to put her through the risk of an operation. I stood up to him, but by the time he hung up, I was very glad to see the senior resident arriving, and equally impressed by the patient's physical exam.
She did well – much better than I expected. She's already extubated, ready to start eating, and looking ten times better than that night (when she was nearly ready to be intubated simply for respiratory distress, by the time we got to the OR).
That was the first time I've made a hard call on a patient needing surgery. Deciding that a patient with a moderate small bowel obstruction can have an NG tube and be observed for twelve hours, or that a child with a good story and a good exam has appendicitis, that a patient with a cold, ischemic leg needs intervention, or that someone with a perforated ulcer needs surgery – those aren't hard; they're cut and dried. This patient wasn't straightforward at all. I was the senior surgery person in the hospital, and I dragged everyone in from home, and forced the family to make a difficult decision, based on my clinical assessment. I'm sure this story is not that impressive to any experienced doctors who may be reading, but it was new for me.
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The Makumbas' range in an area of 20-25km² south-east of the base camp called Bai Hokou.
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