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Vitamin C Benefits: When and How it Helps in Preventing Influenza
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Influenza, also what you and I may refer to as "flu", is an infectious disease caused by the influenza virus. Now don't let the word "infectious" scare you here since what it means is that its transferable to others around you or that you may get it from someone who is already affected by influenza. Interestingly, some of the commonly seen signs of influenza are fever, cough, sore throat, runny or study nose, body aches, headaches, feeling very tired. In addition, this may be accompanied by vomiting and diarrhea for some individuals but not all.
Now let's add to the mix our old and trusted friend, Vitamin C. If you haven't read about this wonder vitamin (did you know it is also an antioxidant?), you HAVE to stop everything and go check it out. Apart from being available in the most delicious of sources like citrus fruits, some green vegetables, let's not forget the very addictive and yummy vitamin C tablets and gummy bears. But I am not just randomly throwing Vitamin C into the mix. Even though there have been questions about its effectiveness, people have been using Vitamin C when they experience pre-symptoms or the onset of influenza symptoms.
A generous amount of studies have been conducted into deducing the effectiveness of Vitamin C when it comes to treating influenza and almost all have similar conclusions. The intake of vitamin C mega dose reported an 85% decrease in cold and flu symptoms in comparison to a test group. Simply put, people who took Vitamin C when they had slight symptoms of cold and flu or a little while after reported feeling less symptoms in comparison to people who were given simple pain relievers and decongestants to alleviate their symptoms. That being said influenza almost always completes its week-long cycle within the human body however, the intake of Vitamin C makes the experience so much better and reduces the severity of the symptoms.
All of that aside, there are still critics of the use of vitamin C for the prevention of influenza. Some factors that may be taken into consideration when thinking about which side of the spectrum you fall on consist of the dosage of vitamin C being ingested, daily routine and overall health. These 3 factors are crucial since the action or effect of Vitamin C heavily depends on them. For example, the study referenced above administered "mega" doses of vitamin C to their patients who experienced flu like symptoms.
This dose was about 1000mg 3 times a day. In stark comparison, the daily recommended dosage of vitamin C for an average person consists of 90mg for men and 75mg for women! Hence, an apt warning is to not self-administer such high doses of any vitamin without the recommendation or prescription of a doctor. It is also consequently easy to deduce that taking such small doses of vitamin C may not produce the same effect as the mega dose. Secondly, a relatively healthier person with a more active lifestyle is less likely to contract influenza in comparison to someone with a sedentary lifestyle and poor eating choices. Similarly, an overall healthier person may not experience extremely heavy symptoms while a weaker individual may have to deal with harsh symptoms.
How Much Vitamin C?
So, when and how can Vitamin C be taken to prevent influenza symptoms?
If you go into a pharmacy today and told the pharmacist that you could feel flu-like symptoms approaching, chances are they will give you a sachet/bottle of vitamin C tablets or effervescent drinkable liquid or even gummy bears. This is because chances are that drinking (or ingesting) vitamin C will definitely give you an immunity boost which is much needed when flu-like symptoms come knocking at your door. Your may also give you a much higher dose of vitamin C than which falls in the daily recommended dosage as that has been shown to display benefits in individuals. Another great advice is to eat foods rich in Vitamin C as they are not only a rich source in this helpful vitamin but naturally ingesting Vitamin C will help prevent flu-like symptoms plus these foods are always accompanied by other great vitamins and minerals which have wonderful effects on the body.
Some very useful steps that you can take to prevent contracting flu, (other than ingesting Vitamin C) consists of:
Always rinse your hands with soap as well as warm water. This is especially crucial when you know someone who has flu and has been sneezing or coughing and has shook your hands. Now a day a quick fix is also using hand sanitizer however that does tend to dry out your skin a bit, even though it serves the same purpose as washing your hands with soap.
There are various different surfaces that you touch during a day. Chances are, someone with an infection could have sneezed, coughed or even touched that surface before you (elevator buttons, shopping cart and the grocery store, communal pen). A great step at this point is to clean the surface with hand sanitizer, however since this is not always possible, avoid touching your face, especially orifices like your eyes, nose and even mouth when you touch these public areas.
Cover your own mouth/nose when you sneeze or cough. As much as you don't want to contact the infection, you definitely do not want someone else to get it from you either.
Avoid contact with someone who you know is sick. It is a good idea to avoid hugging and kissing those around you who you know have symptoms.
Regularly clean the areas you spend most time at. For example, disinfecting surface at home or even work will greatly reduce your chances of contracting a cold. Cleaning your table at work, disinfecting your mouse and keyboard as well as communal pens that you may share may reduce your chances of contracting influenza who may have been around you.
In the end, it is a good idea to always visit your doctor or pharmacist if your symptoms worsen.


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Places Where You Can Stay When You Visit Copenhagen Copenhagen is one of the traditional places With a population of one million people. It is a great destination that is loved by very many people Both foreigners and local because you can enjoy shopping. When you want to take your family for shopping and vacation this is a great place to be. They have different places where you can stay while on vacation or business trips. Both local and international tourist visit Copenhagen, and they are assured of nice places where they can sleep which are not expensive, and the places are beautiful and cozy. The city also has many squares, parks, and museums where they hold public events, festivals that attract tourists from all over Europe. A lot of financial transaction take place here. They use roads for transportation and very high-speed trains. Whether you are on business or just visiting on a holiday, I would advice that you book your rooms near the city center as this give you the very best access to the other areas. One of such places is the Copenhagen Admiral Hotel, which is located right at the heart of the city centre. We also have the Toldbodgade which is located 24-28 street just next to the river. The hotel is build close to a river which serves as an attraction site for the people who are staying in this hotel The hotel was well constructed with a blend in of the modern and the traditional feel. When you are at the dining area of the Toldbodgade some of these features can take you back in time, and help you understand the tradition of the Copenhagen city as well as make your stay more pleasant and memorable. Hotel has the executive suites and the average rooms, and therefore they can accommodate all kinds of people with different budgets. Some rooms in Toldbodgade have higher demand than others, and this is because of their special view. Some of the rooms have special facilities, and this gives them special demand. Another advantage is that they offer 24 hours concierge services, free access to Wi-fi, and laundry services. Some rooms have extra services and balconies. Their the restaurant is amazing. The restaurant is beautiful with the wooden beams, and curved ceilings visible It is also surrounded by many other hotels if you don't want to eat at their restaurant, and this makes this hotel one of the best places where you can stay while in Copenhagen. Another great place is the 71 Nyhavn Hotels. It is a warehouse that was converted into a hotel, and it has 6 floors with 150 guest houses. This is a beautiful place where you can enjoy your stay.The Beginner's Guide to Accommodation


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If you are looking for a small scale sofa that is not only pleasing to the eye but is rather comfortable and durable as well then I guess you can stop your search. Knopparp is a small sofa with a big impression and that fits perfectly wherever space is limited. You will find that it is smartly designed and is a perfect lightweight.
It is that sofa that comes with a comfortable padded cover and uses fewer materials hence is environmentally friendly and very good for our beautiful planet earth. This Knopparp sofa is very durable thanks to the metal construction and strong supporting fabric.
So you really don't have to judge its durability based on its size because it can probably outlive all the other big sofas you probably have.
Thanks to the innovative construction used on this sofa they happen to use fewer materials and foam when making it at the same time they found a way to ensure that the comfort was maintained.
This is generally a sofa with small dimensions making it rather easy to work with and to furnish with, even when space is limited.
Which is exactly why it was designed as a small scale sofa. Its cover is made from knisa fabric which is polyester that has been dope dyed. It's a durable sofa that will not disappoint you in terms of looks, feel, and price as well.
- Is a sofa designed especially for limited spaces
- Is durable and lightweight at the same time
- Is very easy to clean and maintain
- Because of its lightweight, it is very easy to move around
- The material used is neither waterproof or stain resistant
Well just by looking at this beautiful sofa you can tell that it will add an amazing flare to your home. It comes with a cornered shape that makes it rather fit into the classic modern style.
However, due to its small size, you will find that it will also work in a minimalist zone and because of its colors grey and bright blue, it would work well in a contemporary setting as well.
Besides the attractive design, this sofa also has a low price and is very good from an environmental perspective. It can be packaged so smartly that it could be taken home on a bus and be easy to assemble, robust, and easy to keep clean.
With this sofa in your home you are guaranteed and a very humble and modest setting. The result is a sofa that exudes honesty and more of what you see is what you get.
As I already stated the sofa is a small scale sofa. Perfect for limited spaces but it is also perfect if you are looking to add a humble piece to your large home. It doesn't have to always be the living room but any bedroom or foyer could work with this sofa as well.
It comes at the following measurements Width: 68 1/2 ", Depth: 29 7/8 ", Height: 27 1/2 ", Height under furniture: 8 1/4 ", Armrest height: 27 1/2 ", Seat width: 64 5/8 ", Seat depth: 21 1/4 ", Seat height: 15 3/8 ", Armrest width: 1 5/8 ". From this, you can obviously tell that it is best suited for small spaces or houses that are still trying to manage comfort even in limited spaces.
The sofa is generally small but rather very comfortable. Made from 100 % polypropylene as the supporting fabric with the armrest frame as well as the top rail back and front rail being steel epoxy/polyester powder coating. The sofa feels soft, sturdy, and strong.
The footing is polypropylene. Back and seat filling polyurethane foam 1.5 lb/cu.ft. If you are worried about your skin, rest assured this sofa will bring a warm soft caress as you sit because the cover is polyester wadding and non-woven polyester fabric.
So we have already stated that this sofa is durable. At the same time, it is easy to keep clean as its cover is removable and can be machine washed. It's very easy to bring home if you choose to carry it on your own. The packaging is literally just over one and a half meters in height and weighs 50 lbs.
Coming to you with a 10-year limited warranty should really tell you more about this sofa. The cover has the ability to resist abrasion and has been tested to handle 40,000 cycles. 15,000 cycles or more is suitable for furniture used every day at home. Over 30,000 cycles mean a good ability to resist abrasion. It also has a lightfastness level of 5-6 out of 8 which means that you have a long way to go before it starts to lose color.
Coming to you at a price of $149, I think this sofa should have actually cost more. Size isn't all and clearly this sofa has managed to prove that quite well. It is not only comfortable but it is also durable and very much aesthetic. To anyone who gets this sofa, they can never regret such a purchase. So yeah, the pricing is quite perfect at such an affordable price you will be getting this amazing small scale sofa.
I highly recommend you to get this sofa especially if you are living in a limited spaced area and you are generally on a tight budget. The sofa is very much affordable and will probably offer you better comfort and service as compared to other sofas out there.
At the same time if you are living in a big house and you need an extra piece of furniture I would highly recommend this sofa because not only is it pleasing to look at, you will also feel an amazing rush of comfort when you sit on it be it in the living room, foyer or even your bedroom. So what are you waiting for? Be sure to check out our Kuka Sofa Review.
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"The Word of God is given me to speak."
Recently I had a situation in which I perceived that someone rejected me. I observed myself analyzing that person's actions, trying to figure out the motives, attitudes and beliefs this person might have. I told myself I was trying to understand the person. But as I observed myself, I realized that there was something else going on beneath that. I believed that I must be guilty for doing something wrong that caused me to be rejected.
The attempt to try to "understand" the person was really an attempt to put the cause outside of me and therefore to try to relieve the guilt I felt. In believing that I have separated from God, I am rejecting God.
Does God feel guilty because I rejected Him? No, He sees me as holy and pure as Himself, as He created me with His Word. It is that Self He created that I must accept to be free of guilt. No attempt to find the cause outside of me can possibly relieve the guilt because such attempts are based on the false premise that the guilt is real.
If God knows me as pure and innocent as Himself, then guilt cannot be real. To know my Self, it is this I must accept. As I accept the Word of God, His absolute certainty that I am pure and holy as He created me, there will no longer be a need to see a cause for guilt outside of me. The illusion of guilt will be gone so there cannot be a cause. Thus will I be able to see my brother with the same purity and holiness that God gave me. For what I see is the one Self we share.
I stand together with my brother now, bathed in the Light of God's Love in Which we are united. We are one Self. There is no gap between us. We are His holy Son. The Word of God is given me to speak.
The Word of God says that we all are pure and holy as God. Would I deny that? Would I disagree with God and tell Him that He is wrong? Would I choose to see what is the opposite of God's Word? That is what I am choosing to do if I make real something in my brother that denies God's Word.
Jesus tells us to be open to receive God's Word into our minds. As we open our minds to receive God's Word, we just naturally extend God's Word because it becomes the only truth in our minds. Instead of duality and differences, we see that nothing has changed God's Word. No false ideas, no false stories, no false imaging, no ego projections of guilt can change the truth of the holiness and purity in God we are in truth.
Would I deny the truth today by making illusions real? Or would I accept God's Word and know that every Son is as pure and holy as God? Today I will practice using the power of decision to let the truth be true and let go of the ego's lies of separation. Today I would practice freeing my brother and myself of the insanity that comes from the split mind. God is. Love is. Nothing else is real. "The Word of God is given me to speak."
I had an experience very much like the one described above. I felt rejected by someone. I was very upset by it. I was so confused because I couldn't figure out what I had done wrong. I kept going over and over it in my mind, imagining myself saying things differently, but I just couldn't figure out where I had made a mistake. When I tried to give it to Holy Spirit for healing, I kept taking it back.
After praying about it, I realized that this had to be about him and not me and I finally got relief from my anxiety by praying for him. Every time I thought of him, I would see him in God's loving Light. After awhile I felt a lot better, but I still felt like I was missing something. As soon as I read the first two paragraphs of the above comments, I saw so clearly what was going on. I am always amazed at how willingly I will accept guilt; how easily I will see myself as wrong, even when it makes no sense.
I also recognize the pattern of seeing the problem as outside myself. I could have sworn that I wasn't doing that, but as soon as I read the above perspective, I laughed out loud at how obvious it was. I can just imagine myself playing a child's game, walking around with my eyes closed proclaiming, "I can't see anything."
I have also recently experienced a form of rejection or hurt from a person with whom I work with. As hard as I try to turn it over, let it go, and move on, I keep playing the same tape in my head over and over again. I, too, find myself analyzing this person's actions and my own. I ask myself if this person is a mirror image of myself, if this person's hateful attitude can be me at times, or maybe the ego part of me wants me to perceive this person as hateful in an attempt to distract me from seeing the oneness in us. I don't know.
I read the above perspective over and over again, and part of me understands what it's saying, but another part of me is not allowing the words to compute. In my particular situation, FOR NOW I've decided to discontinue my relationship with this person (although deep down I know that's not the answer), but there's guilt involved because of the fact that I know it's not the answer.
I think ending the relationship gives me a sense of safety, because I think I feel that at least I won't get hurt again. However, the Course teaches me that, as the Son of God, I cannot be hurt to begin with. So I know the ego is involved in this tangled mess I'm experiencing. Nonetheless, my awareness of knowing this need not be is still a huge step in the healing process. I still have to remember this is just that, a process.
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A Driver's education usually starts at a very early age. However, for everyone concerned a persons legal driver education program starts at the time they have planned to get their Drivers Licence. It starts as soon as you pick up the Victorian Traffic Handbook and learn all there is to traffic rules and driving a car.
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In Windows NT/2000/XP/2003 there is a slightly quicker way. Open a DOS command prompt window (from 'Accessories' in the 'Programs' menu in 'Start'). Then open the Task Manager (from the System Tray menu or pressing Ctrl-Alt-Delete), select the explorer.exe process and end it. The task bar and other Windows shell elements will disappear.
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One of the top recommendations in Victoria's 30-year infrastructure strategy is to increase the proportion of housing in established areas that are well serviced with infrastructure.
Infrastructure Victoria has published research on the cost issues associated with infrastructure supporting residential development in Melbourne.
The research builds an evidence base on the capacity and cost of infrastructure supporting housing development, considering different settings ranging from established to greenfield growth areas.
Read our report in the resources library below.


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This post came down my Google+ stream today, which I wanted to share:
This post is a request to share another post and an invitation to the check out Google+ Ripples. Google+ Ripples is a Google+ feature that visualizes a post's activitiy. It will show you a post's broadcast potential by visualizing who has shared it:
Brad Matthies does a good job showing you how to view a Ripple for any G+ post – check out his blog for more information.
I don't have much to say yet on Google Ripples – it's still very new and novel and I think people are playing with it more than they are thinking about what it does, how it does it, and what it might mean (if it means anything.).
One thing did cross my mind as people in my own Google+ stream started to share my own share of the post, though. I'm curious to see how Google+ Ripples will turn out. It may only be visualizing and making public the links we all make to one post on the Goog, but I'm interested to know if there might be a backlash against it.
This is interesting because people, including myself, often become uncomfortable and vocal when information about our relationships between ourselves and the information that actually connects us is revealed on the Internet, so I'm almost expecting a public pushback against Google+ Ripples (even though the information and not the carrier is centered in its graphs). But once the Info.Corps back down and put the cover back over our social graphs, we stop worrying and carry on with our day on the Internet – business as usual. The thing that gets to me, though, is that we don't really think twice about the fact that this information about us has already been collected, and on some social media networks, is being shared with third parties without our knowledge.
Don't take that to think that I'm being alarmist – I'm not suggesting we shut down all of our accounts immediately. I'm only observing the way we sometimes object to the public display of our social graphs but don't seem to worry that the information is being collected in the first place.
P.s. I think the + in Google+ is a little silly at this point. I really want to just call it "Google Ripples."


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HER Speaker Series
Find inspiration at home as leaders in health, wellness, business, and community share their stories in monthly live Zoom events.
Potty Talk: Managing Upper GI Symptoms of Treatment
In this edition of 'Potty Talk', UFH registered dietitian, Erin Pellegrin dives into the causes of and strategies to manage symptoms of upper GI distress caused by cancer treatment including taste changes, sore mouth, reflux, nausea, indigestion, and more.
Dr. Bhattacharya and Dr. Bloom join to discuss the effects of cancer treatment on the cardiovascular system and how cardio-oncology can help patients manage their cardiovascular health through treatment.
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Treatment-Related Premature Menopause
Dr. Diljeet Singh joins to discuss treatment-related menopause. She explains what's happening during this time and why symptoms occur. Plus, she provides tips for managing symptoms like hot flashes, night sweats, body aches, disturbances in sleep and mood, sleep dysfunction, and vaginal dryness.
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Massage for Self-Care
Discover the power of self-care using massage to support you both physically and mentally! Join us as Laura Bryant-Earner, LMT, CMLDT Service Director at Healwell joins to share massage techniques for self-massage.
Ovarian Cancer Resources Panel
A panel of ovarian cancer experts and community leaders join us this Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month to share resources for ovarian cancer patients and caregivers.
Advances in Ovarian Cancer – Immunotherapy & Beyond BRCA
Dr. Stephanie Blank and Dr. Dmitriy Zamarin discuss advancements in ovarian cancer research, immunotherapy, and beyond BRCA.
Cancer and Physical Therapy – A Balancing Act
Dr. Erin Helm and Dr. Michael Fernandes discuss aspects of cancer and its treatment that can make you feel unsteady and strategies for improving balance and reducing fall risk.
Clinical Trials
Ricki Fairley and Valerie Worthy of Touch BBCA discuss their initiative When We Tri(al). They will be speaking about clinical trials and the importance of participating, especially for the black community.
Potty Talk
Erin Pellegrin, RD and Sarah Murphy, LPC join to talk about the effects of stress on the gut, GI side effects of treatment, managing symptoms, and much more.
Surgical Options and Updates for Breast Cancer
Dr. Lucy De La Cruz and Dr. Gabriel Del Corral join to talk about current surgical options for patients undergoing breast cancer treatment.
*Note: Must be logged into YouTube to view due to age restriction
Hablemos de las Visitas al Baño
Jenny Kirn, LPC y Katheryne Romero, RD hablan sobre problemas estomacales, nutrición, mente y cuerpo.
Más información: Mente Cuerpo Digestion
Exercise for Bone Health and Metastatic Disease
Priscilla Fitzpatrick, Founder of Stronger Thru Cancer and Fran Conway, RN join us this National Osteoporosis Awareness and Prevention Month to talk about the benefits of movement to support bone health, especially with metastatic disease that may affect it.
Demystifying Medical Marijuana
Back by popular demand! Expert panelists Dr. Sulak, Dr. Wilson-King, and Dr. Williams-Park talk about how medical marijuana can be used to manage symptoms during treatment and recovery and answer all your questions about how it works and if it's the right fit for you.
Demystifying Medical Marijuana Presentation
Tips for Better Sleep During Treatment and Recovery
Dr. Lexi Muench, PsyD discusses the science around sleep and gives some tips to improve sleep quality during treatment and in recovery.
What is Cording?
Jami Rothman, MD and Janet Roberto, PT talk about what cording is, why it can develop, and how to relieve symptoms.
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Obesity and Breast Cancer
Join Manmeet Malik, DO, Assistant Professor of Clinical Surgery at Weill Cornell Medicine, as she discusses her research regarding the relationship between obesity and breast cancer diagnoses and recurrence.
Alcohol + Breast Cancer
Expert panelists Scott D Siegel, PhD, MHCDS, Sarah P. Cate, M.D., and Erin Pellegrin, R.D. discuss known links between alcohol use and breast cancer, alcohol in social situations, and the science behind alcohol consumption.
Additional Resources:
Alcohol Calorie Counter
Calculate Grams of Alcohol + Number of Drinks
The Science of Alcohol and Breast Cancer
Decolonizing Yoga
Michelle H. El Khoury, Ph.D discusses the benefits of yoga and how to create more inclusive, diverse & decolonized mindfulness practices in our communities.
Management of Cancer Induced Peripheral Neuropathy
Join Rita Padhiar, DPT, ReVital Certified Therapist as she discusses Cancer-Induced Peripheral Neuropathy including why it occurs and what we can do to alleviate some of the symptoms, including working with a physical therapist.
Click here to view at-home exercises to relieve neuropathy
Breast Cancer Surgery Advances with Dr. Lucy De La Cruz
Join Dr. Lucy De La Cruz, Chief of the Breast Surgery Program at MedStar Georgetown University Hospital, for a live discussion on Zoom on advances in breast cancer surgery including nipple sparing and lumpectomy with oncoplasty.
Autumn on the Farm with Eli Weaver
Join Eli Weaver, herbalist, farmer, and operator of Lancaster Farmacy, on a tour of her certified organic farm. Learn about in season offerings, the medicinal herbs, and more.
Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction
Join the team at the Marcus Institute of Integrative Health, Jefferson Health, as they discuss the benefits of meditation to help with stress management, anxiety, depression, chronic pain, cancer and more. The Myrna Brind Center for Mindfulness is the longest standing program of the Marcus Institute of Integrative Health, Jefferson Health, and the region's leading provider of Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) programs.
Herbs and Supplements for Cancer Care
Gynecologic Oncologist Dr. Diljeet Singh discusses common herbs and supplements used among the cancer community, as well as reviews supplement safety, proper usage, and risks.
Breast Cancer Brain Metastasis with Dr. Linna Li
Dr. Linna Li, System Chief of Oncology Radiology at Main Line Health, shares what to know about symptoms and advancements in treatment.
On the Farm with Elisabeth Weaver of Lancaster Farmacy
Join Lancaster Farmacy's farmer/herbalist/operator, Elisabeth Weaver on a walk around her certified organic farm! She will share what is growing in the fields this time of year and learn about medicinal uses of herbs. She will share some of the products Lancaster Farmacy makes from the fresh and dried herbs she grows.
Bone Health Expert Panel
Join expert panelists for an interactive discussion on how you can take active measures to ensure ways to maintain your bone health through nutrition and exercise.
- Dr. Nathan Handley
Assistant Professor of Medical Oncology at the Sidney Kimmel Cancer
Fellow in Integrative Medicine and Nutritional Sciences at Thomas Jefferson University
- Erin Pellegrin RD, LDN
Culinary Dietitian, Senior Nutrition Manager at Unite for HER
- Priscilla Fitzpatrick E-RYT
Cancer Exercise Specialist, Founder and Owner at Stronger Thru Cancer
When We Tri(al) – Clinical Trials for Black Breast Cancer Patients
Black women are drastically underrepresented in clinical trials. Only 3% of clinical trial participants leading to FDA approval of cancer drugs between 2008 and 2018 were Black. The consequences are dire—too many Black women are missing out on access to newly emerging and often life-extending treatments.
Join our friends from Touch BBCA as they discuss their new educational campaign, When WE Tri(al), and share how participation in clinical trials will change the game on advancing science for all black women diagnosed with breast cancer.
Ovarian Cancer Expert Panel
Medical experts discuss as they review new advancements in care, review treatment options, and answer participant questions in a special panel discussion.
- Dr. Cecelia Boardman, HCA Physicians
- Dr. Gretchen E. Glaser, Mayo Clinic
- Dr. Mark Shahin, Jefferson Abington Hospital
- Alicia Patient Advocate Alicia Dellario
Combating Cancer-Related Cognitive Decline
Speech-language pathologist Erica Guardascione, MS, CCC-SLP, of ReVital Cancer Rehabilitation, explores cancer-related cognitive decline ("chemo brain"), answers questions, and offers guidance on ways to combat the condition.
Celebrating Black History Month
Enjoy a special edition of HER Speaker Series celebrating Black leaders in the medical and wellness communities.
- Moving Beyond BRCA: Breast Cancer Genetics with Dr. Kristen Whitaker, Fox Chase Cancer Center
- Poetry Reading by Crysty Jenkins, CEO of Thee A.R.T. of Paradise
- Reiki Presentation with Rae Whatley
- Cooking Demonstration by Sherimane Johnson, Chef and Owner at Night Owl Vegan
HER Story with Terri Crudup
Researcher, patient advocate, and breast cancer survivor, Terri Crudup shares her practical ideas for emotional and physical healing.
Genetic Testing vs. Tumor-Based Testing
Join our expert panelists as they discuss genetic testing, understanding terminology, and what it can mean for you and your family when diagnosed with breast or ovarian cancer.
- Sue Friedman, Executive Director, FORCE: Facing Our Risk of Cancer Empowered
- Danielle McKenna, MS, LCGC, Genetic Counselor, Penn Medicine
- Cecilia Hammond, Senior Medical Liaison, Exact Sciences
View Penn Medicine Slides
View FORCE Slides
Bone Health Expert Panel
This panel discussion teaches you how to assess your personal risk and explore ways you can improve your bone health through yoga therapy and nutrition.
Featuring Dr. Evelyn Taiwo of Weill Cornell Medicine, Fran Sexton-Conway of Weill Cornell Medicine and Erin Pellegrin RD, LDN of Unite for HER.
View Bone Health Powerpoint
View Osteoporosis and Yoga Document
This presentation was sponsored by Amgen.
Health Insurance Benefits and Education
Triage Cancer CEO Joanna Fawzy Morales, Esq. helps you to understand your health insurance options, explain how to pick a health insurance plan that works for you, and provide tips for using your health insurance effectively. We will also cover practical ways to manage your medical bills and options to help pay for care.
Click Here to View Joanna's List of Resources
This presentation was sponsored by Daiichi Sankyo.
Physical Therapy Rehab for Cancer
For those affected by cancer and its treatments, maintaining and/or regaining strength and function is a critical part of recovery. Cancer Rehabilitation empowers people affected by cancer to live their best lives. Cancer rehabilitation therapists can help you prepare for cancer treatment, maintain strength throughout your cancer journey, and resume the activities you care about the most. Working with a specially trained therapist to maximize your overall health while receiving cancer treatments can help you stay engaged with family, continue to meet work responsibilities, and continue to enjoy social activities. Join us for an educational session with Rita Padhiar, DPT, ReVital Certified Therapist, ReVital Cancer Program Director.
Ovarian Cancer Expert Panel
Ovarian cancer often goes undetected until it has spread within the pelvis and abdomen making it more difficult to treat. Early-stage ovarian cancer, in which the disease is confined to the ovary, is more likely to be treated successfully. A new report from the American Cancer Society finds rates of ovarian cancer have declined by 29% between 1985 and 2014. Ovarian cancer deaths have declined 33% between 1976 and 2015. There has been significant number of approvals for new agents used in treatment of ovarian cancer within past 5-10 years more than ever before, yet we continue to have challenging cases that require novel therapies. Please join us to learn more about this disease and have your questions addressed by a panel of experts.
Special thanks to the National Ovarian Cancer Conference $10,000 Sponsor
Lymphedema: After the Elephant Leaves the Room
Join Neepa Mahulkar OTR/L, CLT, Occupational Therapist, Lymphedema Therapist, and Certified Pink Ribbon Therapist, in an interactive session on Lymphedema and breast cancer rehabilitation, exploring how physical and occupational therapy can improve effects of cancer therapy and treatment.
Mindfulness is Mental Health with Rana Walker
Join Rana on a journey of self love, self discovery and self care…it's all about you.
Rana will share her journey through breast cancer and beyond and offer mindful practices to bring a sense of calm to your daily experience using her signature mind, body, spirit approach. Her life's work is to help others reveal who they are in truth
Disrupting Outcome Disparities For Black Breast Cancer Patients with Jamil Rivers of the Chrysalis Initiative
Founder Jamil Rivers speaks about nonprofit organization The Chrysalis Initiative and how it seeks to change outcomes for Black women with breast cancer, as well as the resources provided to address needs.
Balancing Work & Cancer with Rachel Becker LMSW of Cancer and Careers
Balancing treatment and recovery with employment can bring with it many complexities. Challenges may include making decisions about disclose in the workplace, determining whether or not to continue working, identifying solutions for managing side effects, mapping out the process of returning to an existing job (or finding a new one) after time off, and so much more. This presentation explores approaches for figuring out your best path forward when it comes to working and/or job hunting after a cancer diagnosis.
How to Create and Sustain A Life of Balance and Thriving in 2021
2020 was quite the year! Many of us started the year creating visions and plans for a fruitful and productive 2021 and beyond. However, even the best plans run the risk of collecting dust on our desks – unless we can stay focused and on our path. Easier said than done, especially when life gets busy and we are pulled in a 1000 different directions! Even still, thriving is our birthright, and our vision for our life deserves to be fulfilled – even when life is challenging. Learn more about how to stay on your journey to building a life of thriving and balance. Specifically, learn about the best way to set goals, what compromises your commitment to our goals, and how to get back on track if you get derailed from your plan.
Demystifying Medical Marijuana
Join Dr. Lynn Bornfriend, MD (Cancer Treatment Centers of America), Franmar Kopko, RPh, Director of Education and Medical Professionals (Apothecarium), and Michelle Moleski, Director of Physician and Network Engagement (ILERA Healthcare) for a panel discussion on the usage of medical marijuana as a part of your treatment plan.
Step Bravely into the New Year with Tracy Davidson and Jen Croneberger
It's time to hit the re-set button, take stock in what we've learned about our resilience skills and take the next step in our own individual journeys. Jen & Tracy will help you gain new perspective on how to see this new year as a time of opportunity, growth and connectedness. You have the chance to gain more insight into your own emotions and your own stories running in your head. Lay a path for your year ahead that will have you more engaged, more fully present and more grateful. Recorded January 7, 2021.
Sex and Intimacy after a Cancer Diagnosis – Getting Your Groove Back with Dr. Sabitha Pillai-Friedman
A cancer diagnosis and treatment can affect your mind and body. How can you get your groove back and reclaim your sensuality and sexuality? Dr. Pillai-Friedman, relationship and sex therapist will discuss the side effects that people experience after cancer treatments and offer creative ways to reclaim your sensuality and sexuality.
Build Your Body's Stress Resilience with Jolene Hart
Stressful times take a toll on our health and beauty— unless we have the tools for physical and mental resilience. In this session you'll learn the top ways to reduce your body's reactivity to stress using tools that include nutrition, movement, and nature to support stress resilience in the mind, body, and spirit. Talk will include a 15-minute guided yoga nidra session.
The Ground Under Our Feet with Cal Cates
Join Cal Cates and explore the really human aspects of, well…being human. Connect about the pain that so often lies in uncertainty and change and come away with useful and actionable ideas. Learn to create more ease and full-hearted living, without lying to yourself about the things you know are true in your life and in our world. You will laugh, nod your head, wonder why you forgot some of the most important reminders about living and just feel uplifted.
Finding The Words and Being Inspired Each Day with Cheldin Barlatt Rumer
Cheldin Barlatt Rumer shares her "Morning Message" practice. Each morning, Cheldin recites and shares an inspirational and motivational quote. Often, we cannot find the words to express our emotions and feelings. She has found that referring to the words of others has given her clarity and a source of reflection. This practice has truly changed the way she begins each day and lives her life. It affords her the ability to focus on a specific daily mission, become more positive, tackle uncomfortable conversations and address unspoken fears and concerns.


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Medical miracle Megan Boyd will graduate with a degree from Ulster University after overcoming a life threatening illness.
The remarkable woman from Cookstown was diagnosed with Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia two years ago and was told by doctors that they did not expect her to survive but she refused to give up and pulled through to amaze the medical profession.
In the process brave Megan has gained a BSc 2:1 (Hons) Social Policy and Criminology degree after completing a three year course at Ulster University. Such was the determination of the 23 year-old that she did her exams from her hospital bed in order to fulfil her ambition of finishing a degree that she was passionate about. Megan's story is one of fighting against the odds to achieve her goal.
Thankful for much assistance from Ulster University, Megan and her family will feel immensely proud when she graduates.
Acute Lymphoblastic Leukaemia is a fast growing cancer that crowds out bone marrow, preventing it from making the normal red blood cells, white blood cells and platelets that your body needs. Megan's life changed forever in 2014 when she was diagnosed with the serious condition which led to her having a bone marrow transplant and taking a new trial drug in a bid to prolong her life.
"I felt like I was getting a cold. I had sore muscles and flu like symptoms and was really tired to a point I was so exhausted I couldn't get upstairs to bed and I told my mum I thought I was dying," recalls Megan, when telling her story.
"The next morning mum made an emergency appointment with my GP for 10am . Mum and I fell out because I didn't want to get out of bed I felt so sick. My GP thought I had viral meningitis and sent me straight to Craigavon Area Hospital for blood tests.
"When I got to Craigavon Dr Boyd told me it wasn't good. I had serious blood cancer and they said it was unlikely I would make it through the next 48 hours. I was blue lighted to Belfast City Hospital. They told me to phone mum and dad and my friend who was with me came with me in the ambulance.
"I had Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia and didn't think I'd survive. They gave me a lot of steroids. I went into remission after the first cycle of chemo which they said wouldn't work for me. The cycle was for five weeks. I was five months in Belfast City Hospital in isolation. Mum gave up work when I relapsed.
"Professor McMullan in Belfast City Hospital said I wasn't going to survive without a bone transplant. On 1st January 2015 I went for my bone marrow transplant but was told that day my cancer was back, I had relapsed and that chemo wouldn't work because the last session was so aggressive I was now immune to it.
"The bone marrow transplant was through a Hickman line in my shoulder. My whole immune system had to be killed off first. I got graft versus host disease which kills most people with a transplant, but I survived. They had to kill it through a dose of steroids.
"My consultant Professor McMullan sent me to the Royal Free Hospital London for a new trial drug. I was there for 10 weeks and had two cycles of the new drugs and steroids in between. I went back into remission. The guy next to me in the hospital died from the trial drug, it didn't work for him.
"I came back home but and went straight to St James's Hospital in Dublin to have the bone marrow transplant before I relapsed again. They already had the donor waiting from January.
"I was given the bone marrow at night. Before that I had six days total body irradiation (tbi) to wipe out my own bone marrow cells, then three days of chemo after that and a day for the bone marrow. When your blood counts are down you can have the cells. It's like a bag of blood. You can see all the cells jumping around.
"After hospital in Dublin I lived in a hotel in Dublin with mum for two months. I had to have blood check ups three times per week, then up and down to Dublin for another two months on Tuesdays and Thursdays to have my bloods checked.
"The doctors said I was a medical miracle and that I shouldn't be here. The thing is, I could relapse at any time."
Megan paid tribute to the hospital staff and Ulster University for their help through the ordeal.
"The staff in the hospital were amazing and my Ulster University course director, Dr Wendy Saunderson, came to my hospital bedside in Belfast to invigilate my exams. I had finished my three years study with just my dissertation to finish and 2 exams to do. I did my exams with Wendy at my bedside. She was so helpful and really went out of her way. She got it all sorted for me and came and sat with me."
The amazing Megan is now back studying a three year social work BSc degree at Ulster University. She wants to be a social worker and is intent on raising awareness of her illness, the Anthony Nolan Bone Marrow Register and to encourage people to sign up for the donor register to give more people the change of finding a match.
"My donor was from Germany," says Megan, who this summer with go on holiday with friends to Sunny Beach in Bulgaria.
"He said he became a donor because a baby in his village needed a bone marrow donor and it worked. After my operation I craved salmon for weeks. I had it for breakfast, lunch and dinner. I wrote to my donor and one of things I asked him was if he like salmon. He said he didn't like it, he loved it and he hoped I didn't pick up everything he liked such as German beer!"


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If it feels like your online business is starting to get stuck in a bit of a rut, it's important to take action to change that. You can't expect your business to remain on an upward trajectory forever; there are always going to be bumps in the road. It's how you respond to and handle these bumps that matter. Be proactive and take steps to drive your online business forward and get more out of it today. Here's how.
Put More In
To get more out of your online business, you first need to put more into it. By putting more into the business, you'll find that you eventually start to reap the rewards. But more of what? It can be more financial investment, it could be more time or it could be other resources. But don't let your online business remain static for too long because that never ends well.
Learn the Value of Analytics
Analytics can't be ignored any longer. If your online business is not currently making use of analytics tools, that has to change sooner rather than later. There is no getting round the importance of this. So, if you want your company to succeed, start using the right analytics tools. You can approach embedded BI and analytics from many angles. Get informed and work with people who know what they're doing.
Consider the Way Your Customers Use Your Site
Your website should always put the needs and wants of the visitor first. These days, people don't just sit at their desktop when they want to buy something online or browse your website. Instead, they use smartphone screens and tablets. You need to be aware of these trends and allow potential customers to use and interact with your website in the way they want to.
Improve Scalability
Scalability is one word that you should become more familiar with if you want to push your business in the right kind of direction. This often applies to the logistical side of your business's operations. You can't expect your company to keep growing if you don't know how to scale things up and keep producing strong outcomes. Learn more about this and clean up the logistics that your business relies on each day.
Cut Out the Middlemen
Middlemen often serve no real purpose. If you have a lot of people acting as intermediaries for your business, you will find that cutting them out and getting to the point saves you a lot of time and energy. There is no need to persist with people that are offering you nothing in the way of value and contributing very little to the success of your online business. Many people feel they're necessary, but that doesn't mean they are in practice.
There are so many ways to get more out of your business and help it to grow. These 5 ideas offer you a good starting block. From there, you can develop your own methods to get more out of the online business going forward.


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Dimsum, momos, dumplings...call them whatever you want, this is certain, it is impossible to eat just one. Enjoying these steamed or fried (if your diet allows) parcels of heaven at Club Mahindra Mashobra, Shimla, where their steaming contents become one with the mist, is an experience in itself. Half the fun is dunking these dumplings in the spicy chutney and popping them whole in your mouth to start a symphony of biting, chewing and slurping on their succulent, chewy confines. You promise yourself to wait till they cool down before reaching for one more, but with freshly prepared dim sum, resistance is futile. If just thinking of dim sum makes your taste buds tingle, imagine what the Dimsum Making Session at Club Mahindra Mashobra, Shimla will do?
Guided by expert chefs, you will learn to stuff, fold and steam a variety of dim sum. You'll also learn to make a variety of sauces, each of which will make your tastebuds do a different dance form. This is the perfect family activity as many hands make light work. Start an assembly line of cutting, chopping, mixing and cooking that will feel less like a chore and more of a MasterChef-styled team challenge. This Dim Sum Making Session at Club Mahindra Mashobra, Shimla needs to feature on your list of things to do in Mashobra, Shimla, mainly because there's a whole deluge of dim sum to taste at the end of it. There's also homework, and that is to make and eat as many of these dim sum as you can, when you get back home.
With Club Mahindra, you can witness many such magnificent experiences across 100+ resorts in India and abroad! To know more about the Dim Sum Making Session experience at Club Mahindra Mashobra, Shimla, read the Club Mahindra reviews.
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With Club Mahindra, we can holiday at amazing resorts without denting our pocket. There is something fun and exciting for every member of the family at the resorts.
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Counterfeit Nike sneakers worth $1.7M seized in New York
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) recently seized counterfeit Nike sneakers with an estimated retail value of nearly $1.7 million, the agency disclosed this week.
The seizure occurred in late September, when authorities at the Port of New York/Newark intercepted a shipment originating from Dongguan City, China, the agency said in a press release. The shipment contained more than 9,000 sneakers that were en route to Chino, California.
"This significant seizure of counterfeit Nike sneakers illustrates Customs and Border Protection's continued commitment to protecting the American consumer against the proliferation of substandard and potentially unsafe counterfeit consumer goods," said Troy Miller, director of CBP's New York Field Office. "Enforcing Intellectual Property Rights laws is a CBP priority trade mission. We will continue to work closely with our trade and law enforcement partners to identify and seize counterfeit merchandise that could potentially harm U.S. consumers and businesses."
Nike did not return a request for comment.
Immigration and Customs Enforcement has an ongoing investigation into the shipment. It's unclear if anyone was arrested in connection with the seizure.
The CBP said it seized an average of $3.3 million in counterfeit goods per day in 2017.
Nike has taken steps to address counterfeit goods in the past. The sports retail giant reached a deal with Amazon last year to allow the e-commerce company to sell its sneakers on its platform. The agreement was said to be an effort by Nike to crack down on fake sneakers that were sold by third parties on Amazon.


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Geo F. Trumper Extract of Limes Cologne, 50ml
Bright green bursts of life-force charge from the tangy sharpness of tropical Limes. And as every pore is infused with the zing and zest of freshly squeezed West Indian Limes, so an exhilarating thrill is marvelously bestowed.
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Blog Content Planner
Holiday content is important. But when should you hit the publish button?
You've heard the saying, "Content is king."
That's because it's true.
Writing interesting articles is challenging enough. You might even know what you should write about, but what about your holiday content?
What are the trends to follow? What is it that your readers want to learn?
It's a bit overwhelming. That's why you need to put together a content plan.
A content plan is your way of planning each article all year long. That way, you know what to write about and when to write it. Sounds easy until you have to build your plan.
The Content Planner is the system you need to plan and build your content around trends and seasonality. You'll never have to wonder what to write about when you have a list ready and waiting for you.
The system includes:
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Which beach dress is best?
A beach dress is a casual summer staple for those warm weather days, but finding a good one is easier said than done. You want your beach dress to be comfortable and flattering in beach selfies. It also has to be well-made. No one wants to spend money on a cute outfit only for it to fall apart after a few washes. The Free People Adella Slip Dress is a cute, flirty option that stands out in the crowd.
What to know before you buy a beach dress
Lightweight fabrics
Summer dresses are designed to be comfortable and lightweight for hot, sunny afternoons. Cotton, rayon, and linen are great options, as they are cool and breathable. Cotton and rayon can be a little more flowing, while linen provides a more fitted silhouette. Stay away from fabrics like polyester, which is moisture-wicking but ultimately not as breathable as cotton.
Types of sleeves
Strapless, spaghetti straps and sleeveless are the best sleeve options for beachwear, as they are airy and summery. Strapless and spaghetti straps work well if you're wearing a bathing suit underneath or don't mind going braless. If you feel more comfortable with substantial chest support, sleeveless won't show your bra straps and won't cover you so much that you overheat.
Dress length
The two most popular lengths for beach dresses are knee-length and maxi. Most beach dresses fall at or slightly above the knee for a cool, breezy summer look. A maxi dress goes down to the ankles and is a good summer option if you're worried about getting too much sun. It covers the legs but is still flowy and breathable as you walk in the sand.
What to look for in a quality beach dress
Dress vs. cover-up
Decide if you want a regular beach dress or a swimsuit cover-up. The primary difference here is neckline and sheerness.
A regular beach dress often works as a cover-up, but a cover-up doesn't always work as a regular dress. A regular beach dress is typically more substantial, while a swimsuit cover-up is more breathable and can be see-through, exposing the bathing suit beneath. It sometimes has a looser form and neckline than the standard summer dress.
Flattering tan lines
A day at the beach means a day in the sun, and you want to make sure your outfit doesn't give you awkward, unflattering tan lines. Consider the shape of the neckline and where the sleeves sit. A tube-top dress will give your shoulders the most even tan, but spaghetti straps work well too. Avoid capped sleeves and sweetheart necklines, as they can cause awkwardly angled tan lines that are visible in different clothing.
More and more dresses these days have pockets and with good reason. Pockets are practical and offer a convenient place to store extra cash or a phone without requiring you to carry around a purse. Pockets are also great for windy days at the beach, as putting your hands in your pockets can help keep your skirt from blowing up.
How much you can expect to spend on a beach dress
Most beach dresses cost around $20-$45, but some high-end brands design beach dresses costing over $50.
Beach dress FAQ
Are rayon and viscose the same material?
A. Viscose is a popular type of rayon. Other types of rayon include modal and lyocell. Viscose is partially synthetic and looks great but is not very durable. Viscose and rayon both work well as beach dress materials.
Are light colors really better for the beach?
A. Bright and darker colors absorb more UV light than paler colors. They can make you feel warmer but better protect you from the sun's harmful rays. Light colors like pastels won't make you sweat as much but also don't provide as much UV protection.
What shoes go best with a beach dress?
A. Sandals and flip-flops pair well with a beach dress. If you're planning to spend time in the sand, a flip-flop or flat sandal is best. If you have a beach view only but are walking on concrete or flooring, then heels also work.
What's the best beach dress to buy?
Top beach dress
What you need to know: This above-the-knee, non-stretch crepe dress is made from viscose, cotton, and nylon with adjustable straps, lace trim, and a ruffled asymmetrical hem.
What you'll love: It's comfortable and lightweight, and it flatters different body types. It is well made and comes in seven colors with delicate lace patterns. It looks soft, breezy, and feminine.
What you should consider: Most colors are a little see-through, and it is hand-washable only.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Top beach dress for the money
Lands' End Splitneck Swim Cover-Up Dress
What you need to know: This knee-length cotton jersey dress is sleeveless with a horizontal striped design and button closure.
What you'll love: It's soft, durable and lightweight with convenient side pockets. It can work as a swimsuit cover-up or by itself as an everyday dress. It's preshrunk and machine-washable. It comes in over ten colors or patterns and a wide array of sizes.
What you should consider: The neckline is cute but not ideal for an even tan line.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon and Kohl's
Worth checking out
Grecerelle Casual Beach Maxi Dress
What you need to know: This rayon and spandex maxi dress has spaghetti straps and a dramatic calf-high slit on the side.
What you'll love: It's stretchy, soft and comfortable and has two side pockets. You can dress it up or down for any summer occasion. It works as a swimsuit cover-up or a stand-alone dress. It is machine-washable and comes in 20 colors or patterns.
What you should consider: It runs a little big and might be too long if you are on the shorter side.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
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Fintech in Southeast Asia is the only sector set to nearly double funding in 2020 compared to 2019.
Out of 109 Fintech startups in Southeast Asia, 35 startups are now valued at more than $100 million.
Ant Financial is the most anticipated IPO of the year at a rumoured $250 billion, which would make it roughly the 5th largest "bank" in the world.
Fintech is not only impossible to ignore but too important not to understand.
Topics discussed:
Pinn Lawjindakul – "I want a relationship with you longer than your marriage."
Kelvin Teo – "My parents are Asian so I wasn't allowed to drop out."
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With the Super Bowl just right around the corner, Atlanta Falcons fans can hardly contain their excitement for a possible title and spot in history. And with help from Mayor Kasim Reed, fans may be able to party even longer into the night on Sunday.
Most all bars in Atlanta close at 12:00 AM on Sundays, but Mayor Reed just signed an executive order to allow bars to open till 2:30 AM. It's a great gesture from the mayor to show the city and its people how much he cares about the excitement of the Falcon's Super Bowl appearance.
There's no doubt that other cities would get real nervous about the riots and uproar that could potentially break out but Atlanta ignores that—and for good reason. Whether it's been heartbreaking losses in the past or massive protests taking over downtown, Atlanta's citizens and its authorities have done a great job of keeping the peace even during times of emotional highs and unrest.
Besides, everyone is ready to watch the Falcons get the win and come back home as Champions so there will be nothing but celebrations and Atlanta pride filling the streets this Sunday.
The Super Bowl will air on FOX February 5th, 2017 at 6:30 PM, so don't miss history in the making. Atlanta's going to rise up and overcome, and fans will party all night long if we win.


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The Town of Vassalboro showed their support on Tuesday, November 4, 2008 as 80% of the voters came to cast their ballots.
We would like to take this time to thank the following Election Clerks for all their hard work during the Election:
Esther Bernhardt
Patricia Sleamaker
Kathleen Casey
Donna Jacobs
Glenys Michaud
Margaret Hemphill
Marianne DePue
Myra Sinclair
Camille Denico
Mary Mornneau
Vicki Schad
and Warden, Molly Melrose
Also, a big thank you to Jim Schad, Registrar, for his countless hours in processing over 700 Absentee Ballots on top of all his other duties.
Number of Ballots Cast: 2386
Question 1: People's veto
Yes 1664 No 719
Question 2: Citizen Initiative
Yes 1225 No 1158
Question 3: Bond Issue
Yes 1025 No 1329
President and Vice President:
1059 McCain, John and Palin, Sarah - Republican
9 McKinney, Cynthia and Clemente, Rosa – Green Independent
29 Nader, Ralph and Gonzalez, Matt - Independent
1291 Obama, Barack and Biden, Joe - Democratic
Write in:
1 Barr, Bob
United States Senator
791 Allen, Thomas H. - Democratic
1573 Collins, Susan M. - Republican
Write in:
2 Hoffman, Herbert
Representative to Congress District 1
1250 Pingree, Chellie – Democratic
1099 Summers, Charles E. - Republican
State Senator District 24
700 Davis, Kimberly J. - Republican
1692 Mitchell, Elizabeth H. – Democratic
Representative to the Legislature District 58
1533 Browne, William P. - Republican
816 Karush, Patricia L. - Democratic
County Commissioner District 1
1440 Daggett, Beverly C. - Democratic
841 Nault, F. Gerard – Republican


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- Name: THE_STUDY_OF_PROPERTIES_OF_BRIQUETTE_PRODUCED_FROM_GROUNDNUT_SHELL_COAL_BLEND
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1.1 Background of the study
Biomass, particularly agricultural residues seem to be one of the most promising energy resources for developing countries (Patomsok, 2008). Rural households and minority of urban dwellers depend solely on fuel woods (charcoal, firewood and sawdust) as their primary sources of energy for the past decades (Onuegbu, 2010). Of all the available energy resources in Nigeria, coal and coal derivatives such as smokeless coal briquettes, bio-coal briquettes, and biomass briquettes have been shown to have the highest potential for use as suitable alternative to coal/ fuel wood in industrial boiler and brick kiln for thermal application and domestic purposes. Global warming has become an international concern. Global warming is caused by green house gasses which carbon dioxide is among the major contributors. It was shown that increased emissions of CO2 have been drastically reduced owing to the fact that the rate of deforestation is higher than the afforestation effort in the country.
The use of fuel wood for cooking has health implications especially on women and children who are disproportionately exposed to the smoke apart from environmental effects. Women in rural areas frequently with young children carried on their back or staying around them, spend one to six hours each day cooking with fuel wood. In some areas, the exposure is even higher especially when the cooking is done in an unventilated place or where fuel wood is used for heating of rooms. Generally, biomass smoke contains a large number of pollutants
which at varying concentrations pose substantial risk to human health. Among hundreds of the pollutants and irritants are particulate matters, 1, 2-butadiene and benzene (Schirnding and Bruce, 2002). Studies showed that indoor air pollution levels from combustion of bio fuels in Africa are extremely high, and it is often many times above the standard set by US Environment Protection Agency (USEPA) for ambient level of these pollutants (USEPA, 1997). Exposure to biomass smoke increases the risk of range of common diseases both in children and in adult. The smoke causes acute lower respiratory infection (ALRI) particularly pneumonia in children (Smith and Samet, 2000; Ezzati and Kammen, 2001).
Agro waste is the most promising energy resource for developing countries like ours. The decreasing availability of fuel woods has necessitated that efforts be made towards efficient utilization of agricultural wastes. These wastes have acquired considerably importance as fuels for many purposes, for instance, domestic cooking and industrial heating. Some of these agricultural wastes for example, coconut shell, wood pulp and wood waste can be utilized directly as fuels.
Fortunately, researches have shown that a cleaner, affordable fuel source which is a substitute to fuel wood can be produced by blending biomass (agricultural residues and wastes) with coal. Nigeria has large coal deposit which has remained untapped since 1950's, following the discovery of petroleum in the country. Also, millions of tones of agricultural wastes are generated in Nigeria annually. But it is unfortunate that farmers still practice "slash-and-burn" agriculture.
These agricultural wastes they encounter during clearing of land for farming or during processing of agricultural produce are usually burnt off. By this practice,
not only that the useful raw materials are wasted, it further pollutes the environment and reduces soil fertility.
On the other hand, the majority of the huge materials are not suitable to be used directly as fuel without undergoing some processes. This is probably as a result of inappropriate density and high moisture contents and these factors may cause problems in transportation, handling and storage. Most of these wastes are left to decompose or when they are burnt, there would be environmental pollution and degradation (Jekayinfa, and Omisakin, 2005). Researchers have shown that lots of potential energies are abounding in these residues (Fapetu, 2000). Hence, there is a need to convert these wastes into forms that can alleviate the problems they pose when use directly. An assessment of the potential availability of selected residues from maize, cassava, millet, plantain, groundnuts, sorghum, oil palm, palm kernel, and cowpeas for possible conversion to renewable energy in Nigeria has been made (Jekayinfa and Scholz, 2009).
However, these health hazard faced by people from the use of fuel wood, along with the agricultural wastes management and reduction of pressure mounted on the forest can be mitigated if Nigeria will switch over to production and utilization of bio-coal briquette; a cleaner, and environmental friendly fuel wood substitute made from agricultural wastes and coal. Moreover, this will offer a good potential for utilization of a large coal reserve in Nigeria for economic diversification and employment generation through bio-coal briquette.
In countries like Japan, China and India, it was observed that agricultural waste (agro residues) can also be briquetted and used as substitute for wood fuel. Every year, millions of tonnes of agricultural waste are generated. These are either not used or burnt inefficiently in their loose form causing air pollution to the
environment. The major residues are rice husk, corn cob, coconut shell, jute stick, groundnut shell, cotton stalk, etc. These wastes provide energy by converting into high-density fuel briquettes. These briquettes are very cheap, even cheaper than coal briquettes. Adoption of briquette technology will not only create a safe and hygienic way of disposing the waste, but turn into a cash rich venture by converting waste into energy and also contributing towards a better environment.
Coal can be blended with a small quantity of these agricultural waste (agro residues) to produce briquettes (bio-coal briquettes) which ignites fast, burn efficiently, producing little or no smoke and are cheaper than coal briquettes.
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Experts, who needs 'em? For many Britons who felt bombarded by warnings about economic doom ahead of the EU referendum, it's become a dirty word.
Economists had a rough ride last year, but before dismissing the profession outright, spare a thought for them the next time you find that last minute hotel bargain or summon a cheap taxi ride home.
An expert helped to make it happen.
For far away from the world of GDP and current account deficits lies another where prices, opportunity and making money all come together.
The goals are simple. Consumers get cheaper and more useful things while producers find more efficient ways of doing things that makes them more profitable: welcome to the world of the micro economist.
Brave new world
There are no tweed jacket wearing professors at Spotify. In fact, on first entering the London office of the music streaming company, it's hard to find any humans at all.
Packages are piled up at reception, while a touch screen device is the only way to announce your arrival.
Will Page, chief economist of the digital brand founded just over a decade ago in Sweden, emerges shortly after.
Page is leading a team rewriting a 60-year-old rulebook that insists the industry's beating heart has always been selling records.
One of the company's latest innovations is Fan Insights, a dashboard for artists and management companies that allows them to see how many people are listening to their music, favourite tracks, and crucially, where, when, and how long for.
"In the past, when someone purchased an album, all we'd know is they went to the till and purchased a CD, or to iTunes and purchased a download," says Page."What you did with it, we have no idea."
Page describes this as the "transactional business" that has defined the music industry for between 60 and 70 years.
"What we're doing is lifting the lid and seeing how that content's being consumed, and we can monetise that."
Spotify has become more successful at attracting paying subscribers.
Revenues rose 80pc to €1.95bn last year, though this was accompanied by rising payments to artists, which pushed up losses by 10pc to €173m.
Page is focused on making Spotify profitable, and believes having the insight into listeners' habits could get the company there.
He stresses that privacy will always be paramount, but says innovations like Fan Insights are now helping to connect artists to fans and sometimes reach markets they might not otherwise know were there.
Page cites the addition last year of Radiohead's album A Moon Shaped Pool as a sign that more bands are embracing change.
Spotify is facing challenges on several fronts. Artists who believe music should always be paid for, consumers who can access illegal downloads and those who still value physical records.
In Radiohead's case, frontman Thom Yorke made his dislike for free streaming services like Spotify clear in 2013, when he branded the company "the last desperate fart of a dying corpse".
But this is changing. Page recently asked the band's manager where he believed Radiohead's top cities were in terms of the most listeners on Spotify.
"He said: 'Easy – London, Manchester, Birmingham, Glasgow, New York, Chicago, LA.'
"I told him number two was Santiago, Chile. Number four is Mexico City.
"Now what does that mean to know that two of your top four cities have nothing to do with the US or Europe?"
While it's not easy to ascertain whether that microeconomic knowledge influenced the band's decisions, it's worth noting that Radiohead will end its 2017 tour with not one but two dates in Mexico City.
Adapting to the future
With an academic background, Preston McAfee went on to work for Yahoo, Google and now Microsoft as its chief economist.
McAfee says he spends 40pc of his time "managing people"; the rest of his time is spent consulting internally and externally, as well as working with Microsoft's engineers to smooth problems and figure out pricing strategies with management.
Microsoft bought Linkedin this summer for $26.2bn, and McAfee offers an insight into why.
He believes that harnessing the potential of workforces – often a company's biggest outlay – will unlock more opportunities for companies and make employees happier.
"The biggest component [of most companies] is human resources. And yet this is the component you understand the least. That's going to change."
But what does this mean in a world where automation and the rise of the robot threatens around 15 million jobs, according to Andy Haldane, the Bank of England's chief economist.
McAfee believes humans will not be left on the scrap heap – at least in the next few decades.
"You hear all this stuff about how robots are going to take over. In the near term I think we are going to empower people," he says.
'Uberisation' looms
McAfee says companies now face a bigger challenge: the threat of being "Uberised", where a start-up disrupts an existing market overnight.
"I don't think there are any corner offices where companies aren't worried about this," he says.
"There's no slam dunk here, but if you think about what Uber did to the taxi industry: they got cars to customers quickly and even put a tip in the price so when you get to the destination, you just get out of the car. There is no rocket science there, it was just about understanding the customer."
Survival, says McAfee, will depend on companies changing what they see as their bread and butter – and quickly.
Understanding the customer is what drives Jonathan Hall, head of economic research at Uber.
"Choice", "flexibility" and "independence" are words that often roll off Hall's tongue, who believes variable work is the future of employment.
Hall, who joined Uber in February 2014 as one of the first members of the company's data science team now spends a lot of his time shaping policy, sharing ideas with top decision makers using his experience at the company.
"I think what you'll end up seeing is traditional jobs will be forced by competition to become more flexible. So you'll find large employers will go to greater lengths to give employees control over their schedule."
Hall is "very optimistic" about what will happen to the labour market in the face of automation.
"We've seen this in the past, the most famous example that I know of is when ATMs were introduced, the number of bank tellers tripled rather than went to zero. Some industries disappear, but there are always new ones that pop up."
Hall believes the rise in popularity of driverless cars will help to push down delivery costs for online shoppers.
"In the future people will be able to do different kinds of work while they're getting from point A to point B, and that will make the transaction cost of delivering something to a house essentially zero," he says.
But the future may not be bright for everyone.
While technology has always helped to create more jobs because humans have always been needed to operate and design them, McAfee says in a world where machines are now designing machines, in the long run things might be very different.
"We've heard the mass unemployment argument all the way back to the Luddites: the machines are going to replace us. It never happened.
"But this time is different because it's the first time that the machines are doing the thinking in any real way, and that's different. Which way is it going to go? I don't know."