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AAEP Convention 2011
Our in-depth coverage of the 2011 American Association of Equine Practitioners convention (Nov. 17-20 in San Antonio, Texas) includes summaries of nearly 100 up-to-date presentations and other sessions on all aspects of equine veterinary medicine.
- November 18-22, 2011
- San Antonio, Texas, USA
ISES 2013: Why Rein Tension is Important to Horse Welfare
Dr. Hayley Randle shares why it's important for riders and coaches to understand rein tension.
Processing High- and Low-Quality Semen in Horses (AAEP 2011)
Using cooled-shipped semen to breed mares is a common practice, but not all spermatozoa tolerate cooling well.
Photo by Anne M. Eberhardt/The Horse
Delayed Suturing for Equine Lower Limb Wounds (AAEP 2011)
Delayed wound closure involves suturing wounds four to five days after injury.
Photo by Anne M. Eberhardt/The Horse
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Effects of Behavior-Modifying Drug Investigated (AAEP 2011)
March 31, 2012
Fluphenazine, a human antipsychotic drug, has drawbacks that often preclude its use in horses.... Read More
Alternative Treatment for "Roaring" in Horses (AAEP 2011)
March 29, 2012
Researchers recently assessed the feasibility of functional electrical stimulation in roarers.... Read More
Granulation Tissue Management in the Horse (AAEP 2011)
March 28, 2012
Equine wounds need to be managed carefully to prevent the development of exuberant granulation tissue.... Read More
Treating Equine Upper Respiratory Tract Ailments (AAEP 2011)
March 26, 2012
A horse in respiratory distress or displaying other signs of airway ailments warrants a call to a veterinarian... Read More
Equine Head Flexion and Airway Inflammation (AAEP 2011)
March 22, 2012
Vets examined upper airway obstruction in horses being ridden and when displaying "normal" head carriage.... Read More
New Insulin Resistance Test Method for Horses (AAEP 2011)
March 20, 2012
The new test correlated well with the conventional insulin-sensitivity test and it was repeatable.... Read More
Benefits of Casts for Severe Horse Limb Injuries (AAEP 2011)
March 18, 2012
An equine surgeon described an improved casting technique to reduce cast complications. ... Read More
Local Anesthesia's Effect on MRIs of Horse Feet (AAEP 2011)
March 17, 2012
Researchers recently examined whether diagnostic anesthesia could skew the results of equine foot MRIs.... Read More
Bute and Banamine: Avoid Using Together (AAEP 2011)
March 13, 2012
Research indicates that combining NSAIDs achieved no better results than using either drug alone.... Read More
Standing RLP in Horses Safe, Effective (AAEP 2011)
March 11, 2012
Regional limb perfusion can be performed safely, effectively, and comfortably without general anesthesia.... Read More
MRI for Localized Fetlock Lameness Diagnosis
March 08, 2012
One researcher noted that some defects not visible on radiographs (X rays) were easily identified via MRI.... Read More
In Depth: Evaluating the Upper Respiratory Tract (AAEP 2011)
March 06, 2012
Veterinarians have fine-tuned numerous methods for evaluating the upper respiratory tract for abnormalities.... Read More
Supporting Limb Laminitis in Casted Horses (AAEP 2011)
March 04, 2012
Study horses treated with full-limb casts had a fivefold greater risk of developing laminitis.... Read More
Intravenous PBZ Dosing in Horses (AAEP 2011)
February 29, 2012
One researcher concluded that when dosing PBZ in the horse, "More is not better. Less is less effective."... Read More
Acupuncture and Managing Pain in Horses (AAEP 2011)
February 28, 2012
Clinical trials still yield a mixed bag of results for acupuncture's efficacy in treating equine ailments.... Read More
Suture Techniques for Intestines Compared (AAEP 2011)
February 27, 2012
The Lembert single layer pattern is faster, stronger, and less likely to impede the intestinal flow.... Read More
Effects of Tramadol Use in Horses (AAEP 2011)
February 26, 2012
Previous studies failed to achieve in horses what are considered therapeutic tramadol plasma levels in humans.... Read More
2011's Top Equine Reproduction News (AAEP 2011)
February 25, 2012
A wrap-up of some applicable studies to equine reproduction in 2011 from Dr. Patrick M. McCue.... Read More
The State of Stem Cells for Equine Joint Disease (AAEP 2011)
February 23, 2012
Successful treatment depends largely on the types of cases the veterinarian selects, said one researcher.... Read More
Manuka Honey for Healing Horse Wounds (AAEP 2011)
February 22, 2012
Manuka honey can be used to promote healing of wounds without the need for a bandage, one researcher said.... Read More
Managing Severe Colic in the Field (AAEP 2011)
February 21, 2012
Horse owners should be prepared to make decisions about managing serious colic without the option of referral.... Read More
Recombinant Hormones Make Mares Cycle in Winter (AAEP 2011)
February 17, 2012
Researchers reported success with inducing ovulation in winter anestrous mares via a new hormone therapy.... Read More
Top Medicine Studies of 2011 (AAEP 2011)
February 15, 2012
A wrap-up of the most important, interesting, or applicable studies to equine medicine from Dr. Steve Reed.... Read More
Imported Horses: Prevalence of Fevers Examined (AAEP 2011)
February 10, 2012
Age, breed, previous experience with air travel, and location in the cargo area can impact body temperature.... Read More
Besnoitiosis in Donkeys (AAEP 2011)
February 09, 2012
The parasite Besnoitia bennetti grows in tiny cysts in the skin, organs, and eyes of affected animals.... Read More


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By Ben Golliver and Rob Mahoney
Give And Go is a recurring feature in which The Point Forward's Ben Golliver and Rob Mahoney bat an NBA topic du jour back and forth.
This week: assessing a report from earlier this week that the Lakers may have to consider dealing Dwight Howard before the Feb. 21 trade deadline because of his unhappiness with coach Mike D'Antoni's system and because the team's struggles could lead him to leave Los Angeles as a free agent this summer.
1. How badly do the Lakers need to trade Dwight Howard, on a a scale of 1 (no need whatsoever) to 10 (must trade him)?
Rob Mahoney: 1. I can appreciate how costly it would be if Howard opts to bolt in free agency after the season. I just don't see how a frenzied, failed regular season is reason enough to bail on the star that could lead the franchise for the next half-decade, much less how any recent events necessitate that the Lakers trade him. This team has crumbled at the feet of expectation, and Howard -- with everything from his general attitude to his slighter defensive form -- has been party to that. But trading him when his market value is at its lowest because of his injured back and impending free agency doesn't make sense. I think I'll wait it out with the All-NBA center having a down year attributable to injury.
Ben Golliver: I'll bump that up to a 2 or a 3. I agree that we're still in the "chill out, don't overreact" stage of this soap opera, but there's a nagging issue: Howard's relationships -- or lack thereof -- with the Lakers' key personalities.
Whether you choose to believe the rumors that Howard and Kobe Bryant have exchanged words in team meetings or argued after games, the on-court evidence and Bryant's public statements indicate the two still haven't reached an understanding about their respective roles on offense. Steve Nash and Howard promised to be one of the most dynamic pick-and-roll pairings in the NBA and their joie de vivre was supposed to power a new "Showtime" era. Hasn't happened. Howard's recent gripes about his touches -- for which he's since apologized -- and the fact that D'Antoni will never take Howard's preferred "inside-out" offensive approach suggest a potentially unresolvable tension. The failure of the Howard/Pau Gasol pairing has led to the marginalization and benching of the Spaniard.
Howard isn't to blame fully for all of this but he bears some responsibility, and it's worth noting that sometimes players -- and their personalities or egos -- can simply be too big to fit in as a puzzle piece rather than as a centerpiece. In recent years, Howard has wanted it both ways: He's wanted to play on a ready-build contender while also receiving the benefits of being that team's main man. In Orlando, the supporting pieces weren't to his liking; in Los Angeles, the tension arises from sacrifices he's not accustomed to making.
The Lakers can move Gasol to clear the way in the post and they can even fire D'Antoni and install a coach who features Howard to a greater degree. That would still leave questions about Howard's fit with the Lakers' guards and the larger question of whether he has the right combination of game and personality around which to build a title contender. The point here: Keeping Howard could require acceding to him in such a fashion that trading him would start to look preferable. Because of his lingering back issue and the relatively small amount of time he's had to find his way, it's still too early to completely write off Howard's fit in L.A. But it's not too early for Lakers management to start having serious doubts, and that's worth bumping this out of "no trade whatsoever" territory.
2. Which teams should have the most interest in acquiring Howard and is there an "ideal" landing spot?
Ben Golliver: Trading for Howard in good conscience right now requires so many attributes from an executive and his organization. First, a trust that Howard will return to his full form or a willingness to accept his current production. Second, the ability to immediately spend money -- perhaps gobs of it -- to build the contender Howard demands. Third, a smooth tongue to persuade him to re-sign this summer and the endless patience that negotiation will surely require. Fourth, a coach in place -- or at least in mind -- with enough credibility to get the most out of Howard on both ends. Fifth, a winning culture and structure in place that will appease Howard over the long haul. Sixth, the cojones to buy low on one of the best players in the league (assuming good health) and the assets to craft a package that makes it worth the Lakers' while.
That list eliminates virtually every single team in the NBA in one way or another. At the risk of going amateur Zen master, I would say that the ideal landing spot for Howard can be found within himself. The Lakers still offer a talented roster of teammates, a commitment to and a history of winning, a desirable market to attract new talent and extraordinarily deep pockets to max out his contract and meet his every wish. The ideal landing spot is Los Angeles, it seems, if Howard can see the bigger picture. If not L.A., then the usual suspects -- Brooklyn, Dallas and Houston -- would seem to make up the short list of alternatives.
Rob Mahoney: By default, the teams with the most interest should be those convinced that they could potentially re-sign Howard. No teams on the contending bubble should gut their current cores for a Howard rental, and no lottery teams should cobble a package together banking on him to return. That essentially leaves us with three teams, all of which have been suggested as potential free-agent destinations: Dallas, Houston and Atlanta.
Of the three, I find Houston to be the most interesting, though for reasons that apparently fly in the face of what Howard holds near and dear about basketball. In the Rockets' hypothetical, Howard could be something of a souped-up Omer Asik -- mobile and dominant defensively (assuming his back problems aren't debilitating to his career), while far more potent in the pick-and-roll on offense. James Harden and Jeremy Lin could get Howard easy finishes in the lane, and the supporting cast in Houston is largely composed of the kinds of spot shooters and hustle players who make for effective Howard complements.
The only problem is that Howard has proved averse to that very style of basketball, as evidenced by his thoughtless belly-aching for post-up after post-up. Don't get me wrong: Feeding Howard on the block is a decent option, and his back-to-the-basket repertoire is more effective than many would have you believe. But repetitive post-ups just don't make sense as a team's default offense anymore -- not with the revolution of court spacing that has turned the high pick-and-roll into such an effective and versatile a weapon, and not with Howard so incapable of converting the free throws that come from his attempts down low.
In theory, Houston could give Howard a young team to grow and win with, a coach who appreciates the post in Kevin McHale and a team that could feed him by the bucket-full in pick-and-roll situations. But if Howard gets moody over having to run high screens for Steve Nash and Kobe Bryant, why would he be any more amenable to doing so for Harden and Lin?
3. How much should Pau Gasol factor into the Lakers' thought process regarding Howard's future?
Rob Mahoney: Quite a bit. The fates of Howard and Gasol are ultimately intertwined. Howard's presence and D'Antoni's mismanagement make Gasol's position on the team precarious, as evidenced by the recent decision to move him to the bench. But Gasol is the Lakers' insurance policy should Howard decide to leave this summer. That confluence makes it difficult to suss out the optimal course of action, though I think I've made it rather clear where I stand in regard to the Lakers trading Howard. Ruling out that possibility would then leave Mitch Kupchak and Jim Buss to sift through the possible trade scenarios for Gasol or else come to terms with the notion of keeping him/incomprehensibly relying on Earl Clark to fill out the starting lineup. These are strange times indeed.
I'm still in favor of L.A. standing pat. As Grantland's Zach Lowe pointed out in his discussion with Bill Simmons, the Lakers' presumed starting five of Nash, Bryant, Metta World Peace, Gasol and Howard hasn't played together all that much this season. It may seem clear that Howard and Gasol are incompatible, but can we really be so sure when the optimal Lakers lineup has shared the court for just 134 minutes?* Trading Gasol would be accepting that group's inefficiencies as absolute fact, and would likely leave the team with an altogether less valuable package of players. I wouldn't be willing to engage in that enterprise, especially when Howard and Gasol have been operating with nonexistent chemistry thus far, and D'Antoni can do a far better job of managing both his rotation and his team's operations.
*To put things in perspective, the Thunder's starting lineup has played 661 minutes together this season, per NBA.com.
Ben Golliver: Call me crazy, but I've more or less given up on Gasol in Los Angeles. No player looks more miserable in his current situation than poor Pau and he's right to feel both aggrieved by this season's developments and shocked by his diminished role. While he's absolutely the insurance policy should Howard depart, he no longer represents much of a consolation prize, and that's especially true if D'Antoni remains the coach.

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I am replacing some wood deck railing with sturdier (and less warped than wood) steel railing. The installers called this afternoon, and want to put them in in the morning. So, time to take down the old wood rails on the deck.
(Your reaction to the above sentences, BTW, discerns your home ownership status: if you're still reading intently, you're a homeowner, and if you're not you aren't. I learned this earlier this year in personal conversations when installing siding).
So, of course it's the last section of the old railing that shows the damage: rot in a supporting structure, right at a corner. A corner where the new rails have to bolt in securely. Frantic call to the installers, at the stroke of 5, and they're okay with holding off a day or so.
Good news? I found it in time to fix it properly. Bad news? Now I get to replace a 12 foot section of structure that is hanging out in an awkward position tomorrow. Fun.
It'll be worth it, the new railings are going to be stylish and very very safe.
Update: The rot removal and the board replacement went well. I now sport only one band-aid and another skinned knuckle; also, I got to use most of the power tools I've accumulated, and it was fun! Tomorrow, the rails.


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Don't Delay – Visit Your Dermatologist Today!
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The skin is the largest organ in your body. In fact, it's one of my favorite organs.
I have the greatest respect for dermatologists. Not that it's an occupation I would like to do myself, you understand, but it's certainly a job that needs doing.
A few years ago I went to a dermatologist for something or other. Towards the end of my consultation he asked, "Is there anything else?" I replied "Well, only these liver spots on my arm, but I dont think you can do anything about those." (These darkish areas had been developing on my forearm for some time, but I'd just assumed it was a part of growing older.) The dermatologist took a look and said "Those aren't liver spots; they're [some incredibly complicated name that ultimately translated into dry skin]. Rub this cream on them and they'll go away." So I rubbed the cream on them and they went away. It was like magic (but better).
The thing to remember is that the skin is the largest organ in your body. (The definition of an organ is "a group of cells that work together to perform a specific function in an organism," so the skin definitely qualifies.) In fact, it's right up there at the top of the list as one of my favorite organs.
I now go to my dermatologist (Dr. Albert "Bo" Rivera, ruler of all he surveys at the Southeastern Skin Cancer and Dermatology practice in Madison, Alabama) once a year for a full body check-up. I went about four weeks ago. Building up to this event, I'd compiled a list of any bumps or blemishes that I'd run across, just to ensure I didnt forget anything in the excitement of the moment. On the occasion of my recent visit, I pointed to a small rough area on my nose and another on my cheek. Dr. Albert informed me that the first was precancerous and the second was nothing to worry about. He proceeded to freeze them both (after a couple of days you couldnt see a thing). But he then pointed to a small blemish under my eye that I'd not even noticed and said, "This, however, is cancer."
"Oh dear," I thought (or words to that effect).
So he took a biopsy just to make sure, and -- sure enough -- a few days later the results came in confirming cancer. Now, as I understand it, there are three primary types of skin cancer: basal cell cancer (originating just under the surface of the skin), squamous cell cancer (originating in the middle layer), and melanoma (originating in the pigment-producing cells).
Melanoma is the least common, but the most aggressive and the most likely to spread. Basal cell cancer (which I had) is the most common, but least dangerous. Having said this, although basal cell cancers may appear to be small, if left untreated they can invade deeper into the skin. What you see on the surface may not represent the entire tumor. The bottom line is that, if you dont do anything about them, basal cell cancers can end up being real bad news.
Anyway, to cut (no pun intended) a long story short, a couple of days ago I revisited Albert's surgery where he performed Mohs surgery on me. The simplistic view of Mohs is that they keep on taking a bit of you away, freezing it, and looking at it under a microscope until they are sure that they've got all of the roots of the cancer. Although this procedure can take a couple of hours, the end result is to spare the greatest amount of healthy tissue while completely removing all of the cancerous cells.
Generally speaking, I cannot speak highly enough of Dr. Albert and his staff. Sad to relate, however, they did fall down in a couple of areas. For example, there was some talk of a lollipop for a brave boy, and I was a very brave boy indeed, but no lollipop was forthcoming. Also, while I was reclining on the table, basking under the bright lights, waiting for the results from one of the slices, someone popped in and asked if I wanted anything. I ordered a bacon sandwich. I'm still waiting.
But that's not what I wanted to talk to you about. The reason for this blog is that, when I came into work the next day, upon seeing my bandaged face, the other folks in the office asked, "What on Earth has happened to you?"
When I explained, the vast majority of them said "I really should go to a dermatologist myself," or "I've been meaning to go to a dermatologist for ages," or… I'm sure you get the gist.
The bottom line is that a lot of folks dont go to a dermatologist simply because they never seem to get around to it. Others dont go because they are worried as to what they might hear. Trust me, if there is something wrong, then the longer you leave it, the worse it gets. It's much better to get things sorted out as soon as possible. What are you waiting for? Ask around your friends for recommendations or perform an Internet search for dermatologists in your area and get the ball rolling. There really is no time like the present.
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Cierra Whitefield and Jeremy Lucius of Hartman welcomed their son, Jaiden Ray Lucius, born on Nov. 22, 2013. He weighed 6 pounds and 5 ounces and was 21 inches long.
His grandparents are David Ray Whitefield of Hartman, and Cheryl and Jerry Lucius of Coal Hill. His great-grandparents are Bobbie Ruth and Billy Ray Whitefield of El Dorado, and Linda Domerese of Coal Hill.
Brenea Boley Milnikel and Michael Milnikel of Russellville welcomed their daughter, Holland Monroe Milnikel, born on Nov. 26, 2013. She weighed 7 pounds and 10 ounces and was 20.5 inches long.
Holland has one sister, Harbor Ann Bradley, age 3.
Her grandparents are Randy and Kim Boley of Dover, and Mike and Karen Milnikel of Dover.
Paula McCool and Jerry Pierce of Dardanelle welcomed their daughter, Samantha Mae Pierce, born on Nov. 26, 2013. She weighed 6 pounds and 7 ounces and was 19 1/4 inches long.
Samantha has one brother, Bryce Pierce, age 10, and three sisters, Ivy Pierce, age 12, Isabella Pierce, age 5, and Amy Smith, age 13.
Her grandparents are Janice Sanders and Roger Sanders of Sallisaw, Okla., Billie Davis of Dardanelle and Richard Manning of Dardanelle.
Brittany Boyer of Atkins welcomed her son, Cooper Jayce Boyer, born on Nov. 27, 2013. He weighed 5 pounds and 7 ounces and was 18.5 inches long.
Cooper has one brother, Ayden Wolfe, age 6, and one sister, Bryleigh Darter, age 4.
His grandparents are Donna and Jason Ennis of Atkins, and the late Robert Boyer of Morriton.
Heather Ortiz of Fred Chapman of Russellville welcomed their daughter, Alanis Chanel Chapman, born on Nov. 27, 2013. She weighed 7 pounds and 10 ounces and was 20.5 inches long.
Alanis has one brother, Ryder Chapman, age 4.
Her grandfather is Larry Wooten of Russellville.
Winter Rose-DuVall and Kevin DuVall of Rusellville welcomed their daughter, Tegan Spring DuVall, born on Nov. 27, 2013. She weighed 9 pounds and 3 ounces and was 21 inches long.
Jordan and Jeremiah Poynter of Dover welcomed their daughter, Sutton Garland Poynter, born on Nov. 28, 2013. She weighed 7 pounds and 8 ounces and was 19 3/4 inches long.
Her grandparents are Regina and Keith Walters of Dover, Jody and Rita Poynter of Dardanelle, Joey Briscoe of Russellville and Priclla Poynter of Farmington.
Cassie Noel Ramsey and James Ryan Ramsey II of Atkins welcomed their son, Wylee James Ramsey, born on Nov. 29, 2013. He weighed 7 pounds and 14 ounces and 21 inches long.
Wylee has one brother, Creedyn Gregory Ramsey, age 2, and one sister, Addalyn Grace Ramsey, age 5.
His grandparents are Tami and Greg Pack of Atkins, Ryan Ramsey of Dover and Mandie McCoy of Appleton.


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Our multidisciplinary program includes orthopedic/sports medicine specialists, primary care doctors, physical therapists, dietitians, radiologists and other health care providers as needed.
We specialize in providing services to active youth and adults throughout the continuum of life, with special emphasis on prevention and joint protection.
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Kenwood KDC-152
Single-Din Car Stereo w/ Front 3.5mm Auxiliary Input & Red Illuminated Buttons
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General Features:
- Kenwood KDC-152 In-dash Receiver
- Detachable face plate
- Single-line DOT text display
- Remote control included
- Red illuminated button lighting
- Power Output:
- Peak: 50 watts x 4 channels
- RMS: 22 watts x 4 channels
- CD text information display
- MP3 ID3 Tag Display (Title/Artist/Album)
- 1-year SonicElectronix.com Warranty
Playback and Audio Features:
- CD/CD-R/RW, MP3/WMA Playback
- 18FM/12AM presets
- Subwoofer level control
- Dynamic Soundstage Organizer
- Electronic Shock Protection (ESP)
- 3-band parametric equalizer with 8 selectable tone curves (7 Preset, 1 User)
- 24bit Digital Analog Converter (DAC) to enhance your MP3/WMA playback
Expandability Options:
- 1 Set of 2V preamp outputs (switchable rear/subwoofer)
- 3.5mm Front Auxiliary Input
Product History:
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In-Dash Receiver Specifications
Single DIN: 1 DIN dimensions will work with all single DIN installation kits we have to offer. Single DIN radios are the most common size for after-market stereos.
Single DIN slot with flip-out screen: The DIN stereo includes a retractable, flip-out screen. Before purchasing, make measurements to be sure there is no interference with dash accessories such as A/C vents or shift levers.
Single DIN slot with a larger face: Standard single DIN size, but the display is larger then the standard single DIN size. Due to the nature of the larger face, problems may arise when installing in particular vehicles. These stereos are great for single DIN slots where you want a larger screen.
1.5 DIN: This size is very uncommon in vehicles, however this size opening is most commonly found in Chrysler and Chevrolet vehicles.
Double DIN: Approximately 4-inches in height, this size is becoming more common every year. Prior to 2000, this size was typically only found in Japanese vehicles such as those made by Honda or Toyota. Now, it is becoming more popular for many vehicles to be fit with a Double DIN opening.
Detachable / Removable faceplate security: The most common anti-theft feature. It allows you to take the faceplate with you, thus disallowing operation, which deters theft.
Security Codes: Mainly a feature in high end video units which do not have a detachable face / screen. Once the unit is uninstalled (or stolen), a security code (or PIN) is required upon reinstallation. Though you no longer have your unit after the theft, the thief also does not have your security code, which makes the unit useless. The hope is the thief knows which units have security codes and he/she chooses not to steal your unit because of the security code.
Ghost technology: This is not commonly used, but can be found primarily in a select number of 2004-2005 head units. It creates an illusion that no unit is installed by appearing completely black when turned off. Potential thieves may steer clear because it appears as though no head unit is installed.
Anti-theft covers: Similar to ghost and hiding faces because they only create an illusion that the face/unit is not in place.
ESN: Stands for Electronic Serial Number. Allows the disabling of the radio and allows tracking if it is stolen.
Some manufacturers display peak power ratings on the face of their products to increase the appeal to consumers. The RMS power rating is more accurate, and we recommend using it for product comparison.
Dot-Matrix Text Display: A simple display which uses dots in specific illuminated color(s) to light up and form letters or numbers that are displayed on the receiver.
Graphic or Motion Display: Typically found in mid to high-end receivers and give your text information and receiver more life by adding motion, backgrounds, or multiple colors to your display. There are types of graphic displays such as 3D Graphic, Motion, and OEL (Organic Electroluminescent) displays. They can range from one color to full color displays and typically allow you to select from one of many built-in animations, background images, screensavers or other graphics to enhance your experience and add an extra bit of personality to your system. Some units also come with software that allow you to load your own customizable pictures or animations.
LCD Monitor Display: Can be as small as 2" or as large as 10". Some LCD displays are motorized for angle adjustment. LCD monitors display full motion video playback as well as your standard text such as track status, radio station information and more depending on the receiver's features.
Multi-Color: When more than one color is on the display, for example one part of the text is white, while the other part is blue.
Variable-Color: The display colors can be changed by the user. If the default color of text/display is blue for example, the user can change the settings to where the color turns to red. Variable color displays are typically described in detail in the item's description.
TFT-LCD Display: In-dash receivers with a video screen that display multiple colors and often times video such as DVD, navigation or other video sources.
- RMS Power
- Signal-to-Noise Ratio
This rating applies to both external car amplifiers, as well as the amplifiers inside of in-dash stereos.
Playback Features
Audio / Video Inputs
RCA Composite Inputs
These are your typical red, white, and yellow RCA composite cables that are common among devices with audio and video inputs. The red and white cables are dedicated for audio. The red cable is for the right channel and the white is for the left channel. The yellow cable is specifically for the video signal. Because this type of auxiliary cable contains 2 channels of audio, it will support stereo sound.
This is commonly referred to as a mini-jack or a headphone jack. It is a 3.5mm plug that transfers audio only. There is a right and left audio channel on the plug which allows for stereo sound playback.
3.5mm AV Input
These plugs look similar to the common 3.5mm mini-jack, however they carry a third channel dedicated for video.
This means that an auxiliary input is possible, but only with the use of an optional accessory. These optional adapters will sometimes use the CD Changer port or other port on the back of a unit that might restrict the use of other expandability features. These accessories are typically sold separately.
Monitor Screen Features
Expandability Features
Some in-dash head units are built-in with the navigation features, while others require an add on navigation box. Other navigation options include portable navigation units that you can take with you or attach to the dash of your vehicle.
RCA Composite Outputs
These are your typical red, white, and yellow RCA composite cables that are common among devices with audio and video inputs. The red and white cables are dedicated for audio. The red cable is for the right channel and the white is for the left channel. The yellow cable is specifically for the video signal. Because this type of auxiliary cable contains 2 channels of audio, it will support stereo sound.
If "Yes", then the aftermarket stereo is compatible with steering wheel remote controls. If an additional accessory is required for the steering wheel controls to work properly, a compatible piece will be listed.
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Summary of Customer Ratings & Reviews
Houston, TX
September 21, 2014
25 of 29 found this helpful
Apple Valley, CA
January 22, 2014
Great value for the dollar...works as advertised.and looks good..
24 of 28 found this helpful
Colton, CA
April 24, 2012
I recommend. Great value for the price. Serious, you won't regret it the quality of the sound. Looks nice and bright at night. Easy to read. Buttons are easy to use and very simple after two trys. I was confused at first, but this head unit was easy to figure out. This made my Kenwood speakers sound Much Much better then my factory head unit. I have no complaints. This was the missing and last peice if my sound system to create a masterpeice of sound.
24 of 28 found this helpful
Pittsburgh, PA
February 16, 2012
Had this headunit installed in my '94 civic and no problems whatsoever! Great budget head unit delivering more than enough power to some infinity reference speakers I had. Crystal clear audio with both the cd player and aux input using an iPod/iPhone. Would def buy again!
24 of 28 found this helpful
point pleasant, wv
June 12, 2012
I bought this cd player for my 1990 camaro. It doesnt skip when you hit bumps, it puts out quality sound, and best of all it is greatly priced. I would recommend this to anyone who wants a good cd player and dont wanna give an arm and a leg for it.
24 of 29 found this helpful
August 10, 2014
Replaced bulky two din receiver with this powerful littleod from kenwood. Sound is amazing. Highly recommend
22 of 26 found this helpful
West Memphis, AR
July 17, 2014
great HU on a budget easy to use easy to install and great features
23 of 28 found this helpful
molino fl
September 29, 2013
Its great for the price just wish it had a few more settings for vol/bass/amp configuration but overall a great deal
21 of 24 found this helpful
Hawthorne, CA
December 1, 2014
Wonderful unit; good looking, well built and sounds great! A best buy!
20 of 23 found this helpful
Rockford, IL
October 13, 2014
Easy installation, great sound, good looks...What"s not to like
21 of 25 found this helpful
September 13, 2014
Works well most of the time. CDs tend to get extremely hot and may stop playing. Suggest name brand discs like verbatum etc. Soft static only when on radio, I've not been able to track down the issue yet.
22 of 27 found this helpful
August 9, 2014
This is a great sounding radio, I replace a cheap one on my boat with this and you cant beat the clear sound.
22 of 27 found this helpful
westhaven ct.
June 15, 2014
yes nice radio ,good sound but if you really want the sound put an amp in line to enjoy...
21 of 25 found this helpful
July 13, 2014
I am thrilled when I purchase something and I get exactly what the company decribed. Look forward to many more purchases from this company. Love the Radio and the price was great!
21 of 26 found this helpful
Brentwood, Maryland
January 9, 2014
Great product. Speedy service. Radio sounds real good. Highly recommend....
20 of 24 found this helpful
Bedford, VA
August 18, 2014
This is a great buy for the money and a very easy installation.
20 of 25 found this helpful
Chattanooga, TN
July 21, 2014
This unit has exceeded my expectations. It was incredibly easy to install, even in my '04 Grand Am SE which required this to be wired to an adapter (thank you for the extra expense, GM). This little guy works flawlessly, sounds great (stock speakers), and has extensive audio control options (Treble, Mid, Bass, and 2 levels of Bass Boost) as well as other customization options. All in all, an excellent option in this price range. I highly recommend this unit.
19 of 23 found this helpful
Lancaster, CA
June 30, 2014
Been buying kenwood head units for over 10 years very easy to use works perfectly cant beat the price i recomend kenwood to all my family and friends
19 of 23 found this helpful
Grant mi
August 15, 2014
Great price for a quality radio it sounds better than expected this is a must by for anyone looking for a great radio at a good price
18 of 22 found this helpful
manistee, MI
March 18, 2014
For the price you can't beat this stereo. Had no problem hooking it up.
18 of 22 found this helpful
October 10, 2014
Previously I purchased a Pioneer DEH-150MP from amazon due to its low price point and I didn't feel like spending much on a new head unit. I quickly returned that unit after a day or two due to the fact that I wasn't satisfied with the power it put out and it's weak bass notes. This unit on the other hand, made me really happy I returned the Pioneer. As soon as I clicked it in and started playing some music I was extremely pleased that I spent the extra $20 on it. Excellent power to my speakers as well as the strong bass notes that I was lacking with the returned unit. It also fits very snug and secure in the dash kit that was provided for free by Sonic Electronix. Overall, I'm already loving the new unit and loving the free stuff that Sonic threw in with it. Delivery time was also speedy and on time!
17 of 21 found this helpful
October 4, 2014
I bought my second Kenwood KDC-152 in-dash cd/mp3 etc. stereo.
The entire transaction - including - packaging, international shipping, tracking and delivery were prompt and smooth. Highly professional execution.
The bar has been set quite high by this company.
17 of 21 found this helpful
Chicago, IL
June 9, 2014
I purchased two of these units for my vehicles and had them installed by my local auto shop. The ordering process could not have been easier or more foolproof--I knew they fit my cars and they included any parts necessary for a proper fit, leaving me to just enjoy the sound. And was I amazed by the quality of sound! They even make my mediocre factory speakers sound better. I couldn't be more pleased and highly recommend this unit. I just wish the power button was more accessible. Hard to touch if you have big fingers. A small annoyance for such a terrific unit.
17 of 21 found this helpful
Fruitport, MI
January 6, 2014
The sound is great, has a handy aux input, detachable faceplate, remote control, all at a very reasonable price. Quality seems to be very good as well.
17 of 21 found this helpful
Pompano Beach, FL
September 17, 2013
it works grate and its easy to use and its simple to change the setting
17 of 21 found this helpful
Hillside, IL
October 14, 2013
This Kenwood radio sounds great in my wife's 2010 Chevy Cobalt. It's a basic aftermarket radio, nothing out of the norm from what I've dealt with in the past but I have no complaints. It does the job. It's sufficient for the price I've paid for it.
16 of 20 found this helpful
Wyoming, MI
September 22, 2013
I was impressed with the quality of this radio. It distorts very little, and the sound quality is above average.
It does take some playing with the settings to make it sound right, but the controls are very user-friendly.
Now for the best part. It looks like an expensive radio. I bought this thinking I could replace it cheap if it got stolen. Took my car to Chicago and somebody else thought it looked great too, so I no longer have this gem of a radio, or a passenger window for that matter...
While I owned it, this was a quality product. You can't go wrong with this price, either.
15 of 18 found this helpful
Cape Girardeau, MO
October 3, 2014
I have gotten two of these radio's for friends of mine that love the simple operation and great clean looks and Kenwood reliability
15 of 19 found this helpful
Houston, TX
September 29, 2014
Installed it on a 99 Crown Vic sounds way better than stock. Install kit made it simple, shipping was quick, overall a great buy.
16 of 21 found this helpful
Ithaca, NY
August 19, 2014
I wanted a CD player, radio, etc. that wasn't complicated, easy to install, and works great. This is it!
15 of 19 found this helpful
manistee, MI
March 18, 2014
Awesome stereo for the price. Would highly recommend for anyone on a budget. Great features.
15 of 19 found this helpful
Edmonds, WA
February 1, 2014
great, simple stereo with great sound to replace broken oem cd player.
14 of 17 found this helpful
January 30, 2014
Bought the Kenwood for my daughters birthday. Easy to install in her truck. Works great. Only had for a month, but seems to work fine. Had a great price on the product.
15 of 19 found this helpful
Skokie, IL
September 3, 2013
I needed a new radio for one of my work trucks. Sonic not only had a great radio (Kenwood) but also all the parts to give me a factory made look. The radio works great and the remote is awesome. It looks like the radio was custom made for my truck.
13 of 15 found this helpful
New Haven, CT
June 8, 2014
It was brand new fresh out the box..works to perfection..nd delivery of my product was within a good time frame! Im satisfied..thnx!!
13 of 16 found this helpful
Benton, LA
September 19, 2013
Sounds better than the two hundred unit it replaced. Controls take some getting used to, but solid unit for the small price.
12 of 14 found this helpful
CC, Texas
September 17, 2013
Its a great radio, makes my cheap speakers sound good, very simple, good sound, smooth volume! No problems!
13 of 16 found this helpful
February 19, 2013
I bought this unit to replace the old worn out stereo in my explorer. I didn't want to spend over $100 for a unit. This one fit the bill perfectly. Easy to use and has everything you need. Does what others can do, just not as much $$$. Would recommend to anyone.
My one critique is that when you change the audio sources, it beeps different tones depending on which source you are changing to. Not a bad feature, it's just a lot louder than it should be.
12 of 14 found this helpful
Fort Mitchell, AL
October 26, 2014
13 of 17 found this helpful
Walterboro, SC
September 5, 2014
I got a great deal on this. it came in on time. but was a easy(if you know what your doing) to install. 8.5/10
12 of 15 found this helpful
Iola Ks
February 10, 2014
Kenwood is a name brand great, for amps amd subs.
12 of 15 found this helpful
Kalamazoo, MI
January 26, 2014
I purchased this unit for my camper. I chose it because of the price and features. I installed the same unit on my boat a year ago and have been pleased with it so I ordered it again for the same ease of operation and features. My main interest is playing my MP3 unit through the Kenwood. Sonic Electronics was very helpful in tailoring the installation kit to my camper. They have been good people to work with.
13 of 17 found this helpful
Morning View, KY
October 4, 2012
The radio puts out great sound quality, installs easy, and looks great! I've been using the radio for six months and I'm still in love with it!
11 of 13 found this helpful
Jeffersonville, IN
November 28, 2014
Needed a radio for sons first car and this one fit the needs exactly with the features and price.
11 of 14 found this helpful
Tucson, AZ
July 8, 2014
Great value for a name brand deck. Good sound quailty and easy install
11 of 14 found this helpful
Forestdale, MA
July 2, 2014
everything I ordered came on time and is the same that I ordered. the person on the phone that helped did not try to sell me stuff I didn't need or want . I have told everyone that it was an awesome place to do business with .
11 of 14 found this helpful
Colorado Springs, CO
May 25, 2014
I would recommend to anyone. Great cost for a great product.
10 of 12 found this helpful
Rock Valley, IA
September 17, 2013
I have the stereo one step up in my other car and thought it was awesome, so i bought this one because I loved the stereo and didn't need the usb port in this one. Sounds Awesome! Absolutely love it, will buy again for my next vehicle. Would highly recommend!
10 of 12 found this helpful
St. Joseph, MI
September 17, 2013
Good sound, easy to install, detachable panel, i-pod plug. I like it!
11 of 14 found this helpful
Lemoore, CA
July 10, 2013
I bought this for my 2500 Dodge Club Cab truck and have been very happy with it. This is my third stereo from Sonic Electronix and I've yet to be disappointed--very good prices and equipment along with customer support (I needed a little help with the double din installed in our 4Runner and the rep helped me to successfully install it.) My son purchased another model of Kenwood for his Eclipse but is envious of mine which has more power and features like HD radio and channel/ artist labeling. All have worked well with the oldest being installed about 2 years ago and the other two around 6 months ago. The install kits help a lot.
12 of 16 found this helpful
hanford, ca
July 3, 2013
I would recommend this head unit if your trying to stay on a budget for the price it puts out decent sound I have 2 orion xtr pro 12s and it hits hard and this head unit made them sound good
12 of 16 found this helpful
Panama City, FL
March 20, 2013
This is a great Headunit.the buttons are nice and so are the options! right now, mine is in Protect mode and i believe it's because i have bad crimps or a bad connection of some sort because i was in a hurry to install my new speakers, which i also got from here! the Focal CVX-130 for the front and Rockford Fosgate p1675 for the back! soon to be adding two sundown sa-12s and so on. but anyways, Im SOO glad it has a protect mode because i could've blown any other headunit from that O.O! So when i have time i will fix the connections and take my precious time. The controls are decently easy to learn, it doesnt take long at all! i give this headunit a good rating and i recommend it to anyone who is looking for a wonderful headunit and is limited on moolah!
10 of 12 found this helpful
troy, NC
January 18, 2014
For the price and the features it has makes this one of the gifts I've ever bought and installed
10 of 13 found this helpful
Cantonment, Fl.
December 19, 2013
I bought this Kenwood KDC-152 and put it in my 1991 GMC Pickup.
The unit sounds Great and if I ever need another one it will be this
model and brand.........Thanks Kenwood
9 of 11 found this helpful
Salisbury, NC
April 23, 2012
This is a great option if you're on a budget. Puts out good clean power and has great features for it's price point. I would recommend this unit to anyone.
8 of 9 found this helpful
Travelers Rest, SC
October 7, 2013
was easy to hook up. Works GREAT!!! Sounds Great!!! Does just what I wanted.
8 of 10 found this helpful
August 15, 2013
Easy to use and install no problems yet iPod and amp hook ups I like the best.
8 of 10 found this helpful
Orange Park, Florida
February 17, 2013
Having just purchased this and using for about a week now, I thought a review would be in order. Where to start? Well lets talk about its design first. The unit is VERY aesthetically pleasing to look at and has a sleek nice black finish really complementing the factory appearance on the dash. The display is VERY simple and bright, but not obnoxious either. It's very easy to read and has a dimmer setting in case you find it overwhelming at night which I don't at all. Settings and equalization is VERY straightforward and makes perfect sense. The volume knob is ergonomic and easy to feel unlike those stereos with the flush knobs that you can barely adjust without hitting 4 buttons. Overall the look and quality of "feel" is second to none! Now for sound quality. The volume ranges from 0 to 35 and for those of you reading who have tuned an amplifier know that it starts with the all the gain down and the headunit EQ zeroed out. I started slowly increasing the volume waiting for it to distort, 15...20...28...33 and finally 35. Crystal clear. I mean not a lick of distortion at max volume. I played it safe though and set my preferred max level at 28 before the amp was turned up. As I had previously mentioned the equalizer works beautifully slowly adding nuances into your music, and this unit features a bass boost setting which surprisingly doesn't distort either! It just adds Crystal clear sound. I'd rate the sound quality of this unit 11 out of 10 because there is nothing that comes close. I've had numerous Pioneer, Sony, and alpine units but this one blows them away and for the price? I must say I was skeptical with how little I spent but I put my faith in reviewers and glad I did. I saved my favorite part for last. The main reason I looked at this Kenwood was because because I am very picky about factory appearances. I hate Euro taillights, body kits, rims and just about anything the manufacturer of the car didn't design for it. I wasn't thrilled about an aftermarket radio because all the ones today have big chrome knobs, and cheap finishes with stupid designs and laser light shows. Features like that may be attractive to ricers and teenage kids, but not a mature listener who would rather take sound quality and a quality build over a cheap laser light show radio with the 10,000 useless features that are just excessive junk anyway. This kenwood was the cleanest, best looking, simple, best sounding unit I've ever seen in my life. For the price I can't understand why you are still reading this and not entering your credit card info yet. Extremely happy and more then recommend!!!!
8 of 10 found this helpful
Gettysburg, Pa.
January 1, 2013
Bought one for my wife's hard to find (oem) stereo. Installed others over the years, but no comparison to what the other guys offer, wanting your first born, along with a few other body parts.
Checked out what Sonic had to offer. Wiring harness was ideal for not needing to cut into oem harness. Great color coding, simple instructions even for a beginner. The mounting plate kit is the only way to go, and looks like a factory/pro install when done, beginner, novice or expert.
A week later, ordered one for my Rodeo, and my son wanted one for a 1990 F150.
Kenwood has always had a great product, and Sonic greatly enhances this product by including the optional wiring harness and mount plate kit. If you don't want any hassle, take the wiring harness and mounting kit. You won't be sorry, and you can't go wrong. Throw in the remote control on this unit and you'll need a second look to make sure you're not in the privacy of your living room, chilling in the recliner.
Paid the extra shipping on my first one as it was purchased in a limited time frame, and the shipping came through for me.
Good to see a company out there like Sonic Electronix that puts it all in one package and delivers great products to the limited budget customeras well as offers more to the guy who feels money is no object.
7 of 8 found this helpful
Chester, NH
August 17, 2012
This radio is great as an inexpensive replacement radio. I like that It has the aux. Input in the front and hi mid low adjustments. Great sound difference without adding an additional amp. I would recommend anyone looking for an easy upgrade to purchase this kenwood over a Sony or Dual radio
8 of 10 found this helpful
Waltham, MA
July 28, 2012
i would recommend this to someone who needs a simple replacement for stock radio. It is good because it has audio controls like bass and trebel wich for this price range is hard to get.bmw 325i
7 of 8 found this helpful
st louis, Mo
September 3, 2013
This was a good head unit when I first got it. Six months down the road the lights no longer work on some spots.
8 of 11 found this helpful
Denver, PA
November 16, 2012
Unit is durable, easy to operate, I have full confidence in this head unit lasting me many years in my chevy blazer.
7 of 9 found this helpful
Jamaica, NY
September 4, 2012
When my factory unit stopped working, I wasn't sure about what to get. To me, there are a few name brands that allow you to purchase with confidence.. and for me Kenwood is just that. I don't think there's a bad Kenwood unit out there.
I can only say that this unit gives me everything I could want in a system and more. It produces an unbelievable sound and I couldn't be happier. Thank you Kenwood. I knew I could count on you.
7 of 9 found this helpful
east helena
March 30, 2012
this is a great cd player for the money and it is a kenwood , there are lot nice cd players out there but if you dont want to spend the mone, this works
7 of 9 found this helpful
Where i live
February 26, 2012
I recommend this to anyone, good stereo.
6 of 7 found this helpful
Chattanooga, Tn
February 7, 2013
I ordered this head unit on 2/5/13 and it has been received and installed in my car by 2/7/13. Super fast shipping!! The sound difference in my car is phenomenal. It has increased the the mid/treble/bass in all speakers. I have two twelves (subs) in the back and before, all I could hear is bass. Now I can hear the words and everything else so much better, music is not just bass for me anymore. This head unit has brought my whole system together, I love it.
6 of 8 found this helpful
castaic, CA
December 17, 2012
I would definitely recommend buying this for any ready....the cool display.. the awesome and easy control... totally worth it
6 of 8 found this helpful
greenville, OH
February 29, 2012
I love this head unit i got everything yesterday and installed it and it works perfect and has great features. It works great with my 3 12" Rockford Fosgates, I havent had it long so i have no complaints. Great price for the product i would definitely recommend this product to anyone.
6 of 8 found this helpful
Stanfield, NC
September 17, 2013
This radio surprised me with its sensitivity. I am able to hear stations clearly which simply could not be heard with the factory radio. The CD player works well also. Altogether a very good replacement for the stock Honda unit.
4 of 5 found this helpful
Birmingham, AL
November 30, 2012
I got this head unit for my Tacoma as a nice budget friendly option with the basic options I wanted. I wanted a fair amount of rms power to run my aftermarket door speakers and some EQ tuning options. When I switched out the older Pioneer head unit the previous owner had to this one there was a noticeable improvement in the sound quality. I definitely recommend this unit to anyone looking for great value at a great price.
5 of 7 found this helpful
Ellwood City, PA
July 24, 2012
This stereo was a great price and a great unit, anywhere else you would have paid a lot more
5 of 7 found this helpful
Columbus, GA
September 15, 2012
Thanks to Sonic, paid rock bottom price for this system. Purchased as a replacement for my commercial vehicle.
Pros: Easy to install. Control knobs are very easy to operate and program. Love the dual bass feature. Sound is rich and clear. Bright light makes it easy to see in the dark. Old system would skip on every bump in the road while playing CD"s....this Kenwood has not skipped a beat on the bumpiest roads!
Highly recommend this system!!
Cons: None
4 of 6 found this helpful
wooster, OH
July 4, 2016
good service good part will try to buy in the future
0 of 0 found this helpful
Moble, AL
July 2, 2016
It is a great sounding system and a very good value .
0 of 0 found this helpful
May 26, 2016
Great deck, great price! Powerful unit and looks great! I recommend it!
0 of 0 found this helpful
April 22, 2016
Awesome products, everything i needed it had, easy installation,first time installing a stereo ,but it was a piece of cake, sounds really great, i will surely recommended anyone to purchase. From sonicelectrion,
0 of 0 found this helpful
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March 12, 2010
The Runaways LA Premiere
Love the effect of Dakota's dress and ADORE that Stewy's wearing hot pink for a change!
Via KStewartFans
- Lorabell
P.s. Apparently Taylor was there too - I'm a'searchin' ;)
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Dakota and Kstew look so pretty! Dakota looks like a princess and Kstew is rockin' that hot pink dress! Lovin' the bright color, Kstew :DReplyDelete
KStew in PINK!!!ReplyDelete
- AnonymousMarch 12, 2010 at 2:52 PM
Dakota looks like she just stepped off the ice rink, and Kristen's dress fit so poorly. Would someone please show that girl what good posture is? Sheesh!ReplyDelete
- AnonymousMarch 12, 2010 at 5:55 PM
OMG Kristen wearing a neon pink dress... I don't believe my eyes! Her and little Dakota look beautifulReplyDelete
Aonon: You're just jealous
- AnonymousMarch 12, 2010 at 6:05 PM
I love both of their dresses! :)) I found a pic of Taylor ... it's at the Runaways after-party :))ReplyDelete
I love color on Kristen Stewart, but I think that style/fit did NOTHING for her. It fit so poorly it was distracting. I didn't even notice her killer legs.ReplyDelete
Kristen looks so happy! :D (L)ReplyDelete
- AnonymousMarch 12, 2010 at 11:07 PM
Nikki Reed was seen there too from people that went to the premiere , but no pictures of her.ReplyDelete
Both are gorgeous but, Kristen in that PINK dress is a site for sore eyes! She just looks so comfortable and happy.ReplyDelete


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Aye aye aye aye, It's Lil B
I need y'all to uhh vibe with me
Check it, uh, yeah
One time
Aye aye I'm a a a man a mother fucker so legendary bruh
This shit's amazing what I'm doing
Illusions Of Grandeur mixtape
[Verse 1: Lil B]
You can't break the best, best believe it
Niggas be like me I'mma regret this evening
Long hard nights, fate was calling
Seen demons on the street on my way trip New Orleans
Try to stay cool, I was just being cautious
Niggas gave me advice caught the ball and he lost it
Now how you think I'm gonna respect my peers when my people killing people over shoes n shit?
And I just lay back, I be blowing on dope
211 for a zip bitch, row that boat
Microwave the rock bitch, huh zip that coke
Spend your whole life in jail for that dope you sold
Serving niggas mommas
Boy you going to hell
I got conscience for the pain that I caused
I guess I just grew up
I guess I just evolved
I guess I'm just that raw
For real it's Lil Boss yeah
Yeah man, so you know a muh fucka like me man I'm uhh
Like that uhh, 89
1989 I was born
But really..
I mean uhhh, mother fucking uh
What is it?
Oh yeah, I'm in uhh denial, that's what it's called
Cuz Im a 90, I was born in the 90's fuck it
Ha, I mean the uhh..89, 89
1989 I was born
But..my life was in the 90's
So it's like I be acting like I'm from the 80's but really, I'm in the 90's
It's Lil B
Shouts out to my boy Dustin nigga
Shouts out to all the BasedWorld man
Collect this, I got new history coming soon man
Let's get it


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Berry using the bunt to his advantage
By Jason Beck / MLB.com
After Thursday's roller that hugged the first-base line, Berry now has more bunt hits (five) than the rest of the Tigers combined (four). He entered Friday tied for third in the American League behind the Angels' Erick Aybar (14) and Minnesota's Ben Revere (six).
"I would say he's pretty good at that," manager Jim Leyland said. "I think he got a bunch of bunt base hits last year. It's part of his game. I'm sure he'll try to bunt at some point tonight."
Berry got the start against Rays lefty David Price over Brennan Boesch and Danny Worth in part because he could reach base on a bunt, despite the lefty-on-lefty matchup. Berry moved down to ninth in the order for it, but he got his chance.
Take away the bunt hits, and Berry would be batting .272. Instead, he entered Friday batting .316.
Dirks not yet ready for baseball activities
ST. PETERSBURG -- Andy Dirks will spend at least another week in a walking boot while receiving shockwave therapy on his strained right Achilles. The outfielder, who hasn't played since May 30, was examined by Tigers foot/ankle specialist Dr. Chris Zingas on Friday in Detroit.
"He's not right. He's not ready to start any baseball activities," manager Jim Leyland said. "We were hoping for that. We didn't get it."
The examination showed improvement, but still some discomfort, Tigers head athletic trainer Kevin Rand said.
"He's much improved," Rand said, "but still has point tenderness there. So he's going to continue to be in the boot for another week, and he'll also receive shockwave therapy."
The delay seemingly would push any timetable for a Dirks return past the All-Star break. While he was cleared to start running on a special treadmill, that's about the extent of his physical activity. He'll begin a more full-fledged running program once he's cleared.
Leyland not afraid to give green light on 3-0 count
ST. PETERSBURG -- Jim Leyland has said numerous times over the past two seasons that he has given more green lights for Tigers hitters to swing on 3-0 counts than he did at his previous stops in Pittsburgh, Florida and Colorado. On Thursday, Brennan Boesch was one of them.
It didn't work. Boesch flew out to center on James Shields' 3-0 pitch with runners on first and second for the second out of the second inning. The intent was to get Boesch to swing at a sure strike instead of chasing, one reason Leyland has given green lights to many slumping hitters on 3-0.
"I let Boesch hit, tried to give him a little confidence," Leyland said. "There's a lot of different schools of thought. Boeschy just missed it, too. He just didn't quite get it out far enough, but he hit it good."
Not many hitters like swinging on 3-0 counts, Leyland said, because they don't want to get caught chasing a pitch out of the strike zone and turning down a walk.
The Tigers have put just three balls in play on 3-0 counts this season, good for an RBI double and a couple of outs. The double actually came from Boesch.
Quick hits
Miguel Cabrera needs four hits to become the seventh Tiger to total 100 hits, 15 home runs and 60 RBIs before the All-Star break. He also did it two years ago. Others include Hank Greenberg in 1935, Al Kaline in 1955, Norm Cash in 1961, Willie Horton in 1970 and Magglio Ordonez in 2006.
Austin Jackson's caught stealing in the fourth inning Friday marked his second in six days. He has been thrown out on consecutive steal attempts for the first time since April 2011.
Justin Verlander's eight strikeouts Friday moved him to 121, ahead of teammate Max Scherzer (114) for the American League lead, and past Washington's Stephen Strasburg (118) for tops in the Majors.
Delmon Young has multiple hits in each of his last three games, going 6-for-13 in that stretch.
Jason Beck is a reporter for MLB.com. Read Beck's Blog and follow him on Twitter @beckjason. This story was not subject to the approval of Major League Baseball or its clubs.


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Samsung Galaxy S4 lands on Bangalore, hundreds get in line
By Sayantani Ghosh and Supantha Mukherjee
"I'm very excited. I've been waiting a couple of hours; I couldn't get any sleep last night," said Arif, an employee of UK retailer Tesco. He was near the front of the line of hundreds of people to line up at the UB City Mall in Bangalore to buy the new Galaxy S4 smartphone.
The phone went on sale at the Samsung store on Saturday, and Arif waited for about two hours for the privilege of spending 41,500 rupees, or about $763, on the new model, which comes with a 5-inch screen and 13-megapixel camera, and runs on Google's Android platform.
Samsung is trying to increase its lead over Apple, a possibility for the South Korean company, considering the preference of many Indian shoppers for a good discount over products priced at the top of the line compared to their competitors. Both companies are now handing out discounts on some of their older models. The S4 also is competing with other phones on sale in India such as the HTC One and the BlackBerry Z10, not to mention Apple's iPhone 5 — its primary rival.
Manu Sharma, Samsung India's director for its mobile business, said Samsung is looking forward to selling more Galaxy S4s than previous phones in the line. The S3 has sold more than 50 million units since its launch last year, the Wall Street Journal reported in March.
Sharma also promised that there would be no supply problems that forced it to begin selling the S4 later than planned in the United States. The S4 is going on sale in the United States on Saturday as well, and warned that supply problems might strike there. Its reason for this? Better-than-expected demand, of course.
In Bangalore, crowd control was more of a problem than availability. People waited impatiently in a queue that snaked past a near-empty Apple Imagine store. Some people tried to shove and jump the queue, while some got into arguments with store guards who were trying to maintain order. For technology fans in India's IT capital, arguing that it's "just a phone" probably wouldn't make much of an impression anyway.
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The cost of Apple Inc. neglecting the Indian Market is a generation of loyal "Samsung" customers and an entrenched Android user-base.
If Apple can't attract the young and savvy technophiles, they have lost their core customer base.


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Not sure why the thread turned into a Jabari Parker Wiggins debate but according to Hahn's here some tidbits on point guards and what could be relative to this thread. Since we need a point guard and assets to build with .
ICYMI: A list of potentially available PGs in the coming weeks, from last night's #Knicks Fix:
Kyle Lowry (Raptors): Toronto has already started blowing up the roster. Lowry is an expiring contract, so while they could just let him walk as a free agent, they might look to get a young asset -- and, of course, Masai Ujiri covets first round picks -- to let the veteran find a contending team.
Jameer Nelson (Magic): Orlando seems ready to part with the veteran, especially with a young backcourt of Victor Oladipo and Arron Afflalo developing in his absence. So far the word is the Magic would demand a first round pick. Nelson makes $8.6M this season and there is a team option for $8M next season.
Goran Dragic (Suns): While speculation was he would be on the move after Phoenix added Eric Bledsoe, Dragic has still been a big part of the team's early success. Will they eventually move him? Depends, but he has a contract that pays him $7.5M next season and a player option for $7.5M in 2015-16.
Jeremy Lin (Rockets): Don't think for a second that Houston wouldn't love to dump the "poison pill" contract they created just to get him out of New York. That $15M payout next season makes him almost untradeable, but the Rockets will try.
Eric Maynor (Wizards): When Dec. 15 arrives, Washington will gladly dump him for whatever they can get. He's struggled mightily there and knee and Achilles issues may be the reason. Maynor has a $2.1M player option for next season.
Jimmer Fredette (Kings): It's debatable that he is an NBA point guard, but it's also debatable that he is an NBA player. He's small, overwhelmed by speed and not a good enough ball-handler. But he can shoot. And, well, Jimmermania happened once.


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I have never gotten any answer to my questions. Does anybody know the answers? As I see the number of the overviews I assume it is a quite interesting topic for everyone.
Originally Posted by ewelina
Please advise:
1) what are so-called Weak Proper Names? Please give me as many examples as you can...
2) what are the rules for inserting the definite article before Proper Nouns cited with original spelling (accents included) from a foreign language, which by the way in English are preceded by no article, f.i. the Via Veneto, the rue de Grenelle, the rue de Rivoli, the Nevsky Prospect, the Via dell'abdunanza, the Via Ludovisi, the Piazza Barberi, the Piazza del Popolo, the Lago Maggiore, the Pons Auelius, the Palais Bourbon, the Palais de la Berbie, the Palazzo Margherite, the Castello Ruspoli, the Ponti della Valle?
And following this manner - do we use the definite article with the names of the single mountains/peaks taken (with original spelling) from a foreign language like Das Matterhorn = the Matterhorn, Le Barre des Ecrins = the Barre des Ecrins, Das Eiger = the Eiger, Das Mönch = the Mönch, Die Jungfrau = the Jungfrau, Le Bois = the Bois?
4) when should we use the definite article with the names of famous art masterpieces (f.i. the Mona Lisa, the David, the Venus of Milo etc.)?
5) what is the correct form of the foreign surnames in the plural (the Medici, the Strozzi, the Este)?
I have never gotten any answer to my questions. Does anybody know the answers? As I see the number of the overviews I assume it is a quite interesting topic for everyone.
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This is an area that is a real mess.
We use 'the' with European mountains that take a definite article in their language.
It seems that we often use a definite article if a word like 'rue' comes at the beginning, but there are many contradictions when we use foreign words.
You'll see both the Medici and the Medicis.
I honestly have no idea about art masterpieces- we say the Mona Lisa, but Guernica.
yes, i know u have nothing to say about proper names with definite articles!u ve got things to say about punctuation and u r good at ,specially Anglican , deflecting the course of discussion if u r out of information about some issue that u r responsible! close this web site if u r not capable of teaching english!


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|Blanca Peak- From Ellingwood
Date Climbed: Jun 17, 2012
|Did Ellingwood Point via SW ridge and traversed to Blanca Peak from an overnight camp above Lake Como. Saw some bighorn sheep.
|Posted Aug 28, 2012 5:47 pm
Date Climbed: Aug 24, 2012
|Started 8650' day before. Camped at Lake Como. Thunder storm (with hail) ruined dinner time. Watched the fog roll in on the early morning start. Beautiful views from summit when fog allowed it. Great trip.
|Posted Aug 25, 2012 12:13 pm
|Woodie Hopper
|Little Bear-Blanca traverse
Date Climbed: Aug 4, 2012
|Climbed via the traverse from Little Bear. Classic.
|Posted Aug 5, 2012 1:52 am
|With Orion
Date Climbed: Jul 15, 2011
|My dates are all wrong probably but I forgot to sign the log last year. What an awesome climb with beautiful exposure though! Perfect weather too.
|Posted Jul 8, 2012 10:31 pm
Date Climbed: Jun 30, 2012
|Long day. Hiked from close to Hwy 150 to peak. Endless rocks on the road, so wear solid footwear. Hiked with MCR. Beautiful scenery and ultimately well worth the effort.
|Posted Jul 1, 2012 9:41 pm
|Looooong Approach
Date Climbed: Aug 4, 1979
|Walked the road as we did not have a capable 4X4 and it was a very long day, but worth it.
|Posted Mar 12, 2012 8:07 pm
|Great first 14er!
Date Climbed: Sep 3, 2005
|Perfect weather. Summited on first day, camped along the upper lakes, and decended the next day.
|Posted Feb 6, 2012 12:32 pm
Date Climbed: Aug 4, 1995
|Rained on the way down.
|Posted Oct 29, 2011 12:21 pm
|Route Climbed: Standard Route From Lake Como Trailhead
Date Climbed: Sep 30, 2011
|Started hiking a few miles in on Lake Como Road, set up camp, then continued on to the summits of Blanca and Ellingwood.
|Posted Oct 22, 2011 7:50 pm
|Ted Eliason
|Linked over from Ellingwood
Date Climbed: Aug 8, 2008
|An easy traverse over
|Posted Oct 13, 2011 3:10 pm
|Jeremy Hakes
|Night climb
Date Climbed: Aug 13, 2005
|During the night. Awesome.
|Posted Oct 4, 2011 11:01 am
|Blanca/ Ellingwood
Date Climbed: Sep 30, 2011
|Great weather! Bit cold on summit. Made my way over to Ellingwood via just below the ridge. Magnificent views and vibes!
|Posted Oct 1, 2011 2:01 pm
|Lake Como
Date Climbed: Aug 21, 2011
|Meetup.com trip. We hiked in from San Luis Valley on Saturday and camped at Lake Como. We started around 4AM Sunday morning. There was a lot of loose talus higher up, so the "trail" was very hard to find. We went to the right before the saddle and dealt with some fairly easy class 3 scrambling before we made the summit. We got to the summit around 7:30 or so, I think. The clouds were already building up early in the day. Then we went over to Ellingwood Point.
|Posted Aug 22, 2011 2:52 pm
|Beautiful Hike
Date Climbed: Jul 9, 2011
|Started at the very bottom and camped at lake como the first night then went to the top the next day along with ellingwood. Favorite mountain I have climbed so far.
|Posted Aug 21, 2011 10:14 pm
|I like it on top
|Lake Como Route
Date Climbed: Aug 13, 2011
|Great hike and weather along with Ellingwood.
|Posted Aug 14, 2011 6:09 pm
|First 14er
Date Climbed: Jun 26, 2011
|Did this on a 2 day trip, camped Saturday at Lake Como and hit the summit the next day, rested for about 1/2 hour while breaking down camp, and descended. On the way up got sidetracked in a couloir pretty close to Ellington and then had to take the ridge the rest of the way to Blanca. Would have liked to do another peak in the area, but facing an 8 mile descent and tired legs decided to scrap and drive back to Denver. Beautiful!
|Posted Jul 19, 2011 2:37 pm
Date Climbed: Aug 14, 2010
|The traverse from little bear is the best CO 14 traverse, and maybe the best CO 14er route period. probably only class 4, though a bit exposed. TR up at http://zoomloco.xanga.com/732717261/purple-mountain-majesties/
|Posted Jul 16, 2011 4:41 pm
|Brad Snider
|Gash Ridge
Date Climbed: Jun 22, 2011
|Fun Climb from Huerfano Basin. Car shuttle to Lake Como Road after tagging Ellingwood Point as well.
|Posted Jun 27, 2011 2:33 pm
|Matt Lemke
|From Lake Como
Date Climbed: Jun 4, 2011
|Backpacked up the Hanus Lake Como Road and camped at Como Lake. Climbed Blanca and Ellingwood the next day and did the ridge traverse between them.
|Posted Jun 20, 2011 3:25 pm
|From Jaws One
Date Climbed: Jun 14, 2002
|Climbed with B. Davidson.
|Posted Jun 6, 2011 11:50 pm


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As vocal as Antoine has been this season, I'm happy to see that his lack of playing time is something that he's taking in stride and supporting. Albeit some of it is because of injuries, but nevertheless commendable on his behalf. This is the type of veteran presence we need more of.
Source - Click hereA slew of injuries -- right knee, left ankle, right elbow, right ankle -- have kept him from practising for a good chunk of his Raptors tenure. Unable to show much in practice, court time has been hard to come by.
In 10 of the past 23 games, Wright hasn't made it on to the floor. Some of those DNP's were injury related, others simply were the case of a teammate doing more with the time given.
None of this is news to Wright, who admits he has been somewhat frustrated by the injuries and limited playing time, but by no means is he surprised. He knows the two go hand in hand.
"Not being 100%, not being able to practise and get the reps and other guys doing well are all factors," Wright said. "You can't blame coach for plugging in a guy who is giving him more at the time."
In fact, Wright pretty much told his coach to do just that. When it became apparent that his playing time would be topping out at about eight or nine minutes a night, Wright suggested Triano go with one of the younger guys until he could put his health problems to rest once and for all.


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The University-Business Forum provides a platform at the European level for exchanging good practices, sharing experiences and fostering mutual learning amongst the relevant stakeholders. Better cooperation between universities and businesses is considered a cornerstone for the modernisation of higher education in Europe.
Communication from the Commission to the European Parliament, the Council, the European Economic and Social Committee and the Committee of the Regions of 2 April 2009 – A new partnership for the modernisation of universities: the EU Forum for University Business Dialogue [COM(2009) 158 final – Not published in the Official Journal].
The University-Business Forum, launched on the basis of the Commission communication of 10 May 2006 on modernising universities, provides a European platform for dialogue. The present communication follows from the forum's call to improve the links between businesses and universities, with a view to strengthening Europe as a knowledge-based society.
The aims of the communication are three-fold:
- taking stock of challenges and barriers to university-business cooperation, as well as of good practices;
- proposing future work for the forum;
- establishing follow-up actions to foster cooperation.
The stock-taking focuses on six central issues, with employability and innovation being the most important challenges to be addressed. These should be tackled with a comprehensive change to curricula, which is possible only if an appropriate framework is provided by universities. The curricula should include transversal and transferable skills as well as basic notions of economics and technology. The examination methods should focus on assessing learning and competences. At the same time, the admission profiles and approaches to learning should be diversified to draw talent from non-traditional backgrounds. Furthermore, the education and research agendas should be made more inter- and trans-disciplinary.
Higher education is also challenged to provide a learning environment that fosters entrepreneurship. In order to create an entrepreneurial culture, universities need to make transformations in their leadership and governance. Entrepreneurship education should be comprehensive and accessible, with entrepreneurs and business people involved in the teaching. Likewise, training in teaching entrepreneurship should be provided to professors and teachers.
Yet another challenge universities are facing is the transfer of knowledge. For this to happen between universities and enterprises, a general framework for cooperation should be set up. Universities could also benefit from knowledge transfer offices to enter into partnerships with small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Furthermore, strategies should be developed by both universities and public research organisations for the management of Intellectual Property Rights (IPR).
Universities should also aim at improving mobility internationally as well as between business and academia. To this end, it is essential that the value of mobility is promoted and recognised by all actors involved. It is equally essential that mobility to business by academics, researchers as well as students is accredited. Finally, there is also the need to adapt legal frameworks in order to support and facilitate mobility.
Universities need to reorient themselves to open up for Lifelong Learning (LLL). LLL should be included in their missions and strategies in a comprehensive manner. However, the development of LLL must be done in partnership with enterprises. Universities and business also need to work together in identifying and addressing the demand for new/updated skills. Simultaneously, the labour market needs to value and recognise updated/upgraded skills.
Good governance of universities is seen as essential for improving cooperation with businesses. The institutional strategies must incorporate this cooperation and appropriate incentive and assessment systems need to be put in place. Finally, the crucial role of national and regional framework conditions in achieving a supportive environment for university-business cooperation must not be overlooked.
The Commission will use the results of this stock-taking exercise in its policy cooperation and in the actions under its programmes, in order to continue promoting the modernisation of European universities. As follow-up actions, the Commission is proposing the mapping out of a future work programme for the forum as well as a series of concrete actions to respond to the most urgent issues at hand, in particular regarding employability.
The forum will be continued with meetings and seminars. In addition, a web space will be developed for its communication. The Commission will also seek to ensure a stronger involvement of public authorities, as requested in the communication.
Furthermore, the Commission will:
- explore how new forms of structured partnerships could be supported under its relevant programmes;
- invite stakeholders to discuss the possibility of future cooperation between enterprises and schools and Vocational Education and Training (VET) institutions;
- encourage national authorities to establish structures for university-business cooperation at national level;
- launch a study on best practises in university-business cooperation.
See also
The University-Business Cooperation website of the European Commission Directorate-General for Education and Culture
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Tricuspid regurgitation
Blood that flows between different chambers of your heart must flow through a heart valve. These valves open up enough so that blood can flow through. They then close, keeping blood from flowing backward.
The tricuspid valve separates the right lower heart chamber (the right ventricle) from the right upper heart chamber (right atrium).
Tricuspid regurgitation is a disorder in which this valve does not close tight enough. This problem causes blood to flow backward into the right upper heart chamber (atrium) when the right lower heart chamber (ventricle) contracts.
Causes of Tricuspid regurgitation
An increase in size of the right ventricle is the most common cause of this condition. The right ventricle pumps blood to the lungs where it picks up oxygen. Any condition that puts extra strain on this chamber can cause it to enlarge.
- Abnormally high blood pressure in the arteries of the lungs
- Problem with the other valve on the right side of the heart
Tricuspid regurgitation may also be caused or worsened by infections, such as:
- Rheumatic fever
- Infection of the tricuspid heart valve, which causes damage
Less common causes of tricuspid regurgitation include:
- A type of heart defect present at birth called Ebstein anomaly
- Carcinoid tumors, which release a hormone that damages the valve
- Marfan syndrome
- Rheumatoid arthritis
- Radiation therapy
- Past use of a diet pill called "Fen-Phen" (phentermine and fenfluramine) or dexfenfluramine. The drug was removed from the market in 1997.
Tricuspid regurgitation Symptoms
Mild tricuspid regurgitation may not cause any symptoms. Symptoms of heart failure may occur, and can include:
- Active pulsing in the neck veins
- Decreased urine output
- Fatigue, tiredness
- General swelling
- Swelling of the abdomen
- Swelling of the feet and ankles
- Weakness
Tests and Exams
The health care provider may find abnormalities when gently pressing with the hand (palpating) on your chest. The doctor may also feel a pulse over your liver. The physical exam may show liver and spleen swelling.
Listening to the heart with a stethoscope may reveal a murmur or other abnormal sounds. There may be signs of fluid buildup in the abdomen.
An ECG or echocardiogram may show enlargement of the right side of the heart. Doppler echocardiography or right-sided cardiac catheterization may be used to measure blood pressure inside the heart and lungs.
Other tests, such as CT scan or MRI of the chest (heart), may reveal enlargement of the right side of the heart and other changes.
Treatment of Tricuspid regurgitation
Treatment may not be needed if there are few or no symptoms. You may need to go to the hospital to diagnose and treat severe symptoms.
Swelling may be managed with medicines that help remove fluids from the body (diuretics).
Some people may be able to have surgery to repair or replace the tricuspid valve. Surgery is usually done as part of another procedure.
Treatment of certain conditions may correct this disorder. These include:
- High blood pressure in the lungs
- Swelling of the right lower heart chamber
Prognosis (Outlook)
Surgical valve repair or replacement usually provides a cure.
The outlook is poor for people who have severe tricuspid regurgitation that cannot be corrected.
When to Contact a Health Professional
Call your health care provider if you have symptoms of tricuspid regurgitation.
Prevention of Tricuspid regurgitation
People with abnormal or damaged heart valves are at risk for an infection called endocarditis. Anything that causes bacteria to get into your bloodstream may lead to this infection. Steps to avoid this problem include:
- Avoid unclean injections.
- Treat strep infections promptly to prevent rheumatic fever.
- Always tell your health care provider and dentist if you have a history of heart valve disease or congenital heart disease before treatment. Some people may need to take antibiotics before having a procedure.
Prompt treatment of disorders that can cause valve disease reduces your risk of tricuspid regurgitation.
Carabello BA. Valvular heart disease. In: Goldman L, Schafer AI, eds. Goldman's Cecil Medicine. 24th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Saunders Elsevier; 2011:chap 75.
Nishimura. RA, Otto CM, Bownow RO et al. 2014 AHA/ACC Guideline for the Management of Patients With Valvular Heart Disease: A report of the American College of Cardiology/American Heart Association Task Force on Practice Guidelines. J Thorac Cardiovasc Surg. 2014;148(1):e1-e132.
Otto CM, Bonow RO. Valvular heart disease. In: Bonow RO, Mann DL, Zipes DP, Libby P, Braunwald E, eds. Braunwald's Heart Disease: A Textbook of Cardiovascular Medicine. 9th ed. St. Louis, MO: WB Saunders; 2011:chap 66.
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Recently the LWSD put up for a vote two Levy and one Bond measures requesting more money for the District. The Levy measures passed, however the Bond measure failed. Per your email and information on the District webpage, a survey was conducted of 400 residents in the District to ascertain why the Bond measure failed. As I was not one of the residents contacted, I thought I would explain my particular reasons for voting "NO" on the Bond measure.
I have lived in Redmond for over 30 years and 3 of my 4 children have graduated from Redmond High School; my fourth child is a freshman this year at Redmond. My husband is also a graduate of Redmond High School. Over the past 10-plus years I have watched as the District has repeatedly asked for more and more money to fund building projects to "modernize" aging buildings and build new schools. My belief is that the District has used these funds in less than effectual ways and with dreadful results. Read More >>
- Horace Mann Elementary was demolished and rebuilt in 2003 with two fewer classrooms than the original building. This fall it will house 4 portables.
- Redmond Junior High (now Middle School) was demolished and rebuilt in 2002 with the same number of classrooms as the original building. It now houses 3 portables.
- Redmond High School has been rebuilt several times; in 1985 and in 2003. A gym and additional classroom building was added in 2012 along with two portables. An additional two portables were added in the summer of 2013.
- Lake Washington High School was modernized in 2011. The failed Bond measure requested funds to add more classroom space for projected student population of 2000 students by 2021.
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Centro Tourotel Mariahilf
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The first records of this city hotel date back to 1706 and, although it is hard to imagine, the then Nentwichhof stood alone amidst countryside. During the 19th Century, the hotel was rebuilt and enlarged several times, and a great deal has been invested to transform it into the prestigious building it is today. After full renovation in spring 2002, it offers modern comfort in typical Viennese style and comprises a total of 65 rooms. Facilities on offer to guests include a lobby area, a hotel safe, a lift, a café and a restaurant. Guests may also take advantage of the laundry service for an additional fee and there are bicycles for hire. The hotel's own secure car park is available for an additional fee. Guests may take advantage of the WLAN/Internet access in the lobby (charges apply), where they will also find a vending machine selling cold drinks.
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Useful information: Centro Tourotel MariahilfTourism Registration Number: 23252
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This hotel is located exactly halfway between Vienna's centre and the Schönbrunn Palace on the city's longest shopping street, and is the ideal starting point for sightseeing and shopping trips. It lies 3 km from the city centre (Stephansplatz), and guests will find restaurants and links to the public transport network in the immediate vicinity. Vienna International Airport is just 25 km away.Guests arriving by car should take the A1 Westautobahn, and exit for Wien West. Follow signs to the city centre until reaching Schönbrunn Palace, and then turn left into Schlossallee. Take the first right into Mariahilferstrasse and continue straight on to number 156. Those coming by train should head for Westbahnhof train station. It is a 3-minute walk to the Äußere Mariahilferstrasse. Alternatively guests may take tram 52 or 58 1 stop and get out at Staglgasse. Guests arriving at Vienna International Airport should take the shuttle to Westbahnhof (departing every 30 minutes), then walk to Mariahilferstrasse (3 minutes) or take the tram 52 or 58 1 stop and get out at Staglgasse.