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Donovanosis (granuloma inguinale) is a sexually transmitted disease that is rarely seen in the United States.
Granuloma inguinale
Donovanosis (granuloma inguinale) is caused by the bacteria Klebsiellagranulomatis. The disease is commonly found in tropical and subtropical areas such as Southeast India, Guyana, and New Guinea. However, it can sometimes occur in the United States, typically in the Southeast. There are about 100 cases reported per year in the United States.
The disease spreads mostly through vaginal or anal intercourse. Very rarely, it spreads during oral sex.
Men are affected more than twice as often as women. Most infections occur in people ages 20-40. The disease is rarely seen in children or the elderly.
Symptoms can occur 1 to 12 weeks after coming in contact with the bacteria that cause the disease.
In its early stages, it may be hard to tell the difference between donovanosis and chancroid.
In the later stages, donovanosis may look like advanced genital cancers, lymphogranuloma venereum, and anogenital cutaneous amebiasis.
It may be donovanosis if genital sores have been present for a long time and have been spreading.
Tests that may be done include:
Laboratory tests, such as those used to detect syphilis, are available only on a research basis for diagnosing donovanosis.
Antibiotics are used to treat donovanosis. To cure the condition requires long-term treatment. Most treatment courses run 3 weeks or until the sores have completely healed.
A follow-up examination is important because the disease can reappear after it seems to be cured.
Treating this disease early decreases the chances of tissue damage or scarring. Untreated disease leads to damage of the genital tissue.
Call for an appointment with your health care provider if:
Avoiding all sexual activity is the only absolute way to prevent a sexually transmitted disease such as donovanosis. However, safer sex behaviors may reduce your risk.
The proper use of condoms, either the male or female type, greatly decreases the risk of catching a sexually transmitted disease. You need to wear the condom from the beginning to the end of each sexual activity.
Ballard RC. Klebsiella granulomatis (Donovanosis, Granuloma Inguinale). In: Mandell GL, Bennett JE, Dolin R, eds. Principles and Practice of Infectious Diseases. 7th ed. Philadelphia, Pa: Elsevier Churchill Livingstone; 2009:chap 236.
Eckert LO, Lentz GM. Infections of the lower genital tract: vulva, vagina, cervix, toxic shock syndrome, HIV infections. In: Katz VL, Lentz GM, Lobo RA, Gershenson DM, eds. Comprehensive Gynecology. 5th ed. Philadelphia, Pa: Mosby Elsevier; 2007:chap 22.
Workowski KA, Berman SM. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Sexually transmitted diseases treatment guidelines 2010. MMWR Recomm Rep. 2010 Dec 17:59:1-110.
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text: The Caine Woods Community Association (CWCA) held its second annual charity crab feast at Higgins Crab House North in Ocean City on Saturday, Sept. 25. The crab feast was the final event of the year for the association's selected charity, the Yellow Ribbon Suicide Prevention Program, Delmarva Chapter. This year, the CWCA raised $4,700, double the amount it raised the previous year. Above, from left, are CWAC Board member Monica Martin; Steve Lazarewicz of Higgins Crab House; Howard Caplan, representing the Yellow Ribbon Suicide Prevention Program, Delmarva Chapter; Ray Gawel and Bob Higgins of Higgins Crab House; CWCA vice-president Mark Jednorski; Noreen Jednorski; Irene Hansen; CWCA President Lloyd Martin; and Donna Umbel and Mary Ann LeMay. Submitted Photos


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Dedication of Fath Field at Oskamp Park scheduled for Saturday05/05/2011 10:25 PM ET
CINCINNATI (May 5, 2011) -- A baseball field renovation project at Oskamp Park in Westwood will be dedicated as "Fath Field" on Saturday, May 7 at 10:15 a.m.
The joint project between the Reds Community Fund and the Cincinnati Recreation Commission features new dugouts, bleacher seating and other improvements. The project also includes a monument behind home plate recognizing Harry Fath, Cincinnati businessman, philanthropist and Reds shareholder.
Oskamp's field #3 will now be known as "Fath Field."
This popular park in the heart of Western Hills is one of the busiest in the city and is home to baseball and softball teams from Covedale, Price Hill, Cheviot and Westwood.
Mr. Fath's involvement in the community include trustee positions with the Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra, Cincinnati Art Museum, Cincinnati Opera, Catholic Inner-City Schools Education (CISE), Boys Hope/Girls Hope Advisory Board and many more.
Representatives from the Cincinnati Reds, City of Cincinnati and Cincinnati Recreation Commission are scheduled to attend, including:
- Bob Castellini (President and CEO, Cincinnati Reds)
Fath Field Dedication
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SANTA ANA – Rickie Johnson made sure to open his motel room door as quickly as possible the minute he realized police had shown up for an unannounced visit Friday morning.
"The sooner I can open the door, the sooner they can see I'm not hiding anything from them," said Johnson, 59, from his Pueblo Motel room.
Just after 6 a.m., 30 Santa Ana police officers and six probation officers spread across the city, knocking on probationers' doors to make sure they were complying with terms of their release.
Click here to see a video of the search.
Officers searched underneath mattresses and couches, through purses and cabinets. In one home, police found a golf ball-size pack of methamphetamine that resulted in arrest, while in other cases probationers were found compliant or were simply not home. Many of those who were visited by authorities Friday were on probation for drug offenses.
As the responsibility of housing and supervising thousands of inmates shifted from state to county agencies, local police departments have grown increasingly concerned about the effect of parolees and probationers in their jurisdictions.
The new system is known as realignment and has introduced increased cooperation between local law enforcement agencies and the county's Probation Department, such as in Friday's sweep.
Orange County Probation officials said 1,896 offenders were assigned to local supervision under realignment from October 2011 to June 2012. Of those probationers, about 12 percent were arrested on suspicion of committing new offenses. About 56 percent of those offenses were drug-related, nearly three-fourths of the offenses were misdemeanors.
Before approaching a home, officers were briefed on the probationer they were about to visit. Equipped with a photo of the offender, officers discussed priors, announced if the probationer had gang enhancements or whether the offender was known to run.
The briefing sessions are necessary, said Sgt. Enrique Esparza, "so we know what we're dealing with."
For Johnson, who said he was on probation for drug-related charges, the sweeps are all part of the job.
"I understand they're just doing their job," he said. "I have no problem with it."
Others were not as understanding.
"The sweeps look bad on us because people see that the police is here," said Felipe Sanchez, 67, whose son is on probation.
Sanchez was disturbed that more than one police officer showed up at his house.
"It's bad fame," Sanchez said.
Since the beginning of realignment in October 2011, probation officials have participated in more than 50 sweeps with local departments, targeting realignment offenders and making sure they are complying with the terms of their release.
The Probation Department assigned 31 officers, three supervisors and a division assistant director to focus on inmates under the program, as well as assign some officers to work directly with the county's biggest police agencies, such as Santa Ana, Anaheim, Garden Grove and the Sheriff's Department.
Law enforcement agencies have been concerned that realignment will result in increased crime in their communities, though probation officials have cited a recidivism rate much lower than what was seen when parolees were under state care.
A report issued earlier this week from the Council of State Governments Justice Center suggests that the state law that brought about these changes, AB 109, might not have such a large effect on arrests as some law enforcement agencies have stated.
The report, which looked at arrests from Los Angeles, Redlands, Sacramento and San Francisco police agencies, found that people under probation and parole made up one of five arrests in the agencies. Those under some sort of state or county supervision were also most likely to be arrested for drug offenses, not violent or property crime.
"While line law enforcement focus groups reported they were arresting a disproportionate number of persons under supervision, or the same persons over and over, the study points out that notion is not borne out of the data collected," the report read.
Esparza, who supervised the probation sweep Friday, said that what the Probation Department is offering goes beyond supervision.
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Many collectors are working through levelling their pets, and it can be hard to keep track of hundreds of less-than max level pets.
As such, I'd like to see a new filter added - being able to include or exclude max (currently 25) level pets.
That way, if you just want to (for example) see what lvl 25 mechanicals you have available to take out that annoying beast that's bugging you, that's easy to do (just filter collected, including max level and including mechanical).
And if you want to see which rare, non-duplicate aquatic pets you have to level (for example), you can also easily do that by simply combining filters (in this case include collected (rare), exclude collected (duplicates), include "can battle", include "aquatic" and exclude "max level".
The max level filter naturally wouldn't be able to catch non-battling pets since they don't have levels.


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Three cars have collided on roads in Derbyshire this morning.
On the A619 between Eastmoor and Baslow, a 4x4 overturned at around 9am this morning (February 10).
Noone was injured, but the ambulance, police and firefighters are at the scene, and traffic is at a standstill while they clear the road.
Collisions also happened at Crow Hill Lane and Coombs Lane in Bakewell.
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Reviewed game-ending DP thwarts shot at rally
By Mike Vernon / MLB.com
HOUSTON -- Red Sox manager John Farrell unsuccessfully challenged on the final play of Saturday's 3-2 loss to the Astros.
Farrell contested that Dustin Pedroia beat out a throw from Jose Altuve to first base on a double play that he grounded into to end the game. Pedroia had hit a grounder to Astros shortstop Marwin Gonzalez, who flipped it to Altuve to get the first out before turning and throwing out Pedroia at first.
"Once again, we built a great opportunity for ourselves with a couple guys on, and unfortunately as we did in the fifth, in the ninth inning we roll into a double play that keeps us cashing in on any opportunities," said Farrell.
"I was talking to the second-base umpire and I asked him what he thought, and he said he wasn't looking," Houston reliever Chad Qualls said. "I was like, 'What do you mean you weren't looking?' He was like, 'I was calling the guy out at second.' I said, 'Oh yeah, that's a pretty good excuse.' Once I saw the replay, I felt confident they couldn't overturn that." The play resulted in the Astros' win and the Red Sox three game winning streak to come to an end. Farrell has challenged 20 calls so far this year, and is 11-for-20 in getting them overturned.
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Missoula airport expanding to handle increased flights
MISSOULA, Mont. - A construction worker steps through a temporary plywood door and into the administration office of the Missoula International Airport. It's one of the many temporary blemishes in the airport's decor as crews hurry to finish renovations before the peak traveling months in summer.
The restrooms are doubling in size. A hangar has been demolished to make way for a parking lot. An outdoor deck, projected from jet blast by glass, will allow passengers to catch some sunshine while sipping a cool drink.
Airport officials hope that these projects can be completed by the beginning of July.
It's the start of what promises to be a busy summer at the airport. New seats will be available this season.
Airport Director Cris Jensen says to expect more flights, bigger planes and longer security lines. Jensen says to show up 2 hours before your flight leaves so you can make it through the security lines in time.
A big part of the airport's new flights will be from Frontier Airlines, which will begin service to Denver on June 13. Community leaders tout Frontier's arrival as part of a solution to the high cost of flying out of Missoula.
Patrick Barkey, director of the University of Montana's Bureau of Business and Economic Research, has a more conservative view. He puts more emphasis on the idea that extra competition from Frontier in the Missoula market would most likely keep fares from increasing. He does say a decrease in overall fares is possible.
It's a delicate balance. If flights are full, there's no reason to lower prices. If there are too many empty seats, the airline removes those flights from its schedule. Jensen describes it as "use it or lose it."
The best prices, however, come with just enough empty seats that airlines offer discounts, but generate enough business to keep the flights coming.
Other factors come into play besides price. For a round trip flight from June 26 to June 29 between Missoula and Denver, Alaska Airlines is cheapest. Frontier offers a lower price for the same route, but with fewer flights offered, passengers would be forced to fly out on June 27 and return on June 30.
What if the prices at the closest airport are still too high for your taste? Sometimes nearby airports have lower prices, but parking can cost you up to $70 a week, not to mention the cost of gas.
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Charges could come as early as Monday for a suspect arrested in connection with the killing of a Maplewood police officer over the weekend. Police are still investigating what led to the shooting.
Joshua Martin, 21, of St. Paul, is being held at the Ramsey County jail, where he's been since police found him at the end of a six hour manhunt on Saturday.
He's likely to be arraigned in Ramsey County District Court on formal criminal charges as early as today.
Authorities haven't said for sure what those will be, but state law calls for first-degree murder charges and an automatic life sentence for anyone who causes the death of a police officer or a prison guard in Minnesota.
Police say several people who had contact with Martin on Saturday are also being investigated for helping him evade capture. They could also face criminal charges in the case.
A makeshift shrine now occupies the corner where Maplewood Police Sgt. Joseph Bergeron was ambushed and shot to death Saturday. People visited throughout the day to lay flowers in front of a white cross, painted with the words "God bless you Joe."
Doug Herrala and his brother came all the way from Champlin, even though they didn't know Sgt. Bergeron personally.
"Just to say we appreciate you Joe. You are going to be missed, and thanks for everything you've done," said Herrala.
The brothers added a brown stuffed bear to the memorial in honor of Sgt. Bergeron's family.
Neighborhood resident Becky Sorenson and her daughter brought flowers.
"I had to put something. The kids don't have a dad anymore," said Sorenson. "It's really sad when you lose somebody close to you."
Sgt. Bergeron leaves behind a wife and two daughters.
On Sunday, police released more details about the shooting and the subsequent manhunt across the city that left one shooting suspect dead and another in jail.
They identified the St. Paul police officer who fatally shot the suspect as David Longbehn.
Longbehn, a 26-year veteran of the force, is on paid leave after a savage beating a few hours after officer Bergeron was killed.
Police say Longbehn was guarding a checkpoint when Jason Jones, 21, of St. Paul emerged from the woods and hit him repeatedly in the face with a blunt metal object.
St Paul Police Chief John Harrington says officer Longbehn bravely fought for his life before managing to shoot and kill Jones.
"He's got a broken nose, he's got a broken septum. It looks like he has a hairline fracture in the face and some other head injuries," said Harrington. "He was literally described by the officers that saw him shortly after the beating as having been being beaten so badly that both of his eyes were swollen shut."
Officer Longbehn joined the force in 1984 and has worked with the St. Paul police canine unit for the last eight years.
Police officials have not yet identified which suspect fired the shot that killed Sgt. Bergeron.
Chief Harrington says police are questioning Martin and witnesses to determine what led to the day of mayhem.
"We'll find out what was his mindset. He has not been completely uncooperative," said Harrington. "At some point he may well give us some hints as to what his mindset was. We obviously won't know what the mindset of his partner was. No one will ever know that answer definitively, but I think we'll probably have a clearer sense before the trial and before this process is completed."
Martin fled after the shooting and eluded police for several hours. The trail ultimately led police back to St. Paul's east side. That's where Martin barricaded himself inside an apartment building, threatening to kill himself and go down shooting.
After a standoff, negotiators convinced Martin to surrender and he was taken into custody. He is now in the Ramsey County Jail.
Officials say both Martin and Jones had criminal histories which included armed robbery. Both have served prison time.
Jones, the suspect who was killed by police, had just been released from state prison in St. Cloud about a month ago. He served three years on an aggravated robbery charge.
Chief Harrington says officer Longbehn is fortunate to have survived the assault.
"We are very, very blessed that this didn't end in a different way," he said.
Harrington said police recovered a .380-caliber semi-automatic pistol Saturday. They're still working to determine if it was the same gun used to kill Sgt. Bergeron. Investigators have not ruled out the possibility that there was a second gun involved.
Homicide investigators met Sunday with prosecutors from the Ramsey County attorney's Office to discuss the case against Martin, who could be charged as early as Monday.
(MPR reporter Tim Nelson contributed to this report.)


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oooohh a new Robert Crais book. If you haven't read any of his books before I think you will love it. I have read several of his and will have to go and check out this new one. The Twisters are really neat tools. What fun gifts.
Vinton, Virginia
thanks for the Christmas card. It arrived today.
Got mine too Thea, thanks for the cute card and for hosting the SS. And thanks for jumping right back in the fire again for next year.
We have a discussion going on over in Swaps about a 2013 Group for the Secret Santa Program and I have asked Admin to open a Group Called Christmas All Year Long. We are going to have a project each month that we will teach to help you make quilty gifts for the Christmas season. We have many ideas about the Group and what we want the 2013 SS program to become - so for now - any ideas you have can be posted in the Swap Group thread and shortly in our own Christmas Group. I am looking for an Icon for the Group so anyone with any ideas - let me know...
WE had a total success in the Program this year - Everyone that signed up to participate did - and I think that is absolutely wonderful - you all did such a great job. I hope that by having a Christmas Group for next year that we might be able to make this Program even greater.
Christmas is a great season and we become so giving but it can be frustrating to as we try to do so much - I hope to help take some of the frustrations away by helping to have Christmas all year long...I hope you will agree and come join my new Group when Mandy has it set - I have to find that Icon...teehee...
Merry Christmas. I am happy that those in the states are getting their cards - for those overseas - alas - your cards are setting here - I think I'll just put 3 stamps on each one and send them from the house as I don't seem to be able to get to the USPO... My body has been hating me quite a bit... arthritis is absolutely no fun.
We are still here though - the world has not ended...teeheee...
Dont worry about my Christmas card you just leave it sitting there, get yourself better, Thank you so much for hosting this This Year and being Crazy enough to do it again next year.
I cant wait for the new group, i think its going to be so much fun.
Thanks to everyone for being such a great group for me to have my first SS with.
lots of love
I also want to thank Thea for hosting this group. This was my first time doing a Secret Santa and I thoroughly enjoyed participating and watching everyone opening their gifts. This was a special group. Hope everyone has a great Christmas.
Thea, You deserved a standing ovation!! Stand up and clap for Thea, ladies. CAN YOU HEAR THE CLAPPING, THEA?
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Thea, You deserved a standing ovation!! Stand up and clap for Thea, ladies. CAN YOU HEAR THE CLAPPING, THEA?
Im clapping really loudly so you can hear me all the way over there:)
Here are my goodies from Linda. Thanks so much, can't wait to make some star blocks form the book you fixed up.
Here are my goodies from Linda. Thanks so much, can't wait to make some star blocks form the book you fixed up.
Amber it was so much fun especially when I found out you liked snowmen too, And star blocks are one of my favorites. I have an unending supply of star block patterns. I would still be copying if I gave them all to you. I hope you enjoy everything as much as I enjoyed making it all. Many hugs and have a very Merry Christmas!
I agree. I can't believe the amount of work you have done on the swaps and SS. You are the best, I'm clapping, standing ovation and cheering for you. I don't know how you do it with your arthritis. Take care of yourself.
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OMG! ALTHEA, your generosity left me near speechless. With much love to you, I cannot find better words than THANK YOU. Ms Thea sent this box under strict request to let it be, I must say DH and I are both overwhelmed. When Michael sent a pic of the box unloaded I could not believe my eyes, today after returning from Mother's I opened every package as if gifted from Jesus for His Birthday. a handmade hat, sooo soft, frixion pen, hot chocolate mix, candy canes , Ritz's PB sandwich crackers (snacking on these now), oh and the patterns, fabric FQ collection, threads, stocking kit, snowman and snowflake kits, swatch buddy, a light for me to read by, needed this my cataract is making reading harder by the day, a Scents buddy, POKI I've never seen these, so cute, a day calendar & a snowman pin. Bless you sweet woman! I am positive that God is Blessing you right now, His gifts to you will outnumber your gifts to all of us. Blessed Christmas greetings to all
Merry Christmas Caryl Ann- enjoy please!
Thea I just got your wonderful Christmas card yesterday. Thank you so much for being so thoughtful!
ALSO, THANK YOU FOR HOSTING SECRET SANTA 2012. I believe it was. Complete success! I had so much fun finding special things for my giftee and received such beautiful things in return from my SS. It was magical like Christmas should be. So thanks again for everything you have done Thea.
Angèle from NWO
For everyone I'm so happy you all enjoyed the SS exchange. Thea did a great job on this for this year. I'm looking foward to the new group starting so we can start our gifts for next year. This is going to be alot of fun. I hope everyone has A Merry Christmas and a wonderful New year. Barbara
I got your really sweet Christmas card. Thank you for thinking of me.


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WASHINGTON – Hit with a growing injury list and a short week of rest, Real Salt Lake knew the going would be tough on Saturday night in a venue where the defending MLS Cup champs have never won. And RSL's winless skid at RFK Stadium continued on Saturday as they battled D.C. United to a 0-0 draw, which also ended a five-game winning streak.
The match concluded a week-long stay in the nation's capital, a stretch that included a U.S. Open Cup play-in match, a humanitarian endeavor with Nothing But Nets, and a visit with U.S. President Barack Obama at the White House.
At the end of it all, a point was an acceptable result – particularly the shutout that came with it.
"I think [the result] feels like what it was – which was a draw. But a well earned, hard fought for draw," Head Coach Jason Kreis said. "Probably the most important thing that comes out of that for us is a shutout, because we've been stressing it for every match for the past four or five games."
The result came on a humid and muggy night in DC, with a kickoff temperature hovering around 90 degrees. RSL managed to hang on to a point at the final whistle, despite being forced to suit up and start a number of players who had gone extended minutes during the extra time Open Cup loss on Wednesday.
With Kyle Beckerman, Chris Wingert and Nelson Gonzalez all missing through injury, and Robbie Findley in South Africa with the US National Team, players like Will Johnson, Nat Borchers, Robbie Russell and Tony Beltran were once again back in the starting lineup after going 120 minutes on Wednesday in a 2-1 loss in the U.S. Open Cup play-in game.
Perhaps the biggest factor, however, was the humidity, hanging over the match from the very start, reducing action to a sluggish, back-and-forth affair over 90 minutes. The weather was a sharp contrast to what Salt Lake City has to offer and the elements tested RSL for the first time this season.
"We come from a very dry place that has had a very, very cool spring," Kreis said. "This is the first time we've been in the humidity and the first time we've been in any kind of heat. I know it's a transition, it takes time."
The heat on the field took its toll as the game played out and both sides struggled to properly adjust to the conditions. Play would sometimes stall in the midfield and players would take advantage of stoppages to hydrate.
"This humidity definitely takes a toll on you no matter how much you prepare, and it showed a little bit in our game," goalkeeper Nick Rimando said. "But again, we fought through it, and somehow figured out to get a point."
The freshness of Rimando and defender Jamison Olave – both rested in midweek – helped keep D.C. United off the score sheet, a confidence builder ahead of Wednesday night's marquee matchup against league-leading Los Angeles.
"We needed a shutout," Rimando said. "Our defense is playing well this whole season, and we've still been giving up that late goal, and today we got zero. It feels good."
While the shutout may have satisfied some, midfielder Will Johnson still thought three points were there for the taking.
"It's been a tough couple days," Johnson said. "Playing 120 [minutes], all the shenanigans at the White House, being on our feet all day yesterday. There's no doubt that I think we weren't quite as sharp breaking them down. I'm not disappointed, not overly excited."


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LONDON Texas Instruments Inc. (Dallas, Texas) is offering a qualification kit to allow customers to demonstrate that software compiled for its Hercules Cortex-R4 based microcontrollers meets functional safety standards such as IEC 61508 and ISO 26262.
These standards also require that tools used in system development are checked against the possibility that they could introduce errors and unintended safety issues.
The SafeTI Compiler Qualification Kit includes a document from third-party safety consultant TUV Nord that states: "The requirements of ISO 26262 Part 8, Chapter 11 on classification and qualification of software tools as well as the requirements of IEC 61508 Part 3, Chapter 7.4.4 on the tool validation can be sufficiently fulfilled by applying the qualification kit."
The kit is based on a software qualification method developed by consulting company Validas AG (Munich, Germany) and includes the SuperTest qualification software from Associated Compiler Experts BV (Amsterdam, The Netherlands). The kit also includes verified and validated test cases for selected TI ARM compiler features; a test automation framework to run the test in the user's environment on target hardware and up to 24 hours of Validas consulting for general support, model-extensions, coverage comparison and result and documentation review support.
A single-project license is $15,000 and a multi-project license is $25,000, according to documentation at TI's website.
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Von Gierke disease is a condition in which the body cannot break down glycogen for energy. Gycogen is stored in the liver and muscles and is normally broken down into glucose when you do not eat.
Von Gierke disease is also called Type I glycogen storage disease (GSD I).
Type I glycogen storage disease
Von Gierke disease occurs when the body lacks the protein (enzyme) that releases glucose from glycogen. This causes abnormal amounts of glycogen to build up in certain tissues. When glycogen is not broken down properly, it leads to low blood sugar.
Von Gierke disease is inherited, which means it is passed down through families. If both parents carry the defective gene related to this condition, each of their children has a 25% chance of developing the disease.
The health care provider will perform a physical exam.
There may be signs of:
Children with this condition are usually diagnosed before age 1.
Tests that may be done include:
Testing reveals low blood sugar and high levels of lactate, lipids, and uric acid.
The goal of treatment is to avoid low blood sugar. Eat frequently during the day, especially foods that contain carbohydrates (starches). Older children and adults may take cornstarch by mouth.
Overnight, a feeding tube is placed through the nose into the stomach to provide sugars or uncooked cornstarch. The tube can be put in at bedtime and taken out each morning.
A medication called allopurinol can lower blood uric acid and decrease the risk for gout. Other medications may include those for kidney disease, high lipids, and to increase the cells that fight infection.
Persons with von Gierke disease cannot properly break down fruit or milk sugar. It is best to avoid these products.
Association for Glycogen Storage Disease -- www.agsdus.org
Since treatments have been developed, growth, puberty, and quality of life have improved for people with von Gierke disease. Those who are identified and carefully treated at a young age can live into adulthood.
Early treatment also decreases the rate of severe problems such as:
Call your health care provider if you have a family history of glycogen storage disease or early infant death due to low blood sugar.
There is no simple way to prevent glycogen storage disease.
Couples who wish to have a baby may seek genetic counseling and testing to determine their risk for passing on von Gierke disease.
Smit GPA, Rake JP, Akman HO, DiMauro S. The glycogen storage diseases and related disorders. In: Fernandes J, Saudubray JM, Berghe G, Walter JH, eds. Inborn Metabolic Diseases: Diagnosis and Treatment. New York, NY:Springer;2006:chap 6.
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Teahen enjoys chance to chat
Versatile Royals outfielder talks fashion, charity and role
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kaisermark: Who's the toughest pitcher you've faced in the Majors and why was he so tough?
Teahen: The toughest pitcher I've faced is CC Sabathia because he is a huge lefty who throws inside and has a tough slider.
dennyfan: Hey, Mark -- Happy New Year! Heard you on the radio the other morning promoting your upcoming fashion show on Friday. Can you share any more details about the event?
Teahen: The fashion show is this Friday to benefit Challenger Sports, helping children with special needs. It will be the chance of the winter to see a few Royals players. There are still tickets available on www.challengeyourfashion.com. The event starts at 6 p.m. [CT] on Jan. 9 at the Kansas City Convention Center.
arbrown24: What are your goals for the upcoming season?
Teahen: Just to settle in at whatever position or positions the team needs me to, to continue to improve my consistency with my offensive production.
boomer84: How tough is it to play third base one day and outfield the next?
Teahen: It's tough at times because I have to work on different positions on different days and I'm always fine tuning one or the other. All in all, though, it is fun to play a couple of positions.
royals1414: Besides Kauffman, what is your favorite stadium to play in?
Teahen: Definitely Fenway Park because of the history and the atmosphere. It seems as if every fan is into every pitch.
Thanatos: What was your reaction to the trade rumors about you and the Cubs?
Teahen: I wasn't shocked, but at the same time I'm happy being a Royal. I guess it is good to know other teams have interest, but ultimately I'm here to help the Royals make the playoffs.
dnjhill: Do you like living in Kansas City? If so, what do you like the most about KC?
Teahen: I do like living in KC, and I like the fact that it is a big city that has a hometown feel. Also, people are passionate about their sports.
kaisermark: What is your favorite barbeque in KC?
Teahen: I try to enjoy them all ... Arthur Bryant's, Gates, LC's and Oklahoma Joe's, to name a few.
scout01: What are you doing this offseason to stay in shape and get ready for the 2009 season?
Teahen: I am doing standard weightlifting, agility work and cardio. I'm trying to get as healthy and strong as possible to start the new season. I'm mixing in some yoga to increase my flexibility as well.
kilsey: Do you play fantasy baseball? And if so, do you try to draft/acquire yourself for that team?
Teahen: I don't play fantasy baseball anymore. I used to in high school, but I think there may be a rule against Major League players participating -- but I'm sure my team would be loaded with Royals if I did play.
labsorhors: What is your typical schedule for an evening game?
Teahen: I usually get to the field around 2 p.m. and then get something to eat, a possible workout in. Unfortunately, a lot of days I go to the training room after that to make sure I'm ready for the game and then head out for batting practice. I try to relax a little before the game and then go play.
kaisermark: What did you like best about your time at St. Mary's College? Why did you choose to go there?
Teahen: I chose to go there because it was a small school, but it was Division I and the campus is beautiful. My favorite thing about the school was becoming a part of the school there and all of the people affiliated with it.
dougkc: Do you play any other sports recreationally?
Teahen: I'm not really allowed to play any other sports recreationally, but with my friends/brothers I try to dabble in as many as I can.
royalfyre: How many inside-the-park home runs do you plan on hitting this season?
Teahen: At least 3 or 4. I've been working on my speed.
Thanatos: Which historical player do you want to play like the most?
Teahen: I would say George Brett and Craig Biggio. Someone who is not afraid to get dirty when they play.
lbp2: Mark, I'm going to be in Phoenix for a few games in March. I need a couple of recommendations for can't-miss restaurants and golf courses.
Teahen: If you are out in the west side of Phoenix, I would recommend the steakhouse at the Wigwam Resort and its gold course for golf. If you are more towards Scottsdale, Don and Charlie's is a great restaurant with a lot of memorabilia and any Troon course.
arbrown24: What is your most memorable baseball game/moment?
Teahen: It would have to be my first game in the big leagues on Opening Day vs. Detroit in 2005. I went 0-for-3 with an error, but my family was all there to watch me at my first big league game and it was great.
bex311: Will we be seeing more of the Mark Teahen Show on the Royals Insider this season?
Teahen: Yes, I believe we will, and hopefully all the new players have some personality.
Thanatos: What charity do you generally work with and why?
Teahen: Challenger Sports is the one I most closely work with through the YMCA. I've been a part of the program for about three years now. It's my charity of choice because I've been involved in seeing how much pleasure these kids get from simply being allowed the opportunity to play all the games while we were growing up. Please visit www.challengeyourfashion.com for more information on both the program and the event.
labsorhors: Have you seen John Buck this offseason? I am wondering if his hair has grown completely back in.
Teahen: Yes, and his hair has grown back even more than before. He is sure to defend his title as best hair in the big leagues.
BigChrs2009: Do you watch Chiefs football or any other sport during the offseason?
Teahen: I do watch Chiefs football and watch them when I can. My true passion, though, is Arizona Cardinals football. I go to every game I can, and I was there last Saturday when they won their first playoff game, waving my towel with all the other fans.
labsorhors: Other than Billy Butler, who is the worst dresser on the team? Other than you, who is the best dresser?
Teahen: Everybody puts quite a bit of effort in, but Ryan Shealy could use quite a bit of work so he is coming to the fashion show on Friday. I'm not sure I could be in the best dressed category, so I'd have to give David DeJesus that title.
dgambill: Who are you pulling for in Thursday's NCAA BCS title game?
Teahen: I'm pulling for the Florida Gators because Shealy went there. None of my good friends are former Sooners.
boomer84: What young Royals player do you think has the brightest future?
Teahen: Even though Zack Greinke has been around for awhile, I think his future is limitless. Joakim Soria can, of course, also be in that category.
kilsey: Do you think you've got a lot of untapped potential you've yet to realize? How do you project yourself?
Teahen: I don't feel as if I've reached my potential in most aspects of the game. Through hard work I plan to continually improve. At this point in my career, I've shown sparks of what I can do but I haven't shown it on a full, consistent basis.
cmartin88: What type of role do you feel that you will play with the Royals during the 2009 season?
Teahen: At this point with the way the roster is, it looks as if I'll be a guy that plays numerous positions. Whether it be somewhere in the outfield or in the infield. I expect to play every day and be a productive part of the offense, but defensively, at least at this point, it looks as if I'll be shifting around.
dennyfan: Do you credit anyone specifically with your making it to the big leagues? A coach, scout or teammate?
Teahen: I credit my dad for teaching me the skills as well as the approach to be successful in the game of baseball. He continues to be one of my best coaches as he knows my swing better and playing ability better than everyone else.
BigChrs2009: Are you ready for Spring Training to begin?
Teahen: I'm enjoying my offseason and preparing for Spring Training. I will be more than ready for it to be here when it comes. Because I'm playing in the World Baseball Classic for Canada, my Spring Training will start a little earlier this year. I believe our first game is March 7.
cjhksu: So who wins the foot race: you, DeJesus, Coco Crisp or Mitch Maier?
Teahen: I would think Coco would win, and I think I could eek out a second place. We'll have to run the race and let you know.
MarkTeahenFanForEver: Mr. Teahen, will you be at the 2009 Royals FanFest?
Teahen: Last year was a lot of fun, and I'm looking forward to participating again this year. I think it is great for fans and for the team. This year FanFest is Saturday, Jan. 17, and Sunday, Jan. 18, at the Overland Park Convention Center.
BigChrs2009: What do you think about what they have done to the stadium?
Teahen: I've been by the stadium a few times this winter, and it's amazing how many changes have occurred. I think they've done a great job of keeping the traditional look with the fountains but still updating the entire facility to increase the fans' enjoyment.
powdrblues: What is your No. 1 personal goal for next season?
Teahen: Personally, my biggest goal is to help the team make the playoffs.
eegarrett: What are some good practical jokes that have gone on in the dugout/lockerroom?
Teahen: The bubble-gum-bubble-on-the-hat is always a good prank. Last year Butler had one of the biggest bubbles I've ever seen on his hat for a couple of innings. There are always practical jokes going on, but that might have been the top one from last year.
chawk23: Do you play any video games and if so which ones?
Teahen: I enjoy playing Madden and NCAA Football on my outdated PS2. I've also added Wii Fit to my offseason regime.
kevinsmith: Are any of your teammates going to make it to the fashion show? Are there still tickets left?
Teahen: Yes, in attendance will be Shealy, Alex Gordon, DeJesus, Mike Aviles, Kyle Davies, Maier, Greinke and myself, along with a few alumni including Joe Randa. Yes, there are still tickets available. Visit www.challengeyourfashion.com for tickets.
powdrblues: When you were little, did you always dream of being a baseball player or was there something else that interested you?
Teahen: Being a baseball player has always been my dream. I was raised in a family that centered around baseball. Other than that, both of my parents were teachers, so that might be where I would be if I wasn't playing ball.
mykcroyals: What position will you be playing for Canada?
Teahen: I may be mixing positions a little bit, but they told me they they'll mainly be using me for third base. My dad played for the Canadian team when he was younger, so I'm really looking forward to continuing that legacy in playing for them as well.
royalsksu: Have you had the opportunity to meet any legendary big leaguers?
Teahen: George Brett is around during Spring Training and a few games during the year. I went to college with Ryne Sandberg's stepson ,so I got to meet him. Just playing you get to meet a lot of the guys you read about or grew up watching, so that is a really fun part of the job.
eegarrett: Mustard, ketchup or relish?
Teahen: My money is on relish.
BigChrs2009: How many bases do you plan on stealing this season?
Teahen: I hope to get my stolen-base total up next year. Maybe with a tip or two from Coco, I can get mine near 20.
doxadad: Are you going to a part of the Royals Caravan this year?
Teahen: I'm not sure I'll make it this year, but I've done it for the past three years and it is always fun to get out to meet the fans. The Caravan starts in mid-January surrounding FanFest and will visit several communities, so be sure to look out for more details soon.
jessica24: I know you like to make up some interesting nicknames for teammates, but have they come up with any for you?
Teahen: They are still working on one for me. Anything that starts with "T"...T-bone, T-money, T-cup ... T-grip, too. We'll see if any of them stick this season.
royalfyre: Other than Brian Bannister, which teammate do you consider the biggest student of the game?
Teahen: I would have to say John Buck. He runs all the pitchers' meetings and spends hours watching tape. He plans all the pitches our pitchers will throw to each batter they face. I've seen John really improve, as is evident with our improvement on the mound last year.
Teahen: Thanks for all the great questions so far. I have time for just a few more.
royalsksu: Do you ever sneak a peek of a play you made on CrownVision?
Teahen: Yeah, it is hard not to see some of those replays. More often than not, the play looks better and clearer on the video board than on the field.
labsorhors_2: What determines your preference on how you slide, meaning I have seen you slide both headfirst and feetfirst these past few years?
Teahen: The play really dictates which way I slide. When I slide headfirst, it is more to avoid a tag. Safety-wise, I'd rather slide feetfirst.
doxadad: Has Sluggerrr ever let you operate the "Hot Dog" gun?
Teahen: No, Sluggerrr is very protective of his toys.
labsorhors_2: Regarding fan mail, how much do you get? Does every player have their own box that it gets put in; do you ever get a chance to respond to any of it?
Teahen: Yes, every player has their own box. Probably in one year, you get one completely full large box. Outside of signing cards and returning them, it is difficult to respond to all of them. Personally I do open up each piece of mail. I appreciate all the support, so thank you.
MarkTeahenFanForEver: Mark, good luck on the 2009 season! Do the fans play an important role in how you play, or do you just block out the crowd and play baseball?
Teahen: During a game it is important to focus on the game, but all players really do feed off the crowd and their energy, so it is great to play at home in front of a large crowd. Atmosphere definitely plays a part in the way the game is played.
royalfyre: What do you consider your role to be in the clubhouse? Vocal leader or lead by example?
Teahen: I'm definitely a guy who leads more by example. As I continue to gain time in the game, I find myself being more vocal as well.
Teahen: Thanks for all the questions, I really enjoyed them. My apologies for not getting to all of them. I look forward to seeing everyone this Friday at the fashion show at the Kansas City Convention Center. Otherwise, I hope to see everyone out at FanFest on Jan. 17-18. It should be a great time. Thanks again!
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Discussion in 'Fan Productions' started by JimTheBuilder, Dec 18, 2011.
I agree, very well done!
Very nice!
Thanks, guys. Appreciate it.
Here's a link to the Ajax rehearsal directly on you tube. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lS6Mj9U8lNI
Yeah, I added a link to that rehearsal footage from your dedicated paragraph at Star Trek Reviewed. I thought anyone monitoring you from my website would enjoy that.
THANK YOU, Barbara! Very much appreciated!
(Many more, much better things to come from us)
Hey guys. Great work and thanks for providing a glimpse into Starship Ajax. And my compliments on restoring the Exter bridge! It's looking great so far and it's really nice to see it coming to life once again.
One mild criticism though: the exchange between the helmsman and Captain in which the helmsman says "May I remind the Captain that the landing party is expendable at this point!" seemed way off the mark to me. I felt it bordered on insubordinate to the point where the guy should have been relieved and sent to his quarters. I have no military experience, but I can't imagine speaking to my boss - let alone my commanding officer - in such a tone. It didn't strike me as believable either. He may not personally know the members of the landing party, but to pipe up and let everyone know how little he values their lives just seemed...off. Definitely not the type of officer I would want to serve with. Lastly, dialogue like "not on my watch" just screams fan film to me. I'm not sure what the writer's motivation for including that line is, but I believe the audience will base their view of the characters more on the characters actions than on their words. We don't need dialogue to tell us that the Captain is an honorable guy because we will see that in how he commands. I realize it's a work in progress and the actors are just getting to know their characters at this point. I just wanted to share my thoughts.
Nitpicking aside, kudos to everyone involved and I'm excited to see more!
Next update is up at: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ek3CsTVIF0E
I felt the same way. The Helmsman was too quick to dismiss the lives of his fellow crewmates just to save his own skin. That's the way it appeared to me.
Of course, that could be by design, maybe the writers were trying to convey the notion that the crew of the Saladin class ships weren't "Constitution class" material just yet. Some of them were young, inexperienced with faults that would change over time, eventually molding them into better officers. Some may make it, some won't. I guess it would be sort of a weeding out process, where those that proved themselves would get re-assigned to Constitution class ships and those that didn't make it would end up pulling cargo duty.
I would compare the Helmsman of the Ajax to Bailey from the TOS episode "Corbomite Maneuver" - he clearly wasn't ready to be a bridge officer so Kirk suggested he spend time on the Fesarius, with the hope that Bailey would learn from that experience and become a better officer.
Great job, thanks for posting.
Updated my blog with all the new stuff. Added links to the forum (here, trekbbs), homepage, Facebook, and such to the sidebar.
You guys and gals are doing an excellent job and the project really seems to be picking up speed. And the videos your posting Michael are fantastic. Anything I can do just let me know.
Thank you very much. We all appreciate your coverage.
Thank you, Moby!
Absolutely. You guys and gals are doing the hard part. I was genuinely surprised just how far along you all have brought this thing just in the short time I've even been aware of it.
Again, just hope I can do more.
I want one of those models!
Our local newspaper: The Daily Oklahoman,
posted an article on our project...
(Please forgive some of the inaccuracies in
the report. We did give them correct information
during the interviews)
And a continuation of that article...
Those kinds of errors are just something you have to live with. When we invite the media into our productions, we have to remember they bring their own agendas, misconceptions and shortcomings. The bottom line for you is that I think the articles will be helpful in spreading the word locally and the errors in the story (which I didn't catch) while regrettable, shouldn't do any real harm. When it comes to press coverage we sometimes have to take the good with the bad and it looks to me like there's a lot more "good" here than "bad". Keep going!
And now another article in our local
Oklahoma Gazette... short & sweet!
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I have a maths problem.
My program is rendering a sine wave of the form:
y = oy + (ay * SIN(ax * x))
So in ASCII art it looks like :
Here's my problem. I want to calculate the path length of the wave. Furthermore, I want to calculate the path length traversed from starting point (0, 0) to some point on the x axis.Code:
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In otherwords, if we draw the axes on the ground using inches as our dimensions. Then laid out a piece of string in the shape of the sine wave. How long does the string need to be to reach a distince x along the x-axis from the origin?
I believe this problem is solvable with cantenary equations, but my maths is upto scratch with these.
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MORE RIVALS/VTO SPORTS: Full coverage
CHARLOTTE, N.C. - More than 150 athletes from North Carolina and the surrounding states competed Sunday in the Rivals.com/VTO Sports Elite 100 at Mallard Creek High School. To wrap up several days of coverage, here is the "best of" list from Rivals.com analyst Keith Niebuhr:
Fastest player
Gary Gore, RB, Mount Holly (N.C.) East Gaston
A player with no offers at this point, Gore scorched the rest of an impressive field in the 40-yard dash with a time of 4.43 seconds. The next best time of 4.47 seconds was registered by running back Devonte Moore of Lexington (N.C.) North Davidson.
Strongest player
Michael Senn, OL, Orchard Park (N.Y.)
Senn is a promising offensive guard with a stout frame and physical nature. He's also incredibly strong. This was evident in one-on-ones, and also in testing. On the bench, Senn lifted 185 pounds a ridiculous 44 times. Nobody else even came close to matching him.
Most versatile running back
John Brown, RB, Durham (N.C.) Jordan
Quite frankly, running back wasn't the strongest position at the camp, but Brown was solid and we'll give him the nod here. Although he didn't run the 40, he showed good speed later in positional drills and one-on-ones. He's also strong and very athletic, has excellent one-cut ability and caught the ball cleanly throughout the event.
Most impressive linebacker
Peter Kalambayi, LB, Matthews (N.C.) Butler
Kalambayi is still a little bit raw, but he's a top-100 national recruit for a reason. Simply put, he's an exceptional athlete with terrific range. He's fast, he's strong, he's athletic and he's fluid. Although he would like to be a pass rusher in college, Kalambayi did well in coverage Sunday, when he showed the ability to stick with running backs and tight ends all afternoon in one-on-ones.
Best hands
Braxton Berrios, WR, Raleigh (N.C.) Leesville Road, 2014
Berrios didn't drop a thing Sunday. And he made every type of catch. If the ball was thrown to him on a shorter route, he looked it in and secured it with ease. On longer routes, he pursued the ball and made one sensational grab after the other. Berrios' ball skills are up there with the best in his class. Uriah LeMay of Matthews (N.C.) Butler was a close second.
Best feet
Bryon Fields, CB, Charlotte (N.C.) Providence Day
This is someone whose brain and feet were in perfect sync all afternoon. Fields wasn't well known when the day began but left the event having arguably been the best cornerback on hand. And a lot of his success had to do with his terrific footwork. Matched up against the best receivers on hand several times, he blanketed those players throughout one-on-ones.
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Best arm
Will Grier, QB, Davidson (N.C.) Davidson Day, 2014
Grier is a talented young quarterback who did many things well Sunday. He possesses a quick, compact release and that allows him to consistently spin the ball well. His arm strength is above average, and he can make just about every throw well. Grier knows when to drill it in there, and when to give it a little touch. He was especially impressive with his accuracy on deeper, downfield passes.
Best WR/DB matchup
Desmond Lawrence, S, Charlotte (N.C.) Christian Day vs. the Field
Lawrence continually squared off against the best receivers and just about each time produced an exciting battle. More than once, he was so physical at the line of scrimmage his man never even got into his route. That strong, aggressive nature made him quite entertaining to watch.
Most physical offensive lineman
Tevin Lawshe, OL, Charlotte (N.C.) Mallard Creek, Michael Senn, OL, Orchard Park (N.Y.) and Mike Sutton, OL, Cary (N.C.) Panther Creek
All three are strong, physical, hard-working players who had their moments against an outstanding group of defensive linemen. Senn and Sutton are maulers with solid bases. Lawshe's physicality is derived both from natural strength and sound technique.
Most complete defensive lineman
Tyquan Lewis, DE, Tarboro, N.C.
The 6-3, 223-pound Lewis had an outstanding day, which wasn't the least bit surprising. He's really an outstanding prospect at end and seems to have an extremely high ceiling. He's quick off the snap. He's explosive. He redirects in a flash. He uses his arms well. And he possesses some outstanding spin moves. Lewis was a lot for opposing offensive linemen to handle, to say the least. Not far behind was end Lewis Neal of Wilson (N.C.) Hunt.
Best OL/DL matchup
Michael Senn, OL, Orchard Park (N.Y.) vs. Tyquan Lewis, DE, Tarboro, N.C.
This was strength versus quickness and the latter had the most success. Although Senn is a very good player who is incredibly strong, he had difficulty (as did everyone else) with Lewis' quickness off the ball. On one rep, Lewis started outside, quickly redirected and was off to the target before Senn had properly reacted. On another, Lewis went outside and used his left arm to keep Senn off his body.
Best play
Braxton Berrios, WR, Raleigh (N.C.) Leesville Road, 2014
Quite honestly, several from Berrios could have topped the list. For us, the one that stood out was the reception he made on a hitch-and-go route down the left sideline. While the ball was in the air, a catch didn't seem likely. But after spotting it, Berrios rapidly accelerated then made a diving grab. He was remarkably focused and poised on the play.
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When did medicines become essential?
Jeremy A Greene a
a. Harvard University, Department of the History of Science, 1 Oxford Street, Cambridge, MA, 02138, United States of America.
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Bulletin of the World Health Organization 2010;88:483-483. doi: 10.2471/BLT.10.079970
Expanding access to essential medicines has become one of the most visible challenges of global health delivery. Only a half-century ago, however, the role of medicines in international public health was far less obvious. Indeed, the original 1946 Constitution of the World Health Organization (WHO) barely mentioned medicines.1 How did access to drugs assume such a central role within global health efforts?
The answer is not simply that the drugs of today work better than those of the mid-20th century. When Halfdan Mahler warned the 1975 World Health Assembly of the "urgent need to ensure that most essential drugs are available at a reasonable price",2 his words spoke to the changing social and political realities of world health as much as any material shift in epidemiology or therapeutics. Essential drugs depicted a shift in WHO's therapeutic priorities from standard-setting towards the business of "getting drugs into bodies".3 When, in 1977, WHO published a list of 186 "essential drugs" defined as "basic, indispensible and necessary for the health of the populations",4 this simple act of list-making shifted a set of commodities from the private sphere into a public health commons, and reopened older debates on the relationship between international health and trade that dated back to the original 1948 World Health Assembly. Delegations who had then wished to see WHO "provide essential medical supplies…to countries which do not produce these commodities" were opposed by others insisting that medicines, "like other commodities, should now be obtained through the normal peacetime economic machinery".5,6 Until the mid-1970s, WHO had compromised, working actively to ensure the supply of a few drugs such as chloroquine, penicillin and streptomycin that were linked to vertical campaigns while leaving the remaining pharmacopoeia to the laws of the market.
By the mid 1970s, however, a new majority of decolonized countries called upon the World Health Assembly to improve the supply of medicines for their struggling health systems. Many of these countries' public health budgets were overwhelmed by the cost of importing brand-name drugs, often of dubious quality.7,8 Medicines subsequently became a key issue in the politics of the new international economic order after the Fifth Conference of Non-Aligned Countries adopted a resolution in Colombo in 1976 arguing that all Member States act en bloc within WHO and the United Nations to actively promote essential drugs policies.
Even for those who agreed that drugs were central to international health efforts, separating "essential" from "inessential" drugs was methodologically and politically challenging. Pharmaceutical manufacturers insisted that there was no such thing as an "inessential" drug, and only agreed to cooperate with the programme after clear assurances that the concept would be limited to the public sector of developing countries. While the selection criteria for the first list of essential drugs was based on pragmatic concerns for safety, efficacy, relevance and cost, a transparent mechanism for drug selection would not be articulated until 2002.9 Questions regarding the role of cost-effectiveness and intellectual property, as well as the inclusion of contraceptives, abortifacients, palliative medicines, chemotherapy and drugs for risk-factor reduction would simmer throughout the programme's operation.
In 1988, Hiroshi Nakajima had replaced Mahler as Director-General and the essential drugs programme was relocated away from his office. While the programme continued to work closely with countries during this period to form national drug policies, it operated under a significantly lower profile.
In subsequent decades the essential medicines concept was pushed back into the international health debate from outside the WHO. Advocacy groups decried lack of access to drugs as morally unacceptable once combination antiretroviral therapy had transformed HIV infection from a death sentence to a potentially-manageable condition. Nongovernmental organizations increasingly circumvented the sovereignty of countries and patent-holders in their efforts to bring drugs to needy populations and to motivate innovative therapies for neglected diseases. Thus reinvigorated, essential medicines rejoined clean water, adequate housing and a safe food supply as part of a shortlist of necessities for basic humanitarian conditions.10
Placing essential medicines at the centre of global health priorities is not without its risks. The geography of access is closely linked to other structural determinants of inequality, few of which can be fixed merely by providing a pipeline of medicines.11 Access to essential medicines is therefore a necessary condition but is not sufficient on its own for the amelioration of broad health disparities in global health. On the other hand, to truly engage the social factors that determine the development, production, regulation, distribution, utilization and consumption of essential medicines is to engage with the project of understanding health disparities and the challenges of strengthening health systems at the most detailed level. As essential medicines programmes continue to expand, it is crucial that they have the resources and leadership to realize this vision in the broadest sense possible.
- Constitution of the World Health Organization. In: International Health Conference, 22 July 1946, New York.
- Resolution WHA28.66. In: 28th World Health Assembly, Geneva, 13–30 May 1975. Annex 13:96-110.
- Gould DB. Moving politics: emotion and ACT UP's fight against AIDS. Chicago: University of Chicago Press; 2009.
- The selection of essential drugs: report of a WHO expert committee [technical report 615]. Geneva: World Health Organization; 1977:9.
- Helling-Borda M. Memories of the first expert committee meeting and celebrating 25 years later. Essent Drugs Monit 2003; 32: 14-5.
- Chisholm B. The World Health Association. BMJ 1950; 4661: 1021- doi: 10.1136/bmj.1.4661.1021.
- Kanji N, Hardon A, Harnmeijer JW, Mamdani M, Walt G. Drugs policy in developing countries. London: Zed Books Ltd; 1992:2.
- Silverman M, Lee P, Lydecker M. Prescription for death: the drugging of the Third World. Berkeley: University of California Press; 1982.
- Laing R. Personal reflections on 25 years of the WHO model list of essential medicines. Essent Drugs Monit 2003; 32: 16-7.
- Hogerzeil HV. The concept of essential medicine: lessons for rich countries. BMJ 2004; 329: 1169-72 doi: 10.1136/bmj.329.7475.1169 pmid: 15539676.
- Birn AE. Gates's grandest challenge: transcending technology as public health ideology. Lancet 2005; 366: 514-9 doi: 10.1016/S0140-6736(05)66479-3 pmid: 16084261.


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|October 27, 2012, 10:14 PM
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Kahr CM9 Review
Single stack, lightweight, pocketable 9mm guns seem to be the hot selling guns this year as concealed carry continues to becomes increasing popular. I've owned the Karh CM9 since mid 2011 and here's what I've found...
-100% reliable through over 800 rounds of all types
-Cost. The gun can be had for under $400 most places
-Trigger. It's very smooth and breaks crisply
-Size. The gun is 'pocketable' in most outfits (5.42'' long, 4'' high, 0.9'' wide)
-Uses the proven 'Browning type' recoil lug
-Easy disassembly/maintenance/reassembly
-7 round mags are available (flush 6 rounder comes from factory)
-Lots of holster options available
-I like 'straight-8' type sights for fast close range defensive shooting
-Lightweight. Only weighs 14oz empty
-The gun moved around a little under rapid fire when hands are wet (re: sweaty). I fixed this with the Talon grips however
-The gun doesn't feel as 'solid' as the Shield or PPS. That said, it's never failed so I can't say it impacts performance
-The trigger reset is too long in my opinion
-Only comes with one magazine
-Kahr recommends (as do I based on experience) that you use the slide release to reload the gun. I've found rounds can hang up if you try slingshotting it. Since I typically use the slingshot method, this required a conscious thought on my part at first
-All small/pocket guns are more difficult to shoot well vs. larger firearms so it's certainly not a gun you're going to win many competitions with
Below is a video of me shooting the gun on some steel, a demonstration of disassembly/reassembly, a side by side size comparison with the Shield, Glock 26, and the Bodyguard 380:
All in all, if you're looking for a pocket 9mm at a reasonable price, the CM9 should be on your list of contenders. It's reliable and (for its' size) is a very shootable gun. It seems to have gotten past the reliability issues that were reported when it first came out.
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|October 28, 2012, 10:02 PM
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Nice review here. I'll look at the video when I have a bit more time. I have been very pleased with my CM9.
|October 29, 2012, 07:31 AM
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I like my CM9 for summer pocket carry. Thank you for the review!
|October 29, 2012, 08:52 AM
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Nice review. Considered this a my first pistol for a while, decided I wanted something a little bigger to shoot first. Contemplating the CW9 or saving up extra and getting a PPS.
|October 29, 2012, 04:02 PM
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The CM9 is an excellent pistol in my experience. I picked mine up brand-new on sale for $327 out-the-door. It's some of the best gun money I've ever spent. I considered a Walther PPS for a long time (and still would like to pick one up one day), but for that price, the CM9 was a no-brainer.
It's been 100% reliable out-of-the-box with no break-in period needed. The CM9 is also a surprisingly soft shooter for such a small package. I can detect no discernable difference in felt recoil between the CM9 and my father's MK9 (which is the same basic design with a steel frame). It's also surprisingly well-finished (inside and out) for such an inexpensive firearm.
Also, I've found the Kahr recommendation to use the slide release to reload the gun to be a non-issue. I've never had mine fail to feed when sling-shotting. Even if it that weren't the case, would not find the slide release requirement to be a big issue. If you are carrying a pistol as small as the CM9, you are probably not carrying a bunch of extra mags for speed reloads anyway. It's not a fighting pistol - it's a last-ditch defensive weapon to get you out of trouble.
The one big strike I have against the CM9 (and this actually applies to the PM9 and MK9 as well) is the terrible quality of the 7-round magazines. The plastic baseplate is incredibly flimsy, and I've had one explode on me when loading in the gun (and I don't slap in magazines). Stick to the excellent little 6-rounders.
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|October 29, 2012, 07:18 PM
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I suggest that you examine the magazines frequently for your CM9. A problem has surfaced recently where part of the plastic follower is breaking off. I have not read anywhere that the broken follower piece has caused reliability problems,but the follower should be replaced.
|October 29, 2012, 11:12 PM
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If you have a Kahr that works 100%, by all means hang on to it. I have had heartbreak with mine, but they sure were nice to shoot.
|November 11, 2012, 09:14 AM
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Excellent review! Subscribed!
I have a CM9 and love it! My only "problem" with it is that I am not a huge fan of pocket carry. It works well in the pocket, I just don't like that kind of bulk in a pocket. I then think why carry IWB if I can carry something bigger with more capacity IWB just as easy?
Not a dilemma really, just something I think about. The CM9 has been very reliable and accurate so far for me!
|November 11, 2012, 09:56 AM
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i just got one and shot it for the first time yesterday and was very impressed with it, only 2 misshaps out of 75 rounds and they happen with in the first 18 rounds, after that every thing went fine. i was really happy with the accurcy with a few groups comming in under 3'' at 12yds. off hand. yes it is a little bulky in the pocket but i like it better than the 380acp i used to carry.
|November 11, 2012, 10:24 AM
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Very nice review. Thanks for sharing this valuable information.
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|November 11, 2012, 11:29 AM
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|November 11, 2012, 12:33 PM
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The PM9 is basically an Acura TSX and the CW9 is a Honda Civic. Same basic cars built by the same company on the same platform and will do the same job equally well in almost any and every situation you will ever face. The difference is in the aesthetic shapes (I actually prefer the cleaner look of the CM9 slide profile) and some bells and whistles like the polygonal barrel and machined slide stop. People can choose to buy whichever they choose and get a good gun but the PM9 will do nothing more for its owners then separate them from a few hundred extra dollars so they can feel like they have the premium version. there's nothing wrong with choosing to buy either.
|November 11, 2012, 03:01 PM
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Thanks for the kind words gentlemen.
Jedi--good summary and I concur.
|November 11, 2012, 03:15 PM
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my kahr p380 jams like crazy
Least reliable gun I own. way past break in. gonna try about another hundred rounds through it and then send it back. FTF after maybe 24 shots on avg. not to mention polymer frame shows serious wear after maybe 400 rounds. called Kahr and they said this sounds normal to them. My new Glock 26 is far superior in every aspect. really unhappy with Kahr at this point.
|November 11, 2012, 03:16 PM
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I shot a friend's PM9 and concluded that it was more gun than I wanted in a pocket. So for a light holster gun, I bought a CW9. I am going to give it the 200 shot breakin, but it has been reliable with all three factory loads tried over the first hundred. A couple of my handloads were not compatible but that's ok. I can run off a supply of factory equivalents or just buy WWB for practice.
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Good review. Thanks for sharing. tom.
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|November 19, 2012, 08:44 AM
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|November 19, 2012, 08:57 AM
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To me it worth the extra $'s for the PM9.
I have the all black PM9094NA w/nite sights. You can't get an all black CM9.
I prefer the dovetail FS on my PM9 to that of the screwed on FS of the CM9. The dovetail sight will never fall off like so many stories of CM9 front sights.
When I bought my PM9, the CM wasn't even out yet. If it had been...I would have still gone with the PM9.
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|November 19, 2012, 11:35 AM
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I'd probably choose the PM9 if it had a grip molded such that the magazine didn't look like a poorly-fitted aftermarket accessory hanging out of the bottom of the gun.
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|November 19, 2012, 01:17 PM
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Some people just can't be pleased and have issues with the smallest details i guess.
Jim watson Give your cw9 a couple hundred rounds fired and you may find those low powered reloads will run fine. Just have to softin up that heavy recoil spring.
2weelz4me How reliable these or many other small lite weight pistol are can be effected buy handgun prep on the owners part, ammo used and skills of the shooter. Get any of these wrong and its the guns fault ,right. Note that the plastic wear you see does not matter. really!!! Those plastic rails are there to add assembly and help keep dirt out. Cut the excess off it won't matter. the slide runs on the two rails at the rear and the two rails down in the front next to where the recoil spring resides. But by know you know that.
These pistols when new , cleaned and well lubed held firmly and useing a better quality ammo or heavier bullet weights break in very easily. And WWB may not be the ammo to use . I bought my first kahr from a guy like you, great pistol. Don't like it sell it be thankfull you did not buy one of the bad glocks that are part of the gen 4 upgrades or you may just fell apart over it ,hehe.
Plouffedaddy good review on your pistol.
I have been luck to buy 3 different small light weight problem handguns of different makes from unhappy owners and all ran great with nothing to do but treat them right and feed them well.
|November 19, 2012, 03:04 PM
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Maybe the standard mag looks a little better?
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|November 19, 2012, 03:10 PM
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No, the standard mag was what I was referring to. Its a very minor complaint, but if there was a difference here with the PM9, it might matter to me. It won't stop me from getting a CM9 some day, probably. Still waiting for a Bodyguard 9mm or some other choice. From my research, the Kahr is the only game in town with any kind of reliability and decent shootability.
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|November 19, 2012, 03:11 PM
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The steel front rails are not in the traditional location, but they are steel nonetheless.
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Hmmm . . . I don't know why but i keep coming back to this thread and reading it . . . enjoyed the review. The more I'm looking at this Kahr . . . the more I'm getting the "itch" to try one . . . . I must be a gun addict?
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The Jumping Ability of the Common Flea
Fleas, the annoying parasites that are the bane of dogs' existence are very interesting creatures. They are tiny and have no wings but amazingly have no problems climbing onto the backs of creatures and sometimes on people's heads. This is because of their long hind legs that make the flea perfectly suited for jumping. They can jump 13 inches horizontally, which is 200 times their body length! That is like a human jumping nearly a quarter mile in a single leap. A new study published in the Journal of Experimental Biology unlocks the secret of the flea's amazing jumping ability.
The research was conducted by Malcolm Burrows and Gregory Sutton. They had heard all previous theories as to how fleas jump. However, none were conclusive because the high speed recording technology required to prove them did not exist. So the two went about to settle the debate by filming jumping fleas. They successfully filmed 51 jumps from ten different fleas. "We were concerned about how difficult it would be to make the movies because we are used to filming locusts, which are much bigger than fleas," admits Sutton, but he and Burrows realized that the fleas stayed perfectly still in the dark and only jumped when the lights went on.
They found that the jumping power came from the flea's toes and not the knees, as was formerly suspected. In most jumps, both the toe and knee were in contact with the ground for pushing off, but in ten percent, only the toes touched the ground. This suggested that either the knee was not really necessary or both mechanisms were used to get airborne.
After analyzing the flea's leg with an electron microscope, they noticed that there were gripping claws and hairs on the toe and shin, but not on the knee. To clinch their argument that the toes did the jumping, the researchers employed a mathematical model that could reproduce the flea's trajectory. One model using the knees to jump, and one using the toes.
Both models predicted the same speed at take-off of 1.35 meters per second. However, the "knee model" did not match up with reality. It predicted a top rate of acceleration of 22,000 meters per second squared, when the reality is only 1,500 meters per second squared.
The argument is now considered settled. Fleas transmit the force of their jumps from a spring in the thorax through the leg, acting on a lever to push down the toes and catapult the tiny creatures.
Link to published article: http://jeb.biologists.org/cgi/content/short/214/5/i


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I was thinking about photographing a vetch when I noticed a small white object. When I looked more closely I saw it was the head of an insect so I took the photo.
It seemed lifeless. It would appear to be a drone fly Eristalis tenax except for the white face. I wondered if it had been parasitised or maybe the white was the result of fungus. Anyone care to speculate?
Doesn't Eristalis normally have a white face?
I don't hink so. The image you provided a link to has a lot of reflected light off the face but I don't think it is as white as the specimen in my photo above. Here's a drone fly I photographes last month
Yes, there's a thin white line around the structure that supports the antennae but it is nothing compared to that in the first photo.
Nothing happened to that fly. It's a normal drone fly Ersitalis sp., probably E. tenax. You just happened to photograph its face. Google for Eristalis pictures and you will get some like this one. Your second photo was taken from above the insect, so you can't see its face.
OK. I must try to photograph the faces as well as the plan view in future.


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Now, me & other Raptor fans have been wanting to watch Open Gym episodes, and Behind The Draft 2012, I've posted a thread but no one did anything, I've seen another guy post one too but couldn't get anything. Can someone PLEASE help us watch it? Help your Raptor buddies out!
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