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In this excerpt from Chapter 15 of Information Nation Warrior: Information Management Compliance Boot Camp , authors Randolph A. Kahn, ESQ and Barclay T. Blair explain the Legal Hold process and provide a checklist of items to address when issuing a Legal Hold notice.
The Legal Hold Process
Organizations should employ a process designed to notify employees of the need to preserve information related to a lawsuit, investigation, or audit. This process is commonly referred to as a "Legal Hold," "Document Hold," "Litigation Hold," or "Records Hold." The process should be described in a written policy.
Warriors should develop a Legal Hold process that includes:
- A policy specifically for the Legal department regarding their responsibility to provide a Legal Hold notice to the rest of the organizations' employees and the circumstances and timing of providing such notice.
- A separately written company policy outlining employee responsibilities and preservation procedures. What the lawyers are required to do in the context of a lawsuit, audit, or formal investigation will be different from what the rest of the employees will have to do. So don't confuse the employees by melding both policies in one.
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- A standardized method for providing the Legal Hold notice to employees. Legal Hold notifications should be as clear as possible and stated in plain English so that all employees will understand what is required. Refrain from legalese to the extent possible.
- A statement from executive leadership in operations or training manuals that clearly expresses the company's commitment to records and information management compliance. In policy, training, and on a periodic basis through other mediums, it is prudent to remind employees of their further obligation to preserve any information that is even potentially relevant, even if it hurts the company. If employees are going to "listen" to anyone they are likely to listen to executives, so make sure the executives "speak" on this topic often.
- A training program to educate employees about their preservation and retention responsibilities, with updates on new legal and regulatory requirements, and their responsibilities relative to these changes.
- Audit or spot check procedures to make sure employees are following the policies. Recent court cases make clear that just sending out one notice to employees to preserve may not be sufficient. In addition to sending reminder notices, you need to check that employees are doing what they are supposed to.
When writing and issuing the Legal Hold notice, the Warrior should address the items in this checklist:
Send the Legal Hold notice to employees likely to have responsive materials. Unless the matter impacts the whole company don't send the notice to everyone. The "shot gun" approach to distribution can undermine the process by overwhelming employees with so many notices that when they need to take some action they fail to.
Spell out what's required of employees in plain English. For example, "Do NOT destroy, revise, alter, hide (by encrypting or otherwise), or move company records."
Be specific about which records need to be preserved— records, documents, and drafts (paper or electronic) created within a specific time period that are about a particular product, customer, or business deal. Clarify the need to preserve relevant documents normally scheduled for disposal according to standard retention guidelines.
Do not include any privileged information or a lawyer's analysis about the merits of the matter as it could undermine the Attorney-Client Privilege.
Provide the responsible lawyer's contact information in the notice so any questions can get addressed immediately.
Contact affected business unit leadership as they will likely know who may have information that needs to be preserved or know how to get it.
Communicate directly with key players responsible for discoverable information on a consistent basis—a blanket statement to all personnel may no longer be sufficient.
Retain evidence of having sent a clear message describing legal obligations and employee responsibilities to show good faith efforts on the part of the organization.
When the matter is concluded, send employees a Notice of Termination of the Legal Hold and indicate that regular record keeping rules once again apply. Remember that information may be subject to more than one Legal Hold so verify if other pending matters require the information to still be preserved. Above all else, never rush to destroy, no matter what.
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The Science of Nonvintage Champagne
The dilemma of Champagne is that the stylishness of the packaging often overshadows the style of the wine itself. And yet, there is nothing more important than style when it comes to Champagne, as Lettie Teague explains on Lunch Break.
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Friday, June 25, 2010
for the love of Lunch Punch
It starts with a story. Settle in, if you will, maybe fetch a bowl of popcorn. ;-)
I started this bento lunch blog late last year but only began posting semi-daily in February. While the focus of this blog centers on one of my passions, waste-free, litter-less lunches, I do have other interests as well. One of which is spreading Autism Awareness, for one of my lovely children does happen to be autistic. :) As my little lunch blog picked up steam I felt more driven and compelled to somehow work a little autism awareness into my posts, April is Autism Awareness Month, and it was just around the corner! But I had a dilemma. How could I make autism relevant to my lunch blog? I was afraid of alienating readers. What was I to do?
And then one night I was perusing Amazon and I stumbled across Lunch Punch, and specifically, their puzzle shaped sandwich cutters of Match and Munch.
THIS was just what I needed to bridge lunch making to autism. Because everyone knows the puzzle piece is the recognized symbol for Autism, right? (Right?!)
I eagerly bought my Lunch Punch "match and munch" set from Amazon and looked forward to the month of April to begin blogging about two of my favorite topics: lunches and autism. :)
I had decided ahead of time that if people were nice about my autism blabber that I would do a bento giveaway. ;-) And people were not only nice about the autism messages, people were leaving the sweetest, warmest comments. I was so touched, often tearing up when reading them (as I am again, right now, just thinking about it!)("hello, my name is Melissa and I'm a big sap!"). Somewhere in the back of my mind I had braced myself for snarky comments about autism...afterall, people don't come to see foodie pictures and expect to be lectured about developmental disorders. But those worries and fears were unfounded, what poured forth from all you wonderful commenters out there split my heart open and touched me more than you know.
It occurred to me that it only made sense that part of my giveaway should include a set of the Lunch Punch puzzle cutters. That made sense, right? After all, I was using them in every bento I made that whole month (even for Muffin Tin Monday!) At first I was just going to buy a set to include in my giveaway. But then I decided to be really brave, put on my big-girl pants, and email Lunch Punch to see if they would be interested in providing a set for the giveaway.
Note that I had been blogging semi-daily at that point for only nine weeks. I'm not a big-name blogger or well-known. Lunch Punch had really no reason to want to deal with me at all.
But the response that came from Kiersten at Lunch Punch was more than I could have hoped for. Not only was she happily sending a set of the puzzle shaped "Match & Munch" set, but also sending a set of their "Critter Cutters" animal set for the giveaway too! I was blown away by their generosity and kindness.
I am a fan of Lunch Punch on Facebook and a couple weeks ago I was thrilled to see Kiersten announce the upcoming release of two new sets!
"VrrrM!!" a transportation themed set and the soooooo adorable Sand*wishes, a princess fairy tale theme set!
Let me tell you, my imagination was going wild the moment I saw these. So many ideas for cute lunch themes! The thought of waiting another two months was positive torture.
But the thing about Kiersten is that she is so nice. And so intuitive. She must have known that it might just kill me to wait so long for them because I found both sets in my mailbox the very next day. (!!!!!!!!) :)
Both these sets are available for preorders at the Lunch Punch site. They will begin shipping in mid-August, in time for back-to-school! :)
You can find Lunch Punch on Facebook and you can follow on Twitter too @thelunchpunch, although the Twitter bit might not do you much good as Kiersten has never tweeted a peep! Such a shame too, because the Lunch Punch is an Australian based company and you know she'd tweet all sorts of cute Aussie-ish terms and phrases. I'm holding out hope that one morning I'll see a tweet from her greeting her followers with a "g'day mates!". Maybe some tidbits about how she just wrestled a croc away from the barbie would be cool too. ;-)
In the interest of full disclosure (hello, I don't think it could get any "fuller" than this long babbling post!), this is not a paid endorsement. Lunch Punch has sent me 3 sandwich cutter sets for my own personal use and sent two sets to the winner of the April giveaway. I was not asked to write about Lunch Punch. This novella was penned by yours truly on my own volition because I truly love this company, I love their products and I felt compelled to (over)share that love with all of you.
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- greatandpowerfulOZ said... [Reply to comment]
Oh dear! I love love LOVE the Sand*wishes* set!! Too cute :) It sounds like a wonderful company so I will definately pick up a few sets - just to support them, you understand ;)
Can't wait to see some pictures of lunches made with your new sets!
- June 25, 2010 at 12:04 PM
- Melissa said... [Reply to comment]
Oh those are cute! I'm just getting started in "bento"-ing. I really love the puzzle piece one too. My kids love puzzles!
- June 25, 2010 at 12:52 PM
- TheClumsyChef said... [Reply to comment]
I love these! Too bad I don't think my 22 year old boyfriend who I pack lunch for cares much about his sandwiches being in cool shapes. Luckily I do have a 3 1/2 year old cousin that would LOVE the transportation set! Might have to get them for him. =)
- June 25, 2010 at 12:54 PM
- Jenn @ BentoForKidlet said... [Reply to comment]
ACK! I love these they are so cute! I'm going to need the Landwiches when they come in :P Then I can make really bad jokes about a continental lunch
- June 25, 2010 at 1:12 PM
- Christina said... [Reply to comment]
Oh my goodness... the sand*wishes set is way too perfect! I must order some now! :)
- June 25, 2010 at 1:42 PM
- Kerry said... [Reply to comment]
I love that princess set! I can't wait to see what new themed lunches you come up wit Melissa.
- June 25, 2010 at 1:52 PM
- Snowflowers Mum said... [Reply to comment]
Thanks! These are great! I have had the lunch punch puzzle set in my cart at Amazon for a few weeks....I have to have them!
- June 25, 2010 at 2:13 PM
- Shannah said... [Reply to comment]
These are just adorable!! My 4 year old daughter will just LOVE the sand*wishes set! Thank you for sharing these wonderful new finds!
On a side note I just want to say thank you for your blog. Over the past few months I've followed your blog and not only have I been inspired to create waste-free lunches, you've also inspired me to eat healthier and provide healthier food to my family (not just at lunch but our daily meals in general.) You may not know how you directly impact each of your readers but please know you have greatly impacted how I think of daily nutrition as well as keeping myself in eco-check when preparing my families meals and snacks. Now instead of pre-packaged lunches and handfuls of random packs of snacks I am able to use your creative, wonderful ideas to make waste-free, fun, organized lunches/snacks for my family at home or when we are on the go.
I have been battling with my 4 year old when it comes to veggies and wholesome foods but now that I am making them fun and easy you barely hear any begging or negotiating coming out of my mouth! LOL which for both is a win/win situation.
So enough of MY babbling but I really wanted to share how much you really do inspire. Please keep up the GREAT work and again THANK YOU FOR ALL YOUR TIME AND EFFORT!
- June 25, 2010 at 2:39 PM
- Melissa said... [Reply to comment]
Thank you everyone! :)
And Shannah, THANK YOU for your sweet, sweet note! That made my day. I'm totally smiling ear-to-ear. :) Sincerely, thank you for being here!
- June 25, 2010 at 8:28 PM
- Tifani says... said... [Reply to comment]
Love, love, love, love the princess set. LOVE!!! You know I'm getting that.
And on another note, I can't say enough how much you inspire me. I don't just mean the food. You are a strong, smart, wonderful mom, and I'm proud to be your friend!
- June 25, 2010 at 8:59 PM
- Kristen said... [Reply to comment]
I'm all over the transportation set! And, it's great to hear about such a nice company - and be able to support them.
I completely agree with Shannah. Every time I make lunch now, I think about you and your site and how I can make lunch (and every meal) not only fun, but also healthy and waste-free. I found your blog right around the same time as Jamie Oliver's Food Revolution was on (I know you love him! :-)), and it was perfect timing. I think I was doing pretty well with making healthy lunches before, but your blog really challenges me to go further.
Plus, you seem like just a really nice person and a great mom! That's inspiration in itself!
Have a great weekend! :-)
- June 26, 2010 at 8:09 AM
- StubbyDog said... [Reply to comment]
Oh WOW I can't wait to get the new sets!!!
I have several different kinds of sandwich cutters and the Lunch Punch ones are definitely my favorites. They are easy to use and make very clean, neat cuts...wash up quickly, and are so creative!! LOVE THEM!!!
- June 26, 2010 at 9:54 AM
- Mrs. Ed said... [Reply to comment]
You never have to worry about the autism babble with me. I think everyday should be autism awareness and eat healthier day! And of course, food can be fun day!!!
I have the puzzle set too ( I saw it here and immediately ordered it). My son has seen the puzzle piece on shirts and things we attend and he likes them. He has ASD and I asked him one day if he knew what Autism was. He said it's when you go to the zoo and walk (he's 5 and that is where our local autism walk is).
- June 27, 2010 at 10:36 PM
- Lisa said... [Reply to comment]
Super cute! Thanks for sharing!
- June 27, 2010 at 10:57 PM
- Melissa said... [Reply to comment]
Oh, Mrs. Ed! What your son said made me smile so big. :) That sounds like something Owen would say. My oldest son once described it this way: "autism is like Owen's brain is working in a different language and he's trying to know our regular language and we are trying to understand his special language and we are all in the middle right now". I was awestruck by how right he was. I wrote down what he wrote right away, so I would never forget it. :)
- June 27, 2010 at 11:06 PM
- Jamie said... [Reply to comment]
Love these sets! My boys would love the transportation ones. Thanks for sharing!
- June 28, 2010 at 12:45 PM
- JDaniel4's Mom said... [Reply to comment]
They are so cute. I love the transportation set.
- June 28, 2010 at 1:29 PM
- Kendra said... [Reply to comment]
G'day Mate, from Down Under! I had such a laugh when I read about your need for Aussie Slang Tweets.
- June 30, 2010 at 6:56 AM
- Kelly Polizzi said... [Reply to comment]
hey, just stopping by to let you know I gave you a blog award :)
- July 1, 2010 at 11:57 PM
- Shannon said... [Reply to comment]
Okay, question. Do I buy the medium sized or large sized for a standard American lunch loaf? Amazon has an option for both and I'm not sure which is the right one to get. Thanks!
- September 8, 2010 at 2:29 PM
- Melissa said... [Reply to comment]
Shannon, for some reason it is broken down as some cutters being better for large bread and others for medium bread - but I just use regular sized Nature's Own bread and all the Lunch Punches work just fine with it. :) Just buy which ever design you like and it will be fine. :)
- September 8, 2010 at 3:16 PM


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Ankylosing Spondylitis
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Questions and Answers about Ankylosing Spondylitis
This booklet contains general information about ankylosing spondylitis (AS). It describes what ankylosing spondylitis is, its causes, and treatment options. Highlights of current research are also included. If you have further questions, you may wish to discuss them with your health care provider.
What Is Ankylosing Spondylitis?
Ankylosing spondylitis is a form of progressive arthritis due to chronic inflammation of the joints in the spine. Its name comes from the Greek words "ankylos," meaning stiffening of a joint, and "spondylo," meaning vertebra. Spondylitis refers to inflammation of the spine or one or more of the adjacent structures of the vertebrae.
Ankylosing spondylitis belongs to a group of disorders called seronegative spondyloarthropathies. Seronegative means an individual has tested negative for an autoantibody called rheumatoid factor. The spondyloarthropathies are a family of similar diseases that usually cause joint and spine inflammation. Other well-established syndromes in this group include psoriatic arthritis, the arthritis of inflammatory bowel disease, chronic reactive arthritis, and enthesitis-related idiopathic juvenile arthritis.
Although these disorders have similarities, they also have features that distinguish them from one another. The hallmark of ankylosing spondylitis is "sacroiliitis," or inflammation of the sacroiliac (SI) joints, where the spine joins the pelvis.
In some people, ankylosing spondylitis can affect joints outside of the spine, like the shoulders, ribs, hips, knees, and feet. It can also affect entheses, which are sites where the tendons and ligaments attach to the bones. It is possible that it can affect other organs, such as the eyes, bowel, and—more rarely—the heart and lungs.
Although many people with ankylosing spondylitis have mild episodes of back pain that come and go, others have severe, ongoing pain accompanied by loss of flexibility of the spine. In the most severe cases, long-term inflammation leads to calcification that causes two or more bones of the spine to fuse. Fusion can also stiffen the rib cage, resulting in restricted lung capacity and function.
- Who Has Ankylosing Spondylitis?
- What Causes Ankylosing Spondylitis?
- How Is Ankylosing Spondylitis Diagnosed?
- What Type of Doctor Diagnoses and Treats Ankylosing Spondylitis?
- Can Ankylosing Spondylitis Be Cured?
- What Medications Are Used to Treat Ankylosing Spondylitis?
- Will Diet and Exercise Help?
- When Might Surgery Be Necessary, and How Can It Help?
- What Are Some Things I Can Do to Help Myself?
- What Is the Prognosis for People With Ankylosing Spondylitis?
- Research Highlights
- Where Can I Find More Information About Ankylosing Spondylitis?
- Key Words
Who Has Ankylosing Spondylitis?
Ankylosing spondylitis typically begins in adolescents and young adults, but affects people for the rest of their lives. An estimated 80 percent of people who have the disorder develop symptoms before age 30. Only 5 percent develop symptoms after age 45. Some authorities say that it affects roughly twice as many men as women.
What Causes Ankylosing Spondylitis?
The cause of ankylosing spondylitis is unknown, but it is likely that both genes and factors in the environment play a role. The main gene associated with susceptibility to ankylosing spondylitis is called HLA-B27, but having the gene doesn't necessarily mean you will get ankylosing spondylitis. In fact, about 8 percent of Americans have this gene, but fewer than 5 percent (1 out of 20) of those with HLA-B27 actually develop ankylosing spondylitis.
Scientists supported by the National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases (NIAMS) recently discovered two additional genes—ERAP1 (previously known as ARTS1) and IL23R—that, along with HLAB27, may represent a large portion of the genetic risk for ankylosing spondylitis. Factors such as infections or normal bacteria that live in the intestines may trigger the disease in people who are genetically susceptible.
How Is Ankylosing Spondylitis Diagnosed?
A diagnosis of ankylosing spondylitis is based largely on the findings of a medical history and physical exam. Radiologic tests and lab tests may be used to help confirm a diagnosis, but both have some limitations.
Medical History
The medical history involves answering questions, such as the following:
- How long have you had pain?
- Where specifically is the pain in your back or neck? Are other joints affected?
- Is back pain better with exercise and worse after inactivity, such as when you first get up in the morning?
- Do you have other problems, such as eye problems or fatigue?
- Does anyone in your family have back problems or arthritis?
- Have you recently suffered from a gastrointestinal illness?
- Do you have any skin rashes such as psoriasis?
From your answers to these questions, your doctor can begin to get an idea of the diagnosis.
Physical Exam
During the physical exam, the doctor will look for signs and symptoms that are consistent with ankylosing spondylitis. These include pain along the spine and/or in the pelvis, sacroiliac joints, heels, and chest. Your doctor may ask you to move and bend in different directions to check the flexibility of your spine and to breathe deeply to check for any problems with chest expansion, which could be caused by inflammation in the joints where the ribs attach to the spine.
Radiologic Tests
X ray and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) may be used in making or confirming a diagnosis of ankylosing spondylitis, but these tests have limitations. X rays may show changes in the spine and sacroiliac joints that indicate ankylosing spondylitis; however, it may take years of inflammation to cause damage that is visible on x rays. MRI may allow for earlier diagnosis, because it can show damage to soft tissues and bone before it can be seen on an x ray. However, MRI is very expensive. Both tests may also be used to monitor the progression of ankylosing spondylitis.
Lab Tests
The main blood test for ankylosing spondylitis is one to check for the HLA-B27 gene, which is present in more than 95 percent of Caucasians with ankylosing spondylitis. However, this test also has limitations. The gene is found in much lower percentages of African Americans with ankylosing spondylitis and in ankylosing spondylitis patients from some Mediterranean countries. Also, the gene is found in many people who do not have ankylosing spondylitis, and will never get it. About 8 percent of Americans have the gene, but only a small percentage of those will have ankylosing spondylitis. Still, when the gene is found in people who have symptoms of ankylosing spondylitis and/or x-ray evidence of ankylosing spondylitis, this finding helps support the ankylosing spondylitis diagnosis.
What Type of Doctor Diagnoses and Treats Ankylosing Spondylitis?
The diagnosis of ankylosing spondylitis is often made by a rheumatologist, a doctor specially trained to diagnose and treat arthritis and related conditions of the musculoskeletal system. However, because ankylosing spondylitis can affect different parts of the body, a person with the disorder may need to see several different types of doctors for treatment. In addition to a rheumatologist, there are many different specialists who treat ankylosing spondylitis. These may include:
- An ophthalmologist, who treats eye disease.
- A gastroenterologist, who treats bowel disease.
- A physiatrist, a medical doctor who specializes in physical medicine and rehabilitation.
- A physical therapist or rehabilitation specialist, who supervises stretching and exercise regimens.
Often, it is helpful to the doctors and the patient for one doctor to manage the complete treatment plan.
Can Ankylosing Spondylitis Be Cured?
There is no cure for ankylosing spondylitis, but some treatments relieve symptoms of the disorder and may possibly prevent its progression. In most cases, treatment involves a combination of medication, exercise, and selfhelp measures. In some cases, surgery may be used to repair some of the joint damage caused by the disease.
What Medications Are Used to Treat Ankylosing Spondylitis?
Several classes of medications are used to treat ankylosing spondylitis. Because there are many medication options, it's important to work with your doctor to find the safest and most effective treatment plan for you. A treatment plan for ankylosing spondylitis will likely include one or more of the following:
Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs)
These drugs relieve pain and inflammation, and are commonly used to treat ankylosing spondylitis. Aspirin, ibuprofen, and naproxen are examples of NSAIDs.1 All NSAIDs work similarly by blocking substances called prostaglandins that contribute to inflammation and pain. However, each NSAID is a different chemical, and each has a slightly different effect on the body.
1 Warning: NSAIDs can cause stomach irritation or, less often, they can affect kidney function. The longer a person uses NSAIDs, the more likely he or she is to have side effects, ranging from mild to serious. Many other drugs cannot be taken when a patient is being treated with NSAIDs, because NSAIDs alter the way the body uses or eliminates these other drugs. Check with your health care provider or pharmacist before you take NSAIDs. Also, NSAIDs sometimes are associated with serious gastrointestinal problems, including ulcers, bleeding, and perforation of the stomach or intestine. People over age 65 and those with any history of ulcers or gastrointestinal bleeding should use NSAIDs with caution.
Some NSAIDs are available over the counter, but more than a dozen others, including a subclass called COX-2 inhibitors, are available only with a prescription.
All NSAIDs can have significant side effects, and for unknown reasons, some people seem to respond better to one NSAID than another. Anyone taking NSAIDs regularly should be monitored by a doctor.
These strong inflammation-fighting drugs are similar to the cortisone made by our bodies. If NSAIDs alone do not control inflammation in people with ankylosing spondylitis, doctors may inject corticosteroids directly into the affected joints to bring quick, but temporary relief. Injections may be given to the sacroiliac joint, hip joint, or knee joint, but are not given in the spine.
Disease-Modifying Antirheumatic Drugs (DMARDs)
These drugs work in different ways to control the disease process of ankylosing spondylitis. The most commonly used DMARD for ankylosing spondylitis is sulfasalazine, a drug that reduces inflammation without suppressing the immune system.
Biologic Agents
Members of this relatively new class of medications are genetically engineered to block proteins involved in the body's inflammatory response. Four biologics— adalimumab, etanercept, golimumab, and infliximab—are approved by the Food and Drug Administration for treating ankylosing spondylitis. All four work by suppressing a protein called tumor necrosis factor-alpha (TNF-α), and are often effective for relieving symptoms when NSAIDs or other treatments are not. These drugs are taken by intravenous infusion or injection.
Will Diet and Exercise Help?
A healthy diet and exercise are good for everyone, but may be especially helpful if you have ankylosing spondylitis.
Although there is no specific diet for people with ankylosing spondylitis, maintaining a healthy weight is important for reducing stress on painful joints. In people with rheumatoid arthritis, another inflammatory joint disease, a diet high in omega-3 fatty acids (found in coldwater fish, flax seeds, and walnuts) has been shown to help in reducing joint inflammation. Although the usefulness of omega-3 fatty acids is not as well studied in people with ankylosing spondylitis, there is some evidence that omega-3 supplements could reduce disease activity in people with ankylosing spondylitis.
Exercise and stretching, when done carefully and increased gradually, may help painful, stiff joints.
- Strengthening exercises, performed with weights or done by tightening muscles without moving the joints, build the muscles around painful joints to better support them. Exercises that don't require joint movement can be done even when your joints are painful and inflamed.
- Range-of-motion exercises improve movement and flexibility and reduce stiffness in the affected joint. If the spine is painful and/or inflamed, exercises to stretch and extend the back can be helpful in preventing long-term disability.
Many people with ankylosing spondylitis find it helpful to exercise in water.
Before beginning an exercise program, it's important to speak with a health professional who can recommend appropriate exercises.
When Might Surgery Be Necessary, and How Can It Help?
If ankylosing spondylitis causes severe joint damage that makes it difficult to do your daily activities, total joint replacement may be an option. This involves removing the damaged joint and replacing it with a prosthesis made of metals, plastics, and/or ceramic materials. The most commonly replaced joints are the knee and hip.
In very rare cases, a procedure called osteotomy may be used to straighten a spine that has fused into a curved-forward position. This surgery involves cutting through the spine so that it can be realigned to a more vertical position. After the bones are realigned, hardware may be implanted to hold them in their new position while the spine heals.
Surgery to straighten the spine can only be done by a surgeon with significant experience in the procedure. Many doctors and surgeons consider the procedure high risk. This procedure is done more commonly in Europe than in the United States.
What Are Some Things I Can Do to Help Myself?
Aside from seeing your doctor regularly and following your prescribed treatment plan, staying active is probably the best thing you can do for ankylosing spondylitis. Regular exercise can help relieve pain, improve posture, and maintain flexibility. Before beginning an exercise program, speak with your doctor or physical therapist about designing a program that's right for you.
Another important thing you can do for yourself is to practice good posture. A good test for posture is to check yourself in a mirror. First, stand with a full-length mirror to your side and, if possible, turn your head to look at your profile. Next, imagine you have dropped a weighted string from the top of your head to the soles of your feet. Where does the string fall? If your posture is good, it should pass through your earlobe, the front of your shoulder, the center of your hip, behind your kneecap, and in front of your anklebone. If you are not standing that way already, practice holding your body that way in front of a mirror until you know well how it feels. Practicing good posture can help you avoid some of the complications that can occur with ankylosing spondylitis.
What Is the Prognosis for People With Ankylosing Spondylitis?
The course of ankylosing spondylitis varies from person to person. Some people will have only mild episodes of back pain that come and go, while others will have chronic severe back pain. In almost all cases, the condition is characterized by acute, painful episodes and remissions, or periods of time where the pain lessens.
In the sacroiliac joints and spine, inflammation can cause pain and stiffness. Over time, bony outgrowths called syndesmophytes can develop that cause the vertebrae to grow together, or fuse. Fusion can also stiffen the rib cage, resulting in restricted lung capacity and restricted lung function.
A number of factors are associated with an ankylosing spondylitis prognosis. One study found that among people who had ankylosing spondylitis for at least 20 years, those who had physically demanding jobs, other health problems, or smoked had greater functional limitations from their disease. People with higher levels of education and a history of ankylosing spondylitis in the family tended to have less severe limitations from their disease.
A recent study supported by the NIAMS found that the likelihood of having severe joint damage increased with age at disease onset, and that men were twice as likely as women to be in that group. The study also found that current smokers were more than four times as likely to have severe damage as nonsmokers, and that having a genetic marker called DRB1*0801 seemed to protect against severe spine damage.
Research Highlights
In addition to the studies mentioned above, research has focused on finding the additional genes involved in the development of ankylosing spondylitis. In 2007, a large comprehensive genome-wide association scan led to the discovery of the genes ARTS1 and IL23R, which is bringing the scientific community closer to understanding ankylosing spondylitis. In addition, a 2010 study reported four genetic regions associated with ankylosing spondylitis risk, two of which encode for proteins that may play a role in ankylosing spondylitis susceptibility.
The IL23R gene plays a role in the immune system's response to infection. ERAP1 (previously known as ARTS1) is involved in processing proteins in the cell into small "chunks" that can be seen—and fought—by the body's immune system. Researchers believe the discovery could eventually lead to an understanding of the pathways that are involved in ankylosing spondylitis, and ways for doctors to inhibit or strengthen those pathways to better treat ankylosing spondylitis. In the near future, the finding could lead to a blood test to predict ankylosing spondylitis risk or aid in early diagnosis.
Scientists are also examining whether some of the newer drug therapies can stop the progression of this disorder and the disability that can occur. In the meantime, medication treatment and exercise are important for relieving the symptoms and enabling people to live well with the disorder.
Where Can I Find More Information About Ankylosing Spondylitis?
National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases (NIAMS)
Information Clearinghouse
National Institutes of Health
1 AMS Circle
Bethesda, MD 20892-3675
Phone: 301-495-4484
Toll Free: 877-22-NIAMS (877-226-4267)
Fax: 301-718-6366
Email: email@example.com
Website: http://www.niams.nih.gov/
The NIAMS provides information about skin diseases; arthritis and rheumatic diseases; and bone, muscle, and joint diseases. It distributes patient and professional education materials and refers people to other sources of information. Additional information and updates can be found on the NIAMS Web site.
Other Resources
American College of Rheumatology (ACR)
Web site: http://www.rheumatology.org
Arthritis Foundation
Web site: http://www.arthritis.org
Spondylitis Association of America (SAA)
Web site: http://www.spondylitis.org
For additional contact information, visit the NIAMS Web site or call the NIAMS Information Clearinghouse.
Key Words
Biologics. A relatively new class of medications that are genetically engineered to block a protein involved in the body's inflammatory response. Four biologics are approved by the Food and Drug Administration for treating ankylosing spondylitis. They work by blocking a protein called tumor necrosis factor-alpha (TNF-a) that helps drive inflammation.
Calcification. A process in which tissue becomes hardened as a result of calcium deposits. In ankylosing spondylitis, calcification in tissues around the spine can lead to loss of flexibility and forward curvature.
Corticosteroids. Powerful anti-inflammatory hormones made naturally in the body or manmade for use as medicine. In people with ankylosing spondylitis, corticosteroids may be injected to temporarily reduce inflammation and relieve pain.
COX-2 inhibitors. A relatively new class of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) that are formulated to relieve pain and inflammation. Currently, there is just one COX-2 inhibitor on the market: celecoxib.
Gastroenterologist. A medical doctor who specializes in diagnosing and treating diseases of the digestive tract.
Ligaments. Tough bands of connective tissue that attach bones to each other, providing stability.
Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). A procedure that provides high-resolution computerized images of internal body tissues. MRI uses a strong magnet that passes a force through the body to create these images.
Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). A class of medications available over the counter or with a prescription that ease pain and inflammation. Commonly used NSAIDs include aspirin, ibuprofen, and naproxen sodium.
Ophthalmologist. A medical doctor specializing in diagnosing and treating diseases of the eye.
Omega-3 fatty acids. A type of fatty acid found in fish and fish oils. Omega-3s have proven beneficial for decreasing inflammation and reducing the risk of cardiovascular disease in some people.
Osteotomy. A surgical procedure that involves cutting a bone to shorten it, lengthen it, or realign it. In rare cases, the bones of the spine may be cut and realigned to help straighten a spine that has fused in a curved-forward position due to ankylosing spondylitis.
Physiatrist. A medical doctor who specializes in nonsurgical treatment for injuries and illnesses that affect movement. Also called rehabilitation physician or rehabilitation medicine specialist.
Rheumatologist. A medical doctor who specializes in arthritis and other diseases of the bones, joints, and muscles.
Syndesmophyte. A bony growth attached to a ligament. Syndesmophytes between adjacent vertebrae in ankylosing spondylitis can cause the vertebrae to grow together, or fuse.
Tendons. Tough, fibrous cords that connect muscles to bones.
X ray. A procedure in which low-level radiation is passed through the body to produce a picture called a radiograph. X rays showing damage to the sacroiliac joints are used to help diagnose ankylosing spondylitis.
NIAMS gratefully acknowledges the assistance of the following individuals in the preparation and review of this booklet: Robert Colbert, M.D., Ph.D.; Lori Guthrie, R.N.-B.C., B.S.N., C.C.R.C.; and Michael Ward, M.D.; NIAMS, NIH; and Laurie M. Savage, Executive Director, Spondylitis Association of America, Van Nuys, CA.
The mission of the National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases (NIAMS), a part of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' National Institutes of Health (NIH), is to support research into the causes, treatment, and prevention of arthritis and musculoskeletal and skin diseases; the training of basic and clinical scientists to carry out this research; and the dissemination of information on research progress in these diseases. The National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases Information Clearinghouse is a public service sponsored by the NIAMS that provides health information and information sources. Additional information can be found on the NIAMS Web site at http://www.niams.nih.gov. Information on bone and its disorders can be obtained from the NIH Osteoporosis and Related Bone Diseases ~ National Resource Center by calling (toll free) 800–624–BONE (2663) or by visiting its Web site at http://www.bones.nih.gov/.
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NEW YORK (AP) — Twitter beat Wall Street's earnings and revenue expectations in its first quarter as a public company. But investors were looking for even more — including faster user growth — and the company's stock dipped as much as 12 percent in after-hours trading Wednesday.
Twitter reported a loss of $511 million, or $1.41 per share, in the October-December quarter. That compares with a loss of $8.7 million, or 7 cents per share, a year earlier. Adjusted earnings were 2 cents per share.
Twitter's revenue more than doubled to $243 million from $112 million.
Analysts, on average, had expected an adjusted loss of 2 cents per share and revenue of $218.1 million, according to FactSet.
Twitter ended the quarter with 241 million monthly users, up 30 percent from a year earlier. That's slightly fewer than some analysts expected. Sterne Agee's Arvind Bhatia was looking for 244 million users, an increase of 32 percent.
But compared with the end of the third quarter, Twitter's user growth is slowing down. The company added just 9 million new monthly users, a slowdown from the previous three quarters, when it was adding an average of 16 million new accounts each quarter.
Even so, "they did have growth," said Gartner analyst Brian Blau.
"Maybe that wasn't the high standard that we have come to expect from (the likes of) Facebook," he added. Besides growing its user base, Twitter "did OK on revenue" and on other fronts, Blau said.
"They have good business standards."
San Francisco-based Twitter Inc. made its Wall Street debut in November with an initial public offering price of $26. The stock price has more than doubled since. Analysts remain confident about Twitter's business and long-term prospects, but many are calling its stock expensive compared with peers such as Facebook and LinkedIn.
Blau thinks it's too early to conclude whether Twitter's slowing user growth signals trouble ahead. That's because Twitter's usefulness isn't as readily apparent to many people as Facebook and LinkedIn. It takes just a few minutes to understand that Facebook is an easy way to create a digital scrapbook that can be shared with friends and family and that LinkedIn is a great place to post your professional achievements in hopes of getting better jobs.
But Twitter's potpourri can be confusing for beginners, Blau said, making it more challenging for the company to gain more users. "Twitter is all about connecting with real-time information," Blau said. "Once people get that, they tend to keep coming back and it opens up a whole new world of possibilities."
For the current quarter, Twitter is forecasting revenue of $230 million to $240 million. Analysts were expecting $215.2 million.
Twitter's shares fell $7.32, or 11 percent, to $58.65 in extended trading after the results came out. The stock, which peaked at $74.73 on Dec. 26, closed Wednesday's regular trading session at $65.97.
Twitter is taking tweeted questions during its earnings conference call. Anyone who uses the short messaging service will be able to ask a question directed at @TwitterIR using the hashtag #TWTRearnings. Twitter's investor relations team will scan the questions, and the ones that make the cut will be interspersed in the call's question and answer period.
AP Technology Writer Michael Liedtke contributed to this story from San Francisco.


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Welcome back for a fresh week of literary news from around the globe, featuring the most exciting developments from Hungary, Norway, Spain and the Caribbean.
Diána Vonnák, Editor-at-Large, reporting from Hungary:
A major literary event, the 25th International Book Festival was held in Budapest between 19-22 April. The annual festival is not only a feast of newly published Hungarian literature with roundtable discussions, speeches, and meet-ups, but also a hub for translated literature. This year, Serbia was the guest country, with invited authors such as Milovan Danojlić, Laslo Blasković, Dragan Hamović, Igor Marojević, Radoslav Petković, Dragan Velikić, and Vladislava Vojnović. Authors discussed the place of Serbian literature in the broader European context, and their Hungarian translators talked about the translation process.
A highlight of the Festival was guest of honour Daniel Kehlmann's discussion of his recent book Tyll, a chronicle of the Thirty Years War, featuring the archetypical German trickster Till Eulenspiegel. Kehlmann received the chief award of the Festival, the Budapest Prize, previously awarded to Jorge Semprún, Orhan Pamuk, Günter Grass, and Michel Houellebecq, among others.
The International Book Festival was not the only place where great news about translated literature could be shared these weeks. The Hungarian Books and Translations Office of the Petőfi Literary Museum announced the list of subventioned books for the first half of 2018. Asymptote contributor and Close Approximations winner Owen Good received support for Krisztina Tóth's Pixel, soon to be published by Seagull Books. We can also look forward to Peter Sherwood's translation of The Birds of Verhovina by Ádám Bodor, supported by the same agency.
András Forgách's No Live Files Remain has just been published by Simon and Schuster in Paul Olchváry's translation. The book narrates Forgách's reckoning with his mother's past as an informant of the Kádár regime. Facing family histories and friendships compromised by agent activities is a peculiar genre in Hungarian literature—and literary traditions of virtually every country that experienced intense state surveillance. No Live Files Remain is a crucial addition to this thread, a mother's story that could serve as a counterpart of Péter Esterházy's account of his father in Revised Edition.


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Politics & Government
After a much caution, BP gets okay to begin tests on stopping spill
WASHINGTON — Following a day-long delay marked by intense double-checking and a briefing for President Barack Obama, the government's spill team decided to let BP begin testing the seal on a massive 75-ton pipe fitting that could finally stop the three-month gush of oil and gas from the company's failed well in the Gulf of Mexico.
The company was scheduled to begin the well integrity testing Tuesday afternoon, but was ordered by the government to stop until experts could go through all the possible side effects. In particular, they were uncertain about the condition of the well — and whether additional pressure on the new seal would force oil and gas to leak out of weak spots deep below the floor of the ocean.
The 24-hour pause was a result of "an overabundance of caution," said the national incident commander, Adm. Thad Allen.
Mostly, they feared making an already dire situation irrevocably worse, Allen said.
"This has been a substantial impact on our environment, there's been a substantial impact on the Gulf Coast, the people and the culture," Allen said. "What we didn't want to do is compound that problem by making an irreversible mistake."
A delay allowed them to incorporate the results of seismic testing, which found none of the weakness they feared, Allen said.
The integrity testing will begin by slowly closing off the well, gradually building up pressure — a process Allen described to reporters at a briefing in New Orleans using a hand-drawn diagram on a dry-erase board. The process is expected to take about 48 hours, and will be halted every six hours to examine acoustic data and pressure levels to decide whether to proceed.
Allen said drilling experts will be trying to determine whether pressure can be maintained without an effect on the wellbore and its casing. If pressure drops, that signals there's a potential weakness in the well and that oil and gas could be escaping elsewhere. They want the pressure to remain constant.
If it continues to remain stable after 48 hours, that's when they'll decide whether to move forward with activating the containment cap, Allen said.
What they learn from the integrity testing about the condition of the well will help inform how they proceed with the relief wells, which are nearing completion. The pressure readings, for example, will help them determine what kind of drilling mud to use.
Until recently, BP officials and the government have not publicized that they may be able to shut off the well in this way — a deliberate decision, said BP's senior vice president, Kent Wells.
They had always thought they might be able to kill the well using the stack that currently is funneling much of the oil to the surface for processing. But they lacked confidence until they had done additional engineering and scientific analysis, Wells said Wednesday afternoon in a technical briefing with reporters.
"We had to continue to do a lot of the analysis we did to give ourselves the confidence that we could actually pull it off," Wells said. "We chose not to talk about it a lot until we had confidence — because otherwise, we'd be talking about something that may or may not be possible."
Their greatest fear stemmed from concerns that arose during the so-called "top kill" attempt in May, which aimed to shut down the well by forcing heavy drilling mud down it to stop the oil and gas from rising. They were never able to achieve high enough levels of pressure during that process, Allen said. They thought it might be because some of the drilling mud was escaping out of the broken blowout preventer at the top of the well.
But the more alarming was the possibility it could be escaping deep in the earth, signaling a weakness in the well bore and the possibility that it was badly damaged underground. That's partly why they halted the integrity testing, Allen said. They wanted to ensure there weren't underground weakness that could lead to oil seeping out of the pipe elsewhere — or that the earth surrounding the well bore had weakened and oil and gas would make their way out of the ocean floor into the sea.
The results of seismic tests performed this week appear to discount that possibility, Allen said, and gave the team confidence to proceed with the integrity testing.
Congressional investigators on Wednesday remained concerned, and said they wanted more information about the data the company was relying on.
Rep. Ed Markey, D-Mass., who heads the Energy and Environment Subcommittee of the House Energy and Commerce Committee, sent a letter to Allen calling for BP to release information about the integrity of the wellbore and potential sea floor leaks "in light of the delayed attempt to conduct pressure tests on the new containment cap system."
Markey had originally asked for that information last month, but said Wednesday he still hasn't received any answers about the challenges the company could encounter as it attempts to permanently stop the flow of oil and gas with relief wells.
"Everyone is hoping for a successful outcome for this capping system, and for the relief wells," Markey said. "But given BP's bad track record on all of its efforts thus far, all information about the risks of these tactics must be provided to Congress and to the public."
The drilling of the relief wells — considered the most likely method to permanently seal the blownout well — also was halted during the integrity testing process.
The government has estimated that the well is spewing some 60,000 barrels a day into the Gulf. Since the Deepwater Horizon rig exploded and sank in late April, more than 200 million gallons of crude oil have been released.
RestoreTheGulf.gov, the official website
Deepwater Horizon Response, the official site of the Unified Command
Feds knew of Gulf spill risks in 2000, document shows
Obama orders firms to change drill plans that mimic BP's
Since spill, feds have given 27 waivers to oil companies in gulf
McClatchy's oil spill coverage
Check out McClatchy's politics blog: Planet Washington


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DI Women?s Basketball Player of the Week ? No. 8
KANSAS CITY, Mo - Brittney Carter of Faulkner (Ala.) has been named the NAIA National Division I Women's Basketball Player of the Week, the national office announced Tuesday. Carter was selected based on her performances from Feb. 18 - 24 and was chosen out of a pool of conference/unaffiliated group winners.
Carter, a senior forward, averaged 26.0 points, 15.5 rebounds, two steals, 1.5 blocks and one assist in Faulkner's home wins against Spring Hill (Ala.) on Feb. 21 and Belhaven (Miss.) on Feb. 23. She shot 61.6 percent (22-of-36) from the floor and 72.7 percent (8-of-11) from the free throw line.
Against Spring Hill, the Montgomery, Ala., native tallied a career-high 36 points on 15-of-24 shooting to lead the Eagles to an 86-64 victory. She added 15 rebounds, two blocks and three steals in the winning effort, as Faulkner earned its first-ever berth in the Division I Women's Basketball National Championship with a first-place finish in the Southern States Athletic Conference West Division. She followed that performance with her 23rd double-double - 16 points and 16 rebounds - in the regular-season finale against Belhaven.
Carter ranks in the top 10 nationally in rebounds per game (12.8), total rebounds (385), defensive rebounds per game (8.4), field goal percentage (0.590), offensive rebounds per game (4.4) and total scoring (512). Her 23 double-doubles is second in the NAIA.
For a complete list of all the national statistical leaders, click here.
The final Player of the Week announcement will be on March 5. For the complete Player of the Week calendar, click here.
Nominees: Sharde Henry, LSU Shreveport (La.); Jerricka Scott, Philander Smith (Ark.); Aduago Osuala, Peru State (Neb.); Alecia Wilson, Montana Western; Kourtney Tyra, Georgetown (Ky.); Heather English, Columbia (Mo.); Courtney Sturdivant, West Virginia Tech; Kayla MacKenzie, Oklahoma City; Ashley Tate, Freed-Hardeman (Tenn.); Adijat Adams, Biola (Calif.).
2013 Division I Women's Basketball Players of the Week
Week 1 (Jan. 8): Amber Arceneaux-Francis, St. Thomas (Texas)
Week 2 (Jan. 15): Kourtney Tyra, Georgetown (Ky.)
Week 3 (Jan. 22): Tugce Canitez, Westmont (Calif.)
Week 4 (Jan. 29): Arnissa Galloway, Southern Poly (Ga.)
Week 5 (Feb. 5): Tugce Canitez, Westmont (Calif.)
Week 6 (Feb. 12): Tugce Canitez, Westmont (Calif.)
Week 7 (Feb. 19): Jenna Adams, Lee (Tenn.)
Week 8 (Feb. 26): Brittany Carter, Faulkner (Ala.)


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I'd heard that certain cultures like to furnish their deceased loved ones with paper tokens for the afterlife—think Monopoly money, paper Viagra, that sort of thing. But those iPad-lovers need their tablets for the afterlife too, according to the Malaysian families who have bought up paper iPads in bulk.
A Malaysian shopkeeper told Reuters that "some of my customers have dreams where their departed relatives will ask for luxury items including the iPad 2," but unfortunately he "can only offer them the first iPad model." Plus paper iPhones and Samsung Galaxy Tabs, naturally.
It seems in the afterlife, specs don't matter much—the paper iPads, which sell for a buck each, have a storage capacity of 888GB, for extra luck. [Reuters]
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"It's a matter of trying to find the right varieties of grapes that really grow in the right regions of the state," says Texas A&M Vice-Chancellor and Dean of Agriculture and Life Sciences.
"When you look at a hybrid grape variety like we have here, Blanc Du Bois, it was bred by the University of Florida, and it has resistance to Pierce's Disease and other fungal diseases, so it grows very well. It flourishes in this area, and makes very good wine," says Texas A&M Agrilife Extension Vitaculture Program Specialist Fritz Westover Fritz Westover.
Hussey says that wineries are a growth industry in Texas, particularly in the Texas Hill Country.
"When you produce a high quality product such is going on right here at Thomas Ranch, there's a number of individuals in terms of these wineries that would like to have the product."
"We want the majority of the wine to be made from grapes grown here in Texas, so there's a strong demand right now. The number of wineries is increasing at a rate that's able to keep up with the vineyard expansion," said Westover.
Texas A&M Agrilife Extension Vitaculture Program Specialist Fritz Westover says that Texas produces high quality wines.
"Grapes grown in different areas will produce different styles of wine, so our idea here and our goal here in Texas is not to produce a wine that is similar to California or similar to Tuscany or similar to Bordeaux. We're trying to produce a wine that reflects our area, our climate and our environment with varieties that will do well here. The same thing with our signature red grape for the Gulf Coast region, the Lenoir grape also known as the Black Spanish. Don't drink that wine expecting it to taste like a Cabernet. It doesn't have the same tannins. It doesn't have the same fruit structure."
Westover believes doing a little home work will increase your enjoyment of wine.
"But if you're educated in what types of wines those grapes will make, and you start drinking those and appreciating what they are, where they're from, and the story behind them, that's really what we're trying to do here, something's that unique."
I'm Kailey Carey looking at Central Texas agriculture, From The Ground Up.


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A New York teenager who allegedly kidnapped a woman and held her as a sex slave for more than two weeks called the FBI almost daily during the woman's captivity to tell them he was involved in sex trafficking and had recently "recruited" a woman, according to court documents.
Despite his calls to the FBI, the woman escaped on her own when she faked an asthma attack and was taken to a hospital.
The suspect then called the FBI again to ask for help in locating her, telling an agent he had developed feelings for her.
The allegations and the bizarre string of phone calls are detailed in an affidavit filed in a federal court on July 9 by FBI Agent Barry Crouch, who said he received most of the phone calls from the suspect.
Brandon Todd, 19, was arrested on July 10 and charged with kidnapping across state lines, which has a maximum sentence of life imprisonment.
The FBI, after repeated calls, declined to comment on the case beyond what was stated in the affidavit.
Crouch's report describes a menacing odyssey for a woman identified only as Cooperating Witness 2.
The victim met Todd while she was traveling from Florida to San Diego in April on a cross-country bus to visit her mother and look for work. Todd acted aggressively towards her on the bus, according to the complaint, and suggested that they get a hotel when they arrived in San Diego. The victim agreed, because she was tired and wanted to clean up before seeing her mother, she told Crouch.
On the way to the hotel, Todd allegedly told the victim there was no point trying to escape because he was affiliated with a gang and would have people track her down if she fled. While in San Diego, he broke her phone so she could not be contacted, the agent's affidavit states.
Less than two days after they arrived in California, they boarded another bus for Rochester, N.Y.Todd allegedly coerced the victim to come with him by threatening to kill her parents if she did not board the bus.
According to the affidavit, Todd's grandfather picked the two of them up from the bus station in Rochester and took them to the grandparents' home where Todd lived. The grandfather "would not talk to [the victim], would not look her in the eye, and did not seem to care that she was there," the affidavit said.
The grandparents declined to comment to ABC News.
The victim's mother filed a missing person's report when her daughter did not appear in San Diego, according to court documents.
During the more than two weeks that the woman was allegedly kept captive in Todd's bedroom, Todd would call Crouch almost daily and sometimes put the call on speaker so the victim could hear him talking to the FBI agent, the affidavit states. He told Crouch that "he was involved in human sex trafficking."
"Todd stated that the reason he was calling the FBI was that he had recruited a certain woman, started to have personal feelings for her, and decided he did not want her involved with the trafficking," Crouch wrote.
Todd also wanted to help other girls get out of the sex trade, the document states.
Nevertheless, Todd forced his captive into sex several times a day, beat her with his belt, injured her foot by stomping on it while wearing heavy boots, and only let her sleep four hours a day while laying on the floor with just a towel for comfort, she told Crouch according to the agent's affidavit.
She eventually escaped by faking an asthma attack and contacting her boyfriend while in the hospital. The boyfriend arrived and got her discharged and they drove back to Florida.
After her escape, Todd called Crouch again "hoping the FBI would assist him in locating the woman," Crouch wrote.
Alleged Kidnapper Talked Daily With FBI
The victim was initially reluctant to file a complaint because she had heard Todd talking with Crouch and he had told he was "working with the feds," the agent said.
Todd was previously represented by the Rochester Public Defender's Office, but appeared in the U.S. District Court in Rochester on July 22, and requested a new lawyer. His newly appointed attorney, Mark Funk, told ABC News he could not comment on the case until he had reviewed all of the evidence. He has not entered a plea, and no new court date has been set.


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By Adam Grant
If you want to excel at anything, it's not enough to fix your weaknesses. You also need to leverage your strengths. When Albert Einstein failed a French exam, if he had concentrated only on his language skills, he might never have transformed physics. When J.K. Rowling realized that she was highly disorganized, if she had focused solely on becoming more orderly, she might never have honed her storytelling skills to write Harry Potter. And had Dennis Rodman worked exclusively on overcoming his weakness in shooting free throws, he might have never become a seven-time NBA rebounding champion.
Before you can leverage your strengths, you need to figure out what they are. To identify their unique capabilities, millions of people have taken self-assessments like Gallup's StrengthsFinder. After filling out a survey about what you do best, you get to read a report on your top talents. When I completed one of these self-assessments in 2004, I was pleased that kindness and generosity stood out as one of my signature strengths…….


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CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa - The Coe College football team opened the 2012 season with an impressive performance in all areas, as they beat Monmouth 33-3 in front of 2,283 fans at Clark Field. It was the season opener for both teams.
Entering the game, there was a question mark at the quarterback position for both teams. The Kohawks were replacing two-time Iowa Conference MVP Brad Boyle, while Monmouth was replacing Alex Tanney, who is currently on the roster with the Kansas City Chiefs in the NFL. The Kohawks looked set in their new quarterback, as senior Jared McNutt (Warren, Ill./Warren) made the start. It was the first start since his freshman season, when he started against St. Thomas in the second round of the NCAA Division III Playoffs.
Monmouth was forced to punt on its first two possessions, while Coe saw its first possession end on an incomplete pass from the Monmouth 14-yard line. The second drive was different for the Kohawks, as they went 39-yards on eight plays for the first points of the game. Facing third and five, McNutt found junior Carvin Thompson (Dallas, Iowa/Life Charter) for an eight-yard game. Three of the next four plays were rushes by junior Gage Mohs (Fredericksburg, Iowa/Sumner-Fredericksburg), including a five-yard touchdown run with 3:02 left in the first quarter. The point-after attempt by juniorWes Anderson (Newhall, Iowa/Benton Community) missed, as Coe held a 6-0 lead.
The Fighting Scots punted on the opening drive of the second quarter, but three plays later McNutt was intercepted by M. Lafferty at the Coe 40-yard line. Monmouth was able to capitalize on the turnover for its only points of the game. The Fighting Scots went 28-yards on six plays, as Matt Batton hit a 29-yard field goal with 11:01 left in the first half, cutting Coe's lead to 6-3.
Coe made quick work of its next drive, as they went 56-yards in seven plays in 3:37. Facing third and three, McNutt found Mohs for a 42-yard gain to the Monmouth 10-yard line. The Kohawks drove to the three-yard line, where juniorKeaton Juergens (Elkader, Iowa/Central Elkader) hit a 20-yard field goal, as Coe took a 9-3 lead with 7:19 left in the first half.
Monmouth marched 51-yards to the Coe 11-yard line, but a fumble on fourth down gave the Kohawks the ball back with 3:26 left in the half. Coe lined up for a 45-yard field goal attempt from Juergens with :17 left in the half, but Monmouth called back-to-back time outs. The Kohawks then elected to go for it instead of kick, as McNutt found senior Kris Hopkins(Keokuk, Iowa/Keokuk) for a gain of 16-yards. On the next play, McNutt found senior Jared McNutt (Center Point, Iowa/Center Point-Urbana) for a 12-yard touchdown pass. The score gave Coe a 16-3 lead with :04 left in the half and into halftime.
Coe's first drive of the second half ended on an incomplete pass on fourth down, but they got the ball back after three-straight plays for negative yards for Monmouth. Following the punt, Coe went 57-yards on eight plays for a touchdown. Facing fourth-and-two, Mohs went untouched off the left side for a 19-yard touchdown. The score gave Coe a 23-3 lead with 5:52 left in the third quarter.
After stopping Monmouth on fourth down late in the third quarter, the Kohawks took over for a 70-yard drive that lasted the final few minutes of the third quarter and into the fourth. Juergens connected on his second field goal of the game with 13:26 to play. His 22-yard kick gave Coe a 26-3 lead.
Monmouth used a 63-yard drive following the field goal, but were stopped on fourth down at the Kohawk 10-yard line. The stop set up a 90-yard drive for the Kohawks, highlighted by a 60-yard run up the middle on first down from Mohs. After back-to-back draws up the middle by freshman Quarterback Mark Atwater (Cedar Rapids, Iowa/Linn-Mar), McNutt found senior Matt Barnd (Marion, Iowa/Marion) for a gain of 12 yards and a first down. Mohs then got the ball on back-to-back carries, scoring on a seven-yard run. Mohs' touchdown gave Coe a 33-3 lead with 6:53 to play.
The Kohawks finished the game with 545 yards of total offense, while holding the Fighting Scots to 249. Coe gained 271 on the ground, while holding Monmouth to 40. The Fighting Scots had negative rushing yards in the first half. Both teams were over 200 yards passing, as Coe threw for 274 and Monmouth for 209. Coe held a 37:18-22:42 advantage in time of possession, including an 11:14 to 3:46 third quarter advantage. The Kohawks were 6-of-8 in the red zone, while Monmouth was 1-of-4.
Mohs led the rushing attack with 173 yards on 25 carries and three scores. Atwater added 55 yards on seven carries, while Thompson had 33 yards on 11 carries. McNutt finished 20-for-31 passing for 275 yards. He threw one touchdown and was sacked just once.
Kuehner led the receiving corps with six catches for 67 yards, including a touchdown. Senior Jacob Workman (Chadwick, Ill./Milledgeville) grabbed five receptions for 46 yards. Mohs caught three passes for 65 yards, while Hopkins had two receptions for 25 yards.
Senior Zach West (Tiffin, Iowa/Clear Creek-Amana) led the Kohawk defense with 10 tackles, including two for a loss. Returning All-American Frank Weymiller (New Albin, Iowa/Waukon) finished with six tackles, including one for a loss. Sophomore Gaetano Tarantino (Vallejo, Calif./St. Patrick-St. Vincent) added six tackles, including two for a loss and a sack. Junior Kris Schult (Tripoli, Iowa/Tripoli), junior Mitch Montgomery (Lisbon, Iowa/Lisbon) and sophomore Dustin Elsbury(Byron, Ill./Byron) all had five tackles. Montgomery had one sack and 2.5 tackles for loss. Weymiller and Tarantino both added two quarterback hurries.
The Kohawks return to action next Saturday, as they travel to longtime rival Cornell. Kickoff for the oldest football rivalry west of the Mississippi River is scheduled for 1 p.m. in Mount Vernon.