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Expert's Rating
- Excellent 1080p/60Hz gaming performance
- Quiet under load
- Very quiet
- Affordable
- EVGA's Precision X1 overclocking software is GREAT
- No fancy extra features
- Reasonable $30 premium puts it close to entry-level GTX 1660 Ti GPUs
- Only 1 DisplayPort and HDMI port
Our Verdict
Nvidia's GeForce GTX 1660 and EVGA's superb XC Ultra custom design result in a new mainstream gaming champion. This is the graphics card you want for 1080p gaming at 60 frames per second.
Hail to the new champion of the graphics card "sweet spot." Nvidia's $220 GeForce GTX 1660 usurps the prize from AMD's Radeon RX 580, which held the title for years now, and renders even the recently released Radeon RX 590 obsolete. And though Nvidia's latest GPU technically replaces the unimpressive $200 3GB GTX 1060, it actually manages to surpass the more potent (and pricier) 6GB GTX 1060 while simultaneously addressing the most glaring weaknesses of its predecessor.
Not too shabby, Nvidia. Not too shabby at all.
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GeForce GTX 1660 Ti XC Ultra
Nvidia isn't creating a Founders Edition for the GPU, but its board partners will release a variety of GTX 1660 models for Thursday's launch. Today, we'll be reviewing the $250 EVGA GeForce GTX 1660 XC Ultra, the more affordable cousin to the custom-cooled, highly overclocked $310 EVGA GTX 1660 Ti XC Ultra that we loved so much. Let's go!
Nvidia GeForce GTX 1660 specs, features, and price
You won't find many surprises under the hood of the GTX 1660, because it uses a cut-down version of the TU116 Turing GPU found in the powerful GTX 1660 Ti. That gives it all of Nvidia's modern performance benefits in traditional games, which we covered in-depth in our Turing GPU deep-dive. As a GTX model instead of an RTX GPU, however, the GTX 1660 lacks the dedicated hardware that enables ray-tracing and AI-enhancement features so heavily promoted in more expensive Nvidia graphics cards.
As you can see in the chart above, the new GTX 1660 matches or beats both the 3GB and 6GB GTX 1060 in every relevant spec, from CUDA core counts to raw clock speeds, all while sticking to the same 120-watt TDP. That's a stunning testament to the superb energy efficiency of Nvidia's architecture, which makes rival Radeon GPUs look outright power-hungry by comparison.
Speaking of comparisons, it's worth taking a second to discuss the GTX 1660's memory configuration. Nvidia's new GPU fixes the most notable flaw of 3GB GTX 1060: the paltry 3GB of RAM stated right in its name. When the 3GB GTX 1060 launched in 2016, that scant memory capacity resulted in occasional performance issues when playing some 1080p games with all the eye candy cranked. The limitation rankled all the more with the passage of time, essentially leaving the $200-ish market to AMD's better-equipped Radeon RX 570 and RX 580.
Nvidia fixed that by giving the GeForce GTX 1660 a full 6GB of VRAM, but note that it uses traditional GDDR5 memory instead of the ultra-fast (and cutting-edge) GDDR6 variety found in the GTX 1660 Ti and RTX 20-series graphics cards. It's a smart move to save money in the cutthroat mainstream market. GDDR5 offers much lower memory clock speeds and thus much lower overall memory bandwidth than GDDR6, but it's fast enough for 1080p gaming, and it ensures the price stays right (although the GTX 1660 still costs $20 more than the 3GB GTX 1060 did at launch).
You won't find many surprises in EVGA's implementation either, but you will find plenty to be impressed with. The $250 GTX 1660 XC Ultra uses the same custom cooler as its GTX 1660 Ti counterpart. It also comes overclocked out of the box, hitting 1,845MHz rather than the GTX 1660's rated 1,785MHz. The card runs much faster in practice, hovering around the 2GHz range depending on the application.
EVGA's effective cooling solution enables Nvidia's GPU Boost algorithms to push the clocks that hard. Here's what we said about it in our EVGA GTX 1660 Ti XC Ultra review, and spoiler alert: The cooler runs even, well, cooler paired with the less-powerful GTX 1660.
"The GeForce GTX 1660 Ti XC Ultra includes the overhauled custom cooling design found on many of EVGA's RTX 20-series GPUs. Dual hydraulic dynamic bearing (HDB) axial fans emblazoned with tiny 'E's sit atop a deep, dense heat sink, and EVGA claims that the mixture of HDB fans with the tiny letters result in a 19 percent reduction in noise levels compared to competing fans with sleeve-bearing fan designs."
The EVGA GTX 1660 XC Ultra also mirrors its bigger sibling's port selection, providing one HDMI, DVI, and DisplayPort apiece. That's pretty limited, but most gamers buying graphics cards in this price range probably have only one or two monitors anyway. DVI's inclusion is a very welcome surprise—it's becoming a rarity. The card sticks to a standard dual-slot design and only needs a single 8-pin power connector, so upgrading from another GPU shouldn't be a hassle.
Despite being EVGA's high-end GTX 1660 offering, the XC Ultra skips out on some common value-adding extras. You won't find a backplate on it, nor RGB LED illumination. Neither omission is really a drawback—I dig a "blacked-out" non-RGB look in many systems—but they're worth noting.
Also worth noting: EVGA's robust support system. The company's Precision X1 software was overhauled from the ground up for Nvidia's latest GPU generation, and it's absolutely stunning—it's my favorite GPU overclocking and monitoring tool to use, complete with one-click auto-overclocking using Nvidia's splendid OC Scanner API. The company also recently started an EVGA Associates program, which is sort of like an affiliate program for PC enthusiasts. The referred buyer receives a discount on EVGA gear, and the person whose Associate Code was used to buy new hardware gets a percentage of the net sale as "EVGA bucks" that can be used for discounts on EVGA's website. Nifty!
EVGA will also provide a free copy of GRIP: Combat Racing, paired with an exclusive EVGA-branded skin for your virtual car. But enough talk. On to the games!
Next page: Our test system, benchmarks begin
Our test system
Our dedicated graphics card test system is packed with some of the fastest complementary components available to put any potential performance bottlenecks squarely on the GPU. Most of the hardware was provided by the manufacturers, but we purchased the cooler and storage ourselves.
- Intel Core i7-8700K processor ($360 on Amazon)
- EVGA CLC 240 closed-loop liquid cooler ($120 on Amazon)
- Asus Maximus X Hero motherboard ($260 on Amazon)
- 64GB HyperX Predator RGB DDR4/2933 ($318 for 32GB on Amazon)
- EVGA 1200W SuperNova P2 power supply ($180 on Amazon)
- Corsair Crystal 570X RGB case, with front and top panels removed and an extra rear fan installed for improved airflow ($160 on Amazon)
- 2x 500GB Samsung 860 EVO SSDs ($78 each on Amazon)
We're comparing the $250 EVGA GeForce GTX 1660 XC Ultra against its big sibling, the $310 EVGA GTX 1660 Ti XC Ultra, as well as its predecessor, an overclocked EVGA version of the 6GB GTX 1060. Rounding out the Nvidia side, we're also including the GTX 1070 Founders Edition and the ray tracing-capable $350 GeForce RTX 2060 Founders Edition.
We received our review sample very close to deadline and didn't have time to re-test the $200 3GB GTX 1060, but since the new GPU outclasses the 6GB GTX 1060, we're comfortable omitting the slower 3GB variant from our results. (For what it's worth, Nvidia claims the GTX 1660 is "on average 30 percent faster" than the 3GB GTX 1060 at reference clock speeds.)
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Radeon RX 590 Nitro+
To see how EVGA's graphics card stacks up against the Radeon competition, we've also included performance results from the $260 Sapphire Radeon RX 590 Nitro+ (which launched at $280 in November), the $400 Radeon Vega 56, and the Asus ROG Strix version of the Radeon RX 580. Many Radeon RX 580 models can consistently be found for $200 or slightly less on sale these days, even in 8GB variants.
Each game is tested using its in-game benchmark at the highest possible graphics presets, with VSync, frame rate caps, and all GPU vendor-specific technologies—like AMD TressFX, Nvidia GameWorks options, and FreeSync/G-Sync—disabled, and temporal anti-aliasing (TAA) enabled to push these high-end cards to their limits. If anything differs from that, we'll mention it. We run each benchmark at least three times and list the average result for each test.
We limited our testing to 1080p and 1440p resolutions, as satisfying 4K gaming is mostly out of the reach of this class of card.
EVGA GTX 1660 XC Ultra gaming benchmarks
Strange Brigade
Let's kick things off with Strange Brigade ($50 on Humble), a cooperative third-person shooter where a team of adventurers blasts through hordes of mythological enemies. It's a technological showcase, built around the next-gen Vulkan and DirectX 12 technologies and infused with features like HDR support and the ability to toggle asynchronous compute on and off. It uses Rebellion's custom Azure engine. We test with async compute off.
The first game out of the gate doesn't paint the GTX 1660 in the best light. It's only about 9.5 percent faster than the GTX 1060, and it's actually slower than the Radeon RX 580, much less the RX 590. But Strange Brigade loves AMD GPUs, and the GTX 1660 still delivers great framerates at 1080p resolution. Heck, it almost hits the hallowed 60 frames per second at 1440p! The step-up GTX 1660 Ti is significantly faster, however—as it should be for $60 more.
Shadow of the Tomb Raider
Shadow of the Tomb Raider ($60 on Humble) concludes the reboot trilogy, and it's utterly gorgeous. Square Enix optimized this game for DX12, and recommends DX11 only if you're using older hardware or Windows 7, so we test with that. Shadow of the Tomb Raider uses an enhanced version of the Foundation engine that also powered Rise of the Tomb Raider.
EVGA's GTX 1660 XC Ultra delivers much more impressive results here, beating the Radeon RX cards handily, and the last gen's overclocked 6GB GTX 1060 by a whopping 27+ percent at 1080p resolution. Games should also be playable at 1440p if you tinker with the visual settings. Again, the pricier GTX 1660 Ti is about 20 percent faster than the new GTX 1660.
Far Cry 5
Finally, a DirectX 11 game! Far Cry 5 ($60 on Humble) is powered by Ubisoft's long-established Dunia engine. It's just as gorgeous as its predecessors, and even more fun.
Nvidia's card shows up strong yet again, beating the GTX 1060 and comparable Radeon GPUs alike. The 1080p results prove especially strong, though you could play Far Cry 5 at 1440p with very few visual compromises, too.
Next page: Gaming benchmarks continue
Ghost Recon Wildlands
Move over, Crysis. If you crank all the graphics options up to 11, like we do for these tests, Ghost Recon Wildlands ($50 on Humble) and its AnvilNext 2.0 engine absolutely melt GPUs. Ghost Recon Wildlands also prefers Nvidia's GPU architecture in general.
The actual frame rates might seem slow here—they improve dramatically if you dial back from the game's borderline torture-test Ultra settings—but don't be fooled: The GTX 1660 is still over 10 percent faster than the GTX 1060, and more so versus the Radeon options.
Middle-earth: Shadow of War
Middle-earth: Shadow of War ($50 on Humble) adds a strategic layer to the series' sublime core gameplay loop, adapting the Nemesis system to let you create an army of personalized Orc commanders. It plays like a champ on PC, too, thanks to Monolith's custom LithTech Firebird engine. We use the Ultra graphics preset but drop the Shadow and Texture Quality settings to High to avoid exceeding 8GB of VRAM usage in our testing scenario, because graphics cards that exceed 8GB of capacity are rare indeed. (Nvidia's "sweet spot" graphics cards all top out at 6GB.)
The EVGA GTX 1660 XC Ultra is nearly 20 percent faster than the GTX 1060 6GB here, and could provide a solid 1440p gaming experience with a few visual tweaks. And the GTX 1660 Ti is nearly 20 percent faster than that.
The latest in a long line of successful games, F1 2018 ($60 on Humble) is a gem to test, supplying a wide array of both graphical and benchmarking options—making it a much more reliable (and fun) option that the Forza series. It's built on the fourth version of Codemasters' buttery-smooth Ego game engine. We test two laps on the Australia course, with clear skies.
EVGA's overclocked, custom-cooled card outdances its predecessor to the tune of a 22 percent performance increase. The lead over the Radeon RX 590 is slimmer, but it's there, and the AMD GPU costs more in stores.
Next page: Gaming benchmarks continue
Ashes of the Singularity: Escalation
Ashes of the Singularity ($40 on Humble) was one of the very first DX12 games, and it remains a flag-bearer for the technology to this day thanks to the extreme scalability of Oxide Games' next-gen Nitrous engine. With hundreds of units onscreen simultaneously and some serious graphics effects in play, the Crazy preset can make CPUs and graphics cards sweat. Ashes runs in both DX11 and DX12, but we only test in DX12, as it delivers the best results for both Nvidia and AMD GPUs.
Interestingly, the GTX 1660 is only a few frames per second faster than the older 6GB GTX 1060, and the GTX 1660 Ti is only a few frames faster than its namesake. Those amount to performance differences of 10+ percent, however. Expect to see the raw frame rate gap widen if you're not using the ultra-strenuous Crazy preset.
We're going to wrap things up with a couple of older games that aren't really visual barn-burners, but still top the Steam charts day in and day out. These are games that a lot of people play. First up: Grand Theft Auto V ($30 on Humble) with all options turned to Very High, all Advanced Graphics options except extended shadows enabled, and FXAA. GTA V runs on the RAGE engine and has received substantial updates since its initial launch.
This is an older game, so it's no surprise to see the GTX 1660 provide minimal performance uplift compared to its predecessor. The GTX 1660 Ti is substantially faster if you can spend more money, though. AMD's Radeon cards are left in the proverbial dust by Nvidia's offerings.
Rainbow Six Siege
Finally, let's take a peek at Rainbow Six Siege ($40 on Humble), a game whose audience just keeps on growing, and one that still feels like the only truly next-gen shooter after all these years. Like Ghost Recon Wildlands, this game runs on Ubisoft's AnvilNext 2.0 engine, but Rainbow Six Siege responds especially well to graphics cards that lean on async compute features.
That responsiveness to async compute gave the Radeon RX 580 a clear edge over the older GTX 1060, but the GTX 1660 manages to draw even with AMD's graphics card. Both the Radeon RX 590 and GTX 1660 Ti are noticeably faster—but realistically, this game delivers screaming performance on all the hardware tested, even at the more demanding 1440p resolution.
Next page: Power, thermals, noise, and synthetics
EVGA GTX 1660 XC Ultra power draw, thermals, and noise
We also tested the EVGA GTX 1660 XC Ultra using 3DMark's highly respected Fire Strike synthetic benchmark. Fire Strike runs at 1080p, Fire Strike Extreme runs at 1440p, and Fire Strike Ultra runs at 4K resolution. All render the same scene, but with more intense graphical effects as you move up the scale, so that Extreme and Ultra flavors stress GPUs even more. We record the graphics score to eliminate variance from the CPU.
This is why synthetic benchmarks are good for general comparisons and for providing a level playing field in overclocking competitions, but can't be fully relied upon. Fire Strike shows the EVGA GTX 1660 XC Ultra lagging behind the Radeon cards, but that simply isn't true in the majority of real-world games.
We test power draw by looping the F1 2018 benchmark for about 20 minutes after we've benchmarked everything else, and noting the highest reading on our Watts Up Pro meter. The initial part of the race, where all competing cars are onscreen simultaneously, tends to be the most demanding portion.
The GTX 1660 offers outstanding power efficiency even with EVGA's overclock and custom cooling solution applied. It draws the same amount of energy as EVGA's overclocked GTX 1060 SSC from the last generation, but with much improved performance—a winning combination. The Radeon graphics cards can't even come close to matching these results.
We test thermals by leaving HWInfo's sensor monitoring tool open during the F1 2018 five-lap power draw test, noting the highest maximum temperature at the end.
Thermal results under 70 degrees Celsius are great. In the 50s? That's ludicrous—but the EVGA GTX 1660 XC Ultra manages it while staying satisfyingly quiet (though not silent) under load. Such an impressive custom cooling solution on a 1080p-class card delivers great performance. Stay frosty.
Next page: Should you buy the EVGA GTX 1660 XC Ultra?
Should you buy the EVGA GTX 1660 XC Ultra?
If you're looking for an affordable graphics card for 1080p gaming at 60 frames per second—the monitor specs for the majority of gamers—then the Nvidia GeForce GTX 1660 is the card you want.
The GTX 1660 rips the Radeon RX 580 from its years-long lockdown as the go-to "sweet spot" graphics card. Nvidia's card trails its AMD counterpart in a couple of games that heavily favor Radeon architecture, but thoroughly triumphs over the competition in the other titles. With 6GB of memory, the capacity and longevity concerns that plagued the 3GB GTX 1060 are gone. And per usual, Nvidia's new GPU proves very power-efficient. Now that Nvidia GPUs play nice with FreeSync adaptive sync monitors, that's no longer an AMD advantage, either.
EVGA's custom cooling design and out-of-the-box overclock impresses yet again in the GeForce GTX 1660 XC Ultra, delivering great performance and downright frigid temperatures. It's worth the $30 premium the card costs over the GTX 1660's $220 starting MSRP, especially if you have no desire to overclock your graphics card manually.
Buy this instead for 1440p or 1080p/144
GeForce GTX 1660 Ti XC Ultra
But for as much as we love the $250 EVGA GTX 1660 XC Ultra, market pressures prevent us from awarding it an Editors' Choice award like EVGA's pricier GTX 1660 Ti cousin. That $30 premium, while reasonable, puts the card within spitting distance of entry-level $380 GTX 1660 Ti models, and as you saw in our benchmarks, the GTX 1660 Ti is significantly faster than the GTX 1660 non-Ti. A $30 premium is a significant markup percentage-wise for a GPU that starts at $220. I'd argue it's worth the investment, but this is a very price-sensitive segment of the market, and there's a good chance that entry-level GTX 1660 models will be able to deliver satisfactory gameplay results while still keeping temperatures from getting too hot. (They won't run anywhere near as cool or quiet as EVGA's XC Ultra, though.)
AMD's Radeon RX 580 still plays well at 1080p/60, and we've seen sales drop 8GB versions of those cards well below $200 at times, often bundled with a pair of free triple-A games. The GTX 1660 is a better GPU all around, but if you're on the hunt for a new graphics card, the economics of a particularly juicy Radeon RX 580 sale could sway you to Team Red. Don't buy a Radeon RX 590 though—at $260, it costs more than even this overclocked EVGA GTX 1660 XC Ultra despite being outclassed in power efficiency and in-game performance (usually).
Don't let all that market positioning talk dissuade you though. The Nvidia GeForce GTX 1660 is the best "sweet spot" 1080p graphics card you can buy, priced well, and EVGA's XC Ultra spin on it is spectacular. They're going to sell a ton of these.
If you game on a higher refresh rate 120Hz, 144Hz, or 240Hz monitor, spend the extra cash on the GTX 1660 Ti instead—you'll want the extra legroom it provides. And while the EVGA GTX 1660 XC Ultra can play games at 1440p with a few visual compromises, consider opting for a $380+ GTX 1660 Ti or (more ideally) a $350+ GeForce RTX 2060 instead if you want to push all those pixels well.


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Creating Space For Yourself
Updated: Aug 18, 2018
There are great many ways in you can organize yourself for complete elimination of hassleness from you current lifestyle. The disorganization is something we all face during our lifestyle and even as a nation. The only reason when you face stress and hardship in your life is because you are disorganized to the level where you forgot to maintain a good attitude towards life via keeping a smile all around the clock or at least keeping yourself in a mood of laughter.
There are a lot many ways to keep you life organized for example keeping similar things together. So that next time you rush out the house or rush into one you have your things at correct place which helps saving time and also keeps you organised at a thought level. The idea is to mastery your things, your relationships, your time and even your time organised.
Once you master yourself by simply organizing yourself better; then you will be actually feeling the difference or the change you were looking for so many years. We live is a messy world. There are many things which are out of place and so does we are! You matter, you count and what you do the way you express also reflect on your future.
So, project yourselves well on the situation by making your creative edges. Let not be the boss of your job become boss of your life. Let not other define you. Make yourself better, show and tell to the world how you became what you are today. It's Showtime!

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Sri Lanka
"Mrs. W A S D K Perera joined the SPC as a Tech Asst w.e.f. 01/12/84, Deputy General Manager (Marketing) from 01/11/2004 to 01/06/2006 and presently holds the Deputy General Manager (Technical, Laboratory & Production) from 01/06/2006. She holds a Bachelor of Science (Physical Science) Degree, Diploma in Management, Diploma in Business Management and Master of Business Administration. She is also a registered pharmacist."
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A 35-year-old black man developed abrupt visual loss in his left eye. Ophthalmic examination revealed a deeply pigmented mass obscuring the optic disc, hemorrhagic retinopathy, and signs of central retinal vascular obstruction. Fluorescein angiography disclosed sluggish filling of the retinal blood vessels; ultrasonography disclosed an acoustically solid mass in the optic nerve head. Cytopathologic findings of a fine needle aspiration biopsy specimen demonstrated probable benign tumor cells, but melanoma could not be excluded. Histopathologic findings in the enucleated eye revealed a large, necrotic melanocytoma of the optic disc and hemorrhagic necrosis of the retina secondary to obstruction of the central retinal artery and vein. Melanocytoma of the optic nerve can undergo spontaneous necrosis and induce central retinal vascular obstruction. Abrupt visual loss in a patient with a melanocytoma does not necessarily imply malignant transformation.
Melanocytoma is a variant of melanocytic nevus that is most often recognized on the optic disc but can occur anywhere in the uveal tract.1-6 Most cases that occur on the optic disc are visually asymptomatic, but they can cause an afferent pupillary defect and a visual field defect.7,8 Although melanocytoma of the optic nerve rarely can cause visual loss when the tumor becomes necrotic, associated central retinal vascular obstruction is rare. We report a clinicopathologic correlation of a necrotic optic disc melanocytoma that caused a central retinal vascular obstruction and hemorrhagic retinopathy.
Report of a case
A healthy 35-year-old black man noticed painless, progressive visual loss in the left eye for 1 week. He was found to have an optic nerve mass and retinal hemorrhages and was referred to the Ocular Oncology Service at Wills Eye Hospital, Philadelphia, Pa, for further evaluation and management of this condition. His medical history was otherwise noncontributory and he did not recall having a prior fundus examination. His visual acuity was 20/20 OD and hand movements OS. The left pupil was slightly dilated and there was a left afferent pupillary defect. Intraocular pressure was 21 mm Hg OU. Anterior segment examination showed scattered cells in the anterior chamber and anterior vitreous of the left eye. There was no iris neovascularization. The fundus of the right eye was normal and the pertinent findings were in the left fundus.
The left optic disc was obscured by a black mass that measured 5 × 5 mm in diameter (Figure 1). The retinal vessels were dilated and tortuous and the entire fundus posterior to the equator contained numerous superficial and deep retinal hemorrhages. A localized hemorrhagic retinal detachment extended from the optic nerve inferonasally. Many of the retinal vessels appeared white.
Fundus photograph showing pigmented mass over optic disc.
Fluorescein angiography demonstrated delayed flow through the retinal arteries and veins with hypofluorescence of the retinal hemorrhages. The black mass overlying the optic disc remained hypofluorescent throughout the angiogram(Figure 2). There was widespread vascular leakage and diffuse staining of the sensory retina in the late frames. Using ultrasonography, the lesion showed high internal reflectivity with A-scan and acoustic solidity with B-scan and measured 3 mm in thickness (Figure 3). Magnetic resonance imaging of the orbits demonstrated a small, elevated lesion at the level of the optic disc with 2 to 3 mm of increased enhancement in the optic nerve posterior to the globe (Figure 4). The lesion was slightly hyperintense to vitreous on T1-weighted images and markedly hypointense to vitreous on T2-weighted images. There was only minimal evidence of tumor in the optic nerve posterior to the lamina cribrosa. The patient underwent a systemic evaluation for neoplastic, vascular, and inflammatory diseases including a chest x-ray film, angiotensin-converting enzyme levels, and sickle cell preparation, all results of which were normal or negative.
Fluorescein angiogram taken 71 seconds after injection showing hypofluorescence of the mass, normal choroidal fluorescence, but very minimal flow in the retinal blood vessels.
B-scan ultrasonogram showing elevated mass over the optic disc.
Contrast-enhanced, coronal magnetic resonance imaging through anterior orbit immediately posterior to the globe, showing increased enhancement of the right optic nerve (arrow).
Our clinical diagnoses were melanocytoma of the optic disc, secondary obstruction of the central retinal artery and vein, and hemorrhagic retinopathy. However, less likely possibilities, including a necrotic melanoma of the optic disc or a neoplasm of the retinal pigment epithelium could not be excluded on clinical grounds.
The options of observation, enucleation, or diagnostic fine-needle aspiration biopsy (FNAB) were discussed with the patient and he elected to have FNAB prior to making a definitive therapeutic decision. Fine-needle aspiration biopsy was performed through the pars plana of the ciliary body with a transvitreal route and indirect ophthalmoscopic guidance using a published technique.9 Cytopathologic studies demonstrated numerous benign-appearing cells that contained abundant cytoplasmic melanin (Figure 5). An experienced cytopathologist believed that the cells were more suggestive of adenoma or adenocarcinoma of the retinal pigment epithelium rather than melanocytoma or melanoma. However, melanoma could not be absolutely excluded.
Cytologic features of fine needle aspiration biopsy, showing clump of cells with moderately large nuclei and cytoplasmic melanin (Papanicolaou, original magnification ×300).
The patient was informed of the poor visual prognosis and the possibility of malignancy and he elected to undergo enucleation. This was performed without complication, taking care to obtain a long section of optic nerve with the globe.
Gross histopathologic examination of the eye before sectioning showed a normal globe with 18 mm of optic nerve attached. The globe did not permit transillumination, due to racial pigmentation. Gross examination of the sectioned globe revealed a pigmented epipapillary mass measuring 4 × 4 × 3 mm and causing elevation of the circumpapillary retina. There were numerous superficial and deep retinal hemorrhages from the posterior fundus to the equatorial region.
Microscopic examination revealed scattered polymorphonuclear leukocytes, some of which had been ingested by macrophages, in the anterior chamber inferiorly. The lens was normal. The vitreous was detached posteriorly and contained small foci of blood. The optic disc and anterior portion of the optic nerve were replaced by an intensely pigmented and largely necrotic tumor that extended into the optic nerve posterior to the lamina cribrosa (Figure 6). Bleached sections revealed that the residual viable tumor cells had a low nuclear-cytoplasmic ratio and bland nuclei (Figure 7). Surprisingly, some cells contained a prominent population of large round melanosomes, including some macromelanosomes, that persisted in the bleached sections. The tumor extended slightly into the peripapillary choroid and sensory retina. The adjacent choroid and retina were necrotic and contained extensive hemorrhage. The retinal blood vessels were markedly dilated and congested. Polymorphonuclear leukocytes filled the lumen of a large thick-walled blood vessel in the optic nerve head, presumably the central retinal artery. The optic nerve posterior to the tumor showed widening of the pial septae and increased cellularity consistent with gliosis. Cross sections of the surgical margin of the optic nerve showed no evidence of tumor.
Low-power magnification photomicrograph showing deeply pigmented mass involving the retrolaminar and prelaminar portions of optic nerve and the juxtapapillary retina and choroid (hematoxylin-eosin, original magnification ×5).
Photomicrograph of bleached section of tumor in an area of viable tumor cells. The nuclei are bland and the nuclear cytoplasmic ratio is low (original magnification ×250).
The final diagnoses were as follows: (1) necrotic melanocytoma; (2) central retinal artery and vein obstruction secondary to necrotic melanocytoma;(3) hemorrhagic infarction of the retina secondary to central retinal artery and vein obstructions; (4) serosanguineous retinal detachment; (5) juxtapapillary choroidal necrosis and inflammation; (6) optic nerve atrophy; and (7) small hypopyon.
Melanocytoma of the optic disc is a benign melanocytic tumor that rarely causes visual impairment.1-4 However, this tumor has a tendency to undergo necrosis, particularly when located in the iris, where necrotic tumor cells and macrophages can cause reduction of aqueous outflow and secondary glaucoma.10,11 Although the visual loss is usually permanent, it has rarely been known to improve after the necrotic episode.12
When a pigmented fundus lesion is associated with severe visual loss, it is tempting to attribute the visual impairment to malignant transformation. However, well-documented cases of malignant transformation of optic disc melanocytoma are rare.13,14 When visual loss occurs in an eye with a melanocytoma, it is more likely to be due to necrosis of the benign tumor rather than malignant transformation. The necrosis of the tumor within the optic nerve causes loss of optic nerve function and visual impairment. Although the sequence of events is not entirely clear, it is possible that the tumor causes vascular obstruction which, in turn, leads to necrosis in the tumor.15
In rare instances, a necrotic optic disc melanocytoma can also cause obstruction of the central retinal vessels, as occurred in our patient. We are aware of 2 other cases of retinal vascular obstruction secondary to a melanocytoma of the optic nerve. In his series of optic nerve melanocytomas, Zimmerman2 reported the histopathologic findings in a case in which a necrotic tumor had caused a central retinal artery obstruction. Croxatto et al15 described a patient with a melanocytoma of the optic disc that caused retinal vaso-occlusive disease that led to neovascular glaucoma, requiring enucleation.
In our patient, it appears that the highly necrotic melanocytoma caused a combined central retinal artery and vein obstruction, as demonstrated with fluorescein angiography that disclosed minimal blood flow through the retinal vessels. It is quite possible that our patient also would have developed neovascular glaucoma had the eye not been enucleated.
Fine-needle aspiration biopsy is a generally reliable method for diagnosing intraocular tumors and pseudotumors in difficult cases. However, in some instances, it may be difficult to differentiate cytopathologically a melanoma, melanocytoma, and adenoma of the retinal pigment epithelium. In this case, the diagnosis of melanoma could not be excluded on the basis of cytopathologic findings from the FNAB, underscoring the limitations of that technique. Enucleation was justified in this case because melanoma was a possibility and the affected eye had minimal visual potential. This case demonstrates that an optic nerve melanocytoma can undergo necrosis and cause obstruction of the central retinal vessels and severe visual loss. Visual loss in a patient with an optic nerve melanocytoma does not necessarily mean that the tumor has undergone malignant transformation.
Accepted for publication March 24, 2000.
This investigation was supported by the Eye Tumor Research Foundation, Philadelphia, Pa, the Award of Merit in Retina Research, Houston, Tex (Dr J. A. Shields), the Macula Foundation, New York, NY (Dr C. L. Shields), and the Noel T. and Sara L. Simmonds Endowment for Ophthalmic Pathology, Wills Eye Hospital, Philadelphia (Dr Eagle).
Presented at the Eastern Ophthalmic Pathology Society, Orlando, Fla, October 21, 1999, and the Fluorescein Club, Orlando, Fla, October 24, 1999.
Reprints: Jerry A. Shields, MD, Oncology Service, Wills Eye Hospital, Thomas Jefferson University, 900 Walnut St, Philadelphia, PA 19107.
Shields JA, Shields CL, Eagle RC, Singh AD, Berrocal MH, Berrocal JA. Central Retinal Vascular Obstruction Secondary to Melanocytoma of the Optic Disc. Arch Ophthalmol. 2001;119(1):129–133. doi:10-1001/pubs.Ophthalmol.-ISSN-0003-9950-119-1-ecp00087
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text: Iowa Wesleyan needed a website that would allow their athletic department track traffic from printed materials and provide landing pages for the coaches to support them in their recruiting efforts. Because the website was built on WordPress, IW Athletic Department did not limit the number of landing pages the coaches could use. The coaches like the options of having personal landing pages because it allowed them to be able to text links to their recruits that provided more information. The coaches reported that the communication between them and their recruits increased with the use of landing pages.


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Winter: you either love it or you hate. Some people can't get enough of this time of year, delighting in the snow on the ground, brisk wintery walks, and the cozy feeling of wrapping up warm in a well-heated home. Yet others can't stand feeling cold all the time, the short days and long nights, and the feeling that summer will never come.
However you feel about winter, there's a lot to look forward to. Christmas is on its way, and this tumultuous year is finally coming to an end. An end to the global pandemic is in sight, and if you are a positive person you will see that things are starting to look up.
But despite the positives, winter can be a particularly hazardous time of year. The cold weather can affect your health, ice and snow on the ground poses a risk, and now we have to contend with the spread of a virus that thrives in cold conditions.
It's essential that you are aware of the hazards and you take proper precautions to minimize the risk. With this in mind, here are four useful tips to keep you safe this winter.
Look after yourself
Cold weather can be incredibly harmful to your health, and not just in the obvious ways like frostbite and hypothermia. As temperatures drop, your immune system starts to struggle, making you more susceptible to various illnesses. This is particularly true for older adults. You can minimize this risk by taking steps to look after yourself and stay warm. Wrap up in warm clothing whenever you go out and keep yourself well hydrated and fed with plenty of warming winter meals.
Protect yourself from coronavirus
Although a vaccine is on its way, the winter still presents a major hurdle to get through before the pandemic can come to an end. Viruses spread much more easily in colder conditions, particularly with more people spending time indoors and mingling with relatives over Christmas. Don't let the festive spirit make you complacent. You should take more steps than ever to protect yourself and others from the virus. Avoid mixing with other households where possible, and maintain social distancing when you do. Make sure you wear a mask in public places and ensure it is of good quality. This non-medical grade mask is washable and reusable so you can wear multiple times.
Get your flu jab
Flu comes around every year in various forms, and unless you're particularly vulnerable or elderly, you probably don't pay it much notice. But healthcare professionals are urging as many people as possible to have their flu injections this year to avoid the possibility of a "twindemic" of coronavirus and flu. This will not only keep you safer from harm but will also protect your loved ones this Christmas.
Be careful
There's a lot of ice and snow on the ground this time of year, which can pose a hazard at any time, whether walking or driving. Be extra careful when walking outside, and consider spreading sand or salt on slippery surfaces outside your home. Have your car checked and serviced to ensure it is winter-ready and well-prepared for driving in icy conditions.


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Joanna Borov is a Polish-born fashion model and influencer currently living in the USA. Not only is she beautiful, she actively supports animal charities; we love her even more! She has walked the worlds of Paris, London and Los Angeles Fashion Week but not only this, she has been published in British Vogue,Marie Claire, Elegant and made the cover of Playboy Ukraine, WHEW!
Brains as well as beauty, this power- house always has two master degrees from University of the Arts London and University of Warsaw.
So many reasons we wanted to speak to this badass woman. We sat down with her to talk about everything good, bad, ugly and how she has handled the past year.
Joanna Borov on the most powerful thing to happen in her career to date:
It's a difficult question! I have had a lot of good experiences in the fashion world, but I also put a lot of work and effort in it. I think that competing in beauty pageants opened a lot of doors for me and helped me with confidence and public appearances. For me, one of the most significant things in my career was taking part in Paris Fashion Week, as it is one of the most prestigious events in the fashion world. I'm also very glad that my photo session for Jimeye Designs was published in British Vogue and my other photos were published in Maxim, Playboy (cover), Marie Claire and other great magazines.
Joanna Borov on getting through isolation:
Last year was very challenging and unexpected for everyone, but especially for people who are involved in the entertainment industry; I was also far away from my family. I always try to make the best out of every situation and have a positive attitude but at the beginning I was stressed. When I saw an Instagram post from La Belle Foundation that they were urgently looking for a foster home for a chihuahua that had been abandoned because of the virus I decided to foster him and that was one of the best decisions I've ever made. After a week I adopted him, and it helped me a lot. I always encourage people to get a pet or to get involved with animal charity as it is extremely rewarding, reduces stress and makes us happy. During the pandemic I also stayed in close contact with my family and friends, I used to work out and hike and also started working on my first book about healthy lifestyle.
Joanna Borov on trolling:
I really like to surround myself with people who have good energy, unfortunately on the internet it's impossible to avoid bad energy. For some reason, some people find amusement in trolling and bullying others. I can never understand that, it's just awful. People do not realize how much damage can be done by spreading hate and cyberbullying. If you have nothing nice to say, just say nothing at all, it's that simple. I believe that the best thing to do is to not get involved but report it at a certain stage.
Joanna Borov on good influence:
Good influence means helping others to become the best version of themselves and encouraging people to follow their dreams. I really appreciate people who are brave enough to share their failures and talk about how they overcame obstacles. Good influence means spreading positivity and showing that anything is possible with the right mindset and good attitude.
Joanna Borov on keeping her mindset positive:
I am very religious and spiritual, and it keeps my mindset positive. I believe that what is meant for us won't pass by and that every situation has a solution. When I'm stressed or feeling down, I like to meditate, do yoga and read inspirational books. I also have a gratitude journal; in the morning I write a few things that I am grateful for and in the evening, I write beautiful things that happened during the day. I believe that we should appreciate everything we have and work hard on what we want to achieve, and everything will come to us at the right time.
A beautiful sentiment to end on, and one we can all carry with us going forward. Follow her socials @joannaborov to see the work she does and for more positivity!


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Another shocking news from the glamour world. If you have been reading non stop news about Kaizad Capadia's death, it is only because his death is as shocking to the world as was Sidharth Shukla's death. For those who do not know much about Kaizad Kapadia, this was a man who dedicated his life to fitness and fitness education. He was also the proud fitness trainer for many Bollywood A-listers including Tiger Shroff.
But what set Kaizad apart from other fitness trainers was his passion for fitness education. In 2003 he set up an educational institute for physical training education. His school called the K11 School of Fitness Sciences offers courses in physical education training and allied fields. He realized that a diploma would be a starting point for any fitness enthusiast, so he set up these courses at affordable prices. His school even offers easy installment payment options for the needy. He even started to offer the courses in local Marathi language so that nobody would be deterred from their passion due to language barriers!
It has been revealed by the Sassoon Gneral Hopsital that Kaizad was declared dead on arrival. They conducted a rapid antigen test for Covid and it came out positive. His family and friends have confirmed that Kaizad was not aware he had Covid. His death at 49 is indeed a big shock to everyone who knew him.


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Jeffrey Tambor is officially not returning to Transparent for season five. E! News has confirmed the Emmy winner's exit with Amazon, the home of the acclaimed comedy.
Following sexual misconduct allegations, Tambor previously released a statement alluding to his exit.
"Playing Maura Pfefferman on Transparent has been one of the greatest privileges and creative experiences of my life. What has become clear over the past weeks, however, is that this is no longer the job I signed up for four years ago," Tambor said in November 2017. "I've already made clear my deep regret if any action of mine was ever misinterpreted by anyone as being aggressive, but the idea that I would deliberately harass anyone is simply and utterly untrue. "Given the politicized atmosphere that seems to have afflicted our set, I don't see how I can return to Transparent."
After Tambor's exit was made official, Transparent showrunner Jill Soloway provided a statement to E! News.
"I have great respect and admiration for Van Barnes and Trace Lysette, whose courage in speaking out about their experience on Transparent is an example of the leadership this moment in our culture requires. We are grateful to the many trans people who have supported our vision for Transparent since its inception and remain heartbroken about the pain and mistrust their experience has generated in our community. We are taking definitive action to ensure our workplace respects the safety and dignity of every individual, and are taking steps to heal as a family."
After the statement and headlines about his exit in November, a representative for Tambor said that did not mean he was leaving the series. That's changed.
Tambor's exit comes in the wake of a statement from his Transparent costar Trace Lysette who said Tambor "acted inappropriate to me."
"Jeffrey has made many sexual advances and comments at me, but one time it got physical," she alleged to The Hollywood Reporter. "My back was against the wall in a corner as Jeffrey approached me. He came in close, put his bare feet on top of mine so I could not move, leaned his body against me, and began quick, discreet thrusts back and forth against my body. I felt his penis on my hip through his thin pajamas and I pushed him off of me. Again, I laughed it off and rolled my eyes. I had a job to do and I had to do it with Jeffrey, the lead of our show."
Tambor denied the allegations in a statement to E! News and said he has "never been a predator."
There's no word on how the Amazon series will handle his exit in season five. The cast for the Emmy-winning comedy also includes Judith Light, Gaby Hoffmann, Amy Landecker and Jay Duplass.
Tambor is also poised to appear in the upcoming fifth season of Netflix's Arrested Development.


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by, Nicole Rodriguez, Asst. Production Editor
This year, Manhattan College's Just Peace Club has been awarded the Don Shaffer Student Peacemaker Award from Peace Action New York State (PANYS).
The award is named after Don Shaffer, an activist who recognized that a strong New York presence in the national network of Peace Action was important. Shaffer mentored and connected New York leaders for many years and recipients of this award are those who carry forward his legacy. The award recognizes an out- standing student chapter for their impressive work and leadership in peace education and activism within their community and among their peers.
As a student chapter of PANYS, Just Peace is dedicated to social justice, action and aware- ness. The group provides a safe space for students on campus to learn and engage in the so- cial issues they are passionate about.
Just Peace co-presidents Rachel Roca and Khaitlyn Figueroa both are student organizer interns for PANYS participating in regular meetings and conferences. Roca further explained the club's affiliation to the organization.
"Peace Action New York State is our mother organization," Roca said. "Just Peace is one of many student campus chapters in the state of New York. I along with Khaitlyn Figueroa, the other co-president, are also student organizer interns for PANYS — all presidents are.We have regular meetings with other leaders from across the state and conferences. PANYS is an awe- some organization fighting for really important causes and they provide us with a lot of support."
Just Peace hosts events on different topics revolving around current events and membership interest in collaboration with other organizations on and off campus. Event top- ics range from mental health to modern day slavery to climate justice. Annual events include the Period Project where members collect free menstrual products to donate to local shelters and their clothing drive for New York clothing shelters.
Sydney Waitt, the club's social media editor, described the unique role Just Peace plays on campus.
"Just Peace plays an important role on campus," she said. "I think we're known for a lot of our annual events as well as many collaborations with other clubs. I think what makes Just Peace so special is that we are very active and intertwined with the Jasper community and that's something we're incredibly proud of."
The Don Shaffer Student Peacemaker Award is not only an honor for Just Peace, but also a reflection of the leadership role students have taken in the struggle for justice and peace.
"The Don Shaffer Student Peacemaker Award is an immense honor," Waitt said. "There are several chapters all around New York and to be recognized for the hard work and dedication this entire group, including our recent graduates, has put in feels very rewarding. I think it's a good reminder that although we don't always see the effects and results of our advocacy it does make even a slight difference, and that's a reward in itself."
Figueroa recognizes while this award means a lot, it's not the most important thing for the club.
"Being recognized for this award means a lot to our club," Figueroa said. "We hope that the small changes our club makes fosters growth for our community."
To Just Peace's advisor, Kevin Ahern, this recognition is a testament to the students' hard work.
"This is great news," Ahern, an associate professor of religious studies, said in a story posted on the college's website on Oct. 5. "It reflects the leadership role of our students at Manhattan in the struggle for justice and peace."
Just Peace will be screening a documentary with Campus Ministry, participating in MC Halloween and organizing Pandemic Peace Pals, a new initiative to connect Jaspers to new friends.


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|A woman in HCM City gets mammographic screening to control her risk of contracting breast cancer. — VNA/VNS Photo Phương Vy
HCM CITY — Young women aged less than 25 and men suffering from breast cancer has become not uncommon in Việt Nam, Dr Trần Nguyên Hà of the HCM City Oncology Hospital told Việt Nam News.
"Five years ago, few patients less than 25 were diagnosed with breast cancer," Hà said, adding that dozens of these cases now are treated at the hospital.
The latest case was a 18-year-old girl, he added.
According to him, although the prevalence of breast cancer is still lower in Việt Nam than the global average, with 23 cases per 100,000 population, the trend is increasing. Breast cancer is most common in Việt Nam among patients aged 45 to 55, younger than the global average.
The number of patients with breast cancer has increased year-by-year, with nearly 2,000 incidences at the Oncology Hospital, double that of previous years.
Dr Phạm Xuân Dũng, director of the Oncology Hospital, said that the increasing incidences detected are the result of improved awareness about this cancer via government communication programmes.
The proportion of patients with breast cancer who are diagnosed at early stages has risen to 60 per cent in the last five years from 40 per cent in the previous time, Dũng said.
"If detected at the early stages, the five-year survival rate is 90 per cent," he said, adding that this positive figure is due to advanced treatments including drugs available in the country.
However, the remaining 40 per cent of patients with breast cancer detected at late stages are a health burden for the country, Dũng added.
Hà said that 20 per cent of them were tested positive for human epidermal growth factor receptor 2 (HER2), known as protein overexpression.
It causes cancerous cells to grow and spread to other organs in the body faster than in patients with normal levels of protein, and it was very difficult to treat.
Speaking at a conference on new progress in the treatment of breast cancer with the application of HER2, which is a gene that can play a role in the development of breast cancer, held on November 4 in HCM City, Hà said that new advanced drugs, which are available in the country, help solve this difficulty.
Dr Paul Mainwaring of Centre for Personalised Nanomedicine in Australia said that they have not only helped prolong the lives of patients with breast cancer at these late stages but also improve the quality of life, which is very important.
"These new advanced drugs and technologies give doctors more choices in treatment in order to bring the best benefits to their patients. Helping patients access treatments is very vital because these new advanced drugs and technologies are very costly," Dũng said.
The cost is a common challenge for many countries in the world, including Việt Nam, he said, adding that Việt Nam's Government should have a health insurance policy for patients with cancer, including breast cancer.
"The best way to solve cancer is that people should visit health facilities for screenings for early detection and treatment. The cost for treatment at the early stages is very low and the effectiveness of the treatment at these stages is better," he added.
The conference was held by the city Oncology Hospital in co-operation with the HCM City-based representative office of Hoffmann-La Roche Ltd. — VNS


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i downloaded Sony CD Extreme and updated to build 2.0.799, so far everything's OK and it works, except it won't recognize my Plex 40x.
tried updating the Px Engine with update 327 from
ftp://eval.veritas.com/downloads/pro/ex ... ate327.exe
or with Px Engine update 358 from
http://eval.veritas.com/downloads/pro/e ... ine358.exe
(the most recent AFAIK, this is from Verita's website http://www.veritas.com/us/products/recordnow/drivers
EDIT: this last URL seems not to work anymore. can't find a Px Engine update page at www.veritas.com , there used to be one!)
in either case, if i try to start the program, i get the splash and on it the text: initializing... Loading Px Engine... Scanning Buses... Almost done... (this is the normal routine) and then i get an error dialog window titled Sony CD Extreme that says:
Run-time error '9':
Subscript out of range.
and then the prog shuts itself down.
any idea what's going on? any help?


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When women enter menopause, changing hormone levels bring about a variety of symptoms and raise new oral health issues. Women and their doctors must consider the entire range of physical and emotional health implications, including their oral health.
As natural levels of estrogen decline, women may find themselves at risk for loss of bone density. Jawbones are no different; these structures hold our teeth in place, and loss of jawbone density can lead to tooth loss.
When women lose teeth, there are other immediate considerations. One is the potential loss of nutrition, as people with fewer teeth or with problem teeth tend not to eat well. Second is the loss of confidence or self-esteem that results from any cosmetic changes to our bodies. And third, the financial cost of replacing one or more teeth can stretch even the best-planned budget.
Hormonal changes also can have an impact on the health of gums and teeth. Women may find that their gums become inflamed and bleed easily, and may discover that their teeth are more cavity-prone. Both gum disease and tooth decay can result in losing teeth, another good reason to consider your oral health during this significant time of your life.
Women may notice a burning sensation or dryness in their mouths. They also may discover that these changes cause food to taste different, leading to a loss of appetite. Be alert to an appetite loss that persists, particularly if you begin to lose weight.
If gums become inflamed or bleed easily, alert your dentist who will check for early signs of gum disease. A receding gum line may indicate bone loss in your jaw, so ask your dentist to examine your mouth and jaw carefully.
Both you and your doctor should discuss prevention techniques, including calcium and vitamin D supplements, and replacement therapy for hormones. These are personal decisions that vary from woman to woman, and your doctor is best equipped to advise you.
What you can do is pay attention to your nutritional needs. Make sure you eat a wide assortment of healthy foods. Fruits and vegetables provide essential vitamins, minerals, and other nutrients. Exercise also is important to maintain your oral health and a healthy lifestyle.
Finally, keeping tabs on your emotional health as you enter menopause is important. A healthy outlook on life enables women to value themselves and seek the care required including: maintaining good oral health, seeing the doctor and dentist regularly, and focusing on healthy eating and exercise.
By Brian J. Gray, DDS, MAGD, FICO
If you're looking for a new dentist, you'll want to find a dentist who offers general dentistry as well as any specialized dental care you may require.
You can easily find a general dentist who also offers family dentistry. If you have children, you'll want to find a family dentist who is comfortable working as a children's dentist.
Before you find a new dentist, you should take a moment to think about just what would make someone a good dentist for you.
Finding a new dentist is a great first step towards protecting your dental health. Every tooth in your mouth will appreciate receiving the best dental care!


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The day started out with banding three of our ram lambs, Merle, Waylon and Willy. They seemed to recover fairly quickly, but it is still very hard to do. Then, after animal chores, I trimmed the hooves of 14 goats (56 hooves). I improved on my technique a little this time by having the spool near a gate so I would entice one animal at a time through the gate with grain and convince them to jump onto the spool. This way I was not fighting off a bunch of goats all wanting the grain. I forgot to take a photo of the spool in action so this is Gertie standing on it after the task.
I noticed Jocko's epoxy job on his horn is breaking up. So that was a waste of time and money. Hopefully his horn will hold on a little bit longer as we are getting rid of the two younger rams.
The chicks are growing up and getting feathers. I should take a closer look and see what breeds we have. But no time for that.
It was the goat kids turn to sun themselves for the first time today. They look quite content.
I saw the first swallow of the year today. Here he is on a pole.
And while I was doing these things, Tom and Thomas were working on the extension to the garage. They got the center roof beam up which as quite a task as it is quite heavy. Things should proceed more quickly now.


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So a few weeks ago I took my son Emmett to a store to buy his sister a birthday gift.
We parked in a metered space, but when I put money in the machine, nothing happened. "Well, we're gonna be quick," I said to the boy. "It's broken."
We shopped. Quickly. Upon returning to the car, there was a ticket in the window for $25. "Fuck," I muttered under my breath. A court date was printed on the back of the paper—August 20. Which was a day I'd be with my kids from early to late. I wasn't going to drag them into a room to sit for lord knows how long. Hence, I resigned myself to paying the (fucking fuck) $25. I went to Eastchester City Hall, walked down to the parking violations area, met a woman at the window. "I'm paying," I said, "but just so you know, the meter is broken. I put money in and it didn't register."
"Wait," she said. "Go upstairs and tell the police. They'll check the meter. Call in a few days. If they found it broken, you won't have to pay."
I followed her steps. I called a couple of days later. "The meter isn't broken," someone told me.
I was also informed that I could show up at 9 am (any day) and try to fight. So, yesterday, I showed up at 9 am. I handed over my ticket. I approached the judge. He wore a black robe. He was friendly, but rushed. "What happened?" he said.
"Well," I replied, "I parked, I put money in the meter, the money didn't register, I got a ticket."
"The officer says the meter isn't broken," he countered.
"Whatever the case," I said, "the money didn't take. I swear, I'm not making this up."
He reduced the fine from $25 to $10, and I slunk away.
But here's the thing: It's total bullshit. Eastchester has a broken meter. I lose money at the meter. Then I'm fined $10 for the city's broken meter.


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Adam Clayton: Middlesbrough excited by Championship return
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Middlesbrough hope to end two weeks of frustration with a win against QPR in the Championship on Friday, says midfielder Adam Clayton.
Boro lost 3-0 at promotion rivals Hull City before the international break, ending a four-game unbeaten streak.
The defeat left the Teessiders four points behind the Tigers, who are top of the table, after 16 games.
"We're excited for Friday," Clayton, 26, told BBC Tees. "We want to start the month well and get off with a win."
He added: "When the games are coming thick and fast you get into a rhythm, you can scratch wins off and if you lose you can put it right instead of waiting."
Aitor Karanka's side missed out on promotion last season, losing to Norwich City in the play-off final at Wembley - and a return to the Premier League is again the priority this term.
"We're confident we can win every game," Clayton added.
"The Hull game was never a 3-0. We lost the ball on the halfway line when the game felt more than comfortable and they scored a minute before half-time.
"Goals change games, but George Friend had a chance after half-time which, had it gone in, it's different. So the confidence hasn't been knocked at all.
"We know we're a good team, especially at the Riverside, and if we go out and play our game we'll get the crowd behind us and get the win."


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For natural-looking prosthodontics, Moreno Valley area dentures dentist John Shea, D.D.S. has extensive experience. Our team uses quality materials and current techniques to deliver the results you want.
We'll assess your situation and design a treatment plan to replace your missing teeth. You'll be able to smile again with confidence and ease.
Moreno Valley area periodontics dentist, Dr. Shea offers extensive experience. Gingivitis and bleeding gums can be risk factors for more serious health problems if not treated promptly.
Our friendly and highly-trained team will assess your needs and design an individual treatment plan. We're here to help you maintain healthy gums and teeth for life.
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So, you've got brand new false teeth? And you think you're set for life, right? Not exactly.
It's frustrating but true: from the day you first don your dentures, the tissue in your mouth begins to shrink. Your replacement teeth are already on their way to not fitting. The ridges that support the dentures seem to have a life of their own and they begin to recede, the result? Loose dentures. The upper denture moves up and back, and the lower denture settles down. This causes your chin to approach your nose at as much as 1/16th inch per year! On top of that, the bite often goes awry, moving the upper teeth back behind the lowers.
Your appearance changes over time, your cheeks sag a little, new wrinkles around the mouth appear. Diagonal lines run from the nose to the corners of the mouth. Does the image of Gabby Hayes come to mind?
Denture wearers who refuse to succumb to a premature look of age can take heart. After all, this transformation is not caused by cheap dentures, but old dentures. It's not magic: a new denture can be made. To put it simply, the base is extended to compensate for the shrinkage in the tissue; this moves the front teeth forward to their original position. And takes years off your appearance.
Even if your present false teeth are in perfect condition, the changes in your mouth date them. In fact, don't expect dentures to last more than 5 to 10 years and still give you a natural look. A fact of life. But by replacing dentures as your mouth changes, you'll retain a youthful fullness to your face and keep a younger looking smile. If your dentures have been around a while, see your dentist and consider a new set. Old prosthodontics can make you look older, too. And that can be fixed.
False teeth, like all personal items, can be lost or misplaced. Denture replacement after losing a denture is never a pleasant experience. A person whose denture is lost or misplaced may have difficulty chewing, eating, and speaking, and may be embarrassed by their looks.
Often, a missing denture is linked to being hospitalized or entering a nursing home. Personal items such as dentures or eyeglasses can be misplaced because of an accident, sudden illness, or admission to a hospital. Also, it is not difficult for a nursing home resident or staff member to misplace a denture.
Nursing homes, similar to hospitals, are busy places. Residents often are recovering from serious illness, have recently been discharged from a hospital, are undergoing rehabilitation, or have cognitive and mental health problems such as Alzheimer's disease or dementia. If lost or misplaced prosthodontics are found and they are not labeled with something that identifies its owner, it is very unlikely that it will be returned.
False teeth can be labeled with an identification label at any time. They can be labeled when they are initially constructed, or the label can be added at a later date. A dentist or prosthodontist inserts the labels in an area of the denture that does not interfere with its function or looks. A dentist or dental technician should be responsible for labeling your prosthodontics. Do not label them yourself with home items such as a felt tip pen or marker. Denture identification can be any combination of a first name, last name, initials, or the first initial of the last name with the last four numbers of your Social Security number.
Loss of false teeth causes inconveniences and problems for the sick, the old, the mentally impaired, and family caregivers. Replacing prosthodontics also requires getting used to the new fit and appearance. Denture replacement also involves cost, arranging for a dental visit, time, and transportation. To eliminate the inconveniences of a lost or misplaced denture, consider the benefits of denture identification.
by Denise J. Fedele, D.M.D., M.S.


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Pilgrimage to Lourdes
Take a break and let us take care of you. In the comfort of the lounge bar or in your room, simply take your pick from a whole host of activities and sites to discover in Lourdes and the surrounding area. Take a break and let us take care of you.
CyclingFrom prestigious passes to lesser-known trails
Tourmalet, Aubisque, Hautacam, Soulor, Luz Ardiden... not forgetting the Col des Tentes and the Col des Spandelles. Go tackle the legendary cols of the Tour de France, or escape along mountain roads that are less frequented but just as spectacular! For a spot of intensive training or a more gentle ride, by road bike, mountain bike or gravel bike, the entire Pyrenean mountain chain promises thrills galore.


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Online Computers and Communications
Signs That a Business Network Has Been Hacked
Around 92 percent of the viruses that infiltrate a business computer network are delivered via email. Neglecting to take steps to properly secure a business network will lead to a lot of problems over time. If a business owner does not take cybersecurity seriously, it is only a matter of time before their sensitive information is compromised.
Instead of trying to handle this complex matter alone, a business owner needs to seek out the help of a company like Online Computers and Communications. Without this type of professional guidance, a business owner may find themselves unable to keep hackers at bay. Here are some of the signs a business owner may notice when their network has been hacked.
New Programs Have Been Installed
Business owners are very aware of what types of software programs they have on their networks. If a person starts to notice that new programs have been installed on their network, the chances are they are dealing with a virus. Rather than ignoring this problem, a business owner will need to act immediately. Calling in an IT professional to take a look is a great idea.
With their help, a business owner will be able to figure out what type of virus is present. The IT professionals will also be able to get rid of the virus in a timely manner.
Suspicious Emails are Being Sent Out
If a business owner has an email system attached to their network, hackers can use it to send out spam. As soon as a business owner sees that emails are going out from their accounts containing this spam, they will need to call in some help.
When trying to find an IT company to help out, a business owner needs to find out more about their experience. Choosing an IT company with a great deal of experience is wise.
Attempting to address virus issues without professional help will generally lead to matters getting worse. The team at Online Computers Support and Consulting Solutions will have no problem securing a business network. Give them a call to get more information about the work they do.


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Banks and other lenders have made the Home Loan application a very simple and easy process. But before applying for a Housing Loan, you should know certain things like whether you are eligible for it, the amount of loan you are eligible for and the process in which your eligibility is being calculated.
4 Basic Home Loan Eligibility Criteria
The very first step in Home Loan process is to find out whether you are eligible for it. In order to be eligible for availing a House Loan, you should satisfy the following criteria:
1. Age- You should be able to fulfill the age requirements i.e. your age should be between the range of minimum age and maximum age required.
2. Earning Stability – You should be either a self-employed individual/professional or a salaried employee. In other words, you should be an earning individual.
3. Financial Consistency – You should have a convincing economic status. A good and stable financial record is another eligibility criterion for getting a Home Loan.
4. Credit Score – You should have a good Credit Score (750+ is an ideal score) for availing a loan with flexibility in interest rate, EMI, and loan amount.
Calculation of Home Loan Eligibility
Different Home Loan providers have different eligibility criteria.
To find out the amount of Home Loan you are eligible for, you can use Home Loan eligibility calculator available online on the websites of different lenders.
Eligibility calculator calculates your eligibility on Housing Loan interest and tenor and gives you an approximate amount that you can avail as a House Loan. Banks often exclude certain allowances from your salary while calculating your net income. So you should be aware of the calculation process followed by your loan provider.
Calculation of Home Loan EMI
Once you know the amount of loan you are eligible for, you should calculate your Home Loan EMI.
EMI or Equated Monthly Instalment is the instalment that you pay to the lender every month till the repayment of your loan. You can use Housing Loan EMI calculator available online on different websites to calculate your EMI.
EMI calculators are very popular nowadays. They can be used easily for different loan amounts, loan tenor, and interest rates.
You can also calculate your EMI by using a mathematical formula which is-
EMI = [ P x R x (1+R)^N] / [(1+R)^N-1],
where P stands for the loan amount or principal, R is the interest rate per month and N is the number of monthly installments.
EMI calculation not only gives you the amount to you have to pay monthly as installment but also helps you in planning your financial budget.
The Bottom Line
Home Loan eligibility is the first step in availing a Home Loan. So you should compare the eligibility calculation process of different banks and Home Loan providers before arriving at any decision.
Arwind Sharma is a financial advisor with an experience of more than 7 years. He has worked for topmost financial firms in India and has been a visiting faculty at many reputed institutes in India. Currently based in Gurgaon, Arwind Sharma is a name to reckon with when it comes to financial management for big brands. A post-graduate in business economics, he is an alumni of Princeton University, USA. During his free time, Arwind teaches children from marginalised sections of society and also work on his blog.


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Allstate Foundation Contributes $90,000, Launches Purple Purse Campaign
Even though domestic violence affects one in four women in their lifetime, more than one-third of Americans have never discussed the issue with a friend or family member. Three out of five believe that it is a difficult issue to discuss.
This month, The Allstate Foundation and the YWCA are joining forces to break the silence and raise awareness about domestic violence by launching a new campaign designed to spur conversation and make it easier to talk about the issue. Based on The Allstate's Foundation long-term commitment to helping empower women economically to end domestic violence, the campaign encourages individuals to spread the story of the Purple Purse - the Foundation's new national symbol for domestic violence.
"What many people don't realize is that abuse can be financial in nature such as withholding banking information or controlling a partner's money or misusing her financial identity and ruining a person's credit. This occurs just as frequently as physical abuse," said Michele Mayes, Allstate executive vice president & general counsel. "We are rallying people behind the Purple Purse because it stands for economic empowerment and represents the center of a woman's financial domain. It's also meant to convey the message that it's okay to talk about it - in fact please do."
To spread the message about the power of the Purple Purse, The Allstate Foundation today launched www.PurplePurse.com. The website appears to be an online shopping magazine, but after scrolling down the page, the user will find a variety of information and resources specific to the issue of domestic violence and financial empowerment. The website serves as a tool to raise awareness and provides a safe and informative place for women to educate themselves. PurplePurse.com also provides a place for women to start a discussion about domestic violence..
"As the largest provider of domestic violence services in the nation, the YWCA has worked tirelessly to combat domestic violence," says Gloria Lau, CEO of the YWCA USA. "Our partnership with The Allstate Foundation to heighten awareness of domestic violence and launch PurplePurse.com is another meaningful step in our effort to end this horrible epidemic in our society."


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Funeral trends are changing, and while many still opt for a traditional service, others are getting more creative with their final wishes.
Trends change over time, and funerals are no exception. According to the National Funeral Directors Association, people are choosing to have unique, non-traditional funerals now more than ever. The Association has more than 130 years of experience tracking funeral trends and each year there is an uptick in the number of individuals who have or plan a funeral service that is not your typical end-of-life goodbye.
Why Are People Choosing Unique Funerals?
There are many reasons that the funeral industry is seeing this emerging trend. First, more people are participating in the pre-planning process. The pre-planning funeral process allows an individual to document their final wishes, including where and how they would like to be laid to rest.
People are choosing non-traditional options that reflect who they are as a person. Something to make their funeral personal, meaningful, and often, a way to leave a positive lasting memory with loved ones.
We see this trend in the rise of celebrations of life compared to traditional funerals, for example. Where people come together to memorialize a loved one in a way that is less somber and more uplifting than a traditional funeral.
How Funerals Have Changed over Time
Even funeral services that we consider traditional today are much different than funerals of centuries past. Over the years customs change, and in the 2020s they are evolving even further. Here's what funerals looked like throughout the years.
The 17th Century
In the 1600s, towns and villages struck a bell when a community member passed. The sound let people know of a death. Family members draped their houses with "mourning cloths" until the funeral service, covering windows, mirrors, and reflective surfaces. Loved ones wore dark mourning clothes to disguise themselves and ward off evil spirits.
The 18th Century
Tombstones with more elaborate, decorative carvings became popular in the 18th century, when cemeteries in America were largely known as "burying yards." It was common for graves to have both a headstone and a footstone. Funerals were minimalistic, and females usually watched from a distance as males carried out the duties.
The 19th Century
The practice of embalming in America began in the 19th century and the custom of making graveyards beautiful, serene places began to take hold. Funeral homes emerged as businesses, offering families and loved ones options for services and burials.
The 20th Century
In America, 20th century funerals evolved to resemble much of what we consider "traditional" today. They became more ritual-based, with religious services, burial viewings, and personalized services. In the 20th century the practice of cremation increased and became a more popular choice, compared to traditional burial. Today, nearly half of individuals who pass are cremated.
Non-Traditional Funerals of Today
Today, many individuals still choose to hold traditional funerals, whether religious in nature or otherwise. However, new and unique practices have started to gain traction as well.
Green Burials
Today, many individuals are choosing to have a green funeral. Also known as a natural burial, people opt for green burials that have as little impact on the environment as possible. The practice allows bodies to decompose naturally, with biodegradable caskets and a lack of embalming. This process protects the soil and waterways in the area and reduces greenhouse gas emissions.
Burial Pods
Following the eco-friendly trend, some individuals are choosing burial pods that grow into trees. These trees benefit the planet and also serve as a memorial that loved ones can come back to for years to come, offering a tranquil, quiet place of reflection.
Artistic Ashes
As cremation rates continue to rise, so does the creativity of individuals choosing the option. Today, people are choosing to have their ashes commemorated in creative, meaningful ways. They may have ashes pressed into jewelry, placed inside a teddy bear, or even made into a diamond. Other individuals choose to have an artist mix their ashes with paint to create a beautiful sentimental piece for loved ones to hold onto.
These actions provide ways for loved ones to keep those who have passed near and dear to their hearts physically, every day. It also provides individuals with the option to give multiple family members a portion of ashes to keep with them.
Firework Funerals
More people and families are choosing to hold celebrations of life instead of traditional funerals, and they are finding ways to make the events increasingly unique. It is possible to have a loved one's ashes placed in a firework, ending the celebration of life with a show that lights up the sky in memory of the deceased.
Soothing Songs
Another unique choice, individuals can now have companies press the ashes of a loved one compressed into a vinyl record. You can choose a meaningful song. Or, if you are pre-planning your own arrangements you can choose to leave a recording of your voice, leaving loved ones with a message to listen to for years to come.
Deciding What Is Right for You
If you are pre-planning funeral arrangements, or deciding on a service for a loved one, there are many ways to personalize how you say goodbye. It is a deeply personal decision, and no two people or families are the same. Whether you opt for a traditional, or non-traditional funeral, you should feel comfortable and at peace with your decision.


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Ah, Carrara Marble - the holy grail of kitchen countertops! Yes, you can have marble in your kitchen for less than you might think. Like granite, each slab of marble is completely unique.
You'll notice that marble has a much different appearance than granite in both color and pattern. More specifically, marble usually has long veins that run through the stone giving it a distinct look and feel.
Due to the limited amount of color options outside of white, marble is a timeless and elegant choice.
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While marble is one of the best looking countertop materials available, it is also requires significant maintenance.
One of the most common arguments against having marble in the kitchen is that it is susceptible to scratches and stains. Marble stains are common for two reasons: it is a very porous material and is sensitive to acidic solutions (i.e. lemon).
To prevent these stains, you'll need to seal your countertops regularly. Even on sealed countertops, you'll need to be quick to clean up an spills to prevent staining and etching.
A proven way to keep your marble countertops looking great is by having them honed. The matte finish is more forgiving to scratches and stains compared to a polished finish.
TL;DR: $75 - $125+ per square foot, installed
Surprisingly, when cost is a factor, marble countertops can be an affordable alternative to quartz or even solid surface countertops.
Unlike other countertop materials, you can't stop by your favorite home improvement store to start your search. Instead, you'll need to visit a local marble distributor. Since every piece of marble is unique you'll need to shop around to find the perfect slab in your area.
Even though we live in an era where almost anything can be shipped to your door in two days (for free!) there are still certain things you need to shop locally for. One of those is marble.
Before I reveal how much marble countertops cost, we need to talk about the countertop commandments.
The first commandment of installing marble countertops is to eliminate seams.
A seam occurs where two separate pieces of marble meet. When this happens there will be a visible line in your countertop. Not to mention, the style and direction of the marble veins will be different on both sides of the seam.
To avoid seams you'll need to find a marble slab large enough to accommodate your countertop layout. The size of your countertop can greatly affect the cost of marble.
For example, a large marble slab can cost well over $7,000.
On the other hand, one of my friends has a small kitchen with short sections of counter space. She was able to purchase small remnant marble pieces and saved thousands.
Ok, now on to the good stuff. Marble countertops cost anywhere from $75 to $125 per square foot, including installation.
As I mentioned above, these prices vary greatly depending on the availability in your area. You'll also notice price differences depending on the style and demand of popular marble colors.
When shopping for countertops don't forget to account for edge costs. Ornate edge styles can cost anywhere from $20 to $50 per linear foot, potentially adding $1,000 or more to your budget.
Marble is a timeless choice because it compliments a wide range of kitchen color palettes. While marble can be found in a variety of colors and patterns, the options are limited compared to granite.
The most popular marble color is white. Usually when homeowners think of white marble they think of Carrera. If you want a pure white marble you should actually be looking at Calacatta. In comparison, Carrera has more grey tones than white.
Don't want white? Consider looking at Botticino, Crema or Sahara Gold.
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17" Red Floor Pads - Where to use
The red floor pads are designed for polishing all types of floors. This high quality floor pad is built from very soft materials and it has no scrubbing power at all. It will enhance the look of any type of sealed floor if used with the right polishing equipment. Suitable for polishing amtico floors, marmoleum floors, lino floors, vinyl floors, travertine floors, terracotta floors,marble floors, wood floors, etc. It will only work on sealed floors. For polishing natural unsealed stone floors please use the white floor pad. The red pad was designed for use with very high speed floor buffers starting from 400 RPM up to 1500 RPM.
17" Red Floor Pads - How to use
Just make sure that the area that you plan to polish, is clean and dust free. If any type of small particles will get trapped between the floor and the pad, it will scratch the floor. Wash the floor a few times, hoover up the floor and when the floor is 100% dry, start buffing the floor with the red pad. Higher the speed, better the results. The pad wil polish the floor to a mirror-like effect. The 17" red floor pad cannot be used for wet polishing. Make sure that you polish the whole floor without missing patches. By polishing the floor with the 17" red floor pad, you will heat the floor and you will get rid of all the imperfections and markings. More you buff the floor, the better it will look.
17" Red Floor Pads - Safety
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Not too long ago A Boogie Wit Da Hoodie signed his first major label deal with Atlantic Records and as anyone knows, with great power comes great responsibilities to upgrade your sneaker game something serious.
Taking advantage of his new financial situation the Bronx rapper steps into Stadium Good in a spiffy pair of Off-White Nike Air VaporMax's where he meets up with Joe La Puma and talks kicks.
Reminiscing on the Air Force 1's he grew up on in the Boogie Down, A Boogie admits that he's not big on wild color AF1's and is more of a "basic type of guy with the Ups."
Check out the clip below and peep Boogie drop $2,500 on some Retro 11's, 5's and OVO 12's. Truth be told we're kind of surprised he didn't get those OG 5's when they dropped last year. They were everywhere surprisingly.
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