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Malpractice Attorney Spotlight: Michael W. WeberJuly 22, 2019
Position Associate Attorney at PHP Law Firm Personal Injury Attorney – Specializes in personal injury, medical malpractice, and car accident cases Education Kansas State University Lewis & Clark Law School – ...Read Full Article
June 11
Malpractice Attorney Spotlight: Ryan A. Prochaska
Position: Partner of PHP Law Firm Personal Injury Attorney – Specializes in medical malpractice and wrongful death Education: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Washburn University of Topeka, School of Law ...Read Full Article
May 31
Malpractice Attorney Spotlight: James R. Howell
Position: Partner of PHP Law Firm Personal Injury Attorney – Specializes in medical malpractice, product liability, wrongful death, construction accidents, and motor vehicle accidents Mediator – Mediation ...Read Full Article
April 23
Medical Malpractice Attorney Spotlight: Bradley J. Prochaska
Position: Founding Partner of PHP Law Firm Personal Injury Attorney – Specializes in medical malpractice, mostly for adults and children with brain injuries Education: Juris Doctor (law degree) from Washburn ...Read Full Article
March 19
PHP Law Firm Sponsored the Bootlegger's Ball to Benefit the Wichita Family Crisis Center
PHP Law Firm was a sponsor of the 20th Annual Bootlegger's Ball, the primary fundraising event for the Wichita Family Crisis Center. "The Wichita Family Crisis Center provides life-saving services to women, children and ...Read Full Article
February 26
FAQ: If I Suspect Medical Malpractice, What Should I Do?
If you have had a bad medical outcome, a health care provider has told you errors may have occurred, or you are simply not getting better, there is cause for concern. Perhaps you have started to wonder if you are the ...Read Full Article
January 22
Medical Malpractice FAQ: What is a Classic Example of Misdiagnosis?
PHP Law Firm in Wichita, Kansas, has been helping victims of medical malpractice for decades, so we've seen many examples of misdiagnosis. According to medical malpractice attorney, James R. Howell, the most common ...Read Full Article
January 8
FAQ: Are Medical Malpractice Cases Common?
Due to the fact that medical errors are very common and happen every day, many patients or their loved ones might wonder if they are a victim of medical malpractice. However, according to medical malpractice Attorney ...Read Full Article
November 27
FAQ: Why Should You Hire a Medical Malpractice Attorney Specializing in Birth Injury?
If your baby was harmed through a birth injury, perhaps even causing brain damage, and you're considering taking legal action, you may be wondering how you should go about choosing an attorney? While there are a plethora ...Read Full Article
October 16
PHP Law Firm is Recognized for Helping Abused and Neglected Children
In September, PHP Law Firm and its Wichita medical malpractice attorneys were honored as the "Community Partner" for Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) of Sedgwick County. The designation aims to recognize ...Read Full Article
September 11
FAQ: How Long Will My Medical Malpractice Case Take?
If you or a loved one has had a bad medical outcome or even death and are contemplating a medical malpractice case, you might wonder how long such a case could take? According to medical malpractice Attorney Ryan A. ...Read Full Article
August 14
FAQ: What is an Example of Medical Malpractice?
A recent Johns Hopkins University study found that more than 250,000 people in the United States die every year from medical errors. Other reports estimate the number may be as high as 440,000 people. Nevertheless, most ...Read Full Article
July 17
FAQ: What is "Vicarious Liability"?
Unfortunately, some victims of medical malpractice or their loved ones resist filing a lawsuit because they think it would be professionally and financially devastating to the provider. For that reason, it's important to ...Read Full Article
June 28
FAQ: How do Medical Malpractice Attorneys Investigate a Case?
When a health care provider fails to deliver the "standard of care" and it results in harm, injury or even death, medical malpractice may have occurred. If you believe that you or a loved one has been the victim of ...Read Full Article
May 29
Prochaska, Howell & Prochaska Moving To Wilson Estates Office Park
(Wichita, KS) – The Wichita law office of Prochaska, Howell & Prochaska LLC is relocating to the Bank SNB building at 8415 E. 21st Street North, in Wilson Estates Office Park, according to Paul Jackson, president of ...Read Full Article
April 18
FAQ: How do I Know if I'm a Victim of Medical Malpractice?
According to the medical malpractice attorneys of PHP Law Firm in Wichita, Kansas, victims of medical malpractice may not always realize they are victims. However, if a health care provider says that medical malpractice ...Read Full Article
March 20
FAQ: How Does a Jury Determine if Medical Malpractice Occurred?
If you are currently pursuing a medical malpractice case due to a bad medical outcome, you may be wondering how a jury would determine if medical malpractice occurred? According to medical malpractice attorney James R. ...Read Full Article
February 28
FAQ: Are Health Care Providers Required to Carry Medical Malpractice Insurance?
Specializing in medical malpractice, the PHP Law Firm unfortunately encounters victims of medical malpractice or their loved ones who resist filing a lawsuit for a variety of reasons. One reason can be the mindset that ...Read Full Article
February 15
PHP Addresses Opioid Crisis With Multimillion-Dollar Federal Lawsuit
"The national opioid epidemic is getting worse rather than better, including in Sedgwick County," said Founding Attorney Bradley Prochaska of Prochaska, Howell & Prochaska (PHP) Law Firm in Wichita, Kansas. "It is ...Read Full Article
January 15
FAQ: What is "Expert Testimony"?
Are you or a loved one considering or currently pursuing a medical malpractice case due to a bad medical outcome? If so, an important aspect of the case will involve "expert testimony," which is insight from someone who ...Read Full Article
January 2
Kansas.com – It's Sedgwick County vs. Big Pharma in Multimillion-Dollar Painkiller Lawsuit
Originally published on Kansas.com. Read the full story here. DECEMBER 22, 2017 03:49 PM Seeking to recoup millions of dollars of public costs of opioid addiction, Sedgwick County sued some of the nation's biggest drug ...Read Full Article
December 21
KWCH.com – Sedgwick County commissioners sue opioid distributors and manufacturers
Originally published on KWCH.com SEDGWICK COUNTY, Kan. (KWCH) The Sedgwick County board of commissioners is suing more than twenty opioid distributors and manufacturers including McKesson Corporation. The Wichita law ...Read Full Article
December 12
FAQ: What Can I Recover in My Medical Malpractice Claim?
Have you or your loved one suffered an injury due to medical malpractice? If so, you've likely considered the many reasons you need a sizable amount of money. You may be experiencing challenges in caring for yourself or ...Read Full Article
November 8
FAQ: What Medical Malpractice Cases is the PHP Law Firm Most Passionate About Taking?
Sadly, the people who contact the PHP Law Firm in Wichita, Kansas, have typically had something bad happen to them or their loved one. For that reason in particular, the PHP team is truly passionate about each case we ...Read Full Article
October 10
FAQ: What Happens After a Medical Malpractice Case is Filed?
At PHP Law Firm in Wichita, Kansas, we understand that the steps involved in a medical malpractice case can be overwhelming— especially as you strive to put your life back together. Many of our clients have wondered what ...Read Full Article
September 12
FAQ: Will a Lawsuit Always be Successful if a Baby is Harmed Through a Birth Injury?
Although most babies born in the United States are delivered without incident, 29 out of every 1,000 suffer some kind of birth injury or birth trauma. If your baby was harmed through a birth injury and you're considering ...Read Full Article
August 1
FAQ: What is "informed consent"?
As the very most important member of your health care team, you have the right to help decide what medical care is best for you. That's why, by law, your health care provider must communicate with you regarding your ...Read Full Article
July 5
FAQ: What are the Key Arguments for/Against Medical Malpractice Reform?
Back in the 1970s and 1980s, arguments for medical malpractice reform began to take shape. Proponents of reform felt that medical malpractice claims had caused insurance costs to skyrocket (for both health care providers ...Read Full Article
June 5
FAQ: Can You File a Medical Malpractice Lawsuit Against Someone Other Than a Doctor?
Medical malpractice is when a health care provider fails to deliver the "standard of care" (what a reasonable health care provider would do given the same or a similar situation) and it results in harm, injury or even ...Read Full Article
May 4
FAQ: What can I recover in my birth injury medical malpractice claim?
If your child has suffered a birth injury due to medical malpractice, you've likely considered the many reasons you need sizable compensation. You may be experiencing challenges in caring for your child and you realize ...Read Full Article
April 13
FAQ: What's the difference between a birth defect and a birth injury?
Sadly, new parents are sometimes confronted with news that their baby has a birth defect or has suffered a birth injury. While most are aware that compensation can be gained in the case of a birth injury, many are ...Read Full Article
March 23
Help Us Fight for the Rights of Medical Malpractice Victims
A newly-introduced bill that was approved by a House committee at the end of February 2017, H.R. 1215 (also known as Protecting Access to Care Act of 2017), could have dire consequences for victims of medical ...Read Full Article
January 23
FAQ: How Do I Know If My Child has Suffered a Birth Injury and What Should I Do?
Most parents experience a huge sense of relief when it's determined their newborn baby is healthy. But for some parents, that relief never comes and for others, the relief is later replaced with the realization that ...Read Full Article
January 16
FAQ: Is My Misdiagnosis Considered Medical Malpractice?
A misdiagnosis can not only be frustrating, it can also cause harm, injury and even death. If you or a loved one find yourself in this situation, you might wonder if misdiagnosis is considered medical malpractice. First, ...Read Full Article
January 12
FAQ: What is Medical Malpractice?
Many do not contemplate the definition of medical malpractice until they or someone they love has had a bad medical outcome, sometimes even resulting in death. If you or a family member are in such a difficult situation, ...Read Full Article
October 5
Medical Malpractice Frequently Asked Questions
As a patient, you place trust in your medical care team to put your health first. But the medical care you receive is not always optimal. In some cases, a doctor will do something, or fail to do something, that deviates ...Read Full Article
September 1
What Is Pain and Suffering in a Medical Malpractice Case?
You may have heard the terms "pain" and "suffering" in association with a medical malpractice case. But what do they actually mean? How are they quantified according to law? To shed some light on this topic, the ...Read Full Article
June 24
Medical Malpractice in the ER
The emergency room can be a crazy place. It has been the setting for fast-paced TV shows and movies for decades for good reason. Although the organization and treatment at emergency facilities can be top-notch, often, ...Read Full Article
May 25
Cerebral Palsy: When Do I Have a Medical Malpractice Case?
Cerebral Palsy is one of the most common developmental disabilities among children in the United States. Between 8,000 and 10,000 new cases are diagnosed each year, and there are roughly 764,000 adults and children ...Read Full Article
April 25
What Is Wrongful Birth?
Wrongful birth is often a confusing term. But it happens more than you would think. It's important to know what it is and how to protect yourself. Your best defense in any birth-related case is, first, know the facts and ...Read Full Article
April 11
Our Birth Injury Attorneys Weigh In on At-Home Births
The growing trend of at-home births is catching on because of the perceived positive benefits. There are many advantages to bringing your child into this world in a comfortable and safe place. But there are also many ...Read Full Article
January 19
Your Auto Accident Attorneys for Side Impact Testing
According to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS), side crashes make up 25 percent of all vehicle occupant deaths in the United States. Passengers involved in side crashes experience such a high mortality ...Read Full Article
January 5
PHP Law Firm – Medical Malpractice Attorneys Who Care
When you are the victim of a life-changing injury, it's natural to feel confused and overwhelmed by the situation. Due to the irresponsible actions of others, you are now faced with large hospital bills, time away from ...Read Full Article
December 18
Birth Injury Attorneys Against Reproductive Malpractice in the U.S. Military
Birth injuries negatively affect countless families across the United States each year. The mother, infant, or both can suffer severe physical injury, nerve damage, paralysis, and even death. When these injuries are ...Read Full Article
December 15
Medical Malpractice Attorneys Against Common Doctor Errors
According to the Journal of Patient Safety, over 440,000 people die each year due to medical malpractice. Injured victims face significant long-term health issues due to brain damage, paralysis, nerve damage, and other ...Read Full Article
December 7
Informed Consent and Medical Malpractice Claims
The negligence or reckless action of a medical professional can negatively change the lives of families forever. Victims of medical malpractice face extreme physical and emotional trauma, nerve damage, paralysis, and ...Read Full Article
November 10
Common Questions About Medical Malpractice
Medical malpractice continues to be a significant safety concern for patients. The mistake of a medical professional can result in severe injury, brain damage, paralysis and wrongful death. In fact, medical negligence is ...Read Full Article
October 26
Differences Between Medical Negligence & Medical Malpractice
Otherwise preventable medical errors can have a catastrophic effect on the lives of victims. Mistakes by medical professionals can result in severe physical injuries, nerve damage, paralysis, brain damage, and wrongful ...Read Full Article
September 23
Medical Malpractice Attorneys Against Infant Wrongful Death
A new baby brings a family together. He or she is a new addition that represents a hope for the future and the start of a new generation. This is why infant wrongful death is such a devastating and traumatic event. It's ...Read Full Article
September 16
Medical Malpractice Attorneys Against Common Birth Injuries
The addition of a new baby is a joyous and monumental life event for a family. Unfortunately, the negligence or action of a medical professional can have tragic consequences. Otherwise preventable injuries caused by ...Read Full Article
September 3
Medical Malpractice Attorneys Against Cerebral Palsy Malpractice
Birth injury malpractice can have a devastating affect on the lives of families. One of the most serious results of childbirth malpractice is cerebral palsy. This is caused when an infant's brain is deprived of oxygen ...Read Full Article
August 14
Why Should You Hire a Wrongful Death Attorney?
Losing a loved one is a tragic event that can devastate the surviving family. When the decedent's death was the result of the action or negligence of another party, then the victim's estate can file a wrongful death ...Read Full Article
July 29
Do I Have a Birth Injury Malpractice Claim?
Complications in childbirth can happen in an instant. The decisions made by a physician are often the difference between life and death. There is little margin for error and an OB/GYN needs to act in a timely manner to ...Read Full Article
July 16
Medical Malpractice Attorneys Against Botched Gastric Bypass Surgery
Hundreds of thousands of obese patients in United States elect to have gastric bypass surgery each year. According to the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery (ASMBS) there were 193,000 gastric bypass ...Read Full Article
June 18
Lack of Transparency in Medical Malpractice Payments
Medical malpractice victims suffer devastating injuries that can result in paralysis, loss of mobility, deformity, brain damage, and even death. Unfortunately, the health care industry is ignoring the best interests of ...Read Full Article
June 8
Celebrity Medical Malpractice Cases
Every year in the United States, there are over 1.5 million patients who become victims of medical malpractice. Nearly 100,000 of these cases are so severe that it results in the death of the patient (Institute of ...Read Full Article
May 20
Medical Malpractice Attorneys Against Emergency Room Errors
When patients are taken to the emergency room, they expect to be treated with the specialized care they deserve. Medical professionals in the ER are in charge of treatments and diagnoses that can mean the difference ...Read Full Article
May 15
Medical Malpractice Attorneys Against Unapproved Devices in Surgery
When you are a surgery patient, you should be able to trust your doctor to have your best interests at heart. You are putting your health, recovery, and life in their hands. Unfortunately, due to the use of unapproved ...Read Full Article
April 20
Medical Malpractice Attorneys Against Nursing Home Malpractice
We expect our loved ones to be treated with the utmost care and respect at nursing homes. Patients deserve timely medical attention from trained professionals who have their best interests at heart. Unfortunately, this ...Read Full Article
April 6
The Risks of IUD Medical Malpractice
Each year, numerous women choose a type of birth control to help with family planning and unwanted pregnancy. However, complications due to the improper insertion of the birth control method Mirena IUD has resulted in ...Read Full Article
March 30
Medical Malpractice Attorneys Against Early Hospital Discharge
Medical malpractice doesn't always occur while you are under the care of a doctor in the hospital. Sometimes malpractice is the result of early hospital discharge. This occurs when a doctor or physician is negligent and ...Read Full Article
March 3
Shortage of Medical Malpractice Attorneys in United States
Victims of medical malpractice suffer devastating injuries that have a major impact on their quality of life. It can result in paralysis, loss of mobility, deformity, brain damage, and even death. Unfortunately, these ...Read Full Article
February 19
Birth Injury Attorneys Against Misdiagnosed Ectopic Pregnancies
For a successful pregnancy, it requires the dedicated care of the OB/GYN to keep both mother and newborn safe from harm. Unfortunately, medical professionals can make mistakes that result in terrible injuries. There is ...Read Full Article
February 5
Your Birth Injury Attorneys Against Birth Related Malpractice
The birth of a newborn should be a momentous occasion in the lives of parents. A new baby strengthens the family unit and gives hope for the future. Unfortunately, the negligence or error of a medical professional can ...Read Full Article
January 22
Your Birth Injury Attorneys Against Midwife Negligence
Expectant mothers sometimes choose to have their baby delivered by a midwife instead of an OB/GYN. Midwives are trained and certified to assist in childbirth, but depending on their level of certification there are ...Read Full Article
January 7
Common Types of Birth Injury
Giving birth is a delicate and complicated process that requires the utmost care of the OB/GYN to ensure the safety of both mother and infant. Due to the negligence or error of the physician, however, otherwise ...Read Full Article
December 23
Your Birth Injury Attorneys Against Cesarean Section Malpractice
When complications arise in natural childbirth, an OB/GYN may suggest that the mother have a Cesarean Section (or C-section) instead. Even though C-sections are relatively common, it is also a complicated surgery with ...Read Full Article
December 2
Your Medical Malpractice Lawyers Against Birth Injury
The addition of a baby to the family should be a joyous occasion where everyone comes together to celebrate. Giving birth is a delicate process, and it requires the combined skills of doctors, nurses, anesthesiologists ...Read Full Article
November 27
Your Attorneys in Wichita, KS Against Medical Malpractice Delays
When you've been the victim of a medical malpractice injury, the amount of suffering you experience is almost unbearable. You feel betrayed by the medical professional you trusted to treat your injury or illness. Even ...Read Full Article
November 24
Your Medical Malpractice Attorneys Against Disturbing Medical Care Trends
There have been alarming recent shifts in medical care that have serious implications for patients throughout the United States. Not only are there more patients who need care, but there are now fewer medical care ...Read Full Article
November 20
Your Attorneys of Wichita, KS Against Medical Malpractice Diagnostic Errors
Medical malpractice can destroy the lives of patients. When a medical professional makes a mistake, there are serious health consequences for the victims and their families. The goal is to help reduce avoidable instances ...Read Full Article
November 18
Your Attorneys of Wichita, KS Against Repeat Medical Malpractice Offenders
When a medical professional makes a mistake that results in medical malpractice, it can have a devastating effect on the lives of patients. It can result in deformity, loss of mobility, paralysis, and even death. ...Read Full Article
October 27
Your Wichita, KS Attorneys for Fair Medical Malpractice Compensation
Medical malpractice claims are intended to help victims win fair compensation for their suffering. When a medical professional makes a mistake due to negligence, it can have a destructive effect on the lives of patients. ...Read Full Article
October 23
Your Wrongful Death Attorneys for Wichita, KS
The loss of a loved one can have a devastating effect on the lives of those left behind. If the death of the decedent was caused by the negligence or action of another party, then his or her surviving family members can ...Read Full Article
September 25
Award Spotlight: Brad Prochaska
Congratulations to Brad Prochaska for being elected the 2014 national chairman of the Professional Negligence Section of the American Association for Justice! From all of us at PHP Law Firm, we congratulate you on this ...Read Full Article
August 25
Your Wichita Attorneys for Delayed Diagnosis
Time is of the utmost importance when you have a potential health issue. When a medical professional waits too long to diagnose a treatment due to negligence, it can be a form of medical malpractice. However, in order to ...Read Full Article
August 20
Your Wichita Attorneys for Medical Malpractice Claims
When we are injured or sick, we depend on health care professionals to do everything in their power to make us well again. We trust that their expertise and specialized training will have a positive impact on our ...Read Full Article
August 6
Your Medical Malpractice Attorneys for Nurse Understaffing
The responsibility of a hospital or clinic is to provide professional and sufficient treatment to patients, so they can recover from illness or injury. It should be the mission of health care professionals to do ...Read Full Article
July 25
Your Medical Malpractice Attorneys for C-Section Malpractice
There are instances when a traditional birth is unsafe for the mother, infant or both. This is why a C-Section surgery is chosen by many mothers and physicians as an alternate procedure. The C-Section (or Cesarean ...Read Full Article
July 1
Manufacturer Representatives Scrub in for Surgery
Having an aortic stent-graft placed? Getting a knee replacement? Having spinal discs fused together with hardware? If so, there is a strong likelihood that there is someone in the operating room who is not an employee of ...Read Full Article
July 1
Hospital Employees Broke the Rules
In a medical malpractice case, plaintiff has the burden to prove: the applicable standard of care; that the health care provider deviated from the standard of care; and, the deviation caused and/or contributed to the ...Read Full Article
July 1
Using Literature to Support Expert Testimony
While experience in a specific vocation is paramount to knowledge and sets the foundation of the opinions your expert will be offering, one must not lose sight that experience alone is not always the best teacher. ...Read Full Article
July 1
Ethics of Discussing Client's Medical Care
In many cases, the mental or physical health of the client, or a family member of the client, will be in issue. Whether it be a personal injury case, a family law case involving custody disputes, a commitment proceeding, ...Read Full Article
July 1
Factors Affecting Witness Credibility
Exorbitant or excessive fees charged by experts for their work almost always trigger suspicions in a juror's mind as to the expert motivation in providing expert testimony, especially when there are experts on both sides ...Read Full Article
July 1
Rethinking ERISA Liens After McCutchen
Did the proverbial door close to yet another group of citizens seeking to recover damages in a personal injury case following the recent decision by the United States Supreme Court in U.S. Airways, Inc. v. McCutchen? ...Read Full Article
July 1
Tips for Examining an Expert Witness
The initial attention span of jurors is said to be 30 seconds or less. When information is presented orally, people tend to recall 70% of the information within 3 hours of perception, while only 10% of it is recalled ...Read Full Article
July 1
PHP Co-Ops with Rock Band Kansas for Tornado Shelter Fundraiser
The residents at Wheatlands Health Care Center in Kingman, Kansas have nowhere to go when threatening weather is coming. They huddle in the main hallways against the wall with their pillows because they have no tornado ...Read Full Article
April 1
Changes in Expert Disclosure Rules
For those of you who utilize expert witnesses in your practice, there has been a recent change in the disclosure requirements you need to make note of. House Bill No. 2473 was recently passed and will go into effect on ...Read Full Article
March 1
ERISA Liens: Those Who Seek Equity Must Do Equity
Attorneys who practice in the area of personal injury know all to well the frustrations of negotiating ERISA liens. The frustrations began with the US Supreme Court's decision in Sereboff v. Mid-Atlantic Medical ...Read Full Article
March 1
Expert Witnesses — Use Analogies and Exhibits to Keep it Simple
The initial attention span of jurors is said to be 30 seconds or less. When information is presented orally, people tend to recall 70% of the information within 3 hours of reception, while only 10% of it is recalled ...Read Full Article
March 1
Expert Witnesses: Tips on Avoiding Contradictions
Jurors actively and continuously assess the consistency of an expert witnesses's testimony. Inconsistency tends to reduce the expert's credibility with jurors. Things to watch out for in preparing the direct examination ...Read Full Article
March 1
Tips on Day in the Life Videos
A "Day in the life" video is admissible in Kansas courts if it portrays normal, routine events of the victim's daily living. It is a very powerful tool to demonstrate to a jury the nature and extent of a person's injury ...Read Full Article
April 1
Constitutionality of Non-Economic Damages – Appeal Update
In Amy C. Miller and Kevin Miller v. Carolyn N. Johnson, M.D., Docket No.99818, a physician removed the wrong ovary from a young mother during a surgical procedure to remove a diseased ovary. A jury awarded $400,000.00 ...Read Full Article
April 1
Using Medical Textbooks for Impeachment
Our firm has well over 1000 of the leading medical textbooks in its office covering almost all medical specialties. There is a good reason for that. Textbooks are not only a great source of information to "learn the ...Read Full Article
April 1
Work With Us To Maximize Your Client's Recovery
Prochaska Howell & Prochaska accepts case referrals from attorneys everywhere in the United States. A large number of cases are referred by fellow practitioners throughout the state of Kansas. Whether you want to ...Read Full Article
April 1
Winning with Demonstrative Evidence – Tips from the Trenches
Using demonstrative evidence is one way to follow the KISS principle – Keep It Simple Stupid – and increase the chances of winning your case! How do you do it? Boil your case down to one simple, easy to understand ...Read Full Article
April 1
Taking Medical Negligence Cases in Rural Kansas – Dispelling the Myth
Our firm litigates personal injury cases all over Kansas. This includes medical negligence cases in small communities and rural areas. There is a longstanding belief that jurors in small communities usually protect their ...Read Full Article
April 1
Worth Noting – Using Experts to Reduce Medicaid Liens
Much has been written about Ahlborn and its application in personal injury cases wherein Medicaid has paid benefits. To further assist practitioners in reducing Medicaid liens, the Colorado U.S. District Court released ...Read Full Article
April 1
Watch Out for the Employee Doctor – Notice of Claim Issues
Dr. Hurtem is working the emergency room at Kilsome County Hospital when he commits malpractice on a young man causing his death. After grieving for close to two years, the decedent's wife comes to see you and asks you ...Read Full Article
May 1
Non-Economic Cap Under Attack – Constitutionality Pending Before Supreme Court
There is a major case pending before the Kansas Supreme Court seeking a ruling that the $250,000.00 cap on non-economic damages is unconstitutional. Amy C. Miller and Kevin Miller v. Carolyn N. Johnson, M.D., Docket No. ...Read Full Article
May 1
Practice Pointers … Did you know?
Interrogatories, requests for production, and requests for admission may be served as an attachment to an e-mail in a commonly used word processor format. See Kan. Sup. Ct. Rule 135(c). This recent amendment would ...Read Full Article
May 1
Saving Time and Money – Telephone Depositions
From the plaintiff's perspective, there are many cases in which the lawsuit needs to be prosecuted in an economically feasible manner both time wise and financially if pursuing the lawsuit is going to be worthwhile. This ...Read Full Article
May 1
Stroke Case Settles For $2 Million
Mandy, a 26 year old wife and mother of two young children, had symptoms of a stroke. She saw her family practice doctor who referred her to an imaging center for an MRI of the brain to rule out the possibility of a ...Read Full Article
May 1
General Contractors Can Not Avoid Liability For Subcontractors Negligent Work
The firm recently settled a case involving a homeowner and his friend who hired subcontractors to complete a lake home project. Homeowner asked his retired friend to help him place a modular home on some lakefront ...Read Full Article
May 1
Collateral Source Rule Still Undecided
Karen Martinez sustained injuries when she slipped and fell while shopping at defendant's business. She suffered a back injury which required surgery and treatment causing her to incur medical bills totaling $70,498.15. ...Read Full Article
May 1
Work With Us To Maximize Your Client's Recovery
Prochaska, Howell & Prochaska accept case referrals from attorneys everywhere in the United States. A large number of cases are referred by fellow practitioners throughout the state of Kansas. Whether you want to ...Read Full Article
May 1
Prochaska, Howell & Prochaska Welcome New Associates
Derek Casey Derek, who recently joined the firm, has been in private practice in Wichita since his graduation from the University of Oklahoma College of Law in 1991. His work has taken him before state, federal and ...Read Full Article


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The past months have seen a renewed interest in the ownership of the Buzludzha Memorial House.
Since the building was nationalised in 1992, the Bulgarian Socialist Party (BSP) have expressed interest in claiming ownership. Their most recent bid was made just a month ago: a formal application submitted on 16th June 2017.
The BSP had previously filed for ownership of the monument in 2011. The preliminary request was approved at the time, and the Bulgarian government invited the claimants to enter the necessary contractual process in order to hand over possession of the structure from the state, to the party.
This offer from the government included only the monument itself, not the ground beneath it, and the BSP made no response to the 2011 proposal. The monument has remained in the possession of the Bulgarian state ever since, managed by the regional governor of Stara Zagora province.
The BSP's application in June this year comes as a late response to the government's previous offer – though now the options open to them have changed somewhat.
A new Bulgarian law passed in February 2017 makes it impossible for state property to be given freely to private individuals or organisations. Rather than receiving the monument freely therefore, the only deal currently open to the BSP (besides buying it from the government outright) would be to manage the Buzludzha monument for a 10-year period, after which ownership would automatically revert to the Bulgarian state. During that time they would be unable to use the monument for commercial purposes, which limits the potential for events and functions that might otherwise have helped them to raise the funds necessary for any kind of restoration plan.
The BSP's June 2017 application for a 10-year ownership deal was rejected on Wednesday last week: with seven government representatives voting in favour of the transfer of the monument, and 12 against. The rejection comes in large part due to the BSP's lack of any clear plan for the future of Buzludzha.
Socialist MP Krum Zarkov, interviewed by the Balkan Investigative Reporting Network, gave the statement: "The first and foremost thing is to stop the decay because the monument is in a horrible condition." Beyond that sentiment however, no actionable plan has been presented. Sources close to the Socialist Party suggest that there is still division within the ranks; some want to restore the monument exactly as it was in its heyday (an extraordinarily expensive option) while other members talk about turning the structure into a national museum, or even, allegedly, a museum dedicated to the socialist movement worldwide.
It is this lack of cohesive direction – and the absence of any written documents evidencing a consideration of purpose, costs and timeframe – that have led to the ownership bid being rejected by the Bulgarian government.
For some, this rejection will come as welcome news.
There have been widely speculated concerns that BSP ownership would establish Buzludzha as a more potent political symbol than it has been for years. It is no accident that much of the vandalism and graffiti at the site is political in nature: after the collapse of Bulgarian communism, the Buzludzha Memorial House served as a focal point for many people keen to express anti-communist sentiment.
In order for the Buzludzha monument to gain nationwide recognition as an object of significant cultural and historical value, the largest challenge has been to present it as a de-politicised work of architecture. Many Bulgarians today are fiercely opposed to the legacy of the former Bulgarian Communist Party, and for Buzludzha to be tolerated in such a society it must be proven that the monument holds no ongoing connection to the regime (or ideology) that oversaw its creation.
While the BSP themselves have expressed similar wishes for the future of the site – for it to be a place that all Bulgarians should be able to take pride in – critics warn that any involvement by the Socialist Party could risk undoing a vast amount of work that has already gone into rebranding Buzludzha as a de-politicised heritage site.
There is nothing to stop the BSP from reapplying, should they be able to present a detailed plan for the future of the site; but for now at least, the monument remains the property of the Bulgarian state.

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Be mindful of health professional/patient relationship boundaries
By Elyse Sunshine and Lonny Rosen
A health professional is in a position of power and trust and must establish and maintain appropriate professional boundaries with patients.
As such, health professionals must be aware of the required social, physical or psychological boundary or "space" needed between the professional and the client or patient. Most regulatory authorities recognize two types of boundary transgressions: crossings and violations. Boundary crossings can sometimes occur through misunderstandings and carelessness. Boundary violations are harmful and exploitative acts. Below are a few recent examples where boundaries were crossed or violated:
- A psychiatrist voluntarily surrendered her licence after pleading no contest to allegations of professional misconduct, including that she failed to maintain appropriate boundaries with her patients. The psychiatrist had hired one of her patients to act as her own private nurse after she had surgery and offered to rent her home to her, and had other patients run errands for her, including picking up medication and groceries. These were all boundary crossings in which the psychiatrist took advantage of the patients, and were considered by the Discipline Committee of the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario (the CPSO) to be failures to meet the standard of practice as a physician and a lack of skill and judgment as a therapist.
- A medical esthetician and receptionist in a cosmetic surgeon's office was also the surgeon's patient. The Inquiries, Complaints and Reports Committee (the Committee) concluded that the surgeon "clearly crossed boundaries in treating someone who was an esthetician/receptionist in his office for many years" and that he "exhibited poor ethical judgment." The surgeon was given an oral caution and required to complete a specified continuing education or remediation program (SCERP).
- Recently, the Discipline Committee of the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario found that a psychiatrist had committed an act of professional misconduct in that she engaged in sexual abuse of a patient. The boundary issues began when, during an appointment with a patient, the psychiatrist began to cry and disclosed to her patient her marital problems. The patient was unsure what to do and gave her a hug. Later he invited the psychiatrist to his house to have dinner with him and his wife. She accepted. The two began to see each other socially. The relationship escalated to a sexual relationship over a period of four years, while the psychiatrist was still treating the patient. Following an investigation, the Discipline Committee ordered the Registrar to revoke the psychiatrist's certificate of registration and she was to appear before the panel to be reprimanded.
- In another case, a psychologist's patient made a complaint to the College of Psychologists of Ontario (the CPO) regarding certain concerns he had during his treatment. The Committee considered the complaint and issued advice and two cautions to the psychologist. One caution related to professional boundaries. Two years later, the psychologist sent an aggressive message to the same patient's wife on Facebook after reading a negative review on the website RateMD (alleging it was the patient who wrote the review). The psychologist also responded aggressively to the complaint on RateMD. The Committee characterized the psychologist's communications as "demonstrating a pattern of engaging in boundary violations." The Committee issued a caution and required the psychologist to complete a SCERP. The Health Professions Appeal and Review Board confirmed this decision.
Why these boundary crossings were harmful
The common element in cases where boundary crossings result in discipline or remedial measures such as cautions and SCERPS is that they result in a risk of harm to the patient or client or to the professional-patient relationship, and it matters not whether the treatment relationship commenced after the social/employment/other relationship. The currency of dual relationships can always result in boundary crossings.
The CPSO Discipline Committee noted that even though the psychiatrist in the first example stated that there "is no pressure" for the patient to accept her offer to be her nurse, the therapist-patient relationship resulted in an inherent pressure that could not be eliminated. The risk of harm from employing or offering to rent a home to a patient was that tension in that relationship could result in tension within the professional-patient relationship and an ultimate severing of same, to the detriment of the client or patient. Similarly, personal disclosures to a patient, communications via Facebook or other public sites or communications with a patient's spouse could have the effect of blurring boundaries and undermining the treatment relationship. Finally, the fact that a patient may be the one who initiated any social or sexual relationship is irrelevant; if the health professional acquiesces and participates in such relationship, she will have crossed a fundamental boundary and can expect to face consequences that may range from a caution to sanctions up to and including revocation.
Health professionals should always be mindful of the requisite boundaries in a relationship with a patient. If a health professional finds themselves in a situation where the boundaries are unclear, it is best to approach the situation with caution. Most health professional colleges have policies or guidelines on maintaining the appropriate boundaries with patients. If you have a question about professional boundaries or the case discussed above, please contact us.
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Reclaiming All-Hallow's Eve/
My mother emigrated from Poland to America in the late 1980's. To this day, she recalls Halloween as being one of the greatest culture shocks of her life. She would often tell me that American Halloween is empty of true meaning, that it's hollow rather than hallow. She couldn't wrap her mind around the idea of children running around yards filled with plastic bones, cardboard tombstones, carved pumpkins, and faux cobwebs trying to fill their pillowcases or plastic jack-o-lanterns to the rim with candy from strangers; amassing as much candy as possible has become the focal point of the holiday.Read More


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Home & Garden
How to grow a terrarium
Growing succulents in an open terrarium is a snap, says Michelle Slatalla, editor of Gardenista.
"All you have to do is find a few like-minded plants, introduce them to each other, and place them in an environment they like," she says. "Then leave them alone to get to know each other. That's pretty much all there is to creating an open terrarium."
A larger DIY terrarium you and your kids create can be just the thing for an Easter table centerpiece. Surround it with some mini bunnies and colorful eggs and you have nature at its best. Easy-care smaller terrariums can make thoughtful Mother's Day gifts for the women in your life.
Here are Slatalla's step-by-step, no-fail instructions:
Need to know: There are two kinds of terrariums: open vessels (for succulents and cacti) and closed containers for humidity-loving plants. An open terrarium will dry out quickly; it's suitable for plants that love sun and don't require a moist environment.
Keep it simple: The only materials you need besides a container are pebbles, charcoal, soil, small succulents and herb snips to trim them.
1 Spread a 1- to 2-inch base of pebbles at the bottom of the container. This will aid drainage if you water the terrarium (which you should do only once a month – and then, with teaspoons of water).
2 Sprinkle a 1-inch layer of charcoal on top of the pebbles to filter the soil.
3 Add a 2-inch layer of cactus potting soil (it's specially formulated for succulents and other plants that like a dry environment).
4 Before planting them, arrange the succulents in the container with plenty of room to grow. Don't overcrowd them. Trim with herb snips, if necessary, to give them room to breathe.
5 Hollow out a spot in the potting soil for the plants. Firmly pat soil to cover their roots. Give each plant a teaspoonful of water but don't overwater.


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Decentralization in a business environment is the shifting of responsibility and authority away from corporate headquarters and down into the organization. This may mean that decision making is shifted to division heads, or further down to department managers or individual employees. The extent of decentralization can vary substantially. For example, the ability to hire and fire may be pushed down to the department managers, while the company president reserves the right to approve expenditures for more expensive fixed assets, as well as to spin off subsidiaries or acquire other entities.
The decentralization concept is particularly effective in highly competitive environments, where decision making must be immediate in order to react to local conditions. There is no time to prepare a business case and run it up through the corporate hierarchy for a decision. Instead, the ability to shift assets, hire and fire, and set local strategy is settled upon the local management team.
Decentralization is less necessary in monopoly or oligopoly situations, where there is little change in the competitive environment for long periods of time. In this situation, a small group of senior managers may be more effective in running an organization.
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As our Season of Discord hit its crest, I started pondering things at the foundational level. I thought: once we finally got out of this reactive era, what proactive steps could we take to begin injecting Better Things into our midst? What anchors could we begin putting into place – things more solid than simply 'trying harder'?
I opted for a high-level overview of the virtues we most needed MORE OF! at our house… no-brainer, kid-perfect ones like minding your own business, sharing, being patient. I made a list of our top ten and found a Bible verse to go with each. The list-topper, I knew, had to be self-control. We'd all lost every shred of it, or so it seemed, and it was contributing greatly to our chaos. Because we need self-control to hold back our complaints (or tantrums), curb our tongues, follow through with obedience and/or responsibility, choose kindness, seek God. I certainly need it every bit as much as my kids do… and maybe more. Goodness knows our culture does everything possible to erode this quality in the life of our corporate culture.
In the end, the Self-Control Focus of the past month has turned out to be a four-pronged attack.
1. The Verse. "A fool gives full vent to his anger, but a wise man keeps himself under control." (Proverbs 29:11). We learned it together, recited it every morning at breakfast, and talked about it. What does it mean to keep yourself under control? Why is it wise to keep yourself under control? What does "full vent" mean, and why is it foolish to give full vent to things like anger?
2. The Song. I remembered a song about self-control that I learned as a kid with comical lyrics and a catchy tune… I could still sing it basically verbatim, and I was sure I hadn't heard it since at least 1986. But sure enough, "Self-Control" on the Music Machine album was still available on the interwebs, so I purchased the CD and played it for my kids. The apples evidently didn't fall too far from the old tree on this one, because they love this song as much as I did (and do). The verses are about stubbing your toe (oh!) and not brushing your teeth (oh me!), and they're just perfect. So we played it a lot and sang it a lot and laughed about how silly it is when you lose your self-control. Inject a little fun into the study at nobody's expense – always a win.
3. The Silent Minute. When things get overly loud and chaotic and crazy at our house, as they often do, I needed a quick-turn method to reverse it. I needed to be able to pull something out of my pocket to quickly get everyone to regroup. What I came up with was the "Silent Minute." I say, "Silent Minute — ready, set, go!" Then I pull out my stopwatch and clock 60 seconds while each kid sits individually and quietly, not talking or laughing. Afterwards they each get a chocolate chip as a reward (or, if they failed to get through the silent minute without talking or laughing, another Silent Minute). What do I get? Sanity, a game-changer, and enough time to figure out how to regroup and redirect. It was actually quite easy and quick to train and implement, and my kids love it. They feel they accomplished something, and who doesn't love a random chocolate chip?
4. Habit-tracking. This one I'm still experimenting with… But what I realized was, low self-control yields poor habits and a continuation – even escalation – of problematic behaviors. I see it in myself – for example: when I don't control my media usage well, I become a slave to my phone quite quickly, pulling it out whenever I get a quiet minute. This behavior then further erodes my self-control, and down the spiral goes. My kids have the same thing. With my eldest, I began having him write a tally mark on a paper every time he exhibited his poor behavior (in this case, self-pitying complaining offered in a fit-type manner), just so we could see the influence of the habit throughout the day. The very act of writing up the tally mark called attention to the habit in an objective way, allowing us to quantify it and work toward decreasing it. It was helpful, at least for a short season (we're doing it for a week). The next step will probably be to reverse the tallies so they represent the triumph of self-control over the habit — perhaps say, at the outset of the behavior, "Now is the moment to choose self-control," and if he can suppress the impulse, then chalk up a mark for that success.
These things have been helpful, and God has used them on our behalf. They have not – as you've likely guessed- been a panacea or a magic wand granting us all complete control over our actions. But I daresay that they have helped us bring the language and essence of self-control back into our daily landscape in a way that we desperately needed.Because self-control is a lovely gift that God brings us by his Holy Spirit, allowing us to bring His power to bear over our temptations, impulses, and emotions. So we need not be ruled by them, but rather can be ruled by Him and His goodness.
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KANSAS CITY, Mo. -- April is "Stress Awareness Month" and an important component of managing your stress level is understanding what foods in your diet are causing your body stress. Assistant personal training manager with Life Time Fitness Jennifer Havicon shares what foods cause more stress than others. Havicon also shared some foods that will help alleviate stress.
Foods that cause stress:
• Gluten
• Dairy
• Eggs
• Peanuts
• Soy
• Added Sugars
Foods that alleviate stress:
• ½ plate of non-starchy vegetables
• Quality protein sources
• Healthy fats
• Organic produce
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You wish to shed extra pounds, proper? This machine is specifically designed to offer cardio workouts. The rowing machine, also referred to as a row ergometer, works your lower physique and the pulling muscle tissue of your higher body. Many research show that low-impact elliptical machines have potential to boost heart fee and burn energy simply as well as working. Don't trust the energy burned" numbers displayed on cardio machines.
Outfit your private home fitness center with a brand new treadmill , elliptical machine or exercise bike A cardio workout may be an essential part of a healthy life-style, so getting the best equipment can help give your training the overhaul it wants. On the cycle, stairclimber, or elliptical machine, that means putting the machine on level 1 or 2. On the rowing machine, that equates to setting the strain on its lowest setting or rowing at a a lot slower pace than ordinary.
It is fairly compact that you can do rowing train in entrance of the TELEVISION and after ending the exercise , you'll be able to disguise it. This is not possible with a stationary bike and treadmill. Cardio machines can present a superb break from running …Read More →


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I started the day by photographing Melissa getting ready in the locker room at the country club ahead of the ceremony. I could already tell that this was going to be a perfect wedding to photograph because, even late into October, we still had those amazing fall foliage colors and warm, sunny weather—not to mention a warm, sunny bride who was brimming with joy! I always tell my couples to plan ahead for the weather, but sometimes, Mother Nature provides the kind of backdrop you simply can't ask for!Read More
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Eccentric and colourful, Kate Miller- Heidke is as pretty as a picture – and talented too. Kate speaks exclusively with Candice Rose for Focus Magazine in the lead up to FOTSUN.
To be honest, I am normally not a big fan of those big industry functions, and it can be pretty boring sometimes. It starts to get a bit like speech night towards the end. But I did have a really great time at the ARIAS this year – especially after last year, which was my first time at the ARIAS and I had to perform – it was a lot of pressure and nervous anxiety and excitement all rolled into one. This time, it was a lot more relaxed, and I got to just enjoy the music and have a great time! (Laughs) I did go partying afterwards and got to hang out with Molly Meldrum and those usual kind of people – which was good fun too!
> You're coming to Port Macquarie for FOTSUN. Have you been here before? What do you enjoy most about performing at festivals?
No, I haven't been there, but I have heard that it is an extremely beautiful place and I am looking forward to it.
I love playing at festivals, as there is something about them that is so special in the vibe.
And having a whole bunch of people gathered in the open air to enjoy the music is special too. Everyone is always in a great mood, and I am also looking forward to checking out some of the other acts as well.
> What was it like growing up in Brisbane?
Brisbane still has that kind of country town mentality, despite being a city. It's relaxed and the pace of life is slow … at the moment my life is quite busy and hectic, and to come home to see my family and friends is beautiful.
It's probably like Port Macquarie, where you can't leave the place without seeing someone you know, and that's kind of comforting.
> What is the hardest and easiest part of your job as a well known musician?
(Laughs) Well, to me it doesn't feel like a job! It feels like a lifestyle, almost like a calling. It's chosen me in a way. Like all things, there will be hard parts and easy parts about it, you know. I think the hardest part of it is to really grasp how lucky I am to be doing this every day and to not take anything for granted. I am lucky to not be a musician who is struggling, trying to work another crappy day job and play crappy gigs. And sometimes, I can get caught up in all the day to day dramas, and I can find myself unappreciative of all the great stuff. So that is something I am kind of working on, not taking this life of mine for granted.
As far as the easy part goes, well you know – being able to live my life through music is an incredible privilege and I love, love, love performing and getting up on stage with my band, whom I have been playing with for the last few years now. All of them are great musicians. We have a great chemistry. That makes it a whole lot of fun, and we all get a buzz when coming to the stage.
> You've shared the stage with female artists like Chrissy Amphlett, Cyndi Lauper and Jenny Morris. What's it like to be considered with that calibre of performer?
Oh well, I don't know if I can be considered in their league, but it's definitely an honour to be working with those people in the industry. And most of all, it's inspiring. We opened for Cyndi when she came out in February, and she was a big inspiration. And Chrissy too. She has always been one of my heroes, and as an Australian, she is so fearless and gutsy, and it's a good thing. It's a great thing.
> Speaking of fearless, you said that's how you wanted to approach your new album. Do you think that's what you've achieved with 'Curiouser'?
Yeah! I really approached the recording with that fun and experimental view, and that was the kind of guiding light. Sometimes it is hard to get a perspective on what you are doing – you get wrapped up in yourself as a songwriter. But I kept following that beacon of fun and groove, and the joy of pop music, and I think you can't go far wrong with that perspective.
> You have studied music your whole life – particularly classical. Has this been important to you in your career?
I did study classical music at the Conservatorium in Brisbane, and it has been a huge influence on my style and the way that I sing and the approach of using my voice. I like to use my voice as an instrument and play around with the extremities of it.
It is something that has drawn people to my music I think, because it makes what I do unique – and I thank that background that I have.
> The film clip for 'Words' and 'Can't Shake It' are fantastic! What is it like putting together a music video that requires so many theatrics?
Well, thank you for that! It's a whole bunch of fun; I really enjoy that side to the business. Theatrics are certainly a big piece of our live show as well. It's fun to take on characters with the film clips, and I enjoy it. It's a lot of hard work though – especially with 'Can't Shake It', with all the aerobics (laughs)!
> What will audiences be experiencing at your live show in December?
We're going to be bringing all the new stuff and a little old stuff too. There will be heaps of energy, and ridiculousness and silliness, theatrics, choreography and much, much more!
> Thanks so much Kate!


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As UK old crop wheat futures are now irrelevant, as prices are now determined by old-fashioned physical trading. Last Friday physical wheat for May delivery to a Hampshire mill was valued at £155/t, and a week later is £156/t.
November wheat futures closed at £153.75 last Friday and today closed at £151.95/t. Thus, there is a divergence between a slightly rising old crop where physical wheat is increasingly difficult to find, and falling futures on new crop where fears of supply are easing. Old crop wheat feels as if it is scarce or as if remaining pockets are held in strong hands as flour and feed millers continue to mainly trade on a spot basis meaning prices are well supported as supplies diminish. Increased UK import activity from the EU certainly indicates a similar story, but the indications are that this too is less available, as import prices are still too expensive an option compared to domestic sources. The lift in old crop physical wheat prices has occurred earlier than last year by several weeks, and in our humble opinion, is unlikely to ease until harvest replenishes stocks. Recent DEFRA data indicates that the 2017 crop was about 350,000t lower than previous estimates, and with a similar (smaller) crop expected for this coming harvest, this suggests that we will again be a net importer in 2018/19; so we may again see the UK act as an island market where prices are dictated more by currency and political developments than the impact of global wheat futures market. Whether we experience the same North-South divide in pricing (due to haulage rates) is a subject of debate.
The impact of this week's USDA report was less than some predicted worldwide on the wheat market. If Chinese wheat stocks are excluded, then global wheat stocks have declined by 12.5%; the reasoning is that Chinese wheat stocks will never be offered onto the International markets. The US expects to harvest the smallest winter wheat crop in a decade following the droughts and this year's low prices may push some farmers to grow alternative crops. As Russian wheat exports have grown over the past decade, the importance of US wheat exports has declined. The US National Agricultural Statistics Service forecast the US 2018 wheat crop at 1.19 billion bushels, down 6 percent from last year. Global wheat production is expected to fall 10 Mln T to 747.8 Mln T whilst demand is expected to reach over 750 Mln T for the first time; consequently global stocks will fall and makes the S&D look tighter.
Soya prices also fell prior to USDA report, the first indication of global supply and demand for 2018/19. Despite the effects of this year's weather-related production problems (mainly Argentina) and trade disputes between China and the US, global soya production is expected to increase. Next year (2018/19) both production and consumption are expected to reach to new records as Argentina produces 17 Mln T more than this year's crop failure which is matched by a 15.4 Mln T increase in global consumption. Soya bean imports to China are reported at 103 Mln T, but currently China currently continues to cancel orders from the US and is known to be encouraging domestic production; whether this will impact Chinese Organic soya exports is unknown.
Argentina continues to experience difficulties with rain storms hampering the soya harvest (following the drought in the growing stages); it is predicted that yields will drop further than current reports which leaves a lot of room for change in the soya markets.
Going the extra mile, and finishing by a country mile. The Romans measured distance in terms of paces, and 1000 paces became the Roman mile (mille passus or mille). In 29BC Agrippa defined a pace (the distance between successive falls of the same foot) as 5 Roman feet, thus a Roman mile was 5,000 feet [which today would be equivalent to 1,620 yards or 4,860 English feet]. By Anglo-Saxon times the Roman mille had become mīl and later myl.
By medieval times, the mile had become elastic; the Scottish mile was 1976 yards, the Irish mile 2240 yards, and the Welsh mile was 3 miles and 1470 yards long. The confusion to travellers, particularly caused by maps, meant that in 1592 the mile had to be standardised by Parliament to eight furlongs; or eight times the distance that could be ploughed by an ox without rest – a 'furrow long'. As a furlong was 660 feet, then the British Imperial mile was standardised at 5280 feet, or 1760 yards (only 140 yards longer than the Imperial Roman mile).
It appears that in 1593, cartographer John Norden saw an opportunity to design a London street map for non-city pedestrians in terms of a scale based on paces: A guide for Cuntrey men in the famous cittey of London by the helpe of wich plot they shall be able to know how far it is to any street. As allso to go unto the same without forder troble.


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Argentina Rolls Over Debt, Giving Government Shot of Confidence
Central bank refinances $26 billion of peso-denominated securities, while auctioning off new debt worth another $200 million
Argentina's central bank on Tuesday rolled over billions of dollars in short-term debt, providing President Mauricio Macri's government with a shot of confidence after weeks of economic volatility.
In a statement, the central bank said it refinanced all of the $26 billion of peso-denominated securities, known as Lebacs, that are set to expire this week, while auctioning off new debt worth another $200 million. The central bank said the interest rates ranged from 40% for the 36-day Lebac to 38% for the 154-day note....


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- Debbi (no 'e' on the end) said...
How absolutely beautiful!! She is definately a looker Peter. You and the boys will definately have to keep the suitors at bay in the future for sure. These look so awesome now.....not at all like ultrasounds used to look & you tried to find something you could figure out what it was. Glad you finally set up to get comments too!
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1 Corinthians 15:12-34
If Jesus didn't rise then all is lost… (vv. 12-19)
Faith in Christ would be worthless
Jesus and the Apostles would be liars
Our sins would remain
There would be no hope beyond the grave
We would labor in vain
But He is risen and brings cosmic change… (vv. 20-28)
So set sin aside and live for Jesus. (vv. 29-34)


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To track some personally noteworthy events, observations and thoughts, letting them age and savor/regret them again a long time later.
Saturday, May 2, 2015
PM Lee: Next GE about leadership renewal
I recall many years ago my boss told me the PAP was interested to get her into politics. We both laughed at the idea and this has been a longstanding joke over the years. I even have email evidence LOL!
Time has only served to confirm over and over again that she is not suitable for politics. Voters are unhappy that only a few MPs and ministers can connect with the masses much less make the right speeches without which you cannot persuade the people. They can be very good one to one but that is not good enough in politics.
I am sure in the PAP traditional, safe and proven hunting grounds they can find some good guys e.g., Tharman, many that are able administrators but can't carry the ground and one or two they failed to stop who cheat on their wives or worse steal money.
So where are the able people? I think they are everywhere but not in large numbers. Why don't they offer themselves to serve? Because it doesn't work like that. You can tell this is true over and over again from China's history. A qualifying hurdle blocks them from getting in. These hurdles were lower during the period of Warring States and so that epoch offered many sterling examples of outstanding leadership. Mind you China's population was much smaller and even fewer people were educated.
My favorite metaphor of why good people do not get into politics comes from Chemical Energetics.
We must take care not to over use a metaphor. Basically good people could not overcome the green hump to get from the left to the right side, and during the period of China's Warring States, the hump was effectively the purple one - more could go over from the left to the right. However most people are not even at the energy level of the "Product" and so they could never do the job. Good people are like "Reactant" and they "sacrifice" themselves as they served and are exhausted to "Product" energy level when they are done. So such leaders must not only be able but also able. It is a huge sacrifice. If you commit yourself to the task and succeed the millions they pay you is meaningless. If you fail the damage is so great you feel you owe a debt to everyone even after you have surrendered every cent you were paid. That is why we could never come up with pay formula we are truly happy with.
What should we do then? In severe times, the humps are lowered naturally until they are at the "Reactant" level. At the same time the environment also require "Reactant" to move up even as the hump is coming down meeting each other at a high level. Suddenly men and women offer themselves to serve seemingly from out of nowhere. This is Singapore's unplanned plan of salvation. This is very risky and the track record of success elsewhere is low. Such a crisis could happen in two ways. We stupidly do ourselves in or more difficult to overcome, from extremely adverse external circumstances. History tells us that the former scenario is much more likely.
Update: 8:45pm
How could I have forgotten to add this, i.e., how the PAP help candidates get in? Well they lower the hump to below the "Reactant" level but still above the "Product" level. Riding on the coattails of ministers via the GRC route into parliament is one way.
Update: May 3 9:05am
Again why didn't I put this down earlier? I should have added I was looking for wise men and women to be ministers and MPs. Not just supremely rational or smart because that is what you expect and nurture in the middle management layer.
Clever policies are almost always hard to explain in an increasingly complex world but wisdom is easy.
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- AnonymousMay 5, 2015 at 1:35 PM
There is no government leadership crisis.ReplyDelete
There is only the PAP party renewal crisis.
The PM has dragged out his feet to appoint any successor until now so he can create a false sense of urgency and red herring.
His failure to plan should not constitute an urgency on part to pick his party over other possible party of successors.
Whoever he picks will just be a seat-warmer anyway. He has been dropping alot of hints about his two sons..IT ...Smart nation...notice who else is a consultant in IDA? So he has every interest to make this fly , why? Is not hard to see through his tactics.
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Neptune sextile North Node
Finding your way
The communicative connection between you is kind and supportive, and helps you, especially, to understand your lover better, and where they're going in life. There is a feeling between you of acceptance and understanding, as if you're able to see into the farthest, darkest corners of their personality -- in a good way! You might even see talents or propensities in them that are hidden to them, and you're able to tease these qualities out and nurture them into natural growth.
This isn't in any rational or motivational way; instead, it occurs on a subtle level that might be more intuitive than overt. You have a highly creative bond as well; your dreams and imagination serve as inspiration to your partner, and could even help them to further define their own future path. Somehow, your souls are bonded in a way that's both comfortable and essential to their growth as a human being. The warmth between you actually promotes a feeling of familiarity early on -- as if you've known each other a lot longer than you really have. As long as you don't use that warmth and familiarity as an excuse to get lazy together, this can be a wonderful aspect to have between you. You provide your partner with such support that they could make more significant strides toward their future than they would have made on their own.


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Jun 20, 2013 · But taking them long term can have side effects. Long-term effects of popular acid reflux. What are the effects of long-term use of acid reflux.
Omeprazole, sold under the brand names Prilosec and Losec among others, is a medication used in the treatment of gastroesophageal reflux disease, peptic ulcer disease, and Zollinger–Ellison syndrome. It is also used to prevent upper gastrointestinal bleeding in people who are at high risk. It can be taken by mouth or.
How To Quit Prilosec and. This Blog details how to quit taking the Acid Reflux drugs Prilosec (also. new FDA research showed that long term use of Prilosec,
The intake of drugs commonly used to treat acid reflux and stomach ulcers. While these safety concerns with long-term PPI use exist, the results from this study suggest that dementia is not linked to taking a PPI, the researchers said.
Learn about Prilosec (Omeprazole) may treat, uses, dosage, side effects, drug interactions, warnings, patient labeling, reviews, and related medications.
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I also noticed I couldn't eat basically anything without having really bad acid reflux. I've been on omeprazole for. any long term use problems. drugs, over.
Popular antacids known as proton pump inhibitors, or PPIs, may cause or aggravate the very acid-reflux symptoms. Aciphex and Prilosec, in addition to Nexium. However, the researchers noted that up to one-third of these patients.
If yes, how long does it take to work and what were your symptoms of acid reflux? Thanks v much
Acid Reflux / GERD Message Board. those of you who have been on PPI's, how long did it take to feel better?. How long for Prilosec to work?
One of the most common off-label uses of PPIs is when patients take the drugs for longer than the agency recommends – whether it is a prescription or OTC version of a PPI. "OTC PPIs are marketed for the treatment of frequent heartburn under the brand names Prilosec OTC, Zegerid OTC, and Prevacid 24 HR. OTC PPIs.
Q–I have acid reflux and am taking Zantac and Tums. Now my tongue burns and hurts. Many people find that non-prescription antacids provide temporary or partial relief. Long-term use of antacids, however, can result in side effects,
Acid Reflux For Many Caused By Zinc Deficiency, How To Get Off Prilosec. after acid reflux is corrected, try taking zinc only when acid reflux symptoms start up.
When she burped, the sour taste of stomach acid lingered in her mouth. She took an acid reflux drug called a proton pump inhibitor, but it offered little relief. Then came word that, even worse, such drugs including Nexium, Prilosec and.
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I've just been prescribed Omeprazole for acid reflux. I've to take one 20mg tablet a day. I've only had two doses and still don't feel much better. How long does it.
Treats the same symptoms as Prilosec OTC®. up & up™ Omeprazole delayed release tablets 20 mg is a proton pump inhibitor (PPI), the newest class of heartburn medications. PPIs deactivate the pumps in the stomach lining from producing acid, significantly inhibiting acid production (and its overproduction) at the source.
Jan 8, 2017. Acid reflux happens when stomach acids travel back up into the food pipe, or esophagus, irritating its lining. This irritation can lead to a sore throat, a dry cough , and wheezing. It can also cause heartburn, a bitter taste in the mouth, regurgitation, indigestion, and difficulty swallowing. Acid reflux is a common.
Apr 11, 2014. Common proton pump inhibitors include omeprazole (Prilosec®), esomeprazole (Nexium®) and lansoprazole (Prevacid®). If you are experiencing. the risks and benefits. For long-term, severe cases of acid reflux, surgery to tighten the valve between the stomach and esophagus may be recommended.
How does omeprazole treat gastroesophageal reflux disease. such as heartburn and acid reflux. Who should take omeprazole?
Sep 27, 2017. Heartburn occurs when stomach contents flow back up into the esophagus—the muscular tube that carries food and liquids from the mouth to the stomach. Zegerid (omeprazole and sodium bicarbonate); OTC Proton pump inhibitors ( PPIs) are used to treat frequent heartburn and work by reducing the.
People who take certain popular medicines for heartburn, indigestion and acid reflux may want to proceed more cautiously. the-counter under a variety of brand names, including Nexium, Prilosec and Prevacid. "They're very, very.
Omeprazole Side Effects Long Term. Welcome to our brand new website where we talk about Omeprazole and its many side effects. However, we also discuss the illnesses.
Reflux occasionally causes babies to spit up throughout the day. Although the symptoms may not be a concern if your baby is healthy and growing well, you should not take it for granted. their adult counterparts, long-term acid reflux.
May 13, 2013. One of my all-time most popular posts is How I Got Off Nexium. Not a week goes by that I don't get new comments on this post or a personal email asking for advice or sharing a success story. A lot of people want to know how I did it, and how long it took to start feeling better, and how I'm doing now, so I.
Jan 28, 2013. For many years, only adults took these drugs, but today, well-meaning parents have placed their babies and toddlers on acid blockers, per doctors orders. Why?. Regardless of what medication you take, it can be a drug mugger of essential nutrients, thus causing all sorts of side effects. Take a look at all of.
Mar 14, 2017. Millions of Americans take medications to fight heartburn every day, but the price they pay may harm much more than their pocketbook. Kidney damage: People who take PPIs for long periods of time are at risk of serious kidney damage, even in those who previously had no signs of kidney problems, said.
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PPIs include prescription and over-the-counter drugs like Prilosec. with for the long haul. "Your diet choices matter," she said. "They matter in your risk of chronic diseases down the road, and in more-immediate symptoms like acid.
How to Treat Acid Reflux Naturally. Hyperacidity, as known as acid reflux or heartburn, is the irritation of the esophagus that results when acid from the stomach is.
But she is a hearty eater (and a carnivore), and her physician pointed to another possible culprit: a popular drug used by millions of Americans like Rudell to prevent gastroesophageal acid reflux. the FDA warning that taking Prilosec.
How Long does it Take for Omeprazole to Work. Omeprazole is a proton pump inhibitor usually indicated to decrease the amount of acid producing in a patient's stomach.
Commonly referred to as GERD or acid reflux, the condition. the goal of ending the need to take medications, the evidence is unclear as to whether the most common operation does eliminate the need to take drugs long-term. The.
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It's fairly common for asthma patients to take a proton pump inhibitor, a class of drugs that also includes Prevacid, Prilosec, AcipHex, and Protonix, even if they don't suffer with heartburn or other symptoms of acid reflux. It's a.
Apr 14, 2017. The most common sign of heartburn is burning pain just under the breastbone, a nasty taste, or fluid at the back of the throat. Research by Nexium Control has revealed that over two million people in the UK could feel anxious this bank holiday, due to the fear of heartburn symptoms when eating away from.
Dear Adam, Apple cider vinegar worked very well for me for a long time for acid reflux. Eventually it stopped working all together. It turned out that my gall bladder.
Dec 28, 2011 · taking omeprazole 40mg for a long time now and not working. hi, i first took omep 40mg for a month and it worked.then i stopped taking it and the reflux.
Feb 16, 2017 · Hi. I started on zantac then that stopped working now I take Lanzoprazole (similar to Omeprazole). My doctor told me not to mix the medication, so best not to take.
For long term acid reduction and chronic use, which is the least harmful of the three: Prilosec (omeprazole), zantac (ranitidine), or tagament (cimetidine). thing that i didnt like. since i take adderall, i dont want a possible cardiac problem to arise, and then if i a feint and/or fall my hips will break! just kiddin
Omeprazole is in a class of drugs known as proton pump inhibitors that decrease stomach acid. Known as Prilosec in its over-the-counter form, omeprazole is prescribed for acid reflux disease, heartburn and stomach ulcers.
Learn about gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD, acid reflux, heartburn) symptoms like heartburn, chest pain, regurgitation, and nausea. Diet, causes, diagnosis.
People who take certain popular medicines for heartburn, indigestion and acid reflux may want to proceed more cautiously. the-counter under a variety of brand names, including Nexium, Prilosec and Prevacid. "They're very, very.
What is the best time to take omeprazol? – ResearchGate – The best time for use PPI once a day in the morning befor meal, but about 30% patients with night acid reflux need the PPI in the evening 6-8weeks. Very good maintance therapy strategy is on demand. 3 years ago. Deleted profile. Added an answer. in the morning usually, but if the patient has pains mostly at night, in the.
Find help for acid reflux (GERD) symptoms, treatment, causes, and prevention. Learn more about Barrett's Esophagus and esophageal cancer.
How can you have airway reflux without heartburn? The esophagus has a protective lining, so acid reflux may. PPIs such as Nexium and Prilosec. Some concerns have been raised about the potential for side effects with long-term use.
How Long Does Omeprazole Take To Work?. How Long Does Omeprazole Take To Work? How long does it take for omeprazole to work, 7 Symptoms of Acid Reflux.
When the LES opens because of the pressure and even a microscopic amount of acid touches the inside of your esophagus it can produce large amounts of pain and burning. This is. Had an upper GI which showed mild acid reflux and doctor said eat in moderation carbs/fat/protein and take Prilosec and probiotics.
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Like many people, Rutherford, had no idea his acid reflux. as Prilosec and Nexium. Current labels on those drugs warn people to get their doctors' recommendation before taking the medicine. The labels also tell people not to take the.
a few years ago when my GERD had become so severe that I had swallowing difficulty, I went to a GI specialist and he gave me omeprazole, which solved the problem.
When you stop using a proton pump inhibitor (PPI) a spike in stomach acid production is likely. Your child may. For every child started on a proton pump Inhibitor (PPI) such as Omeprazole (Losec) at some point your GP or paediatrician will raise the inevitable question of weaning your child off their medication. For many.
About omeprazole. Omeprazole reduces the amount of acid your stomach makes. It's a widely-used treatment for indigestion and acid reflux. It's also taken to prevent.


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New Year, New Home
New Season, Trend Lead Homeware At Great Value Prices From The Original Factory Shop!
This January The Original Factory Shop is the savvy shopper's one stop shop to spruce up the home with great looking products that won't break the bank.
From a new range of affordable, functional and stylish homeware to top quality household brands the discount retailer will enable shoppers to transform their homes with great products at great value prices.
The retailer has released a number of different ranges for the home, from warm and plush winter themed items to cosy up the home, to functional and fresh geometric patterns, with great value homeware for every room available from December 26th.
The ranges follow a stylish neutral grey theme, with pops of teal blue and ochre yellow throughout. All of the items in the range are functional, fashionable and affordable, allowing those with even the tightest of budgets to refresh their home for less this January.
For those looking for warm and cosy, there are fur-covered footstools, teddy fleece cushions, and rose gold lanterns to see shoppers through the cold winter nights. Add a grey wash log basket next to the fireplace as a cute storage option for just £12, or a rose gold lantern for just £10. Choose from fleece, velvet or pattern cushions in different tones of grey and silver, available to mix 'n' match two for £12.
The new geometric products feature fresh chevron prints to add a pop of colour to any home. Products include printed bed sets, cushions, seat cushions, canvas storage totes, as well as hand and bath towels, all in a contemporary new colour-way for a fresh new start this January.
As part of the new home range The Original Factory Shop is also stocking a range of canvas prints for the walls for just £3 each for a 30x40cm print. These are part of the retailer's special buy range and will only be in store for a limited time.
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Introverted leaders have many gifts. Among them is the ability to think very deeply about problems and to come up with inventive solutions. Introverts are also great listeners. Another strength is the ability to remain calm under stress. Introverts are also terrific at preparation, able to anticipate what might be needed.
But as with any strength, introverted leaders have challenges that may make them look weak and out of touch. Great ideas are worthless if a leader can't get anyone to listen to them. Calm can look like disengagement when everyone else is in a panic. So what's an introverted leader to do?
At several points in my career, I received feedback that I was not engaged and that I failed to make my message accessible. Eventually I made it a habit to do three things every day.
- Engage with at least one person on my team or a critical stakeholder to connect and to share some of my feelings. Although a leader needs to put a good face on things to further his/her agenda, it doesn't mean that you can't carefully express your feelings about setbacks. Sharing your mental and emotional processes for handling obstacles and staying focused on the goal may help them to do the same. I found that these conversations were helpful to me because I learned as much as I shared.
- If I came up with a solution or an idea, consider how I needed to approach selling it, remembering that few people that I would be talking to spent as much time as I did considering the issue. This forced me to put myself in other people's shoes and sometimes sell ideas in ways that didn't reflect my own thought processes.
- Consider my objective in every meeting I attended. I thought about what they were likely to be thinking before the meeting and how I wanted to shift that opinion during the meeting. In thinking about people and how I wanted to affect them, it made me better able to craft an effective message.
The important thing to remember is that as introverted leaders who tend to be more focused on our inner worlds need to flex and get in the habit of thinking about how we look and sound to those we are trying to lead.
QUESTION: What practices do you have for building connections with your team?
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The asymmetric localization of messenger RNA (mRNA) and protein determinants plays an important role in the establishment of complex body plans. In Drosophila oocytes, the anterior localization of bicoid mRNA and the posterior localization of oskar mRNA are key events in establishing the anterior-posterior axis. Although the mechanisms that drivebicoid and oskar localization have been elusive, oocyte microtubules are known to be essential. Here we report that the plus end–directed microtubule motor kinesin I is required for the posterior localization of oskar mRNA and an associated protein, Staufen, but not for the anterior-posterior localization of other asymmetric factors. Thus, a complex containingoskar mRNA and Staufen may be transported along microtubules to the posterior pole by kinesin I.
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Apart from the election and its uncertain outcome, each of the stories is discouraging for evangelical Christians.
As the year draws to a close, it may be helpful to reflect on the events of recent history. Below are the top 12 news stories of interest to our Christian audience in 2015.
Every January we make new resolutions for the New Year. But maybe we need to return to an old one.
Newsweek magazine decided to greet 2015 with a cover story on the Bible. The piece is an irresponsible screed of post-Christian invective leveled against evangelical Christianity.


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One of our targets, as you know, was to take some creativity to the Abugida school. As in many schools in many other places, they are afraid to make changes to the daily routine and teachers' fears of making mistakes were some of the difficulties we foresaw.
But as Goethe said: "I love those who dream of the impossible", so we set to work and started by converting the largest classroom – which was being underused – into a large games room divided into areas: for the rainy season and for the rest of the year.
To begin with they didn't really understand why we wanted to create the games room because the teaching there is based on repetition and there is very little creativity. Playing is seen as rather a waste of time at the school.
But when they asked us to help them improve their work we decided to send two teachers, Laura 2 and Nikki, to give them some training but always showing respect to the local teachers and their country's culture.
We were also fortunate to have the help of Laura 1 and Cristina, who took part in creating the games room so we were very lucky to have four creative women there at the same time!
Nikki painted a fish onto a blackboard against the backdrop of sea that was painted by Sami.
Together with Phil and an Ethiopan volunteer, the girls laid a new floor (softer and more hygienic) and they finished decorating the walls.
The games materials were distributed around the room to make different playing areas, space to stimulate the sensorimotor system, more symbolic and cognitive, another area more cognitive, manipulative and with artistic and creative expression.
Nikki and Laura have been working in the different classes – 3, 4 and 5 year olds – alongside the teachers using the resources available and their imagination which has no limits.
They explained to the teachers that it was important for the children to move around the classroom instead of sitting down the whole time. They should be able to move and choose their learning games and learn through playing, with the teachers also seated on the floor.
Along with the help of the teachers, Sami and Kedija, the girls reorganised the class for the 3 year olds – KG 1 – and the children were delighted with the change when they arrived in the morning.
Today they are working in KG 2 – 4 year olds.
All the children above the age of 3 will spend time in the games room each day.
We hope to show you some photos of the children playing in the games room but the photos haven't arrived yet! For the time being you can see how nice it looks! The children are able to enjoy the activities and the appropriate infrastructure which is lacking in their homes and neighbourhoods. During the rainy season they have to stay inside their houses which consist of just one room with very little space for movement.
There is an area with fancy dress outfits and wigs, dolls (all black except a "farenji" - white foreigner – and a Chinese one), puppets, lego for building, an area with handicrafts and beads for threading etc., puzzles, a "goal" area with numbers in circles for throwing balls and scoring points, a large round trampoline, limbo, giant dominoes, giant Twister, hopscotch, pretend fruits and vegetables to play shopping games, cars, balls, toy tea sets, musical instruments... just imagine what else we could add!!