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Steelers All 91: OLB Tuzar Skipper
All 91 is a Pittsburgh Steelers Now series profiling each of the 91 members of the Steelers 2019 training camp roster.
51 • Tuzar Skipper, rookie outside linebacker
Last year: Played defensive end at Toledo, where he played in all 13 games as a redshirt senior after missing most of 2017 with an injury. Skipper attended the Steelers' rookie minicamp on a tryout at outside linebacker and was signed afterward.
Stats: Skipper had 8 1/2 sacks to lead the Rockets and was fifth in the entire MAC. He also had 60 tackles, third on the team, and 11 1/2 tackles for a loss. Skipper also forced two fumbles, recovered two fumbles and scored a defensive touchdown.
Accolades, Highlights:
Selected third-team All-MAC in 2018.
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— The Tuzar Skipper (@TuzarSkipper) March 20, 2019
Camp outlook: Skipper fits one of the most pervasive molds of the last 30 years of Steelers football: an unheralded and undersized but athletic collegiate defensive end with good pass-rushing skills being moved to outside linebacker. He'll have familiar growing pains in that paradigm, especially in pass coverage, but he also has the body type to really thrive in the role.
Projected role: Skipper is well behind second-teamers Ola Adeniyi and Anthony Chickillo, but a 53-man roster spot is not totally out of the question if the Steelers keep nine linebackers.
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What to Expect from Diontae Johnson in Year 2
You may not know it with the amount of hype heaped upon rookie receivers like Deebo Samuel, D.K. Metcalf and Terry McLaurin, but in 2019, it was Steelers wide receiver Diontae Johnson that lead the league in receptions among first-year players. In 12 starts, Johnson had 59 receptions for 680 yards and five touchdowns. That was good enough for first, sixth and seventh respectively among his rookie class.
So what's in store in year two? In addition to a year of pro strength training and all the other things that come from being part of a NFL organization, Johnson will have a full year of catching passes from a 17-year vet Ben Roethlisberger, a mild upgrade over Mason Rudolph and Duck Hodges to say the least.
How has an entire season with Roethlisberger worked out for previous Steelers receivers in their sophomore campaigns? Let's take a look back starting with the rookies he played with and how they improved in their second year.
Nate Washington (2005): 0 targets / 0 receptions / 0 yards / 0 touchdowns / 0 catch % / 0 yards per target
Nate Washington (2006): 69 / 35 / 624 / 4 / 50.7% / 9.04
Washington didn't have a single catch his rookie year, but was a solid contributor in his sophomore campaign, which was Ben's third year on the job.
Santonio Holmes (2006): 86/ 49 / 824 / 2 / 57% / 9.58
Santonio Holmes (2007): 85 / 52 / 942 / 8 / 61.2% / 11.08
As a rookie, Holmes had a very productive season. But he improved across the board, especially in touchdowns and yards per target, in his second season.
Mike Wallace (2009): 72 / 39 / 756 / 6 / 54.2% / 10.50
Mike Wallace (2010): 98 / 60 / 1257 / 10 / 61.2% / 12.83
Wallace saw a big increase in receptions (54%) and receiving yards (66%) compared to his rookie season as he became one of the premier deep threats in the NFL.
Emmanuel Sanders (2010): 43 / 28 / 376 / 2 / 56.0% / 7.52
Emmanuel Sanders (2011): 50 / 22 / 288 / 2 / 51.2% / 6.70
Sanders was one of the few players whose production dipped in year two, mostly as a result of the incredible rise of his fellow 2010 draft pick Antonio Brown.
Antonio Brown (2010): 19 / 16 / 167 / 0 / 84.2% / 8.79
Antonio Brown (2011): 124 / 69 / 1108 / 2 / 55.6% / 8.94
After an inauspicious start to his career, Brown exploded in his second season with the Steelers putting up three times the catches and five times to yardage compared to his rookie season.
Martavis Bryant (2013): 48 / 26 / 549 / 8 / 54.2% / 11.44
Martavis Bryant (2014): 92 / 50 / 765 / 6 / 54.3% / 8.32
Bryant nearly doubled his reception total after an incredible rookie campaign that saw him catch touchdowns on more than a quarter of his catches in year two. But Bryant proved that his rookie campaign wasn't a fluke with a solid 50 receptions for 765 yards.
Markus Wheaton (2013): 13 / 6 / 64 / 0 / 46.2% / 4.92
Markus Wheaton (2014): 86 / 53 / 644 / 2 / 61.6% / 7.49
Wheaton looked like he was on his way to being the next Steelers mid-round receiver find after a nice year two. Unfortunately his 2014 sophomore season turned out to be the high point of his career.
JuJu Smith-Schuster (2017): 79 / 58 / 917 / 7 / 73.4% / 11.6
JuJu Smith-Schuster (2018): 166 / 111 / 1426 / 7 / 66.9% / 8.59
Smith-Schuster certainly showed flashes in his rookie season opposite full-fledged superstar Antonio Brown, but it was nothing compared to what he'd do in year two. With Brown drawing the top corners, Smith-Schuster was virtually unstoppable posting career highs in catches and yardage.
James Washington (2018): 38 / 16 / 217 / 1 / 42.1% / 5.71
James Washington (2019): 80 / 44 / 735 / 3 / 55.0% / 9.19
Washington did not live up to his second round pick status in year one with a paltry 16 catches for 217 yards playing with Roethlisberger. But in year two, even with Roethlisberger on the shelf for most of the season, Washington showed the flashes that made him such a threat in college. His ability to make combat catches was on full display as he more than tripled his receiving yards and posted a huge increase in catches, catch percentage and yards per target.
Diontae Johnson (2019): 92 / 59 / 680 / 5 / 64.1% / 7.39
Johnson really began to excel towards the end of his 2019 season as he gained a report with Rudolph and Hodges. And it wasn't just on short passes, in the last four weeks of the season, Johnson was the Steelers best down the field option as well. A deft route runner, Johnson was tops in the entire league in target separation, which measures the average yards of separation between the receiver and cornerback at the time of the catch. The Toledo product also finished 24th in the NFL in yards after catch and was 3rd in forced missed tackles among receivers. Perhaps even more encouraging was the amount of targets Johnson had as a rookie. The 92 were most since Ben Roethlisberger became quarterback and second most in Steelers history.
So what will Johnson do in year two? His rookie numbers were most comparable to Santonio Holmes who was the Steelers' clear number two receiver behind Hines Ward in his second year. Johnson's numbers will get a boost from being the likely number two receiver–and the increase in targets that accompanies it–when the season opens opposite a presumably healthy Smith-Schuster. Although it's worth noting that with the recent acquisition of tight end Eric Ebron, a healthy Vance McDonald and a deep, if inexperienced, receiving corps, there's going to be a lot of competition for targets.
Despite that it's probably safe to say that with Roethlisberger coming back and the offense more geared towards the passing game, Johnson's numbers will see a moderate increase from his impressive rookie season.
Johnson's individual metrics; his impressive separation on catches and his ability to break tackles all indicate that Johnson should continue to progress in 2020. and it certainly wouldn't be a surprise to see him eclipse 75 catches and 1,000 yards in year two.
Odds in Steelers Favor to Make Playoffs in 2020
The Steelers have missed the NFL playoffs each of the last two season, but oddsmakers have faith that they will make a return to the postseason in 2020.
Pittsburgh is favored to make the playoffs this upcoming season at -180 (5/9), according to BetOnline.ag.
With quarterback Ben Roethlisberger returning from the elbow injury that sidelined him the majority of the 2019 campaign, there is reason for optimism that the team will be much improved from last season's disappointment.
In addition to getting back their franchise quarterback, the Steelers furhter bolstered their offense through free agency with the signings of tight end Eric Ebron, fullback Derek Watt and guard Stefen Wisniewski. All three signings should help an anemic offense that was 29th in rushing and 31st in passing in 2019.
Pittsburgh will also return one of the league's best defensive unit, led by outside linebacker T.J. Watt and safety Minkah Fitzpatrick. The Steelers led the league with 54 sacks last year, and had the NFL's third-best pass defense.
Just one other AFC North team is favored to make the playoff this upcoming season, the division champion Baltimore Ravens at -1000 (1/10). Already led by the reigning MVP in quarterback Lamar Jackson, the Ravens made a big addition this off-season by acquiring defensive end Calais Campbell from the Jacksonville Jaguars
The odds for the Cleveland Browns and Cincinnati Bengals are not as promising, with both favored to miss the postseason at +125 (5/4) and +800 (8/1), respectively.
NFL Draft
Steelers Draft Picks in the 21st Century: Quarterback
Yeah, this is going to be a short one.
The Steelers have spent a lot of draft capital on the offense during Colbert's tenure, but the quarterback position has been pretty much wrapped up since the team spent their first round pick on a quarterback from Miami of Ohio in 2004.
Steelers draft picks in the 21st century series: Running Backs | Wide Receivers | Tight Ends | Offensive Line
In recent years the Steelers have spent a few mid-round picks on backups (and possible heirs) as Ben Roethlisberger nears retirement, but it hasn't yet entered 2005 Green Bay Packers Aaron Rogers/Brett Favre Packers territory.
From 2000-2003 the Steelers rotated between Kordell Stewart, Kent Graham and XFL MVP Tommy Maddox with varying degrees of success. Who knows what would have happened if the Steelers hadn't been upset by the spygate enhanced New England Patriots in 2001, but that failure would lead to Stewart being cast off and the fateful 6-10 2003 season which allowed the team to get the 11th overall selection in the 2004 NFL Draft.
2000: 5th round, Tee Martin, Tennessee
2001: None
2002: None
2003: None
2004: 1st round, Ben Roethlisberger, Miami (Ohio)
The 2004 draft was loaded with quarterbacks: Eli Manning, Phillip Rivers, Ben Roethlisberger. The only question was would one fall to the Steelers? One did and the rest is history. Roethlisberger is a future Hall of Famer, has won two Super Bowls and will be entering his 17th season with the team in 2019. His 144 career wins is seventh all-time and his 13 playoff victories is 6th.
Despite leading the league in interceptions his last full season in 2018, Roethlisberger's 2.4 interception percentage that season was actually tied for the 5th best of his career and he also had career highs in completions, attempts and yardage. Not the sign of a quarterback nearing the end of his career. If his elbow has fully recovered, he should be in line for another big year, even at age 38.
2005: None
2006: None
2007: None
2008: 5th round, Dennis Dixon, Oregon
2009: None
2010: None
2011: None
2012: None
2013: 4th round, Landry Jones, Oklahoma
2014: None
2015: None
2016: None
2017: 4th round, Josh Dobbs, Tennessee
2018: 3rd round, Mason Rudolph, Oklahoma State
This is where things started to get interesting. Were the Steelers taking flyers on potential replacements, or just in need of a backup? With second day quarterback selections in back-to-back seasons, the team spent more draft capital than Roethlisberger would have preferred. Rudolph had his ups and downs in 2019 as the starter after Roethlisberger's injury and whether or not he can take on the mantle when Ben retires is up for debate.
2019: None
2000-2020 draft quarterback breakdown
Total selections: 6
Years selecting an OL: 6/20
Selections by round:
1st round: 1
2nd round: 0
3rd round: 1
4th round: 2
5th round: 2
6th round: 0
7th round: 0
Selections by conference:
Big 12: 2
Big 10: 0
Power 5: 5
Group of 5: 1
There's not much to say, the Steelers have had a franchise quarterback since 2003. He's helped them win two Super Bowls in three trips and will one day enter the Hall of Fame.


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The State Armoury Museum in the Moscow Kremlin, the oldest Russian Museum, is an art treasure depository bearing witness to the growing economic and political might of Moscow, the centre of the united Russian principalities. The growing influence and power of Moscow in the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries brought in their train the extensive building of churches and palaces. Magnificent church plate for state occasions became customary, as did expensive table services and precious items of personal adornment. Talented armourers, gold and silversmiths, wood and bone carvers, embroiderers and architects came to Moscow from all over Russia and from abroad. The Armoury is extremely popular. Every day thousands of visitors take away with them vivid impressions of the treasures they saw here.
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AMITIAE - Thursday 8 October 2015
Cassandra: Dell and EMC in Merger Talks
By Graham K. Rogers
While Dell has an obvious presence in the home and office environment, it also has a considerable stake in enterprise computing, so the combination of these two would seem to create and end to end solution that would be attractive for many businesses.
The main product areas that EMC advertises are storage, cloud, big data, data protection, security, content management and converged infrastructure.
According to a report on Wall Street Journal, the talks currently taking place also includes private-equity firm Silver Lake. Some sources reported shares of EMC rose some 7.8% in pre-market trading. An AP report (on CNBC) suggested the most likely scenario is EMC buying Dell or a merger between the two businesses.
James Kisner of Jefferies suggests that the new combination would "be able to better compete against companies such as Amazon, Google and Microsoft." Note also that other companies are significantly concerned with cloud and enterprise solutions, including Apple and IBM.
Graham K. Rogers teaches at the Faculty of Engineering, Mahidol University in Thailand. He wrote in the Bangkok Post, Database supplement on IT subjects. For the last seven years of Database he wrote a column on Apple and Macs. He is now continuing that in the Bangkok Post supplement, Life.
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Julie's Review: The Life She Wants
Author: Robyn CarrSummary: In the aftermath of her financier husband's suicide, Emma Shay Compton's dream life is shattered. Richard Compton stole his clients' life savings to fund a lavish life in New York City and, although she was never involved in the business, Emma bears the burden of her husband's crimes. She is left with nothing. Only one friend stands by her, a friend she's known since high school, who encourages her to come home to Sonoma County. But starting over isn't easy, and Sonoma is full of unhappy memories, too. And people she'd rather not face, especially Riley Kerrigan. Riley and Emma were like sisters—until Riley betrayed Emma, ending their friendship. Emma left town, planning to never look back. Now, trying to stand on her own two feet, Emma can't escape her husband's reputation and is forced to turn to the last person she thought she'd ever ask for help—her former best friend. It's an uneasy reunion as both women face the mistakes they've made over the years. Only if they find a way to forgive each other—and themselves—can each of them find the life she wants. ~amazon.com
Series: None
Publication Date: September 27, 2016
Publisher: MIRA
Pages: 352
Obtained: publisher via Netgalley
Genre: Contemporary Fiction
Rating: 4/5
Bottom Line: A great read about how sometimes falling from a pedestal helps you find who you are
Grab, Just get it at the library, or Remove from your TBR list? Grab
Review: The Life She Wants is a great story about how to rebuild your life when you've hit your low point, maybe even rock bottom.
Emma Shay Compton moves home to outside Napa Valley from her high life in New York City. She comes back west with not much in her pocket and no job within reach. She has little contact with her family and has lost touch with most of her friends. She hasn't had it easy at all but people don't necessarily see that. They see a rich girl who know about her husband's transgressions. It isn't until Emma bumps into old friend Adam Kerrigan that her life starts to turn around but first she has to approach her old best friend for a job. In order to do that, she needs to learn to let go of the past and put her pride behind her. Can she move forward from two of the worst events in her life? She needs to in order to be able to be happy.
Riley Kerrigan hasn't had it easy since she turned 18 and became a single mom but she's put her life into raising her daughter and building up her business. She owns a successful cleaning business but she's lonely. Having Emma back in town throws her into an emotional spiral. It's making her wonder why everyone is so happy to have Emma back and what makes her so special? Riley's been here the past 18 years and she's feeling a little out of sorts and jealous as well.
What I liked about Ms. Carr's writing is that it felt like real life and friendships. Friendships are complicated even after years to let go of the history. The ending might have been a little too neat but I was happy to see how it unfolded.


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What's better than sharing a beer with friends? Sharing a beer with friends and being able to wow them with your impressive beer knowledge, of course!
With that in mind, we're going to be bringing you some of our favourite beer trivia. For our first post, we'll be covering some lesser-known terms that are actually strongly linked to beer (or at least they are in theory!).
The word bridal actually comes from "bride-ale". This was in reference to the use of "ale" to describe an event where ale was served – meaning that the original word was a description of all the festivities surrounding a wedding. Over the years, this became shortened to "bridal" and was used to encompass all things wedding-related.
Cenosillicaphobia (pronunciation: Sen-O-Sillica-Phobia)
This colloquial term has been doing the rounds lately and refers to
"the fear of an empty glass" – particularly in reference to beer.
Cerevisaphile (pronunciation: Cer-A-Vehs-A-File)
If you really love beer, are devoted to hops and think you are an aficionado of ales, then you could call yourself a cerevisaphile. From the Latin name of the Roman Goddess of agriculture, Ceres, and meaning "strength", this word used to refer to beer experts. However, today, is more commonly used to point out beer enthusiasts. Although some would argue it is a bit wordy, and preferring to simply call themselves, beer lovers.
Labeorphilist or Labeorphile
This refers to an individual who is a collector of beer bottles or their labels.
Rule of Thumb
Here's another word, that, rumour has it, actually comes from beer. Stories say that, before thermometers were invented, brewers would test the temperature of a beer by dipping a thumb into the mixture. Getting the right temperature was vitally important as yeast is incredibly sensitive to both heat and cold. And, as we know, without the yeast, there would be no beer, so brewer's were depending on the 'rule of thumb' – a term that we still use today!
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Since it originally premiered in 1969, "Scooby-Doo" has been entertaining children and families for generations. However, a recent straight-to-video release from the franchise, "Scooby-Doo! Frankencreepy" (released Aug. 5) is causing some controversy. In the film, "the gang" explores a house that Velma has inherited, but it turns out there is a curse on property that, among other things, turns the superficial Daphne into an overweight version of herself. Many are now criticizing the film for what they see as the presence of "fat-shaming" in a family movie.
The curse in the film takes away whatever each character "holds most dear," which in the case of Daphne is her looks. After her transformation Daphne is haunted by her reflection in the mirror, distraught about her new appearance. Watch a clip from the movie below:
Critics of the film say the idea of increased weight and a less desirable appearance is "fat shaming" and a harmful message to the young girls who will be watching the family film. Some believe that "fat shaming," making overweight people feel bad about their appearance, is an effective "tough love" method to encourage weight loss, but many studies show that the continuance of the cycle of poor body image does more harm than good.
However, the studio behind the film, Warner Bros., maintains that the film's plot is not "fat shaming" at all and, in fact, portrays a positive message. In a statement, the studio said "All of our content is run through Standards and Practices, and there is always sensitivity to obesity and self-image, especially when it comes to programming made for children and a family audience. While Daphne is at first upset by the sudden change, there is a touching moment where Fred points out that he didn't even notice a change and that she always looks great to him. At the end, when Velma explains how they figured out the mystery, she points out that the curse actually didn't take away what means the most to each of them: their friendship. The loss of Daphne's regular appearance is proven to be a superficial thing, and not what actually matters the most to her." The studio suggests that the point of the story is that Daphne's agony about her body image is misplaced and that her friends would accept her no matter what.
Does the film portray a negative instance of "fat shaming" or, in the context of the entire film, a positive message? Most women struggle with a negative perceived body image and merely depicting this struggle should not, necessarily, be considered dangerous. However, parents will have to make their own decisions before putting the newest "Scooby-Doo" movie on the television.
Is "Scooby-Doo! Frankencreepy" "fat shaming?" Answer below and tweet your thoughts to @Ja9GarofaloTV.


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In a recent homily, Father Joseph LoJacono, pastor of St. Veronica and St. Hugh of Cluny Parishes in Philadelphia, shared how it's possible for Christians to differ and remain charitable.
The anger and polarization that dominate the headlines can be reversed, says Father LoJacono, if we "don't fall into the dialectic" that reduces reality to a battle between "us" and "them."
(To access the recording of Father LoJacono's homily, click on the link or the image above.)
Fr. Joseph LoJacono, I.V.E, S.T.L. is a member of the Institute of the Incarnate Word (IVE) religious order, and pastor of St. Veronica and St. Hugh of Cluny Parishes in Philadelphia. He has a license in marriage and family from the Pontifical John Paul II Institute for Studies on Marriage and Family. Visit his website at www.frjosephlojacono.com.
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What is your savings income?
Your savings income comprises of interest from banks, building societies, national savings and investments. It also includes company and unit trust dividends but it doesn't include pension income because this is taxed as employment income.
How is it taxed?
The way savings income is taxed has changed radically and from April 2016 banks and building societies have stopped deducting the income tax before they pay you the interest, therefore the interest is still taxable and it's now your responsibility to settle any tax that is payable.
Savings income falls in to the top tax bracket (after employment income, trade profits, rental income etc.). However, if your savings income falls within your personal savings allowance, it will be taxed at 0%.
The savings allowance works like this:
The Dividend Allowance will reduce to £2,000 from April 2018.
Should I keep any records?
There are a number of records you could keep, the most important will likely include:
- Bank and building society statements or passbooks
- Statements of interest and any other income received from your savings and investments which could include annuity investments, for example
- Any tax deduction certificates given by your bank
- Dividend vouchers received from UK companies
- Other vouchers such as scrip dividend vouchers (paper or electronic format)
- Unit trust tax vouchers
- Details of any income you receive from a trust, real estate investment company
- It would also be sensible to keep details of exceptional amounts you used to fund your investments, for example, a sum you inherited or any other windfall. Likewise, you may also need to keep copies of correspondence and other documentation relating to your savings and investments.
Are there any tax free savings?
Certain saving incomes are tax free, and these include:
- Income from National savings certificates and Premium bonds
- Dividend on first £200,000 of Venture Capital Trust shares acquired in a tax year.
- Income from ISA:
It's possible to invest up to £15,240 in an ISA, and the limit increases to £20,000 for the 2017-18 tax year. You can invest in a cash ISA or you can invest some or all of your allowance in a stocks and shares ISA, which shelters any gains from capital gains tax, however you will have the risk of this investment decreasing rather than increasing in value. Additionally, from April 2016, you can invest your allowance in peer-to-peer loans through the new innovative finance ISA.
In addition, another tax free savings route is a Junior ISA, and you can invest up to £4,080. You will not pay any Inheritance tax on the first £3,000 invested in a junior ISA in a tax year.
Don't forget, you cannot carry forward your annual ISA allowance, therefore it is a good idea to make use of it before the end of the tax year.
Top tips:
- Make sure you utilise your annual ISA allowance before the end of tax year, because not only is your income tax-free but it will also save you from a lot of record keeping.
- It is also a good idea to discuss your savings income with your accountant to ensure you receive a tax-efficient pay-out structure, this is especially relevant if you are an owner-director in your company.
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HCM CITY (VNS) — A privately-run general hospital with modern equipment and facilities was inaugurated in HCM City on Tuesday.
With 30 consulting rooms, Xuyen A General Hospital can provide consulting and medical services to 1,500 patients per day.
The modern equipment and advanced technology used at the hospital would help Xuyen A improve medical-care services to people at a time when tight State budgets cannot allow investment in modern State hospitals, said Dr Nguyen Van Chau, general director of Xuyen A General Hospital.
Chau said that Xuyen A hospital's current charge for health exams was VND20,000 (US$90cents), the same as the one in public hospitals, and the minimum charge for rooms was VND50,000 ($2.3) per day.
The hospital is located near the city's northern gateway where three public hospitals, including Cu Chi General Hospital with 1,000 beds, Cu Chi District Hospital with 150 beds and Hoc Mon General Hospital with 550 beds, are often overloaded.
Minister of Health Nguyen Thi Kim Tien said it would help ease the pressure of overloading exerted on public hospitals and at the same time accelerate the Government's policy to privatise the nation's health sector.
The hospital's affordable treatment costs would allow it to provide services to more low and medium-income patients, she added.
The hospital was built on an area of 44,500 square meter with an investment of VND800billion ($37million), Tuoi Tre (Youth) Newspaper reported. — VNS


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Unhealthy eating may shrink your brain27 April 2016 . Posted by Laurelyn in Tips and Tricks
Unhealthy foods and drinks with heaps of sugar are blamed for everything from tooth decay to bulging bellies.
Australian university researchers recently studied the brains and diets of Aussies aged 60 to 64 years.
They found that unhealthy diets negatively affected the memory and mental health of older Australians while diets rich in vegetables, fruit and fish improved mental fitness.
Healthy diets: good for mental health and great for the teeth too.
A spoonful of Manuka honey18 April 2016 . Posted by Laurelyn in Tips and Tricks
Manuka honey has been used by the indigenous people of New Zealand for many years.
It's widely known for its antiseptic and antibacterial properties so is used as a dressing for wounds, burns, bites and cuts.
However it's not to be consumed by small infants because of its spore content. Diabetics also have to limit their use of the honey due to its high glucose levels.
Unfortunately it's also a risk for those who use it regularly as a sweetener in tea because honey is a sugar that contributes to tooth decay.
Apple cider vinegar risks12 April 2016 . Posted by Laurelyn in Tips and Tricks
Some folks claim apple cider vinegar helps digestion, reduces cholesterol and works wonders for constipation.
However for those with worn enamel, gum recession and exposed roots, acetic acid in vinegar can cause acid erosion, making the teeth quite sensitive.
Treat it as you would with any acidic drink:
• Rinse your mouth well with water
• Delay brushing for at least ½ hour
• Lightly apply a finger smear of fluoride toothpaste to harden enamel
Dry mouth dilemmas06 April 2016 . Posted by Laurelyn in Tips and Tricks
Do you have trouble swallowing during the day or suffer an annoying cough at night?
Often it's related to a dry mouth and the absence of saliva due to dehydration and /or medication side effects.
However there's a simple solution found at chemists in the dental products department: dry mouth gel.
The gel is used to lubricate the mouth and throat by placing a dab on the tongue, spreading it around the mouth then swallowing.
Just drink more water and use the gel when required and the problem is solved.
Cameron&Co in print15 March 2016 . Posted by Sarah in What's new
We're in this month's issue of DUO Magazine talking about our name change.
As Cameron explains "We always like to stay one step ahead. We realised so many dental practices were being bought by insurance companies and turned into franchises without that local history and care."
"We felt it was important to make a stand and show that we are independent and family owned."
It's why getting back to a first name basis is important to us. When you walk in to our practice you won't just be greeted with a smile. You'll be greeted by name.
Cameron is a Townsville boy02 March 2016 . Posted by Sarah in What's new
We're celebrating our change of name from Smile Dental to Cameron&Co. It's a pleasure to be on a first name basis with you, Townsville :)
We have a new name!01 March 2016 . Posted by Sarah in What's new
We're excited to announce that we have changed our name from Smile Dental to Cameron&Co.
Cameron was born and bred in Townsville and we've been here on Ross River Road for nearly twenty years now.
So, we decided it was about time we were on a first name basis. We're still family owned and operated, by the same team in the same place – and we look forward to seeing you the next time you pop in.
Mouthwash to the rescue?28 February 2016 . Posted by Laurelyn in Tips and Tricks
While it's not necessary for a healthy mouth, it may be recommended for those with special needs.
Mouthwashes with extra ingredients can make the difference for those who are at risk for tooth decay or dry mouth.
However here are a few things you should know:
• Mouthwashes that contain alcohol can dry and irritate the mouth
• You need to swish a mouthwash for 1 minute so the ingredients can work
• It's best to use mouthwash before brushing so the fluoride in toothpaste can soak in, or use it when you can't brush
Is whitening safe?22 February 2016 . Posted by Laurelyn in Tips and Tricks
Whitening is one of the easiest ways to improve your smile.
It's safe if used in a healthy mouth as directed by your dentist.
In some cases tooth sensitivity may be a possible short-term side effect but that can be easily managed.
If overused or improperly used, whitening can cause damage to gums and teeth.
Have a chat with us for more advice and guidelines about whitening treatments.
Shaggy dog toothbrush?15 February 2016 . Posted by Laurelyn in Tips and Tricks
You should ditch your toothbrush at 2-3 months or sooner if your brush starts to resemble a shaggy dog.
When the bristles are flattened or splayed, they can't access the grooves and sweep away germs or food particles.
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Cui-Lan Li et al., Feasibility and effectiveness of unintended pregnancy prevention with low-dose mifepristone combined with misoprostol before expected menstruation, Hum. Reprod. (2015) 30 (12): 2794-2801. doi: 10.1093/humrep/dev239
Menstrual regulation revisited
It has been really difficult to select this month's Editor's Highlight. We have so many good studies in this issue! I decided to pick a study of the 'alternative' use of mifepristone/misoprostol, not for medical abortion but for 'menstrual regulation', to use that unpleasant euphemism. The combination of these drugs (200 mg mifepristone orally, followed by 800 µg misoprostol vaginally) has been studied extensively for medical abortion. Cui-Lan Li and co-workers from Guangzhou, China, now present a study of the effectiveness of administering low dose mifepristone (50 mg) orally one day before the expected menstruation and low-dose misoprostol (200 µg) orally on the date of the expected menstruation in women at risk of an unintended pregnancy. They recruited 650 healthy women who were seeking contraceptive advice after unprotected sexual intercourse, 15–45 years of age, with regular menstrual cycles (duration of 25–35 days) and regular sexual activity. The participants agreed not to use any other contraception method during the study period. Their study suggests that this regimen of menstrual regulation is effective and safe "in maintaining or restoring a non-pregnant status": 50 mg mifepristone plus 200 µg misoprostol is efficacious for termination of ultra-early pregnancy (≤35 days of amenorrhea) in women who subsequently were shown to have had a positive hCG, with no obvious menstrual disturbance in non-pregnant women. The authors suggest cautiously that their regimen of menstrual regulation might have potential for routine contraception. This may still seem to be a bridge too far, but larger prospective studies of this new form of 'menstrual regulation' in unselected patients are warranted.
Elina Pohjoranta, Maarit Mentula, Mika Gissler, Satu Suhonen and Oskari Heikinheimo, Provision of intrauterine contraception in association with first trimester induced abortion reduces the need of repeat abortion – first-year results of a randomized controlled trial in Hum. Reprod. (2015) 30 (11): 2539-2546. doi: 10.1093/humrep/dev233
Insertion of an intrauterine device (IUD) immediately following an induced abortion below 12 weeks is more effective than prescribing oral contraceptives (OC). During the first year after the event the numbers of women requesting another abortion were 9/375 (2.4%) in the IUD group and 20/373 (5.4%) in the group randomized to receiving an OC prescription. The difference was significant. RCT's are not always easy to perform, and this one definitely will have been no exception. Randomizing more than 750 women between IUDs and OCs after an induced abortion and following them up for (more than) a year will have put high demands on Elina Pohjoranta and her co-investigators and on the participants, and we owe them all for it. Theirs is an effort that results in findings that will contribute significantly to clinical practice from now onwards. Providing women with an IUD at the time of an induced abortion will decrease the need of subsequent abortions
Tjon-Kon-Fat R.I., et al., Is IVF—served two different ways—more cost-effective than IUI with controlled ovarian hyperstimulation? Hum. Reprod. (2015) 30 (10): 2331-2339., doi: 10.1093/humrep/dev193 Ah … how satisfying, RCT's, Randomized Clinical Trials! Isn't it wonderful that people are still prepared to make the (huge) effort to embark on them in these times of easy scoring, fast results and hurried progress? And how rewarding when the codes are broken and the analysis can start. Raissa Tjon-Kon-Fat, Alexandra Bensdorp and their 25 co-authors asked whether traditional IVF with conventional ovarian stimulation, single embryo transfer and subsequent cryo-cycles (IVF), or IVF in the modified natural cycle (IVF-MNC), or stimulated IUI (IUI-COH) are to be preferred from a cost-effectiveness point of view as a first line treatment in couples with unexplained subfertility and an unfavourable prognosis on natural conception.
They found that both IVF strategies are significantly more expensive when compared to IUI-COH, without being significantly more effective. In the comparison between IVF-MNC and IUI-COH the latter is the dominant strategy. I hope that NICE will notice.
S.D. Prien, C.E. Wessels and L.L. Penrose, Preliminary trials of a specific gravity technique in the determination of early embryo growth potential in Hum. Reprod. (2015) 30 (9): 2076-2083. doi: 10.1093/humrep/dev178
The weight of an embryo
As an editor of a scientific journal every now and then you bump into an exciting but unpredicted development. In the September issue of Human Reproduction you will find such a surprise: estimation of an embryo's developmental potential by determining its specific gravity. Sam Prien and co-workers from Lubbock, Texas, USA, showed that average descent times of one cell mouse embryos in a Specific Gravity System (SGS) were different for embryos that stalled early versus those that developed to blastocysts. Significantly more embryos that dropped through the SGS developed to blastocyst than culture controls. In theory, this system will allow for early non-invasive differentiation between one cell embryos that will and that will not develop into blastocysts. The authors warn that the current in vitro study will need to be followed by fecundity studies prior to application to a human population. But be prepared, one day the maxim in the IVF unit may be: count your follicles and weigh your embryos.
Stop the epidemiological bonanza! Scandinavian countries are famous for a lot of things. Among these are the Vikings, Lennart Nilsson, Abba, Borgen, warm smoked salmon, Pippi Langstrump, Arto Paasilinna and Arne Sunde, but also the apparent ease with which Nordic researchers link national databases. In this issue of Human Reproduction we present an example. The Norwegian Medical Birth Registry was linked with the Norwegian Cancer Registry by Marte Myhre Reigstad and coworkers, and the authors found no increased risk of cancer in women conceiving by IVF. A reassuring finding, although the two large administrative databases were not created for this purpose and caveats are appropriate, as acknowledged by the authors. And also by two independent experts who comment on the paper, in this same issue of Human Reproduction. Madelon van Wely recommends that instead of relying on administrative databases that were developed for other purposes, future epidemiological studies on cancer following ART should be aware of early detection bias in these studies and aim at large prospective databases with a long follow-up time that include all risk factors. David Grimes warns that in large database linkage studies "the more comparisons are made, the greater is the likelihood that something will pop up as statistically significant (even when no association exists)". Geneticists have faced similar problems with Genome Wide Association Studies and came up with the STREGA statement on STrengthening the REporting of Genetic Association studies, an extension of the STROBE statement. It's time people working with other large datasets consider developing a similar tool. We receive many database studies nowadays. What we do not want is to scare our vulnerable IVF patients once a week with a spurious claim that IVF causes yet another erratic type of disease in mother or child. Let the epidemiologists take their responsibility and develop that publishing guideline.
This highlight refers to four articles:
1- Johannes L.H. Evers, et al., The war on error, in Hum. Reprod. (2015) 30 (8): 1747-1748 doi:10.1093/humrep/dev146
2- David A. Grimes, Epidemiologic research with administrative databases: red herrings, false alarms and pseudo-epidemics in Hum. Reprod. (2015) 30 (8): 1749-1752 doi:10.1093/humrep/dev151
4- M.M. Reigstad et al., Cancer risk among parous women following assisted reproductive technology in Hum. Reprod. (2015) 30 (8): 1952-1963 doi:10.1093/humrep/dev124
'Quickstarting' oral contraceptives after emergency contraception is a good idea.
S.T. Cameron, C. Berger, L. Michie, C. Klipping and K. Gemzell-Danielsson in Hum. Reprod. (2015) 30 (7): 1566-1572. doi: 10.1093/humrep/dev115
The effects on ovarian activity of ulipristal acetate when 'quickstarting' a combined oral contraceptive pill: a prospective, randomized, double-blind parallel-arm, placebo-controlled study
The availability of emergency contraception (EC) provides women with a second chance to prevent an unintended pregnancy. The most effective form of EC is inserting an IntraUterine Contraceptive Device (IUCD). This has the added advantage of providing continued contraception if the woman wishes so. Inserting an IUCD 'ad hoc' however may not always be practical nor feasible. Of the medical forms of EC, ulipristal acetate (UPA) prevents significantly more pregnancies than levonorgestrel (LNG). Neither of these two medical alternatives provides continued protection however. In the present randomized clinical trial (RCT) Sharon Cameron and co-workers investigated what is the effect on ovarian activity of a preceeding intake of UPA when starting a combined oral contraceptive (COC) in the mid to late follicular phase of the cycle. This is a very important and timely issue and I wish to commend the authors for having investigated it, and for having investigated it so well, in the form of an RCT. The study - from Scotland, Sweden and The Netherlands - showed that UPA does not affect the ability of the COC to induce ovarian quiescence. The authors warn however that their study cannot exclude a possible impact of hormonal contraception on the ability of UPA to delay ovulation. Further research on the interaction of hormonal contraception and UPA is therefore required. And Human Reproduction will be ready to publish it.
Will an apple a day keep the doctor away?
Yu Han Chui et al. in Human Reproduction (2015) 30 (6): 1342-1351. doi: 10.1093/humrep/dev064
Fruit and vegetable intake and their pesticide residues in relation to semen quality among men from a fertility clinic. Consumption of fruits and vegetables, even if washed carefully before use, is a potential source of human pesticide exposure. Pesticides are supposed to combat disease in agriculture, but by the same token, decreasing a microorganism's viability, they might combat sperm. And of course they do not disappear once the tomato is harvested or the pear is picked. Fruits and vegetables carry residual pesticides, some more, some less. Their consumption is positively related to urinary metabolite levels of pesticides. Substituting conventionally grown produce with eco-friendly organic produce decreases the urinary metabolite levels of such pesticides. In the current study, Yu Han Chiu and co-workers, from the Harvard School of Public Health in Boston, USA, classified fruits and vegetables according to their typical, average pesticide residue status in the US food supply, as determined by the US Department of Agriculture. Onions and grapefruit are in the low pesticide residue category, strawberries and spinach in the high. The investigators did confirm their primary hypothesis that consumption of large volumes of high pesticide residue fruits and vegetables was associated with a lower total sperm count, a lower ejaculate volume, and a lower percentage of morphologically normal sperm among men attending a fertility clinic. Intake of fruits and vegetables with low pesticide residue was associated with a higher percentage of normal sperm morphology. These findings suggest for the first time that exposure to what we believe to be small amounts of residual pesticides, through consumption of fruits and vegetables, may be intense enough to affect spermatogenesis in humans. An apple a day may keep the family doctor away, but not the fertility doctor.
What is the effect of a multifaceted intervention with participation of patients on improvement of patient-centredness in fertility care?
Aleida Huppelschoten, Willianne Nelen, Gert Westert, Ron van Golde, Eddy Adang, Jan Kremer. in Hum. Reprod. (2015) 30 (4): 973-986. doi: 10.1093/humrep/deu348
Improving patient-centredness in partnership with female patients: a cluster RCT in fertility care
Taking care of infertility couples means providing care that takes into account the preferences and needs of these patients, something which, also due to the work of these authors, has become known as 'patient-centred infertility care'. The title of their paper may confuse readers, but the content is important. The authors point out that especially infertile patients who suffer from a high emotional burden of treatment could benefit from a more patient-centred approach. Improvement of patient-centred care is still needed, because effective strategies to come to improvement are lacking. That's why they embarked on this 'cluster RCT' in 32 Dutch fertility clinics, covering about one third of all Dutch hospitals. After randomization, 16 clinics in the intervention group were exposed to a multifaceted improvement strategy for patient-centred fertility care for 1 year. This strategy comprised audit and feedback, educational outreach visits and patient-mediated interventions. The remaining 16 clinics in the control group performed care as usual. From the findings the authors conclude that their multifaceted intervention with participation of patients did not improve total patient-centredness scores by women in fertility care. However, scores on the continuity of care subscale were significantly higher in the intervention group compared to the control group, and the addition of three interaction terms to the model had a significant impact: being younger than 36 years, beginning treatment after the study had started, and using complementary and alternative medicine. I have not only highlighted this study for its findings, another reason for choosing it is to show that even in difficult areas of research, modern methods and challenging study designs can assist us in evaluating care and hence help our patients.
Underuse of modern methods of contraception: underlying causes of undesired pregnancies and the public health burden in 35 low and middle-income countries.
Saverio Bellizzi,Howard Sobel, Hiromi Obara and Marleen Temmerman from WHO Manila and Geneva. in Hum. Reprod. (2015) 30 (4): 973-986. doi: 10.1093/humrep/deu348
Human Reproduction publishes papers on pharmacological, medical, demographic and social aspects of contraception. This study by Saverio Bellizzi and co-workers compares the contraceptive use of almost 13,000 unintentionally pregnant women with that of more than 111,000 sexually active women who were neither pregnant nor desiring pregnancy, a titanic effort. The study question was: What is the contribution of the underuse of modern methods of contraception to the annual undesired pregnancies in 35 low and middle-income countries? Their study revealed that 15 million out of 16.7 million undesired pregnancies occurring annually in these countries could have been prevented with optimal use of modern methods of contraception. The study would suggest that a major reason why women in low and middle income countries report non-use of effective methods is lack of knowledge and fables and fallacies surrounding these methods. Education could play an important role here, but educational interventions that do not go hand in hand with affordability and availability of contraception are destined to fail. WHO has to be commended for embarking on an essential study like this. Now that we understand the problem and know the solution, who will take the next step?
Successful fertility preservation following ovarian tissue vitrification in patients with primary ovarian insufficiency
Nao Suzuki, Nobuhito Yoshioka, Seido Takae, Yodo Sugishita, Midori Tamura, Shu Hashimoto, Yoshiharu Morimoto and Kazuhiro Kawamura in Hum. Reprod. (2015) doi: 10.1093/humrep/deu353
Successful fertility preservation in patients with primary ovarian insufficiency
At Human Reproduction, with every manuscript we receive, we ask ourselves three questions: Is it new? Is it true? Do I care? A properly conducted randomized clinical trial on a pristine procedure theoretically might show affirmative answers to all three questions, but such articles are rare. We don't receive them on a daily basis. HR pretends to offer new science and should therefore also publish papers that may be less than perfect but offer exciting new ideas. This study by Nao Suzuki and co-workers from Kawasaki and Osaka in Japan is such a study. It is new, and you should care. It offers a first glimpse of a development that might one day lead to preventing childlessness in patients with primary ovarian insufficiency (POI). The authors retrieved ovarian cortical tissue from these patients and vitrified it. After thawing the tissue, it was cultured for 48 hours during which follicles were exposed to substances that cause activation of follicle growth. Little cubes of the tissue then were inserted beneath the serosa of the Fallopian tube during laparoscopy. Thirty-seven POI patients were included in the study. In 20, surgical pathology showed that there were still some follicles present in their biopsies. After vitrification, thawing and transplantation, nine of these 20 patients developed follicles and at ovum pick-up 24 oocytes were retrieved from six. Regular IVF followed, and embryo transfer was carried out in four patients. Three pregnancies ensued, as reflected in a rise of serum hCG. At the time of writing the report one miscarriage, one still on-going pregnancy and one successful delivery had occurred. There is still a long way to go, two ongoing pregnancies in 37 patients gives you a number needed to treat of 19. IF – and here is the big IF - IF the comparison group would have shown no pregnancies. And this is at the same time the weak point of the present study: it lacks a comparison group. But it is new, it may be true, and even if this study would only lead to a better understanding of POI it would deserve our attention.
Does oocyte banking for anticipated gamete exhaustion influence future relational and reproductive choices? A follow-up of bankers and non-bankers
D. Stoop, E. Maes, N.P. Polyzos, G. Verheyen, H. Tournaye and J. Nekkebroeck
in Hum. Reprod. (2015) 30 (2): 338-344. doi: 10.1093/humrep/deu317
Dominic Stoop and his co-workers investigated the relational status, reproductive choices and possible regret of a pioneer cohort of women who considered or performed oocyte banking for anticipated age-related infertility between 2009 and 2011. Of the 140 women, 86 (61%) indeed completed at least one cycle of cryopreservation. Of these, only 51% think at present that they will use their frozen eggs at some point in time. 95% of the bankers would do it again however, most preferably at a younger age. 96% would recommend the procedure to others. Bankers and non-bankers did not differ in terms of experiencing steady relations (48 vs. 55%), attempting conception (35 vs. 45%), and not conceiving within one year (17 vs. 15%). The Brussels VUB group has always excelled in careful long-term patient follow-up. In this study they show that oocyte banking for 'social reasons' offers reassurance to the women who did it, even if they were currently less likely to use their frozen eggs than expected at the time of retrieval. Bankers and non-bankers did not differ in current desire for a child, relational status and reproductive choices. The procedure did not appear to affect these women's life choices in this small pilot group.
Time-lapse in the IVF-lab: how should we assess potential benefit?
S. Armstrong, A. Vail, S. Mastenbroek, V. Jordan and C. Farquhar in Hum. Reprod. (2015) 30 (1): 3-8. doi: 10.1093/humrep/deu250
Toys for the boys – continued
Reproductive Medicine is notorious for introducing unproven new procedures into the clinic. Based on a few small observational studies clinical implementation takes place rapidly and on a massive scale. The next thing your hear is that "it is no longer ethically appropriate to start a clinical trial now, since that would deprive the patient of an extra chance of a pregnancy", or - even worse – "she is going for IVF anyhow, so why not prescribe her alpha-pipalonic-sulphate and allow her to increase her chances?". And once everyone is doing it, it will be difficult to step back and do the proper trial: "Why would a patient take part in such a trial if she stands a 50% chance of not receiving the new drug?" At this place I have praised previous attempts to critically assess new procedures in ART such as PGS and "scratching" the endometrium. It didn't bring me much fan mail. In the current issue of Human Reproduction, Sarah Armstrong and her co-workers shine their critical light on time-lapse monitoring of embryo development, the latest cash-cow of ART lab equipment manufacturers. We demand drug companies to provide evidence, in multimillion euro trials, that their drugs do more good than harm. Why do we allow manufacturers of lab equipment (and culture media for that matter) to get away with it and sell their "toys for the boys" without appropriate testing? Wouldn't they themselves be interested in the answer to the question whether it is the ability of the system to accumulate "multiple, detailed, time-lapse images of embryos which can be utilised to select the highest quality embryo for transfer", or whether it is the effect of improved culture conditions, minimised handling of the embryos, temperature and gas composition control, and not exposing the embryos to bench-top light microscopy? If you are interested – which I'm sure you are – check the January issue of Human Reproduction for Sarah Armstrong's article. It's free.
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Even before I had kids, my mornings were a struggle—but I am a morning person. That does not really make sense, does it? The morning is actually my favorite part of the day. Mornings when you are rushed and stressed is a different story. I have been a mom for just over five years, and… Continue reading Mornings
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Life Before Kids
Do you miss the days before you had kids? I sometimes do. There are days where I just want to come home after a long day, watch mindless TV, and eat dinner on the couch. When people say they do not miss those days or do not remember what they did before kids, I sometimes… Continue reading Life Before Kids
The Best Things in Life Are Free
Everything you do costs money. When you throw kids in the mix, the expense usually doubles. There are so many things you can do that do not cost an arm and a leg, especially during Minnesota summers. Kids do not know the difference if something costs money or is free. Kids just want to live… Continue reading The Best Things in Life Are Free
To Get a Dog or Not
Getting a dog is something you have to decide for yourself. They are so cute, great for kids, and great companions. They are also a big commitment and responsibility. We recently got a puppy, Nala, (10 months) because we were heartbroken over the loss of our previous dog, Molly girl. She was the greatest thing… Continue reading To Get a Dog or Not
Traveling with Little Kids
Traveling with little kids is exhausting but worth it. I do not consider it a vacation, I consider it an adventure. People often tell me that my kids will not remember taking trips so young. I know they will not remember, but I will. I have the photos and memories that will last a lifetime.… Continue reading Traveling with Little Kids


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Today, the disability sector is very much focused on adapting to changes brought to the industry by new parameters around securing NDIS funding, while the added distractions of a Royal Commission are making it very difficult to remain focused on client outcomes. Almost out of sight and out of mind – it's becoming increasingly difficult to stay focused on business drivers like IT, at a time when the focus is so strongly on funding, marketing and of course client services and care.
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The world of IT is evolving rapidly, offering better technology solutions with applications and platforms that are capable of servicing the sector at a rapid rate. Running yesterday's server-based technology is no longer the answer. In a world dominated by mobile devices and ubiquitous technology, it's now a lot simpler for carers to stay connected in the field with platforms available that streamline the supply of information and advice to carers, and vice versa when sending key data back to head office.
Today, you can leverage applications for scheduling, client tracking, case management, policy sharing, staff and client induction, financial management, training, education, fleet management and so much more. However, if your IT systems and platforms are out of date, or running on old operating systems that are no longer supported then you are significantly reducing productivity and missing out on potential cost saving tools, not to mention putting your data at risk of cyber-attacks that exploit old systems.
If your organisation lacks the internal knowledge to determine what IT should be deployed, it can be frustrating or worse, overlooked. Especially if the IT team you work with, either internally or externally are in reactive mode, and simply adding Band-Aids to an out of date system – whether it be for lack of a better mandate or a lack of recent training.
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HudsonAlpha offers genetic testing for cancer risk
Thanks to a donation from the Russel Hill Cancer Foundation and community leaders, The HudsonAlpha Institute for Biotechnology is offering free genetic testing for cancer risk to people in North Alabama for the fifth year.
Beginning November 7, 2019, any woman or man ages 28 to 30 in Madison, Limestone, Jackson, Marshall or Morgan County may take the Information is Power test for FREE (born between November 7, 1989 to November 7, 1991). Other adults, 19 and older residing in those counties, may take the test for a reduced cost of $129. There is also the opportunity to GIFT A TEST to someone who might be interested in this potentially life-saving information.
The test, offered by Kailos Genetics, tests the well-known BRCA1 and BRCA2 genes, as well as several dozen other genes linked to breast, ovarian, colon, prostate, pancreatic, and other cancers.
The initiative continues through November 8, 2020.
What is the Information is Power genetic test?
The take-at-home test, developed and offered by Kailos Genetics, tests for the well-known BRCA1 and BRCA2 genes, as well as several dozen other genes linked to an increased risk of developing breast, ovarian, colon, prostate, pancreatic and other cancers.
A simple cheek swab could help empower you to make important health care decisions for you and your family. A positive test doesn't necessarily mean you will develop cancer, and a negative test doesn't mean you will be cancer-free. However, with the results of the test, you along with your physician can make more informed choices for managing your cancer risk.
What you learn about your own genes also has a potential impact on your family members. Genes are inherited, and finding out about a genetic risk factor may provide information for your sons, daughters, brothers, sisters, and other relatives who are also at an increased risk.
If you receive a positive result from the Information is Power test, meaning a genetic risk factor is found, a genetic counselor will call you and your healthcare provider to discuss the result and next steps in more detail.
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Monthly Archives: March 2016
Independence without God is Slavery-Rev. Jane Gaffney- Ghana 59th Independence Service
Praise Time Pt2 @ Methodist Central Hall, Ghana 59 Independence Service
Praise Time Pt1 @ Methodist Central Hall-Ghana 59th Independence Service
Praise Time @ Methodist Central Hall, Ghana 59th Independence Service
GMF WF raise funds for a good cause
The Women's Fellowship of the Ghanaian Methodist Fellowship– UK Chaplaincy has organised a dinner to raise funds for the Methodist Women's Vocational Institute-Kwadaso, in Kumasi, Ghana. The feast was held at the Walworth Methodist Church, Camberwell on 30 January 2016
The dinner was mainly sponsored by one member of the women's fellowship, Mrs Hilda Amoo- Gottfried as part of her 70th birthday celebration. Explaining her reasons for the invitation, Hilda said, I have invited you to help raise money for the Methodist Women's Vocational Institute, and "to glorify God and thank Him for 70 years of life, nearly 42 of happy marriage and three wonderful sons".
The chaplain of the fellowship Rev William Davis explained the poor state of the toilet facilities of the institute to the guests and urged them to give generously towards the renovation of the toilet facilities.
The guests were served with variety sea foods and many traditional Ghanaian foods.
The dinner was attended by many members of the women's fellowship, members of the Ghanaian Fellowship and family and friends of Mrs Hilda Amoo-Gottfried.
Over thousand pounds was raised on the day with more pledges to be received later.
The Methodist Women's Vocational Institute was established in 1946 through the collaborative effort of the Women's Fellowship of the Methodist Mission Society in Britain to train Ministers' spouses. Currently, the institutes run secretarial courses and technical, vocational, and educational training.
Story by Felix Adoko Otabil
MHA Receives Support
The Christ Little Band– an organisation within the Ghanaian Methodist Fellowship –UK Chaplaincy has donated a cheque of two hundred and fifty pounds (£250.00) to the Methodist Homes for the Aged (MHA). The cheque was presented at the Founders' Day Celebration of the Christ Little Band on 24 January 2016 at St Mark's Methodist Church, Tottenham.
Stoke Mandeville Hospital also received a cheque of £250.00 pounds. This was in recognition of excellent treatment Mr Kojo Hagan– a patron of Christ Little Band and staunch member of the Ghanaian Fellowship had some years ago when he was admitted to the hospital.
Christ Little Band was founded 130 years ago in Cape Coast, Ghana (then, Gold Coast), to deepen Christian faith through; Bible study, and to promote practical Christian values. The founders' day celebration was also used to launch the 10th anniversary celebration of Christ Little Band– GMF-UK branch.
Though can't boast of great numbers, the band which has a motto: "Together we stand, divided we fall", has over the past years contributed significantly to many organisations including Methodist Hospital, Wenchi and Methodist Clinic, Amakom, both in Ghana. Having made some contributions to organisation in Ghana, the band has now shifted focus to organisations in Britain, and it is their hope and prayer that they would continue to help such organisations in the years ahead.
The Ghanaian Methodist Fellowship UK branch of the band is taking the challenge to set up more branches across London in the coming years. The outgoing leader of the band-Opanyin Esther Opoku- Gyimah was honoured at the service for her support and service to the band.
Photo: Godfried Gyasi-Addo (Left) receiving cheque on behalf of MHA, Esther Opoku-Gyimah (Right) outgoing leader of Christ Little Band.
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The only difference that exists in misplacing your cell phone and your wallets is the fact that you could only give a ring to your cell phone in order to locate it. There are various apps that might even help you with this task. On the other hand, for your wallets or keys, most probably you might have to clean the whole house and go through every single thing and still not find it. Unless you own a wallet with gps.
Allocating a particular area for these items might seem like a viable option. Alternatively, using a Bluetooth enabled GPS tracking device could be a much more effortless task and might save you of the time and effort required to search. These devices can be attached to the wallet and you can track it by using your mobile phone or computer. It's really easy and makes your life more comfortable. With a number of thefts and robberies happening around tracking your wallet and keeping the money safe is almost everyone's topmost priority in life. Here's the most suitable choice for you to keep your money safe.
Everything you need to know about Trax Play
Trax play is a little cute tracker that works perfectly with your wallet or purse. Weighing less than just an ounce, you can clip this blue tooth enable tracking device with your wallets, bag or keys. Trax Play works using a mobile app that can be downloaded for free.
For those of you who don't use their mobile phones often, it allows the users to login via a website that allows you to track even on your desktop computers. All you have to pay is a very cheap membership fee in order to make the best use of these trackers.
The experiments and testing reflected that the extreme accuracy was not the most fascinating of its features, 30 seconds of lag time between the back and the pin on the map was also an impressive trait. The discovery range of 125 feet and its accuracy makes it one of the most suitable choices when you're looking to equip your wallet with GPS that actually works. The tracking of your wallets through this device ensures the complete and utmost level of safely, that too with least effort.
In the tests that were carried out, the battery of Trax Play lasted for as long 21 hours, that is quite reasonable. The battery could most certainly last completely for an 8-hour day at work. The blue tooth enabled tracking e is splash-proof, means that it is not completely waterproof, so it isn't recommended to throw your wallets with GPS in the ocean. What this device does lack is two-way communication; it still comes with the virtual reality artificial intelligence supported system. When opened, it displays the surroundings via your cell phone's screen with a particular pin that shows you which way the tracker is. It isn't only useful for finding the tracker but also seems interesting to do so.
- Phenomenal battery life
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- Unique augmented reality feature
- It is not waterproof
- Silicon case is not that easy to clean and gets dirty quite often
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Time Out says
The Murray's rooftop bar and restaurant serves modern European dishes and cocktails with a stunning view
When it comes to rooftop spaces in this city, the widely accepted rule is if you've got it, flaunt it. That's what The Murray hotel does with Popinjays, the crowning gem of its F&B portfolio. Accessible by a private elevator, the penthouse venue has a bar on one side and the restaurant on the other. It's encased in floor-to-ceiling windows with a wraparound terrace that looks out in all directions to surrounding high-rises. While the acoustics could use some improvement – right now, it's difficult to hear the staff, even if they're standing tableside – the space is a stunner, a cool blend of class and playfulness, with plenty of Kaws artwork to embellish the walls.
This showiness is apt for a restaurant that derives its name from the old-fashioned term for a parrot. Expect plenty of fowl language here, beginning with the 'aviary' cocktail selection where the Pecking Order ($130) roosts. Made with tom yum-infused Nusa Caña rum with yuzu, elderflower, lime and mint soda, it's extremely drinkable with its candy-like sourness and just a slight touch of heat.
In terms of food, there's the Birds of a Feather sharing menu ($990 per person) served on Fridays and Saturdays, as well as a four or six-course degustation option ($980-$1,280) on Tuesdays to Thursdays. Deciding to fly in a different direction, we order à la carte, starting with the Hokkaido scallop and sea urchin carpaccio ($260). It's a disappointing opener, the mollusc being thick and creamy but lacking any sweetness. Mains fare much better. The seared John Dory ($420) is well-seasoned with flesh that's firm yet wonderfully flaky. Simple and light, especially with the accompanying quinoa risotto and aioli, it's the yin to the signature roasted Vendée pigeon's yang ($650), a dish designed to please those who prefer flavours deep and robust. Tender, gamey and a beautiful medium-rare pink, the meat pairs especially well with acute flavours, amply provided here by the black berries and Kalamata olives that share its elegant white plate.
As impressed as we are with the pigeon, though, it's with a dessert that Popinjays really takes flight. The caramelised golden apple cheesecake ($130) is a delight of layered textures and flavours. The cheese component – rich, creamy and just the right amount of tartness – is generously piped over a cookie base before it's adorned with shards of dehydrated apple. It's paired with a quenelle of fragrant, pod-speckled vanilla ice cream and strips of fresh green apple that bring out the sweetness. We prefer this to white peach crémeaux ($130). Comprising white peach purée in white peach mousse and a thin, pink layer of peach juice gelatin – all made to look like, you guessed it, a white peach – this latter sweet is one-note in flavour, although it's also a joy to look at.
This aesthetics-first approach is what defines Popinjays. While certain things could be improved, the restaurant isn't shy about all the things it does right, mainly the tasteful venue itself and stunning rooftop terrace. Its name may mean parrot, but Popinjays is a venue that struts proudly like a peacock.
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