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LITTLE ROCK � Gov. Mike Beebe told reporters Tuesday he now fully supports expanding Medicaid under the federal Affordable Care Act and will seek legislative support for it, though Republicans in the Legislature have signaled the governor may have a fight on his hands.
LITTLE ROCK � Gov. Mike Beebe told reporters Tuesday he now fully supports expanding Medicaid under the federal Affordable Care Act and will seek legislative support for it, though Republicans in the Legislature have signaled the governor may have a fight on his hands.
Beebe had said previously he was inclined to support the expansion of Medicaid to include people earning up 138 percent of the federal poverty level, but he wanted to know whether Arkansas would be able to opt out of the expansion if the state became unable to afford it. He said Tuesday that federal officials have told him the state would be able to opt out of the expanded coverage.
�I�m for it,� Beebe said. �I think it�s good for our people because it�s helping folks that don�t have insurance now that are out there working their tails off. They�re not just sitting on a couch somewhere just asking for something. They�re working, but they can�t afford $1,000 or $1,500 a month insurance for their families.
�It helps our hospitals and the rest of us that are paying insurance because it attacks the uncompensated care issue.� he said. �It obviously helps the people because they can get preventive care and get to a doctor quicker than waiting to go to the emergency room when they�re really bad off.�
Beebe acknowledged that appropriating money for the expansion will require a three-fourths vote in the Legislature, so legislative support is necessary �or it�s not going to happen anyway.�
The federal Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services advised Beebe in a letter dated Aug. 31 that �if a state covers the expansion group, it may decide later to drop the coverage.�
Beebe said was satisfied by the response.
�I wanted to make sure we were the masters of our own fate,� he said.
President Obama�s Affordable Care Act originally required states to expand Medicaid or lose federal Medicaid funding, but the U.S. Supreme Court ruled that the government could not punish states for not complying by withholding money they currently receive, effectively making the expansion optional.
The federal government would pay 100 percent of the cost of the expansion for the first three years, after which the state would begin paying a portion that would gradually increase to a maximum of 10 percent.
The state Department of Human Services has estimated 250,000 people would be added to Arkansas� Medicaid rolls under the expansion.
DHS officials have said that when factors such as an increase in the federal matching rate for the ARKids First children�s health insurance program, state income taxes on the increased federal Medicaid funding and a reduction in state spending on uncompensated care are taken into account, the expansion would save Arkansas $372 million over the first several years.
When the state�s share of the cost tops out at 10 percent, the annual net cost to the state would be $4 million, according to DHS.
Beebe said Tuesday that DHS� estimate does not take into account the full economic stimulus likely to result from increased federal Medicaid money flowing into the state.
�Some (economists) say health care dollars turn over seven times in the community,� he said, adding that helping rural hospitals stay open also benefits the economy.
Beebe also noted that Arkansans will continue paying federal taxes with or without the expansion.
�Do I let Arkansans be left out when we�re paying our fair share?� he said.
The state Medicaid program is projected to see a budget shortfall of between $250 million and $400 million in the fiscal year that starts next July. Beebe said Tuesday that increased federal dollars coming into the state for the Medicaid expansion would help reduce, but not eliminate, the impact of the shortfall.
He also said the state�s plans to change the payment system for health care providers in the state should bring down Medicaid costs eventually, but even so �there�ll have to be some cuts.�
Republican legislators have expressed resistance to the Medicaid expansion. Republican House Caucus leader Bruce Westerman, R-Hot Springs, said Tuesday that now is not the time to commit to the expansion.
�If things change in Washington on the political scene, there�s the chance that there won�t even be any funding available for Medicaid expansion or the impetus to expand Medicaid anymore, so I think supporting the expansion before the election is certainly premature,� he said.
Republican legislators have made it a goal to win majorities in the state House and Senate this year.
Rep. Terry Rice, R-Mena, Republicans� preference for the next House speaker, said Tuesday he wanted more information, such as the cost to the state if it opts out of the expansion and then back in, how mental health and pharmaceutical services would be affected and what the long-term liability to the state would be.
�I�m still gathering information and open-minded till I hear what all the facts are and what the costs are,� he said.
Westerman said he had concerns about expanding a program with a looming shortfall and was not comforted by the assurance that Arkansas could opt out of the expanded coverage later.
�I don�t think we can go back and tell a quarter of a million people, �Sorry, you no longer have these benefits,�� he said.


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Long Beach Dumpster Recycling In Focus
Green living is now a mainstream lifestyle choice, and not just the preserve of environmental campaigners. In our locale, most people understand how important it is to save the planet. Consequently, dependable Long Beach dumpster recycling firms are in big demand.
When searching for dumpster firms, make sure you check that the rubbish items will be recycled. It is advisable to research the methods used by dumpster companies, to be doubly sure. Thankfully, all of the information you require can be obtained quite easily.
Search for firms that adopt one-stream recycling procedures. This method, of placing every recyclable item into one container, ensures that rubbish is recycled more economically. This saves the dumpster service company transport expenses. Also, it saves you the effort and time of segregating your rubbish items. The quicker the procedure, the more rubbish can be recycled.
The Business Recycling website reports that extra measures are required, when selecting a trustworthy recycler. For example, making a request to visit the premises is a good way of ensuring that rubbish is correctly processed. Furthermore, asking managers to outline the different methods used is a reliable way of assessing the firm's integrity. Find out how every kind of rubbish is transported and dealt with. Ask whether you can look at the finished product bales too.
Question the company managers about whether they have any professional certifications. These certifications prove that the firm has demonstrated its' credibility, in the eyes of an impartial third party. Also, firms should be capable of providing current performance data, which demonstrates their success. Be wary of any firms that are not forthcoming with this information.
Lastly, ask the recycler's management team whether the firm has been investigated or fined in the past, for contravening federal laws or government regulations. These things ought to be publicly recorded, and many states maintain archives of environmental action. A good record, particularly over recent times, is an accurate indication that the company is reputable.
Recycling shouldn't be an inconvenience to individuals or businesses. Once you spend some time doing research, and visiting the company premises, you have a greater likelihood of making the right decision for yourself and the planet.
Our firm operates in Long Beach, and fulfils all the necessary criteria for legal and efficient recycling of innumerable waste items. We are happy to address all your queries, and welcome you to visit our clean, modern premises.
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In addition to the Batman guests, DCC is planning a number of panels with a Batman focus in honor of the Dark Knight's first appearance in Detective Comics number 27 in May 1939.
Denver, CO (PRWEB) March 05, 2014
Denver Comic Con and Literary Conference (DCC), a program of Comic Book Classroom (CBC) designed to help promote literacy through pop culture, today announced a Batman 75th Anniversary lineup for the June convention that includes Adam West, Burt Ward and Julie Newmar from the iconic 1960's ABC television series "Batman" and Kevin Conroy, the voice of Batman in Batman: The Animated Series.
In addition to the Batman guests, DCC is planning a number of panels with a Batman focus in honor of the Dark Knight's first appearance in Detective Comics number 27 in May 1939. West, Ward and Newmar will gather for a Batman '66 Reunion panel; in addition to a celebration of his two decades portraying Warner Bros. animated Batman, Conroy will take part in our many voice actors panels; and more than a dozen Batman comics artists and writers will participate in a variety of panels focusing on their careers in the Caped Crusader's comics.
On the 1960's series, West was cast in the role of Batman and Bruce Wayne, Ward was the Boy Wonder, Robin, and Newmar was the villainess Catwoman.
Since his role as Batman, West has nearly 50 film and television appearances including "The Detectives," "The Last Precinct" and, most recently, voicing the character Mayor Adam West on the animated series "Family Guy." He's also published an autobiography, "Back to the Batcave."
In addition to various acting credits since his role as Robin, Ward developed a number of charities, including Early Bird Learning, an early education program that taught social values, good health and safety rules and critical thinking skills, as well as Great Dane Rescue that finds homes for the breed.
Newmar is best known as Catwoman, but has had a successful stage and screen career beyond that role. She won a Tony Award for "The Marriage-Go-Round" and acclaim for her work in "Li'l Abner" and "Silk Stockings." She's appeared in memorable television episodes of "Route 66" and "The Twilight Zone," and starred in movies such as "Seven Brides for Seven Brothers." She's also an entrepreneur; in 1977 she invented "Nudemar" pantyhose.
Conroy is known as the voice of Batman. DC's "Batman: The Animated Series" originally ran from 1992 to 1995, and was recently ranked by TV Guide as the "Seventh Greatest TV Cartoon of All Time." Conroy is best known for his role as Batman in that series, as well as his reprisal of the Dark Knight in "The New Batman Adventures," "Batman Beyond," "Justice League" and "Justice League Unlimited" as well as a number of animated Batman movies.
These guests join previously announced Batman comic book creators Neal Adams, Christopher Jones, Yanick Paquette and Peter Tomasi. More Batman guests are expected to be announced in the coming weeks.
For more information about Comic Book Classroom, its diversity mission or Denver Comic Con and ticket information, visit http://www.ComicBookClassroom.org or http://www.DenverComicCon.com.
About Denver Comic Con
Entering its third year, the Denver Comic Con (DCC) is Denver's premiere pop-culture fan experience, covering the worlds of comic books, film, and related media. It is also an extension of and an awareness builder for its parent organization, Comic Book Classroom. For the latest news and information, visit http://www.denvercomiccon.com.
About Comic Book Classroom
Comic Book Classroom (CBC) is a charitable organization that educates through alternative approaches to literacy, learning, and character development. CBC creates programs for underserved students, schools and communities via comic books, graphic novels, and related media. CBC is the organizer and producer for the DCC. http://www.comicbookclassroom.org.
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Monday, June 16, 2008
The Theropod Archives
You would all do well to check out The Theropod Archives, a website devoted to collecting PDF papers about theropod dinosaurs. The site is constantly being updated, so check back often! And if you have one of the missing papers in electronic form, send it along! Theropods are the new Pokemon: Gotta collect 'em all!
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You'll never forget your first EpiPen experience, especially as a parent.
Strangely, I had my first experience this weekend amidst all of the swirling controversy around the big pharma company that's been price-hiking the darn thing into the stratosphere.
Thankfully, apparently, they are going to reduce the cost by 50% less but I believe there is a much larger systemic problem (but this post isn't about that).
Stabbing your child with an inch-long needle is a bit traumatizing, to be honest. The tension and anxiety is already at an all-time high because you're in the situation that demands the use of one in the first place.
Classic situation: We're at a birthday party and there are a ton of unknowns, from new kids to new parents to a ton of different foods (and food sources) that are impossible to identify. Add the chaos of a piñata at a public park and a blind fold with a swinging baseball bat and it's a bit of a show.
Suddenly, my youngest is having an episode and it goes from zero to 1,000 in minutes. Eyes swollen shut, hives breaking out over her face, and the color changing in her sclera (the white part around the iris) besides it also swelling had us grabbing the EpiPen and heading to the ER.
A few pics:
We've seen this before, but, it accelerates at a phenomenal pace. We're certain it was the blindfold that was put over her face for the piñata. Never, under any circumstances, can you put anything on Arden's face – that's like her kryptonite.
This was the scariest moment where things started to cloud and bloat and she was beginning to lose eyesight.
Ugh. I counted way too fast. I had to slow things down after I got to 7-one-thousand… and that made it even worse.
I could have got her a little higher on the leg which would have hurt less but she was, at this point, in her car seat and that's all I had access to.
Good news is that it all ends well. We did the right things and made the right decisions, but, the thought of not having an EpiPen available gives me nightmares. This is the first time we've ever had to use one and it was 100% worth it.
And, God-willing, I hope that it'll be the last. Parenting level-up.


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One of the biggest things that will always set Bodyworks apart from the crowd is our Pro-Fitness Program™. The program has been designed to benefit everyone from athletes to deconditioned seniors and everyone in between. Members, whether personal training or working on their own, consult with one of our knowledgeable fitness consultants every 90 days to ensure they are on their individual path to success, whatever that may look like. As we like to say, what gets measured, gets managed and gets you to your goals!
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Why We Exist
The following story shares how the ALS Society of Alberta helps to "make it possible" for those living with and affected by ALS…
Gerald Anderson's granddaughter, Amanda, played a very special role in his life. Amanda's wedding day was nearing and she wanted nothing more than to have her papa (as she called him), walk her down the aisle on her special day. As Gerald's ALS diagnosis progressed, the wedding was set to take place at the Misericordia Hospital in Edmonton where he was being cared for. Amanda's wedding day dream became a reality when Gerald was able to guide her down the aisle, thanks to help and support of the ALS Society of Alberta.
What is Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS)?
ALS is a rapid, always fatal, neurodegenerative disease. It attacks the nerves that the body would normally use to send messages from the brain to the muscle, resulting in weakness and wasting. Eventually, the individual with ALS is left completely immobilized, with loss of speech and eventually an inability to swallow and breathe. The sensory neurons in people living with ALS continue to function normally so that they will continue to feel the sensations of heat, cold, discomfort, etc. The mind often remains completely alert and lucid. The result is often a lively, unimpaired mind trapped in an immobilized body. The average life expectancy from symptom onset is three to five years; the real challenge in the medical community at large is correctly diagnosing ALS in the early stages, so that the ALS Society of Alberta is able to provide the maximum level of assistance to the person living with ALS and that person's family.
Approximately 3,000 Canadians live with ALS and two to three Canadians die every day of ALS. There is no known cause or cure for this devastating disease.


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I would like to officially announce the date for Launch: Stage 1 of Penny University. Drumroll please… Thursday May 2nd, 2013*!
The image above holds a clue to each of the first three interviews. We'd love to know what you think they might be about, so post your guess in the comments or send us a Tweet. Then you can visit Penny University on the launch day to see if you're right (or even remotely close) when we post the first interview!
We have been hard at work for the last few months and have an amazing variety of subjects covered in our interviews thus far. A number of interviews are finished, some are on-going, and others are just beginning. Not to give too much away, but you can definitely look forward to learning some new (and unexpected things) things about: Romans, microscopes, South Africa, and more! If you're interested in taking part yourself or know of some exciting research that you think we should feature then get in touch.
We'll be back in a about a week, but until then – under the remit of fun/educational – I will leave you with a computer generated joke that rated higher than one third of human submitted jokes to a Laugh Lab survey: "What kind of murderer has moral fibre? A cereal killer."
The other computer generated jokes didn't do quite so well and if this is representative of the standard, then I'm not surprised: "What kind of line has sixteen balls? A pool cue!"
*I know Thursday doesn't seem like a very 'exciting' day for a launch, but this way when you all procrastinate on Friday – and you know you will – you can read an interview and at least learn something new (and that ladies and gentleman is called 'productive procrastination')!


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manual/software for polychrome IV?
Is there a functioning and/or defunct Polychrome IV out there. In great need of a manual or the RS232 controller program for the TILL polychrome IV...
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Who wants to learn how to belay at the FitRec Rock Wall!?!?! Thursday 11/19, FitRec will be holding a private belay classes for Outing Club members! After the class you will have all the knowledge you need to take the belay certification test during open rec hours and use the top ropes at the wall! You do not need any climbing experience or gear. Rock shoes, harnesses, and belay devices will be provided.
When – Thursday 11/19 from 5:30-7
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When writing for publication, Rule No. 1 is to make sure what you submit is your own work and not stolen from another writer. As I often say: Ay, sir; to be honest, as this world goes, is to be one man picked out of ten thousand.
Rule No. 2 involves never writing a sentence without a noun or a verb or something like that. Examples would include, "Hey, there whatever!"
But let's focus on Rule No. 1 and Ed Jones, a former El Paso County commissioner and Republican state senator who writes (or, perhaps, wrote) a political column for the local Gazette newspaper and who, in his Aug. 19 column, committed blatant plagiarism.
Those who read Ed's columns — a group of loyal readers known as "Merv, and once in a while Edna" — will wonder if any of it is his work.
Here are a few quick and simple ways to tell:
• If the essay makes any sense whatsoever, Ed didn't write it.
• If the column does not contain the word "dudn't" (ex: "Maria dudn't know and frankly, dudn't care."), Ed didn't write it.
• If in place of the word "plateau" the author consistently uses "tunafish," Ed wrote it. And if "coat" is used instead of a question mark, Ed wrote it.
And Wayne Laugesen probably edited it. Wayne, as none of you know, writes and edits the editorial page of the Gazelle (motto: "Ain't We Swift?"). Contrary to popular belief, Wayne doesn't always write about how we all need to have a #$%^load of guns. Sometimes he writes about how we all need to have a #$%^load of ammunition.
Anyway, here's just one of many typical samples from what Ed "wrote" in the Aug. 19 Gazelle piece:
Many in the minority community took advantage of the relaxed lending rules to purchase properties they clearly could not afford.
Here's the original, from onecitizenspeaking.com:
Many in the minority community took advantage of the lax lending conditions to purchase properties which they clearly could not afford.
Apparently "lax" confused Ed, who had only seen it in the pharmacy as part of "Ex-Lax" — which, not unlike Ed's columns, will give you the runs.
Here's another example of Ed, uh, borrowing from a website — this one, sickofliberals.com. It posted:
It is the poor who habitually elect Democrats — and yet they are still poor.
From Ed, in his Gazelle piece:
It is the poor who habitually elect Democrats, yet they are still poor.
This clearly shows that Ed is capable of turning a straight horizontal line (—) into a vertical bendy line (,).
There were more examples. Frankly, the only thing that was Ed's was his photo, and that looks strange because he is bald and for many years wore what appeared to be a beaver pelt on his head. (I tried to interview him once. His hairpiece gnawed my pencil in half then slapped its tail loudly on the desk.)
Anyway, when the plagiarism was pointed out, here's what "Wanna See My Derringer?" Laugesen wrote, under the headline "Omitted Attribution":
"Jones explained to Gazette editors that he inadvertently neglected to credit the blog, which contains no author's full name, after a reader brought similarities to their attention."
Similarities? That's like saying the sleeve on a chinchilla jacket has "similarities" to that thing Ed wore on his head. Oops.
Here now is Ed's explanation, in the Gazelle "omission" story:
"In my haste, I wrote the article with intention to track down the author's name and insert attribution. It did not get done before the article went to publication, which I regret. Most of my articles are from personal experience, not research."
An example is a new essay Ed wrote for the Gazelle. I've obtained an advance copy and love his beginning: "On the far-away island of Sala-Ma-Sond, Yertle the Turtle was king of the pond."
Rich Tosches (firstname.lastname@example.com) also writes a Sunday column in the Denver Post.


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Research projects in the practice are led by Dr Gaw and Dr Joshi. The Practice is part of the new National Institute for Health and Research. This is a clinical research network. We take part in various research projects within the Thames Valley and South Midlands area. We do not usually take part in drug trials or private studies although we would consider them if they were to benefit our patients.
We will often use our computer records to identify patients who may be suitable participants in a particular research project. We may write to you asking if you wish to take part in a research project. However we do not supply any information about any of our patients without their specific consent.
Research changed my life
We believe in supporting research that will improve patient care and hope that you will consider taking part in a study if is offered to you. Have a look at the NIHR website to read more about participating in research.


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|Pollinate Lachenalia with a soft paint brush, just a gentle swipe with mimic a sun bird or a honey bee.
Many gardeners who keep a cool greenhouse are familiar with Lachenalia or Cape Hyacinths. Strangely enough, even though you may have never heard of this plant, some of my gardening books from the early 19th Century list dozens of species which were imported for cold greenhouse culture. Ridiculously easy, perhaps even for the cool windowsill or unheated room, the genus remains difficult to find for most gardeners. few nurseries sell bulbs, which leaves seed as the primary source for home collectors.
When bulbs are available, these are easy plants to propagate as Lachenalia can be propagated in a number of ways. First, you can pollinate your own plants ( the seed is easy to grow - relax, I know this all sounds so impossible!), but even better, if you can obtain a few bulbs for your winter garden ( yes, these are winter growers under glass), Lachenalia can be propagated by a strange, forgotten method which you may have not seen before - leaf cuttings. Leaf segments will produce bulblets in just a couple of months. Pretty cool, right?
Simple crosses can be made between species as well as within cultivars, but I prefer to keep my species pure, which is easier in the winter ( unless the greenhouse vents open and bees enter the greenhouse, but to be honest, I am not certain that lachenalia are insect pollinated, as most of these smaller South African bulbs are bird or even desert rat pollinated. Use a small camel hair watercolor brush, and you know the method - think back to your high school biology class. Simply sweep the brush across the stamens, being sure to get pollen onto the stigma. Some species produce a tiny cloud of pollen, which can drop out of the blossom when touched with the brush. Use this as a test, as the time of day is important - the winter mornings can be damp and cold in the greenhouse. Be sure to wait for a sunny day, so that all the sexy bits are dry enough. Naturally, a clean brush is essential.
|Lachenalia seed pods when ripe. The seed is large and easy to remove.
Seeds will form by June, and shortly after the pods will split. Different species produce different capsules. When you must collect seed at this point, check the capsule daily to watch for splitting, being careful to get them before they drop (if they do, just don't repot for a season. I have some pots full of seedlings, even though I thought I had collected all of the seed. Since Lachenalia are summer dormant in the Northern Hemisphere, (but our Australian friends are probably just getting their season under way) they must be kept dry all summer after the plant goes dormant, and watering started again in September. The same holds for seeds. I just store them in an envelope or sow them in dry medium, and start watering them in September. I plant the seed very deep in the pot, perhaps 2 or 3 inches down, which I started after seeing that the young seedlings eventually pull themselves down to the bottom of the pots, via contractile roots, and the bulbs lengthen to adjust. By planting deeply, I can save a year or two presumable saving some energy that the little geophytes were wasting in their attempt to relocate to a more favorable latitude, and thus, I now get flowers after three years instead of five. But wait...there is an even faster way to get bulbs...Leaf cuttings.
|Lachenalia leaf cuttings roots in a mixture of sand and Perlite. Leaf cuttings will produce small bulblets in a few weeks.
Raising Lachenalia from leaf cuttings
The leaf cutting method is by far, the easiest way to propagate many Lachenalia species, particularly the larger and showier Lachenalia aloides selections. Lachenalia generally produce only a pair leaves, so the only downside is that one leaf per plant can be harvested. Cut one leaf with a sterile razor blade or knife and cut it into three pieces, marking the bottom end with a marker, as this is the only end that will root and produce bulblets. Dip the bottom end into rooting gel, and place it in to a flat of fast draining yet moist, perlite and sharp sand.
Place the pan into a bottom heated propagating case, and within a couple of months, a few bulbils will grow from the bottom of each cutting . The disticial leave closest to the center of the plant produces the most bulbs, confirmed by research in Holland, so I only cut into three pieces now instead of five or six, as I once used to. Leaves rooted in January, will produce a dozen or more small bulbs by the end of that first growing season. These bulbs reach blooming size much faster, I have had L. aloides ssp. quadricolor bloom in the second year, so this seems to be the far faster way, and seeds are the best way if you want many bulbs, and one can't really have too many Lachenalia, can they!


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Have you ever just had life jump up and smack you in the face calling for your attention? As in, "what the hell are you doing and why?" I suppose there are points in life where you need to be face-to-face with complete loss before you fully realize what you stand to lose. And, how profound that truly is.
To say that the past several months, and arguably the past year, have been trying and turbulent would be a gross understatement. Watching yourself slowly slip away from things and people that absolutely make you a whole person is painful. Fairly torturous. Hearing those closest to you say, "you've changed", "you aren't yourself anymore", "you've lost your levity" and knowing that it is all true is pierces a soul.
I'm here to say healing has begun. It's a tough path. It's not instantaneous. But, it's progress. And progress is success.


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ARCT5507 Conservation Planning—Developed Research Project on Adaptive Reuse
- Credit
- 6 points
- Offering
Availability Location Mode Not available in 2020 UWA (Perth) Face to face
- Content
- This unit provides experienced professional guidance for students to apply their practical skills in conservation planning to an individual research project involving the adaptation of significant places to suit new uses. Student research begins by studying a range of adaptive reuse projects carried out on significant buildings in Western Australia, examining the key issues involved in this kind of conservation practice, and assessing their success in conserving significance and extending the useful life of these places. This is followed by a main research project, building on a subject place for which a conservation plan has been prepared in a previous unit, to propose an appropriate adaptive reuse strategy for that place, develop it to sketch-design stage for client and planning approval, and prepare an outline scope of work with preliminary estimates of cost.
- Outcomes
- Students are able to (1) understand, identify and discuss key issues in the application of conservation principles to projects involving the adaptation of significant places for new uses and (2) apply this understanding and demonstrate a professional level of skill in the development of an individual adaptive reuse project.
- Assessment
- Indicative assessments in this unit are as follows: (1) minor survey report and (2) major assignment. Further information is available in the unit outline.
Supplementary assessment is not available in this unit.
- Unit Coordinator(s)
- Dr Ingrid van Bremen
- Unit rules
- Contact hours
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The Massachusetts Department of Public Health on Thursday heard an earful from some wicked-pissed prospective dispensary owners who say that they can't find a place to do business in the medical marijuana-legal state.
More than 400 people packed the boardroom of a Holiday Inn in Somerville, Mass. yesterday for the first and only public hearing regarding state licensing.
Massachusetts's laws allow for dispensaries, but the state is still in the process of accepting applications until Nov. 21. By the end of 2014, the state can issue as many as 35 licenses. State law requires at least one dispensary in every county in the state.
More than 130 communities in Massachusetts have banned dispensaries with moratoriums and dispensary owner say the pickings for places that will allow for medical cannabis businesses are slim. The main question in the room revolved around whether or not applicants would have to list final addresses on the applications.
"If that's the case, we are all looking at the same five buildings," Fotis Loulourgas, a prospective dispensary owner, told the board.
Also in the audience was former Mass. state Sen. Stephen Buoniconti, now a prospective dispensary owner. He urged the department to re-state the importance of medical cannabis to communities delaying patient access to legal medical marijuana.
But that probably won't be happening.
"DPH certainly wants to ensure that the applicants do the best job that they can to ensure they are communicating the value of what they want to provide to a community but there is nothing DPH can do to change the local oversight, the local control," Madeline Biondolillo, a director with the state public health department, told MassLive.com.
On the flip-side, city officials across the state say that they aren't stalling or trying to subvert the intent of the dispensary laws. They just want more time to come up with regulations and zoning requirements. Geoffrey Beckwith, executive director of the Massachusetts Municipal Association, tells MassLive.com that dispensary owners are pushing to open without regulations to make their lives easier.
"Communities need time to write detailed and comprehensive ordinances and bylaws to safeguard the public interest when it comes to the sale of a drug that has been illegal up until this year," Beckwith said.
Exactly. Up until this year. It is now legal.
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The Special Rapporteur on the human right to safe drinking water and sanitation, Ms. Catarina de Albuquerque, was mandated by the Human Rights Council Resolution 7/22 in 2008 to:
While the work of human rights bodies has often focused on the violations of human rights, the Independent Expert welcomed the opportunity to identify good practices that address the question of how human rights obligations related to sanitation and water are being implemented.
Methodology of the Good Practices consultation process
In a first step, the Special Rapporteur undertook to determine criteria for identifying 'good practices'. As 'good' is a subjective notion, it seemed critical to first elaborate criteria against which to judge a practice from a human rights perspective, and then apply the same criteria to all practices under consideration. Such criteria for the identification of good practices were discussed with various stakeholders at a workshop convened by the Independent Expert in Lisbon in October 2009. The outcome was the definition of 10 criteria, 5 of which are normative criteria (availability, accessibility, quality/safety, affordability, acceptability), and 5 are cross-cutting ones (non-discrimination, participation, accountability, impact, sustainability).
A progress report on the compilation of good practices was published on 1 July 2010 and is available in all UN languages: E F S A C R
In order to prepare consultations to identify potential good practices, a questionnaire was elaborated. Based on the answers to the questionnaire, and the stakeholder consultations, the Special Rapporteur presented her compendium of good practices to the Human Rights Council on 15th September 2011.
The compendium is available in all UN languages: E F S A C R
In March 2012 she presented a more detailed book of good practices in realising the rights to water and sanitation, On the Right Track, which discusses the practices in greater detail, and debates some of the more difficult issues.
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Balantidium coli
|Balantidium coli
|Balantidium coli trophozoite
Scale bar: 5 μm.
|Scientific classification
B. coli
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|Balantidium coli
(Malmsten, 1857)
Balantidium coli is a parasitic species of ciliate alveolates that causes the disease balantidiasis.[1][2] It is the only member of the ciliate phylum known to be pathogenic to humans.[1][2]
coli has two developmental stages, a trophozoite stage and a cyst stage. In trophozoites, the two nuclei are visible. The macronucleus is long and sausage-shaped, and the spherical micronucleus is nested next to it, often hidden by the macronucleus. The opening, known as the peristome, at the pointed anterior end leads to the cytostome, or the mouth. Cysts are smaller than trophozoites and are round and have a tough, heavy cyst wall made of one or two layers. Usually only the macronucleus and sometimes cilia and contractile vacuoles are visible in the cyst. Living trophozoites and cysts are yellowish or greenish in color.[3]
Balantidium is the only ciliated protozoan known to infect humans. Balantidiasis is a zoonotic disease and is acquired by humans via the feco-oral route from the normal host, the domestic pig, where it is asymptomatic. Contaminated water is the most common mechanism of transmission.[4]
Role in disease[edit]
Balantidium coli lives in the cecum and colon of humans, pigs, rats, and other mammals. It is not readily transmissible from one species of host to another because it requires a period of time to adjust to the symbiotic flora of the new host. Once it has adapted to a host species, the protozoan can become a serious pathogen, especially in humans. Trophozoites multiply and encyst due to the dehydration of feces.[5]
Infection occurs when the cysts are ingested, usually through contaminated food or water. B. coli infection in immunocompetent individuals is not unheard of, but it rarely causes serious disease of the gastrointestinal tract. It can thrive in the gastrointestinal tract as long as there is a balance between the protozoan and the host without causing dysenteric symptoms. Infection most likely occurs in people with malnutrition due to the low stomach acidity or people with compromised immune systems.[4]
In acute disease, explosive diarrhea may occur as often as every twenty minutes. Perforation of the colon may also occur in acute infections which can lead to life-threatening situations.[4]
Life cycle[edit]
Infection occurs when a host ingests a cyst, which usually happens during the consumption of contaminated water or food.[1][5] Once the cyst is ingested, it passes through the host's digestive system.[3] While the cyst receives some protection from degradation by the acidic environment of the stomach through the use of its outer wall, it is likely to be destroyed at a pH lower than 5, allowing it to survive easier in the stomachs of malnourished individuals who have less stomach acid.[3][5] Once the cyst reaches the small intestine, trophozoites are produced.[1][3] The trophozoites then colonize the large intestine, where they live in the lumen and feed on the intestinal flora.[1][3] Some trophozoites invade the wall of the colon using proteolytic enzymes and multiply, and some of them return to the lumen.[1][3][5] In the lumen, trophozoites may disintegrate or undergo encystation.[1][3] Encystation is triggered by dehydration of the intestinal contents and usually occurs in the distal large intestine, but may also occur outside of the host in feces.[1][3] Now in its mature cyst form, cysts are released into the environment where they can go on to infect a new host.[1][3]
Balantidiasis in humans is common in the Philippines, but it can be found anywhere in the world, especially among those that are in close contact with swine. The disease is considered to be rare and occurs in less than 1% of the human population.[5] The disease poses a problem mostly in developing countries, where water sources may be contaminated with swine or human feces.[4]
- ^ a b c d e f g h i DPDx Balantidiasis
- ^ a b Ramachandran, Ambili (23 May 2003). "Introduction". The Parasite: Balantidium coli The Disease: Balantidiasis. ParaSite. Stanford University.CS1 maint: ref=harv (link)
- ^ a b c d e f g h i Ramachandran 2003, Morphology
- ^ a b c d Schister, Frederick L. and Lynn Ramirez-Avila (October 2008). "Current World Status of Balantidium coli". Clinical Microbiology Reviews. 21 (4): 626–638. doi:10.1128/CMR.00021-08. PMC 2570149. PMID 18854484.
- ^ a b c d e Roberts, Larry S.; Janovy, Jr., John (2009). Foundations of Parasitology (8th ed.). McGraw-Hill. pp. 176–7. ISBN 978-0-07-302827-9.
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There are a lot of pieces online this week about how net neutrality's supposed end (more on that in a minute) means that your online multiplayer and MMOs are about to go bye-bye. And that is, in theory, a problem. Unfortunately, it misses the far more pressing one that, unlike a theoretical slowdown from your ISP, might actually cause some serious issues with online gaming.
What Nobody's Telling You About The Net Neutrality Ruling
Most pieces about the ruling striking down the FCC's net neutrality rules miss two very important nuances.
1) The FCC can come back and propose new net neutrality rules, something it's likely already in the process of doing. It just can't propose rules quite as strict as the ones it had in place. Essentially, net neutrality isn't dead; it's just being defined legally. It has gone from a rock solid concept to an amorphous one, but it isn't dead.
2) More importantly, the court has agreed with the assertion that the Federal Communications Commission can regulate the Internet. And that is the much more real and serious problem.
The FCC In Charge Of The Internet Is Bad News
This is not to knock the good and useful work for the Federal Communications Commission, but let's not forget who these people are. They're the ones who fined Howard Stern because he was being "indecent." They're the ones who spent eight years trying to fine CBS half a million dollars for showing America the Dreaded Nipple of Janet Jackson. The FCC is easily manipulated by people with an agenda. And now these people are in charge of the Internet.
It's unlikely the FCC is going to start passing moral regulations right away. On the other hand, sit your mom down and show her, oh, something like this:
Note her reaction. Now imagine if your mom had the power to actually implement that reaction. That is now the FCC.
What Does This Mean For Gaming?
Essentially, this opens a new frontier for old people who think video games are the devil to try and take your games away. It won't be a source of outright censorship: The Supreme Court has taken that off the table for good.
On the other hand, the FCC is perfectly capable of, say, deciding that kids shouldn't see Call of Duty. Which they're 100% right on, but who do you think the FCC is going to punish: The idiot parent who bought their child the game, or the network that has no way of figuring out if there's a kid on their servers? Imagine a game being blacked out because some brat snuck on, or online multiplayer only being available during prime time. Both of those are now possibilities.
Admittedly, this is a worst-case scenario; the FCC's reaction and behavior are more likely to be muted. But this ruling is going to affect your online gaming for the worse, one way or the other.


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We started the country theme weeks 10 weeks ago from USA and now we have arrived in the last country: France. France is know for fashion and good food - have you done any French projects? Be inspired by Mini treasures once again. :)
After this we will take a break in theme weeks and have a theme month in August when we are concentrating on roomboxes. It would be nice to have a theme contest - is there someone who would sponsor it by giving a roombox related prize?
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Medical marijuana is a tricky subject to tackle because there is such a variety of opinion on this particular movement. In many ways, marijuana has proven to be quite helpful in the medicinal industry. I can't deny this fact, especially when I've seen it produce incredibly positive results in the life of a family friend who, at one point, was struggling to fight a cancerous brain tumor. However, like anything in life, there are negative aspects associated with this method of treatment, as well. And I believe it is crucial to address both aspects because medical marijuana could make a huge impact in someone's life either for the better or for the worse. Truthfully, this is one subject where ignorance is not bliss. Knowledge is the key to determining whether or not you are a good candidate for medical marijuana. Be careful in your decision-making process and be sure that you have analyzed all of the potential risks before diving headfirst into a new treatment plan involving marijuana. Consulting your general physician is always a good idea; too, because like I've mentioned before, I am not a medical professional therefore this article is my own personal opinion not professional medical advice.
Marijuana's level of prevalence in the medical field continues to skyrocket as more and more states choose to legalize medicinal and recreational use of the herb. As a California resident and an active voter, it certainly became a more popular topic of conversation this past year (2016) because of California Proposition 64, otherwise known as the California Marijuana Legalization Initiative. On November 8, 2016, recreational use of marijuana officially became legal for people over the age of twenty-one in the state of California. There are a multitude of opinions on this subject.
It is amazing how diverse and surprising these opinions can be depending on the person. What I can say is that it has become an even more popular and socially accepted form of medicinal treatment statewide since the passing of this bill.
There is an aspect of this change in attitude toward marijuana that has proven to be positive for many people and families. Great examples of this positive aspect are the children and adults who have been diagnosed with epilepsy, yet find no relief from their symptoms in prescription medications. They are prescribed multiple anti-seizure medications and they still struggle with multiple seizures a day. Some cases can be as extreme as hundreds of grand mal seizures on a daily basis. Talk about a serious interruption to their daily routine! Medical marijuana, whether it is in the form of an essential oil, capsules, or its organic plant-like form, can provide the right amount of calming effects necessary to stabilize the person's condition.
I think we can all agree that the improvements these people have received in the quality of their everyday life are significant. However, the long-term effects need to be considered, as well. And what exactly are the long-term effects of medical marijuana? What are the long-term effects of legalizing what was originally an addictive substance? We may look back on Prop 64 in ten years and seriously regret our decision to legalize marijuana for recreational use or we may not! The truth is, there hasn't been a whole lot of research done on the long-term aspect of marijuana as a treatment method. Hopefully, this is being worked on as we speak because doctors and users really should know the good, the bad, and the ugly about something being used to treat medical conditions.
Personally, I go back and forth between the negatives and the positives associated with marijuana for medical use. Most of the time, I settle with the perspective that it is not the ideal method of treatment for me despite my active seizure disorder and I'll explain why in just a moment. However, I cannot deny the normalcy medical marijuana has managed to successfully restore in a multitude of lives. Just look at the family friend I mentioned in the intro! When chemotherapy and radiation failed to treat the problems he was having, he turned to medical marijuana and it turned out to be the best decision of his life! You could even say it saved his life!
That being said, circumstances should always be highly considered before deciding to accept or deny treatment methods involving marijuana. To clarify, let me ask all of my readers this one simple question…If you are dealing with a medical condition what exactly are you looking to get out of the method of treatment you decide to go with?? Are you simply looking to control your symptoms, maybe restore some stability back to your life? Or, are you looking for a method that targets the root of the problem and, therefore, strives more toward long-term healing?
For my friend, he was in a life or death type of situation where he needed a solution and he needed it fast! For me, I'm not under the same rushed circumstances. If another solution exists that is a bit more time consuming, but is guaranteed to target the root of the problem, I'd much rather go with this instead! These types of solutions are typically found in homeopathy or through holistic medicine.
One more aspect of medical marijuana should also be considered when you are trying to decide whether or not it is the right treatment option for you. And that is the standard at which all marijuana products are measured by when being produced. USA Today is one of the few sources I have been able to find that has actually shed some light on this subject and backed it up using actual medical research. I highly recommend reading the entire article for a more thorough understanding of this topic. I provided a link to the article above, as well as below in my list of sources.
USA Today poses a question that is rarely asked, yet extremely important when determining the quality of the product you might use for medical treatment…"Is medical marijuana approved for use by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA)?"
Their answer? "No. But the FDA has approved two drugs made with cannabinoids—active ingredients in marijuana—called dronabinol and nabilone. Both are approved to treat chemotherapy-related nausea and vomiting in patients who aren't helped by other therapies. The FDA is reviewing an unapproved drug, called Sativex, to treat multiple sclerosis. It's already approved in Canada, the United Kingdom and other countries. And researchers are testing an experimental drug called Epidiolex to treat childhood epilepsy" (USA Today). This opens up quite a few issues actually, especially the mystery surrounding the system growers use to determine the quality of their methods. Medical marijuana may be growing in popularity, but organic and non-GMO foods are, as well!
"Patients need medicine that is free of pesticides and safe from microbiological contamination, and they need to know its potency (dosage). At the same time, opponents of medical marijuana have seized the opportunity to portray its quality in the worst possible light in order to suppress dispensaries that are legal in certain states. As a result, no federal and state regulatory protections are in place, and the cannabis products distributed by dispensaries are not subject to reliable oversight. As health care providers, they need to improve procedures for buying and distributing medical marijuana, and provide more detailed information about the medicine. The industry has yet to see legal cases involving contaminated marijuana, but they are likely to arise as the use of medical marijuana grows" (medicalmarijuana.com). Until some sort of system is developed, it is important for your own safety and care that you be aware of this uncertainty in quality associated with all marijuana products. Hopefully, this will inspire every reader to act with more care if there ever comes a time in his or her life when the need for medical marijuana emerges. I sincerely hope this is not the case, but life does tend to be unexpected at times so I figured I'd work to inform you on the issue.
I've tried to point out the positives and negatives of a very controversial topic in this article. As marijuana use increases, I believe our knowledge on it should, as well. I know I always like to be fully aware of whichever new treatment method I may be about to start before I actually begin any doses. It's safer this way and it allows me to know for sure if this is actually worth doing or if it is just some rabbit trail that is a waste of my time. And trust me, I've had my fair share of rabbit trails! This is an inevitable risk of the "trial and error process." If I am ever able to avoid a rabbit trail before I actually start down one, I need all the knowledge I can get first!
So, if you're trying to decide whether or not medical marijuana is for you, you need to know the nature of the product you're dealing with…
Once again, medical marijuana is meant to be used as a band-aid solution for medical problems such as epilepsy and cancer. The use of this treatment option has proven to be successful for some people in masking the symptoms, but it never really tackles the source of the problem. Everyone is different as far as what they're looking to get out of their method of treatment. Personally, I'm not content with the idea of living with epilepsy forever so medical marijuana has never really appealed to me. I'd much rather pursue methods that tackle the source of the problem and therefore strive for long-term healing.
When I think about my life and how I would prefer things to be in the future, I don't picture a scenario where a few manageable symptoms still exist. I picture a scenario where I am seizure-free and symptom-free. Not to mention, marijuana also poses the risk of worsening other existing conditions in a person's brain.
"Marijuana increases the risk of psychosis, in which people lose touch with reality and may experience delusions, hallucinations and paranoia. Marijuana is also associated with chronic psychotic disorders, such as schizophrenia, in people who are genetically susceptible. Heavy marijuana use can lead these people to experience a psychotic episode two to six years earlier than otherwise. Colorado police have reported two deaths this year (2014) related to psychosis-like episodes in pot users. In March, a 19-year-old African exchange student jumped off a hotel balcony after eating a marijuana cookie. The next month, a Denver man who had purchased marijuana, including an edible form called 'Karma Kandy,' began hallucinating and fatally shot his wife" (USA Today).
The reality is, what people are looking to get out of their treatment method varies. Most people do not want a band-aid solution to mask the issue they're dealing with. Therefore, medical marijuana may not be an appealing option for some. But, if they are like my friend with the brain tumor, it's very nice to know that medical marijuana does exist as a potential solution. My own precaution is to be very careful when it comes to the treatment type because, as USA Today reports, tragic situations are a risk if the proper care is not taken when dealing with dosage amounts.
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Ballotpedia: https://ballotpedia.org/California_Proposition_64,_Marijuana_Legalization_(2016)
Epilepsy Foundation: http://cqrcengage.com/efa/medical-cannabis/faq-access-and-advocacy
Medicalmarijuana.com: https://www.medicalmarijuana.com/expert/medical-marijuana-why-we-need-standards-in-this-new-field/
USA Today: https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/nation/2014/07/27/risks-of-marijuana/10386699/


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Sunday, May 10, 2009
Asia Without Borders Photo Contest
Asia Without Borders Photo Competition is organised by Asian Geographic, and sponsored by Canon, Jet Airways and Lowepro among others. The photo contest is open to special photographs from talented photographers that capture a striking image of Asia's land, people, architecture or wildlife.
As in all and every photography contests, I strongly encourage all interested photographers to make sure they carefully read the contests' terms and conditions, especially since misunderstandings between organizers and contestants over terms, prizes and other issues sometimes occur.
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Why Yahoo Acquired Upcoming.org
When I read this morning that Yahoo acquired upcoming.org I wasn't that surprised. Why would a search company acquire an events database? I think its pretty obvious that event search currently sucks!
I discovered this a few weeks ago when I wanted to plan a weekend with my girlfriend in either boston, nyc, or toronto - my decision would be based on whats going on in each city that weekend. But it's really hard to find out whats going on in each city. Every city web site has an event search that is equally difficult to use.
After this experience I realized that there is a lot of room for improvement for event search. Look at how indeed simplified job search with two boxes, what and where - the same could be done for event search.
I want to be able to search for events naturally with queries like nyc this weekend, etc. Since upcoming.org has an API, I was actually able to build a proof of concept event search that supports such queries. My example only works on a few cities, but I think Yahoo! could easily do what I did (it only took me an hour or two to put that together).
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Shingling a wooden storage shed roof is important for a great looking and long lasting shed. For this project you will need: roofing felt, drip edge, shingles, 1" roofing nails, utility knife and tin snips.
Start with a smooth even roof. Begin by cutting a piece of roofing felt a little bit longer than your roof. Begin at the lower edge of the roof, nailing the roof felt to the panels. Then cut the felt flush with the roof. Install the next layer of felt by overlapping the first layer by 3 inches. At the roof peak, let the felt overlap to the other side. Install felt on the other side the same way.
To install the drip edge, begin at the corner with the drip edge flush to the front trim. Attach the drip edge by using roofing nails. At the bends, use tin snips to cut the bottom flange and bend the drip edge over.
Install a starter row of shingles across the lower edge of the roof. Put these on with the rain slots upward. Leave a 1 inch overhang. Use 4 nails per shingle and don't nail above the sealing strip. At the back, let the shingles overhang; they will be trimmed later.
For the first row of shingles, line up the notch on the first shingle with the drip edge and the lower edge, flush to the starter row. Install the first row all the way to the back of the storage shed. Stagger your shingles by installing the second row with the first shingle flush to the drip edge.
At the bend in the roof, shingles should extend 3-4 inches over the bend, with the rain slot over the bend. At the peak, make sure there is 5 inches or less from the peak to the rain slot. Now trim the last row of shingles to the peak with a utility knife.
Cut shingles with a slight angle on the end with no color. Start at the front of the roof. Start with the first piece with the color side flush with the shingles. Nail near the sealing strip. Overlap pieces so 5 inches of the previous piece shows.
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FMCSA and DOT release final ruling on the National Registry of Certified Medical Examiners (2012-9034)
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The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration and DOT released a rule-making on April 20, that establishes a National Registry of Certified Medical Examiners for the evaluation of interstate commercial motor vehicle drivers. All ME's must now be trained in the physical qualification standards set forth for interstate CMV operators.
Prior to the ruling, medical professionals did not receive formal training in the occupational health and safety of CMV operators. Now they must be trained, tested and demonstrate proficiency over time. Once ME's have met requirements in CMV operator qualification standards, they will be added to a National Registry. Only CMV drivers holding National Registry certificates will be considered valid CMV operators.
The ruling goes into effect May 21, but provides a two-year phase-in period, with compliance required by May 21, 2014. More
We must stop bullying: It starts here, and it starts now
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Siouxland lost a young life to a senseless, shameful tragedy last week. By all accounts, Kenneth Weishuhn was a kind-hearted, fun-loving teenage boy, always looking to make others smile. But when the South O'Brien High School 14-year-old told friends he was gay, the harassment and bullying began. It didn't let up until he took his own life. Sadly, Kenneth's story is far from unique. Boys and girls across Iowa and beyond are targeted every day. More
PennDOT unveils new initiative aimed at improving safe roads
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As part of National Distracted Driving Awareness Month, PennDOT launched "Just Drive PA," a new initiative aimed at improving safety on Pennsylvania roadways. "Driving is a serious business that requires a driver's complete and full attention," said PennDOT Secretary Barry J. Schoch. "Our new safety effort encourages motorists to 'Just Drive' and concentrate only on the task at hand." More
Fork in the road on driver distractions
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A debate over distractions is roaring between auto industry advocates bent on preserving the wizardry of in-car technology and supporters of federal guidelines that could curb its use. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's recent recommendations target car manufacturers and shift the spotlight from hand-held devices to those built into cars. But automakers say — absent parallel cellphone guidelines — the moves intended to thwart distracted driving may wind up fueling it. More
Sioux City, Iowa, schools superintendent talks about 'Bully' film
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With the recent local release of the documentary "Bully," the Sioux City Journal talked with Sioux City schools Superintendent Paul Gausman about the movie, which was filmed partially at East Middle School during the 2009-2010 school year. "We learned things as filming occurred on the documentary, and we have continued to work on improvements since that time as well," Gausman said. More
National Clean Diesel Program accepting proposals for $20 million in funding assistance
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EPA's National Clean Diesel Campaign opened a grant competition on April 20, to solicit proposals for the National Clean Diesel Funding Assistance Program funded through the Diesel Emissions Reduction program. The total estimated funding for this competitive opportunity is approximately $20 million. The Request for Proposal is posted here and on www.grants.gov. The NCDC website contains more information regarding clean diesel technologies, past awarded projects and helpful tips.
The RFP will be open for approximately 45 days, closing on June 4. EPA plans to award funding through this competition in the fall.
This RFP has been updated from the most recent competition, so applicants are encouraged to carefully review the RFP to ensure a thorough understanding of eligible projects and technologies.
There will be three Q&A Webinars to be held on April 24, 25 and 26. Please visit the NCDC website for more information. All questions and/or inquiries regarding this RFP should be submitted in writing to email@example.com, or call 1-877-NCDC-FACTS.
State DOTs use new technologies to reduce, reuse and recycle saving taxpayers millions
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Earth Day goes hand in hand with raising environmental awareness and this year the American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials is used the occasion to share the many ways their members are protecting the environment. "State transportation departments are finding ways to strike a balance between building the highways, bridges and mass transit systems America desperately needs, while being responsible environmental stewards," said John Horsley, AASHTO executive director. "Earth Day is an excellent time to draw attention to the many state DOT success stories that might otherwise go untold." States are utilizing a comprehensive approach to minimize their carbon footprint, save precious resources and protect and preserve sensitive ecosystems. More
Schools, parents try to keep pace with cyberbullying tactics
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Cyberbullying creates a vexing situation for parents and schools to police, because the harassment and intimidation is pervasive, easily kept out of a parent's view and inescapable to a generation tied to the Internet. Unlike traditional schoolyard teasing, cyberbullying can take place 24 hours a day, and often happens off school grounds, making it difficult for school officials to track. More
End Distracted Driving reaches out with safety message
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In February 2011, the father of a young woman who was killed by a distracted driver sent DOT a video tribute to his daughter. Joel Feldman's powerful video about his daughter Casey was the first outside submission to become part of Faces of Distracted Driving. Since then, Joel Feldman has not rested in his pursuit of that change. The organization he started, End Distracted Driving, has been a strong advocate in the fight to get drivers to keep their eyes on the road, their hands on the wheel and their full attention on driving safely. More
Obama administration endorses Student Non-Discrimination Act
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Following a recent screening of the documentary "Bully" at the White House, the Obama administration officially endorsed the Student Non-Discrimination Act. The Student Non-Discrimination Act would provide students with explicit federal protections by establishing a comprehensive prohibition against discrimination and harassment in all public elementary and secondary schools across the country based on a student's actual or perceived sexual orientation or gender identity. Importantly, the legislation also protects students who associate with LGBT people, including students with LGBT parents and friends. More
Report: Drivers to save almost $70 billion by 2025 from fuel-efficient cars
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The Natural Resource Defense Council says drivers will save some $70 billion by 2025 from fuel savings and other costs associated with cars that get 54.5 m.p.g. — the federal standard in that year. Individual drivers will save about $4,400 over the life of their cars — accounting for the increased costs of high-mileage cars. More
Security pros on a mission to teach cyber safety
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Dan Waddell is just the kind of security expert you want on your side. He's been doing IT work for 18 years and began focusing on cyber security 10 years ago. So what's a guy like that doing in a classroom teaching kids as young as seven years old about cyber safety and security? "It's a civic responsibility for me," he said. "I have three kids. This cause hits home for me. I wanted to get involved." Waddell is one of 550 CISSPs who make up a corps of (ISC)2 volunteers who go into schools to educate students about how to do safe and secure computing. While topics evolve depending on what the current threat landscape looks like, the primary areas of focus right now are cyberbullying, mobile security, safe social networking, identity theft and overall safe computing practices, such as keeping anti-virus software up to date. More
NJ district to pay $4.2 million to settle lawsuit over bully's punch that paralyzed middle-schooler
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A New Jersey school district has agreed to pay $4.2 million to settle a lawsuit by a middle school student who was paralyzed when a known bully punched him in the abdomen. The settlement between the Ramsey school district and the family of Sawyer Rosenstein, who had complained to the district about being bullied, was worked out over the past two months but not made public until recently. More
Vendor Spotlight: When you're on the spot, come to the spotlight
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Business Partners are special members of NAPT. They provide expertise, products and services to the pupil transportation industry, helping to maintain and improve upon the safety and efficiency of operations and processes. Knowing who to call when you're on the spot is important.
To help you find solutions, we highlight three of our business partners in a scrolling logo format on the NAPT homepage every two weeks. All you need to do is click on the company logo to find out more.
Please feel free to visit our web site anytime, www.napt.org, and check out the featured scrolling logo posted near the bottom left hand side of the home page. You never know, you may find just the solution you are looking for.
ESW Group www.cleanerfuture.com provides, manufactures and markets a line of proprietary catalytic emission conversion, control and support products and technologies for the international transportation, construction and utility markets; Mobile Climate Control www.mcc-hvac.com specializes in custom engineered HVAC systems that can be found worldwide in all types of commercial vehicles, from buses and coaches, to work and military vehicles; and Transfinder www.transfinder.com a national provider of student transportation management systems and services, offering routing and scheduling solutions for optimal transportation logistics.
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Save the dates for our 38th NAPT Annual Conference & Trade Show, which will be held in Memphis, Tenn., from Oct. 20-25, 2012.
This year's Summit will feature 50 different workshops, live action special events, a 100,000-square-foot trade show with 150 vendors and top notch speakers.
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Transporting Children With Disabilities, 4th Edition, by Dr. Linda F. Bluth, is available for purchase. NAPT members may purchase the Handbook for $14.99, plus shipping. The nonmember rate is $24.99, plus shipping.
Transporting Children With Disabilities, 4th Edition contains useful definitions of transportation and related special education terms as well as characteristics of children with special needs and special considerations for transporting children with special needs. This popular publication also explains the legal basis for special needs transportation in accordance with the requirements of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act 2004, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, and the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act of 2008 and contains information about new Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act regulations.
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Malaysian, age 64, was appointed as an Independent Non-Executive Director on 30 January 2010. He is the Chairman of the Audit Committee and a member of the Nomination Committee and Remuneration Committee.
Mohd. Arif Bin Mastol graduated from MARA Institute of Technology in Accountancy, and he is also a member of the Malaysian Institute of Accountants.
He began his career in 1977 as an Executive Account Officer. In 1985, he served as an Accountant with the Treasury Department of Kuala Lumpur City Hall after completing his Degree in Accounting from MARA Institute of Technology. From 1991 to 2001, he was attached with several companies, including a Japanese based company in several capacities including Assistant Manager Finance & Accounts, Finance & Administration Manager, Company Representative and Financial Controller before assuming his current position as Chief Operating Officer.
Currently, he is an Independent Non-Executive Director of Leader Steel Holdings Berhad and SKB Shutter Holdings Berhad.Mohd. Arif Bin Mastol does not hold any shares in the Company and has no relationship with any other directors and/or substantial shareholders of FFHB. He has no conflict of interests with FFHB and has no convictions for offences within the past 10 years.


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Hilum overlay sign
The hilum overlay sign is useful in differentiating cardiac enlargement from a mediastinal mass. It refers to an abnormally dense hilum on frontal chest radiograph with preserved visualization of the hilar vessels.
If a mass arises from the hilum, the normal pulmonary vessels (interlobar artery, upper lobe arteries, and left lower lobar artery) 2 are in contact with the mass and their silhouette is obliterated. If the edges of the vessels are appreciated, this implies the mass is not in contact with the hilum and is, therefore, either anterior or posterior to it.
It can also be thought of in another way. If the right and/or left pulmonary arteries are visible,
more than a centimeter within the lateral edge of the mediastinal silhouette, then the lesion is not cardiac.
Most of these masses are found to be in the anterior mediastinum.
History and etymology
Benjamin Felson (1913-1988) was the American radiologist who first described this sign 3. Dr Felson based this sign on the fact that, in more than 98% of the chest radiographs he reviewed, the visible proximal segment of the pulmonary artery was lateral to or just within the cardiac silhouette. Even when the heart is enlarged or there is pericardial effusion, this relationship remains true 4.
- 1. Coche EE, Ghaye B, Mey JD. Comparative Interpretation of CT and Standard Radiography of the Chest. Springer Verlag. (2010) ISBN:3540799419. Read it at Google Books - Find it at Amazon
- 2. William E. Brant. Fundamentals of Diagnostic Radiology - 4 Volume Set. ISBN: 9781608319121
- 3. George PP, Irodi A, Nidugala Keshava S et-al. 'Felson Signs' revisited. J Med Imaging Radiat Oncol. 2014;58 (1): 64-74. doi:10.1111/1754-9485.12031 - Pubmed citation
- 4. Parker MS, Chasen MH, Paul N. Radiologic signs in thoracic imaging: case-based review and self-assessment module. (2009) AJR. American journal of roentgenology. 192 (3 Suppl): S34-48. doi:10.2214/AJR.07.7081 - Pubmed
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I recently turned on the radio on the way home from work. A DJ on 91.7 KTRU was rambling about the songs he played during his show. He talked about a few of the shows the station hosts, including an experimental music show that runs during the week sometime (interesting). Just as I was about […]
Entries from September 2004
Sometimes I feel like a beetle on its back
September 30th, 2004 · Comments Off on Sometimes I feel like a beetle on its back
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Ten Questions for The Methods
September 27th, 2004 · Comments Off on Ten Questions for The Methods
The Methods are a local band that recently released their debut album, Realized Amidst Sorrow (available here). The band's sound is not unlike early Radiohead or Coldplay, yet is a bit more "dreamy" (if I may be so bold) than those bands.
After catching The Methods live a few times this year, I can honestly say […]
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Modulator, Arthur Yoria at Fat Cat's + The week in music
September 21st, 2004 · Comments Off on Modulator, Arthur Yoria at Fat Cat's + The week in music
Houston electronic act Modulator is playing this Saturday night at Fat Cat's (Washington Ave.) with Astra Heights, Arthur Yoria, and Moonshot Radio. This will be an outstanding show–great bands on the bill. Visit Fat Cat's website for more information. If you haven't yet picked up Modulator's new EP, this will be a good chance to […]
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Sound Theory downloads, weekend music
September 17th, 2004 · Comments Off on Sound Theory downloads, weekend music
Houston's Sound Theory has posted a couple of new songs from their forthcoming EP, Frequency, to their website. Download them here: www.soundtheorymusic.com.
For those of you unfamiliar with these Houston musicians, read this bio from their website:
…sound theory began in late 2003 with Phil and Sean, stepping out of the remains of previous band, Beautiful Losers. […]
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Your own personal salad toss…
September 15th, 2004 · Comments Off on Your own personal salad toss…
I'll admit I own Marilyn Manson's Mechanical Animals album–felt it was some throwback to early Bowie in a way. I know, I know. Must've been a phase when I bought it.
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BRMC still alive and kicking
September 15th, 2004 · Comments Off on BRMC still alive and kicking
According to an article from Billboard, Black Rebel Motorcycle Club (BRMC) are finishing up work on their new album, despite having no label and no drummer.
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The week in music
September 14th, 2004 · Comments Off on The week in music
Tonight (Tuesday, 9.14.04), join Mary Jane Hancock with a meeting with the Musicians Benevolent society. The Musicians Benevolent Society is a local organization that helps musicians when they're down and out. Come meet Steve Sucher, the head of the organization, and see what you can do to help them in their quest to make Houston […]
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Vote for Arthur Yoria!
September 8th, 2004 · Comments Off on Vote for Arthur Yoria!
Support local musician Arthur Yoria by voting for his song "Call Me" in the "OC Enter The Mix" contest. Yoria's song was one of 5 chosen (out of 3500 songs) as a finalist.
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Under The Radar's protest auction
September 4th, 2004 · Comments Off on Under The Radar's protest auction
As a rule, I like my music separate from everything else. I do not care to hear a musician spouting off about how "the sheep" should vote so-and-so out of office or how much so-and-so blows. And I don't need some coked-up manic depressive telling me how to cast my vote. Okay? So don't do […]
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Physical therapist discusses misconceptions about back surgery
June 25, 2012
Topic: Minimally invasive orthopaedic surgery
During any given three-month period, about 25 percent of American adults experience at least one day of back pain, according to the National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases. While it is best to initially approach this problem through conservative treatments, some individuals will ultimately require back surgery.
Joe DiVincenzo, a physical therapist, discussed some common misconceptions that people may have about such operations with the Gloucester Times in Massachusetts.
Some individuals are afraid of the outcomes associated with surgery. However, most patients report high levels of satisfaction at the three-month post-operation mark, DiVincenzo said.
Although conservative approaches are best in the beginning, some people may not have that option for certain conditions.
"Disc herniations and spinal stenosis are examples of disorders that if left untreated, could result in permanent sciatica or the inability to walk more than a few minutes at a time," he said.
Some people are afraid that surgery on one part of the spine will affect the rest of the structure. However, an operation on the lower back is unlikely to affect the neck, and vice versa, according to DiVincenzo.
The recovery process for back surgery may be extensive. However, minimally invasive orthopaedic surgery techniques may cut down on both recovery time and pain.
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