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Biohacking: Achieving the perfect self
Biohacking – what is it?
The philosophy behind this concept involves understanding one's own body, and using this knowledge to optimise it. Biohackers compare this approach to that taken by computer hackers, who know PCs inside-out and use this knowledge to manipulate them. When this process is transferred to the real, biological world, this could mean knowing, for example, how the process of falling asleep works, so that you can more easily support this process – and improve your sleep. There really is no precise definition for biohacking. Even people who love equipping themselves with all the latest technical gadgets (such as body temperature sensors implanted in their ears that control heating systems via Bluetooth) call themselves biohackers. Here, however, we are talking about the people whose desire to optimise is focused on the sphere of health. US-American Dave Asprey is considered to be a pioneer in this field. The 45-year-old inventor of 'Bulletproof Coffee' has make it his goal to reach the age of 180 through biohacking. Even so, he did not invent this approach, whose roots can be found in high-level US sports. It is a field where a variety of measurements are used to analyse and improve athletes' performance, so it should be no surprise that the tracking of sleep, heart-rate variability, body fat and many other things are also part of the daily routine for biohackers.
Characteristic 1: Bulletproof Coffee
For many hackers, a Bulletproof Coffee takes the place of breakfast in kicking off the day. You can make one for yourself quite easily: simply get some organic ground coffee, a French press (this is meant to ensure that the coffee is of high quality – with fully automatic machines it is never possible to be entirely sure of what ends up in the coffee cup), a mixer, meadow butter and MCT oil. Now make yourself 250 millilitres of coffee and pour it into a container in which you will be able to mix easily. Add a tablespoon of butter and a tablespoon of oil, and mix until you achieve a creamy consistency. That's it!
Why this is a good hack: Butter coffee is able to satisfy your hunger for a number of hours (good for Characteristic 3) with only about 200 calories, all while keeping you fit and alert for the same period. The beverage even spurs the burning of fat thanks to its high-quality fatty acids and low carbohydrate content – so you cannot under any circumstances add sugar, as that would negate this effect.
Characteristic 2: Ice bath
Spend four or five minutes every morning sitting in an ice bath (i.e. fill the bathtub with cold water and maybe a few ice cubes) and your day can only get better. Alternatively, a lot of biohackers like to take an ice-cold shower.
Why this is a good hack: Even if this may look more like a tip for saving money, the extremely cold moisture does more than lower your heating bill: it reduces stress, strengthens the immune system and improves circulation. And to top it all off, it activates your body's brown adipose tissue ('brown fat'). Unlike white fat, your brown fat releases energy when you get cold, helping you burn additional calories. A little tip: enter the cold water slowly. Ideally, you can continue lowering the water temperature gradually, culminating in a final cool-down.
Characteristic 3: Intermittent fasting
Biohackers don't really like to snack between meals. Instead, they will wait anywhere from 16 to 18 hours between their final meal yesterday and their first one today. In other words, they practise intermittent fasting. This results in the elimination of one out of three meals every day, usually breakfast (see Characteristic 1). Ideally, the remaining meals should feature healthy, protein-rich foods – short-chain carbohydrates and trans fats are a strict no-no.
Why this is a good hack: By taking a break from eating, you ensure that your body is not continuously focusing on digestion, allowing it to use its energy for other things – such as your performance (say goodbye to afternoon lulls). And, because insulin is not being continuously released, intermittent fasting also supports efforts to lose weight while teaching your body to rely on burning fat for its energy needs.
Characteristic 4: Nutritional supplements
Getting your blood work done at the doctor's allows you to find out which nutrients you are lacking. These blood tests are now available for home use as well – Lykon is one of the companies offering this. As a result, biohackers typically utilise a variety of nutritional supplements at various points in the day.
Why this is a good hack: You can top up on precisely those nutrients in which you are currently deficient. This means that the symptoms of such deficiencies, including tiredness, are no longer a problem for you.
Characteristic 5: Sun worship
Even your grandma knew that fresh air was good for you, and spending as much time in the sun as possible wearing as little as possible is also a very positive thing for biohackers. There are said to be followers of this philosophy who ski in their underwear on sunny winter days...
Why this is a good hack: In order to generate vitamin D, the body needs its skin to be exposed to sunlight. That is because the body is only able to get a marginal amount of vitamin D from what a person eats. Seeing as vitamin D is needed not only for your muscle strength, but also for strong bones, you should try to get as much sunlight as possible on your bare skin. Ideally, you can combine time outdoors in minimal attire with a short and intensive period of athletic activity. Formats such as HIIT and other similar approaches are fully in keeping with the biohacking philosophy, because they help to maximise fat burning.
Characteristic 6: Red-light suns
Instead of spending time in tanning salons or conventional saunas, biohackers head to the infrared sauna or make use of full-body red LED light units.
Why this is a good hack: Red light and infrared light have a positive impact that can generate good results both on and under the skin in accordance with the light frequency being used. While grandma's old red light also offered both visible red light and invisible infrared light, today's LED lamps can emit either type (and naturally both simultaneously) as required. Fewer wrinkles and improved thyroid function are just a few of the benefits offered by this red-light therapy. On top of these other effects, the lights emit warmth that stimulates perspiration and the removal of toxins. It is also extremely relaxing, and helps foster good sleep.
Characteristic 7: Sleep optimisation
Did you know that our day-and-night rhythms are governed by hormones, and that melatonin is primarily generated at night? If the body's melatonin levels rise, you will grow tired and eventually fall asleep. Biohackers support this natural process by resting in darkened rooms or while wearing a sleep mask on their mattresses. Blue light inhibits the creation of melatonin, which is why they put blue light filters on their smartphones and computers to make it easier for them to unwind in the evening. They also turn off their home WiFi systems and remove all electrical devices from their bedrooms before it is time for bed – and they generally do these things at the same time every day, because keeping regular hours helps them enjoy a more recuperative sleep.
Why this is a good hack: The better you sleep, the more rested and fit you will feel the next day, allowing your body to work to its full potential and enabling your brain to come up with good ideas.
Characteristic 8: Meditation
Spending a few minutes a day – ideally in the morning or evening – just sitting or lying down and thinking about nothing at all: meditation is anything but new, but its effectiveness is so obvious that it is also surfing the biohacking wave.
Why this is a good hack: You constantly have a thousand thoughts running around your head. Thousands of deadlines to be met, things to be taken care of and offers to be made ... meditation offers your brain a very beneficial break. After all, your brain continues to work at night. It is only by forcing it to rest that you can allow it to deliver optimum performance later – and that you can once again be more relaxed, confident and cheerful as you master the challenges of the day. The method is up to you – you can opt for one of countless podcasts and audiobooks or join a group. Alternatively, you can simply spend a few minutes concentrating on what your breath feels like in your mouth and nose.
Characteristic 9: Openness
Biohackers are open to new things, and they start by trying these things out on themselves before telling others about them.
Why this is a good hack: Because it means that you know what you are talking about when you ask your customers to try out new things. Before they follow your advice to dive into a frozen lake, you should be sure to try it yourself first, so that you can prepare them for the possible consequences. This is especially true for more extreme biohacks, including the intake of vitamins and minerals via infusions, or placing plasters over the mouth to improve nasal breathing at night.
Characteristic 10: Independence
There is no such thing as a bible for biohackers. Instead, each person searches individually to identify the best things in a sea of guidelines and recommendations. Sometimes they mix these as well, such as by using red light therapy while sitting in an ice bath. Everyone decides what is good for them individually – and what is not. In other words, there is no such thing as a strict set of guidelines or rules that have to be followed in order to keep with the trend.
Why this is a good hack: Everyone is different, which is why the impact of each of these methods varies from person to person. As a result, anyone following the biohacker philosophy can choose and develop a method that suits their entire personality without having to slavishly follow any particular scheme.
Even more biohacks
One of Germany's best-known biohackers is Maximilian Gotzler of Berlin – you can find out even more about the details of biohacking in his podcasts (Flowgrade Show) and on his website (www.flowgrade.de). There are also a number of companies who specialise in serving the needs of biohackers, including Braineffect (www.brain-effect.com) and Primal State (www.primal-state.de). Munich is home to the KTC Lab, Germany's first biohacking laboratory (www.ktclab.com). Here, you can test various concepts free of charge: amongst other things, you have the opportunity to drink water enriched with molecular hydrogen, inhale special water vapour and/or enter an infrared sauna. You can even take an ice bath under infrared lights.


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HERNDON, VA - The 3.0L TDI that Audi uses in the A8 and now also in the Q7 is a thorough redesign. All that was carried over from the previous version of the engine are the 90 degree V, the cylinder spacing of 90 millimeters (3.54 in), and the displacement of 2,967 cc, according to the manufacturer. All major components are new developments - from the cylinder block to the crankshaft and from the forged connecting rods and the aluminum pistons to the cylinder heads.
In the Audi Q7, the V-6 diesel produces 176 kW (240 hp) and delivers a 405.66 lb.-ft. of torque to the crankshaft between 1,750-2,500 rpm. Fuel consumption was reduced by or 20 percent for an average 31.79 mpg. The 3.0 TDI accelerates the Q7 from 0-62.14 mph in 7.9 seconds, on the way to a top speed of 135.46 mph (with air suspension).
Reducing weight was a central aspect of the redesign. The new V-6, which is only 17.32-in. long, weighs 425.49 lbs., or 55.12-lbs. less than its predecessor.
Additional measures for reducing friction target the chain drive. Whereas the previous engine still used four chains and a toothed belt, only two chains are needed now. They drive the four camshafts with their narrow bearings, the balance shaft, the regulated oil pump and the common rail system's efficient high-pressure pump. Pressure of up to 2,000 bar is developed in the rails. The piezo inline injectors are equipped with eight-port nozzles. They activate extremely quickly and can inject fuel up to eight times per work cycle.
At the inlet of the intake manifold, made entirely of plastic, is a central swirler flap that swirls the air in the combustion chamber for efficient combustion, particularly at low engine speeds. The new flap replaces the individual swirler flaps in the intake ports of the previous engine, reducing pressure losses. The exhaust system and the charging air path of the turbocharged engine were also designed for low-loss flow.
In the turbocharger, which theoretically can compress more than 600 cubic meters of air, the compressor shaft was mounted in new bearings. The friction-optimized sliding bearings ensure spontaneous initial response, particularly at low engine speeds. A fast electric actuator adjusts the turbine geometry so that the engine reacts spontaneously to the throttle.
The new 3.0 TDI is paired standard with a start-stop system. When the car comes to a stop at a traffic light or an intersection and the driver keeps the brake depressed, the system's control unit shuts down the engine. On a hill or a downgrade, the brake system maintains the brake pressure if the slope does not exceed than 10 percent. A powerful starter restarts the engine quickly and conveniently as soon as the driver lets off the brake.
The start-stop system works together with a particularly powerful battery that continues to function even at very low outdoor temperatures. It only allows the engine to continue running during the early warm-up phase so that the oil and the cabin come up to temperature more quickly. Fuel consumption in the EU cycle is reduced by around 0.3 liters per 100 km.
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Johnny Depp divorce: Court documents reveal Amber Heard earns $10,000 a month but spends $44,000 on 'basic expenses'
The financial woes of Johnny Depp's estranged wife Amber Heard have been revealed in court documents, which show her losing significant sums and demanding $50,000 (£35,600) a month from the actor.
Miss Heard, 30, filed for divorce from Mr Depp on May 23. He is currently in Europe, promoting Alice Through The Looking Glass, and touring with his band.
She has accused him of domestic violence – something his friends and representatives have strongly denied, hitting back by claiming she has made the accusations to gain a greater share of his fortune.
And court documents leaked on Tuesday shed some light on her request for spousal support, and the expected battle over his $400 million fortune.
The documents show that she makes roughly $120,000 per year from her business interests, before receiving payment for any films she might appear in. Among those payments are fees from jewellery brands, with $120,000 from Tiffany and $50,000 from Bulgari.
She also made money from television appearances, with the documents showing a payment of $456 from The Late Late Show, hosted by James Corden. The actress is currently working on a comedy entitled What's The Point, which has earnt her $6,716.79 so far.
Her basic monthly income, the records show, is around $10,000 - but she spends almost $44,000 a month on "basic expenses."
This includes $10,000 a month on rent, another $10,000 a month on "entertainment, gifts and vacations," $2,000 on clothes, $2,000 a month on eating out and $300 on laundry and dry cleaning.
The actress also spent $2,000 on car expenses and transport. Her red Dodge charger was photographed in Los Angeles, still parked outside Mr Depp's West Hollywood home.
She also spends another $10,000 a month on miscellaneous costs such as pet supplies, and paying for her publicist and agent. PR is by far her biggest expense, with $14,250 allocated.
Her lawyer, Samantha Spector, is being paid $550 an hour to represent her in her divorce from Mr Depp.
Last year her expenditure was less. She reported a total income, including cash from her film work and promotions, of $250,000 while her expenditure was $209,000, leaving her a small profit.
She also has $25,000 of savings in the bank and is still making residual fees from her roles in The Rum Diaries and Magic Mike XXL.
The couple are getting divorced in California, a state which divides marital assets using the "community property" method. This means a judge will simply divide a couple's joint assets equally while allowing the individuals to retain inherited and premarital assets.
It has been suggested that Miss Heard would be in line for a minimum payout of $15 million – the equivalent of $1 million for every month they were married.


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By Chris Wright
Despite not being wholly convincing on the evening, Manchester United marched into the quarter-finals of the Champions League with a 2-1 victory over Marseille at Old Trafford last night – courtesy of a brace from their poacher incarnate, Javier 'Chicharito' Hernandez.
By our slightly dubious calculation, that makes it 16 goals from 18 goal-bound attempts in only 17 starts for Hernandez – not bad for a maiden campaign, not bad at all.
A late Wes Brown own-goal may well have buggered things up for United had Marseille taken any of the three glorious chances they managed to carve themselves just before half-time but, alas, the Little Pea's shooting boots proved decisive once again.
Both sets of players observe a minute's silence to remember the victims of the tsunami in Japan
Chicharito opens the scoring, turning Wayne Rooney's cross in at the back post
Chicharito celebrates his first goal of the evening
Gabriel Heinze and Nani scrap for the ball
Chris Smalling rises highest and beats Stephane M'bia in an aerial battle
Wayne Rooney bustles past Stephane M'bia
Gabriel Heinze fells Chicharito
Chicharito steers Ryan Giggs' low centre in for his second of the evening
Souleymane Diawara and Steve Mandanda are left dejected by United's second goal
Rafael da Silva leaves the pitch on a stretcher after suffering a hamstring injury
Wayne Rooney receives touchline instructions from Sir Alex Ferguson
Paul Scholes fails to clear Wes Brown's own goal off the line
Wayne Rooney salutes the United supporters after the final whistle
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The Med Viva retractable canopy is a great way to extend your seating area all the way into your garden and use throughout the seasons.
For this recent installation, the client had a tight space for their indoor café and needed more space. This retractable canopy was the perfect addition to this garden centre, with the client opting for LED lighting so they could still be open even after the sun goes down, accompanied with heating so cold nights were no longer an issue.


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German Panel explores migration, media and misperception
A recent panel discussion on the German media's depiction of international migration in that society was organized by the Bahá'í community in partnership with German NGO, the Foundation for the International Weeks against Racism. The panel explored such questions as how the media influences our sense of identity, how it shapes our perception of those different from us, and how it reinforces "otherness."
The event, titled "Exclusion in Germany: Is Media Honoring its Responsibility?", was held in December at the Bahá'í National Centre outside Frankfurt to mark UN Human Rights Day, and its audience included members of European Parliament, religious representatives, and members of the public.
Canan Topcu, a Turkish-born journalist and member of the Neue deutsche Medienmacher (New German Media Makers), moderated the panel discussion, which comprised: Ms. Ursula Russmann, editor at Frankfurter Rundschau, a daily newspaper; Dr. Markus End, a social scientist and Board Member of the Association of Antiziganism Research; and Ms. Mahyar Nicobin, a representative of the Bahá'í community.
Panelists discussed challenges faced by journalists in trying to write about the complex topic of migration. In addition to the normal pressures of time constraints and limitations on story length, journalists face demands by news organizations for sensationalized stories and the reduction of complex themes into simplistic narratives.
Dr. End explained that language and images in the media consolidate stereotypes and prejudices in society, accentuating the "othering" that comes to characterize popular attitudes towards some ethnic minorities.
Regarding images used for stories, panelists discussed how journalists often draw from stock photographs in databases provided by news organizations. The photos available often lack context, reinforce stereotypes, and objectify populations.
Ms. Saba Detweiler, one of the organizers of the event, explained that, as in many other countries, Germany has witnessed the issues of migration and integration move to the forefront of public consciousness. Describing the motivation behind the event, she explained that the issue is close to the hearts of the Bahá'ís, who are working with increasing numbers of like-minded groups to overcome the corrosive effects of prejudice and to foster harmony among the diverse elements of society.
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Many of the things that we as adults take for granted of "just knowing how to do," are often rooted in skills we learned in physical education (PE) class.
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Although it is often easy to forget, our first exposure to most physical activities, even those we simply appreciate as spectators, began in PE. Physical education has been an important tool for providing physical activity in American schools for over a century. It teaches students the basics integrating exercise into their lives to establish a lifetime of healthy living. Unfortunately, many schools are cutting back on traditional physical education programs because of budget pressures and competing academic demands. So those activities we take for granted now are things that our children, who aren't receiving adequate amounts of PE today, are not learning.
With this in mind, the American Heart Association (AHA) and the Physical Education for All Kids (PEAK) Coalition launched a back to school campaign in September. The campaign provides "tongue-in-cheek" examples of adults failing at basic movements, because they never learned how their bodies work in PE.
As AHA continues our work to protect PE in schools in 2018 and beyond, we hope you enjoy these as much as we do, and remember…Physical Education is Important!


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Saturday, January 7, 2012
Decorating with Glass Jars
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I love using jars for home decor and crafts.. and I happened upon this really cute layered colored bean design in an apothecary type jar today. Talk about a budget craft! The beans were colored black and orange just for Halloween decor. Isn't that clever! You really could do this for any holiday or just display a nice colorful layer of all kinds of beans for all year around. To see a really cute blog and how she colored the beans go to
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Disposition: Interim suspension from practice before the USPTO imposed on practitioner who pled no contest in California state court to charges of felony possession of a controlled substance. Final decision here.
Summary: A patent practitioner entered a plea of no contest in California state court to a charge of felony possession of a controlled substance. Under the USPTO rules, a plea of no contest constitutes a "conviction" and a felony is, also by definition, a "serious crime." 37 C.F.R. § 11.1. Consequently, the USPTO Director entered an Order suspending the practitioner on an interim basis pursuant to 37 C.F.R. § 11.25. The practitioner shall remain suspended pending the completion of formal USPTO disciplinary proceedings.
Related Case: People v. Hefner, SF017278A (Cal. Superior Ct. June 13, 2014)
Related to USPTO Practice? No
Facts: On December 15, 2015, the USPTO Director issued an order to show cause why Mr. Hefner should not be suspended on an interim basis following his plea of no contest to felony possession of a controlled substance before a California state court, as well as a complaint for discipline. A conviction of a "serious crime" may warrant imposition of an immediate interim suspension pending resolution of a formal disciplinary complaint, pursuant to 37 C.F.R. § 11.25.
A serious crime for which an interim suspension is available includes "[a]ny criminal offense classified as a felony under the laws of the United States, any state or any foreign country where the crime occurred." 37 C.F.R, § 11.1. The definition of "conviction" includes any "verdict or judgment finding a person guilty of a crime" and "any entered plea, including nolo contendre or Alford plea, to a crime." Id. Accordingly, the USPTO Director found that Mr. Hefner's felony conviction for possession of a controlled substance was a serious crime warranting an interim suspension under 37 C.F.R. § 11.25.
Mr. Hefner opposed the USPTO Director's show cause order. His sole argument was that on November 4, 2014, a law was passed in California allowing individuals convicted of certain drug possession crimes (evidently including the crime he was convicted of) to petition the court for resentencing of the crime as a misdemeanor. He claimed to have file such a petition on January 14, 2016, with the Superior Court of California, seeking reduction of the drug possession charge from a felony to a misdemeanor and for appropriate resentencing. A hearing on his Petition had been scheduled for February 25, 2016.
Mr. Hefner, however, failed to demonstrate to the USPTO Director that he succeeded in his Petition for resentencing. Thus, his felony conviction constituted a serious crime under the USPTO's disciplinary rules, which warranted an interim suspension.


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Kirkby Overblow parish registers, Stainburn Chapelry: Dates and current locations etc.
The place:
A Chapelry in the parish of Kirkby Overblow, upper division of Claro; 4¾ miles from Otley, 9 from Knaresborough. Population 364. The Church is a perpetual curacy under Kirkby Overblow.
Deposited Registers ()
- Baptisms: Registers stolen. (From 1803)
- Marriages: Registers stolen. Surviving register starts 1871.
- Burials: Registers stolen. (From 1803)
- Note: The West Yorkshire Archive Service, Leeds, reports: "About 20 years ago thieves broke into the Church and made off with the safe containing the Church plate and the parish registers. The safe was later found upside down and empty in a ditch. The marriage register from 1871 survived because it was being used at a nearby Church at the time. It is sincerely hoped that the registers were not destroyed, and might one day turn up." All early marriages are with Kirkby Overblow. BTs: 1663-1670, 1672, 1673, 1675-1679, 1683, 1684, 1688, 1690-1692, 1694-1713, 1715-1776, 1778-1829, 1831, 1832, 1834-1838, 1840-1843
Bishop's Transcripts:
- 1663-1670, 1672, 1673, 1675-1679, 1683, 1684, 1688, 1690-1692,1694-1713, 1715-1776, 1778-1829, 1831, 1832, 1834-1838, 1840-1843
IGI Coverage:
Transcripts and Indexes:
- CMB 1647-1812 (with Kirby Overblow); Typed transcript, no index; Yorkshire Archaeological Society
Please note: For an explanation of the abbreviations and the meaning of those dates which are in italics, please see the Yorkshire Parish Registers main page.
The above register information was correct when the book was published (1998). However registers may be moved from one Register Office to another. If you know that any of the above data is incorrect, please drop me a line via the link at the bottom of this page.
The above copyright data was taken from the book
Yorkshire Parish Registers
and was presented to Genuki by the author:
Colin Blanshard Withers.
Yorkshire Parish Registers
and was presented to Genuki by the author:
Colin Blanshard Withers.


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Drug Tests 101 – What Everyone Should Know About Screening
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A drug test, sometimes also referred to as drug screening, is any test administered for the technical analysis of biological specimen of human body (such as blood, urine, saliva, hair, sweat etc.), in order to detect the presence, or in some cases any prior use, of illicit parent drugs or their metabolites. A metabolite is basically the inactive metabolized form of a parent drug.
The drugs someone did last night, at the weekend party, or even on last New Year's eve – they can all be in the system, be it blood, urine, saliva, or even hair, waiting to be detected either by the government, employer, or parents when they use drug testing kits for home use.
Table of Contents
Drug Tests Uses
Drug tests are used to detect the use of illicit drugs in job applicants, athletes, criminal offenders, participants of drug rehabilitation programs, and others. If illicit drugs are detected, the person usually endures some sort of consequence.
Knowledge is power. The more one learns about drug tests, the better their chances are to get prepared to it, so let's get started.
Only a few decades ago, the human body was shielded from the outside world just like a well-built fortress, and detecting what's inside it was nearly impossible. Fortunately, recent advances in science have given birth to sophisticated drug testing.
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Types of Drug Tests
There is a wide variety of drug tests which can be divided into two major categories: doing drug testing at home and professional drug testing done by a qualified expert, usually in a sophisticated facility.
At Home
Several drug tests, such as urine test or saliva/oral fluid tests can be easily done at home. All one needs to do is buy one of the home drug test kits available as over-the-counter strips, collect a sample of urine or saliva, dip the strip in the urine/saliva for the specified amount of time, and view the reading. These strips are available online as well as in stores, are fairly easy to use, and come with detailed directions. However, results from cheap drug test kits can usually be misleading and incorrect. Even if a person uses a high-quality kit, there are several external factors that can impact the results of the test, unless they do a lot of research, have some working knowledge of testing, and are very careful in their approach.
Are home drug testing kits accurate?
Home drug testing kits can provide accurate results if they are done very carefully. However, home drug testing kits, especially cheap ones, have the potential to be misleading or inaccurate considering there are a number of external factors that can affect the test's results that someone doing the test at home may not know about.
Professionally conducted drug tests are more accurate, offer a deeper insight, and are more expensive. There are different types of professional drug tests including urinalysis (urine test), swab (saliva test), blood test, hair follicle test and so on.
To realize the popularity of the urinalysis, consider this fact: 90% of the 55 million drug tests performed last year were urine tests. Because the majority of the drug is already metabolized, the urine test, instead of detecting illicit parent drugs, tries to detect the presence of non-psychoactive drug metabolites. For example, marijuana's primary metabolite is THC-COOH which is fat soluble and can be detected in urine for up to two weeks. Urine testing, despite its popularity, is believed to be the easiest of all tests to beat.
Blood Test
A blood test is the most invasive and the most accurate form of drug testing. Unlike the urine test, a blood test actually detects the presence of parent drugs and not their metabolites because most substances, such as nicotine and marijuana, are quickly absorbed by the bloodstream and are easily detectable. Since blood tests are the most expensive type of tests, they are less common and are only administered if a lot of money or the law is in question. It should be noted that most drugs do not stay in bloodstream for too long. For example, marijuana generally becomes undetectable by blood tests after a few hours of use, but in chronic users it can stay detectable for more than 24 hours.
Saliva testing for drugs is administered to detect the presence of parent drugs. It's less invasive than the urine test and less expensive than the blood test, however it's accuracy can be questionable if not done right. For instance, very small amounts of THC from marijuana, or nicotine from tobacco, are released into the saliva. Therefore the detection window for drugs via a saliva test is very small – generally just a few hours after use. However, some drugs enter oral fluid through diffusion from the bloodstream and can be detectable for longer periods. The ease of use and low cost are the key factors which makes the saliva test a popular testing method.
Hair Follicle
Commonly used by labs and for research purposes, hair follicle testing is very hard to beat but can be the least accurate approach for several reasons. The test tries to detect the presence of drug metabolites diffused from the bloodstream into the follicle. The hair test can offer data like no other test can, including not only the presence of drugs but the patterns of drug use. For example, if someone used a drug, then abstained for a certain amount of time, and then used it again, the hair follicle test will reveal this data.
With the hair follicle test, contamination from the subject's surroundings is a major issue. Even the smallest amount of a powder or smoke can attach to the hair, and could result in a false-positive test result. While some renowned laboratories try to dismiss this claim, many experts believe that dark hair acts as a stronger magnet for contaminants compared to white hair, making people with dark hair more prone to false-positive results.
What is the most common type of drug test?
The most common type of drug test is the urine test, or urinalysis. Of the 55 million drug tests which were administered in 2015, 90 percent of them were urine analyses. A urine analysis is much cheaper than other tests and tends to have a longer detection time compared to tests conducted with blood or saliva samples.
Accuracy and Reliability of Drug Tests
Drug testing can be accurate if done properly, but the results can be extremely misleading. The accuracy depends largely on the standards for sample collection, whether the collection was performed inside the detection window of the drug, and whether it was a random drug test or the subject had prior knowledge of the testing.
The accuracy of drug testing results depends on how strictly the specimen was collected. For instance, when urine is collected, its temperature should be between 96 and 99 degrees. Otherwise, the subject might have contaminated their urine and the results may be inaccurate.
It's important to remember that drugs can have different detection window depending on the test. Specimen collected too soon or too late will not provide accurate results. For example, most drugs can appear in blood stream very quickly but also leave the system shortly after the use. Likewise, oral fluid testing is most accurate when administered immediately after drug use. On the other hand, the same substances will take some time to be metabolized in the body and appear in the urine test.
The random drug testing of subjects or not giving them knowledge of the test in advance generally does not give the subject the opportunity to abstain from using drugs and producing a negative result on the drug test.
Applications of Drug Testing
What are the major applications of drug testing? Drug testing is on a decline in the United States, because an increasing number of employers believe that there is little benefit for the required cost and hassle. The government as well as drug-test industry have insisted for years that proper drug screening will ensure safety and enhance productivity. However, the rate of drug testing has dropped from 81% in 1996 to 62% in 2004. The most prolific drug tester in the United States is the federal government, subjecting 400,000 employees to drug tests. However, there are several other scenarios where drug tests may be administered:
- Drug testing by employers to detect the use of illicit drugs
- Screening of athletes and sportsmen to detect any illicit performance enhancing drugs
- Drug testing by the police, for instance to identify whether a subject had illicit substances in their body after an accident or a DUI citation
- Insurance companies performing a drug test before they allow an individual purchase an insurance plan
- Testing as a result of court order, usually in cases of child custody, after allegations of drug abuse or date rape
- Testing by a health professional to identify the cause of a disease an individual is suffering from
- Drug testing to monitor a person who is abstinent or has joined a drug abuse prevention program
- Screening before an individual undergoes orthopedic surgery, plastic surgery, a spinal fusion, a wound revision, an organ transplant, or pulmonary therapy
- Fretthold D. W. Drug-testing methods and reliability. 1990; 22(4): 419-28. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/2096186.
- National Institute of Justice. Improving the Reliability of Drug Tests Done by Officers. 2016. https://www.nij.gov/topics/forensics/evidence/controlled-substances/Pages/improving-reliability-of-drug-tests-by-officers.aspx.
- The US Food and Drug Administration. Drugs of Abuse Home Use Test. 2018. https://www.fda.gov/medical-devices/drugs-abuse-tests/drugs-abuse-home-use-test.
- National Institute on Drug Abuse. Drug Testing. 2017. https://www.drugabuse.gov/related-topics/drug-testing.
- Medline Plus. Drug Testing. 2017. https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/drug-testing/.
- A failed positive how likely is that when I know I'm not doing phetnyl
- Do you take suboxone? I just tested positive for oxy. Upon research I learned naloxone can cause false results I take no other drug! Except subs
- If there's not 15 cc of urine, can you have a false positive?
- So i was screened at my dr app and it showed negative for all the meds I take. I insisted it was wrong so they sent it off to a lab well guess what results showed i take all my meds! Dr said she ordered wrong test and thats why results were wrong? How can that be?
- I had a test say I had Suboxone in my system.and I was pregnant I demanded it be re tested because the paper said the keep urine for around 30 days…read your paperwork because I knew I didn't put anything into my.body and here it was a cross contamination whatever that meant…it was a lab mistake.
- Did random urine drug test at pain management clinic and my test came out positive for a drug called fentanyl even though I didn't take any of that sort. My doctor knows I sometimes use marijuana for my chronic pain and suggested that maybe the one I used may have been laced with that drug….very scary. We did another test to make sure it wasn't just a false positive so just waiting now. My question now is will that second test be able to identify if it did in fact came from the marijuana I used?? I've also been trying herbal stuff I got online so not sure if that's the culprit too.
- I dont know about your test question but i live in Baltimore and ppl are putting fentanyl in everything on the street from weed to pills to cocaine not just heroin like mant ppl think dumb mfers are putting it in everything i guess hoping ppl will get hooked and buy more im so happy China is passing laws to ban fentanyl production
- i am curious about the metabolite cutoffs, I am prescribed xanax 2 mg daily as needed. I took a drug test the following morning and I am pretty sure I had taken 2 mg the night beofr as I was upset (another story). My level on my test is 413 for Alphahydroxyalprazolam (the metabolite of xanax) it's all I take so I am just wondering if that is normal?
- I have to see PO on Monday It's Sat and I have had 4 shots of Tequila. Plus drank 3 beers Friday night. Been drinking tons of water Will I pass Drug test?
- probably. cool it on the water though, as it will more than likely dilute your urine and make your results inconclusive. In the eyes of the law, that means you attempted to circumvent the test and they might fail you.
- What about I have a drug screening in less than a week for epiditimitis in my testicle ,it had trace of blood before ,the concern is my gall bladder as well,point is ,the doctor won't remove my testicle or look into my Go adder if I have any amphetemines or stimulants in my urine.how many days do I have to flush these metalobites out and still get an accurate blood count .
- Question: can you pass a hair drug test yet at same time fail urine drug test?
- depends on whether its a lab test or at home test. too msny variables. your question is too broad.
- I have been on morphine sulfate time release 60 mg a twice a day and morphine sulfate 30 mg 4 times a day break through for almost 14 years I recently took a drug screen at my new pain doctor and it came back positive for 16 in MA not 16 scuse me came back for 6 p.m. a.m. he told me that it was positive for heroin that that's what that meant I've never take heroin or street drugs in my life ever I'm 64 years old why would that come back like that I'm told that morphine can come back a false positive sometimes but I've never had this happen can you please explain to me why this test has come back positive and this past Friday I had my family doctor retest me I had a blood test and urine tests done I want to get my name cleared I am been so very upset over this thank you for your
- What year did the DOT regulation come out to start pre-employment drug testing?
- I would like to know where I can get and see the actual results from my drug screen. I need to see it for myself.
- You have EVERY right to view the results
- my husband goes to pain managment for broken neck and back and every drug test they took on him keeps coming back neg why we dont understand it why it keeps coming back neg although he is a diabetic and drinks like 3 gallons of water a day and other fluids like tea and soda could that be the reason he is coming back neg all the time pluss he has keyoacidoses his A1c is high sugar never under 300
- Yesterday I took a drug test for pre employment & when I gave the lady the urine sample she asked me did I take any medication & she was sticking the stripes in it.. I told her no & then she told me I can get my belongings out the cabinet & I left.. why would she ask me that? Do they just ask random questions like that
- They need to know if you're taking any medication because if your test comes up positive for anything and your prescribed it then you're fine.. also certain medications can cause false positives and they will have to do more extensive testing if that's the case
- I took a drug test at my Drs. because I take hydrocodone and the law requires I take them at periodically. My drug tests have always been good. Then two test in a row showed no sign of the hydrocodone In my system. I take several different prescriptions. I started taking a new one, phentermine. Some of the other prescriptions I take are Omeprazole, Xanax, flexeril, gabapentin etc.. Is there any one or combination of prescriptions that can cause a false negative result for hydrocodone? I had taken 2 300/7.25 the day before my drug test. I don't take them if I don't need them on a day to day basis.
- Can breathing in a small amount of second hand smoke from heroin cause Urine test taken a few hours later cause a positive result for opiates even thought they haven't used any opiates ?
- Soooo cool! I woke up and later in the day I started thinking about this stuff. I found your site on Google and it totally answered my questions. Thanks so much!
- I wiegh about 190lbs. Have notsmoked in 20 dayswhat are my chances of passing a urine drugh test withvthe help of niance
- I will be doing a hair test for a new job, the test is 5DSP/EXP OPI hair (811). I am prescribed Adderall 10mg 2x day, sometimes based on workload I may take 3, but weekends and when I'm off I do not take it. I know that on the drug test it will show Amphetamines, but I am prescribed and have a valid prescription. My question would be on the dosage, my doctor is aware of me taking 3 sometimes and he is ok with it, but will the hair test show that sometimes I take 3? In another words, will they say that I am prescribed 20mg daily, but they found more? Not sure if they see the quantity or just whether the drug is in the hair. Thank you in advance.
- For work I tested urine(6061ng/ml) and oral (21ng/ml cocaine and 102ng/ml BZE…i got fired cause they think i was high at work but didn't use for 15hrs..? I use daily and drink and smoke..i have thalysemia and wondering if I have metabolizing issues that could back my case up? Please and thanks
- Thanks for mentioning that drug tests are for detecting illicit drugs in job applicants, athletes, and others. My brother is thinking about getting a meth testing kit next week because he's contemplating testing the workers he manages at his job. I think it's a good investment to get a kit from a reputable company that will be able to let him know the results in a timely manner.
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FIFA Under Fire, Top Officials Arrested on Corruption Charges in Zurich
F.F.B. President Ruperto Vicente is in Zurich, Switzerland ahead of a congress later this week which will see FIFA President Sepp Blatter facing re-election. The news tonight however, is that international football's governing body is the subject of two unrelated investigations into alleged corruption. In an early morning raid today, fourteen FIFA officials were arrested on corruption charges, including racketeering, wire fraud and money-laundering conspiracies. Following their detention, the US Department of Justice issued a lengthy statement accusing FIFA executives of a twenty-four year scheme to enrich themselves through the corruption of international soccer. News Five sought a comment from Vicente earlier today but he respectfully declined on the basis that he did not know much about what was taking place with the arrests. The following news clip is taken from CNN and details the nature of the probes launched into FIFA's operations.
{Feature: CNN report on FIFA…}
The Football Federation of Belize, which falls under FIFA's statutes, has been busy preparing the Jaguars for the second round of World Cup qualifiers where Belize will face the Dominican Republic in June.


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In the 2019 edition of NFPA 72, can someone tell me where Figure H.1 came from? I have attached a copy.
In the 2019 edition of NFPA 72, can someone tell me where Figure H.1 came from? I have attached a copy.
From the FDR on PI-378
"This Public Input (PI) is relocating existing material that is within the 2015 edition of NFPA 720 into the applicable section of NFPA 72. The PI is not changing the technical requirements of NFPA 720 but is relocating material from NFPA 720 into NFPA 72. This change is being made in response to a 2015 the NFPA Standards Council decision to merge NFPA 720 into NFPA 72 because the two standards have similar requirements and extracted material. The problem with maintaining two separate standards is with every new edition of NFPA 720 updating requirements and extracts from NFPA 72 has become a very time consuming effort that is prone to error for both NFPA Staff and the NFPA 720 Technical Committee. The scope and title of NFPA 72 was intentionally changed in 2010 to be broad enough to include CO as well as other signaling needs. This PI is being submitted on behalf of the NFPA 720/72 Consolidation Task Group."


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Helen Ruth Foster
May 27, 1929 - April 29, 2018
Passed away at Hallowell House on Sunday April 29th, 2018. Helen Foster, formerly of County Road #1, at the age of 88. Beloved wife of the late Blaine. Dear mother of the late Darlene Doherty and the late Carol Burrill. Dear Gramie of Sherry Dulmage and her husband Michael of Consecon and the late Ryan. Dear sister-in-law of Shirley Hanna of Picton. Mrs. Foster is resting at the Whattam Funeral Home, 33 Main Street, Picton, ON. Funeral service in the chapel on Friday May 4th, 2018 at 2 p.m. with visitation from 1 p.m. until the time of the service. Reverend Stan Hanna to officiate. Interment at Cherry Valley Cemetery. If desired, donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated by the family. www.whattamfuneralhome.com


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DreamStation Pro CPAP Machine by Philips Respironics
DreamStation Pro CPAP Machine
Copy of RX Required if Applicable to U.S. Residents
Product Description
The Philips Respironics DreamStation Pro is a fixed pressure CPAP machine that delivers one set pressure throughout the night. The auto trial mode is a 30 day therapy that will auto adjust up and down to find the perfect setting for you then lock that setting into place. This is the newest generation and is 18% smaller and 28% lighter than it's predecessor, the SystemOne series.
The display is front-facing for easy viewing on your nightstand. Colorful and easy to navigate using the turn dial also on the front of the machine. The ambient light sensor housed on the top of the machine which will adjust the displays brightness depending on ambient light in the room.
Optional Heated Humidifier and Heated Tube: The DreamStation heated humidifier and tubing can also be added to provide extra protection from rain-out and allow greater humidity levels than traditional non-heated tubing.
Special Features
- Auto-Trial: The DreamStation Pro features and auto-trial mode which can be used for up to 30 days to help determine a patient's optimum sleep therapy pressure level. During this period the machine adjusts pressure, on a breath-by-breath basis, to deliver the lowest possible pressure for optimal sleep therapy. Once Auto-Trial is complete the machine will revert to a fixed pressure CPAP device. Important Tip: This is not an auto-adjusting machine, once the auto-trial is complete, the machine will not adjust pressure during the night, and will remain fixed.
- SmartRamp: SmartRamp makes it easy from the start. Once SmartRamp is enabled the DreamStation CPAP Pro will monitor your therapy levels, during the ramp period, it will deliver lower overall pressure until it detects an obstructive respiratory event. When an event is detected SmartRamp responds to resolve the event, raising pressures as required until the ramp period concludes.
- Fixed Pressure: The DreamStation CPAP Pro is a fixed pressure therapy machine that delivers positive airway pressure at a single fixed level, between 4-20cm, throughout the night.
- Heated Humidifier The heated humidifier has a standard mode and adaptive mode. The Standard acts like a typical heated humidifier, heating to the same pre-selected temperature level throughout the night. The Adaptive Mode delivers a precise, user selected, level of humidification at the mask throughout the night regardless of external factors like room temperature, flow rate, or external humidity .
- Optional Heated Tube: DreamStation's Heated tubing can also be added to provide extra protection from rainout and allow greater humidity levels than traditional non-heated tubing.
- C-Flex Pressure Relief C-Flex pressure relief delivers pressure relief at the beginning of each breath, and softens pressure at the end of each breath, to provide a more natural breathing experience.
- Mask Fit Check: A mask fit check tool that provides airflow and indicates if the mask has an adequate seal or not.
- Auto On/Off: When Enabled, the machine can start or stop therapy when it is detected that the user has put on or taken off their mask
- BlueTooth: The DreamStation comes with Bluetooth built-in and an SD Data Card for data storage. After each sleep session the DreamStation displays a Sleep Progress report on the LCD screen. The Sleep report shows nightly usage over the past 3 sleep sessions as well as summary data from the past 30 days.
- DreamMapper: DreamMapper is an app that is connected with Bluetooth. The app is available for iOS devices with iOS 6 or newer in the iTunes App Store or for Android devices 2.2 or newer in the Google Play Store. This mobile and web-based application provides key information and personal therapy feedback that can help patients stay involved, stay motivated, and stay interested.
Important Note: The DreamMapper app may not be available in your region. If you have questions regarding the DreamMapper app, please click on the Manuals Tab to access a direct link to Philips Respironics' DreamMapper Support Page or contact us at email@example.com.
Included in This Package
- (1) DreamStation CPAP Pro Machine
- (1) SD Data Card
- (1) Carrying Case
- (1) Reusable Foam Filter
- (1) Ultra Fine Filter
- (1) 6-Foot Tubing
- (1) Power Cord
- (1) External AC Power Supply
- Users Manual
- (Optional) Heated Humidifier (add on at check-out)
- (Optional) Heated Tube (add on at check-out)
Recommended Replacement Schedule
- Filters: Every 1-3 Months (or as needed)
- Hose Tubing: Every 3-6 Months (or as needed)
- Complete Mask: Every 9-12 Months (or as needed)
- Water Chamber: Every 3-6 Months (or as needed)
|Actual Weight:
|1.33kg/2.94lbs (w/o humidifier) 1.98kg/4.37lbs (w/humidifier) Incl. power supply
|Altitude Compensation:
|Associated Part Numbers:
|Country of Origin:
|United States of America
|Data Storage Content:
|SD card: > 1 year On- board: <6 months
|15.7x19.3x8.4cm (w/o humidifier) 29.7x19.3x8.4cm (w/ humidifier)
|Electrical Requirements:
|100 – 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz, 2.0-1.0 A
|FAA Approved:
|This product is approved by the FAA for use on all commercial flights within the US
|Reusable Foam Filter, Disposable Ultra Fine Filter
|Heated Humidifier (Optional): Fixed, Adaptive, Heated Tube modes; Heated tube (optional)
|Insurance Codes:
|International Shipping:
|Yes International Shipping is available
|Latex Free:
|Mode of Operation:
|Fixed Pressure Machine - C- Flex, C- Flex+
|Pressure Range:
|4 to 20 cm H2O
|Ramp Time:
|0 to 45 min (5- minute increments)
|RX Required?:
|Yes, When Applicable for U.S. Residents
|Sound Level:
|25.8 dB(A) machine only/27.9 dB(A) with humidifier
|Special User Features:
|EZ-Start Auto-Trial
|Starting Ramp Pressure:
|4 cm
|Travel Sized:
|US Shipping Cost:
|Free Standard Ground
|2 year manufacturer warranty
Available Downloads For The DreamStation Pro CPAP Machine
Philips Respironics DreamMapper App Support
Click on this link to register your device through the manufacturer: DreamMapper Support
Philips Respironics DreamStation Pro FAQ's
Intended Use for the DreamStation Pro?
The Philips Respironics DreamStation systems deliver positive airway pressure therapy for the treatment of Obstructive Sleep Apnea in spontaneously breathing patients weighing over 30 kg (66 lbs). It is for use in the home or hospital/institutional environment.
Do I need to set up my machine when I get it?
No. We will set the machine according to what your prescription says. You can simply plug it in and turn it on.
What type of machine is the DreamStation Pro?
The DreamStation Pro is a fixed pressure CPAP machine. Example: 7 cmH20
How do I power my device?
- Plug the socket end of the AC power cord (included) into the power supply (also included).
- Plug the pronged end of the AC power cord into an electrical outlet that is not controlled by a wall switch.
- Plug the power supply cord's connector into the power inlet on the side of the device.
- Verify that the plug at the side of the device, at the power supply, and that the electrical outlet are fully inserted. This will help to ensure that a secure, reliable electrical connection has been made.
Ratings & Reviews
3 reviews4.3 out of 5
Great Machine
by CPAP User -
Have to admit the price on this machine is what first pulled me in, plus the doctor said it has everything I needed so I bought it. Really simple and easy to use, getting better sleep for sure. Thinking of adding the humidifier down the road. Good Buy here!
Great Features
by Kathy W - Ohio -
Doctor said I needed a fixed pressure machine so I called 1800CPAP and this machine is what I decided on. So far it's working great for me. I've always heard the Dreamstation machines were the best ones to have. I'm thinking of adding the humidifier before the weather changes . The C-Flex pressure relief is a great feature.


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Ubiquigent — a company focused on enabling and supporting ubiquitin system targeted drug discovery — has been awarded a new grant from Innovate UK.
The grant forms part of Innovate UK's Investor Accelerator Pilot and will support a project titled 'The development of novel compounds to seed a neurodegeneration drug discovery programme'. This programme provides simultaneous grant funding and venture capital investment for early stage projects led by UK companies.
As part of the award the company has received further investment from IP Group and a group of experiences life science investors led by the company's senior management team to support ongoing business growth.
"This latest grant and investment provides additional support for the advancement of one of our key programmes," commented Ubiquigent's newly appointed managing director, Jason Mundin. "The programme is now well underway, and we look forward to reaching our endpoint of developing novel compounds in this disease area much sooner than originally planned. The team is now even better placed to support our existing and new partners focused on ubiquitin system drug discovery."


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§2671. Definitions
As used in this chapter and sections 1346(b) and 2401(b) of this title, the term "Federal agency" includes the executive departments, the judicial and legislative branches, the military departments, independent establishments of the United States, and corporations primarily acting as instrumentalities or agencies of the United States, but does not include any contractor with the United States.
"Employee of the government" includes (1) officers or employees of any federal agency, members of the military or naval forces of the United States, members of the National Guard while engaged in training or duty under section 115, 316, 502, 503, 504, or 505 of title 32, and persons acting on behalf of a federal agency in an official capacity, temporarily or permanently in the service of the United States, whether with or without compensation, and (2) any officer or employee of a Federal public defender organization, except when such officer or employee performs professional services in the course of providing representation under section 3006A of title 18.
"Acting within the scope of his office or employment", in the case of a member of the military or naval forces of the United States or a member of the National Guard as defined in section 101(3) of title 32, means acting in line of duty.
(June 25, 1948, ch. 646,
Historical and Revision Notes
1948 Act
Based on title 28, U.S.C., 1940 ed., §941 (Aug. 2, 1946, ch. 753, §402,
Changes were made in phraseology.
1949 Act
This section corrects a typographical error in section 2671 of title 28, U.S.C.
1949-Act May 24, 1949, corrected spelling of "office".
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Short Title
This chapter is popularly known as the Federal Tort Claims Act. The Federal Tort Claims Act was previously the official short title of title IV of act Aug. 2, 1946, ch. 753,
Law Enforcement Officer Acting Within Scope of Office or Employment
"(1) the term 'crime of violence' has the meaning given that term in section 16 of title 18, United States Code; and
"(2) the term 'law enforcement officer' means any employee described in subparagraph (A), (B), or (C) of section 8401(17) of title 5, United States Code; and any special agent in the Diplomatic Security Service of the Department of State.
"(1) protect an individual in the presence of the officer from a crime of violence;
"(2) provide immediate assistance to an individual who has suffered or who is threatened with bodily harm; or
"(3) prevent the escape of any individual who the officer reasonably believes to have committed in the presence of the officer a crime of violence."
Congressional Findings and Purposes
"(1) For more than 40 years the Federal Tort Claims Act [see Short Title note above] has been the legal mechanism for compensating persons injured by negligent or wrongful acts of Federal employees committed within the scope of their employment.
"(2) The United States, through the Federal Tort Claims Act, is responsible to injured persons for the common law torts of its employees in the same manner in which the common law historically has recognized the responsibility of an employer for torts committed by its employees within the scope of their employment.
"(3) Because Federal employees for many years have been protected from personal common law tort liability by a broad based immunity, the Federal Tort Claims Act has served as the sole means for compensating persons injured by the tortious conduct of Federal employees.
"(4) Recent judicial decisions, and particularly the decision of the United States Supreme Court in Westfall v. Erwin, have seriously eroded the common law tort immunity previously available to Federal employees.
"(5) This erosion of immunity of Federal employees from common law tort liability has created an immediate crisis involving the prospect of personal liability and the threat of protracted personal tort litigation for the entire Federal workforce.
"(6) The prospect of such liability will seriously undermine the morale and well being of Federal employees, impede the ability of agencies to carry out their missions, and diminish the vitality of the Federal Tort Claims Act as the proper remedy for Federal employee torts.
"(7) In its opinion in Westfall v. Erwin, the Supreme Court indicated that the Congress is in the best position to determine the extent to which Federal employees should be personally liable for common law torts, and that legislative consideration of this matter would be useful.


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We invite you to join the hundreds of wonderful women involved in building a strong Jewish community through Women's Philanthropy.
Women contributing $5,000 and above in their own names to the Shalom Austin Annual CampaignThe Lion of Judah Division was established in Miami in 1972 to recognize a new level of commitment set forth by a cadre of activists. These women knew that to shape the future, they would have to contribute accordingly. What began with 16 women now extends to over 13,000 such women throughout North America.The Lion of Judah pin is a symbol of sisterhood and connectedness, of leadership and power. It provides a benchmark for women to continue to advance into new spheres of giving as they achieve greater economic success, and it allows women to take active roles in securing their Jewish future, forging new opportunities for creative philanthropic giving.For information about the Lion of Judah Division or to place a pin order, contact Arielle Levy.
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Fried Egg Candy
Total TimePrep/Total Time: 30 min.
Makesabout 3-1/2 dozen
- 1 package (15 ounces) pretzel sticks
- 1 package (12 ounces) vanilla or white chips
- 48 yellow M&M's
- Place pretzel sticks on waxed paper in groups of two, leaving a small space between each. In a microwave-safe bowl, heat vanilla chips at 70% power until melted; stir until smooth. Drop by tablespoonfuls over each pair of pretzel sticks. For "yolks", place one or two M&M's in the center of each "egg".
Nutrition Facts2 each: 176 calories, 6g fat (3g saturated fat), 4mg cholesterol, 327mg sodium, 27g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein.
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This was a great way to celebrate reading with school age children! Replace the yellow candy for green and re-create the beloved children's author Dr. Seuss' story of Green Eggs and Ham. To help celebrate all things Dr Seuss, this is a quick treat that can be made with the kids. As a volunteer food editor with Taste of Home, I enjoy discovering great ideas to use with simple ingredients.
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I have made these so many times! Kids and adults of all ages love them!
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so cute and they taste good!! Also super easy
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tooth extractions
Tooth extraction is a dental procedure where a tooth that's causing pain and problems gets removed from its place in the bone.
Tooth extractions are commonly performed in-office and can help with pain relief and the preventing of infected teeth from getting worse. In cases when a tooth cannot be saved any other way, an extraction will be recommended. While an extraction is considered a type of surgery, it is done quickly and easily right in the office at your own convenience.
What is a Tooth Extraction?
A tooth extraction involves removing one or more teeth from the socket that have become decayed, infected or are otherwise a problem for your dental health and hygiene. For example, a person might have a wisdom tooth extracted that isn't necessarily causing them problems, but could become an issue in the future. Extractions are done when there is nothing else that can be done to save a tooth, or when the extraction will help to retain oral health and hygiene.
Why is an Extraction needed?
There are several reasons for why a tooth might be extracted. Some of these reasons include:
- A tooth has become decayed beyond the point of being saved
- A tooth is severely loose
- The tooth must come out to avoid future problems (like a wisdom tooth)
- There is overcrowding in your mouth and the tooth needs to be removed (in order to prepare for Orthodontic work)
- Advanced gum disease is present
- Necessary after facial trauma or accident
What to expect when getting an Extraction
The extraction procedure is done quickly and in a comfortable manner. We here at One Fine Smile will ensure that you are receiving your extraction at your own convenience and in a way that is pain-free and comfortable. The first thing we will do is take an x-ray of the tooth that needs to be removed. Once the dentist is satisfied with the x-rays, the area of extraction will be given an anesthetic and the procedure will begin. There are two types of extractions that can occur. The two extractions are Simple and Surgical.
- Simple Extractions-A simple extraction is performed on a tooth that can be seen in the mouth. In a simple extraction, the dentist loosens the tooth with an instrument called an elevator. Then the dentist uses an instrument called a forceps to remove the tooth.
- Surgical Extractions- this is a more complex procedure, which is used if a tooth may have broken off at the gum line or has not erupted in the mouth. The oral surgeon will make a small incision into your gum to surgically remove the broken tooth or impacted wisdom tooth.
After the procedure, you will go home with specific aftercare instructions that must be followed to ensure the area heals properly.
If you are in need of a tooth extraction, or would like more information about extractions contact us today and one of our helpful staff members will be happy to assist you.


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Tony Bennett thinks Gaga will be bigger than Elvis
HollywoodNews.com: Lady Gaga will be bigger than Elvis? Well, maybe — in the opinion of none other than beloved 85-year-old crooner Tony Bennett, who calls her a "magnificent, magnificent performer."
In an interview carried on AARP.org, Tony points out that at his age, he's
worked with pretty much everyone who's anyone on the music scene, and he says of Gaga, "I've never seen anybody that intelligent when it comes to knowing how to perform properly."
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G. Bruce Boyer's True Style might have been the best serious #menswear book of 2015, but the Where's Waldo? parody Where's Karl? may have been my favorite fashion book of last year. Where's Karl? sets out and sends up in hilarious, delirious pageantry the fanciful fleshpots flit through by the international fashion set, all as seen through the inspired pen of fictional French blogger Florence "Fleur" de la Sabine as she attempts to track down couture's favorite cipher, Karl Lagerfeld. As in the Where's Waldo? books, dozens of Easter Eggs abound in each scene, in the persons of other omnipresent media figures, from Karl's cat Choupette to late NYT snapper Bill Cunningham in bleu de travail, to the occasional Coddington (Grace) or Kardashian (disgraceful). Like Waldo, Karl has a distinctive uniform that doesn't change from scene to scene. Unlike Waldo, Karl's uniform is a skinny black Slimane suit, high-collared custom Hilditch & Key Paris shirt, and abundant Chrome Hearts jewelry, and his haunts are the more rarefied, still rambunctious, environs of the Met Ball, Tulum, Milan, Paris, Tokyo, Art Basel Miami and other launches, openings and fashion weeks along the way. Presented with an opportunity to interview one of Where's Karl?'s creators, writer, stylist and blogger Ajiri Aki, I couldn't pass up inquiring what inspired and went into the creation and conceits of one of the most entertaining books about fashion I've ever read. With thanks to her patience and generous time, her answers are below.
Ajiri co-wrote Where's Karl? with Stacey Caldwell, while Michelle Baron drew the intricately, rewardingly detailed and amusing illustrations. Ajiri and Stacey met at college in Texas, and kept in touch over the years, which saw Ajiri become a writer for the late Daily News Record (which was once a men's fashion industry periodical and website and has since been folded into Women's Wear Daily) and fashion stylist, as well as co-curator on museum exhibitions like 2006's "AngloMania: Tradition and Transgression in British Fashion."
RJ: What got you interested in fashion? In writing?
AA: I have been interested in fashion since high school really when I subscribed to about 10 different magazines from my home in Austin, Texas and drooled over the pages. I have been writing since I was a child and fashion and writing just naturally came together, not to mention it is necessary for everything I did at magazines and museums.
RJ: What gave you the idea to write the book? Does it have something to do with, in Fleur's words, Karl being "truly the definition of a savant and a modern-day Renaissance man [designing] for three brands, direct[ing] commercials, collaborat[ing] on special projects, work[ing] as a photographer and an illustrator, and read[ing] a zillion books?" How does one pitch the idea of a Where's Waldo parody featuring Karl Lagerfeld?
AA: Stacey and I met at university in Texas (TCU) and we always meet up in Paris four times a year during the shows and market. We think Karl is genius and after a few glasses of wine in the Marais the idea unfolded. And how does one pitch it? Ha! It was an easy sell because it's Karl!
RJ: I find Karl hilarious. I asked my mom for a Karl Lagerfeld teddy bear when they came out, but she refused. The fact I was over 30 probably had something to do with it. Karl's such a bizarre, nearly unearthly character, or that is the persona he has very successfully cultivated for the last 50 years: icy, distant, mannered, and strictly uniformed, depending on the decade, in anything from a fitted black suit and high-collared white shirt to, in the 1990s, a Yohji muumuu. Were you expecting the book to resonate the way it did with so many people to become a bestseller?
AA: Karl is actually not what he seems. He is actually really funny and kind. I think he comes off as bizarre and icy. Aren't all people who work in fashion a bit bizarre? […] We were confident the book would do well because Karl is such an interesting character and becoming a bestseller was a welcome surprise!
RJ: The attention to detail inherent in your background and curation work, that meticulousness, seems to have translated well to this book and the intricate conceits of each new location, all the little activities. How much time did it take to plan this?
AA: It took us 6 months of around-the-clock work to put this book together. Stacey lives in Brooklyn, Michelle lives in Philadelphia, and I live in Paris, so we were always passing work off to one another to work in different time zones. […] We Skyped at all hours of the day and night then one started a city and the other would make additions, or one started a text then the other would make additions or changes. I don't know if that is standard co-author work flow but it worked for us.
RJ: How did you meet your illustrator? How did you design the crowds, the settings, the layouts?
AA: We found Michelle on Pinterest and would make Pinterest boards of all the cities and characters in each scene and what they should be wearing. Then we would send her a list of what they should be doing and local additions to the scene. Sometimes I would send her chicken scratch drawings of how we envisioned a scene to help explain our ideas.
RJ: One of the most charming parts of Where's Karl? is the settings of each search, the supposed haunts of the fashion elite rendered in satirical self-regard. Had you been to these locations, like Art Basel Miami, Tulum, and the like? How did you choose them?
AA: It was easy because fashion people are predictable and travel to the same places every year. There are certain events on the calendar that do not change from year to year.
RJ: How did you think of some of these crazy scenarios? It goes without saying that every time I look at the book I notice something new, some new detail, like the Where's Karl? logo that's two question marks interlocked Chanel-style, or the little camera-wielding paparazzi parachuting in to ambush a party at Chateau Marmont, or, at the Grand Prix de Monte Carlo, what appears to be a Barbie racecar, a dog driving a full-size racecar, Daft Punk looking even more like The Stig from Top Gear, and Tony Stark re-enacting a scene from Iron Man 2. In middlebrow terms, each scene is a bit like a cross between a vignette from The Devil Wears Prada and a Buñuel film. Without veering (no pun intended) into the surrealism of the Grand Prix pages, were you ever privy to scenes of this craziness at fashion's bacchanals? Would you be able to tell us the craziest thing you have seen?
AA: Interesting analysis and yes some fashion parties are pretty crazy like this. Craziest thing I have seen…hmm unfortunately there are so many things I have seen but after lots of bubbly not sure I can recall them accurately. Ha!
RJ: Did you know Karl and Choupette before writing this?
AA: Not personally, no.
RJ: What have been the reactions of the people you featured in Where's Karl? Have you heard from them/about their reactions?
AA: Yes, everyone loves the book and some people complain about the outfit we put them in or wanting to be in more scenes. But everyone has fun with it.
RJ: I saw from the book bio that you are a fashion video producer, and from the Where's Karl? website that you run an expat blog. It's a valuable service – having been an expat it can be difficult to put down roots of any kind. It's also easy to live on the surface, a sort of tourist's Paris, moving only in superficially nice parts of the city, or continuing to see things with that distanced eye. I had a quick look at your blog that mentions you returned to Paris for love. Coincidentally, I left it for the same reason. Do you or your collaborators have any current new projects? What are you working on now?
AA: Stay tuned on our Instagram @whereskarl to find out….


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The demanding attitude of EU institutions and the Member States in promoting values will save the European synthesis
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Europe is going through a period of crisis of values and the only way to save the European synthesis is for the Community institutions and the Member States to show a firm and demanding attitude. This was highlighted by Marcelino Oreja, Spanish jurist and diplomat, former Minister of Foreign Affairs and President of the University Institute of European Studies at the CEU San Pablo University, during the conference on "The Present and Future of Europe's Values" organised by Andersen Tax & Legal and the Austrian firm Lansky, Ganzer + Partner at the Andersen Auditorium in Madrid, in which Jaime Olleros, managing partner of Andersen Tax & Legal in Spain, Gabriel Lansky, managing partner of Lansky, Ganzger + Partner, and Íñigo Méndez de Vigo-lawyer and former Minister of Education, Sport and Culture also participated.
During his speech, Jaime Olleros stressed the importance of placing the value of Community origin precisely at this time in view of the European elections, the migration crisis of recent years, the possibility of Brexit, the increased presence of extremist parties in the European political scene, among others. "The concern and uncertainty that has been generated in Europe makes us return to our origins to see what Europe is, what values it represents and what its future holds," Jaime Olleros pointed out.
For his part, Gabriel Lansky recognized that it is a "complicated" time for those values. "Europe needs that human rights spirit of internal internationalism and not nationalism or anti-liberal movements," explained the partner of Lansky Ganzger + Partner, who stressed the need to explain how this "difficult stage" can be overcome.
The ex-Minister Íñigo Méndez de Vigo indicated that "it is very important to know where we come from in order to know where we are going," which is why he recalled a phrase by Søren Kierkegaard, a Danish politician, philosopher and theologian from the 19th century, who said that life can only be understood backwards, but can only be lived forwards.
Along these lines, Marcelino Oreja highlighted a series of examples that are putting Europe's values in crisis. The case of Poland and its controversial legislation on its judicial system, the case of Romania, Hungary. He also referred to the Government of Italy, which is turning a "deaf ear" to all the appeals of the European Commission, so the countries of the Eurozone must decide whether to subject Italian accounts to strict scrutiny that could lead to sanctions of up to 0.05% of GDP. On the other hand, he said, Sweden has more and more populist parties that move from "marginality to setting the European agenda," as happened last year in the Netherlands, France, Germany, Italy.
According to Marcelino Oreja, the presence of radical parties is becoming generalized, ten of the 28 countries of the EU are experiencing strong rises of far-right parties and some are founding countries such as Germany and Italy. "All of them have articulated their discourse with the rejection not only of immigrants but also of refugees," lamented the ex-Minister, who stressed that in front of this feeling there are 'Europeanists' and nationalists who want to "advance against those who want to retreat."
"Europe must protect others from those who promote the 'unconditional injury' of the European project," he said, adding that for this reason, now more than ever, "we must preserve and make our values effective because our identity and our deepest convictions depend on them" and this will be achieved by imposing "firmness and clarity."
Faced with the two most important issues in the media, the migration crisis and Brexit, Marcelino Oreja said of the latter that "nobody knows what will happen, but whatever it is, it will harm the European institutions." On the other hand, he was more optimistic about the problem of immigration "it is a new situation and we don't know how to respond to it, but the European Commission is promoting a Community border policy turning the controversial control of irregular migration into a European competence."
In spite of everything, the Spanish lawyer remarked that for years Spain has been an active member of the EU, a country open to dialogue and negotiation, respectful of the rights and freedoms of citizens "faithful to the principles and values that have always inspired the EU."
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Food // Recipes & Cooking
Recipe: Rocky Road Brownies
Makes 24 servings
4 squares unsweetened chocolate
¾ cup butter
2 cups sugar
4 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 cup flour
2 cups mini marshmallows
1 cup chocolate chips
1 cup coarsely chopped nuts
Instructions: Heat oven to 350 degrees. Melt the chocolate and butter together. Stir in the sugar. Beat in the eggs, one at a time. Add the vanilla and stir in the flour. Spread the batter in a greased 9-by-13-inch baking pan. Bake for 35 minutes. Sprinkle the marshmallows on top, followed by the chocolate chips and nuts. Bake another 5 minutes, until marshmallows begin to brown.
Per serving: 240 calories (52.1 percent calories from fat), 15 g fat, 50 mg cholesterol, 15 mg sodium, 28 g carbohydrates, 2 g dietary fiber, 20 g sugars, 3 g protein.


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Texas pet owner dead, 'attacked by her two pit bull terriers'
A Texas woman died on Saturday after she was "attacked by her two pit bull terriers," police said.
Officers arrived at North O'Connor Road to help out the fire department, who was called to a veterinary facility about "reports of a woman in need of medical attention," Irving Police said in a news release on Facebook.
The fatal encounter took place at the O'Connor Animal Hospital, Fox 4 News reported, citing police.
Employees at the facility said 33-year-old Johana Villafane seemed to have been hurt badly after getting attacked by the pair of dogs, authorities said.
The dogs continued to act aggressively even as staff and responders tried to jump in and help Villafane, according to police.
"Due to the dogs' continued aggression, an officer discharged his duty weapon striking and killing both dogs," police said.
Villafane was taken to the hospital with life-threatening injuries but ultimately did not survive, police said.
"The initial investigation revealed the dogs had been quarantined at the vet clinic for observation due to a recent biting," the news release said. "The owner had come to the clinic to feed the dogs and was outside in an exercise area when the attack occurred."


text: .. . who told me he rearranges his furniture every six months because it is good for the brain to have to adapt to its altered surroundings. It aids in cognitive flexibility. Kinja is pretty much this same system. All the shit I learned to look for on the bottom is now on the top. My neurons are all confused and have to establish a new pattern.


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Jeremy Corbyn-backer 'Red' Len McCluskey set to be challenged by Unite official Gerard Coyne for control of the union
Coyne poised to slam 'Red Len' for 'putting the needs of the Labour leader ahead of Unite's members', sources claim
A SENIOR Unite official was poised to challenge Jeremy Corbyn-backer Len McCluskey for control of Britain's biggest union.
Midlands regional secretary Gerard Coyne was locked in meetings ahead of an announcement as early as Wednesday.
Sources claim he will slam 'Red Len' for putting the needs of the arch-leftie Labour leader ahead of Unite's own members.
It came as 'Red' Len sparked a bid to tighten his grip on Unite by triggering a snap leadership contest.
Mr McCluskey resigned but immediately said he would be standing in the general secretary election that will now have to take place in April 2017.
He had been expected to stand down when his current term of office ends in 2018 but he wants to stay in the post until at least the 2020 General Election.
In a statement he said: "I intend to submit my record to the vote of Unite members."
Unite said he the resignation would only take effect from 28 April – the date when elections for general secretary finish, and he would remain on his full £140,000 a year salary until then.
'GIVE US A REASON, THERESA'40 Pro-EU Tory MPs to defy EU result and back Labour in Commons 'ambush' over Brexit plans
TRAGIC JO'S LEGACYMurdered Labour MP Jo Cox left £46,000 to her husband Brendan - after she died without leaving a will
OBLIVION ON THE WAYLabour has NO safe seats' left and faces being crushed by Ukip and Lib Dems, party bosses fear
Outraged rivals warned this meant they could face the sack if they dared to stand against him.
Labour MPs desperate to oust Mr Corbyn see the Unite election as their last chance of doing so in the current Parliament.
They believe that if Mr McCluskey is defeated, Mr Corbyn will be far more vulnerable given the union baron's strident support for the pacifist.
Earlier this summer the Unite chief ripped into 'moderate' MPs plotting a coup – calling them "cowardly, squalid and selfish".
One Labour insider said: "Len needs to worry less about Caracas (in Venezuela) and more about Coventry."
Red Len's outright support for Mr Corbyn has upset Unite members desperate for the Government to renew the Trident nuclear system for the jobs that will come with the work.
In a statement, Len McCluskey said: "This will be an election in which Unite will be under unprecedented scrutiny particularly from our enemies."


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Letty Cruz has a favorite "hat".
If we could see an invisible hat rack in her office we'd see that this 15-year veteran of the ASELSI clinic has a heart to serve wherever she is needed. She has a laboratory technician hat, one for receptionist, another for serving in the physical therapy area, a hat for keeping up on office duties, and some retired hats that would read: interim clinic director, cook, teacher, and more. But there is one hat that she likes the best. It's the hat that would read "Ophthalmology." For those of us who don't speak medical jargon, that's the eye and glasses program.
If Letty had to choose her favorite of all the things she does, the eye program would be the one she'd choose above the others.
This program sees hundreds of patients each year. They start in the ASELSI clinic, but Letty and her team don't just stay around here. They carefully pack their glasses and supplies and travel hours out into the mountains to serve patients who have little or no access to eye care.