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The traitor to Humanity is the traitor most accursed; Man is more than Constitutions; better rot beneath the sod, Than be true to Church and State while we are doubly false to God.James Russell Lowell
A state that suppresses all freedom of speech, and which by imposing the most terrible punishments, treats each and every attempt at criticism, however morally justified, and every suggestion for improvement as plotting to high treason, is a state that breaks an unwritten law.Kurt Huber
New opinions often appear first as jokes and fancies, then as blasphemies and treason, then as questions open to discussion, and finally as established truths.George Bernard Shaw
This principle is old, but true as fate, Kings may love treason, but the traitor hate.Thomas Dekker
Treason doth never prosper: what's the reason? Why if it prosper, none dare call it treason.Sir John Harrington
The man who pauses on the paths of treason, Halts on a quicksand, the first step engulfs him.Aaron Hill
Some guard these traitors to the block of death, Treason's true bed and yielder up of breath.William Shakespeare
Everything secret degenerates, even the administration of justice; nothing is safe that does not show how it can bear discussion and publicity.Lord Acton
There is a mercy which is weakness, and even treason against the common good.George Eliot
America's state religion, is patriotism, a phenomenon which has convinced many of the citizenry that "treason" is morally worse than murder or rape.William Blum
But the technology was accessible, which suggests incompetence on the part of our counterintelligence community and the Clinton Administration, and may in fact rise to the level of treason.Charles Foster Bass
No baseness or cruelty of treason so deep or so tragic shall enter our human world, but that loyal love shall be able in due time to oppose to just that deed of treason its fitting deed of atonement.Josiah Royce
The last temptation is the greatest treason: to do the right deed for the wrong reason.T. S. Eliot
The treason of which I stand convicted loses all its guilt, has been sanctified as a duty, and will be ennobled as a sacrifice.Thomas Francis Meagher
The world, as transformed by this creative deed, is better than it would have been had all else remained the same, but had that deed of treason not been done at all.Josiah Royce
The unsuccessful strugglers against tyranny have been the chief martyrs of treason laws in all countries.Thomas Jefferson
Any appeasement of tyranny is treason to this republic and to the democratic ideal.William Allen White
The man who cannot laugh is not only fit for treasons, stratagems and spoils; but his whole life is already a treason and a stratagem.Thomas Carlyle
Ah, when to the heart of man was it ever less than a treason to go with the drift of things to yield with a grace to reason and bow and accept at the end of a love or a season.Brendan Francis
Fellowship in treason is a bad ground of confidence.Edmund Burke
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The 18 most hateable moments in Duke basketball history.
1999: The exodus of talent from Durham continues when guard William Avery leaves Duke after his sophomore season, breaking a promise to Krzyzewski to stay one more year. Coach K doesn't take it well. In an ESPN the Magazine piece, Curry Kirkpatrick writes that Krzyzewski told Avery's mother Terry Simonton, "Your son is going to fuck my program." For her part, Simonton claims that Krzyzewski "lied to us about where William would go in the draft." (Later, Simonton partly recants, saying that Coach K never cursed in front of her.)
2000: After leaving Duke, former star Corey Maggette admits to accepting thousands of dollars from summer-league coach Myron Piggie. Though such payments would presumably have made Maggette ineligible, the NCAA declines to strip Duke of its Final Four appearance. The Blue Devils, in fact, aren't punished at all. This undoubtedly confuses John Calipari.
2001: Duke's run to the national title is abetted by typically Blue Devil-friendly officiating. In the NCAA final against Arizona, the refs refuse to blow the whistle on star Duke guard Jason Williams. (By the unofficial count of the Washington Times' Tom Knott, Williams ends the night with seven fouls.) "I think in any sport there's a tendency at times to blame something that shouldn't be blamed," Krzyzewski says, taking a brief break from working the refs to pooh-pooh the zebras' ardor for the Devils.


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TORRINGTON, Connecticut | DMN — A pair of high school footballers in Connecticut have been charged with sexually assaulting a 13-year-old girl, just days after two star players in Steubenville, Ohio, were convicted of rape in a case that shook the nation. Torrington High School football players Edgar Gonzalez and Joan Toribio, both 18, are accused of felony second-degree sexual assault and other crimes in an investigation that began last month. Both have pleaded not guilty. Since the alleged abuse, the young victim, who hasn't been named, has been taunted on social media sites by dozens of classmates who are upset at the claims against the football stars.
The victim has been called a 'whore,' criticized for 'snitching' and blamed for 'ruining' the players' lives. One Twitter user wrote: 'Young girls acting like whores there's no punishment for that young boys acting like boys is a sentence.' After The Register Citizen published his tweet, the same user said on Twitter that he 'would tweet the same exact thing about what happened in Ohio, not that the girls aren't victims my point is.' Another bully tweeted: 'Even if it was all his fault, what was a 13-year-old girl doing hanging around 18 year old guys..' The tweet was re-posted 11 times and received six favorites. Details of the Connecticut allegations have been sealed from public view.
The case mirrors one in Steubenville, where two football players were convicted this week of raping a girl who was later threatened online. Four other Torrington football players were also suspended after being embroiled in a hazing scandal last fall that is still under investigation, according to the Citizen. The newspaper reports that one of the players was allowed to play even though the coach knew he was facing charges of felony robbery and assault. Torrington athletics director has insisted the incidents are isolated. Athletic Director Mike McKenna told the Citizen: 'If you think there's some wild band of athletes that are wandering around then I think you're mistaken.'
In Steubenville, head coach Reno Saccoccia may face charges for his failure to report the shocking rape by quarterback Trent Mays, 17, and wide receiver Ma'lik Richmond, 16. He allegedly told the two star players that he'd 'make it go away,' referring to the allegations, rather than telling police. Both cases have raised questions about the football culture in local high schools. A comment on the Citizen's story reads: 'The power of the football team. Be a good athlete and you can do no wrong.' The victim in the Ohio case has been viciously tormented on social media by other teens. Yesterday it emerged that two girls, aged 15 and 16, who are facing charges for allegedly issuing death threats to the girl will stay in custody pending trial to protect the victim.


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The mercy rule
Posted on July 22, 2014 by Jeff Nguyen
While I've spent the last two weeks on a road trip to the Chesapeake Bay and Smoky Mountains with my family, Israel has spent that time nobly defending itself from rocks and accuracy challenged, manually fired rockets that "lack guidance … Continue reading →
Posted in Music | Tagged Activism, Anti-war, Civil rights, Commentary, Crimes against humanity, Culture, Detroit, Gaza, Human rights, Israel, Lowkey, Political, Social Justice | 24 Comments
A trumpet over troubled waters
Posted on August 28, 2013 by Jeff Nguyen
So much to talk about, so little time. Life is crazy busy now with school back in session. While Obama whips the masses into a froth at the National Mall, the masters of war contemplate making it official in Syria. … Continue reading →
Posted in Music | Tagged Activism, Anti-war, Artist, Austerity, Christian Scott, Civil rights, Culture, Human rights, Jazz, March on Washington, Peace, Social Justice, Syria | 10 Comments
Mic check: hunglikejesus
Posted on August 18, 2013 by Jeff Nguyen
Good Morning by hunglikejesus this may enhance your reading pleasure: Morning greeted me next to her. As sunlight strikes my love I am consumed by the emotions that accompany the realization that she is indeed mine. I have succumbed to … Continue reading →
Posted in Poetry | Tagged Activism, Beauty, Civil rights, Emotion, Freedom, Human rights, Language, Love, Mic check, Poem, Social Justice, Writing | 6 Comments
A plain little thing
Posted on August 17, 2013 by Jeff Nguyen
"Your Majesty, please… I don't like to complain, But down here below, we are feeling great pain. I know, up on top you are seeing great sights, But down here at the bottom we, too, should have rights." -Dr. Seuss … Continue reading →
Posted in Education | Tagged Activism, Civil rights, Commentary, Culture, Education reform, Human rights, Humor, Poverty, Privatization, Social Justice, Teachers, Teaching, Writing | 12 Comments
For the Nguyen
Posted on August 14, 2013 by Jeff Nguyen
Things tend to get a little heavy around here so I thought that a little humor was in order to lighten things up a bit. When a friend showed me this skit I laughed harder than I have in a … Continue reading →
Posted in Humor | Tagged Activism, Civil rights, Comedy, Commentary, Culture, Education, Ethnic name, Human rights, Key & Peele, Language, Social Justice | 17 Comments
Clear creek blues
Posted on July 16, 2013 by Jeff Nguyen
Don't you muddy the waters with your high heeled words justice for just one is justice for none Now don't you know when the east winds blow there'll be a reckoning of sorts to bring us to our senses So … Continue reading →
Posted in Photography | Tagged Activism, Brokenness, Civil rights, Culture, Environment, Human rights, Peace, Photo, Poem, Poetry, Social Justice, Writing | 36 Comments
A war like people
Posted on June 27, 2013 by Jeff Nguyen
It's shaping up to be a long, hot summer. Deconstructing Myths will be taking a brief hiatus from its regularly scheduled (de)programming. I am currently traveling with my family in the Southwest and am doing my best to check in … Continue reading →
Posted in Humor | Tagged Activism, Americans, Anti-war, Civil rights, Comedy, Commentary, Culture, George Carlin, Human rights, Iraq war, Language, Satire, Social Justice | 14 Comments
They walk the line
Posted on June 13, 2013 by Jeff Nguyen
"You've got a way to keep me on your side You give me cause for love that I can't hide For you I know I'd even try to turn the tide Because you're mine, I walk the line" by Johnny … Continue reading →
Posted in Education | Tagged Activism, Austerity, Civil rights, Culture, Education reform, Human rights, Language, Public education, Public schools, Social Justice, Teachers, Teaching, Writing | 36 Comments
A weapon of mass emotion
Posted on June 5, 2013 by Jeff Nguyen
The past week has seen clashes between citizens and the police in Turkey, the start of the Bradley Manning trial in America and the overturning of the conviction of Rios Montt in Guatemala. Its important in these troubled times to … Continue reading →
Posted in Music | Tagged Activism, Blues, Bradley Manning, Civil rights, Culture, Human rights, Inspiration, Musicians, Rios Montt, Social Justice, Tedeschi Trucks Band, Turkey | 21 Comments
A wider net
Posted on June 2, 2013 by Jeff Nguyen
It's the eve of the court-martial trial of Bradley Manning in America and not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse. As has been the case from the beginning, there has been virtually no Main Street media coverage or … Continue reading →
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Carrie Schwab-Pomerantz, President, Charles Schwab Foundation, And Senior Vice President, Schwab Community Services, Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. (Photo: Business Wire)
This holiday season, Americans are wishing for a better employment picture for the United States, according to the latest quarterly pulse survey from Charles Schwab and Co., Inc. Nearly half (46 percent) of Americans wish to unwrap a lower unemployment rate for the country this holiday season, followed by a substantial decrease in the national debt (26 percent) and a better housing market (12 percent). Though a financial resolution in Europe remains unclear, only four percent of respondents want to unwrap a solution to the European debt crisis, showing that Americans' focus is primarily on economic issues at home.
Carrie Schwab-Pomerantz, President, Charles Schwab Foundation, and Senior Vice President, Schwab Community Services, Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. (Photo: Business Wire)
When it comes to a financial gift for themselves this holiday season, Americans appear torn between treating themselves now and saving for their future. Almost a quarter of Americans (22 percent) say their top wish is for money to pay for a vacation or buy something for themselves. However, almost as many (21 percent) wish to have more money for retirement. Retirement savings is especially important among households with an income of more than $100,000, with 39 percent saying additional money to put toward retirement is the gift they most want to open this season.
According to Carrie Schwab-Pomerantz, Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. senior vice president, CFP®, saving for retirement and enjoying some flexible spending now aren't mutually exclusive. "It's really about finding the right balance of spending and saving that fits your unique budget and situation," says Pomerantz. "A smart way to approach holiday spending is to crunch the numbers and avoid creating significant debt. Keep holiday spending in check relative to your long-term retirement savings goals, which should be at least around 10 percent of your annual income."
Additional findings include:
- When looking back on the past year, 36 percent of those surveyed say their employment status or that of a family member had the greatest impact on their financial decision making, and 50 percent of those ages 18 to 34 feel that way. One in five (20 percent) Americans say that the presidential election had the greatest effect on their financial decisions. Another 12 percent of people say the real estate and housing market had the greatest influence on their financial decisions in 2012.
- According to the survey, the most uncomfortable topic for Americans to discuss with their family members this season at the holiday dinner table would be the cost of healthcare expenses for aging family members (28 percent), followed by the amount of money spent on holiday gifts (14 percent) and saving or paying for college (13 percent).
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Hyperfocal Distance: Maximizing Your Depth of Field
Written by: Tiffany Joyce
In our article on Macro Photography, we discussed how shallow depth of field can be used to isolate your subject. This, however, is useless in landscape photography since you will need most, if not everything, in focus. To do this, you will need to learn how to maximize your depth of field and learn something called the hyperfocal distance.
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In any given photographic situation, you will have an area that is in sharp focus and an area that is not. By definition, your depth of field is the area that is in sharp focus. Depth of field is influenced by three things, your aperture setting, your lens' focal length and your distance from the subject. Let's look at each of the three settings to see what effect they have on how deep or shallow your depth of field is. All the values used were computed using DOF Masters' Online Depth of Field Calculator.
Let's say you are using a 50mm lens and you focus on your subject who is 20 feet away. Below is a table showing the effective depth of field using different aperture settings.
As you can see, the depth of field increases the higher the aperture value. You should take note the depth of field is always deeper behind your point of focus rather than in front of it.
Focal Length
For our focal length test, let's assume that we are using an aperture of f/4 with the subject still 20 feet away. If you are using a camera with a cropped sensor then you will need to multiply your sensor's crop factor to the focal length you are using to get the full-frame or 35mm equivalent before you start using a DOF calculator. In our case, we use a Canon 40D which has a crop factor of 1.6x. This was taken into account when the computations were made.
From the numbers we can see that the wider your lens, the deeper the depth of field. This is one of the reasons why landscape photographers prefer using wide angle lenses.
Distance From Subject
For this section, we again use a 50mm lens with an aperture of f/4. We will see how the distance between you and your subject affects your DOF.
As you can see, the farther away from the subject you are, the deeper the DOF.
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Putting It All Together
From looking at all the tables above, you can now start to visualize how you can maximize your depth of field the next time you go out shooting. You can use a small aperture opening with a wide angle lens and be at a reasonable distance from your subject.
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The next thing we will look at is the hyperfocal distance. By definition, the hyperfocal distance is the minimum distance where a lens can focus while keeping elements at infinity reasonable sharp. Simply stated, it is the distance setting that can produce the greatest depth of field. This is how you can produce photos that are sharp from front to end. To get the exact hyperfocal distance, you will need to use a depth of field calculator since it involves some math that could take long if done by hand.
Let's say, we're using a 15mm lens and to take a landscape shot with everything in focus. From the previous section, we know that we have to select a small aperture opening to maximize depth of field so we select f/11. By using a depth of field calculator with these figures, we come up with a hyperfocal distance of 38.3 ft.
What this means is that you have to set your lens to focus at 38.3 feet. When your lens is focused at the hyperfocal distance your depth of field becomes half of the hyperfocal distance to infinity. Using our example, the depth of field is from 19.15ft (38.3/2) to infinity. Everything from the distance of 19.15 ft away from you will be in focus.
If you don't have a DOF calculator to use in the field then a good rule of thumb to follow if you want everything in sharp is to focus on something that is one third into the scene using a wide angle lens with a small aperture setting. I would suggest using something between f/11 to f/16. This, of course, is just an estimate that most pros use and is only applicable to landscape shots.
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Seeing an incredible opportunity, Clauss bought a KFC franchise. He sold the chicken through the Ranch House and Hobby House, and Thomas, now Clauss' right-hand man, learned the chicken business.
In 1962, Thomas got an opportunity to prove himself. Clauss made the mistake of buying four failing KFC carry-out locations in Columbus. At his wit's end about the crumbling businesses, he made Thomas an enticing business offer: If Thomas could turn around the stores, pay off a $250,000 debt and turn a profit, Clauss would give him 40 percent of the Columbus franchises. "The Colonel warned me that the stores were almost bankrupt," says Thomas, "but I figured I had nothing to lose. I knew it would be difficult, but with four kids to support on a salary of $135 a week, I'd have been foolish not to try." Thomas studied the ailing restaurants and found a solution.
"There were too many items on the menu, many of which took a long time to prepare," he says. So he trimmed down the 100-plus items to a manageable staple of chicken and salads. To promote the restaurants, he bartered buckets of chicken for TV air time. Business turned around practically overnight. In March 1967, the $250,000 debt was paid off. He and Clauss opened a fifth location in Columbus, before selling their stores back to the parent company in 1968. Thomas was then a millionaire at the age of 35.
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My good gamer buddy's wonderful wife recruited me to help with surprise birthday party. Amongst the giant inflatable dice, mini stuffed egg hunt, I drew this on 1" graph paper.
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This reminds me of the D&D Bachelor Party I tried to make for my brother a couple of weeks ago. I don't think it went to well, but it had its moments. :)ReplyDelete
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Sex hormones affect females starting from puberty, peaking in pregnancy, and persisting up to and even after menopause. During these periods of fluctuating hormone levels many medical and dental problems may arise. Sex hormones may alter the female's periodontium (producing, for example, gingival inflammation) and reduce her resistance to dental plaque (i.e., bacteria).1 In addition, researchers have recently attempted to find a link between osteopor-osis/osteopenia and loss of bone surrounding the teeth in postmenopausal women.2
Studies have shown a possible link between oral inflammation and pregnancy complications and preterm, low-birthweight babies.3 Various biological immune markers present in the blood as a result of periodontal infection may serve as a risk factor for premature labor. This article will review factors related to women and oral health and discuss the role of the pharmacist in counseling female patients during these vulnerable life stages.
Hormones and Periodontal DiseasesAs females go through certain stages in their reproductive life cycle, alterations arise in the level of sex (steroid) hormones circulating in their bloodstream. Specifically, variations in levels of progesterone and estrogen in women may adversely affect the periodontal tissues in the mouth. Extensive research suggests a relationship between periodontal diseases, which are subclassified as gingivitis and periodontitis, and puberty, menstruation, pregnancy, oral contraceptive use, and menopause.
Gingival diseases can also be modified by systemic factors, such as sex hormones. In these cases, the elevated levels of hormones cause an exaggerated response to the dental plaque on the teeth and gums, resulting in gingival inflammation. Unique to gingival diseases associated with sex hormones is that the gingival inflammation is elicited by relatively small amounts of dental plaque.4
Estrogen and progesterone affect the entire body, including the oral tissues. The gingival tissues respond to increased levels of estrogen and progesterone by undergoing vasodilation and increased capillary permeability. Consequently, there is an increased migration of fluid and white blood cells out of blood vessels.
Also associated with increased progesterone levels are alterations in the existing microbial populations. The levels of Gram-negative anaerobic bacteria, such as Prevotella intermedia, increase as a result of the high concentration of hormones available as a nutrient for growth.5,6
Gingival diseases can also be drug induced. Phenytoin, calcium channel blockers (especially nifedipine) and cyclosporine are widely reported in the literature to cause gingival enlargement. Of particular importance due to the large number of fertile women is the fact that oral contraceptive use is also reported to cause gingival disease.7 Oral contraceptives act to mimic pregnancy; thus, all of the dramatic hormonal changes seen in pregnancy also occur in women taking oral contraceptives. Why does hormonal-induced gingivitis occur in some individuals and not others? The answer to this question is not completely understood. Most likely, individual variability in the immune response to the various irritants and stimulants is responsible.
Periodontitis: Periodontitis involves the loss of supporting bone around the tooth. While changes in hormonal levels do not directly cause this loss of bone, it may occur as a result of a generalized osteoporosis in the body.
Puberty and MenstruationPuberty, which marks the beginning of sexual maturation of an individual, involves reproductive changes. Gingival inflammation and enlargement can occur in both males and females, but it is more prevalent in females. Changes in levels of estrogen and progesterone and in gingival inflammation are transitory and will revert to normal levels in the post-circumpubertal period. Most females who are systemically healthy, with healthy gingiva, will not develop significant periodontal changes due to puberty or menstruation. However, some females who initially have gingivitis even with relatively little accumulation of dental plaque will likely develop signs of puberty- or menstrual cycle-associated gingivitis (FIGURE 1 and TABLES 1 and 2).
PregnancyPregnancy-associated gingivitis describes gingivitis that occurs during pregnancy. Clinical features of pregnancy-associated gingivitis are mainly limited to gingival changes (TABLE 3). These changes are temporary and will improve postpartum, when progesterone levels return to normal.
During pregnancy, gingivitis results from elevated serum progesterone and bacteria in plaque that affect the gingival microvasculature. Often, it is an exaggerated response to a small amount of plaque and most likely would not have developed in a nonpregnant woman. The condition does not occur in all pregnant women, but when it does, it is evident in the second or third trimester. The prevalence and severity of gingivitis may be higher in pregnant than nonpregnant women and in women with pre-existing gingivitis yet low plaque levels.8
?Accumulation of dental plaque on teeth?Pronounced inflamed gingiva?Redness of gingiva?Swelling of gingiva?Bleeding of gingiva upon stimulation?Reversible following puberty?No radiographic bone loss
Oral ContraceptivesOral contraceptives act by elevating hormonal levels to simulate pregnancy and prevent ovulation. Hence, it is expected that the same gingival changes seen during pregnancy will also be seen in women taking oral contraceptives. Gingival changes include inflammation and enlargement with increased amount of fluid flow into the tissue.9 As with pregnancy-associated gingivitis, gingival inflammation in women on oral contraceptives occurs in the presence of very little plaque. The most profound gingival changes are seen in the first few months after starting the contraceptive. If the condition worsens, a different formulation may be tried. Once the woman discontinues the contraceptive, the gingival condition will reverse.
Since the inception of oral contraceptives, the newer formulations contain lower concentrations of hormones. Unfortunately, most of the clinical studies investigating oral contraceptive use were performed in the 1960s. One more recent report suggests that because of the lower concentrations in the current oral contraceptive formulations, the inflammatory response of the gingiva to dental plaque was not affected in the study participants, so no gingival changes were found.10 More research is needed to evaluate these current formulations.
MenopauseDuring menopause there is a decrease in the levels of progesterone and estrogen circulating in the bloodstream. The most common oral manifestations of menopause are oral discomfort and bone loss due to osteoporosis.11,12 Oral discomfort has been described as pain, burning, dryness, and a bad taste in the mouth.11
At this phase of life, many women may be taking estrogen supplements, which will most likely bring hormonal levels back to normal rather than to the elevated levels reached in pregnancy and in women taking oral contraceptives. Therefore, gingival inflammation will not be a major factor in menopausal and postmenopausal women.13 Women who have good oral (gingival) health are not at increased risk for the development of periodontal disease during and after menopause.1 Estrogen supplementation may also reduce the risk of osteoporotic fractures.
OsteoporosisOsteoporosis is characterized by a loss of bone mass and density. Specifically, this disorder entails a reduction in cortical bone (outer compact bone) thickness and in the number and size of trabeculae of cancellous bone (inner bone). Osteoporosis results either from increased resorption of bone, decreased formation of bone, decreased estrogen levels, decreased calcium levels, excessive corticosteroids, hyperthyroidism or age-related changes.
Since the teeth are embedded in bone that comprises the maxilla and mandible (jaw), osteoporotic changes affect these structures.2,14 More current studies confirm previous studies finding that the systemic bone loss seen in osteopenia/osteoporosis is associated with loss of bone surrounding the teeth.15 Further investigation is needed to determine whether modification of bone mineral density will be helpful in the treatment of periodontal diseases.
Low-Birthweight BabiesSeveral risk factors are documented relating to the high incidence of preterm delivery (<37 weeks) of low-birthweight (<2,500-g) babies,16 including poor prenatal care, alcohol and drug use, and microbial infections of the genital area.
Prostaglandins are produced and released during inflammation. Specifically, prostaglandin E2 (PGE2) is involved in bone resorption and in stimulating the uterus to contract during pregnancy. Both inflammation and progesterone significantly increase the formation of prostaglandins in the gingival tissue of pregnant women. Thus, it has been postulated that women with periodontal disease who give birth to preterm, low-birthweight babies versus normal-birthweight babies have significantly increased PGE2 levels. These prostaglandins found in the serum originate in the fluid of the underlying gingival tissues and flow out into the pocket between the tooth and the gingiva.16 Additionally, four bacteria types (Porphyromonas gingivalis, Actinobacillus actinomycetemcomitans, Bacteroides forsythus, and Treponema denticola) were detected at higher levels in mothers of preterm, low-birthweight babies than in mothers who delivered normal-birthweight babies.17 Given these data, pharmacists and other healthcare professionals should stress to their patients the role of oral health in preventing pregnancy complications.
Role of the PharmacistPregnant women may come into the pharmacy requesting a medication to help with their "bleeding gums." Educating the pregnant patient regarding the etiology of gum inflammation and explaining that the gingival condition will reverse postpartum will help allay her fears of having some kind of debilitating disease. When counseling women on oral contraceptive use, the pharmacist should inform them of the possibility of gingival bleeding and enlargement and stress that these gingival changes will regress once the drug is discontinued. A patient in any stage of fluctuating hormone levels should be advised to keep meticulous oral home care, which includes brushing with a soft-bristled toothbrush and flossing. If bleeding occurs, the patient should not stop oral hygiene measures because then the inflammation would only get worse. The pharmacist should also emphasize the importance of regular visits to the dentist/periodontist to monitor periodontal status and to have plaque professionally removed.18
ConclusionThroughout the reproductive life cycle of women, fluctuating levels of sex hormones may have direct and indirect effects on oral health, in the form of inflammation, gingivitis, periodontitis, and altered populations of microorganisms. Pregnancy is a particularly vulnerable time, and poor oral health may even be correlated with low-birthweight babies. Since there are many times in which women will visit a pharmacist for dental-related diseases, pharmacists are in a prime position to counsel women on the effects of hormones on oral health, to reassure patients of the often transitory nature of these effects, and to advise patients how to maintain good home oral care.
1. Amar S, Chung KM. Influence of hormonal variation on the periodontium in women. Periodontology 2000. 1994;6:79-87.
2. Jeffcoat MK. Osteoporosis: a possible modifying factor in oral bone loss. Ann Periodontol 1998;3:312-321.
3. Davenport ES, Williams CECS, et al. The East London study of maternal chronic periodontal disease and preterm low-birthweight infants: study design and prevalence data. Ann Periodontol 1998;3:213-221.
4. Mariotti A. Dental plaque-induced gingival diseases. Ann Periodontol 1999;4:7-17.
5. Kornman KS, Loesche WJ. Effects of estradiol and progesterone on Bacteroides melaninogenicus. J Dent Res 1979;58A:107.
6. Wojcicki CJ, Harper DS, Robinson PJ. Difference in periodontal disease-associated microorganisms of subgingival plaque in prepubertal, pubertal, and postpubertal children. J Periodontol 1987;58:219-223.
7. Knight GM, Wade B. The effects of hormonal contraceptives on the human periodontium. J Periodontol Res 1974;9:18-22.
8. L? H, Silness J. Periodontal disease in pregnancy I: prevalence and severity. Acta Odontol Scand 1963;21:533-551.
9. El-Ashiry GM, El-Kafrawy AH, et al. Effects of oral contraceptives on the gingiva. J Periodontol 1971;42:273-275.
10. Preshaw PM, Knutsen MA, Mariotti A. Experimental gingivitis in women using oral contraceptives. J Dent Res 2001;80:2011-2015.
11. Zachariasen R. Oral manifestations of menopause. Compend Contin Educ Dent 1993;14:1584,1586-1591.
12. Frutos R, Rodriguez S, Machuca G, Miralles-Jorda L. Oral manifestations and dental treatment in menopause. Med Oral 2002;7(1):26-35.
13. Norderyd O, Grossi S, et al. Periodontal status of women taking postmenopausal estrogen S97 supplementation. J Periodontol 1993; 64:957-962.
14. Bando K, Nitta H, et al. Bone mineral density in periodontally healthy and edentulous postmenopausal women. Ann Periodontol 1998;3:322-326.
15. Tezal M, Wactawski-Wende J, et al. The relationship between bone mineral density and periodontitis in postmenopausal women. J Periodontol 2000;71:1492-1498.
16. World Health Organization, Expert Committee on Maternal and Child Health. Public Health Aspect of Low Birthweight. WHO Technical Report Series 1950(27). Geneva, Switzerland.
17. Offenbacher S, Jared HL, et al. Potential pathogenic mechanisms of periodontitis-associated pregnancy complications. Ann Periodontol 1998;3:233-250.
18. Mealy BL. Periodontal implications: medically compromised patients. Ann Periodontol 1996;1:256-321.
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Posted: September 7, 2011
Deep Sea Spa-ing: More and more aquatic treatments, such as hammam rituals, Vichy showers and Watsu are booming trends.
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3. Cupping/Gua Sha
Cupping uses suction on the skin's surface to "suck" stagnant blood from deep beneath the surface, and Gua Sha "scrapes" the skin to mobilize blood flow in a similar fashion. Both alternative therapies provide extreme pain and tension relief, especially on the back. These therapies are becoming more and more mainstream, despite the temporary bruising it causes, as new consumers experience their drastic benefits.
Exclusive marketing advice from Spa Week to SkinInc.com:When people see an image of cupping or Gua Sha for the first time, their initial reaction is usually to wince. Although these treatments may look painful, they are actually world-renowned for offering extreme pain-relief. Get your clients familiar with the procedures of cupping or Gua Sha by videotaping a treatment and sharing it on your Facebook page (or, share Spa Week's video on your Facebook page). Start a dialogue with your clients about the benefits of these two ancient Chinese services. Don't forget to e-mail your clients with a link to your Facebook post so everyone can check out the video!
4. Acupressure
Acupressure employs the concept of acupuncture, only rather than needles, it uses physical pressure of hands, elbows and other devices. Practitioners target specific points along the body's energy pathways, or "meridians," to encourage healing and balance in the individual. Acupressure can provide relief from allergies, chronic arthritis pain and migraines; so pain- sufferers can reap the benefits of this ancient Chinese medicine without fear of being poked.
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Dáil Éireann - Volume 434 - 12 October, 1993
Adjournment Debate. - County Galway Road Classification.
An Ceann Comhairle Seán Treacy
[848] An Ceann Comhairle: Deputy Paul Connaughton gave me notice of his intention to raise the matter of the question of upgrading the status of the N63 road in County Galway from Laghtgeorge junction to Roscommon. The Deputy has five minutes to present his case and the Minister or Minister of State has five minutes to reply.
Mr. Connaughton Mr. Connaughton
Mr. Connaughton: I should like to share my time with Deputy Michael Kitt if that is agreed?
An Ceann Comhairle Seán Treacy
An Ceann Comhairle: I am sure that is satisfactory and agreed.
Mr. Connaughton Mr. Connaughton
Mr. Connaughton: I wish to speak this evening about the anxieties and frustrations felt by several small communities who live along the N63 route in Counties Galway, Roscommon and Longford. The N63 originates at Laghtgeorge about ten miles north of Galway city and continues through Turloughmore, Knockmoy Abbey, Moylough, Mount Bellew, Newbridge, Ballygar, Athleague, Roscommon, Lanesboro and into Longford — a total distance of about 60 miles.
This national primary road is a disgrace for the thousands of people who have to use it every day of their lives. It is also a very important road in that it connects Galway city with Roscommon and Longford — all very busy commercial towns. The volume of traffic is increasing at a dramatic rate but the structural condition is deteriorating at an even greater pace. Cyclists and school children are taking their lives in their hands on this crooked, hilly and dangerous road. In order to highlight the dangers and the lack of action on this route many of the town development associations and other groups in the small towns and villages have co-ordinated their efforts recently to try to obtain funding to get a meaningful start on the road. The preferred choice of the local groups is to get the N63 [849] road upgraded in status from a national secondary to a national primary road. Taking into account the level of traffic and the important routes serviced by the N63, a very good case can be made for such a proposal. However, these groups will be shattered this evening with the news that the much publicised National Development Plan has actually earmarked certain EC funds for some national secondary routes, which, I understand, is the first time this has happened. The following is an extract from the National Development Plan 1994-1999, Chapter 9, page 100:
National secondary routes are also part of the strategic road network, accounting for 2.8% of the total road mileage and 11% of traffic. They perform an important economic function as medium-distance through-routes connecting important towns, serving medium-sized to large geographical areas and providing links to the national primary routes... There will also be investment in a number of other routes of very significant importance such as the N70 (Ring of Kerry), N56 to Killybegs, N71 (Cork-Killarney), N59 (Galway-Clifden), N61 (Athlone-Boyle) and the N76 (Kilkenny-Clonmel). Investment of £115 million is planned for the period 1994 to 1999.
Why leave out the N63? Given that funding has been obtained for the secondary routes, why has the N63 been omitted? I consider it an insult to every family from Laghtgeorge to Longford. It is a shameless decision and I do not know who is behind it. I would like the Minister to answer the charge by the thousands of people who use that road every day. They will be extremely disappointed that it is not included for upgrading. Do we take it that there will be no EC funding for the next five years?
Mr. M. Kitt Mr. M. Kitt
Mr. M. Kitt: I thank Deputy Connaughton for sharing his time with me. I am glad of the opportunity to say a few words in support of the upgrading of the N63 road. I should like to convey to the Minister of State that this is the main [850] Galway, Roscommon, Longford road and it is a very busy route. I spoke at a public meeting on 14 June 1993 at which a gentleman said he surveyed traffic passing his house and found that 311 cars passed in a half hour one afternoon. That gives an indication of how busy this road is. I am aware that all the communities along that stretch of road wish to have it upgraded. Over the years they have seen that most of the money is spent on the national primary routes and the required amount is not spent on the national secondary roads. For example, in 1992 Galway County Council received a total road grant of £8.847 million but only £500,000 was allocated to the national secondary roads. It is time this road, which is very busy, was given the higher status. I would like if the Minister's officials would investigate the very bad stretches along the N63 route. The Minister is coming to Galway on 29 October. I would be glad if he would drive on that stretch of road and hopefully meet with some of the communities who wish to have it upgraded. People along this route, particularly in Moylough and Brierfield, prefer to go into the town of Tuam and take the primary route into Galway rather than travel on this very dangerous road. There is also a problem with flooding which makes it dangerous and the whole structure is bad.
In conclusion, I understand from the National Development Plan that £1,250 million is to be spent on the main national road network, which includes primary and secondary routes. We are told in the plan that these routes carry a quarter of all road traffic. I hope some of those funds can be spent and that a start can be made immediately on the N63. The preferred option is to have the road upgraded to national primary status.
Minister of State at the Department of the Environment (Mr. Browne, Wexford) Minister of State at the Department of the Environment (Mr. Browne, Wexford)
Minister of State at the Department of the Environment (Mr. Browne, Wexford): I thank Deputies Connaughton and Kitt for raising the matter.
The Minister is at present reviewing the national road classifications following the recent enactment of the Roads Act, 1993. The review will be completed [851] before responsibility for these roads is transferred to the National Roads Authority from 1 January next.
I have to say, however, that I do not anticipate any major changes arising from this review, for two main reasons. Firstly, the existing network is more than adequate for our present and future traffic needs and was decided upon after a lengthy consideration and consultation with local authorities. Secondly, additions to the network only serve to dilute the funds available for the national primary network by spreading the same level of finance over a longer mileage of roads. I also have to say that reclassification of a national secondary road to national primary status does not in itself guarantee extra funding since expenditure priorities have to be determined on the basis of established need.
My Department has looked again at the N63 and has concluded that it does not meet the criteria for reclassification to national primary status. The N63 Galway/Roscommon/Longford road is a typical national secondary road, linking a number of urban centres and forming an extension to the national primary road network. This road carries relatively light levels of traffic and even if it were reclassified it would simply join the bottom of a long queue of national primary roads which require investment.
As a national secondary road the N63 is fully funded by my Department. Over the last two years more than £750,000 has been invested in it between Longford town and Galway and I hope to continue the improvement of this road in the coming years. This investment will, however, be targeted in the areas of greatest need, eliminating deficiencies in the most heavily trafficked sections of the road.
The National Development Plan, which was launched yesterday, acknowledges the significant development needs of the national secondary road network amounting to £370 million. In recognition of this need it is planned to provide a total investment of £115 million in the network in the period 1994-99. This is [852] almost double the actual expenditure on national secondary roads under the current programme.
I would say to Deputies Kitt and Connaughton that if they make representations to the Minister, who is a very reasonable man, I am sure he will be only too glad to inspect the roadway when he is in Galway.
Mr. Connaughton Mr. Connaughton
Mr. Connaughton: It is a pity the Minister of State is not coming down.
Dáil Éireann 434 Adjournment Debate. County Galway Road Classification.
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The first fax machine was invented by a brilliant Scottish clockmaker named Alexander Bain who sent the world's first picture-by-wire using analog telegraph technology in 1842. The Bain system used a chemically-treated roll of paper whose color would change to blue wherever electricity was passed through it. Timed by a pendulum, a stylus would move over an advancing roll of this paper, passing the telegraph's electric signal through the paper as it went, thereby drawing out the dots and dashes of the signal. After gaining some wider attention, this invention incurred the wrath of Samuel Morse, who made the borderline claim that it infringed on his famous patent. Morse managed to block the progress of Bain's invention with a legal injunction.
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DIY: Designing Centerpieces to Match Your Party
If you haven't heard of the Blumebox, it's this really neat shaped cardboard box that is absolutely perfect for creating floral centerpieces. But what I think I like most about Blumeboxes is how versatile and reusable they are. I have even used them with a plate on top as a cake stand. I like to get a lot of use out of my party props—my closets (and garage!) are already overflowing with party goods, so having pieces that work hard for me is important.
The Blumebox is a great workhorse. Ribbon and a detail circle are one common way to dress up these boxes, but when I really want to match my party, I use this easy trick to make the boxes match seamlessly. All you need is a few sheets of scrapbook paper!
Materials Needed: Blumebox, Scrapbook paper, Scissors, Double-sided tape
Step 1. Trace around the Blumebox on the reverse side of your scrapbook paper.
Step 2. Cut out your shape.
Step 3. Use the double-sided tape to adhere the paper to the side of the Blumebox.
Step 4. Repeat until you have as many sides of the boxes covered as you want! (I did two here in the photos.)
You can also put your detail just at the top of the box like the Blumebox on the right in the picture above. Trace only the top portion of the box in this case!
Thank you to Buds, Etc. for the lovely floral arrangements!
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10 years after introducing 43 Things to the world, we have decided we have met our last goal: completing the incredible experience that has been 43 Things. Please join us in giving one last cheer to all the folks who have shared their goals with the world, as well as all the people who have worked at The Robot Co-op to build this incredible website. We won a Webby Award, published a book, and brought happiness to a lot of people.
Starting today, 43 Things users can export their goals and entries from the site. Starting August 15, we will make the site "read only". 43 Things users will still be able to view the site and export their content, but we won't be taking any new content from users. We hope to leave the site up for folks to see and download their content until the end of the year. Ending on New Year's Eve takes us full circle.
It has been a long ride (one of our original goals was to "build a company that lasts at least 2 years" - we beat that one!) While we wish the site could live on, it has suffered from a number of challenges - changes in how people use the site, the advertising industry, and how search engines view the site. We wish the outcome was different – but we've always been realistic about when our goals are met and when they aren't.
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How I did it: it wasn't that hard... i just didn't bite them. i chewed lots of gum and painted my nails a lot to make them pretty so i wouldn't forget and start again. Read how I did it… 6 years ago
I have been biting my nails since i was 5, im now 21 and still doing it, i have tried to quit so many times and have failed miserably! i would manage to grow them for a few weeks then because i have been biting them for so long they would break or i would bite at a hang nail and tada! it starts again.This time i AM going to do it! i want nice nails! 7 years ago
I had really quite nice growing nails..
until.. I either caught them on something and caused them to break so they had to be bitten off.. or I just bit them off.. so now I have like one nail that is a bit long. So.. I'm sucking at this! But.. now I have to wait until they grow again! :( 7 years ago
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Even when I do stop biting my nails, I don't think they will look as nice as I want them to. :(
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I've bought some white cotton gloves, which I'm wearing now while I work, so I can't bite my nails as I can't get at them. It does look a bit strange, like I'm a mime artist or something!! 8 years ago
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I have been working on the "stop biting my cuticles" for a while, although I suck at it. Isn't that a bit silly? Saying I suck at that goal. Anyway, I do. I don't really bit my nails, although when they are a little broken I rip them off with my teeth. In order to make good on this goal, I am going to keep clear nailpolish on every day. I have two or three coats right now, but it starts to pick, so I will have to take it off soon. 8 years ago


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|What's so difficult about writing some mob stuff into the show? I think that's why most people starting watching The Sopranos in the first place. Now, instead of Paulie, Silvio, Feech, Johnny Sac, etc. we get the school counselor, the Korean guy, the old lady and Tim Daly from Wings. In two weeks, we were introduced to four characters that will probably never be seen again. What's the point? It seems like the writers are stretching to fill time because they have run out of ideas and that's sad to see because in the past the show never suffered from that problem. Maybe they should bring in some new blood.
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Arraignment halted for man accused in girl's death
GADSDEN, Ala. (AP) — The arraignment for a man accused in the death of his 20-month-old daughter has been postponed until he undergoes a psychiatric evaluation.
The Gadsden Times reported Friday (http://bit.ly/1bylITX ) that a judge ordered Stephon Lindsay to undergo a psychiatric evaluation April 11. Alabama Department of Mental Health Commissioner Jim Reddoch says he's unsure of how long it will take for that to be completed.
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On February 20 1999, Jean-Pierre Haigneré was the first non-Russian to be launched as Soyuz on-board engineer to the Russian MIR Space Station on a mission called Perseus.
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Nintendo is to debut its next home console at this year's Electronic Entertainment Expo, the company has confirmed.
News also confirms that Nintendo will launch this platform at some time in 2012.
Announcing the news via Press Release, Nintendo Japan has stated that the company will be showing off a playable model of its new system.
Here's part of the press release which states, "We will show a playable model of the new system and announce more specifications at the E3 Expo, which will be held June 7-9, 2011, in Los Angeles."
Nintendo would not comment on what features the new system would have but company president Satoru Iwata said, "As for the details of exactly what it will be, we have decided that it is best to let people experience it for themselves at E3. So I won't talk about specific details today, but it will offer a new way of playing games within the home."
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