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Jan. 23 Webinar Launches SAMHSA's YMSM/LGBT Center
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) is hosting a webinar on January 23, 2:00 to 3:00 p.m. ET, to kick off its new Center of Excellence (CoE) on Behavioral Health for Racial/Ethnic Minority Young Men Who Have Sex with Men (YMSM) and other Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender (LGBT) populations (YMSM+LGBT CoE). The Center is part of the SAMHSA Addiction Technology Transfer Center network. Register online for the free event.
LGBT individuals are at higher risk of alcohol and other drug abuse. Top Health Issues for LGBT Populations and Information Resource Kit, from SAMHSA, presents scientific findings on specific health issues facing LGBT populations. The kit contains information on LGBT terminology and gender identity, a guide to web-based resources, and a PowerPoint presentation that can be used to explain LGBT health issues to a variety of audiences.
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Intervening During Middle School Reduces Young Adult Problem Drinking
A study of alcohol preventive interventions implemented during early adolescence found that such programs can potentially lower rates of alcohol use and related problems into young adulthood. In this study, the participants were ages 10–14. One group of participants engaged in the Strengthening Families Program: For Parents and Youth, which focused on reducing youth substance misuse and improving parental skills. This group also received LifeSkills Training to promote skills and knowledge to avoid substance misuse. The second group of participants received LifeSkills Training only. A third control group did not participate in the program or the training. The students and their families from rural Iowa participated in the study during the fall and spring of the 7th grade and again every fall of the 8th through 12th grade. This study is published in the December 2014 issue of the Journal of Consulting and Clinical Psychology. The National Institute on Drug Abuse supported this research.
More information about the Strengthening Families Program, LifeSkills Training, and other interventions is available through the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration's National Registry of Evidence-based Programs and Practices.
Communities That Care System Helps Prevent Substance Abuse
A recent study tested the effects of Communities That Care (CTC), a community-based system to prevent adolescent problem behaviors. Approximately 4,400 public school students from 24 small towns in seven states participated in the study and completed surveys, as they went from the 5th to the 12th grade. The students were randomly assigned to either the CTC intervention group or a group that did not receive the intervention. The study found that when students reached the spring of their 12th-grade year, students who received the CTC intervention were 30 percent more likely to have never used any substance, including alcohol, over the last 8 years, compared with students who did not receive the CTC intervention.
A summary of the study can be found on the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) website's NIDA Notes. NIDA supported this research.
NIDA Seeks Event Hosts for National Drug Facts Week: Jan. 26–Feb. 1
The National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) invites local organizations to participate in the fifth annual National Drug Facts Week (NDFW), a health observance that provides teens with an opportunity to learn the facts about drugs and addiction from scientists and other experts. NDFW will take place from January 26 through February 1, 2015.
Plan Your Event—Five Steps to Hosting an NDFW Event outlines the basics of holding a successful event. NIDA staff is available to help event hosts order science-based materials to complement their event, brainstorm activity ideas, and partner with other organizations. For national recognition, organizations can enter their events in NIDA's interactive online map. During past observances, events have been held by a variety of organizations, including middle and high schools, local nonprofits, state and local health departments, faith-based organizations, and afterschool clubs.
CDC Hosts Teleconference on Alcohol Poisoning: Jan. 13, 2-3 p.m. ET
Join Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) subject-matter experts and other public health professionals on Tuesday, January 13, from 2:00 to 3:00 p.m. ET for a town hall teleconference on Alcohol Poisoning Deaths: A Deadly Consequence of Binge Drinking. According to the CDC, about 2,200 individuals die from alcohol poisoning in the United States each year. To participate in the teleconference, call 1-800-857-0764, passcode 7954413. The CDC Office for State, Tribal, Local and Territorial Support is hosting this event.
Hold a National Drug Facts Week Event: January 26–February 1
The National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) is inviting local organizations to participate in the 5th annual National Drug Facts Week, a weeklong health observance that provides teens with an opportunity to learn the facts about drugs and addiction from scientists and other experts. National Drug Facts Week will take place during the week of January 26–February 1, 2015.
Plan Your Event—Five Steps to Hosting outlines the basics of hosting a successful event. NIDA staff is available to help event hosts order science-based materials to complement their event, brainstorm activity ideas, and partner with other organizations. For national recognition, organizations can enter their events in NIDA's interactive online map. Past events have been held by a variety of organizations, including middle and high schools, local nonprofits, state and local health departments, faith-based organizations, and after-school clubs.
Registration Now Open for NIDA's Annual Drug Fact Chat Day
On January 30, 2015, the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) will host its annual Drug Facts Chat Day. During this live, online chat, high school students can ask scientists from the National Institutes of Health about the effects of alcohol and other drugs, addiction, and how to help friends or family address issues related to substance use. Drug Facts Chat Day, part of National Drug Facts Week, can be viewed live.
To register for Drug Facts Chat Day, visit www.nidachat.org/register.aspx. Space is limited to 100 classrooms, so be sure to register early!
Some Mental Health Issues Increase Adolescent Risk of Alcohol Use
A new study explored the link between the conditions of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and conduct disorder (CD) and the use of tobacco and alcohol among young adolescents. The study included 2,517 youth ages 12–15 years old, using a representative sample of the U.S. population from the 2000–2004 National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey.
ADHD and CD diagnoses and symptoms are linked to a higher risk for alcohol use among young adolescents. Among study participants, adolescents with ADHD and CD were three to five times more likely to use alcohol, and to have started alcohol use at a younger age, than adolescents who did not have ADHD and CD.
This study is published in the December 2014 issue of Drug and Alcohol Dependence. The National Institutes of Health supported this research.
Brief Motivational Intervention Reduces Alcohol Use by College Freshmen
Heavy drinking among first-year college students can lead to range of problems including illness, high-risk behaviors, arrests, and mortality. This new study compared the effectiveness of a brief motivational intervention (MI) between two groups of freshman college students. The first group of heavy-drinking students was required to participate in the MI, while the second group volunteered. The MI was conducted by an advanced practice nurse.
A total of 900 students participated in the study, with 190 freshmen required to participate and 710 volunteers, to compare the students' readiness to change their drinking behaviors. Across both groups, alcohol use and consequences went down during the 12 months of the study. These findings highlight the importance of MI, conducted by advance practice nurses, as an intervention with college students.
The study is published online in the November 2014 issue of Nursing Outlook. The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration supported this research.
NIDA Invites Public Input on Strategic Plan for 2016–2020
The National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) is revitalizing its Strategic Plan for 2016–2020, which NIDA will use as a guiding framework for supporting new research during the next 5 years. Since the current NIDA Strategic Plan was published in 2010, many major advances have been made in the science of drug abuse and addiction. An updated strategic plan will allow NIDA to harness the latest research technologies and apply them to the ever-changing substance abuse landscape.
NIDA seeks input on research priorities from researchers in academia and industry, health care professionals, patient advocates and advocacy organizations, scientific or professional organizations, federal agencies, and other interested members of the public. To provide input, please send an e-mail to email@example.com by January 30, 2015.
NHTSA's Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over Campaign Underway
State highway officials are warning drivers to stay off the roads if they've been drinking this holiday season. More than 800 people in the United States die in drunk-driving crashes each December, making this month a risky time to be on the road. Teens are especially at risk for alcohol-related crashes, even though they are younger than the minimum legal drinking age in all states. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), 28 percent of 15- to 20-year-old drivers involved in fatal crashes in 2012 had been drinking.
NHTSA's annual Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over campaign, held from December 12 through January 1, seeks to remind people of the dangers of drinking and driving, reduce the number of fatal crashes, and create safer roads.
NHTSA Buzzed Driving Twitter Chat: Dec. 30, 3:00 p.m.
Every 52 minutes in America, someone dies in an alcohol-related driving crash. For every preventable death—10,076 in 2013 alone—exponentially more lives are forever changed by the loss of a parent, child, friend, or loved one. On December 30, from 3:00 to 4:00 p.m. ET, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) will hold a Buzzed Driving is Drunk Driving Twitter Chat during which participants can question experts, spread the word to followers, and encourage others to take the pledge not to drive while buzzed. Use hashtag #buzzedriving to join in the conversation; mention @NHTSAGov in a tweeted question or comment and NHTSA will try to respond. NHTSA also is offering videos, banners, and other tools to help spread this lifesaving message.
According to NHTSA, teens are at far greater risk of death in an alcohol-related crash than the overall population, even though they are below the minimum legal drinking age in every state. Among 16- to 20-year-old drivers involved in fatal crashes in 2012, nearly one out of five has a blood alcohol content of .08 percent or higher.
Motivational Interviewing in Groups May Help Adolescents Change Alcohol Use
Group motivational interviewing (MI) is an intervention that uses group-level talk about change as a way to reduce alcohol and drug use. A new study, "Group Motivational Interviewing for Adolescents: Change Talk and Alcohol and Marijuana Outcomes," explored the effectiveness of this type of MI by analyzing 129 audio recordings from MI sessions with 110 youth.
Mixed-Sex Friendships and Alcohol Use During Adolescence
This study, "Emergence of Mixed-Sex Friendship Groups During Adolescence: Developmental Associations With Substance Use and Delinquency," looked at mixed-sex friendships in early adolescence and patterns of alcohol use, cigarette use, and delinquency.
Guided Self-Change Intervention Reduces Drug Use and Aggression
Adolescent alcohol and other drug use is strongly related to interpersonal aggression. A study, "A Randomized Controlled Trial of Guided Self-Change With Minority Adolescents," explored the efficacy of guided self-change (GSC) for drug use and aggression among minority youth. GSC is an intervention that combines brief motivational interventions and cognitive behavioral therapies.
Gender, Depression Affect Alcohol Abuse Intervention Outcomes
Brief motivational interventions (BMIs) have successfully reduced problematic drinking among some, but not all, college students. A study, "Gender and Depression Moderate Response to Brief Motivational Intervention for Alcohol Misuse Among College Students," explored factors that may influence the usefulness of BMIs in reducing drinking among college students. In the study, 330 heavy drinking students were assigned randomly to a BMI and to a control group, with 165 students in each grouping. The findings were compared by gender and depression (low vs. high).
SAMHSA Releases Report of Accomplishments From 2011 to 2014
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) has released Leading Change: A Plan for SAMHSA's Roles and Actions 2011–2014: Accomplishments Report. This publication summarizes agency progress in achieving the behavioral health goals it set for itself for this 3-year period. SAMHSA's Strategic Initiative 1 is the prevention of substance abuse and mental illness. Various efforts, such as its "Talk. They Hear You." national media campaign and 2012 and 2014 Town Hall Meetings to prevent underage drinking, enabled SAMHSA to meet the measure of reducing the percentage of young people ages 12 to 20 reporting past 30-day substance abuse, including alcohol use.
To learn about SAMHSA's behavioral health goals and objectives for the next 3 years, download Leading Change 2.0: Advancing the Behavioral Health of the Nation 2015–2018.
NIDA Releases 2014 Monitoring the Future Survey Results
On December 16, 2014, the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) released findings from the 2014 Monitoring the Future survey. The report captures results about alcohol and other drug use and attitudes among 8th, 10th, and 12th graders in the United States.
Results from this year's survey indicate continuing decreases among all grades in current and binge drinking as well as in heavy drinking by 12th graders. According to Lloyd Johnston, the study's principal investigator, 41 percent of teens reported any alcohol use, which is a nearly a full third less than the peak rate of 61 percent reporting alcohol use in 1997. Possible factors contributing to the decreases are an increase in peer disapproval of binge drinking and a decrease in the percentage of youth who report that alcohol is easy to obtain.
Visit the NIDA Monitoring the Future website for additional findings for this year and in comparison to prior years' results.
Using Computer Technology To Reduce and Prevent College Drinking
A new book chapter, "The Use of Computer Technology To Reduce and Prevent College Drinking," highlights the success of an online program provided to all college students at the University of Tennessee. The program assessed students' alcohol use and offered a brief intervention to students at highest risk for unsafe alcohol behaviors or increased alcohol use during their first year of college. In the 3 years that the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration funded program implementation, more than 54,000 students participated. Over the course of the program, on-campus binge drinking dropped 27 percent, and frequent binge drinking dropped 44 percent. The number of liquor law violations issued to 18- to 20-year-olds decreased from 542 to 158. According to the authors, this effort showed that computer technology can improve students' thoughts and behaviors about alcohol use and binge drinking. In addition, a computer-based program can be low cost, comprehensive, and easy to deliver.
NIDA Hosts Dec. 16 Teleconference on 2014 Monitoring the Future Results
Join the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) on Tuesday, December 16, 2014, at 11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. for a teleconference to discuss the 2014 Monitoring the Future (MTF) survey results. This annual survey looks at use and attitudes about marijuana, prescription medications, alcohol, and tobacco among 8th-, 10th-, and 12th-grade students. For the first time, MTF will also include data on the use of e-cigarettes among these ages.
Speakers will include Dr. Nora Volkow, NIDA Director; Michael Botticelli, Acting Director, Office of National Drug Control Policy; Dr. Lloyd D. Johnston, principal investigator, Institute for Social Research, University of Michigan; and Dr. Richard A. Miech, research professor, Institute for Social Research, University of Michigan.
To join the teleconference, please call 1 (888) 324–3620, participant passcode: 4802426.
Materials for the teleconference will be posted online on December 16, 2014.
Limited Law Enforcement Efforts Target Adults Providing Alcohol to Youth
The study "Targeting Adults Who Provide Alcohol to Underage Youth: Results from a National Survey of Local Law Enforcement Agencies" looked at efforts by local law enforcement agencies to focus on adults who provide alcohol to underage youth. Adults over age 21, such as older friends, strangers, parents, and siblings, are a major source of alcohol for underage drinkers. The study found that less than half of all local law enforcement agencies conduct activities to target adults who provide alcohol to underage youth. Those agencies that do target adult providers are more likely to have a full-time officer for alcohol enforcement, a division for alcohol enforcement, social host laws, and the belief that underage drinking is very common. This study is published in the December 2014 issue of the Journal of Community Health. The National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism supported this research.
Corporate Sponsorships Attract Young People
The study "Vested Interests in Addiction Research and Policy. Alcohol Brand Sponsorship of Events, Organizations and Causes in the United States, 2010–2013" looked at the alcohol industry's use of corporate sponsorship as a marketing strategy to reach underage drinkers. During a 3-year period, the study looked at events sponsored by the top 75 brands of alcohol among underage drinkers in the United States. The most popular brands among youth had a higher number of sponsorships and connected their brands with key parts of American culture that appeal to young people, such as sports, music, the arts, entertainment, and drinking. Less popular brands among underage drinkers were much less likely to associate with these aspects of American culture. Sponsorships by alcohol brands are a marketing strategy that creates strong connections between a specific brand and key aspects of American culture. This study is published in the December 2014 issue of Addiction. The National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism supported this research.
SAMHSA's Holiday Season Twitter Chat on Underage Drinking Prevention
Please join Frances M. Harding, Director, Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration's Center for Substance Abuse Prevention, on Monday, December 15, from 1–2 p.m. ET, for a Twitter chat on underage drinking prevention (#NotBefore21). The discussion will include reasons why young people are more likely to start drinking during the holidays and steps that parents and other caring adults can take now and throughout the year to reduce the risk that adolescents and young adults might use alcohol. Follow @samhsagov for updates.
SAMHSA Newsletter Celebrates Prevention and Recovery Among Native Americans
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) has posted the fall 2014 Prevention & Recovery newsletter on its Tribal Law and Order Act Implementation web page. The theme for this issue is Celebrating Recovery in American Indian and Alaska Native Communities. Prevention & Recovery is a quarterly multiagency publication highlighting prevention practices and success stories in Indian Country. It is designed to provide tools, resources, and information to prevent and address issues of alcohol and drug use disorders in tribal communities. Please download the newsletter, and share it with your colleagues and other stakeholders.
SAMHSA Is Seeking Tomorrow's Behavioral Health Leaders
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration's (SAMHSA) Project LIFT (Leadership Initiatives for Tomorrow) is seeking people ages 30 and younger to apply for its free behavioral health leadership development program. Applicants should be working in this field and be interested in enhancing their leadership competencies, understanding the Affordable Care Act, and helping to strengthen the behavioral health workforce. More information and an application form are available online. Applications are due by January 12, 2015.
December Is National Impaired Driving Prevention Month
December is National Impaired Driving Prevention Month, which is designed to remind people of the dangers of driving while drunk, drugged, or distracted, especially during the hectic holiday season. In his proclamation for the 2014 observance, President Barack Obama stated "All Americans deserve to live long and full lives, and every child should have the chance to seize his or her future. But throughout our Nation, too many lives are tragically cut short in traffic crashes involving drunk, drugged, or distracted driving.... This month, and especially during the holiday season, we dedicate ourselves to driving safely and responsibly, and to promoting these behaviors among our family and friends."
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 10,322 people died in 2012 in crashes involving a driver with a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of 0.08 or higher—or 31 percent of total traffic fatalities for the year. Of the impaired drivers with BAC of 0.08 or higher, 758 were between the ages of 16 and 20.
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration's 2013 National Survey on Drug Use and Health reported that an estimated 3.8 percent of 16- or 17-year-olds and 10.8 percent of 18- to 20-year-olds reported driving under the influence of alcohol in the past year.
Collegiate Depression and Binge Drinking Challenge Interventions
Although college is a time of increased risk for problematic alcohol use and depressed mood, few interventions for students with co-occurring problems are available. With a grant from the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism, scientists evaluated a web-based personalized intervention for students who reported binge drinking and depression. Participants were randomized to one of four conditions (alcohol only, depressed mood only, integrated, and referral-only control). After the intervention, students in the alcohol-only group who had lower levels of depressed mood or alcohol-related problems at baseline showed greater reductions in alcohol-related problems. The study, "Brief Web-Based Intervention for College Students With Comorbid Risky Alcohol Use and Depressed Mood: Does It Work and for Whom?," is published in the March 2015 issue of Addictive Behaviors.
NIAAA Releases New Resource on Alcohol Abuse Treatment Options
Treatment for Alcohol Problems: Finding and Getting Help, a new resource from the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA), covers the latest research-based treatments and the factors to consider when choosing among them. The booklet provides detailed descriptions of the two types of professionally led treatments shown to benefit people with alcohol use disorders: (1) established behavioral treatments that focus on changing drinking behaviors and (2) medications, which are often coupled with behavioral treatment. It also includes information about mutual support groups, such as Alcoholics Anonymous.
Veterans Day Is November 11: Support Military Behavioral Health
November 11 is Veterans Day, a day to honor the service, sacrifice, and achievements of an estimated 23.4 million veterans in the United States. This also is a day to remember that the stresses of deployment and return from active duty can lead to higher levels of alcohol use among men and women in military service. Almost half of active duty service members reported binge drinking in 2008. Young adult veterans are particularly likely to have substance use or other mental health problems. Learn how to support the behavioral health of veterans by reviewing the 2012 report prepared for the U.S. Department of Defense by the Institute of Medicine. This report includes recommendations on addressing substance use in the military, such as increasing the use of evidence-based prevention and treatment interventions and expanding access to care.
CDC Holiday Cards Offer 12 Suggestions for Good Health
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has posted musical e-cards that can be personalized and sent to friends and family during the holiday season. Among the disease prevention and health promotion messages in these lively cards are reminders to monitor children and refrain from drinking and driving. These are two of the six protective steps against substance abuse by children, as set forth by the National Institute on Drug Abuse and Building Blocks for a Healthy Future of the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration.
Underage Alcohol Use Associated With Depression in UK Cohort
Researchers report that higher adolescent alcohol use is associated with increased risk of depression later in life. In an article published in the September 2014 issue of Journal of Studies on Alcohol and Drugs, the authors examined the relationship between frequency of drinking during adolescence (ages 13–15 years) with problems of depression and anxiety at nearly 18 years of age. Among girls, there was a link between adolescent drinking and depression and anxiety. Among boys, there was a positive association with depression but not anxiety. This research was funded in part by the National Institutes of Health.
NIDA Releases Results of American Indian Youth Substance Abuse Study
A team of National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA)-funded prevention experts working at Colorado State University examined data from the American Drug and Alcohol Survey that was administered to American Indian students between 2009 and 2011. Among other findings, the NIDA study found that past-month alcohol consumption among eighth-grade American Indian students was nearly twice as high as that of eighth-grade students nationally. Dr. Nora Volkow, NIDA Director, called this study a wake-up call for American Indian communities. Given that American Indian youth are already using drugs and alcohol at high levels by the time they become teens, interventions at earlier ages need to be put in place, especially those tailored specifically for the American Indian community. A video available on the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration website explores the pressures faced by Native teens around alcohol use.
November 12—SAMHSA Listening Session on Mental Health Services
On November 12, 2014, the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) will host a listening session on the improvement of mental health services. SAMHSA seeks public input on developing the criteria for Section 223 of the Protecting Access to Medicare Act of 2014. This section, Demonstration Programs To Improve Community Mental Health Services, is aiming to create certified community behavioral health clinics. The information about the session is posted on www.samhsa.gov.
Strong Social Host Laws Reduce Underage Drinking
The study "Relationships Between Social Host Laws and Underage Drinking: Findings From a Study of 50 California Cities" notes that teens living in communities with strong social host laws are less likely to drink at parties. A growing number of communities and states are enacting these social host laws to prevent and reduce underage drinking in private settings. Laws that include strict liability and civil penalties were associated with reduced consumption of alcohol among adolescents in private settings, particularly among youth who had previously consumed alcohol. The researchers conducted their work among adolescents in 50 cities in California between 2009 and 2012. This study is published in the November 2014 issue of the Journal of Studies on Alcohol and Drugs. The National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism supported this research. More information about social host laws is available in Social Host Policies From Theory to Practice, a May 2014 webinar hosted by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration.
Advertisers Are Using "Drink Responsibly" Messages To Promote Products
The study "Defining Strategies for Promoting Product Through 'Drink Responsibly' Messages in Magazine Ads for Beer, Spirits and Alcopops" presents an analysis of responsibility statements placed in print alcohol ads to determine how responsible drinking is presented. The study's authors concluded that the "drink responsibly" messages used in print alcohol ads were overwhelmingly used to promote the product rather than convey relevant public health information. A substantial portion of magazine ads for alcohol appear in magazines that youth are more likely to see than adults and potentially convey positive expectancies about the product. Young people are more likely to initiate or increase drinking after exposure to alcohol marketing and advertisement. Owing to the high rate of underage drinking among high school and college students, the authors suggest that drink responsibly messages be replaced with prominently placed, externally developed, and cognitively tested public health warnings. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention supported this study, which was published in the journal Drug and Alcohol Dependence.
Brand Loyalty Trumps Price for Underage Drinkers
According to a study of brand preferences and pricing, youth have preferences for certain brands, even if those brands cost more than competing brands. While lower brand-specific prices were significantly associated with higher levels of past 30-day consumption prevalence, youth were not choosing to consume the cheapest brands. These results are important because they suggest that young people are sensitive to alcohol branding and are affected by the combination of marketing and pricing. The journal Substance Use & Misuse published the study "The Relationship Between Alcohol Price and Brand Choice Among Underage Drinkers: Are the Most Popular Alcoholic Brands Consumed by Youth the Cheapest?" in the November 2014 online issue. The National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism funded this study.
ONDCP Announces Drug-Free Communities Grants for 2014
Michael Botticelli, Acting Director of the Office of National Drug Control Policy (ONDCP), has announced 680 Drug-Free Communities (DFC) Support Program grants for 2014. The DFC Support Program grants, which total $84 million, provide funding to local communities to prevent youth substance use and support the Administration's National Drug Control Strategy. Community coalitions are awarded grants up to $625,000 over 5 years to facilitate youth and adult participation at the local level in preventing alcohol and other drug use by youth.
Fake ID Supplier and Other Laws Reduce Traffic Fatalities
According to "Effectiveness of Social Host and Fake Identification Laws on Reducing Underage Drinking Driver Fatal Crashes," adoption by 24 states of laws against suppliers of fake identification (FID) to those under age 21 is saving an estimated 14 lives per year in prevented traffic fatalities. An additional 16 lives per year could be saved in prevented traffic fatalities if all remaining states adopted FID supplier laws. FID supplier laws prohibit the production of a FID or the transfer of an ID or FID to another person. Furthermore, if all states adopted all five minimum legal drinking age laws shown to be effective (illegal to possess, illegal to purchase, zero tolerance, use and lose, and FID supplier laws), up to 927 lives could be saved each year in preventing fatal crashes by drinking drivers under age 21. The National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism funded this study, which was published in the October 11, 2014, online issue of Traffic Injury Prevention.
Underage Drinking Is No Halloween Treat for Communities
Halloween should be an exciting day of fun for young people and their families, but it can turn tragic if underage drinking is involved. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has a web page devoted to the prevention of Halloween drunk driving; a link to National Teen Driver Safety Week, October 19–25, 2014, is under the Campaigns tab. Motor vehicle crashes are the leading cause of death for 14- to 18-year-olds in the United States. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's Vital Signs: Teen Drinking and Driving factsheet, one in five teen drivers involved in fatal crashes in 2010 had some alcohol in their system. Most of these drivers (81 percent) had a blood alcohol content higher than the legal limit for adults.
Use the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration's online tool at http://www.underagedrinking.samhsa.gov for tips and suggestions for talking to teens about drinking and driving during the Halloween season and all year long.
Environmental Factors Affect Adolescent Alcohol Use
"Effects of the Local Alcohol Environment on Adolescents' Drinking Behaviors and Beliefs," a study published in the journal Addiction, reports that alcohol control policies, enforcement, adult drinking, and bar density influence alcohol use and heavy drinking by adolescents. Rates of past-year alcohol use and heavy drinking among adolescents were higher in cities with higher levels of adult drinking. Bar density also was associated with higher levels of adolescent alcohol use, although the effects of bar density appeared to be mediated through perceived alcohol availability and perceived parental approval of alcohol use. This study was supported by a grant from the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism.
Alcohol-Laced Energy Drinks Increase Odds of Later Problems, Accidents
A finding of "Use of Alcohol Mixed With Energy Drinks as a Predictor of Alcohol-Related Consequences Two Years Later" is that individuals' frequent consumption of alcohol mixed with energy drinks (AmEDs) is associated with greater odds of their having an alcohol-related accident in the subsequent 2 years. The use of AmEDs also was associated with an elevated risk of serious alcohol problems. Study participants were first-year, full-time college students who had graduated from high school the previous spring and who were part of the web-based University Life Study. The research was supported by the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism and the National Institute on Drug Abuse. The Journal of Studies on Alcohol and Drugs featured these findings in its September 2014 issue.
Popular energy drinks are flavored and contain up to five times the amount of caffeine as a typical cup of coffee. A 2014 DAWN Report from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration stated that 1 in 10 energy drink–related emergency room visits result in subsequent hospitalization.
SAMHSA's Short Report Provides U.S. Behavioral Health Overview
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) provides an overview of key findings from the 2013 National Survey on Drug Use and Health in the NSDUH report Substance Use and Mental Health Estimates from the 2013 National Survey on Drug Use and Health: Overview of Findings. This report notes that "Knowing the percentage of people with substance use disorders and mental health issues in the United States is an important starting point for promoting the prevention of behavioral health problems and supporting recovery for those with behavioral health problems."
University of Albany Town Hall Meeting Recording Available
On October 7, 2014, the Counseling Center at the University at Albany, State University of New York; the New York Conference of Mayors; and the Capital District Regional College Consortium on Alcohol and Other Drugs hosted "Mobilizing Change through Collaboration: Strategies to Prevent Underage Drinking." Speakers for this Town Hall Meeting included New York Congressman Paul Tonko; the Honorable Kathy Sheehan, Mayor of Albany; Frances M. Harding, Director of the Center for Substance Abuse Prevention (CSAP), Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration; and a panel of regional stakeholders to stimulate public discussion. The panelists provided national, state, and regional perspectives on underage drinking and its effects on youth, communities, and institutions of higher education. Strategies and best practices to address this issue were described. A recording of this event is available at http://new.livestream.com/hvccstreaming/underage.
Red Ribbon Week Begins October 23, 2014
The last week of October is recognized as Red Ribbon Week, part of an overall effort to encourage people to live a drug-free life. The U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) works with community coalitions and prevention groups to plan Red Ribbon activities, ranging from classroom events to stadium-sized rallies. Part of this effort is the prevention of underage drinking. DEA's Growing Up Drug Free: A Parent's Guide to Prevention emphasizes the importance of communication with young people about the dangers of alcohol use. DEA's web page offers ideas for participating in Red Ribbon Week, including events around the nation and a toolkit.
October Is Domestic Violence Awareness Month
Domestic violence, also known as intimate partner violence (IPV), affects both women and men, and the number of reported cases is growing. Young people who use alcohol are at greater risk for perpetuating or experiencing IPV than those who do not. For example, a


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Just like the thermal scrubs designed for your face, this "thermal" foot scrub contains magnesium sulfate, which, when combined with water, produces an intense, yet fleeting, sensation of warmth. Is that helpful for your skin? Well, it's definitely not good for your face, but you might find it feels pleasant on your feet.
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By Nina K. Guzman in Feminism on Dec 10, 2013
Could it actually be happening? After more than a year of protests, photo montages, a documentary and a huge cultural uproar, could the phrase "Free Pussy Riot!" actually come to fruition?
Pussy Riot, a Russian feminist performance art group easily identified by their rainbow-colored ski masks, was pushed to the forefront of an international feminist revolt after a peaceful performance in Moscow's Cathedral of Christ the Savior to highlight the corrupt relationship between President Putin and the leadership of the Russian Orthodox Church resulted in arrests of two members, Maria Alekhina and Nadezhda Tolokonnikova. They were charged on the grounds of "hooliganism" and were set to serve two years in prison.
After more than a year of public outcry for the group and its two incarcerated members, reports have surfaced of Pyotr Verzilov, husband of imprisoned member Nadezhda Tolokonnikova, confirming that both members will be freed under the amnesty bill submitted by the Kremlin to parliament. Rumors of an earlier release date have also been confirmed by Tolokonnikova's father, Andrei.
"It' from the Kremlin and official already, they will be freed," Pyotr told The Voice Project. However, he also added, "we do not know yet when this will happen, because it is unclear when the bio will be voted by the Duma and how fast it will be applied to prisons—could be from two weeks to two months until they are freed."
Though the release date is still unknown, this is wonderful news, not just to their families, but also for the amazingly supportive international community that helped raise awareness about the group and their strong feminist message.
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we've had three days of 90+ heat and my solar has been on for 8 hrs/day from 10am - 6pm. The water temp has not gone up much (started high 66 or so and now 73). I do notice that the filter pressure is on the high side 28+ so I'm wondering if this would make the water not turnover as much causing the water temp to slowly rise. any other ideas/suggestions? Thanks in advance, ~jv |
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- Posted by dalehileman (firstname.lastname@example.com) on Fri, Oct 15, 10 at 14:20
jv your post interests us as we had considered that sort of heating. From other threads I assume the solar heater typically isn't that effective though we must assume there's a matter of its size so how big is yours and more important perhaps, where do you live Intuitively 28 lb seems on the high side but I can't believe the filter significantly slows flow though you will doubtless hear from others |
i've had my pool up to the high 80's in the past. I'm in San Jose, CA 95118. I don't know how to quantify the size but I have 8 BIG panels on my roof and can normally get 80+ water temp. thanks again, ~jv |
As to size of panels I recommend reading at the U of Central Florida sponsored Florida Solar Energy Center. http://www.fsec.ucf.edu/en/consumer/solar_hot_water/pools/index.htm As to PSI values, solar will either require more power (variable speed pump) or reduce flow rates (single/two-speed pump). The amount will value according to number of panels, size and distance of piping, height of panel install, etc. Overall, they are more electrically efficient than a heat pump (for comparable cash outlays). |
how many gallons is your pool? |
jvmagic, many factors affect solar heating. We have 1:1 ratio sq footage panels to surface area and we keep the pool thermostat set at 91 degrees. Now that we have cooler nights it is very important to have a solar cover on the pool at night time. Last night the temp went to 50 degrees and this morning my pool temp is 86 degrees. The pump will run about 4 hrs today to get the temp of pool to 91 degrees. 28 psi sounds a little high. My pressure is 22 psi with solar on. I would think that a higher psi would have less flow but I am not sure what the ineffiency would be. What does your psi normally run? Are you using a solar blanket? BTW we are in Jackksonville Fl. Hope this helps |
How cold are your nights? You can loose alot of heat overnight if it is cold outside. Use a solar cover at night and you won't need to play catch up with heating. I am in Phoenix and can gain 6 degrees on a 90 degree day (75% coverage), but loose 3-4 degrees overnight. |
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I purchased this plant at a random garden sale for a non-profit. The volunteer who sold it to me said it was some sort of cabbage/bok choy relative. A few days ago I noticed that it had some buds, and now they bloomed into some pretty little yellow flowers. Anybody know what this is? Should I snip the flowers off? |
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Looks like baby bok choy. This and various other similar leafy vegetables are garden forms of mustard plants. So when they mature and bloom you get mustard flowers, regardless of what the plant looks like. Cabbage, cauliflower, kale and so on ... all mustards. Of course the more extremely divergent (unnatural) kinds may not been seen flowering. |
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If you let those flowers mature into pods, you can harvest the seeds when they're dry & brown - that's what I do |
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In the market for a new furnace, thinking single stage 80 but am willing to look at multi-stage or higher efficiency.
Is multi-stage really worth it? What brand is the best value? I've heard American Standard and Trane and bad things about carrier, payne and bryant. |
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- Posted by tigerdunes (My Page) on Sat, Jun 4, 11 at 6:13
Lost what is your location? any reason you would not want a higher efficiency furnace? At the very least, I would want a furnace to have a high eff blower mtr whether 80% or 90+% efficiency. Value is in the eye of the beholder. Depends on what one is looking for-ie price, features, efficiency, good warranty, etc. Post back. IMO |
In my opinion a multiple stage furnace is worth the money. I would compare it to a car having a single fan speed for the heater. The operating modes for a single speed are either full blast heat or off. It's nice not to have to hear the furnace cycling on and off. Trane and American Standard are the same equipment. So is Carrier and Bryant. Theie top of the line equipment is very good. They also make builder grade equipment. I believe Payne concentrates on low end equipment, but I have no direct experience. Concentrate on looking for a good HVAC contractor. A bad installation can ruin the best equipment. |
Looking for multistage for comfort but not necessarily 95%. I live in the Pacific NW. Want to avoid Payne as they have bad heat exchangers as well as Carrier and Bryant which was the unit I had at my current location. |
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Lost Any need for AC or doing without for now? a couple of suggestions. Trane or AmStd XV 80. This is two stg 80% eff furnace with var speed blower. Another choice could be the XT80 or XT90 furnaces. These furnaces while sgl stg do have high eff blower motors. IMO |
I replaced two Carrier furnaces when they were 25 years old. The only repair on each was the control board. I assume the relay on each failed. I never serviced them except changing the filters twice a year. I used a Filtrete filters which I later learned are highly restrictive. They were working fine the day they were removed. |
This message is mostly for Mike. Can you elaborate? You say you replaced 2 carrier furnaces when they were 25 years old, and the only repair was the control board. Did the heat exchangers fail at 25 years? It is not clear why you replaced them. Are the heat exchangers in the current line of carrier furnaces as good as the ones that are 25 years old? Thanks Mike. |
As far as I know the heat exchangers in both furnaces were fine. They were not thoroughly inspected, so there could have been some minor cracks. None of the service techs who inspected my furnaces ever mentioned the possibility of a cracked heat exchanger. The reason I replaced them is that the both AC condensers died during the summer of 2008. It made no sense to replace the AC without replacing the furnaces. The Carrier did go through of period where heat exchangers were failing. I think they have solved this problem, but time will tell. Most Carrier furnaces have a limited lifetime warranty on the heat exchanger. In my opinion the major cause of cracked heat exchangers are poor installation and lack of maintenance. If you avoid these conditions you should be fine. |
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Arugula and White Bean SaladThis nutritious combination will satisfy without weighing you down. Rosemary, a Mediterranean native whose Latin name means "dew of the sea," is perfect to unite the flavors of this robust salad. Ingredients
* Allergy notes: People following a corn-free diet should avoid iodized salt since it contains dextrose, which should be avoided by those allergic to corn. Nutrition FactsCalories 353 Calories from Fat 123 (35%) (22%)Total Fat 14g (9%)Saturated Fat 2g Polyunsaturated Fat 2g Monounsaturated Fat 9g (0%)Cholesterol 0mg (12%)Sodium 286mg (37%)Potassium 1302mg Total Carbohydrate 43g (43%)Dietary Fiber 11g Sugars 2g Sugar Alcohols 0g (32%)Protein 16g * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Nutrition facts are calculated by a food expert using nutritional values provided by the USDA for common products used as recipe ingredients. Actual nutritional values may differ depending on the amounts or products used and can be affected by cooking methods. Copyright 2015 Aisle7. All rights reserved. Aisle7.com Read our healthy recipe definitions. Learn more about Aisle7, the company. Learn more about the authors of Aisle7 products. The information presented here is for informational purposes only and was created by a team of US-registered dietitians and food experts. Consult your doctor, practitioner, and/or pharmacist for any health problem and before using any supplements, making dietary changes, or before making any changes in prescribed medications. Information expires June 2016. |


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There have been many beer advertisements and campaigns that have gone viral over the years, and now Breckenridge Brewery is poking fun at them with its 'Truth in Beervertising' campaign, which consists of parody videos telling consumers the "truth" about the messages in the commercials.
Remember the Dos Equis 'Most Interesting Man in the World' campaign? Well Breckenridge Brewery has created a parody for that (shown here) called 'Least Interesting Man in the World,' which is pretty uninteresting but sort of amusing too. This ad will be airing on Super Bowl Sunday but only on Denver's Fox affiliate network KDVR, says AdAge.
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Sericin, a protein derived from silkworms, accelerates the proliferation of several mammalian cell lines including a hybridoma
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Sericin, a constituent of the silkworm cocoon, was added to the culture of four mammalian cell lines: murine hybridoma 2E3-O,human hepatoblastoma HepG2, human epithelial HeLa and human embryonal kidney 293 cells. The proliferation of all cell lineswas accelerated in the presence of sericin. The hybridoma cellline was further studied. The 2E3-O cell line was so well adapted to serum-free medium that both the proliferation rate and maximum cell density in serum-free ASF103 medium were higher than in RPMI medium supplemented with all lots of FBS tested, and this proliferation was stimulated by the addition of sericin in a dose-dependent manner. Stimulation was observed at sericin concentrations from 0.01 to 0.1 %, although 1% sericin was severely harmful to the culture. In comparison with bovine serum albumin (BSA), a widely used supplement in serum-free medium, sericin had an equivalent effect on the proliferation of the hybridomas and sericin additively stimulated the proliferation with BSA. Although heat easily denatures and inactivates most proteins, the activity of sericin was not affected by autoclaving. In a similar manner to the silkworm-derived sericin, recombinant sericin synthesized in E. coli also stimulated the hybridoma proliferation, irrespective of whether it was autoclaved or filtered. Since BSA is obtained from bovine serum and the risk of infections such as bovine spongiform encephalopathy cannot be eradicated, sericin derived from insects could be a preferable culture medium supplement for stimulating the proliferation of mammalian cells.
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- Sericin, a protein derived from silkworms, accelerates the proliferation of several mammalian cell lines including a hybridoma
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- Masahiro Sasaki (2)
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Why the Obama campaign might want to rethink continuing to use U2's "City of Blinding Lights"
There's no question that the President -- in town this evening to debate Mitt Romney -- is a huge music fan. From quoting Sam Cooke during his '08 acceptance speech to randomly singing Al Green verses during a fundraiser to citing Stevie Wonder as being responsible for his marriage, Obama is far and away American pop music's finest presidential ambassador. So it's all the greater mystery that he continues to employ U2's "City Of Blinding Lights" as his campaign theme song. In 2008 it was the ideal anthem of hope and change, but in 2012 the lyrics read like a conservative strategist's wet dream.
It's indisputable that the Dems have a leg up when it comes to rock star support. While Reagan's erroneous use of Springsteen's "Born in the U.S.A." in 1984 and Michelle Bachman's on-the-nose employ of Tom Petty's "American Girl" earned them both public derision from the original songwriters, it is impossible to hear "Don't Stop Thinking About Tomorrow" without thinking of the promise of Bill Clinton in 1992, or to recall the heated Bush versus Kerry elections without considering the left-leaning Vote for Change tour.
All this momentum was at Obama's back in 2008 when he carefully selected a Big Chill style soundtrack for his campaign rallies, a playlist that included gems from Jackie Wilson, the O'Jays and Curtis Mayfield. All of these boomer classics would get the crowd properly softened and cranked up while they waited in long lines and in hard plastic seats. The inspirational tension would reach its zenith when "City of Blinding Lights" would fall from the speakers, that arpeggio guitar and descending piano chords raining down like saccharine confetti as Obama would make his entrance onto the stage.
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The song pulls off that tricky balance of emoting a nostalgia for the past while generating hopefulness for the future -- which was the ideal feeling for Democratic voters in 2008. The combination of losing Bush and gaining Obama was a kind of political speedball, like getting out of a bad relationship only to rebound into something better than you could've ever expected. The love for this previously unknown candidate was explosive, and the way "Blinding Lights" was used to supplement that love was as expertly orchestrated as any million dollar U2 concert.
I miss you when you're not around
I'm getting ready to leave the ground
Obama has continued using the song in his 2012 campaign, hoping to rouse that same fetishistic devotion voters had for him four years previous. Similarly, Republicans have maintained a familiar offense strategy to the one they had in 2008: Characterize Obama as overly idealistic and impractical, someone who sees the world through rose-colored glasses. But even though they now have something tangible to nail that premise to -- a sluggish economy -- voters still aren't convinced. And if the GOP only took the time to examine the lyrics of Obama's campaign theme song, what they'd find is the ultimate apex of their entire strategy.
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My name is Beauty!
Facts about Beauty
- Breed: Domestic Shorthair
- Color: Black & White Or Tuxedo
- Age: Adult
- Sex: Female
- Hair: Short
Beauty's Info...
I am already spayed, up to date with shots, and good with cats.
Beauty is exactly what her name implies– a pretty kitty with a great personality to boot. Beauty's story started on the streets, where she became pregnant and found her way to a caring rescuer who took her in. Beauty was a momma to five of her own kittens, and when three more kittens appeared needing a mother, she accepted them and raised them as her own. All of Beauty's babies have been adopted, and now she is patiently awaiting her chance to live the life of a family housecat. Beauty is approximately two years old, but she plays like a kitten. Her favorite games involve running through her crinkly kitty tunnel (possibly one of the best inventions ever) and chasing after toy mice. Even better is when she can chase a toy mouse through the kitty tunnel!
Other Pets at Safe Haven for Animals
Why Adoption is a Great Option
Beauty, a Scottsdale Domestic Shorthair cat was adopted! Here's how you can benefit by looking at adoption as an option to buying a Domestic Shorthair for sale in Scottsdale, or seeking a Domestic Shorthair cat from a breeder in Scottsdale.
- Rescues and shelter volunteers in Scottsdale already know the personality and tendencies of their pets. This means they can match you with the right pet. That will makes it much easier transition to owning a pet for yourself and your new pet.
- On average adoption fees are much less than you'd pay a Scottsdale breeder, or pet store. Plus most often rescue pets have already been to the veterinarian for a check-up, had a round of vaccinations, and are spayed or neutered. That is a lot of savings!
- You will become a hero, and give a needy dog or cat a loving home. In fact, there are even Domestic Shorthair breeders who help with Domestic Shorthair rescue. One puppy or kitten adopted in Scottsdale paves the way for another one to be saved.


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Recently I went on a tour of what could be London's greatest soccer stadium,Arsenal's Emirates Stadium, and brought a load of new photos of the Emirates Stadium back to show you. Of course I have been to see matches there before, but it was great to access the aeas I haven't seen before and to learn lots of random things about how the club is run. So with each relevant photo, I'll try to share a few of these nuggets of info with you.
Previously I had been on a tour of the old Highbury stadium, now turned into nice appartments, and this had far more history obviously. But in terms of its spectacular appearence and state of the art facilities, the Emirates in unmatched. It holds a capacity crowd of just over 60,000 people which, although a good size, is less than other top stadiums- so the club has gone for quality over quantity. So sit back and enjoy these bits of info and of course the new photos of the Emirates Stadium…
The Directors' Area
The Emirates stadium is full of messages which show off Arsenal's greatness over and above the opposition team. At the Directors' Entrance the statue of Arsene Wenger is no different for it glorifies the legendary manager- and remember that the away team directors enter here too!
And next we come to the Directors' Box itself, with incredibly comfortable seating and a magnificent pitch view. It also comes with an exclusive lounge and champagne bar!
And finally we arrive at that pitch view (the best from anywhere in the stadium) so embrace the sight…
The Players' Area
Here is the fascinating part of the stadium- the differences between the two players' areas (for the home and away teams) give Arsenal an immense psychological advantage over the opposition before a match even starts. Not only do the opposition players have to walk through a tunnel of Arsenal pictures en route to the dressing rooms, but these dressing rooms themselves are packed with subtle features to unsettle the enemy of the day.
Firstly, the Arsenal room has a lucky horse shoe shape, where as the away team gets the edgy atmosphere of a square. In the centre of the away changing room is a very tall work bench so disrupt communication across the room. What's more, the Arsenal changing room has a special non-slip flooring to prevent accidents, but the away team have to suffer a shiny, plastic surface! These subliminal features all combine to indicate Arsenal's superiority and are just one intelligent part of the stadium's grand design.
Before showing you some of the special features which are exclusive to Arsenal, here are a few snaps of the player shirts laid out as they would be on match day. Below each shirt is a medical cushion so the Arsenal team can be kind to their behind!
Now this next image shows you the physiotherapy room at Arsenal, where the players can receive treatment or a massage after a heavy game…
And finally for the players' area is the hydrotherapy pool, exclusive to the Arsenal changing room, in which players can be massaged by jets of water for when they need some relaxation. They are forbidden to use this before or during a match though, as it would be to the detriment of their performance.
The Press Area
The following shot is of the press conference room at Arsenal, where Wenger and others would give post-match interviews to the written press. Wenger speaks six languages, but in case there's a question he doesn't understand there is an interpreter terminal at the back of the room.
Arsenal have been awarded the status as having the best press facilities in the UK for two years running. This may partly be because they give free lunch to the journalists in the cafe, but also because of the huge array of terminals where media personnel can get the internet and phone connection with which to work.
And there are some facilities for journalists to relax…
The Arsenal Museum
I've just included some snaps from the Arsenal museum purely for their interest and inspirational value. They may not be a spectacular pitch view, but I find them fascinating because geeks like me LOVE museums! First up, some signed soccer gear from the Arsenal legendgoalkeeper David Seaman…
Here's a photo of a photo of the Arsenal women's team (the UK's best women's team and formerly managed by the Arsenal kit manager Vic Akers). These are their multiple winnings- far better than the men's team have done in recent years…
Now this photo below is when I per chance bumped into Mr Wenger!! …Ok so I didn't actually meet him- it's another photo of a photo- but wasn't it worth a try?
This next quote embodies the Arsenal way of playing soccer – to win and score goals, but not just in any old fashion. Arsenal football (soccer) has graced the premiership for years under Wenger and I can honestly say they are one of the most fluent and stylish outfits in the world- perhaps only matched by Barcelona in terms of their style of play. This quote I feel sums up Wenger's philosophy. Here goes:
Meanwhile, I had to include the following photo in my list from the museum. It appeals to my geeky academic tendencies you see and relates to soccer: it's right up my street!
So that's all my new photos of the Emirates stadium. I hope you liked them and that it gives you a taste of some of the wonderful features at hand. The stadium holds a little over 60,000 people which, although sizeable, is not as great as Manchester United. Arsenal have therefore gone for quality over quantity and have made sure that the fans, directors and members all get great facilities.
This was truly a great tour, so if you live in the UK really do invite you to go along which you can do directly from the Arsenal.com website.
Have fun,
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The Italian designers behind this fantastic pair of multi-stone drop earrings have created a style as admirable as a work of art. They feature 21.00 ct. t.w. pink, blue and yellow sapphires with winding curves of .75 ct. t.w. round brilliant-cut champagne diamonds. Leverback, 14kt rose gold earrings.
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Metal: | 14kt 14KT: Karat (abbreviated kt or K) is a unit that indicates the purity of gold in the metal. 14kt is 58.33% gold. In the United States, 14K yellow gold is most favored and used in jewelry. Rose Gold ROSE GOLD: Gold is a precious metal which is naturally quite soft. To give it a rose color and increase its strength, gold is alloyed with other metals, such as copper and silver. The purity of the metal is indicated by a unit called a "karat," with 24kt having the highest percentage of natural gold. |
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Backing: | Lever LEVER: An earring backing with a hook-shaped insert and a hinged leverback to hold it in place. |
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Stones per Earring: | 57 |
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Tuesday, January 29 2013
11:00 am – 12:00 pm
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Title: Using the QTcI in Clinical Trials
Live Webcast: January 29, 2013 11:00 AM - 12:00 AM EST
To compensate for the heart rate effects on the QT-interval, a so-called "correction factor" is used. While there are many to choose from, regulatory agencies tend to favor the Fridericia's correction (QTcF). In some instances, the QTcF is not appropriate. When this happens, an individual correction formula (QTcI) can be calculated. In this Webinar, we will discuss the use of correction formulae, including the purpose and use of different correction formulae.
Learning Objectives:
- What are QT correction formulae
- How to choose a correction formula
- What is the QTcI
- Calculation methods for the QTcI
- Validation QT correction methods
Dr. Timothy Callahan
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Biomedical Systems
Dr. Timothy Callahan received his Ph.D. from Capella University in Interdisciplinary Studies with a concentration in Research Methodology. He has conducted research in Silent Myocardial Ischemia at the National Institutes of Health in Bethesda Maryland. Dr. Callahan has been in the research industry for over 20 years. An expert in diagnostic testing, he co-authored 2 patents in QT interval analysis and has authored many abstracts and publications. Dr. Callahan has moderated the past three ECG core lab roundtable meeting with Dr. Norman Stockbridge and QTIRT of the FDA. He is a frequent speaker at Pharmaceutical Industry functions, including acting as the co-chair of the October, 2002 DIA "ECGs in Clinical Trials" meeting.


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C. 2000. From designer John Hardy, this 2.00 ct. t.w. multi-circle pave diamond necklace sparkles with sophistication and elan. Over one hundred-thirty glittering rounds create a sensational display on this long, textured and polished sterling silver necklace. Includes 2.5mm wheat chain with lobster clasp. Exclusive, one-of-a-kind Estate Jewelry.
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My name is Max!
Facts about Max
- Breed: German Shepherd Dog Mix
- Color: Red/Golden/Orange/Chestnut
- Age: Young
- Size: Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
- Sex: Male
Max's Info...
I am already neutered, up to date with shots, good with kids, good with dogs, and not good with cats.
Max is simply put 'WONDERFUL'. Max does have energy, so playtime is a requirement. He is good with other dogs, has done great with kids, and is doing great with basic commands. Stop by and have a meet and greet with Max.
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Why Adoption is a Great Option
Max, a Tampa German Shepherd Dog dog was adopted! Here's how you can benefit by looking at adoption as an option to buying a German Shepherd Dog for sale in Tampa, or seeking a German Shepherd Dog dog from a breeder in Tampa.
- Rescues and shelter volunteers in Tampa already know the personality and tendencies of their pets. This means they can match you with the right pet. That will makes it much easier transition to owning a pet for yourself and your new pet.
- On average adoption fees are much less than you'd pay a Tampa breeder, or pet store. Plus most often rescue pets have already been to the veterinarian for a check-up, had a round of vaccinations, and are spayed or neutered. That is a lot of savings!
- You will become a hero, and give a needy dog or cat a loving home. In fact, there are even German Shepherd Dog breeders who help with German Shepherd Dog rescue. One puppy or kitten adopted in Tampa paves the way for another one to be saved.


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Course map:
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Packet Pick-up and Late Registration Information:
Packet pick-up includes your bib number, timing chip, and athlete shirt. Participants must have a valid photo ID in order to pick up a packet (driver's license, passport, Military ID, Government issued ID.) All participants must sign a waiver in order to receive their race packet. A parent or legal guardian must sign the waiver for any participant under 18 years old.
Participants can save time by printing waivers now and bringing them to packet pick-up. Bib numbers will be made available online on Thursday, April 24th.
If you're unable to attend Packet Pick-Up, someone may pick up your packet on your behalf. He/she MUST have their own photo I.D. plus a copy of the participants photo ID and an event waiver signed by the participant. No exceptions.
Sheraton Columbia Town Center Hotel
10207 Wincopin Circle, Columbia, MD 21044
Saturday, April 26th 10am - 5pm
*Packet pick-up will not be available on race day
Late registration will be available at each location. Shirt sizes are not guaranteed for late registrations.
Parking Information:
There is race day parking available at The Mall in Columbia, just across the Little Patuxent Parkway
from the Start/Finish Line and Celebration Village, as well as in the Medstar parking lot and Sheraton
Parking Garage adjacent to the Iron Girl Celebration Village. Parking in the Medstar Lot and Sheraton
Garage can only be accessed via Wincopin Circle as Sterrett Place will be closed to vehicular traffic.
Please allow plenty of time to park and walk to the venue.
Age Group Awards
Milestone Jewelry will present a special piece of Iron Girl jewelry to the top three finishers in each age group. Age group winners must be present to collect award.
We will have 16 divisions for the 5K: 9 and under; 10 - 14; 15 - 19; 20 - 24; 25 - 29; 30 - 34; 35 - 39; 40 -44; 45 - 49; 50 - 54; 55 - 59; 60 - 64; 65 - 69; 70 - 74; 75- 79; 80+
We will have 14 divisions for the half marathon: 14 - 19; 20 - 24; 25 - 29; 30 - 34; 35 - 39; 40 -44; 45 - 49; 50 - 54; 55 - 59; 60 - 64; 65 - 69; 70 - 74; 75- 79; 80+
Everyone will receive a finishers custom medal!
Pace Requirement:
There will be a 4 hour cut-off time for the half marathon. You must be able to maintain a 18:18 -minute per mile pace or faster for the half marathon.
5K must finish in 75 minutes or less.
Strollers, Inline Skates, Rollerblades, Bicycles and Dogs Not Allowed On 5k and half Marathon Course at Anytime
Runner safety has always been and will continue to be, a top priority for our event. For the safety of all participants, strollers, inline skates, rollerblades, bicycles and dogs are not allowed on the 5K and half marathon course at any time.
The use of personal music devices is strongly discouraged. Please be mindful of the other participants and respect the race personnel to ensure a safe and enjoyable race for everyone.


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