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My bicycle is our second car. I love to bicycle in all weather, for all distances, and on all routes. Bicycling has brought so much joy to my life, and I want to share it with anyone who is interested. I will use my soapbox to tell you about the joys, the freedom, the benefits, and, yes, the challenges of bicycling and walking for transportation.
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Just ask the woman who was shot (non-fatally) by her boyfriend after they got in a fierce argument over the probability of a real-life zombie apocalypse, a conversation sparked by AMC's hit drama The Walking Dead. She thinks it's pure fantasy, but he thinks a "military mishap" could make the ravenous undead a reality. And so he shot her (accidentally, he claims). Jeez, overreact much?
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'Fess up. You either have a zombie preparedness plan or know somebody who does. And even though the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention first used zombies as a tongue-in-cheek approach to offer tips to the public, the agency has kept zombies a presence on its website because the response has been so positive. Chances are that if you're prepared for a zombie apocalypse, you'll be prepared for anything.
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Kohler K-3049-1-47 Almond Iron/Impressions 31-5/8" Enameled Cast Iron Vanity Top - Sink Included
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Specification Sheet | |
Installation Guide | |
ADA | No |
ASME Approved | Yes |
ASME Code | A112.19.1 |
Approved for Commercial Use | Yes |
Backsplash Included | No |
Basin Depth | 4 |
Basin Length | 20.875 |
Basin Width | 14.5 |
CSA Approved | Yes |
CSA Code | B45.2 |
Country Of Origin | USA |
Depth | 22.25 |
Drain Assembly Included | No |
Drain Connection | 1.75 |
Drain Placement | Center |
Faucet Centers | 0 |
Faucet Holes | 1 |
Faucet Included | No |
Height | 5.94 |
Installation Type | Drop In |
Manufacturer Warranty | Limited Lifetime |
Material | Cast Iron |
Number Of Basins | 1 |
Overflow | No |
Sidesplash Included | No |
Sink Included | Yes |
Sink Shape | Rectangular |
Theme | Traditional |
Width | 31.625 |
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Product Features:
- Covered under Kohler's limited lifetime warranty for cast iron components
- Vanity top is constructed of enameled cast iron, providing a sturdy feel and a clean appearance
- Graceful curves and a countertop that flows seamlessly into the sink basin make for a sophisticated design element in the bathroom
- Coordinates with 31" vanity cabinets
- Top features a rectangular recessed single basin sink
- Center drain location provides optimal draining capability
- Equipped with overflow drain - works in tandem with the primary drain to prevent overflow or spillage
- Faucet and waste assembly not included with this model
- Sturdy mounting assembly - ensures safety and reliability
Product Technologies / Benefits:
- Enameled Cast-Iron: Kohler Enameled Cast-Iron combines the strength, durability, and insulation benefits of cast-iron with the scratch, chip, and burn resistance of a baked, powder coat finish and comes with an exceptional Lifetime Limited Warranty. When these materials are combined it gives the sink or tub the strength to last a lifetime of use. Kohler Enameled Cast-Iron is also available in a wide variety of specialty colors allowing you to truly customize your home.
Product Specifications:
- Overall Width: 31-5/8" (measured from back edge to front edge of vanity top)
- Overall Depth: 22-1/4" (measured from back edge to front edge of vanity top)
- Sink Basin Width: 14-1/2" (measured from back inner rim to front inner rim of sink)
- Sink Basin Length: 20-7/8" (measured from left inner rim to right inner rim of sink)
- Sink Basin Depth: 4" (measured from center of basin to rim)
- Number of Basins: 1
- Number of Faucet Holes: 1
- Drain Outlet Connection: 1-3/4"
- K-3049-1: This model
- K-3049-4: This model with 3 faucet holes on 4" centers
- K-3049-8: This model with 3 faucet holes on 8" centers
Coordinating Vanity Cabinets:
- K-2454: Thistledown 30" vanity cabinet
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Gracious living is characterized by qualities of charm, good taste, generosity of spirit, and the enhancement of nature. It is Kohler's mission that you improve your sense of gracious living with every experience you have with a Kohler product or service. Kohler lives on the leading edge of design and technology, while maintaining a constant level of quality, regardless of price. It sets the standard of excellence in its field, and yet is constantly striving to improve. From sustainable products in the kitchen and bath to power systems that protect data centers and urban landscapes all over the world - this is what the Kohler company is all about.
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Our SKU: K-3049-1
This product is listed under the following manufacturer number(s):
- Almond
K-3049-1-47 - Basalt
K-3049-1-FT - Biscuit
K-3049-1-96 - Black Black
K-3049-1-7 - Black n Tan
K-3049-1-KA - Cane Sugar
K-3049-1-FD - Cashmere
K-3049-1-K4 - Dune
K-3049-1-NY - Ember
K-3049-1-RR - Frost
K-3049-1-FE - Ice Grey
K-3049-1-95 - Innocent Blush
K-3049-1-55 - Iron Cobalt
K-3049-1-30 - Mexican Sand
K-3049-1-33 - Navy
K-3049-1-52 - Sandbar
K-3049-1-G9 - Sea Salt
K-3049-1-FF - Seafoam Green
K-3049-1-71 - Skylight
K-3049-1-6 - Suede
K-3049-1-20 - Sunlight
K-3049-1-Y2 - Tea Green
K-3049-1-NG - Thunder Grey
K-3049-1-58 - Timberline
K-3049-1-97 - Vapour Blue
K-3049-1-KC - Vapour Green
K-3049-1-KG - Vapour Indigo
K-3049-1-KD - Vapour Orange
K-3049-1-KE - Vapour Pink
K-3049-1-KF - White
K-3049-1-0 - Wild Rose
*Denotes a finish or option that has been discontinued
2 Questions from the Community
This particular model does not come in a single hole in 37 inches. There are other vanities that come in the 37 inches for this collection, however they aren't single hole.
does this model with single hole come in 37 inches
A. This particular model does not come in a single hole in 37 inches. There are other vanities that come in the 37 inches for this collection, however they aren't single hole.
The Kohler K-3049-1 does not come in 37 inches.
does this model come in 37 inches
A. The Kohler K-3049-1 does not come in 37 inches.
Product Reviews
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Other Products In The Kohler Iron/Impressions Collection
Kohler K-3051-8
Iron/Impressions 37-5/8" Enameled Cast Iron Vanity...$474.30-$709.09(2)
Kohler K-3049-8
Iron/Impressions 31-5/8" Enameled Cast Iron Vanity...$447.53-$669.08
Kohler K-3052-8
Iron/Impressions 43-5/8" Enameled Cast Iron Vanity...$531.67-$794.89(1)
Kohler K-3048-8
Iron/Impressions 25-5/8" Enameled Cast Iron Vanity...$317.48-$474.68(1)
Kohler K-3053-1
Iron/Impressions 49-5/8" Enameled Cast Iron Vanity...$581.40-$869.21


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EXR796 - Research Paper Part A
Unit details
Year | 2015 unit information |
Offering information: | * Trimester 3 subject to the availability of appropriate supervisors and in consultation with the Unit Chair. |
Enrolment modes: | Trimester 1: Burwood (Melbourne), Cloud (Online) Trimester 2: Burwood (Melbourne), Cloud (Online) Trimester 3: Burwood (Melbourne), Cloud (Online)* |
Credit point(s): | 1 |
EFTSL value: | 0.125 |
Unit chair: | L Harrison |
Prerequisite: | EXR781 and EXR791. Note: prerequisites cannot be waived. |
Corequisite: | EXR797 Note: Corequisite can be waived with permission of course director. |
Incompatible with: | EXR783, EXR798. EXR799 |
Contact hours: | Learning experiences are via CloudDeakin |
Note:On successful completion of EXR797 Research Paper Part B students will be awarded 2 credit points. |
There is no prepared content in this unit. It is a research unit in which students, in consultation with an appointed supervisor, carry out research tasks to develop new knowledge (content) themselves.
There are no formal assessment requirements for this unit. Assessment for the overall research piece, comprising units Research Paper A and B, is a research paper of 12,000 words (100%) due at completion of EXR797 Research Paper B.
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$769 | $615 | $2074 | $2656 |
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Team: Richard Childress Racing
WHERE HE STANDS: Kevin Harvick remained in fourth place for the fifth straight week after New Hampshire. He trails series leader Jimmie Johnson by 74 points, is one point behind third-ranked Carl Edwards and leads fifth-ranked Dale Earnhardt Jr. by 44 points.
INDIANAPOLIS RECORD: 12 career starts, 1 wins, 4 top-fives, 7 top-10s, 1 poles. Best career finish: First in 2003. Was 13th in this race last year and 11th in the 2011 race there.
LOOKING AHEAD: After finishing second at Indianapolis in 2010, Harvick has not had the results he'd like the last two races there. But given the season he's had thus far and the fact that this is his last season with Richard Childress Racing, expect Harvick to give everything he has to win at Indy on Sunday. Here's his thoughts: "It's quite the place to win at. I'm not sure exactly why we run so well at Indianapolis Motor Speedway, but it's a good track to perform well at, and we've done so throughout the years. Hopefully we can do the same thing this time around because it's a fun race to win. We ran well at Pocono Raceway and Auto Club Speedway, so the longer tracks have been treating us pretty well this season. I just hope that continues so we can experience another Brickyard 400 win."
LOOKING BACK: Harvick had another strong run this past Sunday at New Hampshire, one of his favorite tracks on the Sprint Cup circuit, finishing seventh. Here's his thoughts on that race: "We struggled terribly today. We were able to make something out of it, but we've got a lot of work to do before we come back (for the fall Chase race)."
ETC.: Harvick has completed 99.4 percent (1,909) of the 1,921 total laps contested in 12 career starts at Indianapolis. His average start is 15.6 and average finish is 10.2. He has zero DNFs there.
88 DALE EARNHARDT JR., Chevrolet
Team: Hendrick Motorsports
WHERE HE STANDS: Dale Earnhardt Jr. remained in fifth place for the second consecutive week after New Hampshire. He trails points leader Jimmie Johnson by 118 points, is 44 points behind fourth-ranked Kevin Harvick and leads sixth-ranked Kyle Busch by two points.
INDIANAPOLIS RECORD: 13 career starts, 0 wins, 1 top-fives, 3 top-10s, 0 poles. Best career finish: Fourth in 2012. Was a career-best fourth in this race last year and 16th in the 2011 race there.
LOOKING AHEAD: Earnhardt has had very limited success at Indianapolis. He's still looking for his first win of the season, and a win at the Brickyard would likely rank right up there with his Daytona 500 win in 2004 as one of the biggest wins of his career. Here's his thoughts on Sunday's race: "I like coming to Indy and like the history of the racetrack. The history there is incredible. It's been able to survive a lot of things, and here we are racing on it today. It is just incredible. It is a challenging place. It is one groove and you kind of fight getting aero-tight behind people. You know when you show up for practice what you of need out of your car. We will work hard this weekend and see where we end up."
LOOKING BACK: Earnhardt had a marginal car and wound up with a marginal 14th place finish. He tried to challenge at times, but just didn't have a strong enough car to compete with the leaders.
ETC.: Earnhardt has completed just 92.5 percent (1,924) of the 2,081 total laps contested in 13 career starts at Indianapolis. His average start is 17.0, while his average finish is 20.3. He has three DNFs there.
18 KYLE BUSCH, Toyota
Team: Joe Gibbs Racing
WHERE HE STANDS: Kyle Busch moved up one spot and into a tie for sixth place with Joe Gibbs Racing teammate Matt Kenseth after New Hampshire. The two teammates trail points leader Jimmie Johnson by 120 points, are two points behind fifth-ranked Dale Earnhardt Jr. and leads eighth-ranked Greg Biffle by 31 points.
INDIANAPOLIS RECORD: 8 career starts, 0 wins, 2 top-fives, 6 top-10s, 0 poles. Best career finish: Second in the 2012 race. Finished second in this race last year and was 10th in the 2011 race there.
LOOKING AHEAD: Despite all the controversy after the race at New Hampshire with Ryan Newman, Kyle Busch would like nothing more than to win at Indianapolis. He came so close in last year's race, only to lose to Jimmie Johnson. Could Sunday be Busch's turn to finally win at Indy, and where does it rank on his list of most important races to win? "It's number two. It's right there. Daytona is one, Indy is two. They're both pretty close. Indy is an important racetrack for a lot of people. The history of that place, it's all been Indy cars. But it's still one of the first big superspeedways in America dating back to the early 1900s. There's a lot there that everyone always wants to win."
LOOKING BACK: Busch led 53 laps Sunday at New Hampshire, but just couldn't catch Brian Vickers at the end. Here's Busch's thoughts on the race: "Our worst finish of finishing races this season is sixth. All the rest of them have been wadded-up in a pile or blown up or something like that. Daytona was 12th -- I crossed the line 12th, but I was wrecking. So, that was a good day. ... We just got to keep knocking these out. It's good to get an off week, rebound a little bit, go to Indy and start our last 18 weeks."
ETC.: Busch has completed 96.2 percent (1,232) of the 1,280 total laps contested in eight career starts at Indianapolis. His average start is 21.1, while his average finish is 11.8. He has zero DNFs there.
20 MATT KENSETH, Toyota
Team: Joe Gibbs Racing
WHERE HE STANDS: Matt Kenseth remained in sixth place after New Hampshire, but is now tied with Joe Gibbs Racing teammate Kyle Busch. The two teammates trail points leader Jimmie Johnson by 120 points, are two points behind fifth-ranked Dale Earnhardt Jr. and leads eighth-ranked Greg Biffle by 31 points.
INDIANAPOLIS RECORD: 13 career starts, 0 wins, 5 top-fives, 7 top-10s, 0 poles. Best career finish: Second in 2003 and 2006. Finished 35th in this race last year and was fifth in the 2011 race there.
LOOKING AHEAD: Kenseth has had a phenomenal season to date, tied with Jimmie Johnson with four wins each. Kenseth has come close to winning at Indianapolis several times in the past, but never has sealed the deal. With the way he's been running in 2013, could this be the year he finally conquers the Brickyard - especially with the way he finished so disappointing in last year's race due to a wreck?


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Having used many different brushes on my Bishon, this is the only brush that really works, beautifully fluffs her fur, and does not hurt her sensitive skin. I bought the large, and am going back to buy the small and medium. (Do my own grooming, and the various sizes will assist!)
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by Melinda Myers
posted Feb 5 2014 7:03AM
Those with birthdays between February 4
and 8
have poplar as their birth tree. They're said to be artistic, reliable partners, organized and know how to make life comfortable.
As a tree most poplars are fast growing and moisture loving. This group includes the quaking aspen (
) best known for its leaves that flutter in the wind and turn a beautiful yellow in fall.
The cottonwood (
Populus deltoides
) is also a member of this family. It produces cottony seeds that cover the ground like snow in the summer. As a result many municipalities have banned this tree.
The Lombardy poplar was brought to North America with the colonists. This fast growing upright poplar was used for hedging and screening. Unfortunately, a deadly canker disease has limited its use.
So choose your poplar tree wisely or purchase your early February birthday friend an item made from poplar wood.
A bit more information:
The quaking aspen is the most widely distributed tree in North America. The National Champion is located in Coronado National Forest in AZ. It was 130 feet tall and 36 feet wide when last measured.
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Idina Menzel visited Ellen the other day and naturally, the conversation turned to Frozen, the animated movie where she plays the part of Elsa, the snow queen. She of course sings the movie's big song, "Let It Go!" And she revealed to Ellen that her son really doesn't like it when she sings that song. In fact, she says he hates it. But it's sort of her bread and butter, and she'll be singing it on her upcoming world tour. She demonstrated how she'll sing it in Japanese, and after a couple of false starts, she did a pretty good job with it. Check out the video.
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Now This is a Birth Announcement
By now, we all know that Prince William and Duchess Kate welcomed a baby girl into the world over the weekend. And we all know her name is Princess Charlotte Elizabeth Diana. Signed, sealed, delivered. Godspeed and all that, what? But here, for me, is the coolest part about the royal birth. It was announced by an official town crier. Dressed in old-style finery and holding a scroll, the crier stood on the hospital steps and made the official announcement. And I don't care, but I think that's pretty darn cool! (function(d, s, id) { var js, fjs = d.getElementsByTagName(s)[0]; if (d.getElementById(id)) return; js = d.createElement(s); js.id = id; js.src = "//connect.facebook.net/en_US/sdk.js#xfbml=1&version=v2.3"; fjs.parentNode.insertBefore(js, fjs);}(document, 'script', 'facebook-jssdk')); How old school! Town crier Tony Appleton announces the birth of Duchess Kate's baby girl at St. Mary's Hospital in London. Posted by USA TODAY on Saturday, May 2, 2015
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Jonny, We're Gonna Miss You
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Anyone can fly direct to Athens but why fly over Europe when you can take your time & explore the cities at leisure? That's exactly what the Road to Athens tour offers. Paris, Austrian Tyrol, Venice, Florence & Rome with a little bit of Switzerland & Germany thrown in for good measure. Chill on the Isle of Corfu in Greece before reaching the birthplace of democracy, Athens. Then, really slip in to relaxation mode with your Greek Island Cruise around the most famous Cycladic islands: Mykonos, Santorini and Ios. Please note: This version of the tour stays 2 nights in Athens
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ME Time optionals will take your trip to a whole new level with unforgettable experiences unique to the places you visit. See more, do more, live more & go home completely regret-free. Costs for these aren't included in your tour cost & are payable to your Trip Manager in local currency.
On our trips we don't just take you to the destinations, we make sure you get under the skin of every place you visit. From amazing food & accommodation, to exclusive access to incredible experiences, with Contiki you'll get unbeatable value & a completely unique travel experience.
Check-in to your hotel after 2pm and the remainder of the day is free to relax before meeting your fellow travellers for your Kickstart meeting this evening. Afterwards why not grab some dinner at one of the local restaurants or take a short walk to explore nearby Covent Garden
Meet up with your Contiki team before we hit the road and take a ferry past the White Cliffs of Dover. We travel via World War I battlefields in the Valley of the Somme, to Paris.
Tonight, the group kick-starts Paris with the 'Tour of Illuminations', which shows off the French capital's transformation into the "City of Lights". Lamp-lit bridges and cool little cafés give us a real taste of Paris' romance. Your Trip Manager will fill you in on the world's most-recognised monuments, like the Eiffel Tower and the Arc de Triomphe.
Hotel Dinner
- See the White Cliffs of Dover
- Exclusive 'Paris by Night' sightseeing tour
- See the Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe, the Louvre, the Champs-Élysées, and Notre Dame Cathedral
Next up: Fragonard! This perfumery has an elegant interior and is a unique setting for a look into the history of perfume. It's also a chance to pick up some French perfume at great prices.
This town is loaded with possibilities. Discover its many bistros, museums, tree-lined avenues and diverse quartiers (neighbourhoods). Get a feel for French flair by window shopping on the Left Bank. Step into the Notre Dame or explore the endless galleries of the Louvre, where you can get up close to the famous Mona Lisa. In your free time, try indulging in some delicious pastries and relax in one of Paris' many city parks.
Treat yourself to the full Parisian experience with a cabaret show, complete with can-can girls, dinner and Champagne. But don't stop there – afterwards hit the clubs and finish up your time here with a big Parisian night out.
Hotel Breakfast
- Visit a French perfumery
- Nouvelle Eve Dinner and Show Euro 123.00
With down-time on the coach, plug in your MP3, chill out to some music and chat with friends while travelling through the scenic wine producing regions of Burgundy and Chablis.
Next stop: the jaw-droppingly beautiful Alpine town of Lucerne. Wind down the day with an optional cruise on one of Europe's most striking lakes, where stunning scenes of the Swiss Alps reflect back across the water.
Feature Hotel Breakfast
- See Chablis & Burgundy vineyards
- Scenic drive through the Alps
- See the Wooden Chapel Bridge in Lucerne
- Lake Lucerne Cruise Euro 23.00
Make sure your camera is charged - first up this morning there's a chance to take in some amazing views of the Alps, with an optional cable car ride up to the summit of Mt. Stanserhorn.
Next, we travel past the stony cliffs of Liechtenstein into the capital Vaduz, where you can grab some lunch and eat it in the shadow of the Royal Family's 12th century castle.
Afterward, it's northbound to the home of the world-famous Oktoberfest, Munich - a city that blends traditional Bavarian culture and modern lifestyle.
Explore the heart of Munich's old town with the crew, and head to Marienplatz. It's a central gathering spot famous for the Glockenspiel - a Gothic clock, complete with 32 dancing figures and 43 chiming bells.
Then get a taste of tradition at a typical beer hall and park yourself at a long wooden table. Order yourself some hearty local food, like roasted pork knuckle, and quench your thirst with a stein of one of Germany's 5000 brews.
Hotel Breakfast,Dinner
- Visit the capital of Liechtenstein, Vaduz
- See the Glockenspiel & Marienplatz
- Visit a traditional beer hall
- Mt. Stanserhorn Euro 45.00
Get off the beaten track this morning in Munich - on two wheels - with our Local Guide in a fun bike tour around the city. It's a great way to see lots more of the sights!
Later we head south, rolling on through the Tyrol's massive mountains to a cute Austrian village in a region famous for adventure sports.
With a night in an Austrian Gasthof (guest inn), there's time to do your own thing – laze about or get out for a walk in the surrounding hills. Our resident crew will give you pointers on the best stuff to do in the region and make sure you get everything out of your time here.
Hotel Breakfast,Dinner
- Guided bike tour of Munich
- Swarovski Crystal World Euro 14.00
This morning, fill your lungs with clean mountain air, jump on a bike and get into the region's outdoor lifestyle with a fully guided optional tour through the Tyrol's picture perfect scenery, complete with waterfalls and mountain fields. Work up an appetite – a BBQ lunch is waiting for you at the end!
With time to do your own thing, laze about or get out for a walk in the surrounding hills. Catch up on some emails or postcards at the inn or take a gondola up the mountainside for more spectacular views of the area. For something different, pop into the local trout farm.
For adrenaline-junkies, an optional tandem paragliding experience will give you an awesome angle on the surrounding Alpine scenery.
Hotel Breakfast,Dinner
- See this pretty mountain region famous for adventure sports
- Mountain bike tour & BBQ lunch Euro 33.00
- Tandem paragliding Euro 123.00
Start the day with a plunge into some whitewater rafting in an adrenalin-pumping optional activity on the river.
Later on, wind through the Austrian Alps and the Brenner Pass to fairy tale Venice.
Known as the "floating city", Venice is packed with character, crammed with hidden lanes and linked by a network of canals.
Hotel Breakfast,Dinner
- Scenic drive past vineyards, orchards & castles
- White Water Rafting Euro 42.00
Today we travel on our private boat through the waters of the lagoon to visit the city's historical heart. The limestone Bridge of Sighs, the Gothic arches of the Doge's Palace and the expanse of St. Mark's Square (pigeons and all!) show off Venice's unique beauty and way of life.
Take some time to explore the floating city and lose yourself in the backstreets. There's an optional walking tour where you can discover the labyrinth of interweaving lanes, waterways, palaces, piazzi and markets with our Local Guide. You'll see historic monuments, hidden treasures and the Rialto market – a local favourite for food shopping.
Take an optional gondola ride & share the amazing experience with your friends - seeing Venice from on the water is unforgettable!
The evening is yours to enjoy. Why not experience the local cuisine with a Venetian Dinner?
Hotel Breakfast
- Private boat through the canals & islands of Venice
- See the Bridge of Sighs, the Doge's Palace & St. Mark's Square
- See Venice's iconic canals & gondolas
- Venice walking tour Euro 11.00
- Gondola ride Euro 22.00
- Venetian Dinner Euro 32.50
Wind through the Apennine Mountains and Tuscan countryside to the Renaissance city of Florence, with a stop at the famous Leaning Tower of Pisa.
The scene-stealing Duomo Cathedral rises above Florence, which serves up frescoes, markets and priceless art. After dinner, walk along the River Arno with your Trip Manager, take in the atmosphere and head into the heart of Florence, where you can sit back and relax Tuscan style with a glass of Chianti wine.
Hotel Breakfast,Dinner
- See the Leaning Tower of Pisa
Jump start the day uncovering this open-air museum. Our Local Guide gives you the inside track as the group learns about Florence's cultural beginnings and explores streets crammed with artworks from masters like Michelangelo. Then take a look into a skillful demonstration of Florentine leather making and understand this region's traditional art.
With bargains and bustle, the city's markets are a great place to hang out. Grab a gelato and enjoy this gorgeous city.
Tonight, there's a choice of a group dinner - an authentic Tuscan feast. Try regional dishes in a fantastic Tuscan country setting. Then keep it moving with a night out and get your groove on at Florence's biggest nightclub.
Hotel Breakfast
- Discover the Secrets of Michelangelo's Florence – see where his David was gifted to the Florentines, Ponte Vecchio, the Medici Palace & much more on our locally guided walking tour of Florence
- See the Duomo, Basilica Santa Croce, Giotto's Bell Tower, the Baptistry & Piazza della Signoria
- Learn about Florence's leather craft with a demonstration
- Souvenir group photo Euro 11.00
- Space Electronic Disco Euro 16.00
- Tuscan Evening Euro 40.00
Travel through Tuscany's rustic hills, past the recognisable cypress tree landscapes of this olive oil-producing region, to vibrant Rome.
Stylish Rome oozes energy and overflows with relics from another age. Our special access coach tour gets you right into the thriving atmosphere of this living timeline as your Trip Manager shows you the Colosseum and Piazza Venezia. Continue on foot to check out the Pantheon and Piazza Navona. Honour tradition at the Trevi Fountain and throw a coin in the fountain's waters (it's meant to improve your chances of returning to Rome!) or maybe hang out with your new friends at the Spanish Steps, sit back with a few slices of pizza and people watch.
Hotel Breakfast,Dinner
- Special access Rome sightseeing coach tour
- See the Colosseum, the Roman Forum, Piazza Venezia, Trevi Fountain, Pantheon & Piazza Navona
- See St. Peter's Basilica in the Vatican City
This morning, make the most of our Local Guide's inside knowledge with an optional guided tour of the Vatican Museums, including the Sistine Chapel and St. Peter's Basilica. Then check out Rome's imperial glory by visiting the Colosseum and Roman Forum.
Take off into the city and absorb the atmosphere, as Vespas flash past timeworn monuments that are surrounded by fountains, pizzerias, cafés and bars. Before you hit the shops, let your Tour Manager point you in the right direction with some tips on the best buys.
In your free time, live the local lifestyle by indulging in a long lunch on a paved piazza or knock back a shot of espresso at the bar, like the Romans do.
Hotel Breakfast
- Vatican Tour Euro 34.00
- Rome of the Emperors and Gladiators including the Colosseum Euro 26.00
Pass gritty Naples, see Mt Vesuvius and plunge into Pompeii's well-preserved past in an interesting optional excursion and retrace ancient history with our expert Local Guide.
Then there's time to chill out on the coach, crossing through the rugged landscapes of southern Italy, before boarding the overnight ferry to Greece. Check out the amazing 360 degree views from the deck!
Adriatic Ferry Breakfast
- See Mt. Vesuvius
- Pompeii Guided Walking Tour Euro 22.00
Corfu is all that's great about Greek island living. You'll immediately find yourself on "local time", browsing the markets of the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Old Town and bargaining with the laid-back locals.
Jump on board the Captain's Cruise of Corfu with a bunch friends for a fun day out on the water. It will give you another angle on idyllic Corfu. Work up an appetite swimming in the secluded spots and then feast on a lunch of olives, salad, cheeses, fresh bread and dips – prepared with ingredients from the Captain's back yard.
Corfu also gives you the chance to dive into action with a selection of water sports, like parasailing, banana-boating and waterskiing. Otherwise hire a car for a deeper look into Corfu and venture across the island to explore some beautiful, remote beaches.
Hotel Hotel Breakfast,Dinner,Breakfast
- See the Venetian fortress in Corfu's old town
- Captains Cruise of Corfu Euro 36.00
- Ionian Dinner Experience Euro 33.00
- Water sports Corfu From Euro 18.00 - 50.00
- Car Hire Euro 65 - 200
From Corfu, head to the mainland and travel to the impressive, man-made Corinth Canal.
Athens is next, a city crammed with myth and ancient wonders, and busy with modern, urban soul. Wrap up the day on the shady slopes beneath the Acropolis with an optional dinner in the rustic district of Plaka, full of traditional tavernas spilling out onto the pavements.
Hotel Breakfast
- See the Corinth Canal
- A Traditional Athens Affair Euro 43.00
Use your free time this afternoon to explore more of this open-air museum. You could honour the birthplace of drama by climbing around the massive Theatre of Dionysus or get the background on Ancient Greece at the National Archaeological Museum. Otherwise experience Athens' urban heart, take off into the streets and find a hole-in-the-wall food joint, where you can try the famous souvlaki.
You'll also be transferred to meet your fellow travellers on the Greek Island Adventurer tour.
Hotel Breakfast
Today, board a ferry to Mykonos and take advantage of the amazing views across the Aegean, full of rocky islands as you make your way to the beautiful, whitewashed vistas of cosmopolitan Mykonos.
Hotel Breakfast,Dinner
Mykonos is famous for its blissful beaches and party culture. No matter what you're after, chances are this island has got it! You'll soon understand why this happening hub draws people from all walks of life, from jet-setters to backpackers.
In your free time, head into Mykonos town and wander through the maze of tiny streets lined by whitewashed, cube-shaped houses. Maybe grab a table in the village and snack on fresh local specialities, like olives, feta and tzatziki dip.
For a laid back afternoon, be sure to check out world-famous Paradise Beach. Get some friends together, chill out to the tunes pumping at the beachfront resorts, swim and relax.
Wrap up the day in Little Venice and watch the sun set over the Aegean. But don't stop there – get into the vibe and party at one of Mykonos' many bars and hip clubs.
Hotel Hotel Breakfast,Breakfast
- Visit Mykonos town & see the traditional Cycladic-style houses
- See the famous windmills
- Hidden treasures of Mykonos Euro 38.00
- Delos Tour Euro 47.00
Today: change islands and it's a total change of scene. Santorini will make your jaw drop with its stunning natural beauty – the result of a massive volcanic eruption. From the water, look up at the iconic blue–domed, whitewashed churches.
Once we're back on land, take in the fantastic views of the neighbouring volcanic islands.
Hotel Breakfast,Dinner
Start your day getting familiar with this gorgeous island. Head to Santorini's highest point for full blown vistas over the crater then cool of with a swim stop at Perissa Beach.
Your Trip Manager will fill you in on Fira – dramatically perched on the edge of the crater - as the group explores its narrow streets. Get tips on the best places to pick up a piece of Santorini's famous jewellery and where to try out the delicious local specialty, domatokeftedes (fried tomato balls).
Otherwise head to one of the distinctive black or red sand beaches, and soak up the breathtaking scenery. You could jump on an optional boat ride out to the active volcanic island of Nea Kamini. Cruise past lava formations and get up close to the active crater. Or head to the northern tip of Santorini with the group to catch one of the island's famously spectacular sunsets on the Oia at Sunset optional excursion.
Hotel Hotel Breakfast,Breakfast
- Visit the main town of Fira
- Sunset in Oia Euro 25.00
- Highlights & Volcano Cruise Euro 45.00
After free time this morning, we cruise on to Ios. Relax on the boat and hang out with the group.
Peaceful by day, pumping by night, Ios is the ultimate party destination.
Hotel Breakfast,Dinner
Relax on sandy beaches or lounge about poolside before a big night out, when Ios' villages come alive. Head to the small streets of Hora, packed with clubs, bars and pubs and let loose to the pumping tunes. Otherwise, join the outdoor party in the squares and lanes. If you're keen, you can keep it moving until dawn!
Hotel Hotel Breakfast,Breakfast
- Visit Ios town
- Sailing Spectacular Ios Euro 40.00
- Farewell to the Greek Islands Euro 28.00
Wave goodbye to Ios and the Cycladic Islands as we set sail back to mainland Greece and spend a final evening together in the mythological city of Athens.
Hotel Breakfast
The trip ends after breakfast and it's time to say farewell to your new friends.
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While it's easy to look at the information in this article and see that, based on the comparisons shown Phoronix has more information collected. I think it's highly unlikely Canonical has collected more information and reviews on hardware than what will eventually be found at openbenchmarking.org. But I think a big question is how would that information be made available to such organizations or projects, like Canonical? I may have missed this conversation in the past, but will there be an API for accessing the database of information at openbenchmarking.org? I can't imagine someone like Canonical not jumping at the chance to expand on the amount of information available to their users if that information is high quality and easily accessible.


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This is the indoor fryer with a rotating rotisserie that cooks a crispy, succulent whole turkey faster and without the nuisance of outdoor frying. Using 1/3 less oil than typical vats, this fryer can cook an 18-lb. turkey in a little over an hour. The unit's alternating-rotating spit slowly turns the bird as it cooks, producing a uniformly crisp exterior and moist, flavorful meat. With the rotisserie removed, the cooker becomes a standard deep fryer for family-sized portions of French fries or battered fish. An indicator that lights when the 1800-watt heating element is ready (175� F to 375� F), a 120-minute timer, and an included meat thermometer help to ensure delicious results. The unit automatically shuts off if oil overheats, and a front-mounted spigot makes it easy to drain the 2 1/2-gallon stainless steel reservoir. It easily converts for use as a steamer, big enough for clambakes. With stainless steel vented lid and aluminum cooking basket. Hand wash. 20 1/2" D x 17 1/2" H x 17" W. (22 lbs.)
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Not as large as described...
By CJ
from Birmingham, Alabama
I bought this because it was supposed to accommodate an 18 to 20 pound turkey. I bought an 18 pounder and the top of the bird wasn't submerged so I had to "flip" it while it was frying...a little scary... I wouldn't go over 16 pounds for my next turkey fry job.
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I would highly recommend this fryer!
By Lean Turkey
from Canning, Nova Scotia Canada
I cooked 2 turkeys at an RV camper show this past weekend and they came out perfect. The color of the skin looked like it came out of a magazine and the meat was succulent! Have recommended this to many at the show! Great job
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By Tayor0070
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We purchased this fryer prior to Thanksgiving to deep fryer our turkey. We tested it first on a large chicken. It turned out perfect on the outside and juicy and delicious inside. I have no worries that our turkey will be just as perfect on Thanksgiving day! This was an excellent buy!P.S. The Demo video was nice also.
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Recommend for small turkeys ....
By Jim
from Savannah, Ga
The fryer doesn't hold an 18 lb turkey as claimed. My 14 lb turkey bearly made it. Otherwise, I recommend the fryer.
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Excellent product but suggested cooking times for frying Turkey are exaggerated. (I had 12lb...said 3.5 mins/lb... Cooked it for 41 mins...was overdone... should of done 3mins/lb
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Bought this item for my husband, he loves it!
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By Hambone
from Bahama, NC
The fryer worked great on the turkey breast. It was easy to add the oil and the frying time was excellent. The cleanup was the hardest part of the entire process.
Turkey was very good
By BOHICA
from Gainesville, Virginia
Turkey was very good. Equal to the quality of an oven roasted turkey. Lacks the drippings to make a great gravy. Makes it far easier to have turkey during the year not only at Thanksgiving. with the shortened cooking time it is more than convenient. Can't wait to try my first clam bake with it.
This is the coolest fryer i've ever see
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from Big Red Country, Omaha Ne
It was a real pleasure using this unit, it worked just as advertised, the dvd was very helpful. the only drawback was cleaning the unit when done, it's a bit bulky but it was manageable.I would recommend this unit all day long !!
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Phoronix: KWin May Drop Support For Catalyst, Vintage GPUs
The KWin compositing window manager for KDE may drop its older OpenGL renderer, which would remove support for vintage GPUs/drivers, but this would also include eliminating -- at least temporarily -- support for the AMD Catalyst graphics driver...
I hope they'll do it. People with too old hardware should either upgrade theirs or use too old software.
Well, that's an obnoxious pain in the ass. My Laptop has the videocard thats in it and thats it, I'd hate to lose my nice desktop effects and the functionality they bring while they think that AMD cares enough to upgrade anything. Like AMD cares about the KDE desktop users... I'm pretty sure that they don't give a spit.
Sometimes we are just stuck with the hardware we have. Otherwise than a few issues like this, my AMD graphics card works just fine for me in Linux, I found nvidias to cause me more problems with my monitor setup even.
In short, lame, and I hope they don't do this. Find other ways of convincing AMD to update their stuff, rather than annoy a bunch of users.
My brand new E-450 is affected by this (if I use fglrx). In fact, every AMD/ATI user is affected, because Catalyst forces a "compatibility profile" supporting OpenGL 1.4, even if your card in fact supports OpenGL 4.2.
This is terrible news for any AMD/ATI owner.
I'm going to go ahead and agree with this decision. It's better that Kwin have a chance to improve than to burden the few developers we have with supporting old hardware poorly. Of course, as I said in response to the blog post in question, throwing fglrx out the window isn't a smart move, but you have to weigh the possible gains with the negatives. We're going to be moving to Wayland sooner or later, probably soonest for Intel users. We can't keep going along with the mindset that every project will work perfectly with every piece of hardware, even when it's impossible to find support. I had this issue with a graphics card in the past- no Mesa developer had any idea what was going on with the GPU, and with hardware was unavailable for them I had to choose a more recent card if I wanted decent performance.
Just because Linux can run on anything doesn't necessarily mean Linux users should count on it. Go for what's best if you want the best experience- it's a miracle things work as well as they do already for this old hardware.
Worst case, a few people who couldn't expect their graphics card to be relevant forever realize they need to use Compiz, and fglrx gets another huge bug to its name. The amount of people who would be seriously inconvenienced by this unfortunate, but at least he's giving us fair warning. :\ I'm sure if someone with experience who can work with Martin offered to separately maintain an OpenGL 1.x version he might think it over.
How about a better idea. Inform AMD of the plans then rip out OGL1 when they have the driver ready.
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Bone marrow is a spongy-like substance found inside our large bones, like the femur (leg), hip, and ribs. It is made up of cells called hematopoietic stem cells. It is these cells that are given (transplanted) to the patient during a transplant. These stem cells are different than those we hear about in the news - those are called embryonic stem cells and are obtained from a growing embryo, not an adult. Hematopoietic stem cells are "baby" cells that grow up to become white blood cells, red blood cells and platelets. The bone marrow acts as a greenhouse for these cells, growing them and storing them until they are needed. What do we need them for?
Allogeneic means that the transplanted cells are coming from a donor – this may be a sibling, other relative, or someone unrelated to the patient (the cells can even come from umbilical cord blood). If the cells come from an identical twin of the patient, the transplant is called syngeneic and is essentially like an autologous transplant, because the cells are identical to the patients.
The cells must be "matched" to the patient, which is done by human leukocyte antigen (HLA) testing. The HLA type is made up of 6 antigens: 3 are inherited from the mother, and 3 are inherited from the father. Doctors usually look first to a family member for a match. Siblings from the same parents have a 25% chance of matching each other, but if no siblings match, that patient's parents or children can be tested. A donor may "match" the patient in 6 out of 6, 5 out of 6, or 4 out of 6 antigens. The higher the number of matching HLA antigens, the greater the chance that the patient's body will accept the donor's stem cells. In general, patients are less likely to develop a complication known as graft-versus-host disease (GVHD) if the stem cells of the donor and patient are closely matched. About 70% of patients will not have a family member match and will need to enlist the help of the National Marrow Donor Program, which keeps the HLA typing records from donors around the world, has access to 22.5 million potential donors and over 600,000 cord blood units.
When doctors first started doing these procedures, the only way to get stem cells was directly from the bone marrow. This is where the term bone marrow transplant originated. The donor is taken to the operating room and put to sleep lying on his or her stomach. The doctors put long needles into the hip bones and pull out the bone marrow in syringes in a procedure called bone marrow aspiration. This solution is then poured through a special column that is able to pull out the desired stem cells, allowing any other cells (mature red and white blood cells and platelets) to be reinfused into the donor. In order to get the number of cells needed, the needles need to be inserted many times, which is why the donor is put to sleep for the procedure. These cells are then frozen in a special preservative (called Dimethyl sulfoxide or DMSO) to protect them from "freezer burn" until they are used. The donor still has plenty of cells to produce blood cells for him/herself.
A second method of collecting stem cells, called apheresis, is now the preferred method of collecting stem cells for allogeneic transplants. This method involves giving the donor a medication called granulocyte colony stimulating factor, or GCSF, which causes the stem cells to be released from the bone marrow and into the blood stream. Using a blood test, doctors can tell how many cells are circulating in the blood stream. Once the number is high enough, the donor goes to the pheresis department at the hospital to have the cells removed. The cells can be removed using either a catheter in the chest wall or 2 large intravenous (IV) catheters, one placed in each arm. Blood is taken out of the donor, circulated through the pheresis machine to remove the stem cells, and then the rest of the blood is returned to the patient. The cells would be frozen in the same DMSO preservative mentioned earlier for the bone marrow. During the collection, the patient may experience tingling or numbness around the lips. This is caused by a loss of calcium and can usually be resolved by eating some calcium tablets.
Lastly, these cells can be taken from umbilical cord blood. The umbilical cord is typically discarded after a baby is born, but the blood in the cord is rich in hematopoietic stem cells that can be used in allogeneic transplant. One drawback to cord blood cells is that there are fewer cells than are typically used in transplant. For this reason, cord blood is primarily used in children and smaller sized adults. Cord blood can take longer to engraft (see more on engraftment below) and therefore may lead to an increase risk of infection. However, cord blood transplants appear to have lower rates of graft versus host disease. Your transplant team can discuss the specifics of your situation in greater detail.
Leukemias, lymphomas, multiple myeloma, severe aplastic anemia, and sickle cell disease, among others. (See the complete list from the National Marrow Donor Program)
You may hear doctors talk about the preparative regimen. This is the course of chemotherapy, with or without radiation that is given before the cells are transplanted into the patient. In traditional transplants, this regimen is given to wipe out the patient's own bone marrow to make room for the donor marrow and to prevent a complication known as "Graft Versus Host Disease" (GVHD). We'll talk more about that later. It is necessary to give this chemotherapy for a few reasons:
This answer varies depending on the disease being treated. If the bone marrow is affected by the disease, as in leukemias and aplastic anemia, then the hope is to cure the patient by replacing the diseased marrow with the healthy marrow of the donor. In some cases, the hope is to administer much higher doses of chemotherapy to treat the cancer, which would also kill the patient's bone marrow. Giving the patient the donor's marrow after this marrow-killing (marrow-ablating) chemotherapy serves to "rescue" the patient with healthy bone marrow. One effect that doctors see as a very important part of all allogeneic transplants is called the "graft versus tumor effect". Basically, this is the effect that the donor's immune system (which is part of the marrow that the donor donated) has on the recipient patient's cancer cells. The hope is that the healthy donor immune system can attack any stray cancer cells in the patient that may have survived the preparative regimen.
After the preparative regimen is complete, the patient is given a day or two to "rest". In reality, the doctors are waiting for the chemotherapy to be cleared from the patient's system so it will not damage the donor cells. The cells are infused into a vein, similar to the way in which a blood transfusion is given. The cells are quite smart, and they find their way back to the bone marrow space and get to work. Remember, when they arrive in the bone marrow, things are in bad shape – most of the blood cells have been killed by the chemo. The stem cells get right to work producing new white and red blood cells and platelets. It can take anywhere from 7 to 14 days for these stem cells to produce new cells and for those cells to become mature enough to function properly.
Engraftment is a term the doctors use to describe the point when the stem cells start doing their job and blood cell counts start to come up. The first number we look for is the neutrophil count, which is a type of white blood cell that is especially important in fighting bacterial infection. Generally, once the neutrophil count gets above 500, the patient can stop protective, prophylactic antibiotics. The time until engraftment varies from patient to patient, and can be anywhere from 10-20 days. The red blood cell and platelet counts can take several weeks to get back to a normal range.
The patient can have side effects caused by the preparative regimen (chemotherapy and/or radiation), such as infertility, and damage to the liver, kidneys, lungs, and/or heart. Complications related to the transplant itself can vary depending on the medications used, but include mucositis (sores in the mouth and throat), diarrhea, nausea/vomiting, poor appetite, and fatigue. The patient can also have complications because of the destruction of the bone marrow leading to low blood counts. These include bleeding due to low platelet counts, infections due to low white blood cell counts, and fatigue due to low red blood cell counts.
In addition to these problems, there are a few complications that are specific to allogeneic transplants. These are graft versus host disease, graft rejection or failure, pulmonary (lung) complications, and liver problems (veno-occlusive disease of the liver).
In graft versus host disease (GVHD), the "graft" refers to the transplanted (donor's) hematopoietic stem cells and the "host" refers to the patient. GVHD occurs when the donor's cells attack the patient's body. GVHD can affect the skin (rash), intestinal tract (diarrhea) and liver (elevated liver blood tests and decreased liver function) in varying degrees, depending on how severe the GVHD is. It can occur anytime after transplant and is grouped into acute GVHD (1-2 months after transplant) or chronic GVHD (starting at least 2-3 months after transplant). Almost all allogeneic transplant patients have some degree of this complication, which can range from very mild to very severe. It is treated with immunosuppressing medications, including steroids. Antithymocyte globulin (Atgam) may also be used to remove the white blood cells that cause GVHD in a process called T-cell depletion. We mentioned previously the value of the "graft versus tumor effect", which allows the donor cells to attack any remaining cancer cells. This is a good part of GVHD, so we must be careful not to completely eliminate GVHD, or else we will lose the benefit of the graft versus tumor effect. It is a fine line between the unwanted and the wanted effects, so doctors need to carefully manage this balance.
Graft rejection can occur if there are immune system cells left in the patient after the preparative regimen. These "native" cells then attack the donor's cells because they recognize them as foreign to the body. This can be prevented most of the time by making sure the preparative regimen is sufficiently strong to kill any native immune cells. Graft failure occurs when the donor's cells fail to start working (producing new blood cells). Doctors usually consider a diagnosis of graft failure if engraftment has not occurred by 42 days after transplant. This complication is rare, occurring in about 5% of patients, and the only treatment is to receive another transplant.
Pulmonary complications are generally caused by pneumonia and can be very serious in these patients. Veno-occlusive disease (VOD) of the liver is a complication that can present with jaundice, enlarged liver, or swelling of the abdomen and can lead to liver failure. VOD can be very serious, and can even be fatal. Patients are monitored very closely for all of these concerns and will remain in the hospital for several weeks, at minimum.
Transplant centers vary in how they handle the time for discharge. Once an outpatient, the patient will need to visit the clinic often, maybe even daily. Most centers require patients to stay near the hospital for the first 100 days after transplant. Even though the blood cells have started to perform, it will be months to a year before the patient will have a "normal" immune system. The patient needs to be very careful to not get an infection (avoiding crowds, washing hands frequently, wearing a mask in public places). The patient's energy level will not be like his or her "old self" for quite some time (some say years), so friends and family must understand that just because the transplant is over, the patient will not be back to normal. Transplant centers give detailed instructions to families who will be having the transplant patient staying at their home. These include help with domestic chores, childcare, pet care, and other daily household errands. The National Marrow Donor Program has some great resources for preparing the home for a transplant recipient. This can be a lot of work but it is a great way for friends and family to help out.
This is an allogeneic transplant that uses a less intense preparative regimen before the donor cells are infused. The use of lower doses of anticancer drugs and radiation eliminates some, but not all, of the patient's bone marrow. Unlike traditional transplant, cells from both the donor and the patient may exist in the patient's body for some time after a mini-allo. Once the cells from the donor begin to engraft, they may cause the graft-versus-tumor (GVT) effect and work to destroy the cancer cells that were not eliminated by the chemotherapy and/or radiation. This treatment is not appropriate for all cancers treated by allogeneic transplant.
Read more about it at the National Marrow Donor Program.
This article is meant to give you a basic understanding of the allogeneic transplant process. Use the links on the left or the resources below to learn more.
Want to know how to donate your baby's cord blood for a transplant patient?
Abeloff M, Niederhuber JE, Armitage JO, Doroshow, JH, Kastan MB, Tepper, JE. Abeloff's Clinical Oncology. 5th edition. Philadelphia: Churchill Livingstone; 2014.
The National Marrow Donor Program: www.marrow.org
Dec 8, 2010 - Individuals who donate peripheral blood stem cells or bone marrow do not appear to be at an overall increased risk of cancer, according to research being presented at the annual meeting of the American Society of Hematology, held from Dec. 4 to 7 in Orlando, Fla. According to another study, acute myeloid or lymphoblastic leukemia patients who receive double unrelated cord blood transplants may experience better overall outcomes than those who receive single cord blood transplants. Other studies being presented address stem cell transplant procedures in treating various hematologic malignancies and highlight zoledronic acid's ability to improve survival in multiple myeloma patients.


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