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misc: - gevent.joinall() method now accepts optional 'count' keyword. - gevent.fork() only calls reinit() in the child process now. - gevent.run() now returns False when exiting because of timeout or event (previous None). - Hub got a new method: destroy(). - Hub got a new property: threadpool.
ares.pyx: - Fixed issue #104: made ares_host_result pickable. Thanks to Shaun Cutts.
pywsgi: - Removed unused deprecated 'wfile' property from WSGIHandler - Fixed issue #92: raise IOError on truncated POST requests. - Fixed issue #93: do not sent multiple "100 continue" responses
core: - Fixed issue #97: the timer watcher now calls ev_now_update() in start() and again() unless 'update' keyword is passed and set to False. - add set_syserr_cb() function; it's used by gevent internally. - gevent now installs syserr callback using libev's set_syserr_cb. This callback is called when libev encounters an error it cannot recover from. The default action is to print a message and abort. With the callback installed, a SystemError() is now raised in the main greenlet. - renamed 'backend_fd' property to 'fileno()' method. (not available if you build gevent against system libev) - added 'asynccnt' property (not available if you build gevent against system libev) - made loop.__repr__ output a bit more compact - the watchers check the arguments for validness now (previously invalid argument would crash libev). - The 'async' watcher now has send() method; - fixed time() function - libev has been upgraded to latest CVS version. - libev has been patched to use send()/recv() for evpipe on windows when libev_vfd.h is in effect
resolver_ares: - Slightly improved compatibility with stdlib's socket in some error cases.
socket: - Fixed close() method not to reference any globals - Fixed issue #115: _dummy gets unexpected Timeout arg - Removed _fileobject used for python 2.4 compatibility in socket.py - Fixed issue #94: fallback to buffer if memoryview fails in _get_memory on python 2.7
monkey: - Removed patch_httplib() - Fixed issue #112: threading._sleep is not patched. Thanks to David LaBissoniere. - Added get_unpatched() function. However, it is slightly broken at the moment.
backdoor: - make 'locals()' not spew out __builtin__.__dict__ in backdoor - add optional banner argument to BackdoorServer
servers: - add server.DatagramServer; - StreamServer: 'ssl_enabled' is now a read-only property - servers no longer have 'kill' method; it has been renamed to 'close'. - listeners can now be configured as strings, e.g. ':80' or 80 - modify baseserver.BaseServer in such a way that makes it a good base class for both StreamServer and DatagramServer - BaseServer no longer accepts 'backlog' parameter. It is now done by StreamServer. - BaseServer implements start_accepting() and stop_accepting() methods - BaseServer now implements "temporarily stop accepting" strategy - BaseServer now has _do_read method which does everything except for actually calling accept()/recvfrom() - pre_start() method is renamed to init_socket() - renamed _stopped_event to _stop_event - 'started' is now a read-only property (which actually reports state of _stop_event) - post_stop() method is removed - close() now sets _stop_event(), thus setting 'started' to False, thus causing serve_forever() to exit - _tcp_listener() function is moved from baseserver.py to server.py - added 'fatal_errors' class attribute which is a tuple of all errnos that should kill the server
coros: - Semaphore: add _start_notify() method - Semaphore: avoid copying list of links; rawlink() no longer schedules notification
Added 'ref' property to all watchers. Settings it to False make watcher call ev_unref/ev_ref appropriately so that this watcher does not prevent loop.run()/hub.join()/run() from exiting. Made resolver_ares.Resolver use 'ref' property for internal watcher.
In all servers, method "kill" was renamed to "close". The old name is available as deprecated alias.
Added a few properties to the loop: backend_fd, fdchangecnt, timercnt.
Upgraded c-ares to 1.7.5+patch.
Fixed getaddrinfo to return results in the order (::1, IPv4, IPv6).
Fixed getaddrinfo() to handle integer of string type. Thanks to kconor.
Fixed gethostbyname() to handle '' (empty string).
Fixed getaddrinfo() to convert UnicodeEncodeError into error('Int or String expected').
Fixed getaddrinfo() to uses the lowest 16 bits of passed port integer similar to built-in _socket.
Fixed getnameinfo() to call getaddrinfo() to process arguments similar to built-in _socket.
Fixed gethostbyaddr() to use getaddrinfo() to process arguments.
version_info is now a 5-tuple.
Added handle_system_error() method to Hub (used internally).
Fixed Hub's run() method to never exit. This prevent inappropriate switches into parent greenlet.
Fixed Hub.join() to return True if Hub was already dead.
Added 'event' argument to Hub.join().
Added run() function to gevent top level package.
Fixed Greenlet.start() to exit silently if greenlet was already started rather than raising AssertionError.
Fixed Greenlet.start() not to schedule another switch if greenlet is already dead.
Fixed gevent.signal() to spawn Greenlet instead of raw greenlet. Also it'll switch into the new greenlet immediately instead of scheduling additional callback.
Do monkey patch create_connection() as gevent's version works better with gevent.socket.socket than the standard create_connection.
pywsgi: make sure we don't try to read more requests if socket operation failed with EPIPE
pywsgi: if we failed to send the reply, change 'status' to socket error so that the logs mention the error.
Fixed a bug in gevent.queue.Channel class. (Thanks to Alexey Borzenkov)
Backward-incompatible changes:
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The gevent.socket module:
DNS functions now use c-ares library rather than libevent-dns. This fixes a number of problems with name resolving: - Issue #2: DNS resolver no longer breaks after fork(). You still need to call gevent.fork() (os.fork is monkey
patched with it if monkey.patch_all() was called).
The following functions were added to socket module - gethostbyname_ex - getnameinfo - gethostbyaddr - getfqdn
Removed undocumented bind_and_listen and tcp_listener
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gevent.ssl module:
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gevent.event module:
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gevent.pywsgi module:
gevent.core module:
gevent.http and gevent.wsgi modules:
Thanks to Ralf Schmitt for pywsgi, a number of fixes for wsgi, help with baseserver and server modules, improving setup.py and various other patches and suggestions.
Thanks to Uriel Katz for pywsgi patches.
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gevent.wsgi module:
gevent.core module:
gevent.socket module:
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Changed Timeout API in a backward-incompatible way: Timeout.__init__() does not start the timer immediately anymore; Timeout.start() must be called explicitly. A shortcut - Timeout.start_new() - is provided that creates and starts a Timeout.
Added gevent.Greenlet class which is a subclass of greenlet that adds a few useful methods join/get/kill/link.
spawn() now returns Greenlet instance. The old spawn, which returns py.magic.greenlet instance, can be still accessed as spawn_raw().
The implementation of Greenlet is an improvement on proc module, with these bugs fixed:
Added pool.Pool class with the methods compatible to the standard multiprocessing.pool: apply, map and others. It also has spawn method which is always async and returns a Greenlet instance.
Added gevent.event module with 2 classes: Event and AsyncResult. Event is a drop-in replacement for threading.Event, supporting set/wait/get methods. AsyncResult is an extension of Event that supports exception passing via set_exception method.
Added queue.JoinableQueue class with task_done and join methods.
Renamed core.read and core.write classes to core.read_event and core.write_event.
gevent.pywsgi: pulled Mike Barton's eventlet patches that fix double content-length issue.
Fixed setup.py to search more places for system libevent installation. This fixes 64bit CentOS 5.3 installation issues, hopefully covers other platforms as well.
The following items were added to the gevent top level package:
The following items were marked as deprecated:
Internally, gevent.greenlet was split into a number of modules:
Thanks to Jason Toffaletti for reporting the installation issue and providing a test case for WSGI double content-length header bug.
Started as eventlet 0.8.11 fork, with the intention to support only libevent as a backend. Compared to eventlet, this version has a much simpler API and implementation and a few severe bugs fixed, namely
There's a test in my repo of eventlet that reproduces both of them: http://bitbucket.org/denis/eventlet/src/tip/greentest/test__socket.py
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AlbuRx® 25, Albumin (Human) 25% solution is a sterile aqueous solution for intravenous administration containing the albumin component of human blood. This product is prepared from the plasma of US donors. The product has been produced by alcohol fractionation and has been heated for 10 hours at 60°C for inactivation of infectious agents. The results of virus validation studies have shown that the manufacturing process, particularly alcohol fractionation, eliminates enveloped and non-enveloped viruses. Additionally, heat treatment at 60°C for a period of 10 hours efficiently inactivates viruses. The solution contains 130-160 milliequivalents of sodium per liter (mEq/L) and the potassium content is not over 2 mEq/L. The aluminum content does not exceed 200 µg/L. The solution is stabilized with 0.08 millimole of sodium acetyltryptophanate plus 0.08 millimole of sodium caprylate per gram of albumin. The solution contains no preservative.
3.1 General Principles17
3.1.1 Volume Deficit
Since the oncotic pressure of AlbuRx® 25, Albumin (Human) 25% solution is about four times higher than that of normal human serum, it will expand the plasma volume if interstitial water is available for an inflow through the capillary walls. However, many patients suffering from an acute volume deficit also have some degree of interstitial dehydration. In the absence of hyperhydration, the treatment of an acute volume deficit with AlbuRx® 25 should therefore include isotonic electrolyte solutions with an albumin:electrolyte ratio of 1:3 or 1:4. By contrast, chronic volume deficits have usually been at least partially compensated for by the renal retention of sodium and water with some degree of tissue edema, and in these circumstances a trial with AlbuRx® 25 only is indicated. In any case, an anemia of clinically relevant magnitude requires specific treatment, and the metabolic needs of the patient with respect to fluid and electrolytes must be cared for.
3.1.2 Oncotic Deficit
The common causes of hypoproteinemia are protein-calorie malnutrition, defective absorption in gastro-intestinal disorders, faulty albumin synthesis in chronic hepatic failure, increased protein catabolism postoperatively or with sepsis, and abnormal renal losses of albumin with chronic kidney disease. In all these settings, the circulating albumin mass is initially maintained by a gradual transfer of extravascular albumin to the circulation, and hypoproteinemia ensues only when this compensatory potential has been exhausted. This implies that manifest hypoproteinemia is usually accompanied by a hidden extravascular albumin deficit of equal magnitude as the measurable intravascular deficit, which must be allowed for if AlbuRx® 25, Albumin (Human) 25% solution is infused because of the capillary permeability of that protein.
The primary sequel of the oncotic deficit resulting from hypoproteinemia is a loss of plasma and a gain of interstitial volume with increased lymphatic flow. As a secondary response, the kidney retains sodium and water which distribute themselves on both sides of the capillary walls and the plasma volume may be returned almost to normal when the interstitial hydrostatic pressure increases sufficiently to compensate for the decrease of the serum oncotic pressure. This chain of events is accelerated by the infusion of crystalloid fluids. The plasma volume is maintained at the price of interstitial edema.2
There is some evidence that a serum oncotic pressure near 20 mmHg equaling a total serum protein (TSP) concentration of 5.2 g/100 mL represents a threshold, below which the risk of complications increases.17 The target organs of hypoproteinemia include the skin, the lungs, and the intestine.10 Cutaneous edema lowers the oxygen tension of wounds and may thus impair the healing process.5 An oncotic deficit favors the development of interstitial pulmonary edema4 and the intestinal accumulation of fluids, which may progress to a paralytic ileus.9
Relief of the basic pathology is the definitive mode of therapy for the restoration of the plasma protein content, but this process takes time to become effective, and the rapid correction of a critical oncotic deficit by the administration of AlbuRx® 25, Albumin (Human) 25% solution possibly in conjunction with a diuretic may therefore be indicated, particularly in high-risk patients who have undergone abdominal, cardio-vascular, thoracic, or urologic surgery or who have acute bacteremia. In notably catabolic patients, attempts to raise the TSP level above 6 g/100 mL usually prove futile, even with massive doses of Albumin (Human).17
It is emphasized that whereas AlbuRx® 25, Albumin (Human) 25% solution may be necessary to prevent or treat the aforementioned acute complications of hypoproteinemia, it is not indicated for treatment of the chronic condition itself.
3.2 Specific Indications17
3.2.1 Acute circumstances in which AlbuRx® 25, Albumin (Human) 25% solution use is usually appropriate
Though electrolyte solutions such as Ringer's lactate and colloid-containing plasma substitutes may be used as an emergency treatment of shock, AlbuRx® 25, Albumin (Human) 25% solution used according to the aforementioned principles has a much longer intravascular half-life and may therefore be preferable. In addition, anemia of clinically relevant magnitude requires specific therapy with red cells.
Immediate therapy during the first 24 hours is directed at the administration of large volumes of crystalloid solutions and lesser amounts of AlbuRx® 25, Albumin (Human) 25% solution to maintain an adequate plasma volume and protein (colloid) content. For continuation of therapy beyond 24 hours, larger amounts of AlbuRx® 25 and lesser amounts of crystalloid are generally used.17 An optimum regimen for the use of Albumin (Human), electrolytes, and fluid in the early treatment of burns has, however, not yet been established.
With restoration of normal capillary function, a close relationship exists once again between infused Albumin (Human) and resultant increase in plasma oncotic pressure. A goal should be sought of maintaining a plasma albumin concentration of about 2.5 ±0.5 g/100 mL or a plasma oncotic pressure of 20 mmHg (equivalent to a TSP concentration of 5.2 g/100 mL).17 In the presence of extensive granulating wounds, a daily loss of up to 30 g of albumin may continue into the late post-burn period.1 Protein-rich oral feedings, or adequate parenteral nutrition should be included in the overall regimen to the fullest possible extent, though such treatment does not permit the rapid correction of an oncotic deficit.
3.2.2 Acute circumstances in which AlbuRx® 25, Albumin (Human) 25% solution use may be appropriate
Adult Respiratory Distress Syndrome
Several factors are usually involved in the development of the state now commonly called the adult respiratory distress syndrome, one of these being a hypoproteinemic fluid overload. If present, this may be corrected by the use of AlbuRx® 25, Albumin (Human) 25% solution and a diuretic.14,17
Cardiopulmonary Bypass
An adequate blood volume during cardiopulmonary bypass can be maintained with crystalloids as the only pump priming fluid, but only at the price of interstitial edema. A commonly employed program is an AlbuRx® 25, Albumin (Human) 25% solution and crystalloid pump prime adjusted so as to achieve a hematocrit of 20% and a plasma albumin level of 2.5 g/100 mL in the patient, but the level to which either may be lowered safely has not yet been defined.17
Pre- and postoperative Hypoproteinemia
Patients undergoing major surgery may lose more than half of their circulating albumin mass6,9,15, and complications attributable to an oncotic deficit may occur in such cases, as well as in septic and intensive care patients. Oncotic therapy with AlbuRx® 25, Albumin (Human) 25% solution may therefore be indicated in such patients, according to the principles outlined in 3.1.2. Temporary redistribution of protein is usually not an indication for Albumin (Human).
Third Space Problems of Infectious Origin
The sequestration of protein-rich fluid during acute peritonitis, pancreatitis, mediastinitis or extensive cellulitis may be of sufficient magnitude to require the treatment of a volume or an oncotic deficit with AlbuRx® 25, Albumin (Human) 25% solution3, although this occurrence is relatively rare.
Acute Liver Failure
In acute liver failure, AlbuRx® 25, Albumin (Human) 25% solution may serve the triple purpose of stabilizing the circulation, correcting an oncotic deficit and binding excessive serum bilirubin. The therapeutic approach is guided by the individual circumstances.17
Acute Nephrosis
Patients with acute nephrosis may prove refractory to cyclophosphamide or steroid therapy and their edema may even be aggravated initially by steroids. In such cases, a response may be elicited by combining 100 mL of 2025% Albumin (Human) solution with an appropriate diuretic. This combination should be repeated daily for about one week, after which the patient may react satisfactorily to drug therapy.17
The use of AlbuRx® 25, Albumin (Human) 25% solution for blood volume support may be indicated if circulatory instability follows the withdrawal of ascitic fluid.
Red Cell Resuspension Media
As a rule, the use of Albumin (Human) for resuspending red cells can be dispensed with. However, in exceptional circumstances such as certain types of exchange transfusions and the use of very large volumes of erythrocyte concentrates and frozen or washed red cells, the addition of AlbuRx® 25, Albumin (Human) 25% solution to the resuspension medium may be indicated in order to provide sufficient volume and/or avoid excessive hypoproteinemia during the subsequent transfusion. If necessary, 2025 g or more of Albumin (Human) per liter of red cell suspension should be added as a concentrated solution to the isotonic, electrolyte suspension of erythrocytes immediately before transfusion, the individual dosage depending on the TSP level of the recipient.
Renal Dialysis
Patients undergoing long-term hemodialysis may need AlbuRx® 25, Albumin (Human) 25% solution for the treatment of a volume or an oncotic deficit. As a rule, the initial dose should not exceed 100 mL of a 2025% solution, and the patients should be carefully observed for signs of a circulatory overload, to which they are particularly sensitive.
Hemolytic Disease of the Newborn
AlbuRx® 25, Albumin (Human) 25% solution may be indicated in order to bind and thus detoxify free serum bilirubin in severely hemolytic infants pending an exchange transfusion.
3.2.3 Circumstances in which AlbuRx® 25, Albumin (Human) 25% solution use is not justified
For the reasons set forth in sections 2. and 3.1, there is no valid reason for the use of AlbuRx® 25, Albumin (Human) 25% solution as an intravenous nutrient or for treating the stabilized hypoproteinemia accompanying chronic cirrhosis, chronic nephrosis, protein-losing enteropathy, malabsorption and pancreatic insufficiency.
If, however, a patient in this category has to cope with a superimposed acute stress, e.g. anesthesia, surgery or major infections, the patient's hemodynamic state, oncotic deficit and fluid balance should be carefully assessed and the appropriate steps taken as indicated by the individual circumstances.
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Effects of combined lipoic acid and pyridoxine on albuminuria, advanced glycation
end-products, and blood pressure in diabetic nephropathy. [2013]This study was designed to investigate the effects of combined administration of
lipoic acid and pyridoxine on albuminuria, oxidative stress, blood pressure,
serum advanced glycation end-products, nitric oxide (NO), and endothelin-1 in
patients with diabetic nephropathy.
High-dose albumin treatment for acute ischaemic stroke (ALIAS) Part 2: a
randomised, double-blind, phase 3, placebo-controlled trial. [2013]proportion of patients with a favourable outcome... INTERPRETATION: Our findings show no clinical benefit of 25% albumin in patients
Albumin resuscitation for traumatic brain injury: is intracranial hypertension
the cause of increased mortality? [2013]Mortality is higher in patients with traumatic brain injury (TBI) resuscitated
with albumin compared with saline, but the mechanism for increased mortality is
Associations of albuminuria in patients with chronic heart failure: findings in the ALiskiren Observation of heart Failure Treatment study. [2011.07]CONCLUSIONS: Increased UACR is common in patients with heart failure, including non-diabetics. Urinary albumin creatinine ratio is independently associated with HbA1c and NT-proBNP, even in non-diabetic patients.
Long-term effects of fosinopril and pravastatin on cardiovascular events in subjects with microalbuminuria:Ten years of follow-up of Prevention of Renal and Vascular End-stage Disease Intervention Trial (PREVEND IT). [2011.06]BACKGROUND: The PREVEND IT investigated whether treatment targeted at lowering urinary albumin excretion (UAE) would reduce adverse cardiovascular events. We obtained extended follow-up data to approximately 10 years to investigate the long-term effects of fosinopril 20 mg and pravastatin 40 mg on cardiovascular outcomes in subjects with UAE >15 mg per 24 hours... CONCLUSIONS: Elevated UAE is associated with increased cardiovascular mortality and morbidity after 9.5 years of follow-up, with a doubling of the risk if the UAE is >50 mg per 24 hours. In this group, the benefits of 4-year treatment with fosinopril were sustained during posttrial follow-up for cardiovascular mortality and morbidity. We propose that UAE be used to estimate risk in the general population and that large clinical trials be designed to confirm the hypothesis that angiotensin-converting enzyme-inhibitor treatment may be beneficial in patients with mildly elevated UAE despite the absence of other comorbidities. Copyright (c) 2011 Mosby, Inc. All rights reserved.
Efficacy and Safety of Plasma Exchange With 5% Albutein in Beta-Amyloid Peptide Clearance in Cerebrospinal Fluid [Recruiting]
The purpose of this study is to evaluate the efficacy and safety of plasma exchange with 5%
albumin in beta-amyloid peptide clearance in cerebrospinal fluid, and its effects in
patients with mild-moderate Alzheimer's disease.
Study to Evaluate the Safety of Kedbumin 25% Versus Normal Saline in the Treatment of Post-Surgical Hypovolemia in Pediatric Patients [Not yet recruiting]
This is a randomized, controlled, open-label clinical trial to be conducted at approximately
12 surgical and pediatric intensive care units (SICU/NICU/PICU) in the US, over a period of
22 months, with 6 months for trial set-up, 12 months of simultaneous subject enrollment and
30 days of treatment/follow-up period, and 3 months for study close-out.
The study population will consist of at least 60 male and female pediatric subjects between
0 days and 12 years of age, undergoing cardiac, abdominal, orthopedic or transplant surgery
with an approximately equal number of subjects (n=10 to 25) in three of the four age groups:
(29 days to 23 months), (2 to 5 years 11 months) and (6 years to 12 years) cohorts.
Regarding the youngest age group of 0 to 28 days, the minimum number of patients to be
enrolled in the study will not be predefined as very a small number of elective surgical
procedures is expected in this population.
Safety concerns and eventual safety signals, as well as recruitment rate, will be monitored
annually (starting from the enrollment of the 60th subject) by an independent Safety
Monitoring Board (SMB), which will be appointed prior to study initiation and submitted to
the FDA. The responsibilities of the SMB will be defined in ad hoc document, in which the
threshold for acceptable safety will also be set.
During the conduct of the study on the first 60 patients, if there is any safety signal
linked to the primary safety endpoint (i. e. pulmonary fluid overload) or imbalance in the
incidence of AEs between the treatment and control groups or based on relevant literature,
as judged by the SMB, the enrolment will be increased to 100 patients using the same age
stratification approach defined above (n=20 to 30 in each age group).
Potential subjects will be pre-screened and informed consent/assent will be obtained from
the subject and/or subject's parents or guardians prior to surgery. Post-surgery, the
subject will be admitted to the Surgical, Neonatal, or Pediatric Intensive Care Unit
(SICU/NICU/PICU) for postoperative recovery and care management. Subjects who show signs of
hypovolemia as judged by the Principal Investigator (PI) will be screened to determine their
eligibility to participate in this trial. Subjects will then be randomized to receive
treatment with Kedbumin 25% or the comparator, normal saline (sodium chloride 0. 9%).
There is no specific post-treatment regimen for this protocol, as all subjects will receive
the standard post-operative care based on their clinical status and response to treatment at
the discretion of the Investigator.
Vital signs and fluid management/replacement therapy recorded in the medical chart and
results of standard complete blood count (CBC), biochemistry, and hematology and coagulation
lab panels will be reviewed and recorded by research staff at specified time points,
according to the hospital standard of care. Additionally, research staff will review and
record daily lactate, urine albumin, blood urea nitrogen (BUN), creatinine, and non-invasive
measurements at the following time points: Baseline, 6hr, 12hr, 24hr, 36hr, 48hr, and 72hr
post-onset of hypovolemia), until hemodynamic stability is achieved. Hemodynamic stability
will be evaluated based on site-specific age-defined reference ranges for heart rate, blood
pressure, urine output, and cardiac index in children.
The volume, rate and frequency of the Investigational Medicinal Product (IMP, either
Kedbumin 25% or normal saline) administered will be recorded in addition to the type,
timing, and amount of all other fluids administered. The time to hemodynamic stability,
duration of stability once attained, and any relapse requiring additional treatment or use
of secondary resuscitation strategies will be recorded. Subjects who demonstrate hemodynamic
stability within 3 days after treatment initiation and then relapse into hemodynamic
instability as a result of surgical complications or infection will exit from the study, but
the data be considered for the safety analysis. These subjects should continue treatment
according the clinical practice standard since the study is not intended to evaluate the
efficacy of Kedbumin 25%.
Treatment of Subarachnoid Hemorrhage With Human Albumin [Recruiting]
The purpose of this study is to evaluate the tolerability and safety of 25 percent human
albumin therapy in patients with subarachnoid hemorrhage.
Human Albumin for the Treatment of Ascites in Patients With Hepatic Cirrhosis [Recruiting]
Ascites is the most frequent complication of liver cirrhosis and carries a significant
worsening of the prognosis. Approximately 10% of patients per year develop refractory
ascites because of either the lack of response to medical treatment or the onset of
diuretic-induced complications that preclude the use of an effective dosage. Refractory
ascites is associated with an increased incidence of severe complications of cirrhosis.
Thus, the overall probability of survival of patients with refractory ascites is very poor,
being approximately 30% at 2 years. Repeated large-volume paracentesis, transjugular
intrahepatic portosystemic shunt (TIPS), and liver transplantation represent the therapeutic
alternatives for refractory ascites. As renal sodium retention and ascites formation are the
consequence of portal hypertension and effective hypovolemia, the preservation of the
central blood volume represents a major purpose in the management of patients with advanced
cirrhosis. Although albumin is responsible for about 70% of the plasma oncotic pressure, the
absence of large multicenter randomized studies together with its high cost explains why
albumin infusion is not usually included among the therapeutic options for
difficult-to-treat ascites.
The objective of the present study is to define the effectiveness of the prolonged
administration of human albumin in the treatment of liver cirrhosis with ascitic
decompensation. This goal will be reached by performing a multicenter, prospective,
randomized clinical trial comparing the efficacy of chronic albumin administration on top of
standard medical treatment versus standard medical treatment alone in patients with
cirrhosis and ascites.
The study will be conducted in 44 Italian clinical centers and will enrol 440 in- or
out-patients affected by liver cirrhosis with uncomplicated ascites who will be randomized
with a ratio of 1: 1. The duration of the study for each patient is 18 months from
randomization. The enrolment of patients will last 18 months and will be competitive between
centers. Treatment will be interrupted if one of the following condition occur: orthotopic
liver transplantation, TIPS, need of 3 paracentesis/month (indication to TIPS), patient
refusal to continue, and medical judgement.
An ancillary optional study will be performed in a subset of patients to analyze the
non-oncotic properties of albumin.
The Efficacy and Safety Study of ALbumin Therapy in Acute Ischemic Stroke [Not yet recruiting]
In this clinical study, the efficacy and safety of ALbumin is to be evaluated for the
patients occurred within 12 hours of acute ischemic stroke.
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Gov. Nikki Haley retains strong support among South Carolinas Republicans but has not done much to increase her support outside that group, a new poll shows.
A new Winthrop poll of 929 South Carolinians found that 42.4 percent of its registered voters disapproved of her job performance to date, while 40 percent approved.
However, the poll found 61.5 percent of Republican voters like the way shes doing her job, while only 19.5 percent do not.
Haley spokesman Rob Godfrey said today the governor is in governing mode, not political mode. The most notable thing in the poll was that South Carolinians are starting to feel better about the local economy and the direction of our state, he said. Thats good news, and its well-deserved, because were coming out of the recession very strongly.
About 49 percent of respondents said South Carolinas economic condition is getting better, while 32 percent said its getting worse. About 18 percent said they werent sure.
The poll showed that 48 percent of South Carolina residents approve of President Barack Obamas job performance, while 42 percent did not. However, if the sample includes only registered voters, then 49 percent disapproved while only 43 percent approved. Obama lost this state to Republican Mitt Romney by a 55-44 margin.
Only 6 percent of those polls identified themselves as members of the tea party movement, lower than in previous Winthrop polls.
Read more in tomorrows Post and Courier.
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Christmas in mythic realms must be confusing…If you run into an elf, is he going to kill your or make a toy? Read on and discover the finest of elven kind who were immortal and deadly!
Hermey is the original badass elf who was the first to fall from grace and later strike out on his own as a dentist. What makes him deadly is that his example will inevitably spawn an entire race of elven outcast yuppies to become tiny lawyers, real estate moguls and lobbyists. It's only a matter of time until some elven country club is frowning upon pointy hats in the clubhouse.
She summons water stallions with a sword. Your girlfriend, on the other hand, summons Gumby's Pizza with an iPhone she can't afford.
Nuada is a rare example of a decently-portrayed antagonist who did what he thought was best for his people, which occasionally means murdering your dad and being a creeper around your sister. He's more or less a kung-fu version of Commodus from "Gladiator" if he owned the entire Cannibal Corpse catalog.
Okay okay, he's more "dead" than "deadly", but close enough. Dobby squeaks onto this list on technicality, in that he "was" immortal until he got in the way of a knife via Bellatrix LeStrange.
It bears mentioning that elves are often confused for other small mythical creatures like dwarves, sprites, gnomes and leprechauns. In many ways, "Leprechaun in the Hood" is merely "Elf" for the working class, if the working class were all stoners who slept on pizza boxes.
There's a look that ladies get when they catch dudes talking about Lord of the Rings, one of disgust/disdain that makes them wonder how the hell dorks like these could command their attention. Then, somehow, Legolas is mentioned, and those women melt away into some kind of weird brain-gasm trance. He is the Fonzi of Middle Earth, a character that captures both the respect of men and the panties of women in a way that Twi-hards will never understand.
He kills Bernie Mac! With a van! Then he betrays his own gin-soaked partner at gunpoint during their big score! What a badass little elf! The vastly underrated "Bad Santa" is unforgettable gem, making Marcus immortal. On Netflix.
Speaking of the dark side of Christmas, you'll never believe this one. It turns out the Santa Claus in the Netherlands looks a lot like the pope, and his helpers are Afro-European elves called Zwarte Pieten (Google translation: "Black Helpers"). Even better, these little guys have been recently depicted as getting arrested after trying to break into people's houses to give them presents. Dear Sinterklaas: All I want this year is for John Singleton to make "Zwarte Pieten: Christmas in Compton".
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WORCESTER, Mass. – The Holy Cross women's basketball team could not find a way to overcome a double-digit deficit, dropping a 53-39 decision to Navy at the Hart Center. With the final tally, the Crusaders move to a record of 6-13 (2-2 PL) on the season, while the Midshipmen collect a record of 11-7 (4-0 PL). Senior Whitney Fremeau (Manchester, N.H.) led the squad with 12 points and added five rebounds.
Holy Cross and Navy combined for eight total points, four apiece, to begin the first half. Sophomore Amy Lepley (Norfolk, Mass.) and freshman Brisje Malone (Springfield, Mass.) hit jumpers for the Crusaders to start off. Navy broke the 4-4 tie at 12:43, going ahead 6-4 and ending a six minute scoring drought for both teams. Fremeau answered with a lay-up, tying the score as Holy Cross then went on a 5-0 run to take a 9-6 lead at 11:11. Navy followed with a nine-point run, earning a 15-9 advantage with 8:24 on the clock. Back-to-back three point shots by the Midshipmen gave Navy its first double-digit advantage, 21-11 two minutes later. Freshman Alex Smith (Delran, N.J.) and Malone combined for the Crusaders' next five points, as Navy maintained a 23-16 lead with five minutes to go in the front half. Holy Cross rounded out the half on a 3-2 run, remaining down 25-19 heading into the locker room. Malone led the Crusaders with eight points in the first 20 minutes, as the squad shot 28.6 percent from the floor (8 of 28). Navy hit 32.3 percent of its shot attempts (10 of 31).
Navy pulled back ahead by 10 points, 29-19, in the first two minutes of the second half, hitting its fourth three-point shot of the game. Each team added four points, bringing the score to 33-23 at 15:40 as Lepley and Fremeau tallied the two baskets for Holy Cross. Navy stayed in control over the next four minutes of play, holding the Crusaders to one field goal and staying up 35-25. At 9:02, Holy Cross came back within five points of the Midshipmen, 38-33, collecting three-point shots from Lepley and Smith. Navy would dominate the glass and capitalized on Holy Cross turnovers next, pulling back out to a 43-33 lead at 7:02. The Crusaders found themselves down by a 12-point margin, 45-33, at 4:34 but rallied right away as Smith hit her third three-point shot in the game at 4:29. Holy Cross finished slow down the stretch, not making a basket for over three minutes as Navy went ahead 51-36 with just over one minute to go in the game. Fremeau hit a late three-point shot to break the scoring drought, but Holy Cross was forced to foul the rest of the way, falling by the final 53-39 score.
In addition to Fremeau's 12 points, Lepley tallied 10 points and a team-high six rebounds. The Holy Cross bench was not a factor, as no bench player was able to score. In the game, the Crusaders shot 29.4 percent (15-for-51) while the Midshipmen shot 36.4 percent (20-for-55). Navy finished with a 41-31 rebounding edge and was led by senior guard Angela Myers with 14 points and six assists.
On Saturday, Jan. 22, the Holy Cross women's basketball team travels to Washington, D.C. to play against American (13-4, 3-0 PL), for a 2:00 p.m. match-up at the Bender Arena. The contest serves as the program's 1,000th game, dating back to 1974 when the Crusaders started up as a Division III squad.


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WESTBOROUGH, Mass. – Albert J. McMahon of Westborough died Jan. 29 at Beaumont Rehabilitation and Skilled Nursing Center. He was 89.
Born April 10, 1923, in South Boston, he was the son of Albert and Bertha M. Crosbie McMahon. He was educated in Westborough schools and was a 1941 graduate of Westborough High School, where he earned many athletic awards, was inducted into the hall of fame and was elected president of his senior class.
He went on to play semi-professional football for many years in Westborough, playing home games at Bay State Field. During World War II, he served with the Army in Europe and attained the rank of staff sergeant.
McMahon was employed as a press grinder at Bay State Abrasives for 10 years. He then worked as an oil machine operator at Wyman-Gordon for 27 years prior to his retirement.
He was predeceased by his wife, Mildred H. Russell McMahon.
He is survived by a sister, Nellie McNiff, of Grafton; and many nieces and nephews.
He was predeceased by five siblings, Howard, Bertha, Henry, Leslie and William McMahon.
A funeral service will be held at noon Monday at Britton-Summers Funeral Home in Westborough. Burial with military honors will follow at St. Luke's Cemetery. Visitation is from 11 a.m. until the start of the funeral service.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to St. Luke the Evangelist Church Memorial Fund, 70 West Main St., Westborough, MA 01581.


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No New 'Torchwood' In 2012
Eve Myles says what we may have already known: everything is on hold
If you're looking to see when "Torchwood" will be available on your television dial in 2012, you might want to look for something else.
As expected, there is no movement behind producing more "Torchwood," either by BBC or its new American home Starz, which aired "Miracle Day" last year.
And now the actress who plays Welsh cop Gwen Cooper is making it official.
"Nothing's going to happen in 2012, I know that much for sure," Eve Myles recently told Cult Box. "But who knows what will happen in 2013. Maybe a movie, to kind of draw a line under it."
Despite the hype going into "Miracle Day," the most recent season of "Torchwood" under-performed when it came to actual audience. But because Starz is a premium cable channel that does not depend on viewer totals for specific shows, it becomes more about how many new subscribers signed on to Starz because of "Torchwood."
The fact that more "Torchwood" was not ordered may have more to do with its showrunner Russell T. Davies than anything else. Davies is currently back in England, caring for his partner who was diagnosed with cancer. Before that, however, Davies announced he was working on a new project for Showtime, the premium cable channel that aired an American version of his British hit "Queer as Folk," and that seemed to anger the leadership at Starz, who implied that Davies was too distracted to continue "Torchwood."
"Torchwood" is a spinoff of the popular genre series "Doctor Who." It features John Barrowman as Capt. Jack Harkness and a band of alien hunters protecting the Earth.
Over the course of four seasons, characters have come and gone, the main base in Cardiff, Wales, was destroyed, and although there was a slight relocation to the United States for "Miracle Day," what's happening next is up in the air.
The show has built popularity over its short life. It premiered on BBC Three in 2006, but moved to BBC Two in 2008. The main BBC channel aired the five-episode third season, "Children of Earth," which one vast critical acclaim. Starz and BBC Worldwide ordered a 10-episode season of "Torchwood" that aired in 2011. Starz stepped in after the Fox network passed on the idea.
So yes, there may be some time before "Torchwood" is on again, but there is a good chance it will be on again.
"That's the thing about 'Torchwood,' every [season] we've changed our format," Myles said. "We've always had a gap in between, so fingers crossed, because we've got such an outstanding loyal fan base. They deserve 'Torchwood' to go ahead with something else to draw a line under it, for the fans to have a bit of closure."
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The College of Idaho is concerned for the welfare and personal development of each of its students. The college recognizes and affirms the values of personal responsibility and accountability and seeks to provide an atmosphere where these values are supported.
It should be recognized, however, that the college does not operate in a vacuum. Students and other members of the college community are a part of a larger society. Students are subject to the same federal, state and local regulations as the general public. Your actions reflect not only on yourself, but also on the college and its relationship within the community.
The following policy statements have been established to protect the rights of all students. It is hoped you will understand the rationale for them. If you have any questions or comments, please contact a member of the Student Affairs staff.
Campus Housing Policies
Policies are developed for three general purposes, to ensure the health and safety, especially fire safety, of residents; to clarify the business transaction and protect the college's property; and to facilitate a reasonable living environment for residents. At the beginning of each semester residents of each floor and in some cases each residence hall meet to create residence hall standards. As a group, residents determine such community standards as quiet hours, bathroom and floor cleanliness and etiquette, use of common areas and the best way to maintain the established standards. Resident Assistants facilitate these meetings and post the standards for each community. These standards are based upon the Residents' Rights and Responsibilities. Village apartments and rental houses have an addendum of policies unique to those living environments. This addendum is listed last at the end of this page.
Rights / Responsibilities
This document was written by a committee of residents and adopted in 2001.
- I have the right to a safe living environment.
- I have the responsibility to be aware and to regulate who is in my hall community, including guests and visitors, and to know what is going on around me at all times.
- I have the right to a reasonably peaceful and quiet space to sleep and study.
- I have the responsibility to observe quiet and courtesy hours, to keep stereo, television, and voices at a reasonable level, and to remind others that I expect the same from them.
- I have the right to choose my means of recreation and relaxation in and around the residence hall.
- I have the responsibility to modify my behavior so that it does not interfere with the rights of others or the laws of the State of Idaho and The College of Idaho.
- I have the right to personal privacy.
- I have the responsibility to respect the privacy of others and to assist the college in this effort.
- I have the right to confront another's behavior when it infringes upon my rights.
- I have the responsibility to examine my own behavior as part of this equation and to be reasonable and mature, both when confronting another about his/her behavior and when being confronted about my own behavior.
- I have the right to information.
- I have the responsibility to read and know the contents of the College of Idaho Student Life Honor Code and Residence Hall contract, and to keep myself informed by being involved in student government, reading bulletin boards, and being timely in communicating concerns or problems to residence hall and college staff.
Alcohol: Students of legal age who consume alcoholic beverages are expected to do so in moderation and in a manner that ensures other residents' rights to privacy, sleep and study. Students 21 and over may store and consume alcohol in their rooms or in other locations deemed appropriate by college officials. Residence Life staff may initiate a non-disciplinary meeting with any repeatedly intoxicated student to discuss behavioral and health concerns on The College's behalf.
Bathrooms: Bathroom facilities are intended for one sex only. Individuals should never be present in bathrooms designated for use by the opposite sex.
Bicycles: Bicycles must be stored in individual rooms or designated bicycle storage, available in residence halls and the Village.
Charges for repair and cleaning: Repair and cleaning charges are billed at $30.00/hour not including materials. The minimum charge is one hour.
Cleaning: Each residential unit is to be kept in order by its residents to maintain a comfortable, sanitary and welcoming environment. Kitchens and common areas must be cleaned after use. Any cleaning necessary as a result of specific activities is the responsibility of those students in attendance. In the event that adequate health and safety standards are not being maintained or that the condition of the living unit discourages a roommate, the college may have the room cleaned at the resident's expense.
College custodial staff regularly cleans residence hall bathrooms and common areas. Village apartments and rental houses are cleaned each summer when vacated.
Cleaning At Check-Out: Students are responsible for the condition of their rooms at check-out. When moving out of a room, it is the student's responsibility to remove all belongings and to clean the space. If the space is not adequately cleaned, residents must pay to have the room cleaned.
Common Area Spaces: Each residence hall has common area study and lounge facilities. These facilities are intended for use by all members of the community. Removal of furnishings from these areas is prohibited, as it hinders all residents' ability to use the space. Students who wish to use common area space for official functions must fill out an Event Registration Form through the Office for Student Involvement.
Community Nuisance: Some activities are not meant to take place indoors and by doing so add to wear and tear of the facility, as well as create a safety hazard and a nuisance to members of the community. Residents are asked to be mindful of their activities in the residence hall, and to monitor the impact the activity has on the community. If any activity becomes a nuisance, it may be prohibited.
Community Responsibility: The enforcement of campus polices is the responsibility of all members of the campus community. Students are expected to take reasonable actions to confront behavior that is in violation of community or campus standards. Any student present when a policy violation occurs may also be held responsible for the violation, even if that student is not directly involved.
Decorations: Residents may not mount flat screen televisions to walls. Residents also may not use nails to hang decorations from walls of campus residences. Nail and screw holes are difficult to repair.
Electrical Appliances: Televisions, stereos, alarm clocks, irons, microwaves, hot pots, coffee pots, small refrigerators and other appliances with self-contained heating units may be used in the residence halls. Open-element appliances such as hot plates, toasters, electric fry pans, and halogen lamps are prohibited and may be confiscated. To keep fire hazards to a minimum, cooking is allowed only in the kitchen facilities provided in each residence hall. Similarly, joining more than one extension cords or surge protector together ("daisy-chaining") is prohibited. If the number of otherwise permitted appliances operating on a single circuit creates a danger of circuitry overload, a college official may issue instruction for the safe use of the appliance in question or prohibit use.
Fire Safety: Use of fire or smoke-producing items such as Bunsen burners, portable stoves, kerosene lamps, candles, pipes and cigarettes is prohibited. Fire Department personnel, Campus Safety personnel and/or Residence Life staff may enter rooms and living areas during fire alarms to ensure compliance with evacuation procedures. The college reserves the right to assess living units and/or individuals for the cost of responding to false alarms.
Guest: A guest is defined as a person not assigned to a particular room but is in the room at the invitation of an occupant. A resident's privilege to have a guest is subject to the following limitations:
- A host of a guest must have the permission of roommate(s). Since the residents of a residence hall room are the ones most aware of the actions in that room, the residence life staff must rely on the roommate(s) to bring any guest policy infractions to their attention. If a roommate(s) is uncomfortable with guests in the room, he/she can seek the help of the residence life staff to rectify the situation.
- The presence of guests must not restrict the free access of legitimate occupant to all common spaces and private spaces they may have or create any situation that infringes on the right of the roommate(s) to remain undisturbed.
- The presence of a guest must not be constant or continuous.
- A guest may not occupy a student's room when the student is not present.
- A resident may not give a guest a college issued key or ID card.
- The resident must accompany the guest inside the building.
- Residents are responsible for the behavior of their guests and visitors. Residents may be subject to disciplinary action for the misconduct of a guest or visitor and are liable for any damages cause by a guest or visitor.
- A person may be denied permission to be a guest in the future by residence hall staff. Such action shall be taken when a staff member assesses that the person may pose a potential threat to students and/or property, that the person's presence becomes detrimental to the community, or that the person is not willing or able to abide by established college policies. The person shall be informed of the reason when she/he is asked to leave.
- Residents are responsible for reporting the presence of guests who are minors (under 18) to residence life staff and registering them in the RA Office.
Keys: Room, entry and in some cases storage keys are issued to residents at the beginning of occupancy. Keys are to be used only by the person to whom they are issued and may not be transferred or given to another person. It is illegal to duplicate college keys. Lost or stolen keys present a security risk and must be reported immediately to residence life staff. Residents will be charged for the cost of re-coring the door. Possession of a master key is prohibited and represents a serious violation of trust and safety; possession of a master key could result in expulsion from The College. A lost key will result in a minimum $40 key replacement charge. This covers the cost of new key(s), a replacement lock, and labor to replace the lock. In rental houses, when locks must be replaced on more than two doors, the student will be charged an additional $20 per door.
Pets: Fish that can be kept in aquariums no larger than 20 gallons and animal companions required for documented assistance purposes are allowed.
Recycling: Blue recycle bins are located in each living unit. Large, green dumpsters are also available throughout campus. Recyclable items can be co-mingled and include: plastics, cardboard, paperboard, paper and aluminum. All items must be free of food waste.
Repair requests: Requests for facility repairs should be submitted via a work order. Requests can also be made to a residence life staff member. By making a repair request, a student is authorizing college staff to enter that student's room or living area to make the requested repair.
Residence Hall/Village Fees: Residence Hall and Village enhancement funds program was established as a method to provide funds for the enhancement of common area spaces and to provide programming for community enrichment. If damage occurs in a common area and the individuals responsible are not identified, the cost of the repairs will be charged against the enhancement funds for the respective living unit. The Office of Residence Life reserves the right to use these fess for building improvements. These fees are not refundable. This program does not preclude the possibility of common area damage assessments for living units with high amounts of damage.
Room Furnishings: As a rule, room furhishings cannot be taken out of residentce hall or Village apartment rooms. If a resident would like to bring his or her own furnishings to replace those in the room, the resident must pay a $500 storage deposit, move the items to storage, and then return the items at check-out. If the items are returned in good condition, the resident will receive his or her $500 deposit back.
Safety to Self and Others: The Director of Residence Life (or designee) may temporarily suspend or reassign a resident to another facility and restrict a resident from specific facilities pending an investigation and/or hearing. Whenever, in the judgment of The College, the continued presence of a resident in a particular facility constitutes a danger to that resident, to the safety of other persons in the community or to college property, or the seriousness of the allegations warrant such action the Director (or designee) may also terminate that individual's housing agreement. The Office of Residence Life reserves the right to deny living arrangements to any student when the student's presence may be detrimental or disruptive to the living unit or pose a risk to the physical or mental well-being of the student or others. The Director of Residence Life shall grant immediate review by the end of the next business day on request of any resident so suspended, reassigned or restricted.
Safety Hazards: Maintaining a safe campus is a community responsibility. No person shall create a safety or health hazard in any residence hall through either their behavior or articles in their possession. Some furnishings, such as waterbeds and home-made lofts, create fire and other hazards and are prohibited.
Storage: Personal belongings cannot be stored in hallways, stairwells and common areas of residence halls. Limited storage is available in each resudence hall, the Village apartments and the rental houses. To use this storage, residents must register with Residence Life and may have to pay a fee. The College is not responsible or liable for any items damaged or stolen while being stored in campus facilities. Items left after the end of the academic year will be considered abandoned property and disposed of by Residence Life staff.
Telephones: Residence halls have a community-use telephone located outside of each RA Office. The Village apartments and rental houses have ports for phone hook-up.
Waste/garbage: Garbage bins are available in each living unit. Large blue dumpsters are located throughout campus. It is the resident's responsibility to dispose of his/her trash in appropriate containers. Students are expected to dispose of bodily fluids in the appropriate receptacles, such as a toilet or garbage can.
Community Standards
Each community is responsible for forming their own policies around issues listed below. If the community is unable to agree upon standards, the following descriptions will be used as the policy.
Decoration Policy
Students are free to display posters and other personal possessions within their assigned rooms and doors. However, possession or displays that are inconsistent with community standards or that could be construed to create a hostile environment cannot be displayed in general view of the public. Decorations in question must be removed if deemed to create a hostile or threatening environment or create an atmosphere that is inconsistent with community standards and a safe, respectful learning environment.
Noise and Quiet Hours
Residents are expected to be courteous about the noise they create at all times. Quiet hours are from midnight to 10 a.m. every day. During finals week, quiet hours will be extended to 24 hours a day beginning on the last day of classes until exam week is over.
Noxious Odor
A noxious odor is any aroma of such intensity that it becomes apparent to others. Any odor can become noxious or offensive when it is too strong. Examples include, but are not limited to body odor, smoke, incense, perfume, air freshening spray, spoiled foods, garbage or dirty laundry. When a noxious odor can be localized to a particular room, the resident(s) and/or guests are responsible for taking immediate corrective action.
Common Area Use
Each residence hall maintains common area spaces such as study lounges, game rooms and volleyball courts. RHA and Residence Life staff determine specific purposes and hours of operation.
Rental Houses
Alcohol/Illegal Substances
The college has the responsibility to enforce all local, state and federal laws. Any violation of these laws will result in action being taken. Any resident found to be drinking underage or contributing to minors will be documented in the college incident database and appropriate action will follow.
Unlike the residence halls, minors may be present in a house where alcohol is being stored or consumed, but are not allowed to possess or consume the alcohol themselves.
Fish and water dwelling amphibians are allowed.
The cost to repair damage is divided equally among all residents of a house, unless all residents agree that only one person is responsible. Students are billed for damages through their student account.
Fire Safety
Candles and fireplaces are not allowed to be burned in the rental houses. Smoking, the use of any type of pipe, incense, and any other fire hazard is prohibited. Smoke detectors must always be in good repair and active. Residents are responsible for making sure their detectors are working. Covering or disabling a detector is not allowed and will result in a fine. Maintenance and Operations will provide batteries if requested.
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Los Angeles /PRNewswire/ – The United States Green Building Council – Los Angeles Chapter (USGBC-LA) recently honored New Pacific Realty with its second annual Visionary Leadership Award; California State Senator Kevin Murray as Green Legislator of the Year; and the Los Angeles Community College District with the Sustainable Future Award at the USGBC-LA's second annual "Swing into Green" gala.
The Visionary Leadership Award recognizes New Pacific Realty for its commitment to sustainable design with 9900 Wilshire, which will be the first privately-financed LEED® Gold certified condominium project in the Western United States. Located on the site of the former Robinson's May department store in Beverly Hills, 9900 Wilshire is designed by Pritzker award-winning architect Richard Meier.
"We are honored to receive this prestigious award from the USGBC-LA," says David Margulies, chief executive officer of New Pacific Realty. "New Pacific Realty is committed to a greener, more sustainable way to build for our future. When completed, 9900 Wilshire will show that not only is green building the responsible way to build a better Southern California, but that it is economically feasible in the residential arena as well."
The Green Legislator of the Year Award recognizes California State Senator Kevin Murray (D-SD 24) for his years of leadership in promoting sustainable practices in California and for his authorship of Senate Bill 1 into law. Senate Bill 1, in conjunction with the California Solar Initiative, will create the largest solar energy program in the nation; provide long-term cost savings for ratepayers; install more than 3,000 megawatts of clean, renewable energy; diversify the State's energy portfolio; lessen dependence on fossil fuels; and create a flourishing, subsidy-free solar energy market in California.
The USGBC-LA's Sustainable Future Award this year recognizes the Board of Trustees and Larry Eisenberg, executive director of Facilities Planning, at the Los Angeles Community College District (LACCD). The LACCD is currently undertaking the largest public sector green building program in the United States, as funded by the $2.2 billion Proposition A/AA Bond Program. The LACCD opened its first green building in April 2006 at Los Angeles Valley College. The new maintenance and operations facility at Valley College is LEED certified, and has numerous features designed to reduce energy, water, and light impacts.
"As the largest community college district in the nation, we have a responsibility to lead the way in both the education of our students and the environment that we create on our campuses," says Michael Waxman, president of the board of trustees for the LACCD. "Our green building program is a cornerstone of our commitment to a green and sustainable future for our students, faculty and staff. We also hope that our actions will serve to inspire others."
About the United States Green Building Council - LA Chapter
The U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) is the nation's foremost coalition of leaders from every sector of the building industry working to promote buildings that are environmentally responsible, profitable and healthy places to live and work. The Council has more than 7,200 member organizations and a network of more than 80 regional chapters that are united to advance the Council's mission of transforming the building industry to sustainability. The mission of the USGBC-LA Chapter is to improve the economic, social and environmental performance of Southern California regional development through the integration of green building practices. Today, USGBC-LA represents the greater Los Angeles area, including Santa Barbara, that are committed to making their communities better places to live through smarter planning, better public policy, and greener development. For more information, visit www.USGBC-LA.org.
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Betty Young
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Bldg 201, Fort Mason
San Francisco, California 94123
Family Scientific Name:
Family Common Name:
Wax Myrtle Family
Scientific Name:
Morella californica
(Cham. & Schelt.) Wilbur
Common Synonym:
Myrica californica
Common Name:
California Wax Myrtle
Species Code:
Marin County, California
General Distribution:
M. californica
is found in moist canyons and slopes below 500 feet elevation; from Santa Monica mountains north to Washington.
Propagation Goal:
Propagation Method:
Product Type:
Container (plug)
Stock Type:
Deepot 40
Target Specifications:
Height: N/A
Caliper: N/A
Root System: Firm plug in container.
Propagule Collection:
Seeds are collected In January.
Mature berries are grey; 1/4 inch across.
Propagule Processing:
Seed Cleaning:N/A
Storage Conditions: Seeds are kept dry and stored in a refrigerator.
Pre-Planting Treatments:
Soak clean seeds overnight in fresh water. Drain and rinse in a 5% bleach solution for 1 minute. Rinse. Place seeds in a plastic freezer bag with an equal amount of ph neutral peat. Keep in refrigerator at 40F for 2 to 3 months or until seeds begin to germinate.
Growing Area Preparation/
Annual Practices for Perennial Crops:
Fully Controlled Greenhouse.
Sowing Method: Transplanting Germinants.
15 grams of seeds are sown per flat containing Sunshine Mix #4 Aggregate Plus (peat moss, perlite, major and minor nutrients, gypsum, and dolomitic lime).
Seeds are covered with media .
Flats are watered in with an automatic irrigation system.
Seeds are sown on April 1st.
% Germination: 25%
Establishment Phase:
Seeds germinate 14 days after sowing.
Seedlings are transplanted 14 days after germination to individual containers 2"x10" tubes (Deepot 40) containing standard potting mix of peat moss, fir bark, perlite, and sand.
Transplant Survival averages 75%.
Length of Establishment Phase:
28 days
Active Growth Phase:
After establishment, seedlings are moved to the shadehouse with 30% shadecloth. Fertilize with Nutricote NPK (13-13-13) 3 months after transplanting.
Prune back 3 months after transplanting and afterwards as needed.
This species grows quickly once established.
A California Flora and Supplement, Munz, P., University of California Press, Berkeley and London, 1973.
Young, Betty 2001. Propagation protocol for production of container
Morella californica
(Cham. & Schelt.) Wilbur plants (Deepot 40); , San Francisco, California. In: Native Plant Network. URL: http://www.nativeplantnetwork.org (accessed 1 August 2015). Moscow (ID): University of Idaho, College of Natural Resources, Forest Research Nursery.
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Release Date: 4/15/2011
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Brian Holsonbake To Address Graduates as Commencement Speaker
Carroll Community College Commencement Set for May 25, 2011
Westminster, Md., Entrepreneur, business leader, and community volunteer Brian Holsonbake will be the speaker at the Eighteenth Commencement ceremony for graduates of Carroll Community College (Carroll).
Carroll's 2011 Commencement will be held on May 25, 2011 at 3 p.m. at McDaniel College.
Holsonbake is owner of SkyLine Network Engineering, Earth Security, and Clearwave Solutions.
Holsonbake is also a member of Carroll's Foundation board of directors.
"Brian is a true inspiration to our graduates and someone students can emulate," said College President Dr. Faye Pappalardo.
Holsonbake said his greatest joy in the business environment is creating an atmosphere where people can grow.
He holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Information Systems Management from the University of Maryland Baltimore County.
Originally from Bowie, Md., Holsonbake now resides in Eldersburg, Md. with his wife and two children. He is very active in his church. He also enjoys mountain biking, hiking, camping, snow- skiing, and virtually anything mechanical or technical, he said.


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"It's hard to know the truth with her. When she was little, she figured out lying would get her somewhere. I knew eventually it would all catch up with her," said Daniel Ramirez, the brother of 24-year-old Belinda Ramirez, who lives at the family residence in Alice with his sister and mother.
Ramirez was arrested Tuesday after multiple reports from individuals across the country claimed she posed as an expectant mother who was willing to give her baby up for adoption. The only problem was, according to federal investigators, she was never pregnant in the first place. Ramirez is accused of fraud through e-mail and mail, making it a case for federal officials.
"We'd see packages that had to do with adoption and I'd ask her about them but she'd say it was for a friend," her brother said.
Ramirez's public defender Jason Bradford Libby said he could not comment on the case.
One couple in New York said they were sucked into the promise of a baby and sent thousands of dollars in money orders and other items to a woman who identified herself as Krystine Danielle Wilson.
"We tried to have a baby right after we got married but couldn't, so we tried to adopt," Laura Valois, 29, said. "When she called us, she was supposedly going into labor and it turned out she was having gall bladder surgery."
In an arrest warrant, federal investigators accuse Ramirez of using several aliases when corresponding with couples, including the name Krystine Danielle Wilson. Valois and her husband were interviewed by FBI investigators and are potential witnesses if the case goes to trial.
Valois said she communicated for weeks with the woman through long distance phone calls, and, on many occasions, received e-mailed pictures of a woman she later learned was uninvolved and unaware that her image was being used. She said other things also convinced her that the promise of a child wasn't too good to be true.
"When we first got contacted, I don't know if she had access to a hospital fetal monitor but I heard in the background a baby's heartbeat," Valois said. "She'd call us and say 'I thought you'd want to hear this.'"
A bond hearing for Ramirez is planned for today at the Federal Courthouse, said U.S. Marshal Carlos Trevizo. She was in the hospital late Thursday.
"She had some medical conditions before she was arrested so we took her to a local hospital to get checked out," said U.S. Marshal Carlos Trevizo adding she would be taken to jail pending a doctor's release.
The location of the hospital could not be released for security reasons.
The Valoises said they struggled with consenting to be potential witnesses, but were swayed when investigators showed them a video of other couples who were duped. One couple in Colorado had even completed a nursery in their home for the child they hoped to adopt.
"This is the most devastating thing to ever happen to me," Valois said. "I want to make sure it doesn't happen to anyone else."
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In what can be called a widely-anticipated move, Cablevision Systems Corp. announced on Thursday that its board has approved a tax-free spin-off of its Madison Square Garden (MSG) business - the owner of the New York Knicks and the Rangers - into a stand-alone enterprise. As per the proposed plan, the Garden unit will be spun off to the current shareholders by this year's end.
However, the Bethpage, New York-based Cablevision - which boasts of a fairly diverse portfolio including cable systems and channels; the Newsday newspaper; and various sports and entertainment properties - clarified in the announcement that "at this time" it was not considering selling the Garden or any of its assets.
The control of the new, separate Garden entity will be retained by the Dolan family that controls Cablevision by way of a special class of shares. Moreover, the separate company will continue to be managed by James L. Dolan and Hank Ratner - the Cablevision executives who presently oversee the Garden business.
It is being assumed that the Cablevision decision to spin-off MSG apparently results from its objective to showcase its robust cable system, telecommunications and programming assets disjointedly from the Garden's less-valuable businesses.
Commenting on the move, Craig Moffett, an analyst at Sanford C. Bernstein, said that "the separation of MSG removes a harder-to-value collection of assets from an overly complex balance sheet."
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