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Thursday, December 25, 2008
CrockPot Lobster Bisque
Day 360.
Merry Christmas! If you are finding your way to the computer today, I figure you should get something good.
So you're getting lobster.
in the crockpot.
Life is so very good.
The Ingredients. 3 cups chicken broth
8 oz clam juice
14.5 oz stewed tomatoes (and juice)
8 oz sliced mushrooms
1 onion, diced
1 large leek, diced (just the white part!)
1 T dried parsley
2 tsp Old Bay seasoning mix
1 tsp dill
1 cup heavy cream (to add later)
2 lobster tails (to add later)
lemon slices as garnish, and to squeeze in at the end
The Directions.
Use a 5 quart or larger crockpot, and combine the broth, clam juice, tomatoes, onion, mushrooms, leek, parsley, Old Bay, dill, and parsley. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours, high for 4-5, or until onions are translucent and flavors have melded.
Use an immersible blender to blend into a chowdery broth. Add lobster tails. Cover and cook on high for 30-45 minutes, or until lobster tails have turned pink and the meat is fork tender. Remove lobster tails from crockpot. Stir in heavy cream.
Ladle into dishes, and serve with lemon slices and lobster meat. You can take the meat out of the tail, and mix it in the soup, or leave it intact and pick at it at the table.
The Verdict.
We liked this an awful lot. I'd say it makes enough to feed 4 adults, especially if you distribute the meat from the lobster tails into the soup. We had a lot of fun eating this, and felt quite fancy. My kids both liked the lobster, and thought the soup part was "yummy." But they also thought sucking on the lemon slices was the best part of their dinner.
29 comments:
- C. Beth said...
Well, look how fancy you are! YUM!
Merry Christmas!
- December 25, 2008 at 6:16 AM
- Canadian Saver said...
Merry Christmas to you too!
This looks excellent! Right now we can get lobster for around $5/lb. Bad for the fishermen, but great for the consumer. I'll keep this in my repertoire!
- December 25, 2008 at 7:33 AM
- CSC said...
Yummy Lobster!
Merry Christmas!
- December 25, 2008 at 7:34 AM
Merry Christmas Everybody!
Steph-- thanks for this blog. Every day coming here is like opening a Christmas present. I am always excited to see what you have posted.
No lobster here, but we are doing a beef roast in the crock pot as well as enjoying the leftover crockpotted turkey breast from last year.
I'm going easy this year and everyone in the family loves a roast in the crock pot. There is 10 inches of snow in front of my house, there was a 4 pound pot roast in the freezer and no one had to run out to the grocery store!
- December 25, 2008 at 7:42 AM
- Kirby3131 said...
Merry Christmas! What a great day for a lobster recipe.
I still can't believe your year is almost over. I hope you continue blogging when 2009 comes 'round.
- December 25, 2008 at 7:46 AM
- TimsMomMom said...
Thank looks yummy! Can you come over and make us some please? Haha, Merry Christmas to you and yours.
- December 25, 2008 at 7:47 AM
- AmberP said...
Ohhhh that looks so good!
Can you believe you are on day 360?!
Hope you have a very Merry Christmas :)
- December 25, 2008 at 7:48 AM
Merry Christmas Steph! Your gingerbread latte was a special part of Christmas morning. Perfect timing! Thank you.
I hope you're feeling better.
The lobster bisque looks wonderful and might just show up on New Year's Even around here. Yum-o. But just typing that reminds me that the end of your 2008 project is soon coming to a close. Poor us.
Since it's Christmas, I'll move on to happy thoughts . . .
- December 25, 2008 at 8:00 AM
Just wanted to wish you a Merry Christmas, Steph!
No lobster here either, although I was tasked with making sweet potatoes for 12-15 people, so my crockpot is being used for Coconut Sweet Potatoes w/Pecans :)
- December 25, 2008 at 8:42 AM
- Michelle said...
OH MY WORD Steph...Hubby just drooled ;) Merry Christmas to you..
- December 25, 2008 at 8:51 AM
Marry Christmas to you! Just discovered your blog the other day and I LOVE it! I live in Maine and the price of lobster is at an all-time low right now, so this is one recipe that I will be trying very soon....maybe tomorrow! :)
- December 25, 2008 at 9:45 AM
p.s. How did I somehow type "Marry" and NOT "Merry"??? Well, anyways, MERRY CHRISTMAS TO YOU!!!
(I am SO embarrassed!!)
- December 25, 2008 at 9:52 AM
- Tatersmama said...
Oh my.... I should have asked for a Lobster Tail for Christmas!
This look yummo, but unfortunately, there are no lobster tails in this part of the world... so I'll see if I can't adapt a crayfish.
Have a very Merry Christmas, everyone!
- December 25, 2008 at 11:36 AM
- Amie said...
Guess what I got for Christmas!!!
Guess, guess!!!
An ipod!
Just kidding, I got a really nice crockpot. Plus and ipod shuffle. Plus a kitchen aid (used).
So life is good. ;)
Maybe I'll take over for you in 2009.
Merry Christmas, Stephanie!
- December 25, 2008 at 12:17 PM
- Amanda said...
Here's wishing you and yours a very merry Christmas!
- December 25, 2008 at 1:55 PM
- Shirley said...
Oh my--wonderful! That's one of my favorite soups. Usually can't get such fine delicious soup out that's gluten free, so making this recipe will be great.
I got a new smaller crockpot from Mom and Dad so I can try more of your recipes. :-)
Merry Christmas, Steph!! Thank you!
- December 25, 2008 at 5:58 PM
Merry Christmas all!!
I asked my mom for a newer crock-pot for Christmas. I have been putting my 16 year old round one to LOTS of use since I discovered the blog in March. She got me a 6 Qt Hamilton Beach. The kind that has the lid so you can take it in the car. Hurray!!
- December 25, 2008 at 6:25 PM
- Rachel said...
Thanks for posting!
You inspired me to use my crockpot twice today-- we woke up to the yummy breakfast casserole, and then ate the sweet potatoes (with cranberries) during dinner. Thanks for making my life easier!
- December 25, 2008 at 7:06 PM
Merry Christmas Crockpot Lady! You're the bomb!
- December 25, 2008 at 9:58 PM
This sounds so yummy!
I will have to try it.
Merry Christmas Steph!
- December 26, 2008 at 12:30 AM
- su said...
3 sons in Portland Maine on Commercial street wharf, has soft shell quarters for $3.49. I would suggest buying the whole crustascean and removing the head and legsafter a brief euthanizing in a pot. Then you can boil off and use the broth instead of clam juice and chicken broth. That's what i di and i am sticking to it. The horseradish scalloped potatoes were a huge hit!
- December 26, 2008 at 2:59 AM
- DesertHen said...
This looks amazing!! Wonder if I can find any lobster in my small town to give this a try...I will have to check that out.
- December 26, 2008 at 11:05 AM
- Kristine said...
You are amazing! what a huge variety of stuff you've done this year! Honestly, you've got the best selection of recipes, and I have loved checking in. I'm so impressed that you did this fora whole year!!
- December 26, 2008 at 2:38 PM
- SeaBreeze said...
Tried this, loved this.
- December 27, 2008 at 5:56 PM
- Mommakitten said...
Seemings as if I got 3 crockpots... yes 3 for Christmas ;) I will be trying this recipe out very soon!
- December 29, 2008 at 11:56 AM
- Melissa said...
Oh. My. Goodness. This is one of the best bisques I have ever eaten. And I can make it at home! In my crockpot! I am making it again this weekend. Life is indeed very good. Thank you!
- March 25, 2009 at 12:11 AM
Hi! I'm having a friend over for dinner and I didn't know what to make - I've got a brand new crockpot that I'm excited to try out - and I've never ever had lobster! So I'm trying this!
Thank you!!!! :)
- February 11, 2010 at 7:29 AM
I just made this for dinner tonight and it was a huge hit! We loved it! My husband suggested I add diced potatoes and corn to make it "heartier". I did add shrimp in the last 30 minutes of cooking. Next time I will peel the shrimp and take the lobster meat out of the shell before serving. I just love you website! Thank you so much!
- March 23, 2010 at 3:22 PM
- Laura said...
Made this tonight and it was delicious! Divided the lobster tails between the bowls and ladles the bisque over. If you don't have lobster the bisque alone is delicious and worth making, it's more of a mushroom bisque than anything. Well definitely make again.
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Intestinal inflammation seen in inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) results from an altered mucosal immune response to luminal bacterial antigens. Current research suggests that an inappropriate and persistent immune response against commensal intestinal bacterial flora plays a pivotal role in the pathogenesis of chronic Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD). It has been also proposed that the signs and symptoms of IBD may be mediated by the increased intestinal permeability secondary to low grade inflammation in the gut mucosa. Increased intestinal permeability results in further exposure of underlying intestinal mucosa to luminal bacteria and antigens perpetuating the intestinal inflammation. Thus restoring intestinal permeability rather than only reduction of mucosal inflammation would thus be a desirable endpoint in the restoration of mucosal integrity and would be the harbinger of better long term outcome. Many clinical trials have shown that probiotics may have beneficial effect on IBD patients. Probiotics are hypothesized to work by several mechanisms though they are not clearly established. The role of probiotics in improving intestinal permeability has not been evaluated. The probiotic VSL #3 is easily available, cheap, effective and safe alternative or substitute for the existing therapeutic agents will be evaluated in this study for their efficacy, tolerability, compliance in inducing clinical response in patients with Ulcerative colitis. This will be a double blind randomized placebo controlled study to determine the clinical efficacy of 12 weeks of oral probiotics (VSL#3) in patients with inflammatory bowel disease. The objectives of this study are to determine the efficacy of probiotics on clinical endoscopic and histological improvement, to find the improvement in faecal, serum and intestinal tissue inflammatory markers, improvement in intestinal permeability, improvement in Quality of life parameters.
Ulcerative Colitis
Other: Control
Drug: Probiotic
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|Allocation: Randomized
Endpoint Classification: Safety/Efficacy Study
Intervention Model: Parallel Assignment
Masking: Double Blind (Subject, Caregiver, Investigator, Outcomes Assessor)
Primary Purpose: Treatment
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|Probiotic for the Restoration of Intestinal Permeability and Reduction of Intestinal Inflammation in Active Ulcerative Colitis: A Double Blind Randomized Placebo Controlled Trial
- Reduction of at least 3 points in the D.A.I i.e. Reduction in the activity score of inflammation from the baseline value at 12 weeks. [ Time Frame: 12 weeks ] [ Designated as safety issue: Yes ]
- Reduction in intestinal permeability [ Time Frame: 12 weeks ] [ Designated as safety issue: Yes ]
- Reduction in faecal and serum inflammatory markers [ Time Frame: 12 weeks ] [ Designated as safety issue: Yes ]
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|October 2014
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|October 2014 (Final data collection date for primary outcome measure)
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|Placebo Comparator: Control
Other: Control
Placebo will be orally administered daily for a period of 12 weeks in high dose and low dose
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|Experimental: Probiotic
Drug: Probiotic
Probiotic Capsules (450 billion CFU) will be orally administered daily for a period of 12 weeks and Probiotic in higher dose of (3600 billion CFU) will be administered daily for a period of 12 weeks
Other Name: Probiotic
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- Active disease at presentation
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|Contact: Rakesh Kochhar, MD, DM
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|Sub-Investigator: Rakesh Kochhar, MD,DM
|Sub-Investigator: Usha Dutta, MD, DM
|Sub-Investigator: Pallab Ray, MD
|Sub-Investigator: Kaushal K Prasad, MD
|Sub-Investigator: Chetana Vaishnavi, Ph.D
|Sub-Investigator: Kartar Singh, MD, DM
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|Post Graduate Institute of Medical Education and Research
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|November 22, 2011
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|November 23, 2011
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|India: Central Drugs Standard Control Organization
Keywords provided by Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research:
ulcerative colitis
inflammatory bowel disease
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Colitis, Ulcerative
Colonic Diseases
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POTSDAM Governor Andrew M. Cuomo said New York needs more jobs and better education Tuesday, but suggested that linking jobs more directly to education is key to an improved economy.
Mr. Cuomo pitched his State of the State and executive budget proposals at Clarkson University, Potsdam, with an almost singular focus on continuing his push for economic development, especially in upstate New York.
We are an entrepreneurial state, he said. Jobs and education are the engine of economic development.
Mr. Cuomos $142.6 million executive budget would increase state spending by 2 percent and boost school aid by 4.4 percent to $21 billion.
All of this would be accomplished without a tax increase, said Mr. Cuomo.
You cant keep taxing business, he said. We have the lowest middle class tax rates in 50 years... but we still have much to do.
New York must stem the flow of businesses and skilled workers from its regions, Mr. Cuomo said.
If you want to grow the economy, you have to grow each of the regions economies, too, he said.
Mr. Cuomo is pushing research and technology transfer on college campuses throughout the state, from laboratories and classrooms to small business incubators. The nascent companies would receive tax incentives to remain in their area of origin.
Well invest, but youll have to commit, said Mr. Cuomo, christening the campus-business partnerships innovation hotspots.
Clarkson University models that kind of transfer from academia to the business world, Mr. Cuomo said.
I think Clarkson is doing amazing work as an incubator, he said. There is such a great buzz about Clarkson. We have ideas in colleges, but they are not commercialized here (in New York).
The SUNY system and community colleges would be asked to tailor their curricula to New York employers job requirements.
Jobs are coming back here... there are 210,000 unfilled jobs in New York State, Mr. Cuomo said. Community colleges should be training for each of those 210,000 jobs.
Mr. Cuomo also wants to fund marketing programs for New York products and places.
Upstate New York has been dealing with decades of decline, he said. Currently, there is no marketing plan for upstate New York we have a story that we just dont tell.
Northern New York shouldnt expect state funding for a limited access, interstate type highway between Plattsburgh and Watertown any time soon, said Mr. Cuomo.
We are constrained, he said. We dont have enough money right now, we need an economic reality check.
After passing two consecutive on-time budgets, Mr. Cuomo asked the legislature to make this years the third in a row. The budget is due April 1.
Weve passed responsible budgets for two years, and weve passed them on time, he said. Lets pass on time to show everyone and send a message that the state is working well.
Mr. Cuomo has taken his economic development initiatives and his executive budget on the road.
Rather than just dealing with the legislators in Albany, I chose to deal with the people of the state, he said.
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Those who enjoy dunking cookies in milk now have a legitimate reason for concern unless they dont mind buying the powdered variety.
Thats because the price of milk could skyrocket to $6 to $8 a gallon, experts say, if Congress fails to make a last-minute push to pass or extend a federal farm bill into law by Jan. 1 a deadline thats now being dubbed the milk cliff. Consumers could get socked by higher prices as early as January.
Inflated milk prices would become a reality because the U.S. Department of Agriculture would be required by law to follow an outdated farm policy established in 1949 during the Truman presidency. If this worst-case scenario takes effect, the governments policy for purchasing milk from dairy farmers would be calculated based on much higher dairy farm production costs in 1949 a time when production was done by hand. The USDA would be forced by law to purchase milk for about twice the amount at which processors in the commercial market are buying it from farmers, about $40 per hundredweight. That price would be calculated by making adjustments for inflation since 1949 and using other technical formulas with the goal of maintaining a stable market. But the outdated law would create anything but a stable market, experts say, because its based on production costs that dont apply to todays marketplace.
The USDA, which oversees federal milk insurance programs for dairy farmers, only reimburses farmers for losses in production costs when milk drops below an established national price. Under the Milk Income Loss Contract program now in use, the government buys milk from farmers when prices drop below the federal support price as a way to increase milk prices and demand. Farmers have historically sold their milk on the commercial market not to the government because prices are higher than the federal target.
Adopting the law, however, would spur farmers to abandon their contracts with milk processors and sell to the government instead.
Among those irked by inaction on the farm bill in Congress is Rep. William L. Owens, D-Plattsburgh. He told the Times on Wednesday that Republican leaders in the House of Representatives, Speaker John A. Boehner and Majority Leader Eric I. Cantor, have reneged on their plan to bring the farm bill to the floor for a vote during the lame-duck session.
They both said they would bring it to the floor for a vote but have absolutely refused to do it, he said.
He added Mr. Boehner recently stated the farm bill wont be considered in ongoing fiscal cliff budget negotiations with the Obama administration, even though its passage would save the government millions.
The Senate passed a farm bill in July, but the bills House version still hasnt been voted on even though it gained the House Agriculture Committees recommendation in the summer.
In the past, Mr. Owens said, the antiquated 1949 farm policy has prodded lawmakers to approve farm bills to keep the statute from taking effect. But in this case, its dire consequences havent given lawmakers enough motivation to get the job done. He doesnt expect the farm bill to be approved by Jan. 1.
When the statute was enacted in 1949, it met the needs of the time, but the issue is inflation has crept in over a 60-year period; it was never intended to be implemented in 2012. Mr. Owens said. As the years rolled on, it was used to get Congress to act on the farm bill every five years. But this time it hasnt happened.
Talks have started about how Congress might prevent the 1949 law from taking effect in January. Agriculture Secretary Thomas J. Vilsack, for example, has considered ways to delay its immediate onset. But Mr. Owens said the USDA doesnt have the authority to do so.
As a practical matter, this means it could happen in January, he said. This is highly problematic and irresponsible, but its the way its been handled by the Republicans. We could have passed this bill on a bipartisan basis, but (House leaders) are again reverting back to wanting to do things only with Republican votes.
If milk prices double, Mr. Owens said, it would mean a major blow to the national economy. Because theyd have to double what theyre paying now to compete with the USDA for business, dairy processors that purchase milk from farmers would have a challenging time. Consumers would likely stop purchasing fluid milk, too, choosing powdered varieties instead.
Because theyd benefit by selling milk to the government at higher prices, dairy farmers would be the only ones benefiting from the 1949 policy. But those benefits would last only a short time, Mr. Owens said, before the national milk market becomes unstable.
It would be a short-term gain for farmers but longer-term pain, Mr. Owens said. People will cut back on the quantity of milk they buy and revert back to powdered milk. And over time, they might not return to buying fluid milk once the prices go back to the normal level. You risk losing the national milk market.
But milk prices wont double right away if the law takes effect, said Bruce W. Krupke, vice president of the Northeast Dairy Foods Association. Thats because many dairy farmers will continue doing business with customers they now have contracts with in the short term, even though they could get better prices from the USDA. Prices could go up anywhere from 5 to 15 percent in the first two months, he projected, before a significant number of farmers across the country enroll in the government program.
Farmers are not about to jeopardize their relationships with customers, and those who are manufacturing milk will still need to fulfill their obligations, he said. I think supply and demand will hold back milk prices and dont think well see them double. But if this goes on for more than four to eight weeks, the fallout would affect everyone. If theres a silver lining to this for consumers, its that if prices go up over the short term, then it will go to dairy farmers.
Mr. Krupke said dairy farmers would only be allowed to sell milk thats produced after Jan. 1 to the government, which will limit the amount theyll be able to sell in January if the law takes effect.
The farm bills milk cliff has been overshadowed in the national media by the fiscal cliff budget talks, Mr. Owens said. But if milk prices rise to $6 a gallon, he predicted there will be a frenzy nationwide.
This is a real potential problem for consumers, milk distributors, farmers, producers, school districts and grocery stores everyone involved in the production and sale of milk, he said. When people start to pay those prices, theyre going to be screaming quite loudly to members of Congress in their districts. And they should.
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|When the HPV Challenge Program was launched in 1998 the Agency drafted a number of guidance documents to assist sponsors in the implementation of their sponsorship commitments. Prominent among these was the guidance for preparing chemical categories. The Agency stated that as experience was gained in the use of the guidance documents revisions would be appropriate based on the Agency's experience and stakeholder comments. As of November, 2003 nearly 100 category test plans have been submitted to the Agency for posting and comment. Through its review of these category test plans the Agency has identified a number of areas where the category guidance could be enhanced. In addition, sponsors have gained valuable experience in preparing their category proposals. Consequently, EPA is encouraging sponsors, stakeholders, and the public to comment on possible technical revisions to the category guidance document. These comments in combination with the outputs from the workshop on chemical categories being held January 29-30, 2004 in Brussels, Belgium by the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development will assist the Agency in identifying areas for further improvement of the HPV Challenge Program category document. Comments are encouraged to be submitted by January 12, 2004.
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Guidance for "What to Test " for the HPV Challenge helps companies to identify which particular form of a chemical should be used in the test process. PDF format
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The Bulletin Board keeps you abreast of the latest news
around the NHL Monday-Friday.
- The big story of the weekend came on Saturday when Boston
forward Milan
Lucic blasted Buffalo goalie Ryan Miller, who had come far out of the
crease to play the puck. Miller is out
indefinitely with a concussion and
called Lucic a "gutless
piece of s#*%." Contrary to popular
belief, Miller
was not fair game just because he was out of his crease. Lucic has a hearing with Brendan Shanahan
today and could face suspension. Losing
Miller is a blow to Buffalo, but the Sabres have the luxury of a terrific
backup goalie. Jhonas Enroth has
outplayed Miller by a mile this season, so the Sabres may not miss a beat. Perhaps more troubling for Buffalo was the
team's response to Lucic. No Sabre tried
to fight Lucic even though the team's franchise goalie was crumpled in pain on
the ice and Lucic played the rest of the game unharmed. Lucic himself admitted the Bruins "wouldn't
accept anything like that."
- The Islanders lost for the
ninth time in 10 tries yesterday at the hands of the Vancouver
Canucks. For the fourth time in six
games the Islanders allowed
a goal on the first shot they faced.
Evgeni Nabokov also ceded a
goal on the first shot he faced in the second period. Roberto Luongo picked up his 200th win
as a Canuck in the victory.
- Jonathan Toews and Steve Montador each scored twice yesterday to
lead Chicago over Edmonton 6-3. Chicago
has an NHL-leading 25 points on the season.
- Nashville lost its 1000th
game on Saturday in overtime to Montreal.
Coach Barry Trotz and GM David Poile have been with the team for all
1000 matches.
- Jeff Carter returned
to Columbus's lineup for Saturday's 2-1 victory over Winnipeg.
- New Jersey rookie defenseman Adam Larsson scored
his first NHL goal on Friday.
- Colorado named right wing Milan Hejduk its captain this morning. Hejduk is the third captain in team history.
- Minnesota forward Guillaume Latendresse is out
indefinitely with a concussion.
- Detroit defenseman Ian White is
out one-to-two weeks after suffering a fractured cheekbone from blocking a
shot with his face.
- Los Angeles placed Dustin Penner on
injured reserve with a hand injury.
- Anaheim defenseman Lubomir Visnovsky is out
four weeks with a broken finger.
- Dallas defenseman Alex Goligoski is also out
four weeks with a broken thumb.
- 2010 first-round pick Nino Niederreiter will join the New
York Islanders in time for tomorrow's game against the Rangers after
Niederreiter scored
three goals in three games in an AHL conditioning assignment.
- Islanders forward Matt Moulson thinks teammate Michael
Grabner could
score 70 goals.
- NHL All-Star voting is now open. Head over to NHL.com and cast your vote and don't
forget to write in Dan Girardi.
- Former Ranger prospect Dane Byers went
crazy after being pummeled by Islanders prospect Michael Haley in an AHL
fight this weekend.
- There are three games on the schedule
tonight. Buffalo @ Montreal will be
on Versus at 7:00 p.m. ET.
Past editions of the Bulletin Board:
- 2011 First-Round Draft Picks Shine In Preseason Action >
- Jody Shelley Delivers First Controversial Hit of 2011 Season >
- Shanahan Impresses As New NHL Disciplinarian >
– Sidney Crosby Participates In "Controlled Scrimmage" >
– Montreal Signs Chris Campoli >
– Top 2011 Draft Picks Shine In Preseason Action >
– Sestito Suspended Four Games For Hit On Deveaux >
– Kings Lock Doughty Up With Huge Deal >
– Former Rangers' Prospects Grachev And Horak Make NHL Clubs >
– Steve Valiquette Is The New Goalie Coach At Quinnipiac University >
– Waiving Of Avery Could Wreak Havoc On The Stars' Salary Cap Situation >
– Hockey Is Back >
– Jagr Picks Up Point #1,600 In Flyers' Season-Opening Victory >
– Early Goalie Controversy In Washington? >
Prospal Scores Again For Columbus >
– Pittsburgh Rolling Without Crosby And Malkin >
– Sidney Crosby Cleared For Contact >
– Aaron Asham Is The Talk Of The League >
– Mark Messier Will Run The New York City Marathon >
– Colorado Wins Fifth-Straight Road Game, Leads Western Conference >
– New-look Flyers Off To Fast Start >
- Kessel Carrying The Leafs >
- Dale Weise Scores First NHL Goal >
– Vancouver Acquires David Booth >
- Jagr Scores First Two Goals Of The Season >
- Columbus Finally Wins >
– Montreal Fires Former Rangers' Assistant Coach Perry Pearn >
– Philadelphia And Winnipeg Combine For 17 Goals!? >
- Edmonton And Ottawa Riding Surprising Hot Streaks >
– Chicago's Stanley Cup Hangover Is In The Past >
- Ovechkin Benched >
– Brodeur Now Tied For Most Losses In NHL History >
- Predators Lock Up Pekka Rinne >
– Blues Fire Payne, Bring In Hitchcock >
– Boston Is Back >
– Blues Cruise In Hitchcock's Return >
– Bizarre Scene In Tampa Bay >
– The Blue Jackets Are Awful >
11/14/11 – Milan Lucic Gives Ryan Miller A Concussion >
here for our full 2011-2012 Season Archive >
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With the sophisticated electrical systems on today's cars, a reversed connection could be expensive--and dangerous. That's why so many people get nervous about jump-starting a car themselves. Smart Jumper Cables are goof-proof and easy to use--just place the clamps on the battery terminals of each car, then connect the plug heads. The LED indicator tells you when the cables are connected correctly. It's easy and much safer, too, thanks to 11-foot cables that let you stand well away from potentially explosive battery fumes. Made with heavy-duty, tangle-free 8-gauge copper wire and durable copper-plated terminal clamps. Vinyl storage bag included.
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I had these, but hadn't used them for a while. The other day I used a different set of jumper cables I had when my battery died. I hooked them up and tried to start the engine and nothing. I walked inside for literally a second and walked back out and the cables were smoking and extremely hot since I hooked them up wrong by accident and not paying attention. I had to throw the others away and then I remembered I had these. PERFECT they light up letting you know that they are hooked up right and they are idiot proof so even if hooked up wrong they just won't do anything instead of melting like the others. No sparks or bad connections any more.
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i just want to let everyone to know that the jumper cables that i bought are really awesome, i was alway afraid of the sparks from connecting the cables to the battery post and now it so easy and safe and i love them, everyone should get a pair.
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Wow, no more trying to remember which one goes first. Been looking for these for 15 years after a neighbor showed me her set but couldnt remember where she got them. Great product and the transaction went smooth. Going to buy 3 sets. (extra for the kids!)
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These jumper cables are great. It gives me peace of mind that someone who may never have used cables to jump start a vehicle can use these cables as they are sooooo simple to use and ensure the wires don't get crossed.
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These are great cables, especially when you have young drivers. Piece of mind that they wont be standing next to a battery when one blows up. One wish: They had a longer set.I should add that every time I load these to someone, they always ask: "Where'd you get those I want a set." These are a must have. I agree with other review that these cables should be the only type sold. Give them to your adult kids for Christmas. Make them happy and give yourself some peace of mind that they cant get hurt if they have to jump a battery. BTW: I don't work for this company, I just love these cables.
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A Trial of the Urine LAM Strip Test for TB Diagnosis Amongst Hospitalized HIV-infected Patients (LAMRCT)
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The novel urine LAM point-of-care strip test offers potential clinical utility to improve TB diagnosis in HIV co-infected patients. Urine LAM strip test performance improves with increasing illness severity and more advanced immunosuppression, thus offering the greatest potential utility in hospitalised HIV-infected patients with advanced immunosuppression (CD4 cell count less than 200). However, in the context of high rates of empiric treatment and the availability of other novel TB diagnostics, the clinical impact of the urine LAM strip test is unknown. This study will investigate the impact of the urine LAM strip test. The study hypothesis is that the urine LAM strip test, when combined with standard TB diagnostics (smear microscopy and culture) will significantly improve TB treatment-related outcomes (TB-related mortality, morbidity and length of hospital stay) in HIV-infected hospitalized patients when compared to standard TB diagnostics alone.
Device: Urine LAM strip test
|Study Type:
|Study Design:
|Allocation: Randomized
Endpoint Classification: Efficacy Study
Intervention Model: Parallel Assignment
Masking: Open Label
Primary Purpose: Diagnostic
|Official Title:
|A Randomized Controlled Trial to Evaluate the Impact of Using a Point-of-care Urine LAM Strip Test for TB Diagnosis Amongst Hospitalized HIV-infected Patients in Resource-poor Settings
- All-cause mortality [ Time Frame: 8 weeks ] [ Designated as safety issue: No ]All-cause mortality at 8-weeks after study enrollment
- Change in TB-related morbidity score [ Time Frame: Baseline and 8 weeks ] [ Designated as safety issue: No ]Comparative change in TB score between baseline and 8 weeks after enrollment
- Change in Karnofsky performance index [ Time Frame: Baseline and 8 week ] [ Designated as safety issue: No ]Comparative changes in the Karnofsky performance index between baseline and 8 weeks following enrollment
- Hospital length of stay [ Time Frame: Date of hospital discharge (max 8 weeks) minus date of admission ] [ Designated as safety issue: No ]This is the number of days of hospital admission for enrolled patients up to a maximum of 8 weeks post enrollment.
- Diagnostic accuracy of urine LAM strip test [ Time Frame: 8 weeks ] [ Designated as safety issue: No ]Diagnostic accuracy (sensitivity, specificity, predictive values and likelihood ratios) of the urine LAM strip test using TB culture as the diagnostic reference standard
|Study Start Date:
|January 2013
|Study Completion Date:
|January 2015
|Primary Completion Date:
|December 2014 (Final data collection date for primary outcome measure)
|Assigned Interventions
Experimental: LAM plus standard care
Patients allocated to this study arm will receive urine LAM strip testing in addition to the standard TB diagnostic tools WHO approved and available at each site
Device: Urine LAM strip test
This is a point-of-care lateral flow strip test to detect the presence of lipoarabinomannan (LAM) in patient urine samples. Only patients with a grade 2-5 visual band intensity will be considered positive and commenced on treatment
Other Name: Determine TB urine LAM Antigen strip test
No Intervention: Standard care
Patients allocated to this study arm will receive standard TB diagnostics currently WHO approved and available at the study site
|Ages Eligible for Study:
|18 Years and older
|Genders Eligible for Study:
|Accepts Healthy Volunteers:
Inclusion Criteria:
- HIV-infected (1x rapid HIV test positive)
- Considered TB suspect by attending doctor (must comprise at least 1 of the following: current fever or cough, drenching night sweats, self-reported LOW)
- Illness severity sufficient to warrant hospitalization
- ≥18 years old
- Provision of informed consent
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- HIV-uninfected
- Patients receiving any anti-TB medication in the 60 days prior to testing
- Unable to provide 30mls urine
- Inability to provide informed consent
Please refer to this study by its ClinicalTrials.gov identifier: NCT01770730
|South Africa
|University of Cape Town
|Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa, 7945
|Mbeya Medical Research Programme
|Mbeya, Tanzania
|University Teaching Hospital
|Lusaka, Zambia
|University of Zimbabwe
|Harare, Zimbabwe
|Study Director:
|Keertan Dheda, MD
|UCT Lung Infection and Immunity Unit
Additional Information:
|Responsible Party:
|Jonathan Peter, Honorary consultant, Department of Medicine, University of Cape Town
|ClinicalTrials.gov Identifier:
|NCT01770730 History of Changes
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|Study First Received:
|January 11, 2013
|Last Updated:
|June 1, 2015
|Health Authority:
|South Africa: Human Research Ethics Committee
Keywords provided by University of Cape Town:
urine LAM strip test
Additional relevant MeSH terms:
Actinomycetales Infections
Bacterial Infections
Gram-Positive Bacterial Infections
Mycobacterium Infections
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Seeking a fresh start, newly divorced Sarah and her daughter Elissa find the house of their dreams in a small, upscale, rural town. But when startling and unexplainable events begin to happen, Sarah and Elissa learn the town is in the shadows of a chilling secret. Years earlier, in the house next door, a daughter killed her parents in their beds, and disappeared - leaving only a brother, Ryan, as the sole survivor. Against Sarah's wishes, Elissa begins a relationship with the reclusive Ryan - and the closer they get, the deeper they're all pulled into a mystery more dangerous than they ever imagined.
Cast: Max Thieriot, Elisabeth Shue, Gil Bellows, Jennifer Lawrence, Nolan Gerard Funk
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Batman & Robin #9
The Night of Owls crossover moving throughout all the Bat-comics comes at a particularly fraught time for this title's father-and-son superheroes. Damian—Batman's long-lost son who's been Robin for the past few years—has been trying to fight his born-killer assassin's instincts while facing enemies that have no hesitation in trying to kill him.
Mystery in Space #1
Anthology one-shots can be great places to see established talent stretch and new talent shine. This one's got bona fide legends like Mike Allred, Paul Pope and Kyle Baker contributing, and promises of a story with zero-gravity sex. None of the Mass Effect games have give you that. Your move, BioWare.
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Bernie Wrightson's masterful interpretation of Mary Shelley's immortal horror classic was a book that I only was able to hear about for years. So color me super-excited to finally get a chance to see how the genius craftsman turns out the story of the re-animated monster.
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Seemingly just in time for Saints' Row raunchy superpowered DLC, this reprint of Jimmy Palmiotti and Amanda Conner's sexed-up take on cape comics shows what happens when a prostitute gets superpowers and joins her world's premiere super-team. Things get, um, messy. It's like every dirty joke ever told about superheroes done up beautifully in one place.
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I don't know if I'm mad that this crucial moment in present-day X-Men mythos—where Cyclops comes to the school that Wolverine's started in the X-Men's old stomping grounds—is happening On one hand, the plot considerations of a big even might not give the meeting of the two former friends room to breathe. On the other hand, the heightened tensions of the Avengers vs. X-Men crossover might provide a great stage to show just how bitter the rivalry between Logan and Scott Summers has become.


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1. Kate Moss
Kate Moss is a seasoned veteran of the fashion game, so it's no surprise that her effortless ensembles continually catch your eye! Spotted shopping in London last week, the style maven pleased enthusiasts with her black Yves Saint Laurent tuxedo jacket (a covetable piece from a few seasons ago) and Isabel Marant's quirky-yet-chic striped pants from the S/S 10 collection. Moss accessorized her awe-inspiring daytime ensemble with Dolce & Gabbana's Sunglasses ($590, 212.965.8000) and Miss Sicily Handbag ($3246, 212.965.8000), and finished with Repetto's Suede Ballet Flats ($265). To create an outfit with a comparable classic-meets-offbeat vibe, try pairing BCBCMAXAZARIA's Amy Tuxedo Jacket ($119) with ASOS' Houndstooth Slim Waistband Crop Pants ($69), and then slip on a pair of J. Crew's Cece Suede Ballet Flats ($128). Finally, grab ASOS' Faux Croc Day Bag ($60) for a satchel that's of a similar shape, or opt for River Island's Circle Look Contrast Satchel ($103) to give your look a seasonal pop of color, and you're set for a day of uber-chic strolling a la Moss!
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Emma Roberts went for a playful look for the Los Angeles screening of her latest film The Art of Getting By earlier this month, and her delightful color combo stirred up quite the fashionable frenzy! The actress turned heads in a bright green Amanda Uprichard Racer Ponti Dress from the F/W 11 collection styled with cobalt blue Report Signature shoes, resulting in a fresh take on color-block dressing. Minimal accessories, including House of Lavande's 1960's Panetta Blue Earrings ($398), keep the overall outfit looking perfectly polished and refined--a smart wardrobe choice, indeed! Her vibrant picks are certainly lust-worthy, but we recommend checking out Shoshanna's Boat Neck Party Dress ($295) or Zara's Dress with Split ($80), and pairing either one with Steve Madden's Sarrina Pumps ($100) to construct a similar flashbulb-worthy outfit.
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Naomi Watts never fails to impress with her particular brand of casual chic, and today's outfit is no exception! The actress piqued your interest last week while out and about in New York, when she wore a silky white Stella McCartney blouse and cropped Madewell trousers (which are no longer available). Watts expertly teamed her slouchy separates with a Stella McCartney blazer and her go-to accessories--Robert Clergerie's Jili Oxfords ($495, 212.826.8900), Roger Vivier's Prisme Filoche Tote Bag ($3450, 212.861.5371), and a Jennifer Fisher necklace to be exact--which give her outfit a sophisticated finish. If you're searching for some look-a-like separates to add to your summer wardrobe, be sure to check out DKNYC's Two-Button Boyfriend Jacket ($78), Topshop's Basic Zip Back Vest ($55), and Hei Hei's Pismo Pants ($78). Of course, if you don't already own a pair of oxfords, you must check out Frye's Erin Oxfords ($100) and Urban Outfitters' Chelsea Crew Perforated Oxfords ($30) today!
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Though you've spent the last few months fawning over Sienna Miller's impressive off-duty attire, lately your attention is focused on the actress' supremely chic after-hours ensembles. And with top-tier outfits like today's all-noir mix, it's easy to see why! Miller stepped out in London last week, wearing a delicately pleated Diane von Furstenberg dress with strappy Burberry heels, however, it was her rubber and chain-link Paco Rabanne's Metal Le 69 Bag ($1900, 310.274.8800) that really stole the spotlight. If you were hoping to put together an equally savvy ensemble, we would like to first direct you to Motel's Riley Dress ($104), which shares a similarly sheer neckline and party-perfect silhouette as Miller's DVF pick. Next, we recommend picking up ASOS' Ronnie Suede Cross Strap High Sandals ($95) or Forever 21's Strappy Sandals ($25). Finally, snag Whiting & Davis' Crystal Classic Minaudiere ($116) to give your outfit the perfect Miller-inspired finish.--Jessica Baker with Erin Fitzpatrick and Calin van Paris
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The rubellite is a rare red tourmaline that meets a certain color criteria; while most gemstones change their color depending on the light source, the rubellite shines just as intensely in artificial light as it does in daylight. This handcrafted one-of-a-kind piece comes from a favorite, recently discovered Parisian designer; Esther utilizes ancient hammering techniques, along with pure materials and a spontaneous, intuitive design approach to create her beautiful yet substantive aesthetic. Here, an enchanting red rubellite stone is set between three blue princess cut diamonds on each side, atop a yellow gold band. 2mm wide band. 18k yellow gold, 1.10 ct rubellite, blue princess cut diamonds. Handmade in France.
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10K yellow gold plated base metal disc earrings with faceted resin details and crystal border accents
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Material: 10K yellow gold plated base metal and glass
Brand: R.J. Graziano
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