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In one study, 20 healthy men and women, aged 19 to 23, took 14 mg of creatine per pound of body weight per day (equals about 2.5 grams for a 175-pound person) or a placebo for six weeks. Before and after the study, researchers tested body composition, maximum knee-extension strength at 180 degrees, knee-muscle fatigue, and blood levels of creatine.
While the placebo group did not improve, the creatine group was 9 percent more resistant to muscle fatigue during high-intensity knee-extension exercises, saw creatine levels increase 182 percent, and did not gain weight.


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OAKLAND — A 37-year-old man was shot early Thursday in Old Oakland after he resisted a robber, police said. The robber escaped with the man's expensive belt.
The Oakland resident, whose name was not released, was wounded in the side and hand. He was in stable condition at a hospital and is expected to recover.
The shooting happened about 2:09 a.m. Thursday near the intersection of Ninth and Washington streets, just a few blocks from police headquarters.
Police said the victim was confronted by at least three men who tried to rob him.
He resisted, got into a physical altercation with one of the robbers and was shot before his belt was taken.

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FAMILIES can enjoy a day of fun in Brierley Hill today (Sunday) while raising money for two good causes.
The charity summer fete, organised by Dudley Sports and Social Club, will start at 11am.
There will be plenty to keep youngsters busy at the Hillcrest Avenue venue, with loom bands, a bouncy castle and face paints.
Other activities include games, a raffle, tombola, cake stall, live entertainment from the Black Country Rebels and a karaoke and disco.
All funds raised will be split between the Cystic Fibrosis Trust and Alzheimer's Society.
Event organiser, Michelle Wyatt said the charities are close to her heart as she lost her grandmother, Mary Hudson, to Alzheimer's three years ago and her cousin's one-year-old daughter, Millie-Mai Aston, has cystic fibrosis.
Members of the sports and social club have already raised around £4,000 for the charities, through numerous events.


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MLB makes change on transfer play rule
BALTIMORE -- The big news around baseball on Friday was the announced changes in interpreting the transfer play rule, a new facet of the game this season of which the Orioles have seen plenty in the opening month.
Major League Baseball's Playing Rules Committee's determination is that an out has occurred whenever a player has complete control over the ball in his glove, and if he drops the ball after opening his glove, it will still be ruled an out. There is no requirement to successfully remove the ball from the glove for it to be an out.
The previous interpretation cost Orioles shortstop Ryan Flaherty a valuable out in a loss against the Red Sox on Sunday night. The nationally televised game, along with several other contests where the transfer rule has come into play, helped bring to the forefront the issue with the new way the rule was being enforced.
Orioles manager Buck Showalter said Friday he was glad baseball made the swift change and wasn't going to opine on whether it cost the O's a victory at Fenway Park.
"Refresh my memory, didn't we benefit from that call, too," Showalter said, referring to a game earlier this season. "I'm not going to dwell on it. Ryan and our infielders knew what was going to be called. Whether it was fair or not fair ... . It's not like we weren't forewarned, and we talked to our guys in the spring about it. We talked to our guys in the advanced meeting about it. Everybody knew. That's why there wasn't a whole lot of argument out there.
"Shame on you if you haven't made your people aware of it. And anybody that comes out and complains about it must have not been listening at the meetings."
Brittany Ghiroli is a reporter for MLB.com. Read her blog, Britt's Bird Watch, and follow her on Facebook and Twitter @britt_ghiroli. This story was not subject to the approval of Major League Baseball or its clubs.


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LAS VEGAS — It took an awkward layup with 1.4 seconds left to prevent Santa Clara from upsetting longtime nemesis Gonzaga and reaching the semifinals of the West Coast Conference tournament Saturday night.
David Stockton, son of former NBA great John Stockton, converted a right-handed layup on the left side to give the Bulldogs a 77-75 victory over the Broncos.
Gonzaga (26-6) advances to a Monday semifinal at the Orleans Arena against the winner of Saturday's late quarterfinal between Pepperdine and Saint Mary's.
Santa Clara (14-19) had tied it on Jared Brownridge's lone second-half field goal, a jumper from the left elbow with 9.1 seconds remaining.
Brownridge finished with 24 points.
"I'm thinking what we can be now, not what we almost were," Santa Clara coach Kerry Keating saud. "The biggest lesson we learned was our word, build. I'm excited mostly what word we are going to decide on next year and I know that these guys will put effort into that."
"This is a perfect opportunity to build off of, and that's been our word since the beginning of the season, build," Brownridge said. "We put ourselves in a good position so that nobody is going to want to mess with us (in the future)."
Sam Dower Jr., who won a game at Santa Clara during the regular season with a 3-point shot from the top of the key with 1.9 ticks left, tallied 23 points for the Bulldogs. He nailed all 15 free throws he attempted, including 10 over the final seven minutes.
"They make it tough when we play them," Dower said of the Broncos. "But we'll run through a brick wall for each other."
Evan Roquemore had cut Gonzaga's lead to 75-73 when he sank a short shot over Stockton on the right baseline and made the ensuing free throw after a foul was called on Stockton.
When Stockton tried inbounding to Gary Bell Jr. on the ensuing possession, Bell got tied up and turned it over with 31.5 seconds left.
"A mistake, but we didn't dwell on it," Gonzaga coach Mark Few said.
Instead of bleeding the clock and taking the last shot of the game, however, Santa Clara worked it to Brownridge, who launched his tying jumper with just less than 10 seconds left.
That gave Stockton time to go the length of the court. All other options were covered, so Stockton knifed his way through the lane and banked it off the left side of the rim.
"That's where the opportunity was," Stockton said.
Gonzaga took its first lead of the second half with 41/2 minutes remaining, when Stockton sliced through the left side of the lane and banked in a layup for a 64-63 lead.
"It was truly a great win for us," Few said. "We had to dig as deep as we've had to all season. (Stockton) has a winning knack. I thought he'd be the best guy on a ball-screen situation."
Brownridge nearly matched his 20-point output from Thursday night's victory over Pacific in the first half against Gonzaga. The Broncos led 37-31 at the intermission, and 18 of those points were provided by their hotshot freshman guard from Aurora, Ill.
No fewer than five Bulldogs had the task of trying to defend, deny or pester Brownridge, and all required help. Often, the 6-foot-2 rookie zipped his foes through a phalanx of two or three screens on baseline curls.
In the second half, Gonzaga did the pestering on Brownridge with what morphed from a diamond-and-one to a box-and-one. Four defenders essentially took the Bronco nearest him, while one stuck to Brownridge like glue. He was always trying to shake free from a double team over the final 20 minutes.


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Back by popular demand! The Career Services Office will host Mock Interviews once in the Fall, and once in the Spring – just prior to on-campus interviews. We encourage students to take advantage of this opportunity to have a practice interview with a real law firm practitioner. This is a sample interview, and a chance for you to make mistakes as you work through typical interview questions in a one-on-one interview session. Now is the time to perfect your interviewing skills and to learn what interviewers expect! Please check the Career Services Calendar for Mock Interview dates, and contact our office to sign up for a 30-minute time slot – spaces are limited. Interviews will be 20 minutes long, with 10 minutes of feedback. Our interviewers will be prepared with sample questions in advance to ensure productive and beneficial use of our students' time.
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Wagner gives coach 'welcome back' win
Updated 12:03 am, Wednesday, February 8, 2012
It's been a busy week for Wagner coach Clifton Ellis, who missed the Thunderbirds' game against San Marcos on Friday for the birth of his son, Aiden.
He hasn't been sleeping much since, but at least his team is doing its part not to keep him up at night.
Wagner's been on a roll, and it continued Tuesday when Ellis returned to the court for a 63-40 victory over New Braunfels at Wagner High School.
"It was pretty rough not being there for the last game," Ellis said. "My wife had our baby already, so she was texting parents for updates during the game. It's good to be back."
Wagner (19-11, 7-1 District 25-5A) took the inside track to the 25-5A championship with victories over No. 9 Judson and San Marcos last week.
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With Ellis out Friday, assistant Rodney Clark guided Wagner to a 57-55 victory in which the T-birds came back from a nine-point halftime deficit.
There wasn't any such drama Tuesday, as Rashad Coleman led the No. 7 T-birds with 19 points, and Wagner held off a hot start by Unicorns senior Kyle Hittle.
Wagner has bounced back from two four-game losing streaks earlier in the season, and a major factor has been balance. Leading scorer Theron Bray (10.4 points) is the only one in double figures, while nine players are averaging at least four points per game.
"When I'm asked who my best player is, all I can really say is, 'Whichever one is playing best right now,'" Ellis said. "It's a good sign when they're not concerned with individual success."
The balance was on display again, as nine different T-birds had points in the first half.
Coleman led the charge with nine second-quarter points, and Wagner took a 38-27 halftime lead.
"That's the way our team has been," Coleman said. "Everybody's looking to make that extra pass because our go-to guy is the guy who's open."
Xavier LaGrant added 10 points and was the only other Wagner player in double figures, although eight T-birds had at least four points.
Hittle nearly countered Wagner's balanced attack on his own, as he hit five straight shots and scored 14 points in the first quarter.
Wagner clamped down defensively the rest of the way, and Hittle finished with 20. The Unicorns cut the lead to 38-32 when Wagner was shut out for the first six minutes of the second half, but Wagner pulled away with a 9-0 run in the fourth.
New Braunfels (19-12, 3-5) dropped to fifth in the district but is still in playoff contention behind San Marcos (19-12, 4-4) and Steele (15-15, 4-4).


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ok that's it They score on anyone. That makes perfect sense. Apparently DPOY is anyone and everyone.Wade and Rip score on everyone. Like I said earlier, almost all of Rip's scoring came when artest wasn't on him, and Wade was playing like Jordan at times in that series, where NOBODY will stop him.laugh all u want but Wade and Rip scored on him.WHAT??? Artest's defense is limited? ed: He did a damn good job on Rip when he got the time to guard him for a full game. Guys like Kobe, Rip, Lebron, Melo etc. are nearly impossible for anybody else to guard, and Ron does as well as anybody I've seen by far on the ball/What the kings exactly need is a new coach and interior defense. Artest can only guard bulky guys like him so his defense is limited and his offense is bad.Peja can play the 2, 3, or even 4 in a small lineup.
As for Peja for Artest, straight-up? I would take it if I was Petrie, Artest is EXACTLY, and I mean EXACTLY what the Kings need. If the Kings were still thinking about winning the championship as soon as possible, and not building a young nucleus for the future, this trade is for the taking. But, it's highly unlikely to go down.
IMO, Artest is a better all-around player. He's a hell of a lot better defender, although Peja isn't a bad defender. Artest isn't afraid to take it to the hole, whereas Peja is.
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This Shrimp and Macaroni Salad is a dish I've made for family parties for more than 20 years, and definitely my father's all-time favorite dish. I made some Shrimp and Macaroni Salad this week as we gathered to talk about our dad, and I'll be making it again in a few weeks when my brother Mark hosts his annual Superbowl party.
(Shrimp and Macaroni Salad was updated with better photos, December 2015. This recipe is dedicated to the memory of my wonderful father, and it's something I made over and over for him during his life.)
If you want to skip the photos below and watch a video instead, here is a video of how to make this recipe. See more recipe videos on My You Tube Channel.
Shrimp and Macaroni Salad
(Makes 4-6 servings, recipe created by Kalyn years ago and later updated for the South Beach Diet in a version with more shrimp and less macaroni.)
1 cup (dry) Dreamfields macaroni or whole wheat macaroni
2 cups thawed frozen precooked shrimp, cut in 1/2" pieces (save some of the juice)
1 cup diced celery
1/4 cup sliced green onions
salt and pepper to taste
Dressing Ingredients:
2/3 cup mayo (or use 1/3 cup light mayo and 1/3 cup regular mayo, do not use fat free)
1 T reduced shrimp "juice" (Liquid saved when draining shrimp which has been boiled to concentrate the flavor)
1 tsp. fresh lemon juice
1/2 tsp. whole celery seed
Thaw shrimp overnight in refrigerator, keeping it in the bag so you can catch the "juice" when you open it. (In a pinch you can also thaw it inside the bag in a bowl of barely warm water.) Drain shrimp well, reserving the liquid that accumulates in bag. (I usually dry shrimp with a paper towel if they're quite wet.)
Put liquid drained from shrimp in small saucepan and simmer until reduced by at least half. (This will concentrate the shrimp flavor and evaporate the water.)
Cook macaroni in large pot of salted, boiling water for about 9-10 minutes, or until soft but still slightly chewy. Be careful not to overcook. Drain macaroni and cool, but don't rinse.
While macaroni cooks, dice shrimp, celery, and green onions and put in bowl with a snap-on lid. Mix dressing ingredients together. When macaroni is cool, mix it into shrimp mixture in bowl, then gently fold in dressing. (You may not need all the dressing if you prefer your salads to be more dry.) Season to taste with salt and pepper. This is best if chilled a few hours before serving. Will keep in the refrigerator for a few days.
I have made this with small "salad " shrimp or larger medium shrimp, but I greatly prefer the flavor and texture of the larger shrimp. I cut each medium shrimp into about 4 pieces. You could add other ingredients like olives, diced red peppers, cucumbers, or hard-boiled eggs to this recipe.
South Beach Suggestions:
This salad would be phase two or three for the South Beach Diet if made with a moderate amount of pasta like I make it, and it's a "once in a while treat" due to amount of mayo.
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More Ideas for Salads with Shrimp:
Lemony Shrimp Salad with Avocado, Heart of Palm, and Feta ~ Kalyn's Kitchen
10-Minute Thai Shrimp, Cucumber, and Avocado Salad ~ Cookin' Canuck
Easy Paleo Shrimp and Avocado Salad ~ Kalyn's Kitchen
Picnic-Perfect Tortellini and Shrimp Salad ~ The Perfect Pantry
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Asking questions is a sign that learning is taking place, and that the student is reflecting on the material.
Janni Pedersen, PhD
Dr. Janni Pedersen, the Chair of Ashford University's Cultural Anthropology program, joined Ashford in 2012 to teach courses in cultural anthropology and work closely with the associate online faculty. She earned her doctoral degree from the Department of Anthropology at Iowa State University, where she taught courses in both biological and cultural anthropology as well as in philosophy. Her research interests focused on primatology as it relates to human evolution. While in Iowa, she conducted research with language-trained bonobos (a form of chimpanzee) at the Great Ape Trust of Iowa. She has published research on using analytical methods, normally reserved for human-human conversations, to bonobo-human conversations, and has studied the differences between bonobos that are language-trained and those that are not. She also earned an MA from the Department of Philosophy and History of Ideas at University of Aarhus in Denmark as well as a BA in Philosophy from University of Aarhus. Dr. Pedersen was excited to join Ashford because "the goal to provide access to high-quality instruction for all groups in society is something I believe in." She advises her students to see their education as beneficial not only for professional and employment purpose, but as interesting and important in itself, and to ask questions. "Asking questions is a sign that learning is taking place, and that the student is reflecting on the material." Originally from Denmark, Dr. Pederson worked at an Internet marketing agency in Brussels, Belgium before moving to the US to work on her doctoral degree. She recently moved to La Mesa, CA, with her husband and their furry family: two cats and two dogs. In her free time, Dr. Pedersen enjoys gardening, winemaking, and reading novels.


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Ideal Frequency of Postoperative High Volume Saline Irrigations Following Endoscopic Sinus Surgery
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|Other: High Volume Saline Irrigation
|Study Type:
|Study Design:
|Allocation: Randomized
Intervention Model: Parallel Assignment
Masking: Single (Investigator)
Primary Purpose: Treatment
|Official Title:
|Ideal Frequency of Postoperative High Volume Saline Irrigations Following Endoscopic Sinus Surgery
- Change in Quality of Life [ Time Frame: Pre and post operative (1, 3 and 8 weeks post operatively) ]The SNOT-22 and the nasal and sinus symptoms score will be complete by the patient to assess quality of life. They will be completed preoperatively and 1 week, 3 weeks and 2 months postoperatively.
- Change in Endoscopic Score [ Time Frame: Pre and Post-Operative (1, 3 and 8 weeks post operatively) ]Two endoscopic scales (the Lund-Kennedy and the POSE) will be used to assess the endoscopic appearance pre and post operatively. They will be completed preoperatively and 1 week, 3 weeks and 2 months postoperatively.
|Study Start Date:
|July 2012
|Study Completion Date:
|September 2014
|Primary Completion Date:
|July 2014 (Final data collection date for primary outcome measure)
|Assigned Interventions
Active Comparator: Frequency: Once Daily
Patients will use high volume saline irrigation once daily post operatively.
Other: High Volume Saline Irrigation
High volume saline irrigation (240 ml)
Active Comparator: Frequency: Twice Daily
Patients will use high volume saline irrigation twice daily post operatively.
Other: High Volume Saline Irrigation
High volume saline irrigation (240 ml)
Active Comparator: Frequency: Three Times Daily
Patients will use high volume saline irrigation three times daily post operatively.
Other: High Volume Saline Irrigation
High volume saline irrigation (240 ml)
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Chronic Rhinosinusitis (CRS) is a common inflammatory condition of the upper respiratory tract lasting more than 8 to 12 weeks. Major symptoms include facial congestion/fullness, facial pain/pressure, nasal obstruction/blockage, purulent nasal drainage, and reduction or loss of smell. The diagnosis must include two major symptoms and either endoscopic evidence of polyps, edema or mucopurulent discharge from the middle meatus and/or CT changes in the mucosa of sinuses or ostiomeatal complexes.
CRS has an estimated prevalence of 5% in the Canadian population, and up to 16% in some adult populations in the United States. Sinusitis is associated with a major societal health care burden, costing billions of dollars a year in North America. The medical treatment of CRS includes topical saline and corticosteroid sprays, systemic steroids and antimicrobials. Specifically, sinonasal saline irrigation is a safe, nonpharmacologic treatment, and an important and efficacious component in the management of CRS. Sinonasal saline irrigation can vary by concentration (e.g. hypertonic, isotonic, hypotonic), pressure (e.g. passive or active), and volume (e.g. high and low).
A recent evidence-based review by Rudmik et al. recommended sinonasal saline irrigation in the early postoperative period following endoscopic sinus surgery. Although 'daily' sinonasal saline irrigations are recommended, the ideal frequency is unknown since there have been no studies evaluating this topic.
This is a prospective, randomized, single blind study evaluating the subjective and objective outcomes of different sinonasal saline irrigation frequencies in patients who receive ESS for medically refractory CRS. Both disease-specific quality of life (QoL) and endoscopy scores will be measured at 1 week, 3 weeks, and 2 months postoperatively. The expected total number of patients to be enrolled in this study is approximately 75 (25 per arm), with a planned completion time of two years.
|Ages Eligible for Study:
|18 Years and older (Adult, Senior)
|Sexes Eligible for Study:
|Accepts Healthy Volunteers:
Inclusion Criteria:
- Adult patients with a diagnosis of CRS as per guidelines (> 18 years old)
- Documented failed medical treatment of CRS
- Planned ESS for the treatment of CRS
- Able to read and understand English
Exclusion Criteria:
- Pregnant
- Cystic Fibrosis
- Diagnosed immotile cilia syndrome
- Diagnosed immunodeficiency syndrome
- Diagnosed fungal sinusitis
- Sinonasal tumours or obstructive lesions
Please refer to this study by its ClinicalTrials.gov identifier: NCT01680705
|Canada, Alberta
|University of Calgary
|Calgary, Alberta, Canada
|Principal Investigator:
|Luke Rudmik, MD
|University of Calgary
|Responsible Party:
|Dr. Luke Rudmik, Principal Investigator, University of Calgary
|ClinicalTrials.gov Identifier:
|NCT01680705 History of Changes
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|Study First Received:
|August 30, 2012
|Last Updated:
|December 1, 2014
Keywords provided by Dr. Luke Rudmik, University of Calgary:
Chronic Rhinosinusitis
Endoscopic Sinus Surgery
Sinonasal saline irrigation
High Volume
Randomized Control Trial
Single Blinded
Prospective Study
Quality of Life
Endoscopic Sinus Score
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Recent discourse about shortening the time to complete a college degree inevitably leads to a discussion of the purpose of a college education.
In recent public dialogue, one is struck by the singular emphasis upon job skill acquisition. This perspective suggests that our four-year institutions of higher education are simply in the business of preparing the next labor force.
If this is the case, perhaps we should abandon those pretentious bastions of higher learning comprised of the UC and CSU in favor of a massive infusion of resources to technical/vocational training centers vis-?-vis our community college system?
I recall, as an undergraduate, my passion for science. I was dismayed when my degree program required me to complete coursework that did not involve zoology or chemistry.
Plato's Republic. What a waste of my time. Now at the other end of life, I look back on a life well lived and thoroughly enjoyed and such a big part of that enjoyment has been related to my broad liberal arts education.
Ultimately, preparing our young to have a fulfilling life has to be included as not only an important, but a necessary component, of higher education. We are not social insects here merely to build nests and reproduce.
Plato was right: An understanding of what constitutes the good life is an essential ingredient of any desirable human existence.
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MFA Studio Berlin Brings Grad Students to Germany
Berlin is not Europe's oldest capital city; it is not its most influential city or its most romantic city; and it is not Epcot. These are a few of the conclusions I came to after living in Berlin as part of the MFA Studio Berlin program.
I studied in Berlin with eleven of my peers from the Studio Art MFA Program for six weeks this past summer. I offer here one artist's view of Berlin and his experiences in that great city.
During our brief time in Berlin, our goals were to explore the city, learn about its cultural institutions, meet as many artists and curators as possible, make some art in the studio, and finally mount an exhibition from our studio space to culminate the experience. Our goals were admittedly lofty, but entirely worth attempting. In the studio, we were mainly left to our own devices and worked on our personal bodies of work, all of which were somewhat touched by our new surroundings. For example, in my own work I began to incorporate elements of the cities baroque past by using molds I made to take part of the architecture home with me.
On the academic side of the scale, Andy Holtin, our professor, set up an abundance of experiences for us. Several times a week we would go off to a cultural institution or artist's studio. These outings provided us with a glimpse of Berlin's art community, from artists just beginning to get their voice heard, like Tobias Sternberg, to an established art juggernaut like Candice Breitz. The opportunity to go into so many artists' studios is nearly unimaginable in any other situation, but the program opened doors for us, and we were able to meet with around thirty artists and curators. These outings "got our feet wet" and helped us begin to explore the city.
The aspect of Berlin that first struck me when I got off of the plane was its authenticity (hence its not being Epcot). What I mean by this is that in Paris, London, or Rome—which I have been lucky enough to visit--you get the sense that the city is trying to present a version of itself that is a digestible form of its former glory.
That is not to say that Berlin does not possess many sites of idyllic beauty that seem too good to be true; Scholss Charlottenburg and neighboring Potsdam provide enough baroque grandeur for even the most avid enthusiast. When you step off of the train in Potsdam, you are almost instantaneously surrounded by palaces, chapels, follies, grottos, and everything else the royalty could dream up to keep themselves entertained. And to drive the point home that there are parts of Berlin that have that feeling of served-up opulence, there is an island called Pfaueninsel in the River Havel, which translates to peacock island. This island is home to the remains of the royal menagerie, where peacocks, boars, horses, and buffalo roam about the ruins of temples, fountains, and hunting lodges. To add to that, the Prussian kings built an Epcot-esque castle so that they might have a better view from their palace in Potsdam, across the water from the island.
To provide the ultimate contradiction to the opulence seen on these outings, a group of us navigated our way through a bombed-out Nazi Anti-Aircraft Tower and Bunker less than a week after visiting Potsdam. The structure had been built so well that the Soviet army found themselves incapable of destroying it completely. The half-imploded structure now forms a hill of debris with a beautiful park on top of it (this is the case with many of Berlin's hills, known as rubble mountains).
But, while visits to these parts of Berlin are engrossing, my favorite part of the trip was far more mundane. The daily route to the studio involved a trek along a canal that had swans swimming in it. Every day this walk seemed to bring something different, whether it was the Turkish Market with an extensive variety of delicacies or the elderly gentlemen engaged in a seemingly never-ending game of bocce ball next to the canal. It was always an experience that I will compare to every walk I ever take again.
I began this article by stating what Berlin is not, which in many ways is one of the easiest ways to describe Berlin. This is because of Berlin's transient nature. Berlin's essence is its impermanence. Its history has not left any sturdy ground on which to build a real sense of permanent identity for the city. I think, however, its ever-changing nature is what makes it one of the most exciting cities I have been fortunate enough to visit. To do this experience justice, this article would have to be the length of a short novel, so I recommend visiting Berlin so that you can see all the amazing opportunities this city can offer.


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TPWD Seeks Modest Increase to Licenses, Boat Fees
AUSTIN, Texas — Most hunters, anglers and boaters in Texas could see a modest $2-$4 bump in license and boat registration/titling fees if a proposed 5 percent across-the-board increase is approved in May by the Texas Parks and Wildlife Commission.
The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department says the fee increase is necessary to address critical needs.
"As you know license fees were last increased in 2004 and prior to that there had been no increase in eight years," Gene McCarty, TPWD's deputy executive director for administration, told commissioners. "Since that time, our operational costs have increased an average of 6.1 percent, while our fund balances continue to dwindle."
McCarty said the department initially considered a 10-15 percent increase, but scaled back due to the current economic downturn.
"Instead we are proposing a very slight increase of 5 percent rolled up to the next dollar," he explained. "This fee increase will not create new programs or services. The last fee increase in 2004 was just enough to maintain current levels of service. This increase will do the same. "
Under the proposed increase, hunting licenses would go from the current price of $23 to $25, while the popular Super Combo all-inclusive license would increase from $64 to $68. Fishing packages would increase by $2. McCarty noted the cost for all of the special endorsement stamps would not go up.
The vast majority of boat owners in Texas would also see only a small increase in boat registration and titling fees under the proposal. Biennial boat registration for vessels less than 16 feet in length would increase from $30 to $32 and those in the 16-26 foot range would go from $50 to $53.
Two exceptions pertain to larger craft. Those vessels 26-40 feet in length would increase by $40 and 40-foot-plus vessels would go up by $110. These larger increases are necessary because the department has been undercharging for these larger boats for many years in comparison with smaller boats, especially when considering the fee as a percentage of boat size and value.
A complete list of proposed fee changes can be found online at http://tpwd.texas.gov/newsmedia/releases/news_roundup/license_and_boat_fees/.
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Poor Fancy! She was struggling to adjust to the commotion in a high kill shelter and was going to be put to sleep but PALS took a chance on her. Please give this 5 year old lady a chance!
This cat has tested FeLV/FIV. negative, is current on vaccinations, parasite-free and litter-box trained.
To hasten the adoption process, please complete our adoption form online at http://bit.ly/1dGdYS8 .
You can meet many of our pets at these locations:
For information call or text Pat Maloney at 610-299-1860, email us at firstname.lastname@example.com or complete our adoption form at www.palspets.org
If you would like to volunteer or foster, please complete our volunteer or foster forms at www.palspets.org
Thank you!
P.A.L.S. has developed a model for rescue that is careful, effective and which has certain philosophies that govern our decisions. We are a true no-kill organization. The only reason we ever euthanize an animal is because it is suffering and the suffering cannot be relieved. We do not euthanize for logistical, behavioral or economical reasons. Every animal that comes under our protection has a place in P.A.L.S. for the rest of its life. Adopters sign a contract agreeing to, amongst other things, return the adopted animal to P.A.L.S. should they ever be unable to care for it.
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Some favorable polling for out mayor of Providence, RI, David Cicilline, in his bid for the congressional seat being vacated by Patrick Kennedy:
A gay Rhode Island Democrat seeking election to a U.S. House seat this fall is maintaining a double-digit lead against his Republican opponent, according to a recent polling memo obtained by the Blade.
Cicilline leads GOP opponent by double-digits: poll [Wash Blade]
So not to count chickens: But there's certainly good reason for Barney Frank, Jared Polis, and Tammy Baldwin to rework their three part harmonies. Which is obviously good for LGBTs, counting all of the chickens who simply refuse to take on our matters.
Or better yet: Let's get Palm Springs mayor Steve Pougnet and NJ's Ed Postonak in their seats as well, and then we'll have six — count 'em — SIX LGB members of Congress. Because House glass ceilings are sooooo twenty years ago. Or sooooo senatorial, I guess you could say.


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Hour of Code Success Calls for a High FiveDecember 18, 2013 This year AAUW celebrated Computer Science Education Week and the Hour of Code for the first time. But thanks to amazing work by our members and supporters, you would think we've been doing this for much longer. Here's what we accomplished together:
We taught women and girls how to code.
Twenty-five events were organized by AAUW members or reported through our website. One event, held by the AAUW Greater Rochester Area (NY) Branch, reached 479 people! Kudos to everyone who organized an event and empowered women and girls to code.
- We spread the word in every direction.
North, South, East, West, AAUW hit every region of the country with the Hour of Code message thanks to the 17 total proclamations, which were issued by mayors and governors in Florida, Kentucky, Maine, Minnesota, New Hampshire, Ohio, Oklahoma, Texas, and Wisconsin.
Gov. Hassan proclaims Dec. 9-15 as Computer Science Education Week in NH http://t.co/GKaHBfB6Kx #CSEdWeek @FanofAAUWNH @AAUW @AAUWSTEM
— Gov. Maggie Hassan (@GovernorHassan) December 9, 2013
Meanwhile, New York supporters wrote op-eds and letters to the editor, while AAUW of Wisconsin President Joyce Hoffman gave a televised interview!
- We built a foundation for future action.
In our 2010 report on the alarmingly low number of women in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) fields, we recommended encouraging girls to take computer science classes. That recommendation is turning into action thanks to a petition asking community leaders to make computer classes count toward graduation or as a math credit. We'll deliver the 375 petition signatures to the decision maker responsible for each state's education curricula.
Check out the photos below to see AAUW's Hour of Code efforts in action.
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Early Access Program of Telaprevir With Peginterferon and Ribavirin in Chronic Hepatitis C Subjects
Expanded access is no longer available for this treatment.
Janssen-Cilag International NV
Information provided by (Responsible Party):
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First received: January 9, 2012
Last updated: July 22, 2015
Last verified: July 2015
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The purpose of this early access program is to provide telaprevir to patients with a specific type of hepatitis C viral infection (termed 'genotype 1') who are expected to benefit from telaprevir-based therapy but who reside in countries in which telaprevir is not yet commercially available and who are not eligible for enrollment into a clinical study of telaprevir. The study also aims to collect information on the safety and adverse events with telaprevir treatment in combination with peginterferon alfa and ribavirin, which is typically used to treat patients with hepatitis C. In addition to hepatitis C viral infection, patients in this study will also have a diagnosis of liver fibrosis and compensated liver disease.
|Hepatitis C
|Drug: Telaprevir + peginterferon alfa + ribavirin Drug: peginterferon alfa + ribavirin
|Study Type:
|Expanded Access What is Expanded Access?
|Official Title:
|Multicenter, Open-label, Early Access Program of Telaprevir in Combination With Peginterferon Alfa and Ribavirin in Genotype 1 Chronic Hepatitis C Subjects With Severe Fibrosis and Compensated Cirrhosis
Resource links provided by NLM:
Genetics Home Reference related topics: North American Indian childhood cirrhosis
MedlinePlus related topics: Hepatitis Hepatitis A Hepatitis C
Drug Information available for: RibavirinU.S. FDA Resources
Further study details as provided by Janssen-Cilag International NV:
Intervention Details:Detailed Description:
Drug: Telaprevir + peginterferon alfa + ribavirin
During the first 12 weeks of the early access program, all eligible patients will receive telaprevir 750 mg every 8 hours in combination with peginterferon-alfa and ribavirin.
Other Name: experimentalDrug: peginterferon alfa + ribavirin
Patients with severe fibrosis who are treatment naïve or prior treatment relapsers will subsequently be treated with peginterferon-alfa and ribavirin alone for either an additional 12 or 36 weeks.
Other Name: experimentalDrug: peginterferon alfa + ribavirin
Previously treated patients with prior partial or null response, or who had viral breakthrough, with severe fibrosis and all subjects with cirrhosis will subsequently be treated with peginterferon-alfa and ribavirin alone for an additional 36 weeks.
Other Name: experimental
This is a multicenter, multinational, open-label, non-comparative early access program designed to provide telaprevir to patients infected with hepatitis C virus genotype 1, who have a documented diagnosis of liver fibrosis and compensated liver disease (Child Pugh Grade A), and are expected to benefit from telaprevir-based therapy. Patients will be excluded if they are eligible for enrollment into an ongoing clinical study of telaprevir. Enrollment of patients into this study will continue until telaprevir becomes available for reimbursement in the country in which a patient resides or until September 2013, whichever occurs first, unless otherwise indicated per local regulations. During the first 12 weeks of the study, all patients will receive telaprevir administered orally with food every 8 hours in combination with peginterferon-alfa/ribavirin [PEG-IFN-alfa/RBV]). Patients will then be treated with Peg-IFN-alfa/RBV alone for an additional 12 or 36 weeks, based on how they respond to treatment (assessed by levels of hepatitis C viral RNA in the plasma, which reflects the number of virus particles in the bloodstream) and/or by type of patient (patients with severe fibrosis who had not received prior treatment or had previously relapsed during treatment, patients with prior partial or null response [who had only partially or had not responded to previous treatment], patients who had viral breakthrough [recurrence of viral copies during antiviral treatment], or patients with cirrhosis). For all patients, rules will be applied to ensure that telaprevir or Peg-IFN-alfa/RBV are stopped if subjects have viral breakthrough or treatment failure. All patients should have a follow up visit (including measurement of hepatitis C viral RNA levels in the bloodstream) 24 weeks after the last administered dose of any treatment. Dose modifications of telaprevir are prohibited and once telaprevir treatment is discontinued it may not be reinitiated in this study.
|Ages Eligible for Study:
|18 Years to 70 Years (Adult, Senior)
|Sexes Eligible for Study:
Inclusion Criteria:
- have evidence of hepatitis C virus infection genotype 1 (by molecular assay); - have quantifiable plasma hepatitis C viral RNA levels; - have documented liver fibrosis as assessed by liver biopsy or a non-invasive test showing severe fibrosis or cirrhosis (for subjects with severe fibrosis, the diagnostic test should have been performed within the past 18 months); - have compensated liver disease (Child-Pugh Grade A clinical classification); - have access to hepatitis C treatment (peginterferon-alfa/ribavarin)
Exclusion Criteria:
- eligible for enrollment into an ongoing clinical study of telaprevir; - infected or co-infected with hepatitis C virus of a genotype other than genotype 1 and/or co-infected with HIV; - contraindication to the administration of peginterferon-alfa or ribavarin, or medical history or laboratory values that preclude treatment with peginterferon-alfa or ribavarin according to the respective local prescribing information; - history of having previously received an investigational treatment with hepatitis C viral protease or polymerase inhibitors (a class of drugs like telaprevir); - signs or symptoms of hepatocellular carcinoma (tests for serum alpha-fetoprotein and ultrasonography should have been done a maximum of 4 months before screening to screen for hepetocellular carcinoma)
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Choosing to participate in a study is an important personal decision. Talk with your doctor and family members or friends about deciding to join a study. To learn more about this study, you or your doctor may contact the study research staff using the Contacts provided below. For general information, see Learn About Clinical Studies.
Please refer to this study by its ClinicalTrials.gov identifier: NCT01508286
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Publications automatically indexed to this study by ClinicalTrials.gov Identifier (NCT Number):
Keywords provided by Janssen-Cilag International NV:
Additional relevant MeSH terms:
ClinicalTrials.gov processed this record on September 19, 2017
Additional Information:
Multicenter, Open-Label, Early Access Program of Telaprevir in Combination With Peginterferon Alfa and Ribavirin in Genotype 1 Chronic Hepatitis C Subjects With Severe Fibrosis and Compensated Cirrhosis
Publications automatically indexed to this study by ClinicalTrials.gov Identifier (NCT Number):
Lepida A, Colombo M, Fernandez I, Abdurakhmanov D, Ferreira PA, Strasser SI, Urbanek P, Mangia A, Calleja JL, Iraqi W, DeMasi R, Lonjon-Domanec I, Moreno C, Wedemeyer H. Final Results of the Telaprevir Access Program: FibroScan Values Predict Safety and Efficacy in Hepatitis C Patients with Advanced Fibrosis or Cirrhosis. PLoS One. 2015 Sep 23;10(9):e0138503. doi: 10.1371/journal.pone.0138503. eCollection 2015.
|Responsible Party:
|Janssen-Cilag International NV
|ClinicalTrials.gov Identifier:
|NCT01508286 History of Changes
|Other Study ID Numbers:
VX-950HEP3002 ( Other Identifier: Janssen )
2010-023669-23 ( EudraCT Number )
|Study First Received:
|January 9, 2012
|Last Updated:
|July 22, 2015
Keywords provided by Janssen-Cilag International NV:
hepatitis C
early access program
Additional relevant MeSH terms:
Hepatitis A
Hepatitis C
Hepatitis, Chronic
Hepatitis C, Chronic
Liver Diseases
Digestive System Diseases
Hepatitis, Viral, Human
Virus Diseases
Enterovirus Infections
Picornaviridae Infections
RNA Virus Infections
Flaviviridae Infections
Molecular Mechanisms of Pharmacological Action
Antiviral Agents
Anti-Infective Agents
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This page is about the idiom upset the applecart
Meaning: If you upset the applecart, you do something that causes trouble or upsets someone's plans.
For example:
- The Stones upset the applecart by pulling out of the music festival. They were going to be the main act.
- Kelly's sister really upset the applecart when she told Kelly that she'd seen her husband waiting for someone in a hotel lobby when he was supposed to be in New York.
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We'd planned to have our wedding in the local park, but the head of the council upset the applecart when he
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Category: names increasing in popularity
Classic names are just as hot for boys as they are for girls right now—but there's a difference. Most of the vintage boys' names that are rising in popularity aren't the traditional classics like William and James, which have never been subject to the whims of fashion, or fusty Victorian vestiges like Clarence or Elmer, but are mainly names that date from further back in time.
The classic boys' names that are hottest–and coolest–at this moment are either a) offbeat biblical choices rarely heard in modern times, or b) true classics dating from the Roman era. Those listed below—some of which might surprise you—all feature on the official list of fastest-rising boys' names in the past year.


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The two Australian DJs whose prank call to a London hospital caring for Kate Middleton, which later apparently prompted a nurse to commit suicide, will not be charged, British prosecutors said Friday.
The DJs impersonated Queen Elizabeth II and her son, Prince Charles, while calling London's King Edward VII hospital in December to ask about the condition of Middleton, who was hospitalized for acute morning sickness.
Nurse Jacintha Saldanha put the call through to another nurse, who gave details of Middleton's condition. Saldanha hanged herself three days later, after the prank became worldwide news.
According to the New York Daily News, prosecutors said there was no evidence to support a charge of manslaughter, and despite "some evidence" to justify investigating whether the pair violated Britain's Data Protection Act and Malicious Communications Act, prosecution wouldn't be in the public interest.
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PHILADELPHIA—Philadelphia Eagles coach Andy Reid is still evaluating his personnel as he does after every game and hasn't yet decided to pull the plug on Michael Vick, but it looks like Vick's days as starting quarterback are numbered.
An Associated Press report Monday said Reid will stick with Vick as the starter for at least one more week.
Reid hasn't yet announced a quarterback change, but Vick said after Sunday's 30-17 loss to Atlanta that the head coach is pondering one and that he would support Reid's decision.
This is the epitome of a darned-if-you do, darned-if-you-don't decision for Reid.
Given the mess that is the offensive line, it's hard to believe backup Nick Foles—a rookie third-round pick—will fare much better, especially when making his starting debut against the Saints in a nationally televised Monday night game at the Superdome, a notoriously loud and suffocating environment.
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But Reid also is under strict orders from owner Jeffrey Lurie to be "substantially better" than last year's 8-8 mark or else lose his job. The Eagles have dropped three straight to fall under .500 (3-4) for the second time in two years.
Vick isn't the only problem, but he's the leader of an offense that's tied for third-worst in the NFL for points per game (17.1) despite an arsenal of weapons that includes DeSean Jackson and LeSean McCoy.
Vick actually has completed 60 percent of his passes or more in each of his last four games, and after throwing six picks in his first two games, he's thrown only two in his last 178 passes. He even managed to play a turnover-free game against the Falcons.
Reid needs to win a game, so going with Foles on Monday night is the risky decision. But by the same token, desperate times call for extreme measures—and this time he can't fire the defensive coordinator.


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Alex Castro
Director of SANDBOX and Lecturer in Art. Architect, Exhibition and Book Designer in Residence
- B.A. Yale University 1965
- M.Arch. University of Pennsylvania 1969
Teaching Philosophy
Primary emphasis on the creation and focusing of a clear concept or idea and of its steady, probing development. It is far better to have something to say and struggle to say it, than to have little to say and do so effortlessly.
Biographical Note
Alex Castro is an artist and architect whose firm, Castro/Arts, focuses on architectural, exhibition, and book design. He is also Creative Director of Urbanite Magazine in Baltimore.
Courses And Seminars Taught
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Golf Rangefinders & GPS Devices
Buying Tips
If you're ready to start playing at a higher level, it may be time to add a golf rangefinder or GPS device to your bag. You'll find exactly what you need at Golf Galaxy. Choose from top brands like Garmin®, GolfBuddy®, SkyCaddie® and more.
Take the guesswork out of your game with a golf rangefinder. Point your new rangefinder at the pin and discover the distance to the green—no more relying on course markers, tree counting or gut feelings to choose the right club.
You'll also find a great selection of GPS devices, including the latest GPS watches and handheld options. Today's golf GPS systems come preloaded with thousands of course maps to give you instant access to yardage, helping you lower scores and create faster, more enjoyable rounds. And many golf GPS watches double as a sharp-looking wristwatch off the course, tracking essential health stats like steps walked and calories burned.
Purchasing a golf rangefinder, GPS or watch is a key step to improving your game, and you don't have to stop there. Check out our selection of golf training aids, including swing analyzers, cameras, mats and more.
Buying Tips
First, you'll need to decide if you're best suited by a rangefinder, GPS device or GPS watch.
Laser rangefinders offer precise distances to targets and are accurate within a few yards. When comparing rangefinders, determine the range, accuracy, slope-measuring abilities, magnification, water resistance and battery power you need for your game.
The advantage of rangefinders over GPS systems is their simplicity. With most models, you just point the rangefinder at your target, and it provides the distance. Some models can even detect changes in elevation and other environmental conditions.
Keep in mind, though, that you must have a clear view of the target to use your rangefinder. For instance, you won't be able to find the distance to the green on a blind hole. And if you're playing in bright sunlight, rain or fog, the rangefinder may not provide the most accurate reading.
However, if you're looking for an easy-to-use, dependable device for measuring distance on the course, it's tough to beat the convenience of a rangefinder.
Handheld GPS Systems
When choosing a handheld GPS system, consider the following features:
- Course Availability: Check to see how many courses you will have access to.
- Course Imagery: Some of today's GPS devices are quite detailed, providing information like distance to course hazards. Make sure your device has the features you want.
- Display Screen: Look for a high-resolution, color display for the best experience.
- Durability: Make sure the GPS you choose is built tough. Look for an impact-resistant model to guard against drops and other mishaps. Go with a waterproof model to ensure you're covered when the rain clouds roll in. Also, an anti-glare screen can be a lifesaver on bright, sunny days.
- Battery Life: As always, make sure to check the device's battery life and recharging process.
Golf GPS Watches
Golf watches are the latest innovation in course management. They provide the precise distance of the rangefinder and the details of a handheld GPS—and it all fits comfortably on your wrist. The GPS golf watch has all the features of a handheld device, and many track additional stats like steps, calories burned and more.
What are the benefits of using a golf rangefinder?
Rangefinders help take the guesswork out of club selection by providing precise distance to your target. This is especially helpful when aiming for the pin on approach shots.
Knowing the yardage to your target will help you choose the right club for the shot and allow you to swing with more confidence.
Are golf rangefinders easy to use?
Most rangefinders sold at Golf Galaxy are relatively simple to operate. Basically, you turn the device on, point it at your target and "fire" the laser to get a yardage reading. While the rangefinder will likely have additional functions available, its main purpose is to provide distance, and that is not a complicated process. Golf rangefinders may vary in price and appearance, but they all share this basic functionality.
What types of objects can my golf rangefinder detect and how can I tell when it has locked on?
Essentially, you can target any object within the rangefinder's field of view, including the flagstick, trees, bunkers, water hazards and most any object viewable through the ocular. Some golf rangefinders are also capable of scanning the landscape and providing distance to several targets at once.
Rangefinders typically display the yardage within the ocular screen once the device has locked in on a target. Some rangefinders will vibrate or produce a sound to let you know it has locked on. Unless you have set the rangefinder to compensate for slope, it will only display "line of sight" yardage to the target—you will need to accommodate for any elevation or environmental factors.
What is the max viewing distance for golf rangefinders?
Lower-end rangefinders can lock onto targets up to 400 yards away and are accurate to within plus or minus 1 yard. Higher-end devices can provide yardage for targets 5 to 1,300 yards away and are also accurate to within plus or minus 1 yard.
Can I use my rangefinder in poor weather conditions?
Depending on the model you choose, performance can be affected by poor visibility, particularly foggy conditions. Glare from the sun can also be a factor. If you do not have a clear view of your target, the rangefinder may be unable to provide an accurate yardage reading. Always consult the product description or user manual to learn more about the capabilities of each device.
What is slope technology and is it legal for tournament play?
All rangefinder devices use high-frequency lasers to provide line-of-sight yardage to the pin or target. However, only devices with slope technology will account for changes in elevation—for example, an uphill hole. This technology will add or subtract yardage from the projected distance based on the elevational changes, which can provide a huge advantage for club selection.
According to the Rules of Golf, the use of slope technology is illegal during tournament or competitive play. For handicapping purposes, golfers may use a device which measures distance only.


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Civil engineer Cory Steinke reported that river inflows to Lake McConaughy are about 75 percent of normal for this time of year.
Steinke tod the board of directors of the Central Public Power and Irrigation District that snowpack accumulation in the upper North Platte River basin is 79 percent of average, 67 percent in the lower North Platte basin, and 83 percent in the South Platte River basin.
He also reported that the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, in coordination with the Platte River Recovery Implementation Program, is planning to release "short duration medium flows," from Lake McConaughy into the Platte River for 14 days beginning Tuesday, April 2.
The water releases are intended to benefit threatened and endangered species -- specifically habitat for whooping cranes, least terns and piping plovers -- in the central Platte River area.
The water will be released from a reserved "environmental account" of water stored in Lake McConaughy.
The releases should bring the peak flows in the Platte River near Overton to around 4,000 cubic feet per second, Steinke said.
Also, Central Irrigation Division Manager Dave Ford reported that pumping water into Elwood Reservoir will begin this week in preparation for the coming irrigation season. Pumping should continue through May.
Central plans to utilize the reservoir to supplement irrigation deliveries from the E65 Canal, but because of allocation of irrigation water this summer, the reservoir will not be filled completely, Ford said.
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TUMORAPA 1: Efficacy of Rapamycin in Secondary Prevention of Skin Cancers in Kidney Transplant Recipients
This study has been completed.
Hospices Civils de Lyon
Information provided by (Responsible Party):
Hospices Civils de Lyon
ClinicalTrials.gov Identifier:
First received: August 23, 2005
Last updated: July 1, 2014
Last verified: May 2014
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In a population of kidney transplant recipients having developed a first squamous cell carcinoma, the aim of the study is to assess the incidence of subsequent skin cancers over 2 years in patients who are switched to rapamycin as compared to patients who are maintained under calcineurin inhibitors.
|Skin Cancer Kidney Transplantation
|Drug: rapamycin Drug: ciclosporine Drug: tacrolimus
|Phase 3
|Study Type:
|Study Design:
|Allocation: Randomized
Intervention Model: Parallel Assignment
Masking: None (Open Label)
Primary Purpose: Treatment
|Official Title:
|Efficacy of Rapamycin in Secondary Prevention of Skin Cancers in Kidney Transplant Recipients - Multicentric Randomized, Open-label Study of Rapamycin vs Calcineurin Inhibitors
Resource links provided by NLM:
MedlinePlus related topics: Kidney Transplantation Skin Cancer
Drug Information available for: Sirolimus Everolimus TemsirolimusU.S. FDA Resources
Further study details as provided by Hospices Civils de Lyon:
Primary Outcome Measures:
- To assess the incidence of new squamous cell carcinoma in kidney transplant recipients [ Time Frame: during 5 years ]
Secondary Outcome Measures:
- To assess the incidence of other non skin cancer in kidney transplant recipients [ Time Frame: during 5 years ]
- To assess the graft survival [ Time Frame: during 5 years ]
- To assess the tolerance of rapamycin [ Time Frame: during 5 years ]
|Study Start Date:
|April 2004
|Study Completion Date:
|May 2014
|Primary Completion Date:
|March 2011 (Final data collection date for primary outcome measure)
|Assigned Interventions
Experimental: 1
patients receiving Rapamycin
Drug: rapamycin
3 to 5 mg/day
Other Name: Rapamune
Active Comparator: 2
patients receiving anticalcineurin treatment
Drug: ciclosporine
Blood residual level < or = to 125 ng/mlDrug: tacrolimus
Blood residual level < or = to 8 ng/ml
|Ages Eligible for Study:
|18 Years to 80 Years (Adult, Senior)
|Sexes Eligible for Study:
|Accepts Healthy Volunteers:
Inclusion Criteria:
- First post-transplant squamous cell carcinoma in a kidney transplant recipient under calcineurin inhibitors
Exclusion Criteria:
- Other squamous cell carcinomas in the past history
- More than 2 transplantations
- Patients not under calcineurin inhibitors
- Unstable graft function
- Non controlled hyperlipidemia (cholesterol > 7.8 mmol/l or triglycerides > 3.95 mmol/l)
- Leucopenia < 3000/mm3
- Thrombocytopenia < 100,000/mm3
- Liver dysfunction
- Pregnancy
- Allergy to macrolides
Contacts and Locations
Choosing to participate in a study is an important personal decision. Talk with your doctor and family members or friends about deciding to join a study. To learn more about this study, you or your doctor may contact the study research staff using the Contacts provided below. For general information, see Learn About Clinical Studies.
Please refer to this study by its ClinicalTrials.gov identifier: NCT00133887
Please refer to this study by its ClinicalTrials.gov identifier: NCT00133887
|Hôpital Edouard Herriot - Service de Dermatologie
|Lyon, France, 69003
Sponsors and Collaborators
Hospices Civils de Lyon
|Principal Investigator:
|Sylvie EUVRARD, MD
|Hospices Civils de Lyon
More Information
Publications automatically indexed to this study by ClinicalTrials.gov Identifier (NCT Number):
Keywords provided by Hospices Civils de Lyon:
Additional relevant MeSH terms:
ClinicalTrials.gov processed this record on September 21, 2017
Aractingi S, Kanitakis J, Euvrard S, Le Danff C, Peguillet I, Khosrotehrani K, Lantz O, Carosella ED. Skin carcinoma arising from donor cells in a kidney transplant recipient. Cancer Res. 2005 Mar 1;65(5):1755-60.
Publications automatically indexed to this study by ClinicalTrials.gov Identifier (NCT Number):
Euvrard S, Morelon E, Rostaing L, Goffin E, Brocard A, Tromme I, Broeders N, del Marmol V, Chatelet V, Dompmartin A, Kessler M, Serra AL, Hofbauer GF, Pouteil-Noble C, Campistol JM, Kanitakis J, Roux AS, Decullier E, Dantal J; TUMORAPA Study Group. Sirolimus and secondary skin-cancer prevention in kidney transplantation. N Engl J Med. 2012 Jul 26;367(4):329-39. doi: 10.1056/NEJMoa1204166.
|Responsible Party:
|Hospices Civils de Lyon
|ClinicalTrials.gov Identifier:
|NCT00133887 History of Changes
|Other Study ID Numbers:
|Study First Received:
|August 23, 2005
|Last Updated:
|July 1, 2014
Keywords provided by Hospices Civils de Lyon:
Squamous cell carcinoma
kidney transplant recipients
Skin cancers in kidney transplant recipients
Additional relevant MeSH terms:
Skin Neoplasms
Neoplasms by Site
Skin Diseases
Calcineurin Inhibitors
Immunosuppressive Agents
Immunologic Factors
Physiological Effects of Drugs
Enzyme Inhibitors
Molecular Mechanisms of Pharmacological Action
Anti-Bacterial Agents
Anti-Infective Agents
Antibiotics, Antineoplastic
Antineoplastic Agents
Antifungal Agents
Dermatologic Agents
Antirheumatic Agents
ClinicalTrials.gov processed this record on September 21, 2017


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I keep reading about how retailers are upgrading their fitting rooms, about how they are making the individual stalls larger and adding all sorts of enhancements. But the reality doesn't live up to the hype, at least not yet. We still have a long way to go before such features are standard.
I say this based on a recent weekend of intense shopping for the item that probably inspires more anxiety among women than any other single article of clothing: a swimsuit. I visited lots of stores (mostly mid-market ones), stood nearly naked in lots of fitting rooms. And here's what I found:
Too many fitting rooms are cramped, dreary and ill-kept, with piles of discarded garments left over by previous shoppers. And while I'm not choosy about carpet style, standing barefooted on a dirty, stained carpet is another matter entirely. It's a major turn-off. Customers deserve a clean floor.
Overhead fluorescent lighting, still all too common in fitting rooms, is harsh and unflattering. Adding some lighting directly to the mirror to reduce the shadows cast by overhead lamps can do wonders. Other complaints: single-view mirrors and hooks (or the lack thereof). Too many fitting rooms still have only one hook. (I'm not counting hooks that dangle precariously from the wall.)
In several stores I visited, the dressing rooms were so chilly as to be downright uncomfortable, particularly for trying on swimwear. When I mentioned it to the sales associate in the area, she just shrugged.
Despite my glum assessment, I do think some retailers are waking up to the crucial role fitting rooms play in the shopping experience. Following Macy's example, J.C. Penney has debuted fitting rooms that are large enough to accommodate strollers or groups of friends and include tastefully appointed lounge areas with flat-screen televisions. The try-on rooms in some of its new lingerie departments are almost sexy: purple from ceiling to carpet with curtains dramatically draped over framed mirrors. Plush stools replace the standard Formica benches.
At Martin + Osa, the new concept from American Eagle Outfitters, the fitting rooms are deep and roomy, with cypress wood walls and flattering light. A nature scene dances on frosted glass behind the floor-to-ceiling mirrors. At Metropark, customers can watch music videos on LCD monitors while they try on clothes.
Such innovations make trying on clothes more fun, and can also give a retailer a competitive edge. But they are still the exception.
The problem with fitting rooms is twofold. One, is that while retailers have shown themselves willing to invest in design upgrades in new prototypes and new concepts, bringing the changes down to a fleet of existing locations often gets left on the back burner (Macy's is an exception). Two, fitting rooms require dedicated upkeep. Even the most well-appointed spaces will suffer if they are not properly maintained. Target's fitting rooms may be utilitarian, but they are almost always clean and free of discarded goods.
It's often said that women make the decision to purchase clothes in the fitting room. The other side of the coin is that women make the decision not to purchase clothes in the fitting room, as well. And that was the case with me on my recent swimsuit expedition. Tired and cranky, I went home empty-handed. It's almost enough for a Jersey-shore-loving gal to give up the beach. But just almost.


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WATSONVILLE -Santa Cruz County sheriff's deputies arrested a second suspect Thursday in an ATM robbery that occurred last month in Aptos. .
Deputies arrested Fernando Quintero Olivarez, 20, at his home on Green Valley Road in Watsonville on suspicion of felony robbery, sheriff's Sgt. Patrick Dimick said. .
Olivarez is suspected of helping Miguel Angel Hernandez, also 20, rob a woman a woman at gunpoint as she was using the Bay Federal Credit Union ATM at 105 Post Office Drive in Aptos on Jan. 24.
Deputies were dispatched there around 10:30 p.m. that night when the woman reported she was approached on foot by two men as she was completing her ATM transaction. Both were dressed in black clothing and black ski masks.
One of the men, who deputies say was Hernandez, held a handgun to her head and demanded money. The woman retrieved money from the ATM, handed it over and the two men fled.
Hernandez was arrested Monday at his home in Royal Oaks. He was arraigned Wednesday and is due back in court Feb. 14.
Both men are no longer being held in Santa Cruz County Jail, records show.


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By kirra
Dec 23, 2006
Bison Willy's (at mouth of canyon) currently not available. Same name lodging in Cody town is open and a nice place to hang your helmet. Several climbs in and lots to choose. Check out 'Core Mountain Sports' -Aaron Mulkey for the latest beta in case he's been too busy climbing to update coldfear.com...(:
FREE camping is available at Deek Creek Campgrnd in the valley about 5mi in. Saw several people tenting in the snow. But I don't think there is any Pizza delivery out there
By Alec LaLonde
Jan 30, 2009
There was a fatality on the Main Vein in early January 2009 due to a massive avalanche: blog post
The South Fork isn't known for avalanches, but don't forget to check out conditions before getting out there.
By Bill Rusk
From: Duluth, MN
Aug 30, 2009
I'm planning a trip here this winter. I was wondering when the climbs start forming up? Is late Dec. too early?
By J. Albers
From: Colorado
Nov 7, 2009
Hi Bill,
I am sure that this is too late to be helpful, but no, Dec. is not too early.
By Buff Johnson
Nov 11, 2009
Lodging "Condition Report" (so to speak):
The Flying H Ranch has an interest in renting cabins to ice climbers.
Contact is Steve and Diane Byrum. Probably not best to put the full contact info on the web as of yet, unless someone has a better idea. No info as to rates.
From Kev:
They're at the end of the spur road on the south (north-facing) side of the Valley. This is the ranch that you hike around when approaching Mean Green, HoB, Moonrise etc. if you opt to drive across the river rather than do the Cody two-step.
By JonBates
From: cody, wy
Feb 23, 2012
|Please consider using "naked threads" for rappel anchors in the South Fork. It seems most folks use double ropes and this technique is even stronger than using smaller diameter cordage (litter) to rappel on. I've used up to a 9.2mm rope w/o issues. If you don't have doubles and naked threads are not an option, please add a quick-link ($1-$2 at the hardware store) to your threads so more than just a few people can safely rappel off it. Way too many routes out here have huge rat nests of burned out cordage and webbing on top of the pitches. If there is an established thread at a rap station, use it, don't add another thread or steal the link thinking it's booty or something. How much trash we leave behind can affect the future of South Fork. thanks!
By cdec
From: SLC, UT
Jan 13, 2013
For those looking for a place to stay try the Big Bear Motel.
In Cody 1/4 from the turn off for the South Fork road.
1/13 we paid $47 a night for a 2 queen room. Clean and comfortable with table, fridge, micro and plenty of space to dry out gear.
By Jeff Hebert
From: Seattle, WA
Jan 3, 2014
A friend and I just stayed at the Double Diamond X Ranch for 4 nights in their bunkhouse. The price was on par with the Big Bear, but it's located right at the fork in the road near the Schoolhouse Creek parking lot, so it saves you the drive every day and makes it easy to head to the North or South side of the canyon. Just bring food for your whole stay. The proprietor is a really nice guy just getting things off the ground.
By Jaaron Mankins
From: Durango, CO
Jan 31, 2014
Update for lodging in the South Fork Valley. Bison Willy's old bunkhouse is under new ownership and they have fixed the place up a bit:
Matt Dzialak
Double Diamond X Ranch
3453 Southfork Road
(307)587-5252 (DDX Ranch Office)
(307)399-8816 (Matt's Cellphone-text is best)
Matt seemed like a great guy, so let's support him if you can! $40/night per person.
By aleday
Jan 5, 2015
Update Jan 2015: Matt continues to spruce up the Double Diamond. The main lodge experienced a beautiful remodel, and offers a great location to converse with other climbers and share conditions. Some cabins have full kitchens and really make for a pleasant end to long days on icicles, and are very well suited for multiple day missions to the area offering a warm, dry, pleasant way to spend the night.
Matt is a great guy, and I can't emphasize enough how nice it is to avoid the ~hour drive back into Cody at night, dodging the ubiquitous Deer during that season.
By s t d
Jan 15, 2015
We found an ice tool last weekend in the South Fork.
Message me if its yours.
By Greg Sievers
From: Bozeman, MT
Feb 12, 2017
DDX is still the best choice. concurrance with the other comments =
"the" place to stay to climb in the Southfork is the Double Diamond X Ranch. its located 40miles from Cody and only 2-3 miles from the ice. it is the only facility out there in the Valley, and not only reduces the commute but reduces your chances of nailing one of thousands of deer, skidding off the road, falling asleep at the wheel after a long day, driving to or from town in the dark, and maybe getting a DUI. ddxranchwyoming.com
their bunkhouse has 2 rooms that each have 3 bunkbeds, table, chairs, refrigerator, microwave, toasteroven, hot plate, and 2 each showers, sinks, toilets. beds mattrasses are covered single beds, so bring your own sleeping bag.
this used to be an AAC Hut, but the new owners give 10% off to AAC members on the $39/nite rate.


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Get an overview of this hotelLuxury waterfront hotel with large outdoor pool
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Next to Dubai Marina Mall
Address Dubai Marina has an enviable spot overlooking the world's largest man-made marina. The hotel is connected to Dubai Marina Mall, where guests can enjoy high-end boutiques and restaurants. The iconic Burj Khalifa skyscraper is 20 minutes away by car.
50-meter outdoor pool
Guests can work out in the 24-hour fitness center, indulge in a spa treatment, and relax in the sauna. There's a 50-meter (164-foot) outdoor pool and a kids' club to keep the youngsters entertained. Three restaurants serve international dishes, and the bar features a DJ and cocktails.
Luxe linens, free WiFi
Stylish, contemporary rooms come with free WiFi plus views of the water, the marina, or the city. There's a flat-screen TV, an iPod® docking station, and an iPad® for surfing the Web. Guests are pampered with luxury linens, a choice of Muehldorfer® pillows, and Charlotte Rhys bath amenities. Free cribs are available.Information missing or incorrect? Tell us!Opens in a new window
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Hotel Amenities
In addition to a full-service spa, Address Dubai Marina features a marina and an outdoor pool. The hotel offers a coffee shop/café. Guests can unwind with a drink at one of the hotel's bars, which include a poolside bar and 2 lounge bars. Wireless Internet access is complimentary.
This 5-star property offers access to a business center, limo/town car service, and a meeting room. Event facilities measuring 7900 square feet (734 square meters) include conference space. This luxury hotel also offers a children's pool, a health club, and a spa tub. For a surcharge, airport shuttle service - pickup only (available on request) is offered to guests. Onsite self parking and valet parking are complimentary. The property may provide extended parking privileges to guests after check-out (surcharge).
Address Dubai Marina has designated areas for smoking.
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- Conference space size (meters) - 734
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- Year Built 2009
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- Number of buildings/towers - 1
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- Breakfast available (surcharge)
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Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
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24-hour room service is available.
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Solar Light Stick Illuminates Glass Gazing Globes from Within
- Transform your gazing globe into a glowing nighttime accent
- Color-changing LED light inserts into base; fits most 10-12" globes
- Solar panel can be placed up to 6' away
- Globe sold separately
Enhance the beauty of transparent or translucent gazing globes (sold separately) and add evening magic to your garden. LED changes color slowly to add a soothing yet captivating effect. Simply insert the light into the neck of the globe; a rubber stopper adjusts to fit any globe with a 1-5/8" to 1-11/16" diameter neck opening (which includes most 10" and 12" diameter globes). Place the solar panel in a sunny spot up to 6' away. It will charge during the day; at dusk, the light will turn on automatically and stay lit for approximately 6 hours on a full charge. Includes on/off switch.
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- Light stick is 7" L
- Solar panel is 4-1/2" W x 7-1/2" H installed
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I love to see the light as I enter the driveway
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I think the light works great in my yard. I use it at the head of my walk to outline my front gate.
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Need to determine why or return.
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I received the base and the works for this globe. No slip saying there wad a back order for the globe. I called and was told they had globes but were moving their stock and would ship in a few days. That was two weeks ago. I have received no globe and no emails explaining the delay.
Beginning to sound like refund time to me. Would rather have the globe.
They claimed they were moving stock to a new warehouse. Maybe the boat from China was delayed? How would I know? No emails or estimated time of arrival data.
- Has 3 light color phases
- Simple to set up
- Light could be brighter
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- Patio or flower garden
I placed this light in one of the glass mosaic gazing balls that sets on our back patio. It creates a gorgeous light effect in the ball, cycles through 3 color shades. The light is perfect to view 10 - 20 ft away, but might be hard to see at a further distance which is why I gave it a 4 instead of 5 rating. The full beauty of the ball is lost without the light in it.


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Peace Corps volunteers live, learn and work with a community overseas for 27 months, providing assistance in agriculture, community economic development, education, environment, health and youth in development. Since the Peace Corps was established in 1961, more than 210,000 Americans have volunteered in 139 host countries. Today, more than 8,000 volunteers work with local communities in 76 host countries in agriculture, community economic development, education, environment, health and youth in development.
MSU has received other national recognition in recent years for its commitment to community engagement and the spreading of knowledge that benefits the public.
In November 2011, MSU won the prestigious C. Peter Macgrath University Community Engagement Award from the Association of Public and Land-grant Universities, beating out some of the largest universities in the nation. Montana State was recognized for the contributions its students have made in bringing clean water to a region in Kenya through the work of the MSU chapter of Engineers Without Borders.
In January 2011, the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching awarded MSU its community engagement classification. MSU's application highlighted 15 university-community partnerships that ranged from Engineers Without Borders at MSU, a student-driven organization that brings clean drinking water to remote schools in western Kenya; to MSU's Campus Corps, which provides students with volunteer opportunities while fulfilling academic requirements.
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Contact: Jeremiah McDaniel, Peace Corps public affairs, (310) 356-1119 or email@example.com