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A Gwent Police spokeswoman confirmed armed police did attend the incident on St John's Road and that the matter was "safely dealt with". The man is now in the care of the health authorities.
An area of Chepstow Road was shut off to the public after police received a call from a member of the public at 3.40pm. Officers were at the scene negotiating with the man "to secure his safety and well being", according to police.
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The expenses bill of £135,000 run up by the office of former first minister Henry McLeish is eye-opening for a couple of reasons.
The first relates to Mr McLeish himself, who was forced from high office after the expenses inquiry which became known as 'Officegate'. The reasons for the incurring of expenses may be totally different but one might have expected the former Central Fife MSP to have been alert to any question of expenses while he was leading the Glasgow College Region through restructuring.
It should be emphasised that there is no suggestion of wrongful personal gain. The Glasgow Regional Colleges Board says the bulk of the money went on paying for two staff members and the bill run up with the Scottish Funding Council represents about £105,000 for staff and running costs.
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It is also not obvious why staff costs were so much more for this region than for any of the others. Mr McLeish himself claimed £31,535 for national project work and other expenses.
The cost certainly stands out, partly because of the nature of Mr McLeish's untimely exit from the Holyrood hot seat but mainly because in his role as head of Glasgow College Region his office claimed the highest sum of the three multi-college regions set up under college reforms brought in this year. Ian McKay of Edinburgh and Linda McTavish of Lanarkshire spent £24,000 and less than £10,000 respectively.
Indeed the Glasgow office figure is more than the amount claimed by all other regions put together.
So the second, more important issue it raises is about the allegedly cost-saving nature of the reforms.
College regionalisation was meant to cut down on excessive bureaucracy by merging neighbouring colleges to save on administrative and other duplications and drive efficiency.
Restructuring has undoubtedly delivered cost savings. But education union the EIS is right to point out that staff and students alike will be concerned if money saved through cuts is squandered on unnecessary administrative expenditure.
It is fair to say that with three colleges merging the Glasgow College Region was always going to be a more complex and technical proposition.
But the board has also claimed that one source of expense was an office set up in Glasgow Caledonian University rather than in one of the three colleges to promote "a degree of neutrality". This is a symptom of political sensitivities and rivalries which one would have hoped those in public office could resolve without excessive cost to the public purse. However, it is a reminder of difficulties which have historically dogged attempts to merge Glasgow colleges.
Opposition politicians would like to see answers given about the amount claimed by Mr McLeish, who has recently been confirmed as chairman of his region for the next four years. He will point to his additional duties not held by his eight counterparts in other regions, including heading the national leads group and a transitional board for the organisation Colleges Scotland.
But it would benefit all involved if Mr McLeish could make clear what project work and other expenses led to this sizeable bill. Meanwhile, ministers must be careful unnecessary cost is not incurred in the name of efficiency.


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Do breast implants cause stretch marks because of the skin stretching? Is there any way to tell ahead of time if you are likely to have stretch marks from getting breast implants?
Do Breast Implants Cause Stretch Marks?
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Breast implants can cause stretch marks in some women
Stretch marks can be caused by implants. I published an article about this. We looked at the numbers of women who got stretch marks and what some of the causes were.
Out of about 2000 patients, I have seen 27 women get stretch marks. Only a handful were severe, and most were mild to moderate with just some faint redness for 3 months and then fading to white, and hardly noticeable.
The factors that were involved were:
1. Placement of the implant (on top of the muscle seems to be higher than under the muscle).
2. Size of the implant (the larger the implant, the more chance of stretch marks).
3. Age (only two of the patients were older than 26, and no one over 32 years of age).
4. If they had stretch marks previously (no one had stretch marks that had not had them previously.
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Do implants casuse streach marks? It depends
Usually breast implant do not cause stretch marks.
However, they can do that occasionally.
It depends how big the implants were and how resilient your tissues were to accommodate the quick expansion of the volume.
Typically those pink stretch marks become invisible after a period of time and are well-tolerated.
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Dr Sajjadian
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Stretch marks after breast augmentation
I've actually seen fine, pink stretch marks develop after breast augmentation.
The patient was a very light complected woman who had never had pregnancy or weight fluctuations. We agreed upon a saline, moderate profile 375cc implant and the surgery went uneventfully.
She first noticed the pink stretch marks about a month post-op and asked me whether I'd ever seen them, which I hadn't.
After talking with some colleagues across the country, it seems that other patients who had similar historical factors (skin type, implant size, etc) occasionally experience stretch marks.
Fortunately, my patient's pink stretch marks eventually became white and inobtrusive.
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Breast Implants and Sagging
Stretch marks are caused by a loss of balance between skin resiliency and skin stretch. Breast implants may make stretch marks appear more visible in some cases if the skin is stretched far beyond is resilient capacity.
If you are concerned about stretch marks, you may consider moisturizing your skin consistently before surgery and in the immediate postoperative period. Our office recommends an Omega Intensive Cream that we routinely prescribe in our office. This complements the natural ability of the skin to moisturize and stretch with a newly implanted prosthesis.
Breast Augmentation Rarely Cause Stretch Marks
Although it would make sense that stretching the skin would cause stretch marks (striae), in fact I have not seen this in my more than 25 yrs of practice and experience with thousands of breast augmentation patients. This however has been reported so is a very uncommon to rare occurrence. What I have seen however is existing white stretch marks become pink for several months afterwards and then fade.
Stretch marks with augmentation
Sadly, I have seen it. The good news is that it is rare. I perform hundreds of breast augmentations per year and in 8 years practice have only seen it twice. Both times it occurred in younger women who have not had children or breast fed. The implants were not very large- between 300-400 cc. They started several weeks after surgery and seem to be improving with time and retin-A cream. The vast majority of my patients do not get them. If fact, many of my patients with pre-existing stretch marks notice that they look better when the skin is filled back out. In sum, a rare complication but very real.
Breast Implants and Stretch Marks
It is extremely unusual to get stretch marks from breast augmentation.
I remains possible, however.
Things that would raise your risk factors would include:
an exceptionally large augmentation.
A history of stretch marks
Stretch marks (striae) are actually tears within the dermis (a deeper layer of your skin). They can occur when tissue elasticity cannot keep up with the physical stretch on the skin. They are problematic because there are not good ways to fix them once they occur.
I hope you find this helpful.
Despite the sudden change in breast volume, stretch marks are uncommon following breast augmentation
Stretch marks (known medically as striae) are visible scars within the skin heighted by an alteration in the skin's pigment creating a color change. Stretch marks are caused by a tearing of the dermis and are the result of rapid stretching of the skin seen with rapid growth. This occurs most commonly during puberty, pregnancy or weight gain. Despite the sudden change in breast volume, intuitively you would think that this would be a common problem following breast augmentation. However, I have been in practice for 23 years and have only seen one woman experience stretch marks immediately following breast augmentation.
Thanks for your question. I hope this helps!
Stretch marks and breast implants
It is very possible to get stretch marks after having breast implants. It is very difficult to predict. However, if you are prone to stretch marks as you may have seen from pregnancy or weight change, than you are probbaly more likely to get them.
Breast Implants and Stretch Marks
There is a much higher likelihood that a woman with very large implants rather than implants of a conservative size will experience stretch marks. Additionally, large breast implants in women with tight skin can result in breasts that look very tight, shiny and sometimes waxy. This is generally a dead giveaway that the patient has had breast implants.
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These answers are for educational purposes and should not be relied upon as a substitute for medical advice you may receive from your physician. If you have a medical emergency, please call 911. These answers do not constitute or initiate a patient/doctor relationship.


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The cause of crime: exposure to lead
DR Hampton Portage, MIJan. 30, 2013 9:00 a.m.
Lead has long been known as an environmental contaminant and health risk. Beethoven died from lead poisoning, which first caused him to go deaf. Lead poisoning has been suggested as one factor in the decline and fall of the Roman empire. Lead levels in baby teeth in inner-city Atlanta were shown to correlate with decreased IQ test scores. Lead also causes impotence in men and AD/HD-like symptoms in children. Years ago, before the EPA banned the use of tetra ethyl lead as an octane booster in gasoline, I turned down renting a nice home which was near a freeway because I didn't want my children dosed with lead. The EPA ban on lead in gasoline is probably the best thing they have ever done for human health and the environment. We should expect that reduced lead levels in the environment has reduced the number of brain-damaged individuals, some of whom become criminals. Now, if we could just reduce mercury levels in the environment, much more good would be done.
metamoracoug metamora, ILJan. 29, 2013 6:51 p.m.
Yes, as it turns out, the number of toilets in your house/apartment/condo also is a predictor of likelihood of criminal activity.
the old switcharoo mesa, AZJan. 29, 2013 4:02 p.m.
The dangers of lead poisoning are well known. Our will to avoid lead poisoning is pretty weak though.
Coal fired electricity plants loft it into the air with other heavy metals contained in coal when it's burned and even the gun shooting crowd exposes themselves and their families to lead dust from shooting but they don't really talk about it much.
The primers have lead compounds that vaporize, the heat vaporizes a small amount of the back of the bullet when fired and bullets fragment and small amounts of lead dust are created in every shot. All of that make indoor rages particularly led fouled, it get on your cloths and you take it home to your kids you are practicing to protect.
That's just one of the many reasons guns are a terrible defense strategy.
DN Subscriber 2 SLC, UTJan. 29, 2013 12:55 p.m.
Correlation does not prove causation.
Instead of seeking excuses in chemistry, debatable as lead was even more prevalent in prior generations, one should look at some other factors:
Mainly, the destruction of the traditional American family, the decay of the work ethic, the rise of the liberal welfare plantation with its plethora of excuses for failure, and the lack of consequences for small transgressions thanks to Dr. Spock and his child rearing recommendations. And, there are huge demographic factors that cannot be denied, although political correctness discourages their mere mention.
But, really, "Mother Jones" magazine as the stimulus for an article of this sort is supposed to be taken seriously?


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While he's not putting up the same overall numbers he did during his years under Mike D'Antoni in Phoenix, Leandro Barbosa has produced solidly and consistently during the last two seasons with the Raptors. In 86 total games in Toronto, Barbosa has provided the Raps with a scoring spark off the bench, recording 12.8 points and 14.9 PER in 23.3 minutes per game.
With Barbosa playing for a non-contending Raptors team in the final year of his contract, it stands to reason that a playoff team in need of bench scoring could have interest in acquiring him. Toronto GM Bryan Colangelo confirmed as much during a team broadcast earlier this month, admitting he's "had a few calls" inquiring on the 29-year-old.
Colangelo stressed that for the club to consider a deal involving Barbosa, it would need to maintain its cap flexibility going forward. So, like most rebuilding teams, the Raptors will likely be seeking some combination of draft picks, expiring contracts, and young, inexpensive talent.
A few of the teams who miss out on signing J.R. Smith when he returns from China may decide to turn their attentions to Barbosa as the trade deadline approaches. Barbosa lacks Smith's size, but both players are capable of scoring baskets in bunches, and stretching the floor with their outside shooting.
The Lakers have a pair of first-round picks and a trade exception that could be used to absorb Barbosa's contract, though there are likely a handful of cheaper players they're considering, including Gilbert Arenas. The Pacers are well below the cap and could acquire Barbosa without compromising their long-term plans. Barbosa could also be a fit with the Timberwolves, Knicks, Clippers, Spurs, or Bulls, among others.
Colangelo will continue to receive calls on Barbosa over the next month, but shouldn't feel pressured to move the 6'3" guard. With Barbosa's $7.6MM salary set to be wiped off the books this summer, the Raptors can afford to hang on to him and clear some cap space if they don't receive a trade offer they like.


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HARRISON, NJ (June 11, 2012) - The New York Red Bulls and JAG Physical Therapy are excited to announce a partnership agreement that makes JAG Physical Therapy the Official Physical Therapy Partner of the New York Red Bulls Academy and Training Programs.
"We are thrilled to partner with JAG Physical Therapy," Red Bulls President, Business Operations Chris Heck said. "Our Youth Development programs are a top priority and our players deserve the very best in soccer-specific injury prevention and treatment. That access, through JAG Physical Therapy's expertise and multiple locations throughout New Jersey, is a real resource for us."
"I am thrilled and excited to partner with a top class organization such as the New York Red Bulls," JAG Physical Therapy President, John Gallucci, Jr. said. "Myself, along with the entire JAG Physical Therapy team, will use our expertise to assist in maintaining their athletes at the highest level of physical fitness and health, ultimately keeping them on the field and ready to play."
The New York Red Bulls Academy is a cost-free program that aspires to help develop the best talent in the tri-state area. Comprised of four teams, the players train a minimum of three times a week and play a maximum of two games under the supervision of our professional staff. The program is designed to assist dedicated and talented players to reach the highest levels of the game nationally and internationally. Additionally, the New York Red Bulls Training Programs are part of the Red Bulls' larger Youth Development system. Each level of player development has been structured to provide extensive support to players, coaches and youth soccer organizations. Within the local community, programs are offered for players of all ages and abilities. For players with outstanding ability, there is an opportunity to progress to the academy level and ultimately, to the Red Bulls First Team.
JAG Physical Therapy is a comprehensive orthopedic physical therapy company which provides physical therapy care for general orthopedic, sports and soft tissue injuries, Workers' Compensation cases, and Medicare patients. Our experienced, caring physical therapists, athletic trainers and exercise physiologists are invested in your full recovery. JAG Physical Therapy is New Jersey's physical therapy leader in the recovery of knee, foot, ankle, hip, shoulder, elbow, and back injuries. We feature state-of-the-art rehabilitation equipment and beautiful, spacious facilities that cater to your rehabilitation needs. John Gallucci Jr., the President of JAG Physical Therapy, is one of the foremost leaders in physical therapy care. John's education and years of experience in the medical and sport medicine realm have provided a foundation for JAG Physical Therapy's expertise in patient care. John is currently the Medical Coordinator for Major League Soccer, sits as an appointed member of the New Jersey Governor's Council on Physical Fitness and Sport, and has served as the head athletic trainer for several professional and amateur teams including the New York Red Bulls (MLS).


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|Gigabyte GeForce GTX 480 SOC GV-N480SO-15I
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|Wednesday, 22 December 2010
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Gigabyte GV-N480SO-15I Detailed Features
Besides the upscale cooling system, which is yards ahead of the reference design, the Gigabyte GTX 480 Super Over Clock has an impressive selection of voltage regulator sections that supply cleaner power than the average video card gets. The input and controller sections are in their traditional place, at the far end of the card. The PWM-based voltage regulator section that supplies power to the HD 6870 GPU is based on the ADP4100 Programmable Multi-Phase Synchronous Buck Converter. It is a 6-phase design that is was initially designed for Intel CPU voltage regulation. Voltage control is digitally programmable through an 8-bit VID for an output range of 0.375 V to 1.6 V. The 6 phases then get split up into 12 phases and then 12 separate sets of driver, high-side, and low-side MOSFETS do the actual power switching. Purists will complain that this is not a "True" 12-phase design, but the truth is, the GPU doesn't care how the individual phases get generated, it is seeing twelve phase power. There may not be as many discrete steps available for throttling back when the GPU only needs low power, but this card isn't really optimized for saving power; it's meant to run as fast as possible.
The other two chips in the image above are an 8-Bit CMOS Microcontroller and a GPIO Controller with 14 outputs and SMBusTM interface. This is the computer that runs all of the low-level functions on the video card. As far as I know, no one has tried to overclock it yet...
The driver transistors for the main VRM section are on the top side of the card, in the general vicinity of the biggest heat generator, so they get additional cooling via this thin aluminum heatsink. It's held on with a spring clip, that's quite a bit stiffer than you might think at first glance. The totem-pole style output MOSFET pairs are on the back side, and the solid-core chokes and polymer capacitors are on the top side along with the drivers. There's nothing really new and innovative in this design so far, but it's very well executed with a lot of attention to detail, and has lots of headroom available for higher voltage and current levels.
The VRM section also features some heavy duty film capacitors on the output that are specially designed to eliminate the last vestiges of noise on the critical DC supply to the GPU and DRAM. These large, flat units from NEC-Tokin have the strange name "Proadlizer", which stands for prompt broadband stabilizer. They are rated for 2.5V and each has a capacitance of 900 μF. That's about twice the capacitance as any of the twelve solid polymer units on the top side of the board, but it's not the total capacitance that matters, it's how well they work at the highest frequencies.
Every electronic component has some extra characteristics that are sometimes referred to as parasitic values. All resistors have parasitic capacitance and inductance, and all capacitors have extra resistance and inductance. The critical thing is that these deviations from perfect behavior are frequency dependant. For a capacitor, they tend to reduce its effectiveness at higher frequencies. Each of the various types of capacitor are optimized for different frequency ranges, and film caps, like these Proadlizer units, are best at higher frequencies. You can see from the manufacturer's data that these are optimized for reducing noise the 100 MHz range, but they are still effective out to 1.0 GHz.
A new trend I am seeing on the latest video cards is the switchover to SMD packaging for the crystal oscillators. Both NVIDIA and AMD have moved away from the traditional through-hole mounting style for this component. These were one of the last holdouts in the transition to full SMD production. Check out the miniature welding around the perimeter of this 27 MHz can; for size reference the entire package is 3mm x 6mm.
The PC board had excellent solder quality and precision component placement, as can be seen below. This is the area on the back side of the board, directly below the GPU, and it's one of the most crowded sections of any graphics card. On my LCD screen, this image is magnified 20X, compared to what the naked eye sees. The small SMD capacitors located side-by-side in this view are placed on 1mm centers. This is one of the most critical sections of the PCB for build quality, as variations in stray capacitance here could impact the performance of the GPU, and certainly its overclocking ability.
This Gigabyte board was well above average for cleanliness, compared to some of the samples I've looked at in the last year. There were some minor traces of residue on different sections of the board, but they were minimal compared to what I've been seeing lately. It's obvious that this card was not made in the same factory as the others I've tested recently. Once you start looking at macro photographs like this, there's no place for any manufacturing shortcuts to hide. All manufacturers are under intense pressure to minimize the environmental impact of their operations, and cleaning processes have historically produced some of the most prolific and toxic industrial waste streams. The combination of eco-friendly solvents, lead-free solder, and smaller SMD components have made cleaning of electronic assemblies much more difficult than it used to be.
The memory choice for the Gigabyte GTX 480 SOC is consistent with the NVIDIA reference designs. The basic GTX 480 reference specs only require 924 MHz chips for the memory, but most cards have been using these Samsung K4G10325FE-HC04 GDDR5 parts, which are designed for up to 1250 MHz. This Gigabyte Super Over Clock version only takes the memory up to 950 MHz, out of the box. It's nice that there is some headroom left on the memory chips, but the GPU has to be willing to play at these higher frequencies, too.
Now that we've had the grand tour of the Gigabyte GTX 480 SOC, inside and out, it's time to put it to the test. Well, Benchmark is our first name, so don't worry. There are a wide variety of tests waiting for you in the next several sections, including some new entries. Let's start off with a complete description of the Video Card Testing Methodology.
I now have an ATI card in and all is fine.
And why would you be trying several 400 cards surley one is enough.
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I've done some of my best work while laughing with another person. Working on a hospital fire plan with a colleague was split between genuine moments of hilarity (such as inventing a politically incorrect system to remember all the telephone extensions in the building) and bursts of creative productivity. In less than six months we completely redesigned our fire plan and trained all staff. We also became great friends.
It's always better for the product if the people working are engaged, excited, and laughing throughout. It beats watching the clock, because time flies by. It doesn't matter if mistakes are made, because they're a joy to fix. And the product is invariably greater than the sum of its parts. The power of humor is invaluable.
By contrast, the mindset of many that work is deadly serious and must be treated with a dour solemnity is, well, kind of funny. I've attended a thousand turgid meetings in which the only thing created was a new way to stay awake. The idea that we all must listen in rigid attention while grimly nodding doesn't seem like anything that could create any great ideas.
There's a great excerpt of a 1991 John Cleese lecture in which he explains how humor is the quickest way to get from the "closed" to "open" mode of thinking. I agree! Much of my best work with others could not have been done without all the fun and laughter that went with it. The work would have been miserable, the final product reflecting a lack of love.
If all this is true, why do so many of us insist on working together in misery?
I really don't know, but I suspect the rarity of truly creative teams is connected to emotional involvement with a painful risk of rejection. The people that I really enjoy and laugh with I have loved or grown to love as people. We form emotional bonds and friendships. This isn't possible with people one doesn't open up to. I'm sure it can't be managed, coerced, or planned either. It just happens.
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TAMPA — By all accounts, Tim Marcum is a Storm guy through and through.
The AFL Hall of Fame coach has won three titles with Tampa Bay, and since 1995 Marcum has been the face of the franchise.
Friday, however, his allegiances will be divided.
"I'm going to be the biggest Spokane fan," Marcum said with a chuckle. "I am a huge Shock fan Friday night."
And for good reason. Should Spokane (13-2) defeat Jacksonville (11-4) Friday, the door opens for the Storm (11-4) to improve its playoff positioning with a win Saturday against Orlando. If both happen, the Storm secures the South Division title, the No. 1 seed in the American Conference and homefield for the first two rounds of the postseason.
"I don't want to get my hopes up too high because we have business to take care of Saturday regardless of what happens Friday," Marcum said.
True, but Friday's game will clue the Storm in to what is at stake before hosting Orlando (7-8) in the regular-season finale. The Sharks and Shock are winners of four of their past five, and Spokane is atop the AFL Coaches Poll a second week in a row.
"They're both very good football teams," Marcum said. "And it looks like Spokane will be going all out."
With homefield locked up throughout the AFL championship game, the Shock could decide to rest some players in preparation for the postseason. But with a limited 20-man rosters and momentum at stake, reports out of Spokane are that the Shock has no plans to relax.
"If you're a train and you just went 500 miles, why would you stop 20 minutes from the finish line?" Spokane coach Rob Keefe told the Spokesman-Review. "It takes a long time to get started up again."
Flexing: Local fans can follow the Spokane-Jacksonville game at 8 p.m. Friday on the NFL Network; the switch was announced under the league's flex scheduling.
Ortiz Honored: LB Eric Ortiz was named AFL Ironman of the Week after the Storm's 53-29 win over Alabama on Saturday. At fullback, Ortiz scored on runs of 1 yard and 4 yards, punching in the first two touchdowns and sparking 33 unanswered points. He also recorded 41/2 tackles.
Injuries: WR DeAndrew Rubin, who was expected to miss the Alabama game, caught five passes for 74 yards. DB Daryon Brutley missed the game with a stinger but should be ready to go against Orlando.
Marcum said his only injury concern heading into the Predators game is DB Jonathan Ordway. Ordway, a former Armwood player, was signed last week and intercepted a pass in the second quarter against the Vipers before tweaking his knee late.


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A new Santa Barbara-based startup, Cogi, said today that it has launched a new service focused on helping consumers and professionals take notes on their phone calls or meetings. The firm--which was founded by Robert Dolan of Callwave, Mark Cromack of CrystalVoice, and Palmer Jackson of Ideocore--allows users to record important phone calls and in-person meetings, and transcribes "key points" of those meetings into digital form. The firm said it is using a combination of signal processing, speech-to-text technology, and human assistance for the service. Cogi said it will charge $29.95 a month for the service. Cogi's service works by dialing into an access number via speaker phone for conference calls, by connecting Cogi into conference call numbers via a computer application, or by patching in the access number on any phone call.


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Major investors began rapidly changing their investment strategy last year to take account of climate change on their portfolios.
A survey by Mercer of 12 international investors representing $2 trillion in assets found more than half included climate change considerations in future risk management and strategic asset allocation. One-third had begun to or planned to allocate more to "climate sensitive assets" such as real estate, infrastructure and equities.
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I was looking for a good paranormal book to review when I spotted Diabolical by bestselling author, Cynthia Leitich Smith. I was in the mood for something diabolical, so how could I resist? I didn't realize at the time that this novel is part of the Tantalize series, which I hadn't read. It worked well for me as a stand-alone novel, so no worries if you haven't read the rest of the series. Angels, demons, werewolves, vampires – oh my!
Miranda was one badass North Dallas teenage vampire until she fell in love with Zachary, her guardian angel. When she died, she actually had redeemed herself enough that she went to Penultimate where she's waiting her turn to enter Heaven. From there she's keeping an eye on Zach, who's stuck on earth. She's also trying to keep a low profile so she can avoid running into people she murdered while she was a vampire. Read the rest of my Diabolical review at http://popcornreads.com/?p=2778.


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Cape Town – Peter Grant will rejoin the Stormers squad on Monday for Saturday's Super Rugby clash against the Sharks, but coach Allister Coetzee should stick with Elton Jantjies at flyhalf.
Grant missed the Bulls clash despite being in Cape Town, awaiting the birth of his baby, as he was under contract to Japanese club Kobe Steelers until Sunday.
But the right thing for Coetzee to do would be to persist with Jantjies for the Durban showdown, and the Cape Times understands that that is exactly what he will do.
Yes, Jantjies missed four penalties at goal and had a nightmare overall debut for the Stormers at Loftus Versfeld. He was totally off his game and was a weak link on defence.
It should be remembered, though, that he hasn't played a game of rugby at all in 2013, and that he had to deal with the death of his father last month. But Coetzee and backline coach Robbie Fleck insisted that Jantjies had looked sharp in training and was mentally ready to play.
Indeed, he had looked in good nick during a practice in Lentegeur the week before the Bulls game, but did not train last Monday at Bellville. Coetzee explained that the 22-year-old was being "managed" due to a heavy workload with his on-field training, gym work and kicking drills.
The Stormers coach would not have anticipated such a listless Jantjies performance, based on what he has done in the past and during training since moving to the Cape late last year. The Lions loan recruit has all the tools to be a top-class flyhalf, and has shown it in Super Rugby to the extent that he was rewarded with a Springbok Test debut last year.
The Stormers management have invested a lot of time and effort in Jantjies, and want him to become their general, particularly on attack. Of course, he wasn't helped at Loftus by the failure of the pack to fire and provide clean ball on the front foot – like Morné Steyn enjoyed from his forwards – although he has no excuse for missing those penalties.
To just chuck Jantjies to one side this early in the campaign would be wrong. He deserves at least one more chance in Durban on Saturday. He is a much better rugby player than the one we saw at Loftus on Friday. Grant would be the insurance policy on the bench if necessary.
The first half from the Stormers in Pretoria was easily the worst 40 minutes one has seen from them over the last three seasons. They made basic errors from the first kickoff, lost their lineouts, were outscrummed and generally looked sloppy. Plus Jantjies missed three kicks at goal before miscuing a fourth in the second half.
One of the most serious problems is at hooker, with Deon Fourie's poor throwing into the lineouts a perennial weakness in his game. Fourie again contributed in the loose and won a few superb turnovers on the ground, but he's always had question marks around his lineout throwing.
Coetzee is sure to retain him at No 2 for the Sharks match, as it is also where Fourie prefers to play, and with Tiaan Liebenberg still not 100% fit. It would be a bold call to start Martin Bezuidenhout in the front row in Durban and move Fourie to flank, where Rynhardt Elstadt, who looked short of speed to play in the loose trio, could make way. But that's unlikely to happen.
The Stormers scrum was under severe pressure, particularly loosehead prop Steven Kitshoff, who was penalised several times for "hinging" by referee Jaco Peyper. Kitshoff remains a promising player, but Coetzee could shift Pat Cilliers to No 1 and bring in Frans Malherbe at tighthead, or even turn to the veteran loosehead Deon Carstens.
Cilliers had a knock to the head and left the field at Loftus, but Coetzee said that he "showed no symptoms of a serious head knock" afterwards.
The coach added that Springbok centre Juan de Jongh is also over his hamstring injury and will be considered for the Sharks game. He is set to replace Damian de Allende.
Joe Pietersen made a strong claim for a starting berth, probably at fullback, where Jaco Taute blew hot and cold at Loftus. Pietersen's goal-kicking was on the mark, but Taute would most probably get another run at King's Park on Saturday.
Loss: The fact that we were so flat and never in the game, it almost looked like we were spectators in the game instead of playing the game. The fortunate thing is that we know what went wrong, and it's things that we can fix. It was clearly our set-pieces – you can't function without a proper set-piece. If you look at converting 50 percent of your penalties, and win 50 percent of your lineouts, I'm sure we could've won the game still.
Positives: The positives for me in the second half was when we kept ball-in-hand, it looked like we created opportunities out wide and we attacked them, and we scored two tries from the way we played and the way we attacked. I just think maybe we need to find out from the players whether they understood the plan 100 percent, because when we stopped kicking the ball and in the second half kept it in hand, we really got in behind them.
Right to play Elton: I have no doubt about that. It is easy to say that after the game because he didn't have a good game. He was mentally fine, and one's just got to manage this – I mean, all the new players were nervous. We know that the nail was knocked in very, very low, and we've got to raise the bar as the Sharks are very strong.
Deon's throwing: To be honest, it's not just Deon's problem, as it wasn't just the throwing into the lineout. There were a lot of timing issues, late supporting issues, and those are things that we will fix.
Bring Joe on earlier: Elton wasn't striking the ball well, but he was still keen to kick, you understand. You've got to do something to get your confidence back, and until you really tried it, then that's it. Ag, it was just one of those days when he didn't strike the ball well.
Chilliboy try: I haven't reviewed it, but I have my doubts about that. But we didn't deserve to win the game, considering our performance. – Cape Times


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A SCHOOLGIRL who has overcome leukaemia has raised money for charities close to her heart.
Zara Holland, 10, who attends Catherine Wayte Primary School, was diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukaemia on December 24, 2007.
The illness was discovered after Zara's parents became concerned that she was constantly tired. Blood tests were carried out and at first GPs dismissed it as a virus. But leukaemia was confirmed on Christmas Eve after Zara was transferred from the Great Western Hospital to Oxford's John Radcliffe Hospital.
Despite undergoing gruelling treatment, Zara didn't let it faze her and she was awarded with a Cancer Research UK Little Star Award after she went on to win more than 40 rosettes and a medal in pony riding shows, and continued with her tap dancing lessons.
Now, Zara, of Abbey Meads, has put her skills on the tennis court towards raising money for Prospect Hospice and children's charity CALM.
She teamed up with her tennis coach to raise funds through a charity tennis match, serving up an impressive £560 for each of the two charities.
"I wanted to give something back to two very good local charities," said Zara, who is a Wiltshire Under 10 tennis player.
"I know about the care that Prospect Hospice gives to people, and also CALM was very supportive of me when I was recovering. "Raising money through a tennis match seemed a very good way to do it."
For mum Alison, Zara's fundraising is a source of great pride.
"We are very proud of what she has done," she said. "She started playing tennis when she was in treatment, and it has been a very good focus for her. "She was very determined to raise money, and we are very pleased that she chose to support two excellent local charities."
Prospect Hospice community fundraiser Amy Francombe said they were delighted with Zara's efforts. "It was great that Zara came to see us to bring in the money that she had raised for Prospect Hospice," she said.
"We were all very impressed by what she had done to raise the money she brought in, and thank her, her family and everyone who supported her in her fundraising for Prospect Hospice."
For more information on Prospect Hospice visit prospect-hospice.net and for more on CALM visit calmcharity.org.


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Highlights of the six-month period ended November 30, 2013:
MONTREAL, Jan. 6, 2014 /CNW Telbec/ - The Fonds de solidarité FTQ today announced a tenth consecutive increase in its share value, which now stands at $29.21. Up $1.23 since July 2013, the new value is a record high.
The Fonds' net earnings for the six-month period ended November 30, 2013 is $411 million. Net assets rose to $9.7 billion. The Fonds' return for this same period is 4.4%. It is 7.4% for the 12-month period of December 1, 2012 to November 30, 2013. These returns do not factor in the tax credits or RRSP deductions.
"These excellent financial results are due to the professionalism and work of the Fonds' employees," said Fonds de solidarité FTQ interim chairman Daniel Boyer. "Under Yvon Bolduc's leadership, they work effectively to ensure a positive return to our shareholder-savers, all the while contributing to Québec's economic development. On my end, my priority will be to reinforce the confidence of our shareholders and partners, namely by working with the special committee on governance we created within the Fonds' continuous improvement process."
"Our performance in the first six months is the result of balanced, dynamic and careful asset management," added the Fonds' president and chief executive officer, Yvon Bolduc. "The Fonds' assets, which determine the share value, offer once again this semester, not only a positive and reasonable return for our shareholder-savers, but they also allow the Fonds to fully accomplish its mission in terms of retirement savings, job creation, economic development and economic training. By contributing to the Fonds, our shareholders can benefit from two fiscal measures that facilitate retirement savings : the full 30% tax credit available until March 2015 and RRSP deductions."
Investment valuation process
The Fonds reminds the public that the process used to evaluate investments is dictated by a regulation of the Autorité des marchés financiers (AMF). This regulation states, among other things, the minimum qualifications required for the specialized investment valuators. The Fonds also uses internationally recognized valuation guidelines.
The Regulation also requires that all relevant information concerning the valuation process for development capital investments (except for publicly traded companies) be submitted to an independent valuation committee. This committee is composed entirely of external members who are independent of the Fonds and the FTQ. These members are: Louise St-Cyr (professor emeritus at HEC Montréal), Denis Labrèche (CBV, independent Fonds director and corporate director), Pierre Laflamme (corporate director and consultant) and Michel Nadeau (Executive Manager of the Institute for Governance of Public and Private Organizations, IGOPP).
As well, in an effort to be transparent, and although not obligated to do so, the Fonds has chosen a few years ago to apply AMF Regulation 52-109 concerning the publication of financial information.
The Fonds' financial statements are also audited by two independent accounting firms, Deloitte and Raymond Chabot Grant Thornton.
Several ways to contribute to the Fonds RRSP
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Workers interested in enrolling in the Fonds de solidarité FTQ during the RRSP period can do so online at www.FondsFTQ.com, where they can choose their preferred method of contribution and payment. Setting up an account online allows shareholders to make various transactions at their convenience. Individuals can also reach Shareholder Services by calling 1 800 567-FONDS (3663) or by visiting one of the Fonds' 58 points of service open until Monday, March 3, 2014.
There is no ceiling on the number of shares the Fonds can issue this fiscal year.
About the Fonds de solidarité FTQ
The Fonds de solidarité FTQ helps drive our economy. With net assets of $9.7 billion as of November 30, 2013, the Fonds is a development capital investment fund that channels the savings of Quebecers into investments in all sectors of the economy to help further Québec's economic growth. Its investments, in all sectors of the economy, contribute to the creation and maintenance of businesses and development in Quebec. The Fonds is a partner, either directly or through its network members, in close to 2,400 companies. With its more than 615,000 owner-shareholders, it has helped, on its own or with other financial partners, to create, maintain and protect more than 170,000 jobs. For more information, visit www.FondsFTQ.com.
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Fulton man charged after search of his home turns up more than 20 bags of heroin
Tue, 03 Jun 2014 17:58:11 GMT —
A Fulton man is facing charges after a search of his residence turned up several bags of heroin.
Members of the Oswego County Drug Taskforce and Fulton Police executed a search warrant at the home of 21-year-old Daniel Vincent Craig.
Officers found 28 individual bags of heroin and a morphine tablet.
Craig was charged with felony criminal possession of a controlled substance, misdemeanor criminal possession of a controlled substance and criminally using drug paraphernalia.
Craig is being held in the Oswego County Public Safety Center in lieu of $5,000 cash bail or $10,000 bond. He is due back in court on June 4.


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Do you look your age?
People used to tell me that I looked younger than I was but I think I'm starting to look my age now that I'm in my 40s. Not sure if I'm happy about that!
Do you look your age? What do people tell you?
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I'll be 50 in 2 weeks, I think I've aged well.
no i do not think i do. i get lots of different opinions on what age i look. genetics help.
Most people think I'm younger than I am.
haha-this pretty much exactly! I am 29, and have been married 7.5 years. Yesterday, a couple came into my job and in very seriousness said they thought I was 19. I was like nope-29. They were shocked!
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I'm always told that I look a lot younger than my age (I'm 29).Sometimes it makes me feel good...others not so good,especially when I'm told that I look like a teenager when on a date night with my husband (of 7 yrs!) I'm at the point where I want to look younger than I am but still look like an adult!
I am thirty years old,I don't think I look my age in fact I think I look older,I am a tad bit overweight and I have teeth problems due to my Diabetes,I miss when I was skinny and had no teeth issues :-(...
You look fabolous!!
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Wow! I agree, you look fabulous!
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I'll be 50 in 2 weeks, I think I've aged well.


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BrownIT Holdings
Problem: The aging population 75 million Baby Boomers will present major challenges for healthcare consumers, providers, insurers, and regulators for decades to come. In response to the looming crisis, industry analysts advocate an unprecedented surge of investment in Healthcare IT to (a) maintain individual access to quality healthcare, (b) contain costs, and (c) support large public initiatives such as the Affordable Care Act,, modernization of the Veterans Administration, and responses to public epidemics and health crises.
BITH Solution: We will rapidly acquire and integrate small and mid-size Health IT companies from owners seeking an exit to (a) develop next generation Health IT products and services, (b) offer acquired products to meet customer needs, (c) maximize operational efficiencies and profits, and (d) establish a prominent market presence and brand. In addition to government contractors we will target companies with solutions in electronic health records, mobile apps, cyber security, and fraud prevention tools and analytics. BITH's first acquisition is already generating revenue from the Social Security Administration and the Centers for Medicaid and Medicare. BITH has prominent leadership with expertise in government HealthIT programs, M&A, cyber security, and finance.
Competitive Advantage: BITH has extensive experience in government Health IT and the community of contractors that serve this market. We can offer small business owners continued participation in their company and other BITH acquisitions, creative packages and upsides, and incentives for senior management and "rising stars." Our team of directors, advisers, and officers include industry executives, former government officials, auditors, government sales specialists, business owners, M&A specialist, cyber security, finance, and corporate legal.
Products / Services
BITH's plan is to capture a portion of the $40B annual investment in the US HealthIT market through strategic acquisitions and partnerships.
Government Health IT Services
BITH will target high potential small and mid sized federal Heath IT contractors with performance histories (a) implementing, testing and maintaining large health care government systems, (b) performing data mining and analytics that support policy decisions, and research,and (c) providing fraud and abuse detection and prevention products and services. By acquiring BrownIT Corporation BITH has established access to the federal HealthIT market as well Health IT customers, capabilities, and teamingrelationships with large contractors including GDIT and CSC. BITH will acquire 4-6 additional small and mid-sized government contractors by end of 2016.
Commercial Health IT Products and Services
BITH will acquire between 5-7 commercial HealthIT product and services companies by the end of 2017. In addition to Health IT system development experience to support health providers, insurance companies, and health related NPOs, BITH will target companies with products and service in (a) electronic health records, (b) cyber security, (c) health related mobile applications, and (d) 508 compliance.


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Local fisherman wins smoked fish competition
COOS COUNTY, Ore. -- For the second year in a row, south coast fishermen competed to see who could catch and cook the best steelhead and salmon in the area.
The fish derby and smoked fish competition took place at Spinreel State Park Saturday.
Local fisherman Chuck Meyers won the competition, but he donated his prize to the local wildlife education program.
The event's organizer says the competition gets bigger every year. "It's a group of us that started fishing together and thought, "why don't we have a steelhead derby here on the creek since we started a fishery," trying to increase the fishery," said Mike Mader. "So, it started growing from a little small tent to two big tents and a smoked fish competition."
KCBY reporter Ricky Maranon was a proud judge at this year's competition.
Judges evaluated 17 entries of fish.


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Insurers must develop talent risk management strategies to overcome the rising skills gap.
The insurance industry is facing more acute talent risks than many other sectors when it comes to recruiting talent, employee engagement, skills development and culture. We believe that rethinking talent strategies and addressing the 5Cs (capability, cost, compliance, capacity and connection) of talent development will help the industry overcome the skills shortage.
While many industries are struggling to respond to the challenges of an ageing workforce and talent shortages of suitably qualified replacement recruits, the insurance industry appears to have a more unbalanced workforce age structure than most. Studies suggest that up to 40 percent of insurance sector employees – by definition including most of the senior, experienced and high-skilled staff – are set to retire in the next few years. Research indicates that this will have a disproportionately severe impact in the areas of claims management, underwriting and reinsurance.
Also, as the sector expands, so does the number of vacancies since young people are increasingly attracted to working in what they perceive as 'sexier' industries, which reflect their own interests and experience. Insurers will need to learn to operate in the comparable digital world as those they hope to recruit do. Deeply ingrained company cultures may need to change in order to create an environment of innovation and collaboration.
Many sectors are adapting through new training initiatives, outreach programs to colleges and universities, modern apprenticeship schemes and things like gamification used to close skills gaps and as a means of employee engagement. Moreover, insurers may benefit by looking beyond the sector and recruit candidates based on skill rather than industry experience.
Recruiting talent and talent development of the right skills needed for success in the digital world is a major challenge for insurance companies. Digital channels will probably require fewer people, and people with a potentially different skill set. However, insurers must also preserve and transfer the critical expertise of seasoned actuaries, underwriters and other professionals. Getting the balance right can be challenging in part because insurance companies operate in highly regulated environments.
In our 2013 research of insurance companies making up the FT Global 500, we identified five key attributes that we believe enabled them to remain profitable even through sustained periods of economic volatility and low yield growth:
Creating an organizational culture with these attributes at the core can help insurers find a winning balance and offset the skills gap.Insurers' future workforce must balance these skills:
Insurers also need to focus much more closely on articulating key skills for their operations, and on reviewing the way they manage and develop them. Only with a consistent and coherent approach to the whole talent issue can the return on human resources expenditure be evaluated. An evidence-based approach to human resources issues such as these, coupled with exploitation of new technology and data methodologies, can generate important insights into recruitment, retention and succession planning.
Talent management is now a business-critical process for every organization. Insurers need to isolate and address a much broader array of talent risks, taking into account the critical need to connect their people to each other and to leadership; to forecast and manage costs.
Beyond tackling the '5Cs', insurers must also hardwire talent risk into their wider enterprise risk management framework – thereby placing human capital risk firmly on the radar of the right people at the right level.
The focus of the newest issue of Frontiers in Finance is on navigating change and transformation.


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My home office has pics of lake view through a window with billowing curtains, a sailboat on shore, AND this open window seaside view with potted plants in the foreground.The colors are fantastic and I find them soothing every time I walk in the room. I like the look of a plain canvas without a frame, which is what I bought here.Fantastic packaging as well as ready to hang wire on the back.
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By JAAlexander
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This is the fourth picture from this same artist - the colors are amazing and looking at her pieces of work just make you happy!
better than picture
By buzz
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Used on a very dull office wall, the colors were bright and cheerful. Much prettier than the picture
By Leys
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Product was bought to display in a dementia unit, Visually appealing but seems to be very overpriced for quality of product which is basically just a picture on a bit of paper.
Bottom Line No, I would not recommend this to a friend
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By Patsygal3
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GSK announces positive results from phase III studies for mepolizumab in severe eosinophilic asthma
March 13, 2014 -- GlaxoSmithKline plc (LSE/NYSE: GSK) today announced that a pivotal phase III study of mepolizumab, an investigational IL-5 antagonist monoclonal antibody, met its primary endpoint of reduction in the frequency of exacerbations, in patients with severe eosinophilic asthma.
The study (MEA115588) evaluated the efficacy of two dose regimens of mepolizumab in the treatment of patients with severe eosinophilic asthma. Patients remained on their current asthma maintenance therapy throughout the study and were randomised to receive either mepolizumab 75mg intravenous (IV), 100mg subcutaneous (SC), or placebo every four weeks.
For the primary end point, both mepolizumab treatment arms showed statistically significant reductions in the frequency of clinically significant exacerbations of asthma compared to placebo (75mg IV, 47%, p<0.001; 100mg SC, 53%, p<0.001).
Adverse events reported in the study were similar across all treatment groups. The most common reported adverse events across all treatment groups were nasopharyngitis, headache, upper respiratory tract infection and asthma. The frequency of adverse events was 83% in the placebo group, 84% in the mepolizumab 75mg IV and 78% in the mepolizumab 100mg SC group. The frequency of serious adverse events was 14% in the placebo group, 7% in the mepolizumab 75mg IV and 8% in the mepolizumab 100mg SC group.
Dave Allen, Head, GSK Respiratory Therapy Area Unit, R&D, said: "We are really pleased to have generated further positive data on mepolizumab, consistent with the findings from our earlier exacerbation study. We now have two studies showing a reduction in exacerbations in a specific group of patients with a severe form of asthma who continue to exacerbate despite treatment with high doses of their current maintenance therapies. This is very positive news for patients. For GSK it is exciting that this is the first non-inhaled treatment for severe asthma and we will be progressing towards global filings at the end of the year."
In addition, a second phase III study (MEA115575) designed to evaluate the use of mepolizumab 100mg SC, every 4 weeks in comparison to placebo in reducing daily oral corticosteroid use while maintaining asthma control also met its primary endpoint. The study showed that patients on mepolizumab 100mg SC were able to achieve greater reductions in their maintenance oral corticosteroid dose during weeks 20-24 compared to patients on placebo (p =0.008), while maintaining asthma control.
In this study adverse events were similar across treatment groups. The most common reported adverse events in the two treatment groups were headache, nasopharyngitis, bronchitis, sinusitis, fatigue and asthma. The frequency of adverse events was 92% in the placebo and 84% in the mepolizumab treatment group. Frequency of serious adverse events was 18% in the placebo group and 1% in the mepolizumab group.
The full results of these studies will be posted onto the GSK clinical study register, clinicaltrials.gov and presented at a future scientific meeting.
About the studies:
Study MEA115588 was a 32-week double-blind, double-dummy, placebo-controlled, parallel group multicentre study that randomised and treated 576 patients with severe asthma, who had experienced frequent exacerbations despite treatment with high dose inhaled corticosteroids (ICS) plus at least one other controller medication. All patients were also required to have a blood eosinophil count above a pre-specified threshold of =150 cells/µl at initiation of treatment or who have had blood eosinophils =300 cells/µl in the past 12 months to be eligible for the study.
Study MEA115575 was a 24-week double-blind, placebo-controlled, parallel group multicentre study that randomised and treated 135 patients. To be eligible for the study patients had severe asthma and were on regular treatment with oral corticosteroids, high dose ICS plus an additional controller medication. All patients were also required to have a blood eosinophil count above a pre-specified threshold of =150 cells/µl at initiation of treatment or who have had blood eosinophils =300 cells/µl in the past 12 months to be eligible for the study.
About severe eosinophilic asthma and mepolizumab
The presence of eosinophils may represent a subtype of severe asthma. Although asthma is a heterogeneous disease it is often characterised by an accumulation of eosinophils (white blood cells) in lung tissues and in general, raised eosinophils correlate with severity and frequency of exacerbations. Interleukin-5 (IL-5) is the main promoter of eosinophil growth, activation and survival and provides an essential signal for the movement of eosinophils from the bone marrow into the lung.
Mepolizumab is an investigational fully humanised IgG1 monoclonal antibody specific for IL-5, which binds to IL-5, stopping it from binding to its receptor on the surface of eosinophils. Inhibiting IL-5 binding in this way reduces blood, tissue and sputum eosinophil levels.
Mepolizumab is in development for severe eosinophilic asthma in patients who exacerbate despite high-dose oral or inhaled corticosteroids (ICS) and an additional controller such as long-acting beta-2 agonist. In addition, mepolizumab is being investigated in COPD and Eosinophilic Granulomatosis with Polyangiitis (EGPA).
Mepolizumab is not approved anywhere in the world.
GSK – one of the world's leading research-based pharmaceutical and healthcare companies – is committed to improving the quality of human life by enabling people to do more, feel better and live longer. For further information please visitwww.gsk.com.
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Other events are listed in this section — and in the PDN's Peninsula Calendar at www.peninsuladailynews.com.
Memorial dance
PORT ANGELES — The Bob Boardman Memorial Dance is planned at Black Diamond Community Hall on Saturday night.
The evening of contra dances will start with a beginners' workshop at 7:30 p.m.
The bands start at 8 p.m. at Black Diamond Community Hall, which is about 2 miles south of town at 1942 Black Diamond Road.
Admission is a suggested $7 for adults and $3 for youths, with funds going toward the Bob Boardman Fiddle Tunes Scholarship.
The dance is in honor of Boardman, who was killed by a mountain goat in Olympic National Park on Oct. 16, 2010.
A few of the groups he played with — including the Black Diamond Fiddle Club of Port Angeles and BOB (Buddies of Bob) — will perform, with Laura Mé Smith calling the dances.
For more information about the community contra dances and the Bob Boardman Fiddle Tunes Scholarship Fund, email firstname.lastname@example.com or firstname.lastname@example.com, or phone 360-457-5667.
Habitat plans 'Soiree'
PORT ANGELES — Barbecued oysters and a silent auction will highlight Habitat for Humanity of Clallam County's fourth annual "Soiree by the Sea" on Saturday.
The fundraiser will be from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. at the Port Angeles Yacht Club on Marine Drive.
Tickets are $20. They can be purchased in advance at The Habitat Store, 728 E. Front St. in Port Angeles; by phoning 360-681-6780.
Tickets also will be sold at the door.
The soiree will feature wines and hors d'oeuvres from several local restaurants and wineries, and oysters barbecued to taste.
Entertainment will be provided by singer Michael Rivers.
A silent auction will offer more than 40 donated gifts and entertainments, including a helicopter tour through the Olympics, a yacht cruise on the Strait of Juan de Fuca and a full auto detail.
Proceeds from the event will support Habitat's mission of working in partnership with people in need to build and renovate decent, affordable housing.
Homeowners invest "sweat equity" into building their own homes and pay back the cost of materials through a no-interest mortgage that typically lasts 20 to 30 years.
Buddhist talk tonight
PORT ANGELES — Devan Miller, president of the Port Angeles Dzogchen Sangha Buddhist group, will offer a talk titled "The Power of Your Thinking! Tibetan Buddhism 101" at the Port Angeles Library tonight.
The discussion about suffering, the path to happiness and the Four Noble Truths will start in the library at 2210 S. Peabody St. at 7 p.m.
The teaching is free. Suggested donation is $10-$20.
Miller, a longtime Port Angeles resident, recently returned from an internship at the Dzogchen Buddhist Retreat Center in Oregon.
Friday's gathering will be his first public teaching.
For more information, phone him at 360-477-5445.
Genealogy event
PORT ANGELES — Juan Ruiz will present "Computer Research Tips and Tricks — Questions and Answers" at a meeting of the Clallam County Genealogical Society on Saturday.
The lecture, which is free and open to the public, will be from 10 a.m. to noon at First Baptist Church, 105 W. Sixth St.
Ruiz is the owner of AskJuan Computer Services.
He suggests attendees email computer questions to email@example.com before the meeting, and he will provide answers within his presentations.
For more information, phone the genealogical society at 360-417-5000 or email firstname.lastname@example.com.
Auction at coin meet
PORT ANGELES — The Port Angeles Coin Club plans an auction of coins Saturday.
The club will meet at 3:30 p.m. at the Port Angeles Library, 2210 S. Peabody St.
The event is free and open to the public.
Compost sale benefit
PORT ANGELES — The Port Angeles chapter of DeMolay will hold a Garden Glory compost sale at the Masonic Temple, 622 S. Lincoln St., from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday.
The compost is in 1.5-cubic-foot bags, weighing about 60 pounds, and will be sold for $5 each.
DeMolay members also will fill containers brought to the site.
Information on how to use compost will be provided.
This is the first time Garden Glory has been available in bags.
The compost has been sold in bulk from the Port Angeles Regional Transfer Station since 2007.
All proceeds go to DeMolay, an international organization dedicated to preparing young men to lead successful, happy and productive lives.
The Port Angeles chapter formed in 1926.
For more information, phone Skip Hutchison at 360-460-3605.
Beekeepers meeting
PORT ANGELES — The North Olympic Peninsula Beekeepers Association will meet at the Port Angeles Library, 2210 S. Peabody St., on Sunday.
An apprentice beekeeping class will begin at noon, followed by a general business meeting at 1 p.m.
Comb honey will be the featured topic.
Interested beekeepers and the general public are invited to attend.
For more information about NOPBA, phone Cindy Ericksen at 360-477-9335 or visit www.NOPBA.org.
Zen meditation set
PORT ANGELES — The NO Sangha Zen meditation group will hold a Zazenkai — a one-day Zen retreat — from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday.
The retreat will be at Murre Cottage, 420 W. Third St.
Visitors can come and go during the day.
Alternated zazen (seated meditation), kinhin (walking meditation) and private, individual instruction will be available.
Silent coffee/tea breaks and a vegetarian soup and bread lunch will be offered.
A Sutra, or chanting service, will be held at 10 a.m.
At 1 p.m., Kristen Larson, a Master of the Diamond Sangha, will give a Teisho, the word for a Master's Dharma Talk, on "Wu-men Kuan, Case No. 13, Tung-shan's Three Pounds of Flax."
For directions or more information, phone 360-452-5534 or email firstname.lastname@example.com.
Geology lecture
SEQUIM — Geophysicist and educator Linda Holmberg will speak at the October meeting and luncheon of the Clallam branch of the American Association of University Women at noon Saturday.
The public is invited to the lecture at Las Palomas Mexican Restaurant, 1085 E. Washington St.
Holmberg will present "Geohazards in Deepwater Drilling."
Reservations should be made by today to 360-417-1152 or 253-226-4768.
AAUW membership is open to all who hold an associate, equivalent or higher degree from a qualified educational institution.
Zoo fellow speaks
SEQUIM — The Olympic Peninsula Audubon Society will host a Smithsonian National Zoological Park post-doctoral fellow at a special presentation today.
Christopher Tonra, who works in the Migratory Bird Center at the national zoo, will present "Impacts of Obstruction to Salmon Migration on Riparian Ecosystems on the Olympic Peninsula."
The free lecture will be at 7 p.m. at the Dungeness River Audubon Center, 2151 W. Hendrickson St.
Tonra will discuss an ongoing study of the effects of dams on nutrient subsidies to freshwater food webs from the marine environments.
The research involves tracking ecological impacts on salmon migration and thus marine-derived nutrients on aquatic and terrestrial food webs.
The presentation will deal primarily with the aquatic side of this research, which is focused on American dippers, key consumers of aquatic nutrients and good indicators of stream ecosystem health.
He also will discuss his work on other songbirds and tree rings to assess the effects of dams on terrestrial food webs.
Novel discussion
SEQUIM — Willa Cather's novel My Antonia will be discussed during the Sequim Library's October book discussion at 3 p.m. Saturday.
Cather's My Antonia is about spirit, strength and soul, embodied in the character of a Nebraskan prairie Bohemian immigrant, Antonia Shimerda.
Shimerda's story is told through the eyes of her childhood friend, Jim Burden.
Copies of the book are available in multiple formats at www.nols.org and at the Sequim Library.
For more information, phone 360-683-1161.
Elks benefit slated
SEQUIM — A luncheon/fashion show benefit for Sequim Elks Lodge charities will be held from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday.
The event will be at the Elks Lodge, 143 Port Williams Road.
Fashions will be provided by Lost Mountain Country.
Prizes and giveaways are planned at the event, which is open to the public.
Tickets are $16 and are available from the Lodge at Sherwood Village, 660 Evergreen Farm Way; through the Elks Lodge at 360-683-2763; or via Ladies of Elks President Maggie Morgan at 360-582-1690.
Old-time fiddlers
SEQUIM — The Washington Old Time Fiddlers will play live music at the Sequim Prairie Grange, 290 Macleay Road, on Saturday.
An all-players jam will be held at 11:30 a.m., with a performance from 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
The events are free and open to the public.
Donations will be accepted and support youth fiddle scholarships.
For more information, visit www.d15.wotfa.org.
Publisher lecture
SEQUIM — The Sequim PC Users Group will host a presentation on "Getting Started with Microsoft Publisher" at 10 a.m. Saturday.
The presentation will be in the computer lab, Room E-3, Sequim High School, 601 N. Sequim Ave.
There is no charge to attend. Donations are accepted.
The Microsoft Publisher desktop-publishing program can be used to quickly produce professional-looking newsletters, brochures and other printed products.
The presentation will be followed by an open forum for questions on any computer-related topic.
For more information, visit www.spcug.net.
Home Depot busy
SEQUIM — The Home Depot in Sequim, 1145 W. Washington St., will offer workshops Saturday and Sunday.
A kids' workshop is planned from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday. Children can learn how to build a firetruck.
Safety and security workshops will be conducted from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. this Saturday, as well as Oct. 20 and 27.
The workshops will focus on removing fire hazards from homes; detecting smoke, fire or carbon monoxide in homes; extinguishing fires using a fire extinguisher; creating fire escape plans; creating lighting plans to determine the type of security lighting needed for the home; retrofitting existing flood lights with motion-sensor security lights; and installing solar-powered motion-sensor security lights.
"Weatherize Your Home" will be from 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. this Saturday, as well as Oct. 20 and 27.
Attendees will learn how to conduct a heat-loss audit to prepare for winter weather; how to stop heat loss and save money with energy-efficient window, door and garage door maintenance; recognize advantages of various insulation products; and discuss installing a storm door to reduce drafts.
"Installing Crown Molding" will be from 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. this Sunday, as well as Oct. 21 and 28.
Participants will learn to select molding for their project, how to measure and plan installation, how to cut crown molding with a compound miter saw and a coping saw, and how to install the molding.
Anniversary party
SEQUIM — Over the Fence, 112 E. Washington St., will hold a 16th anniversary celebration from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday.
A crew of seven will close the store at 2 p.m. to restock the 5,000-square-foot space with fall and Christmas decor and reopen for a party from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Refreshments will be served, and door prizes will be given away every 30 minutes during the party.
For more information, visit www.overthefencesequim.com.
Sequim Pumpkin Patch
SEQUIM — The Sequim Pumpkin Patch offers pumpkins, horseback rides, mazes and a catapult each weekend through Oct. 31.
The business on U.S. Highway 101 at Kitchen-Dick Road is open from 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. today and Saturday, and from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday through Thursday.
The cornfield maze is $5 for youths ages 12 and younger, and $10 for ages 13 and older.
For $5, horseback rides are available, or people can use a catapult to send pumpkins flying for a chance at a $100 prize. There also is a straw maze that is $5 for youths and free for adults.
Snacks such as kettle corn, corn on the cob, corn dogs and apple cider are available for purchase.
Visitors can pick a pumpkin, and field trips and birthday parties can be accommodated.
For more information, phone Lassila at 360-461-0940.
Bird-migration cruise
PORT TOWNSEND — Port Townsend Marine Science Center will host the second of four fall bird-migration cruises Saturday.
The three-hour tours around Protection Island and Rat Island are from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m., aboard Puget Sound Express' Glacier Spirit, an enclosed motor yacht that leaves from Point Hudson Marina.
Tours also are scheduled this Saturday as well as Nov. 24 and Dec. 31.
Tickets are $55 per person, or $50 for members of the marine science center, Burke Museum, Audubon members or the Washington Ornithological Society.
Onboard refreshments are available.
Protection Island, which is at the mouth of Discovery Bay, is a National Wildlife Refuge.
For reservations, phone the Port Townsend Marine Science Center at 360-385-5582, ext. 104, or 800-566-3932, or email firstname.lastname@example.com for additional information.
Irish fiddle class
PORT TOWNSEND — Crossroads Music's Cliff Self will present an Irish fiddle workshop from 4:30 p.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday.
This is the first event in Crossroad's monthly Fiddle Flavor of the Month series at the music shop, 2100 Lawrence St.
Self will reveal some of the secrets of Irish ornamentation and will teach two traditional tunes from the Emerald Isle.
Participants should have one year of experience or more.
Attendees should bring a fiddle and a recording device.
The cost is $20.
To RSVP, phone 360-385-1471.
Artists show work
PORT TOWNSEND —Six area artists will show their work at GreyBird Barn, 11 Carroll Ave. in Glen Cove near Port Townsend, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday.
Diane Gale will offer wood-fired and glazed ceramics for the kitchen and home.
Linda Jarvis will display her mixed-media paintings, sculpture and assemblages that often feature crows, ravens and other animals.
Along with photo-etched jewelry and narrative boxes, Shane Miller will show her translucent mixed-media boats.
Lynn Anju will show an array of etched jewelry.
Donna Snow will display Asian-inspired collages.
For more information, phone 360-379-5421.
Library book sale
PORT TOWNSEND — The Friends of the Port Townsend Library's annual fall used-book sale will be held at the Port Townsend Community Center, 620 Tyler St., on Saturday.
The sale will open at 8 a.m. for Friends members and 9 a.m. for the general public and continue until 3 p.m.
Gently used books, CDs and DVDs for adults and children will be available.
Except for specially priced books, all adult items will cost $1 and children's books 50 cents.
Starting at 1 p.m., bags of books will sell for $2.50.
All proceeds go to fund library programs.
For more information, phone 360-379-1061.
Dance at grange
PORT TOWNSEND — The Second Saturday Community Dance at Quimper Grange, 1219 Corona St., will be from 7:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. Saturday.
Wild Phil and the Buffalo Gals will play the tunes with calls by guest caller Sherry Nevins.
Cost is $6 for adults, $3 for ages 3 to 18 and free for those younger than 3.
For more information, visit www.ptcommunitydance.com.
Library friends meet
PORT HADLOCK — The Friends of Jefferson County Library will meet at the library, 620 Cedar Ave., at 11 a.m. today.
Brad Collier will discuss information services provided by Jefferson County Library.
Friends of the Library meetings are held the second Friday of each month.
Explorers to hold walk
PORT TOWNSEND — The Olympic Peninsula Explorers will host a club walk Saturday in Port Townsend.
Participants will meet at Subway, 1300 Water St., at 9:30 a.m. to register for the walk.
The group will drive to the North Beach County Park to begin this walk.
A 6.2-mile walk will wind through the series of Cappy's Trails, residential areas and the batteries on Artillery Hill in Fort Worden State Park.
A 3.1-mile walk is held entirely in Fort Worden State Park.
For more information, phone Frances Johnson at 360-385-5861.
Shred documents
FORKS — First Federal's Forks branch, 131 Calawah Way, will host a free community shredding event from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday.
Individuals are encouraged to bring sensitive paper for shredding on site by LeMay Mobile Shredding, a professional shredding company.
Shredding documents helps ensure privacy and prevent identity theft.
There is no charge for the service.
Types of documents to bring include: old tax returns, account statements or any paperwork with account or Social Security numbers or other personal information.
Participants will be limited to five bags or boxes per vehicle.
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I think I mentioned this when I did their engagement photos, but I need to say it again. Sergio and Alma have to be some of the sweetest people I know. I think I can say that there is some proof in my words when you see the sheer size of their bridal party. Most of the actual ceremony was in spanish, so I missed some of what was being said, but I could tell from all the smiles and tears there was a lot of love going around. The emotions on Sergio & Alma's face in so many of these photos really do tell the story of their relationship! I love it!
Be sure to check out the Storybook Slideshow with the rest of the photos.
I don't usually post this many "first look" photos. But their expressions were so cute I couldn't help but put them all up!
You are loved Sergio!
Alma too!
I loved the baseball theme to the wedding. Instead of a guestbook they had everyone sign baseballs!
The pillars say it all!
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Baby Shower Bird Nest
I made this cake for a recent baby shower. The couple is expecting a baby girl so I added the pink egg to the nest. The cake was vanilla with strawberry buttercream filling and fondant covering. The nest is a 6 inch cake sculpted to the shape of a bird nest then covered in buttercream and finally covered in chocolate covered pretzels, which I made. All other decorations are made from fondant. The cake was a hit at the party!