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Selecting 32-bit vs. 64-bit OS guidelines
I am looking for general hardware guidelines, rules of thumb, or a decision flow chart when to install 32-bit or 64-bit operating systems.
Obviously the CPU is a starting point, but what else plays a role in the decision? For example, when 1 GB RAM is installed (or even 512 MB?), would a 32-bit OS be better even with a 64-bit CPU installed? (That might be an unrealistic example but that is the kind of inofrmation I am seeking.) What about the video processor? Etc. Or is the CPU really the only criteria? Sort of like minimum/recommended hardware requirements, but not exactly.
Edit: I probably should add, are there are any "gut check" tests that can be run with either OS after booting into the desktop to gauge whether a system is performing reasonably?
Thanks. :)
Some finer technical points were presented in this recent thread. http://www.linuxquestions.org/questi...er-4175502202/
My general rule of thumb would be install a 64bit operating system if the CPU supports it and there are no software limitations.
One minor point to consider is that it may be easy to increase RAM in the future without causing any other work.
For example say that 32bit was chosen instead of 64bit only because there was less than 4GB of RAM. And if there had been more than 4GB of RAM then 64bit would have been chosen. If a future increase in RAM (say to 6GB) is a real possibility then it is simple to increase the RAM and not touch the software if 64bit had been installed originally.
This is probably at the bottom of the list of things to consider.
I am looking at this from the perspective that somebody asks me to install a Linux system on their computer and they can't afford hardware improvements, which is one reason they want to install a Linux system. There are many variables such as choice of desktop environment, but I am trying to find some general guidelines as to which OS to start with. My approach is I get only one chance to make a first impression.
EDIT: Assuming of course a 64-bit CPU. :) As you suggested there may be some low RAM extremes where the system would use up too much precious RAM if 64-bit was used instead of 32-bit.
My synopsis...
Use what your CPU supports. If you have an older x86 processor go with 32-bit, if you have an AMD64/EM64T then go 64-bit and/or multilib.
Installing 64 Bit OS on a 512MB RAM machine is killing it IMHO. Heck, I installed 64 Bit Windows 7 on the 1GB Netbook I have and it screwed up the basic tasks like opening Chrome and watching videos. Had to install 32 Bit on this to make it bit usable.
I understand the sentiments behind use what your CPU supports but RAM is a big factor which can't be ignored.
I ran into this situation. I use old laptops for things so I can pass them down to my kids to use as I get newer ones, usually the laptop I use becomes my server/lab then goes to one of my kids. I was running a 32bit Slackware on 32bit hardware with 2G ram and could run 3-4 virtual guests. But some newer OS's are 64 bit only so I found a used laptop cheap that had a 64 bit CPU, installed Slackware 64 and can barely run one virtual guest in 2G of ram. Laptops are usually limited in the amount of ram they can support so I can't easily upgrade to 6 or 8G so I am in the process of installing the 32bit Slackware now.
Things I'm leery of when looking for a new box (they're pretty much all 64-bit now, hard to find a 32-bit) is the RAM (8G minimum, 16G better).
The things I think about are manufacturer. I like Dell -- I don't have problems with them and they last for years. I order direct from Dell and get the box configured the way I want it.
I don't want terabyte drives -- with all the crap I've done for decades I have never, ever gotten anywhere close to even 500G. I want reliability (my servers are never turned off except when the power goes out and the UPS battery goes flat or I have to add some hardware (like a Blue-ray burner). I have had bad experience with disk drives (I keep spares on the shelf) and I just don't trust that a terabyte drive is going to last. Just me, been burned over the years.
I don't want fancy-schmancy graphic cards. I'm perfectly happy with stock Intel graphics, don't want to deal with proprietary driver software (been there, did that, didn't like it very much). I don't play games on computers (well, Spider solitaire when I'm bored or waiting for something). I have a new HP 23xi IPS LED monitor, sharp as at tack, shows Blue-ray movies just fine with the Intel graphics.
With the exception of two Dell Dimension 8400s, that date from 2005, everything is 64-bit. The Dimensions are headless data base servers, one MySQL/MariaDB, the other PostgreSQL. They have 4G RAM, they sit in a closet mumbling to themselves and, other than a bad capacitor in one them (a new motherboard was $60), no problems.
Would I buy another 32-bitter? Nope. Those Dimension fail, they'll get replaced with 64-bit (with, like, 16G RAM and probably a quad core processor). They're not pig-dogs, but they are slow compared to everything else.
The machine I'm working on is a Dell Optiplex 780. Dual core, 8G, 250G drive. Does everything I ask of it (a lot of geographic projections and analysis along with everyday reading, writing and arithmetic). No problems, it's quick, it's clean and it works. On this box I have Win7 in VirtualBox, no problems there... well, it is Windows and it blows, but it works when I have to hold my nose and boot it.
I have not bothered with multilib, I've just accepted that there are applications that are 32-bit and probably won't be upgraded to 64-bit (like Adobe Reader). Okular is not Adobe Reader but it works, good enough.
I don't ever fiddle with the kernel, I don't fine-tune anything. I install patches as they become available. I value stability above, pretty much, all else. Slackware has been the only Linux distribution I have ever used (a couple of brief, real brief, forays into the world of *buntu for about a day in VirtualBox). I can't find any reason to use anything else. When I buy and install for a customer, it's Dell, Samsung or HP LED monitor, Zero keyboard, HP printer, Linksys router, APC UPS. Enough processor and RAM to do what needs doing (Intel Xeon quad core and 8- to 16G RAM), one or more 500G drives.
And Slackware -- I don't like phone calls at 0300.
I used to be impressed, during a wasted youth, with the bells and whistles -- I'd rather have a Jeep than a Ferrari.
But, back the basic question, if you've got a client that has a reasonable 32-bit platform, install Slackware on it and let it live out its life. When it dies, replace it with a 64-bit box and everybody's happy.
Hope this helps some.
Yes. A 64 bit install does use a bit more RAM than a 32 bit install of Slackware. If the box can support it I would go 64 bit unless you need specific software(multilib).
My rule of thumb is always install 64-bit unless the machine is 32-bit or unless you need and cannot run it via multilib or find and replace a 32-bit only program. So, in almost all cases 64-bit is the way to go.
Hmm. Nothing definite yet offered here. :)
At one end of the spectrum is a 32-bit CPU: no choice at all, just install a 32-bit OS. At the other end of the spectrum is a 64-bit CPU with 4GB or more RAM: install a 64-bit OS. In between is a gray area.
I am not concerned about things like PAE. I am concerned with how the user will respond to the newly installed system. I need to support people with a wide variety of hardware. Thus I want to provide myself some guidelines. I get only one chance to make a first impression.
Many people buy systems with 1 or 2GB of RAM with a 32-bit OS pre-installed. They survive happily because they never push the hardware. They surf the web and check email and little more.
These people are running XP and are migrating to Linux. I have no idea what CPUs or amount of RAM they have --- until I get my hands on their box. These are people who do not push their hardware. Yet from their perspective, their new system has to run as fast or faster than what they saw with XP.
A safe approach might be to just install a 32-bit OS and move on.
I have no benchmarks or guidelines about that gray area. Classic system benchmarks are of no help. I need "gut check" benchmarks. Not "geek check" benchmarks but everyday user benchmarks. I don't have a slew of old hardware to run my own "gut check" benchmark experiments.
I have spent much time surfing the web trying to find some guidelines. I have not been successful. The best I can speculate is to use 2GB RAM as a starting point rather than the CPU. Anything with 2GB or less then install a 32-bit OS regardless of the CPU.
There are possible corner cases, such users one day splurging to buy more RAM. They then would be stuck with a 32-bit OS rather than 64-bit OS. I do not foresee that happening often. Many of these people are migrating because of budget issues, such as fixed incomes.
Yet even if a user splurged on more RAM, everything I have read indicates most users with nominal usage of a computer never notice any difference between a 32-bit and 64-bit OS. They don't push hardware and they are not developers or number-crunchers. So perhaps my speculative 2GB RAM starting point is good enough. I just wish I had more confidence in my speculation. :)
You probably already know that many (if not most) XP boxes are pretty limited in the RAM area, maybe 512M, maybe 1G, but, pretty darned rare that they'll have 2G or better (up to 4G).
RAM's cheap. MicroCenter sells RAM strips (1G, 2G and 4G) for, well, not a heckuva lot (like $20 up to about $60 or less). That really should not be a huge burden on somebody (at least I haven't found it to be when I've done those systems for folks); that's also with the understanding that sometimes it is burden (I keep a stock of removed RAM strips so I can donate the removed-from-service parts and get 'em going).
You'll probably have enough disk drive (if the thing is still good) and eBay can be your friend for certain old types of RAM and even drives (they're probably not going to be SATA).
When I do these upgrades on an XP box, I check the thing for what's in it, tell the client that we need to increase RAM to at least 1G or go all the way to 4G. Most accept that there is cost involved and the secret words ("It'll be faster") seem to work wonders, too.
If you're going to put Slackware on them, it does have a relatively small footprint, especially if you use Xfce rather than KDE.
On the other hand, if it's 64-bit box, install 64-bit Slackware and be done with it; up the RAM if it's lacking, but don't bother putting 32-bit Slackware on a 64-bit platform (it'll work but you're stuck).
You know you're going to have to spend some time teaching, might as well do that with Xfce, eh?
Hope this helps some.
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Jaeger Schnitzel with Thyme and Parsley
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Allison Hazell
Although in traditional German fare (my heritage) this dish is made with veal cutlets, I found beautiful boneless pork center cut chops that translated beautifully. These should be 1/2 thick or less. I decided to coat with Panko crumbs and herbs (not German!), which keeps them moist and tender. Top with the traditional Mushroom Gravy, or my favorite- homemade applesauce and a dollop of Sour Cream.
- 1 box
- 8oz japanese panko crumbs
- 1/4 c
- thyme, dried- if using fresh thyme, cut in half
- 2 Tbsp
- fresh parsley
- 1 Tbsp
- garlic powder
- dash salt and pepper
- 6 to 8
- pork chops, center cut (1/2 inch thick or less)
- 2
- eggs, slighty beaten
- 4 Tbsp
- olive oil, extra virgin
- 2 Tbsp
- butter
- 1
- medium fresh lemon
- 3 lb
- apples (golden delicious or any cooking apple) peeled, cored and sliced
- 3/4 c
- sugar or to taste
- 1/2 c
- water
- 1 tsp
- cinnamon
How to Make Jaeger Schnitzel with Thyme and Parsley
- 1Mix together first five ingredients well. Put onto flat dish.
- 2Dip each cutlet into beaten eggs then coat in crumb mixture.Pat alot of crumbs onto each. Set aside.
- 3Put half of butter and oil in frying pan and heat on med to med high heat. (enough for the cutlets to sizzle when they're put into it)
- 4Fry cutlets in oil and butter until nicely browned on each side. About 3-4 mins per side. Squeeze some lemon juice over cutlets on each side.
As you fry the cutlets, you will need to add more of the butter and oil as you go.
- 5Make a small cut into one of the cutlets, if still red in middle, place cutlets into a large baking dish and put in a preheated 350 oven for about 10-15 mins.If you see no redness in the middle, they are ready to serve.
- 6Serve with a bit Applesauce on top and to the side and a dollop of sour cream. (optional)
Combine all ingredients in large glass bowl. Cover with wax paper. Cook in microwave on high 8-11 minutes or until apples are soft, stirring once half way through cooking. Mash apples until slightly chunky; serve warm or chilled. Yields 5 1/2 cups.
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The Ultimate Baseball Movie Dream Team
With all the fantastic baseball movies in existence, it seems that the only logical thing to do is spend time fantasizing about what the ultimate baseball movie dream team would look like. Luckily, we've already figured it out. Here's the ultimate baseball movie dream team:
First Base: Lou Collins
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Second Base: Mark Bellhorn
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Third Base: Doris Murphy
from A League of Their Own
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Center Field: Willie Mays Hayes
from Major League
Highlights: Willie Mays Hayes once made an over-the-head basket catch, which is incredible. He also leads the league in stolen bases, which is a definite plus. The only down side is that he requires a new pair of gloves for every base he steals, so he could really run up the equipment expense bill, but it's totally worth it for this all-star.
Right Field: Roy Hobbs
from The Natural
Highlights: Roy Hobbs struck out Walter "The Hammer" Whambold. He also survived a gun shot, and he build the Wonderboy bat from a tree that had been struck by lightning. He's multi-faceted and a real go-getter, which is exactly what this baseball movie dream team needs.
Pitcher: Rick "Wild Thing" Vaughn
from Major League
Highlights: Wild Thing has a 100 mile an hour pitch and a fantastic haircut. It was also one of the last roles Charlie Sheen played before he went insane, which is ironic because the character he portrayed was completely insane. Nonetheless, you can't have a baseball movie dream team without Wild Thing on the mound.
Pitcher: Henry Rowengartner
from Rookie of the Year
Highlights: Like Wild Thing, Henry also has a 100 mile an hour pitch, thanks to an injury that caused his tendons to heal too tight. He's already won the World Series for the Chicago Cubs, which everyone thought was impossible, and he built a crappy boat with his friends, so he can handle all of the baseball movie dream team's sailing needs.
Pitcher: Steve Nebraska
from The Scout
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Catcher: Crash Davis
Bull Durham
Highlights: Crash Davis taught Nuke LaLoosh to be a good pitcher. He also worked hard to lock down the team floozy Annie Savoy, and according to the speech he makes in Bull Durham, Crash believes in the small of a woman's back, the hanging curve ball, high fiber, good scotch, that Lee Harvey Oswals acted alone, that there should be a constitutional amendment outlawing astroturf and designated hiters, the sweet spot, softcore pornography, opening your presents on Christmas Day rather than Christmas Eve, and long, slow, deep, soft, wet kisses that last three days. If there ever was dream team material, Crash Davis is it.
Manager: Morris Buttermaker
from Bad News Bears (1976)
Highlights: Morris Buttermaker is a former minor league pitcher who is now just an alcoholic, so he needs something to do. He purposely lost a championship, but he also sprayed his team with beer in celebration of their moral victory, so he's clearly got his priorities sorted out.
Assistant Coach: Morris Buttermaker
from Bad News Bears (2005)
Highlights: He's a former Minor League player who's now and alcoholic exterminator, so he's used to ridding the world of pests. Like the Manager he'll be working under, he also threw the championship game, but unlike the other Morris Buttermaker, he chose to spray his team with non-alcoholic beers in celebration of their moral victory. The two Buttermakers would make a great team.4 Comments
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I did like the line up but think that in stead of having the same manager twice. it should have Jimmy Dugan as the assistant manager. but other wise right on track.
What about Pedro Cerrano, OF, Major League, Jack Parkman, C, Major League, Dottie Henson, C, A League of Their Own, Carlos Liston, 1B, Major League III, Roger Dorn, Owner, Major League and Jim Morris, P, The Rookie?
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With the World Cup going on, do you feel Delhi's as big a fan of football as west Bengal or Goa?delhi Updated: Jun 20, 2014 19:38 IST
Not that cricket-crazy India is considered a multi-sport nation, but every four years when one witnesses the biggest sporting tourney in the world — the FIFA World Cup — most things take a backseat for sport enthusiasts across the country. Drenched in football fever, some youngsters would go lengths to keep themselves updated with footy scoreline — from made up sick leaves to ditching their dates, they would not want to entertain any distractions, come kick-off time of the matches of their favourite team. So what if Team India is not in action, Brazil, Argentina, England and Spain have taken the mantle of being the revered teams for most Indians. We all at some point have either heard or read about the furore that football-crazy West Bengal and Goa are normally gripped in, but what about our very own Delhi? Here's what Delhiites say about the ongoing World Cup.Varun Luthra, 17, Student
I don't think people in Delhi love their football as much as they do in Bengal or Goa. In our city, only cricket rules, and football has little space, even if it is the World Cup.
Harsha Malik, 18, Student
Delhi's love for football is rising, but in comparison to Bengal or Goa, it is still low. But people in the Capital are watching late night matches of the World Cup, and that is a big positive point. Football is a sport that the whole world plays, and it is amazing.
Bhavna Naram, 17, Student
My friends and I make it a point to watch all the matches, and we also go to sports bars on weekends. According to me, Delhi's love for the beautiful game is second to none.
Priya Puri, 19, Student
Delhi's love for football is not as big as Bengal or Goa. Being a part of a very busy city, people in the Capital don't have much time to entertain sports other than cricket.
Nazuk Kalra, 24, HR professional
Whether it is football or cricket, we Delhiites are always eager to watch any sport. This time, with the World Cup, it is no different.


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DYNAMIC teenage flanker Ardie Savea will make a long-awaited debut for the Hurricanes in their Super Rugby match against the Waratahs in Wellington on Saturday.
The Wellington openside flanker replaces Karl Lowe, who is unavailable for selection, in one of three changes to the side who beat the Kings 46-30 last weekend.
All changes are to the forward pack after lock Jeremy Thrush (ankle) and hooker Dane Coles (thumb) picked up injuries against the Kings. Lock Mark Reddish and hooker Motu Matu'u have been promoted from the reserves bench.
A cloud hangs over No.8 Victor Vito, who has a calf niggle and will be assessed closer to kick-off. He has been bracketed with Faifili Levave.
There is also uncertainty surrounding two reserve forwards, with prop Jeff Toomaga-Allen (sternum) and hooker Ash Dixon (shoulder) facing fitness tests. Versatile front-rower Reggie Goodes is on standby for both.
Much interest will centre on Savea, 19, the younger brother of teammate and All Blacks winger Julian.
A breakout season for Wellington at NPC level last year saw him score a clutch of spectacular tries through his speed and footwork.
Savea's introduction to Super Rugby was delayed by a four-week suspension for a dangerous tackle in a pre-season match.
Following the ban, coach Mark Hammett chose to field Savea in three matches for the Hurricanes development team.
Hurricanes: Andre Taylor, Alapati Leiua, Conrad Smith, Tim Bateman, Julian Savea, Beauden Barrett, TJ Perenara, Victor Vito/Faifili Levave, Ardie Savea, Brad Shields, Jason Eaton, Mark Reddish, Ben May, Motu Matu'u, Ben Franks. Reserves: Ash Dixon/Reggie Goodes, Jeffery Toomaga-Allen/Reggie Goodes, James Broadhurst, Levave/Jack Lam, Chris Smylie, Tusi Pisi, Reynold Lee-Lo.
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I would say the better you eat, the better you'll feel—and the more happy you'll be in everything you do.
Michelle Laszlo-Rath
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Linda Ritten
Santa Cruz | Mom
Don't take things personally. Everybody is on their own trip so don't take things too personally.
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Watsonville | Cashier
Nathan Habina
Boulder Creek | Bicycle Sales
Enjoy nature to the the fullest. Enjoy the trees, the flowers, the ocean—all the everyday things we take for granted.
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Former Flour + Water sous chef Adam Rosenblum probably never imagined as a dishwasher at a tiny restaurant in Silver Spring, Maryland that he would one day open his own restaurant in San Francisco, Causwells.
Rosenblum's climb to the top of the culinary scene definitely wasn't traditional. After a stint at the Culinary Institute of America in New York, Rosenblum moved to New Orleans and started to mold his cooking philosophy: whole animal butchery and quality ingredients from small farms. He then moved to Little Rock, Arkansas (not exactly a culinary destination) to open his first farm-to-table restaurant, Imagine. Next came a stint in New Jersey before moving back to his hometown in Maryland. Rosenblum finally made his way west in 2013 and was hired as sous chef at Flour + Water where he stayed until he decided to open Causwells earlier this year.
As executive chef at Causwells, Rosenblum created a shareable menu of American bites. Almost everything is made in house including the tasty Rye Parker House Rolls, creamy ricotta cheese, cultured butter, and delicious salumi and smoked meats. For dessert, the Donut Bread Pudding is a must-have, made with donuts from Marina bakery Allstar Donuts.
When he's not slaving away in the kitchen, you can find the chef woodworking, rock climbing, playing with his puppy, and dining around town with his wife. We caught up Rosenblum to ask him seven essential questions about his life in San Francisco.
1. What neighborhood do you currently call home? Would you ever move or are you happy in your 'hood?
The Marina. It's a great neighborhood but I'd move once my wife and I start a family.
2. What's your hands-down, absolute favorite thing to eat in SF?
Sushi at Ino. I just love how simple their cuisine is—you really get to taste the flavors of the fish without a bunch of sauces. My wife is a sushi junkie so we go to a few different places, but really like the simplicity and quality of Ino.
3. What's your perfect night on the town?
Drinks at Cavalier in Marianne's, small plates at Stonesthrow, and dinner at Rich Table.
4. When you need a low-key afternoon, where do you go for down time?
A quick trip to Petaluma to eat cheese and grab a sandwich at Marshall Store. The sandwiches are Marshall Store are more about the experience than just the sandwich, although they do use amazing bread. After a day of cheese tasting and farm visits in Petaluma, you get to sit at this little oyster bar/sandwich store, drink beer, and smell delicious oysters.
5. What's your favorite place to go on a day trip from the city?
Napa makes for a perfect day trip. It's a great opportunity to visit farmers and stop by a few wineries while we're at it, like Silver Oak, Titus, Failla, and Alpha Omega.
6. Quick-fire round
Burrito or Burger: Burger
Presidio or Golden Gate Park: Presidio
BiRite or Mitchell's: Mitchell's
Bike or MUNI: Uber
Fort Mason or Dolores Park: Fort Mason
The Independent or the Fillmore: Fillmore
Baker Beach or Ocean Beach: Baker
7. Three words that describe your life in SF?
Comforting, entertaining, culinary-centric


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I wrote several letters to the senate during the PA budget impasse, but when it's passed and all is said and done, where does the money really go? I am a family home childcare practitioner and I have an associate degree in child and family study and still in school to get my bachelors degree in psychology. I do all this for the children and families I serve. But again is it worth it?
Trainings and most of early educational funding go toward centers, headstart programs, and the thing I dislike most "Pre-k counts". Why do I say I dislike it? Because it has taken away from family providers and group providers who don't have the pre-k counts teachers. I called a school with pre-k counts to ask if I could send some fliers to give to parents to offer before and after school care. Of course they said they don't solicit for any day cares. I was furious. Someone told me that pre-k counts was created to work with day cares but they are not. They just took our children because parents think because it is in a school or a building, and it is free; that the teachers know more. I worked for headstart for three years and was a wonderful teacher. I am still a teacher in my home daycare, but because I am in a home I don't get the recognition and pre-k counts and headstart are free, so they take my business that I love. However, If I apply to work for them I wouldn't qualify and probably can teach all their "qualified" teacher under the table.
Yes, I may sound like an angry person. However, I am not angry, just fed up with all this, "write to get more money" stuff. I write, but I never get any direct help. And don't even get me started on the "Pa Stars" program. They will give a six hundred dollar grant that covers nothing. I may not have "Center" status or a building but my basement is set up just like a preschool with areas and the works. I need to have help to get things that I can't afford and six hundred dollars, although grateful, it is just not enough to set up.
I don't mind writing to senates to get more funding or keep it coming, but please help people like me who offer high quality care, really care for children (its not just a job for me), go to school, and try to make the experience wonderful.
I need children but the "centers, pre-k counts, and headstart" take the children because they are free programs or can afford to give grants to parents. It is just not fair to be looked over like nobody when I work hard everyday just like the other "teachers" in this field. Please don't look over us. Look to us and we can help build better programs for our children. Why does someone have to have 2-3 centers in one area (North Braddock) like "4kids learning center?" Why do they have to have all the children? It is getting ridiculous and I am to my wits end and ready to quit. I just can't take being treated like this anymore. I am still here, although I feel this way. But I would like to get a chance to show my skills and do what I love and that is "Caring for Kids!" Yes, we need money in the early childhood field but family daycare homes need help too!
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KARACHI: In a bid to regain the local market, Fauji Fertilizer Company (FFC) has reduced urea prices to make its fertiliser competitive against cheaper imports.
The fertiliser manufacturer cut down prices by 9% to Rs1,650/bag on Thursday, bringing the difference between the local and imported fertiliser to Rs50 per bag.
Local fertiliser manufacturers have so far been second best to their imported counterparts in 2012 as the price of imported fertiliser is subsidised by the government.
FFC's unsold fertiliser stock stood at a massive 250,000 tons at the end of March, according to latest data.
In line with historical trend, other market players are also expected to follow suit. The reduction in price will make a huge impact on profit margins. Engro Fertilizer's will be hit the most as earnings will shrink by 33% while Fauji Fertilizer Bin Qasim earnings will drop 8% if they follow suit and drop prices, according to InvestCap analyst Hasan Raza.
The government's reliance on imports has eased the demand of the commodity for now, however, this will have a huge hit as far as the country's fiscal management is concerned as the fertiliser import bill reached $848 million during the first seven months of the current financial year against a total of $300 million during same period last year.
Going forward, urea prices may face more pressure from an expected increase in gas prices from July 2012 and potentially higher Gas Infrastructure Development Cess charges. The price change will be effective from today (Friday).
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In 490 B.C., just before the Persians were successfully repulsed on the plain of Marathon by the heroic defenders of Athens, the threat of imminent attack spread terror across the Greek countryside. Panicky residents hastily buried their prize belongings to save them from the dreaded invaders. Then the people fled, some never to return. Now, almost 2,500 years later, archaeologists have recovered what may well be long-lost samples of that buried treasure: two remarkably beautiful and well-preserved statues of a young man (kouros in ancient Greek) and a maiden (kore), at least one...
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Mesa State adds courses for high school students
Mesa State College and School District 51 will expand their academic partnership with new classes offered to high school students next semester.
Professors from Mesa State will teach free remedial math and English classes to seniors at Central High School, beginning in January.
A Mesa State professor also will teach a college-level algebra course to Central seniors for $200. The class guarantees four transferable college credit hours and a refund on the cost of the course to students who pass the class. The class normally costs $680 on the Mesa State campus.
Central High Principal Jody Frost said in a newsletter the class is meant for college-bound students who won't be majors in math-related fields.
Western Colorado Community College added a sports and entertainment marketing program for high school juniors and seniors. The program focuses on careers managing athletes and entertainers, positions such as an athletic director, sports team manager or stadium manager.
The community college has offered technical education to high school students since its inception, including programs such as media technology and marketing.
Mesa State also offers high school students the chance to earn college credit while in high school. The Fast Track program is available for students who have completed all required course work for graduation but are still enrolled in high school.
Those students can enroll at Mesa State full or part time, and the school district may pay the tuition.
The partnership between the district and college also extends to teachers, who can pursue graduate courses for a master's degree at Mesa State while teaching.
Some of the classes offered at the graduate level include classroom management and controversial issues in special education.


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Report: Multiple teams interested in Sharper
Published: March 6th, 2010 | Tags: 2010 Free Agency, Chicago Bears, Darren Sharper, Miami Dolphins, New Orleans Saints, New York Giants
At least two teams have been in contact with free-agent safety Darren Sharper, a league source tells Mike Triplett of the New Orleans Times-Picayune.
The Saints remain in contention to bring back the safety, who signed a one-year, $1.7 million contract with the team last offseason but appears to be garnering more interest this time around. Sharper reportedly hasn't scheduled any visits, perhaps an indication that he's still trying to negotiate a deal to remain in New Orleans.
Triplett mentions the Bears, Dolphins and Giants as the Saints' competition for the 34-year-old safety, who tied for the league lead with nine interceptions in 2009.
On Friday night, the Giants signed safety Antrel Rolle to a five-year, $37 million contract. It's unclear if Rolle's signing will affect the Giants' interest in Sharper. As the Giants' roster currently stands, Rolle would be paired with emerging safety Kenny Phillips, who's still working his way back from microfracture surgery.
Some more free-agent news from around the Web on Saturday:
- Veteran DE/LB Aaron Kampman, who's still recovering from a torn anterior cruciate ligament in his left knee, visited with the Jaguars on Saturday.
- Following their trade for WR Anquan Boldin, the Ravens no longer view Derrick Mason's return as a priority.
- The 49ers apparently aren't the only team looking at QB David Carr. The Giants would like him to return as Eli Manning's backup, and the Browns and Cardinals have expressed interest.
- The Redskins have been relatively quiet so far, but they're expected to visit with free-agent RB Willie Parker next week. They also are still looking to make some other moves. The team hosted OT Tony Pashos on Friday and will host LB Larry Foote on Monday.


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Kim Kardashian, Kanye West turn down $3 million for North West photos
Of all the posts about Kim Kardashian and Kanye West having a baby, this is honestly the first time The Juice* has felt anything approaching approval. It seem Kanye doesn't want North West being on TV, or having any publicity. They even turned down $3 million from an Australian magazine for photos of the kid. We know, we were shocked, too.
"Kanye's been adamant about not having the baby on the show," a source told Us Weekly. "He was serious when he said North isn't America's baby, so he may not do anything."
We've been saying for years that not doing anything is what Kim's family should really be focusing on, so it's good to see Kanye take a stand. The mag says he's been a "doting father" and is nearby almost all the time. Maybe we were wrong about Kanye, and his daughter will make him a likable guy. We like to think that's what Toddler Juice* did for us.


text: Saying, hearing or reading the words "Flash Mob" used to conjure up a positive image - of Topekans communicating by a social network to later, as planned, converge on one place and make a positive statement. Like the recent "Think Big, Topeka" event. Now saying it conjures up a negative image - a ruthless and dangerous "flash mob" subgroup, effecting fear and violations on law-abiding citizens, as on the Country Club Plaza two weeks ago in KCMO. Yes, I realize it was only the conduct - or misconduct - of a few that caused the problems and the negative headlines in the KC paper. It was not a racial or gender issue - it was just plain inhospitable trespasses wreaked on some innocent bystanders, by other human beings. There's a summit meeting to sort it all out. To determibe why those who did what they did, did what they did, and if the root cause or problem can be identified, and the symptoms are treatable, how to do so. Tough charge to address, as such human indiscretions are not normal behavior. To say or do otherwise right now, without knowing all the underlying social facts, is only to cause unnecessary and misapplied speculation and finger pointing. Don't make assumptions. The Topeka experiment proves that "flash mobs" can be effective in a positive social application. You can't blame the social network in the Plaza situation, as it was purely a means to an end, a means to communicate. Guns don't kill people, people kill people, right? You can't blame any one ethnic group, or any one age group. You can't blame the whole group for the faults of a few. The assault and battery inflicted by a group of ten does not speak to the fact that groups of hundreds were merely walking around and enjoying the networking interaction. We do, as you know, have the right to assemble. Don't be hasty to paint the entire 800+ mob with a broad-based brush. The spark of one misinterpreted action or spoken word could have set off a mob mentality. Most times when you get 800+ "youth" (or any age group, or generational subgroup, for that matter) in one specific area, with no defined plan of action, it only takes the loud voice and exaggerated leadership of a few to effect the spontaneous actions of the majority of the group, or flash mob as they are calling these "happenings" in 2010. Our own political history, and recent political upheavals overseas, show how mob actions can get out of hand, with otherwise "normal" people getting caught up in the explosive actions and atmosphere of abnormal activities. Revolutions have started under similar circumstances. The results can be either good or bad. I hope the KCMO city fathers are able to control the future and offer safer and humane alternatives to the riotous actions that their flash mob situation morphed into, and keep the "negative image" of this incident from spreading to other locations. There has to be a simple solution, that parents, law enforcement, schools, social activists, and the "youth" themselves (I sure hope they are including youth representatives in the solution process!) can work out to the mutual satisfaction of all parties involved in the process. It should be partnering amongst all affected parties. To preclude the involvement of any one group would not be effective partnering. In the interim, I will give some extra consideration and thought to the next "flash mob" notification I might have tweeted to me. I'm too old and weak to put up with that kind of behavior and inconsiderate attitude. I'd rather be by myself than interact under the rules of the flash mob scenario in the Plaza experience. Life's too short, man!


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27yr Old Mom of 4 Ready for "The Change"!! - Camden, SC
Okay. So I'm just starting out. I have my first consultation on January 31st. I'm really excited, but let's be realistic. Can a stay at home mom of 4 boys (ages 10, 4, 3, & 18mths) really undergo something like this? I'm 5'2" (on a good day I'm 5'2" and 1/2"!!) and only weigh around 120lbs. I've never been over weight in my life... READ MORE
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Best opening statement ever.
22 Republicans who voted against raising the debt ceiling
Katy Perry may have taken too many shots last Friday night, but Congress was much drunker.
Politico reports that Speaker Boehner managed to pass his compromise budget plan through the House with 218 Republicans in favor and 22 opposed. The Boehner Plan raised the debt ceiling by trillions without providing any balanced budget amendment, enslaving the young people into yet more debt.
All Democrats voted against the bill for political posturing and because it cut too much from the budget, in their opinion. In point of fact it actually cut nothing, and the upcoming fiscal year will see greater spending than the previous, and so on and so forth. All the same, 22 Republicans (or about 5% of Congressmen) stood by the young Americans and refused to support more debt which will lead to higher taxes and lower benefits down the road. Here are those Congressmen:
Justin Amash (Mich.)
Michele Bachmann (Minn.)
Chip Cravaack (Minn.)
Jason Chaffetz (Utah)
Scott Desjarlais (Tenn.)
Tom Graves (Ga.)
Tim Huelskamp (Kans.)
Steve King (Iowa)
Tim Johnson (Ill.)
Tom McClintock (Calif.)
Mick Mulvaney (S.C.)
Ron Paul (Texas)
Connie Mack (Fla.)
Jim Jordan (Ohio)
Tim Scott (S.C.)
Paul Broun (Ga.)
Tom Latham (Iowa)
Jeff Duncan (S.C.)
Trey Gowdy (S.C.)
Steve Southerland (Fla.)
Joe Walsh (Ill.)
Joe Wilson (S.C.)
Americans have succeeded in reclaiming 5% of their legislature which for so long has voted against their interests year after year. I, for one, am pleased, and can only say, "Onward to 10%!"
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Ageing and Employment Policies
- 1990-1011 (online)
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- http://dx.doi.org/10.1787/19901011
People today are living longer than ever before, while birth rates are dropping in the majority of OECD countries. Such demographics raise the question: are current public social expenditures adequate and sustainable? Older workers play a crucial role in the labour market. Now that legal retirement ages are rising, fewer older workers are retiring early, but at the same time those older workers who have lost their job after the age of 50 have tended to remain in long term unemployment. What can countries do to help? How can they give older people better work incentives and opportunities? These reports offer analysis and assessment on what the best policies are for fostering employability, job mobility and labour demand at an older age.
Ageing and Employment Policies: Netherlands 2014
Working Better with Age
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Given the ageing challenges, there is an increasing pressure in OECD countries to further boost the employability of the working-age population over the coming decades. This report provides an overview of policy iniatives implemented over the past decade in the Netherlands and identifies areas where more should be done, covering both supply-side and demand-side aspects. To give better incentives to carry on working, the report recommends to promote longer contribution periods in the second-pillar pension schemes, and ensure better information and transparency of pension schemes, with a special focus on groups with low financial literacy. On the side of employers, it is important to progress towards more age-neutral hiring decisions and wage-setting procedures with more focus on performance and less on tenure and seniority. To improve the employability of older workers, the focus should be to promote training measures for older unemployed which are directly linked to a specific job. The large diversity in municipal "Work-First"programmes should be utilised in designing mor effective activation policies targetted on those at risk of losing contact with the labour market.
- Ageing and Employment Policies/Vieillissement et politiques de l'emploi: Germany 2005
- Ageing and Employment Policies: Norway 2013
- Ageing and Employment Policies/Vieillissement et politiques de l'emploi: Ireland 2006
- Ageing and Employment Policies/Vieillissement et politiques de l'emploi: Denmark 2005
- Ageing and Employment Policies/Vieillissement et politiques de l'emploi: Netherlands 2005
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What can I do to make my side profile look better? (Photo)
From the front, I look normal besides a little chubbiness in the cheeks even though I am not chubby at all. From the side profile I have no self... READ MORE
3 Weeks Post Rhinoplasty: Are Headaches and Pressure Pains Normal?
I had open rhinoplasty 3 weeks ago and I still have a headache and pressure at the front of my forehead going into my eyes. Is this normal? Daylight... READ MORE
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Its been only 3 days after the surgery but i am already tired of this disgusting leaking, no more bleeding but sticky liquid. And cannot easily move... READ MORE
Does Rhinoplasty Affect Eyebrow/forehead Movement?
I have had my splint off for about a week now but still unable to move my eyebrows/feel my forehad. I have seen that smiling may temporary not be... READ MORE
Can forms of neuralgia or nerve pain happen post nose surgery?
I had surgery on my nose 4 months ago (cosmetic and functional). At 5 weeks out I had facial burning (nose and forehead) which moved to scalp, top of... READ MORE
Is it possible to get a more curved / concave nose bridge particularly where the nose joins the forehead? (photo)
I am female and I have a very flat profile, my nose is straight, doesn't protrude much and I don't like how and where it joins my forehead. I want one... READ MORE
Will my L- Shaped Silicone Nose Implant Move Downwards if I Get Botox in the Forehead?
I've had an L- shaped silicone nose implant put in nearly 7 years ago. Just recently I've decided to try botox on the forehead. For the past... READ MORE
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Hello, I want to do a forehead reduction and a rhinoplasty, but I want two different doctors: one who is specialist in forehead reduction and the... READ MORE
4 days post-op - Is this swelling normal? (Photo)
I got out of my surgery 5/21 around 4pm. I had rhinoplasty and a chin augmentation. It's been 4 days and I'm swollen beyond belief. Is this normal or... READ MORE
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My side profile has always made me feel insecure, not only that I feel when I capture different angles of my nose I don't particularly like it. Ive... READ MORE
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I had a reduction rhinoplasty 2.5 years ago. Too much mass was taken from my nose. It has actually left me with a condition that causes tension in my... READ MORE
What is wrong with my skin after a closed rhinoplasty? (Photo)
Had a closed rhinoplasty 2 weeks ago. About a week ago, my forehead started breaking out. I use benzaclin everyday and tried retin-a a couple days as... READ MORE
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Hi all, My nose is big and I feel attracts more attention to my scar. I would just like to know what are options for my chickenpox scars that would... READ MORE
I feel that as I age I am losing my feminine look. What can I do to achieve a more feminine look?
I feel my face has hallowed, my nose has changed (it used to be perky and it seems to my the tip has a lowered appearance now). My hairline has... READ MORE
What can I do to make my nose more feminine? (photos)
I've always thought my nose is a very weird shape. I'm a 21 yr old Hispanic female with a small forehead and heart shape face. From the front I don't... READ MORE
What procedure lengthen a short face?
I have, in my opinion an extremely short face (I have a medium sized forhead and a good chin/not weak). My nose isn't even 2 inches long! I have done... READ MORE
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I'm a 30 year old male. Between my brows I have an asymmetrical line/indentation which descends from my forehead to the left side of my upper nose. My... READ MORE
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Which plastic surgery or injection procedures should I consider? (photo)
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Would rhinoplasty help my overall appearance along with forehead reduction? (Photo)
In pictures I have to crop out my forehead I usually look better that way and I can't smile in pictures because of my nose it's so wide and pig like... READ MORE


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We will start with preparing for a new flock that has just been hatched and is being immediately transported to the farm.
The house preparation actually started two weeks ago, when the last flock went to market. The manure was immediately removed. The house was de-dusted and the concrete floors swept. Disinfecting the house and letting it set empty for two weeks really helps kill bacteria, break virus cycles, and put a fix to rodents that would contaminate the birds with salmonella. Two or three days before the new flock arrives, we spread new clean wood shavings over the entire floor for a nice comfortable bedding. Baby chicks have very sensitive feet and need to start on a warm comfortable floor. We start the heat in the house a day or two before the flock arrives to bring up the floor temperature and provide a comfort zone of about 90-92 degrees. We do not need to start day one with any extra stress if we are going to raise clean, natural chickens honestly without antibiotics or other crutches.
It is very sad that the cost and profit pressures have forced most of the brolier chicken industry into alternative production methods and I do not know how they get natural labels approved. Most of these lower cost alternative production methods use ground dirt floors. If you have ever tried to clean a ground dirt floor, you know it is difficult. In the case of our organic production, we let the birds go outside and scratch in the grass and dirt but they sure like to come back into their clean protected house where their feed and water is kept. Once I tried a dirt floor in my chicken house until the rodents drilled a hole in the ground from the outside and came up in the inside of the house and attacked my chickens. Well that was enough of that!
Just to give you some idea what these alternative methods are, I will start with the flock that just went to market. The house is immediately prepared for the next flock that may be started as soon as the next day. Most of the old manure stays in the house to compost, and maybe some new litter is added. They usually take a machine through the house to break up the manure. There may be five to ten flocks of chickens in the house before the manure is taken out. By leaving the manure in the house flock after flock, there is a big challenge to manage the ammonia coming out of that composting manure that can and will cause blindness and serious respiratory problems to the chickens. I feel sorry for the chickens being raised that way.
The result of these alternative methods of production can be horrible and these chickens should not be labeled natural. I think I wrote enough for today, but there is a lot more to come.


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...careful about the questions you ask on here? Do you contemplate the questions you ask and who might be replying? Do you think it is a random reply of people or do you think it is your question that 'selects the people' who reply?......
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No, I don't target anyone in particular.
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Generally, I do not ask questions; I reply
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Mayor Joseph P. Riley, Jr. (D - Charleston, SC)
Mayor of Charleston, South Carolina for 23 years, Joseph P. Riley Jr.'s administration has been a model of vigorous civic support for the community's artistic and cultural endeavors. His inspired leadership was responsible for the establishment of Spoleto Festival U.S.A., the sister festival of Spoleto, Italy's world-renowned arts festival. Over the past 23 years, Spoleto Festival U.S.A. and Piccolo Spoleto, the city-run companion festival, have stimulated an artistic renaissance in Charleston and throughout South Carolina, generating over $1 billion in economic development, and helped transform Charleston into one of America's most desirable places to live and visit.
In 1986, Riley's appreciation of the importance of the arts in urban life led him to co-found the Mayor's Institute for City Design, an NEA collaboration that has brought more than 300 mayors together with many of America's most acclaimed architects, urban planners, developers, and others. The Institute has brought forth a new generation of mayors who relish their role as their community's chief civic architect and pay special attention to the creation of beautiful, inspiring and accessible public spaces. Mayor Riley's vision for arts in the Charleston community led him to establish the Charleston Office of Cultural Affairs; the annual MOJA Festival that showcases African-American and Caribbean arts and artists; City Arts for Kids, a program that ensures access to the arts and arts education; and a nationally-acclaimed architectural design model for beautiful public housing.
Riley, a nationally renowned advocate on urban design and the creation of livable cities, provided lead testimony at the 1995 National Endowment for the Arts Congressional hearings. In 1998, Newsweek named Riley one of the 25 most dynamic mayors in America. Born and raised in Charleston, Mayor Riley graduated from The Citadel and the University of South Carolina School of Law. Prior to his election as mayor of Charleston, he served six years in the South Carolina House of Representatives. He and his wife Charlotte have two sons, Joe and Bratton.


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Atlantic Array turbines 'would overwhelm Lundy'
The charity which owns Lundy Island off north Devon has been describing why the proposed site of a wind farm in the Bristol Channel was inappropriate.
Energy company RWE Innogy has pulled the 240-turbine Atlantic Array project, which would have covered a 77 sq mile.
Derek Green, who manages the island owned by the Landmark Trust, told BBC Devon such turbines would "overwhelm and dwarf" their neighbour.
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Vaccines Can Turn Kids Gay
70 year old Italian scientist and journalist, Gian Paolo Vanli is making some people shake their heads by claiming that vaccines cause homosexuality. Gay Star News quoted Vanoli: "Being gay is a disease, but we have to love everyone, gays included, because it's not their fault. The vaccines they had made them homosexuals. The vaccine is introduced into the child, the child then grows and tries to find its own personality, if this is inhibited by mercury or other substances present in the vaccine which enter the brain, the child becomes gay." He goes on to say you can't blame "Gay People" for their "illness".
Well isn't he special. What to you think?


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His treatment based on what he wanted to do not what patient wanted to do.
Dr B. was an excellent choice for my surgery, which ended up being somewhat complicated. He was confident and compassionate, and I'm 24 days post surgery and feeling great :) Thank you Dr. B
Dr. Bahador is hands down one of those friendliest and competent doctors I have been to. He puts you at ease from the moment you walk in, and it's clear he has your best interest at heart. I will be having a robotic hysterectomy this year from him, and couldn't feel more at peace about it. His office staff is atrocious. After calling for three weeks, we put in a complaint and finally got a call back. Margie was incredibly passive and rude to me when I discussed my condition with her- replying "at least it's not cancer" discounting all of the pain and suffering I've gone through. If he wasn't such an amazing doctor, I would probably never return because of the staff.
I feel mixed writing this because Dr. B is truly excellent: kind, compassionate, articulate and skilled. Everything you could want. But he needs an all new staff! First, it took 2 weeks to get an appt because the new appt person would not return my call despite several msgs. Why are they not sensitive to the fact that women just referred to an oncologist are feeling some urgency? After 1st appt, med asst said she'd call in test dr requested but never did so w/out more badgering. Thank goodness I copied my primary care doc on test results because they never called me or mailed results. When tests were normal (base don pcare doc email), I called to ask if I needed to keep the next appt. They said yes. When I arrived, he did not have the results (I had to wait 15 min while they tried to find them). Then he wondered why I came if everything was normal. I have full confidence he's an excellent oncologist. But clinical skill is only as good as the team that supports it with sensitivity and good communication.
Dr. Bahador is a terrific doctor. I had a complete hysterectomy on April 8th 2014. Pain meds were given in the hospital and I had a 6 day stay was suppose to be 7 but was well enough to leave a tad early. No pain meds after I got home were needed. I give his office staff a very low score due to the fact that nobody returns important phone call post op. I have ovarian cancer stage 1c and need chemo so return calls are a must. I am sure the staff is very busy and over worked but I find leaving messages upon messages that go unanswered unacceptable in this age. I could run the office much better being on chemo then how it is run by healthy women. I do love this Dr. as he did such a wonderful job treating me so if you need to be seen by one of the best just try and push through the office staff so you have the best care.
Never had the chance to meet with this Dr as I was never given an appt by his front office staff. It's been over a month since first contact. She was pleasant during initial contact but all contact after that was rude and 'too busy' attitude. Odd to have someone like this running a busy oncologist office, where the patients are stressed and need a little more TLC. I have chosen another surgeon for this very reason. This Dr came recommended by another well known surgeon in the La Jolla area
I love this Dr!!! Dr Bahador is caring and compassionate. He spent a lot of time with me and patiently answered my many many questions. Others say he is great...well he has a wonderful bedside manner too! I gave the office staff a 4 only because Margie saved them. Margi is the best!!! She is always smiling and ready to help. The rest of the front office seems busy and not nearly as caring.
Best surgeon. Best holistic care. Best judgment in and outside OR. Even ordered to switch my room to the sunshine side for faster healing. In hospital for 5 weeks now. Earned my complete trust. Bordering on genius.
Dr Bahador HAS to be the best in his specialty. I had a laparoscopic/robot assisted hysterectomy + insertion of the Y Mesh for cervix prolapse on Jun 4 2013. Came home on the 5th. Never lost a drop of blood, never took a pain pill after leaving the hospital. He is careful and detail oriented. His bedside manners are perfect. He has the most caring staff and makes the patient feel like she is the only one he has.
I was referred to Dr Bahador by my GYN @ SRS-La Mesa, to see if I was a candidate for laporapscopic repair of a prolapse via robotic surgery. Although the surgery ended up requiring so much more, as well as operation hours, Dr Bahador remained kind, courteous and professional every time he spoke with me. I am now 1 week post-op, and feeling pretty damn good. Thanks so much to Dr Bahador!
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