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Soil erosion and degradation in a rapidly expanding industrial area of Eastern Mediterranean basin (Thriasio plain, Greece)
Georgios Sigalos, Vassiliki Loukaidi, Socrates Dasaklis, Paraskevi Drakopoulou, Luca Salvati, Anastasios Mavrakis.
This study investigates soil erosion in a rapidly expanding industrial region of Eastern Mediterranean basin (Thriasio plain, Greece), controlling how geomorphology, topography, soil drainage and vegetation cover shape the local erosivity rate. Our results show that Thriasio plain is characterized by medium–low classes of soil vulnerability in the actual environmental conditions. However, in an ‘extreme conditions’ scenario, areas with sharp slope, a branched hydrographical network and low vegetation cover are classified at high vulnerability to soil erosion. A field study has been implemented considering extreme natural conditions (January 2004) driven by rapid snow melting determining an exceptionally high volume of water flooding down to the sea through a seasonal stream. This episode was considered a ‘natural experiment’ when assessing extreme soil erosion conditions. Based on theoretical calculations and field measurements, our results confirm the estimated value of soil erosion under the ‘extreme conditions’ scenario illustrated above.
Keywords Erosivity Soil drainage Parent material Urban growth Sustainable development

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We found 6 providers named 'Karen Hardy' nationally.
Dr. Karen Hardy is a specialist in pediatric pulmonology. She works in Emeryville, CA, San Francisco, CA, and Oakland, CA. Dr. Hardy has indicated that her clinical interests include cystic fibrosis (CF) and asthma. Anthem, Blue Cross/Blue Shield, and CIGNA Plans are among the insurance carriers that Dr. Hardy takes. After attending the University of Toledo College of Medicine for medical school, she completed her residency training at Children's Hospital & Research Center Oakland and a hospital affiliated with the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF). She has received professional recognition including the following: San Francisco Super Doctors. Dr. Hardy's hospital/clinic affiliations include Sutter Medical Network, Alta Bates Medical Group (ABMG), and California Pacific Medical Center (CPMC). She has an open panel.
Clinical interests: Asthma, Cystic Fibrosis, Asthma care, Bronchopulmonary dysplasia, Bronchoscopy, Chronic obstructive ... (Read more)
Dr. Karen Brandstaedter's medical specialty is general pediatrics. She is professionally affiliated with Children's & Women's Physicians of Westchester (CWPW), LLP. Dr. Brandstaedter studied medicine at Columbia University, College of Physicians and Surgeons. Her medical residency was performed at Jacobi Medical Center.

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EMVA welcomes submissions to forum for Machine Vision & Optical Metrology
Barcelona/Stuttgart, 23 January, 2020. With their continued partnership Control show organizer P.E. Schall and the EMVA enable another edition of the successful EMVA lecture forum “Control Vision Talks 2020” around the 34th Control from 5 – 7 May 2020 in Stuttgart. Embedded into the trade show in hall 8 the presentations of this forum for Machine Vision & Optical Metrology aim to educate the trade show visitor on benefits, applications and methods of machine vision and optical metrology solutions for factory automation.
The talks will be held in German or English language and will present technology background as well as dedicated solutions going way beyond mere marketing-oriented product presentations. Towards this goal each of the three first trade show days will feature presentations for a dedicated technology topic. We hereby offer companies or individuals the opportunity to give a free-of-charge 20-minute presentation during the Control Vision Talks 2020 on one of the following topics:
- 3D Machine Vision (Tuesday, May 5th)
- Optical Metrology: Offline to Inline (Wednesday, May 6th)
- CT and X-ray (Thursday, May 7th)
- Spectral Imaging: From Infrared to Hyperspectral (Thursday, May 7th)
The focus of the presentation should either be fundamentals or new technologies. Pure product presentations cannot be considered when selecting the program. Applications need to include the following information:
- Presentation title
- Lecture block (3D, Optical Metrology, CT/X-ray or Spectral Imaging)
- short abstract (approx. 1,000 to 2,000 characters, not words)
- Language: English or German
Please send your application to email@example.com or use the following page for submitting your papers: emva.org/events/other/control-vision-talks-2020. The deadline for paper submission is February 10th, 2020.
About the European Machine Vision Association
The EMVA is a not for profit organization, open to all, which is owned by its members who represent over 120 companies, institutes, and organizations, originating from within Europe, North America, and Asia. The association seeks to represent the interests of its members and promote the vision industry in general, but also encourage cooperation and standardization. The EMVA hosts several important standards used throughout the machine vision industry including the GenICam series used to provide a consistent, device independent interface to machine vision hardware, the EMVA1288 standard used for bench-marking performance of industrial cameras, and the newly initiated Open Optics Camera Interface (OOCI) standard which addresses the connectivity of camera lenses within a machine vision system, and the new emVISION initiative addressing standardization within embedded vision systems. To find out more visit the web site www.emva.org.


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Iranian investigators are probing a serious incident involving an Iran Aseman Airlines ATR 72-500 which suffered damage while landing in a storm at Tehran Mehrabad, after a diversion proposal was rejected.
The incident involved flight EP845 from Rasht to Tehran on 11 June, states the Iranian Civil Aviation Organisation.
Its preliminary findings into the event state that the 19-year old aircraft (EP-ATX) had departed Rasht with 62 passengers and six crew members.
Meteorological information from Mehrabad at the scheduled arrival time indicates thunderstorm activity, cumulonimbus clouds at 3,500ft, impending heavy rain and strong wind gusts ultimately rising to 40-60kt.
The inquiry says weather data also warned of icing and turbulence at 15,000ft.
While the first officer proposed diverting to the alternate airport at Isfahan, the ATR maintained its course to Mehrabad and conducted an approach to runway 29L.
The aircraft suffered foreign object damage during the approach and the enhanced ground-proximity warning system issued cautions on sink rate.
Investigators state that the ATR was also exposed to "extreme" wind gusts and that the pilots found the turboprop "difficult to control" – although the aircraft did not suffer a hard landing or runway excursion.
Damage was recorded, however, to the aircraft's windows, external probes and the undercarriage. The inquiry is to examine the conduct of the flight to determine whether the crew followed required procedures.
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With even more than 1 million gamers on a daily basis, the Framed game has actually ended up being an exceptionally hot amusement game right now.
What is Framed video game?
A problem video game by guessing the flick name from the pictures for those who like motion pictures or movies, or possibly wish to find a brand-new game. Motivated by Wordle, Heardle, and all various other spin-offs. It is a spin-off of Wordle based upon the film in which you need to presume the mystery motion picture within 6 attempts based on clues provided by the system.
Where to play game?
You can play "Framed game" absolutely free on the on the internet web residence page. The game will be updated at 12 o'clock every day. You can play on any kind of web browser because this is an internet game, on any kind of smart digital gadget like a TELEVISION, smart phone, laptop/desktop.
Framed video game exactly how to play?
First, there will certainly be an image related to the movie to guess. Gamers will use the expertise and capability to remember information as well as photos from the flicks they have viewed to discover the name of the motion picture by going into key phrases in the white box and also after that remain to choose the submit button to inspect the answer. When the player enters a key phrase in the vacant box, the framed video game will display the very same suggested outcomes for the related key words showing up on the screen to assist locate the response quicker. To attain high cause the video game, players require to give one of the most exact and fastest outcomes to resolve the inquiry.
If you guess incorrect, a new image from the motion picture will be exposed. Each turned photo will certainly give much more gamers tips, recalling information from the movie to come up with the answer. The game will only give 6 recommended photos for players to think. Therefore, gamers require to have the abilities to choose quickly and accurately.
End of the video game: the name of the movie will be displayed in the last picture. The time the gamer has actually completed the difficulty together with the results obtained will certainly be displayed on the screen. Winning or losing gamers will receive colored squares for very easy identification. You can share your results with everybody to know by clicking the share switch.
Tips to play
A "Framed game" is a basic kind of video game you may or might not recognize as well as have just one acknowledged response as well as extremely little area for ambiguity. The framed game still offers the gamer some extra possibilities after the incorrect forecasts. To be able to presume the correct name as quickly as possible, gamers can refer to some of the following ideas:
Watch a great deal of films that will certainly aid in thinking the end result extremely well.
Focus on the details and also characters in the flick, it will certainly help to remind the name of the movie
In some cases an outstanding character photo shows up however you have actually not presumed the movie. You can cheat by searching for the character's name on the internet and also relevant keywords will show up.
A challenge video game that calls for knowledge, data collection, and also decision-making from the little info readily available. It will certainly require players to know how to incorporate to match the predictions from the provided picture tips.
Should you experience the game?
Framed is a puzzle game that numerous people want experiencing today. It is an entertaining video game in addition to another means to evaluate your expertise of problems, the ability to keep in mind pictures, in enhancement, the framed game is likewise extremely appropriate for you to kick back, as well as relieve stress in daily work. On a daily basis the video game will have a brand-new flick updated. That created inquisitiveness as well as attracted players to the game. You can attempt the video game experience here: web link
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Additionally, a comparable variation of Wordle or Heardle is provided a short note from a track to think, each wrong response will have an additional part of the track unlocked. Comparable to framed game, gamer will certainly have six opportunities to presume the video game track title which will certainly be upgraded at midnight daily.
A problem video game by presuming the film name from the photos for those who enjoy movies or motion pictures, or perhaps want to find a new video game. End of the video game: the name of the movie will be shown in the last photo. A "Framed game" is an easy kind of video game you might or might not understand as well as have only one acknowledged response and also extremely little room for uncertainty. It is an entertaining game as well as one more method to test your knowledge of challenges, the capability to bear in mind photos, in addition, the framed game is additionally extremely ideal for you to kick back, and ease stress in everyday job. Every day the game will have a new motion picture upgraded.

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One of the many things we love about Barkbox? The company devotes itself to helping at-risk pets through a generous philanthropic program using some of their sales proceeds. We can’t help but share this inspirational video that demonstrates the heart behind Barkbox. See what they did to celebrate one dog’s incredible journey back from a life of terrible abuse.
Andrew Chen is a longtime PC gamer, an automotive journalist and an avid deal hunter. His first PC had an 80 megahertz processor with 4 megabytes of RAM, light years away from the powerhouse gaming rigs he builds today. You can follow Andrew's high-speed sports car adventures over at 6SpeedOnline.com. As a Slickdealer for over 10 years, nothing makes him more excited than getting a freebie!
Dog toys are at the heart of most bonding moments between pet and parent. That’s because dogs of all ages thrive on regular exercise and interaction to keep them happy and healthy. Toys for dogs are key to helping your furry family member stay occupied, stimulated and content, as well as a great way for pet parents to interact with their pets in a fun, positive way. An entertaining and durable dog toy will effectively keep your dog busy and make them less likely to get bored and take out their energy on off-limit items like shoes, important documents, and more.
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Almost two years ago we tried and reviewed 7 of the subscription boxes on the market. Since then, we’ve tried boxes from another 6 or 7 companies. We’ve tried a lot of these boxes more than once. Over the last couple of years, we’ve seen about 50 subscription boxes from 14 different companies and I’ve written two comprehensive comparison posts. If that doesn’t make us experts on dog subscription boxes, I don’t know what does.
Barkbox ships around the 15th of every month and once the box is shipped, they would send you an email confirming your shipment and customers in the US living in the lower 48 states will have free shipping, with their boxes being delivered within 2-8 business days. US customers also get tracking details. Customers in Canada can expect the subscription box for their dogs within 4-12 days of shipment and they apologize for the lack of tracking details as you cannot track your box once it leaves the US. Shipping costs about $5 for customers in Canada and other outer states in the US.
Claire dislikes: Tbh, I was mildly exasperated by this box. They sent three of the same kind of toy, which was so disappointing because for the same gagging/choking hazard reasons I couldn't give Ruggie the lion toy from the BarkBox, I couldn't give these "iBalls" to her either. The antler I received was so, so small, and while I know Ruggie's a tiny beeb, she still goes to town on her chew toys and was worried she'd swallow it accidentally or something.
Pamper your furry friend(s) with our pet subscription boxes! Does your pet slobber, bark, and love to play fetch? We have a huge list of dog subscription boxes just waiting for you to look through. Maybe your pet likes to nap in the sun, cough up hairballs, and purr like a motor. Well then our cat subscription boxes are what you’re looking for! Be sure to check out our go-to guide to our top pet boxes too. These boxes will suit your every want and need. All of our pet themed boxes are filled with premium pet toys, treats, collars, and so much more. Our merchants love their four-legged (or two!) family members as much as you do, and it sure does show.
With more than 5 million followers across its social media channels and having shipped more than 30 million toys and treats to pups in the U.S. and Canada, BarkBox is the brand at the center of dog obsession online and offline. The curated box of all-natural treats, chews and fun toys is designed – from the packaging to products – to create moments of insane joy for dogs and their people, with a new, fun theme each month. Dog-obsessed experts paw-pick the best treats and innovative toys to match a dog’s unique needs, including allergies or heavy chewers.

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Welcoming MoonieGT to simrace247.com and jumping straight into his favourite sim racing experiences in VR.
VR in sim racing to some is the ultimate experience, having great immersion and a real sense of racing comes to the forefront of the senses.
With sim racing titles having so much detail put into there games a 2d screen or even triples just does not cut it for some. People want to feel like they are racing in a cockpit and have a full on immersive experience.
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A lovely Korean coworker created this video when I left South Korea in 2014.
I have vowed to start blogging again because…
This should come as no surprise to anyone: I am putting my things in storage and traveling again. I bought a one-way ticket to Cartagena, Colombia. (Curious about the cost? A one-way from Denver to Cartagena: $156.39 USD.)
The plan in Colombia: to live abroad while working my job remotely. I have been with Pro R.E.A. Staffing for a year and have been working remotely the entire time (moved from Georgetown, Texas to Crested Butte, Colorado to Denver – all while working my same job). Now, Colorado to Colombia.
So, thank you, Rikus.
My friend Rikus is right. I have been living in Colorado since Thanksgiving, yet have not posted anything about all the beautiful hikes I have been on or the wonderful people I have met. Those posts to come…
Honestly, I have a love-hate relationship with blogging. I love it when someone says they read a post or found a post about Korea helpful. I spent years thinking only my mom and grandma read it. “Hi mom!” Yet, I hate how much time I spend thinking about how to make a post perfect, yet each post fails my expectations and standards for myself. More on being a type-A perfectionist later, too...
- visit 30 countries by 30
- visit 100 countries before I turn 65
- visit every continent before my 50th birthday.
- visit six continents before my 30th birthday; I’ve visited five already.
Here are the countries I have visited – in order.
- U.S.A. – 1990
- Ireland – 2009
- The Vatican
- New Zealand
- Peru – 2011
- Poland – 2012
- Czech Republic
- South Korea – 2013
- Cambodia – April 2014
- Japan – October 2014
- China (Shanghai) – October 2014
- Thailand – November 2014
- Myanmar – December 2014
- Mexico – July 2015
- Canada – July 2016
Earlier this year, I worked in my company’s publishing department editing a Korean history book. While a lot of the information blended together because of the extensive detail and use of Korean names, I did learn a little about the Silla Kingdom and its grand history. Among many things, Silla is credited for creating the first unified Korea by conquering the two kingdoms of Baekje (백제) and Goguryeo (고구려). The Silla, an ancient kingdom of Korea, once called the city of Gyeongju its capital, which is partly the reason I wanted to visit.
Outside the Gyeongju Express Bus Terminal, Chris and I rented a scooter for 25,000 won for three hours. After we picked up a handy map of Gyeongju in English from the tourist center outside the bus terminal, we hopped on our scooter and hit the road.
Not too long later, we arrived at our destination: a famous temple. Bulguksa (불국사) is the main site to see in Gyeongju. The temple is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the biggest temples in Korea. The structure standing today has gone through dozens of renovations, but it was incredible to think that Koreans were on this sacred land more than 1,400 years ago building this very temple.
We skipped seeing the Seokguram Grotto (석굴암) because the weather started to turn on us (check out my sweet rain poncho!). We hopped back on the scooter and headed out to see a sex museum; however, the steep admission of 10,000 won each scared us away.
On our ride back to the bus terminal, I spotted a line of luxury cars parked casually in a coffee shop’s parking lot. We stopped to take a peak (and a handful of photos). To no surprise, we weren’t the only ones enjoying the view.
Getting to Gyeongju: I took a 50-minute bus ride from Dongdaegu bus terminal. The cost is no more than 4,300 won ($5) each way.
My last day of teaching was bittersweet. I was excited for S.E. Asia trip coming up, but sad to leave my students, knowing that I’d likely never see them again.
One student, Chan Ho, was getting so excited to tell me something that he began to stutter. He couldn’t think of the English. Then finally he stops and says in a very serious tone, “Sarah Teacher, you are the Best English Teacher.” he pauses for dramatic effect, “Of..My…Life.” “Thank you, Chan Ho.”
I highly recommend staying at the Mercure Seoul Ambassador in Gangnam Sodowe. Chris and I celebrated his promotion with a night here and drinks in their rooftop bar.
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A Seoul must-stop: Vatos Urban Tacos.
The atmosphere is vibrant and the place is always buzzing with Koreans and foreigners. The margaritas are big in size while the tacos are big in flavor. My personal favorite are the Kimchi Fries.
Smothered in braised pork carnitas, killer kimchi, cheese, cilantro and onion and sour cream, doused in their own hot sauce, the Kimchi fries are mouth-watering good.
Whether you’re there to chow down on some gourmet tacos, topped with spicy chipotle and seasoned goodness, or just there to drink, Vatos Tacos is the place to be.
A few years back, I visited the world’s largest ball of twine. It was as anti-climatic as you would imagine. It was on my bucket list to be a tourist in my own home state of Kansas.
In October 2013, I moved to Daegu, South Korea and started what would be a yearlong journey of teaching English Monday through Friday and traveling every weekend. I met a man in May and quickly fell in love as we explored Korea together. When my contract ended in October 2014, I set out alone for two months traveling through four S.E. Asian countries.
Once I returned to the U.S., I embarked on a two-week road trip through America with Chris, the man I fell for in South Korea. Now, I am packing up my belongings at my parent’s house in Kansas and preparing to move to Georgetown, Texas, a town outside of Austin.


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Furry Tails: Sandaidh + Emma
I adopted my Sandy-man in March of 2006. His name at the shelter was Bishop, and he was in one of the corner kennels being overlooked because of the hyper husky in the cage next to him. He looked at me with his big sad amber eyes and I immediately knew he’d be coming home with me. I’ve had him for seven years now and I don’t know what I’d do without him, he’s very loved and spoiled.
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The COVID19 pandemic has led to more and more staycations in the UK with overseas countries offering limited travel options and the cost of getting a COVID19 test before and after travelling not justifiable for many. While international locations are set to reopen in the future, if you’re in need of a break, visiting somewhere in the UK could be the ideal alternative option for you. And one of the best parts about taking a staycation is that it’s much easier to take your dog with you. There’s no need to worry about choosing an airline that allows pets or quarantining your furry friend when you arrive; you can simply take them with you in the car. But there are several things to consider before you plan a holiday with your dog – here are some tips to keep in mind.
Why Travel With Your Dog?
Your dog is an important member of your family and it’s not uncommon for dog owners to miss their pets a lot when travelling without them, even Facetiming them every day and getting regular updates from whoever is pet sitting. There are plenty of reasons to consider taking a staycation with your dog this year while staycations are the best option for many. Not only can it be good for your mental and physical health, but it gives you a chance to bond and make memories with your pet and family together. Plus, it’s much cheaper compared to travelling abroad without your pet since you don’t have to arrange for somebody to look after and walk your dog while you’re gone.
Preparing for the Journey:
Driving to your destination is probably the best option to consider if you want to take your dog on a staycation. There are several things to keep in mind while preparing for the journey, especially when it comes to your dog’s comfort and safety. Make sure that your dog is suitably and safely secured in the car; you can do this using a special harness attachment that clips into the seatbelt so that your dog has their own seat while still being able to move somewhat freely on the journey. Make sure that your dog is hydrated with a travel water bowl and bottle and plan your journey around a few stops for toilet breaks and short walks. If your dog isn’t used to being in the car, it’s a good idea to take them out for a few journeys before you head on your staycation to get them accustomed to it. Bear in mind that some dogs can be prone to car sickness, so it might be worth avoiding giving them a big meal before you go. Never leave your dog unattended in the car since the inside of the vehicle can heat up very quickly even on a cloudy day.
You should also prepare for any accidents. Packing a first aid kit and purchasing pet insurance will give you peace of mind while you're on holiday with your best friend.
Picking Somewhere to Stay:
The best part about planning a staycation in the UK with your dog is that the country is filled with dog-friendly accommodation. From hotels that welcome dogs to entire holiday cottages and caravans where you can stay with your pet, you should not have a problem finding a great place to stay. You can easily find somewhere on booking.com and other popular travel accommodation sites by making sure to select dog-friendly in the filters when making your search. Rural areas rather than city breaks tend to be a better option for those travelling with a dog since there are usually more dog-friendly accommodation options and dog-friendly pubs and restaurants in the local area.
Walks and Activities:
It’s worth doing some research into the area that you want to stay in the UK to see what’s available that is dog-friendly. Bear in mind that many popular beaches in the UK have dog-free zones or dogs might even be completely banned, so if you want a UK beach break, it’s well worth looking into this information before you book to ensure that you will be able to take your dog on the beach with you. Check out the local walking paths and other options for exercising your dog nearby to make sure that there’s plenty available where you can have fun and even meet up with other dog walkers locally while you are there. If you want to visit tourist attractions in the area, check out what is available that’s dog-friendly.
Some dogs might be a little stressed and anxious when they are moved to an unfamiliar place, so it’s worth keeping this in mind when heading on a staycation with your dog. Of course, having you there with familiar sounds and smells will help your dog stay calm and settle in, but there are several other things that you can do to help them easily transition to staying in holiday accommodation including bringing something comfortable that they recognise from home such as their favourite blanket, bed, or soft dog toy.
Read the Small Print:
Finally, if you have found the perfect dog-friendly accommodation for you, it’s important to always read the fine print before you book to ensure that it’s going to be right for you and your dog. Bear in mind that just because accommodation is dog-friendly it does not always mean that it’s going to be a good fit. For example, some dog-friendly holiday cottages don’t allow dogs to get on the furniture or go upstairs, which might be a problem if this is something you are happy for your dog to do and they are used to doing it. It’s also worth finding out more about whether or not you will be able to leave your dog unattended at the property or if there are options for somebody to take your dog while you visit attractions that aren’t dog-friendly, for example. If your dog needs to be crated if you leave them alone at the property, will a crate be available for you, or do you need to bring your own? Do you need to pay a security deposit to cover any potential dog-related damage?
With UK staycations on the rise, it’s the perfect time to plan a memorable and fun trip with your dog.


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MANILA – Defeated vice presidential candidate and former senator Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. said Friday he plans to seek a national position in the 2022 elections.
Marcos, who lost his electoral protest against Vice President Leni Robredo in February, did not specify yet the position he is seeking and said he remains open to a tandem with Davao City Mayor Inday Sara Duterte-Carpio, who is said to be eyeing the presidency.
Marcos is the only son of the late dictator Ferdinand Marcos, whose regime was marked by killings, human rights violations and a plunder of state coffers.
"I’m certainly going to run for a national position but I always say, siguro narinig niyo na sa akin ito pero uulitin ko, that ang payo talaga sa atin lalong lalo na sa pulitika is to keep my options open, and this is a very funny, very strange and unusual political situation we find ourselves in because it’s an election in the middle of a pandemic," he told a National Press Club forum.
Marcos met Duterte-Carpio in her Davao hometown in late May. He said, however, that no decision was made in the said meeting and that they only promised to keep in touch.
“Hindi namin napag-usapan 'yung mga kombinasyon. Basta nagtatanong, ano ba talaga plano, ano ba gusto mo gawin? O sige basta sabi ko, ako mangangamapaniya ako, iikot ako kasi kahit ano gawin ko kasi, kailangan ko i-solidify ulit 'yung ating mga kaibigan, 'yung ating mga kaalyado. But 'yun na lang, let's just always be in touch, let’s always talk," he said.
Recent pre-election surveys place Marcos behind Duterte-Carpio as the Filipinos’ most preferred presidential candidate for next year’s polls.
Marcos ran for vice president in 2016. He lost to Robredo, then filed an electoral protest after alleging that electoral fraud took place in some areas.
In February, after more than five years, the Supreme Court voted unanimously to junk his electoral protest.
He has since appealed to the high court to reconsider its ruling.
Marcos called on his critics "not to let their hatred overwhelm their humanity" as he prepares to start his campaign.
“Those people, don’t let your... kung minsan ang aaasim, anghang magsalita na wala naman koneksyon sa usapan. And so I always try to send the message to them, don’t let your hate overwhelm your humanity, pagka-Filipino, pagmamahal niyo sa bansa dahil galit kayo sa isang tao."
"'Yun na lang 'yun, kalimutan niyo muna, tulungan niyo muna ang tao, tulungan niyo muna 'yung bansa. I suppose some of them think that's the way of helping but hating people is not a productive exercise,” he said.


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Michal Negrin necklace With a Gothic Roses cameo, sparkling vitrail Swarovski crystals, painted flowers and beads. The pendant measures 2 inches high and 1 inch wide , the chain length is adjustable at 16 and 18 inches. Nickel-free brass. Michal Negrin is launching a new jewelry collection "True Colors" ,The New Collection has dramatic and glamorous look with an emphasis on bold colors.
The pendant measures 2 inches high and 1 inch wide and the chain length is adjustable.

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In external beam radiation therapy, digitally reconstructed radiographs (DRRs) and portal images are used to verify patient setup based either on a visual comparison or, less frequently, with automated registration algorithms. A registration algorithm can be trapped in local optima due to irregularity of patient anatomy, image noise and artifacts, and/ or out-of-plane shifts, resulting in an incorrect solution. Thus, human observation, which is subjective, is still required to check the registration result. We propose to use a novel image registration quality evaluator (RQE) to automatically identify misregistrations as part of an algorithm-based decision-making process for verification of patient positioning. A RQE, based on an adaptive pattern classifier, is generated from a pair of reference and target images to determine the acceptability of a registration solution given an optimization process. Here we applied our RQE to patient positioning for cranial radiation therapy. We constructed two RQEs—one for the evaluation of intramodal registrations (i.e., portal-portal); the other for intermodal registrations (i.e., portal-DRR). Mutual information, because of its high discriminatory ability compared with other measures (i.e., correlation coefficient and partitioned intensity uniformity), was chosen as the test function for both RQEs. We adopted translation and 1° rotation as the maximal acceptable registration errors, reflecting desirable clinical setup tolerances for cranial radiation therapy. Receiver operating characteristic analysis was used to evaluate the performance of the RQE, including computations of sensitivity and specificity. The RQEs showed very good performance for both intramodal and intermodal registrations using simulated and phantom data. The sensitivity and the specificity were 0.973 and 0.936, respectively, for the intramodal RQE using phantom data. Whereas the sensitivity and the specificity were 0.961 and 0.758, respectively, for the intermodal RQE using phantom data. Phantom experiments also indicated our RQEs detected out-of-plane deviations exceeding and 2.5°. A preliminary retrospective clinical study of the RQE on cranial portal imaging also yielded good sensitivity and specificity . Clinical implementation of a RQE could potentially reduce the involvement of the human observer for routine patient positioning verification, while increasing setup accuracy and reducing setup verification time.


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About This Wine
In California, most vineyards designated as “old vine” grow Zinfandel.
In Spain, many of the venerable vineyards have been growing Garnacha (a.k.a. Grenache) for decades. For the bottling known as “Garnacha de Fuego,” the contributing vines are at least 65 years old, and some have been producing for 20 years longer than that.
Where are these vineyards? They can be found on the hillsides around Calatayud, some 3,000 feet above sea level. The soil is composed primarily of decomposed slate and gravelly clay, and the region receives very little rainfall. Combine the age of the vines with the climate, and it’s easy to understand why the annual yields are extremely low.
That’s not necessarily good for growers, but it’s great news for wine drinkers because low yields equate with concentrated fruit... and expressive wines. Specifically, wines like the 2010 “Garnacha de Fuego,” which is deeply hued, floral in aroma, and brimming with spiced fruit flavor.
Second most widely planted grape in the world. High in alcohol, with strawberry, raspberry, peppery fruit and herb flavors. Often used in blending.
- Grape Composition:100% Garnacha (a.k.a. Grenache)
- Grape Source:Calatayud Region of Spain
- Aromas & Flavors:Violets, Black Cherry and a Hint of Pepper
- Aging Vessels:Assorted Oak Barrels
- When to Drink:Now Through 2015
- Food Pairing Suggestiontapas, or a lightly sprinkled pepper steak.

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While most of us consider the weekend as the time to relax, and unwind after a hard week of work, for actor Preity Zinta, it’s a time to ditch the gym and train outdoors. The hidden motivation comes from her eagerly awaited breakfast of the day—the dosa! She recently posted a video of her cardio workout, running and climbing steps, which she immediately followed up with a picture of her devouring a dosa with all its condiments – sambar, chutney and the potato masala! “All that running was to get to this yummy dosa quickly!” she wrote! Enjoying her breakfast with her mother and husband, one can clearly see the glint in her eye for the humble south Indian pancake. Makes one wonder, is it all only taste, or is the dosa healthy too? Let’s find out!Easy to digest
The dosa has been around for ages, and works wonders for the taste buds. The lesser unknown fact is that it is light on the stomach as well. Since it is fermented, it is easier to assimilate the food in the body and subsequently digest it. It also keeps you full for a longer period of time. The dosa is a versatile dish, which can be had for breakfast, lunch, snack or dinner.
High nutrition metre
Most commonly the dosa is made of rice and lentils, and is a source of carbohydrates and proteins. The carbs will provide the body with energy for its routine functions. If you want a higher level of carbs on a particular day, have the potato masala with the dosa aswell.Proteins:
For vegetarians, deriving protein from the everyday diet is slightly difficult, but the lentils in the saambar and the dosa itself will provide a good amount of protein to the body. To up the protein metre, try to make the dosa with more dals and less rice. The coconut in the chutney can provide healthy fats, proteins, and various vitamins and minerals, but go easy on the chutney when watching calories!
The dosa in itslef is a low-calorie food option since it is not fried. In addition, you can use just a brush of oil or butter, to make it healthier. In fact, it can also be made without any medium, which means lesser fat in your body. It could easily be one of the meals you have when you’re on a diet, since with the condiments, it is a wholesome option. If you want to go lower on the calories, substitute the potato masala with a fresh salad, and the coconut chutney for a yogurt dip. You can even have an uttapa with a carrot and spinach stuffing.

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Get Rid of Your Hayfever!
Thursday, 14 July 2016 | Paul
The smell of freshly cut grass is, for some people is the smell of summer, but for 1 in 5 hay fever sufferers in the UK it is the worst smell ever. It means excessive sneezing, a runny nose and itchy, red eyes which can be highly stressful and make everyday tasks a lot more taxing.
I’ve suffered from hay fever ever since I can remember and every summer I search for new ways of preventing a relieving the symptoms. Getting the itching eyes and blocked nose can be so stressful, and because your stressing this makes it worse, it’s a viscous cycle, but relax and read my top tips for summer.
· Medication. Take your hay fever tablets regularly, even when you think the pollen count is low enough for you to get away with not taking it, or if you feel okay. These tablets are far better at preventing the symptoms than relieving them.
· Sunglasses. When it comes to sunglasses, the bigger the better as these will act as a guard against pollen floating into your eyes, especially when you are walking around.
· Vasaline. This may sound like a weird one, but I find this method better than any nose spray I’ve tried. Put a little Vasaline around your nostrils and (sorry!) up your nose, it doesn’t have to be a lot and you can’t really see it. Like sunglasses, Vasaline prevents pollen getting up your nose and trapping it before it has a chance to affect you.
· Decongestant. When my symptoms are really bad, it almost feels like I’ve got the flu with really sore and achy sinuses. Using a cold or flu remedy will help relieve this, always check the label and with your GP.
· Wash your hair. After being outside, make sure you shower and wash your hair. Pollen easily clings to hair and if you go straight to bed this is bound to irritate you during the night. Also changing your clothes is a good idea.
· Tumble dry. I know this is perfect weather for drying laundry outside but this is a definite No No for hay fever sufferers as this will expose all your clothes and bedding to pollen. Dry clothes indoors if necessary.
· Bedtime. For some, getting a good night’s sleep feels impossible when you have hay fever. Make sure all the windows are closed to prevent pollen blowing in and take drowsy versions of hay fever tablets; these will help you drift off. If you’re worries about getting too hot, use a fan or we have Cooling Pillow or Mattress Toppers which will be more effective than having a window open anyway.
I hope these tips help and hopefully given you at least 1 or 2 more things to try. We have a few select products on our website which are designed for sufferers like you and me, please see our top pick below and enjoy your summer!


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The Alternative Banking working group of Occupy Wall Street (OWS) is meeting this afternoon. Here are some suggestions for the meetng:
Here are a few notes to get us started this afternoon. These are just suggestions for discussion.
First, an introduction. I am a former British diplomat, one of two who resigned over the Iraq war. I was in the foreign service for 15 years. I founded and now run a non-profit diplomatic advisory group, Independent Diplomat, which is headquartered in New York City, where I live with my family (American wife, two twins). Our meeting today will be at Independent Diplomat’s offices.
I started the Alternative Banking group because I believe that we can use the energy, creativity and publicity unleashed by OWS to do something extraordinary. It is clear that the banking system lies at the heart of our current political and economic crisis. Change that system, and we can produce change that spreads beyond the banking system alone. Personally, I no longer believe that we can change the system by asking Washington. My preference is to replace the current system by constructing a better one.
I would therefore suggest that the group focus on concrete and practical steps to take us towards a better system. These might include encouraging the public to “move their money” to better banks today, such as credit unions. But this may not be enough to foster the dramatic and far-reaching change we seek. Instead, we might imagine and then – if we can – construct a better system.
What would be the characteristics of such a system?
– It should be accessible to all equally – in contrast to the dominant banks today which exclude many, above all the poorest and most marginalized;
– it should be democratic – rather than beholden to share-holders and private owners, it should be run by its customers, perhaps as a cooperative;
– it should be robust – its lending and other practices should be designed to limit the violent instability that we have seen in recent years (for instance, by mutualizing all loans and other risks);
– it should promote the other values OWS embodies, including environmental sustainability, social justice and transparency (it might for instance be based on a rule that the highest paid employees are paid no more than, say, eight times the lowest, as Spanish cooperative Mondragon does);
– it should be competitive with the services offered by the mainstream “mega” banks: if we are to have any chance of replacing the current system, rather than being marginal to it, we must imagine and create an alternative that is easy and credible for ordinary people, across the country and perhaps across the world, to use.
In my dream world, I imagine a bank that everyone can use, offers cheaper and better services than profit-seeking banks, and in its very nature encourages profound political change – by showing, rather than telling, a better way to run the economy, promoting values of equality, participation and good stewardship, both towards each other and the environment, but also towards the economy itself – values which are notable by their absence in the dominant banking system today. Credit unions embody many of these characteristics, but they have yet to go “mainstream”. Perhaps we can help make that happen.
Anyway, these are just suggestions. I’m sure everyone will have their own thoughts. I am looking forward to getting to work.

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A recent New York Times article asks readers to consider whether they would take the option of determining for themselves when and where they worked: you could come in early to be home in time to watch your children, or spend part of a week working from home. Maybe you’d opt to cut back on hours for a while to care for a sick family member. What would the consequences be if you took one of these options?
According to Joan Williams, director of the Center for Work-Life Law at the University of California, these policies are quite common on the books, “but informally everyone knows you are penalized for using them.” Williams claims she “invented the term ‘flexibility stigma’ to describe that phenomenon. Recent studies have found that it is alive and well, and it functions quite differently for women than it does for men.”
In the case of female workers, employers may gain a reason to perceive them in the light of motherhood, which can trigger gender discrimination. Mothers are considered less competent and less committed to their careers, she said, citing some major studies on gender stereotypes. But less expected is the fact that men who opt for greater flexibility can be penalized more harshly than female counterparts, simply because they’re perceived as less masculine, and as straying from traditional roles of “fully committed” breadwinners.
Such a perception may partially explain why flexible work options — including telecommuting, shortened work weeks and dividing jobs among employees — has not caught on as quickly as one might expect, despite the fact that more and more employers are offering them. But at the same time employers have reduced alternatives that might enable workers to spend significant periods away from full-time work, such as career breaks or moving in and out of part-time and full-time status. These arrangements can also affect the amount of workers’ compensation and other benefits an employee receives. If you want to appeal a denied L&I claim, contact an employment attorney.
In The Journal of Social Issues, researchers published a recent study on the stigma of workplace flexibility from multiple angles. One issue they analyzed was the consequences of men taking leave after a child was born, where they found that such men ran a higher risk of being penalized and compromised their chances for promotion. When professional women took time off work after having children, they were often re-assigned to less meaningful tasks and positions upon returning. In addition, the researchers examining how the perception of flexible arrangements changed across class lines: wealthier women are often encouraged to stay at home, while less-affluent women are commonly told that they shouldn’t have had children at all.
However, American families are clearly looking for greater workplace flexibility, particularly as traditional gender roles assigned to mothers and fathers erode. The most recent study of the Society for Human Resource Management shows that 34% of human resources offices reported an increase in requests for these arrangements since the previous year.
Currently, about 75% of women are employed in the United States working, which is lower than many countries where 80% or more work outside the home. Researchers estimate that American women’s participation in the workforce would be closer to 82% if they had access to policies found in other countries, such as the right to part-time work.


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221038 - Extremely rare Terracotta African Tutsi pot with lid - Rwanda
Old African Terracotta pot from the Tutsi, Rwanda
Possibly made by a Twa potter.
Beautiful Tutsi pot from Rwanda. The character is anthropomorphic. The style is interesting. Please also note the tones of the coloured pigments. The pottery is in very good condition, without crack. Around 1940.
Just your attention: I reserve the right to ship this item individually, because it is a very fragile item.
Pots were used in rural communities for carrying water, the mass storage of food and milk, cooking food, serving and drinking beer. Built for an entirely functional use the vessels were easily and cheaply made as long as clay was locally available. Sculpted vessels expressing surface design were vehicles for addressing the metaphysical needs of the community. They could be fashioned with representational spirit forms and manipulations, or incised with designs, scribbles and scouring.These pots were often kept in their own confined, custom built spaces where they were tended and consulted for ritualistic purposes. Some were deliberately broken during ritual ceremonies, while some have endured and been maintained for many generations.Currently, some traditions have been abandoned and the practice of making ritualistic vessels no longer exists in many communities.
Another exemplar of this rare type of vase can be seen in the collection of Barbier-Mueller in Geneva.

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Traditions Tracker Rifle Percussion In-line .50 cal Stk #A042
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Dr Hakim Yadi OBE, Chief Executive of the Northern Health Science Alliance comment on North/South mortality divide
Government cannot ignore the fact the North’s population experiences England’s worst health outcomes.
Inequalities in the country are striking – and entrenched –and the research released today by The Universities of York and Manchester show starkly the situation is worsening.
This inequality will not disappear overnight and it needs to be tackled on all fronts from the government’s Life Sciences Industrial Strategy, due to be published in early autumn, which must put the North’s poor health at its heart to succeed to NHS funding in the region that recognises its unique health challenges.
Health cannot be separated from prosperity and the Industrial Strategy must address this by investing more into health research in the North, tackling health inequalities at the root, and also by driving high-skilled jobs into the region.
The £20m government-funded Northern Health Science Alliance’s Health North: Connected Health Cities (CHC) project, is an example of a strategy which works through addressing both health and economic need. It runs four projects across the North, in Yorkshire, the North East and North Cumbria, North West Coast and Manchester, to use health data to improve population health and well-being, while drawing in jobs and investment to the region.
In our recent ‘Health Innovation Breathing Life into the Northern Powerhouse’ report with IPPR North we called for government to aim to commit 20% of its health research budget to the North as ‘catch up capital’ to stop the skewed funding which sees London, Oxford and Cambridge receive a disproportionate amount of the national budget.
The Health Innovation report illustrates a clear link between investment in research and health outcomes with research-active health trusts also seeing lower rates of patient mortality following emergency admissions. This is vital for the North where health outcomes are poorer compared to the South.
If we are to thrive in the North of England we need a workforce that is healthy and a smart strategy which will tackle health and wealth inequalities together.
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Two Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC) Health Hubs have been created in the North


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By Salene Mazur Kraemer, Esq.
James M. Berent, Esq.
The COVID-19 Relief Pennsylvania Statewide Small Business Assistance program aims to provide grants of up to $50,000 to small businesses that have been affected by the pandemic. The grants will be allocated through a series of application windows and are not on a first-come, first-served basis, like the PPP (Paycheck Protection Program) loans were. Ideally this program works for businesses who make less than $1 million and have fewer than 25 full-time employees.
Note: In Pennsylvania, you must work with one of the Commonwealth’s Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFI) to do the application.
How can the funding be used?
The funding will be distributed three ways, through:
- Main Street Business Revitalization Program ($100 million)
- Historically Disadvantaged Business Revitalization Program ($100 million)
- Loan payment deferment and loss reserve ($25 million)
In the form of:
- Grants to cover operating expenses for the span of the shutdown, help with reopening, and technical assistance in stabilizing or relaunching their business
- Debt payment relief for CDFI Pennsylvania borrowers
- Loan loss reserves for CDFIs
With 50% of the grants going to Historically Disadvantaged businesses, who are at least 51% owned and operated by persons that are:
- Native American
- Asian American
- Pacific Islander
With special consideration given to:
- Women-owned businesses
- Communities targeted for business investment by state government programs like Main Street and Elm Street
- Rural communities
- At least 51% of business revenue must be generated in Pennsylvania
- Annual revenue of at least $1 million or less prior to COVID-19
- Have 25 or fewer employees
- Was in operation on February 15, 2020 and paid income taxes to state/federal government
- Has had business severely impacted by pandemic
- Must use grant to cover COVID-19-related costs
- Cannot receive another grant between June 1, 2020 and December 31, 2020.
Items Needed to Apply
Gather the following items to prepare your application:
- Photo ID or passport
- Recent federal tax return (2019 or 2018), revenue from March 1 to May 31 for 2019 and 2020, (for startups) Internal Profit & Loss Statement January 1 to February 15, 2020
- Proof of Business Registration with PA Department of State, including Articles of Incorporation, Fictitious Name Registration/”Doing Business As” or Business License
- Bank account information
CDFIs Serving Pittsburgh
These are the CDFIs serving the Pittsburgh area:
Contact Bernstein-Burkley, P.C.
The Bernstein-Burkley team is fully equipped to discuss your options and the application process regarding CDFI. For more information, call us at (412) 456-8100 or email us at email@example.com.

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EVM Direct is launching the second generation facelifted Atlas Viator in right-hand drive as a first for the Irish and UK market.
Based on the new Iveco Daily 210hp, the new Viator has a more powerful engine, improved driver’s cabin, and exterior design are the key improvements for the company’s flagship model.
The new 3L diesel engine has a total of 210hp, so the mini-coach is more dynamic than ever and powerful enough to be comfortable even in uphill roads.Every model has air suspension, Telma retarder, 8-speed auto box and highly efficient air-conditioning with the power of 18kW and heating system with 12kW of power.
Some important details are improved in the right-hand drive Viator’s exterior: the new front full LED headlights and LED fog lights make the vehicle look more futuristic than ever.
Rear lights are also updated so the bus has new touches from all sides. The interior is improved too, the new redesigned steering wheel gives the driver a quality feel of the brand and some other improvements made for comfort and better user experience.
The first right-hand drive 25-29 seater Viator models are already on the way to Ireland and the UK through distributor EVM Direct.
Technology and features
“The vehicle building process began almost from scratch, only the chassis and engine were borrowed from Iveco Daily, but everything else had to be developed only according to the best and most important features we had in our mind,” says Edvardas Radzevičius, CEO, Altas Auto.
To produce the main frame of the Viator‘s body, Altas used stainless steel, which is purpose made for the automotive industry.
All the exterior components are made from the glassfibre, so the vehicle is corrosion resistant. More than 40 forms from which unique parts are made and used to manufacture a single Altas Viator.
The vehicle body was designed giving attention to noise insulation and weight reduction. A lot of composite plastic materials are used, which are lighter than plywood used by others.
The roof has two wings on each side of the vehicle for a subtle cover for the air-conditioner and connects to the rear spoiler which has an integrated reverse camera and lights.
The side elements of the vehicle are made from glassfibre, except the side luggage flaps, they are aluminium which is also lightweight, and corrosion proof.
A lot of focus was given for rear and side luggage flaps to open easily and the reach of different luggage sections would be easy.
For example, the rear luggage compartment can be reached from the back and the sides so the luggage reach over the compartment would not be complicated.
The luggage compartment at rear is 2.8m³ while on each side there is up to 1m³ luggage space, this is enough space without even including the roof luggage racks inside the vehicle.
The Viator has an optimal length of 8.5 metres and the GVW is 7,200kg. As a result of regulations for this class of vehicles, the length could not be any longer as a longer vehicle means more weight, so the designers put a lot of effort to provide the mini-coach as much spaciousness as possible while keeping the weight up to safe and legal limits.
The engineers and designers paid close attention to strictly meet the road-legal passenger vehicles regulations.
Altas engineers put a lot of effort to make the driver’s position comfortable, and ergonomic.
The control units are designed to be easily reachable and have a convenient layout of the buttons and other control modules.
The driver’s seat has an air suspension which reduces the vibrations during the journey.
The combustion control unit (CAN open interface) is the most important electrical control unit in the vehicle. The driver can see the most important information on the screen of the control unit. Even the lock status of separate luggage compartments is shown.
Also, the windscreen of the vehicle is as big as possible to increase the visibility of the driver and the rear parking sensors are available for maximum driving comfort.
The convenient layout of electric installations allows the driver the opportunity to have all the controls in one place so the operations are easy to master.
In the passenger saloon, all the detail and form do not have any sharp edges or questionable design issues.
Luggage rack and interior design was developed bearing in mind the light distribution inside the vehicle. The roof is light-coloured plastic to reflect the light from the light modules.
This solution was designed to diffuse the light in the interior to prevent passengers been dazzling from the lighting.
Altas engineers designed the rear door to be wide enough so it could fit individuals with wheelchairs using the special lift to fulfil PSVAR requirements.
It operates via the rear emergency door on the left-hand side.
For driver and passengers’ comfort a refrigerator is available as an option with a volume of 80 litres, installed in front of the vehicle.
Wi-Fi and USB sockets are available inside the saloon.
As the Viator is a high-end flagship mini-coach it equipped with monitor and DVD and natural leather seats with various colouring and material options to choose from.


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Definition, Description, Causes and symptoms, Diagnosis, Treatment, Alternative treatment, Prognosis, Prevention
Hemorrhoids are enlarged veins in the anus or lower rectum. They often go unnoticed and usually clear up after a few days, but can cause long-lasting discomfort, bleeding and be excruciatingly painful. Effective medical treatments are available, however.
Hemorrhoids (also called piles) can be divided into two kinds, internal and external. Internal hemorrhoids lie inside the anus or lower rectum, beneath the anal or rectal lining. External hemorrhoids lie outside the anal opening. Both kinds can be present at the same time.
Hemorrhoids are a very common medical complaint. More than 75% of Americans have hemorrhoids at some point in their lives, typically after age 30. Pregnant women often develop hemorrhoids, but the condition usually clears up after childbirth. Men are more likely than women to suffer from hemorrhoids that require professional medical treatment.
Causes and symptoms
Precisely why hemorrhoids develop is unknown. Researchers have identified a number of reasons to explain hemorrhoidal swelling, including the simple fact that people's upright posture places a lot of pressure on the anal and rectal veins. Aging, obesity, pregnancy, chronic constipation or diarrhea, excessive use of enemas or laxatives, straining during bowel movements, and spending too much time on the toilet are considered contributing factors. Heredity may also play a part in some cases. There is no reason to believe that hemorrhoids are caused by jobs requiring, for instance, heavy lifting or long hours of sitting, although activities of that kind may make existing hemorrhoids worse.
The commonest symptom of internal hemorrhoids is bright red blood in the toilet bowl or on one's feces or toilet paper. When hemorrhoids remain inside the anus they are almost never painful, but they can prolapse (protrude outside the anus) and become irritated and sore. Sometimes, prolapsed hemorrhoids move back into the anal canal on their own or can be pushed back in, but at
other times they remain permanently outside the anus until treated by a doctor.
Small external hemorrhoids usually do not produce symptoms. Larger ones, however, can be painful and interfere with cleaning the anal area after a bowel movement. When, as sometimes happens, a blood clot forms in an external hemorrhoid (creating what is called a thrombosed hemorrhoid), the skin around the anus becomes inflamed and a very painful lump develops. On rare occasions the clot will begin to bleed after a few days and leave blood on the underwear. A thrombosed hemorrhoid will not cause an embolism.
Diagnosis begins with a visual examination of the anus, followed by an internal examination during which the doctor carefully inserts a gloved and lubricated finger into the anus. The doctor may also use an anoscope, a small tube that allows him or her to see into the anal canal. Under some circumstances the doctor may wish to check for other problems by using a sigmoidoscope or colonoscope, a flexible instrument that allows inspection of the lower colon (in the case of the sigmoidoscope) or the entire colon (in the case of the colonoscope).
Hemorrhoids can often be effectively dealt with by dietary and lifestyle changes. Softening the feces and avoiding constipation by adding fiber to one's diet is important, because hard feces lead to straining during defecation. Fruit, leafy vegetables, and whole-grain breads and cereals are good sources of fiber, as are bulk laxatives and fiber supplements such as Metamucil or Citrucel. Exercising, losing excess weight, and drinking six to eight glasses a day of water or another liquid (not alcohol) also helps.
Soap or toilet paper that is perfumed may irritate the anal area and should be avoided, as should excessive cleaning, rubbing, or wiping of that area. Reading in the bathroom is also considered a bad idea, because it adds to the time one spends on the toilet and may increase the strain placed on the anal and rectal veins. After each bowel movement, wiping with a moistened tissue or pad sold for that purpose helps lessen irritation. Hemorrhoid pain is often eased by sitting in a tub of warm water for about 10 or 15 minutes two to four times a day (sitz bath). A cool compress or ice pack to reduce swelling is also recommended (the ice pack should be wrapped in a cloth or towel to prevent direct contact with the skin). Many people find that over-the-counter hemorrhoid creams and foams bring relief, but these medications do not make hemorrhoids disappear.
When painful hemorrhoids do not respond to home-based remedies, professional medical treatment is necessary. The choice of treatment depends on the type of hemorrhoid, what medical equipment is available, and other considerations.
Rubber band ligation is probably the most widely used of the many treatments for internal hemorrhoids (and the least costly for the patient). This procedure is performed in the office of a family doctor or specialist, or in a hospital on an outpatient basis. An applicator is used to place one or two small rubber bands around the base of the hemorrhoid, cutting off its blood supply. After three to 10 days the bands, the hemorrhoid falls off, leaving a sore that heals in a week or two. Because internal hemorrhoids are located in a part of the anus that does not sense pain, anesthetic is unnecessary and the procedure is painless in most cases. Although there can be minor discomfort and bleeding for a few days after the bands are applied, complications are rare and most people are soon able to return to work and other activities. If more than one hemorrhoid exists or if banding is not entirely effective the first time (as occasionally happens), the procedure may need to be repeated a few weeks later. After five years, 15–20% of patients experience a recurrence of internal hemorrhoids, but in most cases all that is needed is another banding.
External hemorrhoids, and some prolapsed internal hemorrhoids, are removed by conventional surgery in a hospital. Depending on the circumstances, this requires a local, regional, or general anesthetic. Surgery does cause a fair amount of discomfort, but an overnight hospital stay is usually not necessary. Full healing takes two to four weeks, but most people are able to resume normal activities at the end of a week. Hemorrhoids rarely return after surgery.
Like mainstream practitioners, alternative practitioners stress the importance of a high-fiber diet. To prevent hemorrhoids by strengthening the veins of the anus, rectum, and colon, they recommend blackberries, blueberries, cherries, vitamin C, butcher's broom (Ruscus aculeatus), and flavonoids (plant pigments found in fruit and fruit products, tea, and soy). Herbal teas, ointments, and suppositories, and other kinds of herbal preparations, are suggested for reducing discomfort and eliminating hemorrhoids. In particular, pilewort (Ranunculusficaria), applied in an ointment or taken as a tea, can reduce the pain of external hemorrhoids. Acupuncture, acupressure, aromatherapy, and homeopathy are also used to treat hemorrhoids.
Hemorrhoids do not cause cancer and are rarely dangerous or life threatening. Most clear up after a few days without professional medical treatment. However, because colorectal cancer and other digestive system diseases can cause anal bleeding and other hemorrhoid-like symptoms, people should always consult a doctor when those symptoms occur.
A high-fiber diet and the other lifestyle changes recommended for coping with existing hemorrhoids also help to prevent hemorrhoids. Not straining during bowel movements is essential.
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Why did they inherit GBs "new releases" design =( Gamespots old design was the best one out there I knew of (and one of the only reasons I visited their site). The GB design is just terrible for actually looking up what's coming out when.
@mx: There's quite a major difference in traffic between games that run gameplay through servers (especially in the case of MMOs where hundreds or more participants can be interacting) and games that doesn't. Comparing this to an MMO is just ludicrous. Comparing it to stuff like Diablo and Sim City (as already done) makes more sense, but even then those games were still heavily monitoring and saving to the cloud as you went along. A more apt comparison is something like CoD, and even though they also have some launch days woes, it's usually not close to this.


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In April 2017, Unity Convoy took the largest ever ambulance convoy to Syria. Initial findings of data from ground indicate approximately 8,500 patients were served in a period of 6 months through 50 of the ambulances sent in 2017. In 2018, and 2019 Unity Convoy set out again with the aim of providing emergency response vehicles and medical aid inside Syria. It was another success with thousands of people being served with essential and sometimes critical medical aid.
The scale of the humanitarian crisis has forced volunteers & charities to come together again and address the dire need for ambulances and supporting the most needy across the country.
Unity Convoy 2022
The elected lead charity for the Unity Convoy is Hand in Hand for Aid & Development, who will be facilitating the handover of ambulances into Syria.
The convoy of ambulances will be departing from the UK in December 2022, travelling by road through Europe and heading for the Bulgarian border with Turkey. To complete the final leg of the convoy, the ambulances will be handed over to the Syrian partners of the consortium, who will deliver and distribute the ambulances inside Syria.
Unity Convoy will also be supporting hospitals across Syria that provide essential medical care for the patients we hope to serve.
If your charity would like to join Unity Convoy, please click here.
Want to donate towards an ambulance, or set up a fundraising page? Click here
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