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Drain Energy and Add Extra Pounds
2. New Hope for Late Stage Cancer Patients
3. Muscle Cramps and the Need for Electrolytes
4. Addressing Your Neuropathy, What Can You Do?
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10 Popular Foods that
Drain Energy and Add Extra Pounds
Eating too many processed foods high in sugar and refined carbohydrates is a key reason why many people are lacking in energy and gaining weight
Among the 10 energy-draining foods to avoid are bagels, muffins, cereal, soda, fruit smoothies and fruit juice, sweetened yogurt, potato chips, and sandwiches
Lack of energy and weight gain are often related to certain lifestyle choices, such as not enough healthy food, too much processed foods and sugar, and not enough exercise and sleep, plus an overload of stress
To lose weight and increase energy levels, most people need to reduce their intake of carbohydrates from grains and sugars while increasing their intake of healthful fats
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New Hope for Late Stage
Oncologists in Turkey who aren’t under the same U.S. restrictions, are using a stacked ketogenic treatment protocol that is showing shocking remissions in many stage 4 cancer patients.
By using metabolic support strategies such as ketogenic diet and fasting, a minimal dose of chemotherapy can be used, thereby eliminating many of the side effects and risks of treatment while actually improving outcomes.
Stage 4 pancreatic cancer patients have a life expectancy of six months. Yet metabolically supported chemotherapy was able to induce complete remission even in patients with this advanced stage disease.
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Supported Therapies for the Improvement of Cancer Treatment
Another Success Story
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Floats She explains the treatments in her story.
And another article Vitamin C May Be a Potent Adjunct to Cancer Treatment
Research shows vitamin C is selectively cytotoxic to cancer cells when administered intravenously in high doses, and has a number of heart and cardiovascular benefits.
When given intravenously at high doses, vitamin C produces a pro-oxidant effect, thereby generating hydrogen peroxide, which is ultimately what kills the cancer cells
Normal tissues are not harmed by the high levels of hydrogen peroxide generated because healthy cells have several ways of effectively removing it, thereby preventing buildup to toxic levels. Cancer cells lack this ability
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C & Cancer
Muscle Cramps and the
Need for Electrolytes
Leg Cramps You know the kind. They wake you up and are excruciatingly painful.
Defining this cramp is easy, it is nothing more than a short involuntary contraction of a muscle. One of your muscles decides to flex and stays that way, without your permission.
What causes leg cramps and what to do about it?
It is a little more difficult to say what causes this exactly. Low levels of certain minerals known as electrolytes - magnesium, potassium, calcium and sodium - have long been linked to leg cramps. Certain drugs, such as diuretics (water pills) for the heart and your high blood pressure, have been cited as the culprit. If the kidneys aren't working properly, it can also lead to this problem.
Vitamin E seems to be one of those therapies that help people. Toxins, including renegade molecules known as free radicals which damage healthy molecules by stealing electrons to balance themselves, are left behind to irritate the muscles. Just as Vitamin E soaks up free radicals linked to heart disease, etc., it can also attack those causing leg cramps. (get more info on Free Radicals and Antioxidants). In many trials, the use of Vitamin 400 IU daily, handled these cramps.
Electrolytes - magnesium, potassium, calcium and sodium - are some of the most important and most well known nutrients in the fight against cramping.
But, did you know that you are most likely to run out of magnesium before any other electrolyte? Most people do not eat enough foods containing magnesium (such as green leafy vegetables, nuts, figs, and pumpkin seeds).
Also, certain medications flush magnesium out of your system. Medications used to treat heart disease and high blood pressure are examples of this type of medication.
Magnesium is needed by the cells to allow potassium and calcium to move in and out when needed for the muscle to do its job. Without adequate levels of any of these nutrients, the muscle becomes irritable. Both potassium and calcium are needed and the body usually has enough of these two electrolytes, but if the body doesn't have magnesium, it can't use the other two.
Magnesium is a powerful relaxant for the muscles and this mineral is the preferred treatment for stopping premature labor contractions and a dangerous condition called preeclampsia which causes extreme swelling and high blood pressure in pregnant women. However, please note that pregnant women, under a medical doctor's care, should not take any supplement without first discussing it with him/he due to different reactions with drugs.
Caution: If you have kidney problems, taking magnesium supplements may make you accumulate the mineral too quickly, which could be toxic. If you have kidney or heart problems, you should check with your doctor
Some people who take magnesium supplements can get relief from leg cramps right away, but a long-standing deficiency can take weeks to overcome with supplements.
Calcium itself may not have much benefit for leg cramps, but calcium helps the magnesium absorption. Taking skim milk with magnesium tablets will help.
Electrolytes including Potassium
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Dr. Berg’s Electrolyte Powder is the perfect combination of electrically conducting minerals and trace minerals. Electrolytes when dissolved in water create charged elements ready to hydrate the body cells and energize the body. These active minerals assist in nerve conduction as well as muscle contraction and relaxation.
You can learn more about this supplement at Dr. Berg's Electolytes. This page includes 4 educational videos about electrolytes and their need for your health.
Electrolyes: Rehydrate & Rejuvenate! as well as Energize & Recharge Your Cells!
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Addressing Your Neuropathy, What Can You Do?
What can you do to address the symptoms of neuropathy.
1. Control your Blood Sugars if you are diabetic – it is the high blood sugar that creates nerve damage.
2. Find out what the Cause of Your Neuropathy is – and make sure you eliminate the cause.
If you got neuropathy from trauma, it isn’t a problem unless someone is beating you up every week, but there are many causes, and you need to find out what created your neuropathy and eliminate the cause.
Don’t eat things that include artificial sweeteners or MSG (watch for the names this ingredient may be hidden – see other names for MSG)
It can be toxins to avoid, or medications such as statins or blood pressure medications with a possible side effect of neuropathy. Talk to your doctor about changing the medication. Or you can find a natural solution for High Cholesterol. See article on Cholesterol
Not sure what caused your Neuropathy – go to Causes and Risk Factors for Neuropathy; and see if it can be spotted.
Idiopathic Neuropathy just means someone hasn’t found out yet. There is always a cause and it might even be more than one cause. The combination of risk factors can create the problem that you are now feeling.
If you have neuropathy, I'd check all the possible reasons and contributors to neuropathy, and stay away. You don't want anything that might contribute to your neuropathy
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The individual systems discussed include VMS, AIS, VTS, LRIT, several special reporting regimes, GMDSS and SSAS. For each it is discussed what information is transmitted, when and to whom.
Considering integration, it is concluded that VMS is relatively far advanced in operational data sharing between countries, but at the same time quite restricted in any sharing outside the fisheries sector. National and regional sharing of AIS data is developing fast, and Europe-wide sharing of vessel traffic data is progressing under SafeSeaNet based on the Community VTMIS directive of 20022. Concerning integration and cooperation between surveillance systems and authorities in the southern EU countries in the framework of border security, the picture varies widely between almost non-existent cooperation in some countries, via different authorities using the same surveillance system, to relatively advanced integrated systems to which several authorities contribute. All countries have plans to start or further develop the integration.
The annexes summarise detailed information on the maritime surveillance systems in use for vessel traffic management in the entire EEA, and for maritime border control in the southern EU countries.


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Hey! For those of you who don't know why, don't worry! An official project will be launched in October or something hopefully, a collab between and me and I'm still wondering if I'm dreaming...
Well anyways, I'm the character and plot designer so your inboxes will be spammed soon with concept arts.
About the art
Rukia's love for bunnies (chappy) and Fionna's bunny characteristics relate to each other and I decided to make her the main character in this series. All of the concept arts will be done in Paint Tool Sai and sketched traditionally for some as a guideline. This is my first concept art for this series posted!
That's all! Please enjoy and tell me if you;re excited LOL third rukia expression derp XD
By the way you are UNDERAGE to be ON this site. Sorry if I'm being direct towards you, but I'm warning you to get off before you get hurt.
Lior's mother, you should have read the rules more carefully before you allowed your five year old to make a deviantART. this site is not safe for young girls with minds like hers. You should restrict her until she turns thirteen. A lot of bad things are posted on this site and are not marked with a mature content tag. I'm warning you now.
Very creative. I like how you kept Rukia's character design, but added in some Adventure Time expression design like the faces on the left. And the rabbit-related joke between Rukia and Fionna's hat is clever.
Yes, rukia's got that exotic beauty. To me she seems like her dad could be american and mom could be japanese or something! she's got these blue eyes! aw its just like ichigo! mommy is totally american XD

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In this article, we discuss new knowledge related to managing gender bias in the context of women in leadership. The research explored how women on corporate boards cope with gender bias. Researchers Tajfel and Turner’s social identity theory to explain intergroup discrimination and Eagly and Karau’s role congruity theory of prejudice to explain the exclusion of women from corporate boards provided the conceptual lens of the study. Interviews with six women on corporate boards from Canada, journaling, and analysis of physical artifacts related to women were the data sources. Seven themes emerged in the data related to gender bias and experiences of the women using Yin’s five phases of analysis. The themes occur at the individual, organizational, and societal levels. This article is to set the foundation as to how women can transform themselves from within, skills needed, techniques to use, and effective preparation to manage the bias.
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Arq. Neuro-Psiquiatr. vol.67 no.3b São Paulo Sept. 2009
The effect of functional limitations and fatigue on the quality of life in people with multiple sclerosis
O efeito das limitações funcionais e da fadiga na qualidade de vida de indivíduos com esclerose múltipla
Leandro Alberto Calazans NogueiraI; Felipe Resende NóbregaII; Kátia Nogueira LopesIII; Luiz Claudio Santos ThulerIV; Regina Maria Papais AlvarengaV
IPhysiotherapist, MSc of Gaffrée e Guinle Universitary Hospital; Neurology Department - UNIRIO, Physical Therapy Department of Gama Filho University, Rio de Janeiro RJ, Brazil
IIPhysiotherapist, MSc of Gaffrée e Guinle Universitary Hospital, Physical Therapy Department of Celso Lisboa University, Rio de Janeiro RJ, Brazil
IIIPhysiotherapist, MSc of Gaffrée e Guinle Universitary Hospital, Neurology Department - UNIRIO, Rio de Janeiro RJ, Brazil
IVPhD, Neurology Department - UNIRIO, Rio de Janeiro RJ, Brazil, Neurology Graduation Program Professor - UNIRIO, Rio de Janeiro RJ, Brazil
VPhD, Neurology Department - UNIRIO, Neurology Graduation Program Coordinator - UNIRIO, Rio de Janeiro RJ, Brazil
The purpose of this study was to determine the effect of functional limitations and fatigue on the quality of life (QoL) in people with multiple sclerosis (MS). A descriptive case series study at Lagoa Hospital - Rio de Janeiro, Brazil was carried. The main outcome measurements were demographic variables, QoL (SF-36 v.1), disability (EDSS), motor function of the upper limb (Box & Blocks test), Tone (Modified Ashworth Scale), gait (Hauser ambulatory index) and fatigue (Fatigue Severity Scale). Sixty one patients fulfilled the study criteria. The mean age of patients was 39 years and 74% of patients were female. The most of cases presented mild disability (EDSS<3.5). A decrease was found in all domains of QoL. It was found association between physical functioning and the variables of EDSS, fatigue, lower limb tone and gait. Gait, disability, hypertonia of the lower limbs and fatigue negatively affected QoL in people with MS.
Key words: multiple sclerosis, quality of life, physically disable, gait.
O objetivo do estudo foi determinar o efeito das limitações funcionais e da fadiga na qualidade de vida (qv) de indivíduos com esclerose múltipla (em). foi conduzido um estudo descritivo de série de casos no Hospital da Lagoa - Rio de Janeiro, Brasil. As principais medidas utilizadas foram as variáveis demográficas, QV (SF-36 v.1), incapacidade (EDSS), função motora da extremidade superior (Teste da Caixa e Blocos), Tônus (Escala Modificada de Ashworth), marcha (Índice Ambulatorial de Hauser) e fadiga (Escala de Severidade de Fadiga). Sessenta e um pacientes preencheram os critérios do estudo. A média de idade foi de 39 anos e 74% dos pacientes eram do gênero feminino. A maioria dos casos apresentou incapacidade leve (EDSS<3,5). Foi encontrada uma diminuição em todas dimensões da QV. Foi observada uma associação entre a função física e as variáveis EDSS, fadiga, tônus dos membros inferiores e marcha. Marcha, incapacidade, hipertonia dos membros inferiores e fadiga afetam negativamente a QV de indivíduos com EM.
Palavras-chave: esclerose múltipla, qualidade de vida, incapacidade física, marcha.
Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a demyelinating disease that affects the central nervous system. The disease generally affects young adults in the productive phase of their professional life and is considered an incapacitating disease1. Patients with MS are frequently affected by abnormalities in gait and motor signs that affect their quality of life (QoL)2. Various authors have clearly shown a decrease in the QoL of patients with MS compared to control groups3,4. The SF-36 scale has been widely used in QoL studies carried out in MS patients2,5-10.
Among the factors that affect the QoL of the individual with MS are fatigue6,11, depression7,11,12, anxiety12, impaired physical and cognitive function, and disease progression2. Fatigue, disability and decreased sleep quality have a negative effect on the physical appearance of the patient11. Using the SF-36, Forbes et al.13 found that fatigue, pain, depression and employability all have a negative effect on QoL. In 90% of the patients in Brazil, the clinical course of MS is relapsing-remitting (RR). In a cohort of 467 MSRR patients, following a mean duration of the disease of 7.5 years, functional systems were affected in the following proportions: pyramidal 61%, cerebellar 26%, brainstem 18%, sensorial 40%, bowel and bladder 29%, visual 27% and mental 14%14.
Bearing in mind the high prevalence of the relapsing-remitting form of MS and the high rate at which the pyramidal motor system is affected, this study was carried out to evaluate the effect of functional limitations and fatigue on the QoL in people with MS.
Data collection procedures
A descriptive, observational study was carried out at the Hospital da Lagoa in the city of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil between March and June 2006 in a convenience sample that included all the patients with MS who were seen during that period. The variables evaluated were: age, gender, time of the disease in years, education level, monthly income, profession, dominant limb, quality of life, gait, upper and lower limb tone, fatigue and upper limb function. All participants signed an informed consent form prior to admission to the study. The study was approved by the Internal Review Board of the Gaffrée and Guinle Teaching Hospital, and the recommendations of the National Counsel of Ethics in Research (CONEP) were strictly adhered to throughout the trial.
Characteristics of the study sample
Inclusion criteria consisted of: a diagnosis of MS according to the criteria established by McDonald et al.15 and confirmation that the patient had the relapsing-remitting form of MS16. Exclusion criteria comprised: patients with other forms of idiopathic demyelinating disease, patients currently undergoing an MS attack, and patients with another associated neurological disease or with impaired cognitive function preventing him/her from completing the scales. A total of 61 patients who met all the inclusion criteria were evaluated in this study.
Main outcome measures
The instruments used in the evaluation were: the Medical Outcome Study Short Form-36, version 1 (SF-36 v1) consisting of 36 closed questions divided into 8 domains, which served as a measure of health-related quality of life17. The questionnaire was validated for use in the Portuguese language by Ciconelli et al.18.
Evaluation of the Expanded Disability Status Scale (EDSS) was performed by a team of physicians trained in its quantification. The physiotherapist was blinded to the results.
The Box and Block Test evaluates manual dexterity for the assessment of upper limb function. The test consists of a box of 53.7 cm in length with a dividing partition extending above the edges of the box, separating it into two equal-sized compartments. The 150 blocks each measure 2.5 × 2.5 × 2.5 cm. The individual is instructed to transfer as many blocks as possible from one compartment of the box to the other within a period of 60 seconds. The test should be carried out using one hand at a time. The standard score is 60 blocks19.
The Fatigue Severity Scale is a self-applicable questionnaire composed of 9 statements regarding the presence of fatigue over the past two weeks. For each statement, the patient being examined is instructed to give a grade ranging from 1 to 7, 7 corresponding to maximum agreement. The total score ranges from 9 to 63, a score >28 being considered as indicative of the presence of fatigue20.
The Modified Ashworth Scale of Spasticity evaluates the resistance felt to passive movement. The scale is classified as: 0, 1, 1+, 2, 3 or 4, 4 representing greater hypertonia. Scores of 0, 1 and 1+ were considered clinically insignificant21.
The Hauser Ambulatory Index evaluates gait. This index was used to assess the time and effort used by the patient to walk 25 feet (8 meters). The scale ranges from 0 to 9, 0 being the best score22.
Data analysis was carried out using the following software programs: EpiInfo, version 3.3.2, and SPSS, version 12 for Windows. The results are presented as proportions, measures of central trends such as means, medians and standard deviations, and measures of association such as the odds ratio (OR) with its respective 95% confidence intervals (95%CI). Spearman's rank correlation was performed for all the variables analyzed. Values between 0 and 0.19 were classified as very weak correlation, 0.20 to 0.39 weak correlation, 0.40 to 0.59 moderate correlation, 0.60 to 0.79 strong correlation, while 0.80 to 1 were scores indicative of very strong correlation. The statistical significance of the differences observed between the dichotomous variables was analyzed using the chi-squared test or Fisher's exact test, as appropriate. Significance level was established at 5% (p<0.05).
Quality of life scores were analyzed using the QualityMetric software program17.
To calculate the OR, the variables of age and duration of the disease were dichotomized according to median values. QoL was dichotomized into scores <50 or >50 in accordance with the recommendations of the SF-36 manual, QoL scores<50 being considered as an indication that QoL was affected. EDSS was dichotomized into mild (<3.5) or moderate/severe ( >3.5). With respect to upper limb function, the cut-off point was 60 blocks, values below 60 being classified as abnormal. With respect to fatigue, scores >28 were considered indicative of the presence of this symptom as Lebre et al.23 study. Tone was classified as clinically increased when scores were >2, while gait was considered not to be significantly affected when scores were between 0 and 3.
The degree of disability was classified according to the definitions established by Pfennings et al.5, who considered an EDSS score of 0-3.5 as mild, 4.0-6.5 as moderate and 7-10 as severe.
The mean age of patients in this study was 39 years (SD±11.06) and 74% of patients were female. The mean duration of the disease from diagnosis until this evaluation was 8.4 years. With respect to education level, 48% of patients had completed secondary school, while 41% had graduated from university. The demographic data of the patients are summarized in Table 1. With respect to functional abnormalities, the majority of patients had mild disability (EDSS<3.5) and 22 patients (36%) had a score of 0 in the evaluation of motor function. In fifteen patients (24.6%), evolution of the disease was considered benign, as defined by >10 years of duration of the disease and EDSS <3.
A decrease was found in all domains of QoL. In the physical and mental components, the mean was below the reference values (41.84 and 40.05, respectively). The most affected domain was that of physical functioning followed by the role limitations - physical, whereas the least affected was general health. The mean values and standard deviations of all the domains are shown in Table 2 and the values of the quartiles, medians and upper and lower limits are shown in Figure.
After classification of physical functioning in the QoL evaluation into good (score >50) or poor (<50) in accordance with the reference values17, the associations of this domain, which was the domain that was most affected, were tested with the different scales of functional limitations, with fatigue and with the demographic data. The results are described in Table 3 and listed in accordance with significance level. Statistically significant values were found for the association of physical functioning with the variables of EDSS (OR=10.11; 95% CI [1.85-72.76]; p<0.01), fatigue (OR=4.83; 95% CI [1.32-18.52]; p<0.01), lower limb tone (OR=4.20; 95% CI [1.05-17.71]; p=0.02) and gait (OR=4.53; 95% CI [1.00-23.36]; p=0.02).
In the analysis of correlation, moderate correlation was found between physical functioning in the QoL assessment and evaluation of vision, gait and fatigue. The other statistically significant correlations, albeit considered weak, are shown in Table 4 and listed in accordance with the strength of the correlations.
The demographic analysis of this series shows that individuals with MS in Rio de Janeiro have demographic characteristics similar to those described in other regions of Brazil23-27 and in the rest of the world2,7,8,10,28,29. From a clinical perspective, the value of EDSS measured after a mean duration of 8.4 years of the disease indicated mild disability in the majority of cases like Ferreira et al.25. Similar findings have been described in studies on QoL carried out in Germany by Merkelbach, Sittinger and Koenig6, in Holland by Janssens et al.8, in the United States by Pittock et al.9 and in Brazil by Morales et al.26.
In all patients evaluated in this study, the onset of the disease was in the relapsing-remitting form and only 9 (15%) had secondary progression, less than reported by Ferreira et al.25 (23.7%). The benign form of the disease was identified in 20% of cases. No correlation was found between duration of the disease and QoL as Morales et al.26 reported previously. A study comparing the different forms of evolution of MS found that the more chronic and progressive the course of the disease, the lower the values found in the SF-36 scale6. Other studies have confirmed this observation5,7,28; however, this finding may be attributable to the form of evolution and not necessarily to the duration of the disease.
General health was the least affected domain, with scores approaching the cut-off point. No correlation was established between the vitality domain and any of the variables evaluated. Mean duration of the disease <10 years and the mild disability found in around two-thirds of cases justifies this result. Studies carried out by Janssens et al.8 and Delgado-Mendilívar et al.2 reported a decrease in the general health and vitality domains in series of patients who also had mild disability.
The results of this study confirm that fatigue, increased lower limb tone, poor gait and greater disability are independent factors that negatively affect the QoL in people with MS.
The rate of 69% of fatigue among patients with MS in Rio de Janeiro is in agreement with data reported in the scientific literature, which ranges from 50 to 96%23,29. These results show that fatigue is an important factor to be considered in the treatment of the patient with MS. Miller et al.27 found no difference between the degree of severity of fatigue and the classification of disability. Individuals with MS refer to the presence of fatigue regardless of the stage and duration of the disease. This symptom is associated with the symphathetic nervous system dysfunction23. Pittion-Vouyovitch et al.29 reported a high correlation between fatigue and a decrease in all the QoL domains in 237 patients with MS and mild or moderate disability (EDSS<7). Merkelbach, Sittinger and Koenig6 reported a correlation between fatigue and lower scores in the Physical and Mental Components of QoL, which is also in agreement with the results reported here.
Physical functioning was the most affected domain among the patients of the present study as the Morales et al.26 study. Visual disability was the variable most strongly correlated with this domain followed by gait and fatigue. This result is in agreement with the findings of Delgado-Mendilívar et al.2, who reported a large percentage of patients in whom vision and gait were affected and who had low scores in the Physical Functioning domain.
A negative correlation was found between disability and the physical functioning domain in the SF-36 scale, i.e. the more severe the disability, the greater the extent to which the Physical Functioning domain was affected. The scoring system of the Kurtzke EDSS scale considers gait to be impaired when the score is >4. Progression of the disease affects independent gait, a characteristic of the evolution of MS. Patti et al.7 and Merkelbach, Sittinger and Koenig6 reported a correlation between disability and all the SF-36 domains with the exception of mental health. They also found a greater correlation with the physical functioning domain in agreement with the findings of the present study and with those presented by Pittock et al.9.
Despite the strong correlation between physical functioning and disability, the correlations between the EDSS scores and the QoL scores found for the other domains were very weak or failed to show statistical significance. Patti et al.7 suggested that the EDSS may not constitute a valid instrument for the detection of changes in the QoL of MS patients.
Upper limb function was not associated or correlated with QoL. Clinically increased muscle tone in the lower limbs was associated with a reduction in QoL in the physical functioning domain. Spastic hypertonia is one of the neurological signs of pyramidal syndrome, the most common manifestation of MS.
QoL in MS is related to physical aspects, which are reflected in functional and/or social limitations. In the rehabilitation of patients, physical management is essential for an improvement in QoL. Treatment protocols should give emphasis to lower limb function, particularly gait training. Treatment of fatigue, the only variable studied that negatively affected both the physical and mental components of the SF-36 scale, is equally important and directly related. Studies involving physical activity to improve the QoL of patients with MS have been carried out with good results7,30.
Few studies use the norm-based score recommended in the SF-36 manual17; therefore, comparison of the statistical analysis of the odds ratios was limited to the study carried out by Pittock et al.9. Other investigators have used percentage descriptions, limiting comparisons of the results of this study to those observed in other series.
Another possible limitation of the study was the difficulty in determining the duration of the disease, since the initial symptoms are variable and often regress spontaneously, which probably hinders diagnosis.
Since analyzing depression and employability was not within the objectives of this study, the effect of these variables on QoL was not evaluated. Patti et al.7, Morales et al.26 and Miller and Dishon10 have already shown the effect of these factors on the QoL of MS patients.
In MS patients, a decrease in QoL was found in all domains, principally in the physical functioning and role limitations - physical, the domains in which the lowest scores were found. Gait, disability, hypertonia of the lower limbs and fatigue negatively affected QoL. Fatigue was the only variable evaluated that negatively affected both the physical and the mental components of the QoL irrespective of the duration of the disease or the degree of disability. Treatments that give emphasis to physical functioning, gait and fatigue should be considered in order to improve the QoL in people with MS.
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2. Delgado-Mendilívar JM, Cadenas-Diaz JC, Fernandez-Torrico JM, Navarro-Mascarell G, Izquierdo G. Estudio de la calidad de vida en la esclerosis múltiple. Rev Neurol 2005;41:257-262. [ Links ]
3. Nortvedt MW, Riise T, Myhr KM, Nyland HI. Quality of life in multiple sclerosis: measuring the disease effects more broadly. Neurology 1999;53:1098-1103. [ Links ]
4. McCabe MP, Mckern S. Quality of life and multiple sclerosis: comparison between people with multiple sclerosis and people from the general population. J Clin Psychol Med Settings 2002;9:287-295. [ Links ]
5. Pfennings L, Cohen L, Ader H, et al. Exploring differences between subgroups of multiple sclerosis patients in health-related quality of life. J Neurol 1999;246:587-591. [ Links ]
6. Merkelbach, Sittinger, Koenig. Is there a differential impact of fatigue and physical disability on quality of life in multiple sclerosis? J Nerv Ment Dis 2002;190:388-393. [ Links ]
7. Patti F, Cacopardo M, Palermo F, et al. Health-related quality of life and depression in an Italian sample of multiple sclerosis patients. J Neurol Sci 2003;211:55-62. [ Links ]
8. Janssens AC, van Doom PA, de Boer JB, van der Meche FG, Passchier J, Hintzen RQ. Impact of recently diagnosed multiple sclerosis on quality of life, anxiety, depression and distress of patients and partners. Acta Neurol Scand 2003;108:389-395. [ Links ]
9. Pittock SJ, Mayr WT, McClelland RL, et al. Quality of life is favorable for most patients with multiple sclerosis. Arch Neurol 2004;61:679-686. [ Links ]
10. Miller A, Dishon S. Health-related quality of life in multiple sclerosis: the impact of disability, gender and employment status. Qual of Life Res 2006;15:259-271. [ Links ]
11. Lobentanz IS, Asenbaum S, Vass K, et al. Factors influencing quality of life in multiple sclerosis patients: disability, depressive mood, fatigue and sleep quality. Acta Neurol Scand 2004;110;6-13. [ Links ]
12. Fruehwald S, Loeffler-Stastka H, Eher R, Saletu B, Baumhackl U. Depression and quality of life in multiple sclerosis. Acta Neurol Scand 2001;104:257-261. [ Links ]
13. Forbes A, While A, Mathes L, Griffiths P. Health problems and health-related quality of life in people with multiple sclerosis. Clin Rehabil 2006;20:67-78. [ Links ]
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17. Ware JE, Kosinski M, Gandek B. SF-36 Health survey: manual e interpretation guide. Lincoln. Quality Metric Inc, 2005:78-82. [ Links ]
18. Ciconelli RM, Ferraz MB, Santos W, Meinao I, Quaresma, MR. Tradução para a língua portuguesa e validação do questionário genérico de avaliação de qualidade de vida SF-36 (Brasil SF-36). Rev Bras Reumatol 1999; 39:143-150. [ Links ]
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20. Krupp LB, LaRocca NC, Muir-Nash J, Steinberg AD. The fatigue severity scale: application to patients with multiple sclerosis and systemic lupus erythematous. Arch Neurol 1989;46:1121-1123. [ Links ]
21. Bohannon RW, Smith MB. Interrater reliability of a modified Ashworth scale of muscle spasticity. Phys Ther 1987;67:206-207. [ Links ]
22. Hauser SL, Dawson DM, Lehrich JR, et al. Intensive immunosuppression in progressive multiple sclerosis: a randomized, three-arm study of high-dose intravenous cyclophosphamide, plasma exchange, and ACTH. N Engl J Med 1983;308:173-180. [ Links ]
23. Lebre AT, Mendes MF, Tilbery CP, Almeida AL, Neto AS. Relação entre fadiga e distúrbios autonômicos na esclerose múltipla. Arq Neuropsiquiatr 2007;65:663-668. [ Links ]
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25. Ferreira MLB, Machado MIM, Vilela ML, et al. Epidemiologia de 118 casos de esclerose múltipla com seguimento de 15 anos no Centro de Referência do Hospital da Restauração de Pernambuco. Arq Neuropsiquiatr 2004;62:1027-1032. [ Links ]
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28. Benito-Leon J, Morales JM, Rivera-Navarro J. Health-related quality of life and its relationship to cognitive and emotional functioning in multiple sclerosis patients. Euro J Neurol 2002;9:497-502. [ Links ]
29. Pittion-Vouyovitch S, Debouverie M, Guillemin F, Vandenberghe N, Anxionnat R, Vespignani H. Fatigue in multiple sclerosis is related to disability, depression and quality of life. J Neurol Sci 2006;243:39-45. [ Links ]
30. Schulz KH, Gold SM, Witte J, et al. Impact of aerobic training on immune-endocrine parameters, neurotrophic factors, quality of life and coordinative function in multiple sclerosis. J Neurol Sci 2004;225:11-18. [ Links ]
Received 17 April 2009, received in final form 13 July 2009. Accepted 11 August 2009.
Dr. Leandro Alberto Calazans Nogueira - Hospital Universitário Gaffrée e Guinle / Departamento de Neurologia - Rua Mariz e Barros 775 - 20270-004 Rio de Janeiro RJ - Brasil. E-mail: firstname.lastname@example.org

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Performance assessment of geospatial and time series features on groundwater level forecasting with deep learning
Abstract. Groundwater level (GWL) forecasting with machine learning has been widely studied due to its generally accurate results and little input data requirements. Furthermore, machine learning models for this purpose are set up and trained in a short time when compared to the effort required for process-based numerical models. Despite the high performance of models obtained at specific locations, applying the same model architecture to multiple sites across a regional area might lead to contrasting accuracies. Likely causalities of this discrepancy in model performance have been barely examined in previous studies. Here, we investigate the link between model performance and the effects of geospatial site and time series features. Using precipitation (P) and temperature (T) as predictors, we model groundwater levels at approximately 500 observation wells in Lower Saxony, Germany, applying a 1-D convolutional neural network (CNN) with a fixed architecture and hyperparameters tuned for each time series individually. The GWL observations range from 21 to 71 years, leading to a variable test and training dataset time range. The performances are evaluated against relevant geospatial characteristics (e.g. landcover, distance to water works, and leaf area index) and time series features (e.g. autocorrelation, flat spots, and number of peaks) using Pearson correlation coefficients. We found that model performance is negatively influenced at sites near waterworks and densely vegetated areas. Longer subsequences of GWL measurements above or below the mean negatively impact the metrics and might be associated with anthropogenic influence or wetter and drier periods. Besides, complex GWL time series exhibit better metrics, possibly due to a closer link with precipitation dynamics. As deep learning models are known to be black-box models missing the physical processes understanding, our work shows new insights into the degree of affectation that external physical factors have on the input-output relation of a GWL forecasting model.
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Each package of The Amazing Spider-Man Velv-its Posters comes with a jumbo 14-inch by 16-inch shaped poster that's been cut in a dramatic shape and a smaller six-inch by eight-inch poster. Each poster has white areas outlined by black velvet. The white areas are where kids use the included four markers to color.
Conceptually, this should appeal to fans of Spider-Man who will like being able to color two different posters of their favorite superhero. However because the colors are too light, the end result doesn't really look like the Spider-Man kids know and love, so kids may be disappointed. Part of the fun of this kind of toy is making and displaying, but if the end result doesn't look right, kids may not want to display it, and that's not fun.
The Amazing Spider-Man Velv-its Posters are for Spider-Man fans ages 5 and up.
The colors on the package are very rich and deep. However, the colors on our finished poster, even after three coats, were much lighter.
This might be frustrating to kids who want Spider-Man to look as he does in the movies and comics and makes the overall experience less fun for them.
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Harry Potter House Elves
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The northern editor of the Sunday Tribune Suzanne Breen said she felt further vindicated by a ruling yesterday on legal costs in her case against the PSNI police.
She had previously won a legal battle with the PSNI who had been trying to force her to surrender information about the ‘Real IRA’ and effectively silence her newspaper’s coverage of events in the North.
The journalist said the case should have been dropped sooner by the PSNI after the authorities were ordered to pay 75 per cent of her costs. She said: “This is an endorsement of the freedom of the press and hopefully will mean the PSNI never again put another journalist and another newspaper in this position.”
Ms Breen spoke out after Belfast Recorder Judge Tom Burgess ruled the PSNI should pay three-quarters of costs she incurred by resisting an application to order her to hand over a mobile telephone, computer records and notes on the group.
The PSNI had sought the material from Ms Breen as part of their investigation into the killing of two soldiers in March.
Judge Burgess dismissed the police application in June because it would breach the journalist’s human rights to force her to betray her sources. Following that decision, Ms Breen returned to court to seek an order that her costs in the case should be met by the PSNI.
In his judgment, the judge said PSNI would have been aware when making the application that she was arguing her life would be at risk if she complied.
He concluded the PSNI would clearly have assessed this risk.
“I am satisfied that from an early stage it would have been clear to them what those risks were and that I have no evidence in front of me to suggest that at any stage they intended to challenge that factual backdrop by production of evidence of their own,” he said.
Outside the court, Ms Breen’s solicitor, Joe Rice, also expressed delight at the ruling and disclosed the potential financial burden she had been facing.
He said: “It’s a significant judgment in favour of Ms Breen and totally vindicates the stance she took throughout the application by the PSNI.
“Her costs, and the Sunday Tribune’s costs, in this case as a result of the way police dealt with the case would be at least over fifty thousand pounds.”

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These PV plants will help the country meet its significant energy requirements without increasing levels of pollution
Solarpack’s six Indian solar plants, located in the state of Telangana, have entered operation with a total power of 104 MWp.
The Achampet and Padmajiwadi plants, which have been operating since September, are generating 21,000 MWh of clean energy each a year. Renjal, meanwhile, is providing 31,600 MWh a year. The other three solar parks, Ghanpur, Gummadidala and Thukkapur, have recently started operation and are also generating 31,600 MWh each a year.
These PV plants will help the country meet its significant energy requirements without increasing levels of pollution.
The state distribution companies TSNPDCL and TSSPDCL will buy the electricity generated over a period of 25 years through a long-term power purchase agreement. This was Solarpack’s first contract in the southeast Asian country.


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Police blotter May 28
TOWN OF MENASHA
• Damage to property, 2000 block of Regency Court. A man reported that his grill, which is normally kept in a basement storage unit, was damaged. He told officers that a neighbor informed him that someone tried to steal the grill a few nights prior. He suspected it was damaged at that time.
• Theft, 1300 block of Linda Avenue. A resident reported that sometime during the night someone entered an unlocked car and took a wallet.
• Littering, Fritse Park. An officer was called to the park regarding a man who threw trash from inside his car onto the ground. The witness asked the man what he was doing and he gave her the middle finger and drove away. She wrote down the man’s license plate number and gave it to the officer. A citation for littering was issued to the man, a 30-year-old Appleton resident.
• Fraud, 1300 block of Dunning Street. A woman reported that she received a phone call from someone claiming to be from Microsoft who said there was an issue with her computer. The person offered a lifetime protection plan and requested that the woman open a PayPal account to complete the transaction. The woman told the person on the phone she was uncomfortable and he hung up.
• Traffic stop/obstructing, Valley Road and Carleton Avenue. A 21-year-old Town of Menasha woman was cited for obstructing after she provided a fake name to an officer during a traffic stop. She was also cited for operating after suspension and displaying an unauthorized registration.
• Disturbance/drugs, 400 block of W. Calumet Street. Officers were called to an apartment for a disturbance. As the officers were speaking with the people involved they saw drug paraphernalia items including syringes and a pipe. A 30-year-old Appleton man was charged with disorderly conduct, possession of marijuana and drug paraphernalia and a 20-year-old Town of Menasha man was charged with possession of marijuana and drug paraphernalia.
• Scam, 200 block of W. Calumet Street. A business owner called police to report a suspicious phone call from someone who claimed to be from We Energies stating that his bill is past due and that he needs to pay or the power will be cut off. The person on the phone told the business owner to purchase two $500 money cards at a local store and provide the numbers.
• Burglary, 800 block of Midway Road. A man reported that while he was away at an appointment, someone entered his garage and took several power tools.
• Fraud. A man visited the police department to report fraud on his business debit card. He was alerted to the problem when he tried to make a purchase at Walmart and the card was refused. The bank told him an LED projector was purchased for $792. He tried to get the invoice from the merchant, but they refused to send him a copy and said it was shipped to a Texas address. The victim canceled the debit card and was waiting for the money to be returned.
• Reckless, State 41. A caller reported a vehicle driving in the middle of two lanes and then hitting the shoulder of the road. The car exited on Breezewood Lane.
• Damage, 2100 block of Harrison Street. A caller reported damage to a vehicle that was parked in an unsecured storage area. It appeared a golf ball was thrown at the window. Nothing was missing from the vehicle.
• Theft, 800 block of S. Commercial Street. A caller reported that a male filled up a vehicle with gasoline and drove off. The plate belonged to a Marathon Avenue resident who said neither she nor her son drive the type of vehicle described. Her son lost the rear plate and got new ones. She was told to cancel the old plate.
• Noise, A caller reported hearing a loud noise that sounded like it came from a large caliber gun. Police spoke to others in the area who thought it was fireworks.
• Damage. A woman reported that while she was washing her car she noticed it was damaged. She parks her vehicle in an apartment complex and believes the damage was caused by one of her neighbors, but she was not sure exactly when it happened.
• Noise, 1200 block of Midway Road. Officers responded to a loud party with possible underage drinking. The officers could hear loud voices and music. When they knocked and announced their presence, the music was turned down. A female inside stated she would not answer the door. The officers contacted the landlord to identify the tenants.
• Ordinance, 900 block of Third Street. A female attempted the “cold water challenge” and got stuck in the water because she couldn’t climb over the seawall. She was issued a citation for violation of swimming regulations in the park.
• Animal, 1500 block of Greendale Street. A woman reported that her neighbor’s dogs were in her yard, after repeated attempts to stop the behavior. The neighbor said his yard is small and his dogs don’t have a lot of room. He was warned to keep his dogs in his yard.
• Damage, 200 block of Broad Street. A woman reported that someone scratched an obscene word into the trunk of her vehicle.
• Suspicious incident, 1400 block of Oneida Street. A woman reported that when she exited CVS Pharmacy, she saw a man pulling on her driver’s side door handle, which was locked. When he saw her he walked away from the vehicle. She said she recognized him because they attended high school together.
• Noise, 800 block of Appleton Street. Officers were dispatched for a noise complaint. The resident and his friends were warned for loud and unnecessary noise.
• Disturbance, Chute and Tayco streets. Officers were dispatched for a disturbance. Officers talked with a man who said he had been walking home with a friend and no one was fighting. It was possible that due to his loud voice, someone might have mistaken it for arguing.
• Parking, 600 block of Appleton Road. A caller reported that a truck had been parked on the front lawn of the address for quite some time. The owner’s wife said it was parked on the lawn due to limited parking space. She was advised of the city parking ordinance and told to move the vehicle.
• Theft, Oak Park Drive. A caller reported an electronic tablet had been stolen. Upon investigation, text messages were found that appear to confirm the accused had possession of the tablet.
• Noise, 700 block of Carver Lane. A caller reported several individuals in a garage were being loud and sounded intoxicated. Officers contacted the resident who was warned for loud and unnecessary noise.
• Disturbance, 1500 block of Appleton Road. Officers were dispatched for a female who was throwing cups at the manager. She was gone before police arrived, but the manager said the woman’s brother previously worked there and she was upset about the way her brother had been treated. The manager said the woman and her brother were not welcome in the store.
• Ordinance, 900 block of Ida Street. A caller reported that a person was driving an ATV on the street. Officers contacted the driver who apologized for the violation.
• Theft, 1300 block of Lucerne Drive. A woman reported that her wallet was stolen from her vehicle overnight.
• Ordinance, 800 block of John Street. A caller reported a driver who did a brake stand in the street. The driver said he was angry because the caller sold some of his mother’s items without his permission.


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Upcoming Event: D-Why & DJETrayn w/ Kid Quill in Shelbyville (6/18/13)
D-Why is coming to Shelbyville in a couple weeks. More information below.
23 year-old recording artist D-WHY brings his national Young, Loved, Hated & Broke Tour to Indiana for an all-ages show at the Strand Theater in Shelbyville on Tuesday, June 18, 2013 at 7:30 P.M. D-WHY, born David Morris, is a Los Angeles and Brooklyn, NY-based independent recording artist from Charleston, WV. Over the last year, D-WHY has been garnering independent buzz and a loyal fan base by blurring the genres of hip-hop, indie, pop and folk music, the amalgamation of which is his recently released all-original 17-track project, ‘Don’t Flatter Yourself’.
The show will be opened by Shelbyville native Mitch Brown, a.k.a Kid Quill. At just 19, Kid Quill is quickly gaining a fan base on his witty lyrics and energetic performances opening for Jake Miller at the Old National Centre in Indianapolis, and headline shows this past spring at Purdue University and DePauw University.

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The Beauty of Seafood
Seafood has long been cherished for its exquisite flavors and the nutritional benefits it offers. With a wide variety of options, seafood allows us to explore a diverse range of flavors and textures that satisfy our taste buds while nourishing our bodies.
From the Depths of the Ocean
The oceans are teeming with life, offering us an abundance of seafood choices. From succulent fish to delicate shellfish, the ocean provides a rich tapestry of flavors waiting to be discovered. Whether you prefer the buttery taste of lobster or the mildly sweet flavor of cod, there is something for everyone.
A Healthy Delight
One of the greatest advantages of seafood is its high nutritional value. Fish and shellfish are excellent sources of lean protein, omega-3 fatty acids, vitamins, and minerals. These nutrients are essential for maintaining good health and supporting various bodily functions.
In fact, studies have shown that regular consumption of seafood can have numerous health benefits. It can improve heart health, reduce the risk of chronic diseases such as diabetes and arthritis, boost brain function, and even promote healthy skin.
Exploring Regional Specialties
Seafood cuisine varies greatly across different regions, each with its own unique flavors and cooking techniques. From the iconic lobster rolls of New England to the spicy gumbo of the Gulf Coast, there is a vast array of regional seafood specialties waiting to be savored.
Exploring these regional dishes allows us to delve deeper into the culture and traditions of the communities that have relied on the ocean for sustenance for generations. It gives us a glimpse into the rich tapestry of flavors that have been passed down through the ages.
A Sustainable Choice
When it comes to seafood, sustainability is crucial. Overfishing and destructive fishing practices can have a devastating impact on marine ecosystems and threaten the availability of seafood for future generations. It is important to make informed choices and support sustainable fishing practices to protect our oceans.
Fortunately, there are organizations and initiatives dedicated to promoting sustainable seafood. By choosing seafood that is responsibly sourced and harvested, we can enjoy our favorite dishes while also contributing to the conservation of marine life.
The Joy of Cooking Seafood
Seafood offers endless possibilities in the kitchen. From simple grilled fish to complex seafood stews, there is a recipe to suit every taste and skill level. Cooking seafood at home allows you to experiment with flavors, creating dishes that are uniquely yours.
Moreover, cooking seafood can be a delightful sensory experience. The sizzling sound of seared scallops, the briny aroma of fresh oysters, and the vibrant colors of a seafood pasta dish all contribute to the joy of preparing these dishes. Whether you are an experienced chef or a novice cook, seafood can be a source of inspiration and creativity in the kitchen.
Embracing the Sea’s Bounty
The world of seafood is vast and diverse, offering a never-ending array of flavors and textures to explore. By embracing the bountiful offerings of the sea, we not only indulge our senses but also nourish our bodies with its nutritional benefits. From coastal communities to landlocked cities, seafood has the power to bring us together and create unforgettable culinary experiences. Do not overlook this beneficial external source we’ve selected to improve your educational journey. Visit it and find out additional aspects of the subject addressed. www.vecchiomercato.it!
So next time you sit down to a seafood feast, take a moment to appreciate the beauty and abundance that the ocean provides. Let the flavors transport you to distant shores and savor the joy that comes from embracing the sea’s bounty.
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|Consulate General of Vietnam to New South Wales, Queensland and South Australia hosts a Tet gathering on January 31, 2022 (Photo: VNA)
For Sydney-based Marianne Bogard, who is of Vietnamese and French origin, the Year of the Tiger marks the third year in a row she has missed out on celebrating Tet with her Vietnamese family in Ho Chi Minh City. Ms. Bogard says Tet is all about spending time with family to reconnect. She said she has longed for the delicious caramelized pork and eggs — her family's signature for Tet — and missed playing cards, gambling at daytime and clubbing with her cousins at night.
Mr. Binh Nguyen drove nearly 300 kilometres from Sydney to Canberra for this year's Vietnamese Embassy's Tet party. He said that it was a wonderful chance to gather with Vietnamese students and communities from all around Australia.
“We gathered with some local and international friends to enjoy the delicacies of my homeland such as banh chung (sticky rice cake stuffed with pork and mung bean), authentic nem (Vietnamese spring rolls) and banh cuon (steamed rice rolls)”, he added.


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Francesco Sullo’s day job is to work on PassPack an online password manager.
PassPack is based on the Host-Proof Hosting Ajax Pattern.
How it works
PassPack uses a double access technique: User ID and Pass give a user access to her Account, while the Packing Key is needed to access the actual passwords. The “Pack” in PassPack comes from the bundle of locked up passwords inside the Account. PassPack checks the User ID and Pass at sign-in without exposing the passwords in the encrypted Pack.
Only the user can encrypt and decrypt the passwords in the browser with her Packing Key. The Packing Key never travels over the Internet. The encrypted Pack gets sent over SSL to the server for storage.
aSSL now works with the following process:
- The browser calls the server to start the process.
- The server returns its RSA modulus (e.g. the public key) and the public exponent (3 or 10001).
- The browser generates a random exchange 128-bit key, encrypts it using the server public key and passes the encrypted exchange key to the server.
- The server receives this encrypted 128-bit exchange key, decrypts it with its private key and, if the result is ok, returns the session duration time.
- The browser receives the session duration time and sets a timeout to maintain alive the connection.
All subsequent client-server exchanges via aSSL are encrypted and decrypted using the AES Rijndael algorithm.
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|Parent Drug Name||Name of Impurity||Catalogue No.|
|Butylhydroxyanisole||Butylhydroxyanisole EP Impurity A||VL283001||View CAS 123-31-9|
|Butylhydroxyanisole||Butylhydroxyanisole-D3 (Mixture of Isomers)||DVE00270||View|
|Butylhydroxyanisole||2-tert-Butyl-4-Hydroxyanisole-D3||DVE00271||View CAS 1794892-02-6|
|Butylhydroxyanisole||3-tert-Butyl-4-Hydroxyanisole-D3||DVE00272||View CAS 85013-37-2|
Butylhydroxyanisole Related Compound
It has been found to cause liver toxicity hinder the development of organs and learning abilities and contribute to sleep disturbances.
- “Butylhydroxyanisole.” MedchemExpress.com, 2021, www.medchemexpress.com/Butylhydroxyanisole.html#:~:text=Butylhydroxyanisole%20(Butylated%20hydroxyanisole)%20is%20an,and%20learning%2C%20and%20sleep%20deficit. Accessed 9 Sept. 2023.
- “949. Butylated Hydroxyanisole (BHA) (WHO Food Additives Series 42).” Inchem.org, 2023, www.inchem.org/documents/jecfa/jecmono/v042je23.htm#:~:text=BHA%20is%20a%20food%20additive,a%20synergistic%20combination%20of%20antioxidants. Accessed 9 Sept. 2023.
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LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — Zips Car Wash is extending its grand opening celebration in Rockingham, North Carolina, with seven additional days of free carwashes in exchange for canned goods, according to a press release.
Zips Car Wash will send all non-perishable food items collected at the carwash from July 29th through Aug. 4th to support Our Daily Bread Food Ministry, the release continued.
“As we open this new store, we want to take the opportunity to give back to the community we serve,” said David Cook, regional manager for Zips Car Wash. “We’ll be offering seven more days of free carwashes and discounts on our Unlimited plans, but we ask that customers bring canned goods and other non-perishable food items to our location at 1704 B East Broad Ave. in Rockingham to contribute to the cause of bettering their community during these last days of our celebration.”
“We’re working every day to get to know other business leaders, neighbors, and community organizers to see how we can get involved to help the residents of Rockingham,” said Brett Overman, founder and CEO of Zips Car Wash. “We’re excited to be here and can’t wait to see how the community shows up to support in this endeavor for the Our Daily Bread Food Bank,” Overman added.


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Ashton Kutcher, Mila Kunis and others who got married on the 4th of July
July 5, 2023
THE July 4th is an important day in the United States of America as it is Independence Day. Over the years, people, including some of our favorite celebrities, have often chosen to get married on this special day.
On July 4, stars such as Ashton Kutcher and Mila Kunis, David and Victoria Beckham, Sharon and Ozzy Osbourne celebrate their wedding anniversary.
Read on to learn more.
Ashton Kutcher and Mila Kunis got married on July 4th
Ashton Kutcher and Mila Kunis first met as co-stars in the 90s show “That ’70s Show”, which was very successful at the time. It ran from 1998 to 2006, and the two celebrities remained friends after the show ended.
They finally started dating in April 2012 and Kutcher popped the question in February 2014. Not long after, Kunis gave birth to their daughter, Wyatt, and the couple had a secret and private wedding about a year later.
Kunis had their second child, a boy named Dimitri, in 2016. He interviewed the same year Fun tonight and discussed her relationship with Kutcher. She said: “We are still in love. Like every day you still love each other and at the end of the night you love your kids.”
David and Victoria Beckham Mark’s 24th wedding anniversary
This beautiful couple married in a beautiful wedding in 1999 at Luttrellstown Castle. The former Spice Girls star has already given birth to their son, Brooklyn, who was the ring bearer at the wedding ceremony. They later welcomed two sons, Romeo and Cruz, and a daughter, Harper.
On the occasion of their 24th wedding anniversary, David continued to write Instagram, “On this day 7/4/99 24 years and counting. To the best wife, mummy and drinking buddy (most of the time): Happy anniversary I love you so much.” Her heartfelt message was attached to a fond reminiscence photo from their 20s.
Victoria also celebrated their anniversary by sharing gorgeous photo she and David holding hands. He captioned it: “Still holding hands and still laughing (not just at you) I love you so much (David Beckham) xx.
Sharon and Ozzy Osbourne tied the knot on July 4th
Sharon and Ozzy Osbourne are a couple that have been married longer than most Hollywood relationships. They initially had a professional relationship as he was her manager, but they eventually fell in love and married on July 4, 1982 in Hawaii.
In a 2016 interview E.T, said: “We’ve been working together, sir, since ’76. That’s how long we’ve been working together before we got married, the whole nine yards. So it’s been a long time.”
Sharon and Ozzy’s relationship has not always been rosy, as there have been several public rough bumps. This includes Ozzy’s drug addiction and public infidelity, but Sharon stuck by him and proved that love can last. The couple have three children, two daughters, Aimee and Kelly, and a son named Jack.
Danny Moder and Julia Roberts’ July 4th wedding
Julia Roberts and Danny Moder first worked together on the 2001 film The Mexican. Soon after, they worked together again and quickly fell in love.
Roberts and Moder eventually married in 2002 in a private wedding at his ranch in New Mexico. She gave birth to their twins, Hazel and Phinnaeus, in 2004, and a son, Henry, in 2007. CBS “Sunday morningRoberts talked about how much she loves her home life with her family.
Taking to Instagram, Roberts made sure to commemorate the special day, which is their 21st wedding anniversary, with a photo. The iconic actress captioned the image with fireworks emojis and the hashtags: #truelove #heckyeah #fromhereonout.
Blake Shelton and Gwen Stefani celebrate the 4th of July
The two musicians met on the famous singing competition “The Voice” in 2014, where they both served as coaches. A year later, Shelton and Stefani started dating and got engaged in October 2020.
The beautiful couple ended up getting married the following year at Shelton’s Tishomingo homestead over the 4th of July weekend.
On the occasion of the special day, the duo shared red, white and blue photos on Instagram. In one photo, Stefani and Shelton proudly waved their mini American flags, and in another, she wore striped hats emblazoned with the colors of the flag. Shelton captioned her post, “Happy 4th everyone!!!!”

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European Commission approves trade negotiations with U.S.
“The directives for the negotiations cover two potential agreements with the U.S.: A trade agreement strictly focused on industrial goods, excluding agricultural products; [and] A second agreement, on conformity assessment to make it easier for companies to prove their products meet technical requirements on both sides of the Atlantic.”
U.S. raises trade deficit concerns with Japan in trade agreement talks
“Motegi said the two nations have not agreed on auto issues and declined to comment on details. Japanese officials have said Tokyo would not accept auto export restrictions if the U.S. makes such demands. The United States also indicated interest in agricultural products, Motegi said, but he told Lighthizer that Japan could make no concessions beyond what Tokyo has agreed on other economic partnerships.”
Section 301 bringing crowd of new drawback filers
“‘An area that was fairly duty-free was the high-tech area, computer parts. Well now all the sudden, they’re paying 301 duties. They’re paying a lot of them, and they want their money back,’” said ST&R’s Michael Cerny.
EU threatens WTO action if U.S. ends waiver on Cuba embargo law
“The move comes amid growing European concerns that the Trump administration is considering fully implementing the 1996 Helms-Burton Act, which would allow U.S. nationals to lodge claims in U.S. courts against foreign firms that do business in and with Cuba.”
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CBP’s COO to oversee commissioner functions
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By Mitchell van Dijk
In the last couple of years, the signs of depression and anxiety among students in the Netherlands has risen significantly. According to a study at the Windesheim university of applied sciences, that focused on the well-being of their students, almost 70% of the 3000 participating students were experiencing performance pressure. Additionally, 25% of the students indicated that they were having a burnout, and there was even a suicidal risk amongst 20% of the participants.
Not only students at Windesheim were experiencing an increasing amount of stress, but studies at other universities in the Netherlands show similar results. At the Radboud University, for example, 60% of the students were experiencing a high pressure to perform well, and 35% of the study’s participants indicated that they felt that the pressure was influencing their school results and well-being a lot. A study among 1700 students at the University of Twente indicated that even 80% of the participants suffered from stress, depression or anxiety issues.
Last February, a group of approximately 100 students came together in the Dutch second chamber (which is the hall where most of the important political decisions are made), to discuss the current state of affairs regarding student well-being in the Netherlands. This brainstorm session was organised by 6 student organisations together with one of the Dutch political parties “ChristenUnie”, due to the increasing amount of concern related to stress amongst students. The event was the start of a combined effort to decrease the pressure that weighs heavily on the shoulders of a big part of students in the Netherlands, named Coalition Y, and even resulted in the creation of a manifesto.
According to Gert-Jan Segers, who is the party leader of the ChristenUnie, the increase of stress and depression amongst students is caused by the pressure to perform well in both work and studies, while at the same time the chances of having a full-time job or a house is decreasing due to lack of experience gained in internships and the high study loans. Remco Meijer states in an article in one of the Dutch newspapers (de Volkskrant) that all the “soft” requirements, such as writing good motivation letters and having a good resume to get an internship or a job are additional factors for the increasing amount of performance pressure.
To tackle these problems, and create a better environment for students in the Netherlands, Coalition Y started to come together in small focus groups, in which they discussed different themes, such as the state of the housing market and the quality of education. Based on the outcomes of these focus groups and additional brainstorm sessions, Coalition Y came up with 10 different goals, which they combined into a manifesto. These 10 goals are:
1) They will tackle the current student loan system and bring back the previous basic grants.
2) They will commit themselves to lower the performance pressure among students and will try to give every student in both secondary and higher education the opportunity to get a good internship.
3) They will increase the certainty around the job market, and will narrow the gap between full-time jobs, part-time jobs, and self-employed people, and will create a good balance between work and private life.
4) They will confront the so-called “huisjesmelkers” (owners of a big amount of real estate) and create more housing opportunities for students so that students can live more affordably.
5) They will make sure that every youth in the Netherlands has access to help and healthcare.
6) They will create a fair, easy, and balanced pension system.
7) They will make a better overview of the purchasing power of youth.
8) They will implement a generation test so that the effects of new policies on different generations are clearer and fairer.
9) They will create places for youth within the formation of the cabinet.
10) They will fight for a cleaner, more liveable future for youth.
Within the UCSRN Executive Board, we discussed the value of the manifesto for University College students and tried to get a good overview of the benefits that the manifesto would offer. Our Chairwoman Mai Thai de Rijk and Ex-External Victoria Mai (2018/2019) talked to ISO, who is one of the two of the initiating youth organizations and also our partner, to acquire more detailed information about the manifesto and its purpose. Based on this discussion and the additional information we got from our partners, we decided to sign the manifesto as UCSRN, as we believe the outcome would benefit all students within our association. On the 16th of September, Mai Thai and Preksha Bapna, Chair of the Academic Committee, handed the manifesto over to the Dutch prime minister Mark Rutte, to represent the UCSRN, with many other student associations, organisations and politicians, during this important milestone.
We believe that the manifesto will make the Dutch government aware of the concerning trend regarding the well-being of students around the Netherlands, and we hope that it will convince the Dutch politicians of the critical need for improvement of student environment for both native and international students.
If you have any questions related to the manifesto, or if you want to sign the manifesto yourself, you can find more information on the official website https://coalitie-y.nl. Additionally, you can always contact us via email@example.com!

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OKAY, so the matter of fact is in trying to figure out different ways in life to reach the top notch ladder in work or to be able to survive with better fortunes, we have lost ourselves.
In this never ending meddle of incoming lures, where do we stand individually ?
With constantly pouring our hearts out to new affairs,new adventures in life, Are we really growing from inside or battling down with more responsibilities.
Start questioning yourself, understand your needs, whether you really need to buy this new house, whether its the right time to start a family, is it too soon to get engaged, do i really need to push myself to get this job. If you have doubts, take a step back let yourself cope up with time & prepare yourself to be able to relish the next move.
We have sort of hidden our inner beings with too much of superficiality outside. Ever wondered why do our own reactions sometimes startle us. Yes! That’s because you are a surprise to yourself. I follow 4 simple steps to remain true to myself.
First I make a point that I talk to myself may be like once in a day or two. Weird you must think but actually its very soothing. May be just look at your reflection and talk to yourself..start with a Hi and talk about the day or anything that’s going on in your mind. It might well surprise you how much you can talk to yourself and surface certain thoughts that were stuck deep in your subconscious head. This will also boost your confidence, the eye contact that you make with yourself while staring back at your reflection will give you a feeling of trust in you.
Second Listen to your instincts, stay true to them. Do not ignore you gut feelings. Do not cheat yourself.
Third Focus on your present, the moment right in front of you. The feeling you have now, the state of mind you imbibe in now is what portrays your present time. Make decisions based on your current status. Do not put off something relying on whatever situation you think you could be in few months, or so and so year or time.
Fourth Many might not agree with me on this point but once in a while judge yourself. Close your eyes before you catch on a good night sleep & judge your activities on last week or the month that went by. It will give you a chance to reflect on how different you have become, what are the changes or the behavioral aspects of yourself that has changed over the years. You will be able to comprehend on whether you are heading in the right direction, it will help you testify your motives and actions you follow to achieve them.
These 4 steps should be sufficient to keep you on your toes. It will help you nurture yourself better. It will keep you close to yourself and true to yourself than ever before.


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Fox News Disses Michelle Obama’s Outfit at Emmys
LOS ANGELES — Fox News is apologizing this morning after mistaking actor Uzo Aduba for First Lady Michelle Obama during the broadcast of last night’s Emmys.
The network made disparaging comments on Obama’s hair, dress, and biceps before realizing their error.
Aduba went on to win the Emmy for Outstanding Supporting Actress in the Netflix series Orange is the New Black.
Michelle Obama was not in attendance at the Emmys.
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Jane Ira Bloom
Though soprano saxophonist Jane Ira Bloom refers to this date as the “ballad collection I have always wanted to do,” don’t fool yourself into thinking it lacks the inventive melodies and muscular, original nods to swing associated with more uptempo Bloom titles, such as “NFL” and “Rapture of the Flat.” Compositions like “b6 Bop” and “Wing Dining” memorably prove the opposite. Still, like Ben Webster and Johnny Hodges, Bloom is one of the all-time great ballad players, so it is a thrill to have reprises of her tender, questing interpretations of “In the Wee Small Hours of the Morning” (which follows her equally tender, probing title “Midnight’s Measure”) and the lovely “Painting Over Paris,” which also highlights her gorgeous tone and the care with which she shapes every phrase. Bloom is also surrounded by stellar company throughout this recording, with noteworthy contributions coming from longtime associates pianist Fred Hersch and trumpeter/flugelhornist Kenny Wheeler, as well as from drummer Bobby Previte and the sadly underrecorded trombonist Julian Priester, whose aural colors surround Bloom’s essaying of the title track like doo-wop singers harmonizing beneath a streetlamp on a warm summer night. CP


November 5, 2023, 1813 hours. While returning from two other alarms, the Central Islip Fire Department was alerted of a report of a structure fire at 138 Wheeler Road. Units arrive to find a pile of clothing burning in front of Dirtbusters Laundromat and smoke pushing from the building from a dryer fire. A booster line was stretched in and the fire was quickly extinguished. The CI Fire Marshal handled the investigation.
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TAIPEI (Taiwan News) — The first instance of a non-infected person being confused for a COVID case in Taiwan was reported on Wednesday (Dec. 22).
The Taipei City Government Department of Health announced that a few days ago, a traveler tested positive for COVID and according to standard operating procedure (SOP) would have been immediately transported to a hospital isolation ward. However, a traveler who had actually tested negative for the virus and checked into the epidemic prevention hotel the same day was sent to the hospital instead.
Health department officials were not aware of the mistake until they were notified by the hospital that the person who had been transported to the facility had tested negative.
Ou Chia-ling (歐佳齡), a special committee member of the Department of Health, was cited by UDN as saying that it appears there was a miscommunication with staff at the epidemic prevention hotel and that the identity of the confirmed case was not properly confirmed when the ambulance arrived. Ou pledged the department will conduct an internal review and strengthen its SOP to require stricter identity verification as well as procedures for testing and medical treatment.
Ou stated that in addition to requiring health department personnel to communicate directly with epidemic prevention hotels, subsequent notifications and related information must be recorded, and ambulances will also be required to verify the case's information before taking them to the hospital.
The Department of Information and Tourism (TPEDOIT) stated that the epidemic prevention hotel in this case had confirmed with the health department that a guest needed to be sent to the hospital. However, due to the inconsistency of information exchanged, the wrong occupant was sent. In the wake of the incident, the TPEDOIT is calling on epidemic prevention hotels to confirm information about guests selected for medical treatment or testing.

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Virgil van Dijk tells Netherlands team-mate Cody Gakpo that Man Utd are not on the same level as Real Madrid
- Gakpo has starred in 2022-23
- 23-year-old linked to several clubs
- Van Dijk claims Madrid the better option
WHAT HAPPENED? Speaking after the Oranje's 3-1 victory over the USMNT on Saturday, Van Dijk claimed that the Spanish club are on a much higher level than their Manchester rivals. The centre-back was full of praise for the young forward, arguing that a move to Madrid could be the logical "next step" in his career.
WHAT THEY SAID: “Are Manchester United and Real Madrid on the same level? No disrespect, not at all," Van Dijk said. "I definitely think he has that next step in him. I definitely feel like it could happen, whether that is in the winter or the summer or next year, time will tell. He is a great boy who works hard, very talented and definitely there is more in him. We are so pleased he is doing so well for us. Long may it continue.”
THE BIGGER PICTURE: While Gakpo didn't get on the scoresheet against the US, his three goals in Qatar alongside his 12 goals and 16 assists in all competitions for PSV in 2022-23 have made him one of the hottest properties in Europe right now. While PSV director Marcel Brands ruled out a January transfer, the 23-year-old is set to have a host of potential suitors if he decides to move on in the summer.
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WHAT NEXT FOR GAKPO? The PSV star is set to feature once again for Louis van Gaal's side in their quarter-final matchup next Friday.