We spend a third of our life in bed, so it deserves the best. Many people spend a lot of their budget on buying luxurious bedding, but this is not wise. You should always buy the bedding without squeezing your budget, especially when it comes to super king full-size bed, which can be used throughout your baby’s early years to teenage years.
Super king beds are 6 feet wide and 6.4 feet in length. They are ideal choices for taller people because of a few inches extra length. This large-sized bed can be very costly to dress up because each occupant of super king size bedding is larger compared with double or twin bedding. And obviously, when more fabric and Labour hours are being invested in manufacturing, you are supposed to pay some extra dollars.
In this article, we will provide you with some essential guidelines to help you choose the perfect bedding staying in your budget. Knowing what you want before heading to the store can is the buying process and helps you determine which materials are suitable for you. This will not only make the buying process an easy task but allow you to have fun while choosing the bedding.
Buying bed sheets
Bed sheets are undeniably the essential part of your bedding. There come flat shades and fitted shades when it comes to bed sheets. There is no hard and fast which one you should go for. It’s about one’s preference, but we will require you to choose superhit fitted sheets because they will stay in place and help you achieve an organized and wrinkle-free bed.
- Choose the fabric material for sheets according to your body type and the way you sleep. Mostly cotton and cotton blends are the recommended choice because they are breathable, soft, comfortable, and economical. Moreover, they wick away the body moisture and help you stay cool and dry throughout the night. Cotton and cotton plants are suitable for everyone out there, irrespective of the gender and age group.
- On the other hand, flannel sheets are beneficial to keep you warm in the winter. They have a tighter weave, which limits the airflow and creates cozy bedding. When it comes to choosing luxurious materials, you can go for silk, linen, jacquard, and Egyptian cotton.
- After deciding the fabric material, look for the thread. Thread count is defined as the total number of threads woven in a square inch of the fabric. The higher the thread count, the more expensive the ships are because they will be finer and more durable. On the scale, its values vary from 250 to 1600.
According to a thumb rule, anything below 350 is not worth buying. To enjoy the maximum comfort, you are advised to purchase the sheets between 450-600 TC.
Choosing the Bedding Topper
- Always choose the comforter that matches your sheets. If you live in a warm climate, go for something lightweight with minimal padding. Remember that thick and heavy quilts are ideal for cold climates only.
- Duvets are a necessary part of every bedding. In the summer, they can be used in place of top shade to add more to the softness and plush of bed, whereas in winter, they help you cover yourself and stay warm and toasty. When choosing a duvet, be careful about filling material, fill power, weight, and tog value. Also, don’t forget to buy a duvet cover.
Because duvets are often expensive, and covering them with an extra cover will help to retain their texture and increase their life. It will also help you add an aesthetic touch to the bedding and allow you to match it with the rest of the occupants.
Pillows and cushions
- Always buy four pillows (two in king-size & two in standard size) and five cushions (of different shapes) for your super king size bedding. Remember to supply yourself with pillowcases and accent cushion covers. This cover for cases will protect the inserts and add a colorful accent to your bedding.
- While choosing the pillows and cushion inserts, choose the wedding material very carefully. It should be moderately soft to support your neck and shoulder muscles while sleeping.
- Other than the standard pillows, you can go for neck pillows if you have any problem with your backbone for shoulder muscles. Neck pillows keep you in the correct position while sleeping and make the chances of any pain very unlikely.


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Team skiing in Parc Vanois (Dan Mazur).
- Get a chance to meet our Everest leaders, including Dan Mazur and Arnold Coster.
- Two fun weeks of fun skiing-boarding, touring and glacier climbing in the French Alps.
- First week will be in Tignes and the second week in Chamonix. We plan to experience as much of the French Alps as possible in a short amount of time.
- Join for 1 week or both! Meet is free of cost, no charge.
- Must be proficient with using ice-axe, crampons and rope, as well as intermediate off-piste (backcountry) skier or boarder.
- Welcome to men and women of all ages.
- We help you buy and rent inexpensive mountain climbing, trekking, hiking, and walking gear, equipment, clothing, boots, shoes for sale, purchase and hire at affordable, cheap, low prices.
- Dates: 25 February-10 March, 2012 & 2013.
- Accommodation Cost: $75, £45, €50 per day, which includes hotels and two meals a day.
Would you like to join us for a glacier travel, skiing, snow-shoeing, snow racquetting, snow boarding, crevasse rescue, ice climbing, and snow-camping session for a week during February and March? It is a good way for you to meet with some of our Everest expedition leaders, including Daniel Mazur, and learn and hone your glacier travel, ice climbing, skiing and snow shoeing/racquetting skills. You can also test some of the equipment we use in the Himalaya too.
We are planning to do 1 week in Tignes and a second week in Chamonix.
Tignes - week 1: 26 February - 5 March: Skiing-boarding snowshoeing, racquetting on and off-piste around the Tignes Valley, including optional ascent-descent of 3750 metre/12,300 foot Mont Grande Sassiere www.tinyurl.com/Grande-Sassiere . Tignes powder is legendary, due to the high altitude of this world-class ski centre. Here is the lodge where we will be staying: www.ChaletChardons.com .
Chamonix - week 2: 6-12 March: Skiing-boarding snowshoeing and climbing around the world famous Chamonix Valley, including high altitude glacier-tours and winter training:
- Vallee Blanche: big mountain ambience and intermediate skiing with an incredible cable car ride.
- Cosmiques Ridge. Moderate climb up a snow rock ridge, very popular.
- Chere Couloir: beautiful 6 pitch ice climb.
- The Tacul: climb and ski/board this 4000 metre/13,100 foot peak after an amazing cable car ride.
Experience note: members need to be an intermediate off-piste (backcountry) skiier, or intermediate off-piste (backcountry) boarder. No beginners. Sorry, but if members can't ski or snowboard, this is not the trip for you. We will try to do some high mountain ski and split-board touring in the national parks, so members need to be familiar with climbing skins, touring, etcetera. We also hope to do a bit of mountaineering and ice climbing, so members need to be proficient at that and have the correct equipment as well.
Equipment note: The equipment needed for this trip is nearly the same as that for our Mustagata Expedition. Please review the Mustagata Personal Equipment list to make sure you have everything for this exciting trip and please let us know if you have any questions.
Registration note: If you wish to go, please book with us now now, as the trip fills up rapidly! This is a free trip, where members pay for their own accommodations and meals. We do not make any commissions and run this trip because we enjoy meeting new friends, seeing old friends, and climbing and skiing/boarding together.
For US members, please fill out and submit the US Members Glacier form . For members from all other countries, please fill out the International Members Glacier form . (photo right by Squash Falconer: Team members skiing in the French Alps).
Skiing on a perfect blue sky day (Jon Otto).

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Diplomatic (snow) storm erupts after American ambassador to Switzerland criticises its ski lift queues
- US ambassador Suzi LeVine sparked anger branding queue system 'chaos'
- Tabloid paper Blick suggested she had snubbed Swiss tourism
- Facebook and Twitter users got involved posting their views
The US Ambassador to Switzerland has caused a furore among Swiss after she made comments on Facebook and Twitter about the 'chaos' she'd experienced the Swiss ski resort of Adelboden.
Suzi LeVine was accused by Swiss tabloid Blick of 'violating diplomatic etiquette' by posting critical comments about the resort on her Facebook page and Twitter feed.
'I’m trying to understand the chaos in the lift lines at Swiss ski resorts,' LeVine wrote after spending New Year’s Day in the resort.
The Swiss system of queuing (or not) to get onto lifts came under fire after the US ambassador visited the resort of Adelboden in Switzerland. (File pic shows skiers in Zermatt, Switzerland)
LeVine: 'Chaos at the ski lifts'
She added: 'We enjoyed a great day at Adelboden but I was so puzzled by the scrum heading to the lift (and the inefficiency in terms of how many people were on each lift).'
She also asked her Facebook followers which Swiss resorts were the best organised, and wrote: 'Is there an optimal way to navigate the line?'
On Twitter she asked people to share their ski lift experiences
Blick said the ambassador’s remarks were an attack on Switzerland’s winter tourism and suggested that her comments could lead to a full scale diplomatic row, contacting Switzerland Tourism director Jürg Schmid to ask for his reaction.
Schmid duly commented: 'I talked to the ambassador and advised her to wait until the end of the season before drawing a final conclusion about the organization of Swiss ski resorts.'
He also added that the Swiss ski resorts were 'not elitist', unlike in the US.
Blick said LeVine, 42, had made matters worse by trying to 'round up criticism' about Switzerland by asking readers to share their lift line experiences, good, bad or indifferent, although she did not restrict the issue to Swiss resorts.
'Ambassadors tell their governments about their host country in secret dispatches,' the German-language tabloid wrote, adding that they should not 'snub' the country in public.
The ambassador and the head of tourism then tweeted each other about the issue.
Jürg Schmid wrote, 'Thanks for skiing in #Switzerland. Yesterday was busiest day of season. Rest of the season will be different - check it out.' to which LeVine replied, 'Schmid I'm looking forward to checking it out A LOT! :-)'
LeVine, contacted by Blick, admitted that she did not know whether the ski lift criticism was appropriate for a US ambassador, but she told the newspaper she believed that using social media was a suitable forum for dialogue on such matters.
View onto the resort of Adelboden, Switzerland, where American ambassador LeVine skiied at New Year
The issue certainly prompted much debate, including readers who said it was 'perfectly reasonable to ask why this is tolerated in a civilized society'.
An comment from 'Radders' left on a Swiss newspaper website read: 'It's not arrogant or ignorant it's simply true - the queues for ski lifts can become quite nasty especially at the height of the season when there's not much snow around. There's never really any "British" style queuing at any ski resorts. Why shouldn't diplomats be allowed to express an opinion about a leisure activity?'
Others said if she'd had an opinion to express on operational efficiency it would have been better to have addressed the staff at the resort.
The Twittersphere also erupted with people leaping in to comment on her very public criticism.
After her tweet, 'Ich habe eine frage [I have a question]: I'm trying to understand the chaos in the lift lines at Swiss ski resorts' User Kurt Rustem tweeted, 'I'm trying to understand the chaos your government is producing around the world.'
LeVine subsequently posted a positive post:
'I had a great day of skiing @ Adelboden & am looking forward 2 more there & across the country. Simply seeking advice on the experience.'
Facebook user Anton Kohler's tongue in cheek comment may well have raised a smile among those following the spat: 'The queue at a Swiss ski lift is not much worse than the line before the immigration at JFK-Airport New York.'
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Pegasus Reading Series is a literary series based in Dallas, TX.
The mission of Pegasus Reading Series is to bridge together literary communities and writers in Dallas and across the nation.
Named ‘Best Poetry Night’ by The Dallas Observer in 2015.
Pegasus Reading Series was founded in 2014 by poets Sebastian Paramo and Robert Torres in the DIY space, Two Bronze Doors in Dallas, TX. Since then, Pegasus Reading Series has featured dozens of writers from the Southwest and across the country. With the help of sponsors, the series was able to pay a small honorarium to its writers. Since its founding, all hosting and coordination of the series have been done by the hosts.
When Torres left in 2015, Courtney Marie joined forces with Sebastian to host and curate the series. In 2016, both poets joined forces to organize and curate Deep Ellum Lit Hop.
In 2019, Mag Gabbert decided to take over as co-host after Courtney left to pursue other projects and it’s been going strong ever since!
ABOUT YOUR HOSTS:
Sebastián Hasani Páramo is the son of Mexican immigrants. His work has recently appeared or is forthcoming in The Missouri Review, Blackbird, The Kenyon Review Online, Cosmonauts Avenue, Southwest Review, & North American Review, among others. He is the Editor-in-Chief of THE BOILER. He has received scholarships and awards from Sewanee Writers’ Conference, Bread Loaf Writers’ Conference, and the Vermont Studio Center. He holds an MFA from Sarah Lawrence College and lives in Denton, Texas as a PhD candidate at the University of North Texas. More info can be found on his website: sebastianparamo.com
Mag Gabbert holds a Ph.D. in creative writing from Texas Tech University and an MFA from The University of California at Riverside. Her essays and poems have been published in 32 Poems, Stirring, The Rumpus, Thrush, Anomaly, Phoebe,Birmingham Poetry Review, and many other journals. Mag teaches creative writing at Southern Methodist University and for Writing Workshops Dallas; she serves as an associate editor for Underblong Journal. For more information, please visit maggabbert.com.

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How much DMAA is too much?
Unfortunately, when you get beyond 500 mg and over 1000 mg additional side effects such as palpitations, anxiety and dizziness can result.
How much DMAA is safe?
The pills con- tained DMAA at an estimated dose of approximately 150 mg based on labeled dose information (lab analysis confirmed dosage of 132 mg), a dose approximately 3-5 times that normally suggested by most pre-workout dietary supplements.
Does DMAA affect testosterone?
DMAA at low concentrations decreased the ratio of 5 alpha-dihydrotestosterone to testosterone in the nuclei without significantly reducing the total uptake. DMAA at high concentrations also reduced the total radioactivity in the nuclei.
What do you need to know about 1, 3 dimethylamylamine ( DMAA )?
Summary of 1,3-Dimethylamylamine. Primary Information, Benefits, Effects, and Important Facts. DMAA is a neurological stimulant which causes a quick spike of energy similar to caffeine and other classical stimulants, but does so by different mechanisms in the brain.
What kind of stimulant is 1, 3-dimethylamylamine?
1,3-Dimethylamylamine. 1,3-DMAA (1,3-Dimethylamylamine) is a neural stimulant with a structure similar to ephedrine and adrenaline that has been used as a pre-workout stimulant. Not much information is available on 1,3-DMAA supplementation, and is no longer commonly sold as a supplement.
Where does the drug dimethylamylamine come from?
Some products claim that dimethylamylamine naturally comes from rose geranium oil. Supplements that contain this ingredient sometimes list rose geranium, geranium oil, or geranium stems on the label. However, laboratory analysis shows that this drug probably does not come from this natural source.
What kind of supplement is DMAA sold as?
DMAA (1,3-dimethylamylamine) is an amphetamine derivative that has been marketed in sports performance and weight loss products, many of which are sold as dietary supplements.

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Januvia Risks Linked to Hospitalizations
Glucose controlling drugs for diabetics have long been suspected of having a negative effect on the cardiovascular system. Recent studies are looking at the link to heart failure. A study published in the JACC Heart Failure by one Daniala Weir and her colleagues found an almost 3.5% increase for hospitalization related to heart failure in patients who were diabetic and took Januvia (sitagliptin) for glucose control. The increase, though small, hints at a possible connection between DPP-4 inhibitors and heart failure that may affect the way doctors approach prescribing this medication in the future.
Januvia was developed by Merck & Co., Inc. to help Type 2 Diabetes patients control their blood glucose levels. The FDA approved the drug in October 2006. The drug helps the body produce insulin targeting pancreatic cells and affecting the incretin system. Januvia risks include a reported link to impeded bodily function in combating certain types of cancerous cells. Doctors postulate that Januvia risks may include a higher risk of pancreatitis, pancreatic cancer, and thyroid cancer.
Two studies conducted in 2009 and 2011 examined the connection between Januvia, pancreatitis, and pancreatic cancer. The studies both concluded that yes, the drug was helpful to Type 2 Diabetes patients, but there was a significant risk of developing pancreatic problems as a result.
Legal Actions Against Merck
Some Januvia risks are so severe that they allegedly resulted in death for some patients. Lawsuits have been filed to seek damages on behalf of patients who developed pancreatitis, pancreatic cancer, or thyroid cancer while they were taking the drug. The lawsuits allege that Januvia risks are not clearly defined; an idea that is backed by the FDA requesting that Merck revise the label for the drug to better spell out the risks of taking the drug.
The lawsuits also contend that manufacturers withheld vital information about the risks associated with the drug and continue to aggressively market the drug.
Seeking Legal Counsel?
If you or a loved one has developed pancreatitis, pancreatic or thyroid cancer after being on Januvia, you may have cause for legal action. These types of illnesses cause a severe impact on a person’s life, sometimes even resulting in death. That often includes pain, suffering, lost work and wages. Contact Attorney Group to discuss your claim. A consultation is free with no obligations. Should you decide to pursue compensation for your pain and suffering, we can connect you with an affiliated attorney.

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The alpine newt, Ichthyosaura alpestris, is very sensitive to habitat destruction and alteration which has led to declining populations across Europe. As this species is protected through the Bern Convention, it is essential to have a comprehensive understanding of its habitat requirements to ensure proper conservation measures. We trained, validated and optimized classification tree models based on data on local aquatic habitat conditions from 125 farmland ponds scattered over Belgium and Luxembourg where the alpine newt commonly occurs. To obtain user-friendly and representative models, data was pre-processed and stratified after which different degrees of pruning were applied for model optimization. In order to check the model’s applicability for management, we predicted alpine newt occurrence with an independent dataset. The most robust and reliable model revealed that fish absence was the major driving factor followed by the thickness of the sludge layer. We found that fish presence established alpine newt absence and that fishless ponds with a sludge layer of 15 cm or more were predicted to host no alpine newts. The latter provides quantitative information for decision makers. Moreover, our results indicated that the amount of sludge could be associated with eutrophication and erosion. Regarding management practices, it is advised to assure the absence of fish and reduce sludge accumulation in ponds designated for the conservation of alpine newts, for example by designing temporary ponds not fed through fish-containing surface waters. Furthermore, we recommend to install buffer strips around a pond to reduce nutrient and soil run-off from the terrestrial environment.
- Restoration ecology


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Clara Barton 2016: From Civil War to Red Cross to Today
One woman’s desire to serve during the Civil War eventually led to the founding of the American Red Cross. Based on the humanitarian principles of humanity, impartiality, neutrality, unity, independence, voluntary service, and universality, the American Red Cross is part of the International Red Cross/Red Crescent Movement, which provides protection and assistance to people affected by disasters and conflicts. It has always drawn to service both nurses and nursing students alike.
Red Cross nurses and other health professionals continue the work of Clara Barton today, providing leadership and service across the organization. The vast majority are volunteers.
AJN is hosting a series of blog posts by nurses on a tour tracing the footsteps of the founder of the American Red Cross, Clara Barton. In the Washington, DC, area (Sept. 26 to Oct. 1), the Clara Barton Study tour will visit sites such as Antietam and the American Red Cross National Disaster Operations Headquarters. The second part of the tour, in Geneva, Switzerland (Oct. 1 to Oct. 6), will explore the ongoing work of the International Red Cross and other humanitarian and health organizations.
Just as Barton was moved to action during time of war and long thereafter, it is my/our hope to bring you along through regular blog posts from tour participants on a journey studying Barton’s life’s work, the organization she started (at a time when only men were able to vote and pursue their dreams and careers), and its international counterparts. We hope to similarly engage and motivate you to not only learn more about Clara Barton and the Red Cross, but about opportunities to engage through volunteering and donating to this ongoing mission. Welcome aboard! Plan to follow on Twitter with the hashtag #ClaraB2016. New posts will be added below as they appear.
- Susan B. Hassmiller, PhD, RN, FAAN, Robert Wood Johnson Foundation (RWJF) senior advisor for nursing, and director, Future of Nursing: Campaign for Action, American Red Cross volunteer national ambassador
- Linda M. MacIntyre, PhD, RN, chief nurse, American Red Cross |Volunteer Services | American Red Cross National Headquarters

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In today’s medical landscape, diagnosing and treating various health conditions has become increasingly advanced. One such diagnostic tool that has gained importance and popularity is the pelvic ultrasound for males. This non-invasive imaging technique allows healthcare professionals to thoroughly examine the pelvic region, providing valuable insights into several medical conditions. In this article, we will delve deeper into why you need to consider a pelvic ultrasound for males, explore the symptoms that warrant such a procedure, and discuss the expected results.
Understanding Pelvic Ultrasound for Males:
A pelvic ultrasound for males, also known as a transrectal ultrasound, involves the use of high-frequency sound waves to generate images of the pelvic organs and structures. By placing a small probe into the rectum, a healthcare professional can capture detailed images of the prostate gland, bladder, seminal vesicles, and surrounding tissues. The procedure is quick, painless, and does not expose individuals to any harmful radiation.
Why You Should Consider a Pelvic Ultrasound:
- Prostate Health Assessment: One of the primary reasons for considering a pelvic ultrasound is to assess the health of the prostate gland. This procedure plays a vital role in detecting and diagnosing prostate conditions such as prostate cancer, benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), and prostatitis. Early detection is crucial in ensuring timely intervention and appropriate treatment.
- Evaluation of Urinary System: Males experiencing urinary symptoms like frequent urination, difficulty in urinating, or blood in the urine may benefit from a pelvic ultrasound. This diagnostic tool helps assess the bladder’s condition, identifying abnormalities such as bladder stones, tumors, or urinary tract obstructions.
- Identification of Testicular Abnormalities: Pelvic ultrasounds are highly effective in evaluating the testicles for conditions like testicular torsion, epididymitis, or testicular masses. These abnormalities can cause pain, discomfort, and even fertility issues. By identifying them through a pelvic ultrasound, healthcare professionals can determine the best course of treatment.
Common Symptoms That Warrant a Pelvic Ultrasound:
- Urinary Symptoms: If you are experiencing urinary symptoms like a weak urine stream, frequent urination, urgency, or difficulty in initiating urination, it may be time to consider a pelvic ultrasound. These symptoms may indicate an underlying condition affecting your urinary system that requires further investigation.
- Prostate-related Symptoms: Symptoms such as difficulty in urination, blood in the urine, recurrent urinary tract infections, or sexual dysfunction should not be ignored. These signs may indicate issues related to the prostate gland, and a pelvic ultrasound can help identify potential abnormalities.
- Testicular Pain or Swelling: Unexplained testicular pain, swelling, or lumps should never be ignored. These symptoms can be indicative of severe conditions such as testicular cancer or testicular torsion, which warrant immediate medical attention. A pelvic ultrasound can provide valuable insights into the cause of these symptoms.
Expected Results of a Pelvic Ultrasound:
A pelvic ultrasound can yield various results, and the findings will depend on the specific purpose of the procedure. Some potential outcomes include:
- Normal Findings: A normal pelvic ultrasound indicates that no significant abnormalities, such as tumors or obstructions, were detected. This result provides reassurance and rules out major concerns related to the prostate, bladder, or testicles.
- Abnormal Findings: In cases where the pelvic ultrasound reveals abnormalities, further diagnostic tests or consultations with specialists may be necessary. These results may lead to targeted treatments, such as medication, surgery, or additional monitoring.
In conclusion, a pelvic ultrasound for males is a vital diagnostic tool in assessing various pelvic conditions. Whether you are experiencing urinary symptoms, prostate-related concerns, or testicular abnormalities, a pelvic ultrasound can provide invaluable insights into your health. By detecting potential issues early on, healthcare professionals can initiate prompt and appropriate treatment, improving outcomes and ensuring your overall well-being.


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BUILDING Business and community partnerships
This is a visionary organisation that has helped to transform the lives of people who had not benefited from the growth in affluence within Leeds, London, Teeside, and Birmingham.
Leeds Ahead acted as a conduit to provide businesses of all sizes, and their voluntary staff, with a single, easy point of access to a wide range of community -focused project across Leeds city. 48 separate businesses supplied 560 volunteers, donating 3,390 hours of time to support 30 schools and 3,537 pupils and staff.
The total value of support donated by the private sector over 6 months was valued at over £110,000.

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Insur_space by MAPFRE has launched a new call to attract initiatives from around the world that want to grow in the insurance market. The third edition of this call for startups is aimed at companies in the early stage or growth phase that already have a product in the insurance market and want to scale, or want to enter the sector through an alliance.
Insur_space offers startups the possibility of launching a pilot in less than six months with any MAPFRE unit around the world, including the Group’s digital brands –Verti, InsureandGo and Savia–. Unlike most programs aimed at entrepreneurs, Insur_space offers up to 100,000 euros of financing without entering the shareholding of startups.
This particular call focuses on three verticals: the aging population (to address challenges such as dependency, social isolation or home care); proactive health and well-being (promoting healthy habits and improving the lives of both healthy people and those suffering illnesses); and risk, damage and claims management (for any business line in the insurance market).
Joan Cuscó, director of Insur_space, summarizes the purpose of the program in one sentence: “Together we can go further.” “The collaboration between startups and large companies is an opportunity that neither party can miss. We position ourselves as the benchmark program in the insurance sector, reducing processes to weeks that in other conditions take several months. After two years and 22 pilots launched on the market, we know perfectly what we should contribute and what we can expect in return”, he adds.
The startups participating in the program have access to MAPFRE’s 26 million clients and almost 80,000 agents and brokers worldwide, as well as historical data (conveniently anonymised in compliance with current legislation). In addition to €100,000 to cover the costs of the pilot, startups can opt for financing from Alma Mundi Ventures Insurtech, a fund participated by MAPFRE.
MAPFRE Open Innovation
The insur_space program is part of MAPFRE Open Innovation, the company’s strategic commitment to drive customer-focused transformation through partnerships and the use of emerging technologies that create a positive impact on business and society. Led by the Group Chief Innovation Officer, José Antonio Arias, MAPFRE Open Innovation is a global model with teams in the different entities and countries where the Group has a presence. All MAPFRE Open Innovation initiatives operate under a single indicator: how many clients benefit from our innovations.

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Rapid prototype is a model, is a test piece, but only small batch production, really mass production, or use the mold, but the mold cost is more expensive, if not to confirm the product usability of all aspects of the mold manufacturing, in case of error, loss is not small.
Any customer who has done rapid prototyping in a rapid prototyping factory knows that 3D design are required for rapid prototyping. Do you know why 3D design are required?2D plane drawings or product molds are not acceptable.
Because 3 d figure is also called 3 d stereogram, it can through the visual imaging system of the superposition and separation of the eye, see the hidden image of figure, standard factory will be 3 d images more clearly, to understand customers do hand-board model size, internal structure complexity and product appearance, judge a rapid prototype model production time, can accurate, fast to the customer quotation and delivery date.At the same time, whether it is CNC processing, SLA laser rapid prototyping processing or 3D printing processing, 3D design are required for programming, and then according to the functions of your products to choose the corresponding materials.
I don’t even have 2d drawings. I only have real objects. Can I make prototypes?The answer is yes, you just need to send us the physical goods, we can copy the number, and design the 3d drawings, but you need to charge extra fees.
In a word, if you want to make a rapid prototype, you need to provide 3D design in STL, IGES, STEP and other formats. If you want to make a complicated panel, that is, there are many parts, you’d better make a list, and indicate the material and processing technology on it, which will greatly improve the work efficiency.


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What in the world is the Abundant Musician Project?
A place to learn how to thrive in the world as a musician, an artist and a money making, thriving, passionate and totally awesome creative entrepreneur.
I'm Jess Voigt-Page (JVP)
A musician, entrepreneur and biz-coach who is determined to rid the world of the starving artist mentality (and replace it with abundant artists!)
I am an Australian born, Austin transplant with a dream to show you that you can have an epic life, and bring more to the world through unleashing and supporting the creative power of others.
Through the Abundant Musician Project, I help people like you dream big, reach further and achieve success through innovation, inspiration and action!
I'm a classically trained saxophonist who fell in love with music entrepreneurship after completing a masters degree in performance, and who has devoted years to the study and practice of entrepreneurship in order to give YOU relevant, cutting edge and inspiring ways to follow your dreams, and create the life you've always wanted!
MA Music Performance
HubSpot Inbound Marketing Certification
HubSpot Content Marketing Certification
Certificate in Digital Marketing
Marie Forleo's "B-School"
But here's a little more....
The Abundant Musician Project started WAY back in 2015 when I (Jess Voigt-Page, also known as JVP) got super inspired to dive deep into the world of Music based entrepreneurship and create a place where I could share my findings with my colleagues, friends and anyone who might be a teensy bit curious about being a musician and also running a business.
Being a highly trained, elite musician myself, I realized I knew very little about how to run and succeed in business, even though I had been in fact running a business for 8 years!
For someone who had been running businesses for 8 years through trial and error and a lot of on the job training, I had managed to work my way into being pretty good at it! As I grew my knowledge though, I realized that I was taking MASSIVE risks with my finances, business and in the day to day organization of my life, so I started to tweak things to cover my butt and make sure everything was working smoothly.
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Iran has announced that it is ready to respond to the International Atomic Energy Agency, one day after the agency published a new report indicating that Iran may be pursuing military goals with its nuclear activities.
ISNA quoted Ali Asghar Soltanieh, Iran’s representative at the IAEA, as saying on Saturday: “Although Iran has explicitly announced that the claims and accusations about Iran’s nuclear activities are fabricated and unfounded, in order to prove the case to the international community, we are willing to answer any possible questions from the IAEA in order to clear all doubts.”
Last Friday, IAEA chief Yukiya Amano issued a new report indicating the agency’s growing concern over the possibility that Iran’s nuclear activities have a military purpose.
Amano also touched on the possibility that Iran may be building atomic warheads.
Soltanieh criticized this section of the report “as repetitive and baseless,” adding: “We believe the agency should stick to its professional and expert activity and refrain from being influenced by political pressures.”
The head of Iran’s National Security and Foreign Policy Commission, Alaeddin Boroujerdi, also urged the IAEA chief to avoid repeating “unreal” statements.
The IAEA statement came after Russia proposed a “step by step” plan to question Iran about its nuclear program. Under the plan, Iran would be rewarded with the loosening of international sanctions every time it responds to a question.
Iran and Russia held a series of talks in August regarding the details of this plan, and Iran has expressed willingness to participate in its success.
The Russian proposal was set forth in order to break the impasse reached in the nuclear talks between the G5+1 and Iran in their last meeting in Istanbul.
Iran consistently maintains that its nuclear program is completely peaceful, while the West insists on the possibility that it may have a military end.


We’re a week into the season, which means of course there are plenty questions about teams. Teams we thought would compete (UConn) look downright terrible. Teams that were maybe thought of as second tier Final Four contenders have made points (Indiana). Regardless, people have questions and I’m here to do my best to answer them for you.
So with that out of the way, slap on the TV or WatchESPN to follow along with some of the afternoon games today while you read this and hopefully get some clarity.
There’s a couple of Big East questions as they are one of the more intriguing conferences out there, so if you hate the Big East you may not want to read these next couple. Yes, I think the Big East is the second best conference behind the ACC and just slightly above the Big 10. Villanova is clearly as good as anyone in the country as the conference flag-bearer and there’s not a ton of shitty teams. Sure, DePaul sucks and Georgetown had an embarrassing loss – but they aren’t as bad as that record shows. The middle of the group all have the potential to be NCAA Tournament teams and I could see as many as six making it from the Big East. So as the season plays on I think you see them jump the Big 12 (currently 2nd in KenPom conference rankings) as the second best conference.
The follow up Big East question here regarding Seton Hall. They got a nice road win against Iowa last night (especially nice if you took the ML with them as a dog), but I still have them as the fourth team in the Big East. You have to remember Xavier is playing without two key players in Myles Davis and Kaiser Gates. Creighton still has Marcus Foster and Mo Watson with a real nice supporting cast. If Isaiah Whitehead came back then sure I could see them in the 2nd/3rd discussion. But, right now they are still the fourth best team in the Big East. I think they are clearly a tournament team and will be ranked at some point this season. The growth of Khadeen Carrington has been awesome to see as he sort of took a backseat to the Angel Delgado and Desi Rodriguez lovefest this offseason. But right now Carrington has an eFG% of 72.5%, as a major contributor on KenPom.
I’m going with Michigan here. I was high on them coming into the season – having them 4th in the Big 10 – and they showed how good they can be when the offense is clicking last night against Marquette. What I like most about this team is the guard play and versatility they have with their lineups. If Michigan needs to go big they can play Wagner and Donnal together. DJ Wilson has improved his game and is a 6’10” matchup nightmare. You have a senior backcourt with Walton, Robinson and Irvin. Not to mention how good they are at reading the defense when cutting off the ball. I think Michigan is a team that didn’t get a ton of respect heading into the season and that was mostly due to injuries the last couple of years. But, right now they are the best team without a number next to them.
One of the most talked about rumors in quite some time is this Allonzo Trier suspension. Some think it will be all season, which will absolutely suck for the sport and for the kid. He came back to compete and would have likely been a first round pick. If he doesn’t come back, Arizona still has the talent to finish 2nd or 3rd in the Pac-12, but it’s hard to see them better than a 4/5 seed come March. I wouldn’t view them as a Final Four contender, but think more Sweet 16. Trier does so much for that team and provides a huge scoring option, which to go with Kobi Simmons would be dynamic on the wings. Luckily Arizona has a weak schedule over its next four games to figure everything out. But, without Trier I think you’re looking at a 4/5 seed.
I don’t think anything is wrong with Ethan Happ. In two of Wisconsin’s games they’ve blown out its opponents so he’s only played 20-25 minutes and against Creighton the Badgers settled for outside jumpers. That was more of a team offensive problem than anything with Happ. He’s still wildly efficient, shooting 73% from the floor through three games and has had two games with eight rebounds. I’d like to see Wisconsin get back to running its offense through him and not so much Nigel Hayes shooting 20-footers.


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Another way erasure that is bisexual spot is whenever bisexuality is accepted in women and it is maybe perhaps not accepted in guys. Males often turn out as simply homosexual given that itвЂ™s simpler to be accepted within the community that is gay. And also this comes as outcome of biphobia. Kenji Yoshino is really a appropriate scholar and Chief Justice Earl Warren Professor of Constitutional Law at ny University School of Law. He lists away three motivations for bisexual erasure inside the article in Stanford Law Review, The Epistemic Contract of Bisexual Erasure (2000),
The very first among these motivations is intimate orientation stabilization, which can be argued to alleviate individuals from the anxiety of perhaps having their intimate orientation questioned. This inspiration reinforces the fact bisexuals are webcam foot fetish merely undecided about their bisexuality and generally are basically either homosexual or heterosexual, and it also isolates, marginalizes and makes bisexuals hidden in the LGBT community.
The 2nd inspiration is the upkeep regarding the need for sex, which will be viewed as erotically important to homosexuals and heterosexuals whereas bisexuality generally seems to challenge this idea.
The next motivation may be the upkeep of monogamy since moobs or relationship is advised by traditional American tradition. But, bisexuals are usually thought by homosexuals and heterosexuals toвЂќ beвЂњintrinsically non monogamous. Therefore, people both in the principal tradition and in the queer community resist bisexuality.
Juana Maria Rodriguez contributes to YoshinoвЂ™s argument and posits that bisexuality stops working traditional understandings of sex plus the sex binary. Any discrimination because they can be вЂpassedвЂ™ as heterosexual in the LGBTQ community, many individuals are under the impression that bisexuals donвЂ™t face. This along with the negative stereotypes that surround them results in gross misrepresentation in the news and hyper sexualization of bisexual ladies.
Numerous samples of bisexuality erasure is seen when you look at the news where celebrities that are bisexual labelled as gay/lesbian or heterosexual. Most well-known of these include: Lady Gaga, Madonna, Freddie Mercury and David Bowie.
PSYCHOLOGICAL STATE IMPACTS
The consequences on psychological state on bisexual people are numerous. Because their sex can be invalidated both in the heterosexual and homosexual communities, they face more discrimination and microaggression than their counterparts that are gay/lesbian. In comparison with adults that are heterosexual bisexual grownups reported double the rate of despair and higher prices of binge consuming. Bisexual adults were additionally prone to take part in self harming behaviors, attemptsuicide or think of committing suicide than heterosexuals, lesbians or men that are gay.
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A research implies that bisexual people suffer seriously in terms of emotional and mental well being. The вЂwhom I AmвЂ™ survey interviewed two thousand people who defined as bisexual. The investigation had been posted into the Australian Journal of General Practice plus the total results had been shocking. A lot of the test, 58%, reported either high or quite high degrees of emotional stress, with histories of anxiety, despair, and disorders that are eating many common reported diagnoses. And 67% reported that they had been clinically determined to have psychological infection by specialists. Nearly half the respondents disclosed self harm or ideas about committing committing suicide in a matter of the very last couple of years. Several in four (28%) had tried committing committing committing suicide within their life and 78% had seriously considered it.
Erasure has harmful effects. As shown by statistics, bi erasure is genuine and will cause people to consider suicide a lot more than their peers that are gay/lesbian.
Bisexuality is a legitimate intimate orientation. Also it matters.
Erasing or diluting element of oneвЂ™s identification forces individuals to think they arenвЂ™t sufficient and they need to be fitted into societal containers become pleased. At all, for bisexuality to truly have the exact exact same presence whilst the gay/lesbian community, one should be sure to let them have their room to sound their opinions out. Bisexuality will get more visibility in the event that culture shuns the hetero normative view of life. As long as culture accepts that love could be for in accordance with anybody will bisexuals obtain the presence they deserve. Bisexuality is definitely an identification of the very very own.
Like Margaret Mead said, вЂњThe time has arrived, i do believe, whenever we must recognize bisexuality as a standard as a type of human behaviorif we are not able to be prepared for the well documented, normal human being capability to love people in both sexes.вЂ¦ we will not necessarily achieve discarding the straitjacket of your social values about intimate optionвЂќ

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LG announced its first SoC, a Cortex-15 and –A7 octa-core “Nuclun” with LTE-A Cat.6 tech that debuts this week in a Korea-bound LG G3 Screen Android phone.
LG Electronics has decided to follow in Samsung’s footsteps and create its own ARM system-on-chip for its mobile devices. LG, which has mostly used Qualcomm processors in the past, announced an octa-core Nuclun SoC, which will debut on a 5.9-inch, Android 4.4 based LG G3 Screen phablet that will go on sale this week in Korea.
The Nuclun uses ARM’s Big.Little technology to combine four Cortex-A15 cores clocked at 1.5GHz with four Cortex-A7 cores at 1.2GHz. It would appear that like other recent Big.Little octa-core SoCs, such as the Allwinner A83T and UltraOctaA80, or the Samsung Exynos5422, the Nuclun supports heterogeneous multi-processing (HMP). According to LG: “The number of performing cores can be adjusted based on the requirements of the task for maximum processing power or maximum energy savings.”
No details on the GPU, coprocessors, fabrication process, or I/O capabilities were provided. However, LG does tout the Nuclun for supporting the latest LTE-A Cat.6 4G technology, which is said to offer download speeds of up to 225Mbps while retaining backward compatibility with current LTE networks.
LG did provide more details on the G3 Screen smartphone. The phone “inherits the design language, camera and UX features” of the quad-core, Qualcomm Snapdragon 801-based LG G3, says LG.
The G3 Screen runs Android 4.4 on the Nuclun SoC with 2GB of RAM, and offers a 5.9-inch full HD IPS display. The G3 Screen is further equipped with 32GB of eMMC flash, expandable with a microSD slot. It provides a 13-megapixel OIS+ (optical image stabilization plus) rear-facing camera, a 2.1-megapixel front-facing cam, and a “high fidelity 1W speaker for the ultimate smartphone experience,” says LG.
The G3 Screen is touted as being the largest smartphone designed for LTE-A Cat.6 networks, delivering download speeds three times faster than regular 4G LTE networks. The 157.8 x 81.8 x 9.5mm device weighs 182 grams and runs on a 3000mAh battery.
No images were provided for the G3 Screen, but it has identical specs to an LG Liger phone leaked today on a Vietnamese site called Kenhcongnghe.vn, as reported in English by GSMArena. The Liger is said to run a homegrown LG processor called the Odin, which appears to be identical to the Nuclun. Kenhcongnghe.vn even posted Antutu 5 benchmarks, giving the Liger a much lower performance score than the LG G3, which itself was beat by the Samsung Galaxy Note 4, HTC One, and Sony Xperia Z3.
Leaked image of LG Liger
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If that sounds a bit odd, it should be noted that the despite only being quad-core instead of octa-core, the Snapdragon 801 found on the LG G3 uses a 2.5GHz Krait (Cortex-A15) core rather than the Nuclun’s 1.5GHz. Still, we’ll wait for confirmation of the benchmarks, as well as of the assumption that the Liger and G3 Screen, as well as the Odin and Nuclun, are each matched pairs.
LG follows Samsung lead toward autonomy
Autonomy seems to be order of the day among smartphone vendors. Just as Samsung makes its own chips and fields its own alternative Tizen OS in case Android — or Google’s influence on Android — becomes a liability, LG has its own readymade mobile OS in its backpocket in WebOS, and is now getting into processors.
The first Android smartphones almost universally ran on Qualcomm’s ARM-based Snapdragon. Fairly quickly, however, Texas Instruments started pushing its OMAP SoCs, primarily on Motorola devices, and Samsung began to populate its phones and tablets with its own ARM SoCs, starting with the Hummingbird.
TI has left the commercial mobile market, but Samsung reigns supreme in mobile processors thanks to its continuing dominance in Android mobile devices. All these big names, including a still thriving Qualcomm, are increasingly challenged by lower-cost processors from the likes of Allwinner, Rockchip, MediaTek, and other mostly Chinese vendors. Meanwhile, Intel has begun to nibble away with its Atom-based mobile chips, which are finally appearing in some mainstream Android devices such as the PadFone X Mini.
“With this in-house solution, we will be able to achieve better vertical integration and further diversity our product strategy against stronger competition,” stated Jong-seok Park, president and CEO of LG Electronics Mobile Communications Co. “NUCLUN will give us greater flexibility in our mobile strategy going forward.”
The LG G3 Screen will go on sale this week in Korea at an undisclosed price. More information should eventually surface on LG’s mobile processor page. More information on the Nuclun should eventually appear on LG’s website, as well.


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Most people probably know about Neil Armstrong, of course. He was the first man to walk on the Moon, on July 20th, 1969. Some might remember 'Buzz' Aldrin, the second man to walk on the Moon, with Armstrong, though they might not remember that his real name was Edwin. A few people might remember Michael Collins, who was left alone in the Command Module of Apollo 11, orbiting the Moon while his two crewmates made the historic landing down there on the Sea of Tranquility.
So that was it, was it? Three men reached the Moon, and two of them landed.
Well, no, there were other landings, as most people probably know, but what can you remember about them? How many landings were there? Could you name the third man to walk on the Moon, or the fourth?
Hmmm. It gets a bit harder there, doesn't it?
The third man to walk on the Moon was Charles 'Pete' Conrad, and the fourth was Alan Bean, on the Apollo 12 mission. Does that ring any bells? I suspect it probably doesn't, with most people, unless, like me, you're interested in the history of Space Exploration. The Command Module pilot this time was Richard Gordon, by the way, but I don't suppose many people remembered that. I certainly didn't, despite the fact that it's a subject I'm very interested in.
The next Moon mission was Apollo 13. Ah! That might be a bit easier, because they made a film about it, didn't they? Apollo 13 was damaged by a small onboard explosion on the way to the Moon, but due to the nature of space flight, they couldn't just turn around and head for home, because the craft simply wasn't designed to be able to do that. They had to continue their journey to the Moon, flip around behind it, using its gravity to swing them around, and then fire the rocket to drive them out of Moon orbit and back to Earth.
Because of the damage and loss of oxygen caused by the explosion, the crew had to live in the Lunar Module for most of the journey, with various items being jury rigged to make that possible. The LM was jettisoned shortly before re-entering Earth's atmosphere. The good news was, eventually they all made it safely back to Earth, but nobody had landed on the Moon. If you haven't remembered the names of the crew yet, and I couldn't, because I didn't see the film, they were James Lovell, Fred Haise and Jack Swigert, with Lovell and Haise being the men intended to make the landing.
The Apollo 14 mission went according to plan, and Alan Shepard and Edgar Mitchell landed safely on the Moon on February 5th, 1971. Stuart Roosa remained in the Command Module, while, down on the Moon's surface, his crew mates made two Moon walks, and Shepard whacked a couple of golf balls with an improvised golf club.
Apollo 15 was the first craft to carry a Lunar Rover to the Moon, and after a successful landing, David Scott and James Irwin travelled a total of 17.3 miles in the Rover. Alfred Worden was the Command Module pilot, and he was left alone in orbit for about three days, while his comrades were on the Moon.
Apollo 16 was crewed by John Young, Charles Duke and Thomas Mattingly, with Young and Duke making the landing, and Mattingley remaining in the Command Module. Young and Duke travelled a total of 16.6 miles in their Lunar Module, slightly less than the previous crew.
The final Apollo mission to the Moon was Apollo 17, which was the first to carry a professional geologist. Eugene Cernan and Harrison Schmitt, the geologist, made the landing, and Ron Evans stayed aloft in the Command Module. Cernan and Schmitt travelled a total distance of 22.21 miles in the Lunar Rover.
If you've been keeping count, you should know we have a total of 21 men that travelled to the Moon and back. They are Armstrong, Aldrin, Collins, Conrad, Bean, Gordon, Lovell, Haise, Swigert, Shepard, Mitchell, Roosa, Scott, Irwin, Worden, Young, Duke, Mattingly, Cernan, Schmitt and Evans. So that's it, is it? Twenty one men?
Well, actually, no. Before the actual landings, two other Apollo missions had been to the Moon and back, although there were no plans for them to land. On May 22nd, 1969, Apollo 10 crew members Thomas Stafford and Eugene Cernan did a 'dress rehearsal' of the landing, travelling to a point only 8.4 nautical miles from the Moon's surface, before returning to the Command Module, where John Young had been waiting alone. Cernan and Young later returned to the Moon, and both made landings, so we can't count them again, but we have to add Stafford to the list, bringing the total to twenty two.
The only other Apollo mission to the Moon was Apollo 8, which made ten orbits of the Moon. The crew made a television broadcast on Christmas Eve, 1968, during which they read the first ten verses of the Book of Genesis. That crew consisted of Frank Borman, William Anders and James Lovell. Lovell must have considered himself rather unlucky, because although he returned to the Moon later, it was on Apollo 13, so despite making two trips there, he never landed on the Moon.
Borman and Anders give us two more names to add to the list, making a total to date of twenty four men who have seen the far side of the Moon, with the crew of Apollo 8 obviously being the first to do so.
There were two other Apollo missions related to the Moon landings, but both were carried out in Earth orbit.
Apollo 7, launched in October 1968, was the first manned Apollo launch, and was crewed by Walter Schirra, Walter Cunningham and Donn Eisele.
Apollo 9, crewed by James McDivitt, Russell Schweickart and David Scott, carried out the first manned flight, rendezvous and docking of the Lunar Module.
Apollo 4, 5 and 6 were unmanned tests of Saturn V, IB, and V rockets respectively.
There was no Apollo mission numbered 2 or 3.
I can't end this discussion of the Apollo missions without mentioning Virgil 'Gus' Grissom, Edward White and Roger B Chafee, who died in a terrible fire in their cabin, during a ground test of systems in a Command Module on the launch pad. Although it was never intended to take off, and was therefore not technically an Apollo mission, it was subsequently designated as Apollo 1 as a mark of respect for the men who were killed. As a result of the accident, manned Apollo missions were suspended for almost two years while various problems were corrected. Full story here.
Grissom, White, and Chaffee in front of the launch pad
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Knebworth woman given cancer all-clear to walk for ‘lifeline’ charity
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A Knebworth woman who was given the all-clear from cervical cancer just two months ago will be taking on a fundraising walk tomorrow in aid of the charity which was her “lifeline”.
Laura Burlingham will be taking part in Steps for Jo’s, a 5km walk for Jo’s Cervical Cancer Trust.
The charity supported the 37-year-old after she was diagnosed with stage 3 cervical cancer in October 2017.
Speaking about that time, Laura said: “Once I had the news of my diagnosis, I was in complete shock.
“I turned to my mum, who came to my appointment with me and was in tears, and said ‘sorry’. I asked, ‘why me? What had I done to deserve this?’”
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Laura subsequently underwent gruelling radiotherapy, chemotherapy and brachytherapy, before being given the all-clear two months ago.
She will be taking on the challenge with her friend Francesca who she met through the charity’s online forum.
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“I decided to sign up to the 5k walk at Steps for Jo’s because Jo’s was my lifeline throughout my treatment,” said Laura.
“I called their helpline and went on the forum, and now it’s time to give something back. All of my family, friends and work colleagues have got behind me – which is amazing.
“I want to make more women aware of cervical cancer and how it can be prevented, as well as raising lots of money for this incredible charity.”
Robert Music, chief executive of Jo’s Cervical Cancer Trust, added: “It’s fantastic that Laura found our support services helpful and we’re so grateful that she has decided to take part in Steps for Jo’s.
“It is thanks to the efforts of our amazing fundraisers such as Laura that we’re able to continue to support the thousands of women, family and their friends who are affected every year, and run awareness campaigns to get us closer to achieving our vision of a future where cervical cancer a disease of the past.”
Steps for Jo’s is Jo’s Cervical Cancer Trust’s annual event which aims to increase awareness of cervical cancer and how it can be prevented, as well as raising vital funds.
Tomorrow’s walk will be held at the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park in London ahead of the start of Cervical Screening Awareness Week, which runs from Monday until Sunday, June 17. The event also provides the opportunity for those taking part to remember their loved ones that they have lost to the disease.
Laura has smashed her initial fundraising target of £100, having had £550 donated to her online page.
She hopes to raise even more both before and after the walk, so if you would like to donate visit www.justgiving.com/fundraising/laura-burlingham7.


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The European Union also sent requests for info to tech giants on their use of generative artificial intelligence.
The European Commission has opened a formal investigation into Chinese e-commerce site AliExpress over concerns about illegal and pornographic content on its platform.
In a statement on Thursday, the European Union’s executive arm said it would investigate the e-commerce giant under its Digital Services Act (DSA), a law requiring companies to do more to tackle illegal and harmful products on their platforms.
The probe will determine if AliExpress breached the DSA in “areas linked to the management and mitigation of risks, to content moderation and the internal complaint handling mechanism, to the transparency of advertising and recommender systems, [and] to the traceability of traders and data access for researchers,” the commission said.
Fake medicines, food, and dietary supplements sales – as well as pornographic material that the commission said minors can still access on the website – are major issues, the statement read.
How AliExpress recommends products to shoppers and whether the site complies with a rule requiring a searchable repository of adverts provided on the platform are other areas of investigation.
The move followed a “request for information” order the EU sent to Alibaba Group Holding Limited, owners of AliExpress, last November, in what was the first stage of the investigation.
In recent months, the EU has challenged the might of Big Tech companies with the DSA – which first came into force last August – and a sister law, the Digital Markets Act.
Both policies have hit tech giants with strict curbs and obligations on how they do business. So far, they have targeted “very large” platforms with more than 45 million monthly European users.
Platforms face fines that can go up to six percent of their global turnover for violations.
“The Digital Services Act is not just about hate speech, disinformation and cyberbullying,” Thierry Breton, the European Commission’s internal markets chief, said on Thursday.
“It is also there to ensure [the] removal of illegal or unsafe products … This is not negotiable.”
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On Thursday, the commission also sent requests for information to Microsoft, Alphabet, Meta, TikTok, Snapchat, X – formerly Twitter – and others regarding their use of generative artificial intelligence (AI).
Officials said they will examine whether the companies conduct risk assessments and have risk mitigation measures to tackle potentially harmful generative AI content.
Microsoft’s LinkedIn will separately receive scrutiny over whether it allows profiling in its advertising service following a complaint from civil society organisations.
Earlier in February, the commission opened formal probes into TikTok regarding concerns that the site breached transparency, minor protection, and addictive design rules.
Probes into Meta and X were also announced in December over their regulation of disinformation regarding Israel’s ongoing war on Gaza.
On Wednesday, the European Parliament greenlit the Artificial Intelligence Act, the world’s first set of rules to regulate AI. The act is expected to be endorsed by the European Council in May.

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Twelve people were evacuated from a property on Park View in Harrogate earlier today following the collapse of the gable end on the property – 22 December 2012.
A fire appliance from Harrogate and supporting officer attended to a report of a partial collapse to a block of terraced flats of four storeys in height.
On arrival, the crews confirmed a partial collapse to a gable end with the resultant rubble damaging the gas supply to the building.
Crews requested the attendance of the gas board, police and local authority structural engineers.
In addition to the former, fire control also requested the attendance of the local authority emergency planning officer and Red Cross volunteers FESS (fire & emergency support service) vehicle, for possible temporary accommodation for evacuated residents.
The twelve residents were evacuated from the premises, unharmed, and sought solace in a nearby hostelry.
After inspections by fire, structural engineers and gas board personnel, it was deemed that that all but the top floor residents could re-enter the premises, though the building’s gas supply is still isolated.
The cause of the collapse is believed to have occurred due to weathering.
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Access wrongly blamed for clinical mistakes?
Confront the problem
Has your access staff been wrongly blamed for mistakes, delays, or other problems related to clinical areas? To avoid this problem, patient access must "link themselves with clinical departments and establish a relationship a tight one," says Barbara Snodgrass, patient access manager at Legacy Mount Hood Medical Center in Gresham, OR. Snodgrass gives these recommendations:
Meet clinical managers in person.
Snodgrass and her colleagues routinely attend staff meetings in clinical areas, which gives them the opportunity to offer feedback from the access perspective.
"You're meeting with people who you may have only talked to on the phone before," she says. "You've truly made progress when a director of surgery asks you to attend more meetings to get input on what you are seeing on the front end."
This sharing might be as simple as reporting that you're seeing registrations get bogged down at a certain time of day because patient volumes have increased, which then brings up the question of whether staffing needs have changed. "Access staff may lack understanding about what clinical areas do," says Snodgrass. "They are more effective on the front end with this knowledge."
She attends ED charge nurse meetings along with her supervisor and ED registration lead, as the ED medical director wants input from everyone who services the department. "If you leave somebody out, like patient transport, patient access, or housekeeping, something won't work," Snodgrass says. "If patient access is included, our patients win."
Explain why access staff members' actions are helpful to clinical staff.
"Patient access staff tend to be very detailed people, while nursing teams want to focus on the individual," says Snodgrass. "There is sometimes a breakdown in understanding the importance of the money coming in."
Educate clinical areas that patients have a right to understand what their bill is going to be and that this understanding can result in better overall patient satisfaction in their area, Snodgrass recommends. "Otherwise, the patient is coming in worried about money because they are in the dark about what they're going to owe," she says. "If things don't go well upfront, the patient is going to come to them frustrated."
Likewise, if the patient encounters delays at registration related to clinical areas, the visit isn't likely to go well when the patient is seen finally. "You've already set the tone of the visit, and now you are trying to recover from it," says Snodgrass. "When your clinical partners realize that, there is more of a sense of collaboration."
Share your data with clinical areas.
Clinical managers might not realize that your patient access areas monitor wait times, for example, which is valuable information for them.
"They don't always understand that a lot of information we are gathering is helpful for long-term strategic planning," Snodgrass says. "Show them why specific data collection is helpful to a clinical outcome of a hospital."
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According to the latest available data, probably more than 60,000 people contract the disease each year. Lyme borreliosis Where Lyme’s desease.
Generally, hospitalizations for this pathology linked to a tick bite between June and October and children from 5 to 9 years old and adults from 70 to 79 years old would be the most affected.
Although the incidence rate tends to increase, and if not diagnosed in time, this disease can cause lasting joint pain or even partial paralysis of the extremities, the authorities have decided to distribute a map, and reiterate advice, common sense.
These marked areas in France
A team made up of researchers from the National Research Institute for Agriculture, Food and the Environment (Inrae), the National Institute for Higher Education and Research VetAgro Sup (merger of the National Veterinary School of Lyon, the National School of Engineering Agricultural Institute of Clermont and the National School of Veterinary Services), ANSES (National Agency for Food, Environmental and Occupational Health Safety) and CIRAD (Center for International Cooperation in Agricultural Research for Development) have just published a map showing the areas where ticks “Ixodes ricinus” are found most frequently.
What we see? The eastern and central regions (Alsace, Lorraine, Limousin in particular) have high annual incidence rates (more than 100 cases per 100,000 inhabitants), the western and south-eastern Mediterranean regions have lower annual incidence rates (less than 50 per 100,000 population) .
As for the Mediterranean and high mountain regions, they are the least favorable to the proliferation of ticks, and appear in green on the map.
In deciduous forests, undergrowth, pastures and meadows…
If the disease is present throughout the metropolitan territory, there are significant geographical disparities. These “Ixodes ricinus” ticks live in deciduous forests, undergrowth, pastures/meadows, they are rare in coniferous forests.
They can also be found in peri-urban wooded areas and in urban parks and private gardens. The “Ixodes ricinus” tick has never been detected in the overseas departments and regions, due to a climate not suitable for its development, but care must be taken throughout the year in case of temperate and humid climate as in Brittany.
Lyme borreliosis, or Lyme disease, what is it?
Lyme borreliosis or Lyme disease is an infectious disease caused by a bacterium of the Borrelia burgdorferi sensu lato complex transmitted to humans by the bite of infected ticks, explains Public Health France. Lyme borreliosis is the most common tick-borne disease in France.
How do these ticks behave?
Ticks are mites that take “their blood meal” from animals, and humans are accidental hosts, underlines Public Health France. The search for a host for its blood meal is carried out when the environmental conditions are optimal (humidity, temperature).
The Ixodes ricinus tick’s developmental cycle takes place in several stages, and the length of this cycle varies from two to six years, the researchers determined. From the egg a larva is born that transforms into a nymph (2 mm) and then an adult (3-4 mm). A blood meal in a host is required for egg laying by the adult female tick and at every stage of its development.
The “Ixodes ricinus” tick then becomes infected by feeding on the blood of hosts contaminated with the bacteria “Borrelia burgdorferi sensu lato”.
The “blood meal” lasts from three to seven days depending on the stage. At the end of the “meal”, the tick detaches itself from its host and falls into the vegetation.
The main reservoir hosts of Borrelia burgdorferi sensu lato? They are small wild mammals (voles, field mice, squirrels, etc.). Certain species of birds or reptiles are also reservoirs. Large mammals such as deer are hosts for adult ticks, but incompetent reservoirs of Borrelia burgdorferi, that is, unable to transmit the bacteria to an uninfected tick.
The “blood meal” lasts from three to seven days depending on the stage. At the end of the “meal”, the tick detaches itself from its host and falls into the vegetation. It needs a minimum of humidity to survive (80%) and can wait several months to move on to the next stage of the cycle or lay its eggs if it is a female tick.
How is Lyme disease spread to humans?
Borrelia burgdorferi is transmitted to humans through the bite of an infected tick of the Ixodes ricinus complex. During the “blood meal” that follows the bite, bacteria from the tick’s gut pass into its salivary glands.
Salivary transmission depends on contact time and tick infestation rate.
In US studies, the risk of transmission appears low for attachment durations of less than 72 hours. In Europe, experimental and clinical data have shown that this period would be shorter with a higher risk after 24 hours of connection, details Public Health France.
Humans can be bitten by a tick at any stage of development (larvae, nymphs, adults), but nymphs appear to be responsible for the majority of transmissions. Lyme borreliosis is not spread from person to person, or by direct contact with animals, or through food, or by the bite of other insects.
What are the symptoms of Lyme disease?
How to know if you are sick? Most commonly, you will experience a skin rash “called erythema migrans”. The symptoms of Lyme borreliosis depend on the stage of the disease. The first occurs 3 to 30 days after the tick bite. It is characterized by this typical skin manifestation. It is “an erythematous spot, at the site of the tick bite, painless and with annular and centrifugal growth,” details Public Health France.
Erythema migrans is the most common manifestation (60 to 90% of cases) and the most suggestive of Lyme borreliosis.
Neurological manifestations are also possible (facial paralysis, isolated meningitis, acute myelitis). And more rarely joint manifestations (arthritis with the notion of effusion of a large joint such as the knee), skin (borrelian lymphocytoma), cardiac or ophthalmological. Symptoms that can occur several months or even years after the tick bite. Therefore, it is advisable to perform a serological test to look for specific antibodies against Borrelia burgdorferi sensu lato.
How to treat Lyme disease?
To overcome Lyme borreliosis, antibiotic treatment is sometimes necessary. In the early localized stage, antibiotic therapy allows healing of erythema migrans but also prevents disease progression.
There is currently no vaccine available against Lyme borreliosis or against tick bites. However, there is a vaccine available against tick-borne encephalitis (but it does not protect against other tick-borne infections such as Lyme Borreliosis).
How to protect yourself from ticks?
It is advisable to walk along well marked trails, without dense vegetation and tall grass, wearing clothing that covers, possibly impregnated with repellents. Wearing light colored clothing also makes it easier to spot ticks that have not yet attached to the skin.
If you think you have found a tick, a careful examination (because the tick, in the nymph stage, is only 1 to 3 mm long) of the body after exposure to the risk of bites is necessary. Special attention should be paid to “skin folds, the back of the knees, the armpits, the genital areas, the navel, and, particularly in young children, the scalp, the neck, the back of the ears”, list the authorities. .
It may be helpful to re-inspect the next day because the tick, partially engorged with blood, will be more visible.
Another important tip is to remove the tick as quickly as possible to avoid Borrelia transmission because the risk of transmission increases with attachment time. Use a tick hook (available at pharmacies) if possible, otherwise fine tweezers or tweezers (do not pull the tick with your fingers) and disinfect the bite site after tick removal.
Then monitor the bite area for four weeks. In case of appearance of migratory erythema (red and round plaque) or general signs (fever, malaise, body aches) you should consult your doctor. Several infections can be transmitted by ticks in France in addition to Lyme Borreliosis, but they are much rarer.
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4 Things to Look for in your Alfalfa Crop in 2018
Alfalfa is a high-value crop that deserves to be diligently scouted and managed just like corn or soybeans. No matter how you use or market your alfalfa, it represents a significant investment of labor and money. Take the time to treat it right. Here are some of the top things you’ll need to know to make your alfalfa everything it can be.
Good Management Practices for a Good Stand
- Plant ¼”- ½” into a firm seedbed to control seed depth. The seed bed should be firm enough to only leave footprints as deep as the alfalfa is planted as you walk across it. Planting into a loose seedbed often allows seeds to end up at varying depths, resulting in uneven stands. Avoid surface application unless follow-up packing is performed.
- Seed-to-soil contact is crucial. Water must leave the soil particle and enter the seed coat before the tiny seed can germinate. Press wheel drills, cultipackers, or other roller-type devices help increase seed-to-soil contact and the number of seedlings that germinate and become established plants.
Put boots on the ground.
- It may sound obvious, but you can’t control what you can’t see. Be sure to scout your alfalfa fields, or have your agronomist do it, on a regular basis. For greater insights, pair these scouting efforts with the ag technology your agronomist offers, one of these tools includes Winfield United’s R7. A Field Monitoring tool which can quickly alert you to critical field issues such as depleted biomass, disease, and insects.
Proper Trait Selection
- Harvxtra® Alfalfa
The most advanced alfalfa available today, it reduces non-digestible lignin content beyond what is possible with conventional breeding. Farmers can choose to delay harvest up to 7-10 days to attain greater yield without sacrificing quality. Trials showed CROPLAN® HarvXtra® alfalfa varieties with three cuttings at 35-day intervals achieved 20 percent more forage yield over the life of the stand than conventional alfalfa with four cuttings at 28-day intervals. This gives farmers the flexibility to maintain current harvest schedules for improved quality, or delay harvest for greater yield potential without sacrificing quality. HarvXtra® doesn’t just appeal to farmers, it is also a great option for the cattlemen. With the reduction of non-digestible lignin it makes an amazing alfalfa to graze out.
Key Variety: HarvaTron
- Roundup Ready Alfalfa
Proven performance on controlling weeds during the establishment period for higher yield potential over the life of the stand. This herbicide offers the broadest application flexibility, growers only need to wait only five days before grazing or harvest. Helps deliver a higher percentage of pure alfalfa for more high-quality hay, especially in the seedling year.
- Conventional Alfalfa
Developed through conventional breeding and is not the result of genetic engineering. Has excellent characteristics for high forage quality and excellent yield potential. Developed with high resistance to several key insects and diseases.
Local Diseases and Insects to Watch For
Aphanomyces is a disease that can destroy a first year stand. It is a fungal plant disease that weakens seedlings and causes root pruning. Once thought to only be caused by wet conditions at planting, Aphanomyces is now known to occur in soils with normal amounts of moisture. Most damage occurs to seedlings, but infection can take place any time throughout the growing season. Plan on choosing a variety (ex. Rebound 6XT, Harvatron, or RR AphaTron 2XT) that is resistant to Aphanomyces Races 1 and 2 if you’re planting into wetter, heavier soils, or have had trouble in the past getting a stand established due to wet soil. Also look for varieties that come treated with Stamina fungicide to protect against multiple races of Aphanomyces, like Harvatron, all RR varieties, Legendairy HXD, and Rebound 6XT.
Leafhoppers damage occurs though direct insect feeding on the sap of alfalfa. It’s a piercing-sucking insect that causes injury referred to as hopper burn. This is identified by necrosis of leaflets starting at the tips and margins resulting in defoliation. Monitoring fields for populations and correctly identifying the leafhopper is essential to good management. Insecticide applications a few days after cutting alfalfa or planting leafhopper resistant varieties like Trailblazer are good management options.
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