Theatre month launched
September is NZ Theatre Month, with more than 450 shows and events staged by more than 70 organisations including professional theatre companies, community theatre groups, schools and other institutions around the country, including Hamilton and the wider Waikato.
Each show will bring its own special magic to the stage.
Hundreds of Kiwis will participate in the creation of shows, while thousands more are already enjoying the festival as audience members.
NZ Theatre Month is the brainchild of New Zealand playwright Roger Hall aided by arts figure Malcolm Calder.
The festival is the culmination of the duo’s years of championing for a month of celebrations dedicated to New Zealand theatre, with the ethos behind the month being to ‘celebrate and elevate’ Aotearoa’s theatre.
The programme includes all theatre which is ‘conceived in NZ’, and open to the public in September.
The curtain opened on NZ Theatre Month last weekend at Takapuna’s Bruce Mason Centre with a tribute to Bruce Mason, the godfather of NZ theatre. On Monday there was an official launch at Parliament in Wellington.
Jam-packed with a diverse showcase of works from Aotearoa, NZ Theatre Month is 30 days of celebrating ambitious theatre that is made by the people, for the people.


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The challenges faced by South African healthcare professionals as a result of the aggressive litigation landscape include rising professional indemnity costs, stress and burnout.
To help address this, the Professional Provident Society (PPS), the financial services company focused wholly on providing solutions for graduate professionals, has launched a professional medical indemnity product, the PPS Health Professions Indemnity (HPI). This development is in partnership with ProAssurance Corporation, one of America’s leading experts in medical professions indemnity. The goal is to provide healthcare professionals with a lifelong, sustainable indemnity product, which will give them the peace of mind to practise their profession without constant concern about the financial implications of medical malpractice litigation.
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This development in the market came at an opportune moment. A large proportion of South Africa’s healthcare professionals are faced with challenging work environments that impact on their personal health, according to the 2019 PPS Graduate Professional Index (GPI). Up to 73% of medical respondents admitted to being depressed and suffering from burnout, due to long hours (38%) and poor working conditions (23%).
Van der Sandt elaborated: “Medical professionals are reaching their own tipping point, as a result of working conditions. The chronic shortage of doctors and other health professionals, and a strained public healthcare system are putting medical professionals at greater risk of suffering from stress and burnout. This could ultimately lead to increased medical errors with the potential of increased medical malpractice litigation.”
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The nose is an important part of the human body, allowing you to enjoy the smells of the world. Allergies, colds and other problems can cause the nose to function at less than its best. Whether your nose is simply dry because of allergies or because you've had a surgery for your sinuses, there are ways to care for your nose until it reaches full health again.
If you are experiencing serious medical symptoms, seek emergency treatment immediately.
Breathe in warm steam two to four times a day to help moisten the nose and prevent dryness. This can be done by taking a hot shower or by filling the bathroom sink with hot water and placing a towel over your head while leaning close to the sink. Continue to run the hot water as needed.
Do not use nasal sprays more than recommended on the bottle unless instructed by a doctor. Over-the-counter sprays can help with allergies or colds, but using them too often can irritate the nose and worsen the problem.
Place a vaporizer or a humidifier in your room to keep the air moist when you are not breathing in steam to help prevent dryness in the nose.
Dip a cotton swab in warm water or a salt water mix of 1/2 tsp. of salt in 12 ounces of water to gently soak and loosen any crust that is stuck to the inside of your nose. Only use the cotton swab at the entrance of the nose, do not stick it deep inside. Repeat once at night and once in the morning.
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Can your intestines fall out when you poop
Rectal prolapse is when your rectum — the last section of your large intestine — drops down or slides out of your anus.
While that may sound scary, it’s typically not considered a medical emergency.
However, the longer you have the condition, the worse it can get..
What happens if you eat poop
According to the Illinois Poison Center, eating poop is “minimally toxic.” However, poop naturally contains the bacteria commonly found in the intestines. While these bacteria don’t harm you when they’re in your intestines, they’re not meant to be ingested in your mouth.
Why do I always smell like poop
Odor symptoms alone are rarely a serious problem. However, bad breath that smells like feces may be a sign of a serious gastrointestinal disorder, and breath with a fruity odor may indicate diabetic ketoacidosis.
When did humans start wiping their bums
The Early Days of Toilet Paper The earliest historical accounts of using wads of tissue paper to clean up after… well, afterward, are found in the 6th century. The first toilet paper was manufactured on a large scale for that particular use, occurring in what is today Zhejiang province in the 14th century.
Why does it feel so good to poop
According to the authors, this feeling, which they call “poo-phoria,” occurs when your bowel movement stimulates the vagus nerve, which runs from your brainstem to your colon. Your vagus nerve is involved in key bodily functions, including digestion and regulating your heart rate and blood pressure.
Is it possible to poop out your insides
Prolapse occurs when the rectum becomes unattached inside the body and comes out through the anus, effectively turning itself inside out. Rectal prolapse is a relatively rare condition, with the American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons estimating that it affects less than 3 in every 100,000 people.
How many pounds of poop can be in your intestines
John Wayne, depending on which product’s info you’re reading, was found to have anywhere from forty to eighty pounds of impacted matter in his colon.
What is the white stuff that comes out of your bum
It may be watery or jelly-like, and be clear, white, yellowish, pinkish or brown. The most common types of anal discharge are: Mucus – a jelly-like substance that’s naturally found in the gut; white or yellow mucus may mean there’s an infection, while a pink or red colour may indicate blood.
Why does my bottom smell fishy
Is a Fishy Smell From Haemorrhoids Normal? It could be a sign of a number of issues, but is more than likely piles related. The smell is most likely anal discharge from the rectum, produced by the mucus membrane, as opposed to the leaking of faecal matter (poo), due to loss of sphincter control.
Does constipation make your breath stink
Digestive Issues Poor digestion, constipation, or bowel disorders can all cause unfortunate odor on the breath. If you frequently experience acid reflux, the odors from recently consumed foods may easily make their way back up the esophagus and out the mouth, causing bad breath.
Is it better for poop to float or sink
Healthy Poop (Stool) Should Sink in the Toilet Floating stools are often an indication of high fat content, which can be a sign of malabsorption, a condition in which you can’t absorb enough fat and other nutrients from the food you’re ingesting.
Can you poop out your mouth
It’s possible to poop out of your mouth “If you have an obstruction generally in the lower small intestine or within the colon, you can eat food but it has nowhere to go,” says Dr. … Fecal vomiting is usually accompanied by abdominal pain, dehydration, and constipation, and untreated blockages could lead to death.
What happens if prolapse is left untreated
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How can I clear my bowels every morning
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**This blog post was first published on November 20, 2023. It was updated January 15, 2024 to incorporate a recent decision by the Federal Court of Canada on the fees to be paid to class counsel in Moushoom v. Canada, the on-reserve child welfare and Jordan’s Principle class action (decision available here)
In recent years, there have been an increasing number of class action lawsuits alleging systemic discrimination against Indigenous peoples resulting in large financial settlements – and large payments for plaintiffs’ counsel in the millions of dollars. The receipt of such large fees for class counsel raises important questions about the role of class actions in redressing systemic injustices faced by Indigenous peoples and the challenges associated with calculating “fair” fees for lawyers on these cases. While class actions can be a useful tool for access to justice and systemic change, creating ethical relations of care for the vulnerabilities that Indigenous peoples also experience is a necessary consideration by lawyers, judges, and legal professionals who are tasked with managing these complex cases.
In the legal community, we are in an era of healing after the litigation and settlement of Indian Residential School claims, as described succinctly by the Executive Summary of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission report:
The criminal prosecution of abusers in residential schools and the subsequent civil lawsuits were a difficult experience for Survivors. The courtroom experience was made worse by the fact that many lawyers did not have adequate cultural, historical, or psychological knowledge to deal with the painful memories that the Survivors were forced to reveal. The lack of sensitivity that lawyers often demonstrated in dealing with residential school Survivors resulted, in some cases, in the Survivors’ [sic] not receiving appropriate legal service. These experiences prove the need for lawyers to develop a greater understanding of Aboriginal history and culture as well as the multi-faceted legacy of residential schools.
As a legal community, we could have strong ethical guidance from the Indigenous Nations themselves as we are joining them on their journey to justice and reconciliation. We offer this blog post as a way of addressing some of the opportunities and challenges of class actions, and ethical ways forward.
Class Actions Can Allow for a More Efficient Resolution of Matters
Class action lawsuits enable Indigenous individuals, and more recently Indigenous communities, to address a wide range of issues, including federal and provincial discriminatory practices, Charter violations, residential school abuses, and environmental damage. These cases often involve collective harm and require significant resources to pursue. Class actions allow many plaintiffs to join forces, pooling their claims and resources.
Most recently, the Federal Court has approved a $23 billion settlement agreement for First Nations children and their families who have experienced racial discrimination through Canada’s underfunding of on-reserve family services. Although particular compensation eligibility criteria has not yet been made available to potential claimants and the public, it is the largest settlement agreement in Canadian history. This settlement is the result of a decades long fight by the First Nation Caring Society against Canada at the Canadian Human Rights Tribunal. In 2016, the First Nations Caring Society successfully proved that First Nations children and families experienced racial discrimination. This was done through the formulas that supported under-funding of on-reserve children in the child welfare system. In cases such as this one, the principle of equality is at issue. This is true of many class actions that involve Indigenous people because they often involve claims of discrimination.
Another recent example is the 2021 settlement between Canada and certain First Nations whose members were subject to drinking water advisories. The settlement included compensation and commitments by Canada to fund infrastructure and provide access to safe drinking water to First Nations. Discussions regarding safe drinking water for First Nations is an ongoing pressing concern; the class action was one step to working towards ensuring that this basic human right is met.
One of the largest class actions regarding Indigenous people was with respect to Residential Schools. In 2006, courts in nine provinces and territories issued reasons approving a national settlement for Residential Schools in Canada The courts of each province and territory ordered that the actions be terminated by the Settlement Agreement into a single nationwide action. The action and subsequent negotiation of this Settlement Agreement required Canada to acknowledge and make amends for its participation in Residential Schools and the vitiation of human rights and genocide which it perpetuated. The Settlement Agreement included a Common Experience Payment and Independent Assessment as well as the Truth and Reconciliation Commission.
Challenges with Class Action Lawsuits
While class actions have many benefits, they are not without their challenges. There is a built-in opportunity for unscrupulous lawyers to take advantage of the complexity of class actions to secure exorbitant fees, leaving Indigenous plaintiffs with inadequate compensation (where legal fees are paid from the overall settlement or award). This exploitation can hinder efforts of reconciliation and self-determination and may exacerbate existing power imbalances between the Indigenous people and law firms. There is also the problem of agency and not having enough client direction on some of these class action litigation matters, leaving lawyers with increased responsibility to find ways to ascertain if solutions are truly workable as they are implementing policy reform in Indigenous communities.
Contingency Fees Explained
Due to their complexities, class action lawsuits are generally costly to pursue. Law firms can either bill clients hourly or through contingency fees, and usually use the latter in class action lawsuits. A contingency fee is one that is only charged if the lawsuit is successful and usually represents a percentage of the total settlement or amount awarded. The benefit of a contingency fee agreement to clients is clear: no up-front fees, which allows individuals or communities with limited financial resources to bring these large, significant cases forward. The risk is 100% borne by the lawyer or firm conducting the work; they only get paid if a settlement is successfully negotiated or there is a successful outcome in court.
The contingency fee charged is usually agreed to in the retainer agreement. The contingency fee is usually a percentage of the final settlement or award and is often (but not always) deducted from the settlement or award, in which case it directly impacts (by lowering) the final amount the clients receive. Different jurisdictions regulate contingency fee agreements differently. For example, in Ontario, the Solicitors Act, RSO 1990, c S.15 and its regulations impose certain rules that lawyers must follow if they are using a contingency fee arrangement.
Contingency fees and the risk-reward payoff for the plaintiffs’ counsel may make most sense where each individual class member suffered minimal damages, since this can make individual action representation prohibitively expensive but collective action legal representation feasible. However, sometimes contingency fee arrangements amount to a windfall for plaintiffs’ counsel. This is especially so in lawsuits intended to provide restitution for historical injustices and harms or where the work entailed was not of the same amount or complexity originally contemplated.
Revisiting Contingency Fees
In the recent $23 billion settlement regarding on-reserve child welfare and Jordan’s Principle approved by the Federal Court, the class action lawyers (“class counsel”) agreed to cap their fees at $80 million. Many, including the federal government, questioned the reasonableness of this amount. They pointed to the moderate risk in pursuing the case (the federal government had already stated publicly that it would compensate First Nations people affected by the discrimination), the fact that the class action built on the success of a different legal proceeding – a hard-fought victory at the Canadian Human Rights Tribunal where an order for compensation was obtained – and the inequitably large amount going to class counsel as compared to the compensation received by the claimants.
Courts generally do not review agreements for fairness or adequacy of the consideration, or the value given by one party in return for goods, services, or other promise. However, the courts are willing to review lawyer’s retainer agreements, including contingency fee agreements, to determine whether they are reasonable. This is because there is an inherent conflict – the client is negotiating an agreement with a party from whom they would normally seek advice – and there is a power imbalance of information and knowledge. In the context of class actions, legislation in different jurisdiction requires courts to review legal counsel fees. For example, Rule 334.4 of the Federal Courts Rules, SOR/98-106, requires that court approval be obtained prior to any payment being made to class counsel.
In the recent $23 billion settlement at the Federal Court, the class action lawyers and the lawyers for Canada eventually reached an agreement that class counsel should be paid $50 million for the work done up to the time of the settlement approval. They submitted this agreement to the Federal Court for approval. On December 21, 2023, Justice Aylen released her decision finding this amount to be “excessive” and lowering it to $40 million. She considered the non-exhaustive list of 10 factors articulated in earlier Federal Court decisions, noting that while the weight that the Court should give to each factor will be case-specific, the two that are generally the most important are (i) risk undertaken by class counsel, and (ii) results achieved.
Justice Aylen emphasized the important role of the Court in ensuring that class counsel fees do not result in windfalls.
She determined that in the context of a “mega-fund settlement” such as the one before here, the focus of the Court’s analysis in determining what is fair and reasonable should be on the actual dollar amount of the fee. She considered the evidence provided by class counsel about the number of hours billed (24,000) and the hourly rates (from $1480-$975), resulting in a total of $17.591 million as the billable total. While she had some concern with the lack of detail about how the 24,000 hours were spent, the minimal evidence justifying the hourly rates, and “the lack of rigour applied by Canada to these issues”, she nonetheless accepted $17.591 million as the actual fees. She provided the following guidance for the future:
Counsel are cautioned, however, that the Court expects a greater rigour to be applied by Class Counsel in justifying the reasonableness of their actual fees and where a party opposes the reasonableness of the requested fee, a similarly greater rigour is required to explain the basis for the opposition. Class actions cannot be an open-ended invitation for class counsel to docket their time without regard to productivity, knowing that there is no client who will scrutinize their dockets in the same manner that a traditional paying client would do. Moreover, the use of inflated hourly rates, which has the effect of artificially increasing the amount of actual fees, is a further mischief to which this Court is alert and it will not be tolerated.
Justice Aylen then considered the non-exhaustive list of 10 factors, focusing primarily on the risk undertaken by class counsel and the results achieved. She found that the risk incurred by class counsel was at the low end of the spectrum for a number of reasons, including that the class actions built on results obtained in a separate proceeding at the Canadian Human Rights Tribunal and class counsel “sought to financially benefit from those efforts.” In considering the historic quantum of the settlement, the size of the class, and the inclusion of non-financial benefits in the settlement, Justice Aylen concluded that the result achieved was “very significant.” She ultimately decided that $40 million plus disbursement and applicable taxes was a fair and reasonable amount. The amount of counsel fees for work completed as the settlement is implemented, is capped at a maximum of $5 million.
This is not the only case where supervising courts have found contingency fees proposed by class counsel to be unreasonable. In 2022, the Alberta Court of Appeal decided that a contingency fee agreement that was entered into with the Tallcree First Nation was unreasonable at the time it was entered into, not just in hindsight. The Nation was awarded $57.6 million based on a formula that took into account the number of band members in a specific claim regarding agricultural benefits under Treaty 8. According to the contingency fee agreement, the law firm should have received $11.5 million, representing 20% of the claim. However, based on the anticipated amount of the claim and the anticipated amount of work at the time the agreement was entered into, the Court decided that a 20% contingency fee represented an unreasonably rate and agreed with the lower court’s reduction of the fee to $3 million.
Another example comes from an Ontario ruling regarding a “sixties scoop” settlement. The Court there approved a massive settlement minus the $75 million legal fees. The court called the fees “excessive and unreasonable” and warned about simply relying on a percentage without also considering the total amount claimed and the work performed.
Creating Equitable and Reasonable Contingency Fee Agreements
Balancing the need for accessible legal representation with the principles of supporting reconciliation and self-determination is essential in Indigenous class actions. And with the federal government indicating that it will not regulate lawyers’ fees, it is left to the legal profession to ensure its fees are fair. Several steps can help achieve this balance:
- Ethical Standards: Lawyers and law firms involved in Indigenous class actions must adhere to strict ethical standards, ensuring that their own financial interests do not compromise the pursuit of reconciliation and justice on behalf of their clients.
- Transparent and Reasonable Fee Agreements: Transparent and reasonable fee agreements should be established, with a clear mechanism for oversight to prevent exploitation. Reliance on percentages of a total award or settlement may not be appropriate in all circumstances, so some flexibility and creativity, including a reconsideration of what is considered “reasonable” may be needed to achieve this goal.
- Collaboration: Legal representatives should work collaboratively with Indigenous communities, respecting their goals and timelines, and involving them in decision-making processes. Collaboration is fundamental if there is policy reform in the mix. Collaboration includes ensuring the appropriate individuals or group represent the class members in instructing their legal team and that there is clear connection to Indigenous peoples’ self-determination in how the litigation goes from claim to Court and potentially into settlement negotiations.
- Legal Aid: Enhanced government support for legal aid in Indigenous class actions can reduce the reliance on contingency fees and make justice more accessible.
While class actions may be a useful tool in the pursuit of justice for Indigenous peoples, more attention and care is required for those who are considering bringing class actions because of the vulnerability of individuals involved. We have provided a few examples of equitable and reasonable contingency fees, but there is much more work and thoughtful attention needed to push these conversations forward to fully actualize principles of fairness in conjunction with equality and reconciliation in class actions.
We will leave the final word to former UN Special Rapporteur, James Anaya, this quote also appeared in the Truth and Reconciliation report (Volume 6) in relation to the Declaration being the reconciliation framework for Canada. Class Actions, in collaboration with Indigenous Nations, can meet the spirit and intent of self-determination found in the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples.
It is perhaps best to understand the Declaration and the right of self-determination it affirms as instruments of reconciliation. Properly understood, self-determination is an animating force for efforts toward reconciliation – or perhaps, more accurately, conciliation – with peoples that have suffered oppression at the hands of others. Self-determination requires confronting and reversing the legacies of empire, discrimination, and cultural suffocation. It does not do so to condone vengefulness or spite for past evils, or to foster divisiveness but rather to build a social and political order based on relations of mutual understanding and respect. this is what the right of self-determination of indigenous peoples, and all other peoples, is about.
 Ibid., at paras 104, 107.
 Ibid., at paras 114, 119-120.
 Ibid., at para 120.
 Ibid., at para 125.
 Ibid., at paras 139-142.
 Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada, Honouring the truth, reconciling for the future: Summary of the final report of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada (Winnipeg: Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada, 2015) <https://ehprnh2mwo3.exactdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Executive_Summary_English_Web.pdf>
 The Court also ordered $20 billion for long-term reform of that system. First Nations Child and Family Caring Society of Canada et al. v. Attorney General of Canada (for the Minister of Indian and Northern Affairs Canada), 2016 CHRT 2.
 Ibid at para 2.
 Olivia Stefanovich, “Ottawa says lawyers don’t deserve $80 million for First Nation child welfare settlement” (29 October 2023), online: CBC News https://www.cbc.ca/news/politics/first-nations-child-welfare-settlement-human-rights-tribunal-1.7010805 at para 30.
 Ibid at para 18.
 Moushoom v. Canada (Attorney General), 2023 FC 1739 (CanLII), at para 11, <https://canlii.ca/t/k1x7f#par11>, retrieved on 2024-01-03.
 Patrick White, “Ottawa wont regulate how lawyers bill First Nations clients after concerns raised over ‘unfair’ fees” (16 August 2023), online: The Globe and Mail https://www.theglobeandmail.com/canada/article-first-nations-clients-legal-fees/.
 James Anaya, “The Right of Indigenous Peoples to Self Determination in the Post Declaration Era,” in C. Charters and R Stavenhagen, Making the Declaration Work: The United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples, (Copenhagen: International Work Group for Indigenous Affairs, 2009) at 197.

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A few important vehicle devices-the Mercedes Benz S450Axle Assembly specifically-may take serious damage from regular off-road driving. Since the wear that comes with going over road bumps and also a tough ground is increased twofold, the aging of parts is sooner than usual. It's easy to avoid those sudden vehicle difficulties while driving by figuring out if your device is already failing. Just make sure that you quickly perform the necessary fix when you've seen that your component went bad.
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Who Are Richard Moll’s Children Who Are Chloe And Mason Moll?
A famous name is making waves on the internet, and that is the name of Richard Moll. But why is he trending? It’s not about his acting career, it’s about his family, especially his children. Richard Moll, a famous American actor, has captured the hearts of many with his outstanding performances. Let’s dive into this article to know more about his children and family.
Richard Moll’s acting career: Richard is a talented American actor who has shown his acting skills in various roles. He first came into the limelight with his role in the movie “Brigham” in 1977, where he portrayed Joseph Smith. His breakthrough came in 1984 when he starred in “Night Court” as Bull, earning praise for his performance. Over the years, he continued to play numerous roles in films and television shows, cementing his reputation in the entertainment industry.
Meet Richard Moll’s children: Now, let’s shift the focus to Richard Moll’s family. He has two children, Chloe Moll and Mason Moll. Chloe is his daughter and Mason is his son. The two are the pride and joy of the famous actor. But who are their mothers? Let’s dig into it.
Marriages of Richard Moll: Richard Moll’s journey through life included marriage to two extraordinary women. His first wife was Laura Klass, and their union took place in 1988, but unfortunately, it only lasted until 1992. After that, he found love again and tied the knot with Susan Brown in 1993. Their marriage lasted until 2005, and for that time, they became parents to Chloe and Mason.
Siblings in combination: Richard Moll’s family tree goes back further, as he also has two stepchildren. These half siblings are Cassandra Card and Morgan Ostling. Although they may not share a biological bond, the bond of love and family binds them together. It is important to recognize the importance of these relationships in Richard Moll’s life.
A sad farewell to Richard Moll: It is with heavy hearts that we have to share the tragic news that Charles Richard Moll has passed away. His sudden and shocking death left a deep sense of sadness in the hearts of many. The outpouring of grief on social media is testament to the impact it has had on people’s lives. Richard Moll’s contributions to the world of entertainment and his lasting legacy will not be forgotten. Our thoughts and prayers go out to his family at this difficult time.
Conclusion: In conclusion, Richard Moll, a successful American actor, has left behind a legacy in his acting career and his family. His children, Chloe and Mason, as well as stepchildren, Cassandra and Morgan, are a testament to the love and relationships that defined his life. While we mourn his passing, we also celebrate the joy and inspiration he brought to so many.


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Plantar Fasciitis and Cortisone-steroid injectionsThe goal is to decrease the inflammation directly at the site of the problem. When an oral anti-inflammatory medication is taken, it has to go throughout the whole body. But if animation regulation of gene expression by steroid hormones have a painful heel, you are not getting the ideal therapeutic dosage. So, when a cortisone injection is done we are able to put a therapeutically steroid injection foot plantar fasciitis dosage of the medication steroid injection foot plantar fasciitis where it is needed. Often times we are able to use ultrasound guidance to make certain that the cortisone is placed in the exact location necessary. This has several benefits; sferoid can use a lower dosage by having it exactly where it is needed. Also we can avoid injecting into areas where it's not as effective or specificallycould cause fxsciitis problems.
The real risks of steroid injection for plantar fasciitis, with a review of conservative therapies
Plantar fasciitis is a common foot ailment that affects millions of people across the globe. Whether via injuries or natural inflammation, PF does cause varying degrees of pain for sufferers. In extreme cases, sufferers can even experience severe immobility and walking issues.
While there are a range of conservative treatments available, not all guarantee timely and lasting results. Depending on your specific needs, your podiatrist or foot specialists will formulate a strategic plan of action. This can include medicines and orthotics, along with surgical procedures for extensive cases.
To help reduce swelling and inflammation, cortisone. Cortisone injections are designed to alleviate the pain associated with heel pain and other foot and ankle related problems. This is done by targeting the affected areas and bringing down the swelling and inflammation. Due to constant immobility in cases of extreme PF, sufferers may also see a build-up of water that can reach as high as the knees. Cortisone shots eliminate the water problems, while mainly focusing on eliminating all levels and degrees of ankle pain.
Like oral medications for PF, cortisone therapeutically soothes the damaged an affected areas. The injection also pinpoints the exact areas where the foot and heel pain emanate from. Ultrasounds Ultrasounds are also synonymous with cortisone injections for foot problems. With ultrasound guidance , foot specialists can ensure the cortisone reaches its desired destination. Dosages can then be lowered or increased based on patient needs. While cortisone injections do work for PF sufferers, injections into non-injured or affected areas may cause potential problems.
If directly injected into the fascia, there is a high risk for weakness and even partial tears. How long does it take for Cortisone shots to work? While results vary, it usually takes days for the cortisone injections to work on average. This is due to acting component of the cortisone, which is in a crystalline form. Upon injection, the acting component must be accepted and usable by the body. While the affected areas may hurt even after the injections are administered, the days following are crucial in allowing the cortisone to reach the desired areas and work its magic.
The result is a dramatic decrease in pain, inflammation, and swelling. If after 3 days you still see no significant change or decrease in pain, contact your foot doctor right away. You may need another round of shots to ensure effective, timely, and lasting results for PF related issues. How long does the Cortisone last? While each patient is different, cortisone injections usually last around 3 weeks. In most cases, however, the shots can last for up to 3 months.
While the cortisone shots are surely an option, you must be your own advocate. This includes frequent visits to the podiatrist to monitor any changes in pain management. You must also notify your physician if the pain returns at mild to excruciating levels. Your foot specialist will continue to work in pinpointing the exact causes of your foot discomfort. This can include stress, along with obesity and especially injuries related to sports or even walking.
The ultimate goal in using cortisone shots is to reduce the pain, swelling, and inflammation associated with PF. If after 3 weeks you still see no significant change, your podiatrist will evaluate the situation and recommend further steps to be taken e. For more information on cortisone shots for PF, continue to check the weekly blogs at Footlogics. As an industry leader in orthotics, Footlogics is committed to helping PF sufferers effectively address and tackle their issues.
Plantar Fasciitis and Cortisone-steroid injections Plantar fasciitis is a common foot ailment that affects millions of people across the globe.


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In this YouTube video, Samantha Riott records her poem “Sing-along” on “Absolute Excremental” for “POPschutz,” the Heroes Are Gang Leaders Berlin Session.
Riott will perform with HAGL at Blues Alley in Washington, D.C. on Tuesday, May 15, 2018, two shows,
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Riott was recently interviewed for a feature story published in Jazz Right Now! Here’s a link to the article by Cisco Bradley


They’re too busy defending Ukraine’s borders to bother with ours.
Hey! Did you know last Thursday was “International Trans Day of Visibility”? Damn–I missed it!
But the Biden administration didn’t miss it. They celebrated it by ordering Customs and Border Patrol officers to use “preferred pronouns” and “gender-neutral language” in dealing with border jumpers (https://justthenews.com/government/security/already-stretched-thin-border-agents-must-now-used-politically-correct-pronouns). They also decided that “non-binary” American citizens–and humans who identify as centaurs, gotta be “inclusive”!–can now put an “X” on their passports instead of Male or Female.
“While we briefly question you for breaking our law and illegally crossing our border, putting our very republic at risk and making a mockery of our national sovereignty, before we let you go to commit crimes and get free stuff from our defenseless taxpayers… what pronouns do you want us to use? Xe? Zer? Xum? Whatever you want, we’re going along with it!”
The Western world’s ruling class has gone completely bonkers. They are an existential threat to the countries that they govern. They push “transgender” as if their lives depended on it.
Actually, we know why: so they can collapse their respective countries, throw of their hands, and tell us “The only solution is a global government! Nation-states just don’t work anymore!”


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If you search male koalas fighting you can find several YouTube videos and some sensational articles declaring that koalas fight often. But over 26 years of wild koala research we have only seen male koalas come to blows twice. So are koalas fighters or not?
We believe that male koalas avoid fighting by using a range of vocalisations, postures and behaviours. This finding is similar to that found in wild koala research at St Bees Island by University of Queensland (Ellis, W 2015) that found low rates of male-male interaction.
One of the ways that male koalas may avoid fights is discussed below.
Resident male koalas may give a range of warnings to trespassers to avoid a fight. In two groups of observations in the You Yangs, Victoria, two different resident males approached closely to a trespasser male for a day, then left the area. We call this a close vicinity warning. Then 5 days later and one month later respectively, when the trespasser had not left the area, the resident male moved into the tree with the trespasser. This is a personal-space invasion warning.
One interaction resulted in some blows, but no full-blown koala fight was ever recorded between these males.
Following is an account of what happened and when.
We first met older male Bindjali in late 2015 in an area north west of resident male Clancy’s home range. He was seen only once that year, and three times in 2016 – once in Clancy’s home range, and twice in dominant male Winberry’s territory. He behaved like an old male who had lost his home range to another, and was living on the fringes.
Early in March 2017 Bindjali appeared and stayed in Clancy and Winberry’s home areas, causing some tension.
Bindjali and Clancy
On 11 and 12 March Bindjali was found in Clancy’s home range.
On 13 March Clancy was found 80 metres from Bindjali’s last location.
We read this as a close vicinity warning by resident male Clancy. As koalas can smell each other very easily, a close approach like this would have been noticed by Bindjali.
The warning seemed to work, because next time Bindjali was found he was 450m away to the east – in Winberry’s home range. He didn’t stay there long – maybe because Winberry was only 250m away – and by 18 March he was back in Clancy’s home range.
But this time there was no close vicinity warning – it was time to step up the threat level. Clancy was found in the same tree as him, giving Bindjali a personal-space invasion warning.
We watched the two males for some time. Clancy was relaxed, resting stretched out, and looking directly at Bindjali frequently. Bindjali was submissive, keeping his body low to the branch, moving slowly and furtively as if trying to avoid attracting attention.
The following day, 19 March, Bindjali had moved just 30m to the north and Clancy was nowhere to be found. That struck us as odd – wouldn’t Bindjali try to get as far away as possible? Obviously we don’t know everything that transpires between male koalas.
Then Bindjali disappeared from the area and was not seen again until 1 April, in Winberry’s home range. Clancy was seen on 26 March, back where Bindjali had been, then stayed around the vicinity, as if he was just checking that the trespasser had finally moved on.
We never saw Bindjali in Clancy’s home range again.
Bindjali and Winberry
Bindjali appeared in Winberry’s home range on 1 April. At this time Winberry was 500m away – at the other end of his home range. But it didn’t take him long to figure out what Bindjali was up to.
On 2 April Winberry had moved directly towards Bindjali and was within 280m of him, and when next found on 14 April Winberry was right in his face – only 60m from Bindjali’s location on 9 April.
This was Winberry’s close vicinity warning.
Bindjali stayed around that area. He was seen again on 20 April and 23 April in Winberry’s home range.
On 3 May Bindjali was found dangerously far within Winberry’s home range. By then Winberry must have had enough and had to deliver a personal-space invasion warning. On 13 May Winberry and Bindjali were found in the same tree.
This encounter was even more tense than the one with Clancy. Wildlife Guide Brett Howell heard Bindjali vocalising from some distance away. Listen:
Brett and his tour group followed the sound and came across Winberry and Bindjali quite close in the same tree. Winberry was higher, Bindjali was hanging on to a thin branch upside down. As they watched, Winberry struck at Bindjali several times with his right hand. Bindjali stayed where he was, yowling and crying.
Watch Winberry deliver his personal-space invasion warning to Bindjali:
After this the two male koalas separated – Bindjali moved down lower, unhindered by Winberry. When the observers left they had settled into a position about 2 metres apart. The koala fight seemed to have ended, for the time being.
We don’t know if we saw the start, the end or just part of the fight. It is noticeable in the video that Winberry doesn’t seem to be really trying to damage Bindjali. Was he mostly sending a message? If the message was not taken, would it have escalated into a serious male koala fight?
On 15 May Bindjali had moved 80m to the north, still in Winberry’s home range, and was found again near there on 17 May. But he has never been seen again.
Fighting between koala males is relatively rare, and little studied. No doubt koalas have found many complex ways to avoid the dangers and potential injury of physical combat. This is just two observed interactions that we found interesting in their similarity. We doubt that this is the sum total of fight avoidance behaviour and much more needs to be learned.
So what’s with all those YouTube videos of male koalas fighting? Either there’s so many iPhones and video cameras around that even rare behaviour is getting recorded more often, or koalas in populations that are stressed, overabundant or with a shortage of food trees, fight more. We don’t know how our modification of their environment is affecting their social behaviour.
Do you have a video or experience of male koalas fighting? We’d love to hear about it.
Note on methods:
This data was all collected by non-intrusive observation in the You Yangs by Koala Researchers and Wildlife Guides of Echidna Walkabout Nature Tours and Koala Clancy Foundation. Koalas are identified from a distance by their nose patterns and never touched. All research is paid for by social enterprise Echidna Walkabout, and is undertaken with permission of Parks Victoria.
The You Yangs koala population is located in dry open woodland dominated by River Red Gum and Yellow Gum (respectively Eucalyptus camaldulensis and E. leucoxylon). Total koala population is estimated to be around 105 individuals, and is declining at rates of around 46% every 10 years. The population does not exhibit chlamydia at high rates (only two suspected cases in 12 years), birth rates are around 10-15% per year (we record 4 to 6 joeys per year in our research population of +/-38 individuals) and death rates about 7%. Home ranges are large, (males: 40 to 110 hectares; females 20 to 30 ha) which is not surprising for a dry woodland environment.
Read more about our Wild Koala Research Project here.
LINKS and REFERENCES:
Ellis W, FitzGibbon S, Pye G, Whipple B, Barth B, Johnston S, et al. (2015) The Role of Bioacoustic Signals in Koala Sexual Selection: Insights from Seasonal Patterns of Associations Revealed with GPS-Proximity Units. PLoS ONE 10(7): e0130657. https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0130657 http://journals.plos.org/plosone/article?id=10.1371/journal.pone.0130657
BBC Earth article: http://www.bbc.com/earth/story/20150711-shouty-koalas-dont-want-to-fight


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In a day and time in which taking place vacation can merely cost up so you’re able to triple the amount of book you only pay (if not more), it’s not hard to appreciate this there is certainly instance a large urge to sign up for a loan and you may loans a call.
And extremely, i purchase eg a big part of our lifestyle working hard (and frequently running out of just to damage ourselves a tiny), that shopping for one thing getting ourselves feels over a small justified.
The truth is even in the event, taking right out a personal bank loan for some thing that’s a want and you can perhaps not a requirement may twist certain activities and get bad for you and your financial predicament fundamentally.
Loads of financial experts understand the dependence on loans, but have a tendency to warning facing taking out fully financing toward completely wrong reasons.
No one is stating that you cannot make use of your loan having anything you require, but consider the manner in which you start and come up with the loan are employed in the easiest way it may to you.
How can you stop a loans trap?
I talked to help you Carla Oberholzer personal debt advisor and you can publicity administrator at the DebtSafe, whom says you to if you find yourself money are going to be stopped doing you can, she understands that lifestyle goes along with the difficult economic ecosystem we discover our selves living in, says you to definitely possibly funds are very important.
Once you are taking away that loan, thought as to why you take one out. Carla states that each person’s problem changes.
• Just one mommy perhaps needs to purchase her kid’s college skills abroad and does not provides secured dollars/coupons available to pay money for the new R30 100 travels such as for instance; OR• A female really wants to carry on with her tertiary education and you can considers an unsecured loan to pay for her tuition and other fees…
“A convenient suggestion away from my front side – One which just score trapped in a situation your location considering an unsecured loan – I would extremely encourage the Southern African girls in order to constantly would their economic planning very carefully and that they must always try and provides an urgent situation finance due to the fact backup. “
“Sure, existence usually place a great amount of curve golf balls in one big date, however, we have to end up being better-prepared for it. Even although you start by a roentgen 500 thirty day period, begin small and construct your coupons from that point – leading to the total amount if you possibly could. “
If you are planning to obtain that loan, Carla ways really bringing a-deep check your earnings and you may undertaking correct browse.
- Is your income stable?
- Have you opposed other mortgage cost and you will terminology and you may reputation?
- Maybe you’ve over particular maths in advance in order to give yourself a good 1st step?
- Can you pay-off a little more than just you need to? (Definitely check out the fine print for this you to definitely even if – Carla says you to definitely some funds tend to be a pro rata interest that you’d need to pay when you need to accept sooner or later)
Cannot commit to some thing before credit seller has actually obviously said just how most of the charges and you can premiums works. Please remember, once your consent, there’s a direct expectation to pay the original payment when it’s due.
Exactly what should you decide never use a financing to own?
“Usually do not take-out an unsecured loan to keep up together with your lifestyle and you will luxuries (taking place getaway or to shop for one expensive jewelry otherwise vehicles having yourself/your family)! It’s a large no, zero,“ says Carla.
“Personal loans also needs to not be used since an earnings equipment or a consolidation tool (credit out of Peter to blow Paul).
As well as, should your abdomen lets you know, you will be worse out-of – believe they. Alternatively start with their crisis loans (as mentioned over) to end occurrences along these lines.
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Established in 2012, the contemporary fashion label “KENAXLEUNG”is a presentation of the combination of sportswear elements, installation arts, architecture and ethnic craftsmanship – the combination of innovative materials exquisite colour blocks are the brand’s signature.
Leung Ka Kin, Kenax
Designer LEUNG Ka Kin, Kenax, whose passion towards fashion design sparked during his junior years, managed to achieve his dream of pursuing a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Fashion Design through obtaining his foundation years at the School of Continuing and Professional Studies. Upon finishing his BA program, he further completed a Master of Arts Degree at the Hong Kong Polytechnic University in July 2012. Another milestone for Kenax was when he became the winner of Hong Kong Young Fashion Designers’ Contest 2012, a contest organized by Hong Kong Trade DEvelopment to create awareness of the winning collections among the local and Asian media.


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Nicki Minaj speaks candidly about women’s rights on Marie Claire magazine’s November issue highlighting. The rapper emphasis the need for young girls to become self-sufficient just like herself. She said:
“Nowadays, I feel like [young women] see marrying into money …I think that’s a big thing now,” Minaj says. “I don’t want that to be a woman’s goal in life. I want your goal in life to be to become an entrepreneur, a rich woman, a career-driven woman.”
“You have to be able to know that you need no man on this planet at all, period, and he should feel that, because when a man feels that you need him, he acts differently.”
However, Nicki Minaj also hailed Jay Z for being an inspiration in her life as he helped her “pinpoint the dos and the don’ts” in her career. She said:
“And I was like, ‘Why aren’t there women doing that, taking the success from rap and channeling it into their empire?’ I felt like anything he could do, I could do.”
Minaj also spoke her mind regarding a double standard for women of color in the entertainment industry. She even used Kim Kardashian as an example regarding the way the media responds to the Keeping Up With The Kardashians star using her nude selfie as proof of such discrimination.
“When Kim Kardashian’s naked picture came out, [Sharon Osbourne] praised it, and my fans attacked her for being such a hypocrite”.
“So, it wasn’t trashy and raunchy when a white woman did it, but it was when a black woman did it? It’s quite pathetic and sad, but that is my reality, and I’ve gotten accustomed to just shutting it down.”
One way Nicki Minaj hopes to influence and encourage her fans is by working with Beyonce. The “Anaconda” rapper said:
“Every time Bey and I do something together, I see how women are inspired, and it has nothing to do with how we look,” she says. “It has to do with how we are owning who we are and telling other women you should be the boss of your own career and the brains behind your life or your decisions or your art. I just love that feeling.”


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Celebrities who secretly live as farmers
These stars enjoy the simple life when they're not on the red carpet
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You may think that every famous person lives in a big glamorous mansion in a fancy town, but that is actually not the case for everyone. Some celebs not only live far away from Hollywood, but they prefer to live in a place where they can get their hands dirty!
Curious? Take a look at some of the surprising celebrities who live on farms.
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Wolford And Vetements Launch Collaboration Inspired By Russian Criminal Tattoo Art
Austrian hosiery manufacturer Wolford is teaming up with Vetements to launch a capsule collection. Comprising a pair of tights and a maxi knitted dress, the collection aims to redefine some of the wardrobe essentials every woman should have.
The idea? To redefine classic pieces from every woman’s wardrobe through two must-haves: a black dress and a faux-tattoo effect pair of tights.
Symbols of anti-authority and criminal lifestyle, worn by men and women who believed in standing up to the powers that be, “baring their teeth” and selling their soul to the government. These tattoos forever marked the wearer as part of a society that lived by it’s own codes and laws.


Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has asked the national assembly to “commence the impeachment of President Muhammedu Buhari for the various constitutional breaches, especially the submission of two versions of the 2016 budget”.
The party made the demand after its national working committee meeting in Abuja on Thursday. The party urged the national assembly to “thoroughly investigate the shameful act, including the distortion and banding of figures to accommodate their personal interest and ensure that appropriate sanctions is meted to whoever has a hand in the dubious action that has brought embarrassment to the legislative body”.
It also asked the ministers of finance, budget and national planning to resign, “having failed to provide the much needed capacity in the management of the nation’s economy resulting in the embarrassing crashing of the nation’s currency to as low as N305 to a dollar”.
The PDP asked the governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) to resign for plunging the country’s currency policy into chaos, an action it said had thrown investors into total confusion.
The party admonished the government “to stop pretending that it knows what to do when feelers from the seat of power show clearly that Nigerians by voting for APC have just discovered they boarded a once chance bus”.
“We sympathise with Nigerians who are seriously undergoing terrible hardship because of the now obvious inept leadership of APC despite the promise of one naira to a dollar,” it said in the statement.
“What hope can a government that allows its currency to break a 43-year-old record crashing to over N300 to one dollar offer and yet does not show it has clear focus of what to do?”
The party said that APC government, rather than address grievous national issues created by its lack of capacity to govern, resorted to violation of people’s rights in the name of fighting corruption.
It observed that “the continued detention of its spokesperson, Olisa Metuh, for nearly 10 days in clear breach of his fundamental human rights and reiterates its earlier call on the anti graft body to release him unconditionally with immediate effect”.
The PDP called on “all lovers of democracy especially the international community to note the fact that rule of law and respect for citizens’ rights, essential ingredients of civil liberty have taken flight in Nigeria under Buhari’s watch”.
Read more at: https://www.thecable.ng/pdp-asks-national-assembly-to-impeach-buhari


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Online summer school course offerings for high schoolers this year will be slightly reduced to include only Living Skills and Economics classes for students who were already signed up for them, as well as classes needed for credit recovery, Palo Alto Unified School District announced in the Board of Education meeting yesterday.
According to Assistant Superintendent of Secondary Education Services Sharon Ofek, high schoolers will be able to take these courses online for credit recovery via UC Scout, a digital learning platform offered by the University of California. Math courses for students who wish to bridge up lanes will not be offered, Ofek said.
Middle schoolers will be able to attend courses for math, and elementary schoolers will be able to use FEV Tutor, an online learning program, Ofek said, adding that both elementary and middle schools will offer social-emotional learning options for students and their families.
Although summer school start dates are still tentative, it will likely start in July, with courses ending during the school year in September, according to Ofek.
Extended School Year, a summer program for students with Individualized Education Programs, is still in development.
“They [the special education department] really would love to be able to do some in person pieces but they’re planning for online only,” Ofek said.
Editors’ note: The above text was published as an update on May 15, following further news announced by PAUSD about summer school courses. The text below was published on May 12 prior to the Board of Education meeting.
All high school summer school courses will be held online this year, according to an announcement from Palo Alto Unified School District Summer School today.
Previously, two in-person summer school sessions were available for students to complete their courses, but now, students will have until September to complete courses online via UC Scout, a resource for online learning by University of California.
“Summer School will not be using or organizing registration through UC Scout to take classes for leveling up a math course or to take an extra course, ONLY for students who did not receive credit for semester 2, or received a D or F for semester 1,” the letter states.
Summer courses intended to make up for second semester classes have now been changed to the credit/no credit system. However, courses intended to make up for first semester are still eligible to receive a letter grade.
Students currently signed up for summer school courses have until May 15 to decide whether or not they wish to remain enrolled, and should notify the district of their decision by emailing [email protected].
More information regarding summer school is expected tonight at the Board of Education meeting, which can be viewed online here at 6:30 p.m.


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Harper Counter Stool Off-White/Tan
Classy and functional in kitchen and dining spaces, this counter stool has a traditional look with a farmhouse feel. The sturdy oak legs and four-way footrests feature a natural-looking stone wash finish and a distressed texture. The saddle style seat is upholstered with a bisque French linen accented by black nail tacks. If you're looking for a timeless and classic look, then this counter stool will be the perfect addition to any transitional or traditional dining area or bar.
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(1897). 1" loss, with tears at spine head. Some rubbing. Spine a bit sun-lightened (gilt lettering appears mostly unaffected) . Front hinge split. Pages just a bit age-toned; else pages clean. Also bound is same volume is "A Brief History of the Principal Earlier Arctic Explorarions", by John E. Read. ; B&W Illustrations; 531 pages View More...
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Our world has two types of seeds, endospermic and non-endospermic. The word endosperm means "seed within", so, literally speaking, an endospermic seed would have seed within the seed. A non-endospermic seed, therefore, would NOT have seed within the seed.
As plant embryos develop, they need some source of food. In some plants, tissue is formed that takes up most of the seed and serves as sort of a storehouse for food. That storehouse is called an endosperm. As endospermic seeds further develop, they form embryonic leaves within themselves which feed on the endosperm for nourishment. Wheat is an example of an endosperm.
In non-endospermic seeds, the embryonic leaves (called cotyledons) take up most of the space in the seed and these cotyledons become filled with the material that will nourish the growing embryo. Thus, their food is not within the seed, but within the cotyledon. Peas and squash are example of non-endosperms.

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Yale School of Medicine, Section of Pulmonary, Critical Care and Sleep Medicine is seeking a candidate to be the Director of our rapidly growing innovative Tele-ICU program and a member of the core group of critical care faculty in our large multi-disciplinary medical intensive care unit. This academic position will be filled at the rank of Assistant Professor or Associate Professor commensurate with qualifications. The successful candidate will work in all aspects of existing clinical programs, including airway management, advanced point of care ultrasound, and Tele-ICU. Candidates are expected to have outstanding skills in the clinical and educational arena. Particular emphasis is placed on prior experience in Tele-ICU, skill in educating resident and fellow trainees, ability to participate in quality improvement efforts, and strength in interpersonal communication and teamwork. Successful applicants are expected to lead our tele-ICU team and to contribute to the clinical, educational, and research missions of the Section.
Minimum requirements include: Clinical experience in critical care with a prior leadership, and board certification in pulmonary and critical care medicine. Preferred: A strong interest in medical education, expertise with electronic health records in the critical care setting.


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Dragons Love Tacos Book
This cute plush is the star of Dragons Love Tacos.
Characteristics: This deliciously funny read-aloud is an unforgettable tale of new friends and the perfect snack that will make you laugh until spicy salsa comes out of your nose. Pair with our Dragons Love Tacos Doll 10" plush as the perfect gift.
Size and Color: This book is 10.31" x 10.25" x 0.35".
Age: Preschool - 7 years
The Dragons Love Tacos Book from Merry Makers Inc. is part of our Friends of Safari collection.

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Volvo Buses has introduced its first 100% electric city bus in Latin America.
The Volvo BZL Electric is set to run on two separate routes in Curitiba, Brazil, connecting dozens of neighbourhoods and transporting up to 135,000 passengers daily during its initial demonstration.
Further demonstrations of the electric vehicle, which will integrate with Curitiba’s Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) network, will follow in São Paulo, Bogotá and Santiago, Chile.
“The performance of Volvo electric buses in Europe and in several countries on other continents is very positive. Now we are going to show that this performance will be repeated in the challenging conditions we have in Latin America.”
The current demonstration in Curitiba is meeting requirements set by URBS, the public transport authority overseeing the acquisition of electric buses for the city from 2024 onwards. Assessments of key factors such as energy consumption, autonomy, noise level and vehicle performance within the city will be measured during the demonstration.
The Volvo BZL Electric 4×2 chassis is suitable for both urban and metropolitan routes and comes equipped with 94kWh batteries. The vehicle currently under demonstration has four batteries and is powered by a 200kW electric motor.
“These electric buses represent another step on our electrification journey. We have a zero vision – zero emissions, zero noise, zero accidents and zero congestion – and we are fully committed to creating sustainable people transport solutions.”
The vehicle, which is 12.6 metres long and carries up to 80 passengers, operates during the day with charging taking place overnight.
The model features Zone Management technology, which can automatically lower speed in high-risk areas such as near schools, indoor terminals and busier urban areas. This was previously introduced on bi-articulated vehicles in the city in 2018, producing a 50% reduction in accidents within the first year.
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Are There Any E Cigarette Health Dangers?
Are you searching for a cigarette health benefits? If that’s the case, then you will be very happy to learn that there are many. The e cigarette is basically an electronic cigarette that using nicotine and propylene glycol (an ingredient found in antifreeze) as its main ingredients. It looks a lot like a regular cigarette, nevertheless, you don’t need a lighter, paper or matches. Instead, it works via batteries, electronic cigarettes have hit the buyer market in countries such as Japan, Italy and Sweden recently.
There’s some concern concerning the safety of these cigarettes. It isn’t completely clear whether they contain any toxins which are harmful to human health. You can find, however, many reports of people who’ve been harmed by second-hand smoke from them. Second hand smoking can be known to increase the risk of cancers, especially lung cancer. In addition, additionally, it may cause many problems with the teeth, gums and mouth.
However, e cigarette health benefits aside, there are many things about this product that are really worth smoking. In fact, if you’re a non smoker, you should give it a try. For one thing, they cost a lot significantly less than any other sort of cigarettes, plus they offer an almost perfect solution for quitting smoking. Moreover, there are no health threats.
I think that the best reason to stop smoking is to live an extended life. You really should consider how you would feel if you did not have to smoke anymore. Your eyesight will improve, and your mood will improve. You will not have to worry about cardiovascular disease, lung cancer or stroke. In addition, you will save big money that you would have spent on tobacco, if you had continued smoking.
Of course, much like any health product or habit, e cigarette health threats must be weighed contrary to the benefits. The main reason to quit smoking is that you are harming yourself and/or individuals around you. There is no getting around this. However, you can also reduce your risk through the use of these devices. Why don’t we briefly look at some of these risks.
One of the most obvious dangers of e cigarette health dangers is that you will be causing damage to your lungs through second hand smoking. This is because you don’t enjoy the smoke your lungs are inhaling. Therefore, you ingest more smoke than you normally do. This is not best for your lungs.
Another danger is that you will be indirectly causing damage to others. By smoking in public places such as bars and restaurants, you are indirectly causing harm to other folks. This is because you’re indirectly causing them to get cancer because of second hand smoke. Therefore, you should really try to kick the smoking habit.
Finally, you might be exposing yourself to diseases such as cancer and emphysema. Once you smoke an e cigarette, the tar and nicotine are inhaled deep in to the lungs. It is problematic for the lungs to remove the tar completely. Subsequently, there are tar deposits Vape Pen Battery that stay in the lung tissue. Over time, these make the tissues swell plus they become malignant. It is the main reason why you should stop smoking.
There are other chemicals that are released from cigarettes as a by product. When you light an e cigarette, the nicotine is absorbed in to the body through the mouth and nose. However, the tar and other chemicals from the tobacco are breathed in through the lungs. Therefore, you should kick the smoking habit to increase your chances of steering clear of diseases and illness caused by second hand smoke.
The e cigarette health dangers can seem daunting at first glance. However, when you consider each of the benefits you’ll receive from kicking the smoking habit, you will discover that it is well worth it. In fact, the e cigarette will help you live a wholesome life. So, if you are concerned about your health, you need to definitely consider giving it a try.
You should remember, though, that the cigarettes aren’t really harmful for everyone. If you are allergic to nicotine, you then should prevent them altogether. However, lots of people who do suffer from allergies report great benefits from using them. As with any new type of treatment, you should discuss it together with your physician before you utilize e cigarettes.


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21 Oct An Evening with Jean-Jacques Fertal
Jean-Jacques and Chef de Cuisine, Dan Vernia, will be pairing French wines with classic French cooking. Chef Dan’s four course tasting menu will be sourced from and inspired by the ultimate culinary encyclopedia from 1938 called, “Larousse Gastronomique.” Larousse Gastronomique has been the foremost resource of culinary knowledge since its initial publication in 1938. Long revered for its encyclopedic entries on everything from cooking techniques, ingredients, and recipes to equipment, food histories, and culinary biographies, it is the one book every professional chef and avid home cook must have on his or her kitchen shelf. In fact, Julia Child once wrote, “If I were allowed only one reference book in my library, Larousse Gastronomique would be it, without question.”
Jean-Jacques will speak about each wine being served, varietal origins, production methods and flavor profiles. Chef Dan and Jean-Jacques have worked together before and the dynamic between the food and wine will be exceptional with a story behind each offering.
Reception begins at 6:30pm with Dinner starting at 7pm. Cost $65 per person (tax and gratuity not included).
Call 734-214-0400 to reserve your space. Very limited seating available.

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News Desk: Israeli foreign minister Yair Lapid slammed Russia’s foreign minister Sergey Lavrov over his controversial remarks on the Jewish community.
In an interview, Lavrov said “Even if Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is Jewish, his Nazi affiliation cannot be ruled out. Hitler was also half Jewish. Zelenskyy and Hitler have Jewish blood in their bodies”.
Strongly opposing the remarks, Israeli Foreign Minister Yair Lapid said “The remarks of the Russian Foreign Minister are highly offensive and unforgivable. At the same time, the remarks are historically incorrect. Hitler killed about sixty lakh Jews during World War II. The Jews did not kill themselves. The worst kind of racism is where the Jews are being blamed for killing their own people” he said.


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Stepping out for a leisurely afternoon, Willow Smith was spotted running some errands in Calabasas, California yesterday (March 20).
The “Whip My Hair” songstress picked up a McDonald’s Shamrock Shake along the way before hitting up a cell phone kiosk at the mall for some mobile accessories.
Like a true aspiring pop star, Willow is said to match her phone case to her outfit, necessitating a wide variety from which to choose.
Last week, Miss Smith posted a photo to her WhoSay account of her doing the splits on the beach, with the caption “dance.” No wonder she has such sweet moves!
Enjoy the pictures of Willow Smith shopping in Calabasas (March 20).
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Wild Monsoon Adventure Series, Sakleshpur
Starting Point: Multiple pick up locations in Bangalore city.Sakleshpur, despite being a small town in Karnataka is blessed with immense natural beauty and lush greenery. The location with such scenic view can only be best experienced by camping and trekking in nature. Sakleshpur is an ideal spot to make your weekend exciting, adventurous, and unique with a set of fun-filled activities.About the activity:Get picked up from the mentioned pick up locations in Bangalore and start your adventurous journey towards Hosahalli Gudda peak. You get to experience the panoramic view of the charming natural beauty of the location and soothe your mind and soul to the fullest. You also get a chance to enjoy other activities such as Kayaking, Rain dance, River swimming with Life Jackets, Zip-lining and Mud Volleyball with your family or friends. And even if it rains during the trip, the adventure won't stop, because this is the Wild Monsoon Adventure Series.The package includes a pleasant visit to Manjarabad Fort, Mookana Mane Abbi falls and lets you enjoy a warm time by providing the provision for a bonfire. You also get to grab delicious meals in forms of Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner, along with BBQ (250 gms, Veg and Non-Veg), and a glass of wine.Pickup Points:08:30 PM: (Hard rock cafe) MG road, Bangalore.09:15 PM: Baroda Bank, Koramangala, Bangalore.10:00 PM: New Shanti Nagar hotel, Bangalore.Stay:The wild monsoon adventure series in Sakleshpur provides you a comfortable accommodation with the availability of 30 Tents (double/triple sharing) and 4 River view cottage (5- 8 Sharing) which can be allocated for groups. The package will provide waterproof tents and shaded camping experience to you. All you have to do is enjoy this quality time with your loved ones without worrying about the rain.Meals:The wild monsoon adventure series in Sakleshpur lets you grab 2-Buffet Breakfast (Veg and Non-veg) and 1- Buffet Dinner(Veg and Non-Veg) and 1 Packed lunch (Veg), along with Barbecue snacks (Veg and Non-veg). How to reach:The pick-up points as mentioned above can be reached comfortably with the help of convenient public and private transportation.

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