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When shopping for food, it’s important to understand what the provided information means to you. That said, most people have no idea what they’re looking for. This article you are reading is full of tips on getting healthier.
You have to know how your supplements interact to ensure they’re being absorbed adequately. For instance, iron can be hard to absorb because of calcium. Additionally, you should not wash down your iron pill with a glass of milk or take an antacid medication within half an hour of taking iron.
Strong bones need calcium. To digest the calcium properly and get all that you can from it, you need a good amount of vitamin D in your system. There are a lot of ways to get a lot of vitamin D like food, sunlight, or supplements. All of these things allow your body to take in more calcium.
You can find vitamin B2, also known as riboflavin, in bananas, dairy, asparagus and popcorn. If you don’t get enough vitamin B2, you could experience scaly sin, dry lips and even lowered red blood cells. The conditions that riboflavin can improve include cataracts, anemia, carpal tunnel and cancer.
Vitamin A is a critical antioxidant that enhances the immune system, ameliorates vision, reduces risk of heart issues and retards the skin’s aging process. However it is toxic in high amounts, so make sure you only take the daily recommended dose of 2,300 IU (International Units). You can find a large amount of Vitamin A in dark leafy greens, carrots and squash.
Supplements are very important in today’s world. Many foodstuffs are prepared in a way that depletes nutrients, vitamins, and minerals. Taking a good daily vitamin and mineral supplement can help you stay in good health.
Most vegetables and fruits are packed with healthy nutrients that your body needs, but it is important to eat fresh rather than canned produce. By eating a diet filled with healthy choices, you can receive the nutrients your body requires to function at peak levels.
Visit your doctor to learn if you have deficiencies. If so, that is the best place to begin your supplement program.
Since today it is much easier to eat cheap fast foods because of the poor economy, many people fail to get the proper vitamins and minerals that our bodies requires each day. If you want to make sure that you get the nutrition you need to stay healthy, pick up a couple of bottles of vitamins.
Increase your manganese intake. This helps bones grow and heal. It also helps wounds heal. It will also help you metabolize protein, cholesterol, and carbs. It’s found in almonds, whole grains, beans, and black and green tea. It is also possible to find manganese supplements in health food stores or online.
You shouldn’t be satisfied with just looking at nutrition labels. You know now more about getting the nutrients that your body needs. Using these tips will ensure you reach your goals. You will be aiming at much better health and an improved life.


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The Affordable Care Act helped create thousands of jobs. As more people gained coverage and sought care, the demand for health workers rose.
The UC Berkeley Labor Center projects that overturning the law could cost the state some 269,000 jobs — primarily in the health care industry. That includes jobs at hospitals, clinics, doctors’ offices, labs and insurance companies. Others affected could include suppliers to the health care sector, such as food operations, janitorial services and accounting firms.

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As we get ready for the 2016 Employee Recognition Banquet on April 21, we asked our colleagues about what drives their passion for health care. Here is one story of Passion and Purpose at CoxHealth:
Meyer Orthopedic and Rehabilitation Hospital
Amy Duke remembers the moment she decided she wanted to work in surgery. She was seeing the process firsthand when she had to have an emergency C-section. She asked, “Who are all these people? These can’t all be nurses or doctors.” Her anesthesiologist replied that many were surgical techs. Amy was intrigued.
“I thought, ‘I want to do that. That would be fun,’” she says. “I knew it would never be boring.”
Amy enrolled in the surgical tech program at Ozarks Technical Community College and in 2007 she joined the team in Surgery at Cox South.
She got the full range of experience, from routine surgeries to trauma cases before gravitating to orthopedics. She likes the rhythm of elective ortho cases, and she loves being able to be there for patients.
“When a patient comes in the room, they know they’re in good hands,” Amy says. “I like being a part of the team that helps that patient get back on their feet.”
In many cases, she is one of the last people patients see before they go under for surgery. The vast majority of her patients don’t remember her, but when they do, Amy says it’s “an uplifting event.”
“One patient, all I did was hold her hand and talk to her as she went to sleep. She remembered my name and she wrote me a nice letter and made me a little angel,” Amy says with a smile. “That’s something I’m not going to forget, ever. Surgery is a life-changing event for people and it’s the little things that make a difference. Take time to smile and hold a hand -- remember that they’re human, not just a procedure.”

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Our natural cream deodorant is a natural way to control under arm odors while allowing your skin to breathe and detoxify. We use no harsh chemicals in crafting this mild and safe deodorant, which does not sting or irritate the skin. Both men and women use this very effective long lasting deodorant. Scented with 100% pure essential oils.
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Interpretive Summary: The germination of cereal seeds, including starch digestion, is controlled mainly by the action of a plant hormone, gibberellin (GA). Malting of barley is a controlled germination process, and the objective is to optimize substrates for subsequent yeast fermentation. To do this, we need to understand how starch digestion is controlled. GA causes the outer layer of the seed to produce large amounts of the main starch-digesting enzyme, alpha-amylase. It is not known whether GA is the only important control signal in this process or whether additional signals are involved. We have produced evidence that the starch storing inner portion of the seed (the starchy endosperm) may also influence the production of this enzyme. This information may lead to a better strategy for breeding improved malting barleys. It may also answer a basic question about seed germination - is the production of seed enzymes predetermined, or does the seed alter enzyme production by monitoring digestion?
Technical Abstract: After germination in cereal seeds, alpha-amylases and other hydrolytic enzymes greatly increase in the starchy endosperm, helping to digest and mobilize starch and other reserves to the seedling. This is normally studied by treating isolated aleurones from deembryonated half-seeds in solution with the hormone gibberellin (GA). This causes the synthesis of alpha-amylases and their secretion into the incubation medium, which is thought to mimic the natural process. Alpha-amylase activity in barley results from two isozymes, the high-pI and low-pI alpha-amylases. In seedling kernels, the high-pI isozyme accounts for over 90 % of total activity. Isozyme activities differ in isolated aleurones, where the low-pI isozyme and its messenger (m) RNA predominate or are equal to the high-pI. One difference is the presence or absence of the starchy endosperm. This study presents evidence that the starchy endosperm modulates alpha-amylase expression during germination. Aleurones were prepared from deembryonated half-seeds and incubated in petri dishes with GA and either buffer alone or a thick homogenate of the half-seed starchy endosperm. Amylase activities were assayed on IEF activity gels, and amylase mRNA was determined on RNA blots probed with clones for the high- and low-pI mRNAs. In aleurones without endosperm homogenate, the high-pI mRNA peaked quickly (12 h) and declined. Incubation with endosperm homogenate caused the high-pI mRNA to predominate and remain at high levels until reaching a peak at 30 h. High-pI activity was also higher with endosperm treatments, mainly due to enhanced secretion into the medium. This suggests that the endosperm influences alpha-amylase expression.

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US photographer Barbara Nitke had a pretty unique job in the 1980s -- she took the photographic stills for pornographic films.
30 years on she's put together a collection of these photographs in a new book called American Ecstasy.
The book includes pictures of porn actors waiting around between shots and shows the less glamourous side of the porn industry.
Alongside the pictures are Barbara's own anecdotes about spending 12 hour days on a porn set.
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Check out this 2019 Chevrolet Colorado 4WD LT. Its Automatic transmission and Gas V6 3.6L/222 engine will keep you going. This Chevrolet Colorado has the following options: ENGINE, 3.6L DI DOHC V6 VVT (308 hp [230.0 kW] @ 6800 rpm, 275 lb-ft of torque [373 N-m] @ 4000 rpm) (STD), Windows, power with driver Express-Up and Down, Wheels, 17" x 8" (43.2 cm x 20.3 cm) Blade Silver Metallic cast aluminum, Wheel, spare, 16" x 7" (40.6 cm x 17.8 cm) steel (Requires (LGZ) 3.6L DI DOHC V6 engine or (LWN) 2.8L Duramax Turbo-Diesel engine on Crew Cab Short Box. Standard on Crew Cab Long Box.), Visors, driver and front passenger illuminated sliding vanity mirrors, USB data ports, 2 includes auxiliary input jack, located on the front console, USB charging-only ports 2, located on the rear of the center console, Transmission, 8-speed automatic (Requires (LGZ) 3.6L DI DOHC V6 engine. Standard on Crew Cab models. Available on Extended Cab models.), Transfer case, electric, 2-speed Autotrac, and Traction control, electronic.


150 firefighters have responded to a 5-alarm fire in a block of stores at 31-05 Bainbridge Avenue and 204th Street since 3 AM.
Efforts to control the fire are taking place from the outside. Fire Chief John Sudnik said that the fire, which spread in the roof space above the 14 stores in the building, was too intense for firefighters to safely attack from inside the buildings.
Fire investigators are looking for the cause of the fire, which may have started in the basement of a business under construction.
edit: It took 5 hours to put out the fire. Four firefighters were slightly injured. Almost 200 responded.


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Alice's adventures in Wonderland : and, Through the looking-glass and what Alice found thereMaterial type: BookSeries: Penguin classics: Publisher: London : Penguin Books, 1998Description: lxxx, 356 pages illustrations.ISBN: 9780141439761 (Pbk).Uniform titles: Novels. Selections.Subject(s): Alice (Fictitious character from Carroll) | FICTION / Fantasy / General | Fantasy fiction, English | Alice (Fictitious character : Carroll) -- Fiction | Fantasy fiction, EnglishGenre/Form: Electronic books. | Fiction.DDC classification: 823.8 C236A
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"Includes the manuscript version of Alice's adventures under ground and Caroll's 1887 essay '"Alice" on the stage'"--Page 4 of cover.
1st work reprint of the 1898 ed.; 2nd work reprint of 1872 ed.
The 3rd work is the manuscript version, the 4th work is the author's 1887 essay.
Includes bibliographical references.
Alice's adventures in wonderland / by Lewis Carroll ; with forty-two illustrations by John Tenniel -- Through the looking glass, and what Alice found there / by Lewis Carroll ; with fifty illustrations by John Tenniel -- Alice's adventures under ground -- "Alice" on the stage.


Earlier, the complainant told the court that she was ready to return the N80,000 dowry she received from the defendant.
A businessman, Nura Ashiru, on Monday demanded N1.5 million from his divorce-seeking wife Zainab Bello, in a Shari’a court sitting in Magajin Gari, Kaduna.
Mr Ashiru made his demands after his wife asked the court to dissolve their union through Khul’i, a situation where a wife returns the dowry she received to redeem herself from the marriage.
”My wife caused me great loss. She destroyed my phone and took some of my belongings, a situation which led me into depression,” he said. He begged the court not to give his wife custody of the baby.
Earlier, the complainant told the court that she was ready to return the N80,000 dowry she received from the defendant and prayed for the custody of their three-year-old child. Ms Bello also denied destroying her husband’s phone.
The judge, Isiyaku Abdulrahman, adjourned the case until 8 November for the defendant to present his witnesses.


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Buy tickets for entry into both SEA LIFE Grapevine Aquarium & LEGOLAND® Discovery Center Dallas Fort Worth.
Adults must be accompanied by a child to visit the LEGOLAND Discovery Center.
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Took my five year old sister here last weekend and we had a blast! I was definitely a bit skeptical about there being enough fun to last us a while - mainly to justify the price of entrance...no worries, it did!
Between the rides, the exhibits and movie, and the build it yourself station, we were there for hours; and it didn't feel like torture. She still talks about Legoland to this day!

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Well what da ya know? I’ve got more edibles in my front lawn. I’d call it grass, but since less than a quarter of the greenery is actually a grass, I’ll just call it lawn. Sounds more formal too.
Anyways, before we mow the lawn for the first time this year, I wanted to try and identify all of the non-grass species growing rampant in the front yard. One weed I noticed a few days ago is called Henbit. Lo and behold, it’s actually edible! Yesterday I picked & washed a handful of it, chopped it up and tossed it into my scrambled eggs. And I didn’t die. So I figured I’d let the rest of the family in on the green bounty growing outside our doorstep and made everyone egg burritos with wild onion and henbit for breakfast this morning.
The general consensus is that it tastes pretty bland. I thought it tastes kind of like parsley, with maybe a slight hint of pepper. At least it looked good in the eggs.


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Lang Son Citadel is a famous spiritual tourist destination both at home and abroad, chosen by tourists everywhere to visit and worship Buddha. The ancient and sacred pagoda has been preserved for hundreds of years, becoming a special attraction for tourists from all over the world. In particular, this temple is classified as a national historical relic with high historical and spiritual value. If you have the opportunity to visit Lang Son, do not miss the opportunity to have interesting experiences with the ancient Citadel.
Where is Lang Son Citadel located?
Thanh Pagoda is located on Hung Vuong Street, Lang Son City. The pagoda was built in the 15th century under Le So. Previously, the pagoda was called Huong Lam Tu, then renamed Dien Khanh Tu and Tuan Khanh Tu. Finally, the pagoda regained its old name, Dien Khanh Tu. However, for the people here, the pagoda has a much closer name, Chua Thanh. Because the pagoda is located right next to the old citadel.
You can move from Hanoi to Lang Son by bus or motorbike. Then ask for directions to Thanh Pagoda. Because the pagoda is located right in Lang Son city, it is quite easy to find. You can also buy a tour to travel to Lang Son at the tour companies to visit the Citadel. If moving from Hanoi, you follow National Highway 1A to Hanoi – Bac Giang highway. Then go to Hung Vuong Street, move all the way to the foot of Ky Cung bridge. Coming here is the Lang Son Citadel Pagoda .
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Lang Son Citadel and unique things here
Lang Son Citadel Pagoda is a superficial temple with extremely special artistic architecture in the style of foreign and domestic work. The pagoda is associated with the legend of the Bronze Pillar. And famous when it entered the Guinness World Record as the temple with the most bronze monolithic statues in Vietnam.
Legend associated with Lang Son Citadel Pagoda
This legend originates from the Hai Ba Trung uprising event. When Ma Vien ordered the construction of a bronze column, it was engraved with “Copper cylinders, Giao Chi destroyed”. Since then, it is said that people in the area who pass by throwing a stone at the foot of the pillar. For a long time, the stone covered the copper column.
In 1271, Kublai Khan wanted King Tran Thanh Tong to visit and show them the old bronze column. The King reverently replied that the Copper Pillar had long since been lost. Kublai Khan was about to use a bronze pole to attack our country, but because of that, there was no excuse.
During the Ly Tran dynasty, the court built the building to be the resting place of the Viet Trung envoys. This place is located next to the old copper column. People at that time also built a temple next to this building, named Huong Lam Tu, later changed to Dien Khanh Tu. Thus, the history of the formation of Lang Son Citadel is associated with the famous bronze pillar legend many years ago. History books recorded many interesting historical stories.
The temple has the largest number of bronze rings in Vietnam
Lang Son Citadel currently has 53 monolithic bronze statues. In 2007, the pagoda officially entered the Guinness World Records list with the title of “The temple with the most bronze monolithic statues in Vietnam”. All of these statues are delicately and perfectly sculpted. Meet the highest standards of perfection and extremely vivid. The scene of the upper palace is therefore extremely majestic and carries a strong religious-spiritual atmosphere.
Besides, Chua Thanh is also listed in the Vietnam Book of Records VIETKINGS. It is the temple that releases flower lanterns to pray for peace the most in Vietnam. During the Vesak ceremony on the evening of May 18, 2008, the presiding officers and Buddhists together celebrated the Buddha’s Birthday with 10,000 Lanterns. And floating on Ky Cung river creates an indescribably beautiful spiritual picture. These are the wishes of peace for all things in the world. To transmit and give away the best wishes of goodwill.
The special ancient architecture of Lang Son Citadel Pagoda
Lang Son Citadel has a famous architecture in the style of “domestic – foreign”. The pagoda consists of 8 large and small compartments with superficial pavilions. Thanks to the restoration and restoration, the temple has kept its majesty as well as its unique architecture to this day.
Tam Quan designed a stack of matches in layers with 24 roofs, roof tiles, and curved blades. The roof of the pagoda is delicately carved with a phoenix head and four mascots such as Long – Ly – Quy – Phuong. The pillars in the temple are all made of ironwood, 9m high and meticulously carved according to Asian architecture. The temple door is carved like a picture of the four quarters.
Thanh Pagoda is an attractive Lang Son spiritual tourist destination that you should not ignore. A small note is that when visiting or worshiping at the temple, you should wear dignified clothes. It is best to wear long pants and a discreet top. Do not wear short skirts, shorts, or other clothes that are not suitable for the spiritual atmosphere at the temple. Lang Son Citadel is a peaceful place and a place where Buddhist monks and nuns come to pay their respects to Buddha. So choosing the right outfit is quite essential.
Thanh Pagoda Festival at the beginning of the year
- Cultural beauty at the relics of Tien Lang Son pagoda
- Attractive places to visit in Lang Son province
- Lang Son tourism to visit the famous and sacred Tan Thanh pagoda in the border area
- Monumental stone sculpture heritage at Huong Lang Pagoda
- Chuong Pagoda features historical values in north Vietnam
- Sa Lon Pagoda – a unique architecture in Southwestern region
- Phuoc Hau Pagoda: Spiritual Culture Values In Can Tho, Vietnam
- Strangely, the pagoda in a thousand-year volcanic cave in Ly Son
- Top 5 famous temples in Quang Tri attract tourists to visit

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Lean back against the Tree itself, arms intertwined with mine. You will feel the sacred Mana, life-blood of the immortal Deities, rise up within your spine. When you are one with me you will no longer believe yourselves to be as withering leaves. Your lives will be lovely and without blemish, for you will be rooted in reality. For flowers and fruit of the Tree of Life are within yourselves.
When you have partaken of heavenly Mana, you are spiritually reborn of my Eternal Body. This joy is known to a hummingbird and butterfly - but lost to humans. Be guided by my wise husband, the God Wakea and the Dream-Walkers, who will show you how to create Dream-Times. It is the Deities who create the Star Dream-Zones and these are the myriad Heavens. You, our young children, are learning to make intricate patterns of your lives, set within the Dream-Places that are the planets. Planets, though formed in transient time and place, yet are Colleges of Learning. For those who are willing to understand, the eternal verities of love, beauty and truth are manifested through planetary Mystery Dramas. Such Mysteries form the underlying fabric of people's intertwined relationships.
Tragically a Dream Zone, a teaching planet, can become so contaminated by ugly and diseased group imagination, that the Deities call upon the Dream-Walkers, Spiritual Guardians, to rescue the prisoners thereon. So it is now with the human race. My children, do you not call people insane, who are trapped in fantasies of their own creation? When they become dangerous, you incarcerate such patients in mad-dream houses. Yet this is your own plight! But because all of you in your planetary Dream-Time are in such a deluded state, you do not notice it. You share each other's unhealthy fantasies. And the most disastrous delusion of all is that you only exist through a physical body, and so die.
The time is come for you to awaken! The sonic and colour rays we are now sending forth are thinning the veil between the Zones. Thus you are beginning to experience expansion of consciousness: you see, hear and realise new realms of being. This is the time of Rebirth through the Mother Goddess. Enjoy the Great Change! Come to us who are the Dream Creators. Thus you shall transform your world into a Heaven of joy, love and beauty. Centered in the Tree of Eternal Reality, join with me in the Drama of Creation!
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With constant roadway improvements and the decline of repairs to antiquated thoroughfares looming, AETN partnered with the Arkansas Highway Department to develop this documentary. The common goal: to preserve the history associated with bridges in Arkansas for future generations. The special features scenic footage of various bridges, as well as interviews.
Featured in the program is Hendrix College Assistant Professor of Art Maxine Payne, an artist and photographer who has photographed and chronicled historic bridges in the state for the highway department for the past three years. Payne has been responsible for not only capturing the bridges unique qualities visually, but also for exploring the connections to the lives of Arkansans.
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Amanda Todd was a girl who liked to sing in her room and talk to friends online. One day she was online with her friends. A guy she met online started to flirt with her. He then asked her to flash him. He took a picture.:
He then started to follow Amanda around the Internet for years. He asked her to put on another show for him, but she refused. So he’d find her classmates on Facebook and send them the photograph.
To cope with the anxiety she fell into drugs and alcohol. She changed schools, but kids at that school had seen the photos. Amanda was all alone. She switched schools again and then started to talk to a guy from her old school who was just messing with her. Amanda tried to kill herself a few times before succeeding in October of 2012.

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A CELEBRATION of northern Australian beef industry identity John Quintana's life will be at Hillside, Boodua (near Toowoomba) at 11.30am-2.30pm on Tuesday, April 2.
In news received by the North Queensland Register on Wednesday evening, the Quintana family says friends are invited to celebrate John's life at the family home, Hillside, 1452 Kingsthorpe Haden Road, Boodua.
Mr Quintana, 66, and Charlie Maher, 48, the chief executive officer of Ray White Livestock, were killed in a single engine aircraft crash at Roma early on Monday morning.
The Queensland Livestock Exporters Association has offered to coordinate a bus either from the airport and or from a central point depending on demand. Unfortunately flight delays into Brisbane of at least an hour are common place so arrival the night before is recommended.
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The integration of advanced technologies into medical devices has burgeoned remarkably over the last few years, revolutionizing the nature of treatment across various medical fields. One such innovative advancement is the incorporation of metal plating onto balloon catheters—a technique that promises to enhance the functional capabilities of these indispensable tools in interventional medicine. At the intersection of cost and innovation, the decision to introduce metal plating to balloon catheters must be justified by weighing the financial implications against the expected improvements in device performance. This article aims to explore this delicate balance, by examining the additional expenditure involved in the metal plating process and measuring it against the potential amplification in efficiency, durability, and overall clinical outcomes that such an enhancement could provide.
Balloon catheters play a pivotal role in a multitude of procedures, from angioplasty to stent deployment, and the proposition to augment their design with metal plating comes with crucial considerations. Metal plating, involving the deposition of a thin layer of metal onto the surface of the balloon catheter, can potentially offer attributes such as increased strength, reduced friction, enhanced imaging visibility, and improved deliverability. However, this leap in performance is accompanied by a rise in manufacturing complexity and cost. Facility upgrades, specialized equipment, and rigorous testing are all part of the investment required to bring metal-plated balloon catheters from the concept phase to clinical reality.
The fiscal analysis must also take into account the long-term cost savings that might be incurred by the healthcare system through the utilization of these enhanced devices. If the longevity of the catheters is extended and the need for repeated interventions is reduced, the initial cost of metal plating could be offset. Moreover, enhanced device performance could translate into better patient outcomes, which is paramount in the healthcare industry. Reductions in procedure times, improvements in success rates, and declines in complication rates not only benefit the patient but also have the potential to alleviate the financial burden on healthcare providers and insurers.
To fully understand the cost-benefit landscape, this article will delve into the technical intricacies of metal plating balloon catheters, the associated production costs, the practical enhancements expected from such a technology, and the broader economic and health implications. Such an informed discourse lays the foundation for medical professionals, device manufacturers, and policymakers to make educated decisions about the adoption of metal-plated balloon catheters in an ever-evolving healthcare environment.
Cost Analysis of Metal Plating Implementation
Introducing metal plating to balloon catheters is a complex process that needs to be thoroughly analyzed in terms of cost-effectiveness. The upfront costs associated with the implementation of metal plating can be substantial. These costs could include research and development expenses, testing for safety and effectiveness, investments in new manufacturing equipment, training of personnel, and potential regulatory approvals. Additionally, the selection of the metal to be used for plating is crucial, as different metals have differing costs and properties.
One of the main advantages of metal plating on balloon catheters is the potential for enhanced device performance. Metal plating can improve the mechanical properties of the catheter, such as increasing its strength and reducing the likelihood of rupture or damage during use. This enhanced durability can in turn lead to reduced complication rates and fewer device failures, which is beneficial from a health economics perspective.
The added durability and performance may also lead to decreased need for repeat procedures. In the long term, while the initial costs are higher, the overall cost savings due to lower replacement rates, fewer complications, and less frequent needs for surgical intervention could potentially outweigh the initial investment. Moreover, a metal-plated balloon catheter could command a premium price in the market due to its superior performance characteristics.
Another potential benefit of metal plating is the ability to provide more predictable expansion and deflation profiles for the balloon, which can improve the precision of interventions. This precision can lead to better clinical outcomes and patient safety, which again may justify the higher cost of manufacturing.
In summary, the cost of introducing metal plating to balloon catheters must be weighed against the potential long-term benefits. This includes improved device performance, reduced complication rates, lower frequency of repeat procedures, and potentially better clinical outcomes that altogether may lead to decreased healthcare costs over time. The actual cost-benefit analysis would require a detailed study, considering all direct and indirect costs, savings, and the pricing strategy for the final product. The market’s willingness to accept a higher-priced, but potentially more effective medical device, is also a critical factor in determining the viability of metal plating in balloon catheters.
Durability and Lifespan Improvement
When considering the implementation of metal plating onto balloon catheters, the aspect of durability and lifespan improvement stands as a central premise for such an enhancement. Metal plating, typically involving materials such as stainless steel, nickel-titanium (nitinol), or cobalt-chromium, adds a layer of strength and resistance to the catheter, potentially reducing the likelihood of damage or puncture during usage. The enhancement can be particularly valuable for balloon catheters used in challenging vascular environments or in procedures that require more robust and reliable equipment.
In terms of cost versus benefits, the initial costs associated with the introduction of metal plating to balloon catheters can be significant. This could include expenditures for research and development, purchasing new materials, updating manufacturing processes, training personnel, and obtaining regulatory approval. However, it’s essential to take a holistic view and consider the long-term cost implications. A catheter with increased durability and extended lifespan can decrease the need for replacement devices and reduce the frequency of repeat procedures due to device failure. Moreover, the enhanced reliability can contribute to better patient outcomes, as the risk of complications related to device malfunction is minimized.
The potential benefits in device performance are closely tied to the improvements in durability. Improved mechanical stability provided by metal plating means that the catheter can withstand higher pressures, enabling it to navigate and operate more effectively in the tortuous anatomy. This can result in more precise and effective treatments, as the plating can also improve the tactile feedback experienced by clinicians, leading to better control during the procedure. Additionally, the versatility of a metal-plated catheter can lead to new applications in areas previously inaccessible to standard catheters, thus potentially opening up new markets and opportunities for medical device companies.
However, the cost of introducing metal plating to balloon catheters must be balanced against its potential benefits. It’s worth assessing whether the premium paid for metal plating aligns with the expected performance gains and lifespan extension. This involves conducting extensive trials and cost-benefit analyses to understand the true impact on patient outcomes and healthcare costs. In an increasingly value-based healthcare environment, the economic pressures drive the need for a demonstrable return on investment in device enhancements.
Ultimately, device manufacturers and healthcare providers must weigh the up-front costs against the downstream savings and quality improvements. Assuming that the durability and lifespan improvements from metal plating translate into significant clinical and economic benefits, this investment in device performance can be justified. Still, it requires careful consideration of market demands, regulatory pathways, and the ongoing evolution of medical device technology to ensure that the introduction is financially viable and meets the highest standards of patient care.
Device Performance Enhancements
When discussing device performance enhancements specific to balloon catheters with metal plating, the conversation naturally gravitates toward the integration of advanced materials and engineering techniques aimed at improving the efficacy and functionality of these medical devices. The incorporation of metal plating onto the surface of a balloon catheter can lead to a myriad of performance enhancements that justify the initiative, despite any associated costs.
The metal plating can provide increased structural integrity to the catheter, making it more resistant to punctures and abrasions. This is particularly advantageous when navigating the catheter through complex vascular routes, thus reducing the likelihood of device failure during critical procedures. Additionally, certain metals can improve the catheter’s flexibility without compromising its strength, ensuring more precise navigation and placement.
Another performance enhancement includes the potential for better transmission of radio frequencies for imaging purposes due to the conductive properties of metals. Enhanced visibility under imaging techniques such as fluoroscopy ensures that physicians can perform procedures with greater accuracy and confidence. Moreover, by facilitating the inclusion of other functionalities like localized drug delivery or even electrical stimulation, the therapeutic scope of balloon catheters can be broadened significantly.
Regarding potential costs, the introduction of metal plating to balloon catheters presents both a manufacturing challenge and an investment in research and development. The costs may include the price of the raw metal material, additional equipment, potential redesign of the catheter, and the necessary clinical trials to evaluate the new device’s performance and ensure its safety.
Even so, the potential benefits of metal-plated balloon catheters in terms of device performance must be carefully weighed against these costs. While initial expenditures may be substantial, the long-term payoff in terms of enhanced device capabilities could yield improved patient outcomes and increased demand for such cutting-edge catheters. This could ultimately translate into cost savings for healthcare systems due to reduced complication rates and shorter procedure times, not to mention the competitive edge that a manufacturer could gain in the market.
In conclusion, the introduction of metal plating to balloon catheters is a significant innovation with the potential to greatly enhance device performance. It is a cost-intensive venture; however, the investment may be justified by the resultant improvements in the functionality, safety, and overall effectiveness of the catheters. Such progress may render the procedure more efficient and improve patient outcomes, providing a compelling argument for the initial outlay in the pursuit of advanced medical procedures and care.
Patient Safety and Clinical Outcomes
Patient safety and clinical outcomes are of paramount importance in the development and enhancement of medical devices such as balloon catheters. When contemplating the introduction of metal plating to balloon catheters, a thorough evaluation of the potential impacts on patient safety and the outcomes of clinical procedures is essential.
Metal plating can provide improved structural integrity to the balloon catheters, which is likely to lead to more precise deployment and control during medical procedures. This enhancement can be particularly beneficial in complex interventions where traditional catheters may be prone to failure or may not provide the necessary performance. Metal-plated balloon catheters could potentially reduce the risk of catheter-related complications such as dissection, rupture, or improper inflation. Consequently, this can contribute to better patient safety by minimizing the risk of adverse events during catheterization procedures.
Regarding clinical outcomes, the improved functionality of metal-plated balloon catheters may translate into more effective treatments. For example, metal plating could allow for better pressure transmission and uniform inflation of the balloon, which is critical in procedures such as angioplasty. As a result, patients could experience better immediate and long-term outcomes following interventions, including reduced rates of restenosis, the need for repeat procedures, and quicker recovery times due to minimally invasive approaches.
However, the costs associated with introducing metal plating to balloon catheters must be scrutinized against these potential benefits. The development and manufacturing processes for metal-plated catheters are likely more complex and resource-intensive compared to standard catheters, which could result in higher costs. This includes the costs of research and development, sourcing of materials, production, and ensuring compliance with stringent regulatory standards for medical devices.
Moreover, healthcare providers must consider the return on investment, as the higher costs of these advanced catheters will likely be passed on to healthcare systems and, ultimately, to patients. While the initial investment in metal-plated catheters can be substantial, the long-term cost savings from reduced complication rates and fewer repeat interventions could offset the upfront costs. It is imperative to conduct comprehensive cost-benefit analyses to determine whether the improved device performance justifies the increased expenditure.
In summary, the incorporation of metal plating into balloon catheters has the potential to enhance patient safety and improve clinical outcomes significantly, but it comes at a cost. The key lies in balancing these enhancements with the economic implications, ensuring that the innovations are accessible and offer a clear advantage in the clinical setting over existing solutions. It is crucial for ongoing research and trials to provide robust data on the clinical and economic effectiveness of metal-plated balloon catheters, enabling healthcare providers to make informed decisions based on a combination of safety, performance, and cost considerations.
Market Competitiveness and Commercial Viability
Market competitiveness and commercial viability are significant considerations for manufacturers when introducing new technologies such as metal plating to balloon catheters. Balloon catheters are used in various medical procedures, including angioplasty, stent placement, and valvuloplasty, making them critical devices in the field of interventional cardiology and other medical specialties. The application of metal plating to these devices could potentially enhance their performance through improved strength, flexibility, and electrical conductivity.
From an economic perspective, the introduction of metal plating to balloon catheters represents an upfront cost for manufacturers. This cost includes the expenses associated with research and development, the possible alteration of existing manufacturing processes, the acquisition of necessary materials, and potential regulatory hurdles before bringing the improved product to market. Moreover, any changes to the catheter design could require further clinical trials to ensure safety and effectiveness, adding to the initial investment.
Despite these costs, the benefits of metal plating could offer a significant return on investment. Metal plating could increase the durability of balloon catheters, which in turn could lead to a reduction in the need for replacements due to wear and tear. This improvement in the product’s lifespan can contribute to cost savings over time, both for manufacturers and for healthcare providers. Additionally, enhanced device performance could lead to better patient outcomes, which is a cornerstone of value-based healthcare systems. Improved patient outcomes can subsequently promote trust and preference for the brand among healthcare professionals, leading to increased sales and market share.
The performance benefits might also include the ability to perform more complex procedures with a higher success rate. This capability can position the product at the forefront of medical device innovation, which can justify a premium price point, increasing the potential for greater profit margins.
Furthermore, the added value from metal plating could make the balloon catheters more appealing in a highly competitive market. First-mover advantage is particularly pertinent in the medical device industry; being the first to offer a significantly improved product can capture a larger market segment before competitors catch up. Hence, companies that regularly invest in R&D and bring innovative products to market are often viewed as leaders and tend to have more robust commercial success.
In conclusion, while the upfront costs of introducing metal plating to balloon catheters are not negligible, the potential for enhanced device performance, improved patient outcomes, and increased market share can translate into significant economic benefits for the manufacturer. The balance between cost and benefit must be carefully assessed, but with strategic planning, the introduction of metal-plated balloon catheters could be a very commercial viable move that fosters competitive advantage in the medical device sector.


A 3-Pronged Supply Side Suite for Publishers
Consequence Media has launched Encore, a new generation supply side suite for its portfolio of publishers. Key components include increased viewability, increased yield, media management, and improved performance across the programmatic and direct channels. The platform also provides publishers with the ability to exclusively roll out video content and/or leverage available content from premium publishers within the platform for monetization.
The Encore Supply Side Suite has shown an increase in viewability of up to 52% in display and 32% in video for most publishers in the Consequence Media Group. This is made possible by reducing page load and a persistent focus on serving viewable ad impressions. This has increased the overall average click-through rates by 125% across the flagship publisher Consequence. The higher viewability has yielded a 30% increase in eCPM and further increased viewable impressions by ingesting viewable ads based on user behavior and engagement.
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“To create more value to the advertiser and a better experience for the readers, it was important for us to focus on viewability and contextual targeting rather than impressions,” said Arpan Paul, CTO of Consequence Media. “The added benefit of cutting content delivery costs down has resulted in a lift of publisher’s net revenues.”
Publishers can now manage their video inventory and ad stack without upfront costs via the Encore media management portal. Notable features include video and playlist insertion based on contextual targeting and shareable embeds for social media promotions. Additionally, turnkey demand plus an OLV player for video inventory and the ability to curate from premium publishers generate incremental revenue that is readily available.
“Based on the resounding success rate for our flagship publisher, Consequence, we are now excited to release Encore across all our publishers within our network. The Encore suite gives publishers the most accurate and complete way to manage their display, video inventory and ad stack by cutting content delivery costs, resulting in enhanced capabilities and significant increase of their net revenue,” shares Sajan Shiva, CEO of Consequence Media.
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Brown Swiss cows are at the Gitanagari ISKCON farm in Pennsylvania. The have a cow protection program there. If Switzerland and cheese are closely associated, it’s because of the Brown Swiss cow. Not only do they yield excellent milk, but also the fat-to-protein ratio is ideal for Paneer cheese making.
A little trimmer than a Brown Swiss bull, this Brown Swiss cow is a star on the dairy farm, with a pleasant face reflecting its calm demeanor.
Size and Color: Brown Swiss cows are not all brown, of course, and she is brownish grey with some white fur. She is 5 inches Long.
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Born in Durban, internationally acclaimed singer-songwriter Shekhinah, first found notoriety on MNET’s SA Idols talent show.
Her 2018 debut album, “Rose Gold,” a vibey, multi-genre pop exploration of life, love, and everything in between, garnered three South African Music Awards, two AFRIMMA awards, and an MTV EMA nomination for Best African Act.
The platinum-selling artist has never disappointed. It’s impossible to overstate how great her experience has been in the entertainment world. Shekhinah has maintained her position as a key figure in modern pop and urban R&B through a string of shrewd collaborations with some of South Africa’s finest hitmakers.
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The Big Pink "Hit the Ground (Superman)" (video)
Published Nov 16, 2011Just the other day, we got the details of the Big Pink's upcoming new album, Future This. We also got the new track "Hit the Ground (Superman)," which now has its own music vid.
You can watch the clip for the Laurie Anderson-sampling track below. And yeah, this song is no "Dominos," but it does have us a bit more interested in that new record, even if dudes seem to be embracing those pop aspirations pretty damn tight here.
Future This arrives on January 17 via 4AD.


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One of SLA's current projects under construction in the is the Anacortes Residence. The house is located on a piece of land that overlooks the Guemes Channel with a stunning view of Guemes Island. Obviously, the owners wanted to take advantage of the view.
The design process begin with a focus on several aspects: 1. The View 2. Light 3. Cost
Focusing on these perimeters, we began with a simple shed roof. Two walls, two beams and a shed roof above. A shed roof can be very cost effective in providing a modern architectural form while keeping construction costs down. Shed roofs also work well in areas like Seattle and the Pacific Northwest. It 'sheds' rain, leaves and whatever else might fall on your roof easily. To take advantage of the southern light, the high point on the shed roof points toward the hill and slopes downward toward the water, nicely framing the view.
Keeping to simple, cost effecti ve framing helped narrow down the type of roof the building would have. The width of the roof is narrow to enable the use of traditional off the counter framing materials. To make the building more dynamic and better suited for the site, multiple changes were made.
Because the topography bends slightly on the site, we rotated and bent the simple shed form to conform to the land and surroundings. Doing this really helped make the building feel more a part of the landscape and surrounding environment.
As the floor plan was worked out, the roof overhang were trimmed to match, create sharp angles and a more dynamic form.
We are excited to see the house completed. Construction is wrapping up and we hope to have the owners moved in by September. Thanks for visiting!

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Are there any reliable brands that offer affordable drum sets?
When it comes to purchasing a drum set, finding a reliable brand is of utmost importance. A reliable brand not only ensures the quality and durability of the instrument but also offers a seamless playing experience. In this article, we will explore some affordable drum set options from reliable brands that cater to the needs of beginners or budget-conscious musicians. Let’s delve into the world of drum sets and discover the brands that are worth considering.
Yamaha Drum Sets
Yamaha is a renowned brand in the music industry, known for its top-notch instruments. Their drum sets are no exception. Yamaha offers a range of affordable drum sets that are perfect for beginners or musicians on a budget. These drum sets are carefully crafted with quality materials to deliver a rich and powerful sound.
One of the standout features of Yamaha drum sets is their durability. They are designed to withstand the rigors of regular practice and performances, ensuring that you can rely on them for years to come. Additionally, Yamaha drum sets are equipped with advanced features such as adjustable hardware, allowing you to customize your playing experience.
Customer reviews and ratings further testify to the reliability and value for money that Yamaha drum sets offer. Many users praise the excellent sound quality, easy setup, and overall performance of Yamaha drum sets. With Yamaha, you can be confident that you are investing in a drum set that will meet your musical needs without breaking the bank.
Pearl Drum Sets
Another brand that stands out in the realm of drum sets is Pearl. With a solid reputation for producing high-quality instruments, Pearl offers a range of affordable drum sets that are suitable for beginners as well as seasoned musicians.
What sets Pearl drum sets apart is their exceptional craftsmanship and attention to detail. Each drum set is meticulously designed to ensure optimal sound projection and durability. The affordability factor of Pearl drum sets makes them an attractive option for those who want a reliable instrument without breaking the bank.
Satisfied customers rave about the quality sound and build of Pearl drum sets. Many users appreciate the versatility and ease of playing that Pearl drum sets provide, making them suitable for various musical genres. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced drummer, Pearl drum sets offer a reliable and affordable option for your musical journey.
Roland Drum Sets
For those seeking a modern twist to their drumming experience, Roland is a brand that should not be overlooked. Known for its electronic drum sets, Roland offers affordable options that cater to the needs of modern musicians.
Roland drum sets combine cutting-edge technology with affordability, making them a popular choice among drummers. These electronic drum sets offer various features such as built-in sounds, easy customization options, and compatibility with music software. With Roland, you can create unique sounds and explore new possibilities in your music.
Notable artists such as Tama Impala, Aaron Spears, and Hannah Welton have all chosen Roland drum sets as their instrument of choice. Their positive experiences and the recognition they receive only serve to underscore the reliability and value that Roland drum sets offer.
Other Affordable Drum Set Options
Aside from Yamaha, Pearl, and Roland, there are other reliable brands that offer affordable drum set options. These brands include Ludwig, Gretsch, and Tama, to name a few. Each brand has its own unique features, price range, and suitability for different skill levels.
Ludwig drum sets are known for their classic sound and durable build. Gretsch drum sets, on the other hand, are prized for their vintage aesthetic and warm tones. Tama drum sets are renowned for their versatility and innovative design. These brands are worth exploring to find a drum set that matches your specific needs and preferences.
Before making a purchase, it is always recommended to read customer reviews and testimonials to get a better understanding of the product’s performance and durability. This will ensure that you make an informed decision and choose a drum set that suits your musical aspirations and budget.
When it comes to purchasing an affordable drum set, choosing a reliable brand is paramount. Brands like Yamaha, Pearl, and Roland offer affordable options that do not compromise on quality or performance. Investing in a quality instrument will not only enhance your musical experience but also ensure its longevity.
Consider your needs, budget, and skill level when selecting a drum set. Explore the options available from different brands, read customer reviews, and testimonials to make an informed decision. With the right drum set, you can unleash your musical talents and embark on a remarkable drumming journey. Choose wisely and enjoy the rhythm!


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The UWM LGBTQ+ Resource Center is a community on campus dedicated to providing social-justice-based education, resources, programming, and support for students of all genders and orientations. We value intersectionality and aim to create a UWM community that is community that is equitable, respectful, and engaged in challenging systemic oppression.
The LGBTQ+ visibility has been an important part of campus life since 1971, when the UW-Milwaukee Gay People’s Union was founded, a student group and social service agency dedicated to the needs of the gay community.
One of our more well-known historical members of the UWM community is Lou Sullivan. Sullivan was a writer, activist, proponent of the transmasculine community, one of the first to publicly identify as both gay and a trans man. He grew up in Milwaukee and worked at UWM, where he helped was deeply involved with the Gay People’s Union. Sullivan left Milwaukee and moved to San Francisco, California to access community, acceptance, and trans healthcare, but his legacy lives on here in Milwaukee.
In 1994, a task force on Lesbian, Gay and Bisexual issues was developed with the hope of bringing about a more inclusive environment on campus. In 2001 the Task Force created a proposal for the creation of a space dedicated to promoting the welfare of LGBTQ+ students, faculty, and staff on campus, and the LGBTQ+ Resource Center was born!
January 1st of 2002, the founding director was hired and we started the process of opening the center by creating a space for programs to take place. From there, other programs and resources which we still have, such as the L.I.F.T. program, began to be developed. This program was well received and contributed to creating a more inclusive campus specifically for LGBTQ+ students. It was from this program that we realized we did not need to have all the answers to people’s questions but we could at least provide people with help and resources to find their answers throughout the UWM campus.
The UWM LGBTQ+ Resource Center had it’s Grand Opening on September 26, 2002 with a Ribbon Cutting. It was a great day for the LGBTQ+ Community here at UWM and the resource center continues to be a valued and inclusive space utilized daily by the UWM LGBTQ+ community and its allies.


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Private Limited Company Advantages And Sole Trader Basic Accounts
- Limitation of Liability
There is no distinction between business money and personal money for anyone self employed as all business debts are the personal responsibility of the sole trader. The private limited company advantages are that the company is a separate corporate body and liability for payment of debts stops with the pvt ltd company, the owners, shareholders are not personally liable. The directors are only liable if they continue to trade and incur liabilities after it becomes apparent the ltd company is insolvent.
are benefiting out of this limited company setup as it is of huge tax saving options to it.
2. Lower Taxes
Lower corporation tax offered a private limited company advantages over self employment in recent years. The £10,000 tax free limit was cancelled several years ago. Corporation tax rates have increased from 20 per cent to 22 per cent for small ltd companies over the last three years compared with the basic rate tax for a sole trader which has reduced from 22 per cent to 20 per cent Incorporation does still offer tax saving advantages dependent upon the net profit before tax.
The private limited company advantages come from the flexibility of being able to determine the proportions of salary and dividends taken compared with a sole trader whose basic accounts are subject to tax at fixed tax rates and thresholds.
A sole trader receives a £6,035 personal allowance and pays basic rate tax of 20 per cent on the next £34,800 of earnings up to the higher threshold limit and 40 per cent tax thereafter. Class 4 national insurance is 8 per cent of earnings up to the upper primary threshold and 1 per cent thereafter.
Dividends are taxed at 10 per cent on total income up to the higher threshold and 32.5 per cent above. The dividend is a distribution of company profit after corporation tax has been deducted and so the shareholder also receives a dividend tax credit from the pvt ltd company of 10 per cent.
There are significant private limited company advantages regarding tax liability compared to a sole trader where net income is below the upper earnings threshold.
For example assuming the limited company net profit before salary is £35,000. A sole trader would pay income tax of £5,793 plus national insurance of £2,317.20, a total of £8,107.20. If a salary of £6.035 is taken and the rest is taken in dividends a private limited company would pay £6,372.30 corporation tax, after deducting the salary from net taxable profit and the sole trader now the shareholder would pay no income tax.
The advantages increase where net taxable profit is above the self employment upper earnings limit as money can be left in the business and therefore only subject to the 22 per cent corporation tax rate thereby avoiding the sole trader 40 per cent tax rate. Another possibility is to distribute the shares among family members to reduce the risk of 40 per cent tax.
3. Limited Company accounts and Sole Trader basic accounts
Sole trader basic accounts can be quite simple as a formal accounting system is not required and can be reduced to simple lists of income and expenditure supported by documentary evidence of sales and purchase invoices, effectively single entry bookkeeping. Producing a balance sheet is optional. Due to the simplicity then an accountant may not be required saving a significant cost. Ltd company accounts have to use double entry bookkeeping to produce the year end accounts including a balance sheet with statutory notes and statements. Unless accounting software is employed to produce the company accounts in this format then accounting knowledge is required and an accountants fee may well be in the region of £500 to £1,000. An accountant is not essential for a small pvt ltd company but is the normal approach and offsets some of the tax advantages.
4. Additional financial considerations
Because a director is also officially an employee of the pvt ltd company this gives rise to a number of considerations in determining the extent of a private limited company advantages.
Pension contributions of a sole trader are personal and while may be deducted from the personal income liability do not form part of the basic accounts. The pension costs including any company contribution to a pension scheme by a private limited company is a deductible business expense as an employee cost.
Using a car for business purposes may have an impact. The sole trader basic accounts would include the business proportion of the vehicle running costs or the mileage allowance. If that vehicle is used by a director then that director is receiving a taxable benefit potentially resulting in a higher tax burden depending upon the type of vehicle as taxable benefits vary. An alternative may be to leave the company vehicle privately owned and the director claim mileage allowances rather than vehicle running costs.
Potentially small issues but there differences in the accounting treatment of deductible expenses such as charitable donations, entertaining expenses and use of home as office. A private limited company advantages consist of being able to claim such expenses as valid business expenses which would not be claimable in the sole trader basic accounts as treated as personal not business.
If the director and main shareholder have other associated companies then the corporation basic tax rate could be affected.
5. Administration, management and business standing
A sole trader basically pleases themselves with regard to the administration and management of the business. A company director is responsible for adhering to company administration according to statutory regulations in regard to both the limited company accounts, statutory books and management as stated in the articles of association. The duties of a director are more formal than a sole trader.
Forming a private limited company is an indication that a business is both serious, has a long term objective and is correctly managed. This psychological perception can increase the business standing of a business. In addition funding requirements are more likely to be met as the lender to a sole trader has to consider the absence of a balance sheet statement in the basic accounts and the financial influences personally affecting the sole trader. A private limited company advantages concern the published financial statements, protection of the financial position from personal influences and the option of increasing security by virtue of asking directors to provide additional personal guarantees.
A private limited company advantages over self employment also extends to long term finance. Companies tend to retain more funds within the business to meet future financial commitments which aids year on year growth, a more sustainable business and medium term profits growth over a sole trader.
DIY Accounting information on a private limited company advantages is designed to assist the important decision. In addition to company formation service DIY Accounting design tax accounting software for sole trader basic accounts for all self employed business and limited company accounts that produce automated tax returns.
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Charli Owens’ murder house renovation is supposed to save her from financial ruin-if it doesn’t kill her first. More than corpses pile up, forcing Charli and neighboring contractor Eli Lange together as they unravel a history of death, corruption, and deceit leading to criminal activity of the 1960s Chicago Syndicate.
Author Lynda Rees grew up near Newport, KY while the Cleveland Syndicate ruled, and the area prospered from their unlawful activities. A fascination with how history creates the future and what happened to the next generations, led her to do extensive research into mobster activities as she crafted this scenario of how a couple of historical events might have continued to play out in today’s world. This story is a fabrication of Lynda’s imagination, though facts and event details are mentioned in the story.
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Bill Hader is a gift. For a long time, the Saturday Night Live alum felt under appreciated, getting sidelined in supporting roles that never showed off the breadth of his hilarity. That was until Barry, HBO’s dark comedy series that is a real star vehicle for Hader, who created it, writes it, directs it, and stars in it.
The first season was a breakout hit, topping a number of “best of 2018” TV lists (including our own) and earning Hader and co-star Henry Winkler acting Emmys. Today, HBO announced the show will return next month, and also dropped a new trailer.The show follows Hader’s Barry Block, a Midwestern hitman who comes to Los Angeles for work but accidentally falls in love with acting. In season one, he wrestled with the demands of his violent day job and his burgeoning love for the arts. After a series of emotional ups and downs, Barry declared himself out of the killing business in last year’s finale. But we all know there isn’t much of a show if that were the truth, and the trailer for season two proves that you can’t escape the past.
We don’t get too much in the way of plot from this first look, but we do see Barry once again struggling with his bloody history, the trauma of which he pours into his stage characters. It also looks like he got a job at a clothing store, like any respectable star-in-the-making, so it’s nice to see some change of scenery. It’s the contrast between Barry’s cheery daily routine and dark and dangerous night life that makes the show so unique, so we can’t wait to get more of that disparity in season two.
But let’s be real, Henry Winkler as Barry’s acting coach Gene Cousineau is stealing the show here, as he’s wont to do. From complimenting Barry’s “deep” humanity to favorably comparing him to Charles Manson, there’s nothing we don’t love about this guy.
We’ll see how everything shakes out when Barry returns to HBO on March 31.


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A 31-year-old mother and wife happily plays with her child and plans the meal she will cook for dinner, not knowing there's a 95 percent blockage in her coronary artery. Is she able to survive?
The answer is YES!
More than eight million women in the U.S. currently live with heart disease and live productive lives. These women share their hopes, their fears and their battles as part of support groups exclusively for women. If you are a woman who lives with heart disease, the Cone Health Heart and Vascular Center's Heart Sisters is one such support group.
Heart Sisters is led by Tonya Moore and Kristie Yoder, both currently living with heart disease. "It can be emotionally and physically isolating to live with a chronic and life-threatening condition," says Moore. "Therefore, it's important to be able to talk with other women who are dealing with the same issues. In the end, it's empowering."
The support group offers support, education, advocacy and a secure space for women to find comfort in knowing they are not alone.
Heart Sisters is part of WomenHeart, the National Coalition for Women with Heart Disease. WomenHeart finds that 95 percent of women in an exclusive support group have an improved quality of life, 93 percent have an increased understanding of heart disease and 86 percent can easily talk about their disease with family, friends, and co-workers.
The support group is free and open to the public.
Email firstname.lastname@example.org for more information.
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I considered power might be a problem, but once the Native port is working, I can disconnect the Programming port, and the Native port continues to work, which tells me power is fine. I'm going to write a test program to see if I can figure out what it IS doing when only the Native port is connected.
As for the COM port numbers, I'm running Win8, which normally retains the same port number for a given device, regardless of which USB port it is connected to. I do sometimes see a device "Bossac Communications Port" appear as well. That one seems to appear when I try to program using the Programming port while the Native port is also connected to the PC.
I basically never use the programming port on the Due. Using the native port works perfectly fine for me. So, I'd still guess that something odd is happening with your PC or the Due itself.
As for port numbers - WIndows sucks. Even Windows 10 will give you different port numbers for different ports and it's annoying. It might be a bit better than Windows 7 where it is not uncommon for people to be up to COM40 or something. On my Win10 install I think most all my stuff registers at COM12 or less. This is as opposed to sane operating systems like Linux where devices are generally enumerated based on when you plugged them in, first come, first serve.
Also, the native port will register as two different com ports. One is the actual native port and the other is the BOSSA/SAM-BA port. You will see one or the other. If you erase the board it comes back up as BOSSA. If a firmware flash goes bad it might also come up as BOSSA or SAM-BA. Once the firmware is properly flashed it will be a different com port.


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Discover the potential pitfalls of business loan defaults and their far-reaching consequences. Learn valuable tips to avoid default situations and maintain financial stability for your small business.
Questions Answered in this Article
1. What is business loan default?
- Answer: Business loan default refers to repeatedly violating the terms of a loan agreement by consistently missing payments without resolving the issue with the lender, leading the lender to conclude that the debt won’t be repaid.
2. What are the consequences of defaulting on a business loan?
- Answer: Defaulting on a business loan can result in several negative outcomes, including losing collateral for secured loans, seizure of personal assets due to personal guarantees, legal actions and potential lawsuits, impaired credit scores affecting both business and personal credit.
3. How can I prevent business loan default?
- Answer: Preventing business loan default involves strategies like reviewing your finances to find solutions, communicating with your lender about difficulties, seeking guidance from professionals such as accountants and attorneys, and using support services from organizations like SBDC and SCORE.
4. Why is maintaining business financial stability important?
- Answer: Maintaining business financial stability is crucial to avoid default situations. Proactive financial management, open communication with lenders, and seeking professional assistance help in preventing defaults and their associated consequences.
5. Where can I find external support for managing business loan challenges?
- Answer: External support can be accessed through organizations such as Small Business Development Centers (SBDC) and SCORE. These entities offer valuable financial and legal advice to help businesses navigate loan challenges and avoid defaults.
What is a Business Loan Default?
Financing a business through debt is widespread, but it carries inherent risks. When unable to meet the obligations of a small-business loan, the loan might fall into default, resulting in a cascade of adverse consequences, ranging from the forfeiture of personal assets to the specter of bankruptcy.
In this comprehensive discussion, we will delve into the intricacies of business loan defaults, elucidating the repercussions entailed and proffering invaluable insights on preempting such dire circumstances.
Navigating the Notion of Business Loan Default
The term ‘business loan default’ connotes a situation wherein a business owner consistently breaches the legal stipulations enshrined within the loan agreement. This unfortunate state materializes when the borrower chronically misses payments, neglecting to reconcile the matter with the lender. Consequently, the lender, assessing the situation, reaches the disheartening conclusion that the debtor is unlikely to meet their financial obligations.
Distinguishing Default from Delinquency
Before a business loan officially defaults, it enters a delinquency phase. A single missed payment characterizes this preliminary phase, though variations exist depending on the lender and the specific terms of the loan agreement. Typically, upon a missed payment, a late fee may be levied, or a grace period might be extended—ranging from several days to a few weeks—during which the fee can be averted by making a payment.
Subsequent payments can redress delinquency, thereby staving off default. However, the consistent absence of payments will inevitably culminate in a default scenario.
The Unfolding Consequences of Small-Business Loan Default
When a business owner starts to default on loan payments, the lender initiates communication to acknowledge the delinquency and negotiate to find a resolution.
Should these efforts falter and default ensues, the lender embarks on a campaign to retrieve the outstanding debt, giving rise to a series of potential consequences, including:
- Loss of Collateral: In secured business loans, default empowers the lender to reclaim the collateral pledged by the borrower. For instance, if an equipment loan involves a tractor as collateral, the lender may seize it to recuperate their losses.
- Seizure of Personal Assets: Lenders often stipulate a personal guarantee as a condition for obtaining a business loan. This clause empowers the lender to appropriate the borrower’s assets to cover the defaulted debt.
- Legal Action: Lenders can resort to legal measures when confronted with uncooperative borrowers. The lender may sue the borrower to recoup the outstanding balance, alongside accrued interest, fees, and penalties. Legal proceedings might culminate in wage garnishment, tax refunds, and personal bank account appropriations.
- Credit Impairment: Business and personal credit scores bear the brunt of loan defaults. Lenders may report late payments, collections, and judgments to commercial credit bureaus, significantly tarnishing credit scores. These blemishes persist for nearly seven years, with business accounts even reporting a day-late payment.
Nurturing Vigilance against Business Loan Default
Preventing business loan default necessitates proactive financial stewardship. Strategies to forestall this predicament include:
- Thorough Financial Review: Scrutinizing your financials can uncover solutions to sustain loan payments. Analyzing cash flow, statements might unveil periods where funds suffice for payments. Prudent expenditure evaluation may identify avenues for cost reduction.
- Communication with Lender: Open dialogue with your lender is crucial. Inform them of impending financial hurdles before reaching the brink of default. Honest communication might lead to modified loan terms, payment deferments, interest rate reductions, or temporary interest-only payments.
- Professional Engagement: Enlisting the aid of a certified public accountant or attorney can be instrumental when navigating financial distress. These experts offer personalized guidance, aiding in crafting strategies to manage payments and avert default. An attorney can negotiate with lenders or collection agencies and provide legal representation if necessary.
- Leveraging Support Services: Seek support from organizations such as Small Business Development Centers or SCORE, which provide invaluable financial and legal advice at minimal or no cost.
In summation, comprehending the gravity of business loan default, the associated ramifications, and the pivotal strategies to circumvent this precarious situation can empower business owners to navigate debt financing with prudence and foresight.
- Understanding Business Loan Defaults:
- Definition of business loan default and its significance.
- The distinction between loan default and delinquency.
- Consequences of Business Loan Default:
- Loss of collateral for secured loans.
- Seizure of personal assets due to personal guarantees.
- Legal actions, lawsuits, and potential wage garnishment.
- Impaired credit scores affect both business and personal credit.
- Preventive Measures to Avoid Business Loan Defaults:
- Thorough financial review to identify payment solutions.
- Effective communication with lenders about financial challenges.
- Professional guidance from accountants and attorneys.
- Utilizing support services from organizations like SBDC and SCORE.
- Key Strategies for Financial Vigilance:
- Monitoring cash flow statements for timely payments.
- Evaluating expenses to identify cost-cutting opportunities.
- Negotiating modified loan terms and payment deferments.
- Leveraging expert assistance for personalized advice and solutions.
- Maintaining Business Financial Stability:
- Importance of proactive financial management to avoid defaults.
- Building a cooperative relationship with lenders through communication.
- The role of legal experts in negotiation and representation.
- Accessing External Support:
- Benefits of seeking advice from Small Business Development Centers.
- Leveraging SCORE for valuable financial and legal guidance.
- Final Thoughts:
- Empowering business owners to navigate debt financing wisely.
- Prioritizing open communication, strategic planning, and professional assistance.


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The ability to measure distances within a biomolecule is an important tool for determining structure and function. The electron paramagnetic resonance (EPR) Fourier Convolution-Deconvolution method of measuring distance was utilized to determine the distance between two cysteine mutated residues in the linker region of Sso1p in order to determine the conformation of this region during SNARE complex assembly. A 12 -14 Angstrom distance measurement suggests this region to alpha helical, with a small unstructured area, during complex formation. In addition the limits of distance measurements were tested using the continuous wave electron paramagnetic resonance (cwEPR) method of Fourier Convolution-Deconvolution. This method was unable to measure a known 32 Angstrom distance within the C-terminus region of the SNAP-25 protein.


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No 6 in a series about being a paperboy in the 60's
Television gave people more or less a summary of important events in national and local news. The newspaper gave all of the details and opinions along with many other benefits.
Just like the internet, paperboys were the connection between the news publishers and the reading community.
We were very essential to the political education of the masses. Opinions and feelings were formed through the news that we delivered.
If for whatever reason you missed a house you would most certainly hear about it. You would either get a call direct to your home (there were no mobiles or beepers) or the area manager would have to drive down and deliver a paper themselves, and that would be very bad.
People don’t think about the internet in friendly terms. It’s just like electricity or water. Should just be there. And that is how I think most people felt about the paper boy. We were just supposed to be there.
A few would appreciate us by giving tips, a cup cake or a friendly hi. Most, however, just expected us to be there at a certain time, or else.
We did a job. Not thinking much about how important we were, but realising that if we didn’t perform, we would hear about it. I suppose an ISP customer support would say about the same thing.
Not everybody subscribed to get a newspaper. Based on my routes I suspect that only 20% of the people read a newspaper. The rest just got their news from hearsay or the 5 o’clock news. It’s probably the same today. People watch their news and don’t read.
Looking at it in another way, can we say the internet is nothing but a paperboy?


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In today's scenario, high performance computing is needed to solve the complex scientific problems. In this regards the Multi-core technology is one of the major technologies. Intel's Dual Core processors improve the performance of applications by executing multiple programs at a time. The objective of the present paper is to evaluate the performance of well-known Object-oriented programming languages namely Visual C#, Visual C++ and Java on Intel's Dual Core processors. To check the performance of various programs on Dual Core processors, a common program is developed in these three languages. The run time of each program is measured for quantitative comparison of performance of these languages. Before evaluating the performance of these processors, an efficient UML model is designed for the program execution.


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(The Center Square) – The Pennsylvania Senate has approved a concurrent resolution that rejects the state’s entry into a program that caps carbon emissions from power generators.
Three Democrats joined all of the chamber’s Republicans in adopting the measure Wednesday as a rebuke of the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative (RGGI) – a key piece of Gov. Tom Wolf’s climate strategy.
It’s the latest move from legislative Republicans intent on unraveling the governor’s October 2019 executive order that kickstarted the regulatory process for entering Pennsylvania into the RGGI that is now nearing conclusion.
The 11 participating states have cut power sector carbon pollution by 45% since 2005 and generated $4 billion in reinvestment proceeds. In the most recent auction completed Sept. 8, power producers bought more than $213 million in emissions credits.
Wolf has said joining RGGI will help Pennsylvania reduce its carbon emissions by 225 million metric tons and create 27,000 jobs over the next decade.
Critics argue participation without legislative approval flouts the constitution and could spike electricity prices up to 18% for greenhouse gas emissions reductions that will be all but erased by pollution leaking from nonparticipating states to the west and south.
The opposition got a boost from an unlikely ally this week, when Attorney General Josh Shaprio, who launched his gubernatorial campaign earlier this month, agreed that RGGI may not be the best way to combat climate change.
“We need to take real action to address climate change, protect and create energy jobs and ensure Pennsylvania has reliable, affordable and clean power for the long term,” he said. “As governor, I will implement an energy strategy which passes that test, and it’s not clear to me that RGGI does.”
Sens. Gene Yaw, R-Williamsport, and Joe Pittman, R-Indiana, who serve as two of the chamber’s loudest RGGI critics, welcomed Shapiro’s comments, but urged him to stop the regulatory process now.
In a letter to lawmakers, Shapiro’s office said its role in the regulatory review process “while substantive, is also narrow.”
“We are prevented from making any policy decisions regarding a particular regulation,” said Amy Elliot, chief deputy attorney general. “We must adhere to the rule of law laid out in the Commonwealth Attorneys Act – a review for ‘form and legality’ and no further.
Shapiro said “ultimately” it’s a determination he will make as governor, “in close consultation with workers and affected communities.”
“I refuse to accept the false choice between protecting jobs or protecting our planet – we must do both and my priority will be ensuring Pennsylvania has a comprehensive climate and energy policy that will move all of us forward,” he said.

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The University of Maryland System Board of Regents unanimously voted today to merge its Baltimore City and Baltimore County campuses.
The resolution approved by 16 board members today also asks Gov. William Donald Schaefer and state legislators to give the necessary approvals, which would probably include a bill in the General Assembly.
If approved, the combined school would be called University of Maryland Baltimore.
The new school would focus on the health sciences, life sciences, technology, social work, law and public policy.
One benefit of the merger is that the larger school, which would have more than 15,000 students, would qualify for more research grant money, said Regent Henry R. Lord.
The merger, however, would not lead to significant cost savings.
"It will be cost-saving over time, but we cannot present this as a cost-saving measure. It would be a mistake to assume that's the driving reason to do this," Lord said.
Other University of Maryland System presidents have expressed concern that the new school complement their functions, rather than simply duplicate them.
Otherwise, they said, the University of Maryland Baltimore could drain money from their schools.
The board today said that officials should develop a mission statement that deals explicitly with the relationships between UMB and other institutions in the University of Maryland System.
Regent Ann Hull said, "This really is a new institution."

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||Franklin, LA - Parish of St. Mary 50 Cents 1862. PCGS Very Fine 30 Apparent. This is from a blue paper series that was "Fundable in Parish Bonds bearing 8 per cent interest" specified at the right end. A train in an oval is at top center, a red 50 CTS protector is across, and counters are at the left end. Noted as "Stained; Edge Damage; Minor Mounting Remnants on Back" by grading. Ex: Eric P. Newman Numismatic Education Society, Heritage Auctions Internet Sale (5/2017).
(Description courtesy of Heritage Auctions, ha.com.) Realized $61.00.

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One of the places worth mentioning in Penang is the Botanic Gardens. Located at Jalan Kebun Bunga (literally translated to Flower Garden Road, how apt a name!), it is Malaysia’s only botanic garden, boasting a great and artistic landscape. As such, Penang is proud for being home to this green piece of land that makes a great spot for a jog or stroll with friends and family.
Why is the Penang Botanic Gardens so popular? The garden is most well-known for its greenery with a variety of flora and fauna. Some of the rare and special flora that can be found in the garden include the large roots of Sengkuang tree, the Cannon Ball tree, the Pinang palm, the black lily and the candle tree. Of all, you’d probably find the Cannon Ball tree most fascinating; there are indeed ‘cannon balls’ hanging from the tree trunks! On the other hand, you can see many types of insects and butterflies in the garden too. There are even cheeky Dusky Leaf monkeys and Black Giant squirrels to greet you as you step into the gardens. Beware of your belongings as the monkeys might be little but they don’t hesitate when snatching your food and belongings (this especially goes for the small groups of Macaques that roam the area).
There is much to do at the Botanic Gardens. Recreational activities are always the favorite with the soothing greenery around and the cool fresh air, so the garden is always popular with people in the mornings and evenings performing aerobics, jogging and other exercises such as ‘tai chi’ and ‘qi gong’. Those more game for adventure will go jungle trekking. If you simply don’t want to break out in a sweat, do nothing but sit and relax in the shade of the trees. Plonk yourself on the grass, sit and chat with friends or pack a picnic basket to be enjoyed with family (once again, keep an eye out for the monkeys!).
Green fingers and plant lovers will love the Botanic Gardens even more for its fern and cactus houses. A number of fern and cactus species that are really rare and special can be found here. There is an aroid walkway, which has about hundreds species of aroids (members of the Araceae family of plants) being displayed. Other than these, you can pay a visit to the lily pond which is a favorite among visitors. With the variety of colorful flowering plants from a wide diversity of Malaysia flora seen here, it is no wonder that the Penang Botanic Gardens has been selected as the host for the annual International Flora Festival that takes place in May every year. If you happen to be in the island that month, make sure to drop by the Botanic Gardens for the most beautiful sights of blooming flowers and plants of every shade and tone. It will also be a good chance to gain some information and knowledge in plants, landscape or techniques in herbarium.
All these greenery, fresh air and mingling among plants can be gotten for free! There are no fees charged to visitors, so visit the Botanic Gardens with no reservations to feel nature close to yourself. The Botanic Gardens is open every day from 5 a.m. until 8 p.m. daily. The garden is located approximately 8km from the Georgetown city, so getting there is not difficult at all. There is ample parking if you are driving there with a rental car. Every taxi driver knows the way to the gardens. In front of the main gate, there is a small park with a fountain, with next to it a few shops selling drinks, snacks and small bites to eat.
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The Commissioner of Police, Kogi State Police Command, CP Idrisu Dauda Dabban psc (+), fdc orders for a watertight security across the State to ensure a hitch free Christmas and New year’s celebrations.
He stated this during a conference with the Deputy Commissioners of Police, Area Commanders, Tactical and operational Commanders as well as Divisional Police Officers.
He reiterates the Command’s level of preparedness, determination and commitment in synergy with other security agencies in ensuring adequate security of life and property in the State.
He charged all the Area Commanders, Tactical and operational Commanders, as well as Divisional Police Officers to beef up security in their Area of Responsibilities (AOR) and ensure massive deployment of patrol Teams along the major highways.
He charged them to deploy undercover operations to black spots, flash points and other vulnerable criminal spots to nip in the bud all forms of crimes and criminality across the State .
He said this is to make sure that detection of crimes are prompt to serve as effective deterrent to all criminals
The Commissioner call on parents to caution their Children and wards not to fall victim of playing knock out as anybody caught causing trouble will be arrested and prosecuted accordingly.
To this end, the Commissioner urges the good people of the State to always avail the Command with correct and useful information on the activities of criminal elements in order to curtail their acts of criminality in the State.