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Francesca Lubiani
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(1977-07-12) 12 July 1977 (age 42)
Left-handed (two-handed forehand and backhand)
58 (26 May 1997)
1R (1996, 1997, 1998)
114 (15 August 2005)
Grand Slam Doubles results
Francesca Lubiani (born 12 July 1977) is a former professional tennis player from Italy.
Her career high WTA singles ranking is 58, which she reached on 26 May 1997. Her career high doubles ranking is 114, set at 15 August 2005.
WTA Tour finals[edit]
Doubles: 1 (0–1)[edit]
Legend: Before 2009
Legend: Starting in 2009
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Tier I (0–0) Premier Mandatory (0–0)
Tier II (0–0) Premier 5 (0–0)
Tier III (0–0) Premier (0–0)
Tier IV & V (0–0) International (0–0)
Outcome No. Date Tournament Surface Partner Opponents Score
Runner-up 1. 8 January 2005 Auckland, New Zealand Hard Leanne Baker Shinobu Asagoe
Katarina Srebotnik 3-6, 3-6
Francesca Lubiani at the Women's Tennis Association
Francesca Lubiani at the International Tennis Federation
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Yamaha TP-4300R Series Timpani with Aluminum Bowl, Set of 2 - 26" and 29"
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The 25-year-old part-Mexican American singer/actress will join survivors of the February 14 mass shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, Florida, as they take to the streets of Washington to protest gun violence.
On March 24, survivors will be joined by Lovato, Ariana Grande, Miley Cyrus and Jennifer Hudson as they call for gun legislation reform.
One of the survivors, David Hogg, made the announcement for March for Our Lives during an appearance on CNN.
"We're gonna have four major independent women that are standing with us and walking beside us," Hogg said.
The shooting at Stoneman Douglas High claimed the lives of 17 people.
Lovato invited survivors onstage during the opening show of her tour in San Diego.
Other celebrities, including Jimmy Fallon and George Clooney, are set to attend as well.
The march will occur 10 days after a national student walkout, which was met with similar support by celebrities including Katy Perry and Zendaya.
Sister marches will take place in cities across the nation.


In this Glossary, we aim to make it as easy as possible for our clients to navigate around the rather IT-derived expressions that they will encounter in their quest for the perfect HRIS, HR software, Payroll Software or Time and Attendance solution.
A part of the HRIS that collects and aggregates information on attendance, holidays and sickness. The main ways in which the module can be populated are by direct input from paper records, via an Employee Self Service system or by upload from a Data Importer or Time and Attendance application.
Some Absence modules facilitate use of the Bradford Factor method of evaluating sickness absence.
Part of any main HRIS is the Audit Trail, usually accessed through the System Admin area.
This will detail every transaction through the application, date and by whom generated. Regular checks of this are essential to verify the integrity of the data, and to trace the origin of errors translated on to the system.
This is the function where, once set up (usually in HR software), unique employee numbers are generated as soon as a new employee is entered onto the application.
Existing sequences are loaded into the application (usually via System Administration). In some cases, existing organisational sequences cannot be accommodated by the HR software. It is good practice for employees to have only one number, irrespective of the number of posts or roles they may hold, particularly if there is a Payroll software involvement.
Big Data can be defined as a data mass consisting of structured (and unstructured) data elements that are difficult to process using conventional database methodology. It is a challenge to collate as data is captured by a range of devices of varying sophistication, e.g. video cameras, supermarket terminals, loyalty cards, transport tickets, official records, phone records and press cuttings, etc.
This data is of interest as it can be mined or analysed for the extraction of trends and patterns of behaviour such as travel patterns, buying preferences, and personal tendencies in certain situations.
The term "Big" is relative, and what is considered "Big" today, could be pretty Average tomorrow.
Information contained on HRIS can be considered as a part of Big Data, but it is subject to considerable data protection.
S=the number of absences in the last 52 weeks, D=total number of days' absence during the same period.
The higher the score, the more disruption.
This can of course be reflected over varying rolling periods of time.
Some HR software include Bradford Factor statistics in their Absence Modules.
A piece of software that enables the user to report, analyse and present data that is held either in other modules of the same system, or in other discrete systems. The software typically straddles other applications e.g. HR software, Payroll software, Time and Attendance or Finance ssytems and is set up to draw data from them.
The Catalogue within an HRIS is the array of fields used in the database application that are reflected in the Report Writer, e.g. Job Title, Surname, Grade and Salary.
It is essential that every new field that is added by the user organisation (via the System Administration module for Change control consistency) is automatically added into the Catalogue, otherwise it cannot appear in the reports.
The places in HR software where the Database meets the Report Writer are commonly known as "Joins". Up to a few years ago, it wasn't unusual for software to be supplied with some joins incomplete, that caused a lot of head-scratching in HR departments trying out their new-found Report Writing skills, but nowadays most HRIS will automatically update their Catalogues with new fields.
Generally referred to as a .csv file, this is used, amongst other things, to transfer data between applications. Typically used when importing / exporting data between old and new HR and Payroll systems or bulk uploading data such as Absence records via a Data Importer.
There is often confusion in client's minds about the difference between Configuration and Customisation, particularly when sourcing HR software.
Configuration is basically the setting up, addition, modification or deletion of parameters and rules within the application, such as Holiday Entitlements, Occupational Sick Pay limits, Posts and Benefits. Consultancy assistance is usually employed at the roll out of an application, and thereafter is performed by system administrators within the user department.
Customisation is modification of the original software, in order to accommodate a client's requirements, such as new screens and new categories. This entails radical changes, and can be costly. It is often advisable to look into what is driving the need for customisation, as it may be that a straightforward replication of existing processes can be re-worked to advantage.
A Data Importer is a software feature that runs a routine to move data from one application to another. This can usually mean that data, e.g. in Excel format, is converted into another format (e.g. csv, comma separated values file) and then drawn into another application to populate it.
Most new or upgraded HRIS are populated by this method as it saves keying in all the data again. An application is populated by data held in several relational spreadsheets set out in a specific format.
This emphasises the need to ensure that all data is clean before migrating it to another application.
E-mail software, such as Microsoft Outlook Express or Lotus Notes.
Also called a mail client (or just client), an email client is a software application that enables you to send, receive, and organize email.
Employee Relations is the generic term for the part of the HR software that covers Discipline, Grievance and Appeal. The stages of these processes are tracked through the application, and will generate reminders where required. Not the least important of these reminders is the one that can be set up to purge warnings from the system in line with organisational policy.
Employee Self Service (ESS) is a web based application that provides employees with access to their personal records (address, contact, and emergency contact details) and their payroll records (bank account and payslips).
It is usual for employees to have the facility to change or modify certain fields such as Address, Bank Details or Emergency Contact, as well as generate requests for Holidays, Training or report on Sickness Absence.
More advanced iterations of ESS feature the capability of running Appraisal reporting online and connecting it to Objective Setting and Training / Developmental needs, which in turn can be administratively booked and delivered through the ESS application.
Access is usually either via an HR portal on an organisation's intranet or from a designated external web link.
Layers of security within the ESS application can permit Managers to view records and requests relating to their staff or departments.
ESS can operate as a feature on an organisation's intranet or via a web enabled proprietary Self Service module appended to an HR system. Logically, it is most effective when deployed across a mainly PC user population.
Not to be confused with a Time and Attendance application, this is a system that permits entry by use of an identification tag. Some Entry Systems will collect basic data as to the ID and timings of people effecting entry. Some Time and Attendance applications will enable Entry functioning as part of their capabilities.
Note: the categories listed are those commonly used within the UK context for Equal Opportunities Monitoring. You can choose to vary these as monitoring is a configurable feature on HRIS.
e-recruitment (or online recruitment) is part of the Talent Management process, using web technology to attract, recruit and process employees through organisational systems.
ERP stands for Enterprise Resource Planning, typically a software application or combination of applications that manages and coordinates information and resources within an organisation. HRIS (Human Resources Information Systems) generally form part of an ERP application.
Software or Source Code escrow is a form of insurance to cover the contingency of your HR software supplier going out of business.
Under the terms, a copy of the source code (which is the programme written by the developer) is lodged with an agreed third party, an escrow agent, who would release the code to you under specifically agreed conditions, enabling you to recruit assistance to keep the programmes running..
There is a cost attached to this, and in most cases purchasers will have satisfied themselves as to the good standing of their chosen vendor. However, due diligence requirements in some sectors tend to the heavily risk-averse, and this is the solution for them.
The basis on which Headcount is calculated, 1.0 FTE is represented by a full-time employee.
If a standard full-time employee works 40 hours per week, an employee working 25 hours per week is expressed as 0.63 FTE. On most systems, you can set up each post with its budgeted FTE, and compare the budgeted FTE to the actual people in post, and highlight the differences (usually expressed as vacancies).
A fat client or rich client is computer architecture which typically provides rich functionality independently of the central server. Originally known as just a 'client' or 'thick client', the name is derived as an opposite to "thin client", describing a computer which heavily depends on a server's applications.
A fat client still requires at least periodic connection to a network or central server, but is often characterised by the ability to perform many functions without that connection. In contrast, a thin client generally does as little processing as possible and relies on accessing the server each time input data needs to be processed or validated.
From time to time, employers want to ensure that an employee receives a particular net amount of money, in which case a reverse calculation must be performed to arrive at the gross figure before deductions such as PAYE and National Insurance.
Some payroll providers will enable this computation as a standard feature, which cuts out the arduous manual method.
Hay Job Evaluation is one of the most popular business management methodologies devised for the analysis of all the existing roles within an organisation. It can be used to produce an organisation chart enabling the grading and banding of salaries and benefits and ranks jobs at similar or varying levels of responsibility.
The software is never downloaded, but rather is provided by a hosted service provider and is generally paid for on a monthly/annual basis; also known as the application service provider (ASP) software model. Some of these services also charge a percentage of sales in addition to the monthly fee. This model often has predefined templates that a user can choose from to customize their look and feel. In this model users typically have less ability to modify or customize the software with the advantage of having the vendor continuously keep the software up to date for security patches as well as adding new features added.
HRIS stands for Human Resources Information System (or Human Resource Information Software) and is a generic term for software elements dealing with the recording and processing of personnel.
In an HRIS context, these applications share a common database although may perform differing functions, e.g. HR & Payroll or Payroll and Time & Attendance.
In HRIS, a user interface is the part of a program that connects the computer with the user and there are interfaces to connect programs, to connect devices, and to connect programs to devices.
They are not to be confused with data importing / exporting, where there is a distinct input or output from one application, which needs to be imported into or exported from another.
This is a more advanced application than the conventional Training Module.
Typically run in conjunction with an Employee Self Service System, an LMS will allow interaction between Employee, Manager and Training Provider.
A comprehensive LMS will pick up Training and Developmental needs from an employee appraisal (either from within the application or from a connected program) and track the whole process from selection of provider, to delivery and beyond.
With LMS, there is also more scope to record the various strands within Learning & Development, as they can range from Induction, Compliance renewals (e.g. First Aider Certificate), NVQs, and Professional curricula all the way down to Mentoring or Observation.
The software is downloaded and then installed on a Web server. This is most often associated with a one-time fee, although there are many free products available as well. The main advantages of this option are that the merchant owns a license and therefore can host it on any Web server that meets the server requirements, and that the source code can often be accessed and edited to customize the application.
A managed service will involve the management – or part management - of the organisational HR or payroll process. It is more common for payrolls to be provided as a managed service.
Vendors will typically provide access to the client on a real-time online basis. For example, data may be input at a client's premises, but the payroll could be run and processed by the vendor.
The amount of management required is usually very flexible, with the client determining the level of involvement by the vendor with their processes.
Offshoring is a type of outsourcing which involves having particular business functions performed in another country. The best-known form of offshoring is to have software code and development done in countries where the cost base is much lower. Payroll, in particular, has experienced an upsurge in offshoring, with processing centres based in Eastern Europe.
A graphical representation of the organisational structure, these charts is derived from the hierarchy on the database. It is usual for this to be performed by third party software rather than an inbuilt function in the HRIS. The most popular applications are OrgPlus and MS Visio, and they can be configured to connect with the HR IS database.
Modern organisations do not conform to the traditional pyramidical structure, and are complicated by matrix reporting lines and multi-posts; there are occasions when the application has to be manually overridden on the chart itself to reflect a particularly complex arrangement.
Outsourcing involves the transfer of the management and/or day-to-day execution of a business function such as Payroll or Human Resources to an external service provider.
The client and the provider enter into a contractual agreement that defines the transferred services. Under the agreement the supplier acquires the means of production in the form of a transfer of people, assets and other resources from the client. The client agrees to procure the services from the supplier for the term of the contract.
Software as a Service is a fairly recent expression to describe the supply of software as a variable overhead rather than a fixed cost. In a sense, it is a new iteration of the "bureau" approach, but instead of a third party providing the processing as well as a software environment it is now supplied more flexibly.
Organisations can plug in and subscribe to services built on world-class infrastructure via the Internet. All they need is a basic PC with an Internet Browser and an internet connection.
SaaS also changes the traditional model of user licensing as on-demand licensing enables software to become a variable expense, rather than a fixed cost at the time of purchase. It also enables licensing only the amount of software needed versus traditional licenses per device.
Another upside to SaaS is that it can reduce the up-front expense of software purchases, and may lead eventually to a reduction of investment in server hardware as these costs and functions are shifted to the service provider.
Shared Service is the centralisation of a service that had previously existed in more than one part of an organisation, or, indeed, in more than one organisation.
There has been considerable study made in the public sector (local authorities in particular) to amalgamate some of the generic activities such as HR and payroll to provide more flexibility at a notionally reduced cost. Larger organisations also deploy this model, not only on cost grounds but also for consistency of service.
The type of Licence that is most usually encountered in HRIS is a Proprietary Licence, meaning that the software vendor gives a licence to use an agreed number of copies of the application, but ownership will always reside with the vendor.
There are a number of subsidiary legal issues attaching to software licences that are not to be gone into here; a well-known example of proprietarily licensed software is Microsoft Windows.
A number of HRIS vendors use a charging model based on the number of user licences.
The System Administration module is the part of the application where authorised persons are able to configure Rules (such as Holiday and Occupational Sickness ), add / delete new Posts or modify existing ones (such as amending the FTE), Departments and Divisions and add system Users with their appropriate Security access levels. Additionally to this, the System Events (or Triggered Actions) and Work Flow functions can be formatted and set in motion from here, where available to the application.
Talent management is the current generic name given to the process of recruiting, managing, improving, evaluating and developing the employee base of an organisation.It is the end-to-end process of planning, recruiting, developing, managing, and compensating employees throughout the organization.
Talent management software solutions aim to collect elements of what were hitherto disparate activities (Recruitment, Performance Appraisal and Development) and relate them back to organisational objectives.
A request for information (RFI) is a standard process used to gather information about the capability or suitability of a series of vendors to supply, in this case HR & payroll software, time & attendance software or other HRIS.
An RFI will follow a standard format, to enable easy comparison and assist the process of selecting a list of vendors who will then be invited to tender by means of a request for proposal (RFP), invitation to tender (ITT), request for tender (RFT) or request for quotation (RFQ).
An RFI can also be known as a pre-qualification questionnaire (PQQ). Typical information required would be financial statements, health & safety policies, equality policies and commentary on the resources available to service the prospective client.
Many thin client devices run or support web browsers meaning that all major processing is performed on the server.
Mainly deployed in production or manufacturing locations, a software application that records employee attendance by "clocking" them in and out by a variety of means. It is possible to allocate employees to a set of shift patterns and plan required workforce patterns. These applications provide powerful reporting tools for a range of production statistics.
It is worth bearing in mind that a substantial hardware cost can be incurred per clocking point, and so their deployment should be carefully considered.
Also known as System Events, Triggered Events or Automated Events, these are features of many HRIS whereby responses are triggered by changes in specified data fields. These responses are usually embodied in email alerts.
Advise the Training co-ordinator to enter the new starter on the next Induction programme.
A Triggered Action – or series of them – is set up in the System Admin part of the application. They constitute one of the big advantages of HR systems, as they streamline administration and help to suppress errors and oversights.
Upgrade is a term referring to the replacement of a product with a newer version of that same product, typically meaning a replacement of hardware or software to update the system (e.g. annual changes to Payroll) or to improve its features or operating efficiency.
Increasingly, the downloading of upgrades is effected via the internet where "a patch"- containing the parts of the application that will be changed – is introduced into the main application.
A software application used to access information from the World-wide web, well-know examples being Internet Explorer, Mozilla FireFox or Safari.
Able to connect to or run on the web.
The automation of a business process, in whole or part, during which documents, information or tasks are passed from one participant to another for action, according to a set of procedural rules. Usually run through the HR software.


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A danger for doctors in China: Patients' angry relatives
June - 2016, Posted ON June 11, 2016
18th May, Beijing – China: Wang Jun, a doctor in a hospital in southern China, was busy with a line of patients on Wednesday when, after a blow to his skull, he became the latest fatality in a plague of violence afflicting the country's hospitals.
Dr. Wang's assailants appeared to be family members of at least one patient waiting to be treated by him and his colleagues, news reports said.
County Antrim girl receives £5.3m in compensation claim against Northern health trust
23rd May, Northern Ireland: An eight-year-old girl from County Antrim who was left profoundly disabled after being starved of oxygen at birth is to receive £5.3m.
The settlement was reached in a compensation claim against the Northern Health and Social Care Trust. The child, who cannot be identified, suffered hypoxia due to a delay in her delivery at Antrim Area Hospital in 2007.
Doctor severely wounded by ex-patient
7th May, China: A doctor who was attacked by a patient he had treated more than 20 years ago was still in critical condition after eight hours of treatment on Friday afternoon.
According to the Guangdong General Hospital in Guangzhou, Guangdong province, the hospital is organizing senior experts and doctors to help save Chen Zhongwei, who is in the intensive care unit for further medical observation and treatment after surgery.
Randwick rugby club doctor sued over misdiagnosis that left man in coma
14th May, Sydney – Australia: Randwick rugby club's doctor is being sued for hundreds of thousands of dollars by a patient who will suffer lifelong disabilities after he was misdiagnosed as having a panic attack when he was in fact having a major heart attack.
Paul Raftos, a GP at Maroubra, in Sydney's east, sent Steven Iacovone home with a script for the anti-anxiety medication Xanax after the then 35-year-old patient visited his surgery complaining of chest pains on June 7, 2010. About two hours later, Mr Iacovone suffered a very serious heart attack resulting in cardiac arrest and hypoxic brain damage. His heart stopped beating for at least eight minutes and he remained in an induced coma for about 10 days.
Settlement reached in Joan Rivers malpractice case
13th May, Los Angeles – US: Melissa Rivers has settled her medical malpractice lawsuit with her mother Joan Rivers New York City medical clinic. Last year, the TV personality sued Yorkville Endoscopy, where Joan went into cardiac arrest in 2014, and several employees there, claiming negligence.
Melissa sought unspecified damages and said she sued to ensure that nobody else will ever experience what happened to her mother, reported ABC News. "In accepting this settlement, I am able to put the legal aspects of my mother's death behind me and ensure that those culpable for her death have accepted responsibility for their actions quickly and without equivocation," she said.
The (frighteningly common) medical horror stories: Patients left with needles, swabs and even razor-sharp SCISSORS inside them after surgery
24th May, UK: Leaving hospital after prostate cancer surgery, Frank Hibbard and his family felt a sense of relief that the worst was behind him. Frank, then 56, had been told the operation should rid him of the cancer, which was contained within the prostate gland.
The shock of his diagnosis was replaced by a sense of optimism that Frank, a long distance lorry driver, could enjoy many healthy years ahead with his wife Christine and their three children.
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David Attenborough urges ordinary people to speak up on climate change in UN campaign
November 21, 2018 by Arvind Hickman
Sir David Attenborough and environmental campaigner Kathy Jetnil-Kijiñer are inviting people to share their experiences of climate change as part of a new UN campaign, the People's Seat.
Sir David Attenborough is urging people to have their say on climate change.
The initiative aims to shed light on how climate change is having an impact across the world and place pressure on governments to take action.
People can contibute their views by using the hashtag #TakeYourSeat. A selection of comments will be shaped into an speech that Attenborough will deliver to world leaders at the climate change summit COP24 in Poland next month.
"We all know climate change is a global problem, and that it requires a global solution," Attenborough said.
"This is an opportunity for people from across the globe, regardless of their nationality or circumstances, to be part of most important discussion of this century: the unprecedented action needed to reach the Paris Agreement targets.
"I encourage everyone to take their seat and to add their voice so that the People's Seat Address truly represents a mix of voices from across the world."
WPP agencies Burson Cohn & Wolfe, Finsbury, Grey, Kantar TNS & Lightspeed, MediaCom, The Social Partners and Town Productions have worked in partnership with various UN agencies to bring the campaign to life.
These include the UN Department of Public Information, the United Nations Office at Geneva, the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change. Facebook, Circle AI, Whalar, ITB and Getty Images are also supporting the campaign.
Michael Møller, the director-general of the United Nations Office at Geneva, first put forward the initiative. He said that climate change was becoming so severe that only collective global action could tackle the problem.
"If we don't, we all fail with catastrophic consequences," Møller said. "The People's Seat initiative provides the impulse for seriously ramping up global solidarity, especially among the young who, at the end of the day, are the ones who will have to deal with the mess we have left them with."
UN under-secretary-general for global communications Alison Smale said the initiative is calls on citizens to take action in ways that are "feasible, fresh and have an impact".
"People need to be empowered in their own lives to be the change that we need for a sustainable world," Smale added. "We welcome the use of cutting-edge technology to help everyone around the world reduce emissions through the Actnow.bot."
The COP24 climate change summit takes place in Katowice, Poland, from 2-14 December.
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Signs and symptoms include moderate to severe pain, prolonged temperature sensitivity and sometimes swelling and tenderness in the jaw. A front tooth affected by trauma often discolours and will require root canal treatment.
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2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Towing Capacity
November 8th, 2021 by Sid Dillon Chevrolet Freemont
If you're in the market for a new pickup, you want a vehicle that can tow your toughest loads around Blair. The 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 is a household name for towing, and its maximum towing capacity of 13,300 pounds allows you to tow boats, trailers, equipment, and much more with ease. Learn more about the engine specs and towing capacities of the 2021 Chevy Silverado with Sid Dillon Chevrolet Fremont below, then contact our team to arrange a time for a test drive!
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Silverado 1500 Towing Capacity By Engine
The 2021 Chevy Silverado comes with several strong engine options for your Columbus drives. The 6.2L V8 engine delivers the maximum 2021 Chevy Silverado towing capacity of 13,300 pounds, but the Silverado still offers an impressive 7,900 pounds on its standard 4.3L V6 engine. How much can the Silverado 1500 tow based on engine? Find out below:
4.3L V6 Engine: This engine makes 285 hp and a best-in-class 305 lb-ft of torque. Its towing capacity is 7,900 pounds. It's also the standard Silverado 1500 engine.
2.7L Turbo Engine: This engine offers 310 hp and 348 lb-ft of torque. This power gives the Silverado 1500 a towing capacity of up to 9,600 pounds, and also increases efficiency.
5.3L V8 Engine with Direct Fuel Management: With this available engine, the Chevy Silverado 1500 achieves 355 hp and 383 lb-ft of torque. Towing capacity is elevated to 11,500 pounds (Note: the same engine with active fuel management tows up to 10,000 pounds).
6.2L V8 Engine: Equipped with this engine, the Chevy Silverado 1500 can tow its maximum of 13,300 pounds (on the RST trim). Additionally, this V8 generates an impressive 420 hp and 460 lb-ft of torque.
3.0L I6 Turbo-Diesel: With the available diesel powertrain, you'll be able to tow up to 9,500 pounds. You'll also be able to pull out 277 hp and 460 lb-ft of torque on the roads near Columbus.
Silverado 1500 Towing Features
While the Silverado 1500 engine powers its towing capacity, there are a number of towing features that will help you navigate Omaha roads with your trailer safely. Read more about these features below:
Trailering Package: This package is standard for the Chevy Silverado 1500, and includes a trailering hitch platform and 2-inch receiver, a 4-pin connector, an automatic locking rear differential, and a 7-wire harness with a 7-way sealed connector.
Optional Max Trailering Package: Available for select trims, this package adds the Handling/Trailering Suspension Package, revised shock tuning, upgraded rear springs, and more.
Optional Tow Mirrors: You can purchase extended view towing mirrors for Chevy Silverado trucks as accessories for safer towing around Columbus.
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Repeat after me: Daniel Craig is my favorite Bond
Posted on October 3, 2019 by The Spy Commander
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It's pretty clear that one recurring theme of No Time to Die's publicity campaign, such as it is to date, is that Daniel Craig is the favorite and/or best James Bond of principals associated with the movie.
Barbara Broccoli (Hollywood Reporter podcast, December 2017): Craig "brought humanity to the character…making Bond relevant to today….My heart was breaking" until Craig said he'd return for Bond 25/No Time to Die.
The interviewer, Scott Feinberg, asked if Craig was the best of the six actors employed by Eon Productions. "They've (Bond actors) all been incredible. But he (Craig) is particularly incredible."
Host of April 2019 "reveal" event from Jamaica: Referring to Craig, introduces a montage of Bond films scenes that she says shows how Craig made Bond "his own."
No Time to Die director Cary Fukunaga, during the "reveal" event: "Daniel is my favorite James Bond."
Rami Malek on The Late Show (CBS), Oct. 2, 2019: Craig "is my favorite Bond if I can say that."
Is this a talking a point from the publicity department? Is it honest emotion from those concerned? You be the judge.
Filed under: James Bond Films | Tagged: Barbara Broccoli, Cary Joji Fukunaga, Daniel Craig, Eon Productions, No Time to Die, Rami Malek, The Hollywood Reporter |
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clublos, on October 3, 2019 at 11:53 am said:
It's publicity. Remember Hitchcock, when asked which of his movies was his favorite, would reply, "The next one." You have to stay positive about your upcoming feature, it makes perfect sense from a marketing perspective.
The Spy Commander, on October 3, 2019 at 12:14 pm said:
I agree with you up to a point. However, can you imagine Albert R. Broccoli saying, "My heart was breaking up until Roger Moore signed for" Octopussy or A View to a Kill?
George, on October 3, 2019 at 12:17 pm said:
It seems most likely to be mere publicity but to, honestly, answer your question, I think it may be a bit of both. I think many would agree with me that, when you watch Craig in the role, it does occur to you that his take on it is, genuinely, pretty special.
fatesmith, on October 3, 2019 at 2:56 pm said:
A good question would be why wouldn't it be honest emotion from each of them? Sure it makes for good publicity, but it's not like a new Bond movie starring Daniel Craig is hurting publicity wise ever.
It would be strange if Daniel Craig weren't Barbara Broccoli's favorite actor to play James Bond. She was the one who first identified him as a possible candidate, pushed for him to get it against strong opposition, and had to weather the vast outpouring of negative fan sentiment until CASINO ROYALE was released. More so even than her brother, Michael, because again, Craig was identified as her choice.
Daniel Craig's incredible success as James Bond was a complete and total validation of Barbara Broccoli's instincts as a film producer. It's her success as well as well as his, and it's unlikely she'll ever forget it.
As for Cory Fukunaga and Rami Malek, Daniel Craig is the James Bond they both got to work with and have their creativity as professionals engaged by. The Bond movies he's starred in have at least attempted more substance and moral ambiguity than previous entries. SKYFALL (box office wise Craig's most successful Bond movie) even had the villain succeeding in his plan. There's definitely a sense with the Craig movies that there's more willingness to take chances than ever before, even if those chances aren't always successful.
socrates17, on October 4, 2019 at 12:50 pm said:
No. He isn't. My favorite remains Timothy Dalton. I also suspect that if George Lazenby had decided to continue, he'd be right up there.
Bond 25 questions: The Empire magazine edition | The Spy Command, on October 28, 2019 at 4:01 pm said:
[…] At this point, Waller-Bridge saving the movie is about to become a talking point in the marketing. We will also hear about how Daniel Craig is the best and/or favorite James Bond performer. […]


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By Dan Roberts|2019-12-31T16:53:24-06:00May 28th, 2009|Comments Off on Yes, there are more important things than beer
The latest criticism of Free the Hops goes something like this – Congratulations on passing the bill. Maybe next time you guys can focus on something important. A less complimentary example is, I can't believe you guys are spending all this time on beer while there are so many more important things to worry about in Alabama.
The first bad assumption in this argument is that all the members and leadership of Free the Hops would have started some other political campaign if we weren't currently focused on beer. I highly doubt that is true. It's not like Free the Hops was started by a group of mercenary grassroots activists searching for a cause. It was started by beer geeks who wanted a wider selection in Alabama. Most of us got political because of one motivation – freeing the hops.
From my observations, I would be surprised if 25% of the Alabama population could name either of their state legislators. A lot of Alabamians don't even have a clear concept that there is a state legislature. In contrast, I bet most members of Free the Hops can tell you both their state senator and state representative. Many of them have probably talked to them on the phone or via email several times.
We're not competing with other legislation and we're not "stealing" concerned citizens for any cause. If anything, we're providing a doorway for people to become interested in local government. One of our successes (and a personal goal of mine) was to have maximum participation of our membership in the political process. I didn't think it was enough for Danner, Stuart, or a lobbyist to advocate for our bill. We had hundreds and later thousands of interested members and supporters who wanted to help how they could. At first, we directed them to the legislature's own website to find the contact information for their elected representatives. Eventually, we built our own tool where people could learn everything they wanted to know about their legislators and their record with Free the Hops. Here are my guys. We have also never given our supporters a form letter or prepared statement to use when contacting their legislators. They called and emailed anyway and really went above and beyond.
Many of our members are passionate. They don't just wait to hear if we pass or not, they follow our bill. Our members know to ask if our bill is "on the calendar." If there's a filibuster, they know who it is and why they're filibustering. They know who is going to speak against our bill when it reaches the floor. They know a veto override in Alabama requires a simple majority, and they have an opinion about it. Some of us even listen to the live audio of the session. From my experience, I think Free the Hops members are some of the most knowledgeable and sophisticated activists in the state. There are literally thousands of new Alabamians interested in state government, and it's all because of beer.
We got involved, and we made a difference. In the Hops Community, one of our most active members recently wrote, "The last three years have really opened my eyes. It's clear to me that there is so much more at stake for the future of Alabama than just the FTH stuff."
So if you think there is some political issue more important than beer, start your own organization. I might even join, and Free the Hops has thousands of knowledgable citizens who have become interested in local issues.
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6 Digital Nomad Hotspots Around The World
As ecommerce website specialists, many of our clients are digital nomads. While many of those said DNs don't love the reference, it describes what is known generally across the world as someone whose work is location independent.
There's a particular lifestyle that accompanies this type of work arrangement, namely one that does not usually involve small children, pets, or a garden, for that matter. While many digital nomads may reside in a foreign country for a few months or a few years, many of them travel as a lifestyle. Why? When you have that kind of freedom, why wouldn't you?
As a proud father with significant roots in Dublin helping ecommerce owners, I'm not a DN, and the lifestyle doesn't really appeal to me. However, I understand that it's a dream for many people, especially the younger generation that seek the road less travelled but have their sights set beyond the budget backpacker lifestyle. Indeed, padding your way barefooted across the sand to arrive at your bamboo ocean-front office wearing board shorts and sunglasses sounds great, right? I imagine it is. I also imagine that, like what happens in any type of lifestyle, novelty gives way to routine, which gives way to boredom, eventually. Now, perhaps this is my own limited imagination at work, and I suppose a digital nomad can up and change their situation if it becomes boring. With two children, a wife, and a mortgage, I'm liable to stay fairly fixed to one place.
Perhaps the reason many serious location-independent entrepreneurs don't like the term digital nomad is because it's associated with a kind of laissez-faire attitude that grips the starry-eyed fresh graduates who want to live a freedom-dominated lifestyle abroad without actually having to work very hard. While some can do that by way of passive income arrangements, the grand majority of digital nomads must put in a serious number of hours to not only meet their living requirements but achieve growth in their business––if they want to, that is.
If you have your sights set on a digital nomad lifestyle and you're scouting out a good location, there are many to choose from. If you're an ecommerce owner, you may already be living abroad and seeking to change your location. Take five minutes and discover these six places where location independent communities are thriving.
6 Best Digital Nomad Communities For The Ecomm Entrepreneur
While nomad hotspots are changing all the time, there are a few that remain pretty fixed, and ones that have been on the rise for a while. There are generally four characteristics of good digital nomad communities: quality internet connection, a low cost of living, coworking space or laptop-friendly cafes, and interesting things to do.
This cultural darling in North Thailand has been a digital nomad mecca for years. It may even be the original digital nomad community. Situated in a bowl landlocked by mountains, Chiang Mai features numerous spots to hike, camp, visit waterfalls, cycle, and enjoy the rugged nature of a northern tropical climate. It's also home to 1000+ cafes, most of which will happily welcome laptop "campers" for hours at a time. For those who don't deal well with the distractions of cafe work sessions, co-working spaces abound, both inside the old city and on its perimeter.
You can live here comfortably for about 800 Euros per month, including rent, transportation, and food. The one downside is poor air quality for a few months preceding the rainy season. Many foreigners hit the southern islands during this time.
Canggu, Bali, Indonesia
If Bali strikes the ears as a veritable sounding paradise, you won't be disappointed. Though you might be surprised that paradise can include litter-strewn beaches, traffic-locked streets, and a foreign community that seems to outnumber the locals. But Canggu, situated on the southwest side of Bali, is a gorgeous piece of sun-soaked paradise, a popular surf spot, and features vibrant nightlife and beach clubs, coworking spots, and health-conscious cafes.
For those who are into a more beach-vibe kind of place, Canggu delivers. It's more expensive to live in than Thailand, averaging around 1000-1200 Euros per month, all in. Internet is decent, though power outages sometimes occur, given it's a smallish island prone to tropical storms. It's also situated right on the Ring of Fire and thus constantly under the the threat of earthquakes and volcanic eruptions. Another downfall is its traffic: sheer madness, and anyone riding a scooter should definitely don a helmet at all times.
Same island, totally different vibe. Ubud (pronouned OO-bood), features a bit of a New Age scene. It's home to several Hindu temples (indeed every home in Bali has a temple on its grounds), glorious verdant rice terraces, a Monkey Forest (enter at your own risk), yoga hotspots, and a few coworking spaces. It's situated right smack in the middle of the island and is slightly less expensive to live in than Canggu. If you prefer jungle treks and waterfalls over beaches, Ubud is definitely your place. However, there is less in the way of nightlife and coworking spots here, and the traffic is just as congested as Canggu.
This gorgeous city is a rising star in the digital nomad world. It's number one on the European side of location-independent life. It's also more expensive to live in than its Southeast Asia counterparts but cheaper than other European options. Given its location in the Northern Hemisphere, it does rock some cool winter months, which can be quite pleasant if you don't love a hot and humid climate all year round. It has modern infrastructure, exceptional weather, delicious food, a large expat community, and is easy to get around. It's also a gateway to the rest of Europe. What more can you ask for, really?
Da Nang, Vietnam
You won't find Da Nang on many digital nomad lists because it's only recently started gaining popularity. Da Nang is on the east coast of Vietnam, which, if you're familiar with Vietnam, is quite long! It's close to the quaint, Chiang Mai-like city of Hoi An. Like Canggu, Da Nang is a surfing hotspot with raging temperatures and sometimes unpredictable tropical storms. But it's safe, has a low cost of living around 800 Euros per month, and decent internet. The food is amazing, though there are less plant-based options in Vietnam than other hotspots in Southeast Asia. As a rising DN community, it also isn't dotted with tons of coworking spaces or cafes like other countries. However, with its relatively easy entry and seaside location, more and more digital nomads are dropping into Da Nang to set up a temporary home.
If you love spring-like temperatures all year round, this might be the spot for you. Medellin is located in Northwestern Colombia and surrounded by rolling hills with excellent hiking spots for those days off. It's investing more in technology and infrastructure, and is far less susceptible to crime than in its past days. More and more DNs are flocking here to enjoy this rising star, and the city is responding. Coworking cafes are popping up all over the place, and the cost of living is low––averaging around 850 Euros per month, all in. For those who don't love the traffic and heat of Southeast Asia but don't want to pay the higher prices in Europe, this gem in South America may be an ideal location.
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Sure, we all love those classic holiday movies like "White Christmas" and "It's a Wonderful Life," but lots of modern holiday movies are great for the whole family, too. From "Elf" to "Home Alone" to "Fred Claus," here are ten of the best.
1. ARTHUR CHRISTMAS (2011; Rated PG for some mild rude humor). Just how DOES Santa deliver all those presents in one night? Why, his ultra high-tech operation hidden beneath the North Pole, of course. But what happens when the system goes down and one last present remains un-delivered? His grandson Arthur (voiced by James McAvoy) springs into action with the help of an ancient sleigh, untrained reindeer and a rebellious elf. Hilarity ensues in this cute holiday movie that's one of my all-time favorites. Buy on Amazon | Watch on Amazon
FUN FACT: Scandinavia celebrates Christmas on the eve of Dec. 24. So even though Denmark is apparently Santa's first stop on Christmas night, the children would have long since unwrapped their presents when he got there.
2. THE SANTA CLAUS (1994; Rated PG for a few crude moments).Tim Allen stars in this Christmas hit about a divorced dad struggling to bond with his son. But everything changes when he inadvertently "kills" Santa (it's not that bad – he just disappears) on Christmas Eve, then finds himself magically recruited to take his place. Both kids and adults will love this funny, witty holiday comedy. Buy on Amazon | Watch on Amazon
FUN FACT: "Elves" are scattered throughout the movie in Scott and Charlie's world, including the little blonde girl at the beginning, the boy wearing a jacket and red scarf at Denny's and more. When Scott flies away from the Miller house at the end, the kids skip off.
3. THE POLAR EXPRESS (2004; Rated G).How amazing would it be to see a train arrive in your front yard waiting for you to hop aboard and head to the North Pole? This movie from Robert Zemeckis signaled a brave new world of "performance capture" filmmaking in which live performances are translated into digital characters. The result is a classic that captures the innocence and splendor of Chris Van Allsburg's popular children's book about a doubting boy who boards that magical train. Tom Hanks, Peter Scolari and Nona Gaye are a few of the actors behind the animation. Buy on Amazon | Watch on Amazon
FUN FACT: The train is based on the Pere Marquette 1225, a restored steam locomotive located in Owosso, Michigan, near author Chris Van Allsburg's hometown of Grand Rapids. Many of the sound effects in the movie are recordings of the actual train.
4. ELF (2003; Rated PG for some mild rude humor and language).In one of the funniest modern holiday movies, Will Ferrell plays the Buddy the elf, who's not really an elf. He's a human, who was raised as an elf at the North Pole. After inadvertently wreaking havoc on the elf community due to his ungainly size, Buddy heads to the United States in search of his true identity. Directed by Jon Favreau, this cute movie also stars James Caan, Bob Newhart, Ed Asner, Mary Steenburgen and Zooey Deschanel. Buy on Amazon | Watch on Amazon
FUN FACT: The cotton that Buddy eats at the doctor's office is actually white cotton candy. Ferrell suffered from headaches throughout filming, as he had to actually eat all of the sugary items in the Elf food pyramid on camera.
5. THE MUPPET CHRISTMAS CAROL (1992; Rated G).Sure, Alistair Sim might be the definitive Scrooge, but there's nothing quite like Sir Michael Cain playing the role in this fantastical puppet remake. If you're looking for a light hearted, funny and enjoyable holiday film for the whole family, then look no further. This one features songs by Oscar-winner Paul Williams, and also stars Kermit the Frog as Bob Cratchit, Miss Piggy as Emily Cratchit, and narrators Gonzo and Rizzo. Buy on Amazon
FUN FACT: In many of the Muppet movies, a shooting star trails across the sky when Kermit is on-screen. That happens in this movie at the end of the song "One More Sleep."
6. FRED CLAUS (2007; Rated PG for mild language and some rude humor).Surprisingly sweet and funny, this ranks as one of my favorite holiday movies. It also includes one of my favorite movie dance scenes. Vince Vaughn turns in a performance that's both poignant and comical as Fred Claus, Santa's bitter older brother who's forced to move to the North Pole and help out. David Dobkin directs, with Paul Giamatti (Santa), Miranda Richardson, Rachel Weisz, Kathy Bates and Elizabeth Banks co-starring. Buy on Amazon | Watch on Amazon
FUN FACT: Three famous brothers cameo as themselves at the 'Siblings Anonymous' group: Frank Stallone, Roger Clinton and Stephen Baldwin.
7. PRANCER (1989, Rated G).Rudolph may be the more famous of Santa's reindeer, thanks to his trademark glowing red nose, classic Christmas carol and TV special, but this beloved movie puts the spotlight on Prancer. The story follows a young girl (Rebecca Harrell Tickell) who discovers an injured reindeer she believes to be from Santa's brood. Against the wishes of her curmudgeonly father (Sam Elliott), she nurses the deer back to health. The direct-to-video sequel, "Prancer Returns," was released in 2001. Buy on Amazon
FUN FACT: The real name of the reindeer who portrayed Prancer was "Boo."
8. A CHRISTMAS STORY (1983; Rated PG).Opinions vary on this movie (my husband calls it sadistic), but you can't deny that it's entertaining and boasts plenty of catch phrases, like "You'll shoot your eye out!" The story follows young Ralphie (Peter Billingsley), who has to convince his parents, his teacher, and Santa that a Red Ryder B.B. gun really is the perfect gift for 1939. Buy on Amazon | Watch on Amazon
FUN FACT: Red Ryder was a character from comic books and radio in the 1930s and 40s, akin to popular western heroes like Roy Rogers, Gene Autry, and The Lone Ranger.
9. THE NIGHTMARE BEFORE CHRISTMAS (1993; Rated PG for some scary images).Despite the rather terrifying title, Tim Burton's stop-motion Christmas-Halloween hybrid is one of the most beloved holiday films of the past few decades. The story follows Jack Skellington (voiced by Chris Sarandon, talking/Danny Elfman, singing), the Pumpkin King of Halloween Town who becomes enamored by the idea of Christmas and, failing to grasp the true spirit of the holiday, misguidedly attempts to re-make it with his macabre sensibility. Directed by Henry Selick, this modern classic for both kids and grownups features dazzling visuals and beautiful storytelling. Buy on Amazon | Watch on Amazon
FUN FACT: It took a group of around 100 people three years to complete this movie. One second of film required up to 12 stop-motion moves.
10. HOME ALONE (1990; Rated PG for slapstick violence and some language).This modern holiday classic from writer/producer John Hughes and director Chris Columbus finds eight-year-old Kevin McCallister (Macaulay Culkin) accidentally left behind while the rest of his family rushes off on a Christmas vacation. Kevin gets busy decorating the house for the holidays — but not with tinsel and holly. He's rigging up a battery of booby traps to thwart two dimwitted burglars (Joe Pesci and Daniel Stern) who are trying to break in. Buy on Amazon | Watch on Amazon
FUN FACT: The poster and video box image of Kevin screaming with his hands on his face is based on the famous painting "The Scream" by Edvard Munch.
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India needs more R&D spending on healthcare, researchers say
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India must spend more on healthcare research and development if it wants to cut its dependence on foreign drugs, technology and knowledge, top research officials said this week.
The scientists and officials said the country spends less than $1 per capita on healthcare research and only 3% of that figure was spent on public health research, according to a report in the Economic Times.
The country has "significant mismatches between funding and disease-burden trends," Soumya Swaminathan, director general of the Indian Council for Medical Research, said in the report.
Swaminathan said the government "must complete the chain of product development and ensure it is used in the public health programme" and expand India's clinical trial network.
Swaminathan was joined by Nobel laureate Serge Haroche who said India must use "local, critical thinking" to solve uniquely Indian problems.
G.J. Samathanam, a former adviser to India's science and technology department, said India has "a great role to play in novel drug discovery," adding that the country's researchers must become involved in "high-risk and high resource-oriented long-term research."
Samathanam said India's drug development industry spent less than other countries such as Japan and the United States and that the country had "potential," but simply needed to spend more.
- here's the report from the Economic Times


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IndyCar has been experimenting with an onboard position indicator during testing sessions at Barber Motorsports Park. The eight by seven inch panel will sit on either side of the airbox and show the driver's current position on track. The panel is supposed to help fans not near a scoring pylon or video screen.
The screen will show current place, positions lost or gained on a given lap, and when push to pass is being used (via a green screen) depending on the setup. Brightness can be changed based on time of day, speed, and location on the track for the best viewing experience. The board being tested is three millimeters thick, barely adding a profile to the airbox.
The No. 4 car driven by Stefano Coletti was the test subject on Monday for the device. IndyCar has said that the intended implementation date is early in the 2015 season.


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Set in the beautiful Bathgate Hills, Parkley Fishery is fully maintained and stocked with rainbow trout and occasional brown trout.
The fishery was originally used as a quarry from the 1920's but due to continued flooding it was decided to convert it into a fishery in1993 by the owners and local farming Shanks family.
The fishery comprises two main fishing areas separated by a narrow access road and provides both bank side fishing facilities and pontoons extending into the water areas designed to suit every fisher's requirements.
Everyone can enjoy a day out fishing!
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CV🦠News – Week of April 20, 2020
by The Village Doctor
Greetings, Friends of TVD!
Here we are, the third issue of CV🦠News! Again, thank you to all five physicians at The Village Doctor for their brainstorming and contribution to this newsletter effort, thank you Drs. Abrams, Phillips, Pittson, and Sangani! Let me also give thanks to the various contributors to our Hope and Grace page, a collection of works and perspectives gathered from around the world.
HOME ALONE?
Yes, it's been six weeks since we've been sheltered at home: how time flies by… For some of us 6 weeks have Zoomed by (get it?), however, for others this has been difficult especially if you are older, alone and not so tech savvy. So, I have a favor to ask: Are you helping keep the spirits up of an older family member, perhaps a parent or grandparent? I am looking for suggestions for ways to lift their spirits, but mostly for ways to engage them, ways to fill their days with activity which has meaning. Where is the win-win? Teaching history by sharing stories to kids stuck with online distance learning? Sewing masks for people that need them? Participating in some sort of distance volunteering? I look forward to your ideas and feedback! (You can email me directly at drweiss@villagedoctor.com). Thank you.
RECENT NEWS – MORE ABOUT BLOOD TESTING
As we noted last week, the news continues to be dominated by the challenges with testing patients for coronavirus, or COVID-19. Recall that on April 10, Stanford University announced a blood test for coronavirus serology, a potential game changer. These new blood tests measure coronavirus antibodies (IgM, IgG) that the body makes in response to COVID-19 infection. These antibody tests, also called 'serology' tests, are different than the nasal swab "PCR" tests used to detect the presence of SARS-CoV-2 genetic material currently present in respiratory secretions. It can take 1-3 weeks before an infected person makes enough antibodies to be detected by antibody tests. Testing too early could yield a false negative result.
We know many people would like to know if they have been exposed and may have immunity to COVID. While Stanford does now have a serology test, we are not yet recommending our patients have this test done.
While we all hope a positive serology test means a person is immune and "safe," we do not yet know if, or for how long, that immunity may last. Doctors worry that knowing you have a positive IgG response could lead you to feel more comfortable being less careful with social distancing, decreasing protection of at-risk loved ones or yourself, which could be harmful until we know more about how protective an IgG response is.
In other interesting news, Stanford recruited 3300 residents of Santa Clara County for serology testing over the weekend of April 3rd to estimate the percentage of the county that had been infected with COVID. We know that coronavirus can cause mild and even asymptomatic infections in many people. Antibody testing can help inform our understanding of coronavirus infection prevalence and identify those who have already been exposed.
The study estimates as many as 81,000 people could have been infected, or between 2.5 to 4.2% of residents. If true, this would suggest the death rate may actually be much lower than previously thought. The study, which is still in pre-publication phase, has received a lot of criticism, mostly focused on biases in recruitment (which was done through social media platforms such as Facebook and was likely subject to bias – patients most worried about prior symptoms would be more likely to sign up) and on the error rates of the test kits used (even a small false positive rate could account for much of the findings – while the study authors argue they controlled for the known false positive rate of the test in their projections, many statisticians feel this was not adequate).
We are eager to review additional information the study authors plan to release this week and agree that more studies are needed to provide a reliable picture of community prevalence.
WE'RE FLATTENING THE CURVE!
Hospitalizations for confirmed and suspected cases fall in Bay Area: The number of people in Bay Area hospitals with COVID-19 or suspected of having the illness has declined over the past few weeks, a sign that early and aggressive social restrictions appear to have calmed the spread of the virus, public health experts said. State data show that the number of people hospitalized for COVID-19 in the nine-county Bay Area fell from a high of 471 on April 7 to 403 on April 19. The number of people in the hospital with symptoms consistent with the respiratory disease dropped from 360 to 203. So, we're not out of the woods, but there is perhaps some light at the end of the tunnel?
WE STILL NEED TO BE CAREFUL, AND NOW THAT MEANS WEARING MASKS
When combined with physical distancing and frequent hand washing, we know that wearing face coverings may reduce the risk of transmitting coronavirus so Bay Area health departments have made this a requirement. Masks, bandanas or scarves that cover the nose and mouth should be worn to the grocery store, pharmacy and doctor appointments. This is punishable as a misdemeanor, but more importantly, it's for your own safety and the safety of our community, so if you must go out, please cover your beautiful face!
SPEAKING OF GOOD BEHAVIOR
I'm delighted to introduce you to a newly formed non-profit called San Mateo County Strong. Added benefit? Some terrific videos to watch! Back on March 24, 2020, the San Mateo County Board of Supervisors approved $3,000,000 in emergency funding to support those most impacted in San Mateo County in partnership with the Silicon Valley Community Foundation. San Mateo County Strong was developed to allow people from San Mateo County and beyond to join the County's relief effort and make directed donations that will specifically benefit San Mateo County residents, small businesses and nonprofits. There are some great videos from Joan Baez, Jerry Rice, Steve Young and other local celebrities to reinforce how we can still help each other out even while we all stay at home.
SPEAKING OF BAD BEHAVIOR… WHAT ABOUT VAPING AND CORONAVIRUS?
One of our patients asked: "does vaping increase my risk for COVID 19?" The answer is: maybe. Bottom line, as with so many things related to COVID-19, we don't really know yet. In a hat tip to #science, on 4/16/20, the FDA issued a statement that modified it's stance saying vaping has unknown effect on the novel coronavirus. The statement reads, "E-cigarette use can expose the lungs to toxic chemicals, but whether those exposures increase the risk of Covid-19 is not known,"
That said, there are plenty of reasons to recommend that you NOT vape during this coronavirus pandemic (or really any time, say the doctors at TVD). We definitively know that cigarette smoking causes heart and lung disease and that it suppresses your immune system. We know that vaping causes harm to the lungs, leaving lung tissue inflamed, fragile and susceptible to infection.
We also know that coronavirus specifically attacks your lungs, filling them with fluid making it hard to breath, or worse. We have heard horrible stories from our colleagues in New York City about putting young people on ventilators and even then their lungs fail them, and those same NY doctors (#healthcareheroes!) have noted that many of these patients have a history of vaping. Yes, these are anecdotal stories and not real #science, but if I were you, I'd do everything to keep your lungs healthy and happy during these times! This includes you smokers (see also the image below). We believe this strongly enough to have even put up a fun video (with a serious message) on TikTok!
Related, from our friends at the American Lung Association, for those that are hunkered down, this might prove to be the best time to quit smoking.
Identify your smoking triggers. You may be more apt to light up when you're out with friends or on a long commute to or from the office. Social distancing and working from home could provide the perfect opportunity to lay low for a little while and focus on your quit.
Refresh your space and day. Whether it's a specific chair on the porch or at the dining room table after a meal – doing a little Feng Shui with your living space can help you relearn certain rituals to avoid smoking. And hey – you've got more time on your hands to play interior decorator!
Stay connected. Our hangouts are going virtual – which is the perfect time to connect with others that are quitting smoking. Join our online support community and join the Quarantine Quitters!
Get proven support. Join Freedom From Smoking – our quit smoking program that walks you through the step-by-step process of quitting smoking. Through the program, you'll have access to tobacco cessation counselors who can counsel and support you one-on-one.
HOPE AND GRACE
If you have made it this far, time for a reward, something to lighten your day, and acknowledge the human spirit. Find some escape, or perhaps even inspiration, in this collection of works and perspectives gathered from around the world. Please contact me directly if you have come across something that has lifted your heart today. Dr. Eric Weiss
We are in the midst of the Spring holidays–Easter, Passover, Greek Orthodox Easter, and Ramadan. These are interesting times for those of faith, who may find these musings compelling: 'Here in Spirit': An Oral History of Faith Amid the Pandemic
And further on the topic of faith, be reminded of your good fortune as you read briefly about the enduring legacy of Teresa of Ávila here in an interesting new Blog entitled Women Doing Theology.
And from a group I have been associated with for many decades, my colleagues at the International Society of Travel Medicine, "To Our Global Healthcare Family: We celebrate your dedication, bravery, empathy and compassion during this extraordinary pandemic. Thank you to all who submitted a Video Portrait to this project; the response around the globe has been incredible." Watch on Vimeo, And Still We Dance.
And lastly,
Thank you, Connor (!), for sharing your big feelings. All, please read this thoughtful poem from one of The Village Doctor's delightful 3rd graders…
Yours, in health and resilience,
Eric and the TVD MD team…
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Aim: The present study was conducted to determine the prevalence of harmful oral habits among 4–13-year-old children in relation to their age and gender, in a dental college hospital in Central Kerala, India. Methods: A retrospective survey was conducted in 1034 children (478 males and 556 females) aged between 4 and 13 years. The participants were checked for the prevalence of oral habits in relation to their age and gender. Information regarding oral habits was obtained with the help of a questionnaire and clinical evaluation using mouth mirror and water tests. Chi-square test was used in the statistical analysis. Results: Overall prevalence of oral habits was 72.7% in the study participants. Nearly 47.1% of the children had only one habit, whereas 19.1% had two habits and 5.5% had three or more habits. Mouth breathing was the most commonly reported oral habit (29.4%), followed by tongue thrusting (23.5%), nail biting (20%), thumb-sucking (17%), pencil biting (8.7%), bruxism (4.9%), and lip/cheek biting (4.5%). Nail biting was reported significantly more in females and bruxism significantly more in males. Prevalence of thumb-sucking was very high in younger children (4–8 years) compared to older children (9–13 years). Conclusion: The prevalence of oral habits among 4–13–year-old children is very high in Central Kerala, compared to children in other Indian populations. Since oral habits can be intercepted and prevented, creating awareness regarding the adverse outcomes of oral habits is highlighted.
An important part of general health and well-being is oral health. Traditionally, the presence or absence of oral disease has been the main method of measuring oral health. This has now been substituted by a multidimensional concept which includes the psychosocial aspects of dental health and its influence on quality of life.
Any repetitive action being done automatically is called a habit. Stimulation of mouth with tongue, finger, nail, or cigarette is a source of relief in passion and anxiety in both children and adults. Some repetitive and self-injurious behaviors in the oral cavity include mouth breathing, tongue thrusting, digit sucking, nail/lip/cheek biting, and bruxism. The subsequent effect of an oral habit is dependent on the onset, duration, and nature of the habit.
Delayed transition between infantile and adult swallowing patterns leads to tongue thrusting. Tongue thrusting and mouth breathing may be associated with labial inclination of maxillary incisors, open bite, and Class II malocclusions. Bruxism is a forceful nonfunctional contact of tooth surfaces that can be triggered due to emotional stress. It can lead to attrition of teeth, soreness of masticatory muscles, and dysfunction of temporomandibular joint.
Persistence of oral habits beyond a certain age frequently leads to malocclusion and facial deformities. Harmful oral habits can also result in bone malformations. When prolonged beyond 5 years of age, these habits can be socially stigmatizing and interfere with clarity of speech along with various dental malocclusion.
To the best of our knowledge, the prevalence of oral habits in children has not been previously studied in Kerala population.
The survey was conducted in a sample of 1034 children, aged between 4 and 13 years, reporting to a dental college and hospital in Thrissur district, Kerala state. Simple random sampling technique was used for case selection. The Institutional Review Board reviewed the study protocol and granted ethical clearance.
The inclusion criteria were as follows: children (1) should be 4–13-year-old; (2) should have permanent or deciduous central incisors; (3) should not have any syndromes or clefts lip/palate; (4) should not have a current/past orthodontic history; and (5) currently should not have any respiratory infections.
A pilot survey was conducted in which oral habits' prevalence was estimated at 27.5%. Assuming a confidence interval of 95%, a sample size calculation indicated that 1025 participants were required to detect the prevalence of oral habits, with a power of 90% (α < 0.05). Kappa coefficient for interexaminer agreement was determined to be 0.81 during the pilot study.
A closed-ended questionnaire was used to get data from the parents of the study participants. After completion of the pilot study, some modifications were made in the questionnaire. Face validity and content validity of the questionnaire were assessed by four experts in the field of dentistry and one methodologist. A written informed consent for the study was obtained from the respective parent/guardian. Deleterious oral habits were screened by trained personnel from the Department of Public health dentistry, using mouth mirrors and probes. Clinical evaluation for mouth breathing was done with water test. The child was asked to take a little amount of water in his/her mouth with lips in contact without swallowing. Children unable to maintain lips in contact position for 3 min were considered as mouth breathers. Apart from mouth breathing, the children were screened for tongue thrusting, thumb-sucking, bruxism, pencil/nail biting, and lip/cheek biting. Following the examination, a health educational talk was delivered using study models.
SPSS version 15.0 (Statistical Package for the Social Sciences, SPSS Inc; Chicago, Illinois, USA), was used to derive the prevalence rates of different oral habits. Chi-square test was done to compare the prevalence of oral habits according to age group and gender. The probability level was set at α = 0.05. <5% (P< 0.05) differences in probabilities were considered to be statistically significant.
A total of 1034 children, 478(46.2%) males and 556 (53.8%) females; aged 4-13 years, were screened for oral habits. The composition of the sample by age and gender is represented in [Table 1].
Among the children assessed, 752 (72.7%) children had at least one oral habit, of which 402 (53.5%) were females and 350 (46.5%) were males. There was no significant gender-wise difference in the oral habits' prevalence. Four hundred and eighty-seven (47.1%) children reported with only one oral habit, 197 (19.1%) had 2 oral habits, and 57 (5.5%) had 3 oral habits [Graph 1]. The two oral habits occurring most concurrently were tongue thrusting and mouth breathing reported in 42 (4.1%) children. The three oral habits occurring most concurrently were tongue thrusting, mouth breathing, and thumb-sucking, reported in 12 (1.2%) children.
Assessment of individual prevalence of oral habits revealed that 304 (29.4%) children had mouth breathing habit, 243 (23.5%) had tongue thrusting habit, 171 (17%) had thumb-sucking, 207 (20%) had habit of nail biting, 90 (8.7%) had pencil biting habit, 51 (4.9%) had bruxism, and lip/cheek biting was found in 47 (4.5%) children [Graph 2]. Gender-wise prevalence assessment of each oral habit indicated significantly higher rates of nail biting in females (P = 0.0093) and significantly higher rates of bruxism in males (P = 0.0325) [Table 2].
Age-wise prevalence assessment of oral habits in the study population divided into two groups of 4–8 years and 9–13 years revealed significantly higher prevalence of thumb-sucking in the younger age group children of 4–8 years (P = 0.001) and higher prevalence of tongue thrusting in older children of 9–13 years (P = 0.0389) [Table 3].
The present study represents the first epidemiological survey conducted in Central Kerala population with the aim of assessing the prevalence of oral habits in 4–13-year-old schoolchildren. It is a well-documented fact that oral habits affect occlusal development and thus play a major role in the facial appearance of the child.
The finding of this study indicates that 72.7% of children had at least one oral habit. This prevalence rate is higher than that reported by Garde et al., who reported 51% prevalence rate in 6–12-year-old children. Motta et al. reported that, among preschoolers, 87.4% had oral habits. Quashie-Williams, Shetty and Munshi, and Kharbanda et al. reported lower prevalence rates of 34.1%, 29.7%, and 25.5%, respectively. The higher prevalence rate of oral habits found in the present study may be due to the fact that it was a hospital-based study. Since the children reported to the hospital for an oral complaint, it can be assumed that the prevalence of oral habits will be higher in such population.
Mouth breathing and tongue thrusting were the most prevalent habits in the present study. This is similar to the results reported by Guaba et al. and Kharbanda et al. In majority of studies, tongue thrusting was reported as the most prevalent habit followed by mouth breathing., In the present study, a high prevalence of mouth breathing was noted (29.4%). Since mouth breathing is one of the etiologic factors in growth alterations in the face, it should be diagnosed early and proper intervention should begin. Abou-Ei-Ezz et al. have reported that mouth breathing is highly associated with malocclusion and this association is statistically highly significant (P< 0.001).
Tongue thrusting was reported in 23.5% of children. Shetty and Munshi, Kharbanda et al., and Amitha and Arun  have reported tongue thrusting prevalence to be 3.02%, 18.1%, and 33.65%, respectively. Thumb-sucking was found in 17% of the study group. Amitha and Arun  reported a prevalence of 1.9% and Kharbanda et al. reported 0.7% prevalence. Highly stressful and anxiety-related behavior has been indirectly related to nail biting and thumb-sucking by Agarwal et al.
Nail biting was seen in 20% of children in the present study which is very high compared to the prevalence reported by Garde et al., Shetty and Munshi, and Sharma et al., who reported a prevalence of 5.8%, 12.7%, and 3%, respectively. Baydaş et al. have reported an increased prevalence of Enterobacteriaceae in the oral cavities of children having nail-biting habit.
The prevalence of bruxism and pencil biting in the present study is 4.9% and 8.7%, respectively. This is in agreement to the study reported by Shetty and Munshi, who reported 6.2% prevalence of bruxism and 9.8% prevalence of pencil biting. The prevalence of lip/cheek biting in this study of 5% is also similar to that reported by Shetty and Munshi  of 6%. Bruxism, nail biting, and pencil biting were found to be elevated in 7–17-year-old children suffering from attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder.
Nail biting was found to be significantly more in females (P = 0.0088) in the present study. Bruxism was reported significantly more in male children (P = 0.0331), similar to that reported by Shetty and Munshi. Hormonal changes and diet may be the reason for this gender-wise difference of habits.
A higher prevalence of thumb-sucking was derived in the present study in the younger age group of 4–8-year children (P = 0.0001). Tongue thrusting was reported more in older age group of 9–13-year children (P = 0.0389) in the present study. If tongue thrusting is not corrected by this age, it can lead to short flaccid upper lip, speech problems, and increased anterior facial height.
A limitation of the present study is that the study sample was obtained from a dental hospital. A higher prevalence rate can be expected in this sample compared to general population. Further studies are recommended by selecting the samples from the general population to know the actual prevalence rate.
Prevalence of adverse oral habits was 72.7% in children reporting for dental treatment in Central Kerala, India. Majority of the children had only one habit, of which mouth breathing was the most commonly occurring habit, followed by tongue thrusting and nail biting. Nail biting was seen significantly more in female children and bruxism more in male children. Prevalence of thumb-sucking was more in younger children (4–8 years) and tongue thrusting in older children (9–13 years). As the prevalence of oral habits is very high in this population, compared to other Indian populations, preventive and interceptive strategies to eradicate the oral habits should be planned at the earliest.
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Marketing Insights: Ten Points to Ponder
By Jerry Dryer
Here are a few factoids and points that may be worth pondering during your next brainstorming session in the marketing department.
Spend less time listening to what consumers say and more time watching what they do. If you don't believe me, ask Harry Balzer. At the Institute of Food Technologists' Expo in June, he explained: When it comes to food choices, whatever consumers say, their eating habits reveal something very different.
A trip through the Fancy Food Show in New York City a couple of months ago suggested that people are looking for things sweet and savory - part sweet and part sassy. This took me back to an old cheese maker's recipe: A scoop or two of vanilla ice cream topped with crumbled blue cheese. Try it, you'll like it.
Nearly 10 million people drive more than an hour each day just to get to work, prompting Chrysler Motors to offer an optional refrigerated glove box in the new Dodge Caliber. This certainly adds a new twist to dashboard dining. There's research suggesting that, on average, Americans eat almost a meal a week in their cars.
It sounds to me like more drive-up windows should be popping up at service stations, convenience stores, and traditional grocery retailers. Sheetz, a C-store, has touch screens at the gas pumps so folks can order a meal and grab it at the pick-up window after feeding the car.
How about creating more refrigerated, dairy-based meals? How about positioning some products already on the market as meals. Please be bold enough to call them meals; don't call them meal replacements.
About $150 million was spent advertising beverage (fluid) milk during 2005. Sales, on a volume basis, continued a decade-long slide lower. About $125 million was committed to generic efforts; less than $25 million was spent on branded advertising. Milk advertising was equal to about two-and-a-half cents per gallon; soft drink marketers spent a nickel a gallon and fruit-based beverage peddlers spent a dime.
Value-added milk, like milk made without rBST, accounts for 11% of overall volume, but 17% of the revenue.
Cheese advertising expenditures totaled about $160 million during 2005. Generic spending totaled just over $60 million; branding advertising, not quite $100 million. Sales were up 1.5% versus the previous year.
Relatively speaking (no pun intended), here in the USA we have more grandparents and fewer grandchildren. That is, the percent of the population under six years of age is shrinking and the percent over 60 is increasing. Shouldn't we be making dairy beverages and dairy foods for Grandpa and Grandma? Please, don't call them that.
The dairy business continues to treat most milk and manufactured products like commodities, but the real action is in value-added and specialty foods and beverages. For example, Beverage Marketing Corporation tells us that: "Standard" milk accounted for 89% of the beverage milk volume and 83% of the revenue in 2004. At best, sales for this segment were flat.
Value-added milks, which include organic, rBST free, fortified, lactose-free and flavored, are just 11% of the volume, but 17% of the revenue, and showing strong growth. If my math is correct, value-added milks are selling, on average, for about 66% more than standard milks.
Specialty cheesemakers have a grand record of creating and marketing a host of value-added cheeses; products that have created a halo for the entire category. Ahh, the power of cheese! And cheese makers in this country have been winning blue ribbons for years in the World Competition hosted by the Wisconsin Cheese Makers Association. More recently, U.S. cheesemakers have been bringing ribbons home from another World Competition held in London.
While commodity cheeses sell for four or five bucks a pounds, these specialty items cross the scale at $10 and $15 a pound.
I'd recommend adding a few of your own random thoughts; then launching a productive discussion.
Jerry Dryer
www.dairymarketanalyst.com
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