Whoever meditates on history can find outstanding leaders throughout the ages who have influenced civilization and shaped their nations. One such person is Jesus, the Son of Mary. More than one-third of the world's population follows his teachings. The name of Jesus is the most important word in the New Testament, appearing 975 times in its twenty-seven books.
This name was not man made, but fixed by the will of God. In the name "Jesus", lies God's plan for man's redemption, a plan predetermined before the foundation of the world. The name of Jesus literally means, "The Lord of the covenant helps, overcomes and saves".
God changed the course of the world through Jesus of Nazareth. The Son of Mary did not lecture vain human teachings, nor did he just perform material miracles, but through him, God spoke and worked (John 5:19-21; 14:10-24). What was the purpose of his coming? And what is the secret of his great power?
Jesus said, "Come to Me, all you who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest… learn from Me, for I am gentle and lowly in heart, and you will find rest for your souls" (Matthew 11:28-29). All who struggle to control their lives are encouraged to come to Jesus. Anyone who comes to him, Jesus will deliver such a one from pride and will give him rest.
Jesus said, "the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve, and to give His life a ransom for many" (Matthew 20:28). Those who follow Jesus are cured of selfishness and joyfully serve others in his strength.
and the Lord has laid on Him the iniquity of us all" (Isaiah 53:4-6).
Before Jesus died, he prayed to God interceding for his foes: "Father, forgive them, for they do not know what they do" (Luke 23:34). We are certain that God answered his merciful prayer.
Jesus said, "Whoever commits sin is a slave of sin…. Therefore, if the Son makes you free, you shall be free indeed" (John 8:34, 36). Jesus delivers those who trust him from the prison of sin. He took upon himself the sin of the world and atoned for us. His atonement blots out all our iniquities and his Holy Spirit dwells in us and strengthens us to overcome sin (Romans 8:9-11). So, he who believes in Jesus and his atonement will be justified fully.
Jesus triumphed over the Satan, standing firm against him and not yielding to his temptation (Matthew 4:1-11; Luke 4:1-13). Through adversity and affliction, Jesus continued to commit himself to God and remained sinless. The evil one could not exercise power over him. Jesus cast out demons and evil spirits from the demon-possessed. He granted this authority to his disciples (Luke 9:1). He who accepts his atonement will be completely freed from the power of Satan.
Jesus said, "I am the resurrection and the life. He who believes in Me, though he may die, he shall live. And whoever lives (in spirit) and believes in Me shall never die. Do you believe this?" (John 11:25-26).
Jesus rose victorious from the dead, appeared in body and spoke to his disciples; they touched him. Likewise, Jesus is able to deliver his followers from death and give them everlasting life.
Jesus commanded his listeners, "Love your enemies, bless those who curse you, do good to those who hate you, and pray for those who spitefully use you and persecute you, that you may be sons of your Father in heaven" (Matthew 5:44-45; Luke 6:27-28).
The only one born of the spirit of God, forgave his followers all their sins and commanded them also to forgive all those who sinned against them. The motive of Jesus' forgiveness is his great love. Jesus delivers all who obey him, from hatred and revenge.
The Son of Mary was rejected, snubbed and hated by his own people. But in spite of their rejection, Jesus offered them his love, reconciliation, redemption and power. All who turn from sin and turn to him will be justified and receive eternal life.
The living Jesus invites you to trust him and accept his words. He can give you the power of the Holy Spirit and cleanse you spirit, soul and body. Do not harden your heart, but take advantage of his forgiveness and power and escape the wrath to come. Jesus is your Redeemer, Savior, Intercessor and Mediator before God. He is your life and guarantees your safety. Go ahead and put your hand in his stretched-out hand that you may receive grace upon grace of his fullness (John 1:16).
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Someone and I were having a conversation on gtalk about how we feel about work. Although a professional, he feels small in the entire organization and feels like he is doing factory work day in day out. I tell him that I am no better, sometimes I feel like a cobbler. Fixing, making, cleaning.
Maybe because we both had particular long days which is why we are feeling this way but there's like a stretch of 40 years of work before retirement. Is there such a thing as fresh grad syndrome? Where you feel jaded at times? I tell him that having goals in place will make our work more rewarding. A belief that I hope to hold on to as well.
While I feel my work is repetitive, at the same time I am plagued by the perpetual fear of not knowing if I know enough. It does eat at me. I know what I have to do, but there's no exam to look forward to.. I need to be pressured into doing it.
I have roughly been through my career options in my mind a few times but all that would need money (furthering my studies, setting up a clinic…), I need to know what is best for me in the long run. What my priorities are. I can't possibly be setting up a general clinic then running off to specialize after a couple of years, can I? But with only a few months under my belt, I really don't know everything there is to know about this field.. I don't really know what I want to do. I don't really know if I should limit myself to a specialized field. I don't know!
I chose dentistry because I narrowed it down from the things I'd rather do. This was when I was 16 years old, burdened by the huge duty of having to make life changing choices. SPM and college times were so hard and confusing. 🙁 I knew very well that I hated physics to my very core, chemistry was nice, ahem, used to get the highest in class but was bombing chemistry in college, sometimes failing it too.. but I knew I had to do something science related.
I needed something that had no maths…no physics…no chemistry…..no sitting in a lab looking into microscopes… I've always liked biology in school. I liked how the human body worked. I actually wouldn't have minded medicine but the long hours were the number 1 reason why I didn't choose the field. Not like I confirm can get into med school also..ceh:P But dentistry provided me with all that. A chance to be in science, a chance to meet people day in day out and a chance to go home to make dinner for my family! I can be a professional AND a mother AND a wife! Yeah, so traditional at 16.
I really do..I really do like meeting people.
But sometimes, I sort of see why customer service people can't provide customers with the most optimum level of services equipped with a smile. It has to be done. Especially now that the clinic has implemented a system for the patients to drop a yellow laminated smile in a box at the counter to rate our services. Sometimes there are very very difficult people to be dealt with. No matter how you reason, they don't see the point in what you are trying to say.
Sometimes I wonder exactly how is my work rewarding? One patient might feel happy that he can now chew his chicken without any getting stuck in the cavity, another patient might feel grateful that her front tooth is replaced, another might finally get a good night's sleep after the abscess has been removed. It does sound rewarding but it's not epic. Unless the lama-lama jadi bukit thing holds true, then well, yeah.
An incident today did make me feel like I had a real purpose aside from fixing their teeth. 🙂 A patient was so so so so so so so x1000000 of coming into the surgery. I invited her to sit down but she just stood there rooted to the spot, not saying a word. I thought "Great, another patient with mental disabilities…….how should I approach her?" Then I saw tears forming in her eyes. And then I realized that it was a really great fear of going to the dentist. She said that everything dental related scared her. The chair, the tray, the door, the light….. the patient and I had a good laugh after I explained everything to her, trying to alleviate her fears. I made jokes, she joked back, we had a good rapport going on. 🙂 THAT was rewarding. To be able to change a person's mind set, I think that is what matters most to me.
I guess at the end of the day it all boils down to appreciation. I want to tell that someone that it applies to him too. Appreciation for the things we do can go a long way.
I do wonder if all mid 20s go through such a period where they question where do they go from here.


I'm not sure if my hair loss is because of menopause or the stress of my last eight months. I suspect a little of both. Whatever the reason, my hair has gotten so thin, I decided it needed help and finally bought some Rogaine.
Apparently up to 40% of women over 50 struggle with hair thinning and loss. Some begin to notice it in their 30's.
I toyed with the idea of clip-in extensions, but they seemed like too much trouble. I also considered all-over hair dye because it swells the hair, making it seem fuller. But I'm not ready to commit to the upkeep, yet. That left Rogaine.
I've always had baby fine, thin hair but it's never been quite as thin as now. I expected my hair to become coarser as it turned gray, but haven't been that lucky.
My brother tried Rogaine years ago when it first came out. He was hoping to stop his male pattern baldness from advancing. I don't know if it helped him or he just got fed up with using it.
I remember wondering why he was bothering with it. In hindsight, it seems so obvious. If you don't like what's happening and something is available to potentially help you, why not try it?
I bought the 5% foam for women. I expected it to be icky and gross. It's not. I apply it to my scalp in the morning before I blow dry my hair. It isn't greasy and doesn't change the texture of my hair one bit. Then I add mousse and dry my hair as usual.
The foam is lightweight and odorless. The instructions say I may initially have more hair loss as it stimulates the hair follicles. Wait, what?! Not something I'm looking forward to. Results can show up in a few months but usually in 6 months time.
They say it helps 60% of women grow hair back. I have my fingers crossed I'm one of them. The downside is once you stop using Rogaine your hair reverts to its former thinness. If it helps me, I'll just keep using it because it's very easy to incorporate into my morning routine.
I expect the results to be subtle. I'll keep you posted on my progress.
Do you struggle with thinning hair?
Have you tried Biotin supplements?
What a lovely picture of you, by the way!
I have been taking diatomaceous earth for the past few years ( not for hair growth) and my hair is still thick and luscious. D.E is full of silica which is great for hair skin and nails.
I started going bald at a particularly stressful time in my life. I had just turned thirty, had a baby and was going through a divorce when my hairdresser noticed tow bald patches at the front of my hairline. thankfully with lots of B group vitamins and self care this cleared up. I have noticed that my hair falls out in handfuls when I under a lot of stress.
A good mineral supplement, D.E and b groups would go a long way to helping your hair.
My hair at 62 has totally changed texture and suddenly became very thin. I always had thin blonde hair but nothing like this !!! My first attempt was hair extensions that were great for about a week, I was so excited that for the first time in my life I had hair !!! Well they ended up taking out more hair when they needed to be tightened and totally made matters worse. I would never recommend extensions to anyone! I was desperate, my friend recently met an women who suffered from alopecia and had a gorgeous wig and she suggested I try that route. Well after much shopping I bought a top cap hair piece,from German of human hair. It only took a week to get used to it and you would never be able to tell !!! I love it and wished I did it years ago. I actually have hair on my shoulders. the cap piece is so much more comfortable than a wig. I spend half the time on my hair !!! I highly encourage anyone to try one. Just find a good wig salon. Not the internet !!!
I had a feeling the extensions would cause more damage, than help. Sort of a quick, temporary fix with bad consequences. I have recommended top caps to clients. They can be a miracle fix. Thank you for mentioning them Allison!
I could have written this post. You and I have very similar hair. I, too, couldn't wait to go gray because I thought it would be courser. At 60 I have almost no gray so I'm still waiting and hoping. I will be very interested to hear how Rogaine works for you. Do you have to use it every day? Since I've retired, I don't wash and style daily (and my hairdresser says that my hair looks healthier because of it).
I apply mine with damp hair in the morning and dry hair in the evening. I'm sorry you're in the shedding phase. That is terrifying. I also massaged my scalp when it was at it's worse, but I'm not sure if it helped or not. The Rogaine should not cause it to shed but I would check back with your dermatologist just to be sure.
I am currently using something called Nioxin, recommended by my hairdresser. Not sure it is making that much difference. Will be interested to hear your results. Do you have to wash your hair everyday because I only wash mine twice a week.
My hairdresser also sold my Nioxin and while I have used it for some months now, I notice no difference. I have gray/blonde fine thin hair also and it is very frustrating!
I tried Nioxin too. Expensive shampoo that did nothing for me either.
No, you don't have to wash your hair everyday. I'll let you know. My fingers are crossed.
My daughter lost her hair from chemo and has been to a hair doctor (trichologist). He prescibed minidoxil, very low dose, and her hair has grown back, very slowly. So go to a specialist as over-the-counter things don't work very well and there are more myths about hair growing methods than most things… Good luck.
Thank you Kate! It's the only thing I've read is clinically proven to help. Sending healing thoughts to your daughter!
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See a trichologist and you might get a prescription for low dose minidoxil.
I have been using it for 20 years, I am 75 years old,I also colour my hair. My Mother had started to lose her hair at 50 and I followed suit. When Rogaine came on the market I was desperate, I have not looked back. Can I say if I stopped I would keep my hair? will not try. I had breast cancer and of course chemo made me bald, was told my hair would grow back wiry, no such luck, So back to Rogaine I went. At least it should stop the fall out and you'll keep what you have now.
Thank you Annie!! I'm so glad it worked for you. I hope I get relief too. If it just stops falling out at the rate it is, ill be thrilled!!!
I haven't but one of my very dear friends is and has for about five years. It's been diagnosed as stress (from her daughter, I know – as does she). I'll pass this information on to her. Thanks for the tip and I wish you success with it…keep us posted.
I also take Biotin, and have for many years. At best, it is not helping enough! I tried Rogaine a few years ago, but by day three, I developed an excruciating headache. I rarely get headaches, and the few that I have had were nothing like this in character (sharp, searing pain) or intensity. So I immediately stopped using the Rogaine. But of late my hair loss has been so severe that I am tempted to give it another try… I look forward to reading about your progress!
Rogaine contains the ingredient used in blood pressure medication. Perhaps that was an issue for you. This new foam is quite easy to use and so far I've been lucky and not had side effects. My Dr suggested I try it so although I'm already on blood pressure medication I felt comfortable giving it a try. I'll let you know.
It is a very lovely picture of you! Blonds tend to have baby fine hair. I've had thinning or balding spots for years, due to stress. Pinterest is full of "grow your hair back" posts. After doing some research, found that saw palmetto is a supplement to try…it's not just for men. I take that and B vitamin complex, zinc, evening primrose oil, and biotin. It's early days so hopefully I'll see some results in a few weeks. I am sixty-six with grey/blond fine hair.
not read about using Saw Palmetto. It actually makes sense since the lack of androgen (male hormone) seems indicated in hair loss.
I have the same texture, thin and fine hair as you. I've had it all my life but I can see that as I age it is becoming more noticeable.
I tried Rogaine. I think it might have worked but it made my scalp very dry and flaky. I had the choice of looking like I had terrible dandruff or going back to thinning hair. I decided on the thinning hair and gave the rest of my stock to someone else.
I hope it works for you.!
Oh, oh. I'll be on the lookout for dandruff. If it's not one thing it's another! I'm not sure which would be worse.
Thank you Sheela! I hadn't heard that using a cooler hair dryer setting would help. I'll do that right away. I haven't seen the Rahua shampoo. I'll check it out. I don't doubt you counted the hair loss. It's really disturbing to see it clogging the drain. Thanks for the info!
I hope you areNOT washing your hair daily?The washing and blow drying are not helping.
I never knew there was a HAIR DOC!
The things we learn on the BLOGS!
Mine has just started to fall out when I wash it…………………………..so I wash about once a week.Let me know how you like this product!Lets give it a months time…………….
WHAT ARE YOU DOING IN FLORIDA?!!!
I wash it every other day. Which is a big improvement over everyday. Which I've done my entire life, up till last year. At which time I discovered dry shampoo which allowed me to stretch it. We're just on a short holiday to the sunshine state. Which is having a cold snap!
According to Paula Begoun (Paula's Choice Skincare) Minoxidil is the only product proven to stimulate hair growth. I use Wal-Mart's no-name version in the men's strength, but only once a day. It has helped some, but I do not have the same wonderful hair that I had 20 years ago. I do not like hair extensions at all; to my eye they are too much, and I also do not want to have to go to that much preparation just to get out of the door in the morning.
I read Paula's review before I plunked down my money too! I agree extensions would be too much trouble for daily use. It might be fun to clip on a ponytail occaisionaly. ?
I suffered hair loss as a teen so am ultra-sensitive to thinning. I use olioplex when I colour and then use Purely Perfect un-shampoo and wash it the least amount I can get away with (which is still a lot since I'm at the gym many days.) I am eager to hear how this works for you!.
Dry shampoo has saved me from losing a lot of hair. Hopefully this Rogaine will be the icing on the cake. I haven't heard of olioplex. I'll check it out. Thanks Jen!
I am 66 with very fine, thin, straight hair, high forehead. Sadly menopause made it worse; thinning hair.
I have tried various over the counter supplements and hair products as mentioned. Rogaine did work (after about one year); too messy and inconvenient,.
My female gynecologist suggested a prescription drug called spironolactone. Saw initial results in 6 weeks with fine baby hairs sprouting. It has been one year seeing new hair growth continuing with some thin spots filling in/some still need work. Hair is very shiny and healthy.
Note: Spironolactone is also used for high blood pressure and is a mild diuretic. I had to adjust my 50 mg. dosage to 25 mg. (side efforts – heavy leg feeling; tired). Still eliminate lots, need to drink lots of water. So far worth it!
I had read how messy the original Rogaine was to use. This new foam is a breeze. Simple and clean to use. If what you're doing works, stick with it! I'll report back with my results.
Oh, I'm super curious about this. My hair started thinning about a year ago and it happened so quickly! I hope it works. I wonder what the track record is with men? I suppose it working or not depends a lot on ones "personal chemistry." Fingers crossed.
I think mine snuck up on me. One day I looked in the mirror and my forehead was WAY higher. Freaked me out. I think the track record with men is similar. Around 60%+. Fingers crossed.
Jennifer. Give Minoxidil a chance! I am the poster girl for a Minoxidil miracle. About 20 years ago my hair started thining (my mid-40s) and I tried every vitamin, supplement or treatment I could find. Even mail ordered some tablets from China. I was so desperate I took them without even being sure of what they contained. My next step was getting a wig. Then the doctor suggested Minoxidil. I tried it for a bit and so no results and quit. But the hair kept falling out so I tried again. I followed every step to the letter, watching the videos on how to use it so I was sure I was doing it right. About 3 months later I noticed my scalp looked funny . . . it turns out a new crop of hair was growing! Eventually I was back to normal — even if normal for me is fine, thin hair. For minoxidil to work you must be dedicated and have patience. I use the 5% liquid now (not the foam) and only once a day, in the evening. Yes,my scalp goes through itchy phases, but that is a small price. Also, the instructions say to wash your hair every day. I always have so I continue to do that. Just be gentle. It has to get to the scalp to work and for me the foam was ending up more on the hair and not on the scalp. I buy it from Costco (they do mail order) so the price is low. Losing your hair is a devastating experience.Good luck in finding a solution.
Minoxidil is Rogaine. Rogaine or Regaine are brand names for minoxidil .
My hair was never thick but, it's gotten thinner with age. I've been using John Frieda's Volume products for a couple of years and they help. The latest one has been particularly helpful, 7 day volume, which you put on in the shower and leave on for a few minutes then rinse. I've noticed a difference. I use the shampoo, conditioner and mouse, too.
Try clip in extensions by Toni Brattin. I use them all the time and I think they look great. My hair is thinning and has for 20 years. I also use Toppik and that helps tremendously. Pull your hair back and use a hairpiece. No, you won't look like you're entering a beauty contest with big hair. Hope this helps.
I totally agree with you Barbara. If you can wear your hair off your face then this is the ideal solution!
I am so heartened to read this post and all the comments. My hair has gotten terribly thin and my hairline has receded dramatically. I tried Rogaine years ago but stopped using it because I wasn't sure I saw any improvement. Maybe I didn't give it enough of a chance. Perhaps I will try again. Interested about the top cap idea as well. Thank you for this!
I noticed my hair thinning after I turned 60. Actually, my husband commented on my hair shedding on the furniture wherever I had sat. My doctor suggested I try Rogaine. I have been using it for the past three years and have been pleased with it. I may not have quite as much hair as I had 10 years, but it certainly improved over what it was just before I began using Rogaine. I do remember it took a good three months before I saw new hair growing. Occasionally I have shedding at my temples, but nothing like before Rogaine. As for the price, I look for it on sale and usually buy 6 months worth.
Ditto – I have the type of hair as you: fine and blonde. I kept it long until 50 when I decided it would look more flattering to have it cut into a bob. It did for a while but in order to look good – a lot of styling (i.e. heat appliances) needed to be used on a daily basis. My poor hair was in very bad shape and too short to tie back. As soon as it was long enough I started to tie it back and use a variety of clip extensions (buns, ponytails, etc.,) to give the illusion of length and fullness. This works for me but I am comfortable with my hair pulled back in a bun, and do understand that some like to have hair framing their faces. It took some doing but I now only wash my hair once a week, use a conditioning treatment (Oplex) regularly, and only blow-dry it when I visit the hairdresser. While no one is going to ask me to become a hair model anytime soon, it looks much better and is the only way forward I can see to "good hair" days in the future. I use the simplest clip in extensions at home but have a set to take to hairdresser where they can create some marvelous creations, such as my plait crown that I wore to a wedding recently. I resisted clip in hair extensions for such a long time because of the 'stigma' but even the inexpensive ones look very effective now!
Hi Jennifer, I have the very same problem..have you had your iron levels checked? I found I was terribly anaemic last year and took an iron prep containing vit C and L-lysine, which helped no end and my hair started to grow again. I stopped taking the tablets recently and the thinning problem has returned so I must start taking them again. Ditching the dye has saved the texture of my hair, it's much softer and bouncier now and I get compliments on the natural highlights. I also used to lose loads of hair directly after colouring. Condition is far more important to me now than maintaining the colour but I'm lucky, the grey is growing through in a pretty way, imho. Spironolactone works as an anti-androgen which can make hair grow again and grow longer if you have a hormone imbalance and are sensitive to androgens. It worked for me several years ago. Certain HRT's can help too, a lack of oestrogen causes hair to stop growing..but maybe we have to accept this as part of ageing and try new styles, new ways to decorate our hair, hats, scarves, turbans, many older women embrace their hair, I'm thinking Judi Dench, Beatrix Ost. Hope you find something that works for you Jennifer, it's so distressing watching your hair 'shrink', keep us posted on your new regime.
Hormones does wreck havoc on our hair. Stress is a fact of life but perhaps you could find a pampering, intensive moisture pac that would help with your texture. We have to make the best of what we have. Good luck.
I can so relate to all this Jennifer! I'm 51, with rapidly thinning hair and male pattern baldness. I had surgical menopause at age 40. My dermatologist has had me on Spironolactone for about 3 years now. Initially it was for adult acne which it cured immediately. When I asked about going off of it, he said if I did I'd probably lose more hair. I was using men's 5% Rogaine foam on his advice and perhaps noticed a bit of super fine baby hairs sprouting, but then my scalp became very irritated and he had me stop the Rogaine. Now I wonder if I'd have had better results using the liquid rather than foam as another person commented. I use Nizoral shampoo Mon-Wed-Fri and Head & Shoulders the other days, both of which he recommended to me. In 2013 I was taking Biotin 8000mg and couldn't tell it was helping at all. I eat a very healthy diet. For me at least, there's a huge genetic component. My father was bald by 50 yrs old and my mom always had very fine, thin hair. You could see her scalp through her hair even when she was in her late 30's. I remember her wearing a wig for a while but then I think she just gave up. I don't want to do that! Thanks for bringing up this hair loss subject and thanks to all the commenters for recommendations.
I just bought it today.
Thanks for sharing Kim. I may try the liquid next just to see if I can get better contact with my scalp. I'm also upping my Biotin and getting some nizoral shampoo!
I have always had fine hair but found it thinning with menopause. One year ago I started using men's extra strength generic Rogaine twice a day and it has made a HUGE difference. One $20 package lasts three months. My hairdresser even noticed and said it was working better than the very expensive treatment sold at the salon.
Have any of you tried MONAT? It is a much healthier alternative to all of the products listed above as well t is chemical free.
I feel your pain, Jennifer. I, too, noticed a receding hairline less than a year ago. Mentioned it to derm that I assumed it was menopause related and she said, no, I don't think so. Did a biopsy and it's scarring alopecia -hair never to return. That biopsy opened a can of worms which led to diagnosis of two autoimmune diseases. I assume I'll be in a wig before it's all over. I have very fine hair that I color for body. Limp as a noodle if I don't. I'll try dry shampoo to avoid washing daily or every other day. I feel fortunate that I'm retired (62) and don't have to worry about looking great every day. May I ask which dry shampoo you are having success with?
I'm so sorry to hear that Terry! My husband has Alopecia Universalis…no hair at all. It's so much easier for a man to deal with. People think he shaves his head! He treid steriods for a while which helped but are so bad for you long term.
I am really liking Klorane with Oat Milk. Sometimes I'm fortunate and find it at the local pharmacy. If not, I order it online.
Hi thank for your advice, where you purchased the product and how much cost.


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A product of public schools, Dr. Pan partnered with teachers, school nurses, and school psychologists at Sacramento City Unified School District to improve diagnosis and treatment for students with behavioral and learning disabilities so they can better learn in class. He also brought physicians to the classroom to partner with teachers and school nurses to teach good nutrition and promote exercise. The California School Nurses Organization honored him with the Lydia Smiley Award for his work with schools.
The Public Servant
In 2010, Dr. Pan saw how his patients and their families were struggling with budget cuts to safety-net programs, his neighbors with the collapse of the housing market and rising unemployment, and his community with reductions to public schools and public safety. Yet, elected leaders appeared mired in partisanship and inaction. People sought for a representative who wanted to solve problems and not seek division, and Dr. Pan became their standard bearer. In 2010, the people elected Assemblymember Richard Pan; but don't call him that.
Dr. Richard Pan brings his knowledge and experience as a physician, educator, small business owner, and parent to the state legislature. He partnered with firefighters to access $90 million in new federal funds for emergency responders, including $6 million for Sacramento neighborhoods. He partnered with consumer advocates to ban expired medications and baby food from store shelves. He also worked with law enforcement and businesses to establish a state online database to catch thieves trying to sell stolen goods and metals. Dr. Pan partnered with parents to make sure families have the life-saving information they need to keep their schools and communities safe from vaccine-preventable disease.
While serving two terms in the Assembly, Dr. Pan chaired the Assembly Health Committee, where he lead efforts to implement health care reforms to expand health care coverage to millions of new Californians, ensuring health care access will be there when Californians need it. Dr. Pan also lead the fight to stop health insurance companies from denying access to coverage for pre-existing conditions.
In 2014 the communities of Sacramento, Elk Grove, West Sacramento and Arden Arcade elected Dr. Pan as their Senator with 53% of the vote. As Sacramento's Senator, Dr. Pan chairs the Public Employee and Retirement Committee and chairs the Budget Sub Committee on Health and Human Services, which oversees $155 billion in the state budget and health and social services to California's vulnerable and at-risk residents. He demands transparency and accountability in state health programs; holding hearings on reducing fraud, investigating poor access to dental care, and ensuring children with cancer and other serious conditions have access to pediatric specialty care.. Dr. Pan has tackled tough issues, such as lack of diversity in our state's civil service to addressing retirement and pensions reforms– all with the eye of ensuring retirement security for all. Additionally, Dr. Pan has already secured millions of dollars for federal funds for Natomas' much needed levy improvements and over a billion in state funding for construction in Sacramento.
In the wake of a dangerous measles outbreak, Dr. Pan authored groundbreaking legislation to ensure that immunization rates are restored to their necessary levels to protect the public. TIME magazine called Dr. Pan a "hero" for authoring this landmark legislation to abolish non-medical exemptions to legally required vaccines for school students, A group of extremists unsuccessfully tried to recall Dr. Pan in 2015 over his efforts to keep California healthy, but this vocal minority was met with a new more empowered majority of voters who support Dr. Pan's efforts.
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In Silico Analysis of the Biomechanical Stability of Commercially Pure Ti and Ti-15Mo Plates for the Treatment of Mandibular Angle Fracture
Satoshi Yamaguchi, Rodolfo B. Anchieta, Fernando P.S. Guastaldi, Nick Tovar, Daisuke Tawara, Satoshi Imazato, Paulo Coelho
Biomaterials and Biomimetics
Purpose To investigate the influence of different materials and fixation methods on maximum principal stress (MPS) and displacement in reconstruction plates using in silico 3-dimensional finite element analysis (3D-FEA). Materials and Methods Computer-assisted designed (CAD) models of the mandible and teeth were constructed. Champy and AO/ASIF plates and fixation screws were designed with CAD software. 3D-FEA was performed by image-based CAE software. Maximum and minimum values of biomechanical stability, MPS, and displacement distribution were compared in Champy and AO/ASIF plates made from commercially pure titanium grade 2 (cp-Ti) and a titanium-and-molybdenum (14.47% wt) alloy (Ti-15Mo). Results For plates fixed on a model of a fractured left angle of the mandible, the maximum and minimum values of MPS in the cp-Ti–constructed Champy plate, upper AO/ASIF plate, and lower AO/ASIF plate were 19.5 and 20.3%, 15.2 and 25.3%, and 21.4 and 4.6% lower, respectively, than those for plates made from Ti-15Mo. In the same model, the maximum and minimum values of displacement in the cp-Ti–constructed Champy plate, upper AO/ASIF plate, and lower AO/ASIF plate were 1.6 and 3.8%, 3.1 and 2.7%, and 5.4 and 10.4% higher, respectively, than those for plates made from Ti-15Mo. Conclusions This in silico 3D-FEA shows that Ti-15Mo plates have greater load-bearing capability.
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Yamaguchi, S., Anchieta, R. B., Guastaldi, F. P. S., Tovar, N., Tawara, D., Imazato, S., & Coelho, P. (2017). In Silico Analysis of the Biomechanical Stability of Commercially Pure Ti and Ti-15Mo Plates for the Treatment of Mandibular Angle Fracture. Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, 75(5), 1004.e1-1004.e9. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.joms.2016.12.043
In Silico Analysis of the Biomechanical Stability of Commercially Pure Ti and Ti-15Mo Plates for the Treatment of Mandibular Angle Fracture. / Yamaguchi, Satoshi; Anchieta, Rodolfo B.; Guastaldi, Fernando P.S.; Tovar, Nick; Tawara, Daisuke; Imazato, Satoshi; Coelho, Paulo.
In: Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Vol. 75, No. 5, 01.05.2017, p. 1004.e1-1004.e9.
Yamaguchi, S, Anchieta, RB, Guastaldi, FPS, Tovar, N, Tawara, D, Imazato, S & Coelho, P 2017, 'In Silico Analysis of the Biomechanical Stability of Commercially Pure Ti and Ti-15Mo Plates for the Treatment of Mandibular Angle Fracture', Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, vol. 75, no. 5, pp. 1004.e1-1004.e9. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.joms.2016.12.043
Yamaguchi S, Anchieta RB, Guastaldi FPS, Tovar N, Tawara D, Imazato S et al. In Silico Analysis of the Biomechanical Stability of Commercially Pure Ti and Ti-15Mo Plates for the Treatment of Mandibular Angle Fracture. Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery. 2017 May 1;75(5):1004.e1-1004.e9. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.joms.2016.12.043
Yamaguchi, Satoshi ; Anchieta, Rodolfo B. ; Guastaldi, Fernando P.S. ; Tovar, Nick ; Tawara, Daisuke ; Imazato, Satoshi ; Coelho, Paulo. / In Silico Analysis of the Biomechanical Stability of Commercially Pure Ti and Ti-15Mo Plates for the Treatment of Mandibular Angle Fracture. In: Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery. 2017 ; Vol. 75, No. 5. pp. 1004.e1-1004.e9.
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Despite the hurdles placed on it by the Australian Federal Court, Voltage Pictures has told people who may have illicitly downloaded Dallas Buyers Club to expect a letter in the mail.
The 4,726 Australians alleged to have downloaded an illicit copy of the Academy Award-winning film Dallas Buyers Club between April and May last year should expect a letter in the mail, according to Voltage Pictures, but that will not lead to an immediate demand for a payment.
On Tuesday, Justice Nye Perram ordered iiNet, Dodo, and four other internet service providers (ISPs) to hand over the details of account holders associated with 4,726 IP addresses alleged to have downloaded the film, but with a catch: Voltage will need to pay the costs for the ISPs, and the court must see a draft of the letters to be sent out to customers before any details will be handed over.
This was designed to avoid so-called "speculative invoicing", which Voltage has used in the US to demand up to $9,000 in compensation or face having to pay potentially hundreds of thousands of dollars in damages under court order.
The company had similar restrictions placed on it by a Canadian court in February 2014, and that case is still in the appeals process, with no notices sent out to customers yet.
Still, Voltage is vowing to proceed with sending out notices to convey a message to Australia that infringing on the copyright of its films will not go unnoticed. The company's vice president of royalties Michael Wickstrom told Triple J's Hack program on Wednesday that alleged infringers should expect letters in the mail.
"We're developing some kind of system that becomes a deterrent," he said.
"We're the first film maker to say enough is enough; if we don't change the business model, we will fail. We want to continue as a business, but when I see piracy rates in Australia above 50 percent, that's not a business model that can be sustained."
Wickstrom said the type of letters will vary depending on the severity of the alleged infringements.
"Some of the people we go after have a network of hundreds of films uploading. That's when you're going to see these letters going public, where we've asked for $8,000 or $10,000 or $20,000 or whatever, because we realise this person has every Voltage title, Disney title, Warner titles, whatever," he said.
"This has to be stopped, because this is illegal distribution at its worst."
He said the penalties should not be "so aggressive" for first-time infringers, instead indicating that he would support a notice scheme similar to that lodged by the industry to the Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) on Wednesday.
He did, however, indicate that he supported ISPs cutting off internet access by repeat infringers, something ruled out by ISPs and rights holders in the code in Australia.
The letters would be the start of a conversation, Wickstrom said, with the account holder to identify who downloaded the infringing copy of the film.
The amount of compensation is likely to be much lower in Australia than in the US, according to Shelston IP partner Mark Vincent.
"I think the realistic expectation is that if you sue someone for infringement for a single download would be to make AU$20, as a studio," he told ZDNet.
The court may award additional damages, but Vincent said that courts have historically been reluctant to do so.
"There is some ability for an Australian court to find that additional damages are warranted under Section 115 of the Copyright Act. That section has been used sparingly by the courts, and has only been used for the most flagrant cases of infringement," he said.
"And even so, they've been pretty modest, in the low tens of thousands."
Voltage Pictures may seek to recoup some of its court costs, but Vincent said it would be difficult for the company to seek costs from all 4,726 alleged infringers.
He said individuals may face having to pay court costs should the cases go to court, but most individuals would be encouraged to make an offer to settle the case, and win back their own costs.
"So it is possible for an individual infringer to say 'well in terms of damages, I will pay you AU$25', and if you don't beat that award, I am going to seek costs from you. It is not a forgone conclusion that there would be a big costs bill for an individual infringer," he said.
He said that the court rules made Australia "not a great jurisdiction" for rights holders to chase individual downloaders.
"Certainly not compared to the US. No one would do it as a money-making exercise -- pursue an individual infringer. It could only be to make a stand for the purpose of educating the public about the appropriate forms of conduct online, and keeping the debate rolling on," he said.
"It's a debate that isn't finished, and won't be finished for the foreseeable future -- and may never be finished as technology keeps changing."


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Home Classic Movies Classic Movies – Viva Las Vegas! Elvis Still Reigns as King
Classic Movies – Viva Las Vegas! Elvis Still Reigns as King
Elvis. It all started with Elvis. He's the original pop star. Even today, 38 years after his death, he still stands out as the greatest of all superstars. That's indicative of his everlasting star power, as displayed in classic movies like "Viva Las Vegas."
Elvis still heavily features on Forbes' list of the top earning dead celebrities, where he landed on #2 for 2015, with $55 million.
It seems likely that people will continue to worship Elvis in the future, and fans will still make that journey to visit his final resting place at Graceland in Memphis, Tennessee.
Viva Las Vegas!
Stardom started early for the handsome guy. He made a total of 31 films, and his recordings date back to 1953. His rendition of "Heartbreak Hotel" topped the charts in 1956.
Viva Las Vegas Launches Elvis to Super-Stardom – Classic Movies
However, "Viva Las Vegas" (1964) was the rocket that helped propel him into the highest ranks of international stardom. Everyone knew he could sing and dance. But could he act opposite the hottest star in Hollywood? And would his boyish good looks translate to the big screen?
The answer was a resounding "Yes!" Elvis the movie star had officially arrived. His classic movies are still popular today.
"Viva Las Vegas" – one of the great classic movies – also helped shape the image of Las Vegas as the casino capital of the world. Buoyed by his flashy performance, the film played a vital role in portraying Vegas as the epicenter of gambling. It also helped to increase the overall popularity of casinos, in general.
Casinos Star in Classic Movies like Viva Las Vegas, Casablanca
Of course, casinos had already been the backdrop of popular films, such as "Casablanca," but adding the charismatic image of Elvis to the bright lights of Sin City was a game changer.
Ann-Margret was fresh off her sensational role in "Bye Bye Birdie," which made her a bona fide movie star. George Sidney, director of "Bye Bye Birdie," teamed up with Ann-Margret once again for "Viva Las Vegas." Elvis was in the middle of a perfect storm of events when he landed the lead role of Lucky Jackson.
The real-life sparks between the two co-stars was palpable. It was impossible to ignore that on-screen chemistry, and it's one of the many reasons "Viva Las Vegas" was a huge hit.
Well, that and seeing the well-groomed star fall into a pool while decked out in a tuxedo. "Viva Las Vegas" made $9.44 million in the box office, which was the equivalent of $72.18 million today.
Classic Movies – "Viva Las Vegas"
"Viva Las Vegas" Takes Elvis To New Level – Classic Movies
Elvis was always a star, but "Viva Las Vegas" took his career to another level. He became the first true pop star in America. His appearances in Hollywood films elevated him to international superstardom.
It's safe to say that 60 years ago, the magnetic star with the iconic sideburns was easily the most popular and recognizable person on the planet.
He might have been the first major celebrity brand, because no matter what you stamped his name on, rabid fans were going to buy it! Whether it was a new love ballad record, a formulaic romantic comedy film, or a special comb designed for sideburns.
"Viva Las Vegas" Transforms Las Vegas Into a Star
As the backdrop for Lucky Jackson's activities, "Viva Las Vegas" also transformed Las Vegas into a star. The city never got proper billing in the credits. But it's clear that Sin City itself played a huge role in the film, as it has done in countless others.
For many moviegoers, "Viva Las Vegas" marked their first glimpse at the city. And in full color, too! Only a few years earlier, films had made the switch from black and white to technicolor.
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Outshined by The Beatles?
In the 1950s, Elvis became an overnight sensation after an auspicious recording debut at Sun Records. In the early 1960s, his legend as a live musical act solidified as he cranked out more hits. But it was his foray into motion pictures that thrust Elvis into the spotlight.
However, his film career facilitated his decline as a singer and musician. His eccentric manager, Colonel Tom Parker, signed him to a series of films, not all of them good. Thus, the exhausted star was cranking out three films a year. He might have become a movie star, but his brand was watered down with poor film choices.
Things only got tougher for him when the Beatles hit the airwaves. When the counterculture took root in America in the late 1960s, America's youth and the hippie movement inevitably shunned Elvis.
The Beatles and their contemporaries like the Rolling Stones may have been inspired by Elvis, but the fab four from Liverpool nearly ended his career. With the influx of British bands and psychedelic rock and roll, Elvis represented the old star system. He was an example of the establishment.
His popularity declined as the 1960s progressed, and he took a huge hit at the start of the 1970s. But like any legendary figure faced with adversity, he wasn't ready to hang it up. His film career might have tanked, but he could still sing and dance.
Although he lost credibility with hippies, he was still the most popular figure on the planet. Millions of fans all over the world still loved his songs. The King was poised for a comeback.
Elvis reigned in Las Vegas
The King Makes a Comeback!
Thanks to "Viva Las Vegas," Elvis was already synonymous with the city itself. When he decided to launch his huge comeback tour, he turned to Las Vegas and the Old International Hotel and Casino. This later became the Hilton and is currently known as The Westgate.
His return to the stage occurred on July 31, 1969 in Las Vegas. The concert was a star-studded affair. Rock journalists were flown in from New York to see the epic performance. The audience gave several standing ovations, and the King of Pop performed a rare three encores. That evening was the first time Elvis was referred to as The King. The nickname stuck. He was back on top!
The King of Pop makes a comeback in Las Vegas!
He played a record 58 sold-out shows in August of 1969. Those shows were such a huge financial success that he locked up a five-year deal. At $1 million per year, he would play a string of shows in Vegas every February and August. He was still doing a two-month Vegas residency when he died unexpectedly in 1977.
Elvis Has Left the Building
The phenomenon of Elvis Presley is something that has been replicated but never surpassed. He was a predecessor to today's star system. Although many stars might get the Elvis treatment, there's still only one Elvis.
In the ensuing decades after his death, the Las Vegas Strip became populated with Elvis impersonators. You could not walk into a single casino without being greeted by one. His songs were instant hits in karaoke bars all over the world, including Viva Las Vegas.
It's hard not to think about Elvis when anyone mentions the words "Las Vegas." He was born in Mississippi and raised in the South. He lived in Memphis on his rolling Graceland Estate. But it's Las Vegas that comes to mind when you think about Elvis.
Elvis Bust in Las Vegas
Elvis Presley might have died almost 40 years ago, but his spirit lives on forever. A plethora of pop stars have come and gone since then, but no one will ever be bigger than the King. The myriad of Elvis impersonators can vouch for that.
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