Jews began settling in the American colonies in the 1600s, establishing communities in cities like Newport, Savannah, and Charleston. By the Revolutionary War, there were around 2,000 Jews living in America who played an important role in financing the patriot cause. In the 19th century, waves of Jewish immigration from Germany and Eastern Europe dramatically increased the Jewish population in America. Jewish Americans made significant contributions across all areas of American life despite facing discrimination at times.
Hedge funds are direct partnerships between fund managers and investors where managers typically invest significant personal capital, aligning interests. The modern hedge fund industry traces back to 1949 when Alfred Winslow Jones employed a strategy of offsetting long and short positions to better manage risk. Hedge funds invest in a range of assets like stocks, bonds, commodities and futures to maximize returns while minimizing risk through diversification and hedging. They provide benefits to local communities and institutions by helping fund pensions, universities, non-profits and providing stable returns over time.
The document discusses the physiology of hemostasis, including:
- The essential components of hemostasis including platelet plug formation, coagulation pathways, and fibrinolysis.
- Conditions that can increase the risk of uncontrolled bleeding during surgery such as patient comorbidities, anticoagulant medications, hypothermia and acidosis.
- How achieving optimal hemostasis requires balancing procoagulant, anticoagulant, fibrinolytic and antifibrinolytic factors.
The document discusses antidotes for poisoning treatment. It defines an antidote as a therapeutic substance used to counteract the toxic effects of a xenobiotic. Antidotes are classified according to their mode or site of action, and include physical, chemical, and pharmacological antidotes. Physical antidotes like activated charcoal work by adsorption. Chemical antidotes form non-toxic complexes with toxins or accelerate detoxification. Pharmacological antidotes counteract toxins by antagonism at receptor sites, blocking toxic effects, or aiding normal function restoration. The proper use of antidotes combined with supportive care can significantly reduce morbidity and mortality from poisonings.
1) Venus gets angry that Psyche's beauty is receiving worship instead of her own and tasks Cupid with making Psyche fall in love with a monster. However, Cupid himself falls for Psyche.
2) Cupid tricks Psyche's family into leaving her on a mountain where he visits her at night. They fall deeply in love though Psyche cannot see Cupid.
3) Psyche's curious sisters convince her to look at Cupid in the dark, causing him to flee after she wakes him. Psyche must complete difficult tasks from Venus to be reunited with Cupid.
The Tempest is Shakespeare's play about Prospero, the exiled Duke of Milan, who uses magic to summon a storm that shipwrecks his enemies on the island where he and his daughter Miranda live. Prospero plots to take his revenge through illusions and tricks created by his spirit servant Ariel. The tempest brings together the royal families of Naples and Milan, and Miranda falls in love with Ferdinand, the son of the King of Naples. In the end, Prospero forgives his enemies and agrees to return to Milan while giving up his magic.
This document discusses long-term side effects of the oral hypoglycemic drug sulfonylureas, which are used to treat type 2 diabetes. Sulfonylureas work by stimulating insulin release from the pancreas. However, they can sometimes cause hypoglycemia by producing too much insulin. Symptoms of hypoglycemia include headaches, confusion, and seizures. Studies have also linked long-term sulfonylurea use to increased risk of heart disease in women with diabetes. While lifestyle changes and natural remedies are gaining popularity for managing diabetes, they may also interact with drugs and cause hypoglycemia. More research is still needed on natural alternatives for treating drug-induced side effects.
Presumptive tests are used at crime scenes to determine if a sample could be evidence such as blood, semen, or drugs. They are quick, cheap, and easy but not confirmatory. Confirmatory tests are used in a lab to confirm that a sample is a specific type of evidence and are more expensive and time-consuming. Investigators may use lights or chemical reagents like luminol or phenolphthalein to detect blood evidence not visible to the naked eye at a crime scene.
The document provides a chronological overview of major events in Jewish history from the time of Abraham around 1812 BCE through 1967 CE. Some of the key events and time periods mentioned include the Exodus from Egypt around 1312 BCE, the giving of the Torah at Mt. Sinai, the conquest of the promised land of Canaan, the division of Israel into two kingdoms in 796 BCE, the destruction of the first and second temples in Jerusalem by the Babylonians and Romans, the exile of Jews from Israel, Jewish rebellions against Roman rule and subsequent suppression, the spread and dominance of Christianity in the Roman Empire, Islamic conquests in the Middle East and Jerusalem in the 7th century CE, the Crusades from
This document discusses Orthorexia Nervosa, an eating disorder characterized by an excessive focus on eating healthy, nutritious foods. It provides an overview of what orthorexia is, debates around its classification, evidence and prevalence in different populations. Diagnostic tools and potential treatment options are also summarized, including cognitive behavioral therapy and selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors.
The presentation contains preventive therapy, the DOTS program, and the national program of Nepal. This material is intended for educational purposes only.
The Tempest is Shakespeare's play about Prospero, the exiled Duke of Milan, who uses magic to summon a storm that shipwrecks his enemies on the island where he and his daughter Miranda live. Prospero plots to take his revenge through illusions and tricks created by his spirit servant Ariel. The tempest brings together the royal families of Naples and Milan, and Miranda falls in love with Ferdinand, the son of the King of Naples. In the end, Prospero forgives his enemies and agrees to return to Milan while giving up his magic.
This document discusses long-term side effects of the oral hypoglycemic drug sulfonylureas, which are used to treat type 2 diabetes. Sulfonylureas work by stimulating insulin release from the pancreas. However, they can sometimes cause hypoglycemia by producing too much insulin. Symptoms of hypoglycemia include headaches, confusion, and seizures. Studies have also linked long-term sulfonylurea use to increased risk of heart disease in women with diabetes. While lifestyle changes and natural remedies are gaining popularity for managing diabetes, they may also interact with drugs and cause hypoglycemia. More research is still needed on natural alternatives for treating drug-induced side effects.
Presumptive tests are used at crime scenes to determine if a sample could be evidence such as blood, semen, or drugs. They are quick, cheap, and easy but not confirmatory. Confirmatory tests are used in a lab to confirm that a sample is a specific type of evidence and are more expensive and time-consuming. Investigators may use lights or chemical reagents like luminol or phenolphthalein to detect blood evidence not visible to the naked eye at a crime scene.
The document provides a chronological overview of major events in Jewish history from the time of Abraham around 1812 BCE through 1967 CE. Some of the key events and time periods mentioned include the Exodus from Egypt around 1312 BCE, the giving of the Torah at Mt. Sinai, the conquest of the promised land of Canaan, the division of Israel into two kingdoms in 796 BCE, the destruction of the first and second temples in Jerusalem by the Babylonians and Romans, the exile of Jews from Israel, Jewish rebellions against Roman rule and subsequent suppression, the spread and dominance of Christianity in the Roman Empire, Islamic conquests in the Middle East and Jerusalem in the 7th century CE, the Crusades from
This document discusses Orthorexia Nervosa, an eating disorder characterized by an excessive focus on eating healthy, nutritious foods. It provides an overview of what orthorexia is, debates around its classification, evidence and prevalence in different populations. Diagnostic tools and potential treatment options are also summarized, including cognitive behavioral therapy and selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors.
The presentation contains preventive therapy, the DOTS program, and the national program of Nepal. This material is intended for educational purposes only.
How to be and stay healthy: Live Wire Not a Couch PotatoBiljanaPipovic
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Live Wire, Not a Couch Potato was an engaging international eTwinning project aimed at promoting physical activity among youth by blending creativity, tradition, and competition. Founded by teachers from Serbia and Portugal, with partners from Turkey and Greece, the project encouraged students to explore the importance of staying active through fun and meaningful challenges. Working within their local contexts, students from all four countries participated in physical activities at school and in their communities. They documented their experiences through photos, videos, and written reflections, which they shared on TwinSpace. The project helped transform exercise from a routine task into an enjoyable, culturally rich experience, while fostering teamwork, creativity, and international exchange.
Co-Chairs, Prof. Dr. Patrick Sch旦ffski, MPH, and Breelyn A. Wilky, MD, discuss desmoid tumors in this CME activity titled Patient-Centric Frameworks in Desmoid Tumors: Integrating Emerging Science on Gamma Secretase Inhibitors for Progressive Disease. For the full presentation, downloadable Practice Aids, and complete CME information, and to apply for credit, please visit us at https://bit.ly/4iDPUQY. CME credit will be available until June 29, 2026.
Nanoparticles and liposomes are advanced carriers used for targeted drug delivery.
Nanoparticles enhance drug effectiveness by directing treatment to specific sites.
Liposomes are biocompatible vesicles that enable controlled and sustained drug release.