#that was an interesting PRE DIAGNOSIS stage

[judge-tenderly]

sometimes autism is just fuck it! cake for breakfast and i think that’s beautiful

[decolonize-the-everything]

"Okay, here's my guess. As humans evolved, the first big problem we had to overcome was me vs. us; learning to sacrifice a little individual freedom for the benefit of a group. You know, like sharing food and resources so we don't starve or get eaten by tigers, things like that.

The next problem to overcome was us vs. them, trying to see other groups different from ours as equals. That one, we're still struggling with. It's why we have racism and nationalism and... why fans of Stone Cold Steve Austin hate fans of the Rock.

What's interesting about you is, I don't think you ever got past the me vs. us stage. I mean, have you ever been part of a group that you really cared about? The Brainy Bunch is basically the first group that became a part of your self identity and now that it's breaking up you're feeling this new kind of loss, and you're scared of going back to being alone. I mean, that's my guess. The other possible medical diagnosis is that you're just a bit of a dick."

More The Good Place posting because I think the show is underrated and none of the actually good parts have clips or gif sets cuz they aren't funny. For context this was Simone (a Black woman) speaking to Eleanor (the white woman main character).

This is a very good quote to remember, as we dismantle whiteness and you find yourself getting defensive about it. Although, this also applies to other communities and interests you've used to define yourself (like when you see criticism of The Thing you identify with as criticism of you.)

Remember this quote, for example, when you feel so strongly about a show that you want to donate money to keep it from being cancelled. Or when you find yourself unable to make a sacrifice to the 'me' like say your morning Starbucks for the 'us' that wants to limit human suffering.

Maybe you actually are afraid of the gang (white ppl) breaking up and all that implies. Maybe you are scared of being alone if there is no (white) community."

And building on previous convos we've had here; since being alone outside whiteness is something y'all have talked about extensively on my blog..

Defining yourself outside whiteness might literally feel like an attack on your self but it's not. You are you and you are a person whether you're white, mixed, or not at all ¯\_(ツ)_/¯ Whether you want it to continue being the defining aspect of your personhood will show through your actions.

But it is time to move on.

Because whiteness tries to force it's beliefs onto you when you identify with whiteness -ignorance, individuality, superiority- and it shows through that "do it yourself/not my problem" attitude if not through blatant racism. It's up to y'all to reject that pre-set definition and define yourselves, now.

What are your values? Your principles? Your likes and hobbies and dislikes? Like in a world without racism or sexism or transphobia or taika waititi or Stan lee... Who are are you when stripped of bigotry and socially constructed identities, ykwim? Y'all gotta figure that out.

And you won't be alone in that endeavor and I really can't stress enough how much easier it would be to our shared goal of destroying racism and white supremacy if it wasn't an abandonment trigger that put white ppl into a literal identity crisis to imagine a world without those things.

Like at it's core that's what those feelings are and idk about y'all but it feels like a huge disservice to literally every person on earth to keep compromising on human rights because white supremacists made y'all scared to be outside whiteness where the rest of us are when you don't even like how it feels to be white anyway.

Have some solidarity. Give a little of 'me' for the 'us' so we All can have better.

[thatgirlwithasquid]

I was incredibly inspired by @eyedrinktwomp ’s ‘Oculus Argos’ article post because it was such a neat concept so I spent probably too many hours some time creating a leaflet for it!

this took me so long but it was so much fun. i really do think this is an awesome headcanon that would be so interesting to explore the consequences of!!

but here are the pages:

links to the pdfs are here and here if you want a better look, text written out below the cut

OCULUS ARGOS

Stay aware

Stay safe

Stay eye-free

information distributed by the V.C.C.A. on behalf of V.O.I.D.

SCIENTIFIC BREAKTHROUGH

Originally discovered in VOID 73, Oculus Argos has since been identified in over 680 voids post its identification by now renowned scientist, Dr Clipboard.

Although initially theorised to be a variation on the common but harmless spotted mushroom pox, vaccinations for the mushroom pox proved woefully ineffective during the infamous eye-pox epidemic of VOID 312. VOID 312 remains locked down to preserve the health and safety of wider VOID populations. Despite this, it is widely accepted to be the primary source of seasonal Oculus spores.

While theories over the origins of Oculus Argos are still widely disputed, one common theory amongst the medical science community is that the disease originated from notoriously dangerous and off-limits VOID 1. This would not be the first instance of a disease breaking free from the VOID's containment to plague masses of VOID citizens.

Whether this theory holds water or not, more research is desperately needed to provide more accurate early-stage diagnosis, a more effective treatment, and a working vaccine to prevent another epidemic of this debilitating disease.

READ MORE on this topic in Dr Clipboard's autobiography: "The Spores Stared at Me, and I Stared Back"

KNOW THE SIGNS

If you have come into contact with an entity exhibiting eyes all over their body, there is a chance you might have contracted Oculus Argos, so it is important to be aware of the signs. (1)

Oculus Argos presents in three identifiable stages (see figure 1 for reference). Being able to identify these as early as possible is vital for reversal of they symptoms.

STAGE 1: eyes only on hands and arms. There will be minor itching and pain when touched.

STAGE 2: Oculus Argos spreads to the legs and some parts of the torso. Itching recedes, offering moderate relief, only to be replaced by headaches, fever and moderate to severe pain.

STAGE 3: eyes encompass the entire body. All previous symptoms either clear or worsen. Mortality rate us high in this stage, with brief relief often being followed by sharp return of all symptoms before total failure.

It should be noted that in 3.1% of Oculus Argos cases, patients exhibit rashes on their forearms pre-stage 1. These have since been identified as irritation in the microscopic openings that will develop into eyes.

RECEIVING HELP

Have you or a loved one started exhibiting symptoms of Oculus Argos? Well, good news; when caught in the early stages of progression, Oculus Argos can be reversed.

Just pop down to your local VOID PHARMACY or call a VOID call centre to be put in touch with a V.C.C.A. approved physician! From there they will help put together a treatment plan to reverse the effects. (2)

After stage 2 has begun (see figure 1) reversing is impossible. But don't fret, there are still options for you:

THE PIT

In collaboration with the V.C.C.A, VOID PHARMACUTICALS has created a one of a kind care facility specifically designed for Oculus Argos patients. Receive all the care you need at the bottom of VOID 324's infamous pit!

State of the art with all the technology needed to aid in your recovery or passing from Oculus Argos, tended to by top of the line robotic staff. Featuring all the comfort and care you have come to expect of VOID PHARMACUTICALS, all while being perfectly quarantined to keep other void citizens safe from your infection.

Open to patients from satge 2-3. (3)

a sponsored message:

"If you already have a later stage of Oculus Argos, make sure to apply eye cream, purchased from most convenience stores, before you come in contact with anyone else. We do not want this to continue to spread for the safety of the public." - V.O.I.D

We hope to see you in the pit soon!

STAYING SAFE

So, when do you need to be cautious?

Well, Oculus Argos spreads through spores that only evolved to survive in colder conditions. In the summer or if your VOID is always warm, then good news! You won't have to worry even if you do come across an entity showing the eyes that characterise this disease.

But in the winter, or in perpetually cold VOIDs you should never approach sufferers of Oculus Argos unless absolutely necessary. If the patient is someone you know, strongly encourage them to apply their protective cream to limit spore production, and always be sure to never breathe the air around them.

Spore production is at its height in each patient from the duration of stage 2 through to the stabilisation (or death) of stage 3. Never approach entities of this stage as they are at their most contagious.

Try to encourage the entity to check themselves into The Pit (see page 3 for details). If the entity is being particularly stubborn and refusing to take the reasonable course of action to sign themselves up for a quarantine, be sure to call in to a VOID call centre and place a report. One of our Oculus Argos specialised enforcers will come and set the situation to rights. (4)

Mortality rates in Oculus Argos skyrocket to 56% after stage 2, so our priority here at the VOID Citizens Care Administration will always be to preserve the wellbeing of our healthy citizens first!

WORDS FROM OTHERS

Clarence B. Monster

"I JUST THINK THEY SHOULD ALL BE SHUT AWAY, THE LOT OF THEM. MY WIFE BROUGHT IT HOME FROM A COWORKER AND IF I'D HAD THE CHOICE TO THROW HER IN THE PIT BACK THEN, I WOULD'VE!"

Anonymous

"I think that the whole thing is horribly unethical. My whole family was forced into that so-called hospital and locked away. I didn't even get to say goodbye when they died, they didn't let any guests see them. And when I contracted Oculus Argos, I found out first hand how cold and uncaring the staff are, and how unsatisfactory the food is. It's not nearly enough to fuel a sustainable recovery. No wonder mortality is so high!"

Wow, what shining reviews! If there was anything to prove our faith in V.O.I.D, this is certainly it.

(1) approximately 13.21% or those who come in contact with an entity with Oculus Argos develop the condition

(2) whole or partial reversal of symptoms is not guaranteed

(3) if stage 1 reversal treatment fails, these patients will also be admitted to The Pit

(4) non-compliants may not be approved for release if difficult behaviour persists

[shifahospitaltvl]

Kidney Specialist in Tirunelveli: Promoting Shifa Hospital with Dr. Ramasubramanian, MD, DM

Best Nephrology in Tirunelveli-Shifa Hospital

     Shifa Hospital is a premier destination for patients seeking specialized kidney care in Tirunelveli. Equipped with a full-fledged service eminently supported by advanced medical technology, Shifa Hospital aims to provide the best form of treatment to kidney patients.

Dr. Ramasubramanian: Leading Nephrologist

     Dr. Ramasubramanian, MD, DM, is the department head of Nephrology at Shifa Hospital. His elaborate training and long years of experience make him among the foremost kidney specialists in Tirunelveli. His areas of interest include management for acute kidney injuries, chronic kidney diseases, and delivery of care on an individual basis to his patients.

State-of-the-Art Nephrology Services

     Shifa Hospital is fully equipped with comprehensive nephrology services that can deal with any type of disorder related to the kidneys with much efficiency:

Advanced Dialysis: The hospital has fully equipped state-of-the-art hemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis units so that patients on dialysis are given the best care.

Kidney Transplants: From pre-transplant workup to post-transplant care, be it any stage of this long journey, care is given to ensure successful outcomes.

Hypertension Management: Hypertension is a potent cause and consequence of kidney disease; therefore, specialized programs for the management and control of high blood pressure are operative.

Chronic Kidney Disease Management: Individual care plans target the retardation of progression of the disease and the maximization of the quality of life of the patients.

Personalized Patient Care

     According to Dr. Ramasubramanian, treatment should be patient-centered, and he designs the treatment by considering various factors of each patient's individual needs. His focus on early diagnosis, preventive measures, and the most up-to-date and innovative forms of treatment gives patients every chance of successful recovery.

State-of-the-Art Facilities

     Shifa Hospital is fully supplied with facilities that are up-to-date and modern and fully equipped with the latest medical technology in order to ensure comfort and a helpful environment for the patients. Its commitment to continuing to uphold excellent standards of care guarantees its patients the most effective treatments.

Why choose Shifa Hospital?

     Shifa Hospital is synonymous with excellence in kidney care. Patients, under the expert guidance of Dr. Ramasubramanian, MD, DM, benefit from holistic treatment strategies situated at the crossroad of advanced medical technology and compassionate care. Thus, Shifa Hospital begets the choice for availing nephrology services in Tirunelveli.

Conclusion

     Shifa Hospital is proud to offer the expertise of Dr. Ramasubramanian, MD, DM, at the helm of running comprehensive services in the department of nephrology for people who require specialized kidney care in the city of Tirunelveli. Be it dialysis, management of hypertension, or advanced treatment for chronic kidney diseases, Shifa Hospital commits itself to the highest standard of care. Shifa Hospital gives you the best service on kidney health.

[onlybyfaith3]

Week Two

Another busy week as we both get to grips with our new roles. We attended an Induction Day at our Diocesan Offices with the IME2 Team, where an overview of the Diocese was presented - and I learnt some new things too! Also an opportunity to catch up with fellow curates and training incumbents. Face to face meetings are not as common as they were pre-Covid, so it's good to have the opportunity to chat to colleagues old and new.

A visit to our local Funeral Directors was undertaken (pun intended) - the relationship of clergy to our FDs is vitally important as they tend to be the gate-keepers who bereaved families see first these days.

I always try to be accommodating, understanding that balancing the needs of the family, the business and the church can be tricky: my role - the role of all clergy - is I believe to make everything as easy as possible for all involved.

We are still taking a relatively large number of funerals here: around 30 a year, which may not sound like many but it puts us well above the national average of 4 and I believe in the top 10% of all C of E churches.

My curate will start off by observing before taking a more active part in this important ministry, and then will lead with me present until they are comfortable going solo. There is not set pace for this, since everyone is different and so is every funeral.

We also shared in a first for both of us - a combined renewal of wedding vows and celebration of life for a couple: sadly one spouse has a terminal diagnosis that prevented them from going abroad to celebrate and reaffirm their wedding vows. A bitter-sweet time where love and compassion were finely balanced with a sense of sadness and grief at what was to come.

Sunday was our first 'normal' Sunday with two morning services to lead. But even that was not 'normal' as one service included a baptism, which sadly are not as frequent as they used to be. It was a joyful time though as we welcomed family and friends and shared in their excitement. This was a modest gathering of only around 50 - all of whom were respectful of the rest of the service.

Our services are all Eucharistic in a morning, which means we always celebrate Holy Communion along with our Bible readings, sermon, hymns and prayers. I am gradually introducing my curate to the their role in our tradition of worship - which means I am having to think about what is permissible and sensible at this early stage, balanced against their natural enthusiasm and desire to 'get stuck in'.

It has been an exhausting week, not least in as much that some things I still need to do are squeezed by the time I need to commit to developing my curate - time given gladly, but I think we are both adjusting as the rhythm of the week begins to take shape.

Thank goodness that the General Synod, the church's parliament, has voted to increase our rest day from 24 hours a week to 36 hours. Though how to ensure that happens will be interesting...

This morning had been set aside to write my sermon and other preparations for Sunday services (due to engagements on Saturday) but alas pastoral circumstances and admin got in the way. Such is ministry: 'always expect the unexpected' is a good motto.

[shopnirvasa]

What are the warning signs of prediabetes? — Let’s find out

What are the warning signs of prediabetes? - Let’s find out 

1. What is prediabetes

2. Risks associated with prediabetes

3. Reversal of prediabetes

4. Warning signs of prediabetes

5. FAQs

6. Sources

One in almost three people is facing prediabetes. So, an interesting fact to be noted is that you can be prediabetic without even knowing that you are one. The warning signs that we will be talking about in this blog will provide you with insight into the signs that might lead you toward diabetes.

WHAT IS PREDIABETES?

Prediabetes is a term by which one can be considered to be on the verge of diabetes. In this situation, the blood sugar levels of a person won’t exactly be on a shoot-up level to come into the diagnosis. Diagnosing prediabetes is not easy, though if you are experiencing some kind of the discussed symptoms in your body, then you should go on to consider the prediabetes control treatment online.  

Blood sugar is known to be the glucose level in our bloodstream. The level of glucose is the major component that requires to be controlled and maintained throughout your life. Glucose is the main source of prevailing energy in our bodies. It is formed by the food that a person eats. This energy is transmitted into the body's beta cells and is simplified by the hormone that the pancreas secrete i.e., insulin.  

Even if you are facing any kind of prediabetic issues and need consultancy, education, guidance and proper treatment, NIRVASA presents to you the prediabetic control treatment online. 

RISKS ASSOCIATED WITH PREDIABETES

Various risks have been associated with the prediabetic condition. As far as you are pre-diabetic, you need to take very good care of your health by adopting a healthy lifestyle in order to not come into the category of being diabetic. 

Here are the following risks that are associated with being prediabetic:

Obesity and being overweight 

Poor, unhealthy, and non-nutritious diet

Inactive and lazy lifestyle

High BP

High cholesterol levels

Habits of smoking and alcohol consumption

PCOS or PCOD

Genetic factors, prevailing in the family’s history

Cardiovascular disease

Stress and anxiety 

These risks can be made null if we treat prediabetes, which is the earliest stage of diabetes. You must check out the prediabetes control treatment online provided to you by NIRVASA. I bet you won’t regret it.

REVERSAL OF PREDIABETES

I think no one will be happy to know that the person might hop on to get type 2 diabetes, in case one does not take care when you are prediabetic. Let’s make sure we know the ways to say a final goodbye to prediabetes.

Eat what is healthy 

Focus on lots and lots of water

Multivitamins should be included

Body weight must be reduced by 5 to 7 percentage

Quit and give up on smoking 

Take the proper medication that the specialised doctors from NIRVASA will provide you with through the prediabetes control treatment online.

WARNING SIGNS OF PREDIABETES

If prediabetes does not get treated it will automatically turn into type 2 diabetes. So signs should be considered as a warning before it gets way too late.

Remember, if some of the below-listed warnings aren’t indicating anything for you, that might not mean you are not prone to having prediabetes. 

Consult a proper and specialised doctor, who can guide you and perform a correct diagnosis if you might be prediabetic. 

Do not know of any specialised and personalised doctor and want help being treated? Don’t worry! We have taken it all on us at NIRVASA. We provide you with the best prediabetes control treatment online. 

Increase in hunger

Appetite increase is also called hyperphagia/polyphagia

Warning sign for severe blood glucose/ sugar levels.

The main sign of type 2 diabetes.

Either energy is not being transferred to the beta cells or the body is becoming resistant, which is causing the arousal of hunger.

Dry mouth

Most common symptom

Commonly noticeable

A very bad breath

Chapped and cracking lips 

Mouth ulcers 

Constant pain in the throat or mouth

Do not know of any specialised and personalised doctor and want help being treated? Don’t worry! We have taken it all on us at NIRVASA. We provide you with the best prediabetes control treatment online. 

Constant mood swings 

Frequent urination 

Going to urine frequently also called polyuria, is the main symptom of high diabetes.

In the case of polyuria, excess glucose in the bloodstream draws more water from blood vessels and puts a hard force on the kidneys to work even more and more. 

As it is seen that not all the blood glucose can be sucked and used, it ends up getting released out n the urine. 

The extreme levels of glucose inside the blood are generally known as glucosuria. 

Do not know of any specialised and personalised doctor and want help being treated? Don’t worry! We have taken it all on us at NIRVASA. We provide you with the best prediabetes control treatment online. 

Wight loss that would not be expected

One of the primary warnings of prediabetes 

As insulin stops converting the sugar levels to energy, the body starts to drive energy from the muscles and the fat starts to burn. 

Due to these unnecessary burns, weight loss, which is normal does not remain normal anymore.

Sleepiness and fatigue  

Fatigue can also be a major cause, which is basically ignored.

As the blood sugar levels fluctuate, the energy levels also fluctuate. Due to the decreased amount of energy, fatigue reaches its top.

 Tiredness becomes constant due to hyperglycemia. 

Do not know of any specialised and personalised doctor and want help being treated? Don’t worry! We have taken it all on us at NIRVASA. We provide you with the best prediabetes control treatment online. 

Tingling and numb feeling in the fingers and toes

Sometimes, fluctuating blood sugar levels may cause a tingling sensation and numb feeling in our toes and fingers.

This may not be a good sign as it may indicate that you might be suffering from prediabetes.

So, from now on, keep a note of the times when some sensation happens in your legs or arms, and consider consulting a doctor. 

Blurring of vision

Vision blurring is about not being able to see sharply. 

We might miss some fine details upon seeing something.

High blood glucose and sugar levels may lead to cause foggy appearance and swelling. 

If not taken into consideration, the eyesight may get affected further, leading to complete darkness or should I bluntly say, blindness. 

Do not know of any specialised and personalised doctor and want help being treated? Don’t worry! We have taken it all on us at NIRVASA. We provide you with the best prediabetes control treatment online. 

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Q1. Do prediabetes symptoms go away?

A1. Yes, prediabetes symptoms can go away if you take proper care of your health. It can be reversed if pre-detected and taken all the precautions required. 

Q2. Can prediabetes be stopped?

A2. yes, prediabetes can be stopped and reversed. One needs to browse our website NIRVASA and take a proper tour of the prediabetes control treatment online for proper education, guidance, and treatment. 

Q3. Is prediabetes serious?

A3. At an initial stage, prediabetes is not serious and can be reversed. If not taken care of properly, it may end up being type 2 diabetes which then won’t be reversible or cured. 

SOURCES

[madi2112]

Madi's Meanderings vol. #31

Rosie's and the "Last Summer at Bluefish Cove"

Roadtrip day!

Usually, this means pack up the stuff and head out to parts unknown with my trusty sidekick Mitze.

That was the case this morning but with a twist.

I had actual other people going with me!

Two of the women I've met through the Wednesday Meetup group on Facebook joined the roadtrip this time and it was so nice to have some company.

Plus we had someone who knew the area and made a great suggestion for brunch.

So off we went on a 3.5 hour drive to Wilton Manors Florida for a lesbian themed stage production and a pre-show brunch.

It was nice to have conversation going during the drive making the distance seem less then it actually was.

I did miss listening to an audio book at first (true be told).

The brunch spot called "Rosie's" was a good suggestion. It was close to the theater (a 5 minute drive) the food was good and the atmosphere was....interesting.

The place was definitely LGBTQIA+ friendly. More accurately it catered to the community specifically with rainbows 🌈 everywhere.

Which was nice to see.

The vibe was definitely fun, energetic and the food was good. The servers wore themed t-shirts with sassy sayings on the back. Such as "Not today Karen...not today" or "Things here are hot and spicy...even the food" and lots of sarcasm about the Florida's don't say gay legislation.

The only drawbacks (in my opnion) was the club like music playing throught the restaurant and as I was walked around the place there were but a few women and no other decernible transpeople (other then me).

Which suddenly made me feel slightly out of place.

It also reminded me of a similar situation I had last year in Key West.

The main event of the day was the stage production of the "Last Summer at Bluefish Cove "

The play was written back in the mid seventies by Jane Chamberlain and is the story of a group of lesbian women dealing with one of thier friends cancer diagnosis.

Friendship, love, loss and very real characters made the production an emotional one.

Those universal messages make the production timeless even in today's world.

Maybe even more so.

This production was very well acted, the direction spot on and the small theater space was used very well.

It was also the final performance so we got to partake in closing night ceremonies as well!

Snacks drinks and even a Cast Q & A session!

It made the long drive well worth it!

I wish this place was closer because they announced more lesbian-centric productions coming in the future.

All in all it was a great roadtrip

Until the ride home that is ....

[techchristie89]

How An AI Development Company Helps A Business?

In the realm of technology innovation, AI development companies have extended their expertise beyond conventional industries, such as healthcare, manufacturing, energy, and finance, to even revolutionize personal experiences. The emergence of AI dating apps stands as a testament to this evolution, blending advanced algorithms with human connection. As statistics predict a substantial contribution of AI to the global economy, these companies remain at the forefront, leveraging AI's potential to reshape industries and create unprecedented avenues for growth.

Real-Life Use Cases in Multiple Sectors

The best software development companies in USA are pioneering the transformation of various industries through their innovative AI solutions. An AI software development company elevates a number of industries or sectors to another level of success with an array of solutions. Here is a list of real-life use cases:

1. Healthcare Industries

No doubt, healthcare is a booming industry and Artificial Intelligence plays a very significant role in evolving every stage of modern healthcare solutions. AI is used to make sophisticated machines for detecting diseases and cancer cells. Moreover, AI-enabled solutions can accurately analyze medical data that ensure quick diagnosis, and promotes personalized treatment. Other perks include:

Artificial Intelligence supports decision-making as well as research

AI offers content-rich disciplines for the scientific medical communities

Automates tasks and helps to analyze big data sets

2. Robotics

Artificial Intelligence is extensively used in robotics fields. AI technology offers appropriate computer vision & motion control to robots for better understanding and acting accordingly. Moreover, AI-powered robots utilize real-time updates to identify obstacles & instantly pre-plan their journey. AI robots are mainly controlled by multiple AI programs and technologies like computer vision, Machine learning, RL learning, etc. AI-powered robots can be used for:

Delivering goods in factories, hospitals & warehouses

Cleaning large equipment and offices

Inventory management

3. Automotive Industries

Today’s car manufacturers are deeply adopting AI applications in every stage of the automotive value chain such as design & manufacturing, production, supply chain, post-production, and more. Moreover, Artificial Intelligence is also widely used in making self-driving vehicles. It also supports the vehicle’s camera, emergency braking, blind-spot monitoring, cloud services, GPS, control signals, etc. Common benefits of AI applications in automotive industries include:

Promotes autonomous driving

Advanced driver assistance systems

Supports predictive maintenance

Automotive testing

Helps in driver monitoring systems

4. E-Commerce Industries

AI offers the e-commerce sector a very competitive advantage. Shoppers can utilize Artificial Intelligence technology to identify related items in their preferred color, size & brand. Let’s take a look at some major applications of Artificial Intelligence in E-commerce.

Personalized Shopping: Artificial Intelligence is mainly used to build recommendation engines that allow users to engage with their potential customers more efficiently. These suggestions or recommendations are usually based on browsing history, interests, and preferences. It also helps in enhancing the interaction with customers & the brand loyalty of a user.

AI-Powered Assistants: Chatbots or virtual shopping assistants enhance user experience during online shopping. Natural Language Processing or NLP is mainly used for making a human-like audio sound. In addition, these voice assistants have the capability to improve real-time engagement with consumers.

Fraud Prevention: Nowadays, fake reviews and credit card fraud cases are both common challenges that e-commerce businesses are presently dealing with. Fortunately, Artificial Intelligence technologies help to minimize the risk of fraud detection. Moreover, many buyers prefer to purchase any product or avail of any service depending on customer reviews. AI technology helps to identify and detect fraudulent reviews.

5. Finance Sectors

Artificial intelligence is effectively shaping the finance industry. Whether it is corporate finance or personal finance, AI can significantly improve a vast range of financial solutions. Moreover, AI-based financial solutions streamline and optimize business procedures. They also help in financial risk management, financial advisory services, and quantitative trading. A few examples of finance AI include:

Artificial intelligence in personal Finance

Artificial intelligence in Corporate Finance

Artificial intelligence in Consumer Finance

Apart from that, artificial intelligence helps banks and financial organizations with fraud detection task automation and assessing loan risks.

How to Develop Artificial Intelligence Software?

The sequence and duration of a development process mainly depend on the basic software functionalities & AI technology. Below we are presenting a generalized process of artificial intelligence development for your convenience.

Step 1: A Feasibility Study

Developers outline all software requirements

They accurately estimate the ROI of AI implementation

Makes a PoC (proof of concept) for AI to verify the economic and technical feasibility of the software, calculate the work scopes, budget, timeline & risks

Step 2: Business Analysis to Obtain AI Requirements

Developers define detailed non-functional and functional AI requirements, like the required AI accuracy level, fairness, explainability, privacy & response time. In some cases, the already value is driven with 65% to 80% of accuracy.

Step 3: Solution Architecture Design

The duration of this step mainly depends on the complexity level of software functionality.

Artificial intelligence developers choose integration procedures and patterns. They design the solution architecture with AI module integration.

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Step 4: Business Processes Preparation

Developing AI-enabled business-critical software may need some organizational changes to boost the chances for its successful adoption as well as implementation. In this stage, experts help in business process preparation and promote frequent collaboration between tech stakeholders and businesses.

Step 5: Software and AI Module Development

In this stage, the developers start making the software’s front end and back end. They also work on important APIs for artificial intelligence module integration. After that, throughout the AI development, they run all QA procedures for validating the software quality. Moreover, AI module development is divided into two categories: data preparation and ML model training.

Data preparation: This method is essential for increasing AI deliverables quality. In the data preparation process, developers consolidate data from internal & external data sources. Now, they work on exploratory data analysis to find out useful patterns and identify errors, anomalies, etc. After that, they standardize and replace variables.

ML model training: Developers choose ML algorithms & develop machine learning models. They train the ML models with a dataset then they boost their performance through fine-tuning hyperparameters. The high-performing ML models can be integrated into a model to minimize the separate model error rates. The ultimate machine learning model is validated against a dataset in a pre-production ecosystem.

Step 6: AI Deployment

The configuration of artificial intelligence deployment depends on AI outputs the results. In this stage, the developers mainly integrate the final model with the software and then thoroughly test it to make sure that it gives accurate results. During the deployment process, developers focus on the following points:

They continuously monitor and measure the model performance

Define the baseline for measuring future model iterations

Keep modifying the model to enhance model performance with data

Types of AI Development Tools

Developers use a number of AI tools and frameworks to facilitate a number of data processing in several industries. Some of the most popular and powerful AI development tools include:

1. PyTorch: PyTorch is one of the well-recognized artificial intelligence tools used for ample applications like natural language processing, computer vision, etc. This is open-source software originally built by Meta AI & now it’s a part of the Linux Foundation umbrella. It enables quick debugging with Python tools. Key features of PyTorch include:

Tensor computation

Dynamic graph computation

Automatic differentiation

Python support

2. H2O AI Platform: H2O is a business-oriented open-source AI tool that helps to make insightful decisions on businesses. This deep learning platform is written in Java & it uses interfaces like Scala, Python, Java, R, CoffeeScript & JSON. H2O AI is widely used for predictive modeling, insurance analytics, and risk analysis.

3. OpenNN: Open Neural Networks or OpenNN is an open-source library written in C++. This simulates the neural networks for deep learning research. Open Neural Networks use ML techniques to solve predictive analytics in multiple fields. It also allows developers to upgrade advanced analytics.

4. TensorFlow: TensorFlow is an end-to-end open-source and free software library for artificial intelligence and machine learning applications. It is used for several tasks but it mostly focuses on deep neural network inferences. TensorFlow is considered an excellent AI tool that makes numerical computation easier for more accurate future predictions.

5. Tellius: Tellius is a well-known business intelligence and analytics tool relying on AI to help businesses to build new strategies and increase growth rates. As an AI-driven platform, it allows users to get quicker insights from the data.

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2023 Scholarship Recipients

The Kidney Foundation of Ohio Educational Scholarship was designed to help a deserving kidney patient, or child of a patient, achieve their academic goals and complete a college education or technical school. We are excited to highlight the stories of the 2023-2024 recipients.

Amanda Vesely

Amanda was diagnosed with Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) at 15 years old. Amanda recounts that after her diagnosis she became very interested in the disease, and the organ in general. Going into her junior year of high school she knew she wanted to become a “trusted, well-rounded, and reliable nephrologist”. She wants to work on a transplant floor or in a dialysis center. Since she has already been on the patient side of that experience, she hopes to make a difference for her future patients.

Amanda is a junior at Kent State University where she’s earning her Bachelor’s Degree in Biology Pre-Med. She currently works as a Nurse’s Aide, and is described as hard-working, patient, and compassionate. Her boss says “she is always putting the residents’ needs before her own and is constantly doing something to better the residents, facility or staff, even if that means late night Dunkin’ runs for our midnight nurses! She is selfless and puts a heavy emphasis on her role as a State Tested Nurse Aid (STNA).”

Jacob Cordiak

Jacob was diagnosed with End Stage Renal Disease (ESRD) unexpectedly at 16 years old, and started dialysis the next day. After 18 months on dialysis, he received a living-donor kidney transplant from his best friend’s sister. Unfortunately, 4 months later he was back in the hospital for four weeks. His creatinine levels were fluctuating drastically day to day, and the doctors did not know why. Eventually, his levels stabilized and he was sent home.

A week later Jacob was back because he was experiencing low grade fevers which turned into high grade fevers. Once readmitted, they immediately knew something was wrong with Jacob’s heart and he was transferred to the Pediatric Cardiology ICU. After testing it was determined Jacob had Myocarditis. He spent the following month in the hospital.

Jacob is home now, and doing physical therapy. He will be attending University of Cincinnati to study Nursing. Jacob is described by his doctors, coaches, and teachers as a beacon of positivity, and as displaying maturity and composure beyond his years.

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The Huacas del Sol y de la Luna Project refers to a research and archaeological site located in the Trujillo region of Peru. This project focuses on the study, conservation, and enhancement of the Huacas del Sol and Huaca de la Luna, two important pre-Inca temples built by the Mochica civilization, also known as the Moche culture.

The Huacas del Sol and Huacas de la Luna are two adjacent pyramids that are part of a larger archaeological complex known as the Huaca de Moche. This archaeological zone is of great historical and cultural importance, since it provides valuable information about the ancient Moche civilization.

Characteristics of the Huacas:

Huaca del Sol: It is the largest of the two pyramids and one of the largest in South America. It is believed that it was a ceremonial and administrative center, and its construction was carried out in several stages. Over time, Moche rulers added layers of adobe to increase its size and splendor.

Huaca de la Luna: Located next to the Huaca del Sol, it is a smaller but well-preserved structure. It is considered an important religious and ceremonial center for the Moche. What makes it particularly interesting are the murals and carved reliefs that represent the gods and aspects of Moche life. These artistic representations are essential to understand the worldview and iconography of the Moche culture.

The Huacas del Sol y de la Luna Project has been a multidisciplinary effort involving archaeologists, conservationists, historians and other specialists.

image: Conservation work in the Huacas del Sol y de la Luna project, during an evaluation and diagnosis of polychromies with high-precision digital equipment.

by Alejandro A Mendoza

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O Projeto Huacas del Sol y de la Luna refere-se a um sítio arqueológico e de pesquisa localizado na região de Trujillo, no Peru. Este projeto se concentra no estudo, conservação e valorização das Huacas del Sol e Huaca de la Luna, dois importantes templos pré-incas construídos pela civilização Mochica, também conhecida como cultura Moche.

As Huacas del Sol e Huacas de la Luna são duas pirâmides adjacentes que fazem parte de um complexo arqueológico maior conhecido como Huaca de Moche. Esta zona arqueológica é de grande importância histórica e cultural, pois fornece informações valiosas sobre a antiga civilização Moche.

Características das Huacas:

Huaca del Sol: É a maior das duas pirâmides e uma das maiores da América do Sul. Acredita-se que foi um centro cerimonial e administrativo, e sua construção foi realizada em várias etapas. Com o tempo, os governantes Moche adicionaram camadas de adobe para aumentar seu tamanho e esplendor.

Huaca de la Luna: Localizado ao lado da Huaca del Sol, é uma estrutura menor, mas bem preservada. É considerado um importante centro religioso e cerimonial para os Moche. O que o torna particularmente interessante são os murais e relevos esculpidos que representam os deuses e aspectos da vida Moche. Essas representações artísticas são essenciais para entender a visão de mundo e a iconografia da cultura Moche.

O Projeto Huacas del Sol y de la Luna tem sido um esforço multidisciplinar envolvendo arqueólogos, conservacionistas, historiadores e outros especialistas.

imagem: Trabalhos de conservação no projeto Huacas del Sol y de la Luna, durante uma avaliação e diagnóstico de policromias com equipamentos digitais de alta precisão.

[fatedwithmbc]

1.4.3; A new way I learned to say “I love you” when I was in Scituate. There is some lore behind it involving a lighthouse. The whole thing resonated with me because of Dad’s love of light houses. I also had a chance to go to a local cafe that sold t-shirts, I picked the one that reminded me most of my Dad. A tattooed man, wearing a beanie (only he was a fisherman and not a welder) in the color green. I’ve been struggling the last few days with emotions related to missing my Dad. I’m still so angry with the world that I have to live each day without him, especially through my diagnosis; but also because he was my voice of reason when I needed advice about different things.

Mom-Mom really fills the advice void for me, but sometimes, I need a third party. Sometimes, we don’t see eye-to-eye on things. Sometimes, I don’t love her advice, even if it’s the “right” advice. And that’s not a HER problem, that’s a ME problem. I usually recognize when it’s me because it comes with feelings of shame and guilt. I love her, and I know her advice is always in my best interest and what she thinks is right for me and my life. As much as we could be shaken by our differences in opinion, we quickly come to resolution. That is something I am most thankful for. I am able to be honest in my opinions without worry that it will do damage to our relationship. I think we have so much mutual respect for each other that it allows us to have difficult conversations. I truly am grateful for how we communicate and how we respect each other.

I lost a relative last week. He succumbed to a glioblastoma. I was able to attend one of the viewings with my brother. I was grateful for the time I was able to spend with him one-on-one despite the circumstances of the situation. This relative was from my mother’s side of the family, with whom I’ve been estranged. I feel like my diagnosis is really putting heavy pressure on my heart to reconcile, be with and show all of my relatives in some way that I love and care about them.

That said, I was able to make it to Scituate for the family reunion (relatives from my Dad’s side of the family). I was thankful to spend time with that side. It’s not often we see them due to distance. My diagnosis and recent back problems makes it increasingly more difficult to drive the distances. I’m glad there is no reconciling needed with the “Jones” side of the family. They are all dear to me. My great-aunts have been so supportive and thoughtful- they often send me cards or call/text me to ensure I’m doing well. They also like to stay up-to-date on my treatment and progress. I am thankful beyond words. My cousins (Great? Once removed? Twice removed? I don’t know the formal, appropriate term) are all amazing and supportive as well. Especially my cousin Michael and his wife, Heather.

It was nice to travel for a few days. It was also nice to get back home. The short travel did take “it” out of me. I was very exhausted last night and struggled a bit today. I’m still not used to the limitations of my body and recognizing them so I don’t “over do” it. I miss my pre-diagnosis energy and capabilities. I try to treat myself as normal as possible. I even forget sometimes that I have a serious illness, as I think others do as well. I look healthy, but I’m not inside. It was wonderful to hear from my relatives (both sides) that I looked very well. However, it makes me think, do I need to look sick to be sick, and obviously that answer is no. I am sick, I do look well. It’s almost like I need to wear some sort of identifier that says: “I am sick” so that people believe me. I say this because I had an incident boarding a plane - I was in group D, but boarded with the guests with disabilities. The flight attendant basically had a retort for everything I said about why I was boarding in the earlier group until I stated “I have Stage IV Breast Cancer”. Her face said it all. I felt bad, she felt bad- it was awkward for both of us. This is just another part of the process that I need to get used to. I still don’t like saying it out loud. I especially do NOT like saying it to a stranger unless there is a distinct reason why I’d need to divulge that information.

I feel as on edge right now as I did then. I’m out of my anxiety medication and there were problems at the pharmacy with their electronic prescription system. I’m hoping this will all be resolved tomorrow. I feel like the lack of anti-anxiety medication is making the anxiety sky rocket. I feel like that’s why I decided to write this evening. I have a jittery feeling and needed to let the energy out, but wasn’t even sure where I was going to start or where I would end up in terms of topic and subject. I guess I’ve been able to figure that out. I’ve even used my lavender spray… I think I will need to actually use my diffuser this evening though for constant release of the scent. I truly believe in its calming properties.

Some random thoughts that don’t fit into a paragraph in a logical manner:

- I completed all paperwork and got my photo taken to submit for passport renewal. I just need to mail it tomorrow.

- I’m still very in love with and believe in the benefits of my weighted blanket. Although, mine is definitely too heavy for my weight now. I lost weight after I bought it due to my diagnosis.

- It’s great to have Bailey around. The pooch is great for feeling loved and she definitely cares when you get home and shows her excitement. Even after running an errand, she’ll respond as if I’ve been gone for weeks with her level of excitement upon my return.

- I received a book of poetry that I ordered by Pierre Alex Jeanty, called “Heal. Grow. Love. Words to Help You Become”. I am enjoying it very much. The poetry directs itself toward insecurities, like doubts, and how you can handle or reframe them to overcome them.

- I’ve had some intermittent contact with a man that I went on a date with. I’m hoping to see him before I travel to Colorado.

- I’ll see Brittany this week for dinner; the excitement is real. We’ll meet up for dinner this time. I truly can’t wait to see her.

- I’m hoping that the DSLR Camera I want goes on sale for Prime Day. I also placed Botanical Lego sets to my cart to see if they go on sale as well, because Mom-Mom can get them cheaper that way (I asked for them as birthday gifts).

- Moulin Rouge opens this week, and I can’t wait to see it. I have my ticket for Thursday evening. I will drive into town this time as I don’t want to risk missing my train. It was too close for comfort last time I went into town for a show and basically had to run to the train station and made it with only about 3 minutes to spare. The parking fee I’m sure will be a bit high, but I won’t have to run or be on high alert about the time during the show, which will allow me to focus on enjoying it and the music.

I believe I’m at the end of my entry for this evening; however, if I awake- there may be more to come. Thank you for being here and reading my thoughts, concerns and emotions.

El Fin.

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Types Of Heart Failure, Different Stages Of Heart Failure, Diagnosis, And Treatment

Types Of Heart Failure, Different Stages Of Heart Failure, Diagnosis, And Treatment

Cardiovascular disease (CVD) prevalence in India is among the highest elsewhere globally. Currently, in India, cardiovascular diseases are the cause of one out of every four deaths. It is anticipated that more than 54.5 million people in India will have cardiovascular diseases by the end of 2016. 

Heart failure is the most dangerous and prevalent cardiovascular disease, with the highest mortality rate. Everything about it has been covered in depth on this page. Congestive heart failure that you would be interested in learning about, including its symptoms, phases, diagnostic process, and treatment approach. 

Reason Behind Heart Failure

The condition known as heart failure happens when the heart muscles cannot pump blood properly. Congestive heart failure, more commonly referred to simply as heart failure, is a progressive ailment that affects patients throughout their lifetime. 

Suppose the usual process of pumping blood is disrupted. In such a scenario, this could end up causing harm to your organs, leading to fluid collecting in your lungs, which can cause your lungs to choke on their secretions. 

Types Of Heart Failure

Systolic and diastolic heart failure are the two primary forms of heart failure that are typically distinguished from one another. 

1. Systolic Heart Failure

Failure of the Systolic Contraction of the Heart It's possible that the walls of your left ventricle, or chamber, of your heart have thickened if you have systolic heart failure. Become weaker or lose their capacity to contract. 

A history of heart attacks, coronary artery disease, high blood pressure, irregular heartbeats, excessive alcohol consumption, and other lifestyle choices and medical conditions can all put a person at risk for systolic heart failure.

2. Diastolic Heart Failure

Your left heart ventricle walls may have thickened if you have diastolic heart failure. Thickened, making it difficult for the muscles of your heart to relax and, as a result, decreasing your heart's capacity to pump blood normally. 

Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), coronary artery disease, diabetes, and other disorders that produce high blood pressure (hypertension) are some of the conditions that can lead to diastolic heart failure.

Stages Of Heart Failure

The medical illness known as heart failure can be further broken down into four stages, which are as follows: 

1. Stage A

This stage, also known as the condition of pre-heart failure, is the first stage of congestive heart failure. 

This suggests that there is a significant possibility of it happening. of you acquiring a condition related to heart failure due to a history of heart disease in your family or any of the following related health conditions: 

1. Hypertension

2. Diabetes 

3. Coronary heart disease

4. Metabolic syndrome

5. A history of alcohol misuse

6. A history of rheumatic fever 

7. A history of cardiomyopathy in the family 

8. A history of taking drugs that can damage your heart, such as drugs used to treat cancer 

9. A history of family members who have had cardiomyopathy.

If you develop a disease known as systolic heart failure, which means that the left chamber of your heart does not pump blood as efficiently as it should, you are said to have stage B heart failure.

2. Stage B

Stage B heart failure can be fatal. People who have stage B heart failure have never shown any signs of the condition, and one of the most typical justifications for acquiring this stage is a history of any of the following health conditions:

1. An attempt on the heart

2. Valve Disease

3. Cardiomyopathy 

3. Stage C

In addition to exhibiting the symptoms, a person is considered to be in stage C of heart failure if they receive a diagnosis that confirms they have systolic heart failure. Some symptoms include difficulty breathing, weariness, and a diminished capacity for physical activity.

The diagnosis and treatment of persons who are suffering from heart failure  

Your physician might suggest a few different diagnostic tests for stage D heart failure, display extensive symptoms that do not go away with treatment and are diagnosed with systolic heart failure.

4. Stage D

Related to a suspected condition of heart failure. Stage D is the most advanced stage of heart failure. It is conceivable that your physician will suggest that you participate in a few diagnostic procedures, such as blood tests, to determine whether or not the symptoms you are experiencing are connected with the condition for which you are being evaluated, such as the state of heart failure that is thought to be affecting you. 

These tests include:

1. A blood test for N-terminal

2. Insertion of a Catheter Into the Heart An X-ray of the chest

3. Stress test 

4. Electrocardiogram (ECG)

5. Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) 

6. Echocardiogram (echo)

7. Electrocardiogram (ECG) 

8. Multigated Acquisition Scan (MUGA Scan) 

Treatment For Heart Failure

If you put off getting treatment, you risk developing a more severe disease than the current stage of heart failure. The method of treatment differs depending on the specific form of heart failure that you have. 

Your doctor might prescribe more than one medication to treat your cardiac condition. The most appropriate treatment for you will depend on the extent of your symptoms and the stage they are now in. Your doctor can specify any of the following medicines for you to take. 

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Can You Tell a Baby Will Have Autism Before It Is Born?

Is it possible to detect autism in advance during pregnancy for babies? Can autism spectrum disorders (ASD) be detected in advance? This article will explore the possibilities of detecting autism in advance during pregnancy for expectant mothers.

What are the Symptoms of Autism Diagnosis?

Autism spectrum disorders (ASD) is a chronic, developmental disorder that is a mix of childhood social, speech, and behavioral disorders. The symptoms of ASD can vary from childhood to adolescence. Among the symptoms are difficulties in social interaction and communication, limited or repetitive behaviors, emotional imbalances, and limited interests.

Is Autism Detectable in Advance?

Detecting ASD in advance during pregnancy is not possible. However; certain risk factors can be detected in the early stages of the pregnancy and provide indicators that can increase the likelihood of a baby having ASD during pregnancy. These include the age of the expectant mother, her pre-birth medical history, pre-birth medical condition, family medical history of the expectant mother, and ultrasound findings during pregnancy.

Is Ultrasound Done During Pregnancy?

Ultrasound is done during pregnancy. Ultrasound is a medical imaging method that allows a safe monitoring of the baby inside the uterus during pregnancy. Ultrasound uses the reflection of sound waves passing through the expectant mother's body to visualize the baby's heartbeats, organs, or other body parts.

What Should be Done to Detect if a Baby has Autism During Pregnancy?

To detect if a baby has autism during pregnancy, various tests can be applied to expectant mothers. Pre-birth care includes researching the expectant mother's family medical history and pre-birth medical condition. Additionally; several tests related to the baby's development can be applied in the early stages of the pregnancy, especially after the ninth week.

What Tests are Applied to Detect if a Baby has Autism During Pregnancy?

To detect if a baby has autism during pregnancy, pre-birth ultrasound, fetal echocardiography, fetal MR, and pre-birth tests (genetic or chromosomal analysis) can be applied. Pre-birth ultrasound, fetal echocardiography, fetal MR, and pre-birth tests can provide indicators that can increase the likelihood of a baby having ASD during pregnancy. In conclusion; it is possible to detect autism in advance during pregnancy for babies. However; certain risk factors detected in the early stages of the pregnancy and various tests applied during pregnancy can increase the likelihood of detecting autism in advance. Read the full article

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Gamma Probe Device Market: Increased Competition to Deliver Unique and Better Product to Increase Expenditure on R&D Activities

Gamma probe device enables surgeons to identify radio-labelled tissue during pre-operation and intra-operation for radio guided diagnosis and surgery. Surgeons often find it difficult to locate tissues, such as tumors, parathyroid glands, and lymph nodes, within the human body. Therefore, proper utilization of a gamma probe allows the surgeon to make a smaller incision and the tissues of interest have been located. One of the most common uses of gamma probes is in one of the surgical procedure called Sentinel Node Biopsy, used to determine whether a tumor has metastasized, or spread to new locations. This biopsies are common for staging breast cancer and melanoma, and are becoming increasingly popular in staging other forms of cancer also. The carrier substance or radionuclide such as Technetium-99m or Nano colloid or sestamibi are used as tracer for gamma probe device. Sentinel Node Biopsies most commonly use a radioisotope called Technetium-99m.

Gamma probe device are available in three forms – handheld, table-top and trolley mounted. The closed probe device market is driven by the factors like product launches with advanced feature, increasing incidence of breast cancer and rising awareness among population about advantages of gamma radiation over other detection technique such as X-ray increasing adoption rate among patients and its usage by surgeons . On other hand, selection of cost-effective alternative by the patients is expected to be the major hurdle for gamma probe device market.

Gamma Probe Device Market - Driver

 New product launches by the key players will fuel the growth of the global gamma probe device market during the forecast period. For instance, in July 2016, Dilon Technologies, Inc., an innovative medical solution provider, introduced new purple Navigator 2.0 gamma probe system for sentinel lymph node biopsy. The system is aided by the features like wireless, simple to operate, exceptional extended life, and the ergonomic stainless steel probes, that can be sterilized by major sterilization methods. Moreover, this company also adopted inorganic strategies such as full service support to the existing Navigator GPS system in the field. Moreover, in year 2016, researchers of École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL) developed wireless gamma probe, handle held and light weight, aiming to detect cancer cells and suspicious lymph nodes during surgery. According to International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), parathyroid detection is growing fast, while the intraoperative use of gamma probes for direct tumor detection is just emerging.

[dakotadawn]

My views on feminist and LGBT issues, taken from my pinned Tweet on my Twitter (@ ko_ko_ko_33)

-Feminism

-Transsexualism

-Sexual Orientation

-Transgender Activism

Feminism:

Pro-choice. Radfem-aligned views. Porn is misogyny. Sex work is a harmful industry, it should not be promoted or considered "empowering". Kink culture is often misogynist.

"Sex positive" culture is a harmful ideology, and in my opinion a men's rights movement, meant to push the sexual interests of men over the social dignity of women. Calling feminists who disagree "prudish", accusing us of being puritans. Its a vicious misogyny of leftist men.

Men who claim to be "sex positive feminists" have their own sexual interests in mind. They're not looking to "empower" women. While conservative men see women as private property, these men see women as public property, misogynists all the same.

Transsexualism:

People with gender dysphoria/transsexualism, like myself, alleviate our distress by undergoing procedures to allow us to appear as the opposite sex. We cannot literally change sex, but can change sex phenotype and that has significant social implications.

I do believe a lot of newer transgender identities are not related to transsexualism (DSM-III)/gender identity disorder (DSM-IV)/gender dysphoria (DSM-V), are probably mere social trends, and will die out with time, I will call people whatever pronouns they like (within reason).

That being said, while I will refer to a non-transsexual male with they/them pronouns if asked, I will not pretend that they lose any male privilege by declaring a non-binary identity. In material social analysis, internal identity takes a backseat.

Sexual Orientation:

I am trans myself, I support other trans people and our right to bodily and social autonomy, but I do not believe sexuality is based on gender, I believe its based on biological sex (exceptions can be found in rare instances of perfectly passing post-op TS).

Label yourself whatever you want, I can't stop you, but in my opinion, as a transwoman who is attracted to men and pre-operative transwomen, I am gay, a transwoman who is attracted to women is straight, not a lesbian. This doesn't devalue trans people to say. We deserve respect.

The majority of cisgender or cissexual people should not be expected to or pressured to feel attraction to transgender or transsexual people, most people just aren't into that and that's okay. It is not an act of bigotry to refuse to date someone who you are not attracted to. Duh

Transgender Activism:

I have many gripes with transgender activism as it stands and I will go over some views here: I do not support gender self-ID. Change of legal gender should at least require a psychiatric diagnosis of gender dysphoria, and some time on HRT.

Bathroom bills are frankly pointless and impossible to enforce.

Pediatric gender transition in teen years should not utilize puberty blockers prior to Tanner Stage 3, minors transitioning should only be done with gender therapy and not informed consent.

I do not support transgender MtF athletes being included in female sport categories. Transition, especially transition in adulthood, does not erase all of the masculinizing effects of testosterone-based puberty, and an advantage is retained. It is not fair.

For prisons, there should be wards specific to transgender and transsexual inmates, prison wards should never be mixed-sex. In this hypothetical trans ward, transfer should be dictated by hormone status, NOT self-ID. Or else men could self-ID into the ward to harass transwomen.

And finally, some things I want trans activists, especially online, to STOP doing:

STOP calling women misogynistic slurs or threatening violence, I do not care if they're transphobic. Your male behavior only reinforces their beliefs.

STOP making conversations about trans issues when that was not the topic at hand. Its self-centered, entitled, and annoying.

STOP freaking out when someone doesn't use the preferred pronouns of a sexual predator. No one but you cares and it makes us look bad.

And probably the grossest thing I see online trans activists do, STOP demanding cisgender people be attracted to transgender people, most of all stop forcing it on gay men and lesbians. To demand they be attracted to transgender and transsexual people of the opposite sex is just new age homophobia. I mostly see MtF doing this to the lesbian community, but I've seen it with FtM and gay men before too. As a gay person as well, I'm not okay with this. Its not okay to refer to homosexuality as a "genital preference", or to call it bigotry.

As a transwoman myself, I beg trans activists to stop doing these things, and also assure anyone reading that said activists do not speak for all trans people.

I think that for society to accept transgender and transsexual people, we have to be understanding, not forceful.

Disclaimer: some of this is condensed and/or simplified to avoid this post being unnecessarily long. Do always feel free to inquire about my views, and I hope you enjoy my page! 🙂

[arevolutionapproaches]

Opening commissions

Hi I’m Rowan. I’m a pre-transitioned trans guy who is currently battling various mental and chronic illnesses. As of today I have been out of hospital one day and out of work several weeks. Furthermore my mum has been diagnosed with stage 4 cancer in the brain and bones. This is her second cancer diagnosis (her first being stage 3 melanoma in her leg in 2020) and we are all really struggling as a family.

Because of this I have decided to open up both fic and art commissions. I’ll link my Ao3 in this post so if you’re interested you can check out my previous work. I’ll also mention that I’m a writer for @batgirlzine meaning someone has some faith in my writing ability 😊.

I’m happy to write for the bat family, the arrow family, the original fab five teen Titans, Gotham rogues and various DC comic characters. As well as the umbrella academy, multiple musicals, mcu characters (less so of newer movies but including the defenders), encanto and am willing to try one shots for original characters!

I am happy writing pretty much anything but smut. This includes heavy and/or triggering topics however I may decline if I feel I am not informed enough to do the topic justice.

Pricing starts at £5 for a one shot ranging 500 - 1500 words

Preferred payment will be through PayPal but I am willing to adjust for people

Please either contact me through tumblr or email me at rowanmuir16@gmail.com

If you’d prefer to communicate through discord send me a Dm of tumblr and we can sort that out!

I am willing to do drawings to accompany fics.

I will link a google drive portfolio demonstrating some of my art pieces. My style varies so feel free to select which one you like best. Pricing for art starts at £10 for a small flat coloured sketch. Please bear in mind that because I am capable of doing various styles pricing is going to vary more depending on what you pick

Any jobs will really help my situation and are so appreciated! Please share and spread this!

Ao3: https://archiveofourown.org/users/SilverRowan/works I have more unfinished work and original work so if you’d like to sample that as well, let me know.

Art portfolio: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1XB29K2r4cy-ZabIJ7NDmWCNpyjtHf_Hl