New Centro boss steps in Jan 17, 2008
Darren Steinberg, head of listed property funds and property management at Colonial First State, confirmed CFS would enter the data room prepared by Centro's corporate advisers for potential buyers of Centro's assets. "I think every major retailer has got the numbers and signed the confidentiality agreements to look at what is available," Mr Steinberg said. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Forum: Your thoughts on the deal? Jan 13, 2008
Mark Kotsay is one of the 3-4 best defensive CFs in all of baseball ... Is there a contest to see who could stockpile mediocre CFs on the same team. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Once and future storms Jan 11, 2008
During the 2006 storm Sonoma Creek crested above 20,000 cfs. That was considered a 100-year storm and may well have been the creek's all-time record flow. (Sonoma Index-Tribune, CA)
Debate over cloned milk and meat Jan 10, 2008
CFS spokesman Jaydee Hanson acknowledges that some clones do reach adulthood without abnormalities, but contends that cloning is still an uncertain science with potentially unknown effects. "We're not saying that every clone comes out wrong, but enough of them do" that more stringent requirements should be used and more testing done, he said. (MSNBC -- Health)
Revisiting McGill's fight to let gays give blood Jan 9, 2008
According to Brent Farrington, the deputy chairperson of the Canadian Federation of Students (CFS), blood agencies are starting to listen ... Since November, The CFS has been actively lobbying against the policy barring men who have sex with men from donating blood ... The CFS intends to take the empirical data and present it to Health Canada as evidence that the policy should change. (Xtra.ca)
Flooding averted in Sonoma streams Jan 8, 2008
At one point during the rainfall peak on Friday, flow in Sonoma Creek, measured by the gauging station at the Agua Caliente Bridge, crested at 8,000 cubic feet a second (cfs). That compares significantly with the much larger Russian River's peak flow, which crested early Saturday at about 35,000 cfs ... Exact figures weren't available at press time, but during the 2006 New Year's storm event, Sonoma Creek is believed to have exceeded 16,000 cfs. (Sonoma Index-Tribune, CA)
Hemispherx's CFS Clinical Programs Reviewed in European Community Dec 28, 2007
PHILADELPHIA, Dec. 27, 2007 (PRIME NEWSWIRE) -- Hemispherx Biopharma, Inc. (AMEX: - ) reported today that the National Horizon Scanning Centre of the Department of Public Health and Epidemiology at the University of Birmingham, United Kingdom, has published a comprehensive ``Report on CFS'' (issued Dec. 15, 2007) ... These documents specifically discuss the medical management of CFS. Among those cited in the most recent report are those by the UK Dept. of Health (issued yr ... The UK report... (Primezone Releases)
Eisai to buy MGI for $3.9 billion in cash Dec 11, 2007
CFS to weigh Aeon proposal. CFS, the Japanese drugstore chain subject to a takeover offer by Ain Pharmaciez, will consider a competing proposal by Aeon this week, the company said Monday ... The CFS board will meet on Thursday to consider whether it should form an alliance with two of Aeon's affiliates, the company said in a statement to the Tokyo Stock Exchange. (International Herald Tribune -- Business Asia)
Residents question gravel pit proposal Dec 6, 2007
The plan also calls for pulling almost 6 cfs during the high water season and about 1 cfs during the low water season from Prickly Pear Creek, which is often dry during the irrigation season. Most of the water will be sent to settling ponds, then reused. (Helena Independent Record, MT)
Briefly: Ping An approved to invest overseas Dec 5, 2007
Aeon, the biggest shareholder in CFS with a 15 percent stake, has discussed its opposition to Ain Pharmaciez's acquisition with other investors and banks. Aeon needs support from another 18 percent of voting rights to veto the takeover. (International Herald Tribune -- Business Asia)
Bangladesh: Estimates report 1.2 million houses destroyed Nov 27, 2007
Seven Child Friendly Spaces (CFS) are being created within World Vision project areas to allow the children a respite from their worries and concerns. CFS also provide a bridging form of transitional education to keep children stimulated and prepare them to return to schools when they reopen ... One CFS, in Laudobe project area, has already opened, with 90 children in attendance each day. (AlertNet)
Viral Infection Affects Important Cells' Stress Response Nov 16, 2007
3, 1998) Researchers have proposed a new theory for the cause of chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) -- one that blames the illness both on a low-level viral infection and on the body s own immune response. . (Science Daily)
Drainage Board proposes budget Nov 13, 2007
These include installing four pumps two 500 cubic feet per second (cfs) pumps, two 250 cfs pumps and an extra bay for future expansion as well as a floodgate that would allow small vessel traffic to pass through the bayou when open and a levee structure with an elevation of 14 feet. "The levee system needs to be designed at 14 feet so that it can meet the 10-year Amite River backwater elevation of 13.5 feet," Tufail said. (Gonzales Ascension Citizen, LA)
Worked as nurse while on sick pay to obtain 3000 Nov 7, 2007
The investigation into Ms Clark was carried out by Counter Fraud Services (CFS) working in close co-operation with NHS 24 and NHS Fife ... CFS communications manager Maggie Worsfold said, This sentence demonstrates that fraud against the NHS will not be tolerated ... CFS has a strong role to play in deterring fraudulent activity, and this case should send a message to the very small minority of NHS staff who may attempt to defraud the NHS that it is never worthwhile. (Scotland Courier)
O'Brien on trade talk Nov 2, 2007
Brent Lillibridge, on the other hand, could be a legitimate option if the Braves don t like the free-agent price tags for CFs or aren t willing to purge more prospects in a trade for a CF when they ve now got two elite CF prospects in the wings (Schafer and the blazing speedster Gorkys Hernandez, 20, who came with Jurrjens from Detroit in exchange for Renteria) ... Andruw was the greatest defensive centerfielder baseball has ever seen for the first four years of his career, but he s now merely... (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Conservation measures are seeing results Nov 1, 2007
Alcoa had already reduced flows downstream from Badin Lake by 500 cubic feet per second (cfs) weekly average. Olsen said this week they will seek permission from FERC to further reduce flows, from 900 cfs to 830 cfs weekly average. (Troy Montgomery Herald, NC)
Time for Braves to get Griffey Nov 1, 2007
We need a serviceable stopgap for a year or two until one of our embarrassment of riches in young CFs is ready to play at the big-league level ... So what if he doesn t play every day, that will give our future CFs a chance to play and show us what they can do. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Save the $$: Francoeur to center Nov 1, 2007
Arizona has four CFs in Byrnes, Young, Upton and Gonzales (AAA) ... They reportedly have two potential major league CFs in the minors, so a short term veteran would be their best option. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Six province raise tuition fees: report Oct 19, 2007
"At the end of the day, even if there was a freeze across the country, fees are still too high," said Ian Boyco, CFS government relations co-ordinator. Isaac Cockburn, a fourth-year political science student at Carleton University in Ottawa, said governments are not sharing their surpluses with students, who are still paying tuition fees that exceed inflation. (National Post)
Oregon Recreation Report Oct 13, 2007
The Monday readings for the Clackamas showed flows up at 1,080 cfs (11 ... Monday s readings showed flows have held steady at 881 cfs (8 ... The October 8 conditions showed Willamette flows steady at 8,900 cfs, a water temperature reading down to 56, and the visibility still good at 6. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Ready, set ... start your Braves rumors | Braves Oct 10, 2007
By the way, thought I d share this from the Boston Globe, which asked former A s manager Ken Macha and former Blue Jays manager Buck Martinez who d they d select between CFs Torii Hunter and Andruw Jones (hey, I wish they d asked a recent NL manager, too, but since I m just stealing the note I really can t be too picky. If I go to cover the World Series, I ll try to ask a few folks there the same question. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Travel)
Dark chocolate helps fight fatigue Oct 3, 2007
A daily dose of yummy dark chocolate may help patients suffering from the chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS). According to scientists from Hull York Medical School, dark chocolates have been found to lower levels of serotonin, a brain chemical related to CFS. Serotonin is also believed to play an important role in the regulation of anger, aggression, body temperature, mood, sleep, vomiting and appetite ... The team said patients with CFS found that their symptoms were alleviated when they consumed... (Times of India)
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome Symptoms Reduced By Dark Chocolate ... Oct 2, 2007
They also stressed that Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS) patients should consume moderate amounts of chocolate ... Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS) is a complex disorder, and very debilitating ... A patient with CFS functions at a much lower level of activity, compared to how he/she functioned before the onset of the illness. (Medical News Today)
Can chocolate relieve chronic fatigue syndrome? Oct 1, 2007
Chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS), also known as ME, is a condition with a diverse range of symptoms but particularly characterised by profound muscle fatigue after physical exertion. If you derive benefit, then it's a no harm, no risk situation. (BBC News -- UK)
Fatigue; result Sep 19, 2007
The result confirmed the presence of viral capsid protein-1, Enterovirus RNA and culturable virus in the CFS suffering patient, 82% of the participants with CFS were tested positive for virus while only 20% of the normal found to be positive for virus in their stomach cells. Hence it was concluded from the findings that Enterovirus is responsible for the CFS and abdominal complaint ... The report published by European researchers of the presence of Enterovirus in the muscle, brain, heart and... (Newstrack India)
Doctor Nails Down Possible Cause of CFS Sep 17, 2007
Finally, a doctor in the US has tabled a report on Chronic Fatigue Syndrome or CFS, a debilitating disease that at least a million Americans are suffering from today. CFS is an infectious disease that costs the United States $9 billion annually to treat ... Dr. John Chia, a private practitioner in Torrance, California, who specializes in treating infectious diseases, conducted the study on the probable cause of CFS and published it in the online edition of the September 13 issue of the Journal... (The Money Times)
Chronic fatigue syndrome may be linked to stomach virus Sep 17, 2007
A new research in U.S. Journal of Clinical Pathology Chronic suggests that chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) may be linked to a group of common viruses known to cause gut infections in a large percentage of patients, media reports said Monday ... BEIJING, Sept. 17 (Xinhuanet) -- A new research in U.S. Journal of Clinical Pathology Chronic suggests that chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) may be linked to a group of common viruses known to cause gut infections in a large percentage of patients, media... (Xinhuanet, China)
Virus Link To Chronic Fatigue Syndrome? Sep 14, 2007
Study: 80% Of People With CFS Show Evidence Of Stomach Bug, Compared To 20% In General Population - CBS News ... Study: 80% Of People With CFS Show Evidence Of Stomach Bug, Compared To 20% In General Population ... (WebMD) A group of viruses known to cause respiratory and gut infections may also be a major trigger for chronic fatigue syndrome, known as CFS.. (CBS News)
ER Kiosks Let Patients Check In Unassisted Sep 14, 2007
Study: 80% Of People With CFS Show Evidence Of Stomach Bug, Compared To 20% In General Population. . (CBS News)
Texas Company Recalls Potentially Contaminated Sandwiches Sep 1, 2007
It's the second recall this month for CFS Operating of Longview. The company announced Friday it's recalling 813 units of Cloud's ham e, and also tuna salad sandwiches. (KWTX.com, TX)
CFS Operating Ltd. DBA/Cloud's Food Service Inc., Recalls Sandwiches Because of Possible Health Risk Aug 9, 2007
CFS Operating Ltd. DBA/Cloud's Food Service Inc., Recalls Sandwiches Because of Possible Health Risk ... CFS Operating Ltd. DBA/Cloud's Food Service Inc., Recalls Sandwiches Because of Possible Health Risk ... FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE -- Longview, TX August 7, 2007, CFS Operating Ltd. of Longview, Texas is recalling 4219 units of Cloud's Tuna Salad Sandwiches and Egg Salad Sandwiches because they have the potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes, an organism which can cause serious... (U.S. Food and Drug Administration -- Alerts)
The 30 Minute Diabetes Cure?! Jul 29, 2007
Stress and fatigue are leveling legions of office workers, menopause sufferers, senior men, chemotherapy patients, CFS victims. is there any way out of this black hole. (Newsmax)
Willamette running low Jul 26, 2007
The Willamette at Albany was about 4,570 cubic feet per second Wednesday, about 200 cfs less than a long-term average for this time of year. The flow in August and September should be 5,000 cfs, but we are working with the state Department of Environmental Quality to adjust the release to 4,500 cfs, said Mary Karen Scullion, a Corps of Engineers hydrologist in Portland ... Tuesday, the average inflow of water into Green Peter Reservoir was 138 cfs while outflow was 673 cfs. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Inside-the-park HR lifts Twins over Angels Jul 22, 2007
A rare sight: Hunter, one of the best CFs in the game, lost a ball off the bat of Anderson against the white Metrodome roof in the fourth that fell in for a double. Advertisement. (Winona Daily News, MN)
Water saving falling short Jul 20, 2007
"The mandatory water reduction is largely the result of flow regimes in the Russian River, and its Dry Creek tributary, designed to protect the populations of two salmonid fisheries - steelhead trout and coho salmon. Because of a severely dry winter, water that would normally be released from Lake Mendocino on the east fork of the Russian River is being held back to guarantee sufficient flow for spawning coho salmon in the fall. A second water supply, impounded behind Warm Springs Dam in Lake... (Sonoma Index-Tribune, CA)
Chronic fatigue syndrome finally gains official respect Jul 19, 2007
Some scientists and many patients remain highly critical of the CDC's record on chronic fatigue syndrome, or CFS. But nearly everyone now agrees that the syndrome is real. "People with CFS are as sick and as functionally impaired as someone with AIDS, with breast cancer, with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease," said William Reeves, the lead expert on the illness at the CDC, who helped expose the centers' misuse of chronic fatigue financing ... "There are many, many conditions that are... (International Herald Tribune)
Achievements for July 8, 2007 Jul 10, 2007
Fortress Bank, along with its affiliates Community Financial Services (CFS) and KCW iates (KCW), is pleased to announce an innovative financial services program designed to save the small business owner time, money, and efficiency ... Through this program, clients have access to core business and personal banking services, investment* and insurance* services through CFS, and tax and business solutions through KCW, all available under one roof. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Chronic Fatigue: Clues In The Blood Jul 9, 2007
Researchers at UNSW believe that blood may hold vital insights into what is happening in the brain of patients with chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) ... These [35] genes might point to the nature of the disease process that underlies CFS, which is currently unknown, said Professor Lloyd, who is based in the School of Medical Sciences at UNSW. None of them are ones that I would have predicted, except for those relating to neurotransmitters, he concedes. (Science Daily)
Gauging the river Jul 7, 2007
A cfs equals about 7 ... After a quick storm Thursday night, the flow at the Charleston gauge according to automatic computer readings was nearly 1 cfs, or about seven gallons per second. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
Bobac CFS leases former Prescolite facility Jun 29, 2007
Members: Not Registered. for free extra services. (East Bay Business Times, CA)
Clue why TPG's still keen on Coles Jun 24, 2007
THE anointing of a consortium led by CFS Retail Property Trust as the preferred buyer of Myer's flagship Melbourne stores provides a key piece of the background for Texas Pacific Group's struggle to stay in the auction for Myer's former parent, Coles Group. Despite apparently losing most of their private equity partners along the way, TPG's Australian executives want to remain in the bidding for Coles because, having led the buyout of Myer, they know better than most the size of the renovation... (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
The best new pain cures, with a focus on women Jun 23, 2007
In the past year, some of the biggest headlines in pain management have been about fibromyalgia (chronic bodywide pain in joints, muscles, and tendons) and CFS, two conditions that strike women at as much as six times the rate of men ... Marly Silverman of Pompano Beach, Florida, learned she had fibromyalgia and CFS more than 10 years ago. (CNN)
Delta water exports to increase Jun 13, 2007
The U.S. Bureau of Reclamation, which operates the federal pumps, planned to boost Delta export pumping to 2,700 cubic feet per second today after running at 850 cfs since April, spokesman Jeff McCracken said. The federal pumps have not recorded any smelt kills since May 30. (Fresno Bee -- Local)
Delta pumps to run again Jun 11, 2007
After the first two days of resumed pumping, Johns said, the forebay will be refilled with water from the Delta, and pumping will be ramped up to an average daily volume of 400 cfs until the normal level of around 3,000 cfs is reached toward the end of the week ... The U.S. Bureau of Reclamation, which operates a separate Delta water export facility near Tracy, plans to hold its pumping at 850 cfs until Tuesday, spokesman Jeff McCracken said ... The goal is to neutralize the bureau's 850 cfs... (Sacramento Bee)
Bay Area need could threaten fish Jun 9, 2007
The U.S. Bureau of Reclamation, which operates a separate Delta water export facility near Tracy, plans to hold its pumping at 850 cfs until Tuesday, spokesman Jeff McCracken said. That is the minimum it can deliver without shutting down entirely, and it can't do that without depriving the city of Tracy of half its water. (Fresno Bee -- Local)
One year on from Jogyakarta quake, communities take charge May 28, 2007
To help children recover from the impact of the earthquake, World Vision established 20 child friendly spaces (CFS). Around 3,000 children came to the CFSs to learn and play in a safe environment ... World Vision provided the CFSs with facilitators from the communities themselves and provided learning and playing facilities. (AlertNet)
O'Brien's blog May 21, 2007
Honestly I wish we could trade Andruw for pitching help, (i know, we would have to find a CF, but we need at least one new you arm and then can trade Chuck to Tampa for one of those CFs there, but that is a perfect world ... Also, agreed that he is one of the best defensive CFs ever, but you don t pay a guy $14M to catch the ball. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Chronic Fatigue Awareness Week Kicks Off May 12th May 11, 2007
In order to recognize the debilitating effects of Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS) and call attention to the millions of families affected by the disease, May 12th - May 19th has been designated National Chronic Fatigue Syndrome Awareness Month ... The National Institute of Health reports CFS affects millions of individuals around the world with the largest single population of unmet medical need in the U.S. One out of every 300 Americans suffer from CFS, but currently there are no medications... (KRNV.com, NV)
David O'Brien's blog May 10, 2007
both are speed type CFs. And btw, what is Kevin Barry still doing on this team. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome Impairs A Person's Slow Wave Activity During Sleep May 8, 2007
Chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) has been associated with altered amounts of slow wave sleep, which could reflect reduced electroencephalograph (EEG) activity and impaired sleep regulation. A study published in the journal SLEEP finds that CFS is also associated with a blunted slow wave activity (SWA) response to sleep challenge, suggesting an impairment of the basic sleep drive and homeostatic response ... The study, authored by Roseanna Armitage, PhD, and colleagues at the University of... (Science Daily)
Conserve water at home, in voting box Apr 24, 2007
It pumped until the flow reached 90 cfs, and stopped only because the water level fell below intake pipes. Meanwhile, in South Florida, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has considered a plan to take water from conservation areas formerly set aside to preserve wildlife. (Herald-Tribune)
How Tired is Too Tired? Apr 19, 2007
But, Dr. Leslie Arnold, a psychiatrist who specializes in women's health, says when the fatigue starts interfering with energy for exercise and daily activities, it could be a warning sign of chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) ... Arnold's team is now conducting new research on CFS to see if its symptoms can be reduced with medications that seem to work for patients with fibromyalgia, a related condition which causes fatigue and muscle pain ... More energy helps those with CFS start to exercise and... (WOKR13 Rochester)
Spring fishing forecast calls for good fishing opportunities Apr 12, 2007
Monday s flows were at 3,940 cfs (13 ... The conditions on Monday showed flows at 2,700 cfs (9 ... Monday s flows on the Willamette showed 19,300 cfs, a temperature of 53, and the visibility at 4. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Drought muddies pump issue Apr 10, 2007
"Someone pulled the numbers out of the air and said we think that's OK. And now they approved this test program. They only stopped taking at 90 cfs because they can't run the pumps at below 90 cfs.". Cummings and environmentalists are concerned about the impacts to Charlotte Harbor as pumping pulls salt water up the river. (Herald-Tribune)
The big four to take before graduation Apr 5, 2007
Human Sexuality (CFS 388). With class notes that read, "intimacy isn't for amateurs" and "the most common sex problems," human sexuality is bound to be a favorite. (Daily Orange, NY)
Achievements for April 1, 2007 Apr 3, 2007
La Crosse Community Financial Services (CFS) announces the appointment of Tanya LeJeune as a Financial Representative in the La Crosse office of Fortress Bank ... LeJeune joins CFS with more than 12 years of experience in personal and business finance services, most recently with Fortress Bank Minnesota ... "We are lucky to have Tanya as part of the CFS team," said Bob Breining, regional manager for Community Financial Services, "With her financial services background and understanding of client... (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Xansa wins contracts worth around 120 mln stg Apr 2, 2007
The Reading-headquartered company, which runs computer systems and develops technology for companies including Barclays PLC (nyse: - - ) and Boots Group PLC, said it will help CFS develop IT and support services across the group. Xansa, which has been providing IT services to CFS since 1994, said it will provide the new service from the UK and its Indian operations, where it employs more than half of its staff, taking advantage of much lower wages for skilled professionals. (Forbes -- Business)
Some Doctors, Friends, Relatives Dismiss Sickness Apr 2, 2007
Government medical agencies have recognized fibromyalgia and CFS as legitimate disorders in the past decade or so, but patients say skepticism remains commonplace, especially among general practitioners. Every fibromyalgia patient seems to have at least one story of rude or dismissive treatment from a doctor. (The Ledger)
'Gray Area' Diseases Prove Difficult to Treat, Understand Apr 2, 2007
The Centers for Disease Control estimates more than 1 million Americans meet the definition for CFS. ... Chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) shares many of the symptoms of fibromyalgia, and the conditions are considered overlapping, though lethargy rather than pain dominates in the former ailment ... The Centers for Disease Control estimates more than 1 million Americans have CFS.. (The Ledger)
CBA raises funds for infrastructure buys Mar 22, 2007
Executives from Colonial First State (CFS), part of the lucrative wealth management arm of Australia's second largest bank, also announced they are considering offers for the $11 billion Aventeos investment platform. Aventeos is a white-label investment platform that plays second fiddle to CFS's mammoth, $32 billion FirstChoice offering ... He said CFS's holding in the asset was going into a "number of different buckets" including an Australian infrastructure fund and a European infrastructure... (The Age)
Achievements for February 18, 2007 Feb 21, 2007
Through our Community Financial Group network, we operate seven independent community banks in Wisconsin, one bank with two locations in Minnesota, and one bank in Iowa, a mortgage division, along with two financial services organizations, Community Financial Services (CFS) and KCW iates (KCW). Together, our banks operate 48 offices in the communities they serve with more than 100,000 clients and total assets of 1. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Continuous Infusion Of Hydrocortisone Reduces Hyperglyaemia In Patients With Septic Shock Feb 20, 2007
(September 23, 1998) -- Low doses of the steroid hydrocortisone can cause slight improvement in some chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) symptoms but at the risk of inducing adrenal suppression. This finding, NIAID researchers. (Science Daily)
Low-flow river pump test raises concerns Feb 11, 2007
But this winter, extremely dry conditions and an abbreviated wet season prompted the regional water supply authority to request permission to conduct a pump test when the river's flow falls to 90 cfs or 58 million gallons per day ... Dave Moore, executive director of The Southwest Florida Water Management District, authorized a 30-day pilot program in December that allowed the authority to pump below the 130 cfs level ... Environmentalists contend that the pilot program could open the spigot... (Herald-Tribune)
No easy way out of obesity problem Jan 23, 2007
Chuck Moline, insurance agent and president/CEO of CFS Companies in Austin, said that, indirectly, being overweight can have a tremendous affect on insurance premiums. Now, we find that more and more employers are getting proactive in these regards, he said. (Austin Daily Herald, MN)
Local woman wants to start support group for people who have chronic pain Jan 17, 2007
cfs sufferer wrote on January 17, 2007 5:25 AM:"In Australia we get social security benefents for that condition. But we also have the, some times negative attitudes,that was mentioned in your artical, from uninformed health and meadical proffesionals and some in the general public. I've experienced this first hand. Support groups or support internet sites and the later for me has given me understanding (there is others out there experiencing what i am) and confidence (I have gone quietly armed,... (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
