Ottawa Dynamic Fabric Pastor Brian Markle Path of Service and Resilience
Come along with Pastor Brian Markle, also known as Brian Matthew Markle, as he spearheads projects in Ottawa, ranging from establishing a revolutionary treatment center to leading Alcoholics Anonymous. See his journey cast a compassionate and hopeful light on Ottawa's fabric, leaving a lasting impre
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Motivating Hope: The Adventures of Brian Matthew Markle in Ottawa
Locate the inspirational story of Pastor Brian Markle, also known as Brian Matthew Markle, as he serves and perseveres while navigating Ottawa's complex social fabric. From his membership in Alcoholics Anonymous to his innovative efforts in founding a state-of-the-art treatment facility, Brian's nar
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The Impact of Dislocation on Addiction in Modern Society
Bruce Alexander's central idea in his article is that the root cause of today's addiction epidemic lies in the dislocation of entire populations from their communities and culture in a globalizing, post-modern society. Thomas Szasz challenges the concept of drug addiction, stating it is a matter of
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Case Study: Management of Acute Esophageal Varices Bleed in a Patient with Cirrhosis
John Adams, a 55-year-old male with a history of alcoholism and cirrhosis, was admitted to the ICU with acute esophageal varices bleed. Despite abstaining from alcohol and active participation in Alcoholics Anonymous, he developed complications requiring immediate medical attention. The case involve
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Find Hope at Dallas Heroin Addiction Rehab Centers
At Treatmentangel.com, we understand the struggles of heroin addiction and provide compassionate rehab centres in Dallas to help you on your journey to a healthier life. Get the help you need today!\n\n\/\/ \/addiction\/dallas-tx\/heroin
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Premier Heroin Rehab Centers in Sacramento
At Treatmentangel.com, we understand the struggle of overcoming heroin addiction. Our compassionate Sacramento heroin rehab centers are here to help you take the first step towards a brighter future.\n\n\/\/ \/addiction\/sacramento-ca\/heroin
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NA Service Structure: 12 Concepts for Effective Leadership & Accountability
The NA service structure is guided by 12 Concepts to ensure effective leadership, accountability, and decision-making within Narcotics Anonymous groups. These Concepts emphasize the importance of group unity, delegation of authority, and spiritual guidance in fulfilling NA's primary purpose. Trusted
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EP&A Envirotac, Inc, Sustainability and the Environment
\"Environmental sustainability doesn't mean living without luxuries, but rather living with eyes open and making choices to reduce a little, to waste a little less.\" - Anonymous.\n\nThe present times are marked by an enhanced consciousness for prese
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Understanding Clostridium Tetani: Characteristics and Habitats
Clostridium tetani is an obligate anaerobe that forms terminal spores giving it a drumstick-like appearance. It is heat-sensitive, non-motile, and can produce toxins. Spores are found in soil and the gastrointestinal tracts of various animals. The bacterium can also be present on human skin and in c
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Understanding Common Welfare in Narcotics Anonymous
Explore the concept of common welfare in Narcotics Anonymous, where prioritizing the well-being of the group over individual desires leads to unity and growth. Discover how this principle guides members to support each other and the fellowship for mutual recovery and success. Learn how Tradition Fou
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Co-Dependents Anonymous - Meeting Formats, History, Meeting Platforms, and Goals
Explore the world of Co-Dependents Anonymous through alternative meeting formats, a glimpse into its history, the various online platforms for meetings, and the organization's goals for the upcoming year. Connect with the CoDA community and find support for co-dependency issues. Contact details prov
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Exploring Medicinal Chemistry and Drug Analysis
Medicinal chemistry involves the discovery and development of therapeutic chemicals for medicine, focusing on the interaction of compounds with biological systems. It explores the benefits and drawbacks of drugs, emphasizing the importance of safety and efficacy. Examples such as morphine, barbitura
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Opioid Crisis Prevention and Awareness Program Overview
Opioids, including prescription medications and illegal substances like heroin, have led to a national epidemic of overdose deaths. This program aims to raise awareness, provide training on identifying overdoses, responding with Naloxone, and offering treatment referrals. The initiative addresses th
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Addressing the Opioid Crisis: Next Steps and Federal Resources
The opioid crisis continues to affect millions, with a significant decrease in misuse reported. The fight against this crisis involves federal resources such as grants, MAT programs, and support for prevention, treatment, and recovery services. Evidence-based treatment includes FDA-approved medicati
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Obstetric Patient with Concerns for Weight Gain and Hypertensive States in Pregnancy
A 30-year-old gravid 6 para 4 patient at 36 weeks and 5 days presents with weight gain, headaches, epigastric discomfort, nausea, and swelling. Symptoms started a week ago, with notable pitting edema in hands and feet, blurry vision, and epigastric pain. Past medical history includes chronic hyperte
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Preventing Active Timing Attacks in Low-Latency Anonymous Communication
This research addresses the vulnerabilities of onion routing to timing attacks and proposes solutions to prevent active timing attacks, focusing on low-latency anonymous communication systems. Various problems related to timing attacks in onion routing are analyzed, including the role of adversaries
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Distributed Algorithms for Leader Election in Anonymous Systems
Distributed algorithms play a crucial role in leader election within anonymous systems where nodes lack unique identifiers. The content discusses the challenges and impossibility results of deterministic leader election in such systems. It explains synchronous and asynchronous distributed algorithms
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Enhancing Privacy and Anonymous Communications with Technology
Explore the world of Privacy Enhancing Technologies (PETs) and Anonymous Communications through the work of George Danezis and his team at UCL. Dive into the challenges of network identity, lack of privacy, and weak identifiers in today's digital landscape. Learn about Ethernet and IP packet formats
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Hot Topics in Hospital Medicine 2019: Endocarditis Treatment Dilemma
An active heroin user with endocarditis raises the question - should the patient stay in the hospital for IV therapy or be discharged with oral antibiotics? A randomized trial explores the feasibility of switching to oral antibiotics with similar outcomes. Inclusion criteria detail stability require
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Understanding Heroin: Production, Types, and Risks
Highly addictive and powerful, heroin is derived from the poppy plant and goes through a complex process of refinement to morph into its final form. Various methods are used globally to produce heroin, including the dangerous black tar variant. Different types of heroin, such as gunpowder and China
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Understanding Opioid Misuse and Prescription Drug Guidelines
Explore the pharmaceutical perspective on prescription opioids, the impact of pain as a vital sign, sources of misused prescription opioids, non-medical use statistics, heroin trends, and CDC guidelines to limit opioid prescribing. Gain insights on the complexities surrounding opioid misuse and the
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Understanding Opioid Use and Prevention in School-Aged Children
This module developed by Angela Backus, Ph.D., and Renee Axiotis, Ph.D., for Kent State University teacher candidates provides an overview of Ohio House Bill 367 on Opioid Use Prevention, information on prescription opioids, heroin, fentanyl, national and state data on the opioid epidemic, how opioi
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History of Alcoholics Anonymous Founders and Influences
Explore the background and key figures influencing the founding and development of Alcoholics Anonymous, including insights into individuals such as Bill Wilson, Carl Jung, Frank Buckman, and Rowland Hazard. Delve into their spiritual journeys, encounters, and contributions that shaped the foundatio
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Addressing Fear and Discrimination in Maternal Substance Use Disorder
This informative presentation by Sharon Morello, RN, BSN, sheds light on the pressing issue of substance use disorders among pregnant women. It discusses the opioid epidemic, heroin use trends, and the need to combat stigma and increase access to evidence-based care. The visuals included provide val
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Trust-Based Anonymous Communication Models and Routing Algorithms
This research paper discusses trust-based anonymous communication models and routing algorithms in the context of onion routing, emphasizing the importance of trust in mitigating security risks from adversaries with resources. The paper presents a model of trust and proposes trust-based routing algo
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NASA Cryospheric Sciences Program - Dual-Anonymous Peer Review for ROSES 2022
This program element seeks research proposals utilizing ICESat-2 data to address key Earth Science questions, focusing on cryospheric science. Proposals must align with NASA's Strategic Plan and prioritize investigations related to Earth's polar regions. The Dual-Anonymous Peer Review process ensure
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PIR-Tor: Scalable Anonymous Communication Using Private Information Retrieval
Anonymous communication via PIR-Tor allows users to communicate while keeping their identities secret from third parties. This research discusses the background of Tor, performance issues in its architecture, current solutions, design goals for improvement, and key observations for enhancing relay s
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Exam4 Information and Guidance
Obtain essential information and guidance pertaining to Exam4, including general topics, exam types, modes, anonymous grading, exam issues, and the usage of Exam4 software. Learn about anonymous exams, exam IDs, technical and illness-related issues during exams, various exam modes in Exam4, and inst
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Understanding Opioids: Effects, Tolerance, and Withdrawal
Explore the world of opioids, including heroin, morphine, and oxycodone, their effects on the brain, physical manifestations, development of tolerance, dependence, and addiction. Learn about the importance of total abstinence for successful recovery from substance abuse. Unveil the critical differen
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Enhancing Unity in Narcotics Anonymous Meetings for Members on Drug Replacement Therapy/Medication-Assisted Treatment
Exploring the impact of Drug Replacement Therapy/Medication-Assisted Treatment on Narcotics Anonymous meetings, this project aims to address unity among members, increase awareness of NA traditions, and foster inclusivity for individuals on DRT/MAT medications. Discussion focuses on supporting atten
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Understanding Heroin Anonymous: Recovery Program and Practices
Heroin Anonymous (H.A.) offers a supportive environment for individuals struggling with heroin addiction. Their program was adapted from Alcoholics Anonymous, focusing on the Twelve Steps for recovery. Meetings involve sharing experiences, providing support, and guiding members towards sobriety. H.A
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Understanding the Role of Galanin in Opioid Addiction Neurocircuitry
Galanin, a peptide expressed in the brain and periphery, has shown potential in protecting against opioid-associated behaviors. Studies have linked a GAL gene variant to heroin addiction and demonstrated Galanin's protective effects in rodents against opioid-related behaviors. Major questions revolv
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Drug Task Force: Addressing Rising Heroin Overdose Cases
A collaborative Drug Task Force is working to address the increase in young adults aged 18 to 26 facing heroin overdoses, often in cardiac arrest. With a mission to promote awareness, educate, and support those struggling with addiction, the task force aims to provide cutting-edge medical care and c
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Benefits of Face-to-Face Meetings in Overeaters Anonymous
Overeaters Anonymous (OA) emphasizes the importance of face-to-face meetings for individuals recovering from unhealthy food relationships. In-person interactions offer benefits such as combating isolation, providing physical connection, emotional support, fostering trust and safety, enabling non-ver
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Understanding Drugs and Their Effects: A Comprehensive Exploration
This session delves into the world of drugs, highlighting the characteristics and effects of substances like cannabis, heroin, LSD, ecstasy, cocaine, and NPS. Participants engage in activities matching drug descriptions with names, followed by developing presentations on the drugs. Discussions inclu
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Non-Interactive Anonymous Router with Quasi-Linear Computation
Explore the concept of a Non-Interactive Anonymous Router with Quasi-Linear Computation, Receiver Insider Protection (RIP), Sender Insider Protection (SIP), and Multi-Client Functional Encryption. The comparison of anonymity notions in NIAR and the motivation behind the non-interactive anonymous shu
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Understanding and Overcoming the Challenges of Drug Use in School
The Student Support Unit at Baze University highlights the impact of school stress and the potential coping mechanisms, emphasizing the dangers of drug use. It explores the negative effects of drugs, including heroin, on physical and mental health. Dispelling myths about drugs, the content offers in
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The Opioid Crisis: A Timeline of Addiction and Recovery Efforts
The opioid crisis traces back to the invention of heroin in 1874 and the subsequent increase in opioid prescriptions in the mid-1990s. Reassurances from pharmaceutical companies led to a surge in opioid use for non-cancer pain, contributing to addiction and overdoses. Efforts to combat the crisis in
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Understanding Opioids and the Brain's Receptors
Opioids have a complex history, with substances like opium, morphine, and heroin playing significant roles. The opioid epidemic has highlighted the dangers associated with these drugs, including rising deaths due to fentanyl and synthetic opioids. Questions arise about why the brain has opioid recep
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APNA Substance Use Data Trends on COVID-Related Answers and Risk Factors
This report presents trends from 2016 to 2020 on various substance uses including alcohol, binge drinking, cigarettes, vaping, marijuana, prescription drugs, and heroin among others. Data shows fluctuations in past 30-day use percentages over the years. The association of COVID-related answers with
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