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Russia is China's main log supplier and has implemented a series of log export control policies. The implementation of Russia's export control policy has inevitably had an impact on China's timber processing industry. This paper uses breakpoint regression to analyse the impact of the increase in the import price of logs under the Russian log export control policy on the market price of timber products in China. The results show that under the control policy, the increase in log import prices had a significant positive impact on the timber product market when April 2008, January 2010 and January 2019 were the breakpoints. Due to the lag effects in price transmission, the impact on China's timber product market was not reflected when July 2007 and January 2018 were the breakpoints. Based on the research conclusions, this paper puts forward some suggestions from the perspective of China's log supply security. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Currently, kombucha can not only be made from tea but also other substrates such as fruit, vegetables, herbs and spices. This research presented the usage of white turmeric with various concentrations as kombucha substrate to enhance the bioactivity of white turmeric. The study used a Randomized Block Design (RBD) with one factor of white turmeric concentration (0.2%, 0.4%, 0.6%, 0.8%, 1.0%) with three replications each. White turmeric powder was made into drinks with determined concentrations, then fermented into kombucha by SCOBY culture at room temperature for 12 days. Physicochemical characteristics such as acidity content (pH), total sugars, total phenolics, and antioxidant activity was analyzed along with identification of bioactive compounds. The data obtained was analyzed statistically using ANOVA (Analysis of Variance) and Fisher's LSD (Least Significance Different) test at p < 0.05. The best treatment was determined with Zeleny's method. Research showed that kombucha fermentation changed pH, decreased total sugar content, enhanced total phenolic content, and improved antioxidant activity also increased bioactive compounds of white turmeric. The best results were obtained in kombucha with 0.8% (w/v) white turmeric concentration with the characteristics as follows: pH of 3.52 ± 0.02, total sugar content of 3.34% ± 0.08%, total phenol content of 174.20 ± 0.83 mg GAE/ml, and antioxidant activity IC 50 of 113.07 ± 1.54 ppm. • The white turmeric kombucha in 0.8% (w/v) of white turmeric rhizomes has excellent antioxidant activity with the characteristics as follows: pH of 3.52 ± 0.02, total sugar content of 3.34% ± 0.08%, total phenol content of 174.20 ± 0.83 mg GAE/ml, and antioxidant activity IC 50 of 113.07 ± 1.54 ppm. • The kombucha fermentation produce organic acids, amino acids, and vitamins shown at LC/MS results. • The fermentation has proven that SCOBY enhance the bioactivity of white turmeric bioactive compounds both phenolic and non-phenolic. • The most prominent potential function of white turmeric kombucha based on the identification of bioactive compounds is as an anticancer. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

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Résumé Objectifs Cette étude vise à évaluer la faisabilité d’un suivi en télésurveillance chez des patients insuffisants cardiaques et la possibilité d’optimiser le traitement à domicile. Méthodes Quatre-vingt-trois patients insuffisants cardiaques ont bénéficié d’un suivi durant ou juste après une phase de décompensation. La télésurveillance a duré 14 jours avec le recueil des mesures standards : poids, pression artérielle et électrocardiogramme (ECG) 1 piste pour l’analyse de la fréquence et des temps de conduction. Il a été évalué la faisabilité d’un tel suivi et le bénéfice pour l’ajustement des traitements délivrés selon les résultats pour optimiser la prise en charge. Résultats La population est de 29 femmes et 54 hommes avec un âge moyen de 78 ans. Quarante et un pour cent de forme avec une fonction systolique préservée (FE de 56 %) et 59 % avec une fonction systolique altérée (FE de 34 %). Cinquante-sept pour cent sont en fibrillation auriculaire (FA). Le taux de BNP est de 930. La perte moyenne de poids est de 2,0 kg (80,3 à 78,3, p < 0,0001), liée une augmentation de 50 % des doses des diurétiques. Il s’agit d’un critère pronostique lors de poussées œdémateuses prédisant l’hospitalisation si la perte n’est pas rapide (−0,3 kg contre −2,2 kg). L’effet est renforcé par la mise sous SPIRONOLACTONE passant de 31 à 64 %. Pour la pression artérielle (PA), la baisse est limitée à 6 mmHg pour la systolique (133 à 127, p = 0,002) et 7 mm pour la diastolique (81 à 74, p < 0,0001), permettant l’initiation (61 à 72 % des cas) ou la majoration des bloqueurs du SRAA. La fréquence (FC) passe de 87 à 73/min (−14/min), p < 0,0001, plus importante en cas de FA (−17/min), par les mises sous B- de 57 à 69 % et surtout l’IVABARDINE passant de 7 à 35 %, si le rythme est sinusal, avec une baisse significative de 79 à 69 ( p < 0,0001). ECG 1 piste : dans 74 % des cas. Cent treize tracés sont réalisés par patient pour un contrôle du rythme ou de la FC lors de FA, surveiller quotidiennement le PR (B-), QT (20 % sous Amiodarone) ou QRS (> 130 ms dans 30 % des cas) posant indication d’une resynchronisation. Dix patients ont eu des événements graves soit 12 % d’événements : 3 décès et 7 hospitalisations pour récidive d’insuffisance cardiaque. Conclusion L’insuffisance cardiaque se caractérise par un taux élevé de réadmission avec un coût économique significatif. La télésurveillance a un potentiel pour améliorer la prise en charge en ambulatoire. Les interventions réalisées contribuent à optimiser la thérapeutique et sécuriser la prise en charge à domicile avec un impact sur la baisse de la fréquence, le contrôle du poids, le contrôle de la pression artérielle et la surveillance des temps de conduction. Summary Purpose The study aimed to assess the feasibility of telemonitoring follow-up of heart (HF) patients and the possibility of optimising treatment at home. Methods Eighty-three heart failure patients were enrolled for the follow-up during or just after decompensation. Telemonitoring data was recorded over a 14-day period and included standard measurements: weight, blood pressure and single-channel electrocardiogram (ECG) for analysing heart rate and conduction times. We evaluated feasibility of this monitoring and the benefit of adjusting patients’ treatment according the results in order to optimise treatment. Results The population comprised 29 women and 54 men, with a mean age of 78 years. Forty-one percent have preserved systolic function (FE 56%) and 59% have systolic dysfunction (FE 34%). BNP at inclusion is 930. Fifty-seven percent presented with atrial fibrillation (AF), 22% with hypertension and 27% with coronary diseases. NYHA = 3. Follow-up comprised 14 days ± 7 days. Weight: the average weight loss was 2.0 kg (80.3 to 78.3, P < 0.0001), linked to a 50% increase in diuretic doses. This is a prognosis criterion in the case of oedematous flare-ups that predict hospitalisation if there is no rapid weight loss (−0.3 kg vs. −2.2 kg). The effect is enhanced by administration of SPIRONOLACTONE, increasing doses from 31 to 64%. Blood pressure (BP): lowering is limited to 6 mmHg for the systolic BP (133 to 127, P = 0.002) and 7 mmHg for the diastolic BP (81 to 74, P < 0.0001), enables initiation (61 to 72% of cases) or increase of angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors. Heart rate: heart rate dropped from 87 to 73/min (−14/min), P < 0.0001 with greater reduction in cases of AF (−17/min), thanks to an increase in heart rate control medications: 57% to 69% for beta blockers and 7 to 35% for IVABARDINE in cases of sinus rhythm, with a significant reduction of 79 to 69 ( P < 0.0001). Single-channel ECG: in 74% of the cases. One hundred and thirteen ECGs were realised per patient (loop recorder) to control rhythm or heart rate in cases of AF. Conduction times were monitored daily: PR (B-), QT (20% with Amiodarone) or QRS (> 130 ms in 30% of cases) in order to evaluate the possibility of cardiac resynchronisation therapy. At the end of follow-up: 3 deaths and 7 hospitalisations (12%). Conclusions HF poses a significant economic burden on our health-care resources with very high readmission rates. Remote monitoring has a substantial potential to improve the management and outcome of patients with HF. Therapeutic interventions contribute to optimise heart failure treatment and secure ambulatory follow-up through a targeted action on decreased heart rate and weight loss, BP monitoring and ECG conduction time measurement values. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Background: Intradermal injections of botulinum toxin are effective but transitory in primary palmar hyperhidrosis. These injections are repeated when the symptoms recur. We do not know how the duration of efficacy changes when injections are repeated. Objective: In this retrospective study, we aimed to investigate the change in the duration of efficacy of botulinum toxin A (Dysport, Ipsen, Boulogne-Billancourt, France) with the repetition of injections in patients with primary palmar hyperhidrosis. Methods: From May 2001 to April 2012, 28 patients were treated with a dose of 250 U of botulinum toxin A per palm. We compared the duration of efficacy of the first and last toxin injections. Results: The median duration of efficacy was 7 months for the first injection and 9.5 months for the last, the difference being statistically significant (P = .0002). Limitations: Study limitations include a relatively small number of patients treated at a single center and evaluated retrospectively. Conclusion: To our knowledge, this study is the first to report a significant increase in the duration of efficacy of botulinum toxin A injections with the repetition of injections in patients with primary palmar hyperhidrosis. The reasons for this effect may be linked to the mechanism of action of botulinum toxin, and may improve our understanding of its pharmacologic effects. [Copyright &y& Elsevier]

Background: Intradermal injections of botulinum toxin are effective but transitory in primary axillary hyperhidrosis. These injections are repeated when the symptoms recur. The reported duration of efficacy is variable, from 2 to 24 months, but it is unknown how the duration of efficacy changes when injections are repeated. Objective: In this retrospective study, we aimed to evaluate changes in the duration of efficacy of botulinum toxin injections (Dysport, Ipsen, Boulogne-Billancourt, France) with the repetition of injections in patients with axillary hyperhidrosis. Methods: From May 2001 to April 2012 inclusive, 83 patients were treated with a dose of 125 U per underarm. We compared the duration of effect of the first and last toxin injections. Results: The median duration of efficacy for the first injection was 5.5 months, whereas that for the last injection was 8.5 months. The difference between these 2 durations is statistically significant (P = .0002). Limitations: Although retrospective and based on the declarative, this work is the first to our knowledge to highlight this benefit of treatment and to evaluate botulinum toxin over such a long period (11 years). Conclusion: There appears to be an increase in the duration of efficacy of botulinum toxin A injections with the repetition of injections in patients with primary axillary hyperhidrosis. The reasons for this effect may be linked to the mechanism of action of botulinum toxin, and may improve our understanding of its pharmacologic effects. [Copyright &y& Elsevier]

There are seven silver and brass charms called khiar ("cucumber") in the Armenian History Museum's collection of amulets. They originated in Moks, Gyavash and other regions of Western Armenia and in Yerevan (Eastern Armenia) in the 19th century. These ornamented charms with pendants and chains are prismatic and cylindrical in shape. They are hollow and are supposed to have written prayers inside them, though only one paper is preserved. Like the plant itself, these khiar-s symbolize the phallus with its connotations of fertility, fruitfulness, renewal, rebirth, revival. These objects are also believed to give protection from evil spirits and the evil eye. Owing to these meanings women used to wear khiar-s, believing that the objects would protect them from harm and help them to have children. In popular beliefs it was common to ascribe preternatural power to parts of the human body. And the most important parts were the endings - head, feet, hair, nails and phallus, which embodied the idea of growth and initiated life. Phallic decorations of different periods are valuable not only from the point of view of folk beliefs but also as precious samples of decorative art. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

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