Once again in Google what one department can do is not adopted by another.

Once again in Google what one department can do is not adopted by another.

Like Google docs whyBlogger has none of its features?

I like tool for Voice typing .The only way for me to use this is to edit a blog post in docs then copy paste it in to Blogger.

Now don't get me started on the Nincompoop who has changed the  user interface.

it is a nightmare.

I am seriously thinking of changing over to Wordpress.

What happens when things are made free? they become scarce,unreliable and disappear.

 Looks like in India there is a lack of commonsense.

just like the previous Andhra Pradesh Government make Power free to all farmers leading to power cuts voltage fluctuations and. Pump Motors burning out.

The latest Supreme court verdict to make all tests ,even those by private labs to be made free will lead to many of those labs shutting their doors.

What happens when things are made free? 

they become scarce, unreliable and eventually disappear.

Do these politicians think COVID 19 cares about their importance.

I see a number of Indian and  Foreign Politicians while asking the general Public to wear masks and maintain social distancing  not caring to do the same themselves.

Even after UK PM got admitted to ICU there is no  change .

Karnataka

USA TRUMP

India

https://m.economictimes.com/news/politics-and-nation/video-of-ramdas-athawale-chanting-go-corona-go-corona-goes-viral/videoshow/74565649.cms

India Medical persons not using PPE properly

How to Check the Oxygen Purity of Your Oxygen Concentrator

After reading various sources,My conclusion is the only reliable way is to use an Oxygen analyzer.

All other methods are unreliable

This entry was posted on July 31, 2019 by Ryan Anthony.

Oxygen concentrators are important medical devices, but like all technology, they are prone to decline and will fail over time. In regards to oxygen concentrators, the purity of the oxygen coming from your concentrator is extremely important and should be functioning within a particular range.

When you set 2 liters per minute (LPM) on your device, you expect to get 2 LPM of at least >95% purified oxygen. However, when concentrators malfunction, you might think you are getting 2 LPM, but in reality, the concentration could be 85% or even lower. This poses a serious medical concern because, in this scenario, you will not be able to rely on your concentrator to deliver the oxygen concentration that you need.

In this article, we will discuss how to detect if your device needs a purity assessment and discuss some ways to accomplish it.

How Do You Know if Your Oxygen Concentrator Needs to Be Assessed For Purity?

While the only way to honestly know if your concentrator is not delivering the proper purity is by medical evaluation, there is one clue you should be aware of that could signal the need for an assessment. If you have chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), or some other pulmonary disease requiring oxygen, and you are not currently sick or experiencing an exacerbation, and you notice that you are feeling more fatigued or winded with activities that used to be easy—it might be time for an oxygen purity test.

That said, by the time this occurs, you might be facing an emergent need for a replacement, so it is not an ideal way to discover your oxygen concentrator needs a purity assessment.

Regular Maintenance for Oxygen Concentrators is the Way to Maintain Oxygen Purity

Like most home appliances, it is better to regularly maintain your devices to ensure proper function and to catch problems before they become emergencies. Oxygen concentrators are no different.

Regular maintenance involves 3 overall strategies:

Call Your Oxygen Concentrator Provider to Ask for an Oxygen Purity Assessment

Your oxygen concentrator supplier should be able to manually test your concentrator to ensure proper function at reasonable intervals. Ask your provider if they can schedule an appointment to assess your concentrator regularly and when you suspect a problem.

When they come out to test your device, they will use an oxygen analyzer to check the output flow from your device to assess whether the output is accurate against a control measure. These devices are highly reliable and will detect deviations in oxygen purity down to tenths of a percent.

Clean the Gross Filter Particle

One reason why your oxygen concentrator might be filtering oxygen at a lower purity level is that the filters need to be cleaned. Check your owner’s manual to see if your oxygen unit has a gross particle filter.

The gross particle filter should be cleaned regularly and replaced periodically. When the concentrator is on, ambient air has to first pass through the gross particle filter to clean the air of dust and debris. If this filter is not cleaned regularly, the build-up of dirt and debris can decrease the amount of purified oxygen that the concentrator can ultimately make. To clean the gross particle filter, follow the directions in your owner’s manual regarding how to remove, clean, and replace the gross particle filter.

Send Your Device to the Manufacturer for Repairs

Sometimes, the inner filter and components might also need maintenance. That is when you should send your oxygen concentrator back to the manufacturer or retailer for maintenance. You will not be able to clean the inner filters or components yourself without either potentially damaging the device or voiding the warranty, so it is best not take any chances and have professionals handle the repairs, especially since it is a medical device.

There is a 4th Option to Check for Oxygen Purity

While you can purchase your own oxygen analyzer and test your device yourself, there are 2 things to be aware of: price and calibration.
Oxygen purity analyzers are expensive, with the more affordable analyzers starting at a few hundred dollars. They are available all over the internet, but they can be pricey. If cost is no concern, having a home oxygen analyzer is a great way to track any deviations in the purity of your concentrator over time.

The other thing to be aware of is calibration. Oxygen analyzers are devices themselves, and like all devices, they drift and fail over time. The nice thing about oxygen analyzers is that they come with a self-calibration function, so you can do your own quality control test at home and ensure that you can get accurate purity readings.

Final Thoughts

Oxygen purity is an essential aspect of owning an oxygen concentrator or tank, yet it is rarely mentioned to patients. Generally speaking, most oxygen concentrators and tanks are regulated and tested to meet specific standards of purity, but now and then, defective units will make it out to the shipping truck. With this knowledge, you now have the tools to check the oxygen purity of your own oxygen therapy device or know how to request an assessment.

Published: July 7, 2014

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John Hopkins covid 19 incidence map and its statistics.These yankees are so sneeky!

John Hopkins covid incidence map and its statistics

John Hopkins covid incidence map and its statistics

 why it does not want to show that USA is the top country with the number of covid-19   Patients and covid-19 deaths.

 they tried to create an impression That Italy has still  the largest number of deaths.

 how do they do it?

 simply by dividing the whole country of USA into various States and sometimes even counties especially when it comes to New York.

 you can see for yourself.

https://coronavirus.jhu.edu/map.html

Types of Fiber and Their Health Benefits: Not every fiber is same

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Types of Fiber and Their Health Benefits

There are several types of fiber. Each works differently in your body and gives you distinct health perks. You may be familiar with the terms "soluble fiber" and "insoluble fiber," but within each of those labels are many different kinds of the nutrient.

All types of soluble fibers slow digestion, so it takes longer for your body to absorb sugar (glucose) from the foods you eat. This helps prevent quick spikes in your blood sugar levels -- an important part of managing diabetes. Soluble fibers also bind with fatty acids, flushing them out of the body and helping to lower LDL (bad) cholesterol.

Insoluble fibers help hydrate and move waste through your intestines. That's one thing it does that helps prevent constipation and keeps you regular.

Most of us get both types of fiber from foods and supplements. You can get the nutrient from fruits, vegetables, nuts, beans, and grains. “Functional” fiber is extracted from its natural sources, and then added to supplements or fortified foods and drinks to boost their fiber content.

Most nutritionists say to get fiber from whole foods because they're healthy in other ways, too. But if you don’t get enough from your diet, fiber supplements can help fill in the gap. And evidence shows that most of us aren’t getting enough. The average person only gets about half of the fiber needed daily. Women 50 and younger should try to get 25 grams a day, and men should shoot for 38 grams.

Aim to eat a wide variety of different types of fiber. This chart shows the most common types of dietary and functional types and explains where they come from and how they can keep you healthy.

Types of Fiber	Soluble or Insoluble	Sources	Health Benefits
Cellulose, some hemicellulose	Insoluble	Naturally found in nuts, whole wheat, whole grains, bran, seeds, edible brown rice, skins of produce.	"Nature's laxative": Reduces constipation, lowers risk of diverticulitis, can help with weight loss.
Inulin oligofructose	Soluble	Extracted from onions and byproducts of sugar production from beets or chicory root. Added to processed foods to boost fiber.	May increase "good" bacteria in the gut and enhance immune function.
Lignin	Insoluble	Found naturally in flax, rye, some vegetables.	Good for heart health and possibly immune function. Use caution if you have celiac disease or are gluten intolerant.
Mucilage, beta-glucans	Soluble	Naturally found in oats, oat bran, beans, peas, barley, flaxseed, berries, soybeans, bananas, oranges, apples, carrots.	Helps lower bad LDL cholesterol, reduces risk of coronary heart disease and type 2 diabetes. Use caution if you have celiac disease or are gluten intolerant.
Pectin and gums	Soluble (some pectins can be insoluble)	Naturally found in fruits, berries, and seeds. Also extracted from citrus peel and other plants boost fiber in processed foods.	Slows the passage of food through the intestinal GI tract, helps lower blood cholesterol.
Polydextrose polyols	Soluble	Added to processed foods as a bulking agent and sugar substitute. Made from dextrose, sorbitol, and citric acid.	Adds bulk to stools, helps prevent constipation. May cause bloating or gas.
Psyllium	Soluble	Extracted from rushed seeds or husks of plantago ovata plant. Used in supplements, fiber drinks, and added to foods.	Helps lower cholesterol and prevent constipation.
Resistant starch	Soluble	Starch in plant cell walls naturally found in unripened bananas, oatmeal, and legumes. Also extracted and added to processed foods to boost fiber.	May help manage weight by increasing fullness; helps control blood sugars. It increases insulin sensitivity and may reduce the risk of diabetes.
Wheat dextrin	Soluble	Extracted from wheat starch, and widely used to add fiber in processed foods.	Helps lower cholesterol (LDL and total cholesterol),and may lower blood sugar and reduce risk for heart disease; more research is needed. Avoid if you have celiac disease or are gluten intolerant.

WebMD Medical Reference Reviewed by Melinda Ratini, DO, MS on June 1, 2018

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"Dietary Guidelines for Americans, 2010," U.S. Health and Human Services.

Slavin, J. Journal of the American Dietetic Association, 2008.

Slavin, J. Journal of International Medical Research, January 2009.

Higbee, J. Nutrition and Metabolism, 2004.

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Linus Pauling Institute Micronutrient Information Center.

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