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Do opioids help lower back pain? People with chronic low back pain might get “modest, short-term pain relief” from opioids. But when it comes to long-term treatment, evidence to support the effectiveness of opioids is “lacking.” Which is better for back pain oxycodone or hydrocodone? The study found no significant differences between the two drug […]

Is ESG surgery safe? Researchers observed an overall rate of moderate adverse events of 1.3% and reported no severe or fatal adverse events. “Our results suggest that ESG is safe and effective, with durable long-term results for at least up to 5 years after the procedure,” Sharaiha and colleagues wrote. Can I get liposuction after […]

How many VC winners are there in Australia? The Victoria Cross has been awarded to 100 Australians, including five Australians serving with South African and British units. Australians have been awarded the Victoria Cross in the following conflicts: 6 in the Boer War 1899-1902. 64 in World War I 1914-1918 (9 at Gallipoli) Who was […]

Who owns the lithium mines in Chile? Two main companies control Chile’s lithium extraction industry: Albemarle, a U.S.-based company that also controls the largest lithium operations in Australia, and Sociedad Química y Minera de Chile (SQM), Chile’s largest lithium mining company. Why is there so much lithium in Chile? As demand for lithium has rapidly […]

Does Shoyoroll run big? Since our gis run a little bigger, we usually recommend that you go down a size if you like your gi to be on the fitted side. Disclaimer: Fit is very important to us and making sure people get in the right size is our #1 goal. How much do Shoyoroll […]

How do you reduce phase noise in PLL? Q. How do I optimize PLL design for phase noise? A. Use low N-value: Since phase noise is multiplied up from the PFD (reference frequency) at a rate of 20 logN, reducing N by a factor of 2 will improve system phase noise by 3 dB (i.e., […]

What Beatles albums are worth money? Which Beatles collectibles offer the most bang for the buck? SGT. THE BEATLES MONO COLLECTION (BMC 10) 1982 $340. LET IT BE (Apple PXS 1) 1970 $290. BEATLES FOR SALE (Parlophone PCS 3062) 1964 $290. WITH THE BEATLES (Parlophone PCS 3045) 1963 $270. WITH THE BEATLES (Parlophone PMC 1206) […]

Are bivvy bags any good? It is not as sturdy as the heavier Terra Nova Jupiter so will no doubt be more susceptible to wear and tear. But, all in all, it is a really good bag for the price, especially given how light it is. (N.B. Alpkit have recently released a hooped bivvy that […]

How do you melt chocolate smores over a fire? Use a melting block There’s nothing worse than chocolate that just doesn’t melt in your s’more. Avoid this by using a melting block. Just set a scrap of 2 x 4-inch wood at the edge of your fire (away from the flame!) where it’s nice and […]

What is ESA in email? Cisco Email Security Appliance (ESA) is a virtual, all-in-one appliance that provides protection against spam, malware, viruses, and other inbound and outbound email threats and annoyances. How does the ESA distinguish between incoming and outgoing messages within the mail flow policies? Incoming and outgoing follow the general ESA rule for […]