A+b/a=a/b≡?'s past comments

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  A+b/a=a/b≡?Sep. 14, 2012 - 10:24PM JST

  You think commenting on it is getting involved? Oh dear!

  You think bickering proves anything? Oh dear!!

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  A+b/a=a/b≡?Sep. 14, 2012 - 10:21PM JST

  Having sex with a drunk person IS rape.

  I completely agree!

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  A+b/a=a/b≡?Sep. 11, 2012 - 09:35AM JST

  What is troubling about this story is that the medical establishment did not make a statement. Perhaps one is pending? I am certainly not surprised, this happened. Although, it happens in every country.

  Having worked with and alongside physicians, here in Japan, in my experience many doctors are superb -unfortunately, a large part of them depart Japan for further training or better jobs overseas. Furthermore, traditional medical training in Japan consists of 6 years, after HS graduation. And, at the end of medical school, take the National Medical License examination and, if they pass it, become a Physician and register in the record in the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare.... for LIFE!

  Life-time licenses: Physicians and nurses are licensed for life with no requirement for license renewal, continuing medical or nursing education and no peer or utilization review. No need to re-train, no residency programs, no Board certifications, and no GME program. If a doctor wants to take a break for 10 years, then return to practice medicine, he is free and clear to do so with no need for re-certification.

  Posted in: Fake doctor examines 2,300 patients

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  A+b/a=a/b≡?Sep. 10, 2012 - 11:03PM JST

  **“natsu-bate” ;“PET bottle syndrome”... cute names.

  Let me make sense of this quakery:

  1. >"The first is a warning over acute diabetes that develops through overconsumption of sweetened soft drinks—referred to by some as the “PET bottle syndrome.”

  First of all, there is no such thing as ACUTE diabetes. There is Diabetes Type I or II. Acute does not fit the medical diagnosis. What he should be referring to is called Acute Hyperglycemia. And, over consumption of sweetened drinks does not lead to diabetes, albeit it can be a contributing factor (as well as genetics, diet, lack of exercise, and many other factors). Example: 2 people love drinking many sweetened drinks each day.... will both get diabetes? NO! One might, neither might, both might... it depends on many other factors.

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  "..one of the characteristics of “natsu-bate,” says Dr Tsuyoshi Kawamura, is chronic dehydration. If neglected, this may cause the pulse rate to increase and blood pressure to rise, and if prolonged, may also lead to hardening of the blood vessels"

  Secondly, It is ridiculous for this doctor to refer to high pulse rate as a separate condition from high blood pressure. Both must and are always tied to each other. You have high pulse rate... it means you have a high blood pressure. You have a high blood pressure.... your pulse rate will be high. Basic A&P.

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  "Capillaries in the skin ..." Just not even going to remark on this nonsense.

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  "He advises anyone who notices weight loss, dry throat and frequent urge to urinate to seek medical advice." These symptoms are not "pet bottle syndrome" but actually Diabetes Mellitus (DM)!!

  The most common symptoms of DM are those of hyperglycemia: an osmotic diuresis caused by glycosuria leading to urinary frequency, polyuria, and polydipsia that may progress to orthostatic hypotension and dehydration. Severe dehydration causes weakness, fatigue, and mental status changes. Symptoms may come and go as plasma glucose levels fluctuate. Hyperglycemia can also cause weight loss, nausea and vomiting, and blurred vision.

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  "Dr Zohei Kaku suggests diluting sports drinks at a 1:1 ratio with water and adding a teaspoon of table salt"

  Dr. Yamanaka seems to be stuck in some time-warp. Medical experts no longer view the drinking of salt with water as a smart way to treat dehydration, and especially not at an average IV drip rate of 120gtts/min (how is that even possible?!). By consuming additional salts, the human body is not able to absorb more water, it will actually cause more water to be "carried out" of the body and lead to dehydration.

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  "After 40 or more days of constant exposure to air conditioning, people should also be concerned about the so-called “disuse syndrome”

  Disuse Syndrome has nothing to do with AC usage. It is actually a medical term used in nursing homes! This condition derives from complete inactivity, as in patients who are not ambulatory, not from enjoying a lazy weekend with the AC on. How ridiculous!

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  "The functions of the bones and joints decline. Along with increasing their physical activity, people should consume more milk and yogurt to boost their calcium and also eat eggs and other sources of vitamin D"

  WRONG! 100% ill-advised and contrary to any real medical advice. I am shocked. Any medical expert knows: Dairy products (especially cow's milk and the milk protein β casein) have been linked to be a cause for Type I DM in infants/children.

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  "To prevent lifestyle diseases, people should walk at least 8,000 paces per day"

  I am not sure where he got this medical data, But it is good sound advice... and probably the only advice that makes any medical sense in this story.

  Posted in: Weariness from prolonged heat causing health problems

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  A+b/a=a/b≡?Aug. 26, 2012 - 12:11PM JST

  You can take or leave what I say.

  Please feel free to take or leave what I say as well.

  those heading to Taiji are attempting to do

  I invite you to not infringe on the rights of those heading to Taiji to express their freedom of speech as well. And, challenge you to listen to your own advice.

  Posted in: Ric O’Barry and his group to return to Taiji to oppose dolphin hunt

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  A+b/a=a/b≡?Aug. 14, 2012 - 10:03AM JST

  In Korea, all males over the age of 18 are required by a Conscript Law to serve. Military service is one of the Four Constitutional Duties.

  Posted in: S Koreans start 230-km swim to disputed islands

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  A+b/a=a/b≡?Aug. 12, 2012 - 04:22PM JST

  @Beerbelly:

  I've met people who received special wavers to join the military after committing a crime.

  You do realize that your own post contradicts your previous statement. Right?

  Criminals given the choice of jail or enlistment.

  WAIVERS are different than being "given a choice between jail or enlistment", very, very different.

  Posted in: Alleged rape incident at Atsugi may grate on nagging defense issues

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  A+b/a=a/b≡?Aug. 05, 2012 - 09:23AM JST

  She offers a service that stems from her diagnosis of the sickness at major companies—the loss of the innovative spirit.

  While Chiaki Hayashi had previously been in the spotlight as a reporter of business news, and for some reason got a PMP -it most definitely does not make her a business expert. Working in the actual companies, year after year, and seeing the internal workings of a company is the way to gain experience to make sound judgements and give effective advice. But, it seems that Japan, Inc. can swallow the "bitter (truth) pill" from someone within their ranks easier than from an outsider.

  She offers a service that stems from her diagnosis of the sickness at major companies—the loss of the innovative spirit....Top Japanese companies have a load of talented hardworking people, but they have become so obsessed with rigidity like quality control in mass production that their thinking has grown static, and they can’t figure out where to start or how to change, she said.

  It is not the first time a TV personality has made an entry into mainstream business or politics without the credentials necessary for sustainable and viable application. But, if Japan, Inc. is serious about its fast approaching future, it should listen to SOMEONE.

  “But I’ve never been busier, doing a ton of different things, to really give back to society, and to reinvigorate the creative spirit and become a more entrepreneurial society again because it used to be here,” said Saito.

  Unfortunately, even the business schools/programs in Japan have failed to see the need to see any requirement to teach entrepreneurship as a course -elective or otherwise. Sometimes, in my experience, I have seen such courses ignite the spirit of an entrepreneur.

  Posted in: Decline of entrepreneurship blamed for Japan's woes

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  A+b/a=a/b≡?Aug. 03, 2012 - 10:27AM JST

  This story is about OSAKA. While we westerners sometimes are quick to inject our values and make judgements that assume our police forces are that much better, we know that is not true. It is true that Japan's police force needs a serious adjustment. But, no one nation or city is beyond reproach. Any changes that Japan makes, will only abate this sort of behavior but will never eradicate it. Essentially, the status quo in Japan needs to be address and changed quickly to protect minors more effectively.

  Posted in: Osaka police officer accused of raping teenage girl at beach

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  A+b/a=a/b≡?Aug. 01, 2012 - 10:30PM JST

  I used to be able to get nice typhoon reports from the JTWC site, but it no longer works for me. I recommend the following site. (Just click on the blue map to see typhoon tracking/prediction.

  http://tropicalstormrisk.com/

  Posted in: 2 typhoons approaching southern Japan

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  A+b/a=a/b≡?Aug. 01, 2012 - 10:07AM JST

  Sony, Panasonic/National, Sharp, are all brands that have been shuttering plants and moving them overseas. What's japan going to have to export?

  Are you assuming no other nations follow this pattern? Really?

  Posted in: Teetering euro, U.S. drought may send yen toward 50-to-$1 level

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  A+b/a=a/b≡?Jul. 31, 2012 - 02:45PM JST

  How about a textbook called Economics 101?

  I have never seen a textbook called Economics 101. I do not agree with your reasoning.

  Posted in: Teetering euro, U.S. drought may send yen toward 50-to-$1 level

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  A+b/a=a/b≡?Jul. 31, 2012 - 02:16PM JST

  @kurisupisu:

  Toyota's 2010 Prius has a Solar Roof option

  http://gm-volt.com/2009/01/22/on-the-2010-prius-solar-roof/

  Posted in: DENSO develops vehicle-to-home power supply system for electric vehicles

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  A+b/a=a/b≡?Jul. 31, 2012 - 01:43PM JST

  @kurisupisu:

  Superb URL link. Good read. Thanks.

  Posted in: Former Fukushima plant chief rushed to hospital with cerebral hemorrhage

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  A+b/a=a/b≡?Jul. 31, 2012 - 01:40PM JST

  I do agree with most of the posts. The unemployment rates are statistics. And, as many have heard "Lies, damned lies, and statistics" can sometimes be persuasive and sway opinions.

  I think the point of the article is things are looking up -and as a result that is good for Japan.

  Posted in: Japan's jobless rate down to 4.3% in June

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  A+b/a=a/b≡?Jul. 31, 2012 - 01:00PM JST

  ....he was a U.S. Navy military police officer who was less-than-honorably discharged

  He is not military. He is a civilian.

  Posted in: American man attempts to smuggle meth disguised as Snickers candy bars to Japan

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  A+b/a=a/b≡?Jul. 31, 2012 - 12:46PM JST

  I search ans search...

  Almost 200 nations have agreed to work out a new deal by the end of 2015 to combat climate change, after repeated setbacks. China, the United States and India are now the top national emitters of greenhouse gases.

  ...any where I can find the list? Are China, US, and India among the list?

  Anyway, good news for earth and humanity.

  Posted in: Evidence for climate extremes, costs, gets more local

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  A+b/a=a/b≡?Jul. 31, 2012 - 12:07PM JST

  “By taking shares (worth one trillion yen), the fund shall take more than half of the voting rights… in order to ensure achievement of three goals of ‘compensation, decommissioning, and stable (electricity) supply,’” it said.

  Hope it is a step in the right direction for Japan. I think it is. Time will tell.

  Posted in: TEPCO gets Y1 tril in public funds, putting it under gov't control

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  A+b/a=a/b≡?Jul. 31, 2012 - 11:59AM JST

  Dog: I'll agree with Farmboy and say:

  Dog,... That's nonsense.

  Posted in: Teetering euro, U.S. drought may send yen toward 50-to-$1 level

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  A+b/a=a/b≡?Jul. 31, 2012 - 10:04AM JST

  @Ah

  someone always catches attention by being the most extreme, the above is very unlikely

  Well, in 1995 it was at 80. Anything is possible.

  @Jefflee

  A really strong yen will make imports, like energy, cheaper improving consumers' standard of living. Since Japan runs big current account surpluses, it can afford to take advantage of having a strong currency, rather than cry about it. The problem is a mindset that hasn't changed since the 1960s. Exporting more TV sets ain't an option anymore.

  Can you just please provide some references, data, anything to back your claims? I'd like to see it.

  Posted in: Teetering euro, U.S. drought may send yen toward 50-to-$1 level