Is it time to head back to Africa?

[admin]

Jobs are scarce, economies are tight, should we be heading back home?

[degenerationxxx]

I've decided the one thing I just will never get used to is the (relative) inaccuracy used in numbers around here. This is likely because I'm an American, but more likely that I'm a socially backward asshole programmer. Could be a little of both.

There's the lateness thing, first. The level of relaxation, nay, apathy, around being somewhere on time is driving me batsh*t crazy. Seriously. If someone says to be out the door at 10am, and 2:30pm finds you getting into your car, you've got a problem. How hard is it to stand up, pick up your keys, get in your car and drive away.

I can get up from a dead sleep, shower and be in the car in 15 minutes. I'm lucky if this house is out the door by 1 or 2 in the afternoon. I was up at 8am this morning. These people didn't get in the car until 3:15pm to do the day's errands. Really.

At first I thought it was just basic CP Time (and no, Dear Reader, you're very likely not allowed to use or say that term. ) as many folks around here talk about African Time. Actually, most non-Western, even non-American groups, I have found to be really chill about time. But around here, it's out of control.

And not just time. All numbers. Here's some actual examples just from today.

How far is it?
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[ayliana]

though i am not an African citizen, but its my personal opinion that yes, one must head back to his or her motherland to contribute in whatever way possible. As a bird, no matter how far she dwells in the daylight but definitely returns to its nest by evening.

[krishre]

I assure you, career opportunities and quality education levels is abundant in south africa. so where educating your kids is concerned, they will receive quality. the cost of living is manageable for the skilled workers. but ofcourse, you know this already, as you have lived here as little as 3 years ago. In addition, having NZ working experience on your resume or CV makes you highly employable in south africa.

i suspect your motivation for leaving may be related to crime levels and political instability. those are very strong factors and can make any person wanna leave. and in recent times, not much as changed regarding this. however, i dont believe that the crime levels are that high and bad as depicted by the media. however, statistically, south africa has the most reported violent crimes when comparable to other countries. so, without question, yes crime is a problem.

I am south african, and this is my home. i would like to make a significant contribution to the country in terms of development, education and promote equality and erradicate poverty. even in achieving these elements in small amounts over my lifetime, i will be greatly satisfied. even if i were to emigrate, i will come back home.
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[krishre]

Should he quit hockey and go back to university? Maybe study history? Or risk another season on the bench in some outpost of the East Coast Hockey League?

The answers suddenly seemed insignificant the moment Shantz surveyed his surroundings off the coast of Tanzania in East Africa.

"You see dirt and coral roads," says Shantz, who volunteered with the charity African Impact. "Small stick-and-branch homes that are maybe 80 square feet."

The people of Zanzibar make an average of $250 US a year. Not surprisingly, about half of the population lives below the poverty line.

Infant mortality is about 83 deaths per 1,000 live births (compared to five in 1,000 live births in Canada.). Life expectancy is 48 years compared to 81 years in Canada.

Talk about a whole new world.

"There are no cars," Shantz says. "If you have a bicycle, you're doing well. But the culture is so rich there.

"Even though they don't have the wealthy status we strive for here, they very much have rich lives. You can see that in the community just by how much they care for one another."

Picturesque Zanzibar has a fledgling tourism industry with stunning beaches on the Indian Ocean, so fluency in English is the best ticket to steady employment.




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[Mr 007]

Actos is 'alternative' to banned diabetes drug Avandia
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A drug to treat diabetes, Actos, would be a "sensible alternative" to one which was banned last year, researchers have said.

Avandia, also known as rosiglitazone, was suspended by authorities in Europe, but is still available in the United States and Canada.

The study published on the BMJ website said patients taking Actos had fewer heart problems.

Diabetes UK said Actos was a very effective treatment.

Rosiglitazone and pioglitazone, which has the trade name Actos, are used to control blood sugar levels in patients with type-2 diabetes and both are known to increase the risk of heart failure.

The research team at the University of East Anglia compared the risks associated with each drug by analysing 16 studies of more 800,000 patients.

Rosiglitazone increased the risk of heart attack by 16%, heart failure by 23%, and death by 14% compared with pioglitazone.
Alternative

The report says: "For patients who need thiazolidinedione treatment, continued use of rosiglitazone may lead to excess heart attacks, heart failure and mortality, compared with pioglitazone, the effect on public health may be considerable."

Dr Yoon Loke, from the Univeristy of East Anglia, told the BBC: "For patients who have come off rosiglitazone, pioglitazone would be a sensible alternative."

"Although it's like jumping out of the frying pan and into the fire in some ways, pioglitazone can lead to fractures in women, is being evaluated for risk in bladder cancer and increases the risk of heart failure."

Deepa Khatri, clinical advisor at Diabetes UK, said people with diabetes should have as much choice as possible.

"Actos (pioglitazone) is still available on the European market for people with diabetes.

"For many people, Actos is a very effective treatment to help control blood glucose levels and Diabetes UK believes this drug should continue to be made available to ensure people with diabetes have as much choice as possible.

"Alternatives to Actos are available, however is it very important that people discuss treatment options with their healthcare team to assess the most appropriate form of medication to suit their individual needs."
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