Disclaimer: I-ACT neither endorses, approves, nor supports any products advertised in this Quarterly Newsletter.

These advertisements are provided to the membership by each advertiser. Additionally, the readers should assure themselves that the material presented herein is current and applicable at the time it is read. The authors cannot warrant that the material will continue to be accurate. Readers should verify statements before relying on them. No statement herein shall be considered a legal opinion nor a substitute for the advice of an attorney. For the most recent and complete interpretation of laws, please consult an attorney.

I-ACT recommends the use of currently registered FDA equipment and only disposable speculums, rectal tubes, or rectal nozzles. However, should the Therapist use reusable speculums, these speculums should, at a minimum, be autoclaved for sanitation and cleanliness (30 minutes). Additionally, the autoclave unit must be tested and inspected by competent authority at least four times per year- maintain documentation. (Under NO conditions should a disposable speculum or rectal tube be reused). I-ACT recognizes that the FDA classifies equipment used to instill water into the colon through a nozzle [speculum/rectal tube] inserted into the rectum to evacuate the contents of the colon into three distinct classes; Class I (Enema Kits), Class II and Class III (Colon Irrigation Systems). Follow the guidelines of your manufacturer, as approved by the FDA for the type of equipment (devices) you are using. Make no claims as to the use of your device other than those approved by the FDA. The main difference between Class I and Class II devices is that Class 1 devices do not have any safety features and manufacturers of Class I devices may not have any third party oversight as they do not have to comply with the good manufacturing practices that are required of Class II manufacturers. The FDA requires Class II devices to be sold on or at the order of a physician or healthcare practitioner. This may be different in each state. Purchase equipment at your own risk. Ensure you are in compliance with your local, state, federal and country guidelines. Ensure that equipment you purchase is cleared for use in your country. I-ACT recognizes there are two distinct types of colon irrigation systems; open and closed systems. However, it is I-ACT policy that the colon hydrotherapist / technician is always in attendance / or is immediately available to the client throughout the session. The degree of assistance is to be in compliance with the instructions of the manufacturer of the equipment as registered with the FDA, and/or as directed by a physician. The policy on insertion is to follow the instruction of the referring physician; the guidelines of the manufacturer as approved by the FDA; or the directives from the authority of your city, county, state, or country ordinances. I-ACT recommends that you do not put the initials (CT) for colon hydrotherapist after your name, write it out in full. According to most state laws, putting initials after your name is not allowed unless you are licensed or have a degree from an accredited professional school. I-ACT does not and cannot approve any literature, manuals, or other documents. The only materials that are I-ACT approved are materials that are generated and published from the I-ACT office. Advertising copy which states or implies that colon hydrotherapy can treat any disease, promise cure for any disease, or that makes unsubstantiated medical claims SHALL NOT be used. Additionally, I-ACT recommends each therapist not using FDA registered equipment consider upgrading their equipment to FDA registered equipment in the very near future.

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Aloha Members and Friends: 2009 is here! Happy New Year and Make this a Fantastic Year.

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Bacteria That Attack Guts More Widespread Than Believed, Study Finds
Hospital Report Higher Rates for C. diff
By Judith Graham | Tribune reporter November 12, 2008 A nasty germ that wreaks havoc in peoples guts is infecting hospital patients at rates much higher than previously estimated, according to a report released Tuesday. The study found that slightly more than 1 in every 100 hospital patients are struck by Clostridium difficile, commonly called C. diff. The bacterium can cause severe diarrhea, nausea and abdominal pain and sometimes leads to colon failure and death. Whats needed, experts suggest, are programs to improve cleanliness and hand-washing by hospital staff, as well as better control over antibiotics that can increase susceptibility to infections. This confirms what many of us have suspected: that this is a very widespread problem in virtually all hospitals, said Dr. Stuart Johnson, an associate professor of medicine at Loyola Universitys Stritch School of Medicine, who was not involved in the research. The study, which was conducted by the Association for Professionals in Infection Control and Epidemiology Inc., is the first to survey a large, nationally representative group of medical institutions on the extent of the bacteria in their facilities. All together, 648 hospitals in 47 states documented the germs impact on a single day this summer. The report has not been subjected to peer review. Thirteen out of every 1,000 patients in the hospitals either had C. diff infections or carried the bug on their bodiesa figure at least 6.5 times higher than previous estimates from smaller studies. Of those patients, more than 94 percent had infections. Extrapolating the findings to all U.S. hospitals, the researchers estimated that C. diff strikes as many as 7,178 hospital patients on any given day, and predicted about 301 people in this group will eventually die of complications related to infections. Separately, an April study by the federal Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality found that the in-hospital death rate for patients with C. diff was 9.5 percent, more than four times the overall 2.1 percent overall hospital death rate. Our concern is that C. diff is not getting the attention it deserves, said Kathy Warye, chief executive officer of the association of infection control practitioners. C. diff spores can live on hard surfaces for weeks or months, and the hardy germ resists every anti-contaminant except bleach. Yet rooms are cleaned with bleach often only after infection outbreaks, said Lisa McGiffert, director of the Stop Hospital Infections campaign at Consumers Union. Transmission typically occurs when health-care workers pick up spores on their hands and carry them elsewhere. Hit most often are older patients who are taking antibiotics, which kill off bacteria that normally inhabit their guts and allow C. diff to move in and flourish. Ten to 100 microscopic spores are sufficient to cause disease in patients, said Johnson of Loyola. This is a very insidious problem because these spores are very difficult to get rid of, he said. Of particular concern: The alcohol-based hand gels now omnipresent in hospitals arent effective against C. diff spores. But washing with soap and water helps by rinsing spores from hands. Meanwhile, even though a more virulent, sometimes drug-resistant form of C. diff has begun circulating in U.S. hospitals, fewer than 2 percent of medical centers perform cell cultures that can pinpoint bacterial strains, according to the new survey. Hospitals are failing to identify patients hit by this dangerous variant, said William Jarvis, author of the report and a former acting head of the hospital infections program at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Thats apparently what happened to Joan Corboy, 80, who lost 55 pounds in four months as antibiotics failed to control her diarrhea, according to her son, Dr. Ed Corboy. She likely picked up the bacterium in a Chicago-area hospital two years ago when she was being treated for severe foot ulcers. No one told us about drug-resistant forms of C. diff, said Ed Corboy, whose mother eventually recovered after being dosed with vancomycin, a last-line antibiotic. Too many doctors dont take these infections seriously, he said.

Congratulations I-ACT!!! This year is the 20th Year Anniversary of I-ACT. We were incorporated on December 21, 1989, and have been growing ever since. As we enter our 20th year, our membership exceeds 2600, and we have over 300 Instructors. FANTASTIC!!! We have had some ups and we have had some downs, but we have prevailed and are stronger than ever. Thanks to all of our members for helping us grow. As we enter 2009, it is worthwhile to stop and evaluate where we are and where we have been. Lets learn the lessons of the past and be prepared for the future. In spite of our growth, we find our world in financial turmoil, some corporations are failing, and many people are struggling. We could point the finger at others and blame them, but that will not solve anything. Now is not the time for pointing fingers and let us remember that if we point our forefinger at someone, there are three of our fingers pointing back at us. Let us learn that lesson and become individually responsible for our lives, for our business, and for our profession. Individual responsibility is a challenging concept, but a concept that is not only good for us, but good for our clients, good for our communities, good for our countries, good for the environment, good for the earth, and good for our profession. Take personal responsibility to help your clients help themselves. Take personal responsibility to run your business properly. Take personal responsibility to use FDA registered equipment. Take personal responsibility to maintain that equipment according to manufacturer guidelines and take personal responsibility to clean and disinfect your equipment according to manufacturer guidelines. Take personal responsibility for your own health and sanitation by wearing gloves and washing your hands thoroughly after each client. You can read on page 31 about a new germ that has been identified in our gut. Take personal responsibility to protect yourself. Finally, this is your profession, take personal responsibility to learn as much as you can about your profession. Plan now to attend the 2009 Convention. We are now only 6 months from our 2009 Convention. Please make plans to attend this gala event. This will be the celebration of our first 20 years. We (your board) are working hard to ensure that this will be the most memorable convention we have ever had. This convention is going to be held at the historic Indianapolis Union Station. This is a most unique Hotel with historical sculptures from the late 1800s and early 1900s. Some of the sleeping rooms are even in antique train sleeping cars, very unique and absolutely fantastic. Our entertainment will include a member of the Drifters and authentic Hawaiian dance and song. Register early and save money, in fact, set up a payment plan and make it easy on yourself by paying only $50.00 per month which will have your registration paid by the convention. Hop on the train and help us celebrate our 20th Anniversary. Thank you for your service to others and make 2009 the BEST YEAR yet. Sincerely, Russell Kolbo, D.C., N.D. I-ACT President 2 I-ACT Quarterly Winter 2009

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Your students may take an A&P course through their local community college or university. If they have taken an Anatomy & Physiology course for massage, and the school is a state licensed school, then if that course provided at least 45 hours of classroom time, that course will also count. There are two additional courses that may be used for the A&P Pre-requisites. Your student may take the Delmar course through CENGAGE Learning ONLY if you as the instructor or school register with Delmar and set up the program. It goes through you, Students may not just call Delmar, it doesnt work that way. The Instructor must Contact : Becky Chateauneuf, Cengage Learning 5 Maxwell Dr. Clifton Park, NY 12065 (p) 800.998.7498 x2698 or email :Becky.Chateauneuf@cengage.com Or - Introduction to Human Anatomy & Physiology 060908 - Course Author Dr. LarryJ. Milam, Ph.D., H.M.D. For questions on the course contact Lisa Garcia at lisagarcia@universitynaturalmedicine.org

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Information for Those Choosing to Use Cengage Learning for Their A&P Course
This course has been set up through I-ACT for Instructors to purchase for their students. Students may not place an order themselves. Interested members should speak to an instructor or call the I-ACT office directly with questions. This course is recognized by I-ACT ; it fulfills the I-ACT 3 Semester Hour Anatomy and Physiology requirement. 1. May I see a demo? Yes, follow the link below: View demo clip! http://www.healthcare.delmar.cengage.com/demos/a&ponline.htm Chapter 7: Skeletal System Chapter 15: The Lymphatic System Chapter 8: Articular System Chapter 16: Nutrition and Digestive System Chapter 9: Muscular System Chapter 17: The Respiratory System Chapter 10: Nervous System I Chapter 18: The Urinary System Chapter 11: The Nervous System Chapter 19: The Reproductive System Chapter 12: The Endocrine System Midterm Exam Chapter 13: The Blood Final Exam Chapter 14: Cardiovascular System 3. Is there a testbank or do I have to create my own quizzes and tests? Yes, there is a standard quiz for each chapter as well as a mid-term and a final exam. There are 35 questions in each of the chapter quizzes, 50 questions on the mid-term and 100 questions on the final exam. You must distribute these tests to your students in order for them to take them. 2. What does the course cover? Chapter 1: The Human Body Chapter 2: Chemistry of Life Chapter 3: Cell Structure Chapter 4: Cellular Metabolism Chapter 5: Tissues Chapter 6: The Integumentary System 4. Will my students receive a certificate upon completion of this course? Not from Cengage Learning. You, as the instructor, will provide a certificate of completion and a transcript for your student. Any additional questions regarding this should be addressed with I-ACT. 5. How long is the Course? Obviously the beauty of an online course is that learners learn at their own pace, so how long it takes may vary. We anticipate, though, about 3 hrs/week over 15 weeks, for a total of 45 hours. It does fulfill the I-ACT Anatomy & Physiology requirement. 6. Is there an expiration date? Yes, one year from the initial log- in. If you purchase more than 1 learning code, each learning code will have a separate expiration date 1 year from the initial log-in. 7. How is an order placed? I-ACT has established an account for you to purchase the Anatomy & Physiology Online Course from the publisher, Cengage Learning. A) B) C) D) E) F) G) H) Call or e-mail the I-ACT home office. I-ACT will verify that you are an instructor and will e-mail you an order form. Fill out the form and e-mail or fax it to I-ACTs representative at Cengage Learning who will place your order. Becky.chateauneuf@cengage.com (f) 518.373.6798 All orders must be prepaid with a credit card...provide your credit card number, the expiration date and the security code You will receive your instructor name and password as well as a learning code (which is what you will give to your students) via e-mail within two days. You will also receive instructions with screen shots to guide you through the course. Already established and have new students? E-mail Becky to request additional seats. (Becky.chateauneuf@cengage.com (f) 518.373.6798) Technical Questions? Call or e-mail the support line (on last page of your instruction letter) Questions about the course or supplemental products? E-mail Becky.

Notice of the Passing of, and Memories of Brenda Madan

We have just been notified that Brenda Madan passed away. She was one of those rare individuals that always tried to help others and was committed to helping others heal themselves. She will be missed. Our condolences and prayers are sent to her associates and her family. Thank you for letting us know about Brenda Madan. I just read this e-mail and called and heard by voice mail that Brenda has made her transition to the other side. Her daughter left the recording for clients who called the center. She said the center is closed through the 12th due to Brendas passing and her funeral. I left a heartfelt message of how we at I-ACT are all thinking of them and how much we appreciate them. I want you all to know what a great person Brenda was and is. I met her at my first regional Meeting a couple of years ago. She is a truck driver instructor by trade. Yet, she has a Colon Hydrotherapy center in Jesup, GA. It is in the middle of South Ga. Years ago, I used to sell health insurance and Jesup was part of my territory. I remember the town being a traffic light with a few small businesses, a gas station, bank, and grocery store. When Brenda Madan called and made arrangements for her, her two daughters, her good friend to all make the 5 hour trip up to Atlanta for the regional, I was tickled to hear she was from Jesup. I thought, this woman is really something to teach truckers how to truck, all the while operating a Holistic Health center where her daughters and friends run the place, see clients, etc. They all made the trip to the regional. Brenda paid for the rooms, their meals, everything so they could sit for their exams, and become certified with I-ACT. It was a big struggle for her to get them all there, as the center had to be closed down while all were away. I know this was a big expense for her. On top of everything, she wanted to become an Instructor with I-ACT, as well as her partner, Linda Bucey. So they both presented their 45 minute talks at the Regional. Brenda was such a gal full of a fighter spirit. I remember when she spoke, her voice went up an octave and she smiled and it was delightful. I told her how I loved her enthusiasm for A&P! We both had a good laugh and I gave her a great grade for her efforts. I thought she was a great teacher as she was such a believer in Colon Hydrotherapy and Holistic Health. She really pushed herself to do well. She brought her crew for several more regionals to complete their certification and continue toward her Instructor certification. The last time I saw Brenda was at the I-ACT Convention in Vegas this past year where she presented her A&P talk requirement. I remember the look of relief and exhilaration on her face as she let me know she had completed her talk in Vegas. She looked so pretty, all dressed up in her new outfit. They all enjoyed being in Vegas. She called not long after to let me know that she and her crew would be at my regional meeting this past Nov 1, 2008. She wanted them to finish up their requirements for certification. When they didnt come to the Regional, I thought maybe I would see them at the next one. I wish so badly I had called and found out why they didnt make it. Brenda Madan was an asset to our association. She was a jewel. She was bright, energetic, funny, full of love and caring person for her family, friends, and her clients. She took it upon herself to learn about Colon Hydrotherapy and Holistic Health and bring a center into a community where jobs and livelihood were provided to many. All the while she taught trucking to fund all of this. I am so glad to have known her. Her daughters are beautiful and loving just like Brenda. What good people. My, how she will be missed. I want all Colon Hydrotherapists to know she was a fantastic attribute to our profession. Thank you all for taking this time to read and honor a gifted soul who gave so much to so many. Truly, Pam Craig

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Regional Meeting Report - Southern California

Southern California Regional Meeting
While only 18 members turned out this time due to freeway closures stemming from the fire in our area, our Regional Meeting was great. It was wonderful to have Connie Allred with us. While it can be hard to make a topic like A&P fresh and interesting, France Robert brought this subject alive. Weve decided to have her speak at the two Spring Regional Meetings also, Teri Nero spoke about how essential electrolytes are, and her demos werer very powerful. Both presentations were wonderful, entertaining and informative. We had excellent group participation and interaction. We also had Dr. Guess talk about CASE-CH; our organization in CA which will work towards the process of Colon Therapy becoming licensed. The board is being formed, and we will have our first meeting on Dec 2. We will need everyones help and participation. If you have not joined, please consider doing so. Also, please feel free to call with any questions.

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Regional Meeting Report - Mid Atlantic

The Mid-Atlantic Regional Meeting took place November 8, 2008 in Cary, N.C. Nine members were in attendance, two of which were attending their first regional. Although we had a small group, what an education we all received as Dr John Pittman spoke on An Evidence Based Approach to Colon Hydrotherapy. In attendance: Darlene Barnes, Sonja Calle, Kim Dupre, Darlene Holloway, Bobbie Pallante, Juliette Partridge, Shari Meuborn, Lou Umscheid, Margaret Szalata, and Dr. John Pittman.

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Regional Meeting Report - SouthEast Asia Region

The 1st Regional meeting was attend by 6 I-ACT members and 3 non-members. They were: Dr. Edgar and Michoko Guess from California, USA; Ms. Carol Harley and Catherine Lee from Perth, Australia; Ms. Riani Susanto from Jakarta, Indonesia; Ms. Meiyanti and Lestari from Bali, Indonesia; Dr. Sylvester Yong from Singapore. In spite of the small crowd, it was a lively session which started with self introduction by those present. Dr. Yong then provided an update of I-ACT activities touching on the latest development relating to legal, educational, survey findings and convention issues. Slides of presentation are attached. After a short tea break, members joined in a round table discussion about issues relating to the procedure of colon hydrotherapy. It was an active discussion with input from all present. Details are summarized in an article which I intend to submit for publication in a later issue of I-ACT quarterly. As a first attempt at organising a Regional meeting, it was a bold attempt to bring therapists from the surrounding countries of Asia together for sharing and exchange. Due to the wide geographical regions, it was indeed heartening to find the participation of members from the different countries. Several other members indicated their interest but did not turn up due to personal commitment. They did expressed interest in attending future meetings. Given the encouragement, it is intended that Regional meetings will be held biannually. Location of meetings may shift to other countries or cities depending on the interest level.

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Regional Representative Corner By: Lila Reader

Winter 2009 Happy New Year! Despite the rough times we have faced over the last year with the high gas prices at one point and uncertainty of the economy, I am sure we can all count blessings that we do have in our lives. This will be an exciting year for I-ACT as we will celebrate our 20th Anniversary at the 2009 Convention in Indianapolis Indiana and we hope to see legislation passed in California, North Carolina and Washington. Please keep these opportunities in your thoughts and prayers for positive outcomes. With the addition of our new Regional Representatives there is increased activity and I hope our members will support and participate in the meetings, great effort is put into organizing each event. Our association is non-profit and does not exist and flourish without commitment from all of us. I-ACT connects each of us together and provides a referral database for the public. Thank you to the I-ACT Regional Representatives and their teams for holding meetings this fall. Have a Happy Healthy New Year, Lila Reader

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Scientific Review Committee By: Dr. Sylvester Yong

To elevate the practice of colon hydrotherapy to a more professional level, the Board has revised the educational and training syllabus. It is also working to develop a better understanding of the science underlying the practice of colon hydrotherapy. Several actions have been initiated in this direction. 1. Membership surveys This was carried out to determine therapists understanding of the procedure and their training requirements. 3 survey has since been conducted in 2007 and 2008. 2. Presentation by MDs This is an ongoing effort by the Board to invite reputable medical doctors to present at I-ACT conventions to touch on specific topics with relevance to colon hydrotherapy. 3. Development of a Teaching Manual This was only recently approved in Oct 2008. The manual will be a compilation of articles to provide useful information related to the procedure, instruments and practice of colon hydrotherapy. 4. Other actions - in planning by the Scientific Review Committee. What must be appreciated is the need for proper documentation of the procedure and its benefits if colon hydrotherapy is to be accepted as a useful health procedure. This can only be possible if members with experience and expertise are willing to come forward to offer their understanding of the procedure. Such information will need to be documented and preserved in print. This will then create the opportunity for review and discussion as well as learning and understanding. YOU CAN PLAY A PART ! Write in to share with others your understanding of the procedure of colon hydrotherapy. It may be a simple tip about preparing the client, supervision of client, how to handle difficult situations etc. Useful information will be included in the Teaching Manual. Submit your article to homeoffice@i-act.org 21

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US Regional Representatives
New England/New York
Beverley Small Maine Connecticut New York 212-496-8702 860-570-0100 Beverley_small@yahoo.com New Hampshire Vermont Massachusetts Rhode Island

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South Florida
Suzanne Gray - 813-871-3200 rclinic2@tampabay.rr.com South Florida

South Central
Debra Christian 903-593-4025 debra@dctexas.net Texas Oklahoma New Mexico

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A Bacterial Safe House A New Role for the Appendix

Entertainment at the 2009 Convention

By: Eric Ross

The function of the human appendix has long been a puzzle. The thin pouch branching off at the beginning of the large intestine appears to serve no purpose; in long-term studies, patients who have received appendectomies show no ill effects. And so, even healthy appendices are regularly removed during many completely unrelated surgeries. In the words of anatomist Alfred Romer, it would seem the appendixs main function is financial support of the surgical profession (1). In his 1849 book, The Descent of Man, Charles Darwin suggested that the appendix might be a vestigial structure a part of the digestive system that was useful at some earlier point in evolution, but has since lost its purpose. This seems to be the commonly held view among the general public. But there are problems with it. For example, an appendix is found in rabbits, wombats, and opossums, as well in the primates. This erratic pattern of appearances throughout evolutionary taxa suggests that the appendix is not vestigial and does indeed serve some purpose (1). But what is it? Recent research at Duke University may begin to answer this question. After an examination of the bacteria living in the appendix and large intestine, the researchers concluded that the appendix functions as a storage place for the good bacteria needed in the intestinal tract. According to William Parker, a co-author of the study, when a disease infects the intestines the appendix acts as a good safe house for bacteria (2). With a disease like dysentery, gut flora can be completely flushed from the intestine through diarrhea. When this happens, the bacteria living in the appendix can repopulate the intestinal tract (3). The study relied on an assessment of the biofilms present in the human intestine. A biofilm is a colony of bacteria living together on a solid surface or on an extracellular matrix produced by some other organism. They are common in many species: plants release sugars to support biofilms in their roots, which may assist in absorbing nutrients; corals secrete a mucus matrix to provide a home for biofilms that ward off harmful bacteria; even dental plaque is a biofilm (4). The Duke University team found high concentrations of biofilms in the appendix, with fewer and fewer further down the intestinal tract towards the rectum. But this didnt appear to jive with earlier research on the appendix it had been suggested that the appendix plays a role in the immune system, as evidenced by its high numbers of infection-fighting lymphoid cells (3). But if the appendix is an immune system organ, why is it full of bacteria? The answer can be found in the most commonly produced glycoprotein in the human body: secretory immunoglobulin A, or sIgA. sIgA is an antibody secreted in great quantities by lymph tissue in the intestines, in order to protect against pathogenic bacteria. But the mechanism of this protection was not understood until recently (5). It turns out that sIgA actually promotes biofilm formation in the intestine. Bacteria are better able to cluster together, as well as adhere to the intestinal wall, when sIgA is present. This seems to present a contradiction to sIgAs role in the immune system but in fact, sIgA just fights pathogens indirectly. It promotes clustering and biofilm formation among normal gut bacteria, and these thick biofilms make it difficult for foreign pathogens to breach the epithelial barrier (5). So the appendixs multitude of lymphoid cells may actually act to increase its concentration of bacteria (3). The final clue to the appendixs proposed role is its location in the digestive tract. As an offshoot of the cecum, at the beginning of the large intestine, it is relatively secluded from the flow of fecal matter. This seclusion, combined with the appendixs narrow opening, keep it safe from contamination by pathogens, making it an excellent safe house for gut flora (3). The researchers from Duke proposed that some of the biofilms in the appendix regularly slough off and flow down the digestive tract. In the event of an infection that wipes out gut flora, it is these offshoot bacterial colonies that will repopulate the intestine (3). So perhaps the appendix will no longer be viewed as a useless vestige of an earlier time. However, there is still the fact that appendectomies cause no detrimental effects doesnt this demonstrate pretty clearly that the appendix has no purpose? Well, sort of. In industrialized societies, modern medicine and food sanitation practices have practically eliminated the risk of intestine-flushing diseases like dysentery. So for the average American, this new study does not actually change the appendixs status it is still useless (3). However, in developing countries, the typical diet is less sanitary, and infections of the digestive tract are far more common. There, the appendix still serves its purpose (3). As modern medical and sanitation practices spread throughout the globe, perhaps the appendix will come to hold no value to anyone a truly useless vestige. But until that day, a little pride is in order; the world has finally recognized the value of the appendix.
References: 1. D. Theobald, The vestigiality of the human vermiform appendix (2007). Available at: http://www.talkorigins.org/faqs/vestiges/appendix.html (4 November, 2007). 2. Scientists may have found appendixs purpose Associated Press (2007). Available at: http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/21153898/index.html (4 November 2007). 3. R. Bollinger, A. Barbas, E. Bush, J. Theoretical Biology 249, 826 (2007). 4. Dr. John Lennox and Montana State Center for Biofilm Engineering, A Biofilm Primer (2006). Available at http://www.biofilmsonline.com/cgi-bin/biofilmsonline/ ed_intro_primer.html (5 November, 2007). 5. M.Everett, D. Palestrant, S. Miller, R. Bollinger, Clinical and Applied Immunology Reviews 4, 321 (2004). This entry was posted on Tuesday, April 8th, 2008 at 10:35 pm and is filed under Winter 2008. You can follow any responses to this entry through the RSS 2.0 feed. You can leave a response, or trackback from your own site. Mission The Dartmouth Undergraduate Journal of Science aims to increase scientific awareness within the Dartmouth community by providing an interdisciplinary forum for sharing undergraduate research and enriching scientific knowledge. Contact DUJS DUJS@dartmouth.edu - Tel: 603-646-9894 Dartmouth College, Hanover, NH 03755

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2009 I-ACT Convention 20th Anniversary Member Registration

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June 15, 2009 (Monday) Board Meeting June 16, 2009 (Tuesday) working meetings - including: Education Committee Meeting Mandatory Instructor / Schools Meeting Regional Rep Meeting Instructor Evaluators Meeting Mandatory New Instructor Meeting June 17, 2009 (Wednesday) Instructor Presentations* Vendor Setup** at Noon June 18 - 20 (Thursday thru Saturday) Convention Receptions on Thursday and Friday Semi-Formal Sit Down Dinner/Dance Saturday evening June 21, 2009 (Sunday) NBCHT Testing (requires authorization to test letter)

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