#Rodent Prevention Services

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Rodent Prevention Services

Use our professional rodent prevention services to keep your house or place of business safe. We perform comprehensive inspections and use environmentally safe treatments to remove rodents permanently. Contact us now for long-lasting protection!

[quantumpestmanagement]

Eco-Friendly Home Pest Control Solutions: A Requirement for the Homes of Los Angeles

One of the unique challenges posed by the sprawling urban landscape in Los Angeles is managing pests without too many health compromises, either to the family or the environment. No one should deny that Los Angeles seriously does require effective Pest management services in Los Angeles, from the most relentless ants to the most elusive rodents. Modern times therefore call for eco-friendly solutions that ensure a safe and highly sustainable environment.

Pest management services in Los Angeles

Importance of Eco-Friendly Pest Control

From the varying climatic conditions to compact metropolitan areas, Los Angeles offers the perfect environment for the proliferation of many types of pests. It could be the hot and dry conditions that seem to invite along termites or the rich greenery fostering mosquitoes; each neighborhood has a particular set of pests expected. This is where a responsible pest control company comes into play with local solutions.

Quantum Pest Management, one of the largest pest control companies in Los Angeles, understands how critical it is to go green in pest control. These are methods that must be applied with concern to decreasing their impact on the environment while killing the pests completely. Not only does it save the ecosystem of Los Angeles from getting imbalanced, but it also secures the health of people and their pets effectively.

Advantages of Eco-Friendly Pest Control Solutions

1. Safety to All in Your Family, including Pets

Conventional pest control methods normally use chemicals that are harmful to humans and animals. Eco-friendly methods of pest control, on the other hand, are grounded in natural and organic products, which are mild but highly efficient. For families in Los Angeles—where outdoor living is a way of life—the chemistry means being at peace, knowing that their dear ones are safe from harmful toxins.

2. Sustainability and Environmental Responsibility

The residents of Los Angeles are more aware of their interaction with the environment. Environmentally friendly pest control goes with the grain of that wisdom because it puts forth sustainability practices and deters the prevailing tendency for toxic chemical pesticides. Quantum Pest Management incorporates innovative, state-of-the-art methods for execution activities aimed at target pests, provoking minimum disturbance to native beneficial insects and wildlife.

3. Long-Term Efficacy

Effective pest control would not only result in killing the pests that are present but also sets a stage for preventing future problems. Our Eco-Friendly Solutions at Quantum Pest Management ensure positive results, long-term, finding and treating what's hereby creating the issue at its core. This proactive approach specifically ensures that homes shall be free of pests without compromising on environmental integrity.

Quantum Pest Management: At the Forefront of Eco-Friendly Solutions.

Quantum Pest Management is a name anyone in Los Angeles trusts for pest control services. Undoubtedly, it has been innovation and greenness that have truly set them apart from others in their field of expertise. Their eco-friendly approach represents several major strategies:

Integrated pest management: Quantum Pest Management examines the unique pests that cause problems on each property and brings designed IPM solutions to minimize environmental impacts.

Natural and Organic Products: Quantum Pest Management believes in natural and organic products for use on pests, ensuring safety with efficacy.

Besides the pest control services, Quantum Pest Management shares knowledge with the client regarding sustainable practices and preventive measures to keep oneself pest-free.

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Finding the Right Partner in Pest Control within Los Angeles

In choosing a Los Angeles pest control company, it would be important that homeowners care about the values shared by an eco-friendly firm. At Quantum Pest Management, we are an island of sustainability within the industry while also offering complete services for residential and commercial real estate alike. Moreover, partnering up with Quantum Pest Management will not only protect one's house from various pests but will also be contributing to the preservation of Los Angeles' natural beauty and biodiversity. This is a holistic viewpoint where every treatment plan tends to serve everybody while providing effective results without compromising environmental stewardship.

In summary, eco-friendly solutions to pest control in Ole' Los Angeles are not a trend but an imperative. Quantum Pest Management truly personifies such commitment by way of innovative techniques and concern for the environment. Using eco-friendly pest control methods allows for enjoyment in having a pest-free atmosphere and ensuring a healthier planet for future generations. Quantum Pest Management is your total partner in safeguarding houses from unwanted pests with efficient and eco-friendly pest control solutions. It's time to make a difference in sustainable pest management by contacting them today for метча residents of Los Angeles.

[extremexterminating]

Professional Rodent Prevention Exclusion Services

Keep rodents out for good with professional Rodent Prevention Services. Extreme Xterminating team specializes in identifying and sealing off potential entryways, effectively preventing rats and mice from infiltrating your property. Trust Extreme Xterminating pest control to create a rodent-proof environment, promoting safety and hygiene in your residential or commercial space.

[reasonsforhope]

"For most people, a rat is at best an unwelcome guest, and at worst, the target of immediate extermination. But in a field clinic in Tanzania, rats are colleagues—heroes even.

Far from a trash bin-dwelling NYC street rat, the African giant pouched rat is docile, intelligent, easier to train than some dogs, and for East Africans, the performer of lifesaving tuberculosis diagnoses every day.

400,000 new cases of tuberculosis (TB) were estimated to have been prevented by these rats, whose sense of smell would make a bloodhound take notice. As [TB is] the number-one killer among infectious diseases worldwide, many of those 400,000 can be translated into lives saved.

“Not only are we saving people’s lives, but we’re also changing these perspectives and raising awareness and appreciation for something as lowly as a rat,” said Cindy Fast, a behavioral neuroscientist who coaches the rodents for the nonprofit APOPO.

“Because our rats are our colleagues, and we really do see them as heroes.”

APOPO uses giant pouched rats to sniff out traces of TB in the saliva of patients. In parts of Tanzania, a saliva smear test under a microscope by a human may only be 20-40% effective at detecting TB.

By contrast, a giant pouched rat like Ms. Carolina, a now-retired service rat who worked for APOPO for 7 years, raised the rates of detection on TB samples by 40% in the clinic where she worked.

Pictured: An APOPO employee with one of their trained rats

It would take 4 days for scientists to analyze the number of samples that Carolina could screen in 20 minutes. For that reason, when Carolina retired last November, a party was thrown at the clinic in her honor, and she was given a cake.

TB is sometimes thought of as a thing of the past—a disease for which doctors used to prescribe “dry air,” leading a modern sense of humor to muse at the antiquated, pre-antibiotic medical advice.

But it remains the number-one cause of death globally from a single infectious pathogen, and Tefera Agizew, a physician and APOPO’s head of tuberculosis, told National Geographic that once people see what the nonprofit’s rodents can do to slow the spread, they “fall in love with them.”

3,000 times in her career did Carolina detect one of the six volatile compounds that can be used to identify Mycobacterium tuberculosis, and she got a hero’s send-off to a special compound to live out the rest of her days with her closet friend and sniffer colleague Gilbert, in a shaded enclosure dubbed “Rat Florida.”

“We’ve made special little rat-friendly carrot cakes with little peanuts and things on it that the rat would enjoy,” Fast said. “Then we all stand around and we clap, and we give three cheers, hip hip hooray for the hero, and celebrate together. It’s really a touching moment.”

APOPO has made headlines for its use of these rats in other lifesaving tasks as well: landmine clearance.

One of the world’s great underreported scourges (a lot like TB, coincidentally) is landmine contamination. There are 110 million landmines or unexploded bombs in the ground right now in about 67 countries, covering thousands of square miles in potential danger. Thousands of civilians are killed or injured by these weapons every year.

GNN reported on APOPO’s demining efforts using pouched rats back in 2020. One rat named Magawa alone identified 39 landmines and 28 items of unexploded ordnance across an area the size of 20 football fields.

If at the start of this story you didn’t like rats, maybe Magawa and Carolina will have changed your mind."

-via Good News Network, March 31, 2025

[wachinyeya]

400,000 new cases of tuberculosis (TB) were estimated to have been prevented by these rats, whose sense of smell would make a bloodhound take notice. As the number-one killer among infectious diseases worldwide, many of those 400,000 can be translated into lives saved.

“Not only are we saving people’s lives, but we’re also changing these perspectives and raising awareness and appreciation for something as lowly as a rat,” said Cindy Fast, a behavioral neuroscientist who coaches the rodents for the nonprofit APOPO.

“Because our rats are our colleagues, and we really do see them as heroes.”

APOPO uses giant pouched rates to sniff out traces of TB in the saliva of patients. In parts of Tanzania, a saliva smear test under a microscope by a human may only be 20-40% effective at detecting TB.

By contrast, a giant pouched rat like Ms. Carolina, a now-retired service rat who worked for APOPO for 7 years, raised the rates of detection on TB samples by 40% in the clinic where she worked.

It would take 4 days for scientists to analyze the number of samples that Carolina could screen in 20 minutes. For that reason, when Carolina retired last November, a party was thrown at the clinic in her honor, and she was given a cake.

TB is sometimes thought of as a thing of the past—a disease for which doctors used to prescribe “dry air,” leading modern humors to muse at the antiquated, pre-antibiotic medical advice.

But it remains the number-one cause of death globally from a single infectious pathogen, and Tefera Agizew, a physician and APOPO’s head of tuberculosis, told National Geographic that once people see what the nonprofit’s rodents can do to slow the spread, they “fall in love with them.”

3,000 times in her career did Carolina detect one of the six volatile compounds that can be used to identify Mycobacterium tuberculosis, and she got a hero’s send off to a special compound to live out the rest of her days with her closet friend and sniffer colleague Gilbert, in a shaded enclosure dubbed “Rat Florida.”

“We’ve made special little rat-friendly carrot cakes with little peanuts and things on it that the rat would enjoy,” Fast said. “Then we all stand around and we clap, and we give three cheers, hip hip hooray for the hero, and celebrate together. It’s really a touching moment.”

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Phone : +1 919-297-8215

Like many, you may lack the time to tackle pest problems, but the safety of your family and home is paramount. We get it. That's why RedCheck Pest Solutions offers flexible scheduling to suit your needs. We're available for service even on Saturdays and guarantee same-day service! Simply reach out to us before noon from Monday to Friday, and we can be at your service today!

[vintagebunnies]

there’s this little cottage in the scottish countryside called white laggan bothy, and it’s essentially from the 18th-century and used as shelter.

tons of explorers visit the cottage and even stay there overnight since there aren’t any locks.

i’m just imagining a reader who is an explorer, and visits the white laggan bothy, but ends up finding more than she bargained for when it hits midnight.

it was about an hour hike to get to it, but you finally triumphed and found the little cottage sitting in the middle of the forest opening. it was a one room cabin, but big and comfy enough to be considered as a nice rest spot.

the sun was already beginning to set, the forest surrounding the area becoming nothing but a large dark blur. the forest seemed relatively void of any large, dangerous animals—or so you thought.

sometimes people were more dangerous then animals, anyway.

a few hours had passed since the sun fully hid behind the clouds, the night falling into place. you were tossing and turning, not able to fall asleep from the sounds of the world outside. you chalked it up to being little rodents scuttling around outside, but oh, were you wrong.

the creaking of the door being opened made your eyes widen, body immediately shooting upwards to see the intruder. it felt like a horror movie, the man standing in the doorway was huge. behemoth, if you will.

it was hard to get a good look at him since it was still dark, but the man had wide-set shoulders, and had to duck to get into the cottage—which was terrifying, because he was entering, even though it was quite obvious somebody was here. but that didn’t seem to prevent him from coming in.

“uhm, e-excuse me?!” you frantically called out.

the man just stood at the edge of the makeshift bed, seemingly observing you. at this angle, you could get a better look at him. his face was covered in scars, and his greasy blonde hair sat limply at the top of his head.

“get out!” you tried again, waiting for him to respond instead of just stare. technically, you couldn’t kick someone out. this cottage was completely open to the public.

that seemed to go through his head, his large hands reached out and wrapped around your ankles, pulling you towards him. your hands grabbed at the blankets around you, a futile attempt at leaving his grip.

“found m’self a lost bird.” he grunted out, picking you up without a second thought and throwing you over his shoulder. your fists whacked against his back, feet kicking out behind you. you couldn’t believe it.

what went from being a relaxing hike to an old cottage, turned into a mentally disturbed man claiming you as his, practically.

“you’re fucking crazy! i’ll call the police!”

“you won’t get any service out here, darlin’.” the man responded blankly.

the man landed a smack onto your ass, your body ceasing its movement for only a moment. the man seemed to be taking you somewhere away from the cottage. your heartbeat was rushing in your ears, you were sure that the man could hear it from his close proximity.

he brought you only a little bit further out, and the sound of a scottish lilt could be heard from behind you, but in front of the man carrying you.

“aye, found yerself a bonnie lass, simon!”

the man who was called simon just let out a grunt in response as he threw you down into the backseat of a truck. it was uncommon for people to bring cars out to this part of the woods, as it completely deviates off of the hiking trail.

the man with the scottish accent walks in front of the open door, a sick smile on his face.

“no need to be scared, bonnie, yer exactly where you need to be.”

maybe there are vicious predators in these woods, because you stumbled right into the wolves den.

[divyx]

Garbage cleanup in Jabalia ♻️

I’m in daily contact with a small team of volunteers in northern غaza who are helping severely devastated families in the area. These are families in tents living among the rubble of their homes, as well as newly-displaced people.

🌱 So far, support has gone towards: cash aid distribution to the families; emergency healthcare for a patient; rent for a family facing eviction; and distribution of fresh vegetable parcels.

🌱 Their next project is for urgent waste removal. With the aid stoppage in early March, fuel is incredibly expensive—the municipalities have therefore been forced to stop waste collection, meaning that waste is piling up high in the streets. The waste leeches harmful chemicals, pollutes the air, and encourages disease-ridden insects and rodents into very crowded areas of people with virtually no shelter. If the team can purchase fuel, they’ll be able to get a truck to clear the waste in the area—this is vital for the health of these families who are overwhelmingly disabled with highly-vulnerable medical needs. Meanwhile, as of this weekend, all hospitals in the north are out of service, so any prevention of disease through civil initiatives is incredibly urgent.

How to give:

Chuffed

PP: divyamper, note “J” (choose f&f)

Our accountability doc here lists all transfers to the team & how the money is used.

Give more than £10 and use your receipt to claim something in my shop, kurkar. I’m offering poetry, fiction, recipes, music commissions, and more.

£40/700

[roofsnpaves]

Keeping Your Home's Exterior in Top Shape: A Guide to Chimney Repair, UPVC, Gutters, Fascias, and Soffits

Hey roofers peeps! Let's talk about the often-overlooked, yet super important, elements of your home's exterior: chimneys, UPVC, gutters, fascias, and soffits. These components play a vital role in protecting your home from the elements and maintaining its curb appeal. Neglecting their upkeep can lead to costly repairs down the line.

Chimney Repair: Your chimney is your home's primary ventilation system. Regular inspections are crucial to identify cracks, leaks, or blockages that could lead to chimney fires or water damage. Look for signs of crumbling mortar, missing bricks, or staining on the interior walls. Professional chimney repair can prevent these issues from becoming major problems.

UPVC (Unplasticized Polyvinyl Chloride): UPVC is a popular choice for fascias, soffits, and guttering due to its durability, low maintenance, and weather resistance. However, even UPVC needs occasional attention. Check for cracks, loose fittings, or discoloration. Repairing or replacing damaged UPVC components can prevent water damage and maintain the aesthetic appeal of your home.

Gutters, Fascias, and Soffits: These three work together to protect your home's exterior walls from water damage. Gutters collect rainwater, directing it away from your foundation. Fascias and soffits provide support for the roof and protect the eaves from the elements. Regular cleaning and maintenance are essential to prevent blockages and ensure proper water drainage. Look for signs of rot, damage, or leaks.

Why Regular Maintenance Matters:

Ignoring these areas can lead to:

Water damage: Leading to costly repairs to walls, ceilings, and even the structure of your home.

Pest infestations: Damaged areas can attract pests like rodents and insects.

Reduced curb appeal: A neglected exterior can significantly impact your home's aesthetic value.

Need help with any of these areas? Check out Aztec Roofing's expertise in these essential exterior maintenance services! https://www.aztecroofing.co.uk/other-roofing-services

[alderlock]

Ivyoliene Pet Service Full CC

Okay, I put full CC on pet business lot this time since I found it less interesting with only Maxis versions. I added a few animals that can be categorized as pets, so there will be a few glitches that can happen along the way, therefore I suggest you download recommended pet cc and mods for fixing some issues you might encounter.

The floor plan is similar to Pepe Pets, however, this is its remake version. I always thought that Pepe Pets has potential it just needs to be expanded and upgraded. The lot size is 3x3, enough for every pet service we usually have daily. I added the cow plant just for fun, but if you want to feed him/her you need to make your sims to be able to teleport (since it's dangerous to have townies get eaten hehe) otherwise your cowplant might die of hunger. Since my cowplant was already named I suggest install this mod by Episims, and this mod by Pforestsism

Unfortunately, this lot has already been used for quite some time, because I need to see whether this lot is safe to play for you guys, and turns out it does give a lot of problems; mostly burned trees (use it at your own risk :3). To prevent glitches I suggest you download these fixes:

FFS Lot Debugger: for force errors

Fire mod V2: preventing sims from going nuts

Rug Fix

Visitor controller: To prevent bad witches

Stuck Object Remover: So you don't have to constantly use 'move objects' cheat, make sure you don't nuke your selectable sims on the lot otherwise they won't be able to comeback, sims inside or on the objects are safe to nuke

Book of Talent: for those who are too lazy to go on vacation hehe

If your customer happens to leave before the bar is full, that's because the tree is invisibly burned, to fix it you either nuke the tree with stuck object remover or just manually remove it, and the fire will spawn on its own. All you need to do is to get Fire Safety Skills to extinguish it or get a fire alarm outside.

List of Pets:

Deedee Sims Rabbit Pen

Delonariels bird tree fix

Rodent and Lizard

Pet Goat, Sheep and Ilama

Okay, that's all for now, if you encounter more problems on the lot please let me know.

Download

PS: If you happen to be stucked with caged pets I suggest you nuke them with the SOR and rebuy them.

Thank you and hope you guys like it ^^

Credits to

Tumblrs

@deedee-sims, @tvickiesims, @episims, @pforestsims, @veranka-downloads, @jacky93sims, @midgethetree,@keoni-chan,@fracturedmoonlight, @lesyasun, @mustluvcatz-reloaded, @delonariel, @beautifulnerdkitty

Others

Aroundthesims2, NoFrills, ShakeShaft, Adelana, CripsandKerosene, Moune, Rebecah, Michelle, MintCherry, J.M Pescado, Shastakiss, Nikki041498, Sims2artist, Cyclonesue, Ung99, Tamaki, blake_boy, Sophie-David, Huge Lunatic, Treeag, modthesims

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Rodent Prevention Services

Use our professional rodent prevention services to keep your house or place of business safe. We perform comprehensive inspections and use environmentally safe treatments to remove rodents permanently. Contact us now for long-lasting protection!

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In Los Angeles, our rodent control services in Los Angeles offer expert solutions. We specialize in tailored approaches to eliminate rodents. Connect now!

[nahisummerhold]

The Night the Light Went Out in Hallowfall

(Adding this so people are aware of the prompt)

Whatever someone might imagine as a fear, the company’s current location probably had something that would have at least a tangential link to it. Fear of the dark? Check. Fear of spiders or other bugs? Check. Fear of being buried alive? Check, they were underground afterall. Rodents? Nahi didn’t even want to check that off the list because then she would have to think about what else the dark might attract. Sharks? As Fio said there was always the kobyss.

The eternal night of Netherstorm had not prepared her for this kind of dark, where the weight of it closed from every side. The halo of the light from the camp extended out, shadows dancing in and out whenever the light would flicker, her imagination happy to fill in the motion with incursions of any number of threats that they were facing. Whoever wrote the song, ‘keeping the home fires burning’ had absolutely no clue what light meant to the overactive mind when Beledar was engulfed by its Void cycle.

It was late at night, Nahilvi’s schedule finally a boon for something, it wasn’t just the assignment, or fear, that was keeping her alert, this was the time when energy filled her, those late night and after bar hours that the service industry was known to haunt. Commander Dal’shula and the camp manager made sure it was known that helping to keep their fire lit was the priority but everyone had to be observant and ready to help when the unexpected would come because it would. 

And when it did, it didn’t come from their camp. The edges of their area were still protected by their brazier but Nahi saw fingers of the dark reach deeper in as a small tremble made the flame dip. There was no time to check on their own fire because the ground opened and devoured the golden flame of the next camp, leaving a memory of its outline in her eyes because chance had her looking in that direction when it happened.

Nahi searched for any sign that this was not what every camp had been trying to prevent, while everything began to move around her. She heard the Commander’s clarion call, "RUN INTO OUR LIGHT! FIGHTERS WITH ME, GET THEM INTO OUR CAMP! EVERYONE ELSE KEEP THAT LIGHT GOING, HELP THE WOUNDED, AND CALL BACK OUR NIGHT SHIFT TO HELP!” and the fighters’ that served him for so long’s response, not in words but armor being donned and weapons gathered before they joined him at the edge of their camp. With so many people flowing around her, they became a blur as she froze in place. The sound was clear and she heard Kai call to her but any movement around her held no definition, she was a boulder in a river of action stuck in place. Something caught at the edge of her vision, it was moving, but it came from the opposite direction, swimming upstream making it seem slower. A mercenary from the other camp maybe? A stranger for sure, a panicked stranger running straight for their brazier. “Keep the light protected, keep their camp protected,” the orders that had been repeated so many times, were lodged in her mind. The fear that held her anchored, crumbled into dust and caught on the current that the others had moved within, sweeping her into action. 

Catching the man’s arm at the elbow she tried to slow and guide him away from the center of camp, but he fought her and did not seem to recognize anything but his goal, even her touch made him scream like she became part of the nightmare which had just tried to devour him. Jerking to the side, he swung a fist coated in greenish yellow ichor at her, but she stepped into his body keeping the punch from landing while speaking with a calm she was surprised she still possessed, “Stop, you are in the camp. Nothing is coming after you.”

His body had reacted to the horror he came through and made him strong enough to tear nahi away from him as he continued toward the light as single mindedly as a moth. “Help me! They’ve got me! Help!” Nahi did the only thing she could think of and went limp, sliding down, she wrapped her arms and legs around his own, like a child wanting to keep a parent in place. Keeping her head down to try and just absorb blows he rained upon her, she held fast keeping him from getting to the brazier. A healer that Nahi recognized but couldn’t name, and one of the fighters came running towards her, they didn’t chastise her or try and free him, the robed woman stared straight into his eyes, him while the fighter took hold of one of his arms so Nahilvi could let go, rolling to the side in case a kick was aimed at her. The roll was mostly graceful and she found her feet quickly, the healer nodded at the man’s other arm and the three of them got him to safety where he could be watched. 

It was there that Kai found her, she was helping an injured person make their way to the healers which Nahi stepped up to help her friend. Then, without needing to be told, both ran back to where injured were coming into the camp from the dark and worked side by side to get people to the healers, guiding those they could, carrying those they couldn’t. It was a good thing they didn’t have to talk much considering the screeching, clacking chittering of the insectoids, screams of those being torn apart or devoured and the crashing sounds of the fight engulfed the camp in a cacophony that belied the chaos found in the blackness around it.

It was one of the rare moments where she found herself without Kai that a woman caught Nahi’s eye. She was trying to crawl out of the shadow, fingers digging into the dirt to pull herself forward but making no progress, the black clinging to her lower body as if it was an anchor. Rushing forward, Nahi grabbed the woman’s arms, pulling to draw further into the light. 

A clacking of mandibles and a string of mucus came from right above the prone woman and Nahilvi could see one sharp leg covered in coarse hair was spiked into the woman’s lower back, the curve keeping her pinned despite Nahi’s insistent tugging. It felt like this had become a two for one dinner offer as multifaceted eyes met her violet ones when she looked up, kicking backwards and releasing the woman she tried to get away from the nerubian who had a short arm extending towards her ankle. 

Metal crunched into the exoskeleton with such force that whatever goo that was held in the spider creature was sent splattering across the pinned woman, a shield sheared through the leg dug in next to her spine. Another gush of viscera dumped into Nahi’s lap when a heavy mace crushed into the insectoid’s head, enough to make her look more like a victim than a woman just doing her best to rescue others. 

The body crumpled and she looked to see who saved them and saw Dice moving on to the next threat to try to seep into the camp’s safety before she turned her attention back to the woman. What passed for blood of the nerubian pooled on her lower back and seeped into the torn edges of flesh and Nahi yanked the leg free, cutting her hands on the serrated edge and ridges. The leg lifted the woman’s body with it until gravity pulled it free she was longer trying to get to safety her fighting spirit had drained along with blood that pooled in the dirt.That didn’t matter to Nahi, there was a chance that the woman could be healed so she struggled but picked her up, stumbling back to the healers. 

Light in the tent was almost a second beacon in itself, she only had to stand at the edge before people rushed out to take the woman from her arms. A healer looked at Nahi, pulling her to the side to clean her hands and bandage them, then he ordered her to remain there and help with people coming in. Her credentials of life with a healer, and nurses in her home, were not enough to let him trust her to even bandage anyone, or he was worried some of the gunk drying on her might fall into an open wound, both were valid reasons. He only let her fetch water, take notes of people’s names and take information back to the healers working with more severely hurt.

Nahi remained helping until the injured stopped trickling in and at that point she was sitting and listening to people talk, it was not always about what happened to them, but so many details they needed to share, even some joking between friends trying to lighten the mood. Time passed and it was impossible for Nahi to tell how long, but it really didn’t matter as some of those who had been in the dark with those creatures needed someone to just be there. Plus, she really didn’t want to sleep anyway.  ( @talonoa @kaisinasunblade @dicenne @themercenaries @fio-renze )

[pestcontrolserviceamravati]

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[lastimeexteriors-nebraska]

What Does a Roof Protect You From?

A roof is often taken for granted, but its importance cannot be overstated. This single element protects you from various components and significantly affects your home’s safety and comfort. Let's explore what a roof protects you from and why investing in a quality roofing system is essential.

Your roof is the first line of defense against nature’s unpredictable behavior. From scorching summer sun to chilly winter winds, your roof covers you.

Protection from Weather Conditions

One of the primary functions of a roof is to shield you from various weather conditions. Here’s how:

Rain and Snow: A properly installed roof prevents rain and melted snow from entering your home, which can lead to leaks, mold growth, and other significant issues.

Wind: Strong winds can easily damage weak or poorly installed roofs. A sturdy roof ensures that high winds won’t tear off shingles or create gaps where water can infiltrate.

Heat: A quality roof helps regulate the temperature inside your home, offering insulation during hot months. It reflects sunlight, preventing overheating and reducing your air conditioning bills.

Cold: In colder climates, roofs with good insulation help keep homes warm, prevent ice dams from forming, and protect eaves and gutters.

Protection from Debris and Pests

Roofs also act as barriers against falling debris, including branches and leaves. Additionally, a well-maintained roof can deter pests like rodents and insects from entering your home.

Tree Branches: Overhanging branches can cause damage during storms. A solid roof can resist damage from falling branches, ensuring the structure remains intact.

Pests: Small animals often seek a warm, dry place to nest in the winter. A secure roof prevents rodents and insects from entering your attic and spreading throughout your home.

Sound Insulation

Besides external elements, roofs provide sound insulation. Whether it’s the sound of rain pouring down or the noise from wind gusts, a good roofing system dampens these sounds, making your home a more peaceful refuge.

The Role of Roofs in Energy Efficiency

A well-constructed roof can also contribute significantly to your home's energy efficiency. Here’s how:

Reflective Materials: Some roofing materials are designed to reflect sunlight, keeping your home cool in the summer. This can lead to lower energy bills and a reduced carbon footprint.

Proper Insulation: Insulation in your roof minimizes heat loss during winter, ensuring that your heating system works less, saving you money on energy costs.

Aesthetic Appeal

Besides functional protection, roofs add to the aesthetic appeal of your home. They come in various styles, colors, and materials, allowing homeowners to enhance their property’s curb appeal. A visually appealing roof can also raise your home’s market value.

Choosing the Right Roofing Contractor

Choosing the right partner for the job is essential when installing or repairing your roof. This is where a competent Roofing Contractor like Lastime Exteriors steps in.

Why Lastime Exteriors?

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Jumping workouts could help astronauts on the moon and Mars

Jumping workouts could help astronauts prevent the type of cartilage damage they are likely to endure during lengthy missions to Mars and the moon, a new Johns Hopkins University study suggests.

The research adds to ongoing efforts by space agencies to protect astronauts against deconditioning/getting out of shape due to low gravity, a crucial aspect of their ability to perform spacewalks, handle equipment and repairs, and carry out other physically demanding tasks.

The study, which shows knee cartilage in mice grew healthier following jumping exercises, appears in the journal npj Microgravity.

"Since the next step in human exploration of space is going to Mars and spending long periods of time in permanent bases on the moon, cartilage damage is a really major issue that space agencies need to address despite how very poorly understood it is," said study author Marco Chiaberge, an astrophysicist at Johns Hopkins University, the Space Telescope Science Institute, and the European Space Agency.

"The positive effect we saw in these mice is huge, and the magnitude of it was unexpected. They can basically make their cartilage thicker if they jump. Maybe astronauts could use similar training before their flight as a preventive measure."

Healthy cartilage is essential for pain-free movement, as it cushions joints and decreases bone friction. But cartilage heals slowly and does not regenerate as fast as other tissue.

Prolonged periods of inactivity—whether from bed rest, injury, or space travel—can accelerate cartilage breakdown. Space radiation can also accelerate this effect, and European Space Agency experiments have shown evidence of cartilage degradation in astronauts who spend several months aboard the International Space Station.

"Think about sending somebody on a trip to Mars. They get there and they can't walk because they developed osteoarthritis of the knees or the hips and their joints don't function," Chiaberge said.

"Astronauts also perform spacewalks often. They serviced the Hubble Space Telescope five times, and in the future, they will need to spend more time in space and the moon, where we will build larger telescopes to explore the universe and where they will need to stay as healthy as possible."

Previous research has shown that treadmill running may help slow cartilage breakdown in rodents. The new Johns Hopkins study adds to the evidence by demonstrating that jump-based exercise may prevent articular cartilage loss in knees and could actually improve cartilage health.

The researchers found that mice in a nine-week program of reduced movement experienced cartilage thinning and cellular clustering, both early indicators of arthritis. But mice that performed jump training three times a week showed the opposite effect—thicker, healthier cartilage with normal cellular structure.

The study found the mice with reduced movement had a 14% reduction in cartilage thickness, while those in the jump-training group had a 26% increase compared to a control group. Additionally, the jumping mice had 110% thicker cartilage than the reduced activity group.

Jumping also enhanced bone strength. The team found shin bones in the jumping mice had 15% higher mineral density. Trabecular bone—spongy bone tissue that absorbs impact—was significantly thicker and more robust.

"Leg strength is particularly important and most highly impacted by microgravity, so any procedures that can address multiple aspects of muscle deconditioning, and maybe even reduce the two-hour daily exercise requirement in space, would be most welcome," said author Mark Shelhamer, a professor of otolaryngology at the Johns Hopkins School of Medicine and former NASA Human Research Program Chief Scientist.

"The same reasoning applies to bone integrity, including cartilage. There is increasing recognition of the importance of cartilage as a distinct component in bone integrity, and this study contributes to that understanding."

While more research is needed to confirm whether humans would enjoy the same benefits, the findings offer promising information to protect cartilage and bone structure. Jumping exercises could be included in pre-flight routines to prepare joints for space travel, and specially designed exercise machines could help integrate similar workouts in space.

The study could help scientists explore how jump-based training might not only aid patients with arthritis but also boost cartilage health with generally applicable exercises, said author Chen-Ming Fan, a musculoskeletal biologist at Carnegie Science.

The researchers emphasize the need for further research to determine the ideal exercise volume and frequency for preserving and strengthening cartilage. Future work will also explore whether jump training could help reverse cartilage loss and whether the exercise could help astronauts restrengthen their cartilage and recover damage from space flight.

"Now that we got our first clue that one type of exercise can increase cartilage, which was completely unknown before, we could start looking into other types of cartilage. What about the meniscus? Could it also get thicker?" said Fan, who is also an adjunct professor at Johns Hopkins.

"This research could help performance-enhancement studies, rather than just focusing on pathological conditions, and help athletes or virtually anyone interested in doing the right exercises to improve their performance."