Abstract: The sugar mannose has been used to maintain urinary tract health in the face of E. coli infections. An optimal dose is disclosed to be of one teaspoon (two grams) three times a day for one to two weeks or until symptoms subside. The maintenance dosage for prophalaxis is one-half teaspoon (1 gram) 1 to two times per day. Children's dosages are cut in half. For women who experience UTIs after sexual relations, one teaspoon is taken an hour prior to intimate relations and an additional one teaspoon immediately afterwards. It is further disclosed to use any of an extract of Crataeva nurvala, white willow bark, and pollen extract in conjunction with the mannose to provide further effect.

Abstract: Plastic panels for exterior use on buildings are made by forming a plastic sheet at an elevated temperature, overlaying an exterior surface portion of the formed sheet with a coloring sheet having a preselected color, and thermally bonding the coloring sheet to the formed sheet. The coloring sheet preferably comprises a vinyl resin plastisol and pigment particles. Both the formed sheet and the vinyl resin in the plastisol preferably comprise polyvinyl chloride (PVC). Use of the coloring sheet enables color changes to be accomplished quickly and inexpensively so that manufacturers are able to maintain smaller inventories of the finished product while still satisfying customer needs.

Abstract: An assembly of a carrier and an information storage unit for attachment to a publication. The assembly includes a support panel and a cover secured thereto and forming a pouch for receipt of a storage unit therein. The assembly is adapted for securement in a publication.

Abstract: An assembly of a carrier and an information storage unit for attachment to a publication. The assembly includes a support panel and a cover secured thereto and forming a pouch for receipt of a storage unit therein. The assembly is adapted for securement in a publication.

Abstract: An assembly of a carrier and an information storage unit for attachment to a publication. The assembly includes a support panel and a cover secured thereto and forming a pouch for receipt of a storage unit therein. The assembly is adapted for securement in a publication.

Abstract: An assembly of a carrier and an information storage unit for attachment to a publication. The assembly includes a support panel and a cover secured thereto and forming a pouch for receipt of a storage unit therein. The assembly is adapted for securement in a publication.