Abstract: A hand-held device is used to deliver and hydrate a temporary polymeric implant having a length, an outer surface and a cross-section, with a disruptable cover over the implant. A lumen may pass through the entire length, the lumen having a surface forming an equivalent diameter in the polymeric stent. The temporary polymeric implant includes a first aqueous-swellable, biocompatible and biodegradable composition (e.g., polymer) having a thickness. The aqueous-swellable and biodegradable polymer retaining structural integrity for at least 1 hours up to thirty days when swollen and kept moist by a moist aqueous environment. Barrier layers of biodegradable polymer(s) may be used to prevent migration of liquids into the lumen.

Abstract: Provided in some embodiments are methods of treating or preventing Raynaud's, comprising prescribing and/or administering to an individual in need thereof 2-(((1r,4r)-4-(((4-chlorophenyl)(phenyl)carbamoyloxy)methyl)cyclohexyl)methoxy)acetic acid (Compound 1), or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt, hydrate, or solvate thereof.

Abstract: Systems and methods for delivering and implanting heart valves are disclosed. The delivery systems can include an integrated introducer. The integrated introducer can include a sheath having an inner diameter that is smaller than the outer diameter of a delivery capsule of the delivery system and an outer diameter that is approximately equal to the outer diameter of the delivery capsule. The integrated introducer can include a hub having a hemostatic seal. The hub can have a locking mechanism configured to fix the integrated introducer in place on the delivery system.

Abstract: One or more biometric templates can be stored for a user. The user can access a verification system by scanning biometric data, such as a fingerprint or iris scan, into a biometric reader. A biometric access system can determine whether the scanned biometric data matches one of the biometric templates of the user. If so, then the user may be permitted access to the verification system. The verification system can accept user input from one or more input devices, such as a keyboard, mouse, touchscreen, combinations of the same, or the like. The verification system can programmatically analyze the user input and output one or more reports for presentation to other users.

Abstract: A game of cards utilizing predetermined hands of cards embedded in a fortune cookie is disclosed. The invention can be used by as few as one sole player or by as many as many players as the card game itself permits to play the game. Each hand can contain as few cards as one sole card, or as many cards as is required to play any card game. In one preferred embodiment provides for the ability to discard cards, and thus the invention enables users to play card games requiring cards to be discarded or exchanged with other players. The invention discloses alternative use for the traditional fortune cookie, and provides a unique and valuable opportunity for persons to interact in light-hearted games of chance at the conclusion of a meal.

Abstract: The present invention is a perishable food labeler is provided for imprinting a food item with a date stamp. In one embodiment of the present invention, a perishable food labeler is provided that correlates a food item designation to a spoilage date through the use of a database. The spoilage date is printed on a label, which, in turn, is fixedly applied to the food item corresponding to the designation. Thus, the expiration date of the food item is clearly visible, reducing the potential instances of ingestion of spoiled food.

Abstract: A game of cards utilizing predetermined hands of cards embedded in a fortune cookie is disclosed. The invention can be used by as few as one sole player or by as many as many players as the card game itself permits to play the game. Each hand can contain as few cards as one sole card, or as many cards as is required to play any card game. In one preferred embodiment provides for the ability to discard cards, and thus the invention enables users to play card games requiring cards to be discarded or exchanged with other players. The invention discloses alternative use for the traditional fortune cookie, and provides a unique and valuable opportunity for persons to interact in light-hearted games of chance at the conclusion of a meal.