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New Studies Underscore Global Importance of Mild Cognitive Impairment in Alzheimer's Disease Continuum Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 3:36AMContact: Alzheimer's Association media line: +1-312-335-4078, media@alz.org, AAIC 2011 press room, July 16-21: +33 (0)1 57 25 20 35
Health: Genetic detection Monday, July 18, 2011 @ 7:33PMWith a new range of genetic screening services, patients can now detect a host of infectious diseases through a single test, writes ANUSHA K.
Can bad driving be diagnosed? Monday, July 18, 2011 @ 6:57PMIf bad driving is a disease, some people should be locked up in deep quarantine. Turn signal phobia, red light blindness, tailgate-itis, cellphone dementia -- today's roads are a hot zone of pathology.
Add Patience to a Leap of Faith to Discover Cancer Signatures Monday, July 18, 2011 @ 6:40PMThere have been few successes in the brave new world of cancer research: the quest for genetic signatures.
Earlier Alzheimer’s disease and dementia diagnosis: New guidelines Monday, July 18, 2011 @ 6:00PMIt has been the tradition to confirm the presence of Alzheimer's disease during autopsy. However new guidelines proposed on Sunday by the U.S. National Institute on Aging and the Alzheimer's Association seek to distinguish between memory changes or dementia diagnosed by doctors when people are alive, and the changes pathologists can see in an autopsy.
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Autopsy guidelines revised for Alzheimer's Monday, July 18, 2011 @ 3:10PMFor many years, an autopsy done by a pathologist was considered the best way to confirm the presence of Alzheimer's disease.
Secondhand smoke may cause kids' hearing loss Monday, July 18, 2011 @ 3:00PMYeah, you could say I'm anti-smoking. This is a blog, after all, not the journalistic equivalent of that blindfolded lady holding the scales of justice that balance out. Smoking is bad for you, case closed.But we keep hearing new and horrible ways in which it's worse for you than...
Business Briefs: Alderwood’s American Girl to open today Saturday, July 16, 2011 @ 7:24AMThe grand opening of the state's first American Girl store is expected to draw between 8,000 and 9,000 girls and tweens and their families to the Alderwood mall this weekend. The store will open from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. today and from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., Sunday inside the mall, 3000 184th St., Lynnwood.
Dumaguing: A closer look at cervical cancer Saturday, July 16, 2011 @ 2:15AMread more
Solar scientists, sleuths at day camp Friday, July 15, 2011 @ 6:02PMSolar Power! The Power of the Sun day camp teach school age children about solar power at Middlesex County College.
Can bad driving be diagnosed? Chinese doctor thinks risky and clumsy drivers should be barred Friday, July 15, 2011 @ 5:12PMIf bad driving is a disease, some people should be locked up in deep quarantine. Turn signal phobia, red light blindness, tailgate-itis, cellphone dementia -- today's roads are a hot zone of pathology.
Protein May Help Diagnose And Treat Lymphoma In People And Dogs Friday, July 15, 2011 @ 4:09PMA protein that appears to play a key role in the formation of lymphoma and other tumors by inhibiting a tumor-suppressing gene has been identified by a team of veterinary and human medicine researchers at the University of California, Davis. The researchers suggest that the newly identified protein may be a potential target for diagnosing and treating lymphoma in humans and animals. They will ...
Prostate Cancer Patients Live Much Longer with Hormone Therapy Added to Radiation Friday, July 15, 2011 @ 2:47PMJuly 15, 2011 – Adding short-term androgen deprivation therapy (ADT) to radiation therapy for men with early-stage, intermediate risk prostate cancer made a significant improvement in their overall survival after 10 years, according to a clinical trial supported by the National Cancer Institute (NCI), part of the National Institutes of Health.
Children learn about solar energy and crime-solving at Camp Middlesex Friday, July 15, 2011 @ 2:18PMSolar Power! The Power of the Sun day camp teach school age children about solar power at Middlesex County College. Here students from the grade 2-6 class show off their solar powered robots that they built.
New Gene Discovery May Treat Lymphoma In People and Pets Friday, July 15, 2011 @ 8:08AM(Ivanhoe Newswire) – According to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society, over 21,000 Americans died from lymphoma cancer last year. Lymphoma refers to a group of blood cancers that start in the lymphatic system, a network of lymph vessels and lymph nodes that play a vital role in the body's immune system. Researchers believe that a newly identified protein may be a potential target for diagnosing ...
Pertuzumab Combined With Herceptin and Chemotherapy Significantly Extended the Time People With HER2-Positive ... Friday, July 15, 2011 @ 12:11AMGenentech, a member of the Roche ...
Protein may help diagnose and treat lymphoma in people and dogs Thursday, July 14, 2011 @ 4:49PMA protein that appears to play a key role in the formation of lymphoma and other tumors by inhibiting a tumor-suppressing gene has been identified by a team of veterinary and human medicine researchers at the University of California, Davis.
Where you don’t want to wake up: jail intake Thursday, July 14, 2011 @ 4:27PMMeet the men and women who turn chaos into calm in the middle of the night.It is 2:36 a.m. Saturday. The bars are closed and the flow of gang bangers, thieves and drunks is non-stop at the intake area for Orange County's Central Jail.Sheriff's deputies admitted 143 people between 6...
False Allegations of Child Abuse lands thousands of Fellow Citizens/ Parents and Help Professionals in Prisons with ... Thursday, July 14, 2011 @ 12:15AMFalse Allegations of Child Abuse “Our instincts are to protect and defend defenseless children. It is a measure of a civilized society. . . .
New Research Demonstrates High Prevalence of Sexually Transmitted Disease Trichomonas Vaginalis and Potential of New ... Wednesday, July 13, 2011 @ 7:09PMSAN DIEGO, July 13, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Two new studies presented this week at a leading infectious disease meeting demonstrate that sexually transmitted disease (STD) caused by the parasite Trichomonas vaginalis is more common than previously thought, especially in women over 40, and that a recently cleared molecular test can help improve detection of the often overlooked but potentially ...
NIH-funded study shows reduction in death for men with intermediate-grade prostate cancer; Wednesday, July 13, 2011 @ 5:02PMShort-term hormone therapy given in combination with radiation therapy to men with early-stage prostate cancer increased their chances of living longer compared to treatment with radiation therapy alone, according to a clinical trial supported by the National Cancer Institute (NCI), part of the National Institutes of Health. Benefits of the combined treatment were limited mainly to patients with ...
National Cancer Institute Wednesday, July 13, 2011 @ 3:54PMShort-term hormone therapy given in combination with radiation therapy to men with early-stage prostate cancer increased their chances of living longer compared to treatment with radiation therapy alone, according to a clinical trial supported by the National Cancer Institute (NCI), part of the National Institutes of Health.
Alleged drunken driver tells police he is 'God' Wednesday, July 13, 2011 @ 3:06PMLake Orion— A suspected drunken driver who told police he was "God" is facing multiple charges after driving the wrong way on a one-way street in front of police earlier this month.
American Red Cross honors man for giving 34 gallons of blood Wednesday, July 13, 2011 @ 12:28PMBeaver Creek Township resident Al Etson marked his 70th birthday last week and was honored for touching the lives of countless people through the gift of giving blood.
Blood Donation Saves Donor’s Life Wednesday, July 13, 2011 @ 11:04AMDonation leads to discovery of donor’s serious illness – giving blood saves lives and Red Cross needs all blood types.
Strength exercises boost bone density in postmenopausal women with osteoporosis Wednesday, July 13, 2011 @ 5:20AMWomen with osteoporosis - a skeletal disease that erodes bone density, weakens bone strength and increases the risk of fractures - might think taking it easy is the best way to prevent bone breaks.
Pancreatic Cancer Surprisingly Slow to Arise: Study Monday, July 11, 2011 @ 7:12AMWEDNESDAY, Oct. 27 (HealthDay News) -- Pancreatic cancer takes much longer to develop than commonly thought, say researchers who found a lag time of at least a decade between the emergence of key mutations and the formation of the first cancer cells.
The Best Medicine: Cutting Health Costs with Comparative Effectiveness Research (preview) Monday, July 11, 2011 @ 6:02AMIt was the largest and most important investigation of treatments for high blood pressure ever conducted, with a monumental price tag to match. U.S. doctors enrolled 42,418 patients from 623 offices and clinics, treated participants with one of four commonly prescribed drugs, and followed them for at least five years to see how well the medications controlled their blood pressure and reduced the ...
Sickle Cell May Be Hidden Danger to Young Athletes Monday, July 11, 2011 @ 5:57AMFRIDAY, Dec. 17 (HealthDay News) -- Scott Galloway's perspective as a high school athletic trainer changed the day a 14-year-old female basketball player at his school suffered sudden cardiac arrest and died on the court.
Most Doctors Don't Follow Colon Cancer Screening Guidelines Monday, July 11, 2011 @ 5:27AMTHURSDAY, Oct. 14 (HealthDay News) -- Only one in five doctors in the United States follows all the recommended colon cancer screening guidelines, a new report finds.
Moldy hay poses threat to farmers Monday, July 11, 2011 @ 5:03AMTwo months ago, Jonathan Cain, a grain farmer who lives near Middle Creek in Snyder County, started experiencing headaches and shortness of breath.
Scientists Aim for Test That Spots Single Cancer Cell in Blood Sample Monday, July 11, 2011 @ 4:34AMMONDAY, Jan. 3 (HealthDay News) -- A collaborative effort involving U.S. scientists and private companies is looking into a test that could find even one stray cancer cell among the millions of cells in a given blood sample.
Screening can help fight cancer Sunday, July 10, 2011 @ 7:34AMCarla Seif, right, shares make-up tips specific to those undergoing cancer treatment during the "On Wings of Hope" event in 2009 at Bucyrus Community Hospital while applying make-up to Dr. Michelle Clinger. Clinger was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2008 thanks to an annual mammogram.
QIAGEN Reaches Agreement To Buy 61% Stake In Ipsogen, Plans To Fully Acquire Leader In Oncology Molecular Diagnostics Friday, July 8, 2011 @ 5:10PMVENLO, the Netherlands, July 8, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- - Binding agreement based on terms of QIAGEN's offer in June 2011 to acquire initial stake in Ipsogen S.A. and then make tender offer for full acquisition - Ipsogen has a competitive portfolio in hematologic (blood) cancer testing with assays covering 15 biomarkers for patient profiling and monitoring - Many of Ipsogen's assays have ...
FDA to Give Certain Radiological Devices a Pass Friday, July 8, 2011 @ 1:34PMThe FDA issued draft guidance July 7 to exempt 19 types of radiology device accessories from premarket notification requirements. Among the devices include film cassettes, film processors and digitizers.
World Allergy Day celebrated Friday, July 8, 2011 @ 12:49PMWorld Allergy Day is celebrated on July 8 every year. Allergy is a common ailment which spreads more in the months of July and August as the weather is humid and hot.
Cal alum takes off on space shuttle’s final mission Friday, July 8, 2011 @ 12:25PMCal alum Col. Rex J. Walheim is among the four-person crew aboard space shuttle Atlantis, which took off this morning on the final flight of NASA's three-decade shuttle program. Walheim, who received his UC Berkeley bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering in 1984, was interviewed by NASA before today's mission.
Does my old dog really need expensive tests? Friday, July 8, 2011 @ 9:17AMDuring their daily walks in St. Louis, Kelly Jackson and her pint-sized Shih tzu, Meeko, used to run into plenty of pet lovers. But as soon as the conversation turned to Meeko's age, it was Jackson who got feisty.
Early Embryos Have The Ability To Correct Their Own Genetic Abnormalities, Reveals New Study Friday, July 8, 2011 @ 8:24AMEarly embryos have the ability to correct their own genetic abnormalities. This remarkable revelation was made at the European Society of Human Reproduction and Embryology by Professor William G. Kearns. He stated that direct evidence available clearly shows that early embryos with genetic defects can automatically correct their own faults by promoting the growth of normal cells and minimizing ...
Man Offers Kidney To Save Friend's Life Thursday, July 7, 2011 @ 11:23PMThe need for a kidney transplant brings best friends even closer together.
FDA Proposes New Policy for Some Diagnostic and Radiology Devices Thursday, July 7, 2011 @ 2:10PMSILVER SPRING, Md., July 7, 2011 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The U.S. Food and Drug Administration issued a draft guidance today describing its intent to exercise enforcement discretion with respect to the premarket notification requirements for certain in vitro diagnostic and radiology devices with well-established safety and effectiveness profiles. (Logo: http://photos.prnewswire ...
Man denies breaching ASBO on five occasions Thursday, July 7, 2011 @ 3:12AMAN “AGGRESSIVE”
Warwick Valley’s AP students create chemistry class mystery play to hook kids on science Thursday, July 7, 2011 @ 3:05AMWarwick - In an effort to get elementary school children interested in science, Warwick Valley High School Advanced Placement Chemistry students collaborated to produce a “who done it” mystery for the students in Sanfordville Elementary School’s PIE (Parents as Partners in Education) grades 3/4 program.
It's not his first DWI arrest, but it's his first for 'bath salts' Thursday, July 7, 2011 @ 12:07AMProsecutors are using a days-old Minnesota law to charge a Rochester man with driving under the influence of synthetic "bath salts."
North Vancouver man gives father gift of life Wednesday, July 6, 2011 @ 11:23PMSameer Elneweihi (left), recently donated 40 per cent of his liver to his father Ahmed after all other forms of treatment for a tumour found in Ahmed’s liver were exhausted.
The cocktail of up to 20 chemicals in a glass of milk Wednesday, July 6, 2011 @ 7:17PMA glass of milk can contain a cocktail of up to 20 painkillers, antibiotics and growth hormones used to treat animals and people, scientists have shown.
New immunotherapy helps late-stage prostate cancer patients Wednesday, July 6, 2011 @ 5:44PMThe first FDA-approved immunotherapy treatment for prostate cancer is offering late-stage patients new hope.
Bone marrow transplant prompts Bridgman men to tell their story Wednesday, July 6, 2011 @ 5:33PMBRIDGMAN — It's not every day one gets the chance to make a life-changing decision, but that's exactly what Karl Smith, of Bridgman, did in January.
Innovation marks UW-Madison contribution to vitamins, drugs, medical supplies Wednesday, July 6, 2011 @ 9:55AMWith a long tradition of exploration of medicine and biology, and a research budget that has passed $1 billion, University of Wisconsin-Madison builds on a rich history of discoveries related to drugs and nutrition: Vitamin A and B were discovered here in 1914.