Museum: Galileo's Fingers, Tooth Found Fri, 20 Nov 2009 17:06:00 -0500 Two fingers and a tooth removed from Galileo Galilei's corpse in a Florentine basilica in the 18th century and given up for lost have been found again, a Florence museum said Friday. Scientist: 'Don't Give Up' On Stopping Asian Carp Fri, 20 Nov 2009 16:00:00 -0500 Two Asian carp species that could devastate the Great Lakes ecosystem may be a few miles from Lake Michigan. To halt their migration, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers built an underwater electric fence on a canal 20 miles south of the lake. But tests conducted by David Lodge at Notre Dame indicate that they have gotten close to the lake despite the barrier. Rethinking The Human Future In Space Fri, 20 Nov 2009 13:00:00 -0500 With NASA reporting a "significant amount" of water on the lunar surface, is it time to re-examine our priorities regarding living and working in space? Mark Sykes, director of the Planetary Science Institute, talks about why and how people should venture beyond Earth. Personalizing Solar Power Fri, 20 Nov 2009 13:00:00 -0500 Researchers are hoping to improve solar energy installations by coupling a solar panel to an efficient hydrolysis unit that splits water into oxygen and hydrogen. Daniel Nocera of MIT says the approach could lead to personal solar power units that could get many houses off the grid.
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H1N1 cases fall in U.S. but could rise with Thanksgiving travel, gatherings Rob Stein Sat, 21 Nov 2009 00:00:00 -0500
The level of swine flu activity in the United States appears to be declining, although officials are worried about another increase of cases during the Thanksgiving holiday when many people travel and families gather.
Women can wait until age 21 for cervical cancer test, group says Rob Stein Fri, 20 Nov 2009 00:00:00 -0500
Women can delay having their first Pap test for cervical cancer until they turn 21 and many can wait longer to go back for follow-up screenings, according to new guidelines released Friday by a major medical group.
For bubbly Va. 6-year-old, swine flu's attack came quick and strong Brigid Schulte Fri, 20 Nov 2009 14:25:58 -0500
JETERSVILLE, VA. -- On Wednesday, Oct. 7, 6-year-old Heaven Skyler Wilson dragged herself off the school bus that dropped her in front of her home on a rural road in Jetersville, just south of Richmond. The little girl, who had never had so much as an ear infection in her life, was pale and fever...
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Healthcare bill gains ahead of U.S. Senate test Sat, 21 Nov 2009 13:28:01 -0500 WASHINGTON (Reuters) - A broad healthcare overhaul moved closer to clearing its first U.S. Senate hurdle on Saturday when one of two wavering Democrats said she would vote to begin debate on the landmark legislation.
Did U.S. make mistake in skipping vaccine additive? Fri, 20 Nov 2009 12:36:45 -0500 WASHINGTON (Reuters) - As U.S. health officials struggle to vaccinate tens of millions of Americans against the pandemic of swine flu, some are looking regretfully at one easy way to instantly double or triple the number of doses available -- by using an immune booster called an adjuvant.
New guidelines push back age for Pap smears Fri, 20 Nov 2009 14:29:07 -0500 CHICAGO (Reuters) - Women in the United States should start cervical cancer screening at age 21 and most do not need an annual Pap smear, according to new guidelines issued on Friday that aim to reduce the risk of unnecessary treatment.
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Scrutiny for cancer screenings Fri, 20 Nov 2009 18:31:42 -0500 It's been a confusing week for women, with new guidelines for breast cancer and cervical cancer exams. Though the guidelines triggered controversy, one expert said, there could be a silver lining.
Can your doctor spot H1N1? Fri, 20 Nov 2009 13:26:11 -0500 You know what the flu looks like, don't you? Fever, aches and pain, sometimes an upset stomach. But an estimated 10 to 50 percent of H1N1 flu cases are showing up without fever -- long thought of as the flu's defining feature.
Purpose found after loved ones' suicides Fri, 20 Nov 2009 11:12:13 -0500 Dozens of people shared stories of losing loved ones to suicide on CNN.com's iReport. They're part of a growing movement that openly speaks out about the experience, despite the stigma.
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Another Day, Another Confusing Jolt for Women: Delay Cervical Exams? Fri, 20 Nov 2009 13:40:27 -0500 On the heels of the mammogram mess, women now given guidelines on pap smears.
Health - Women's Health - Pelvic Exams and Pap Tests - Women - People Less Frequent Pap Tests: Good for Women? Fri, 20 Nov 2009 18:39:57 -0500 Dr. Marie Savard says changing cervical cancer screening recs is a welcome step.
Cancer - Cervical cancer - Health - Conditions and Diseases - Gynecologic Swine Flu Activity Down in Many States Sat, 21 Nov 2009 10:58:30 -0500 Many areas see flu levels decline, but the CDC warns it may not be over yet.
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Childhood abuse 'quickens ageing' Sat, 21 Nov 2009 00:48:10 -0000 Physical or emotional abuse during childhood could speed up the body's ageing process, US research suggests. Fans sign up for Smokefree United Sat, 21 Nov 2009 00:51:32 -0000 Chelsea fans might be celebrating being top of the Premier League but they are struggling to give smoking the red card. Drug-resistant swine flu hits UK Fri, 20 Nov 2009 17:14:49 -0000 Health officials in Cardiff say a Tamiflu-resistant strain of swine flu has spread between hospital patients.
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Why Women Reject the Mammogram Recommendations Fri, 20 Nov 2009 16:16:25 -0000 Why many American women are resolutely rejecting the new mammogram recommendations, despite mixed reaction in the medical community.
Health Care: Abortion Is Not the Only Moral Issue Wed, 18 Nov 2009 20:42:49 -0000 Our entire health-care system is filled with complex moral choices. We shouldn't make our health-care debate about just one.
Why Men Leave When Cancer Arrives Mon, 16 Nov 2009 22:52:13 -0000 A new study shows that men are more likely to ditch their sick spouses.
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HHS to warn consumers of flu drug price gouging Thu, 19 Nov 2009 08:10:54 -0000 The Department of Health and Human Services will issue consumer warnings about price variations for a scarce liquid form of the ...
Drug resistant H1N1 found in U.S. and U.K. Fri, 20 Nov 2009 21:51:49 -0000 Epidemic experts have launched an investigation of four Tamiflu-resistant swine flu cases at Duke University Medical Center to ...
Ex-smoker to speak out about $300M verdict Fri, 20 Nov 2009 15:01:31 -0000 A former smoker in Fort Lauderdale is speaking out about her $300 million verdict against Philip Morris.
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Diabetes Awareness Month
Mon, 02 Nov 2009 20:00:00 -0000 Type 2 diabetes accounts for 90 to 95 percent of the 14 million diabetes cases in the United States. With an estimated 57 million Americans at risk, awareness and prevention are critical. Type 2 diabetes occurs when your body becomes insulin resistant, meaning fat, liver and muscle cells do not process insulin correctly. Blood sugar that is unable to be stored in the proper cells builds up in the blood, resulting in high blood glucose levels — the cause of type 2 diabetes.
Join Penn's Team for the 2009 Start! Heart Walk
Mon, 02 Nov 2009 20:00:00 -0000 Get involved in this very important cause by joining a Penn Heart Walk team today. Your donations help support Penn Heart and Vascular Care and the American Heart Association's efforts to develop programs and research dedicated to finding better treatments and cures for heart disease and stroke.
Heartburn or GERD?
Mon, 02 Nov 2009 20:00:00 -0000 An estimated 60 million Americans have heartburn symptoms at least once a month. Anyone experiencing heartburn more than twice a week could have gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). GERD occurs when a muscle in the esophagus does not close properly, allowing stomach contents to leak back into the esophagus and cause irritation. Prolonged exposure can cause permanent damage, but most cases are treatable with lifestyle changes and medication.
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