Can Physicists Be Funny? Sat, 06 Sep 2008 16:00:00 -0400 Scientists at the European Organization for Nuclear Research are taking improv comedy classes so they can better explain to a nervous world that the new Large Hadron Collider will not, in fact, create a black hole that could end life on earth. Physicist Bob Stanek and improv pioneer Charna Halpern talk about helping scientists communicate better. African Dust Linked To Hurricane Strength Fri, 05 Sep 2008 17:04:00 -0400 In 2005 and 2006, winds off of Africa contained large amounts of dust, which scientist say may have dampened storms in the Atlantic Ocean. But this year, the air is clear and powerful storms are lining up to strike the U.S. Study: Sea Levels Won't Rise As Much As Predicted Fri, 05 Sep 2008 12:02:00 -0400 Sea levels could rise between 2.5 and 6 feet this century as a result of global warming, a new study reports. That estimate is lower than some widely circulated figures. Foreclosure May Become Health Problem Fri, 05 Sep 2008 13:00:00 -0400 Behind the foreclosure numbers are a lot of families under severe stress. A family in Tracy, Calif. explains how their financial problems are impacting their health.
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Gustav Relief Sends Red Cross Into Debt Philip Rucker Sat, 06 Sep 2008 00:00:00 -0400 The American Red Cross said yesterday that it is going deep into debt to fund a $70 million Hurricane Gustav relief effort, an unusual occurrence even as the nation's biggest disaster aid charity braces for a trio of powerful storms lurking in the Atlantic.
FDA to List Drugs Being Investigated David Brown Sat, 06 Sep 2008 00:00:00 -0400 The Food and Drug Administration will begin posting every three months a list of drugs whose safety is under investigation because of complaints brought to the agency's attention by drug companies, physicians and patients.
R.I. Seeks Limits on Medicaid Spending Lori Montgomery Fri, 05 Sep 2008 00:00:00 -0400 Facing a severe budget shortfall, Rhode Island officials are seeking unprecedented authority to rein in Medicaid spending in a move that has alarmed Democrats in Congress and advocates for the poor.
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Breast MRIs delay cancer treatment by weeks: study Sat, 06 Sep 2008 17:34:35 -0400 CHICAGO (Reuters) - Women with newly diagnosed breast cancer who get an MRI scan wait about three weeks longer before their surgery and are far more likely to get a mastectomy than women who have only a mammogram, U.S. researchers said on Saturday.
Embryonic stem cells still needed, panel says Fri, 05 Sep 2008 12:57:51 -0400 WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Although researchers have discovered ways to make powerful stem cells without the use of human embryos, the controversial use of embryonic stem cells is still necessary, a panel of experts said on Friday.
Plastics chemical harms brain function in monkeys Fri, 05 Sep 2008 16:20:55 -0400 NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - Scientists reported this week new evidence that low doses of the chemical bisphenol A (BPA), widely used to make plastic food and drinking containers, can impair brain function in primates, extending the findings of previous research conducted in rats.
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When sex becomes an addiction Fri, 05 Sep 2008 10:31:24 -0400 "Californication" star David Duchovny made headlines for voluntarily entering rehab last week. But it wasn't for drugs or alcohol. It was for another dependency, one that affects millions of Americans but is seldom discussed: sex addiction.
FDA posts list of drugs under investigation Fri, 05 Sep 2008 17:20:57 -0400 Read full story for latest details.
Network TV stands up to cancer Fri, 05 Sep 2008 09:43:30 -0400 Read full story for latest details.
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When Eating Healthy Goes Too Far Sat, 06 Sep 2008 11:29:24 -0400 People overly concerned with health food are falling victim to eating disorder. FDA Lists Potentially Problematic Drugs Fri, 05 Sep 2008 19:08:53 -0400 The agency posts the first online list of drugs with potential safety problems. 10 Germy Surfaces You Touch Every Day Fri, 05 Sep 2008 06:11:54 -0400 To stay safe from germs, what places need a good cleaning the most?
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Vein tubes 'fitted needlessly' Sun, 07 Sep 2008 00:07:41 -0000 A third of patients have unnecessary tubes inserted into veins when they are in hospital, pharmacists have warned. Young 'ignorant on mental health' Sun, 07 Sep 2008 00:26:01 -0000 Almost half of all teenagers cannot name a single mental health condition, according to a poll of schoolchildren. Isotope shortage may delay scans Fri, 05 Sep 2008 22:56:23 -0000 Hundreds of important NHS hospital tests could be put on hold due to a worldwide shortage of a radioactive isotope.
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Debunking the Myths of Anorexia Sat, 06 Sep 2008 18:55:35 -0000 Anorexics can be male, old, Latino, black or pregnant. A new book undercuts old stereotypes.
Rethinking the War on Cancer Sat, 06 Sep 2008 17:55:51 -0000 After billions spent on research and decades of hit-or-miss treatments, it's time to rethink the war on cancer.
Advocates for the Mentally Disabled on Palin's Pledge Fri, 05 Sep 2008 18:51:19 -0000 Advocates for the disabled receive Sarah Palin's pledge of support with the wary optimism of a group accustomed to unfulfilled promises.
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Do MRIs help or hurt breast cancer patients? Sat, 06 Sep 2008 21:30:58 -0000 A new breast cancer study raises a provocative question: Can you ever have too much information? The study focuses on MRI scans, ...
Raising grandchildren an extra burden for many Sun, 07 Sep 2008 05:00:00 -0000 An estimated 2.5 million U.S. grandparents are responsible for the basic needs of one or more grandchildren who live with them, ...
Gunman's rampage shows pitfalls for mentally ill Sat, 06 Sep 2008 00:29:55 -0000 Isaac Zamora's mother begged him to get help when he was released from jail a month ago. State and federal laws prevented her ...
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A Vaccine to Attack Ovarian Cancer
Why is research on ovarian cancer so critical? Ovarian cancer is the fifth most common cancer among women. Ovarian cancer research efforts create and define new protocols for early detection, prevention and advanced therapy application.
Diabetes Control Through Education and Lifestyle
Type 2 diabetes poses a major public health threat in the U.S. It is already the costliest chronic illness in the country and its prevalence is increasing rapidly. Currently, nearly 21 million Americans have type 2 diabetes and 53 million Americans have pre-diabetes, which puts them at significant risk for developing the disease.
Transforming Medicine Through Research
Over the past decade, cardiovascular research and clinical care at the University of Pennsylvania has grown tremendously with many nationally and internationally recognized research and clinical programs. The Penn Cardiovascular Institute (CVI) was established in 2005 to build bridges between scientists and clinicians. This collaborative spirit has facilitated the development of novel treatments and therapies, which patients at Penn have been among the first in the world to benefit from. Our researchers and clinicians continue to discover new breakthroughs that lead to life-saving procedures, devices and medications that will positively impact the care of individuals with cardiovascular disease.
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Choosing a Weight-Loss Program for your Child Fri, 02 May 2008 00:00:00 -0400 Read more about this interesting rd.com article. Your Weight Loss Strategy: Taking a Closer Look Sun, 18 Mar 2007 00:00:00 -0400 Figure out whether you're a diet or an exercise person with our quiz. Your answers will help you decide whether to focus your efforts on cutting back on calories through diet or burning more calories through exercise and sports. Foods to Lower Blood Sugar: Berries Fri, 16 Mar 2007 00:00:00 -0400 Berries are nutrition powerhouses and they may help keep your blood sugar in check.
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