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U.S. senator envies Canada's H1N1 vaccines
A U.S. senator looked longingly at Canada's H1N1 vaccine supply on Wednesdayas so many Americans rushed to get vaccinated against the swine flu virus that some places ran short.
Milestone Discovery In Cell Behaviors
Molecular scientists have discovered a new, fast mechanism by which cells communicate change -- for example their location during spreading of a cancer in the human body -- to adjacent...
Gentle Touch May Aid Multiple Sclerosis Patients
Physical therapists studying persons with multiple sclerosis found that excessive force often used for gripping can be eased by gently touching the hand or arm in use, raising the possibility...
Scientists remove amyloid plaques from brains of live animals with Alzheimer's disease
A breakthrough discovery by scientists from the Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville, FL, may lead to a new treatment for Alzheimer's Disease that actually removes amyloid plaques - considered a hallmark...
Misuse of antibiotics not the only cause of resistance says report
The perception that antibiotic resistance is primarily the undesirable consequence of antibiotic abuse or misuse is a view that is simplistic and inaccurate, according to a recent report by the...
Experts summarise state of the science in autism disorders
Scientific understanding and medical treatments for autism spectrum disorders (ASDs) have advanced significantly over the past several years, but much remains to be done, say experts from the Centre for...
Mayo Clinic tests non-incision, endoscopic ulcer repair
Mayo Clinic surgical researchers are reporting a 93 percent success rate in recent animal tests of endoscopic repair of perforated ulcers. The goal is to advance the use of an...
Cell study explains why younger people more at risk of vCJD
Specific cells within the immune system could help explain why younger people are more susceptible to variant CJD, scientists believe...
'Beneficial' effects of alcohol?
According a new study of over 3,000 adults aged 70-79, the apparent association between light-to-moderate alcohol consumption and reduced risk of functional decline over time did not hold up after...
Affordable anti-rejection drug as effective as higher cost option
A newer, less expensive drug used to suppress the immune system and prevent organ rejection in kidney and pancreas transplant patients works just as well as its much more expensive...
New data: Hospital imaging centers poised to pull back, hitting patients hardest in rural areas
Survivors and patients with cancers and heart disease, along with patient advocate organizations and physicians, today urged policymakers to enhance early diagnosis of deadly diseases by preserving access to advanced...
New Helper For Bulky Amino Acids
Asymmetric Synthesis: Stripped-down small-molecule catalyst improves synthesis of key chiral intermediates.
Bioengineering of nerve-muscle connection could improve hand use for wounded soldiers
CHICAGO -- Modern tissue engineering developed at the University of Michigan could improve the function of prosthetic hands and possibly restore the sense of touch for injured patients....
Canadian Blood Supply Future Uncertain As Population Ages
The Canadian blood supply relies heavily on a small number of donors -- with young adults donating at higher rates -- which may prove problematic as the population ages, according...
Blood Diagnosis: Chip-based And Mobile
New chip-based blood analysis takes just a few minutes and the doctor knows straight-away whether there are any pathogens in the blood. An improved marker-free technique provides the basis for...
Diagnosing Tietze's Syndrome Requires Multiple Tests, New Study Reports
Tietze's syndrome--a painful disorder of the costal cartilage--can mimic a heart attack, pulmonary blood clots, or even psychological stress. Diagnosing the disorder is often a matter of ruling out...
Trialing major weight loss for type 2 diabetes in the overweight
In the first trial of its kind in the world, researchers at Monash University's Centre for Obesity Research and Education (CORE) will examine the benefits of a gastric banding procedure...
Report: Unsafe abortions kill 70,000 annually
(AP) -- Increased contraceptive use has led to fewer abortions worldwide, but deaths from unsafe abortion remain a severe problem, killing 70,000 women a year, a research institute reported...
Using Simple Genome, Researchers Move Personalized Medicine Closer to Reality
(PhysOrg.com) -- Researchers at Columbia University have developed a statistical method that accurately predicts how an organism will respond to dozens of commonly used drugs. This clinical and conceptual advance...
Building Up Broken Bones
(PhysOrg.com) -- Any one of the 8 million Americans who suffer bone fractures each year knows how hard it is to wait for the bones to knit, or heal. Bone...
Some Fisher/Rex-brand sandwiches recalled
WASHINGTON, Oct. 14 (UPI) -- The U.S. Food and Drug Administration announced a three-state recall of Fisher/Rex-brand Sandwiches because of potential bacterial contamination.
Mammogram changes bring initial delays
A new booking system for mammograms on P.E.I. is causing delays for women booking their first annual screening, but eventually more appointments will be booked.
Flu patients needed life support
Researchers have found that many doctors needed ECMO, an advanced and risky form of life support, to treat bird flu cases.
Farm injuries remain common
New Zealand farms have a bad accident rate – according to a recent study, reasons include overwork and unused safety gear.
Breastfed babies breathe easy
A recent study has found that breastfeeding may protect infants against asthma, wheezing, and related problems.
Panguitch Journal: A Rare Case of Homegrown Medicine
Doctors are a rarity in many rural areas. But Panguitch, Utah, has a hospital whose three doctors have never worked anywhere else.
Mandatory Flu Vaccination for N.Y. Health Workers Is Criticized
The New York Civil Liberties Union says compulsory flu shots are an unconstitutional violation of workers’ rights.
Personal Best: Is the Exercise Cool-Down Really Necessary?
There is pretty much no science behind the cool-down advice.