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A drug being tested to treat cancer could also help patients suffering from asthma, research has suggested. Scientists found that the drug -- R-roscovitine -- helps to kill certain immune cells which can exacerbate symptoms associated with asthma.
Award Will Create New Construction and Permanent Jobs in the South Bronx and Create Access to Primary and Specialty Services for an Additional 12,000 Residents
Nearly 1,000 New Mexicans have been admitted to hospitals this year for treatment related to the H1N1 flu, according to the New Mexico Department of Health which recorded one flu-related death during the last week.
The Sarpy/Cass Department of Health H1N1 Vaccine this week in Gretna was rescheduled due to weather forecasts.
The Sarpy/Cass Department of Health will have an H1N1 Vaccine clinic from 4:30 to 8 p.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 8 in the Gretna High School auxiliary gymnasium This clinic will be for target groups, which include children and youth from 6 months to 24 years old, parents and caregivers of children less than 6 months, health care workers, pregnant women and people ages 35 to 64 with chronic conditions ...
As news of food borne illness, viruses and unsafe food recalls become a regular occurrence, families are more concerned than ever about the safety of their food. Today, Grow Green Industries, Inc., the makers of EAT CLEANER All Natural Food Wipes + Wash, announced they have become a Trusted Partner of Healthy Child Healthy World, the nation's leading nonprofit that educates families on ...
That state’s law allows medical marijuana use
Lotus Pharmaceuticals, Inc. a growing developer and producer of prescription drugs and licensed national seller of pharmaceutical products in the People's Republic of China , today reported that effective December 1, 2009, Liang Fang, a controlled operating entity of Lotus, appointed Mr.
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U.S. Rep. Adrian Smith, R-Neb., and U.S. Sen. Mike Johanns, R-Neb., both expressed concern this week over the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) declaring greenhouse gas emissions as dangerous pollutants.
Classes AUTISM: Autism Education and Support Services hosts classes at the Center for Autism Education, 105 Crossings Industrial Court in O'Fallon. Classes include Understanding Autism, 6-8 p.m. the second Tuesday of each month, and Strategies for Challenging Behaviors, 6-8 p.m. the fourth Tuesday of each month. These classes are designed for parents, grandparents, baby sitters, friends or other ...
(WOMENSENEWS)--At age 36, after a diagnosis of breast cancer, Genae Girard had a double mastectomy. At 39, the Austin, Texas, businesswoman had to decide whether to have her ovaries removed or run the risk of ovarian cancer. Genetic testing had indicated that Girard carried mutations on two genes known as BRCA1 and BRCA2, placing her at a significantly higher risk of developing hereditary breast ...
Jack Bowles opened a cardboard box filled with toy stuffed birds. When he and two visitors squeezed the toys, the sounds of owls, sparrows, woodpeckers, crows and starlings filled the room. Soon, all three humans were laughing.
Hours for the Upper Missouri District Health Unit H1N1 vaccination clinics are being shortened this week, while people in previously publicized priority groups are still encouraged to get their shots this week.
Following is a synopsis of some of the incidents that occurred during the week of Nov. 27 through Dec. 3, 2009. Refer to the city website Crime Mapping Section for additional details for the crimes of burglary, robbery, arson, theft and vehicle theft.
The Robbinsville School District saw a spike in cases of influenza-like illnesses in late October.
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