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ADA 2010 Annual Session Features Latest Products, Technologies In Dentistry
There's still time to register and gain firsthand knowledge of the latest products, technologies and techniques in dentistry at the American Dental Association's (ADA) 151st Annual Session and World Marketplace Exhibition. It takes place Oct. 9 - Oct. 12 at the Orlando (Fla.) Orange County Convention Center. The ADA Annual Session offers attendees the choice of more than 245 relevant and topical continuing education courses, with more than 50% of lecture courses offered free with registration. ...
Published by Medical News Today on: 2010-09-03

Minister Harney Launches The Findings Of The All-Ireland Traveller Health Study
Mary Harney, Minister for Health &Children, yesterday (Thursday 2nd September, 2010) welcomed the publication of the findings of the All-Ireland Traveller Health Study, which she launched in July 2007...
Published by Medical News Today on: 2010-09-03

Every Rose Has Its Thorn; Legionnaire's Disease In The Garden
Quite an unusual case of Legionnaire's disease arose in 2010 and is now being thoroughly investigated. Why so strange? A healthy 67 year old man contracted Legionnaire's through a cut on his hand while handling compost in his garden. This week's edition of The Lancet reports the full details based on a Case Report by Dr. Simon M Patten, Royal Alexandra Hospital, Paisley and his colleagues. In March 2010, this fit senior in the United Kingdom arrived at the Royal Alexandra Hospital possessing ...
Published by Medical News Today on: 2010-09-03

Important Breakthrough In Origins Of Aggressive Breast Cancer
Researchers have made a major breakthrough in finding out how aggressive cancers originate, raising hope of novel targeted therapies for future breast cancer patients, according to a study published in the peer-reviewed journal Cell Stem Cell. The scientists say this is the first study to show that the most aggressive cancers probably arise from intermediary, or progenitor, cells, which may significantly influence future research into fighting breast cancer...
Published by Medical News Today on: 2010-09-03

Potent new hepatitis C drug: First clinical trials successfully completed
The first clinical trials on a new investigational drug being developed to treat infections caused by hepatitis C virus have been successfully completed. Completion of the initial phase (phase 1a) of trials of INX-189 means the chances of it becoming an approved medicine have significantly improved.
Published by ScienceDaily on: 2010-09-03

Americans struggle with long-term weight loss
Only about one in every six Americans who have ever been overweight or obese loses weight and maintains that loss, according to researchers.
Published by ScienceDaily on: 2010-09-03

Afla-Guard also protects corn crops, study shows
Afla-Guard, a biological control used to thwart the growth of fungi on peanuts, can be used on corn as well, according to a study by agriculture scientists who helped develop it. After extensive study and research trials in Texas, Afla-Guard was registered by the US Environmental Protection Agency for use on corn, beginning with the 2009 crop.
Published by ScienceDaily on: 2010-09-03

Magnetism's subatomic roots: Study of high-tech materials helps explain everyday phenomenon
Theoretical physicists have created a new model that helps define the subatomic origins of ferromagnetism -- the everyday "magnetism" of compass needles and refrigerator magnets. The model was created to explore the inner workings of ferromagnetic compounds that are related to high-temperature superconductors.
Published by ScienceDaily on: 2010-09-03

A Child Psychiatrist Responds
Dr. Mary Margaret Gleason answers some readers' questions.
Published by NYT on: 2010-09-03

Helping a Neighbor in Need
New Web sites aim to connect those in need with friends and acquaintances willing to provide rides and meals, do chores or pay visits.
Published by NYT on: 2010-09-03