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Archive for July, 2008

Genes from Middle East families yield autism clues (AP)

Thursday, July 31st, 2008

Genes from Middle East families yield autism clues (AP)AP - Harvard researchers have discovered half a dozen new genes involved in autism that suggest the disorder strikes in a brain that can’t properly form new connections.
Treadmill workstation brings exercise to office, slowly (AFP)AFP - The maker of a new product that combines a treadmill and […]

Sedona Meditation Training Company Announces The Radiance Retreat At The Sanctuary on Camelback Mountain

Wednesday, July 30th, 2008

Sedona Meditation Training Company Announces The Radiance Retreat At The Sanctuary on Camelback Mountain
The Sedona Meditation Training Company announces The Radiance Retreat at the Sanctuary on Camelback Mountain September 12-14, 2008. (PRWeb Jul 28, 2008)
Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/07/prweb1143394.htm
NFL Players Endorse New Customized Vitamins at Health Supplement Site
Nutritional products popular among a number of […]

Kids should work with hands for brains’ sake (Reuters)

Tuesday, July 29th, 2008

Kids should work with hands for brains’ sake (Reuters)Reuters - British children’s brain development isbeing threatened by their failure to work with their hands inschool and at home, said a report released on Monday.
Workshop Helps Parents, Kids Talk About Sex (HealthDay)HealthDay - FRIDAY, July 11 (HealthDay News) — Teach parents how to talk about sexwith […]

Gene Profiles Might Help Guide Lung Cancer Care (HealthDay)

Monday, July 28th, 2008

Gene Profiles Might Help Guide Lung Cancer Care (HealthDay)HealthDay - SUNDAY, July 20 (HealthDay News) — A sweeping genetic analysissuggests that the activity of certain genes might someday allow doctors topredict which lung cancer patients need more aggressive therapies andwhich do not.

Health Tip: Have a Safe Fourth of July (HealthDay)

Sunday, July 27th, 2008

Health Tip: Have a Safe Fourth of July (HealthDay)HealthDay - (HealthDay News) — Food, fun and fireworks are all part of theFourth of July holiday.
Workshop Helps Parents, Kids Talk About Sex (HealthDay)HealthDay - FRIDAY, July 11 (HealthDay News) — Teach parents how to talk about sexwith their teen, and they will tackle this tough subject […]

Retina Group of New York To Present Seminar on Age-Related Macular Degeneration; The Leading Cause of Visual Loss in Seniors

Saturday, July 26th, 2008

Retina Group of New York To Present Seminar on Age-Related Macular Degeneration; The Leading Cause of Visual Loss in Seniors
The Retina Group of New York will present an educational meeting regarding age-related macular degeneration especially designed for seniors. The lecture will be held at the Farmingdale Public Library at 116 Merritts Road, Farmingdale, NY 11735, […]

Shamir Wins Hermes Creative Award for Integrated Marketing Campaign

Friday, July 25th, 2008

Shamir Wins Hermes Creative Award for Integrated Marketing Campaign
Shamir's VEE teaser ad campaign receives honors for creativity and use of multiple media. (PRWeb Jul 23, 2008)
Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/07/prweb1129324.htm
Sleepy Employees Hurt the Bottom Line, Says Dr. Benjamin Gerson
Sleep disorders affect worker productivity and cause weight gain, hypertension, diabetes and other conditions that increase […]

Vaccination plan puts health care workers first (Reuters)

Thursday, July 24th, 2008

Vaccination plan puts health care workers first (Reuters)Reuters - Essential health care workers wouldbe immunized first if a flu pandemic broke out in the UnitedStates, the government said on Wednesday.

Feel the Color… Zoya’s Vibe and Pulse Professional Nail Color Collections for Fall 2008 have Arrived

Wednesday, July 23rd, 2008

Feel the Color… Zoya’s Vibe and Pulse Professional Nail Color Collections for Fall 2008 have Arrived
Zoya Professional Nail Lacquer wants you to feel the VIBE and put your finger on the PULSE of color this season with two stunning new Fall 08 collections featuring six deluxe creams and six shimmering metallics. (PRWeb Jul 22, 2008)
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Gene Profiles Might Help Guide Lung Cancer Care (HealthDay)

Tuesday, July 22nd, 2008

Gene Profiles Might Help Guide Lung Cancer Care (HealthDay)HealthDay - SUNDAY, July 20 (HealthDay News) — A sweeping genetic analysissuggests that the activity of certain genes might someday allow doctors topredict which lung cancer patients need more aggressive therapies andwhich do not.
Treadmill workstation brings exercise to office, slowly (AFP)AFP - The maker of a […]