A Donald Trump ally has ignited widespread outrage after wishing for US President Barack Obama’s death and making racially charged comments about the first lady. Carl Paladino-a businessman who served as a co-chairman of the president-elect’s New York State election campaign-made the incendiary jabs in a year-end feature published on Friday in Artvoice, a weekly newspaper in upstate New York.
Day: December 24, 2016
Communities work to become age-friendly for residents
Hundreds of big and small communities around the world are working to make sure people can live there from birth to old age. In 2012, the AARP started its Network of Age-Friendly Communities to find ways to enrich life for seniors.
Researchers develop automated melanoma detector for skin cancer screening
Even experts can be fooled by melanoma. People with this type of skin cancer often have mole-looking growths on their skin that tend to be irregular in shape and color, and can be hard to tell apart from benign ones, making the disease difficult to diagnose.
Stem cells give scientists a new window into the biology of a rare disease
Today, Stanford pediatric cardiologist Marlene Rabinovitch , MD, and her team published new research that advances their quest to understand a serious – and very puzzling – lung disease. They’re studying pulmonary arterial hypertension , which frequently leads to heart failure.
RCC student takes early college route to PSU – 1:42 pm updated:
… to get a PhD in infectious diseases and would like to do research at the Centers for Disease Control or the World Health Organization on cancers caused by viruses. If you would like to join Clark on campus at Robeson Community College for the spring …
China: H7N9 deaths in Anhui are first this winter
Two people in Anhui Province have died from H7N9 bird flu, the first fatalities in China among this winter’s cases, while Macau reported its first human infection of the strain since returning to the motherland in 1999. The east China province has reported five cases of H7N9 avian flu since December 8, including the two people who died, the health authority said in a statement posted on its website and dated Wednesday.
Transplant teen coming home for festive period after receiving a new…
A teenager is coming home for Christmas after spending a year in hospital following the greatest Christmas gift of all: a new heart. Rachael Moffat, 15, had her second transplant at the end of last year but following complications spent 12 months recovering in hospital.
Delay Umbilical Cord Clamping After Birth, Physicians Group Recommends
… said there is increasing evidence that waiting an additional 30 to 60 seconds to clamp the umbilical cord has clear health benefits. Mascola said that the practice does not interfere with early care of the newborn, and that it does stimulate …
The impact of the newly licensed dengue vaccine in endemic countries
With approximately 3 billion people at risk of acquiring the infection, dengue fever is now considered the most important mosquito-borne viral disease in the world, with 390 million dengue infections occurring every year, of which 96 million manifest symptoms with any level of disease severity. Treatment of uncomplicated dengue cases is only supportive and severe dengue cases require hospital intensive care.
Correction: Carrie Fisher story
In a story Dec. 23 about Carrie Fisher’s medical emergency, The Associated Press reported erroneously that the movie “Postcards From The Edge” was released in 1987. It was released in 1990.
Sorry, Santa – science skeptics must be stopped, for our own sake | Opinion
… The ideas that certain ethnic groups are inferior to others, that humans have no impact upon the environment, that health regulations such as vaccination laws actually harm us are all examples of pseudoscience. It doesn’t matter whether you’re a …
Fit for ministry: Childhood prepares pastor for empathetic life
If you met Tony Kelsie for the first time, you might not peg him for a pastor. He’s in his mid-50s, but he radiates the natural vigor and strength of a much younger man.
WHO on the Hong Kong H7N9 case
On 20 December 2016, the Department of Health , Hong Kong Special Administrative Region notified WHO of a case of laboratory-confirmed human infection with avian influenza A virus. The case is a 75-year-old man who travelled to Dongguan, Guangdong province from 28 November to 9 December 2016.
U.S. IPO Weekly Recap: 3 Large Filings Look To Raise An Estimated…
This week saw four companies file for IPOs including family-owned trucker Schneider National , packaging film manufacturer Klockner Pentaplast , E&P Jagged Peak Energy , and SPAC FinTech Acquisition II . There were no pricings this week and there is nothing on the calendar for the remainder of the year.
China: First documented case of avian influenza (H5N1) virus infection in a lion
In summary, we documented the first infection of a lion with a highly pathogenic H5N1 AIV, expanding the host range of AIV. This virus was a reassortant from circulating H5N1/H9N2 viruses and remained prevalent among poultry.
Gifting the farm to your heirs
Having the family farm can be a tricky matter. Most heirs want their share, so how do you turn over the farm to one heir and still have something for the others? The financial advisers broke it down into four main considerations: security, transition strategy, liquidity and happy holidays.
North Carolina: No longer a democracy
… for Arkansas: Let’s stay ahead of North Carolina. One step would be avoiding a bathroom bill. Alas ….. Sign-ups for health insurance under the Affordable Care Act continue to rise even as a Republican Congress and president-elect prepare to …
Smoking warning to protect children
Smokers across Lancashire are being called on this Christmas to recognise young children are at risk of serious illness due to second hand smoke. It is dangerous for anyone exposed to it, but children are especially vulnerable as they have less well-developed airways, lungs and immune systems.
The rights of residents and help from an ombudsman
… a transfer or discharge: (a) is necessary to meet the resident’s welfare; (b) is appropriate because the resident’s health has improved and s/he no longer requires nursing home care; (c) is needed to protect the health and safety of other residents …
Sen’Derrick Marks ‘never had doubt’ about regaining form after injuries
Jacksonville Jaguars defensive tackle Sen’Derrick Marks brings down Houston Texans running back Lamar Miller an NFL game on Sunday, Dec. 18, 2016, in Houston. Defensive tackle Sen’Derrick Marks and coach Gus Bradley started out together with the Jacksonville Jaguars – Marks signing a free-agent contract after playing four seasons with the Tennessee Titans and Bradley taking the reins after serving as the Seattle Seahawks’ defensive coordinator.
Dr Aj: Early medicare compromise still colours doctors’ pay
Before medicare, patients were charged directly for health services provided by family doctors. There were no set fees for visits to the doctor and different doctors charged different amounts for similar services.
Boil order issued in Lindon over E. coli contamination
Residents in the northern Utah city of Lindon are being advised not to drink tap water before boiling it now that E. coli has been detected in the city’s water supply. The Deseret News reports that city officials said Friday residents should use boiled tap water or bottled water for drinking and cooking as a safety precaution.
Brave Bury St Edmunds boy is chosen to be Ipswich Town’s Boxing Day mascot
A brave Bury St Edmunds boy who is undergoing treatment for cancer has been chosen to be Ipswich Town Football Club’s mascot at their Boxing Day match. Oliver Turner, aged five, was diagnosed in March with kidney cancer Wilms’ tumour and has had surgery to remove the tumour and his kidney.
Ant-Like Bees Discovered in North American Deserts
Two species of ant-like males, which are completely different in appearance from their mates. Credit: Zach Portman, Utah State University Perdita is one of the most diverse genuses of bees ranging from deserts of southwestern United States to the arid lands of Mexico.
Coming out of depression to rediscover the joy of life
… County, man has been shining a light on depression by traveling around the country speaking on behalf of the mental health advocacy group Minding Your Mind, which trained him as a speaker. He beams with excitement as he talks about connecting with …
Colorful NBA sideline reporter Craig Sager dies
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Holidays can mean trouble for diabetics
However, for those with diabetes, all that fun food can be harmful. Here are some things to keep in mind when you’re preparing a holiday meal.
6 Easy Ways to Take Better Care of Your Health
“Many people work hard to establish healthy habits at the beginning of the year. But for those with busy schedules and tight budgets, maintaining these habits over time can be a challenge,” says Jill Turner-Mitchael, senior vice president of Sam’s Club, Consumables and Health and Wellness.
Offering a haven for the homeless
… run a kind of soup kitchen. “A lot of the people we’re dealing with have alcohol and drug problems, they have mental health issues – and at the time they’re with us every place is closed. We can’t get them any help. If we had these people for twelve …
3 families enduring the devastation of dementia
Larry Olsen , 77, spent decades as a wilderness survival expert, teaching people to care for themselves in extreme circumstances. But none of his skills prepared him for a disease that would steal his steady bearing and destroy his mind.
‘SNL’ Star Pete Davidson Says NFL’s Rx Weed Ban Is ‘F***ed Up’
‘SNL’ star Pete Davidson is sticking to his guns in his beef with the NFL’s weed policy … saying the league suspending a player for using marijuana to deal with his Crohn’s disease is “terrible.” The player Davidson’s talking about is Buffalo Bills lineman Seantrel Henderson … who was hit with a 10 game ban after a 2nd violation of the league’s substance abuse policy earlier this year.
Uniform Advantage Donates More Than $5,000 to Living Beyond Breast Cancer
… a metastatic form of the disease. Resources are developed in collaboration with the nation’s leading oncologists, health professionals and ally organizations and are delivered by people who understand the physical and emotional complexities of …
Thrive Senior Living announces Thrive Memory Care at West Chester, Ohio
… care information in its innovative digital environment, which seamlessly integrates communication, Electronic Health Records, Medication Administration, and Individual Care Plans. Care Teams will quickly and easily have access to residents’ full …
Sprouts inspire line of dementia research
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BC-US-Obama Legacy,ADVISORY, US
Few presidents have entered the White House carrying as many expectations as Barack Obama. The first black president and the first of his generation, Obama arrived promising to end wars, restore economic stability, improve health care, expand equality, reimagine our politics and, yes, bring new hope and change.
Global Nuclear Cardiology Market will generate new growth opportunities by 2015 – 2021
The nuclear cardiology market is focused mainly on three major segments namely, radiology devices, picture archiving and communications systems and radiology information systems and radiopharmaceuticals. Nuclear imaging in cardiac disorders aids in accurate diagnosis of cardiovascular diseases and blockages in blood flow.
Mammography Market by product, technology, application and Region A-…
Research report by marketdataforecast.com with in-depth analysis on Mammography Market which provides information on market size, share, forecasts and company profiles for major industry participants 2016-2021 According to the report Mammography Market , published by Market Data Forecast, the global market is projected to reach USD 1,920 million by 2021, at a CAGR of 6.1% from 2016 to 2021. For full report refer to While breast cancer prevails as the one of the most deadly diseases among women, the need for early diagnosis of breast cancer has increased rising the demand for the mammography.
California’s regulations and high taxes hurt its health care rankings
… repealing and replacing it with a plan more to President-elect Donald Trump’s liking, is still very murky. But major health care policy changes are expected, and whatever emerges from Congress is probably going to put more responsibility on …
Early Steps nursery in Bathgate raises A 2400 for St John’s Breast Cancer Unit.
A fantastic effort by the children who raised the funds with a series of sponsored events, including a cake sale. The children at Early Steps Nursery at the Pyramids in Bathgate have been working very hard to raise funds, and presented a cheque for 2400 to Rosie Smalls, one of the Macmillan nurses based at the unit.
Global HPV Testing Market to Grow at a High CAGR of around 16.17% by…
… Testing Market Challenge: * Pap test: Alternative diagnostic test for cervical cancer screening * Limited number of health clinics and healthcare settings in developing countries * Lack of uniformity in screening policies * For a full, detailed …