Month: January 2017

Blood drive in honour of Tom Cameron

… of his time, energy, or other resource within his power. In recent years, however, Cameron dealt with a series of health issues, including a couple of strokes and blood in his lungs. Despite deteriorating health, he never left the helm of Maple …

Twenty One Pilots plays Pittsburgh

“We are Twenty One Pilotsa and so are you.” A simple statement from Twenty One Pilots’ lead man Tyler Joseph finishes every performance from the popular music group, and encompasses the ironic simplicity of their extremely large and passionate fan base.

Walking the line for mental health

Having been touched by rural suicide and isolation three men are walking across the region to raise money and awareness. FOR MATES: Chad Frost, Clary Golder and Tim Inkster are walking the Wimmera Mallee pipeline to raise money, and awareness of mental health.

Important Shareholder Alert: Khang & Khang LLP Announces an…

Khang & Khang LLP announces that it is investigating claims against Regulus Therapeutics Inc. concerning possible violations of federal securities laws. If you purchased shares of Regulus, and want more information free of charge, please contact Joon M. Khang, Esquire, of Khang & Khang, 18101 Von Karman Avenue, 3rd Floor, Irvine, On June 27, 2016, the Company confirmed that it was contacted by the U.S. Food and Drug Administraion that its new drug to treat the chronic hepatitis C virus infection will be put on clinical hold due to a second incidence of jaundice.

Reality show comparisons in Trump announcement inescapable

President Donald Trump’s past life as a television showman provided an irresistible comparison for the media covering his nomination of Neil Gorsuch to the U.S. Supreme Court. Trump’s announcement from the White House on Tuesday had a prime-time slot with broadcast and cable news networks all on hand, genuine suspense over the choice and, finally, the big reveal when Gorsuch and his wife, Louise, emerged from a doorway at the host’s – make that the president’s – request.

Mystery woman infiltrates Trump talks

… The issue is a complex one for the new administration, as there would be a public outcry if it were to take away health insurance from the tens of millions who have obtained it under the program. Congressional Institute President Mark Strand emailed …

750 new HIV cases reported in December

ANOTHER 750 new human immunodeficiency virus cases were reported among Philippine residents in December 2016, the Department of Health said. Based on the latest HIV and AIDS Registry of the Philippines report of the DOH, a total of 750 new HIV cases were reported, including 72 full-blown AIDS cases as well as 37 deaths.

Mount Sinai study characterizes genetically modified rat model of autism and intellectual disability

Researchers at The Seaver Autism Center for Research and Treatment at Mount Sinai have generated and characterized a genetically modified rat model of autism and intellectual disability, according to a study conducted at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai and published January 31 in the journal eLife . Researchers report that in this novel rat model, the hormone oxytocin significantly improved social memory, attention, and nerve cell activity.

Defects in key gene spur breast and ovarian cancer growth, study shows

Defects in a key gene – long thought to drive cancer by turning off the protection afforded by the well-known BRCA genes – spur cancer growth on their own, according to a study led by researchers from NYU Langone Medical Center. The study gene, known as EMSY, has some of the same functions as BRCA1 and BRCA2, which are known to protect against breast and ovarian cancer when normal.

UTA scientist develops portable breath monitor to detect flu virus

Perena Gouma, a professor in the Materials Science and Engineering Department at The University of Texas at Arlington, has published an article in the journal Sensors that describes her invention of a hand-held breath monitor that can potentially detect the flu virus. The article, published in January 2017, explains in-depth how the single-exhale sensing device works and the research involved in its creation, which was funded by the National Science Foundation through the Smart Connected Health program.

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Daily Enterprise Harlan County sophomore guard Shelby McDaniel went up for two of her eight points during the Lady Bears’ 77-43 win over visiting Middlesboro on Tuesday. Daily Enterprise Harlan County junior forward Lainey Cox headed to the basket during district action Tuesday against visiting Middlesboro.

NICO receives new clearance from FDA for brain surgery technology

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration in less than a 15-month period has granted a new and updated 510 clearance for two patented technologies made by NICO Corporation that are used in a new approach for brain surgery. Most recently, NICO received a new clearance for specific neurosurgical indications on its patented Myriad automated tissue removal technology.

Things to do in Morgan County

There is more to diabetes than high blood sugar. Come learn about dealing with the social, emotional and psychological sides of this complex disease from Dr. William Polonsky at noon Feb. 2 during the first of the 2017 series of the diabetes webinars offered in northeast Colorado, “I know what I’m supposed to do.

Freudenberg Invests In Medical Technology

The company is currently investing in the expansion of its medical technology division worldwide. More than a million Americans are diagnosed with cancer every year, more than 29 million Americans have diabetes and almost six million suffer from chronic wounds.

MEDITECH Wraps Up 2016 With Strong Q4 Sales

/PRNewswire/ — Since the launching of MEDITECH ‘s contemporary and clinically-integrated Web Electronic Health Record (EHR), over 130 healthcare organizations have signed for the company’s latest release. MEDITECH’s innovative, physician-designed …

GI Dynamics Release: EndoBarrier Receives German NUB Reimbursement…

GI Dynamics, Inc. , , a medical device company that has commercialized EndoBarrier in Europe for patients with type 2 diabetes and obesity, announces that InEk, the German Institute for the Hospital Remuneration System, has awarded EndoBarrier NUB1 Status 1 for 2017. “We look forward to continuing our work with clinical teams in Germany to restore healthy blood sugar levels and achieve weight loss in this patient population.”

Fletcher calls for scrapping of Auckland Nines

Penrith Panthers boss Brian Fletcher has given the NRL Nines a serve less than a week out from the pre-season tournament. Panthers general manager Phil Gould has been critical of the Auckland tournament on Twitter recently and now chief executive Fletcher has had a crack, saying the tournament should be scrapped.

Daily feminist cheat sheet

… at Planned Parenthood Global. Lori has previously worked at the United Nations Foundation, the International Women’s Health Coalition, and Human Rights Watch, and has written for a host of print and digital properties including Rookie Magazine, The …

Climate Clown Prince Charles Might Lecture President Trump

Trump aides have raised concerns that Prince Charles, the crown prince who thinks Mad King George was “misunderstood” , will use an upcoming state visit to try to humiliate President Trump in front of international media. Donald Trump’s aides have raised concerns that a likely meeting with Prince Charles during his state visit could backfire because of the pair’s differences on climate change.

Pfizer Seeks Deals as Generic Versions Hurts Older Drugs’ Sales

Pfizer Inc. expects more generic competition for its established drugs in 2017, and the company’s deal-making to gain products may continue to thrive. After posting fourth-quarter earnings and a forecast that were short of analysts’ estimates, New York-based Pfizer said it would continue to pursue deals, regardless of their size, as long as they create shareholder value.

Parental Attention and ADHD

I saw a painful sight yesterday afternoon: a father was wheeling with a baby carriage with one hand and text-messaging with his other hand. Totally absorbed in his smartphone, he didn’t hear the pleas of his 5-year old walking alongside, “Abba, I’m cold!” A sudden strong wind blew in from the southwest, carrying heavy rain clouds and reducing temperatures suddenly.

Ohio couple marry in hospital to include son with cancer

‘There was nothing sad about it. It was perfect’: Engaged couple rearranges their wedding to get married in the hospital so their two-year-old son with cancer can be a part of the ceremony Their son Logan was diagnosed with stage four medulloblastoma, a cancerous brain tumor, in February and was later cleared of cancer But after he relapsed his parents decided to bring their wedding forward and get married with their son at his hospital in Columbus, Ohio A couple brought their wedding forward and got married in hospital so that their two-year-old son who is undergoing cancer treatment could attend.

Pfizer’s 3 Fastest-Growing Drugs

After years of declining sales due to patent expiration on its megablockbuster cholesterol drug Lipitor, the company finally appears to be on a path back to reporting year-over-year growth. Investments in mergers and acquisitions deserve some credit for its improving fortune, but a lot of it also rests on fast-growing drugs churned out by its research and development team.

Air pollution may lead to dementia in older women

Tiny air pollution particles – the type that mainly comes from power plants and automobiles – may greatly increase the chance of dementia, including Alzheimer’s disease , according to USC-led research. Scientists and engineers found that older women who live in places with fine particulate matter exceeding the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s standard are 81 percent more at risk for global cognitive decline and 92 percent more likely to develop dementia, including Alzheimer’s.

One Million Solutions in Health and Choices & Patterns Share…

One Million Solutions in Health and Choices & Patterns Share Research about Type 1 Diabetes – What Does it Take to be in Control of Blood Sugar? Dr. Stephen Duck, a pediatric endocrinologist, who specializes in treating diabetes in children, will share research about Type 1 Diabetes to help people understand what it takes to be in control of blood sugar. The key to a healthy life with Type 1 Diabetes is to be in control, and glucose control involves at least three distinct areas.

Families urge action on marijuana extract

Families struggling with epilepsy are telling lawmakers they’re tired of waiting for access to a marijuana extract used to treat seizures. Legislators are considering a bill from Republican Sen. Van Wanggaard that would make it legal to possess cannabidiol oil with a doctor’s certification.

Bennie H. Poole

Bennie passed away on Jan. 25, 2017, in West Valley City, Utah. His son Jerry was by his side.Bennie was born in Arkansas County, Arkansas, to Francis A. and Della Dupslafe Poole on Sept.