Noxious algae gone, but who knows how long
Jan 03, 2007 |
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Recent storms may have washed away algae blooms in a Florida chain of lakes, but experts said algae threats remain because of pollution feeding the lakes.
Samsung Samples First 50-nanometer 16Gb NAND Flash for Solid State Disks
Jan 03, 2007 |
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Samsung Electronics announced that it is now sampling its 16-gigabit (Gb) NAND flash memory with customers – the first NAND flash using 50 nanometer process technology.
Parakeet invading Chicago area
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Monk parakeets from South America have pushed northward to the Chicago area, causing bird watchers to worry whether they will force out backyard birds.
Parents explain keeping daughter small
Jan 03, 2007 |
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The parents of a Seattle girl with a brain impairment are keeping her small so they can care for her, drawing criticism from some doctors and caregivers.
Avian flu virus unlikely to spread through water systems
Jan 03, 2007 |
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A close relative of the highly pathogenic avian influenza virus (H5N1) can be eliminated by waste and drinking water treatments, including chlorination, ultraviolet (UV) radiation and bacterial digesters. The ...
Men with no sons more at risk for prostate cancer, according to Mailman School of PH Study
Jan 03, 2007 |
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In a new and unique study to determine if genes on the Y chromosome are involved in prostate cancer, researchers at Columbia University's Mailman School of Public Health in conjunction with Hebrew University of Jerusalem ...
Study: Age, sex affect traffic accidents
Jan 03, 2007 |
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Understanding the differences among U.S. drivers of different sexes and various ages is critical to preventing serious injuries, researchers said.
NIAID DNA vaccine for H5N1 avian influenza enters human trial
Medicine & Health / Medications
Jan 03, 2007 |
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The first human trial of a DNA vaccine designed to prevent H5N1 avian influenza infection began on December 21, 2006, when the vaccine was administered to the first volunteer at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) Clinical ...
YouTube airs medical help videos
Jan 03, 2007 |
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A number of people -- from Canada to the Netherlands -- without formal medical training are sharing health advice on the U.S. video-sharing Web site YouTube.
Germany opts out of search engine project
Jan 03, 2007 |
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The German government has confirmed that it is not participating in a multi-million dollar project to build a European search engine rivaling Google.
NHS phone questions down, Web queries up
Jan 03, 2007 |
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NHS Direct, Britain's National Health Services' telephone help line, reported answering nearly 250,000 inquiries during the 10-day holiday period.
Child safety seats not installed properly
Jan 03, 2007 |
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Many parents are confused about the right way to install a child safety seat despite a rule to simplify the process, a U.S. government agency said.
Mental health therapy can start in infancy
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Eating or sleeping troubles in infants may warrant a discussion with a therapist if parents aren't sure what's normal, health professionals suggested.
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