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Face protection effective in preventing the spread of influenza: study

Medicine & Health / Health

created May 20, 2009 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

A new article in the journal Risk Analysis assessed various ways in which aerosol transmission of the flu, a central mode of diffusion which involves breathing droplets in the air, can be reduced. Results show that face p ...





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Injuries to high school baseball players becoming more serious

Medicine & Health / Health

created Jun 02, 2008 | popularity 3 / 5 (2) | comments 2

Although the overall rate of high school baseball-related injuries has decreased within the last 10 years, the severity of injuries that occur has increased, according to a new study conducted by researchers at the Center ...


Technology users are failing to take adequate steps to protect their digital privacy

Other Sciences / Other

created Sep 05, 2008 | popularity 4.3 / 5 (6) | comments 3

In the face of technology that will soon be able not only to track an individual's movements but predict them too, people are far too relaxed about protecting their privacy, according to social psychologist Saadi Lahlou, ...


Study finds photographs of UV exposure can impact sunburns in preteens

Medicine & Health / Cancer

created Apr 23, 2009 | popularity not rated yet | comments 1

Researchers from Boston University School of Medicine (BUSM) have found that among preteens, the use of photographs to measure ultraviolet (UV) exposure, could motivate them to improve sun protection practices and limit number ...


The new face of identity protection: You

Technology / Engineering

created Jul 31, 2007 | popularity 4.3 / 5 (33) | comments 0

Trying to remember dozens of personal identification numbers (PIN), passwords and credit card numbers may not be necessary for much longer, thanks to a University of Houston professor and his team.


Nanotech protection: Current safety equipment may not be adequate for nanoprotection

Nanotechnology / Bio & Medicine

created Oct 13, 2009 | popularity 5 / 5 (2) | comments 0

Writing in a forthcoming issue of the International Journal of Nanotechnology, Canadian engineers suggest that research is needed into the risks associated with the growing field of nanotechnology manufacture so that approp ...


Thomson says it has reached deal with creditors

Technology / Business

created Jul 24, 2009 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

Struggling French media technology group Thomson said Friday it had reached a deal with its creditors that would allow for a 45 percent reduction in its debt.


Shade myths: How to really stay safe

Medicine & Health / Health

created Aug 21, 2009 | popularity 2.8 / 5 (5) | comments 0

Slather on some SPF 30 sunscreen and you know your nose won't turn pink.


Guide offers smart growth help for coastal and waterfront planners and developers

Space & Earth / Environment

created Sep 10, 2009 | popularity 2 / 5 (2) | comments 0

NOAA, along with the Environmental Protection Agency, the International City/County Management Association and Rhode Island Sea Grant, has released a guide to bring smart growth to coastal and waterfront communities.


Preventing colds: Washing your hands is more effective than taking vitamins

Medicine & Health / Health

created Oct 09, 2008 | popularity 4.3 / 5 (8) | comments 0

The days are getting shorter, temperatures are dropping, and the cold and flu season is beginning. Many people have started taking vitamin C tablets as a precautionary measure. But research has shown that vitamin supplements ...


HIV and malaria combine to adversely affect pregnant women and their infants

Medicine & Health / HIV & AIDS

created May 29, 2007 | popularity 1.3 / 5 (3) | comments 0

Toronto, On -- University of Toronto researchers have uncovered the basis by which pregnant women protect themselves against malaria and have also discovered how the HIV virus works to counteract this defence. The research ...



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