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SaaS market will 'collapse' in two years
Lawson's CEO, Harry Debes says SaaS is the third attempt at "on demand" in his lifetime and predicts it will take the same path as the first two--to oblivion. Lawson's CEO, Harry Debes, doesn't believe in software-as-a-service SaaS. ...
Inventor sues Google, Verizon, others on voicemail
Inventor Judah Klausner filed a voice mail patent lawsuit on Tuesday against Google, Verizon Communications, and others. Verizon has already sued Klausner over the validity of his patents. SAN FRANCISCO--Emboldened by settlements with Apple and AT&T, inventor Judah Klausner filed a voice mail patent lawsuit on Tuesday against Google,...
Apple iPhone ad banned
The Advertising Standards Authority has banned an ad for the iPhone which promised users access to "all parts of the Internet" on their Apple device. The Advertising Standards Authority ASA has banned an ad for the iPhone which promised users access to "all parts of the Internet" on their...
Large Hadron Collider aces pre-launch testing
In a tunnel under the Franco-Swiss border, the world's most powerful particle accelerator passed its final test run before its full-fledged attempt on September 10. Pre-initiation testing of the Large Hadron Collider has now been completed, ahead of the particle accelerator's official launch on September 10. ...
Patch issued for Ubuntu security flaw
Canonical has warned users of all machines running recent versions of Ubuntu to patch their systems and shut an open door for hackers. Canonical is the latest Linux vendor to patch a vulnerability in the open-source operating system's kernel that could have left the door open for hackers to...
Olympics set the stage for Web tech fight
The summer Olympic games provided the first battleground for a war between Microsoft and Adobe over the Internet's next big competition. SEATTLE--As the world's best athletes competed in Beijing, the summer Olympic games set the stage for a battle between Microsoft and Adobe over the Internet's next big competition....
Intel teases shape-shifting programmable matter
Intel CEO Justin Rattner teased his Intel Developer Forum audience with technology of the not-so-disant-future that could take an object design of any imaginable shape, 'hit the print command,' and see the matter take shape. SAN FRANCISCO, CA--Mobile phones in future could be thumb-sized in pockets, and in practically...
Worker suspended over loss of data on all English prisoners
An employee at Home Office contractor PA Consulting has been suspended after the loss of a memory stick holding the unencrypted details of every prisoner in England and Wales. A staff member at PA Consulting Group has been suspended after the contractor lost details on all prisoners in England...
Actors paid to line up for iPhone launch in Poland
The launch of Apple's iPhone was getting little response in Poland, so the company hired people to stand in line to make it look like there was more interest. WARSAW--When Apple rolled out its iPhone in the United States, some fans paid big money to be among the first...
Top five issues your IT staff wants to address but is afraid to tell you
If youre an IT manager or CIO, you may want to gather the troops before you begin the Web 2.0 modernization process as even the best laid plans can go awry says Nexaweb Technologies Jeremy Chone. Commentary--The proliferation of enterprise Web 2.0 has created new...
What SaaS can teach us about customer service
In the SaaS model, the power is with the customer and vendors need to take a very different approach to both sales and service, here's how to do it says Archie Black, President and CEO of SPS Commerce. Commentary--Software-as-a-Service SaaS is one of the fastest growing segments of...
Intel unveils Nehalem 'turbo mode'
At IDF, the chipmaker announced a power-control feature in its new micro architecture, claiming it is 'pretty compelling' for enterprises. Intel unveiled on Tuesday a new aspect of its upcoming microprocessor architecture, which promises better power management and efficiency. Speaking in the afternoon keynote on day...
American Airlines kicks off in-flight Internet service
The world's largest airline said its passengers on Boeing 767-200 aircraft can get Internet access on nonstop flights between New York and San Francisco, Los Angeles, and Miami. CHICAGO--American Airlines began offering Internet access on long-haul domestic flights on Wednesday, making American the first U.S. airline to offer full...
Android security team appeals to bug hunters
The security team for Google's nascent open-source mobile platform, Android, has attempted to raise its profile with the security community The security team behind Google's mobile platform, Android, has tried to raise its profile among security researchers by appealing for their vigilance in monitoring the platform. ...
Overheated iPod nano blamed for three fires
Japan's trade ministry said on Tuesday that three fires had been caused by overheating Apple iPod nanos, which it said could be due to a battery defect. TOKYO--Japan's trade ministry said on Tuesday that three fires had been caused by overheating Apple iPod nanos, which it said could be...
IBM: The mainframe is back
The company claims the mainframe is finding its way into emerging markets and holding strong globally, despite a shortage of related skills among IT workers The mainframe is finding its way into emerging markets and is still holding strong globally, according to an IBM executive. ...
Torvalds: No picnic to become major Linux coder
The Linux project lead has said new contributors should 'start small' to avoid becoming frustrated with the Linux kernel development process Linux project lead Linus Torvalds has said it is not easy to become a major contributor to the Linux kernel. In an email interview with ZDNet.co.uk...
BlackBerry rumor mill takes a page from Apple
For the past few months, writers have been churning out rumors about several new flavors of BlackBerry. Is RIM using careful leaks to beat Apple at its own rumor-fueling game? If you thought iPhone nano rumors were hard to avoid, consider the myriad BlackBerry incarnations haunting cyberspace. ...
IBM Australia faces strike action
A section of under 100 employees who work in the "Flightdeck" at Baulkam Hills, Australia want a collective agreement granting them better pay and work conditions. IBM's Australian operation is facing the possibility of strike action among its workforce after a secret ballot opened yesterday for employees in a...
William Shatner signs off on video autographs
Customers of Live Autographs get not just a signed photograph, book or napkin; they receive a customized video clip with a short personal message from the star. LOS ANGELES--William Shatner sat in a drab office staring at a TV monitor displaying a message he was supposed to read to...
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LogMeIn Free (dmg)
Free remote access is a reality with LogMeIn. Secure and ease-of-use come together in a powerful remote control solution that's 100% free and gives you full control of your home or work PC from anywhere you are with an Internet connection. LogMeIn is Web-based so it's far easier to use than alternatives - yet offers layers of security that others just don't including end-to-end 256-bit SSL encryption, dual authentication and RSA SecureID. Control your PC from anywhere quickly, easily, and securely. Version 4.0.68 includes a new-and-improved user interface.
StatPlus 2008 Professional (exe)
StatPlus is easy-to-use statistical data processing software application. StatPlus has a very simple, graphical user interface that provides access to a wide range of powerful and flexible statistical tools. With StatPlus 2008, one gets a robust suite of statistics tools and graphical analysis methods that are easily accessed though a simple and straightforward interface. The range of possible applications of StatPlus 2008 is virtually unlimited sociology, financial analysis, biostatistics, economics, insurance industry, healthcare and clinical research, probability calculations for lotteries and gambling operations - to name just a few fields where the program is already being extensively used.Version 2008 includes new statistical procedures, file formats, charts, improved Vista and x64 compatibility, and adds completely new statistical engine.
LetsFun FLV Converter (exe)
A Video Converter to convert Flash Video(FLV files) to MPG, AVI, MOV, WMV, 3GP, MP4, MP3, WMA, AMR, WAV. Videos will be played on your PC, iPod, iPhone, MP4 Player, and Cellphone.Version 5.5 adds Video Cutter.
SuperEasy Audio Converter Basic (exe)
The SuperEasy Audio Converter converts audio files of most different formats directly to those standards, which you require for your device or for your demands. Even better, it downloads without further ado flash videos from platforms like Youtube and MyVideo, rips sound tracks from video files and audio-CDs and converts them to the desired format. In order to work with your SuperEasy Audio Converter you do not need any knowledge about the program-supported audio- and video formats. The program automatically recognizes the source-file types and is able to handle the most important standards AAC, MP3, WMA, Ogg Vorbis and WAV. Other video formats are also recognized automatically, thus enabling the software to convert most audio/video-sources reliably to one of the supported target formats. Version 1.30 may include unspecified updates, enhancements, or bug fixes.
Thirdbrush (exe)
A powerful tool to paint on 3D models as easily as on a sheet of paper. Use your mouse or stylus to texture any 3D objects in some minutes. That your are an experimented designer or a simple young game creator, Thirdbird will change the way you work for ever. This version is the first release on CNET Download.com.
MixVibes DVS (zip)
The essential Digital Vinyl System (DVS) to mix your digital files with CD or vinyl decks in professional conditions. All you need is a PC and a 2in/2out audio interface (USB, FireWire, PCI compatible) to spin your digital music with your CD or vinyl decks. Thanks to the timecoded control CDs or vinyl records, feel the smooth real time reactivity of scratching digital files. The latency you get depends on your audio interface but can go as low as 1 ms with top notch firewire soundcards.Version 7 adds playback mode.
Sumatra PDF Viewer (exe)
Sumatra PDF is a slim, free, open-source PDF viewer for Windows. Sumatra has a minimalistic design. Simplicity has a higher priority than a lot of features. It's small and starts up very fast. It's designed for portable use: it's just one file with no external dependencies so you can easily run it from external USB drive. Version 0.9 may include unspecified updates, enhancements, or bug fixes.
Database Editor (zip)
Database Editor is an easy access to any database. It helps developers and database administrators get the job done quickly and efficiently. Can work both with hard disk and with flash drive, cd, dvd, zip drive. This version is the first release on CNET Download.com.
Malware Defender (exe)
Malware Defender is a HIPS (Host Intrusion Prevention System) with low resource usage and latency. It is effective to protect your computer system from all forms of malware (viruses, worms, trojans, adware, spyware, keyloggers, rootkits). Malware Defender is also an advanced rootkit detector. It provides many useful tools that can be used to detect and remove already installed malware. This version is the first release on CNET Download.com.
Override PropertyExec Live Website Back-up (exe)
Override PropertyExec Live Web site Back-up allows PropertyExec Live Web site owners to make back-ups of their on-line data quickly and easily. The program downloads your entire Web site and a copy of your mySQL database straight into a ZIP file for safe storage. Version 3 contains a number of performance based changes.Note: You'll have to register on the publisher site to be able to use this program.
1 Click Boost (exe)
1 Click Boost is the one software for all your PC and Internet connectivity speed boosting needs. It is the solution for great power and web speed as it is capable of installing tweaks that lead to improved connection speed regardless of its nature - Dialup, LAN or DSL. It also monitors your computer silently in the background for processes that have been ended improperly, offering methods to free up unused virtual memory. This version is the first release on CNET Download.com.
LockMagic (msi)
LockMagic enables users to share encrypted files by using email addresses - no passwords to remember or write down! Use Live ID, Open ID or Gmail email addresses to share and protect encrypted files. LockMagic has a user-mode file system to transparently store your files encrypted in flash drives, network shares and local drivers and runs without administrator account. You don't have to change the way you work, access your files through LockMagic and they are automatically compressed and encrypted. Create encrypted backups of your files and store them anywhere - flash drive, online email or network shares. This version is the first release on CNET Download.com.
Active Virus Killer (zip)
"Task manager disabled by administrator" - this message appears if your Windows system is contaminated by virus. This software shows you the windows task manager by force and gives you other task manager which helps you to finish the work and effects of an active virus. This version is the first release on CNET Download.com.
Logic Minimizer (zip)
Logic Minimizer is a special application for simplifying logical expressions, namely Boolean and propositional expressions. It is geared for those involved in engineering fields, more precisely digital and formal logic scholars and academics, small digital devices constructors or anybody involved with logical expressions. This version is the first release on CNET Download.com.
Nitrous Audio CTI 2 Touchscreen (zip)
State of Art Car Software GUI interface for Audio or Video that runs on Windows XP, Vista Pc Tablet, TouchScreen, Touchpad, UMPC Devices Using the Winamp Engine. The software is actually a skin that is put in your winamp program. Version 2 includes unspecified updates.
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Parents Can Play An Active Role In The Identity Formation Of Their Adolescent Children
Mainstream belief regarding identity theory tends to portray adolescents as the sole agents involved in their identity development. However, a new article in the Journal of Research on Adolescence reveals that parents are concerned, involved, and reflective participants in their children's identity formation.
Interracial Friendships Affected By Campus Diversity
One of the hopes of having diverse campus environments is that the daily interaction with students from different backgrounds will promote interracial understanding and friendship.
Risk To Safety Of Young Drivers And Passengers
Injury prevention experts have long known that teens are less likely than other motorists to wear seat belts while driving. Now, researchers from the Meharry-State Farm Alliance at Meharry Medical College have discovered lack of seat belt use by teen passengers may be an even bigger problem.
Use Of Opioids Studied
Researchers from Boston University's Slone Epidemiology Center have found that in a given week, over 10 million Americans are taking opioids, and more than 4 million are taking them regularly (at least five days per week, for at least four weeks). These findings appear in the August 31 issue of the journal Pain.
Endoscopic Ultrasound Highly Accurate In Evaluating Ambiguous Radiographic Findings Of The Pancreas
Researchers from St. Louis University School of Medicine in Missouri report that EUS and EUS-FNA is 99.
Knowledge Lacking In HIV Testing Knowledge Among College Students
Most college students understand how they can prevent the transmission of HIV but are less knowledgeable about HIV testing, according to a new University of Georgia study.
Health Risk Behaviors Associated With Lower Prostate Specific Antigen Awareness
According to a study conducted at Columbia University Mailman School of Public Health, health risk behaviors such as smoking and obesity are associated with lower awareness of the Prostate Specific Antigen (PSA), which could lead to a lower likelihood of undergoing actual prostate cancer screening.
Type-2 Young Diabetic Men Suffer Low Testosterone Levels Which Affects Fertility, Muscle Mass, Heart Health
Young men with type 2 diabetes have significantly low levels of testosterone, endocrinologists at the University at Buffalo have found - a condition that could have a critical effect on their quality of life and on their ability to father children.
Molecular Diagnostics In Cancer Therapeutic Development Meeting Hosted By AACR
Premier international meeting highlights breakthroughs in molecular cancer diagnostics research What: The AACR Molecular Diagnostics in Cancer Therapeutics Development Meeting features the latest findings in laboratory, translational and clinical cancer research. This year's meeting focuses on new biologic markers and imaging methods.
Dishing Up Pollutants: NSF Award To Study Path Of Pollutants To The Dinner Table
The National Science Foundation has awarded $356,000 to Cindy Lee, environmental chemist and a professor of environmental engineering and earth sciences at Clemson University, to look at how pollutants cycle through fish and other organisms and wind up on the dinner table.
International Diabetes Federation Supports Study To Foster Improved Control Of Type 2 Diabetes
The International Diabetes Federation (IDF) BRIDGES translational research grant program will fund a diabetes self-management education study in Dallas. Self-management education is an important component in diabetes care and designed to help people with diabetes to gain and maintain control of their condition.
Number, Percentage Of Uninsured U.S. Residents Decreased In 2007, According To U.S. Census Bureau
The number and percentage of uninsured U.S. residents declined in 2007 to 45.7 million people, or 15.3% of the population, according to an annual U.S. Census Bureau report released Tuesday, USA Today reports (Cauchon/Appleby, USA Today, 8/27). In 2006, 47 million people were uninsured, or 15.8% of the population (Alonso-Zaldivar, AP/Kansas City Star, 8/26).
Obama Can Unite Abortion-Rights Supporters And Opponents, Sen. Casey Says At Convention
Sen. Robert Casey (D-Pa.), who is Roman Catholic and opposes abortion rights, said in a speech at the Democratic National Convention in Denver Tuesday that Democratic presidential candidate Sen. Barack Obama (Ill.) can unite supporters and opponents of abortion rights, the New York Times reports.
NICE Issues Guidance On Treatments For Hepatitis B
The National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence (NICE) has published final guidance on the use of Entecavir and Telbivudine for the treatment of chronic hepatitis B. NICE produced these two pieces of guidance as part of its rapid single technology appraisal (STA) work programme.
Inorganic Interfaces And Spiral Growth In Nacre
Nacre, the crown jewel of natural materials, has been extensively studied because of its remarkable physical properties for over 160 years. Yet, the precise structural features governing its extraordinary strength and its growth mechanism remain elusive.
Restech Dx-pH Measurement System Proven To Facilitate Accurate Measurement Of Acid Exposure In Patients With Reflux Related Symptoms
Recently, Respiratory Technology Corporation (dba Restech) announced that the Restech Dx-pH Measurement System was part of a study to accurately measure pharyngeal acid exposure conducted by the Advanced Esophageal Function Laboratory of the University of Southern California (USC). The study, 24-hour Pharyngeal pH Measurement©, was conducted under the direction of Tom R.
Use Of Tolterodine In Children With Neurogenic Detrusor Overactivity: Relationship Between Dose And Urodynamic Response
UroToday.com - This study by Dr. Pramod Reddy et al. evaluated the use of tolterodine in children with neurogenic detrusor overactivity. The efficacy of the drug was evaluated urodynamically and using parent-completed 3-day bladder diaries. The study was done prospectively. They received drug formulation and dosing based on age.
Postpartum Smoking Relapse May Be Prevented By Newly-Defined Factors
Although many women quit smoking during pregnancy to protect their unborn children from the effects of cigarettes, half of them resume the habit within a few months of giving birth.
New Study On Social And Physical Pain
We all know the famous saying: "Sticks and stones may break my bones, but words will never hurt me," but is this proverb actually true? According to some researchers, words may pack a harder punch that we realize. Psychologists Zhansheng Chen and Kipling D. Williams of Purdue University, Julie Fitness of Macquarie University, and Nicola C.
New Role For Natural Killers!
Scientists at the University of York have discovered a new role for a population of white blood cells, which may lead to improved treatments for chronic infections and cancer. Natural Killer (or NK) cells are abundant white blood cells that were recognised over 30 years ago as being able to kill cancer cells in the test tube.
Justice For Thousands Facing Blindness
Guidance published yesterday by the National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence (NICE) will save the sight of thousands affected by the UK's leading cause of blindness, says the Royal National Institute of Blind People (RNIB).
Bristol-Myers Squibb And Pfizer Provide Update On Apixaban Clinical Development Program
Bristol-Myers Squibb Company (NYSE: BMY) and Pfizer Inc (NYSE: PFE) provided an update on the apixaban clinical development program today. The companies announced that new Phase II data in acute coronary syndrome patients (ACS) will be presented at the upcoming meeting of the European Society of Cardiology (ESC).
Breakthrough's Comment On Research Suggesting Positive Or Negative Experiences Can Affect Breast Cancer Risk
Research published in BMC Cancer suggests that positive thinking can reduce the risk of breast cancer, while negative experiences may increase risk. Dr Sarah Cant, Policy Manager at Breakthrough Breast Cancer, says: "There is no clear evidence that positive or negative experiences can affect breast cancer risk. Emotional stress is highly subjective and is difficult to measure accurately.
Conferences Prep Hospital Executives On Key Accreditation Updates
The Joint Commission and Joint Commission Resources (JCR) announce the 2008 Hospital Executive Briefings conferences. The conferences offer leaders an opportunity to stay up-to-date on key changes to The Joint Commission's accreditation process by focusing on the annual changes to the standards, elements of performance and National Patient Safety Goals.
Key Role For Rural Practices In Helping Relieve Medical Training Pressures
The Federal Government must work urgently to better resource rural and remote general practices across Australia so they can help meet the increased demand for medical training being driven by the larger number of medical graduates coming from Australia's universities, the Rural Doctors Association of Australia (RDAA) argued today.
Time For A Revolution On Rural Health Too, Mr Rudd
Now that Prime Minister Kevin Rudd is making headway with an Education Revolution, he should immediately turn his attention to spearheading a Rural Health Revolution, the Rural Doctors Association of Australia (RDAA) urged.
More Aortic Chest Aneurysms Being Treated With Less-Invasive Stents
An estimated 60,000 Americans are walking around with time bombs in their chests called thoracic aortic aneurysms. At any time, their main chest artery could suddenly burst open, causing massive internal bleeding that is almost always fatal. It's possible to repair the defect before the artery bursts, but traditional surgery is highly invasive.
Nurse Who Took Resident's Money Continues To Practise
A nurse who took money from a nursing home resident was allowed to stay on the professional register following a hearing at the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC).
AHIP: Uninsured Report Highlights Urgent Social And Economic Challenge For The Nation
Karen Ignagni, President and CEO of America's Health Insurance Plans (AHIP), released the following statement on new data released by the U.S. Census Bureau showing that more than 45 million Americans are uninsured: "Today's report showing that 45 million Americans are uninsured highlights a critical social and economic challenge that the nation must address.
New Concepts In Contraception
Latest research into dual-purpose contraceptives and non-hormonal contraception was presented at a major scientific conference in Melbourne. Laureate Professor John Aitken* from the University of Newcastle and Dr Eva Dimitriadis from Prince Henry's Institute of Medical Research addressed the annual scientific conference of the Society for Reproductive Biology (SRB).
News From The Journal Of Neuroscience
1. A New Striatal Microcircuit Matthew A. Sullivan, Huanmian Chen, and Hitoshi Morikawa Cholinergic neurons in the striatum generally fire tonically, but stop firing briefly when the animal receives a reward. The physiological mechanisms responsible for these pauses, which are thought to be important for associative learning, are not clear. This week, Sullivan et al.
Greater Risk Of Cancers Associated With History Of Nonmelanoma Skin Cancer
Individuals with a history of nonmelanoma skin cancer (NMSC) are at increased risk for other cancers, according to a study published in the August 26 online issue of the Journal of the National Cancer Institute.
Link Between Angiotensin Inhibitors, Receptor Blockers And Lower Risk Of Nonmelanoma Skin Cancer
The use of angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors or angiotensin receptor blockers (ARBs) was associated with a reduced risk of basal cell or squamous cell skin cancers in U.S. veterans, researchers report in the August 26 online issue of the Journal of the National Cancer Institute. ACE inhibitors and ARBs are frequently prescribed medications for the treatment of high blood pressure.
News From The Journal Of The National Cancer Institute, August 26 2008
Novel Trial Design Aims to Speed Drug Development Researchers propose a novel multi-arm trial design that can test several therapies simultaneously and could speed drug development in cancer. Scientists have gained important insights into the biological underpinnings of cancer, but this knowledge has not led to a jump in the number of therapies approved for clinical use.
Protein Misprediction Uncovered By New Technique
A new bioinformatics tool is capable of identifying and correcting abnormal, incomplete and mispredicted protein annotations in public databases. The MisPred tool, described in the open access journal BMC Bioinformatics, currently uses five principles to identify suspect proteins that are likely to be abnormal or mispredicted.
Possible Association Between High Levels Of Uric Acid And Hypertension
Reducing levels of uric acid in blood lowered blood pressure to normal in most teens in a study designed to investigate a possible link between blood pressure and the chemical, a waste product of the body's normal metabolism, said researchers at Baylor College of Medicine in a report that appears in the current issue of the Journal of the American Medical Association.
University Of Oklahoma Researchers Developing New Tool To Detect Cancer
Early cancer detection can significantly improve survival rates. Current diagnostic tests often fail to detect cancer in the earliest stages and at the same time expose a patient to the harmful effects of radiation. Led by Dr.
Electro-Magneto-Encephalography For The 3-Shell Model: Distributed Current In Arbitrary, Spherical And Ellipsoidal Geometry
The medical significance of Electroencephalography (EEG) and Magnetoencephalography (MEG) is well established. Furthermore, taking into consideration that the language of mind is electric signalling it follows that EEG and MEG allow the recording in real time of "brain conversations".
Predicting Infection Risk Of Airborne Foot-And-Mouth Disease
Foot-and-mouth is a highly contagious disease of global socio-economic importance. In countries considered disease-free the control and eradication of any outbreak is reliant upon prompt detection of infected premises. Our paper presents a practical method for predicting airborne infections and prioritising farms for inspection in such a situation, with results applied a recent outbreak.
Scientists Change Living Pancreatic Cells Into Insulin Producers
US scientists have discovered a way to transform living pancreatic cells in mice into another type of cell that produces insulin without having to revert to the stem cell stage, creating what is now a third route for cell reprogramming to add to the existing methods of iPS (induced pluripotent stem cells) and hES (human embryonic stem cells).
NICE Issues Updated Guidance For Rhesus Negative Women During Pregnancy
The National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence (NICE) has published guidance on the use of routine antenatal anti-D prophylaxis for rhesus D negative women in the NHS in England and Wales.
Uninsured Patients Receive Unpredictable, Rationed Access To Health Care
A case study of three health care institutions -- public, for-profit and not-for-profit -- within one metropolitan area found that self-pay patients must navigate a system that provides no guarantees medical centers will follow their own policies for providing uncompensated care. The study is published in the August issue of the journal Medical Care.
Simple Antibiotics For Pneumonia Are Best To Avoid Super Bugs, Says Researcher
Australian hospitals should avoid prescribing expensive broad-spectrum antibiotics for pneumonia to avoid the development of more drug-resistant super bugs, according to a University of Melbourne study.
US Pharmacies Now Supply ADHD Medication VYVANSE In 6 Dosage Strengths
Shire Limited (LSE: SHP, NASDAQ: SHPGY), the global specialty biopharmaceutical company, has announced that VYVANSE is now available in U.S. pharmacies nationwide in three additional dosage strengths, bringing the total number to six: 20 mg, 30 mg, 40 mg, 50 mg, 60 mg, and 70 mg. The expanded VYVANSE dosing options will allow physicians to individualize treatment for each patient.
Research Community's First 'Postercast' Capability Launched By 'SciVee' Science Site
SciVee, a Web 2.0 resource dedicated to the dissemination of scientific research and science-specific research networking, is adding an innovative new video feature called a "Postercast" that enables students and professional researchers alike to upload their poster and related video to create a synchronized presentation on the SciVee website.
Narrative Medicine Discussed In New Book
Leaders from Summa Health System's Institute for Professionalism Inquiry have released a new book, "Narrative in Health Care." The book delves into the practice of narrative medicine, which recognizes that the stories of patients and clinicians are at the heart of patient care.
American Heart Association Recognizes University Hospitals Case Medical Center
University Hospitals Case Medical Center has been recognized for its achievement in implementing the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association's Get With The GuidelinesSM for coronary artery disease, heart failure and stroke.
Inaugural Kavli Prize Ceremony And Symposia: September 8-11
The inaugural year of The Kavli Prize will be celebrated with a special ceremony that features H.R.H. Crown Prince Haakon Magnus presenting the prize to the seven Kavli laureates. Acclaimed scientists in the fields of astrophysics, nanoscience and neuroscience will give lectures throughout the week. For more about the Kavli Prize, including a schedule of all lectures and events, click here.
New NICE Guidelines Are Set To Reduce Premature Deaths In People Who Have Inherited High Cholesterol
The National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence (NICE) and the National Collaborating Centre for Primary Care have today (27 August 2008) published a guideline on the care and treatment of adults and children/young people with familial hypercholesterolaemia (FH), a type of high cholesterol that is caused by an inherited genetic mutation.
Consultation On The Application Of ICRP's 2007 Recommendations To The UK
The Board of the Health Protection Agency is consulting stakeholders on its response to the latest recommendations* of the International Commission on Radiological Protection (ICRP). The Agency has an important role in advising on protection standards against ionising radiation.
Third Conference In The Molecular Diagnostics Series
Molecular Diagnostics in Cancer Therapeutic Development: Fulfilling the Promise of Personalized Medicine. September 22 - 25, 2008, Marriott Philadelphia Downtown Philadelphia, PA Please join us this September as AACR's home city of Philadelphia hosts the third conference in the Molecular Diagnostics series.
Face To Face Communication In Babies
Babies are born with brains which are already predisposed to interact with other humans according to research published in the journal Proceedings of the Royal Society B.
Bombmakers Could Be Identified Using Fingerprint Analysis Technique
University of Leicester experts have held discussions with military personnel in Afghanistan following the discovery of new technology to identify fingerprints on metal.
Health Canada Reminds Parents Of School Lunch Allergen Safety
As children head back to the classroom, Health Canada is reminding parents of the importance of allergy awareness when packing lunches for their children. Severe allergic reactions can occur quickly and without warning, and some foods can be life-threatening to allergic children. As many as 1.
Mending Bones With High Tech Glass Of Milk
Scientists at the new Nuclear-Magnetic Resonance unit at the University of Warwick have discovered how a high tech glass of milk is helping bones mend. Low temperature Bioglass is used to help fix broken bones, but until now no-one has been able to understand the process.
Mouse Study Uncovers Early Trigger For Type-1 Diabetes
Scientists at the Stanford University School of Medicine are shedding light on how type-1 diabetes begins. Doctors have known the disease is caused by an autoimmune attack on the pancreas, but the exact trigger of the attack has been unclear.
Use Caution In Flood Waters, USA
Anticipated flooding from Tropical Storm Fay may result in contaminants from various sources being washed into streams, creeks, rivers and coastal waters. If flooding occurs, these waters may contain fecal material from overflowing sewage systems as well as other contaminants from a variety of sources.
2008 Breast Cancer Symposium Awards $14,000 To Oncology Fellows
Organizers of the 2008 Breast Cancer Symposium announced the winners of the Symposium Merit Awards. Fourteen physicians-in-training will receive funding to assist with their travel to attend the Symposium, to be held September 5-7 in Washington, DC.
First Fossil Gravid Turtle Provides Insight Into The Evolution Of Reproductive Traits In Turtles
This study reports on the first fossil turtle with eggs preserved within the body cavity, as well as on one of the few known North American fossil turtle nests. These fossils belong to an extinct turtle called Adocus, and were found in 75 million year old rocks in Alberta, Canada.
Reproductive Suppression In Female Cooperatively Breeding Cichlids
The Lake Tanganyika cichlid Neolamprologus pulcher lives in cooperative breeding groups of a dominant breeder pair and several smaller-sized subordinates of both sexes. Here I show that subordinate females are reproductively suppressed due to the presence of the dominant female.
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Arctic ice 'is at tipping point'
The area covered by sea ice in the Arctic is now the second smallest on record, scientists reveal.
Britain's happiest places mapped
The most sparsely populated county in Wales is Britain's happiest place - but Edinburgh the least happy, say researchers.
First light for space telescope
A powerful Nasa space telescope has unveiled an image of the sky viewed through "gamma-ray glasses".
Gene therapy 'may repair hearing'
Scientists claim gene therapy has the potential to restore hearing in mice, offering hope for humans as well.
Model targets foot-and-mouth risk
Scientists use a numerical model to predict the risk of infection through airborne transmission of foot-and-mouth virus.
Irrigation boost for Malawi farms
President Mutharika announces plans for a massive irrigation project to boost Malawi's food production.
Brazil delays Indian land ruling
Brazil's Supreme Court puts off ruling on the status of an indigenous reserve disputed by Indians and farmers.
Mars rover driving out of crater
Nasa's robotic rover Opportunity is driving out of a giant crater on Mars nearly a year after its dangerous descent.
Computer viruses make it to orbit
Laptops taken to the International Space Station were infected with a computer virus, Nasa confirms.
Family are forced out of their Essex home by spider
A soldier's family are frightened out of their home by a spider thought to have been brought from Afghanistan.
Water scarcity is causing food shortages and environmental decline - so why is it ignored?
Water scarcity is a leading cause of food shortages and environmental decline - so why is it ignored?
Feeling the heat of food security
Why reforming the economics of food production and supply would be beneficial for a number of environmental and social ills.
Emblem in danger
Climate change threat to Lebanon's cedar trees
Chimp for sale
Rangers tackle the wildlife trade in DRC's gorilla park
Aisle be there
Why is more than half our food now wrapped in plastic?
Tom Feilden blog
Why the weekend BBQ is likely to be a washout
Numbers game
It is time to re-think what creatures need our help
Face of empire
Gallery of statues depicting Roman rulers is unearthed
'Complexity' of Neanderthal tools
Early stone tools developed by modern humans were no more advanced than ones used by the Neanderthals, research shows.
Huge statue of Roman ruler found
Archaeologists in Turkey discover parts of a colossal marble statue depicting the Roman emperor Marcus Aurelius.
Cattle shown to align north-south
Images from Google Earth help scientists to reveal that cattle may have a "sixth magnetic sense".
Robotic suit lets paralysed walk
A human exoskeleton robotic suit is helping people paralysed from the waist down to stand, walk and climb stairs.
Fry-ups raise bowel cancer risk
A breakfast fry-up every day raises the risk of bowel cancer by 63%, researchers have calculated.
'No alternative' to squirrel cull
A rapid response service will be set up to help trap and kill grey squirrels across southern Scotland.
UK population 'will be top in EU'
The UK population is set to become the largest in the European Union, according to a report.
UK makes Atlantic sea bed claim
Britain is to formally present its case to the UN to extend its territorial rights around Ascension Island.
Wind farms put pressure on bats
Wind turbines are a hazard to bats because changes in air pressure can cause fatal internal injuries, a study reveals.
Green tech in 'Formula Zero' race
Six international teams competed this weekend in the first-ever hydrogen-powered motorsport race.
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