Cherry Hamburgers Lower In Suspected Carcinogens
...ished by theAmerican Chemical Society, the world's largest scientific society. The articlewill appear in the Dec. 21 print edition of the peer-reviewed journal. "Cherry tissue will not only slow down the oxidative deterioration ofmeatlipids but will also substantially reduce the formation of het...Nerve Agent Sensor A Million Times More Sensitive
...ished by the American ChemicalSociety, the world's largest scientific society. The web edition of the articlewaspublished Dec. 10. The sensor, which combines molecular imprinting with opticalluminescence, is able to detect sarin and soman in water at levels as low as 600parts per quadrillion. "It's a ...Comprehensive Heart Failure Program At Cedars-Sinai Medical Center
...a new program that has set itssights on one of the largest single diagnoses in cardiology -- congestive heartfailure. The seven clinical trials, many of which are randomized and study theeffectiveness and dosages of various medications, are collectively one part ofthe medical center's Comprehensive Heart Fai......left in the hands ofpersonal physicians. It is the largest National Heart, Lung and Blood Instituteproject to study cardiovascular disease in an elderly population. Besides ultrasound of the carotid arteries of the neck, CHS uses othernon-invasive, objective measures of both subclinical and clinical ...Cancer Added To Hangover Headaches
...shed by the American Chemical Society, the world's largest scientificsociety. The paper first appeared in the journal's web edition on Dec. 29. Small amounts of acetaldehyde are rendered harmless in most people by an enzymecalled aldehyde dehydrogenase 2. A large percentage of Asians, however, lackthe gene......nd Research Section. The Society is NorthAmerica's largest actuarial education and research organization. The winning entry, "Annuity Valuation with Dependent Mortality," waspublished in a June 1996 issue of The Journal of Risk and Insurance. Theresearchers were Edward W. Frees, professor of business...Immunex's TRAIL Molecule Shows Potential As Anti-Tumor Agent
...ity interest in Immunex. AHP is one of theworld's largest research-based pharmaceutical and health care productscompanies. It is a leader in the discovery, development, manufacturing andmarketing of prescription drugs and over-the-counter medications. It is also aglobal leader in vaccines, biotechnology, ...Society Of Actuaries Issues Proceedings From Symposium, 'Managed Care In A Time Of Transition'
...in the UnitedStates and Canada, is North America's largest professional organization foractuaries. The Society provides basic and continuing education to actuaries andconducts actuarial research. Society members practice primarily in the fields oflife and health insurance, pensions, employee benefits and inv...HIGHLIGHTS: In the largest independent survey of its type in the nation, Ceda...reaterLos Angeles region. LOS ANGELES, CA - In the largest independent survey of its type inthe nation, Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles has been nam...When It Comes To Heart Attacks, Size Apparently Does Matter
...gists and other researchers, maintains the world's largest databank of cardiovascular disease.The fact that fewer people are dying from heart attacks during clinical trialsplaces certain limitations on researchers, he said. For a study to havestatistical significance using death as its only endpoint, more t...Evidence For A Heart Failure Epidemic Released
... for health care systems to meet the need. In the largest health system study of its kind, researchers at the Henry FordHeart and Vascular Institute found that the annual number of heart failure casesmore than doubled for Henry Ford Health System in Detroit from 1989-1997. Overthat nine-year period, 26,442 ...Heart Valve Abnormalities Examined In Relation To Duration Of Diet Drug Use
NEW ORLEANS -- In the largest study of its kind, Duke University MedicalCenter researchers found that the longer a person used a popular duet of dietdrugs known as "fen/phen," the greater the likelihood they had a heart valveabnormality. Duke researchers said in a report ...Media Advisory: Surgeon General To Speak
... address the AmericanChemical Society, the world's largest scientific society, on building a bettercommunity ... president ofMeharry Medical College, the nation's largest private black institutiondedicatedto educating health care professionals and biomedical students. ...Canada's Most Powerful Supercomputer Now At Sick Kids
...werful supercomputer of its type in Canada and the largest inthe world devoted exclusively to health and biological research in the publicsector. "The Origin 2000 supercomputer will be an extremely powerful tool forresearchers not only at HSC but across the country," says Dr. Jamie Cuticchia,head of the Bioi...Higher Doses Of Methadone May Do The Trick, New Study Says
...cted patients'drug use. The study also is the largest and most recent to underscore that even atmoderate doses,methadone remains the most effective treatment for addiction to illicit opioiddrugs, the Hopkinsscientists say. "It's troubling that the dosage of methadone apparently varies so widelyacro...New Chemicals Could Lead To First Bone Growth Pill
...eeting of the AmericanChemicalSociety, the world's largest scientific society. Researchers from the Seattlebiotechnology company ZymoGenetics Incorporated said their new compounds areshowing positive results in animals and, unlike other bone-growth candidates,can be putin a pill. In humans, bone undergoes c...New Contact Lens Material Could Lessen Risk Of Eye Infection
...eting ofthe American Chemical Society, the world's largest scientific society. The material, called a sulfoxide hydrogel polymer, enhances the water level inthe eye while minimizing undesirable protein buildup. Scientists claim it willenable contact lenses to be worn for longer periods of time, prevent bact...Treated Clothing Detoxifies Pesticides
...eeting of the American ChemicalSociety, theworld's largest scientific society. Past studies report that up to 97% of pesticides entering the body do so throughthe skin. Currently, workers exposed to high levels of pesticides must wear syntheticmaterials toblock entry of pesticides. Because such clothing doe...Tip Sheet: Citrus Limonoids Versus Cancer, Cholesterol And Insects
...ting of the American Chemical Society, the world=s largest scientificsociety, in Anaheim, Calif., March 21 - 25. Selected samples of the researchbeing discussed are included below. All papers are embargoed until the time ofpresentation, unless otherwise noted. Clinical Trials Needed to Substantiate Health...Improved Ritalin™ Offers Smaller Doses And Fewer Side Effects
...eting of the American ChemicalSociety, the world's largest scientific society. Commonly prescribed to treat Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder(ADHD), especially in school-age children, Ritalin has an approximate $500million annual market in the U.S. Estimates vary on the number of youngsterstaking th...