Satellite images predict hantaviral transmission risk
..., said, This is an important finding because, at a practical level, it provides a way to monitor the environment for the risk of an infectious disease before an outbreak occurs. At a more basic level it gives us a way to better understand why outbreaks happen when and where they do. Before satellite imaging wa...An automated observation system to analyse the behaviour of laboratory rodents
...n the high-level functional design, validation and practical testing of the software developed by Noldus in laboratory settings. As Professor Berry M. Spruijt of Utrecht University says "the project gave our research the advantage of the use of advanced tools for measuring behaviour which we would not have had...Drotrecogin alfa (activated) is a cost-effective treatment for severe sepsis patients
...n today's cost-containment environment and, from a practical standpoint, need to find ways to cover the acquisition costs for this therapy," said Dr. Angus. "The recent commitment from Medicare to offset costs should be seen as a great help in this regard." The Medicare, Medicaid SCHIP Benefits Improvement and...Family friendly work policies may need to be refocused
...ou do at work help you with deal with personal and practical issues at home, and they make you a more interesting person at home. " Work Conflicts with Family: you miss an important family event because of having to work late, and job worries distract you when you're at home. " Family Conflicts with Work: str...Schools culture of testing and targets squeezes support for 'at risk' youngsters
...or other agencies. The initiative offered valuable practical help in reducing the risk of exclusions, and some schools felt it had left them in a stronger position to help vulnerable children. Others, however, felt it filled a gap which re-opened once the initiative was over. Said Dr Macrae: "If what is needed...Exanta - pivitol data from largest ever phase III stroke prevention trial announced at ACC
... SPORTIF III study. This highlights the important practical advantages that this unique first-in-class treatment holds over a traditional treatment option, and reinforces our belief in the unique impact that Exanta could have on anticoagulant treatment", says Hamish Cameron, Vice President, Head of Exanta, As...Deadline for $10,000 Maxwell A. Pollack Award has been extended!
...emonstrate excellence in translating research into practical application or policy are eligible for this award. This award carries a cash prize of $10,000 and covers travel expenses to The Gerontological Society of America's Annual Meeting! Previous winners of this prestigious award were Marc Freedman (Civi...Argentina's largest health system works to lower drug costs
... a comprehensive discussion of the theoretical and practical advantages and pitfalls emanating from the agreement. The authors caution that while an initiative of this sort holds promise, it also "requires extensive mechanisms for control, follow-up, and updating" of approved medications, and "it also risks ma...Children's Hospital Boston finds capacity can be increased by smoothing scheduled patient flow
...t at Boston University School of Management. "The practical implication is that hospital capacity could be increased and systematic stresses reduced simply by smoothing scheduled patient flow." In this one-year study, information was collected prospectively on all aspects for admission to the Medical/Surgica...Blood test could detect heart attack early
...as the technology becomes more affordable and more practical for use in clinical settings, such as emergency rooms, he says. Several companies are already experimenting with mass spectral tests for diagnosing other diseases, including cancer and diabetes. In the future, the now bulky technology may be reduced...Researching a workout device to help keep the balance system in shape
... the obstacle course serves to help understand the practical implications of sensory-motor changes that lead to post-flight walking disturbances. "This work will motivate the next generation of treadmill devices used on the International Space Station. While astronauts are training to maintain aerobic capacit...American Academy of Neurology initiates health literacy training for neurologists
...te effectively with patients. The AAN feels it's a practical step for neurologists be on the forefront to improve health literacy and make a major impact on patient care," said Olson....Nuclear Cardiac Imaging: Society of Nuclear Medicine publishes new book
...edicated to promoting the science, technology, and practical applications of nuclear medicine. The SNM is based in Reston, VA....New system developed to monitor deaths in general practice
...hed online today in The Lancet, was developed as a practical response to monitoring issues raised by the Harold Shipman case, it can also be used to monitor variations in the quality of care between GPs and practices. Dr Paul Aylin, one of the paper's authors, from Imperial College London comments: "Follow...Zimbabwean women value diaphragm as clandestine method to possibly prevent HIV
...s research is used to design and rapidly implement practical and effective prevention and treatment strategies for women at risk for or living with HIV. Co-authors of the study are Ariane van der Straten, PhD, academic coordinator in the UCSF Department of Obstetrics, Gynecology and Reproductive Sciences; Owe...Computer tool yields higher self-reports of key HIV risk behaviors by Zimbabwean women
...s research is used to design and rapidly implement practical and effective prevention and treatment strategies for women at risk for or living with HIV. Study co-authors are Shelly Chitsungo, Angella Muchini and Prisca Nyamapeni, and Tsungai Chipato, MD, University of Zimbabwe professor of obstetrics and gynec...University of Iowa examines role of faith-based groups in helping ex-offenders
...nd sports and social activities. They also provide practical help such as rental assistance, food and clothing banks, and transportation. "People tend to think that all public services have to stem from governmental agencies. In truth, communities have provided for those in need for a long time. The lack of re...U.S. pedestrians, cyclists at greater danger than European counterparts
...an cities. "Dutch and German bikeway systems serve practical destinations for everyday travel, not just recreational attractions, as with most bike paths in America," Pucher says. Reduced speed limits, along with speed bumps, deliberate dead ends and truck bans are also part of efforts to "calm" traffic in res...Study raises prospect of practical vaccine for metastatic melanoma
BOSTON--In a step toward a practical vaccine for advanced melanoma, a notoriously difficult-to-treat form of cancer, researchers at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute have demonstrated the effectiveness of a vaccine that is safer and easier to produce than earlier versions. Writing in the Se...Chemical & Engineering News 80th anniversary issue highlights periodic table
...nd beyond, from the elements that have magical and practical properties to cure disease, create high-tech materials and enhance our standard of living, to others that cause disease and pollute our rivers. This is the theme of a special issue of Chemical & Engineering News , due out Sept. 8, which also celebra...