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Long-term Marijuana Smoking Leads To Respiratory Complaints
Long-term exposure to marijuana smoke is linked to many of the same health problems as tobacco smoke, such as increased respiratory symptoms like cough, phlegm and wheeze, according to a new study by researchers at Yale School of Medicine. Yellowstone Volcano Inflating With Molten Rock At Record Rate
The Yellowstone 'supervolcano'rose at a record rate since mid-2004, likely because a Los Angeles-sized, pancake-shaped blob of molten rock was injected 6 miles beneath the slumbering giant, scientists report in Science. U.S. Growers Fear Biotech Rice
Small amounts of experimental strains of genetically engineered rice are discovered in storage facilities with food crops. The Japanese and European rice markets react, and farmers sue a German company responsible for the mistake. National Center for Health Statistics: Injury Data and Resources
This website compiles "injury morbidity and mortality data and statistics available from the National Center for Health Statistics (NCHS)"and provides "details on injury surveillance methodology and tools to assist in data analysis."It features reports and statistics on topics such as hospital inpatients and outpatients, emergency department and physician office visits, injury deaths, and specific types of injuries (such as accidents and occupational injuries). From the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Evidence Of Mature Heart Cell Potential Found In Embryonic Stem Cells
Scientists report the first functional evidence that heart cells derived from human embryonic stem cells exhibit one of the most critical properties of mature adult heart cells, an important biological process called excitation-contraction coupling. Gene Protects Against Kidney Disease
Researchers have discovered a gene that protects us against a serious kidney disease. They report that mutations in the gene cause nephronopthisis (NPHP) in humans and mice. NPHP is a disease marked by kidney degeneration during childhood that leads to kidney failure requiring organ transplantation. The insights might help develop effective, noninvasive therapies. Home/Crime &Violence Prevention: Polygamy
"This manual provides basic information about various polygamous communities that will assist human services professionals, law enforcement officers and others in helping victims from these communities. The Primer will be updated regularly to reflect modifications in the law and changes in each organization's beliefs and practices."The focus is on Mormon fundamentalist communities. Includes links to resources and state laws in Utah and Arizona. From Utah's Office of the Attorney General. Major Advance In The Fight Against Chronic Virus Infections
A major finding that could lead to a new approach for treating hepatitis C and other chronic virus infections was announced today by researchers at the La Jolla Institute for Allergy and Immunology. The research team, using controlled laboratory studies of mice, was able to eliminate a chronic virus infection in the animals by blocking a key messenger molecule in the immune system. The finding has particular relevance for hepatitis C, but may also be applicable to AIDS, cytomegalovirus and other chronic virus infections. It's Invisible -- Almost
A team of British and U.S. scientists makes a "cloak of invisibility." Although the object behind the cloak is still visible to the eye, the shield itself reduces the chance that radar or microwaves can detect it. Prior Caesarean Delivery Not Linked To Increased Risk Of Stillbirth
Women with a history of caesarean section deliveries do not have a higher risk of a subsequent stillbirth, according to researchers at Yale School of Medicine and Columbia University.
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