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Antiretroviral Therapy May Prevent HIV Transmission From Breastfeeding
Two new studies support the hypothesis that combination antiretroviral drug therapy may reduce the risk of mother-to-child HIV transmission through breastfeeding, findings that could have significant implications in the developing world. Both studies appear in the September 1 issue of The Journal of Infectious Diseases, now available online. Arts Education Partnership (AEP)
AEP "is a national coalition of arts, education, business, philanthropic and government organizations that demonstrate and promote the essential role of the arts in the learning and development of every child."Its website features a searchable database with information on state arts education policies, publications and reports on the benefits of arts education, and links to resources for evaluation and assessment, national and state advocacy efforts, and more. [Odd] A Romanian couple has named their son Yahoo as a sign of gratitu
Daily Libertatea said on Thursday Cornelia and Nonu Dragoman, both from Transylvania, met and decided they were meant for each other following a three-month relationship over the net.They married and had a baby this Christmas, whom they decided to name after one of the worldwide web's most popular portals."We named him Lucian Yahoo after my father and the net, the main beacon of my life,"Cornelia Dragoman was quoted as saying. Cognitive Impairment Link Found In Older Adults Taking Popular Stomach
Long-term use of histamine2 receptor antagonists, one class of drugs that blocks stomach acid, may be associated with cognitive impairment in older African-American adults. According to a new study, the risk for showing signs of cognitive impairment is 2.5 times greater for patients using these medications long-term. Scientists Can Predict Psychotic Illness In Up To 80 Percent Of High-r
Which at-risk teens will cross the line from having risk factors for psychosis to actually developing a psychotic illness? Researchers have improved the ability to predict who will cross the threshhold from 35 percent accuracy to 65-80 percent accuracy, based on the specific combinations of risk factors a teen has. This level of accuracy is comparable to that for major medical diseases, like diabetes. Safe Holiday Lighting
List of safety tips for using holiday lighting, accompanied by photos illustrating safe use of lights, cords, outlets, timers, and candles. Also available in Spanish. From a Southern California utility. Note: may not display properly in all browsers. Key To Unlocking The Secret Of Highly Specific DNAzyme Catalysis Disco
Using an extremely sensitive measurement technique, researchers have found clear evidence that a lead-specific DNAzyme uses the "lock and key"reaction mechanism. In the presence of zinc or magnesium, however, the same DNAzyme uses the "induced fit"reaction mechanism, similar to that used by ribozymes. Jobs Apologizes for Iphone Price Cut, Offers $100 Credit to Early Adop
Oops, sorry about that. If you paid full price, you can get a $100 store credit. UT Southwestern Researchers Locate Gene Family Involved In Determining
Researchers at UT Southwestern Medical Center at Dallas have found a gene family involved in determining the potential for acquiring lupus, a debilitating autoimmune disease that affects more than one million Americans. Adventures to Read All Through the Summer
"Librarian Nancy Pearl has options other than Harry Potter for parents, kids, and fans of the series."Includes summaries of books that should "keep fans of interesting fantasy writing occupied —and happy —throughout the summer."Includes links to other book lists. From National Public Radio (NPR).
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