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New Pheromone Sprayer Leads Amorous Moths Astray
For decades, apple and pear growers have "adorned"their orchards with hundreds of plastic dispensers that emit a chemical sex attractant, or pheromone, to disrupt codling moth mating. A new spraying method done four to six times a season disrupted codling moth mating as effectively as the time-consuming hand-hung dispensers. Teens Spend More Time At Computers, Become Less Active As They Grow Ol
As they grow older, teenagers are spending more time in front of the computer and television and less time participating in physical activities, according to researchers at the University of Minnesota School of Public Health. Once In The Doctor's Office, Racial And Ethnic Disparities In Care Nea
A new study from the Stanford University School of Medicine has found that once U.S. patients visit a doctor for outpatient care, their race and ethnicity make little difference in the quality of care they receive. But the study also found that health-care providers have a lot of room for improvement when it comes to caring for all of their patients. In fact, it suggests there were only limited improvements in outpatient care during the 10-year study period. Testosterone Deficiency Relatively Rare In Men
A new study reveals that relatively few men, only 5.6 percent of the male population, actually suffer from low testosterone accompanied by clinical symptoms. That percentage, however, rises substantially with age. The 'Shear Stress' Of It Impacts Heart Disease
Dutch researchers report that in mice, different types of shear stress induce the production of different soluble factors known as chemokines, and that the chemokine expression pattern influences the development of the atherosclerotic plaque. World Day for Water
Beginning in 1993, March 22 has been declared the World Day for Water by the United Nations General Assembly. The site provides information about the celebration of World Water Day (WWD) back to 2000. Available in English, French, and Spanish. From the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). Children Are Introduced To Sipping And Tasting Alcohol In The Home
Very little is known about alcohol use by children; New findings show that the introduction to alcohol use may occur as early as eight or 10 years of age, and is an experience that typically occurs in the home; and Sipping and tasting reflect exposure to parental alcohol use in the home and do not reflect a proneness to engage in delinquent behavior or other problem behaviors. Senator E.L. "Bob"Bartlett: Architect of Alaska Statehood
This site uses a statue of Senator Bartlett (Alaska Territorial Delegate 1945-59, senator 1959-1968) as a "gateway into an abridged account of the historical and political context of Alaska's long struggle from neglected colony to 49th state."Features a brief illustrated history of Alaska statehood (admitted January 3, 1959) and information about the role of Edna Ferber's novel "Ice Palace"in Alaska's quest for statehood. Part of the Capitol Project from American Studies at the University of Virginia (UVA). Joint Attention Study Has Implications For Understanding Autism
A hallmark of human nature is the ability to share information and to comprehend the thoughts and intentions of others. Scientists refer to this skill as 'joint attention.'Even though it is a vital skill, scientists know surprisingly little about its development. Facts About Chlorine
Information about the health effects of human exposure to the chemical chlorine and chlorine gas. Includes signs and symptoms of exposure, protection from exposure, what to do if exposed, and treatment. Available in English and Spanish. From the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
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