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New report questions the kinetics of T cell receptors

T cell receptors are among the most important molecules in the immune system because of their role in recognizing the antigens that signal such threats as viruses and cancer. The receptors must also distinguish these threats from the body's own cells to avoid triggering an unwanted immune system response.

5 Apr 2010

WCU: Dental Hygiene Clinic to offer free dental hygiene services at Anaheim campus

West Coast University has announced that the Dental Hygiene Clinic at its Anaheim campus will offer the public free dental hygiene services ranging from oral inspection and risk assessment, to digital and traditional imaging (X-rays), to preventative therapies and non-surgical periodontal therapy (cleanings).

5 Apr 2010

Tax deductions for healthcare professionals

The unreimbursed expenses you've incurred based on your occupation may lead to valuable tax deductions on your income tax return! Jackson Hewitt Tax Service® reminds taxpayers that they can maximize their refund or minimize the amount they may owe by claiming tax deductions related to their job/occupation.

3 Apr 2010

Student hygiene education programs can help reduce school absenteeism

Inadequate access to safe water and poor sanitation infrastructure contribute to an estimated 1.87 million deaths per year from devastating diarrheal diseases, mostly among children less than five years of age in the developing world. But, according to a new study released in the April issue of the American Journal of Tropical Medicine and Hygiene, school-based student hygiene education programs can impact behavior in the home and significantly reduce absenteeism amongst students.

3 Apr 2010

Cancer research at Georgia Tech: Report

Cancer treatment typically involves surgery, radiation therapy, chemotherapy, hormone therapy or biological therapy. An oncologist may use one therapy or a combination of methods, depending on the type and location of the cancer, whether the disease has spread, the patient's age and general health, and other factors.

3 Apr 2010

Town hall meetings highlight the dangers of underage drinking

In recognition of Alcohol Awareness Month in April, communities throughout the nation are conducting town hall meetings to discuss what can be done to prevent and reduce underage drinking.

3 Apr 2010

Kinetics of T cell receptors: New findings could lead to reevaluation of earlier conclusions

3 Apr 2010

New automated technology may help detect pathogens in food and water

Detecting one of the world's most common pathogens in drinking water soon may no longer be bottle-necked under a laboratory microscope.

3 Apr 2010

New production method yields hundredsfold more ubiquitylated proteins critical for cancer research

Scientists at the University of Delaware have developed a new method for producing proteins critical to research on cancer, Alzheimer's, and other diseases.

3 Apr 2010

Cellvax moves to new laboratory facility in ENVA

Cellvax is a French service company which provides complete in vitro & in vivo preclinical innovating services allowing to accelerate the drug development process for unmet needs related with severe human diseases, mainly in oncology field.

3 Apr 2010

"Check Yo Nutz" testicular cancer awareness campaign launched

Canisius College and Roswell Park Cancer Institute (RPCI) announce the launch of "Check Yo Nutz," the first comprehensive testicular cancer awareness campaign on a Western New York college campus. The campaign promotes testicular self-examination for men ages 15 - 40, through clear, informative, accurate, relatable and humorous messages.

3 Apr 2010

Ontario Association of Medical Laboratories invites applications for 2010 Small Grants Program

The Ontario Association of Medical Laboratories is pleased to announce its 2010 Small Grants Program to support non-proprietary research projects to improve the efficiency or effectiveness of the delivery of laboratory services. Previously funded projects have included research into new testing methodologies, information systems and improvements to operational systems.

2 Apr 2010

CCE recognizes Good Samaritan Hospital with CAPE Silver-level Eureka award

Good Samaritan Hospital in Los Angeles was recognized with a California Awards for Performance Excellence (CAPE) Silver-level Eureka award for its performance excellence by the California Council for Excellence (CCE). Good Samaritan Hospital was one of four organizations recognized with the Silver-level Eureka award. CCE also awarded 1 Gold-level Eureka award and 3 Bronze-level Eureka awards. Organizations represent the business, education, non-profit, health care and military sectors. In addition 25 businesses received the lower-level Prospector award.

2 Apr 2010

American Career College offers new training program in health IT

American Career College President Al Nederhood today announced that it will offer an Associate of Occupational Science Degree in Health Information Technology at its Anaheim campus beginning May 2010.

2 Apr 2010

Parent-run movement intensifies efforts to make publicly funded autism therapy more accessible

Hundreds of parents whose children with autism have been abandoned by the Ontario government announced today at Queen's Park that they are intensifying their efforts to make autism therapy more accessible by training in civil disobedience, peaceful protest and other more assertive forms of advocacy.

2 Apr 2010

University of Kentucky alumni generate $6.3 billion into Kentucky's economy

In total, 2,730 University of Kentucky College of Medicine alumni are currently practicing across the Commonwealth, generating $6.3 billion annually into Kentucky's economy and creating at least 49,140 jobs, according to UK's Office of Health Research and Development.

2 Apr 2010

2010 Internal Medicine conference at Toronto Convention Center

More than 5,000 internists (adult medicine specialists), subspecialists, medical students, and allied health professionals will meet in Toronto, Canada, for Internal Medicine 2010, the annual scientific meeting of the American College of Physicians (ACP), April 22 - 24 (Thursday - Saturday), at the Toronto Convention Center.

2 Apr 2010

First national centralized application service for students applying to RN programs launched

The American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN) announces the launch of NursingCAS, the first national centralized application service for students applying to all types of registered nursing (RN) programs. Similar to services already in place for medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, and other health professions, NursingCAS provides individuals with a convenient way to apply to nursing programs nationwide while serving as an important mechanism to fill vacant seats in schools of nursing.

2 Apr 2010

European scientists convene to discuss latest research on rehabilitation medicine

New research and improved methods in the rehabilitation medicine area gives injured people a chance to return to a meaningful life, including the capability of working.

2 Apr 2010

NYBC urges community to donate blood and save lives

New York Blood Center and its divisions serving the 20 million people of New York City, Long Island, the Hudson Valley, and New Jersey call upon the community to please donate blood, in recognition of World Health Day, and to help save lives.

2 Apr 2010

Students News and Research

New report questions the kinetics of T cell receptors

WCU: Dental Hygiene Clinic to offer free dental hygiene services at Anaheim campus

Tax deductions for healthcare professionals

Student hygiene education programs can help reduce school absenteeism

Cancer research at Georgia Tech: Report

Town hall meetings highlight the dangers of underage drinking

Kinetics of T cell receptors: New findings could lead to reevaluation of earlier conclusions

New automated technology may help detect pathogens in food and water

New production method yields hundredsfold more ubiquitylated proteins critical for cancer research

Cellvax moves to new laboratory facility in ENVA

"Check Yo Nutz" testicular cancer awareness campaign launched

Ontario Association of Medical Laboratories invites applications for 2010 Small Grants Program

CCE recognizes Good Samaritan Hospital with CAPE Silver-level Eureka award

American Career College offers new training program in health IT

Parent-run movement intensifies efforts to make publicly funded autism therapy more accessible

University of Kentucky alumni generate $6.3 billion into Kentucky's economy

2010 Internal Medicine conference at Toronto Convention Center

First national centralized application service for students applying to RN programs launched

European scientists convene to discuss latest research on rehabilitation medicine

NYBC urges community to donate blood and save lives

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