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Additional education to liver transplant candidates increases live donation and donor evaluation

A recent study found that living donation increased 42% and the number of individuals who presented for donation evaluation increased 74% at centers in New York. The surge in live donation and donor evaluation occurred after additional education was provided to liver transplant candidates.

8 Jan 2010

Canadian Cancer Society calls on the B.C. government to ban cosmetic use of pesticides

The Canadian Cancer Society British Columbia and Yukon today called on the B.C. government to enact legislation to ban the cosmetic use of pesticides that would set a new national standard. The Society is also asking British Columbians to participate in the on-line public consultation.

8 Jan 2010

A.D.A.M. announces new online education product for K-12 market

A.D.A.M., Inc., a leading provider of consumer health information, benefits technology solutions and interactive education resources, today announced the availability of A.D.A.M. Inside Out, its newest online education product for the K-12 education market. A.D.A.M. Inside Out offers a unique opportunity for K-12 students to learn about the human body.

8 Jan 2010

Researchers identify key epigenetic mechanism that helps explain cocaine's addictiveness

Researchers have identified a key epigenetic mechanism in the brain that helps explain cocaine's addictiveness, according to research funded by the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA), part of the National Institutes of Health.

8 Jan 2010

Nutrition and fitness expert shares secrets on wellness, happiness and lasting weight loss

Working moms know how overwhelming life can be with so many demands competing for their attention. They work full-time during the day only to work full-time again with their families once they enter their homes.

8 Jan 2010

Basic guidelines on how to develop healthy eating habits

The current economic climate has impacted every aspect of our lives, even our health. Many turn to fast food or unhealthy selections because it seems to be easier on the wallet. But it is possible to make healthy food choices on a budget.

8 Jan 2010

ALAC to release third annual State of Tobacco Control report card for California

American Lung Association in California (ALAC) will join civic leaders, medical professionals and local residents to release its third annual State of Tobacco Control report card for cities and counties throughout the state of California.

8 Jan 2010

Small changes in daily routine activities may help Americans reach a healthy, stable weight

The New Year means new resolutions and for many Americans those resolutions include efforts to get healthy, lose weight, and hit the gym. According to a study by The University of Scranton, almost half of all New Year's resolutions will be broken by the end of January. Why is it that we can't make the changes we hope to?

8 Jan 2010

Boar's Head launches campaign to encourage salt sensible food choices

Recognizing that salt consumption has long been a concern in matters of health, Boar's Head, one of the nation's leading manufacturers of deli meats and cheeses, reaffirms its commitment to wellness with a campaign that encourages salt sensible food choices. "Launch Your Assault on Salt," offers consumers who have concerns about their salt intake with advice about food options that fit their needs and shows them how, when managed wisely, it can be part of a healthy diet.

8 Jan 2010

U.S. Marshals seize all FDA-regulated foods susceptible to contamination by rodents and insects

At the request of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, U.S. Marshals today seized bulk restaurant food productat Won Feng Trading Company, a food processor and warehouse in Nashville, Tenn. The products are adulterated under the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act because they have been held under unsanitary conditions whereby they may have become contaminated with filth.

7 Jan 2010

Fitness tips from Lady Foot Locker

Lady Foot Locker has broadened the fitness spectrum to include toning. Footwear, like the Reebok EasyTone and Skechers' Shape Ups give a boost to your everyday routine.

7 Jan 2010

LIVESTRONGTM.COM compiles tools to help users maintain healthy living

Each year, millions of people designate January 1 as the day they are going to make a change. Stop smoking. Save money. Exercise regularly. Whatever the pledge, countless Americans try—and frequently fail—to make changes in their lives. Most start strong, but by February have all but abandoned their newfound goals.

7 Jan 2010

Sundia MediTech Company recognized as technically-advanced service enterprise in Shanghai

Sundia MediTech Company, Ltd., a leading pharmaceutical R&D outsourcing Service Company in China, announced that the company has been officially recognized as a technically-advanced service enterprise in Shanghai.

7 Jan 2010

Rx Locker device to secure prescription medications

Due to the rising statistics about teens and prescription drug abuse, Dr. Drew Pinsky, host of Celebrity Rehab and Loveline, recently debuted the Rx Locker, a device designed to secure prescription medications within the home to restrict unauthorized access and prevent abuse.

7 Jan 2010

Minnesota dentists to provide free dental care to less fortunate children

Minnesota dentists will provide free dental care to less fortunate children on Friday, February 5 and Saturday, February 6 at nearly 200 locations statewide. The Minnesota Dental Association is sponsoring this unique outreach effort, called Give Kids a Smile, for the 8th consecutive year. Appointments are being scheduled now.

7 Jan 2010

Manduka announces the release of Manduka Mat Sling

Manduka (www.manduka.com), the world's leader in high performance yoga gear, announced today the release of the Manduka Mat Sling--the perfect carryall accessory for any yoga mat. Like most of the innovative products in the Manduka family, the Mat Sling is unlike any other--earth friendly, purpose driven, light, stylish and extremely durable.

7 Jan 2010

Board of Directors for Legacy continue efforts to preserve tobacco funds in Ohio

Today, the Board of Directors for Legacy(SM) - a national public health foundation devoted to tobacco cessation and prevention - announced it will continue efforts to preserve tobacco funds in Ohio, by taking the battle to the Supreme Court of Ohio.

7 Jan 2010

HaloSource raises $10 million to support commercialization of HaloPure

HaloSource, a leading clean water technology company, has raised $10 million from new investors to support the further commercialization of its HaloPure® water purification business.

7 Jan 2010

Scientists develop first-of-its-kind cloth that releases nitric oxide gas

Scientists in Texas are reporting development of a first-of-its-kind cloth that releases nitric oxide gas - an advance toward making therapeutic socks for people with diabetes and a wrap to help preserve organs harvested for transplantation. The study is in ACS' Chemistry of Materials, a bi-weekly journal.

7 Jan 2010

Muscle Flex to launch Muscle Flex VATA Brasil Sports and Active Wear Line

Muscle Flex Inc. (www.MuscleFlex.com) announced today that it has scheduled January 25, 2010 for the official launch of its Muscle Flex VATA Brasil™ (www.MuscleFlexVATA.com) Sports and Active Wear Line and plans to establish the line with a high profile premiere, details to be announced.

7 Jan 2010

Miscellaneous News

Additional education to liver transplant candidates increases live donation and donor evaluation

Canadian Cancer Society calls on the B.C. government to ban cosmetic use of pesticides

A.D.A.M. announces new online education product for K-12 market

Researchers identify key epigenetic mechanism that helps explain cocaine's addictiveness

Nutrition and fitness expert shares secrets on wellness, happiness and lasting weight loss

Basic guidelines on how to develop healthy eating habits

ALAC to release third annual State of Tobacco Control report card for California

Small changes in daily routine activities may help Americans reach a healthy, stable weight

Boar's Head launches campaign to encourage salt sensible food choices

U.S. Marshals seize all FDA-regulated foods susceptible to contamination by rodents and insects

Fitness tips from Lady Foot Locker

LIVESTRONGTM.COM compiles tools to help users maintain healthy living

Sundia MediTech Company recognized as technically-advanced service enterprise in Shanghai

Rx Locker device to secure prescription medications

Minnesota dentists to provide free dental care to less fortunate children

Manduka announces the release of Manduka Mat Sling

Board of Directors for Legacy continue efforts to preserve tobacco funds in Ohio

HaloSource raises $10 million to support commercialization of HaloPure

Scientists develop first-of-its-kind cloth that releases nitric oxide gas

Muscle Flex to launch Muscle Flex VATA Brasil Sports and Active Wear Line

Real-time Raman monitoring for pharmaceutical hot melt extrusion

Synthetic Psychedelics: A Growing Public Health Concern

How the Vutara VXL simplifies single-molecule imaging

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