Though pacemakers require only small amounts of energy (about 1 millionth of a Watt), their batteries have to be replaced periodically, which means multiple surgeries for patients. Researchers have searched for ways to prolong battery life - trying to generate energy to power a pacemaker using blood sugar, or the motion of the hands and legs - but these methods either interfere with metabolism or require a more drastic surgery, such as passing a wire from the limbs to the chest area...
IPM Decreased Pesticide Use In Univ Of Florida Housing
A new study recently published in the Journal of Integrated Pest Management (JIPM) shows that from 2003 to 2008, the use of insecticide active ingredients was reduced by about 90% in University of Florida housing buildings after an Integrated Pest Management (IPM) program was implemented. IPM is a systematic approach to managing pests based on long-term prevention or suppression by a variety of methods that are cost effective and minimize risks to human health and the environment...
Genes Linked To Alzheimer's Are The Same For Early- And Late-Onset
The same gene mutations linked to inherited, early-onset Alzheimer's disease have been found in people with the more common late-onset form of the illness. The discovery by researchers at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis may lead doctors and researchers to change the way Alzheimer's disease is classified. They reported their findings in the online journal PLoS One (Public Library of Science)...
Breastfeeding tied to stronger lungs, less asthma
NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - Kids who were breastfed as babies may have better lung function, and a lower risk of asthma, than those who were formula-fed, two new reports suggest. Researchers said that past studies have found conflicting results wh...
Allergan to rely less on U.S. for sales, Asia key
(Reuters) - Allergan Inc, maker of wrinkle treatment Botox, eye drops and obesity treatments, said it will rely less on the United States for revenue in coming years as its products gain wider acceptance in Asia, particularly China. The company on...
Insight: In PIP implant scandal, a ragged safety net exposed
LONDON (Reuters) - In June 2000, when American medical regulators posted a warning letter on the Internet about problems at a breast-implant maker in southern France, French authorities didn't pay much attention. A U.S. Food and Drug Administr...
Too Few American Adults Getting Needed Vaccinations: CDC
Title: Too Few American Adults Getting Needed Vaccinations: CDC Category: Health News Created: 2/2/2012 4:06:00 PM Last Editorial Review: 2/3/2012
Mouse Study Suggests Alzheimer's Spreads Through Brain Like an Infection
Title: Mouse Study Suggests Alzheimer's Spreads Through Brain Like an Infection Category: Health News Created: 2/2/2012 4:06:00 PM Last Editorial Review: 2/3/2012
Could a Blood Test Help Spot Depression?
Title: Could a Blood Test Help Spot Depression? Category: Health News Created: 2/3/2012 10:05:00 AM Last Editorial Review: 2/3/2012
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