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The Canyon Rehabilitation and Dual Diagnosis Treatment Center [Highlight HE
2008-06-04 18:06:00 The Canyon Drug and Alcohol Treatment Center offers private drug rehabilitation, alcohol rehabilitation and dual diagnosis treatment services in Malibu, CA. Additional website resources can be found in the Addiction & Recovery category of the Highlight HEALTH Web Directory. More About: Diagnosis , Dual
More Education Decreases the Risk of Death [Highlight HEALTH]
2008-06-03 06:14:00 Everyone knows that a good education is important for getting a good job. Now researchers are finding that being well-educated can lengthen your life. The study, published earlier this month in the journal PLoS ONE, finds that socioeconomic inequalities in the U.S. death rate between people with less than a high school education and college graduates increased from 1993 to 2001 [1]. The widening gap is due to (i) significant decreases in mortality from all causes, heart disease, cancer, stroke and other conditions, in the most educated and (ii) unchanged or increasing death rates in the least educated. Epidemiologists at the American Cancer Society (ACS) worked with scientists from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s National Center for Health Statistics (NCHS) to analyze over 3.5 million deaths from 1993 to 2001. They used data from the National Vital Statistics System (NVSS) and death certificate information to calculate annual age-standardized death rates for 2... More About: Education , Death , Risk , Highlight
MedAssurant, Inc. [Highlight HEALTH Web Directory]
2008-06-02 03:18:00 MedAssurant, Inc. providing healthcare solutions through medical informatics. With an expansive superset of data, the MedAssurant goal is to help healthcare providers reduce health care cost and improve quality. Additional website resources can be found in the Services category of the Highlight HEALTH Web Directory . More About: Health
Detection of Colorectal Cancer Using a Blood-based, Six-Gene Biomarker Set
2008-05-29 22:13:00 At the annual meeting of the American Association for Cancer Research (AACR) last month, researchers from Gene News Corp. reported that the probability of colorectal cancer (CRC) in asymptomatic patients can be accurately stratified by RNA expression profiling of six genes in whole blood [1]. The company focuses on developing blood-based biomarker tests for the early ... More About: American Cancer Society , Blood , Detection
Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center [Highlight HEALTH Web Directo
2008-05-28 17:20:00 Focuses on bringing health and wellness to the Southeast with a range of services, including interventional cardiology and brain, breast, and lung cancer treatment. Additional website resources can be found in the Hospitals & Medical Centers category of the Highlight HEALTH Web Directory. More About: Health , University , Baptist , Wake
HealthDirectoryMoz [Highlight HEALTH Web Directory]
2008-05-28 17:04:00 HealthDirectory Moz is a human-edited, searchable, categorized database of high-quality health, medical, fitness and wellness resources. Provides free listings for quality health- and medical-related web resources. Additional website resources can be found in the Health and Medical Directories category of the Highlight HEALTH Web Directory. More About: Health
Gene Genie #32 - Googling the Genie [Highlight HEALTH]
2008-05-25 06:01:00 Welcome to the 32nd edition of Gene Genie , a blog carnival devoted to genes and genetic conditions. This edition includes some excellent articles on genes and gene-related diseases, genetics, genomics and personalized genetics. logo credit: Ricardo @ My Biotech Life Google Health launched publicly this week and to recognize the event, the last section of ... More About: Parkinson , Highlight
Podiatry Arena [Highlight HEALTH Web Directory]
2008-05-22 16:39:00 Podiatry Arena is a forum for discussion by podiatrists and other foot health professionals about all aspects of podiatry. Additional website resources can be found in the Forums & Message Boards category of the Highlight HEALTH Web Directory . More About: Health
Genomic Medicine: An Educational Resource from Helix Health [Highlight HEAL
2008-05-19 07:23:00 The Human Genome Project has heralded a new era in our understanding of the molecular basis of disease. Genome-based medicine or personalized medicine is believed to be the future of healthcare. Indeed, genomic medicine is poised to improve disease diagnosis, therapy and prevention. Although genomics is related to genetics, there is a difference between the ... More About: Health , Medicine , Parkinson , Educational , Resource
Helpguide [Highlight HEALTH Web Directory]
2008-05-16 22:55:00 Expert information and non-commercial resources for mental and emotional health, active healthy lifestyles and aging issues. Additional website resources can be found in the Help and Support category of the Highlight HEALTH Web Directory . More About: Health
Gene Genie #32 Call for Submissions [Highlight HEALTH]
2008-05-16 08:00:00 Highlight HEALTH will be hosting the next edition of Gene Genie , edition 32, on Sunday, May 25th. As host, I invite you to send your submissions. Gene Genie is a bi-weekly blog carnival of genes and genetic conditions. Past editions can be found at the Gene Genie website. Submit your article here or email them to me using ... More About: Health , Call , Highlight
Remembering Lunch Can Help Reduce the Desire to Snack [Highlight HEALTH]
2008-05-15 17:45:00 Mind over matter may really work when it comes to managing appetite. Researchers at the University of Birmingham, U.K. have found that recalling foods eaten at lunch has an inhibitory effect on subsequent snacking later the same day. The study is currently in press and will be published in the journal Physiology & Behavior [1]. ... More About: Health , Lunch , Reduce , Snack , Highlight
National Sleep Foundation [Highlight HEALTH Web Directory]
2008-05-08 15:38:00 SleepFoundation .org is dedicated to improving the quality of life for Americans who suffer from sleep problems and disorders such as insomnia, sleep apnea and restless legs syndrome. NSF helps everyone better understand the importance of sleep and the benefits of good sleep habits, and recognizing the signs of sleep problems so that they can be properly diagnosed and treated. The National Sleep Foundation (NSF) is an independent nonprofit organization dedicated to improving public health and safety by achieving understanding of sleep and sleep disorders, such as insomnia, obstructive sleep apnea and restless legs syndrome, and by supporting sleep-related education, research, and advocacy. Additional website resources can be found in the Non-profit category of the Highlight HEALTH Web Directory . More About: Health , Sleep
Sleep Education [Highlight HEALTH Web Directory]
2008-05-08 15:29:00 Featuring clear descriptions of sleep disorders and treatments, the site also provides current news and helpful hints to further educate online visitors. A searchable listing of accredited AASM-member sleep centers is a trusted resource that will assist the public in finding local practitioners of sleep medicine. Additional website resources can be found in the Sleep Disorders category of the Highlight HEALTH Web Directory . More About: Education , Health
Tired? You May Not Be Getting Enough Sleep [Highlight HEALTH]
2008-05-08 04:23:00 A good night’s sleep is increasingly loosing out to late night television, the internet, video games and other modern day distractions, and our health is taking the toll. An estimated 50 to 70 million people suffer from chronic sleep loss and sleep disorders, and loss of sleep is associated with a variety of health problems, ... More About: Health , Health News , Sleep , Highlight , Tired
HPV and Cervical Cancer [Highlight HEALTH Web Directory]
2008-05-06 22:24:00 Learn the facts about HPV and the risk of cervical cancer. The HPV test along with the Pap smear test increases early detection of the HPV virus. Early HPV treatment can help prevent cervical cancer. Additional website resources can be found in the Cancer category of the Highlight HEALTH Web Directory . More About: Health , Cervical Cancer
HEALTH Highlights - May 6th, 2008 [Highlight HEALTH]
2008-05-06 06:25:00 One Hand Clapping | Science-based Medicine Mark Crislip ponders the meaning of “better” and explores objective and subjective therapeutic responses. A must read! Trusted doesn’t mean accurate. Safe is almost certainly stale. | e-patients How do you know if you can trust medical information from a website? Did you know the guidelines used to determine "trusted" websites were all conceived between 1995 and 1999, when information available was entirely static (think pre-Health 2.0). Does your diet determine what sex your baby will be? | Doctor David’s Blog Dr. David discusses an Oxford study suggesting that sex determination may be more complicated than sperm with an X or Y chromosome. My take: Just say no to unnecessary tests | Kevin, M.D. Kevin believes that excessive testing, combined with demand for the latest diagnostic modalities, play a pivotal role in increasing healthcare costs and suggests we say no to unnecessary tests. Healthy, frug... More About: Highlights , Highlight , 2008
The National Working Group on Evidence-based Health Care [Highlight HEALTH
2008-05-03 03:33:00 The National Working Group on Evidence -based Health Care represents consumers, caregivers, practitioners and researchers committed to promoting accurate and appropriate evidence-based policies and practices that improve the quality of healthcare services in the United States. Additional website resources can be found in the Non-profit category of the Highlight HEALTH Web Directory. More About: Health Care
FreeMD - Ask the Virtual Doctor [Highlight HEALTH 2.0]
2008-05-01 06:38:00 DSHI Systems is a physician-led medical technology company and a supplier of triage decision-support software solutions. Last week, the company announced the release of freeMD.com, an electronic doctor that performs an interview, analyzes symptoms and provides expert advice — all for free [1]. The website contains an expert system that emulates the triage function doctors ... More About: Health , Virtual , Highlight , Doctor
Power Over Your Pain [Highlight HEALTH Web Directory]
2008-04-27 15:41:00 Whether you have lived with chronic pain for years or have just been diagnosed, find the information you need to get power over your pain. Learn about spinal cord stimulation and its benefits from ANS, a St. Jude Medical company. Additional website resources can be found in the Diseases & Conditions category of the Highlight HEALTH Web Directory . More About: Health , Power , Pain
Improve Your Financial Health, Reduce Stress and Help Save the Planet [High
2008-04-25 04:30:00 With crude oil hitting a record high this week, gas prices here in the U.S. are soaring. According to CNN.com, the $100 fill-up has arrived in the United States. Want to reduce your stress level, spend less money at the pump and do your part to help save the planet? Here’s one of the most simple ... More About: Health , Planet , Financial , Stress , Reduce
Drug Treatment Centers and Alcohol Rehab Programs [Highlight HEALTH Web Dir
2008-04-22 17:11:00 Drug treatment center and alcohol rehab program resource and information site, offering a comprehensive directory of drug treatment centers, dual diagnosis treatment, alcohol rehab and eating disorder addiction treatment centers. Additional website resources can be found in the Addiction & Recovery category of the Highlight HEALTH Web Directory. More About: Health , Rehab , Programs , Treatment , Alcohol
Teva Pharmaceuticals USA [Highlight HEALTH Web Directory]
2008-04-22 17:09:00 Teva Pharmaceuticals USA is the leading generic pharmaceutical company, marketing products from a wide range of therapeutic areas including analgesic, anti-infective, cardiovascular, oncology, CNS, dermatological and anti-inflammatory. Dosage forms include extended and immediate release tablets and capsules, injectables, creams, ointments, solutions, and suspensions. Visit the site to learn about the variety of generic drugs manufactured by Teva. Additional website resources can be found in the Pharmaceutical category of the Highlight HEALTH Web Directory . More About: Health
The Kanzius Machine: A Future Alternative to Chemotherapy [Highlight HEALTH
2008-04-18 05:56:00 Last Sunday, 60 Minutes profiled John Kanzius, an inventor who may have come up with one of the most promising breakthroughs in cancer research in years. It’s still in the experimental stage and much research needs to be done, but if future clinical trials are successful, the Kanzius Machine will destroy cancer cells throughout the body without need for drugs or surgery. John Kanzius was diagnosed with terminal leukemia six years ago. Watching children endure difficult chemo treatments while he was undergoing his own chemotherapy motivated him to come up with an alternative. At the start of his interview with 60 Minutes correspondent Lesley Stahl, he said [1]: I have no business being in the cancer business. It’s not something that a layman like me should in, it should be left to doctors and research people. [Lesley Stahl: But sometimes it takes an outsider.] Sometimes it just — maybe you get lucky. And lucky he has been. Kanzius is a retired radio technician an... More About: Health , Chemotherapy , Future , Alternative
About Drug Rehab [Highlight HEALTH Web Directory]
2008-04-16 19:04:00 AboutDrug Rehab features information and resources on drug rehab, offering no-cost help for drug, gambling and sexual addiction. Learn about drug rehab methodologies and philosophies. AboutDrugRehab also provides guidance to find drug rehab programs. Additional website resources can be found in the Addiction & Recovery category of the Highlight HEALTH Web Directory . More About: Health , Drug Rehab
R.B. Health & Safety Solutions [Highlight HEALTH Web Directory]
2008-04-11 23:16:00 R.B. Health & Safety Solutions is your complete provider of health and safety in the workplace for the South of England, offering training courses in health and safety (IOSH and CIEH registered) and first aid (HSE registered) to complete health and safety management packages. R.B. Health & Safety Solutions also offers health and safety consulting, fire risk assessment, and fire extinguisher servicing and training. Additional website resources can be found in the Services category of the Highlight HEALTH Web Directory .
The Last Lecture - How to Live Your Childhood Dreams [Highlight HEALTH]
2008-04-10 19:48:00 Nightline aired The Last Lecture: A Love Story For Your Life last night on ABC. For those who may have missed it, Randy Pausch, a Carnegie Mellon Computer Science Professor, was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer in 2006. Less than a year later, the cancer metastasized to his liver and spleen, and he was given six ... More About: Health , Dreams , Childhood , Live , Highlight
The Last Lecture - How to Live Your Childhood Dreams [Highlight HEALTH]
2008-04-10 19:48:00 Nightline aired The Last Lecture: A Love Story For Your Life last night on ABC. For those who may have missed it, Randy Pausch, a Carnegie Mellon Computer Science Professor, was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer in 2006. Less than a year later, the cancer metastasized to his liver and spleen, and he was given six ... More About: Health , Dreams , Childhood , Live , Highlight
Pancreatic Cancer Action Network [Highlight HEALTH Web Directory]
2008-04-10 19:22:00 The Pancreatic Cancer Action Network is the first national patient advocacy organization for the pancreatic cancer community. PanCAN works to focus national attention on the need to find a cure for pancreatic cancer. We provide public and professional education embracing the urgent need for more research, effective treatments, prevention programs and early detection methods. PanCAN also funds research grants for pancreatic cancer, as well as providing patient services. Additional website resources can be found in the Non-profit category of the Highlight HEALTH Web Directory . More About: Health
Cancer Therapy - BioOncology [Highlight HEALTH Web Directory]
More articles from this author:2008-04-02 23:43:00 Information on apoptosis, also known as programmed cell death - a key process in cancer development and progression. Additional website resources can be found in the Cancer Therapy category of the Highlight HEALTH Web Directory . More About: Health 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 |
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