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Group Claims Airport Scanner Risks Hidden Friday, July 1, 2011 @ 10:11AMAirport full body scanners have prompted controversy over privacy issues. Now, Healthland Time reports that a new debate is emerging concerning a so-called “cancer cluster” in airport security workers in Boston, according to Transportation Security Administration (TSA) union representatives. It seems that the Electronic Privacy Information Center (EPIC) was able to obtain documents from the ...
Janine di Giovanni: 'I was not as unbroken as I thought' Sunday, June 26, 2011 @ 6:20AMWar correspondent Janine di Giovanni saw death and trauma on a scale unimaginable to most of us. She thought she was immune to fear. But, as her compelling memoir reveals, when she and her husband finally put war behind them to start a family, the past came back to shatter their lives… Bruno and I arrived in Paris in rainy January, the first week of the new year, shuffling our feet like little ...
MWL notes: Lotzkar learns from injury Thursday, June 23, 2011 @ 9:23AMDayton's Kyle Lotzkar zeroed in to get the sign from his catcher as he faced one of the toughest hitters in the Midwest League in 2008, Quad Cities' Brett Wallace. He threw a breaking ball, then walked off the mound.
Sponsored by Thursday, June 9, 2011 @ 5:02PMA 15-year-old cancer sufferer has thanked people around the world for helping to fulfil her 'bucket list' of things she wants to do before she dies.
'Bucket list' girl's wishes granted Thursday, June 9, 2011 @ 10:10AMA 15-year-old cancer sufferer has thanked people around the world for helping to fulfil her 'bucket list' of things she wants to do before she dies. Related Stories Man freed after Peru prison ordeal MP arrested in sex assault probe Man died after hospital restraint Serial killer Tobin 'in denial' Police criticised for patient death
Brave girl, 15, pens bucket list' of things she wants to do before she dies of cancer Thursday, June 9, 2011 @ 3:47AMAlice Pyne, 15, from Ulverston, Cumbria, suffers Hodgkin's Lymphoma and has created a website to update followers about her progress.
Sports digest Monday, June 6, 2011 @ 6:52PMA round-up of today's other stories in brief
COLLEGE SPORTS: SU's Christian D'Annibale overcomes injuries to become Div. II All-American in javelin Sunday, June 5, 2011 @ 12:35AMChristian D'Annibale can barely grip his javelin. The Shippensburg University graduate student is down to his last throw of the preliminary round at the 2011 NCAA Division II Track & Field Championships -- his last chance to medal as a student-athlete and his last chance to become an All-American.
England v Sri Lanka: first Test live Saturday, May 28, 2011 @ 5:34AMFollow Alan Tyers' live over-by-over commentary of the second day in Cardiff, as England seek early wickets.
Inotuzumab ozogamicin achieves over 50% response rate against acute lymphoblastic leukemia Tuesday, May 24, 2011 @ 12:16AMAn antibody packaged with a potent chemotherapy drug to selectively destroy acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) cells eradicated or greatly reduced the disease for 61 percent of 46 patients in a phase II study. It will be presented at the 47th annual meeting of the American Society of Clinical Oncology in Chicago June 3-7.
Heart Check America closes Denver site after Colorado cites it for improper scans Tuesday, May 10, 2011 @ 2:31AMA company promising "preventive imaging" of the body has apparently shut down in Denver after the state health department cited it for improper CT scans and ordered it to cease the tests.
Hospital Fulfills Costa Rican's Dream Thursday, May 5, 2011 @ 1:38PMForty-year-old Margoth Vega was in a childhood accident in her homeland of Costa Rica when she was only three years old. She was playing in a wheelbarrow with her brothers, but toppled out of it. It was a serious injury that went ignored for weeks, until she got a high fever.
More Recalls in Tomato Salmonella Scare Thursday, May 5, 2011 @ 9:38AMTomatoes have been making headlines again for a Salmonella scare that is driving a number of recalls. This time, both the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) and the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) have issued announcements about separate recalls involving potentially Salmonella-contaminated grape tomatoes. Contamination with the Salmonella ...
2,700-Year-Old Mummy Helping Solve Crimes in Vermont Tuesday, April 26, 2011 @ 9:21AMA childhood fascination with archaeology and a chance encounter with a 2,700-year-old Egyptian mummy are helping Vermont doctors and law enforcement officials find truth in some of the most challenging of modern-day crimes: the unexplained deaths of young children.
Mummy Scan Solves Crimes Tuesday, April 26, 2011 @ 9:21AMBURLINGTON, Vermont – A childhood fascination with archaeology and a chance encounter with a 2,700-year-old Egyptian mummy are helping Vermont doctors and law enforcement officials find truth in some of the most challenging of modern-day crimes: the unexplained deaths of young children.
Evolving Customer Requirements Promote Technological Innovation in European Women's Healthcare Imaging Markets, Says ... Wednesday, March 23, 2011 @ 5:23AMLONDON--(Marketwire - March 23, 2011) - The markets for women's health imaging have been characterised by rapid technological change, frequent product introductions and evolving customer requirements. The success of vendors will depend on their ability to enhance existing products and successfully develop novel offerings that meet changing customer demands and gain market acceptance.
Evolving Customer Requirements Promote Technological Innovation in European Women's Healthcare Imaging Markets, Says ... Wednesday, March 23, 2011 @ 5:12AMLONDON--(Marketwire - 03/23/11) - The markets for women's health imaging have been characterised by rapid technological change, frequent product introductions and evolving customer requirements. The success of vendors will depend on their ability to enhance existing products and successfully develop novel offerings that meet changing customer demands and gain market acceptance. New analysis from ...
Q&A: Radiation oncologist downplays Japanese health risk Monday, March 21, 2011 @ 1:09AMWith concern growing about the potential health risks from radiation being released by the Fukushima nuclear reactors in Japan, University of Texas M.D. Anderson Cancer Center radiation oncologist Dr. James Cox spoke with Chronicle medical writer Todd Ackerman last week about the dangers associated with the potent force.
Airport Backscatter X-Ray Scanners Continue to Raise Safety Questions Thursday, March 17, 2011 @ 1:38PMThe Transportation Safety Administration (TSA) is taking another look at the radiation levels emitted from some of its new airport full-body scanners after tests found some devices were emitting radiation that was 10 times higher than normal. Though it will be retesting about 247 backscatter X-ray scanners deployed at airports around the country, [...]
Frustration, confusion reign in nuclear crisis Wednesday, March 16, 2011 @ 8:24AMJapan residents seek answers as emergency response slowed by radiation spike; Crisis "effectively four" Three Mile Islands, expert says
Q&A: The dangers of the nuclear crisis Tuesday, March 15, 2011 @ 10:47PMExperts say three factors determine whether a blast of radiation will be harmless, debilitating or lethal: the intensity of exposure, its duration and access to treatment.
Radiation poses only slight risk to nervous Tokyo Tuesday, March 15, 2011 @ 8:07PMCHICAGO (Reuters) - Dozens of workers battling to control radiation at Japan's stricken reactors face a far greater risk of developing cancer than normal, but Tokyo residents are within the safe range for exposure, U.S. nuclear experts said.
Salmonella Prompts Vitalabs to Recall Whey Protein Isolate Monday, March 14, 2011 @ 4:08PMVitalabs, Inc. of Jonesboro, Georgia is initiating a large recall of its Whey-26 Protein Powder over concerns that the defective product is contaminated with the dangerous, sometimes deadly, Salmonella pathogen, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) just announced. Four specific lot numbers of Whey-26 Protein Powder have been recalled, as well as large number of [...]
Another Tea Recall Issued for Salmonella Wednesday, March 9, 2011 @ 2:53PMIn response to a recent tea recall of thousands of pounds of Peppermint Organic Herbal Tea produced by Aromatics Inc., of Basin City, Washington, RemedyTeas just issued a recall of 20 pounds of tea, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced. Earlier this week, we wrote that Teavana Corporation issued a product recall of 2,659 [...]
Salmonella Prompts Recall of Jones Natural Chews Co. Pig Ears Wednesday, March 9, 2011 @ 12:08PMThousands of boxes of Jones Natural Chews Company Pig Ears are being recalled over potential contamination with the dangerous, and sometimes deadly, Salmonella bacteria, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) just announced. Jones Natural Chews Co. is located in Rockford, Illinois. The recall was the result of a routine sampling program by the Washington State [...]
Salmonella Risk Prompts Herbal Tea Recall Tuesday, March 8, 2011 @ 4:08PMTeavana Corporation just issued a product recall of 2,659 lbs of Peppermint Organic Herbal Tea produced by Aromatics Inc., of Basin City, Washington, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced. The recalled product has the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella, a dangerous, potentially fatal, foodborne pathogen. Aromatics Inc. exclusively produces and distributes Teavana’s [...]
Philips Shows New Approach and Advances in Clinical Collaboration at European Congress of Radiology 2011, to Drive ... Friday, March 4, 2011 @ 3:17PMVIENNA , March 4, 2011 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- - Philips' Imaging 2.0 Concept Brings Together a Host of New Technology Introductions and Greater Partnership With Radiologists in Mind At the European Congress of Radiology (ECR) 2011, Royal Philips Electronics (NYSE: PHG, AEX: PHI) is ushering in a new era in radiology science with Imaging 2.0, a concept fueled by integration of technology ...
Philips Shows New Approach and Advances in Clinical Collaboration at European Congress of Radiology 2011, to Drive ... Friday, March 4, 2011 @ 10:31AMVIENNA, March 4, 2011 /PRNewswire/ At the European Congress of Radiology (ECR) 2011, Royal Philips Electronics is ushering in a new era in radiology science with Imaging 2.0, a concept fueled by integration of technology, clinician and …
Philips Shows New Approach and Advances in Clinical Collaboration at European Congress of Radiology 2011, to Drive ... Friday, March 4, 2011 @ 10:30AMVienna (ots/PRNewswire) - At the European Congress of Radiology (ECR) 2011, Royal Philips Electronics is ushering in a new era in radiology science wi
Philips Shows New Approach and Advances in Clinical Collaboration at European Congress of Radiology 2011, to Drive ... Friday, March 4, 2011 @ 10:26AMVienna (ots/PRNewswire) - At the European Congress of Radiology (ECR) 2011, Royal Philips Electronics is ushering in a new era in radiology science with Imaging 2.0, a concept fueled by integration of technology, clinician and patient. ...
Philips Shows New Approach and Advances in Clinical Collaboration at European Congress of Radiology 2011, to Drive ... Friday, March 4, 2011 @ 10:19AM-
News in Brief: Body & Brain Thursday, March 3, 2011 @ 3:39PMIbuprofen may help fend off Parkinson’s, plus bone boosters and smokers’ brains in this week’s news
BioRay Dietary Supplements Not Proven Safe or Effective Thursday, March 3, 2011 @ 9:08AMWith no medical or pharmacy degrees and no compelling scientific data, BioRay’s owners—Timothy and Stephanie Ray—tout their dietary supplements as being able to help with sexual problems, allergies, speech delays, weight issues, even liver and autism problems; virtually any health malady, said The LA Times. Not only does BioRay not provide scientific evidence to back its [...]
Newest Coyote crucial for final stretch Thursday, March 3, 2011 @ 12:55AMGLENDALE -- As defenseman Rostislav Klesla moves forward with the Coyotes, his role will continue to evolve, and he is expected to play critical minutes during the final month of the season.
Stevens-Johnson Syndrome Follows Teen’s Use of Eye Drops Wednesday, March 2, 2011 @ 11:23AMA 19-year-old girl in the United Kingdom required weeks of intensive care treatment and is looking at months of follow-up treatment following a dangerous drug reaction called Stevens-Johnson syndrome after using Optrex eye drops. According to the Voice Online, Marian Adejokun’s body was covered in blisters very soon after using what was described as a [...]
Full-Body X-Rays of Infants at Brooklyn Hospital Prompts Investigation Monday, February 28, 2011 @ 12:40PMA Brooklyn, New York hospital is under scrutiny for performing full-body X-rays of infants up until 2007. According to The New York Times, such X-rays, known as “babygrams” occurred at the State University of New York (SUNY) Downstate Medical Center. The use of such X-rays on infants was discredited long ago because [...]
Botulism Risk Prompts Fish Recall Friday, February 25, 2011 @ 9:40AMPacific American Fish Co, Inc. of Vernon, California is recalling certain Shishamo Roe Capelin fish over fears of Clostridium botulinum contamination, also known as botulism, which can cause serious foodborne illness, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced. The Recalled Fish is SHI306 Shishamo 4L 5PC (23-28G) Wild, Pack 4/20TR, Lots 202885-2 and 201011-3, [...]
Medical Mysteries: A Teen's Swollen Ankle Monday, February 21, 2011 @ 9:55AMShortly after Thanksgiving 2009, 14-year-old old Abby Picard began complaining that her right ankle hurt. Her parents brushed it off, believing her discomfort was the result of her fondness for fashionable thin-soled sneakers and an extremely heavy backpack. "We thought nothing of it," recalled h...
Cayetano, Anlene provide one-two punch against osteoporosis Wednesday, February 16, 2011 @ 5:11AMA LOT of people think that osteoporosis is a disease exclusive to old people. Unfortunately, the truth is that people as young as 25 can get the disease, most especially in women. Osteoporosis is a medical condition where the bone loses its density, becomes brittle, fragile and prone to fractures. While human bones are living tissues that naturally undergo a constant breakdown and renewal ...
Alex Burrows limps back into Canucks' lineup Tuesday, February 15, 2011 @ 8:14AMAlex Burrows intended all along to play Monday night. His bruised foot wasn't so sure.
The pain paradox Wednesday, February 2, 2011 @ 2:19PMSome people have constant pain. But the reasons why are not always so obvious.
Blogs Last updated: February 2, 14:57 Wednesday, February 2, 2011 @ 1:06PMJason English will make his first 24-hour race appearance of the 2011 season after wining the 2010 solo World Championship. He'll be on the start line for the JetBlack 24-hour race at the Del Rio Riverside Resort at Wiseman's Ferry on February 5-6 in Australia.
Bone marrow transplant from America saves Lauren Wednesday, February 2, 2011 @ 4:44AMLAUREN Gladden has plenty to smile about these days, and its all thanks to an anonymous American.
The importance of ultrasound Tuesday, February 1, 2011 @ 6:41PMUltrasound has now become an integral part of medical practice.
Blogs Last updated: January 27, 18:34 Tuesday, February 1, 2011 @ 9:51AMIn July of 2010, British mountain biker Dan Atherton sustained a terrifying injury. A crash, in which he landed on his head at his own dirt jumps in North Wales, resulted in a break of the C1 disc in his neck - a life threatening injury.
Beyond the bullet: Surviving a shot to the head carries host of challenges Friday, January 28, 2011 @ 1:26PMThe spectral images, reproduced in neurosurgery journals and textbooks, could be captioned "Beauty and the Beast." Captured by X-ray and CT scan, the human brain is pierced by a bullet, nail, pool cue or chunk of razor-sharp debris. The intruding object has ripped a jagged vortex of destruction through the brain's gelatinous lobes and forged an even wider path of quivering shock.
Newport News allergists offer safer, quicker diagnoses for sinus, hearing problems Monday, January 24, 2011 @ 7:45PMHearing loss? Chronic sinus infection? Deviated septum? There's a new diagnostic tool in town: The Xoran MiniCAT scanner.
Packers 21, Bears 14; Super Bowl Frenzy Begins Sunday, January 23, 2011 @ 12:02AMThe Packers will go to their 5th Super Bowl. Next game: February 6th at Super Bowl XLV Packers Gameday at 3:00 p.m. on Newsradio 620 WTMJ with coverage on Live at 5 and 10 on TODAY'S TMJ4 and Super Bowl Frenzy coverage online here.
Super Bowl Frenzy: Packers 21, Bears 14 Sunday, January 23, 2011 @ 12:02AMThe Packers will go to their 5th Super Bowl. Next game: February 6th at Super Bowl XLV vs. Pittsburgh Packers Gameday at 3:00 p.m. on 620WTMJ with coverage on Live at 10 on TODAY'S TMJ4 and Super Bowl Frenzy coverage online here
Infection fells Olympic hopeful van Knotsenburt Wednesday, January 19, 2011 @ 1:58AMIn mid-October, national team rower Steve van Knotsenburg began feeling unusual pains in his back, but doctors were unable to diagnose what was wrong. The 28-year-old Beamsville native competed through the pain in November, rowing in Canada's four at the world championships in New Zealand.[...]