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UCLA chemist provides insights into science icon – Chemistry’s periodic table

The periodic table of chemical elements hangs in front of chemistry classrooms worldwide and is an icon for science. Yet much was unknown about its history — until now. The periodic table reflects deep truths about the elements, said Eric Scerri, a UCLA chemist and author of “The Periodic Table: Its Story and Its Significance.”

Sibling relationships reflect family dynamics

New research on sibling relationships indicates that efforts to improve relationships among siblings need to take into account how all members of the family relate to each other. This study of 200 white, working- and middle-class families found that changes in parent-child relationships are associated with changes in sibling relationships. Among other findings, the study found that sibling discord peaks when the first-born child is about 13 and the second-born is about 10 years old.

Health :: Drama night to show disabled talent

How do the disabled conquer their physical and mental constraints to step on the stage and perform drama, dance and music? Come and see the International Festival of Inclusive Arts’ drama night and you will get the answer.

Chronic Fatigue Syndrome :: Promoting awareness of Chronic Fatigue Syndrome

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) today launched a national public education and awareness campaign on Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS), a weakening and often devastating illness for millions of Americans. The campaign, called “Get Informed. Get Diagnosed. Get Help”, is designed to increase awareness among clinicians and the public, because 80 percent of Americans afflicted with CFS illness may not know they have it.

Diet :: KFC to cook n fry chickens in less harmful trans fat

As of today, KFC Canada will immediately begin to phase in a Canadian-made trans fat free canola cooking oil, and virtually all of the menu items will be zero grams of trans fat when the trans fat free cooking oil conversion is completed in the new year.

Angelina to adopt Indian baby

While the legal battle goes on for the adoption of an African boy by singer Madonna, Hollywood actress Angelina Jolie who will be in India for a month also plans to adopt an Indian baby to add to her growing international brood.

Psychiatry :: First Mani Bhaumik Award to UW Scientist for Insights into Brain’s Neuroplasticity

The Cousins Center for Psychoneuroimmunology at UCLA has named University of Wisconsin’s Richard Davidson as the first recipient of The Mani Bhaumik Award. The award was established earlier this year to support scientists in the international community who advance the understanding of the brain and the conscious mind in healing through visionary research, books and education. Bhaumik, co-inventor of the laser technology that made LASIK surgery possible, has funded the annual $10,000 award.

Baby Care :: Luvs & Mocha Moms offer money saving solutions for parents

Parents are always looking for the best way to provide for their families while spending wisely and discovering great bargains at the same time. Luvs, a trusted name in baby care, understands that sometimes it can be challenging to maintain a budget while still providing the best for our families. So, Luvs has partnered with Mocha Moms Inc. — a national, not-for-profit support group for moms of color who work less than full-time to devote more time to their families — to share tips on finding that happy medium between splurging and saving.

Health :: Ritualistic use of toxic mercury by Voodoo followers

Ritualistic use of toxic mercury by followers of Voodoo and other religions is dangerous but regulating it could drive the practice underground and possibly violate U.S. guarantees of freedom of religion, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency said on Thursday.

Health :: Few Americans eat enough fruits and veggies

Few Americans eat enough of either food, researchers find. Despite the known health benefits of fruits and vegetables, too few Americans are eating the recommended amounts of these foods, a new study finds.