Glaucoma :: Study probes eye disease and falls
Volunteers for a study on the degenerative eye disease, glaucoma, and its link with falls in older people are being sought by a Queensland University of Technology optometry researcher.
People
Obesity :: Children’s belly fat increases more than 65 percent since 1990s
Abdominal obesity increased more than 65 percent among boys and almost 70 percent among girls between 1988 and 2004. The finding of growing girth is significant because abdominal obesity has emerged as a better predictor of cardiovascular disease and type 2 diabetes risk than the more commonly used Body Mass Index, a weight-to-height ratio that can sometimes be misleading.
Gene :: Novel experiment documents evolution of genome in near-real time
UCSD bioengineers report in the November issue of Nature Genetics rapid evolutionary changes in a bacterial genome, observed in near-real time over a few days. Scientists have previously published static “snapshots” of the genome sequences of more than 100 bacterial species, but this new report shows how these genomes are moving targets.
DNA :: The forensic use of bioinformation – ethical issues
Using bioinformation for forensic purposes, such as DNA sampling and fingerprinting, is now considered a routine part of the crime-solving process. The UK?s National DNA Database is the largest forensic DNA database in the world, containing profiles from over three million individuals.
Health :: Get emergency information quickly and effectively
Public health communications professionals from around the country honored a joint effort by the University of Washington and Public Health – Seattle & King County to prepare public health workers and people in related fields to get emergency information out to the general public quickly and effectively.
Osteoporosis :: Osteoporosis Risk and Nutrition Awareness
IOF survey shows good general knowledge of nutrition and bone health but confusion about vitamin D; half unaware that osteoporosis is more common amongst women than breast cancer
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.
Multiple Sclerosis :: Access to flu vaccinations
The MS Trust is concerned that people with multiple sclerosis MS are not getting access to flu vaccinations.
Cholesterol :: Cocoa Flavanol-Enriched Snack Bars Containing Phytosterols May Lower Total and LDL Cholesterol
In the wake of evidence that indicates sterol esters and plant stanol esters may reduce a person?s risk of coronary heart disease by lowering blood cholesterol levels, researchers at the University of California ? Davis say consuming ?phytosterol-enriched? cocoa-flavored snack bars as part of a balanced diet can help manage cholesterol.
Diet :: Dietitians Help Shoppers Create Fast, Affordable and Healthy Dinners
Billed as a lifesaver for families who crave the comfort of a sit-down dinner but lack the time to prepare it, meal assembly is a hot trend designed to make family meals easier. And with many stores employing, contracting and selling franchises to registered dietitians, customers can dish up knowing nutrition is on the menu.