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Released: 8-Feb-2008 1:00 PM EST
Spring is High Season for Power Lawn-Mower Injuries
Johns Hopkins Medicine

With spring around the corner, it will soon be time to trim the lawn, but spring also marks the onset of what Johns Hopkins Children's Center specialists call lawnmower injury season. Lawnmowers can cause devastating injuries in children and are the leading cause of amputations in teens, Hopkins Children's experts warn.

Released: 8-Feb-2008 1:00 PM EST
Spring Break: Study Finds UV Rays Damage Rare DNA Shapes
Ohio Supercomputer Center (OSC)

Sun-lovers headed to Spring Break will be pleased to know that Ohio State University scientists are making progress towards understanding why certain DNA sites are much more susceptible to UV damage than others; they've found that the structure or shape of a skin's DNA molecule at the time it absorbs UV light determines whether or not the DNA will be damaged.

Released: 8-Feb-2008 1:00 PM EST
‘March Madness’ Gambling Brackets Not Always Harmless
Central Michigan University

When the 2008 NCAA men's basketball tournament begins, people will frantically be checking scores and updating the status of their tournament brackets. Central Michigan University faculty member Tim Otteman, an internationally quoted authority on sports-related gambling, is available to discuss sports gambling trends, particularly as they relate to so-called "March Madness."

Released: 8-Feb-2008 1:00 PM EST
Management of Metastatic Kidney Disease
UroToday

Review of several talks on IL-2/Bevacizumab, TKI therapy, Systemic Therapy Sequences and Combinations that make Sense.

Released: 8-Feb-2008 1:00 PM EST
Kidney Cancer: A Critical Appraisal and a Look Forward
UroToday

Cora N. Sternberg, MD, FACP, presented "Renal Cell Carcinoma: A Critical Appraisal and a Look Forward" at the 29th Congress of the Societe International d'Urologie (SIU) - Optimizing Clinical Outcomes in Prostate and Renal Cell Carcinomas - The Second Annual Symposium on Advanced GU Malignancy.

Released: 8-Feb-2008 1:00 PM EST
Poison Prevention and Treatment Tips
American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP)

The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) has some important tips to help keep children safe against poison contact or ingestion. Please feel free to excerpt these tips or use them in their entirety for any print or broadcast story, with acknowledgement of source.

Released: 8-Feb-2008 1:00 PM EST
College Students’ Predictable Drinking Habits Can Lead to Prevention
University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston

Thousands of college students will flock to beaches and other vacation sites this spring to have fun...and drink. Researchers have tips on how to keep them safe.

Released: 8-Feb-2008 1:00 PM EST
A Case Report of Adverse Reaction to Sorafenib During Treatment for Kidney Cancer
UroToday

Reports apparent ischemic changes and impaired healing of an ileostomy in a patient being treated with sorafenib.

Released: 8-Feb-2008 1:00 PM EST
A Spring Break That's Truly Wild
National Wildlife Federation (NWF)

This year, instead of partying on a beach somewhere, more than 300 students from 17 colleges across the U.S. will spend their Spring Break restoring wildlife habitat damaged by Hurricane Katrina. These young volunteers will descend on Louisiana to plant trees, remove invasive species, and build nesting boxes for birds"”all while gaining an appreciation for one of the nation's most productive ecosystems.

Released: 8-Feb-2008 1:00 PM EST
Looking to Spring Flowers for Climate Change Clues
National Center for Atmospheric Research (NCAR)

A nationwide initiative starting this month will enable volunteers to track climate change by observing the timing of flowers and foliage.

Released: 8-Feb-2008 1:00 PM EST
Studies Show Latino Gay/Lesbian Couples Adopt At Highest Rate Among Gay Couples
Alliant International University

Recent studies showing that Latino gay and lesbian couples have higher adoption rates than other same-sex couples, a truth mirrored in Spanish-speaking Telenovelas (TV soap operas) including Barreras de Amor" (The Barriers of Love), and "Amar Sin Limites" (To Love Without Limits).

Released: 8-Feb-2008 1:00 PM EST
Scientific Holiday Celebrates Evolution in Action
NIH, National Institute of General Medical Sciences (NIGMS)

On February 12, groups worldwide will celebrate the birthday of Charles Darwin, the scientist who documented evolution through natural selection nearly 150 years ago. Today, Darwin's groundbreaking work on the origin of species forms the basis of modern evolutionary biology and is at the heart of biomedical research.

Released: 8-Feb-2008 1:00 PM EST
Students Spring for an Alternative College Getaway
University of California San Diego

A lot of students travel to exotic destinations during their spring break to get away from the stress of college, but many students at the University of California, San Diego spend their spring vacations providing humanitarian services to the Third World through the Alternative Breaks program.

Released: 23-Apr-2007 2:55 PM EDT
Use Caution When Treating Seasonal Allergies
University of the Sciences

Allergy season is here, and over-the-counter allergy medications are flying off the shelves. But did you know that mixing certain allergy medications with other medicines can have hazardous effects on your health?

Released: 16-Apr-2007 4:40 PM EDT
Spring Cleaning Brings Hazards
Washington University in St. Louis

Spring cleaning brings potential hazards. People use them every day, but if common cleaners and pesticides are stored or applied incorrectly, they can have fatal consequences, say experts in environmental safety and emergency medicine at Washington University in St. Louis.

Released: 9-Apr-2007 2:10 PM EDT
Power Lawn Mower Injuries Crop Up with Change of Season
Johns Hopkins Medicine

Spring is here, the sky is blue, the grass is green and it's time to give that lawn a trim. But beware: Lawn mower injuries are a seasonal threat to children and the leading cause of amputations in adolescents, say specialists from the Johns Hopkins Children's Center, Maryland's designated pediatric trauma center where the most severe injuries are treated.

Released: 20-Mar-2007 5:00 AM EDT
Spring's Arrival Brings Nature's Thieves and Parasites
University of Massachusetts Amherst

The first day of spring is Wednesday, March 21 and Mother Nature is kicking things into high gear. Soon, pollinating insects will be cruising for nectar and mother ticks will lay roughly 3,000 eggs apiece in the leaf litter of Northeastern forests.

Released: 5-Mar-2007 8:00 AM EST
Start Eating Green for Your Health This St. Patrick’s Day
Michigan Medicine - University of Michigan

This St. Patrick's Day, try adding a new "green" tradition: more green foods to your diet. From broccoli to kiwifruit, green foods can pack a healthy punch by increasing your daily intake of vitamins and fibers to help to lower cholesterol, strengthen bones, and improve heart health and digestion.

Released: 28-Feb-2007 4:00 PM EST
Weather Forecasts Spring Pollen Allergy Severity
American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI)

The arrival of spring brings fragrant, blooming trees and lush green grasses "“ and sneezing and wheezing for millions of people with pollen allergy. The big question for allergy sufferers is, how bad will it be?

Released: 26-Feb-2007 9:00 AM EST
Hit the Slopes but Not Your Head This March Break
Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR)

In 2003-2004, 16,811 Canadians were admitted to hospitals due to traumatic head injuries, 45% of those were caused by falls. Several CIHR experts available to comment on helmets and the prevention of head injuries.

Released: 21-Feb-2007 11:05 AM EST
Experts Available to Speak on St. Patrick’s Life, Leprechaun Lore, Celtic Music and Genealogy
Texas Tech University

From discussing Celtic music and legendary Irish creatures to searching Irish genealogy and factual biographical information on St. Patrick, Texas Tech University experts can answer your questions about the Emerald Isle.

Released: 20-Feb-2007 11:00 AM EST
NASW Celebrates National Professional Social Work Month in March 2007
National Association of Social Workers (NASW)

The National Association of Social Workers proudly announces National Social Work Month. This year's theme - Hope and Health: Help Starts Here - highlights the important role of health social workers in the well-being of their clients.

Released: 20-Feb-2007 11:00 AM EST
A Wedding Gift that Helps Save Lives
Dana-Farber Cancer Institute

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is offering wedding party favors that help fight cancer. Couples getting married can honor their guests by making a donation to Dana-Farber's Jimmy Fund, which supports adult and pediatric cancer care and research. The donation will be noted on table cards or scrolls, which can be placed on tables at the wedding reception.

Released: 20-Feb-2007 11:00 AM EST
Spring is Time for Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD) Awareness
American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO)

Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is the leading cause of visual impairment and blindness in Americans older than 50, affecting more than two million people. The American Academy of Ophthalmology wants to remind people that although AMD is incurable, there are new treatments that can usually recover lost vision and prevent further vision loss from the disease.

Released: 20-Feb-2007 11:00 AM EST
Researcher Studies Benefits of Reminiscing About Laughter
Appalachian State University

Couples who laugh together and intentionally reminisce about that shared experience are likely more satisfied with their relationship.

Released: 20-Feb-2007 11:00 AM EST
Allergies Not Just for Children Anymore
University of Mississippi Medical Center

Allergy is much more than just hay fever. It occurs when the body develops an abnormal activation of the immune system - called IgE - to what would otherwise be harmless substances, such as pollen, animal dander, mold, food, medication or even insect stings. For some people, their immune response overreacts by producing IgE to these substances, causing the illnesses from which they suffer.

Released: 20-Feb-2007 11:00 AM EST
Chemists Celebrate Earth Day: “Recycling – Chemistry Can!”
American Chemical Society (ACS)

Students across the country are invited to participate in two nationwide contests in observance of Earth Day, April 22. The contests are sponsored by the world's largest scientific society, the American Chemical Society.

Released: 20-Feb-2007 11:00 AM EST
AAN Experts Available to Speak on Brain Injury, Sleep Awareness, MS
American Academy of Neurology (AAN)

The American Academy of Neurology has experts available to speak to the following March events: National Brain Injury Awareness Month, National Sleep Awareness Week, and National Multiple Sclerosis Month.

Released: 20-Feb-2007 11:00 AM EST
Foot Pain Ruining Your Golf Swing?
American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons

Experts with the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons (ACFAS) say these are the three areas of your feet most likely to cause pain that can ruin your golf swing.

Released: 20-Feb-2007 11:00 AM EST
UTEP Experts Available on Spring Topics
University of Texas at El Paso

University of Texas at El Paso faculty and staff are available to comment on a variety of spring-related topics.

Released: 20-Feb-2007 11:00 AM EST
Professor Available for Comment on Fatherhood, Media Representations of Fatherhood
Halstead Communications

Janice Kelly, professor of communications at Marymount Manhattan College and author of the study "Comparison Between Television and Real Fathers and Children Involvement," is available for comment on fatherhood, family, and media portrayal of both.

Released: 20-Feb-2007 11:00 AM EST
Experts Can Comment on Spring Break, Allergies, Taxes and Spring Special Events
Central Michigan University

Experts from Central Michigan University are available to comment on spring-related topics, including spring break safety (alcohol, sexual assault), spring allergies, tax season, Brain Awareness Week (3/12-18), National Autism Awareness Month (April) and National Charter Schools Week (4/30-5/6).

Released: 20-Feb-2007 11:00 AM EST
Staff of Career Planning & Resources Office Avail. for Comment on Student Job Searches, Outlook
Halstead Communications

With commencement looming, college seniors are already looking for entry-level jobs and internships. Julie Boone Elliott, director, and Gretchen Maldonado, assistant director of Career Planning & Resources at Scripps College in Claremont, Calif., the women's college of the Claremont Colleges, are available for comment on the general outlook of students as they gear up for the job search and the difficult transition between college and "the real world."

Released: 20-Feb-2007 11:00 AM EST
AAP 2007 Poison Prevention and Treatment Tips
American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP)

Each year, approximately 2.4 million people "“ more than half under age 6 "“ swallow or have contact with a poisonous substance. As poison prevention, and appropriate, immediate treatment to poison contact or ingestion, are critical to keeping your child safe, the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) has some important tips.

Released: 20-Feb-2007 11:00 AM EST
Sports Training: How Much Is Too Much for a Child?
Boston Children's Hospital

Kids are starting sports earlier and training harder. Incentives to win are growing, sometimes literally; we've all seen trophies almost bigger than the little athletes who've won them!

Released: 20-Feb-2007 11:00 AM EST
Proper Deck Installation a Must for Safety
USDA Forest Service, Forest Products Laboratory

Researchers provide useful tips on how to properly install a deck to ensure the safety of its users.

Released: 20-Feb-2007 11:00 AM EST
Not Just Your Average Lumber: Considering Alternative Materials for Deck Construction
USDA Forest Service, Forest Products Laboratory

Researchers discuss the pros, cons, and future trends of using tropical wood species and woodfiber-plastic composite lumber for deck construction.

Released: 20-Feb-2007 11:00 AM EST
Springtime Means Deck Maintenance for Many Homeowners
USDA Forest Service, Forest Products Laboratory

Expert advice on cleaning and refinishing your wood deck.

Released: 20-Feb-2007 11:00 AM EST
Women’s Health Takes the Spotlight in May
Society for Women's Health Research (SWHR)

The 7th Annual National Women's Health Week will be celebrated May 13-19 this year. It is an opportunity to raise awareness about steps women can take to improve their health. Women often put their health behind the health of their children, spouses and other family members. This week encourages women to be mindful of their health as well.

Released: 20-Feb-2007 11:00 AM EST
Tick Talk
Thompson Rivers University

A not-so-welcome harbinger of spring, ticks rank with leeches as one of the least desirable animals to discover attached to any body. But not to worry: most aren't that dangerous for humans, says Thompson Rivers University biologist Rob Higgins, who has some advice for people going out on the trail during tick season.

Released: 20-Feb-2007 11:00 AM EST
Real-time Map of Infectious Outbreaks Briefs Disease Trackers, International Travelers
Boston Children's Hospital

Need to know where avian flu, salmonella or dengue fever been popping up? A quick view of HEALTHmap shows you where more than 50 diseases have been reported around the world, who is reporting and how "hot" an outbreak is based on the number of reports. Drill down by content and city or narrow by disease and read what has been reported in the last 30 days.

Released: 9-Aug-2006 5:15 PM EDT
Genetic Snooze Button Governs Timing of Spring Flowers
University of Wisconsin–Madison

In the long, dark days of winter, gardeners are known to count the days until spring. Now, scientists have learned, some plants do exactly the same thing.

Released: 8-May-2006 2:45 PM EDT
15 Great Films about Mom for Mother's Day
University of Maryland, College Park

Moms make great subjects for movie makers - just ask Maryland Associate Professor of Family Studies Susan Walker. She's come up with her list of 15 great movies about Mom - just in time for Mother's Day.

Released: 4-May-2006 12:00 AM EDT
Don't Let Your Child Over-Do It This Sports Season
Baylor Scott and White Health

With spring sports season upon us, many parents will not only stock up on sports equipment, but ice packs, heating pads and muscle creams as well to soothe aches and pains in their little athletes. Sports injuries in young children are prevalent this time of year, usually from the overuse of their muscles and joints.

Released: 3-May-2006 4:15 PM EDT
Living Well: Health and Wellness Tips
Indiana University

Living Well for May talks with gardening and fitness experts about gardening in tight spaces and enjoying vacations without sabotaging fitness efforts.

Released: 2-May-2006 5:10 PM EDT
Mother's Day Feature: Mother's Love Helps Graduate Succeed Despite Odds
New York City College of Technology

It's not unusual for students graduating from college to thank their parents, particularly their mothers, for being there for them during the years spent toiling for their degrees. But in Aillen Aponte's case, maternal devotion reached extraordinary heights, as her mother dedicated her life to caring for Aillen, who was born with cerebral palsy and wheelchair-bound.

Released: 1-May-2006 8:00 AM EDT
Tips on How to Walk Your Way to Better Health
Michigan Medicine - University of Michigan

Getting healthy doesn't need to be hard. It may only require a few simple steps. An expert at the U-M Health System offers some tips for starting and maintaining a regular walking program this spring and summer that can improve cardiovascular fitness levels and even help you lose weight.

Released: 19-Apr-2006 5:50 PM EDT
You Don' t Have to Be Young to Be Green
Hamilton College

A strong interest in integrating green design into its 200-year-old campus has led Hamilton College to incorporate environmental sensitivity and sustainable design in its renovation projects. As Earth Day approaches, Hamilton announces that Skenandoa House, an 84-year-old residence hall renovated in 2004, has been awarded a Silver LEED® Certification by the U.S. Green Building Council.

Released: 19-Apr-2006 4:40 PM EDT
Tip Sheet: Earth Day
University of Virginia

To assist in your reporting on Earth Day and the stewardship of our resources, the University of Virginia has experts in a number of fields that bring into focus the widespread concern for and research in protecting our planet from the global challenges that confront us.

17-Apr-2006 1:35 PM EDT
Injuries from Lawn Mowing Increase Nationwide
Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health

Nearly 80,000 Americans require hospital treatment from injuries caused by lawn mowers, according to a new study, which is the first to examine the extent and mechanisms of lawn mower injuries nationwide. The researchers concluded that the number of injuries from lawn mowers is increasing.


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