In an effort to ensure safety and optimal care following percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI), also known as angioplasty, the Society for Cardiovascular Angiography and Interventions (SCAI) announced today the development of guidance to help hospitals and physicians determine the appropriate length of stay following the procedure.
USC has some of the nation's leaders in research, care and prevention of heart disease.
The National Commission on Adult Literacy will release a report Thursday on the crisis and solutions for adult education and workforce preparation. Commission member Sharon Darling -- who is president & founder of the National Center for Family Literacy -- is available for interviews.
Tim Russert's tragic death reminds us how vulnerable we are to heart disease. However, each of us has the power to increase our chances of winning our battles. Northwest Hospital's new Cardiac Rehab Program makes it easy for individuals to get help in one place with stimulating do-able plans.
Many Americans believe that July 4, 1776, the day that the Declaration of Independence was adopted, was glorious and celebratory, yet the history of that day tells a different story. Central Michigan University history professor Tim Hall is available to comment on the often-misunderstood history of the holiday.
President Bush's call for Congress to end its decades-old ban on offshore oil and gas drilling has highlighted key differences in the big-oil platforms of presumptive Republican and Democratic presidential nominees Barak Obama and John McCain.
Public health expert is available to talk about safety precautions for volunteers and homeowners, as well as the long-term implications of the flood.
Iowa State University faculty and staff members are available to share their insight and expertise on numerous flood-related topics as the devastating Midwest flooding continues this week along the Mississippi River.
Indiana University professors discuss and predict winning swim times at the U.S. Olympic trials later this month, Tibetan history, China's record protecting endangered species, a race start system that can cost athletes meters and medals and sports law.
New technology may prevent vitamin B12 deficient seniors, vegetarians and anemics from needing injections. Pharmaceutical scientists from across the globe present health discoveries at the American Association of Pharmaceutical Scientists' (AAPS) National Biotechnology Conference next week.
One of Australia's leading environmentalists will spearhead a world-class project to help revegetate the Mount Lofty Ranges, to stave off the effects of climate change and halt the loss of bird, animal and plant species.
Rachel Carson: Legacy and Challenge, co-edited by Lisa H. Sideris, assistant professor of religious studies at Indiana University Bloomington, examines the contested influence of Rachel Carson's Silent Spring along with her earlier work, such as The Sea Around Us and The Sense of Wonder.
Cardiologists Judith Hochman and Larry Chinitz from NYU Langone Medical Center are available to discuss the complex issues surrounding sudden cardiac death.
Scientists in Wisconsin have discovered an ingredient that prevents the formation of ice crystals that can spoil the smooth, silky texture of ice cream and other frozen foods. The substance, which acts like an antifreeze, is non-toxic and doesn't change the taste of foods, the researchers say.
Grandiose displays of fireworks, parades, and concerts are hallmarks of celebrating the Fourth of July. According to James Heintze, American University librarian emeritus and author of The Fourth of July Encyclopedia (McFarland, 2007), little has changed since 1776 in terms of how we celebrate America's birthday.
Antiperspirant is an easy way to end your bug bite woes.
From July 4th fireworks to driving, Loyola trauma chief cautions that summer is the deadliest time of the year for teens.
Summer, though a joyous time can be filled with perils. However, there is no need to stay indoors. It just takes a little preparation to get the most out of long summer days while protecting your health.
New fathers don't receive a how-to manual when they hold their little bundle of joy for the first time. The book, "Why Fathers Count: The Importance of Fathers and Their Involvement with Children," provides tips on all stages of parenting, from new fathers to grandfathers.
A new mineral, the first to be discovered inside a particle from a comet, has officially been named in honor of University of Washington astronomer Donald Brownlee.
Rude behavior can make you crazy, but confronting a rude person isn't easy either. Johns Hopkins University's resident civility maven P.M. Forni provides advice in his new book, "The Civility Solution: What to Do When People Are Rude."
Loyola infection-control physician, nurse say simple steps can help reduce your risk of contracting potentially deadly superbug.
There may be a world of difference between Tiger Woods and your average baby boomer, but when Woods plays in this week's U.S. Open, tens of millions of people around the country will relate to one aspect of the golfer's game: his bad knee. "It's part of boomeritis," says Dr. Selene Parekh, assistant professor of orthopedics at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Medicine.
A University of Adelaide researcher will lead an Australian project to help address the world's biggest nutritional deficiency "“ lack of iron.
Moms are most commonly thought to be at risk for postpartum depression. But dads, too, can get the "baby blues". With Father's Day approaching, experts from the Canadian Institutes of Health Research are available to provide insights into the latest research on health issues affecting dads, such as depression, and tips on how dads can enjoy the wonders of fatherhood while protecting their physical and mental health.
Martin Posey, marine biologist at the University of North Carolina Wilmington, is among a handful of scientists working to restore the North Carolina native oyster population, estimated to be 5-10 percent of what it was in the early 1900s.
Southern Crossroads: Perspectives on Religion and Culture brings together interdisciplinary research on the relationship between religion and Southern culture in the areas of food, music, art, vernacular folkways and literature.
June is Seniors' Month. We've heard a lot on research about the downside of aging, but what about the upside? When it comes to aging, it shouldn't all be bad news "“ and it certainly isn't. Researchers now believe the boomer generation might be healthier seniors than previous generations. CIHR researchers are available to speak about research being done about becoming a healthy senior citizen.
After the loss of a grandparent, parent or sibling, children are often sheltered from experiencing the funeral. But, there is no set rule that children need to be left at home to grieve alone or in their own way.
Political scientist Andrew Dowdle has studied presidential nomination campaigns and is available to discuss the vice-presidential selection process.
The author of a book on media bias in women's presidential campaigns is available to discuss the role of the media in Hillary Clinton's bid for the Democratic presidential nomination.
A Kansas State University youth expert says parents need to keep their status as technology immigrants in mind when helping their children -- the technology natives -- deal with issues like cyberbullying.
Two Kansas State University faculty members are working on a project that will survey K-State freshmen this fall about bullying in high school. They said this information could help schools across the state become more effective in preventing and dealing with bullying.
University of Utah law professor Amos Guiora to testify before a Senate Judiciary Committee hearing on "Improving Detainee Policy: Handling Terrorism Detainees within the American Justice System." The hearing begins June 4 at 10:00 a.m. EDT in room 226 of the Senate Dirksen Office Building in Washington, D.C.
CIHR experts discuss air pollution in light of Clean Air Day (June 4).
Susan Bordo, professor of Gender and Women's Studies and English at the University of Kentucky is available for comment on issues raised by the Sex and the City movie phenomenon, including representations of the female body, appearance and beauty and feminism.
From prediction to recovery, Florida State University's experts are among the best in the nation when it comes to the study of hurricanes and their impact on people and property. These experts are available to answer media questions and give perspective to news stories throughout the 2008 hurricane season, which begins June 1 and ends Nov. 30.
CIHR experts discuss smoking in light of World No-Tobacco Day (May 31).
A man runs away from himself to live in a remote cave in the Ozarks. Two women, an elderly widow and a mysterious redhead, try to save him from alcohol and despair. Arkansas novelist Donald Harington mixes these individuals with others, both living and dead, to reveal his newest story of Stay More, Ark.
The convening lead authors of today's landmark government report on climate change impacts in the United States are available for comment.
On Sunday, NASA's Phoenix Mars Lander is slated to touch down on the Red Planet's to searching for signs that water existed there as a liquid. Texas Tech University researcher Hal Karlsson was part of a team that extracted water from Martian meteorites. He can discuss the research, published in the journal Science, and provide insights into the hydration history of Mars.
Carrie, Samantha, Charlotte and Miranda, perhaps some of the best-known characters in recent television history, will move from syndicated reruns to the big screen when "Sex and the City: The Movie" debuts May 30. Film expert Patty Williamson is available to comment regarding the movie and its anticipated impact and popularity.
As the Memorial Day weekend approaches, individuals and families across the U.S. are planning their holiday trips and summer vacations. Central Michigan University economist Philip Thompson is available to comment on how skyrocketing gas prices will affect holiday travel and vacation plans throughout the country this summer.
A Kansas State University instructor and his students tell businesses they can be profitable and environmentally friendly. And then they tell them how to do it.
As China prepares to welcome athletes from around the globe for the Summer Olympics in Beijing, interest in the games and the world's most populous country is reaching new heights.
Indiana University researchers discuss a study involving firefighters' health, iodine deficiencies, and the importance of regular eye exams.
A professor of geosciences arrives in China 40 minutes before killer quake, watching Three Gorges Dam.
China's massive earthquake may have dealt a huge blow to nation's push for more hydro-electric power dams, forcing more reliance on coal, more pollution and more competition for scarce global energy resources, suggests the author of a new book on the politics of China's epic dam-building campaign.
Marriage Equality in California "“ Sources for follow-up stories.
It's a recurrent summer-time scenario in the pediatric emergency room and doctors from Johns Hopkins Children's are sounding the alarm on it: An otherwise healthy infant is brought in by panicked parents after suffering a seizure, which turns out to be caused by drinking too much water.
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