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- Swine Flu Virus May Not Be the Virulent Type
[Health-and-Fitness:Diseases] The H1N1 flu virus attaches to receptors in the host's nose and throat and causes the virus to spread easily through coughing and sneezing. On the other hand, the H5N1 avian flu virus attaches to receptors in the lungs, also spreading readily among birds, but only in rare instances, this virus infects humans. H1N5 can cause illness, such as pneumonia.
- CDC Public Health Training Network Offers Free Online Continuing Education Courses
[Reference-and-Education:Online-Education] Many schools and organizations offer courses and other activities for continuing education credit. Courses can vary widely in price, location and media. Instead of paying for continuing education courses, health professionals can choose to complete courses online for free through the The Centers for Disease Control (CDC), Public Health Training Network (PHTN), a distance learning network that offers a wide selection of courses.
- Skate4Cancer Skateboarding Tour Strives to Educate Teens About Cancer
[Cancer] In 2004, Rob Dyer, a very resourceful teen from Ontario, Canada, skated nearly 5,000 miles across North America to Canada to help raise funds for cancer research. Skate4Cancer is a marathon that began in Los Angeles on March 3, 2004, and ended 5 months later. Dyer and a group of friends visited hospitals and skateparks to promote Skate4Cancer and to raise awareness of cancer research and funds for the Canadian Cancer Society.
- Cool Weather and Cloudy Skies Do Not Block All Solar Radiation
[Health-and-Fitness] Don't let the clouds and cool weather fool you. We can still receive a moderate level of ultraviolet (UV) rays from the sun. "Clouds are not good absorbers; most of the UVR is reflected back up to the atmosphere. But cloud formations, such as puffy, light cumulous clouds don't do a good job of blocking UVR, so you're likely to receive full sun exposure," says Jim Miller, a senior meteorologist at the National Meteorological Center, National Weather Service (NWS).
- Six Ways to Boost Your Immune System to Help Prevent the Swine Flu
[Health-and-Fitness:Diseases] Everyone's worried about the new strain of swine flu that appears to be spreading. Therefore, this is a good time to strengthen your immune system by practicing the following:
- Stress Eased by Connecting With Wildlife - In This Case - Wild Parrots
[Self-Improvement:Stress-Management] Are you looking for a way to deal with life stressors? Many studies have shown that nature can help you improve your well being and health. It's something you just know when you experience it. It worked for me. I discovered Mitred Conures on Saratoga Sunnyvale Road in Sunnyvale in a flowering Eucalyptus Tree.
- Human Milk Bank Donor Helps Premature and Sick Infants and Children
[Home-and-Family:Babies-Toddler] Lisa donated 250 ounces to the Mother's Milk Bank after having Kyle. "I wish I had known with my first child so I could have helped more babies," says Lisa.
- Exercise and Fitness Routine of Castroneves, Winner of Indy 500
[Recreation-and-Sports:Auto-Racing] People may think race car drivers aren't real athletes, but Helio Castroneves, who won the Indianapolis 500 for the third time on May 24, 2009, must be in excellent physical and mental shape to undergo that grueling race. "We have to be in condition." Castroneves said in an ESPN interview.
- Egyptian Mummies Reveal Details of Diet and Medicine in Ancient Egypt
[Arts-and-Entertainment:Humanities] We have learned much about Egypt from paintings, hieroglyphics and other artifacts. Most importantly, we have learned about the diet and medicine in ancient Egypt by performing tests on mummies with CT scans, MRI, X-rays, and endoscopes.
- Temple Grandin, PhD, Discusses Her Experience With Autism
[Health-and-Fitness:Mental-Health] In a YouTube video entitled "My Experience with Autism," Temple Grandin, Ph.D., professor of Animal Science at Colorado State University, speaks candidly about her experience with autism. Grandin talks about her childhood fraught with tantrums, rocking, and language delay.
- Christian Heart Doctor Uses Rap Music to Reach Teens About Drugs and Violence
[Kids-and-Teens] Rap has a bad rap because it has been blamed for teen drug problems, violence and other antisocial behavior. Some vulnerable young adults exposed to gangsta rap, for example, have allegedly responded by committing violent acts and other crimes. This music genre, in particular, has received criticism from religious leaders and others and remains controversial.
- How Safe Are Our Children From Cigarette Ads in Stores Near Their Schools?
[Kids-and-Teens] Cigarette smoking is responsible for about 1 out of 5 deaths. Cigarette smoking is not only associated with cancer, but also heart disease, high blood pressure, stroke, premature aging, emphysema, and dental disease. Yet, cigarette ads in stores, as well as stores selling cigarettes in proximity to schools, continue to tempt some children to smoke.
- All Cats Have Asperger Syndrome in Silicon Valley
[Book-Reviews:Childrens-Books] A child's 72-page picture book entitled All Cats Have Asperger Syndrome by Kathy Hoopman, compares a cat's behavior with traits of Asperger Syndrome, a type of autism. The adorable color photographs display cat antics that paint a vivid representation of the disorder to help children understand Asperger Syndrome. Readers learn what children with Asperger Syndrome might experience and feel.
- Egg Safety and Nutrition
[Health-and-Fitness:Nutrition] Several agencies have the daunting task of inspecting millions of egg laying hens and eggs before they arrive at grocery store. And then find out how to protect your family from food borne illness caused by eggs by following a few safety tips.
- The Urban Heat Island - Microclimate Warming
[News-and-Society:Environmental] In areas like downtown Sacramento, which has fewer trees than the surrounding communities, the ambient temperature is higher. Structures, such as dark colored rooftops, concrete, and asphalt also contribute to the "heat island effect." The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) describes the heat island effect as "urban and suburban temperatures that are 2 to 10 degrees Fahrenheit hotter than nearby rural areas."
- Photosensitivity - Another Reason For UVA Skin Protection
[Health-and-Fitness:Skin-Care] Patients can react to sensitizers that originate outside or inside the body. Various drugs can cause photosensitivity. Cosmetics or other materials may contain potential photosensitizers that are deposited on the skin or given internally, whereas an immune disorder, such as lupus, can cause an abnormal reaction to the sun that originates inside the body.
- Sunbathing Since the Turn of the Last Century: How Social Norms Influence Behavior
[Health-and-Fitness:Skin-Care] Although people know that sun exposure damages skin, they continue to spend many unprotected hours in the sun. Even the desire to have a healthy lifestyle leads many to engage in outdoor activities, such as swimming, jogging, and bicycling. So what is the solution?
- How to Increase the UPF of a T-Shirt
[Health-and-Fitness:Skin-Care] This article is based on an interview with Kathryn Hatch, Ph.D., on how consumers can make their garments more sun protective.
- Tan Lines: How To Protect Yourself From The Sun When You Won't Or Can't Say "No" To The Outdoors
[Health-and-Fitness:Skin-Care] "If you look at someone who is 16 and compare the skin to someone who is 60, most of the aging is from sun exposure. You can also compare skin that has been exposed to the sun and never exposed. The unexposed skin under clothing appears 20 or 30 years younger." In contrast, dark skin filters sunlight better than white skin. "It is as though dark skin were covered with clothing," says Michael Martin, M.D.
- Treating "Lazy Eye" in Older Children
[Health-and-Fitness:Medicine] Many eye doctors believed until recently that if a child’s vision was impaired because of a “lazy eye,” the condition could not be corrected past the age of six or seven years. However, a study funded by the National Eye Institute, part of the National Institutes of Health, has found that amblyopia or “lazy eye” treatment can be effective in children age seven through 17. In fact, many of the 517 children studied at 49 eye centers showed improvement in their vision.
- Melanin: Aging of the Skin and Skin Cancer
[Cancer:Skin-Cancer] "Ultraviolet (UV) radiation is responsible for 90% of the visible signs of aging on the skin of whites," says Dr. Michael J. Martin, former Assistant Clinical Professor in the Dept. of Epidemiology a...
- Turning Back the Hands of Time
[Health-and-Fitness:Beauty] When you shop for an anti-aging cream at your department store's cosmetic counter or at a drug store, are you confused about the number of choices? Well, you are not alone. In a recent survey conduct...
- Taking Photos While You're Protecting Your Skin
[Health-and-Fitness:Beauty] If you're a shutterbug like me, and you enjoy taking photos outdoors, you will often find yourself in direct sunlight. Other than protecting yourself from the sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat and s...
- The Myths and Facts of Vitamin D and Sun Exposure
[Health-and-Fitness:Supplements] Unverified reports claiming that unprotected, intentional sun exposure is necessary for Vitamin D formation are getting quite a bit of media coverage lately. Yet, dermatologists still advise the pub...
- Measuring Your Shadow
[Reference-and-Education] Have you ever shined a flashlight against a surface in the dark. If you point the flashlight straight toward a wall, for instance, you'd see a small circle of light. But if you slant the flashlight u...
- How to Make Blueprints on Fabric Using the Sun
[Home-and-Family:Crafts-Hobbies] If you're looking for something fun and creative to do this summer, consider blueprinting, an alternative photographic process. But you won't be creating an image for construction. Instead, you'll...
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