Health Care / 171

Small music venues face final curtain

February 17, 2018

The census also found that one in three small live music venues are experiencing problems with property development and noise complaints. The Scottish government said new planning guidance should help tackle the issue of noise disturbance.

Planned Parenthood files lawsuit to protect Teen Pregnancy Prevention Program

February 17, 2018

District Court in Spokane, alleges. Planned Parenthood of the Heartland and eight other organizations and local governments filed separate lawsuits today against the Trump administration for defunding a teen pregnancy program. Funding was to last until 2020, but the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services announced past year that it would terminate funding this June. According to one of the lawsuits, there's been a significant decrease in numbers of teen pregnancy since the inception of ...

Jimmy Kimmel attacks Donald Trump over response to 'senseless' Florida shooting

February 17, 2018

But according to Szuplat, "there is really only one person who can channel that grief and speak to that grief, and there is only one person who can truly speak for the nation". The administration of President Donald J. Trump, however, inspires little hope of moving in the direction of reform. The budget was issued Monday, before the horrific mass shooting at a South Florida high school.

Stem Cell Vaccine Immunizes Lab Mice Against Multiple Cancers

February 17, 2018

Or, says Stanford University's Joseph Wu , who led the research, the iPSCs could be used as a prophylactic in older people to protect against the possibility of developing cancers. After four weeks, the researchers injected the mice with a mouse breast cancer cell line. While the remaining 30% had significantly smaller tumours.

Kachikwu orders NNPC: Clear fuel queues before Sunday

February 17, 2018

Nigeria's refining system means it is nearly wholly reliant on imports for the 40 million litres per day of gasoline it consumes. And the NNPC has been suffering a lot of setbacks - the highest amount of under-recovery. "I will be instructing NNPC that whatever it takes to ensure that they bring this thing (fuel scarcity) to an end so that we don't have this situation next week, they will have to do it".

Omnicom Group Inc. (NASDAQ:OMC) Expected To Report Earnings On Thursday

February 17, 2018

Omnicom Group Inc . ( OMC ) has the market capitalization of 17.87 Billion. First Eagle Investment Management LLC now owns 15,101,129 shares of the business services provider's stock worth $1,118,541,000 after buying an additional 1,671,452 shares during the last quarter.

Kubica older, wiser and happy to be back in F1

February 17, 2018

We had Force India doing a very good job previous year and beating us in the championship. Although aware that the fight for top positions will be incredibly tough this year - with McLaren and Renault tipped to challenge F1's big three outfits - Lowe says his team has its own bold ambitions.

Tech Giants Lining Up To Bid For NFL Digital Streaming Rights

February 17, 2018

According to Bloomberg , this time around the bidders are throwing out figures in the hundreds of millions for agreements as long as five years. NFL is being assisted in the talks by 21st Century Fox which acquired the TV rights for the league until 2022.

Fathers can pass on ovarian cancer gene to daughters

February 17, 2018

Past studies have revealed that when a woman develops ovarian cancer, her sister has a higher risk of also developing the disease than her mother. "What we have to do next", he adds, "is make sure we have the right gene by sequencing more families". The researchers examined data on pairs of granddaughters and grandmothers using the donor-funded Familial Ovarian Cancer Registry resource, which is based at Roswell Park.

2 more Tennessee children die from flu

February 17, 2018

Hospitalization rates for influenza are at their highest rate in at least 10 years. The CDC reported 63 pediatric fatalities due to influenza this season. "We need to continue to protect ourselves and especially the elderly and those with weaker immune systems in order to help keep both numbers down", Resendes said.

This household chore can damage your lungs

February 17, 2018

But using cleaning products had no effect on men's lungs, research showed. "While the short-term effects of cleaning chemicals on asthma are becoming increasingly well documented, we lack knowledge of the long-term impact", said lead author Cecilie Svanes in a statement .

Is Buying Altria Group Incorporated (NYSE:MO) Here Good Idea?

February 17, 2018

The stock increased 0.20% or $0.11 during the last trading session, reaching $55.16. About 4.65M shares traded. Altria Group (NYSE:MO) last released its earnings results on Thursday, February 1st. Lord Abbett Ltd, New Jersey-based fund reported 300,925 shares. Lombard Odier Asset Mngmt (Switzerland) has 6,619 shares. Jarislowsky Fraser Ltd reported 477,926 shares or 0.18% of all its holdings.

Doctors are mystified by weird 'health attacks' in Cuba

February 17, 2018

Overall, more than 20 people from the USA diplomatic staff in Havana have displayed such symptoms, Smith's group concluded. Many described hearing loud or disconcerting sounds before the onset of symptoms, or pressure sensations in their ears akin to the baffling that occurs in a moving vehicle with the windows cracked open.

Philadelphia Eagles 2017 season grades: Quarterbacks

February 16, 2018

On the second play of the drive, Philadelphia defensive end Brandon Graham busted the New England offensive front and stripped the ball loose from Brady. In the end, that confidence paid off as the Eagles did what so many have failed to do: Topple the Patriots' dynasty. The "best" scenario if Foles stays would be what exactly? From the looks of that image, Jeffery was only about a yard-and-a-half from the line of scrimmage.

Cauvery water dispute verdict: An explanation of the issue

February 16, 2018

The apex court allots 14.75 TMC ft of water more to Karnataka over and above the Tribunal award of 270 TMC ft. While in 2013, the central government had notified the final award the dispute lingered. A three-judge bench comprising Chief Justice Dipak Misra and justices Amitava Roy and A.M. Khanwilkar had reserved the order on 20 September after the matter was heard on a regular basis.

Kohli-led India aim to create history in 5th ODI

February 16, 2018

Watch the sixth ODI between South Africa and India at Centurion from 10.55am, Friday on Sky Sports Cricket. The Proteas skipper also put on 52 runs for the opening wicket with Amla, before giving a simple catch to his counterpart Virat Kohli at mid-off off Bumrah in the tenth over.

Zuma's brother: ANC was 'colluding with the opposition'

February 16, 2018

CAPE TOWN, South Africa - South Africa's new president , Cyril Ramaphosa , on Thursday, February 15, used his first speech in office to vow to fight government corruption, in a direct reference to accusations levelled against his predecessor Jacob Zuma .

FDA Approves Erleada to Treat Non-Metastatic Prostate Cancer

February 16, 2018

The FDA approved the new-generation androgen receptor inhibitor apalutamide ( Erleada ) for treatment of nonmetastatic castration-resistant prostate cancer (nmCRPC). Study patients were randomized to Erleada or placebo plus androgen deprivation therapy (ADT), either with gonadotropin-releasing hormone analog therapy or surgical castration.

11th Confirmed Flu-Related Death in Delaware

February 16, 2018

MA health officials are urging vaccination. This includes all rural county health departments and health department clinics in Chattanooga-Hamilton County, Jackson-Madison County, Knoxville-Knox County, Nashville-Davidson County, Memphis-Shelby County and Sullivan County.

LSU assistant coach Mickie DeMoss inducted into Women's Basketball Hall of Fame

February 15, 2018

Texas Women's Basketball associate head coach Tina Thompson has been selected for induction into the Women's Basketball Hall of Fame, Class of 2018. Thompson ended her professional career with the Seattle Storm in 2013 as the league's all-time leading scorer with 7,488 points in 496 games played (15.1 ppg).

Navient Corporation (NAVI), Bristol-Myers Squibb Company (BMY)

February 15, 2018

LLC increased its holdings in shares of Bristol-Myers Squibb by 523.5% in the third quarter. The stock increased 0.28% or $0.64 during the last trading session, reaching $232. Bristol-Myers Squibb Company is engaged in the discovery, development, licensing, manufacturing, marketing, distribution and sale of biopharmaceutical products.

Ants Can Play Doctor and Treat Each Other's Wounds With Spit

February 15, 2018

In a newly published study , scientists observed ant medics caring for their wounded comrades, which may be the first scientifically documented example of such medical care in the animal kingdom outside humanity. Lightly injured ants behaved in an injured manner near nestmates to attract help - moving slower and stumbling when near other ants, moving faster when alone - and cooperatively let themselves get carried by others.

Three killed, 7 injured after under-construction building collapses in Bengaluru

February 15, 2018

Rescue operations are underway", Bengaluru Mayor Sampath Raj was quoted saying by a leading daily. More persons suspected to be trapped. Raj also said that though the under-construction building was five-storeyed, the builders were only sanctioned to build three storeys.

Scientists reverse Alzheimer's disease in mouse model

February 15, 2018

For now, the findings are limited to mice, but they provide hope that humans may one day benefit from the same treatment. 'We were surprised it worked so well, we saw complete reversal, ' Yan, who will start as chair of the department of neuroscience at the University of CT this spring, said .

United Kingdom blames Russian Federation for 'NotPetya' cyberattack

February 15, 2018

Peskov, on a conference call with reporters, said the allegations were groundless and part of a "Russophobic" campaign being conducted in some Western countries. Britain's defence minister has accused the Russian government of "undermining democracy" with a cyberattack that targeted Ukraine and spread across Europe past year.

Heartwrenching moment ex-FBI agent breaks down during Florida school shooting interview

February 15, 2018

We're talking about legislation. The ex-intelligence agent Phil Mudd was reduced to tears as he lamented "a child of God is dead" during the interview. As of February 2018, there have been five school shootings this year in which a gun was discharged and victims were either injured or killed. Sen.

Highly Processed Food May Have Links With Cancer

February 15, 2018

The poor nutritional quality of ultra-processed foods likely contributes to their negative effects on health. The foods were grouped according to the level of processing, and participants were asked to self-declare any cancer diagnosis, which was then confirmed through their medical records.

Kemper Corporation to acquire specialist auto insurer

February 15, 2018

Georgia-based Suntrust Banks Inc has invested 0% in Infinity Property and Casualty Corporation (NASDAQ: IPCC ). A number of other equities research analysts have also recently commented on IPCC. Edgewood Ltd owns 7.68 million shares. Piedmont Investment Advisors LLC purchased a new stake in Infinity Property and Casualty in the second quarter valued at about $224,000.

'James Bond' showcaused for endorsing chewing tobacco for Indian brand

February 15, 2018

A Pierce Brosnan ad in India has led Delhi health officials to threaten the actor with fines and jail time because the product he plugged sometimes contains tobacco. Delhi Health Department official SK Arora said, "We saw Pierce Brosnan's posters advertising Pan Bahar (a paan masala brand) at tobacco shops in Delhi in the last fortnight".

Explosion in Cochin shipyard; Two Keralites among 5 killed

February 15, 2018

The injured were transferred to hospitals in the area. Madhu S Nair, chairman and managing director of the Cochin Shipyard (CSL), said gas entrapment could have led to the accident. A probe has been ordered, he added. "Thick fumes" slowed the rescue effort, according to shipyard officials, but the fire was brought under control.

Transgender woman successfully breastfeeds baby in world first

February 15, 2018

She explained that her partner was pregnant but was not planning to breast-feed when the child was born, so she wanted to take it on herself. Dr Tamar Reisman, who treated her at the Mount Sinai Center for Transgender Medicine and Surgery, said she was "thrilled" by the outcome.

Kejriwal to focus on roads

February 15, 2018

Agencies which dig up roads for their work will have fix them too, which will help bring down dust pollution in Delhi, Kejriwal said. He added that he had met lieutenant governor (LG) Anil Baijal in this regard and both the government and the LG are on the same page.

FDA authorizes first blood test for concussions

February 15, 2018

The availability of a blood test for concussion will help health care professionals to determine the need for a CT scan in patients suspected of having mTBI, preventing unnecessary neuroimaging and associated radiation exposure. Traumatic brain injuries affect an estimated 10 million people globally each year; at least 2 million of them are treated in USA emergency rooms.

Anthony Davis-led Pelicans beat Pistons 118-103

February 15, 2018

Patton has averaged 11.9 points, 5 rebounds, 1.4 blocks and 20.1 minutes over 25 games for Iowa, after being assigned there on December 27. New Orleans (29-26) needs every win it can collect to capture a lower seed in the Western Conference playoffs.

USA spending on health care estimated to reach $5.7 trillion in 2026

February 15, 2018

Medicaid spending growth is projected to increase 4.0 percentage points more rapidly in 2018, at a projected rate of 6.9 percent, due primarily to the growth in health insurance spending as a result of smaller risk-mitigation recovery payments from the previous year.

Telegram Zero-Day Exploited by Crypto-Miners

February 15, 2018

This technique also enabled them to disguise malicious files and spread the malware to the devices which used the Telegram desktop app. To keep your PC safe from such vulnerabilities, Kaspersky Lab recommends not to open or download unknown files from untrusted sources.

Johnson keeps hard Brexit stance in speech aimed at mending fences

February 15, 2018

He stressed that Britain had not turned in on itself, saying with typical flourish: "It's not some great V-sign from the cliffs of Dover". However he will reach out to pro-Europeans, and will say that they should be listened to but persuaded that "Brexit is not grounds for fear but hope".

'13 Reasons Why' Author Says He's a Victim Following Sexual Assault Allegations

February 15, 2018

The author of the popular novel turned Netflix series " Thirteen Reasons Why " was expelled from a prominent children's writing organization over claims of sexual harassment. Also Tuesday, Asher's publisher issued a statement saying it had no comment on the allegations. "I feel in conflict because what is happening in culture and what is supposed to be believed and is not." .

23 pupils die in Kano road crash

February 15, 2018

NAN reports that the victims died in the auto crash that occurred at about 11 am near Tsaida village in Gaya local government area, on their way from an excursion, along Bauchi-Kano road, Kano State. Ibrahim-Daura said all the corpses have been deposited at the General Hospital, Gaya. Locals said the incident has raised tension in the area but the police spokesman said security operatives were already deployed to maintain order.

Russell Westbrook, Carmelo Anthony participate in Thunder practice Monday

February 15, 2018

But aside from the Lakers and Cavaliers , Gavriel Wilkins said that the four-time NBA Most Valuable Player should consider signing with the Oklahoma City Thunder . Anthony suffered his injury during the first quarter of the Warriors game and did not return. F Dillon Brooks was called for a Flagrant 1 for elbowing Thunder G Josh Huestis in the second quarter.

FDA issues new warning about pet food with salmonella

February 15, 2018

In Arrow Reliance's case, the FDA warns products from the manufacturer have a history of recalls with multiple complaints associated with Darwin's Natural and ZooLogics pet foods. The findings prompted Christofersen Meats Company Inc., manufacturer of Raws for Paws Ground Turkey Food for Pets, to recall all lots of Raws for Paws Ground Turkey Food for Pets that were manufactured on October 12, 2017.

Growing Demand For Referendum On Iran's Ruling System

February 15, 2018

Past year in December, External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj made a stopover at Tehran on her way back from Russian Federation, and held a luncheon meeting with Iranian counterpart Javad Zarif during which issues of mutual interest were discussed.

Africa declares state of natural disaster, Day Zero extended

February 15, 2018

Rains at the weekend raised hopes that the situation would improve, but the downpours were neither heavy nor long enough to have an effect on the situation. The widespread drought has gripped swathes of the nation's south and west. Deputy Mayor Ian Neilson also said that over the past week, water consumption in Cape Town reduced mainly due to the city's efforts to regulate the water flow and residents' cooperation to reduce consumption, Reuters reported.

Lucknow University bans students' activities on campus on Valentine's Day

February 15, 2018

The students were against the institution's decision to disallow people from entering the campus. Disciplinary action will be taken against whosoever is found violating the advisory. In 2014, it released a list of dos and don'ts for students. In 2009, the university denied permission to bring bouquets, flowers or gifts on the campus on Feb 14.

Dear John: Alberta launches petition to BC's Premier Horgan in pipeline fight

February 15, 2018

Alberta Premier Rachel Notley reacted swiftly and angrily to Mr. Heyman's announcement , imposing a ban on the sale of wine from B.C. and promising further action unless B.C. But is that what Ottawa is really doing - taking Alberta's side and telling B.C.to give up? Ottawa approved the Trans Mountain pipeline in 2016.

Martin O'Neill joins mourners at Liam Miller's funeral

February 15, 2018

Beckham posted: "Our thoughts are with Liam's family". Liam, from Kilcrea, Ovens, Co Cork was removed to his local Church of St John the Baptist tonight. It will be followed by burial in the adjoining cemetery. Earlier :Former teammates of the late Liam Miller have descended on The Church of St John the Baptist in Ovens this morning for the funeral.

Delhi: Seven-year-old's body found stuffed in suitcase, IAS aspirant arrested

February 15, 2018

On intimating the police, Sakya was again called for questioning. "He then wrapped the body in a plastic mat and stuffed it in a blue suitcase before hiding it in his bed box", Khan said. A few months ago, he shifted to another house in the same locality and would visit Singh's house occasionally. Ashish's eight-year-old sister Gunjan had allegedly told the family a week after the incident that "Avadesh chacha had promised Ashish he would buy him a bicycle in the evening [on January 7]".

Check out the latest poster of Anushka Sharma's upcoming thriller Pari

February 15, 2018

That was a whole lot of sequins, and we're fans. Anushka Sharma - Black brings sexy Back! In the spine-chilling poster, Anushka is seen surrounded by a group of witches while one of his foots is chained in a weird manner. Anushka in H&M, Two Point Two and Gucci. Virat and Anushka , popularly known as Virushka, are one of the most loved couples in the town today.

16 arrested in Myanmar for killing Rohingya

February 15, 2018

Bangladesh reached a deal with Myanmar late a year ago to repatriate the almost 700,000 Rohingya who have fled across the border since August to escape a brutal military crackdown. He also called for Suu Kyi to launch an independent investigation into the crisis, amid claims Burmese security forces drove out Rohingya Muslims as part of an ethnic cleansing campaign.

Austin Regional Clinic studying anti-flu drug in high-risk patients

February 15, 2018

The tragic story of a teacher from Texas who died of the flu after she declined to pay $116 for antiviral medication is bringing attention to drug prices. "I don't think the Tamiflu should be no more co-pay than $30, $35 max for everyone", she said. Dr. Wachs also recommends Relenza, a drug that's inhaled but works the same as Tamiflu, and usually costs less.

Information