April 16, 2013
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Penn.-born artisan Annie Cadden uses a vintage loom from the 1930s to create woven rugs from recycled plastic bags, old clothes, fabric off-cuts and other materials that would have otherwise gone to waste. Continue reading
Share on FacebookApril 15, 2013
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Information collected from individual patients at doctor’s office and hospital visits could be used to improve health care and reduce costs on a national scale, according to a new article. Continue reading
Share on FacebookApril 15, 2013
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Genetic variants have been identified which can increase serum prostate specific antigen (PSA) concentrations and prostate cancer risk. A new study reports that correcting PSA levels for these genetic variants can have significant consequences, includi… Continue reading
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Women who had sufficient amounts of vitamin D were 32 percent less likely to develop fibroids than women with insufficient vitamin D, according to a new study. Continue reading
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Scientists have developed a soy-based treatment for colorectal cancer, a promising agent in ovarian cancer, and a new drug target for advanced prostate cancer. Continue reading
Share on FacebookApril 9, 2013
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With so much recent interest in space travel, many have asked, is it safe? Two studies funded by NASA help explain why space radiation may increase the risk of colorectal cancer in humans. Continue reading
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Placement of copper objects in intensive care unit hospital rooms reduced the number of healthcare-acquired infections in patients by more than half, according to a new study. Continue reading
Share on FacebookApril 8, 2013
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Apple’s new charging connector for the iPhone 5 is credited in part with helping Apple create its thinnest phone design yet. However the new, slim-line port means millions of current Apple accessories will need an adapter to work with the iPhone 5 or become unusable – a shift that could potentially funnel a wave of [...] Continue reading
Share on FacebookApril 4, 2013
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The 10-Year Hoodie is a premium unisex zip-up hoodie made entirely in America. Continue reading
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Since recycling personal care and beauty product packaging is slightly less straightforward than tossing an aluminum can or plastic bottle into the blue bin, opting for a precycling solution ahead of time helps to ensure your packaging will never find its way to the landfill. Continue reading
Share on FacebookApril 3, 2013
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Individuals, businesses and community groups can recycle old electronics and earn cash payouts for charitable organizations. Continue reading
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Among patients with painful chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy, use of the anti-depressant drug duloxetine for 5 weeks resulted in a greater reduction in pain compared with placebo. Continue reading
Share on FacebookApril 1, 2013
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Follow-up care after an emergency room visit for chest pain significantly reduced the risk of heart attack or death among high risk patients. Chest pain is the most common reason patients go to the ER. However, one in four chest pain patients didn’t seek follow-up care within a month, as recommended. Continue reading
April 1, 2013
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Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center is home to the Seattle Barrett’s Esophagus Program, a multidisciplinary effort conducted in collaboration with researchers at Brigham & Women’s College and the University of California at San Francisco. This research team has shown that a systematic approach to early cancer detection can boost five-year survival rates from about 15 percent to more than 80 percent. Continue reading
April 1, 2013
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The structure will feature walls made from glass fiber recovered from motherboards, and ceilings made with the plastic left over from CDs and DVDs. Continue reading
Share on FacebookMarch 29, 2013
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Canola oil and high-oleic canola oils can lower abdominal fat when used in place of other selected oil blends, according to a new study. Researchers also found that consuming certain vegetable oils may be a simple way of reducing the risk of metabolic … Continue reading
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Colleges and universities from every state will compete in the One Shirt Challenge. Continue reading
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Buying in bulk carries loads of environmental benefits, from ditching food packaging to directly controlling portion size. Continue reading
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The organic, chemical-free potting soil made from composted fruit and vegetable scraps will be sold at more than 1,700 stores. Continue reading
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According to EatByDate, the expiration date you’ll find on many food items is not related to food safety. Continue reading
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