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Deepwater oil plume in Gulf degraded by microbes, study shows Tuesday, August 24, 2010 @ 3:14PMA new study of a deepwater dispersed oil plume formed in the aftermath of the damaged BP wellhead in the Gulf of Mexico shows that microbial activity, spearheaded by a new and unclassified species, degrades oil much faster than anticipated.
New microbe found eating Gulf oil spill Tuesday, August 24, 2010 @ 12:56PMA newly discovered type of oil-eating microbe suddenly is flourishing in the Gulf of Mexico and gobbling up the BP spill at a much faster rate than expected, scientists reported. Oil spill - Gulf of Mexico - BP - Oil - Environment
Study shows deepwater oil plume in Gulf degraded by microbes Tuesday, August 24, 2010 @ 12:24PMIn the aftermath of the explosion of BP's Deepwater Horizon drilling rig in the Gulf of Mexico, a dispersed oil plume was formed at a depth between 3,600 and 4,000 feet and extending some 10 miles out from the wellhead. An intensive study by scientists with the Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory (Berkeley Lab) found that microbial activity, spearheaded by a new and unclassified species ...
Study shows deepwater oil plume in Gulf degraded by microbes Tuesday, August 24, 2010 @ 12:16PM( DOE/Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory ) A study by Berkeley Lab researchers of a deepwater dispersed oil plume formed in the aftermath of the damaged BP wellhead in the Gulf of Mexico shows that microbial activity, spearheaded by a new and unclassified species, degrades oil much faster than anticipated.
4-H clubs prepare for achievement days Sunday, June 6, 2010 @ 11:08AMJune and July are always busy months for the local 4-H beef and horse clubs who are planning their achievements and interclub competitions. Locations may be adjusted depending on weather conditions.[...]
Breathing life into air study Saturday, June 5, 2010 @ 11:44AMA visitor to Bayview or Sault College may have noticed in recent weeks people wearing full helmets while riding treadmills. Before calling the police, breathe easy. Health Canada and Algoma University's NORDIK Institute have begun a five-week study of the effects of industrial air pollution on [...]
Improving Understanding Of Hematopoiesis Through Systems Biology Monday, May 24, 2010 @ 5:31AMOur body reacts to blood loss by stimulating the production of red blood cells (erythrocytes). The cells of the hematopoietic (blood-forming) system in the bone marrow do so upon receipt of a signal by a hormone called erythropoietin, or Epo for short. This hormone is produced mainly by the kidney that increases the Epo level by up to a thousand-fold as a response to falling oxygen saturation of ...
Passport, toothbrush, ticket...sweatband: Can you combine a holiday with a body reboot? Saturday, May 8, 2010 @ 6:21PMThe Total Body Rebalancing Programme at The Beach House in Goa, India, may sound drastic. In some ways, it is. But it is also an ideal combination of high impact, low effort – and it's ultra-effective for people whose idea of "wellness" doesn't involve five hours on a treadmill.
CASMED Announces Grant of Patent in Japan for FORE-SIGHT Technology Tuesday, April 13, 2010 @ 7:00AMBRANFORD, Conn. -- CAS Medical Systems, Inc. today announced that that the Japanese Patent Office has granted a new patent for the Company's LASER-SIGHT technology used in the FORE-SIGHT Oximeter.
Study assesses gray matter concentration deficits in multiple brain areas of people with OSA Monday, February 1, 2010 @ 12:21AMA study in the Feb. 1 issue of the journal SLEEP found gray matter concentration deficits in multiple brain areas of people with severe obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). The study suggests that the memory impairment, cardiovascular disturbances, executive dysfunctions, and dysregulation of autonomic and respiratory control frequently observed in OSA patients may be related to morphological changes ...
Masimo's New Customer Monday, December 14, 2009 @ 9:18AMBrookdale University Hospital and Medical Center completes its system-wide conversion to Masimo SET pulse oximetry technology.
Preventing Second Stroke May Stave Off Dementia Thursday, September 24, 2009 @ 3:21PMTitle: Preventing Second Stroke May Stave Off Dementia Category: Health News Created: 9/23/2009 6:10:00 PM Last Editorial Review: 9/24/2009
The MED Group Signs Preferred Supplier Agreement for Masimo SET(R) Pulse Oximetry Solutions Thursday, September 24, 2009 @ 1:13PMIRVINE, Calif., Sept.
The MED Group Signs Preferred Supplier Agreement for Masimo SET(R) Pulse Oximetry Solutions Thursday, September 24, 2009 @ 11:00AMMasimo , the inventor of Pulse CO-Oximetry and Measure-Through Motion and Low-Perfusion pulse oximetry, and The MED Group, a Group Purchasing Organization for home care providers, jointly announce a preferred supplier agreement that will give MED Group members preferred contract pricing on Masimo SET Pulse Oximeters and sensors.
PREP FOOTBALL: Arcadia's He back after scary incident Thursday, September 24, 2009 @ 12:51AMIt was supposed be a relaxing weekend in northern California filled with outdoor camping, boat rides and fishing. The hilly mountains, sparkling lakes and clear blue skies were picturesque on this Fourth of July weekend trip to Bishop.
Preventing Second Stroke May Stave Off Dementia Wednesday, September 23, 2009 @ 6:41PMNot all agree, though, that biggest risk factor is the brain attack itself
Preventing Second Stroke May Stave Off Dementia Wednesday, September 23, 2009 @ 6:03PMWEDNESDAY, Sept. 23 (HealthDay News) -- The way to reduce the chances of developing dementia such as Alzheimer's disease after a stroke is to prevent a second stroke by concentrating on all the known stroke risk factors, a new British study suggests.
Ann Veronica Janssens' Sensorial Experience on View at Wiels Friday, September 4, 2009 @ 10:59PMAnn Veronica Janssens, Les Riffs. Courtesy Galerie Micheline Szwajcer © Dimitri Riemis. BRUSSELS.- Ann Veronica Janssens questions the elusive. She tries less to grasp the impalpable and chooses to experiment with its multiple forms and apparitions instead.
Infant Car Seats May Lower Oxygen Levels Tuesday, September 1, 2009 @ 3:45PMLeaving young infants in car seats for extended periods of time may result in low oxygen levels and put them at risk for breathing problems, according to a new study.
Integrated Medical Systems Awarded $1.1 Million From U.S. DoD for Critical Enhancements of the World's First ... Monday, August 24, 2009 @ 5:57AMSIGNAL HILL, Calif. | Integrated Medical Systems, Inc., a medical technology systems integrator transforming critical care, announced that it has received $1.1 million in funding from the U.S. Depa...
Updated Michael Jackson Developments—August 18th Monday, August 17, 2009 @ 2:21PMWe have the latest developments in the Michael Jackson death investigation. We will update this story as we receive the latest information. We also have a link to ABC News’ coverage of the Michael Jackson investigation, and the celebration of his life.
3 more H1N1 patients admitted to ICU Saturday, July 25, 2009 @ 7:13AMSINGAPORE: Three more people were admitted to the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) on Saturday after suffering from H1N1 infections.
Singapore records 4th H1N1—related death Saturday, July 25, 2009 @ 2:43AMSINGAPORE: Singapore recorded its fourth H1N1—related death on Friday. The victim is a 42—year—old woman with thyroid disease.
Singapore records 4th H1N1-related death Friday, July 24, 2009 @ 9:36AMSINGAPORE: Singapore recorded its fourth H1N1-related death on Friday. The victim is a 42-year-old woman with hypertension and thyroid disease.
Singapore records 4th H1N1—related death Friday, July 24, 2009 @ 9:05AMSINGAPORE: Singapore recorded its fourth H1N1—related death on Friday. The victim is a 42—year—old woman with hypertension and thyroid disease.
4th H1N1-related death Friday, July 24, 2009 @ 5:54AMA 42-YEAR-OLD woman with hypertension and thyroid disease became the fourth victim to die from A (H1N1)-related infection on Friday, said the Ministry of Health. The cause of death is pneumonia, with H1N1 as a contributing factor. In a statement, MOH said the woman sought medical treatment at Changi General Hospital's (CGH) Emergency Department on July 18 after five days of fever, cough, sore ...
Richmond boy needs new heart soon Sunday, July 19, 2009 @ 6:06AMDerek "Boo" Whallon dreams about riding bikes and playing baseball on hot summer days. He dreams of becoming a big-muscled professional wrestler. Those all take a backseat to his ultimate dream, one he describes in five words without a hint of desperation or why-me complaints: "I want a new heart."
Health Report 3-7-08 Friday, July 17, 2009 @ 3:32AMA local chapter of the Holistic Moms Network will form on Cape Cod, beginning with an open house March 8 at 10 a.m. at the Chatham Community Center, 702 Main St. The group works to support parents who focus on natural health and mindful parenting, including organic eating and a green home.
Masimo Trades Near Fair Levels Friday, June 26, 2009 @ 2:20PMThe company's stock deserves to trade at a 15% premium to the comparables' mean P/E/G multiple.
Music may improve feeding, reduce pain in premature babies: U of A study Friday, May 29, 2009 @ 8:28AM( University of Alberta Faculty of Medicine & Dentistry ) As long as there have been babies, adults have crooned lullabies to soothe them. But research suggests music might also help premature infants learn to suckle better and reduce their pain.
FDA Advisory Panel Recommends Approval of the SEDASYS(R) System Thursday, May 28, 2009 @ 11:08PMPanel Votes in Favor of Use by Physician/Nurse Teams to Deliver Minimal-to-Moderate Propofol Sedation CINCINNATI, May 28 /PRNewswire/ -- Ethicon Endo-Surgery today announced that the Anesthesiology and Respiratory Therapy Devices Advisory Committee of the U.S.
FDA Advisory Panel Recommends Approval of the SEDASYS(R) System Thursday, May 28, 2009 @ 6:54PMto-Moderate Propofol Sedation