CHEAP AND ACCURATE TUBERCULOSIS TEST GIVES RESULTS IN UNDER TWO HOURS
A tuberculosis test, called Xpert® MTB/RIF, can successfully identify 98% of all culture-confirmed TB cases, including more than 90% of those with smear-negative disease, a study published in NEJM (New England Journal of Medicine) reveals...
09/03/2010 04:20, medicalnewstoday |
CAPELLO HITS BACK AT MEDIA FOLLOWING CRITICISM
LONDON (AP) -England coach Fabio Capello is confused by his transformation from a "god'' to a "monster'' since his team faltered at the World Cup.
09/03/2010 01:00, msnbc |
EARL SPARKS PORT CANCELLATIONS, ITINERARY CHANGES
Hurricane Earl has sparked a number of port cancellations and itinerary changes for ships on Canada and New England cruises and transatlantic sailings, as well as vessels based in northeast U.S. homeports.
09/02/2010 19:22, msnbc |
PRESCRIPTION DIET DRUG RAISES RISK OF HEART ATTACK, STROKE
Sibutramine, which alters brain chemicals to suppress appetite, carries risks for users with a history of cardiovascular disease. One doctor says it should be pulled off shelves.The prescription diet drug sibutramine, sold under the brand name Meridia, should be taken off the market because it raise...
09/02/2010 18:00, LaTimes |
EXPERTS WONDER WHY SLIMMING DRUG MERIDIA (SIBUTRAMINE) IS STILL ON THE MARKET IN USA
Sibutramine, brand name Meridia is an appetite suppressant, a weight loss pill. Editors at the NEJM (New England Journal of Medicine) write it is difficult for them to discern a "credible rationale for keeping this medication on the market", even though it is restricted for people without heart dise...
09/02/2010 13:40, medicalnewstoday |
PRESCRIPTION DIET DRUG RAISES RISK OF HEART ATTACK, STROKE
Sibutramine, which alters brain chemicals to suppress appetite, carries risks for users with a history of cardiovascular disease. One doctor says it should be pulled off shelves.The prescription diet drug sibutramine, sold under the brand name Meridia, should be taken off the market because it raise...
09/02/2010 02:20, LaTimes |
CRICKET BETTING SCANDAL ROCKS PAKISTAN
Cricket is considered the national glue of Pakistan, and accusations that Pakistani players were involved in spot-fixing during a game against England have roiled the nation.In a nation pummeled by stifling poverty, homegrown militancy, and most recently, epic flooding, the game of cricket is suppos...
09/02/2010 02:00, LaTimes |
CRICKET BETTING SCANDAL ROCKS PAKISTAN
Cricket is considered the national glue of Pakistan, and accusations that Pakistani players were involved in spot-fixing during a game against England have roiled the nation.In a nation pummeled by stifling poverty, homegrown militancy, and most recently, epic flooding, the game of cricket is suppos...
09/02/2010 01:40, LaTimes |
CRICKET BETTING SCANDAL ROCKS PAKISTAN
Cricket is considered the national glue of Pakistan, and accusations that Pakistani players were involved in spot-fixing during a game against England have roiled the nation.In a nation pummeled by stifling poverty, homegrown militancy, and most recently, epic flooding, the game of cricket is suppos...
09/02/2010 01:40, LaTimes |
MANUFACTURING SECTOR EXPANDED IN AUGUST
The Institute for Supply Management, or ISM, said Wednesday its monthly manufacturing report showed a stronger-than-expected reading in August. Institute for Supply Management - Manufacturing - Business - Reading - England
09/01/2010 16:40, msnbc |
HIP REPLACEMENT RECALL BY DEPUY ORTHOPAEDICS IS BIG NEWS
Due to a fairly high percentage (12-13%) of five year revision or secondary hip surgeries DePuy Orthopaedics, Inc. reported based on this year's data from the National Joint Registry (NJR) of England and Wales, the manufacturer announced this week it is voluntarily pulling the ASR™ XL Ace...
08/31/2010 23:20, medicalnewstoday |
MAGNA CARTA GETTING A NEW GAS TO LIE IN
The Magna Carta helped form the foundation for modern English and U.S. law. Now one of two copies known to exist outside England is headed for a special new case to preserve it.
08/31/2010 19:00, msnbc |
NEW ENGLAND SEES UPTICK IN VISITORS
 Months of perfect weather in northern New England have helped the region's tourism industry rebound from a dismal 2009.
08/30/2010 23:40, msnbc |
GIANTS QB JIM SORGI FRUSTRATED BY SHOULDER INJURY
Backup quarterback Jim Sorgi probably will miss the New York Giants' preseason finale against the New England Patriots, and that might put his job in jeopardy.
08/30/2010 22:00, msnbc |
CAPELLO URGES BECKHAM TO CONSIDER MANAGEMENT
LONDON (AP) -England coach Fabio Capello has urged David Beckham to consider a career in management to utilize his vast experience, while offering the former captain the faint prospect of being recalled to the national team.
08/29/2010 03:40, msnbc |
THESE 10 ARE BUSTING THROUGH THE NFL'S OPEN DOORS
 Given a chance during training camp, these NFL players are making the most of it and possibly earning roster spots.Sam Bradford had a spectacular showing for the St. Louis Rams last week, displaying dazzling accuracy and throwing for two touchdowns in an exhibition victory over New England.
08/29/2010 02:40, LaTimes |
CAPELLO URGES BECKHAM TO CONSIDER MANAGEMENT
England coach Fabio Capello has urged former captain David Beckham to consider a career in management to utilize his vast soccer experience.
08/29/2010 01:40, msnbc |