San Diego, CA – April 5, 2014 – Helping doctors monitor their melanoma patients' progress in response to treatment is just one of the many exciting applications of Bio-Rad's Droplet Digital PCR (ddPCR™) technology being showcased at the 2014 American Association for Cancer Research (AACR) Annual Meeting taking place in San Diego, CA from April 5-9. Introduced less than three years ago, ddPCR is rapidly gaining acceptance within the cancer research community. In fact, from 2012 to 2013, the number of cancer research papers involving ddPCR has nearly quintupled. "We've ...

A study by researchers at the University of Geneva concludes that prevalent ankle fractures should be considered as osteoporotic fractures and taken into account in fracture-risk assessment. The research was presented at the World Congress on Osteoporosis, Osteoarthritis and Musculoskeletal Diseases in Seville, Spain. After vertebral fractures, ankle fractures are among the most common fractures in adults. The objective of this study was to investigate the association between bone microstructure in women at the age of 65 and prevalent ankle fracture. The study evaluated ...

The results of a study presented today at the World Congress on Osteoporosis, Osteoarthritis and Musculoskeletal Diseases do not support the hypothesis that calcium supplementation, with or without vitamin D, increases coronary heart disease or all-cause mortality risk in elderly women. The investigators, from centres in Australia, Denmark and the USA, undertook a meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials of calcium supplements with or without vitamin D. They searched for two primary outcomes: coronary heart disease and all-cause mortality verified by clinical review, ...

Stavanger, Norway – 5 April 2014: Visualising a safe place reduces operative pain, according to research presented today at EuroHeartCare 2014. Nurses guided patients into a trance and found it helped patients cope with pain and anxiety during ablation of atrial fibrillation (AF). EuroHeartCare is the official annual meeting of the Council on Cardiovascular Nursing and Allied Professions (CCNAP) of the European Society of Cardiology (ESC). This year's meeting is organised jointly with the Norwegian Society of Cardiovascular Nurses. It is held 4-5 April in Stavanger, Norway. Marianne ...

Means test applied to determine debtor's eligibility under Chapter 7 Article provided by Golden Law, PC Visit us at http://www.goldenlaw.biz In the case of In re Johnson, the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Northern District of Indiana held that it was proper for the debtor to include mortgage payments in his means test calculation, even though the debtor intended to surrender the property. The court also rejected challenges to the debtor's cell phone and cable/phone expenses and his voluntary 401(k) contributions absent proof that they were not reasonable or necessary. ...

Establishing paternity in Louisiana when a child is born out of wedlock Article provided by Nicaud & Sunseri Attorneys at Law, LLC Visit us at http://www.nslawla.com Whenever a child is born, there are so many tasks that need to get done right away. Between things like shopping for clothes and diapers, making sure the car seat is installed correctly and trying to get enough sleep, it is natural for some items on the to-do list to inadvertently fall by the wayside. However, if the child's parents were not married, there is one important task that cannot wait. ...

Remote texter's liability for accident which distracts driver Article provided by Fredson & Statmore, LLC Visit us at http://www.fredsonstatmore.com/ In Kubert v. Best, a majority opinion by the Superior Court of New Jersey, Appellate Division, held that a remote sender of text messages has a duty under New Jersey law not send a text to a person who is driving a motor vehicle if the texter knows, or has a special reason to know, that the recipient will view the text while driving. The appellate panel stated that a remote texter can be held liable for injuries ...

Lower back pain: The leading cause of disability Article provided by D'Agosto & Howe, LLC Visit us at http://www.dhctlaw.com The back and spine are very complex and an injury or damage to a bone, muscle, nerve or ligament can cause lasting pain. While there a number of imaging technologies that can provide detailed images, the underlying cause of back pain often remain unknown. A recent study by the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke found that lower back pain is the leading cause of job disability around the world. The U.S. Bureau ...

Clifton, New Jersey accident claims life of Passaic woman Article provided by Fredson & Statmore, LLC Visit us at http://www.fredsonstatmore.com/ Each day, many Americans rely on their own ability to get around, without the use of a vehicle. Despite the availability of sidewalks and other thoroughfares, pedestrians are often at risk of accident or injury due to the presence and actions of unsafe drivers. According to NJ.com, a 39-year-old woman from Passaic, New Jersey lost her life after being struck and killed on Route 3. At the time of the pedestrian accident, ...

Dismissal of charges in criminal defense case Article provided by Serino, MacKay & Berube PLLC Visit us at http://www.smandb.com There are many tiers to the justice system in the United States. The system is designed not only to hold someone accountable for a crime, but to make sure that the person charged with the crime is guilty. A variety of rules and regulations are used within the court room to help better ensure that a person is not wrongly convicted of a crime. A recent case out of California provides an example of how the rights of an individual charged ...

Paternity and Legitimation Actions in Georgia Article provided by Law Office of Shawn P Hammond Visit us at http://www.hammondlaw.org Many fathers want to be involved in their childs' lives regardless of whether they were married to a child's mother at the time of the birth. Of course children also benefit from having a close relationship with their father. Fathers wanting to establish custody or visitation rights to their child need to go through the appropriate legal proceedings. A father may need to establish paternity as well as pursue a legitimation action. What ...

Understanding Pennsylvania pregnancy discrimination Article provided by Logan & Logan Visit us at http://www.loganlawfirm.net We are all familiar with federal laws that prohibit discrimination on the basis of gender, religion, race, disability, age, color, participation in protected activity and national origin. As such, we understand that it is illegal to discriminate against someone who is a member of one of those "protected classes" or engaged in a protected activity. Though, sadly, prejudice of that type does still occur, the country has made great strides ...

Factors that may lead to a child support modification in Tennessee Article provided by Autry L. Jones, Attorney at Law Visit us at http://www.autryjones.com In Tennessee, the amount of child support is determined by using a formula that is contained in the state statutes. Certain factors, including the income of the parties as well as the needs of the child, will be analyzed to set the amount of support that will be required when the parents divorce or end their relationship. For most parents, these child support awards can be very difficult to change. The court ...

Federal employment discrimination statistics do not look good for Texas Article provided by Kennard Law, P.C. Visit us at http://www.kennardlawelpaso.com At 9,068 charges, Texas employers received almost 10 percent of the nation's federal employment discrimination, harassment and retaliation allegations in FY 2013, according to statistics from the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, the federal agency charged with enforcing federal anti-discrimination laws. This is an increase from FY 2012's 8,929 Texas-based charges. On the other hand, nationally the ...

Medical marijuana bills considered by Tennessee legislature Article provided by Law Office of Kenneth W. Brashier Visit us at http://www.brashierlaw.com Recently, the Tennessee House health subcommittee considered two bills regarding the use of marijuana for medical purposes. The results were vastly different for the two bills. The first -- called the Koozer-Kuhn Medical Cannabis Act or H.B. 1385 -- did not make it out of committee. The bill would have allowed patients suffering from a variety of ailments to possess enough marijuana to treat their illness for ...

As the economy improves, the divorce rate rises Article provided by Wilson-Goodman Law Group, PLLC Visit us at http://www.wgandf-law.com As the economy recovers, divorce is making a comeback, too. Many are surprised to learn that the divorce rate declined as the recession kicked in. While it is largely undisputed that financial turmoil places strain on a marriage, couples appear to be waiting until they are more financially secure before getting out of marriage. According to a sociologist from the University of Maryland, about 150,000 fewer dissolutions occurred ...

Termination of the parties' shared parenting plan was properly denied Article provided by Kelly Law Office LLC Visit us at http://www.kellylawohio.com In Drees v. Drees, the Third District Court of Appeals of Ohio held that the trial court should have applied a "best interests of the child" test in determining the mother's motion seeking a termination of the parties' shared parenting decree. The appeals court said that proof of a substantial change in circumstances was not required, but nevertheless upheld the trial court's decision denying the motion due to a lack ...

Delaware motorcycle crash results in one fatality Article provided by Law Offices of Joseph J. Rhoades, Esq. Visit us at http://www.rhoadeslegal.com As the weather in Delaware is beginning to improve, many people will soon choose to travel by motorcycle. Unfortunately, as recently demonstrated, severe accidents can occur following increased motorcycle traffic on the roads. According to the Delaware State Police, a motorcyclist was killed in Newark, Delaware recently, after his motorcycle was hit by a pickup truck. Following the collision, the motorcyclistwas thrown ...

Finding ways to deal with credit card debt Article provided by Debra Booher & Associates Co., LPA Visit us at http://www.bankruptcyinfo.com As the economy begins to rebound, many Ohioans are starting to spend more money on goods and services in the region. These expenses can quickly add up, and sometimes, consumers may not have enough money left to pay for some of the items that they need. They may decide to make the transaction using a credit card, thinking that they will pay off the balance the following month. For some individuals, this balance continues ...

Common estate planning mistakes highlighted by celebrity deaths Article provided by Law Office of Hugh Duff Robertson P.C. Visit us at http://www.lawhdr.com A number of famous actors have passed away in the last year. Not only have their premature deaths rocked the entertainment industry, the inadequacy of their estate plans are causing many people to rethink and update their own plans. Estate planning is an important process for adults of any age and financial status. A well-constructed estate plan can help provide for those you love while ensuring that your ...

Protect your finances during a divorce Article provided by The Law Office of David T. Schlendorf Visit us at http://www.dtslawfirm.com Nearly everything about a divorce is costly. That is because everything -- from child support, to spousal support and property division -- are financial issues. As you begin to separate yourself from your partner, the money problems really start to add up, and this can be very difficult. The good news is that while you endure the emotional stresses of a divorce, a legal professional can help you navigate the financial issues, too. ...

New Jersey motor vehicle accidents and distracted driving laws Article provided by The Maglione Firm, P.C. Visit us at http://www.themaglionefirm.com Distracted driving remains a leading cause of accidents in the United States. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recently reported that over nine people are killed every day by a distracted driver and an additional 1,060 victims are injured. There are a wide range of activities that can fall into the category of "distractions," but the top distractions that contribute to motor vehicle accidents include: ...

Distracted driving continues to be a major problem, CDC says Article provided by Ryan & Grinde, Ltd. Visit us at http://www.ryanandgrinde.com/ One issue that has increasingly received media attention over the past few years is distracted driving becoming a factor in more and more car accidents. As a result of these media campaigns, many states, including Minnesota, have enacted bans on cellphones or texting while behind the wheel. However, despite these laws and the efforts of law enforcement to address the problem, distracted driving continues to be a major ...

"This well located corner lot property with frontage on 2 roads has excellent potential," according to John Nicholls, president of the company. "The estate has instructed us to market and sell these 3 parcels and that equates to an amazing opportunity for you to buy at Auction!" "The well located property is close to downtown Fredericksburg, U. S. Route 3, Dalhgren, and Fairview Beach on the Potomac River, and is a rare offering at public auction," noted Nicholls. "The property consists of 3 parcels (the home on .78+/- acres, 32.4+/- acres of timber, and a 1 acre ...

TrackResults Software has announced that two of its Founding Partners will be speaking at ARDA World. The American Resort Development Association (ARDA) is the Washington D.C.-based trade association representing the vacation ownership and resort development industries (timeshares). ARDA has almost 1,000 corporate members ranging from privately held firms to publicly traded corporations with extensive experience in shared ownership interests in leisure real estate. ARDA World 2014, its' annual convention, will be held at the Venetian Hotel (Las Vegas) April 6-10. Sean ...