CHAPEL HILL, N.C. – A study led by researchers at the University of North Carolina indicates that a newly approved blood thinner that blocks a key component of the human blood clotting system may increase the risk and severity of certain viral infections, including flu and myocarditis, a viral infection of the heart and a significant cause of sudden death in children and young adults. For the past 50 years, people with the heartbeat irregularity, atrial fibrillation, and others at increased risk for forming potentially life-threatening blood clots have been given the ...

Jena (Germany) The Earth is dynamic. What we perceive as solid ground beneath our feet, is in reality constantly changing. In the space of a year Africa and America are drifting apart at the back of the Middle Atlantic for some centimeters while the floor of the Pacific Ocean is subducted underneath the South American Continent. "In 100 million years' time Africa will be pulled apart and North Australia will be at the equator," says Prof. Dr. Falko Langenhorst from the Friedrich Schiller University Jena (Germany). Plate tectonics is leading to a permanent renewal of the ...

Johns Hopkins scientists say they have evidence from animal studies that a type of central nervous system cell other than motor neurons plays a fundamental role in the development of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), a fatal degenerative disease. The discovery holds promise, they say, for identifying new targets for interrupting the disease's progress. In a study described online in Nature Neuroscience, the researchers found that, in mice bred with a gene mutation that causes human ALS, dramatic changes occurred in oligodendrocytes — cells that create insulation for ...

New research predicts that rising temperatures will lead to a massive "greening," or increase in plant cover, in the Arctic. In a paper published on March 31 in Nature Climate Change, scientists reveal new models projecting that wooded areas in the Arctic could increase by as much as 50 percent over the next few decades. The researchers also show that this dramatic greening will accelerate climate warming at a rate greater than previously expected. "Such widespread redistribution of Arctic vegetation would have impacts that reverberate through the global ecosystem," said ...

Scientists at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine have discovered a new biological pathway of innate immunity that ramps up inflammation and then identified agents that can block it, leading to increased survival and improved lung function in animal models of pneumonia. They reported their findings today in Nature Immunology. Pneumonia and other infections sometimes provoke an inflammatory response from the body that is more detrimental than the disease-causing bacteria, said senior author Rama Mallampalli, M.D, professor and vice chair for research, Department ...

It is known that family-based treatment that combines nutrition and exercise education, along with behavior modification, is a good approach to help children lose weight. But clinic-based weight-control programs for childhood obesity are not accessible to many families, due to issues such as cost or time commitment. Initial studies at the University of California, San Diego School of Medicine indicate that a self-help treatment program for overweight children and their parents, guided by clinical experts, may be an effective solution. The study, led by Kerri Boutelle, ...

OAKLAND, Calif., April 1, 2013 – Chicken pox, the childhood affliction of earlier generations, has been largely neutralized by the varicella vaccine, according to a new study by the Kaiser Permanente Vaccine Study Center, which appears in the current online issue of Pediatrics. The 14-year study followed 7,585 children who were vaccinated in 1995, when they were 12 to 23 months old, to assess the long-term effectiveness of the vaccine and the impact on the epidemiology of varicella (chicken pox) and herpes zoster (shingles). Researchers also observed the impact of the ...

Philadelphia, Pa. (April 1, 2013) - By middle age, most people have age-related declines in near vision (presbyopia) requiring bifocals or reading glasses. An emerging technique called hyperopic orthokeratology (OK) may provide a new alternative for restoring near vision without the need for glasses, according to a study, "Refractive Changes from Hyperopic Orthokeratology Monovision in Presbyopes", appearing in the April issue of Optometry and Vision Science, official journal of the American Academy of Optometry. The journal is published by Lippincott Williams & Wilkins ...

Every month, tens of thousands of people are searching for jogging stroller reviews online. Unfortunately, only a handful of websites currently provide legitimate reviews, making it difficult for athletic parents to find unbiased information. "It's a shame; it's hard for athletic parents to find information about jogging strollers. You never know whether you're going to make the right choice when it comes to safety and reliability" says Henry Stinson, one of the staff members at the newly launched website, BestJoggingStrollerReviews.org The site provides ...

Geranium Street Floral says plants and flowers give a very different feel to any environment: they can add vitality and color to a room that otherwise would be cold, or add serenity to a busy environment, such as a doctor's office waiting room. Bob Smith, general manager of San Marcos, CA-based Geranium Street Floral, says artificial flowers or plants can be placed in key locations, such as a coffee table, a corner of the room or in the eaves of a window, to really add atmosphere. Artificial plants can add an elegant and sophisticated air to a space without creating ...

Research conducted by the Society for Human Resource Management shows that 50% of all resumes and applications contain false information. The U.S. Department of Commerce identifies employee theft as the cause of 33% of all business failures. The Department of Justice claims workplace violence accounts for 18% of all violent crimes. 66% of negligent hiring trial cases result in jury awards averaging $600,000 in damages. Can your business afford to skip important, yet inexpensive steps such as background checks which could save time, money and headaches when it comes to hiring? Statistics ...

GreeningtheInn's target audience of green-minded hoteliers and consumers will find a more user-friendly version of their signature "Green Catalogue," launched Friday, March 28. Both the visual design and search function have been improved to provide users with easier functionality. Companies wishing to list their product(s) in the Green Catalogue have three options available to them, including a basic free listing or upgrades to premium or featured listings. For more information on the Green Catalog, visitors can go to http://www.greeningtheinn.com, click ...

Dr. Pratik Desai, MD FACC, President of Avance Care, P.A. announced that Dr. Jennifer Thompson and Dr. Payson Thompson will join the team of medical professionals at Avance Care Morrisville, located at 6402 McCrimmon Parkway, Suite 100. Dr. Jennifer Thompson, a Board Certified Family Physician, is originally from Buffalo NY and relocated to Raleigh in 1997. Dr. Thompson received her undergraduate training from SUNY Buffalo and UNC Chapel Hill, and then attended the Brody School of Medicine at East Carolina University. She comes to Avance Care with experience gained ...

This content, normally reserved exclusively to our Workamajig Deployment and Workamajig Re-deployment consulting solutions, is now available to general audiences for the very first time. Of the numerous Project Management seminars on the market, few are focused specifically on the unique needs for advertising and marketing Agency Project Managers, and none are Workamajig specific - except for ours. To be held in Portland, Oregon from May 21 to May 24, 2013, this Project Management seminar will focus on agency best practices and ways to utilize the many benefits of Workamajig ...

The release of Bentgo, the modern all-in-one stackable lunch box, was announced today. This announcement comes at the heels of almost a year of research, development and product testing. BPA free, FDA approved and accompanied with a 2 year warranty from date of purchase, Bentgo is a reusable, highly durable and affordable solution to the common lunch box. Each lunch style unit includes two stackable containers with lids, built-in plastic silverware and a secure strap for easy transportation. Made up of a strong plastic form that is microwave, dishwasher and freezer ...

Concepts II Completion's owner and designer, Cathy Gabriel, has spent the last few months hand selecting each item for the line of DIY wedding supplies. We recognized DIY brides are here to stay and it is important for us to embrace what is no longer a trend but the new normal. DIY brides can now go to conceptsiicompletion.com and choose from a large selection metallic paper, pocket-fold invitations, invitation backers, invitation boxes, gorgeous ribbon and much more. I' ve always tried to give my brides more than one option for having the wedding invitation and program ...

TLC Tender Lawn Care announced today the expansion of fertilizer treatment schedules and weed control in Advance, Clemmons, Lewisville, Lexington and Thomasville. "We are getting rave reviews from our fertilizing and weed control treatments," said Jeff Goldstein, President of TLC Tender Lawn Care. "We now offer our lawn care services to more small towns and cities around Winston Salem. Get your grass healthy and ready for the warmer weather." TLC Tender Lawn Care offers a broad range of lawn care treatments. This is the time of year for fertilizing ...

Boker's announces the release of its 2013 Stamping Brochure, providing a comprehensive summary of the company's stamping capabilities. With over 94 years of experience in precision metal stamping production, Boker's satisfies complex, intricate stamping applications. Using innovative technology and manufacturing concepts, Boker's extensive offering includes flat blanking and piercings in a complete range of sizes up to 12" x 12", metal forming in thicknesses from .005" to .134" and draws up to 3" deep and 8" in diameter to meet diverse application ...

The global independent authority on web design and development firms, bestwebdesignagencies.com, has ranked guerrilla interactive, LLC as a best design firm in the categories of Web Strategy, UX Design, and Mobile Website Development for the past 3 consecutive months. Hundreds of companies were included in the evaluation of professional web design and mobile design services. Only the best service providers in the industry were considered for the rankings list to provide customers of web and mobile design services with a list of companies that excel at what they do. The ...

The team at Bystrictin, which is a natural alternative to gastric bypass surgery, is speaking out on a new article that covers some common problems individuals face on their quest to lose weight. A new article highlights these difficulties, and offers solutions for those looking to change the number they see on the scale. For individuals who exercise regularly, a static scale is a frustrating and fairly common complaint. Dozens of exercisers are mystified when they go to the gym every day, but still fail to see noticeable results. Unfortunately, experts note that being ...

There is no way around it, technology has impacted every aspect of our children's, and especially our teen's, lives. Just as social media and cell phones revolutionized the way they communicate, technology has also made a big difference in the way teens straighten their teeth. Traditional metal braces have, in large part, given way to more advanced braces techniques and invisible options like Invisalign and Invisalign Teen. Invisalign Teen has many treatment advantages for our teenage patients and tends to be an ideal fit for kids with active, social lifestyles. "Braces ...

King Jewelers, Nashville's expert jewelers and source for fine jewelry, Swiss timepieces, platinum engagement rings and certified loose diamonds, will be celebrating the Nashville Diamond Extravaganza from April 1st to April 30th, 2013 in the King Jewelers showroom in Green Hills, Tennessee. After last year's extremely successful Nashville Diamond Week, King Jewelers has opted to dedicate an entire month to everything diamonds and diamond jewelry. The first two weeks will focus on diamond engagement rings and designer diamond jewelry; the third week will consist of a men's ...

In articles recently published in WorldNetDaily and Canada Free Press, Erik Rush cited that American gun makers are in an even better position to determine the motives of the Obama administration than the millions of Americans who have come to believe they are in peril from the government. "This is why dozens of them have stated that they will no longer do business with the federal government, states, or localities that pass legislation further infringing on Americans' rights under the Second Amendment," the columnist says. "Over the past year," Rush ...

April 1 marks the first day of national Distracted Driving Awareness Month and the first day that sophomore, junior, and senior students at Lamar, Reagan, Austin, and Yates High Schools can enter the Text Free Texas Scholarship Program. Sponsored by the Houston law firm of Abraham, Watkins, Nichols, Sorrels, Agosto & Friend, the scholarship program is intended to promote awareness about the dangers of texting while driving, particularly among teens, and encourage teen drivers not to use their cell phones while behind the wheel of a vehicle. A total of four $250 scholarships ...

The Hampton Inn & Suites Atlanta Airport Hotel (North, I-85) offers nearby lodging to guests attending the 16th Annual TAKUAH WAAJID World Natural Hair Health & Beauty Show. Taking place April 27-28, 2013 at Georgia International Convention Center (GICC), the event offers the largest natural hair competitions, FREE consumer and professional workshops, hands-on professional workshops, national and international exhibitors, top natural hair care educators, live entertainment, and more. "Bringing together the industry's best natural hair and skin care professionals, ...