DALLAS – April 4, 2013 – Physician-researchers at UT Southwestern Medical Center have identified a vulnerability of certain lung-cancer cells – a specific genetic weakness that can be exploited for new therapies. Although researchers have long known that mutant versions of the KRAS gene drive tumor formation and are key to cell survival in non-small cell lung cancer, the blocking of activated KRAS has proven difficult. For years, investigations have explored stopping lung cancer at this junction, which also would have an impact on many other cancers. KRAS mutations, for ...

Despite Dangers, One In Five Nursing Home Residents Are Given Antipsychotics Article provided by Knapp & Roberts Visit us at http://www.krattorneysneglect.com It would be shocking to walk into a nursing home and find dozens of patients restrained by straps and chains, unable to move simply because the restraints make it easier to control their behavior. Yet many residents of nursing homes across the United States face restraints, but not by straps. Antipsychotic drugs -- which are approved for use in patients with schizophrenia and other mental disorders ...

Florida criminal law: crime dropping in the rural areas of Hillsborough County Article provided by Bauer Crider & Parry Visit us at http://www.floridadefense.com Overall, the crime rate dropped by a respectable 7 percent in the more sparsely populated areas of Hillsborough County outside the Tampa metro, according to the Tampa Bay Times report about data recently released by law enforcement. Unincorporated numbers In Feb. 2013, the Hillsborough County, Fla., Sheriff's Office released crime data for the unincorporated parts of the county. The unincorporated ...

The consequences of property and debt division during a divorce Article provided by Rubin, Rubin & Wilcox Visit us at http://www.rrwlaw.com As part of the divorce process, all married couples must divide their marital property and their marital debt. When it comes to divorce, asset division can be challenging for all couples. However, when one is a billionaire, much more can be at stake. Billionaire divorce problems Oil tycoon and CEO of Continental Resources, Harold Hamm, is seeking a divorce from his wife, Sue Ann Hamm, in Oklahoma. Harold Hamm is estimated ...

U.S. Supreme Court considers warrantless drunk driving blood tests Article provided by Law Office of Derek W. Emmons, P.C. Visit us at http://www.criminallawyersanantonio.com Whenever police suspect that a person has committed a crime, one of their biggest priorities is securing evidence to support a conviction. However, the police do not have unlimited powers in this regard. Pursuant to the Fourth Amendment to the U.S. Constitution, every person in the United States has the right to be free from unreasonable searches and seizures. It isn't always clear, though, ...

Income tax tips for the newly divorced Article provided by Herbert W. Laine, P.C. Visit us at http://www.chesapeakelawoffice.com In the immediate aftermath of a divorce, there are a lot of issues that need to be sorted out. One of the more difficult tasks arises when new divorcees prepare their first income tax return after the marriage dissolution has been finalized. In most cases, this tax return will be very different from the returns the couple filed during the course of their marriage. Because post-divorce tax issues can be so complicated, new divorcees ...

Boating writer Robin G. Coles will be signing copies of her new book, Boating Secrets: 127 Top Tips to Help You Buy and/or Enjoy Your Boat at Loggerhead Marina in Daytona, FL on Saturday, April 6, 2013. The author will be available during the marina's first Saturday of the Month Cookout beginning at 12:00noon. Based on interviews with 11 marine industry experts, Coles' new book provides answers for both new boaters and old salts. Her questions answer a wide range of subjects, including how to buy the perfect boat, getting insured and financed, what's involved in ...

Change Making Change Fund, (CMC) a non-profit organization dedicated to helping children around the world through the collection of pocket change, today announced that Keep A Child Alive will be the recipient of non-designated donations in April 2013. All non-designated money donated this month to Change Making Change through convenient Coinstar kiosks will support a global effort to provide treatment, food and orphan care to those affected by HIV/AIDS in Africa and India. Co-founded by actress and musician Alicia Keys and Leigh Blake in 2003, Keep A Child Alive currently ...

Dr. Aric Giddens, a partner with the medical practice, Memphis Obstetrics and Gynecological Association, PC (MOGA) has been presented with the 2012 Physician Leadership Award from Saint Francis Hospital - Bartlett. According to Jeremy Clark, CEO of Saint Francis Hospital - Bartlett: "One of the factors which undoubtedly led to Dr. Giddens' selection for the annual physician leadership award was his involvement with the implementation of our hospital's electronic healthcare records system. Although this was a major project, I knew that we would ultimately succeed, ...

Book Publicity Services announces the release of a new informational article on its website. The article "How To Promote Your Book On A Budget" gives authors a variety of different publicity tools that can be used to promote their book online for as inexpensively as possible. It is expected that after reading this article, an author will have a clear understanding of the online book promotion process. "Authors are often worried about how to get people to buy their book," said Kelsey McBride, Publicist at Book Publicity Services. "Promoting your ...

Faustson Tool (www.faustson.com), a worldwide leader in five-axis manufacturing technology, was recently honored by the Jefferson County Economic Development Corporation (www.jeffco.org) at the 20th Annual Industry Appreciation Awards Breakfast. At the March 21st event, held at the Arvada Center for Arts & Humanities, Jeffco EDC presented Faustson with a Business Recognition Award for the company's growth in primary employment and capital investment. "Receiving an award like this requires the right combination of management, stellar employees, and the latest ...

The event entitled, Springtime in the 'Park', will assist young professionals in breaking out of spring fever through socializing and experiencing a great establishment. Soukle events are unlike other networking and social events in the Atlanta area. Soukle focuses on exposing young professionals to a variety of venues and placing them amongst other like-minded professionals each month. Soukle has held 14 social events since its startup, connecting over 500 local young professionals with one another. Our events are not driven by numbers but rather by organic engagement ...

Nossaman LLP today announces the election of a new firmwide managing partner, Orange County-based litigator George Joseph. Mr. Joseph assumes the post on the heels of Michael Heumann, who has served as managing partner since 2007. Mr. Joseph joined the firm in 1983 and has served on the firm's Executive Committee and numerous other management committees during his tenure with Nossaman. "I am extremely honored and humbled by this election and by my partners' faith in my abilities," said Mr. Joseph." Michael has been an outstanding leader over the past six ...

Oakwood Escrow proudly announces a partnership with DSM Luxury, a Beverly Hills luxury marketing company. DSM Luxury will partner with Oakwood Escrow for their upcoming Oakwood4HOPE Celebrity Golf Classic happening this Summer, the weekend of July12th & 13th.. DSM Luxury is a special event full service marketing company that specializes in creating, producing, and co-sponsoring Luxury events in Las Vegas and Southern California. Since their debut in the Las Vegas market in 2009, DSM Luxury has produced over 75 luxury events ranging from VIP Hangar Parties, Automotive ...

No longer will swimmers be excluded from the fitness tracking trend. Waterfi, a San Diego based tech company, announced today that they have completely waterproofed the extremely succesful Nike+ FuelBand. Now swimmers, surfers, and triathletes can start racking up Nike Fuel points, even at depths up to 100 feet underwater. The original Nike+ FuelBand was launched in February of 2012 to a large consumer demand and in turn, a short supply. A part of the wave of fitness quantifying trackers released in the last couple years, the Nike+ FuelBand separates itself from the ...

A late May grand opening is anticipated for Pardee Homes' newest neighborhood - Meadow Ridge at Canyon Hills in Lake Elsinore. Model home construction is underway and home shoppers can join the interest list now at http://www.pardeehomes.com/meadow-ridge. Meadow Ridge, featuring homes with Pardee's exclusive GenSmart Suite, will consist of 147 single-family detached homes, including both one- and two-story floor plans. Homes at Meadow Ridge will range in size from approximately 2,385 to 4,241 square feet with up to seven bedrooms, three to five baths, and three- and ...

For the past eight years, the Annual George Thanhauser Bike for Hope has been growing in number of participants and funds raised. This year, organizers are expecting the biggest turnout yet for this fundraiser benefiting the Foundation of Hope for Research and Treatment of Mental Illness, also known for its annual Thad and Alice Eure Walk for Hope every October. The Ninth Annual Bike for Hope, sponsored by CAPTRUST, will be held Saturday, April 27, at Trek Bicycles of Raleigh at 10911 Raven Ridge Road. Three rides will be offered - 50-mile, 32-mile and 15-mile - and ...

In a statement issued today from their New Jersey headquarters, Victory Commerce LLC has announced that they have secured a prestigious Authorized Retailer contract for 2013 to sell officially licensed MLB apparel from Majestic Athletic and subsequently launched their retail site, http://www.ikesbaseball.com. Victory Commerce is a full-service eCommerce and eMarketing company based in Cherry Hill, NJ. The company's Founder and CEO, Joseph Chiaccio had the following to say regarding the launch, "Ike's Baseball is a project several years in the making. We wanted to ...

Tiger Woods, Phil Mickelson, Rory Mcllroy and more will be on oversized display screens at Golfer's Grail Indoor Golf & Tap during Masters week. The indoor golf facility in Tampa will host daily events and competitions April 11-14 during the first of golf's four major championships. This will be four exciting days of indoor golf activities for those that enjoy the game; no matter how well you play golf. The Masters Watch and Play event will include live coverage of the 2013 Masters Tournament on the Grail's 16'x10' screens, complimentary hors d'oeuvres from Vizcaya ...

Sonorous Entertainment Inc. inaugural launch of "Christian Minstrel Pioneers" radio series is set to air Wednesday, April 3rd at 3pm MT on MileHiRadio.com. The program will re-air again on MileHiradio.com Saturday at 2pm MT. Christian Minstrel Pioneers is a radio series that takes an in depth look into the stories and historical events behind the music and times of each of Sonorous Entertainment's Platinum Gospel groups and artists who have played a major role in the shaping of today's gospel music. The first of the eight one hour episodes will feature the influential ...

Tropical Roofing Products, a national manufacturer of quality commercial building products and innovative solutions for the professional roofer, announced today the Roof Coatings Manufacturers Association (RCMA) has awarded Richard Zegelbone, President at Tropical Roofing Products, as the recipient of the RCMA's prestigious Martin A. Davis Industry Leadership Award for 2012. "Richard has been a committed member since day one of the organization. He is a former President of the RCMA and was one of the charter members since RCMA's inception. He is an individual worthy ...

IOMIC USA, manufacturer of innovative, revolutionary and dynamically designed grips, announced today that two top-ten finishers at the Shell Houston Open used IOMIC grips. "It was an exciting tournament to watch, with 20 players separated by only four shots going into the final round. We congratulate the top finishers on their outstanding rounds and we look forward to watching IOMIC grips in play at the upcoming Masters," said Katz Murai, Overseas Division of IOMIC. The weather-delayed final round interrupted play for several of the top-ten finishers and ...

The Autism Spectrum Disorder Foundation (www.myASDF.org), a national organization that provides financial assistance for families living with autism, is pleased to announce its sponsorship of the Flying High With Autism conference presented by Autism Pensacola and the University of West Florida. Flying High With Autism is an annual autism conference that gathers leaders who have overcome various forms of autism. Designed to provide hope, inspiration, and education to parents and other loved ones of people living with autism, the conference gives attendees the opportunity ...

Advanced Networks Data Center (under the 48first label) withstands Hurricane Sandy with no loss of service. Advanced Networks provides email application and disaster recovery hosting via its self-owned data center just outside of New York City. When Hurricane Sandy hit the East Coast in late October, many NYC- and NJ-based technology companies were faced with power outages, service interruptions, and even physical damage. In lower Manhattan, for example, widespread flooding at data center buildings on Broad Street and Whitehall Street led to loss of service for several ...

Clayton Sleep Institute (CSI), a leading independent organization dedicated to all aspects of sleep medicine and healthy sleep, is partnering with Saint Anthony's Health Center in Alton, Ill., in their newly expanded Sleep Center. A combined staff of CSI and Saint Anthony's sleep experts will work with patients, offering a comprehensive sleep practice using state-of-the-art science and technology. "We are excited about bringing the physicians and sleep experts from Clayton Sleep Institute to Alton," said Sister M. Mikela, Vice President of Patient Care Services ...