Established science that is founded on decades of study, trials and testing by the CDC, FDA and other health officials around the world clearly states that inhaling combusted organic material deep into the lungs is the root cause of most smoking related illness and disease. This fact does not set well with special interest groups that are heavily funded by major pharmaceutical companies. Anti-Smoking groups like Live Tobacco Free Austin oppose electronic cigarettes based on the use of the ingredients in them, stating that they do not know what is contained in them while ...

SAN FRANCISCO, CA—October 28, 2012— Scientists at the Gladstone Institutes and the Stanford University School of Medicine have discovered how modifying a gene halts the toxic buildup of a protein found in nerve cells. These findings point to a potential new tactic for treating a variety of neurodegenerative conditions, including amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS, or Lou Gehrig's disease)—a fatal disease for which there is no cure. The Gladstone and Stanford scientists began their experiments independently before realizing that combining their efforts could strengthen ...

BOSTON, MA (October 28, 2012)—Not all women diagnosed with operable breast cancer present with a single tumor; some have multifocal disease appear in the breast, which means multiple tumors found in the same breast quadrant, while others have multicentric disease, where multiple tumors are found in separate breast quadrants. Multifocal or multicentric disease is not a standard indication to receive radiation after mastectomy. For patients who undergo lumpectomy, radiation dose and extent is not altered based on multifocal or multicentric disease compared to patients presenting ...

BOSTON, MA (October 28, 2012)—Men whose testosterone drops following radiation therapy for prostate cancer are more likely to experience a change in PSA levels that signals their cancer has returned, according to new research from Fox Chase Cancer Center. The findings will be presented on October 29 at the American Society for Radiation Oncology's 54th Annual Meeting. Specifically, men whose testosterone fell following various forms of radiation therapy were more likely to experience an increase in prostate-specific antigen (PSA)—often the first indication the cancer ...

BOSTON, MA (October 28, 2012)—Rectal cancer is more likely to spread to the lymph nodes in younger patients, according to new findings that Fox Chase Cancer Center researchers will be presenting on October 29 at the American Society for Radiation Oncology's 54th Annual Meeting. The results—which are the first of their kind—suggest that doctors should search for spreading more aggressively in these patients. Once rectal cancer has spread to the lymph nodes, it is more likely to return to the pelvis following surgery. Administering chemotherapy and radiation before surgery ...

Canadian scientists have determined that routine electrocardiogram (ECG) results for patients with atrial fibrillation (AF) — the most common form of irregular heart beat — can help doctors identify those at higher risk of adverse cardiovascular outcomes, including death. This knowledge will help doctors improve the treatment and prognosis of atrial fibrillation. Through a retrospective analysis of thousands of patient files, researchers at the Montreal Heart Institute and the University of Calgary learned that a routine 12-lead surface ECG — in which 12 different electrical ...

Canadian scientists have discovered that a protein called resistin, secreted by fat tissue, causes high levels of "bad" cholesterol (low-density lipoprotein or LDL), increasing the risk of heart disease. The research, presented today at the Canadian Cardiovascular Congress, proves that resistin increases the production of LDL in human liver cells and also degrades LDL receptors in the liver. As a result, the liver is less able to clear "bad" cholesterol from the body. Resistin accelerates the accumulation of LDL in arteries, increasing the risk of heart disease. The ...

Getting a flu shot may not only protect you from getting sick, it might also prevent heart disease. Two Toronto-based researchers presented studies at the 2012 Canadian Cardiovascular Congress which found that the influenza vaccine could be an important treatment for maintaining heart health and warding off cardiovascular events like strokes and heart attacks. Dr. Jacob Udell, a cardiologist at Women's College Hospital and the University of Toronto, and his team from the TIMI Study Group and Network for Innovation in Clinical Research looked at published clinical ...

Online television network, FirstRun.tv (www.FirstRun.tv) and NexTV Entertainment (www.mynextv.com) have announced an alliance whereby FirstRun.tv will launch a new channel to showcase entries to NexTV's Web Series and Indie Film Competitions. The new channel will be called NexTV and will occupy Channel 6 within FirstRun.tv's lineup. Entering their fourth year, the NexTv competitions present submitted independent web series, shorts, TV pilots, features, documentaries, and animation to a panel of judges consisting of Hollywood insiders. NexTV panels have included agents ...

Local residents are invited to celebrate the grand opening of the city's newest recreation spot, the 11.5-acre Sports Park at Spencer's Crossing, Murrieta's master-planned community by Brookfield Residential Properties. The event will take place on Saturday, Nov. 3 starting at 8:30 a.m. The event, organized by Valley-Wide Recreation and Park District and sponsored by Brookfield Residential, will show off the highly anticipated community amenity with its lighted soccer and baseball fields, basketball court, tot lots and concession stand. Located at the corner of Max Gillis ...

According to The United States Fire Administration (USFA) and the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), home fires are more prevalent during the winter season. Furthermore, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission states that during the two months surrounding the holiday season, more than 14,000 people are treated annually in hospital emergency rooms due to injuries related to holiday decorating. Christmas Decor provides professional holiday and event decorating eliminating unnecessary accidents for local residents. Its designers are trained to execute lighting ...

10-22-12 - The Internet's #1 experts directory at FindAnExpertOnline.com is relaunching the newest version of their website. The revised, revamped and renewed website, launched on their eighth anniversary has two main functions- to be THE go-to website for answers to questions, solutions to problems and access to sage advice for the world's top experts, AND to offer experts, speakers, coaches , consultants and gurus a vehicle to promote their expertise. Find An Expert Online offers access to expert advice through videos, podcasts, submitted articles, blog posts and announcing ...

Whimsical Winds Wind Chimes announced a number of exclusive pre-holiday deals today, available to early bird gift seekers now through the end of December. Those shopping for a gift can find these deals available on Whimsical Winds Wind Chimes' online store, starting November 1st, 2012. "Our new holiday deals will be available on whimsicalwinds.com throughout the holiday shopping season, and will include many well-known wind chime brands such as Shenandoah Melodies, Woodstock Percussion, Bells of Vienna, and Kara's Creations," said Alexander Innes of Whimsical ...

Philadelphia trial lawyer G. Scott Vezina of Feldman Shepherd Wohlgelernter Tanner Weinstock & Dodig LLP presented a continuing legal education (CLE) program about the strategies for the use of mock and shadow juries to attendees of The Legal Intelligencer's 2012 Litigation Summit on Sept. 13, 2012. "I was pleased to assist my fellow trial attorneys in understanding the use and importance of mock trials prior to trying a case and the use of shadow juries during a case," said Vezina, who has tried cases throughout the United States on both the plaintiff ...

Worth Casualty Insurance Company today announced that it has partnered with SEMCAT to integrate its automobile insurance business with the SEMCAT comparative quoting solution. The 100% quoting accuracy of SEMCAT shows off the features of the Worth Casualty Insurance products and is available immediately for independent Texas insurance agencies. Worth Casualty Insurance, a leading provider of automobile insurance solutions for the Texas marketplace today announced its partnership with comparative quoting provider SEMCAT Corporation. Through their partnership, the companies ...

What are the hottest new fitness products that consumers will be clamoring for this holiday season? Best-selling author Jennifer Cohen ("No Gym Required") has announced her picks for this year ranging from the affordable to the more elaborate and expensive: Punk Rope ($7) - Brings jumping rope to a new level; ideal for on-the-go fitness buffs. Available in 10 colors, they come with a recommended jump rope workout. 50 Shapes of Grey DVD ($9.99) - The DVD developed by fitness expert Kristen James is sexy and fun and corresponds to various chapters of ...

Westfield Old Orchard's (Skokie Blvd. & Old Orchard Rd.; 847-673-6800) Wfamily event series is back yet again, striving to help introduce children to learning through literature and creativity. This month's event, Turkey Tales, is held at Barnes and Nobles' lower level, 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. November 3. Kids are invited to explore their imaginations during story time with the Skokie Public Library and get creative, with a make-it-and take-it craft. The hour-long event is open to pre-school aged children with no registration necessary. Westfield Partners with ...

Part of the Herbert H. and Sofia P. Reuner Library Writers Series presented by The Ulster Community College Foundation Inc. Joe Donahue, Vice President of News and Programming at WAMC Northeast Public Radio, will interview Ackerman about her work, creativity and writing challenges, and facilitate the audience discussion. Donahue hosts The Book Show and The Roundtable. Ackerman is the author of two dozen highly acclaimed works of nonfiction and poetry, including the best selling A Natural History of the Senses, Dawn Light and The Zookeeper's Wife, a true story about Catholic ...

Manhattan's chic Upper East Side can now purchase the number one trendsetting designer footwear, Footzyfolds, right on Madison Avenue at the renown Zchemist and Zitomers. The one-of-a-kind store is known for its selective choice of brands, and for carrying prestigious luxury gift and beauty products such as ReVive, Roger and Gallet, Bvlgari, Frederic Fekkai, Rene Furterer, and Portolano. The infamous store is the go-to place for celebrities to get their top of the line beauty products and accessories, and now they can purchase Footzyfolds' top of the line trendy, compact, ...

Huthwaite, the world's leading sales performance improvement organization, today announced the launch of a comprehensive online Center for Research (HCR) at http://www.HuthwaiteResearch.com that will help sales and marketing executives improve their sales results by learning how to determine the real needs of today's buyers. The Huthwaite Center for Research is a separate division of Huthwaite. The foundation for the new research center is built upon groundbreaking results of HCR's just-completed proprietary global research study, "Focus on the Buyer." The ...

Band Together NC, a Triangle-based organization that uses live music as a platform for social change, has announced Communities in Schools of Durham County and Communities in Schools of Wake County as its 2014 nonprofit partners. Both Communities in Schools are nonprofit organizations whose mission is to surround students with a community of support, empowering them to stay in school and achieve in life. The two organizations will jointly partner with Band Together on its annual event that has produced as much as $566,000 in net proceeds for the community. "We were ...

Fleet managers from some of the largest companies in the United States met in Tampa, FL last week for NAFA's 2nd Annual Mastering International Fleet Management Seminar. The three-day event (October 16-18) was developed by NAFA in cooperation with FleetVision and featured expert speakers who covered the major aspects of fleet operations in Europe, Asia, Australia, Central America, and South America. The seminar was sponsored by ARI, Athlon Car Lease International, eco frotas, Toyota, Phh Arval BNP Paribas Group, and Wheels. Automotive Digest and Fleet Europe were media ...

Cable manufacturer, Northwire, Inc. (NWI), today announced their debut on DIY network's hit television show, I Hate My Kitchen. Northwire's rapid design and manufacturing met the tight timelines for the remodel and show production. Northwire-NWI Lab 360 is the premier partner for the design, manufacture and contract engineering services of custom technical products for diverse markets. NWI Lab 360 leverages professional certifications in Six Sigma , Lean, Project Management and the American Society for Quality to optimize design, manufacturing and quality to achieve the ...

Intelliware was nominated under the Sustainability category which recognizes contributions toward enhancing how vibrant communities can be built through improved social well-being, strong and diverse economies and the maintenance and improvement of the environment. "Building a sustainable business is not a sprint, it's a marathon," explains Greg Betty, Founder and CEO, Intelliware. "As a result, all we do focuses on ensuring we can viably maintain our operations. Sustainability is embedded in our corporate guiding values which were created for staff by ...

After a successful LA screening at the LA Femme Film Festival and sell-out Arizona premier, inspirational film, Sacred Journey of the Heart continues for its second week at Harkins Camelview Theatre in Scottsdale. Producer Ronna Prince has been on hand for Q and A and to greet her audiences after each 7 pm show this week. According to Prince "Audience members have been so gracious They have greeted me warmly after seeing my film and are thanking me for providing this healing forum for them. It's as if they are sharing the wisdom and sentiments I have expressed ...