DURHAM, N.C.— An investigational combination of drugs already approved to treat obesity, migraine and epilepsy produced up to a 10 percent weight loss in obese individuals participating in a one-year clinical trial, according to researchers at Duke University Medical Center. Appearing online in The Lancet today, the study found that treatment with the controlled-release combination therapy consisting of phentermine and topiramate also achieved significant reductions in blood pressure and hemoglobin A1C. Study participants also experienced improvements in cholesterol, ...

The Antarctic Peninsula has warmed rapidly for the last half-century or more, and recent studies have shown that an adjacent area, continental West Antarctica, has steadily warmed for at least 30 years, but scientists haven't been sure why. New University of Washington research shows that rising sea surface temperatures in the area of the Pacific Ocean along the equator and near the International Date Line drive atmospheric circulation that has caused some of the largest shifts in Antarctic climate in recent decades. The warmer water generates rising air that creates ...

When viruses attack, one molecule more than any other fights back. Interferon triggers the activation of more than 350 genes, and despite the obvious connection, the vast majority have never been tested for antiviral properties. A team of researchers, led by scientists from Rockefeller University, for the first time has carried out a comprehensive, systematic evaluation of the antiviral activity of interferon-induced factors. The findings, published online today in the journal Nature, are a first step toward unraveling how these naturally occurring molecules work to inhibit ...

SALT LAKE CITY, April 11, 2011 – University of Utah geophysicists made the first large-scale picture of the electrical conductivity of the gigantic underground plume of hot and partly molten rock that feeds the Yellowstone supervolcano. The image suggests the plume is even bigger than it appears in earlier images made with earthquake waves. "It's like comparing ultrasound and MRI in the human body; they are different imaging technologies," says geophysics Professor Michael Zhdanov, principal author of the new study and an expert on measuring magnetic and electrical ...

A new analysis has found that childhood cancer survivors often suffer from sleep problems and fatigue, which negatively impact their attention and memory. Published early online in Cancer, a peer-reviewed journal of the American Cancer Society, the study indicates that addressing sleep hygiene among survivors of childhood cancer may help to improve their cognitive health. Cognitive problems, such as trouble with attention and memory, often arise in survivors of childhood cancer. These problems, which are either a direct or indirect result of treatment, negatively impact ...

Children with inborn errors of metabolism received vaccines on the same immunization schedule as did healthy infants, according to Kaiser Permanente Vaccine Study Center scientists who examined the Kaiser Permanente Northern California population. In addition, immunization was not associated with significant increases in emergency room visits or hospitalizations during the month following vaccination, according to Nicola Klein, MD, PhD, lead author of the study and co-director of the Kaiser Permanente Vaccine Study Center. The study appears in the current online issue ...

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WASHINGTON, DC (April 11, 2011) – Drinking 100 percent fruit juices could have protective health benefits similar to those of whole fruits, according to research presented in a literature review yesterday at the 2011 Experimental Biology (EB) meeting. Highlights from a new report summarizing recent research on the potential benefits of fruit juice suggest a positive association between intake of 100 percent juice and reduced risk for several chronic diseases, including cancer, markers for cardiovascular disease and cognitive decline. "While it is universally accepted ...

What began as a closed door and a "do not tell" in the swingers realm has recently become a popular trendy event. Swinging started out in the early war era when air force pilots would swap their wives. Some attribute the first type of these swinging events even further back to the time of the Romans. Since the Internet boom in the late 90s sites like SwingLifeStyle have given an all access place to meet and date swinger couples with a directory of swinger clubs across the US. When the social site boom happened a few years back, most companies and websites were left in ...

PacketMicro and High Speed Design Center (HSDC) announce today that they are offering the "Flex Probing System" family for testing large printed circuit boards (PCB). Comprising of Flex Positioners, Flex Scopes, and Flex Bridges, this system can typically be configured for either horizontal or vertical probing of large PCB in less than 10 minutes. "The unique, stackable structure makes our Flex Probing System the perfect solution for testing the PCB system in a vertical probing configuration," said Ben Chia, HSDC President. "With the 2 mega-pixel Flex Scope and the ...

A recent study reveals that the new electronic vaporizers are the answer for many people looking to quit their expensive addiction. The 6-month study was conducted on men and women ranging from the ages of 22 - 55. The incredible vapor technology applied in the research is made using a heating unit, stainless steel stick, and a flavor cartridges. The new technology is well tested and built to last with most manufacturers offering a lifetime warranty. The new versions used in this study have a stronger and more realistic taste. They also look and feel exactly like the real ...

The question is: Should you Trust a Tax Relief Firm? Its tough to do. Here are the steps to follow: 1. Ask them if they use licensed Enrolled Agents. Enrolled Agents are trained and licensed to negotiate with the IRS. 2. Ask for Real Case Histories. 3. Be careful with the quick quoter. If they don't care about your case details and quickly give a price and ask for money, proceed with caution. A good firm will be concerned with the details of your case before making promises. 4. Will they give you a tour of their operation? Here are a few case stories about ...

Alliance Benefit Group of Illinois (ABG) reached a corporate milestone in the first quarter of 2011, surpassing $2 billion in assets under administration. As of March 31, the company reported over $2.1 billion of retirement plan assets for which it provides daily valuation recordkeeping and administration service. Achieving the $2 billion asset mark has placed ABG in very select company among retirement plan administrators across the country. The Peoria based company is now in the top 1% (ranked by assets under administration) of retirement plan advisors in the USA (as ...

The re-opening of a Brian Hoffman's Red Skelton comedy show means there's great news for everyone who likes to laugh. Now entering his third year performing in Las Vegas as 'America's Favorite Clown,' Brian's newest version of the show will open just off the strip at The Westin Casuarina Las Vegas Hotel Casino and Spa located at 160 East Flamingo Road (corner of Koval and Flamingo) Starting April 19th show times will be every Monday and Tuesday at 2pm. Now you can take advantage of the upscale dining and gaming elegance and style in The Westin Casuarina Las Vegas Hotel ...

Odyssey Seminars will be having an Easter Carnival on Sat. April 23rd at Mile Square Park (south Euclid entrance) located in Fountain Valley, Orange Co., CA. 92708 Time: 1-6 PM. This will benefit TACA - Talk About Autism, Inclusion Infusion, Cub Scout Pack #667 and Boy Scout Troop #295. There will be game booths, craft booths, field games, egg hunts, egg decorating and more. Odyssey notes will be exchanged for cash; only these notes will be accepted at the park. Odyssey Notes are a way that local businesses can contribute to the charities as well as bringing new businesses ...

Gold's Gym, the world's leading authority in health and fitness, announced today that Kanye West can officially lay claim to the strongest song in the gym. After an intense nationwide vote, his popular track, nominated by Super Bowl XLII champion Michael Strahan, survived a star-studded bracket of 64 iPod all-stars to be named the greatest workout song of all time. "Stronger," West's 2007 hit from his "Graduation" album, was voted the winner in Gold's Gym's first ever March Music Madness competition. The competition was designed to put an end to the age old debate about ...

Cosmetology students at ITS Academy of Beauty may feel more like Fairy Godmothers than future stylists while providing services for young girls going to the prom this spring. The cosmetology schools in Forth Worth, Plano, Arlington, Irving, Hurst and Mesquite are offering a special Prom Pamper Package for only $35 through May 15. The package includes haircut, shampoo, deep conditioning, blow dry, style with up-do, basic manicure and pedicure, as well as facial make-up. Tip Overlay Nail Service is available for an additional $10. "Going to the prom is a memorable event ...

The U.S. federal income tax filing deadline is April 18, and many taxpayers who filed early are already receiving income tax refunds. That makes this the right time for those individuals to make smart moves to get out of debt, said Kevin Gallegos, vice president of Freedom Debt Relief, LLC (FDR). The Internal Revenue Service indicates that 78 percent of U.S. individual taxpayers receive an income tax refund. In 2008, the most recent information available, the average individual refund was nearly $3,000. Many surveys find that about half of U.S. taxpayers who receive ...

Homeowners purchase smoke detectors and household security systems to protect their investment, but often overlook a common problem that can be just as damaging to a home as a fire or burglary -- and that is water damage. Kristopher Chana, founder of Plumb Off Valve Distributors, understands the importance of his product in today's market. A victim of more than five floods himself; Chana designed a product that fit into a homeowner's everyday life. "When consumers leave their house, they turn off their lights and lock their door. The Plumb Off valve system offers consumers ...

Pennsylvania Man Charged with 20th Suspended License Violation Early in the morning on March 11, 2011 in Franklin County, Pennsylvania, police pulled over a man for an equipment violation on his vehicle. After running his license, police learned the driver had 19 prior convictions for driving with a suspended license and 8 convictions of driving with a DUI-suspended license. In Pennsylvania and many other states, your license will be suspended after a repeat DUI or if you have a particularly high blood alcohol content (BAC). The man was charged with driving with a ...

Proposed Legislation May Help Fight Prescription Drug Theft According to the National Drug Intelligence Center, $184 million dollars worth of prescription drugs were stolen in the U.S. alone last year. The prescription drugs ranged from opiates like OxyContin and Vicodin to drugs for erectile dysfunction. While many of these drugs are sold on the black market, an unknown amount also ends up back in pharmacies. This can cause problems for patients who take drugs that may have been tampered with or stored improperly. One such occurrence happened recently when several diabetes ...

IES, Ltd., one of the largest transportation software providers in North America, has been named as a Top IT Provider by Inbound Logistics magazine. Each year, the industry publication recognizes IT companies that enable logistics excellence through technology. Felecia Stratton, Editor, Inbound Logistics explains why IES was selected, "IES has consistently provided technology solutions that our readers need to successfully manage their global enterprises. As shippers, carriers, and 3PLs increase their use of logistics IT, IES continues to be flexible and responsive, ...

The Center for Autism and Related Disorders, Inc. (CARD), will host an "Art Auction for Autism" on Saturday, April 30, 2011 from 3:00pm through 5:00 pm at the CARD Virginia office located at 5400 Shawnee Road, Suite 208 Alexandria, Virginia. The event is open to the general public. "April is National Autism Awareness Month, therefore, we want to raise awareness about autism by organizing an Art Auction in hopes of bringing local communities together for a great cause," says Chelsea Burton, CARD Virginia Office Manager. "We are hoping to raise lots of money through this ...

After a new a strategic alliance with a top physician in Miami, concierge medical network and executive physical provider EliteHealth is pleased to offer its patients "scarless" surgery for common general surgical procedures - including appendectomy and gall bladder removal surgery. The procedure is performed via a small incision in the navel (belly button), and patients report less pain and typically recover within 24 to 48 hours after surgery. On Saturday, March 12th, a thirty-year-old female EliteHealth patient visiting the Miami Beach area from Venezuela was admitted ...

VQ ActionCare, creators of mature adult fitness equipment, is pleased to announce its partnership with Not Born Yesterday! newspaper, providing the voice of Southern California seniors. Through the partnership, the newspaper's more than 100,000 subscribers will have the opportunity to win a Resistance Chair through an exclusive giveaway contest featured in the newspaper's print and online editions. Recognizing the need for a convenient, at-home exercise system for mature adults that eliminates the need to join a gym or leave the comfort of their homes, VQ ActionCare created ...