ANN ARBOR, Mich. – Millions worldwide die each year because they can't afford a pacemaker. Meanwhile heart patients in the United States say they'd be willing to donate theirs after death to someone in need. In the current issue of Circulation, experts at the University of Michigan Cardiovascular Center examine the legality and logistics of collecting pacemakers, after they are removed for burial or cremation, for sterilization and reuse across the globe. Small humanitarian efforts have shown reusing pacemakers is safe and effective with little risk of infection and ...

Researchers at Yale School of Medicine have found that new disease pathways involving more than one cell type leads to Type 1 Gaucher disease, a rare genetic disorder in which fatty substances called glycosphingolipids accumulate in cells, resulting in liver/spleen enlargement, osteoporosis, bone pain, and increased risk of cancer and Parkinson's disease. The new findings could lead to less expensive and more effective ways to treat the disorder, which affects about 1 in 50,000 people in the general population. Those of Eastern and Central European (Ashkenazi) Jewish ...

A new report issued by the International Osteoporosis Foundation (IOF) for World Osteoporosis Day puts the spotlight on the severe impact of spinal fractures and calls on health professionals to recognize the signs of these fractures in their patients. "The widespread under–diagnosis and lack of treatment of spinal fractures, leaves millions of people around the world with chronic pain, deformity, disability and at high risk of future fractures," says Professor John Kanis, President of the IOF. As many as two-thirds of spinal osteoporotic fractures are not recognized ...

GOLDEN, Colo. (October 20, 2010) – A new independent study by HealthGrades of patient outcomes at America's hospitals found that patients at 5-star rated hospitals had a 72% lower risk of dying when compared with patients at 1-star-rated hospitals -- an enormous gap that has held steady over the past years even as overall mortality rates have improved. According to the study, if all hospitals performed at the level of 5-star rated hospitals over the three years studied, 232,442 Medicare lives could potentially have been saved. Released today, the Thirteenth Annual HealthGrades ...

Nagoya, Japan, 20 October 2010– The economic importance of the world's natural assets is now firmly on the political radar as a result of an international assessment showcasing the enormous economic value of forests, freshwater, soils and coral reefs, as well as the social and economic costs of their loss, was the conclusion of The Economics of Ecosystems and Biodiversity (TEEB) report launched today by TEEB study leader, Pavan Sukhdev. "TEEB has documented not only the multi-trillion dollar importance to the global economy of the natural world, but the kinds of policy-shifts ...

For the month of October, BookWhirl.com features the book The Healers by Thomas Heric and author Cheryl Madeleine Lodico. The featured book, The Healers by Thomas Heric is a suspense thriller about the dark future of health care. The featured author is retired teacher, Cherul Madeleine Lodico, who successfully fulfilled her dream of being an author. The Healers is the first book in Thomas Heric's new series. Set in the year 2021, The Healers introduces the mysterious Aesculapian Healers who offer complete cures of most illnesses with a money-back guarantee. The main ...

1on1 Boxing Fitness, Mesa's premier boxing and fitness facility, fighters Terry Bam Bam Perkins, Miguel Alverado, Breenan Killa B Macias and Geovanni Canizales will compete this Wednesday and Thursday at the two-day Copper Gloves tournament at the Arizona State Fair. "I hope to bring home four Copper Gloves champions, these fighters have been training hard leading up to this fight" said 1on1 Boxing Fitness Owner, certified conditioning specialist and former professional boxer Christopher Terry. "I expect each one of these guys' unique fight style to come out strong and ...

Students of Christian theology desiring to learn about the true nature of Jesus Christ can gain fascinating insights through an online course on Christology being offered by Virtual University. The course is written and instructed by Brian Neese, who is pursuing a Masters degree in Theology. "Christology is the fundamental essence of Christianity," Neese explains. "It examines the basic questions that every Christian has wondered about and must explore. Why did Christ come for us? How does Christ relate to God?" In his course, Neese examines early church doctrines ...

Novosoft LLC, jointly with Kaspersky Lab, has announced the new campaign - "Double Protection!". According to the campaign conditions, until October 31, 2010 it is possible to purchase backup software Handy Backup Professional and antivirus software Kaspersky Internet Security 2010 with the 30% discount. "Effective data protection for home and especially business requires not only a robust anti-virus and anti-spyware", - said Alexandr Prichalov, head of Novosoft Development Department. - "It requires also a strong backup program, allowing to automate all backup operations ...

The Small Business Webpage Optimization Service offered by Excelsior SEO, a Houston based search engine optimization company has been improved to further assist small business owners survive in these struggling economic times. This program was implemented to help small businesses compete competitively with larger companies that have dominated the Search Engine Results Page (SERP) for products and services. Excelsior SEO was founded in 2010, and is one of the fastest growing companies for search engine optimization products, by offering affordable search engine optimization ...

September is national Alopecia Awareness Month. In an effort to bring awareness to hair loss, Trinity Lace Wigs recently gave away an Indian Remy Human Hair Front Lace Wig. One lucky contestant was chosen from numerous entries from around the state of Texas. The contest ended on September 30, 2010. This was a special contest limited to medically related hair loss entrants in the state of Texas. In previous give-a-ways, winners were chosen from across the nation. Stephanie Anderson, Hair Replacement Specialist/ Stylist of Trinity Lace Wigs and Salon wanted the opportunity ...

Ike Kinlaw, an Exercise Physiologist, BS, and developer/founder of TrimDog, utilized proven methods to help people lose weight for over a decade. When Kinlaw's own dog, Lily, was diagnosed as overweight it was only natural that he look toward the same weight loss principles he counseled to humans to benefit his own dog. That's when TrimDog got its start. "The TrimDog Weight Loss System is designed to successfully mirror healthy weight loss systems for humans - a wholesome diet combined with exercise and a more active lifestyle," according to Kinlaw. The TrimDog Weight ...

DIG Coaching Practice presents an episode on Attention Talk Radio with Jeff Copper, attention coach, in an interview by Gayle Wojnar of Inspiration Talk Radio. Jeff shares his insight around what it means to be an attention coach and relates how removing obstacles can help those with ADD/ADHD actually achieve their dreams. With a diagnosis of dyslexia and a learning disability as a child, Jeff Copper grew up looking for his own obvious solutions that were not so obvious to others. He became a competitive swimmer with worldwide ranking and achieved a master's degree ...

Eco-story LED Lighting Solutions today announced that it has received Underwriters Laboratories approval for par 30 (2 models) and par 38 GU24 base lamps. This approval provides a solution for commercial contractors, builders and architects looking to meet California's Energy Code regulations, also called Title 24, which requires energy efficient lighting in new construction. Eco-story's LED products will allow restaurants, hotels and retail outlets to meet these standards without sacrificing quality. California established Title 24, Part 6 of the California Code of ...

Providing an affordable, hassle-free solution for tire retailers, E-Solution Professionals (ESP) launches their latest product, ezytire. Powered by the widely used Tireweb, ezytire sets itself apart by providing extensive inventory and pricing information for each retailer. "One of the big problems tire retailers encounter when developing and maintaining a website is keeping their inventory and pricing up to date. We knew we could solve that problem by using the data stored in our Tireweb product", says Rob Rupert, President of the North American Division at ESP. With ...

Just in time for Integrated Systems Europe 2011, Atlona Technologies has added to their list of International Distributors with LYS & AV-TEKNIKK AS. Leading AV distributors in Norway, LYS & AV-TEKNIKK specializes in such products as switchers, extenders, converters, cables, and more making an only appropriate fit with solutions based manufacturer, Atlona Technologies. This past September, L&AV became the exclusive Atlona distributors in Norway due to their high quality solutions and innovative products for solving signal challenges in broadcast, digital signage and many ...

In a field one summer's day, a grasshopper was hopping about with great joy, dancing between blades of grass and chirping with pride. He was excited about the potential of his new invention and yearned for someone to help him finish it. Along came an ant, busily constructing a home that would withstand the unpredictable storms of the fall. Head down and shoulders tucked, the ant methodically molded loose fibers into a fortress of impressive strength. "Come see my invention," chirped the grasshopper. "It will blow your mind!" "I'm busy turning these loose strands, ...

With the start of the 16th running of the world-famous Dunlop Targa NZ motoring event due to take place this coming Labour Day, the organisers behind New Zealand�EUR s premier motorsport event recently confirmed their ongoing relationship with New Zealand�EUR s longest running classic car magazine �EUR" and, as they did for the inaugural Targa NZ in 1995, NZ Classic Car will once again print the official Dunlop Targa NZ Programme. The 2010 Dunlop Targa NZ Programme �EUR" given away free with the November issue of NZ Classic Car �EUR" not only contains a full ...

The Apple iTunes Store is better known for hawking the latest Katy Perry and Lady Gaga singles than for taking chances on new artists. Over the years, the official line has been a repeated assertion that the company is in the market to fill iPods, and that they have no designs on becoming a record label. But with the traditional label-driven music industry now a largely outmoded system, it seems more than coincidental that iTunes has begun to champion unsigned, independent artists. Regardless of Apple's motivations, one can certainly see where an artist would stand to ...

McManis Faulkner, a leading Northern California trial firm, has added Gregory Ward, who recently retired from the Santa Clara County Superior Court after 20 years as a judge. Ward will focus on intellectual property litigation and joins the firm as of counsel. "In a period when so many retire from the bench only to go into private judging or arbitration, we are tremendously pleased that Greg has bucked this trend and decided to practice with us. His extensive experience on both sides of the bench will be an invaluable benefit to our clients and our attorneys, who have ...

CariFree, the leader in caries prevention, is combating cavities this holiday season by stuffing stockings with candy. The company's cavity-fighting lollipops, Xyli-Tots Lollies, are specially formulated to keep even the naughtiest mouths nice without sacrificing taste. Practically indistinguishable from candy store lollipops, CariFree's Xyli-Tots Lollies are sugar-free and delicious. The special ingredient is a naturally occurring sugar substitute known as xylitol, which targets cavity-causing bacteria and decreases acidity within the mouth. The resulting neutralization ...

Guide by Cell President and founder Dave Asheim will appear at the Western Museums Association's 2010 Annual Meeting for a panel entitled "BYOT (Bring Your Own Technology): Mediating the Visitor Experience in the Cell Phone Age." Asheim will give a presentation on the past, present and future of mobile technology in museums, followed by technology planning presentations from fellow panelists Sandra Jackson-Dumont, Deputy Director for Education at the Seattle Art Museum and Kate Burns, Interactive Media Producer at the Portland Art Museum. The purpose of the panel ...

In 1965, Art Stone had a vision of creating a women's only facility where they could feel pampered and get in shape. Now the largest full-service women's only gym in California, Total Woman Gym & Day Spa will celebrate its 45th anniversary with nearly 10,000 women across nine Southern California locations from Oct. 23-30. Founders Art and Adrienne Stone will be recognized for their contribution to Total Woman at the festive weeklong events, featuring a DJ, children's activities, class demos, tours and membership specials. In honor of October being Breast Cancer Awareness ...

"I have used this hair dryer for over nine years now and I would recommend it to any salon professional or client. It's powerful, lightweight, and last many years. Elchim hair dryers have never let me down and I recommend them to all my clients. I used to get them from the local beauty supply store but now I relized that I can get a better price online at Beauty Stop Online. It's my new favorite store, they have low prices, a great selection, and all the top brands." The addition of Elchim tools to Beauty Stop Online's family is an exciting moment. BSO offers numerous ...

Still, if you want your mudroom to be more efficient, or if you want to create a mudroom, there are some basic guidelines to follow. "The mudroom was designed as a way to keep wet and/or dirty shoes and clothes out of other parts of the house. Yet it doesn't take much for the clutter in a mudroom to get out of control so that it becomes an obstacle on your way in and out of the house," said Dave Kushner, owner of DirectBuy of Northern Illinois. "By incorporating a few organizational ideas and using some 'user-friendly' materials, your mudroom can be a cleaner operation." For ...