FRC: Ryan Bill Increases Abortion While Claiming to 'Reduce Need' for Abortion

WASHINGTON, July 22 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Family Research Council Tony Perkins said today that U.S. Rep. Tim Ryan's (D-OH) measure to "reduce the need for abortion" in reality would increase federal funding for Title X family planning and thereby increase the amount of money giv...

NEUTROGENA(R) and BabyCenter Sun Survey Finds While 'Mom Knows Best' She Can Learn Even More When it Comes to Sun Protection

LOS ANGELES, July 1 /PRNewswire/ -- NEUTROGENA(R), the #1 dermatologist recommended suncare brand, and BabyCenter LLC, the leading online resource for expectant and new moms, released today the results of a Summer Safety Survey that reveals that while moms understand the importance of sun protecti...

Obesity While Young Boosts Pancreatic Cancer Risk

Study points to yet another reason to maintain a healthy weight,,,,,, TUESDAY, June 23 (HealthDay News) -- Being overweight or obese as a young adult increases the risk for pancreatic cancer, and obesity in middle age is linked with poorer survival from the disease, a new study finds. ...

ICM Controls' Award-Winning Comfort Control Center Improves Comfort and Indoor Air Quality While Lowering Energy Costs

Helps Remove Excess Moisture for Increased Comfort, Reduced Risk of Mold (PRWEB) June 22, 2009 -- ICM Controls, a leader in the manufacture and supply of electronic controls to the HVACR industry, introduces its multi award-winning CC750 Comfort Control Center, an adv...

Almost Half of Those Over 60 Die While Waiting for Kidney Transplant

Study highlights need to get on list quickly, experts say,,,, THURSDAY, June 18 (HealthDay News) -- Nearly one of every two people over the age of 60 who are hoping for a kidney transplant will die while on the waiting list, new research shows. The study also found that other factor...

No Matter the Vehicle, Sending Text Messages While Driving Increases Risk of Accidents, Warns New York Auto Accident Lawyer

As auto accidents increase, more companies are banning employees from using their cell phones while driving, an act praised by New York car accident lawyer David Perecman. New York, NY (PRWEB) June 18, 2009 -- Stirring the pot in recent headlines lately was the story of...

Language Technologies Introduces ReadSmart Edition Apps(TM) for the iPhone(TM) and iPod(R) Touch; Unique Apps Improve Ergonomics of Reading while Retaining Look and Design of Print Books

Text in a Document is Optimized for Reading while Preserving the Designer's Layout TUCSON, Ariz., June 16 /PRNewswire/ -- Language Technologies, Inc., a software developer specializing in reading technology, today announced the launch of its ReadSmart Edition(TM) applications designed for the...

CEL-SCI Scientist Invited to Discuss Plans to Launch Unique Manufacturing Process That Saves Cost While Enhancing the Shelf Life of Drugs at 5th Annual Aseptic Processing of Sterile Drug Products Conference

VIENNA, Va., June 16 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- CEL-SCI Corporation (NYSE Amex: CVM ) announced today that Eyal Talor, Ph.D., Senior Vice President of Research and Manufacturing at CEL-SCI, has accepted an invitation to be a featured speaker at the 5th Annual Aseptic Processing of Sterile Dru...

New Online Home Health Service Launched in California to Expand Direct Patient Care Time While Lowering Costs

Today, HealthCare California announces that it is the first home health agency in California to implement an online service that answers the call from national leaders to utilize technology to improve health care. This home health software service equips all HealthCare California nursing and adm...

Keep Safety in Mind While Cooling Off in the Water

Youngsters need extra vigilance near pools, beaches and hot tubs, experts warn SUNDAY, June 14 (HealthDay News) -- Summertime brings pool parties, lazy days at the beach and boating trips to the lake. All that time in and around water also brings a heightened risk of drowning, acco...

Volvo Invites Customers to Cut Their Service Bills, While Supporting Pediatric Cancer Research

Cups of virtual lemonade purchased on www.lemonadestandforlife.com benefit Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation and can save $100 off a service bill ROCKLEIGH, N.J., June 12 /PRNewswire/ -- For the second consecutive year, Volvo Cars of North America will provide an opportunity for customers t...

Doctors Can Chat Online While Job Searching

Physicians who log on to www.jacksoncoker.com can view current, updated practice opportunities across the nation, and also chat in real time with recruiters who can answer questions and supply more detailed information. Alpharetta, GA (Vocus) June 11, 2009 -- Physicia...

Call to Action: Community Oncologists Propose 'Roadmap' to Reformed Payment System for Cancer Care; Quality Cancer Care Demonstration Project Will Create System, Enhancing Quality Cancer Care While Controlling Costs

WASHINGTON, May 26 /PRNewswire/ -- The Community Oncology Alliance (COA) announced today that it has created the Quality Cancer Care Demonstration (QCCD) project, a landmark initiative to transform the payment system for cancer care. The QCCD will focus on patients covered by Medicare (appro...

Kids More Apt to Smoke If Mom Did While Pregnant

Research suggests biological changes take place in the womb TUESDAY, May 19 (HealthDay News) -- Smoking while pregnant "biologically primes" the unborn child to become a regular smoker as a teen and young adult, according to a theory put forth by University of Arizona researchers. "...

Latinos in Chicago and Suburbs Face Alarming Numbers of Cases of Alzheimer's Disease While Thousands More are at Risk of Being Diagnosed

The growing number of Hispanic/Latinos with Alzheimer's and memory loss motivates the birth of a new initiative to address a comprehensive action plan CHICAGO, May 6 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- In Chicagoland alone, more than 135,000 Latinos currently suffer from Alzheimer's disease and oth...

'Blood Covered' Abortion Protests at Notre Dame: Pro-Lifers to Deliver 'Blood Covered' Dolls in Baby Carriages to Fr. Jenkins' Office While Notre Dame Trustees Meet

SOUTH BEND, Ind., April 30 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The following is being issued by Randall Terry, founder of Operation Rescue: On Friday, May 1, 12 Noon, protests will occur on Notre Dame campus while ND Board of Fellows and Board of Trustees meet. At least one dozen pro-life acti...

Asthma and Allergy Sufferers: Take in a Breath of Clean Air While Driving

BROADVIEW, Ill., April 30 /PRNewswire/ -- If you are among the 60 million Americans who suffer from asthma or seasonal allergies (according to the Asthma And Allergy Foundation of America) and are dreading an upcoming long drive, you have better chances of enjoying a comfortable ride than you may ...

Anchor Capital Calls on BioScrip Board to Pursue Cost Reductions While Exploring Strategic Sale to Unlock Shareholder Value

Argues That Best Opportunity to Maximize Shareholder Value Is Through A Sale to A Strategic Acquirer. RALEIGH, N.C., April 27 /PRNewswire/ -- Anchor Capital, a stockholder of BioScrip, Inc. (Nasdaq: BIOS ), announced today that it has sent a letter to the Board of Directors of BioScrip in...

The ICEcard Combines Peace of Mind and Social Responsibility in One Handy Card: Families Prepare for Emergencies While Supporting Worthy Causes

RANCHO SANTA MARGARITA, Calif., April 22 /PRNewswire/ -- It's not every day people have the opportunity to help themselves and their favorite charities at the same time. From April 1 through June 30, 2009, however, The ICEcard ( http://www.theICEcard.com ) is making it possible for anyone to do ju...

How Much Fish to Eat While Pregnant?

Experts debate pros, cons of consumption and mercury exposure SATURDAY, April 11 (HealthDay News) -- Women who are pregnant should include fish in their diet for optimal maternal health and fetal growth and development. That much health experts agree on. But just how much seafood ...

Leveraging Cloud Computing is the Latest Offering by ICG Consulting to Streamline Costs While Delivering Robust Business Process Solutions

In this challenging business and economic environment executives are looking for ways to streamline back-office operations without sacrificing the benefits technologies like content management, customer & supplier portals, and automated workflows can deliver. Scotts...

New P.E. Drug Approved In Europe While Premature Ejaculation Cure Remains Out of Reach to American Men

Demand for one of the leading, anti-premature ejaculation formulas is expected to soar after regulatory approvals for the first medicine for premature ejaculation are granted outside of the United States. Los Angeles, CA (PRWEB) April 3, 2009 -- American men who eagerly...

Male Cosmetic Surgery Slows Down While Female Cosmetic Surgery Advances

The American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery 2008 Procedural Survey shows a 2% decrease in male cosmetic surgery CHICAGO, March 31 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- For the first time in several years, male cosmetic surgery has declined 2% during 2008. The American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery (AACS), a...

Number of Revascularization Procedures, Related In-Hospital Mortality and Some Complications Decline, While Rates of Infection and Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS) Following Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG) Surgery Increase

Increases translate into $170 million in incremental Medicare spending in FY 2006 ATLANTA, March 31 /PRNewswire/ -- The number of revascularization procedures, related in-hospital mortality and some complications among Medicare beneficiaries decreased between 2003 and 2006. At the same time, ...

Saving Money While Protecting Your Health in Tough Economic Times

Milwaukee MD Saves Patients Money and Improves Health With Advanced but Affordable Diagnostics MILWAUKEE, March 23 /PRNewswire/ -- To save you money and save your health in these tough economic times, your physician may need to be part medical detective as well as a skilled medical doctor. ...

Patients, Senate, House Members Identify Significant Medicare Savings While Increasing Quality of Patient Care

Medicare Coverage of Cost-Effective High-Quality Home Infusion Can be First Step in Initiating Healthcare Reform WASHINGTON, March 5 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Patients on Medicare and Senato...

Cell phone studies: While walking or driving, cell phones increase traffic, pedestrian fatalities

Cell phones are a danger on the road in more ways than one. Two new studies show that talking on the phone while traveling, whether you're driving or on foot, is increasing both pedestrian deaths and those of drivers and passengers, and recommend crackdowns on cell use by both pedestrians and dri...

'Please Don't Forget Me: Stories of the Survivors': New Spiritual Memoir Shares One Couple's Reliance on God While Facing Adversity

BUFFALO, Wyo., Feb. 24 /PRNewswire/ -- In their touching new memoir, "Please Don't Forget Me: Stories of the Survivors" ( published by AuthorHouse ), Dave and Jane Long share their remarkable story about how God's grace during a time of adversity redefined, reshaped and strengthened their faith an...

Head Injury While Young Ups Epilepsy Risk

But treatment can prevent the illness from emerging, Danish researchers say MONDAY, Feb. 23 (HealthDay News) -- Children and young adults who suffer a traumatic brain injury are at high risk of developing epilepsy for more than 10 years after the injury, Danish researchers report. B...

Americans Forfeit Healthy Habits While Traveling According to New Year's Survey by Cambria Suites

New All-Suites Brand Provides Solutions for Travelers SILVER SPRING, Md., Feb. 19 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Although nearly half (45 percent) of American adults made a health-related New Year's resolution for 2009, more than two out of five (42 percent) have already fallen off the wagon, acco...

The New Crystalens HD Gives Many Baby Boomers and Seniors an Opportunity to See Clearly at All Distances while Reducing or Eliminating the Need for Glasses

Updegraff Vision Precision LASIK™ and Cataract Center announces the addition of the Crystalens HD to their existing portfolio of high technology lens implants. The Crystalens offered by Dr. Updegraff is helping the +50 consumer understand that they can do something about their cataracts an...

Little Cigar Consumption on the Rise, While Cigarette Use Declines

SCHIP Law Will Tax Little Cigars at Cigarette Equivalent for First Time WASHINGTON, Feb. 4 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- New data from the Maxwell Report indicates a dramatic increase in the use of cigarillos and little cigars over the past decade, a troubling trend given the popularity of these...

'The Health Captains - The Tooth Galaxy Mission': A Story of Two Heroes' Journey to Fend Off Damaging Tooth Elements While Sharing Proper Oral Care

BAY HARBOR, Fla., Feb. 4 /PRNewswire/ -- Dr. Xavier Azar is proud to present his new release, "The Health Captains - The Tooth Galaxy Mission" ( published by AuthorHouse ). Venture into a universe rich with fluoride ions, galactic toothpaste, toothbrushes and floss as superheroes Sammy Smile and G...

'The Two Martini Diet': How Author Lost 100+ lbs While Eating Well and Having a Drink

LITTLETON, N.H., Jan. 27 /PRNewswire/ -- Jerry Sorlucco, author of "A Good Stick" and "Facing Fascism," has written of his recent battle of the bulge. "The Two Martini Diet" ( published by AuthorHouse ) tells readers after facing a world of pain, he made the decision to lose weight. Jerry had...

The Doctors Company Provides Tips for Physicians to Minimize Risk While Practicing Medicine by Phone or E-mail

As telemedicine continues to increase in popularity, it is critical for physicians to understand potential risks when communicating with patients by e-mail or phone. The Doctors Company, the largest national insurer of physician and surgeon medical liability with 44,000 member physicians, has dev...

Ski Resorts Celebrate National Safety Awareness Week While Keeping Patrons in the Dark About Safety Plans

Ski Resorts Emphasize Personal Responsibility Rather Than Their Own SACRAMENTO, Calif., Jan. 16 /PRNewswire/ -- With this Saturday marking the start of National Safety Awareness Week (Jan. 17 - Jan. 23) by the U.S. ski industry, skiers and snowboarders may notice more safety monitors than usu...

Study to explore ethical challenges health professionals face while caring for children with LTNMDs

(Baltimore) The Greenwall Foundation recently awarded two core faculty members of the Johns Hopkins Berman Institute of Bioethics a grant that will allow Drs. Gail Geller and Cynda Hylton Rushton to explore the ethical challenges health professionals face while caring for children and families af...

Winter Travelers Often Take Higher Risks While Overseas

MEDEX Global Group Recommends Covering Injuries from Snowboarding, Skiing, Scuba Diving, Extreme Travel and More Baltimore, Md. (Vocus) December 9, 2008-- This winter thousands of vacationers will venture overseas and engage in recreation that can lead to serious injur...

When to Get Back Behind the Wheel While on the Road to Recovery

Early discussion with your orthopaedic surgeon is the driving force for a safe return to the roadways ROSEMONT, Ill., Dec. 1 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ - - While many patients recovering from orthopaedic surgery or any musculoskeletal injury may be anxious to get back into their old routine...

Marlo Thomas and St. Jude Children's Research Hospital(R) Kick Off The 5th Anniversary of the Thanks and Giving(R) Campaign Asking America to Support St. Jude While Shopping this Holiday Season

Jennifer Aniston, Robin Williams, Antonio Banderas, Washington Redskins' Jason Taylor join Marlo Thomas in this year's TV Spots to support the campaign with country superstars Keith Urban and Brad Paisley taking to the airwaves with Thanks and Giving radio messages NEW YORK, Nov. 24 /PRNe...