Should All Kids Be Screened for Depression? This Expert Says Yes and Explains How It Can Save Lives

FREDERICKSBURG, Va., June 23 /PRNewswire/ -- According to a new report from the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force, teenagers should be routinely screened by doctors for depression. The group said that all 12- to 18-year-olds should fill out screening questionnaires that can show potential risk f...

No More Jalapenos? No Problemo! Salmonella-Free Alternatives : No More Jalapenos? No Problemo, yes Poblano!

With the recent announcement made by the FDA regarding further instances of Salmonella poisoning linked to a jalapeno pepper in Texas, restaurants and foodies alike are scrounging for spicy alternatives. However, those sweating it out over the jalapeno crisis do not have to sacrifice the heat! St...

Enjoy the Full Sound Spectrum in a Stylish Way, with Audeo YES

The world's smallest completely wireless hearing system uses innovative technology to improve speech comprehension in all hearing situations STAFA, Switzerland, Jan. 20 /PRNewswire/ -- Phonak, the world's leading manufacturer of innovative hearing solutions, is introducing Audeo YES. With Au...

New Cutting Edge Technology Restores Sight to Patient Gwendolyn Hayes

Recent advances in eye care technology may be of help to the visually challenged. Westlake Village, CA (PRWEB)April 9, 2009 -- New advanced technology, called PRELEX has restored sight to Khanna Institute patient, Gwendolyn Hayes. This recently FDA approved technology ...

Smoking a greater risk than HIV? Yes say health experts!!!!

A research backed by the British government says that smoking will turn out to be the biggest killer in the years to come, surpassing the threat of even HIV. The British broadcasting corporation reported on Monday that in the developing world smoking will kill more people than any other disease in ...

For Treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis, Surveyed Rheumatologists and Patients Differ In Their Perception of Bristol-Myers Squibb's Orencia

...and insurance coverage. Orencia's patient-targeted message of 'Oh, yes I can!' ranks first among patients. This message encompasses many of patien... "Orencia's consumer marketing group is doing a great job with the 'Oh, yes I can!' campaign. The greatest percentage of patients we surveyed correctly...

Pelosi House Leaders, Committee Chairs Remarks at Press Conference on America's Affordable Health Choices Act

...about being able to pass health care.] Chairman Rangel. Well I think that Steny Hoyer said it, "yes we will." Speaker Pelosi. yes we will. And George, do you want to speak to that? Chairman Miller . Well, I concur on what Chairman Rangel said that throughout our very lo...

Full Transcript of Pelosi Press Conference on Health Care Reform

...tion from Congress. And further, if these same intelligence community were asked, "Is there anything else we should know?" whether they said yes or whether they said no. Thank you all very much. And, again, let's thank Diane and Joe and Phil and Tammy for being with us today. ...

The Time To Rethink Male Circumcision Is Now, Group Says In Launching www.intactamerica.org

...s the patient, not the parent, and neonatal circumcision is definitely not in the patients' best interest," said Dr. Van Howe. "As an adult, I can say yes or no based on informed consent. An infant obviously cannot do that." Dr. Storms, who is also Research Director in the MSU Family Medicine Res...

Intact America Launches Campaign to Change How America Thinks About Male Circumcision

...s the patient, not the parent, and neonatal circumcision is definitely not in the patients' best interest," said Dr. Van Howe. "As an adult, I can say yes or no based on informed consent. An infant obviously cannot do that." Dr. Storms, who is also Research Director in the MSU Family Medicine Reside...

National Day of Health Care Service

...pen from 7:00 AM to 1:00 PM and offer balloons for kids and healthy refreshments. For more information, please contact Healthcare for Everyone - yes we Can! at 248-515-7695. For More Information Contact: Mike Galle Executive Producer & Creative Director Special D Events, ...

Favorable Vote From FDA Advisory Committee on SEROQUEL Pediatric Supplemental New Drug Applications

...n children and adolescents (10-17 years of age). The Advisory Committee voted as follows: Questions to the Advisory Committee yes No Abstain 1. Has Seroquel been shown to be effective for the treatment of schizophrenia in pediatric patients ages 13-17? ...

If You Could Travel to Mars, Would You Go?

...ntrance they will be asked the seemingly simple question "Would You Go To Mars?" and their responses will be digitally counted as they enter through a yes or NO gate. At the exhibit's exit, the question is repeated: "Would You Still Go to Mars?" - this time eliciting from visitors a more reflective answ...

Is There a Meaningful Difference Between Healthcare IT Consulting Firms for Staff Augmentation?

... yes there is. WESTFIELD, Ind., May 26 /PRNewswire/ -- maxIT Healthcare LLC (maxIT), a leading professional services company for healthcare providers,...

BTIG To Hold 7th Commissions for Charity Day

...da.com/foundation The Robin Hood Foundation - www.robinhood.org The Sallie Foundation - www.teenscreen.org Say yes to Education, Inc. - www.sayyestoeducation.org St Jude's Children's Research Hospital - www.stjude.org The Tom Coughlin Jay ...

Increasing ICS compliance: The voice may be recorded, but the results are real

...he computer might ask, "Many people with asthma don't take their controller medicines when they feel well. Is that ever true for you?" Those answering yes would then hear a brief message about the difference between relievers and controllers and why the latter should be taken every day. Alternatively...

BANDIT Questions the H1N1 Media Craze, and Tries to Give AIDS Its Sexy Back!

... - where it is in Europe - and where should you go or not go, breathe or not breathe. But more than a disease, it's now also a fashion illness... yes you read right. The good people of Mexico City have by now gotten so used to wearing surgical masks, a "trend" that the bird flu started a few years a...

Listening Up in a Down Economy: Better Hearing Institute Launches Public Service Campaign for Better Hearing and Speech Month

...r me to answer? - Do I have trouble hearing over the telephone? - Do people get annoyed because I misunderstand what they say? People who answer yes to any of these questions may be having difficulty hearing, and it may be slowing them down in an already tough job market. According to a BHI na...

Latina Actress Constance Marie Opens Up About Her Struggle to Conceive and Shares Her Knowledge on Organic Baby Care.

...tance, "it's all worth it." Constance's latest project -- being a completely 'green' mom. From Luna's nontoxic nursery to her organic clothes and yes - even the cloth diapers - Constance is raising Luna in a natural environment. "Luna's health has been impeccable, and I think her surroundings are a ...

One in 50 Americans Lives With Paralysis

...alysis and Spinal Cord Injury in the United States : Paralysis affects 1.9 percent of the U.S. population. That reflects the number who answered yes to two questions: Do you or does anyone in this household have any difficulty moving their arms or legs? Spinal cord injury, one cause of paralysis...

FDA Advisory Committee Recommendation on SEROQUEL XR Supplemental New Drug Applications

... Nothing contained herein should be construed as a profit forecast. NOTES TO EDITORS: Questions to the Advisory Committee yes No Abstain 1. Has SEROQUEL XR been shown to be effective as a treatment of: -- MDD as an adjunct therapy? 9 1...

National Physicians' Study: Nearly One Third Would Choose Different Career Today

... Ages Ages Ages Ages Ages Total 25-34 35-44 45-54 55-64 65+ yes 70% 100% 68% 70% 68% 90% No 30% 0% 32% 30% 32% 10% "...

FDA Advisory Committee Recommendation on SEROQUEL XR Supplemental New Drug Applications

... Nothing contained herein should be construed as a profit forecast. NOTES TO EDITORS: Questions to the Advisory Committee yes No Abstain 1. Has SEROQUEL XR been shown to be effective as a treatment of: -- MDD as an adjunct therapy? 9 1...

Largest Organ and Tissue Donation Event in U.S. to Cap April's National Donate Life Month Observances

...roclamations LOS ANGELES, April 8 /PRNewswire/ -- Supporters of organ and tissue donation are raising their voices to inspire everyone to "Check yes at the DMV" through a broad spectrum of programs across the Southland during National Donate Life Month in April. Capping the schedule is the seventh ...

Physician Survey Highlights Advantages of Government Locum Tenens Jobs

...ject to the hassle/headache of insurance denials, justifications or prior authorizations." "Correctional medicine pays more and has less, yes less, aggravation than private practice." "Everything equal, VA beats private practice locum every time." Although almost half of...

Patient Infection Rates Controlled by Unique Program at Outpatient Cancer Clinic

...uilding to fill out a survey asking whether they have one of 11 respiratory symptoms. A licensed practical nurse staffs the survey desk. If you answer yes to any of those questions you are placed into isolation, tested for a respiratory virus and put somewhere else so you don't put other patients at risk...

Spoonfuls of Strawberries Help the Cholesterol Go Down

...a "super fruit." California strawberries are grown and available year-round in supermarkets across the country. Below are a few more reasons to say yes to the red berries: Strawberries contain a powerful mix of antioxidants which are critical to warding off chronic diseases and prom...

Monday Smiles Asks Are You Suffering From Sombereconitis? Take This Quiz & Find Out!

... around the gloom of the current market? Are you fearful that the worst is yet to come? LOS ANGELES, Feb. 25 /PRNewswire/ -- If you answered yes to any of these questions, you may be suffering from Sombereconitis. At least according to Chappale Linn Burton, author of How to Choose Happiness...M...

Gift of Life Celebrates 35th Anniversary as National Leader in Organ Donation

...ndbreaking piece of legislation that would help foster a greater understanding of donation while also empowering state residents with the means to say yes to organ and tissue donation. The proposal has two components - one that would create a curriculum about donation that would be taught throughout sta...

A life with pain -- new study examines the experiences of older people

...y not being able to paint one's own toenails, essential with summer sandals! Two walking sticks mean I can't hold my grandchild's hand. Small things yes but they matter." Dorothy Bristow, as above. "Simple tasks like lifting a grandchild from their cot and bringing them downstairs become a cause f...

Make a Mental Wellness New Year's Resolution: How to Reduce Stress and Maintain Mental Health and Wellness in the Face of Economic Challenges

... are hitting all-time lows, savings are rapidly dwindling, and the cost of living is rising. Are American families feeling the strain? The answer is yes according to the latest AP/Yahoo poll. The number of people who say they are personally happy is at 59 percent, down from 70 percent in September. A...

Fresh Thinking: Harvard Business Review Article Explores When and How Companies Must Reinvent Their Businesses

... model needs changing, such as tough new competitors on the horizon. Decide whether reinventing your model is worth the effort. The answer is yes only if the new model changes the industry or market. "Reinventing Your Business Model" is available online at Harvard Busin...

Almost Two-Thirds of Americans Meet Exercise Guidelines

...hat causes some increase in breathing or heart rate?" Those who answered yes were then asked, "How many days per week do you do these moderate activitie...t causes large increases in breathing or heart rate?" Those who answered yes were then asked, "How many days per week do you do these vigorous activitie...

Yankee Equity Solution ("YES") Launches $50 Million Fund for Mass.-Based Medtech Companies

...their commercialization efforts. Specifically, the yes Medical Technology Fund will provide growth capita...STON (Business Wire EON) November 21, 2008 -- The yes Medical Technology Fund's Managing Director, John ... from California to Massachusetts. "The yes Fund is looking to invest in medtech companies tha...

Statement by Californians For SAFE Food Regarding Proposition 2 Results

...rinary, consumer, business, agricultural, labor and community groups who lent their energy, expertise and support to the No on Prop. 2 campaign. The yes on 2 campaign, backed by one of the nation's richest Washington DC-based special interest and lobbying groups, led an emotionally manipulative, dishon...

NO on Prop 8 Campaign Slams Dishonest Mailer Targeting African-American Voters

...end the California Constitution." The mailer drew a strong reaction from San Francisco District Attorney Kamala Harris. "It is despicable that the yes on 8 campaign would send out a last minute mailer to the African-American community in a clear attempt to mislead voters about Senator Barack Obama's ...

10 Minnesota Nursing Homes Named in Class Action Lawsuit Against Extendicare

...re's policy is that anyone who shows up with one of the serious medical conditions on the "Green Flag" list qualifies for "Automatic Admissions/Always yes Immediately." This policy does not take into account whether the facility is able to meet the resident's needs or the needs of the residents already r...

Why Law Enforcement Supports Proposition 4

...s Dennis Downum of Calaveras County, Bob Brooks of Ventura County, Ed Prieto of Yolo County and James Mele of Tuolumne are urging Californians to vote yes on Proposition 4. YESon4 1703 India St., San Diego, CA 92101 http://www.YesOn4.net Contact: Margi Pearson -- (619) 435-5014 or (619) 88...

Taming Your Temper: Learning to Turn Down the Heat

...uscle tension or an elevated heartbeat when you get angry? -- Do you try to hide or suppress your angry feelings from others? If your answer is yes to even just two of these questions, you should seek professional guidance to help you learn how to better express your anger. A Marriage and Family T...

Perceived discrimination affects screening rates

...s among African-American, American-Indian/Alaskan-Native, Asian and Latino adults. The data set included 11,245 respondents. "Respondents answered yes or no to 'was there ever a time that you would have gotten better medical care if you had belonged to a different ethnic group?' However, we were not ...