In the News
A Milestone in Cancer Genetics:deCODE
Monday, January 19, 2009
Scientists at deCODE genetics (Nasdaq: DCGN) and colleagues from the US and ten European countries today announced a long-awaited first in cancer research: the discovery of common single-letter variations in the human genome (SNPs) linked to susceptibility not of one, but several different types of cancer, including those of lung, bladder, prostate, skin and cervix.… continue reading
New options in photoprotection
Monday, January 19, 2009
Dermatology Times E-News
Kohala Coast, HI — When talking about photoprotection, we all know we are talking about the entire package, such as seeking shade, using sunscreen and sun protective clothing, and wearing hats and sunglasses, said Henry W. Lim, M.D.,… continue reading
Top 50 Best Small and Medium Employers in Canada!
Saturday, January 17, 2009
Woodstock, Ontario – Uvalux Tanning and Support is pleased to be named among the Top 50 Best Small and Medium Employers in Canada. The study, now in its fifth year, is published in the Globe and Mail. Uvalux has strong family and community connections, which are evident by the way they conduct themselves in everyday business.… continue reading
The question of vitamin D
Saturday, January 17, 2009
Daily Gleaner – Fredericton,New Brunswick,Canada
To take or not to take – that is the question when it comes to vitamins. And the one everyone seems to be talking about these days is vitamin D. It has been reported to be effective in preventing things like osteoporosis and some kinds of cancer.… continue reading
Seasonal Variation in Blood Pressure and Outdoor Temperature
Saturday, January 17, 2009
A French study reported in the 12th January issue of Archives of Internal Medicine has found a strong correlation between blood pressure and outdoor temperature in a large sample of the elderly.(1) As a result, the investigators advise that, during periods of extreme temperatures, careful monitoring of blood pressure and antihypertensive treatment “could contribute to reducing the consequences of blood pressure variations in the elderly”.… continue reading