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February 1, 2009
The key to long-term survival from treatment of mesothelioma is early diagnosis, which enables the greatest potential for success from standard therapies. Standard therapies include surgery, chemotherapy, and radiation therapy.
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January 31, 2009
Advanced Surface Ablation (ASA) is a laser vision correction procedure for the treatment of nearsightedness, farsightedness and astigmatism.
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January 27, 2009
Repetitive surges and drops in blood pressure and blood flow in the brain might make people with sleep apnea more prone to have a stroke and die in their sleep, according to a new study December 2008 issue of the Journal of Applied Physiology. Does a major flaw exist in sleep research?
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January 14, 2009
Qadoshyah Fish, a sister to a boy with Down syndrome felt moved to help other individuals with Down syndrome and their families. Down Syndrome: What You CAN Do, was written to share positive and truthful information about Down syndrome with families, doctors, and other professionals.
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January 11, 2009
Sleep apnea is known to cause increases in blood pressure and a six-fold increased risk of heart attacks and strokes. This study shows that sleep apnea and especially low oxygen saturation may be a risk factor for sudden cardiac death. CPAP and oral appliance therapy can lower increased risks.
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January 10, 2009
Banks is the inventor of the award-winning Outta Bed tool, which benefits those at risk of falling by acting as a "helping hand" to assist with getting in and around a bed.
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January 4, 2009
A wrongful death occurs when someone is killed as a result of the negligent or reckless actions of another person. In situations where a person's actions are intended to harm or kill the victim, it will be considered wrongful death as well.
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January 4, 2009
Poor vision is not an inevitable "side effect" of aging. You can potentially have clear vision for life by taking the steps necessary to care properly for your eyes, Cataract surgery is one way to do so, and is a simple, virtually painless method for regaining clear vision
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January 2, 2009
Oral Appliances and dental sleep medicine are growing in popularity compared to CPAP. CPAP and oral appliances are now considered first line treatments of sleep apnea and surgery is a secondary therapy. Too many patients do not like use their CPAP machines on a regular basis.
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December 27, 2008
Sleep apnea is known to cause increases in blood pressure and a six-fold increased risk of heart attacks and strokes. This study shows that sleep apnea and especially low oxygen saturation may be a risk factor for sudden cardiac death. CPAP and oral appliance therapy can lower increased risks.
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December 20, 2008
"Waiting for My Real Life" an independent, award-winning feature documentary is scheduled to screen in the Beverly Hills Hi-Def Film Festival, on Monday, December 29, at 7:30pm, at the Fine Arts Theater, 8556 Wilshire Blvd, Beverly Hills.
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December 9, 2008
When Thomas Hapka suffered a near-fatal brain injury, he didn't know what life had in store for him. Now he's teamed with Erick and Adam Rolfson of the Bring Back Brett Favre fan organization to publish "Letters To Brett Favre: A Fan Tribute".
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December 6, 2008
People with special needs, such as the physically disabled, are often incapable of maintaining good oral hygiene practices.
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November 19, 2008
Missouri band, comprised of blind and legally blind musicians, will hold its' first fundraising concert/event at the site of Dialog in the Dark, in the historic Union Station. The band's goal is to perform for future events and contribute a portion of proceeds to a charity involving the blind.
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November 17, 2008
New Jersey All Natural Italian Ice company donates promotional profits to Autism Family Services of New Jersey
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November 4, 2008
Maxi-Aids, industry-leading supplier of products for the Blind, Low Vision, Deaf, Hard of Hearing, Diabetics as well as those with mobility issues and other special needs, today released its annual list of Holiday Gift Ideas for Independent Living, featuring Christmas and Hanukkah Gift ideas.
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October 16, 2008
Maxi-Aids, the industry-leading supplier of products for independent living, is distributing an innovative product called the i-TELLpod Talking iPod Controller, which enables the Blind and those with Low Vision to use iPods by announcing stored information.
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October 15, 2008
She is tasked with teaching students with severe disabilities including autism.
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October 12, 2008
Ms. Allen is responsible for assisting clients in obtaining needed services and reviewing plans to enhance their quality of life.
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October 11, 2008
Ms. Young is proud to have the ability to ensure that her students make gains in skill development in reading, written expression and mathematics.
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