Powerful, New Pet Owner Education Software For Veterinarians

January 4th, 2008

OVS is pleased to announce the release of DIA, a revolutionary pet owner communication tool.

January 4th, 2008

Ways To Reduce Gassiness

January 4th, 2008

Gassiness: It’s embarrassing, bothersome and — yes, smelly. Sometimes, changing diet can clear the air. Temporarily avoiding certain foods can help identify causes of gassiness. The January issue of Mayo Clinic Health Letter lists foods that sometimes are the culprit:Dairy products: The sugar lactose in dairy foods is a common cause of gas. Nonprescription products such as Lactaid or Dairy Ease may help. [click link for full article]

Exercise relieves symptoms of menopause

January 3rd, 2008

The symptoms of menopause are reduced particularly in African-American women, who reap the greatest benefits with moderate physical activity.

Health Coverage Improves Health, Reduces Heart Complications

January 3rd, 2008

For every 100 uninsured people with heart disease or diabetes before age 65, we found that with Medicare coverage they had 10 fewer major cardiac complications.

Recent Violence, Sexual Assaults Will Reverse Gains Made Against HIV/AIDS

January 3rd, 2008

Widespread sexual assaults during postelection violence in Kenya likely will reverse gains made in the fight against HIV/AIDS.

Participation In Organized High School Activities Lowers Risk Of Smoking

January 3rd, 2008

Students who participate in high school sports or individual physical activity are less likely to smoke than their classmates.

MicroRNA Regulates Tumor Stem Cells

January 3rd, 2008

One of the biggest stories in cancer research over the past few years has been, unexpectedly, stem cells.

Weis Markets Announces Recall Of Fruit Miniatures

January 3rd, 2008

Weis Markets has initiated the voluntary recall of its Weis Baker’s 18-count Fruit Miniatures and two pound platters of Mini-Fruit Diamonds.

HIV-Positive People Called To Report Discrimination

January 3rd, 2008

Saudi Arabian National Human Rights Society recently called on HIV-positive people in the country to report any discrimination they experience from employers or the public.

Few San Francisco Residents Enroll In Health Care Program

January 3rd, 2008

San Francisco expanded program to individuals residing in the city with incomes up to about $32,000 annually who do not qualify for other health programs.