Scientists Pushing for Breakthroughs in Lou Gehrig's Disease

by Andrew Beckner 9/11/2008 2:52:31 AM
Since claiming the life of New York Yankee legend Lou Gehrig decades ago, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), more commonly known as Lou Gehrig’s Disease, has gone without any medical breakthroughs. However, using a new technique to reprogram cells, scientists are growing neurons from people with t... [More]

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Earlier HIV/AIDS Treatments Urged

by Andrew Beckner 9/11/2008 2:41:04 AM
Earlier HIV/AIDS Treatment New guidelines for treating HIV and AIDS patients with anti-retroviral medications suggest earlier therapy might be more effective, according to findings presented at the International AIDS Conference in Mexico City. The guidelines, written by the International AIDS Socie... [More]

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Koko Fitness, Inc. launches Koko FitClub Franchise

by Andrew Beckner 9/11/2008 2:35:43 AM
Norwell, Mass.—Koko Fitness, Inc., the specialized fitness technology and equipment company that developed the Koko Smartrainer® computerized commercial multi-gym, has announced their entry into the health club franchise business with the launch of  Koko FitClub, LLC. The new company will be th... [More]

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Resveratrol and the Fight Against Obesity

by Andrew Beckner 6/26/2008 8:51:17 AM
Ever hear of something called resveratrol? If you haven’t, it’s a compound found most commonly in the skin of grapes. Resveratrol can also be found in—you guessed it—red wine. It’s been dubbed as a miracle chemical which studies suggest may fight everything from heart disease and cancer to the very... [More]

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Do You Really Need Long Term Care Insurance?

by Andrew Beckner 5/27/2008 4:30:00 AM
You’re 45. You’re dad is 75. He’s healthy enough, sure. Gets around OK. Except to the doctor...you have to take him there after that fender-bender he had a couple of years ago. He hates the fuss, but you both manage. It’s bonding time, anyway. Oh, and his eyesight isn’t what it used to be, so every... [More]

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