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Extremism: "Fused" People Eager To Die And Kill For Their Group, Research Shows

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People with extremely strong ties to their countries or groups are not only willing, but eager, to sacrifice themselves to save their compatriots, according to new psychology research from The University of Texas at Austin. In a study to appear in Psychological Science, Bill Swann, professor of psychology, and a team of researchers found the majority of “fused” people, those who view themselves as completely immersed in a group (be it ethnic, national or other), are willing to commit extreme acts for the good of their compatriots…

Barbecue Fun Needn’t Give You A Tum

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Summer is filled with barbeques and long nights spent drinking with friends in beer gardens. This exuberant living can play havoc with your waistline, leaving you looking more porky than perky, more chunk than hunk. But there are ways to join in the fun and feel like you are indulging without overdoing it. Follow this fool-proof guide to summer living and we’ll have you enjoying yourself quicker than you can say “six pack”. 1. Most men like meat. Fact. But remember. Naked is always best. You can easily remove the skin from a piece of chicken without anyone seeing…

R&D Leaders Band Together For Common Goal: Discovery Of Life-Saving Treatment, 19-21 September 2010, Las Vegas, NV

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marcus evans, the producer of high-level business events for the world’s leading business decision-makers, has announced the Discovery Summit 2010, taking place from 19-21 September 2010 in Las Vegas, NV, USA. Offering much more than any conference, exhibition or trade show, this exclusive meeting will bring together esteemed industry thought leaders and solution providers to a highly focused and interactive networking event. The summit includes presentations on progress in unmet needs, optimising the use of biomarkers and personalised medicine…

When Children Reach Adulthood Their Parents Are Still Greatly Affected By Their Failures

admin — Sun, 15 Aug 2010 11:51:31 +0000

Even into adulthood, problem children continue to give their parents heartache, and it doesn’t matter if other children in the family grow up to be successful, according to a new study of middle-aged parents. “What this study finds is that the children may have their own lives and moved on, but their ups and downs are still deeply affecting their parents,” psychology professor Karen Fingerman, PhD, said at the 118th Annual Convention of the American Psychological Association…

Childhood Memories Of Father Have Lasting Impact On Men’s Ability To Handle Stress

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Sons who have fond childhood memories of their fathers are more likely to be emotionally stable in the face of day-to-day stresses, according to psychologists who studied hundreds of adults of all ages. Psychology professor Melanie Mallers, PhD, of California State University-Fullerton presented the findings at the 118th Annual Convention of the American Psychological Association. “Most studies on parenting focus on the relationship with the mother…

Painkiller Eases Emotional Pain Too

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Maybe that disgruntled JetBlue flight attendant should have popped a couple of Tylenols. A University of Florida researcher says acetaminophen, an ingredient in the popular over-the-counter pain reliever, may relieve social pain from hurt feelings. The findings suggest for the first time that emotional and physical pain are interrelated, said Gregory Webster, a UF psychologist who co-authored the study with a team of researchers…

British Veterinary Association Congress Tackles Question Of Overtreatment, 23-25 September 2010, Glasgow

admin — Sun, 15 Aug 2010 11:51:30 +0000

Is it right to keep treating an animal just because the technology is available? The BBC’s Bionic Vet Noel Fitzpatrick will be attending this year’s British Veterinary Association (BVA) Congress to answer this question in a debate titled ‘Treatment too far?’ on Friday 24th September at 4pm. The BVA Congress will take place in the Glasgow Marriott Hotel on 23-25 September 2010 under the theme ‘Vets and the Public Good’, looking at the role of veterinary surgeons in all aspects of society…

Nice Final Appraisal Determination Issued For Hepatitis C And HIV Co-Infected Patients

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The National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence (NICE) has issued a final appraisal determination (FAD) on the use of peginterferon alfa and ribavirin for the treatment of chronic hepatitis C, which includes MSD’s ViraferonPeg and Rebetol treatment regimen…

Study Confirms Maternity Patient Safety Program Improves Outcomes For Mothers And Newborns In Canada

admin — Sun, 15 Aug 2010 11:51:29 +0000

The Canadian MOREOB patient safety program has a measurable, positive impact on the health of mothers and babies. This is the conclusion of a study featured in the August edition of the Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, entitled Outcomes of the Introduction of the MOREOB Continuing Education Program in Alberta. “Simply put, this patient safety program saves lives and saves much-needed health care related money,” said Dr. Ken Milne, President and CEO of Salus Global Corporation…

Yoga Benefits Women With Gynaecological Cancers

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Women who have had gynaecological cancer are invited to learn more about how yoga can benefit them at Yeovil District Hospital later this month. The GOSSIP patient support group provides advice and information for women with gynaecological cancer. It was founded by the Gynaecological Cancer Specialist Nurses based in Yeovil and Taunton in partnership with women from across Somerset and Dorset who have had gynaecological cancers (i.e. cancers of the ovary, womb, vulva or cervix)…