Kids Ahead - Robotics Articles - New Robot Is Teaching Autistic Kids About Emotions - 1 views
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For more information on this amazing robot here is another link: http://www.herts.ac.uk/news-and-events/latest-news/KASPAR-autism-robot-to-appear-at-Royal-Society.cfm
Metal Water Bottles May Leach BPA - Science News - 0 views
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Metal water bottles may leach BPA The estrogen-mimicking pollutant traces to a polymer resin lining affected bottles Web edition : Monday, July 11th, 2011 Consumers who switched from polycarbonate-plastic water bottles to metal ones in hopes of avoiding the risk that bisphenol A will leach into their beverages aren't necessarily any better off, a new study finds.
Pollutant turns fly-traps veggie - 1 views
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Predator plants may cut back on flies if they can access key nutrients elsewhere, according to research. Scientists studying carnivorous sundew plants in Swedish bogs found that nitrogen deposition from rain reduced how many insects the plants trapped. Pollution from transport and industry causes nitrogen-rich rain, meaning more reaches the ground in some areas.
Are Cancer Stem Cells Ready for Prime Time? | The Scientist - 0 views
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In the 30-year battle waged since the initiation of the "war on cancer," there have been substantial victories, with cures for childhood malignancies among the most important. Our ever-expanding understanding of cellular and molecular biology has provided substantial insights into the molecular underpinnings of the spectrum of diseases we call cancer.
Whitley Strieber reports on new species of spider overtaking small town in India - Nati... - 0 views
Survey: Teens more accepting of out-of-wedlock pregnancy - USATODAY.com - 0 views
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Among teens in the USA, the percentage who have had sexual i
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tercourse or say they'd be pleased if they or their partner were to get pregnant hasn't changed much since early in the decade, and there appears to be a growing acceptance of having babies outside marriage, a government report
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said Wednesday. From 1995 to 2002, "it was pretty much across-the-board improvements in those risk factors," says lead author Joyce Abma, a statistician at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's National Center for Health Statistics. "It is a source of concern to see that forward movement kind of stalling
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STD Facts - Chlamydia - 0 views
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Chlamydia is the most frequently reported bacterial sexually transmitted disease in the United States. In 2008, 1,210,523 chlamydial infections were reported to CDC from 50 states and the District of Columbia. Under-reporting is substantial because most people with chlamydia are not aware of their infections and do not seek testing. Also, testing is not often done if patients are treated for their symptoms. An estimated 2,291,000 non-institutionalized U.S. civilians ages 14-39 are infected with C. trachomatis based on the U.S. National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey. Women are frequently re-infected if their sex partners are not tre
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Chlamydia is known as a "silent" disease because the majority of infected people have no symptoms. If symptoms do occur, they usually appear within 1 to 3 weeks after exposure.
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To help prevent the serious consequences of chlamydia, screening at least annually for chlamydia is recommended for all sexually active women age 25 years and younger. An annual screening test also is recommended for older women with risk factors for chlamydia (a new sex partner or multiple sex partners). All pregnant women should have a screening test for chlamydia.
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Groin-punch 'game' harms more boys - Health - Kids and parenting - msnbc.com - 0 views
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An msnbc.com poll of 100 urologists, conducted by Truth On Call, showed that 30 percent of the doctors had seen or treated pre-teen and teen boys for testicular trauma in the past year, including severe injuries caused by so-called “sack-tapping,” in which boys ambush others at school and elsewhere.
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The issue was highlighted by news last week that a 14-year-old Minnesota boy, David Gibbons, had to have his right testicle removed after a hallway assault. “This is, in fact, a form of bullying,” Atala said. “Someone may do that without realizing the consequences of their actions.”
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This is, in fact, a form of bullying,”
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General Teen Pregnancy Information - Questions to Ask Your Doctor about Your Pregnancy... - 0 views
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http://www.hampdenurology.com/physicians.shtml Here's some information about the doctor who reviewed this article. Apparently, he is a urologist who helped found healthcommunities.com. The page discusses his education and some of his medical experience. From this information, do you think he is a credible source on teen pregnancy?
Missouri family seeks more newborn testing - 0 views
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Brady had been diagnosed with Krabbe disease, a rare and cureless genetic condition that left him unable to sit up, swallow or smile. During a recent visit to the family's home in the town of Campbell, Brady's parents took turns holding their son on a couch, periodically using a suction machine to clear out his mouth.
IBM's New Mainframes Take On Dell, HP - Forbes.com - 0 views
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