New pap test guidelines: start later, have fewer Nov 21, 2009
And he agreed with Einstein: "The guidelines are just guidelines. You have to look at the individual and her risk factors, her behavior, [whether] she had an abnormal Pap in the past.". More information. (FOX19.com, OH)
Blockbuster Announces Plans to Combine Class A Common Stock and Class B Common Stock; Company Notified by NYSE of Non-Compliance with Continued Listing Standards Nov 21, 2009
The risk factors set forth under "Item 1A. Risk Factors" in our Annual Reports on Form 10-K and other matters discussed from time to time in our filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including the "Disclosure Regarding Forward-Looking Information" and "Risk Factors" sections of our Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q, among others, could affect future results, causing these results to differ materially from those expressed in our forward-looking statements. These risks and... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
How Fish Is Cooked Affects Heart-Health Benefits of Omega-3 Fatty Acids Nov 21, 2009
"Alternately, if it is verified that the interactions between fish consumption, risk factors and ethnicity are due to genetic susceptibility, the heart-disease prevention message can be personalized to ethnic groups, and future study could identify susceptibility at the genetic level.". Co-authors are Lynne Wilkens, Dr.P.H., and Laurence Kolonel, M.D., Ph. (Science Daily)
Opening the Screening Door Nov 21, 2009
Days later, the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists on cervical cancer screening: Now it suggests women receive their first Pap smears later than previously recommended and, depending on certain risk factors, get them less frequently. The move to reduce unnecessary screening has some critics of health care reform suggesting that America is moving headlong toward rationing care. (Slate)
What to Do About Endocrine Disruptors? A Q&A with Linda Birnbaum Nov 21, 2009
Which exposures in everyday life do you consider the greatest risk factors for breast cancer. Some of our greatest risk factors are because of the excess estrogen associated with it. (Scientific American)
Less Frequent Pap Tests: Good for Women? Nov 21, 2009
In truth, so much more goes on when a woman comes in for a regular checkup, including a breast, rectal and pelvic exam, along with a check of blood pressure, heart risk factors, and so much more. I also wonder who will manage all of the Pap test results for women. (ABC News)
Electronic Game Card, Inc. Files 10-Q for Period Ending September 30, 2009 Nov 21, 2009
We caution that these statements by their nature involve risks and uncertainties, and actual results may differ materially depending on a variety of important factors, including, among others: the company's ability to meet its obligations under existing and anticipated contractual obligations; the company's ability to develop, market, sell and distribute desirable applications, products and services and to protect its intellectual property; the ability and willingness of third-party... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
First H1N1 death in Floyd Co. reported Nov 21, 2009
Published: Friday, November 20, 2009 8:42 AM CST The Iowa Department of Public Health (IDPH) on Wednesday reported two additional 2009 H1N1 influenza-related fatalities, an adult in Floyd County and an adult in Johnson County, both with risk factors that increased the chance of complications from the H1N1 virus ... Arjes could only say that it was a female with other risk factors. (Charles City Press, IO)
da Vinci Approved in Japan Nov 21, 2009
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Integra LifeSciences to Present at the Piper Jaffray Health Care and JP Morgan SMid Cap Conferences in December Nov 21, 2009
These risks and uncertainties include market conditions and other factors beyond the Company's control and the economic, competitive, governmental, technological and other factors identified under the heading "Risk Factors" included in item IA of Integra's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2008 and information contained in subsequent filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission could affect actual results. These forward-looking statements are made only as the date... (Primezone Releases)
Latest health news » Nov 21, 2009
The latest advice from the major medical groups for routine screening primarily for people who don't have a family history of a particular cancer or other risk factors:Breast cancer: American Cancer Society: Mammograms yearly beginning at age 40; breast exam by doctor at least every three years in 20s and 30s, annually after 40; breast self-exam an option. Two days before shipping off to war, Marine Pfc. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Health)
StockerYale Reports Third-Quarter 2009 Financial Results Nov 20, 2009
You should also refer to the discussion under "Risk Factors" in StockerYale's annual report on Form 10-K and the Company's quarterly reports on Form 10-Q for additional matters to be considered in this regard. Thus, actual results may differ materially. (Primezone Releases)
Where You Put on Pounds May Influence Clot Risk Nov 20, 2009
The Minnesota group followed more than 20,000 people for more than 12 years and found an association between VTE risk and metabolic syndrome, a constellation of risk factors including obesity, high blood pressure, insulin resistance and high blood cholesterol. A heightened risk of VTE was attributed to obesity. (MEDLINEplus)
What Should Women Do About The Mammogram Guidelines? Nov 20, 2009
What they did say is that routine mammograms should not be recommended for women under 50 who have no known risk factors. Still being debated, but it s an important difference. (KLAS-TV.com, NV)
Baby's Sleep Position Is the Major Factor in 'Flat-Headedness' Nov 20, 2009
"We looked at a number of risk factors, but the largest factor was the sleep position of the baby," said Brian Verrelli, an assistant professor in ASU's School of Life Sciences and researcher in the Center for Evolutionary Functional Genomics at the Biodesign Institute ... The study was designed to statistically evaluate the independent and interacting effects of biological and environmental risk factors that lead to deformational plagiocephaly, in an attempt to provide future guidance for... (Science Daily)
Diabetes on the rise among Hispanics Nov 20, 2009
This trend has serious health implications because of the increased prevalence, the greater number of risk factors and the greater incidence of complications. In general, Hispanics are diagnosed with diabetes at twice the rate of Caucasian Americans, and about 7 percent have undiagnosed diabetes. (Lake City Reporter, FL)
A look inside the task force Nov 20, 2009
The American Diabetes Association, on the other hand, recommends all adults be tested beginning at age 45, or earlier if they are overweight (with BMI at least 25) and have additional risk factors. These factors include physical inactivity and a first-degree relative with diabetes. (CNN)
Group: Pap tests should start at age 21 Nov 20, 2009
(Women with certain risk factors, such as those who are HIV positive or who have a suppressed immune system, may need to be screened more often. . (CNN)
Increased Obesity Hindering Success at Reducing Heart Disease Risk Nov 20, 2009
There was no net change in the proportion of people with all optimal risk factors ... 16, 2007) Being moderately overweight or obese appears to increase the risk for developing coronary heart disease events independent of traditional cardiovascular risk factors, according to a meta-analysis of ... 25, 2009) Obese patients taking medications to lower their blood pressure and cholesterol levels are less likely to reach recommended targets for these cardiovascular disease risk factors than their... (Science Daily)
Reflux Esophagitis Due to Immune Reaction, Not Acute Acid Burn Nov 20, 2009
(May 31, 2006) Two new Mayo Clinic studies draw attention to the risk factors and possible genetic basis for Barrett's esophagus and esophageal cancer (adenocarcinoma) ... 25, 2007) A cross-sectional survey found that old age, being male, having a moderate working burden, being divorced/widowed and heavy tea consumption remained significant independent risk factors for erosive. (Science Daily)
Venture One Capital Corp. Announces Receipt of Conditional Approval for Qualifying Transaction, the Filing of Filing Statement and the Terms of Short Form Offering Nov 20, 2009
Risk Factors that could cause actual results or outcomes to differ materially from the results expressed or implied by the forward-looking information contained herein include, among other things: the parties will not proceed with the Acquisition, Offering and associated transactions and that the Acquisition, Offering and associated transactions will not be successfully completed for any reason including the failure to obtain the necessary director, shareholder, third-party and regulatory... (CCNMatthews Press Releases)
SouthGobi Energy Resources Closes Convertible Debenture Financing Nov 20, 2009
Important factors that could cause actual results to differ from these forward-looking statements are disclosed under the heading "Risk Factors" in SouthGobi Energy's Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations for the year ended Dec. 31, 2008, and for nine months ended September 30, 2009, all of which are available at. The TSX Venture Exchange has not reviewed and does not accept responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release. (CCNMatthews Press Releases)
Mammograms: risk of caution Nov 20, 2009
The task force recommends that women between the ages of 40 and 50 who do not have high breast cancer risk factors discuss mammography with their physicians first, which is hardly a bad suggestion. And then there will be some women who look at the risks of screening and decide to get the test at 40 anyway, in accordance with the opinion of the American Cancer Society's chief medical officer, Dr. Otis W. Brawley. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Opinion)
GSI Group Finalizes Agreement With Noteholders to Significantly Reduce Its Debt Nov 20, 2009
- To Implement Pre-Arranged Debt-for-Equity Restructuring, Three Corporate Entities File for Chapter 11 Reorganization - Operations will continue in normal course - Company has ample liquidity. " "We are confident that going into this reorganization process with a pre-agreed upon plan with our noteholders and adequate liquidity will enable us to implement our restructuring in an efficient and timely manner. (Canada Newswire)
How Much Radiation Do You Get From a Mammogram? Nov 20, 2009
The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force recommended Monday that women without risk factors for breast cancer. That's because early screening yields almost 50 times as many false positives as true cancers, , and early detection doesn't do much good in 85 percent of cases anyway. (Slate)
PMFG, Inc. (Parent of Peerless Mfg. Co.) Announces Preliminary Results of Annual Stockholders' Meeting Held on November 19, 2009 Nov 20, 2009
Other important information regarding factors that may affect the Company's future performance is included in the public reports that the Company files with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including the information under Item 1A. "Risk Factors" in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2009. The Company undertakes no obligation to update any forward-looking statements to reflect events or circumstances occurring after the date of this release, or to reflect the... (Primezone Releases)
AMCORE Bank's New Glarus and Belleville Branches Sold to Union Bank & Trust Company Nov 20, 2009
These factors include, among others, the following possibilities: (I) heightened competition, including specifically the intensification of price competition, the entry of new competitors and the formation of new products by new or existing competitors; (II) adverse state, local and federal legislation and regulation or adverse findings or rulings made by local, state or federal regulators or agencies regarding AMCORE and its operations; (III) failure to obtain new customers and retain existing... (Primezone Releases)
Nalco CTO Presents at Midwest Clean Tech 2009 Nov 20, 2009
Forward-looking statements may involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors, which may cause the actual results to differ materially from those projected, stated or implied, depending on many factors, including, without limitation: ability to generate cash, ability to raise capital, ability to refinance, the result of the pursuit of strategic alternatives, ability to execute work process redesign and reduce costs, ability to execute price increases, business climate, business... (Primezone Releases)
Another view: A new mammogram Rx Nov 20, 2009
Many women know they have a higher than average chance of getting breast cancer, because of family history, a known gene mutation, past exposure to radiation or other risk factors. These women know they have to be vigilant about screening. (Montana Standard, MT)
Alabama ranks 48th in health survey Nov 19, 2009
In large part as a result, the report indicates, the United States spends more per capita than any other nation on health care associated with chronic diseases, such as diabetes, heart disease and cancer, which can be linked to these national risk factors. But smoking rates are falling rapidly (down from 25. (Birmingham Business Journal, AL)
Exall Energy Corporation Announces Significant Update to Mitsue Area Reserves Nov 19, 2009
Such factors include fluctuating commodity prices, capital spending and costs of production, and other factors described in the Company's most recent Annual Information Form under the heading "Risk Factors" which has been filed electronically by means of the System for Electronic Document Analysis and Retrieval ("SEDAR") located at www. sedar. (CCNMatthews Press Releases)
New cancer guidelines called appalling Nov 19, 2009
The new recommendations advocate mammograms be put off until age 50, unless family history or other risk factors indicate earlier detection efforts. According to the AP report, the panel found. (Roanoke Rapids Daily Herald, NC)
Bio-Clean Inc. is Proud to Announce Its Sponsorship of Ultimate Fighter Razor Rob McCullough Nov 19, 2009
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Treatment and Symptoms of Gestation... Nov 19, 2009
Symptoms, Complications and risk factors associated with Gestational Diabetes ... Some of the risk factors are. (Suite101.com)
Incidence of High Cholesterol Drops in U.S. Nov 19, 2009
For those at intermediate risk because they have two or more risk factors, such as diabetes, high blood pressure, smoking or a family history of heart trouble, the desired level is 130 ... It's important to remember that LDL cholesterol is just "one of many risk factors for cardiovascular disease," said Dr. Thomas A. Gaziano, an assistant professor of medicine at Harvard Medical School and an associate physician at Brigham and Women's Hospital, and co-author of an accompanying editorial ...... (MEDLINEplus)
Anger, shock at new U.S. mammogram guidelines Nov 19, 2009
She had no significant risk factors, no detectible lump or any symptoms, but the test revealed calcium deposits in her breasts ... She had no significant risk factors, no detectible. (San Francisco Chronicle)
StoneMor Partners L.P. Prices Public Offering of 1,275,000 Common Units Nov 19, 2009
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Exide Technologies Supplying Batteries for All-New Toyota Highlander Nov 19, 2009
Factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from these forward looking statements include, but are not limited to, the following general factors such as: (i) the Company's ability to implement and fund based on current liquidity business strategies and restructuring plans, (ii) the Company's substantial debt and debt service requirements which may restrict the Company's operational and financial flexibility, as well as imposing significant interest and financing costs, (iii) the... (Primezone Releases)
Middle-Age Heart Risk Factors Shorten Men's Lives Nov 19, 2009
THURSDAY, Sept. 17 (HealthDay News) -- Middle-aged men with risk factors for heart disease such as smoking, high blood pressure and high cholesterol are taking 10 to 15 years off their lives compared to men without these troubles, British researchers say. Although death from heart disease has been declining, in part due to better control of cardiovascular risk factors and better care, this is the first study that looks at death from heart disease in terms of life expectancy, the researchers said... (MEDLINEplus)
Leaders asking community to rally behind BAE Systems Nov 19, 2009
The Army apparently did not follow its own primary award criteria; overlooked serious risk factors present with the awardee, including financial distress; and failed to weigh the excellent performance record of the current, longtime contract holder, BAE Systems, Perry wrote to Gates. I fear that the decision to end the contract, perhaps as the result of a questionable procurement process, could have serious economic and mission-capability ramifications. (Sealy News, TX)
The Mummies' Curse: Heart Disease Nov 19, 2009
"This gives us insights into the relative importance of risk factors versus genetics," Thompson said. "I use this information to give my patients hope. A lot of my patients have a certain denial. Why did this happen to me? Others have a sense of guilt or blaming family members, but this disease has been around since before the time of Moses. It's older than the pyramids, and I think this knowledge helps patients get past the guilt and denial so they begin the healing process.". (MEDLINEplus)
Tenn. health ranking up, with fat asterisk Nov 19, 2009
Tennessee ranks 47th among all states in prevalence of obesity, one of two risk factors that the Rankings authors deem the nation s biggest health challenges since 1990. The other is smoking, for which Tennessee ranks 45th. (Nashville Business Journal, TN)
U.S. Scores A 'D' on Preterm Birth Report Card Nov 19, 2009
The states that improved did so by targeting three key risk factors for premature birth: smoking during pregnancy, lack of health insurance for pregnant women, and elective inductions or cesarean sections done during the "late pre-term," or between 34 to 36 weeks' gestation. The March of Dimes recommends babies not be delivered by elective C-section or induction before 39 weeks. (MEDLINEplus)
Lack of Sleep Linked to Heart Problems Nov 19, 2009
"We talk about the traditional risk factors, and now the other important thing we need to include is sleep." (). Exactly how a lack of sleep is feeding plaque in the heart arteries isn't yet clear, but one explanation may involve inflammation. (Time.com)
Secondhand Smoke Exposure Worse for Toddlers, Obese Children Nov 19, 2009
Taking other known risk factors into account for example, socioeconomic. (June 27, 2006) U.S. Surgeon General Richard H. Carmona today issued a comprehensive scientific report which concludes that there is no risk-free level of exposure to secondhand smoke. (Science Daily)
Mammogram Guideline Backlash Nov 19, 2009
"I had no risk factors and no family history," Thompson told ABCNews. com. (ABC News)
Some Obese People Perceive Body Size as OK, Dismiss Need to Lose Weight Nov 19, 2009
These risk factors are similar to obese individuals who acknowledged they had a weight problem and needed to lose weight, Powell said. Overall, 2 percent to 3 percent of the study population perceived an above-normal body size as ideal. (Science Daily)
Women Suffering Sudden Cardiac Arrest Have Lower Prevalence of Structural Heart Disease Than Men Nov 19, 2009
Funded in part by the National Heart Lung and Blood Institute, the study's goal is to shed light on the risk factors, triggers and genetic defects associated with sudden cardiac death. The new findings are based on 1,568 cases of sudden cardiac arrest identified from 2002 to 2007, with 1,012 male and 556 female subjects. (Science Daily)
CAT Scans Reveal Heart Disease in 3,500-Year Old Mummies Nov 19, 2009
Scientists have uncovered heart disease in 3,500-year-old Egyptian mummies, suggesting the risk factors behind it are not just modern in nature. Heart disease is often ascribed to modern risk factors, such as smoking, unhealthy diets rich in saturated fats, salt and processed sugars, or sedentary lifestyles ... "The findings suggest that we may have to look beyond modern risk factors to fully understand the disease.". (Fox News)
One Exploration Inc. announces 2009 3rd quarter results, property disposition and updated banking arrangements Nov 19, 2009
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Obesity on the rise in Pennsylvania Nov 19, 2009
The nation has become adept at treating some illnesses and diseases, the report's sponsors contend, but many Americans are not modifying risk factors that contribute to chronic diseases ... In large part as a result, the report indicates, the United States spends more per capita than any other nation on health care associated with chronic diseases, such as diabetes, heart disease and cancer, which can be linked to these national risk factors. (Pittsburgh Business Times, PA)
Mummies & Heart Disease Nov 19, 2009
Cardiologists have listed heart disease as being caused by modern risk factors, such as fast food, smoking, or a lack of exercise. But archaeologist Genheimer told FOX19, their heart problems would have been expected for their age. (FOX19.com, OH)
Magma Releases Hydra 1.1 - Enhanced Hierarchical Design Planning Solution Adds Out-of-the-Box Reference Flows and Advanced Technology to Deliver Better Floorplans Faster Nov 19, 2009
Further discussion of these and other potential risk factors may be found in Magma's public filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission (). The company undertakes no additional obligation to update these forward-looking statements. (Primezone Releases)
Rising Obesity Will Cost U.S. $344 Billion A Year Nov 18, 2009
8 trillion a year in medical costs associated with chronic diseases such as diabetes, heart disease and cancer, and all three are linked to smoking and obesity, the nation's two largest risk factors, according to the America's Health Rankings report ... "This report is an urgent call to take much more aggressive action to deal with key disease risk factors such as obesity and smoking," Tuckson says. (13WMAZ.com, GA)
Framingham Heart Study chief honored at convention Nov 18, 2009
The director of the Framingham Heart Study was honored by the American Heart Association today for research showing the role of risk factors in cardiovascular disease ... In a press release form the association, Levy was praised "for his leadership of pioneering population-based investigations that profoundly expanded our understanding of how factors including hypertension and genetics influence cardiovascular risk.'' Levy, who also is credited with transforming the landmark Massachusetts study... (Allston Brighton TAB, MA)
Transcendental Meditation Helped Heart Disease Patients Lower Cardiac Disease Risks by 50 Percent Nov 18, 2009
The nine-year, randomized control trial followed 201African American men and women, average age 59 years, with narrowing of arteries in their hearts who were randomly assigned to either practice the stress-reducing Transcendental Meditation technique or to participate in a control group which received health education classes in traditional risk factors, including dietary modification and exercise ... According to Robert Schneider, M.D., FACC, lead author and director of the Center for Natural... (Science Daily)
AP Top News at 5:53 p.m. EST Nov 18, 2009
"We think of it as being caused by modern risk factors," such as fast food, smoking and a lack of exercise, but the findings show that these aren't the only reasons arteries clog, said Dr. Randall Thompson, a cardiologist at the Mid America Heart Institute in Kansas City. AP Interview: Brazil miniskirt woman soaks up fame. (NJ.com -- News)
Mummy scans reveal artery ailment is older than Moses Nov 18, 2009
Atherosclerosis had long been assumed to be a modern affliction resulting from unhealthy lifestyles with risk factors such as smoking, lack of exercise, stress and a rich, fatty diet. It triggers heart disease, the leading cause of death in the United States. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Putting Madness in Its Place: Can the Environment Explain Schizophrenia's Hereditary Patterns? Nov 18, 2009
In particular, devotees of might want to cede a little ground to their colleagues in epidemiology, who over the past decade have amassed a provocative, interlocking set of studies implicating urban birthplace and migrant status as persistent risk factors. Researchers believe the potential for schizophrenia starts to emerge during early brain development, beginning in the womb. (Scientific American)
Current cigarette smokers at increased risk of seizures Nov 18, 2009
The authors suggest that further studies are needed to increase knowledge of modifiable risk factors to prevent seizures and epilepsy ... Article: "A prospective study of smoking, caffeine, and alcohol as risk factors for seizures or epilepsy in young adult women: Data from the Nurses' Health Study II." Barbara A. Dworetzky, Edward B. Bromfield, Mary K. Townsend, and Jae H. Kang. (EurekAlert!)
Left Behind Games Announces Second Quarter Financial Results Nov 18, 2009
Other important factors and information are contained in the Company's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2009, in the section entitled "Risk Factors," and the Company's other periodic filings with the SEC, which can be accessed via a link from on our Investor Relations page. All forward-looking statements are qualified by these cautionary statements and apply only as of the date they are made. (Primezone Releases)
Flushing Financial Corporation Declares Quarterly Dividend of $0.13 Per Share Nov 18, 2009
Forward-looking information is inherently subject to risks and uncertainties, and actual results could differ materially from those currently anticipated due to a number of factors, which include, but are not limited to, risk factors discussed in the Company's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2008, and in other documents filed by the Company with the Securities and Exchange Commission from time to time. Forward-looking statements may be identified by terms such as... (Primezone Releases)
Myriad Genetics to Present at the 21st Annual Piper Jaffray Health Care Conference Nov 18, 2009
These risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to: the risk that sales and profit margins of our existing molecular diagnostic products may decline or will not continue to increase at historical rates; the risk that we may be unable to develop or achieve commercial success for additional molecular diagnostic products; the risk that licenses to the technology underlying our molecular diagnostic products and any future products are terminated or cannot be maintained on satisfactory... (Primezone Releases)
Dr. Jeff Hersh: Be aware of lung cancer risks Nov 18, 2009
Other risk factors for lung cancer include secondhand smoke (there is no risk-free level of secondhand smoke), radon gas in the home, medical exposure to X-rays, chronic lung disease, advanced age, and other carcinogens (including asbestos, ionizing radiation and others). The symptoms of lung cancer are non-specific and include shortness of breath, cough (especially if the patient coughs up blood), wheezing, chest pain and repeated lung infections (pneumonia or bronchitis). (Belmont Citizen Herald, MA)
America's Greatest Health Threat: Obesity Nov 18, 2009
Other health risk factors also declined over the two decades that the survey has been published, including lower rates of crime, infectious disease, and infant mortality. Those gains have been offset, however, by a rising rate of the uninsured, lack of progress in hiking the high school graduation rate, and lack of access to adequate prenatal care for pregnant women. (BusinessWeek)
