HJF enters cooperative agreement to develop vaccine for staph infections Dec 18, 2008
Those toxins can significantly debilitate the human immune system. The first clinical trial will evaluate the safety and immunogenicity of the compounds designed to target Panton-Valentine Leukocidin and alpha toxin. (EurekAlert! -- Business News)
Nabi Biopharmaceuticals Significantly Enhances Gram-Positive Patent Portfolio Dec 2, 2008
Two additional antigen components induce antibodies that target two of the most predominant and virulent toxins produced by the bacteria which can significantly debilitate the human immune system: Panton-Valentine Leukocidin found predominantly in community-acquired MRSA, and alpha toxin, produced by almost all S. aureus isolates. This multi-target approach which enhances the immune system's ability to eliminate a broad spectrum of S. aureus strains and neutralizes the bacterial defenses of the... (Primezone Releases)
Harold Meyerson: A job for Henry Waxman Nov 20, 2008
At one point, he blocked a key vote on a bill to debilitate the Clean Air Act by introducing 600 amendments, which he had wheeled into the room in shopping carts. Waxman also led the war on secondhand cigarette smoke. (Sacramento Bee -- Opinion)
New ways to mitigate migraines Nov 4, 2008
Migraines can debilitate. Nearly 30 million Americans suffer from the throbbing pain, costing employers some $13 billion a year from missed workdays and impaired work function, according to research reported in the Archives of Internal Medicine. (USA Today)
Nigeria: World Bank Approves Additional N16.8 Trillion for Health Sector Oct 5, 2008
Polio is an acute viral infectious disease spread from person to person, which can infect and debilitate the central nervous system. There is no cure for polio and it can only be prevented through immunisation. (allAfrica.com)
Venezuela's Hugo Chavez kicking out U.S. ambassador Sep 12, 2008
He has made similar threats in the past, but the United States is his No. 1 oil client and taking such an action would debilitate his government financially. Chavez, long at odds with Washington, appeared to leave open the door for restoring full relations once President George W. Bush s successor is in the White House. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- World)
District, state remind parents of the importance of vaccinations Sep 10, 2008
Will they be responsible when other parents listen to them and refuse to vaccinate and their children are debilitated or worse die from a vaccine preventable disease ... Vaccine preventable diseases can kill and debilitate. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Affirmative action needed? Jun 17, 2008
We actually think that black people have generic and genetic traits that debilitate their moral choices, and diminish their capacity to succeed. We think that way because media has forced us to deduce that way. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
DONOVAN: Future HOFer Smoltz will try to defy odds one more time Jun 7, 2008
But the shoulder injury he suffered in a game last year in Milwaukee, which limited his preparation in spring training and was so severe that he didn't even pick up a ball between his April starts, continued to debilitate him. He missed more than a month after that last start, reappearing on Monday as a closer, blowing a save against the Marlins by giving up three hits and two runs in an inning. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- MLB)
N.C. urged to test inmates for HIV Apr 13, 2008
Black religious leaders, some public health officials and several legislators say prisoners are impeding the state's effort to end the spread of HIV, a sexually transmitted virus that can debilitate the body's immune system. As they see it, prisons host those most at risk of carrying HIV; rates of infection are seven times as high in prison as in the general population. (News & Observer)
Stun gun measure dies Mar 15, 2008
Michael Kane, a lobbyist for the sheriff's association, told lawmakers that stun guns are generally safe but that some devices being marketed to the public can debilitate people for as long as 30 seconds. Police officers mostly use Tasers designed to immobilize people for 5 seconds, enough time for backup officers to intervene. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
Stun gun limits considered Mar 6, 2008
Steve Kren, R-Nampa, said he believes the devices are generally safe but wants to make sure people know how to use them properly, especially since some stun guns can debilitate people for as long as 30 seconds. Requiring a concealed weapon permit will ensure that people are trained to safely use the devices, he said. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
Dental school fees waived Feb 22, 2008
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Fact Sheet: Fighting Neglected Tropical Diseases Around The World Feb 20, 2008
Most of these diseases either blind, deform, or debilitate their victims. They can reduce school enrollment, diminish childhood growth and cognitive development, and reduce economic productivity in adults. (White House News Releases)
Center of redemption Dec 13, 2007
Carroll said he would support whatever decision Spanos made opt for surgery and perhaps be ready for USC's bowl game, or delay the procedure and somehow try to come back sooner from a devastating injury that likely would debilitate his snapping abilities. Maybe he could return for the second half of the season to play a reserve role at guard or tackle. (USC Sports -- Rivals.com)
LegalView Initiates Nephrogenic Systemic Fibrosis Blog to Provide Readers With Powerful Resources on the Illness Nov 18, 2007
This tightening and swelling of the skin occurs anywhere from several days to weeks and can often inhibit an affected victim from moving arms and legs or even debilitate them from walking. Those afflicted often complain of muscle weakness as well. (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
Klein: Latin America Shock Resistance Nov 15, 2007
This is a crucial development because for the past thirty-five years in Latin America, such shocks from outside have served to create the political conditions required to justify the imposition of shock therapythe constellation of corporate-friendly emergency economic measures like large-scale privatizations and deep cuts to social spending that debilitate the state in the name of free markets. In one of his most influential essays, the late economist Milton Friedman articulated... (Zmag.org)
FDA approves new smallpox vaccine Sep 4, 2007
"Smallpox could be a particularly dangerous biological threat to us that would kill or debilitate a high percentage of the population," said Dr. W. Craig Vanderwagen, a rear admiral and assistant secretary for preparedness and response at the Department of Health and Human Services. Smallpox is caused by the variola virus, which spreads through close contact with infected individuals or contaminated objects. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
California's Real-Estate Tailspin Jul 27, 2007
Could the Inland Empire's contagion debilitate L.A. and areas beyond. So far, property experts are still trying to put a positive spin to it. (Time.com)
Mariners notes: Reitsma important to 'pen Jul 23, 2007
"I realize there are going to be days when I wake up after pitching the night before and my elbow will ache a little. But I don't anticipate anything happening to debilitate me the rest of the way. If it stays like this, I definitely can pitch in back-to-back games.". He already has had four operations on his right elbow, so it probably never will get back to 100 percent. (MLB.com -- Seattle Mariners)
Swami's Cafe regulars dish out help for man with Lou Gehrig's disease Jul 22, 2007
"We all face challenges, things that debilitate us," he said. "It's like a mantra, no matter what happens. Big Fat Love ---- your attitude ---- you have control over that."We've helped a lot of people over the years," he continued. "Everything we do, think, speak, feel has a reaction. (North County Times)
Forty Years of Occupation! The Story of Palestine Today (Part II) Jul 21, 2007
Again, some of those have admittedly been of their own making, but it must also be stressed that the policy of the incumbent US Administration has helped strengthen radical forces, debilitate Palestinian institutions, undermine faith in democracy and weaken President Abbas despite the qualified support trickling his way. All this has ostensibly been done for the sake of supporting moderation and peace, in itself a moot thesis, yet we certainly are no further ahead in our peacemaking between... (Newropeans Magazine)
Albert: USSF 2007 & After Jul 12, 2007
We cant generate responsibility and initiative with movements that denigrate and debilitate. We cant sustain participation with movements that are as oppressive as society at large - indeed we cant win with these flaw in our movements since winning entails a movement of perhaps a hundred million involved participant leaders. (Zmag.org)
Francoeur donates $500 per home run May 31, 2007
Drew hasn't let the disorder debilitate his attitude, although it has halted his pursuit of the sports he loves. He had to quit playing football and lacrosse after his sophomore year. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Greens budget speech May 11, 2007
Childhood obesity is estimated to cost Australia tens of billions of dollars in the coming decades as record rates of diabetes and heart disease debilitate our children. In the Senate right now, the Greens have an amendment to the Food Standards Act that would see all food advertisements banned during children's viewing hours. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Bouncing Back From Sports Injuries Apr 3, 2007
Consequently, an injury that would temporarily inconvenience a full-grown adult could possibly debilitate a child for the rest of their life. Making Sure Your Child Is Safe. (Fox News)
'Gray Area' Diseases Prove Difficult to Treat, Understand Apr 2, 2007
Fibromyalgia, chronic fatigue syndrome debilitate victims amid controversy, dispute in the medical community over unclear causes. By The Ledger. (The Ledger)
Legislators to focus on health care this week Mar 18, 2007
"We're not going to let extreme measures debilitate the legislative process," House Speaker Pat Murphy, D-Dubuque, said. House Minority Leader Christopher Rants, R-Sioux City, argues that he's using all the tools at his disposal to fight an agenda he thinks is bad for Iowa. (Ames Daily Tribune, IA)
Herpes Treatment Could Help Keep HIV at Bay Feb 22, 2007
On the flip side, HIV can debilitate the immune system and thereby encourage herpes flare-ups, said another infectious disease expert, Dr. Philip Keiser, of the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas. "The number of outbreaks of HSV in someone who is HIV are much higher," he said. (Forbes)
Eliminate Acne- the easy way! Feb 7, 2007
Acne can debilitate both your looks as well as your self confidence. Here's how you can combat withthis skin condition with a few simple precautions and hints. (Suite101.com)
Camellia growers have to make an effort to control tea scale Jan 29, 2007
A heavy infestation can debilitate the health of the plant because these scales are sucking the sap out of the plant. Infested plants have poor vigor, will not bloom well and may eventually die. (Pensacola News Journal)
