Rapid Screening Tests for HIV Oct 20, 2008
Other HIV tests, like the ELISA or Western Blot Test, take up to two weeks before patients receive their test results. This time delay means that patients suffer anxiety for weeks before receiving their results and other patients never return to the clinic to pick up the results of their HIV test. (Suite101.com)
Jump-Start Your Weight Loss Plan This Fall Oct 11, 2008
"It is not enough to say you are going to exercise daily; you need to be more specific, such as going to the gym on the way to work Monday, Wednesday and Friday," says Elisa Zied, RD, author of And don't forget to include snacks in your planning: "If you think of them as random eating, they are less likely to be healthy," says Krieger. She suggests buying portable snacks such as fruit, nuts, single-serving yogurts, and low-fat cheese so they'll always be handy. (CBS News)
What is the influence of tumor removal on the serum level of carbohydrate's antibody? Oct 8, 2008
The level of antibodies in serum was determined by the ELISA using synthetic polyacrylamide (PAA) glycoconjugates. They found that in gastrointestinal cancer, the TF antibody level was found to have elevated significantly after the removal of G3 tumors as compared with the preoperative level (u = 278. (EurekAlert!)
Disease Diagnosis In Just 15 Minutes? Biosensor Technology Uses Antibodies To Detect Biomarkers Much Faster Oct 3, 2008
Currently blood and urine are tested for disease markers using a method called ELISA (Enzyme Linked Immunosorbant Assay). Developed in the 1970s, the process takes an average of two hours to complete, is costly and can only be performed by highly trained staff. (Science Daily)
Iroquois gas questions unanswered Oct 3, 2008
" When the board opened the floor to the public, resident Elisa Sumner asked why there was a disparity between the way that the senior discount is handled on the two sides of the county. "It is part of the legacy of the previous companies," said town attorney Marty Lundy of the firm Hogan and Rossi. "Previously it was two different companies ... " At the opening of the meeting, the board had also continued its discussion on the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) application. The CDBG... (Henrietta Post, NY)
Births: Sept. 22, 2008 Sep 24, 2008
ALEJO Saul and Elisa of Live Oak, a son. BECERRA-LOPEZ Jose and Sandra of Yuba City, a son. (Appeal Democrat, CA)
How to satisfy your cravings, healthily Sep 24, 2008
Manage weight loss by addressing your cravings rather than to always deny them. Positive events trigger cravings even more than negative feelings, expert says. (CNN)
Stroke Incidence May Be Higher And Deadlier In American Indians Sep 24, 2008
D.; Lyle Best, M.D.; and Elisa T. Lee, Ph. D. Individual author disclosures can be found on the manuscript. (Science Daily)
What is the Lyme Disease Rash? Sep 22, 2008
ELISA tests were positive for Borrelia in samples taken from only five of these patients, while IgM and IgG ELISA tests of the other six patients were negative or inconclusive. CanLyme suggests that up to 70% of patients are ELISA negative ... A positive ELISA response is the CDC's second surveillance criterion. (Suite101.com)
The Palin/McCain ticket Sep 21, 2008
The State Board of Elections asked general registrar Elisa J. Long to halt the practice. The Norfolk Electoral Board agreed to that but said in a statement: This compliance is with the understanding that the Board strongly feels that by doing so, we are out of compliance with Virginia Election Laws. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Vital Statistics 9-21-08 Sep 21, 2008
Sept. 7 - Adelina and Andres Magana, boy, Andres; Elisa and Cesar Morales, boy, Kareem; Cynthia and Moises Renteria, boy, Marcos. Sept. 8 - Amanda Bridler, boy, Shane; Alma Martinez, girl, Maria Jose; Cristina de Los Reyes and Ermes Gonzalez, boy, Ermes; Elizabeth Rojas Perez and Jesus Perez Nunez, girl, Dalilah; Annette and Matthew Sedillo, boy, Matthew; Sarah and Brian Ross, girl, Lauren. (Yuma Daily Sun, AZ)
More of this story Sep 20, 2008
"People are very positive about the center coming in and they should be, because whenever you take an empty building it brings up the value automatically," said Elisa Taylor, a sales agent at the Little Tokyo Lofts. Any concerns that residents harbor should be mitigated by the fact that the DWC considers security its top priority, Altepeter said. (Los Angeles Downtown News, CA)
Obituary: Dr. Thomas W. Martin Sep 18, 2008
He was the devoted father of Thomas Martin of Brookline; dear friend and mentor to Scott, Elisa and Mark Russell Sperling of Dover, brother of the late Dabney Martin, and brother-in-law of Barbara Martin of Richmond, Va. He is also survived by his aunt, Mary Boyce Wynne, and her family of Smithfield, Va. (Dover Sherborn Tab, MA)
Portsmouth area community calendar Sep 8, 2008
n ELISA MONTE DANCE, one of New York City's most respected contemporary dance companies, will open the 2008-2009 UNH Celebrity Series at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 23 in the Paul Creative Arts Center's Johnson Theatre in Durham. For ticket information, call 862-2290 or visit www. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Your Community Aug 27, 2008
3:30 to 4:30 p.m. at Periwinkle, 2196 21st Ave., with Principal Elisa Stephens. 4 to 5 p.m. at Fir Grove, 5355 Scenic Drive N.W., with Principal Roberta Barnes. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Run a gourmet food business? Aug 26, 2008
Lots of special ladies have started food business from the bosom of the ATL: Bella Cucina, Via Elisa and Frosted Pumpkin Gourmet all started in the the Atlanta area. Do you have an up-and-coming gourmet food business. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Public Record for Monday, August 25, 2008 (1323) Aug 26, 2008
Elisa Marie Lacunza and Ellwood Franklin Friedrich, Aug. 9. Sarah Kerwin Faulkner and Adam Lavery Fangsrud, Aug. 16. (Missoulian, MT)
* GYMNASTICS RHYTHMIC: Russia win third straight rhythmic gymnastics gold Aug 25, 2008
We didnt live up to our expectations, Italys Elisa Santoni said. Russias group gold followed Russian Evgeniya Kanaevas individual all-around triumph on Saturday by an impressive 3. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
The first post-Broadway 'Grey Gardens' staging Aug 22, 2008
Elisa Van Duyne plays Little Edie in Act 1. Glover, who looks a bit like Julianne Moore, calls her double duty in "Grey Gardens" "a marathon. It's really two musicals in one." Of the two women she plays, she's partial to Little Edie: "Oh, she's so lovable! When I watch the documentary, which I'm using as a template for line readings and body language, I just want to hug her. "People are pulled toward Little Edie because she is iconic, like Holly Golightly or Sally Bowles or even Judy Garland. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Pressure on Lehman to take action is growing Aug 21, 2008
"They are clearly not as keen on investing in the financial sector until the credit crisis plays out," said Elisa Parisi, lead finance and banking analyst for RGE Monitor. "Selling off assets would be at fire-sale prices and investors will bark if you try and sell some of the crown jewels of the company.". (MSNBC -- Politics)
Agustin Rodriguez Aug 20, 2008
Mass: 11 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 21, Guadalupe Mission Church. Visitation: 4-8 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 20, Geo. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
Good boy! Controversial dog aids study (684) Aug 19, 2008
Elisa Colello holds her Rottweiler Kobe on the back porch of her home in South Park, just outside Jackson ... Kobe is not himself today, owner Elisa Colello says. (Casper Star-Tribune)
'NATURE' ARTICLE: Neutralizing antibodies derived from the B cells of 1918 influenza pandemic survivors Aug 19, 2008
Purified monoclonal antibodies were assessed by ELISA against a series of representative twentieth century H1N1 viruses including human isolates from 1918, 1943, 1947, 1977 and 1999 ... The antibodies did not bind to influenza H3, B or H5 HA proteins in ELISA (data not shown) ... Equivalent HA units of 1918 VLP, A/Swine/Iowa/15/30, A/Weiss/43, A/FM/1/47, A/USSR/92/77 and A/New Caledonia/20/99 influenza viruses were absorbed onto ELISA plates. (USA Today -- Tech)
Americans lose cool, match Aug 14, 2008
WATER POLO: The U.S. played to a 9-9 tie with Italy after Elisa Casanova scored a power-play goal with 22 seconds left for the Italians. American Kami Craig got a final shot at victory with 2 seconds to play, but it came up short of the goal. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Should there be amnesty for terrorists? Aug 13, 2008
"My mother simply doesn't want to live any more in this situation," Ms. Petrella's 25-year-old daughter, Elisa Novelli, said before her mother's release. Psychiatrists say Ms. Petrella is in a state of severe depression. (Globe and Mail -- International)
Creating security risks Aug 12, 2008
Elisa D. Harris is a senior research scholar at the Center for International and Security Studies at the University of Maryland. . (International Herald Tribune -- Ed/Op)
No defense for this Aug 11, 2008
"Do you know what it's like to go to work each day with the fear you might get fired?" asked Elisa Rios, a 42 year old Eagle stitcher who is helping to organize the union. Eagle says none of the workers' claims is true. (Boston Globe)
Brown recluse Aug 11, 2008
"People say, 'What happened? Were you in a car accident? Were you burned?' " says Barron's mother, Elisa Bowling of Kansas City, Mo. "It's amazing how something so small can be such a big deal.". (USA Today -- News)
Births from Aug. 6, 2008 edition Aug 7, 2008
Her grandparents are Martha Martinez of San Jose and Arlen Wuckert and Elisa Wuckert of Denver, Colo. Her great-grandparents are Manuel and Arlette Garcia of San Jose and Marie Wuckert of Portland, Ore. (Daily Triplicate)
After the fires: Tons of questions Aug 4, 2008
Elisa Martinez was among the Rancho Bernardo residents who attended meetings with city representatives at which the debris-removal program was described. Martinez remembers them touting their plan as preferable to hiring a private contractor because they said the work would be done quickly and properly. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
REGION: School board elections begin to take shape Aug 3, 2008
The Carlsbad trustees up for re-election are Kelli Moors and Elisa Williamson; the Cardiff trustees seeking re-election are Andrew J. Brown III and Nancy Orr. Several trustees in those districts said they want to remain on the board to make sure certain projects get completed, such as construction work or curriculum changes. (North County Times)
Seaside communities look to increase ferry routes Jul 31, 2008
Louis Elisa, executive director of the state's Seaport Advisory Council - the state agency that subsidizes municipal ferry projects - said the new focus on water transportation serves communities two ways. "It's not just an alternative form of transportation that takes cars off the road, but it also brings people in and stimulates the local economy," said Elisa. (Boston Globe)
Carla and her sister put Sarkozy on spot in row over terrorist Jul 27, 2008
Since her detention the former militant from Rome has, according to her daughter Elisa Novelli, 'lost the will to live' and stopped eating. Every week that passes is a week closer to death,' Novelli, who was born in prison 25 years ago, told The Observer. (guardian.co.uk)
Wayne Russell Barney Jul 25, 2008
He met Elisa Lorraine Lori Perkins and they married in December of 1959 and would have been celebrating their 49th anniversary this year. They lived in the Corvallis, Albany, Jefferson and Redmond areas before settling in Albany to raise their family. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
DeKalb residents told to boil water Jul 23, 2008
The power loss occurred at the Scott Candler Water Plant around 6:50 p.m., said DeKalb health department spokeswoman Vickie Elisa ... Elisa said that probably did not occur Tuesday night, as full power was restored soon after the outage. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Incorrect Diagnosis of Lyme Disease Jul 21, 2008
Positive results on both the ELISA test and Western Blot test are required by the Center for Disease Control (CDC) in order to report a case of Lyme disease. Because there are large numbers of antigens on bleb surfaces, antibodies bind to the blebs and become invisible to the ELISA test for Lyme disease, and ELISA test results are falsely negative forty to sixty percent of the time ... IDSA guidelines restrict physicians from ordering the Western Blot test before the ELISA test or if the ELISA... (Suite101.com)
Britt has new Chamber Director Jul 18, 2008
Her daughter, Elisa Garcia, has five-month old twins. After she married Mike Taylor, a market manager for Wal-Mart Stores Inc., the couple moved to Minnesota in 2001 and transferred to Dallas, Texas in 2004. (Forest City Summit, IO)
LETTERS: NCT, July 17, 2008 Jul 18, 2008
We#'d also like to thank our co-treasurers from the PTO, Coral Krebs and Chris Caffrey, who have worked several carnivals and other events in recent years, along with PTO VP Scott Johnson, secretary Elisa Whitenack and Community Ambassador Dan Hakala. Lastly, we thank Principal Faye Wilson for her undying support and encouragement. (North County Times)
The Race To Lose Weight - As A Family Jul 16, 2008
Gavin Crum's mother, Elisa, sees her weight issues in him ... "I don't want to be embarrassed, absolutely," Elisa laughed. (CBS News)
DeBakey to be remembered at memorial service Jul 16, 2008
Elisa Barajas, who worked at The Methodist Hospital, whose heart and vascular center bears DeBakey's name, said she can't drive anymore so she told her daughter "you need to take me to see him.". Barajas recalled how when she worked at Methodist, first as a nursing attendant and later as an insurance biller, she would run into DeBakey. (Houston Chronicle)
Miss Venezuela a world beater Jul 14, 2008
Shortly after Stewart's mishap occurred, the judges narrowed the field to five finalists: Miss Venezuela Dayana Mendoza, Miss Colombia Tailana Vargas, Miss Dominican Republic Marianne Cruz Gonzalez, Miss Mexico Elisa Najera, and Miss Russia Vera Krasova. The NBC show is being hosted by TV host Jerry Springer and Spice Girl Melanie Brown, and broadcast live to hundreds of millions of viewers in 170 countries. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Miss Venezuela Wins Miss Universe Pageant Jul 14, 2008
The four other finalists were Miss Colombia Tailana Vargas, Miss Dominican Republic Marianne Cruz Gonzalez, Miss Mexico Elisa Najera, and Miss Russia Vera Krasova. Miss USA Crystle Stewart of Texas was in the top 10 but tripped on the train of her bejeweled evening gown as she made her entrance. (KSBW 8, CA)
MHS graduate hurt by fireworks Jul 8, 2008
By ELISA SAND, Staff Reporter. 07/07/2008. (Madison Daily Leader, SD)
Arsenic in field has Lancers homeless Jul 6, 2008
Soil tests last week revealed elevated levels of arsenic 6 inches below the football field, and the field has subsequently been condemned, school board President Elisa Williamson said yesterday. The routine testing was part of the school's planned expansion, which was to include the demolition of the football field and track at the end of this year's football season. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
Nouse hopes time away keeps him fresh Jul 3, 2008
Elisa Esh and her Diakon staff have done a tremendous job in making this a successful event and with the help of Joe Darrah, this year will be no different. A big welcome to the law firm of Colgan Marzzacco for coming on board to sponsor the Mitch Smith Memorial and the remaining Diamond Series events this season at Williams Grove Speedway. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
Tatum O'Neal Pleads Guilty Jul 3, 2008
Judge Elisa Koenderman has ordered O'Neal to spend two half-day sessions in a drug treatment program and pay a $95 surcharge. If O'Neal has met those conditions when she returns to court on Sept. 4, the case will be dismissed. (NBC 11, CA)
Honors: July 3 Jul 2, 2008
D. in electrical engineering; Elisa M. Kim, BA in environmental analysis and policy; Jirapa Kraiwit, MS in administrative studies; Nandini Krishnan, Ph. D. in economics; Pung Kwan, MS in administrative studies; Dale I. LaBonte, MSW in social work; Emily D. Ladd, JD in law; Odell M. LaFaver, JD in law; Jennifer C. Lalime, M.Ed. in human resource education; Susanna E. Lamey, MFA in graphic design; Rebecca L. Lawrence, MSW in international health; Emily R. Learner, MPH in epidemiology; Michael D.... (Brookline TAB, MA)
Rural Argentina, once a solid government supporter, is now a fierce opponent Jul 2, 2008
Farmers trying to ride their horses to Congress to protest export taxes were detained by the police in Buenos Aires on Tuesday. (Marcos Brindicci/Reuters). (International Herald Tribune)
Graduates and awards Jun 26, 2008
Among the graduates are Kristine Riley, David Sutherland, Elisa Pepicelli, Benjamin Read and Kaitlyn Harrington, all of Burlington. Middlesex Community College students Christina Becker, Sandra Getchell, Deborah Goldberg and Kim Noonan, all of Burlington, have been inducted into the Alpha Delta Omicron chapter of Phi Theta Kappa, the national honor society for two-year colleges. (Burlington Union, MA)
Glastonbury: The best party on the planet Jun 26, 2008
from The Independent & The Independent on Sunday. From Jay-Z to Neil Diamond and Amy Winehouse - this year's Glastonbury promises to be more eclectic than ever. (Independent)
Anti-United Nations measure stalls in House vote Jun 26, 2008
The world will not accept the double standard that we accept and relish in this country, as it is not in their best interests Elisa Mendonca wrote on February 23, 2007 11:09 AM Its such a pitty, that your beautifull and fantastic,State with so many capable and intelligent people, can feel in such a way, regarding the UN,one humanity achievment, that trys to bring comprehension and harmony to people all over the world ... Elisa ,from Resende ,in BRAZIL To Daisy wrote on February 23, 2007 11:10... (Yahoo News -- United Nations)
17 Pregnancies a 'Coincidence,' Says Teen Jun 25, 2008
By RUSSELL GOLDMAN and ELISA ROUPENIANJune 24, 2008. FONT SIZE. (ABC News)
Canton School Official Defends Surprise Search Jun 19, 2008
"In fact, a number of parents believe ... that the superintendent egregiously risked our children's health and safety by bringing law enforcement personnel and dogs onto school property, for no apparent reason, while school was in session," Elisa L. Villa, who is both a parent and a lawyer, wrote in a letter the school board. "One parent described her child as 'petrified' during the lockdown and search.". (FOX61, CT)
Miss Columbus contest drops national affiliation Jun 17, 2008
- Gessica Paprocki, the daughter of Greg and Elisa Paprocki. She will be performing a dance to the title of The Way I Are. (Beatrice Daily Sun, NE)
* Sports Briefs Jun 15, 2008
Elisa Aguilar led Spain with 28 points and had four assists, while Eva Viteckova had six-three pointers in her game-high 26 for the Czechs, who rallied after trailing 21-16 at the end of the first quarter. Latvia didnt allow Angola to score more than nine points in any quarter. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Linn-Benton Community College awards more than 800 degrees Jun 14, 2008
Keri A. Marvin, Associate of Science Bus Administration Emphasis; James W. McCanlas, Certificate CNC Machinist, Certificate 1 Year Machine Tool Technology, Associate of General Studies General Studies; Elisa C. McCartin, Associate of Arts Oregon Transfer; Christopher R. McKaig, Certificate 1 Year Collision Repair Technology; Victoria E. McKee, Associate of Applied Science Accounting Technology; Jenny L. McTimmonds, Associate of General Studies General Studies; Fred E. Mendenhall, Certificate... (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
BioCurex Announces Plans for Direct Commercialization of Its ELISA RECAF Blood Tests for Cancer Jun 12, 2008
RICHMOND, British Columbia, June 12, 2008 (PRIME NEWSWIRE) -- Following the completion of its successful testing on bladder, kidney, stomach and other types of cancer, BioCurex (OTC BB: - ) is pleased to announce that its ELISA technology can now move Biocurex towards early commercialization of its proprietary RECAF cancer-detection ... However, most clinical and research labs use ELISA technology on a daily basis and BioCurex has recently announced the successful development of its RECAF ELISA... (Primezone Releases)
Michael J. Gilberti Sr., 88 Jun 7, 2008
In addition to his wife, Mr. Gilberti is survived by his two sons, Robert J. Gilberti of Winchester and Michael J. Gilberti Jr. of Burlington and his wife Dianne; two grandchildren; his sister Elisa Rainha of Winchester and many nieces, nephews and cousins. He was pre-deceased by sisters Phyllis Luise, Angie Galuffo and brother Anthony Gilberti, Sr. all of Winchester. (Burlington Union, MA)
Limitations in assessing nerve growth factor levels in aqueous humor samples from human eyes Jun 6, 2008
NGF was assessed by ELISA immunoassay in undiluted aqueous samples collected from 32 consecutive patients undergoing surgery for cataract (control) or primary open angle glaucoma (POAG). Recombinant NGF was used as positive control. (BioMed Central)
Who needs tariffs when you have expensive oil? Jun 6, 2008
On April 8, 2000, the Lancet published an article by Elisa K. Ong and Stanton Glantz documenting in great (and appalling) detail how the tobacco industry spent millions of dollars in an effort to undermine one scientific study that purported to show health risks from second-hand smoke. Here is the relevant paragraph for our purposes. (Salon)
UP FOR AIR: More Tales From the Dump, and from Fort Sewall, too Jun 5, 2008
Pictured, back row, from left, Coach Percy Martin, _____ Dumphy, Bill Crooks, scorekeeper Elisa White, Reggie Berry, Jack Casey; middle, Bill Ternes, Bob Till, Bob Martin, Bob Segee, Ken Dorman, Fred Carone, David Cooksey, Richie OLeary; in front, Bill Croteau and either Cal or Roy Hamson. UP FOR AIR: More Tales From the Dump, and from Fort Sewall, too. (Marblehead Reporter, MA)
How Old Is Too Old for Motherhood? Jun 5, 2008
Adriana Iliescu gave birth to her daughter Elisa in 2005 when she was 66 and became the oldest woman in the world to have a baby. Her daughter was born using artificial insemination or IVF. (Fame Pictures). (ABC News)
Free testing of kids, toys for lead offered Saturday Jun 3, 2008
Parents might be as surprised as K-College senior Elisa Bolla says she was about toys that might be a health hazard. I was thinking Matchbox cars or something -- old (toys) that are hand-me downs, but it's newer products as well,'' she said. (Kalamazoo Gazette, MI)
Record Heat Sweeps Borderland Jun 3, 2008
"We just keep shopping and this is great, said Elisa Ohnmacht. We try to stay in the shade.". Other people resorted to using an umbrella to block the sun, while others sipped bottled water. (KFOXTV.com, TX)
Cell-Mediated Immunity and Anti-HLA Antibody Tests Provide Insight to Immune Response in Renal Transplant Patients Jun 2, 2008
Circulating anti-HLA antibodies were determined by ELISA and expressed as percent ELISA-PRA for anti-HLA class I and II antibodies. Immune function was determined by using the ImmuKnow assay and ELISA-PRA in 290 samples from 39 patients receiving renal transplantation ... There was no correlation between the cell-mediated immunity (measured in nanograms of ATP per milliliter) and percent ELISA-PRA for class I or class II (R2 20% (216 vs. 138; p = 0. (PR Newswire)
