Health career program peeks interest for high school students Oct 1, 2005
"We get to take courses in CPR, first aid, medical terminology, and anatomy and physiology," Amy Andrews, a 17-year-old senior at Brandywine High School, said ... On Mondays and Fridays, the students travel to Lake Michigan College where they take their anatomy course. (Niles Star, MI)
Ask The Doctor: Sometimes many tests are needed Sep 30, 2005
Electrical conduction, anatomy and blood supply all contribute to the functioning of a healthy heart ... It is very similar to the ultrasound done on a pregnant woman's belly to assess the baby's anatomy and movements ... When performed on the heart, the results reassure your doctor that the anatomy and movement of your heart structures are normal. (Terre Haute Tribune Star, IN)
Liars 'possess more white matter' Sep 30, 2005
" They add: "Further studies are required to examine changes in brain anatomy during the critical neurodevelopmental period in childhood, alongside changes in lying ability, to test further our preliminary hypothesis on the link between prefrontal white matter and lying. " Dr Cosmo Hallstrom, a consultant psychiatrist in London, said: "The issue is always how much of our behaviour is under voluntary control and how much is innate. (BBC News -- Health)
Anatomy of our species Sep 30, 2005
Seeing himself in the tradition of Renaissance anatomists, the doctor is rarely seen without his black hat, much like that worn by Dr. Nicolaas Tulp in Rembrandt's Anatomy Lesson of Dr. Nicolaas Tulp (von Hagens has admitted to this painting as the source for his fashion tick). In 2002, von Hagens held a public post-mortem at a gallery in London, the first in the United Kingdom since the 1830s. (National Post)
Reports: Moss Checks Into Rehab Clinic Sep 30, 2005
Blogger: Man About Town. to premium or sold out events. (Orlando Sentinel)
Film Culture Sep 30, 2005
Here's the new music you'll hear this week. Click on the track to buy from our iTunes store. (Boston Phoenix, MA)
Da Vinci clueHow a surgeon is looking to Leonardo's art for inspiration Sep 29, 2005
Last Updated: Wednesday, 28 September 2005, 10:37 GMT 11:37 UK. Da Vinci clue for heart surgeon. (BBC News -- Health)
St. Jude Medical Announces Launch of EnSite(R) System 5.1 Software and EnSite Verismo(TM) Segmentation Tool Sep 29, 2005
Using the EnSite System, electrophysiology clinicians can create 3-dimensional models of their patients' cardiac anatomy during EP procedures and navigate the catheters used in those procedures. The system then collects and organizes activation and voltage data from the inner surface of the heart, allowing physicians to visualize arrhythmias on the 3-D model and determine a treatment strategy. (Yahoo Finance -- Medical Equipment & Supplies)
Ha ha yoga: Healthy meditation Sep 28, 2005
Family doctor Kataria, the catalyst behind Ants in the Pants Laughter and other colorful chortling, became interested in the health benefits of laughter in 1995 after reading Norman Cousins' book, "Anatomy of an Illness." In the 1979 memoirs, the late Saturday Review editor described how he laughed his way out of a life-threatening, crippling illness by watching humorous shows, including Marx Brothers comedies and "Candid Camera." Cousins said a hearty, 10-minute belly laugh gave him two hours... (San Diego Union-Tribune)
NuVasive Launches Five New Products Sep 28, 2005
The product features a curved and bullet-nosed design that closely matches the patient's anatomy ... CoRoent XLR is designed for an anterior or anterolateral approach to the lumbar region of the spine and features a wide, rounded surface area to maximize the implant's contact with the anatomy ... Both systems are radiolucent, giving the surgeon a full view of the anatomy during surgery and include radio dense titanium markers, enabling the surgeon to visually confirm their correct positioning. (Yahoo Finance -- Medical Equipment & Supplies)
A driving ambition Sep 28, 2005
Ben is expected to have thorough overall knowledge of the steers' anatomy and care of his team. The final 10 Maine contestants have to put personal competitiveness aside and work together. (Kingfield Irregular, ME)
Drug Secrets: Sep 28, 2005
The medical sins of Grey's Anatomy. posted Sept. 26, 2005Ingrid Katz. (Slate)
Paging Dr. Welby: Sep 28, 2005
Paging Dr. Welby - The medical sins of Grey's Anatomy ... Paging Dr. WelbyThe medical sins of Grey's Anatomy ... Last night, on the season's first episode of Grey's Anatomy, surgical intern Meredith Grey was drafted to help a pediatric surgeon, who happens to be her boyfriend's wife, operate on a pregnant woman, who happens to have lost her husband to an affair. (Slate)
Leaders & Success Sep 28, 2005
But he hit his stride when he went to London to assist his brother, William, who'd founded an anatomy school ... Research in human anatomy was frowned on, and most often bodies were bought from grave robbers ... Able to study the body firsthand, he developed a keen understanding of anatomy and quickly took on more and more responsibilities at the school. (Investors Business Daily)
Rohrberg aims to bring healing touch to Tabor assignment Sep 28, 2005
"I do have a small teaching part-I do some lab instruction for the human anatomy and physiology course," he said. Rohrberg emphasized that the short-term nature of his position won't keep him from investing time and energy in the individuals around him while he is here. (Hillsboro Free Press, KS)
No puffing, no gorging, not 40? But it still can happen to you Sep 27, 2005
The scanner, which will land in the city soon, will help us understand the intricacies of the heart s anatomy, including the calcium deposition on the heart walls, much better, says Shad. More stories in Nation. (Calcutta Telegraph)
'Get Smart' actor Don Adams dies Sep 27, 2005
Get Smart' actor Don Adams dies - OrlandoSentinel. Blogger: Man About Town. (Orlando Sentinel)
What you missed as network lineups bumped by Rita Sep 27, 2005
Grey's Anatomy: As Meredith and Cristina discuss their relationship woes at the Emerald City Bar, their session of lamenting is interrupted when Joe, the bartender, collapses. ADVERTISEMENT. (Houston Chronicle)
Drunk women 'taking risks' Sep 27, 2005
The "Anatomy of a big night out" survey found over a third had been sexually assaulted while drunk and 34% had had unprotected sex after drinking. The Portman Group, a campaign body funded by the drinks industry, said it was "alarming" that "young women seem to be risking more than young men". (BBC News -- UK)
Women taking risks after drinking Sep 27, 2005
The "Anatomy of a big night out" survey reveals that 34% of young women have had unplanned or unprotected sex after drinking too much. More women than men admitted they had been arrested or cautioned by police while under the influence. (Guardian Unlimited -- UK)
High-school course ferrets out animal lovers Sep 26, 2005
" In fact, a half-dozen of her students, both past and present, have found jobs working for veterinarians. And the class as a whole has helped out with Orange County Animal Control's mass "spay day" and "feral cat day," in which the kids fill out charts and help with testing and surgery preparation. Several of the top students recently visited an Ocoee horse farm, where they witnessed the artificial insemination of a mare. In the classroom, the students study everything from animal behavior to... (Orlando Sentinel -- Entertainment)
The Knife Man Sep 26, 2005
Like all who taught anatomy and surgery in the 1700s, Hunter had regular dealings with Great Britain's body snatchers ... He began his career as an untrained assistant at his older brother's anatomy school, and brother William, something of a dandy, passed to John the unsavory task of liaison with the resurrectionists ... He would later delve into comparative anatomy, vivisecting countless animals. (International Herald Tribune -- Arts)
The Firing Line Sep 26, 2005
Only a superficial examination of ocular anatomy reveals the basis for this statement. Light enters the eye through a hole in the front (the pupil) and is focused via the lens to the back of the eye, or retina. (The Daily Texan, TX)
Three shows are three winners Sep 25, 2005
Last season ABC's legal drama got supplanted by the more successful "Grey's Anatomy" in its Sunday night time slot and the network held back five episodes, including this week's season premiere (10 p.m. Tuesday) guest starring Heather Locklear as a black widow on trial for killing her elderly husband. Alan Shore (James Spader) and Denny Crane (William Shatner) represent Locklear's Kelly Nolan, a fairly thankless ice queen role. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
'Babar' series delivers a large dose of comfort Sep 25, 2005
Babar' series delivers a large dose of comfort - OrlandoSentinel. Blogger: Man About Town. (Orlando Sentinel -- Entertainment)
McLeish unhappy with ref Sep 25, 2005
"But I've always been of the opinion, even if it was my own player, that if you stop a netbound shot with a part of your anatomy that is not supposed to be used for football, then it's a penalty.". Speaking of the decision to caution Ferguson, the Rangers manager added: "It's disappointing because I don't think Ferguson is that kind of guy. "I did feel we didn't get a lot of decisions today at all but, some days you get them, some days you don't. (ITV.com)
New gallery at unusual Mutter Museum honors late director Sep 24, 2005
In that spirit, the museum dedicated itself to exposing U.S. medical students and doctors to anatomy and human medical anomalies, experiences not widely available in the medical curricula of the day. Worden arrived at the Mutter in 1975, a Temple University anthropology graduate. (The Daily Item, PA)
Students get real-life experience Sep 24, 2005
Students in the City of Medicine Academy -- a program that has been in place for 12 years -- learn anatomy, how to wrap surgical instruments and hear about medical history and important terminology. A major part of the curriculum also centers on helping students get real-life experience by working in a nursing home or shadowing radiologists, dentists and operating room physicians. (Herald Sun)
Kidney trouble tipped Sep 24, 2005
Prof Bertram, head of anatomy and cell biology at the university, said the number of nephrons a person had was set before birth. "If you've got a low number, then you're at risk in later life of developing things such as hypertension, cardiovascular disease and kidney disease," Prof Bertram said in an interview. (Melbourne Hearld Sun.au)
Albertson's pull Seventeen from shelves over health feature Sep 24, 2005
"We received information that some of the material was relatively explicit with regards to the female anatomy," said Danielle Killpack, the division's public affairs director in Oregon. The division's leadership ordered all stores to remove the magazines from shelves in a dozen states, including Utah, New Mexico and Washington. (AZCentral -- News)
Stores pull magazine from shelves Sep 24, 2005
Albertson's pull Seventeen from shelves over health feature Grocer objects to 'explicit' photos, drawings of female anatomy in article ... "We received information that some of the material was relatively explicit with regards to the female anatomy," said Danielle Killpack, the division's public affairs director in Oregon. (AZCentral -- Health)
Will Monday Night Football lose its mystique when it moves off network television next season? Sep 24, 2005
" Big bucks The major changes were announced in April, when most of the TV contracts were finalized. The Walt Disney Co., which owns ABC and ESPN, reportedly agreed to pay the NFL an average of $1.1 billion a year for eight years for the rights to televise Monday night games on ESPN. NBC, after an eight-season absence, takes over the Sunday night games currently on ESPN. Though Al Michaels, the play- by-play announcer since 1986, will switch to ESPN, Madden will go to NBC, pushing Theismann next... (Rocky Mountain News)
Professorships of distinction go to 19 members of faculty Sep 23, 2005
She is completing a trilogy on national sentimentality, the first in the series being The Anatomy of National Fantasy (1991) and the third The Queen of America Goes to Washington City: Essays on Sex and Citizenship (1997). The second, The Female Complaint: The Unfinished Business of Sentimentality in American Culture is forthcoming. (Univeristy of Chicago Chronicle, IL)
Research funding doubles in decade Sep 23, 2005
Links for this article H. Moses III, E.R. Dorsey, et al, "Financial anatomy of biomedical research," Journal of the American Medical Association, 2005; 294:1333-1342 Alerion Institute Research. America T. Agres, "NIH slated for 0.7% raise in 2006," The Scientist, February 8, 2005. (The Scientist)
Good, not-bad and truly ugly Sep 23, 2005
In addition to heavy hitters like Desperate Housewives and Grey's Anatomy premiering this weekend, there are a host of new shows that are taking their shot at being the next big hit. Jennifer Love Hewitt and David Conrad play newlyweds in Ghost Whisperer. (USA Today -- Life)
Leg surgery for Cheney Sep 23, 2005
SOURCE: AP, ATLAS OF HUMAN ANATOMY, CURTIN UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY, REUTERS. Most emailed Best Bets. (Newsday -- Health)
He Said/She Said Sep 22, 2005
"The anatomy, the function and the chemistry of their brains is significantly different, I think, in striking ways. We have used this new science to try and relate it to some of the difficulties men and women have in communication and remembering, even in parenting.". A textbook example of the differences between men and women is seen in one Pennsylvania couple. (NBCSandiego.com, CA)
More of this story Sep 22, 2005
This week Brutus is being used as part of a lab, where Epps' said her students are required two learn the steer's anatomy, where cuts of (bovine) meat come from and different digestive systems. The opening, or cannula, where Epps, placed her hand in, is located on the steer's upper left side just behind his rib cage. (McDonough Henry Herald, GA)
Mutombo comes to Yale Sep 22, 2005
During a visit to the University yesterday, the 7-foot-2 Houston Rocket towered over his entourage as he met with child patients at Yale-New Haven Hospital and received an anatomy lesson with local high school students in the Anlyan Center -- complete with extra-large latex gloves ... In addition to basic anatomy, Mutombo gathered knowledge of health care from medical school administrators and officials. (Yale Daily News, CT)
Gross anatomy Sep 22, 2005
Maggots and leeches have their place in medicine as well as on your body. By Mark Sauer UNION-TRIBUNE STAFF WRITER. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
CBS Fall Preview Sep 22, 2005
CRIMINAL MINDS (Wednesday, 9:00 PM) stars Emmy and Tony Award winner Mandy Patinkin ("Chicago Hope"), Thomas Gibson ("Dharma ) and Daytime Emmy Award winner Shemar Moore ("The Young and the Restless") in a suspense thriller about an elite squad of FBI profilers who analyze the country's most twisted criminal minds, anticipating their next move before they strike again. Each member of the team brings their own area of expertise to the table as they pinpoint predators' motivations and identify... (CBS New York, NY)
What the gossip mags say Sep 21, 2005
And a British soap actor who was invited told NW's sources that he would rather get an essential part of his anatomy "stuck in the fridge door" than attend the nuptials. No slice of wedding cake for him then. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Kensey Nash Seeks CE Mark Approval for New TriActiv(R) LFX(TM) Embolic Protection System Sep 21, 2005
These include a Local Flush and eXtraction (LFX) feature that allows the system to better address branched anatomy and a new, smaller 6F compatible size, which is generally preferred by physicians, particularly in Europe. "We have received very positive feedback regarding our newest version of the TriActiv System product line," commented Joe Kaufmann, President and CEO of Kensey Nash Corporation. (Yahoo Finance -- Medical Equipment & Supplies)
Study to stop astronauts fumbling Sep 21, 2005
Professor Otmar Bock, an expert in physiology and anatomy at the German Sport University in Cologne, has conducted a series of tests on astronauts which found they were not as accurate as they'd like to be and could be quite "clumsy" using equipment in space. Prof Bock, in Brisbane to present a seminar on his research on Thursday, said he had studied the movement of six astronauts on a Columbia space shuttle mission in 1998. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Slurp, Slurp, Bang, Bang: Sep 21, 2005
" As always, pun intended. Pledge Drive: IOZ : Although I object to the inclusion of "under god" in the pledge for the sake of fun conversation, I object far more to the pledge itself, and the rat-cowardly substitution of near-mandatory civic idolatry for any actual civic society, which the US lacks to a degree usually reserved for plutocratic ex-Soviet republics and failed Islamic theocracies. It goes hand in hand with the old conservative bugaboo of flag-burning, which sends the local Elks... (Slate)
Today's Obits Sep 21, 2005
He taught anatomy and physiology, kinesiology and pathology at Dovestar Institute in Hooksett and Plymouth, Mass. and The New England Academy of Therapeutic Sciences in Nashua and Dublin. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Poor teeth denote cycle of poverty Sep 21, 2005
Of all the immensely useful physical anatomy we most take for granted, teeth rank in importance with big toes, eyeballs and thumbs. However, poverty won't lead you to lose your thumbs. (The Digital Cardinal, WI)
Enhanced imaging techniques could improve medical diagnosis Sep 20, 2005
" While earning his Ph.D. at the Wake Forest University School of Medicine, Wyatt worked in its Virtual Colonoscopy Laboratory, which uses CT data to image the colon. "My efforts are in connecting prior information to analyze the data we get from different imaging," he said. The prior information encompasses anatomy, physiology, and imaging experience. "Physicians and radiologists use prior knowledge of the organs and prior experience in reading images," he explained. "When they look at an... (EurekAlert! -- Business News)
Adult Stem Cells May Help Spine-Injured Mice Sep 20, 2005
Andersonworks at the University of California at Irvine s departments of physical medicine and rehabilitation, anatomy and neurobiology, and the Reeve-Irvine Research Center. The study appears in Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences. (Fox News -- Headlines)
Extra Points: Mental Errors Hurting Tar Heels Sep 20, 2005
" Championship baseball teams are strong up the middle - behind the plate, on the mound, at second base and shortstop, and in center field. A corollary can be drawn this football season as the Tar Heel's offensive anatomy has been gutted down the core. Center , QB , fullback and three tailbacks are all missing, each because of graduation with the exception of tailback , who's out until at least mid-season with an injury. Each replacement has some ability. It's just taking a while for the unit to... (Tarheelblue.com)
Irish gain a recruit after Saturday loss Sep 20, 2005
Once home, Gordon had to begin studying for today's quiz in human anatomy and physiology. "It was all worth it," said Gordon, a senior safety at Fort Campbell High School. (South Bend Tribune)
Your Dild-ego Sep 19, 2005
As most of us have already noticed, the University apparently decided to direct our sexual attention to dorm rooms, as a suspiciously disproportionate number of dorms have been named after reproductive anatomy (Johnson, Woody, Peters, Gooch). I am just waiting for the day a first year finds out she has been assigned to live in "338 Breastisis.". (The Cavalier Daily, VA)
Navajo surgeon, author to speak Thursday at ECU Sep 19, 2005
The classes offered as Sloan Semesters are: human anatomy and physiology, cultural anthropology, composition, introduction to communication, media literacy, public relations theory/survey, introduction to computers, organizational behavior, business law and finance and managerial accounting. Additional outlets for assistance are available for students to take advantage of the option, including help lines and chat rooms. (The Daily Reflector)
College of Health and Human Services finally has new home Sep 19, 2005
Along with the new technology, there are also areas for studying the human anatomy and patient rooms for the physician assistants program. A nursing suite with hospital beds, donated by Stryker Medical, enables students in the nursing program to work in a simulated hospital setting. (Western Herald Online, MI)
The insider news Sep 19, 2005
Oh's Grey's Anatomy co-star, Ellen Pompeo, knew exactly what she was going to do once all the Emmy partying ended: "I'm working at five o'clock in the morning." Ouch ... Among the last ones inside the Shrine: Sandra Oh of Grey's Anatomy, Lost's Josh Holloway and Charlize Theron and her boyfriend, Stuart Townsend. (USA Today -- Life)
Will Emmy honor worthy new shows? Sep 18, 2005
Stockard Channing, The West Wing; Tyne Daly, Judging Amy; Sandra Oh, Greys Anatomy; CCH Pounder, The Shield; Blythe Danner, HuffShould win: Losts Yunjin Kim, but shes not even nominated ... But if the Greys Anatomy folks let Sandra Ohs character develop beyond her angry stereotype, this trophy should be hers next year. (The Morning Star)
Out of the rut Sep 17, 2005
If you want to see equal opportunity finally reach the Emmy ranks, black veteran Pounder's category competition includes young Korean-Canadian actress Sandra Oh, the ambitious intern on ABC's "Grey's Anatomy.". Who didn't make the cut. (Newsday -- Entertainment)
Fitness after 40 is hard for women Sep 17, 2005
Blogger: Man About Town. to premium or sold out events. (Orlando Sentinel)
The devil inside Sep 17, 2005
A bad case of self-pity, presumably mixed with memories of Rembrandt's Anatomy Lesson of Dr Tulp. And as if that weren't enough, Munch repeated the set-up in even gorier detail in his 1907 remake of Jacques-Louis David's painting The Death of Marat, with Tulla Larsen, naked this time, as the murderous Charlotte Corday. (Guardian Unlimited -- Arts)
Park Ride Performs Surgery In HD Sep 17, 2005
The technology in these rooms gives doctors a larger and clearer picture of the patient's anatomy, which is especially important when a surgery requires very small incisions. "It has given us more capability to do more complex and more endoscopic minimally invasive procedures either abdominal called laproscopic or arthroscopic procedures," said Dr. Nagendra Nadaraja, surgery department chair. (R News)
Life's big questions for fall TV season Sep 17, 2005
The accidental pregnancy angle is also being worked on Grey's Anatomy, a compelling medical drama that seeks to blend the best of E.R. with the accoutrements of a Victoria's Secret fashion show. We recommend it for the taut storylines, not to mention the fact Patrick Dempsey is the coolest doctor to mix a martini since M*A*S*H's Hawkeye Pierce. (Canada.com -- Entertainment)
Emmy Smackdown Sep 17, 2005
The nominees: Stockard Channing (The West Wing); Tyne Daly (Judging Amy); Blythe Danner (Huff); Sandra Oh (Grey's Anatomy); CCH Pounder (The Shield). Who should win: Pounder. (The Palm Beach Post)
'Asylum': Unanswered questions will try your patience Sep 16, 2005
Asylum': Unanswered questions will try your patience - OrlandoSentinel. Blogger: Man About Town. (Orlando Sentinel -- Entertainment)
CONCERT REVIEW Sep 16, 2005
Latin headliners deliver infectious rhythms and electric moments - OrlandoSentinel. Blogger: Man About Town. (Orlando Sentinel -- Entertainment)
World's purest inbred line of pigs bred Sep 16, 2005
Pigs are ideal lab animals in biomedicine because they are similar to human beings in anatomy, physiology and metaboly. Inbred line of pigs, like precision equipment in physics and pure reagents in chemical reactions, provide highly sensitive and reproductive lab materials for biomedicine and life sciences. (Xinhuanet, China -- Technology)
