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The Magic of Medicine: Harry Potter’s world of wizardry inspires exhibit coming to Geisel Library
The UC San Diego Libraries have been selected by the U.S. National Library of Medicine to host “Harry Potter’s World: Renaissance Science, Magic, and Medicine,” a traveling exhibit that sheds light on the Renaissance traditions featured in the Harry Potter canon.
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Magnesium infusions provide no benefit after bleeding stroke
The common practice of infusing magnesium sulfate into patients who have suffered a hemorrhagic (bleeding) stroke provides no discernible benefit, Dutch researchers reported Friday. The study could lead to a change in treatment for victims of such strokes, which account for about 13% of the estimated 795,000 strokes that afflict Americans each year -- and about 30% of the 133,000 stroke deaths ...
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“Life and Limb: The Toll of the Civil War” exhibit May 14 – June 23 at Old State Capitol
The National Library of Medicine exhibit “Life and Limb: The Toll of the Civil War” will be on display May 14 through June 23 at the Old State Capitol State Historic Site in downtown Springfield.
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14 students in State History Day event
The National History Day competition attracted 10,000 student participants in Iowa in 2012. This year's research theme was Revolution, Reaction and Reform in History. Storm Lake Middle School had 23...
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Library hosting educational programs
WEIRTON - During the next few weeks, the Mary H. Weir Public Library will be hosting several educational programs for adults and children. Director Rik Rekowski said the library is always looking for ways to benefit the public.
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2012 Valedictorians and Salutatorians
JESSIE WALLSValedictorian, Apalachee High SchoolParents: Darrell Walls and Glenda McDanielCollege/military: Georgia Institute of TechnologyStudy/interest: Chemical and bio-molecular engineeringScholarships: National Beta Club Scholarship, North Georgia Two Cylinder Club Scholarship and Barrow County Masonic ScholarshipFavorite quote: "You see things, and you say 'why?' But I dream things that ...
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Strokes More Common in Southern States: CDC
THURSDAY, May 24 (HealthDay News) -- While fewer people in the United States are dying from strokes, the number of strokes has remained about the same, health officials report. And their findings bear out the South's reputation as the nation's so-called "stroke belt."
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High Blood Pressure in Pregnancy May Threaten Kids' Heart Health
THURSDAY, May 24 (HealthDay News) -- Preeclampsia, a dangerous spike in a woman's blood pressure during pregnancy, may predispose offspring to high blood pressure in childhood and young adulthood, a new study finds.
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Possible Protective Blood Factors Against Type 2 Diabetes
Connie K. Ho for RedOrbit.com Type 2 diabetes can be particularly difficult to deal with. Early symptoms, according to the U.S. National Library of Medicine , include fatigue, hunger, increased thirst and urination, as well as blurred vision. The best ways to prevent type 2 diabetes include keeping a healthy body weight and lifestyle. Along with lifestyle choices, new research by scientists from ...
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Aspirin May Prevent Recurrence of Deep Vein Blood Clots
WEDNESDAY, May 23 (HealthDay News) -- After suffering a type of blood clot called a venous thromboembolism, patients usually take a blood-thinner such as warfarin (Coumadin). But aspirin may do just as well after a period of time, according to a new Italian study.
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