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Mechanisms and function of a type of mysterious immune cell discovered

2010-09-02
In two closely related studies, two teams of scientists have discovered the underlying mechanisms that activate a type of immune cell in the skin and other organs. The findings may lead to the development of new therapies to treat inflammation, wounds, asthma and malignant tumors.

Scientists discover the mechanisms and function of a type of mysterious immune cell

2010-09-02
( Scripps Research Institute ) In two closely related studies, two teams of Scripps Research Institute scientists have discovered the underlying mechanisms that activate a type of immune cell in the skin and other organs. The findings may lead to the development of new therapies to treat inflammation, wounds, asthma and malignant tumors.

Theatrix society brings kitschy cult classic to life Saturday

2010-09-02
A transvestite, a cryogenically preserved motorbiker and a seemingly confused version of Frankenstein come together in the Theatrix Youtheatre Society's presentation of The Rocky Horror Show.

Les Cockrell: Hickory Creek committee requests more volunteers

2010-09-02
A new committee has been formed in Hickory Creek to help residents who are in need as a result of sickness, loss of a family member, fire or other tragedy, and volunteers are needed, said Paul Kenney, a member of the Hickory Creek Town Council. The committee has been a goal of the council for the past two years, Kenney said.

Long term support needed in Pakistan

2010-09-02
ActionAid The latest ActionAid reports show that the people whose lives have been devastated by the floods will need long term support to deal with the emotional impact of losing relatives and friends, their homes and livelihoods.

Drugmakers script social media to push meds

2010-09-03
It wasn't what you would call a casual get-together.  A popular New York blogger attended a brunch with fellow "frazzled moms." They took in tips from a style expert and listened to a nurse extol the virtues of Mirena, a birth control device sold by Bayer Healthcare.  The nurse was on Bayer's payroll.

Ex-egg farm workers say complaints ignored

2010-09-03
U.S. Agriculture Department employees worked full-time at two Iowa egg farms at the center of a salmonella outbreak, but two former workers said they ignored complaints about conditions at one site.

1 in 7 home kitchens would flunk inspection

2010-09-02
A new study suggests that at least one in seven home kitchens would flunk the kind of health inspection commonly administered to restaurants.

When animal rescuers become animal hoarders

2010-09-02
Linda Bruno called her Pennsylvania cat rescue the land of milk and tuna. It thrived for years as people sent pets they couldn't care for from hundreds of miles away — unaware it was a death camp for cats.

Osteoporosis drugs may raise throat cancer risk

2010-09-02
Researchers say new findings shouldn't affect patients taking bisphosphonates, but said the medicines should be watched closely. Other  studies have been divided over whether the risk is real.

Earl's winds at 85 mph

2010-09-03
North Carolina "dodged the bullet," the state's governor said, as Hurricane Earl brushed the coast and headed north.

Detained scientist linked to plague

2010-09-03
Bomb squad investigators were at Miami International Airport on Friday after a suspicious item was spotted in a baggage screening area, authorities said.

Scientists: UV rays make water in space

2010-09-03
European scientists say they've figured out the recipe for water in space: Just add starlight.

Dozens killed in Pakistan blast

2010-09-03
A suicide bomber blew himself up outside an Ahmadi worship place in northwestern Pakistan Friday, killing a pedestrian, police said.

25 drug suspects die in shootout

2010-09-03
A shootout between soldiers and suspected drug dealers in northeast Mexico left 25 of the suspects dead, the regional military said Thursday.