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Online tool reduces inappropriate medical tests
ReutersNEW YORK (Reuters Health) - A web-based decision-making tool that alerts heart doctors when diagnostic tests would not be useful for a specific patient can curb wasteful procedures, according to a new study. "This educational tool helps doctors determine...Tags: Health and Safety at School, Hospitals and Clinics, X-rays, Medical Specialization, Amazon.com Inc.
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Labs reject dramatic findings on cancer drug in Alzheimer's mice
ReutersCHICAGO (Reuters) - U.S. scientists say a dramatic result last year suggesting that a cancer drug already approved by U.S. regulators could quickly clear out Alzheimer's plaques in mice was too good to be true. The study, published last year in the...Tags: Skin Cancer, Health and Safety at School, Massachusetts General Hospital, Education, Diseases and Illnesses
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Chambers recognize owners, businesses
Sun SentinelAn air, refrigeration service firm was recognized for its best practices. Lauderdale Lakes – based Precision Refrigeration was among many small businesses and non-profit organizations that were nominated in recognition for their leadership,...Tags: Broward County, Pompano Beach, Deerfield Beach, Lighthouse Point, Dentistry and Dental Health
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Chicago Bears - TeamReport
ReutersNFL Team Report - Chicago Bears - INSIDE SLANT Linebacker Jonathan Bostic is a prime example of the value of prospects being in the eye of the beholder. While NFL scouts were concerned about his sideline-to-sideline speed, Chicago Bears general...Tags: Buffalo Bills, Free Agency, Corvey Irvin, Kyle Moore, Lifestyle and Leisure
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BBHS student wins $1,000 Bob Borovy Student Citizen of the Year award
This is a story about Boynton Beach High School student Gloria Roker, winner of the Bob Borovy Student Citizen of the Year award and a $1,000 college scholarship. But, more importantly, it is the story of her sister as well – JayVonna - two...Tags: Palm Beach State College, Zoe Saldana, Awards and Prizes, Teaching and Learning, Students
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A license plate for every cause, but how much is raised?
Do you care about the survival of sea turtles? Dolphins? Do you ride horses, watch whales or fish for large-mouth bass? Did you serve as a paratrooper — or care for someone who did? If so, you can tell the world — with your license tag....
Tags: Juno Beach, Gulf of Mexico Oil Spill (2010), Clearwater (Pinellas, Florida), Orlando Predators, Florida Gators
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UCF Medical School graduated its first class Friday
And they're doctors. The first class of medical students to come out of the University of Central Florida College of Medicine graduated Friday morning during a ceremony on the UCF campus. The charter class of 36 graduates also was the first class of...
Tags: Hospitals and Clinics, Baylor University , Orlando Health, Mayo Clinic, Awards and Prizes
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Rein in outsized perks given Florida's college presidents
Start with a six-figure base salary for state college presidents. Add five figures for a retirement package, another five for deferred compensation and another five for a housing allowance. In some cases, add another five figures for a vehicle and...
Tags: Miami (Miami-Dade, Florida), Education, Rick Scott, Florida Legislature, Florida State University
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A Florida first: UF offering cheaper online degrees
If you're a student, established professional or business owner, an initiative recently approved by the Florida Legislature may change how you pursue a college degree, advance your career or locate your company. All you need is a computer, time and the...Tags: For-Profit Colleges, Nova Southeastern University, Miramar, Students, Computing and Information Technology Industry
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Weekend Preview: Models, mutts, Harold Lloyd and a monkey
For the second straight year, a group of dedicated South Floridians will harness the region’s greatest natural resource for a cause dear to the hearts of most of us. By which I mean pinups promoting dog adoption. From 7 to 10 p.m. Friday at...
Tags: Fillmore Miami Beach, Religion and Belief, Concerts, Coconut Creek, Miami Beach
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Researchers develop 'nanotrain' for targeted cancer drug transport
University of Florida researchers have developed a "DNA nanotrain" that fast-tracks its payload of cancer-fighting drugs and bioimaging agents to tumor cells deep within the body. The nanotrain's ability to cost-effectively deliver high doses of drugs...Tags: Nanotechnology, Biotechnology Industry, Liver Cancer, Breast Cancer, Leukemia
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Are college presidents worth their eye-popping salaries?
Change of SubjectEvidently not. The Chronicle of HIgher Education has posted a list of the top 100 salaries of public-university presidents (by total compensation package: Graham B. Spanier Pennsylvania State University at University Park $2,906,721 (1st) Jay Gogue Auburn...
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