Tracking Atlantic Bluefin Tuna Shows Migration Secrets

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New fish-tagging studies of young bluefin tuna in the Atlantic off New England are offering the first fishery-independent, year-round data on dispersal patterns and habitat use for the popular game fish. Miniaturized pop-up satellite tags suitable for smaller fish helped make the research possible.

– University of Massachusetts Amherst|5/22/2012 5:00 PM EDT

Cleft Lip/Palate Cause Much More than Cosmetic Problems

Children born with cleft lip, cleft palate and other craniofacial disorders face numerous medical challenges beyond appearance. Patients can face serious airway, feeding, speech and hearing problems, as well as social and psychological challenges.

– Loyola University Health System|5/22/2012 4:50 PM EDT

Exercising In Your 50s, 60s, 70s and Beyond

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Loyola primary care physician shares why exercising is vital to health as we age.

– Loyola University Health System|5/22/2012 4:40 PM EDT

College, Winery Partnership Fruitful for Both

Keuka College is located in the heart of wine country in Upstate New York. In a business entrepreneurship class, students gain practical experience marketing a wine produced by a local winery.

– Keuka College|5/22/2012 4:25 PM EDT

His Royal Highness the Prince of Wales visits Ryerson University

His Royal Highness Prince Charles visited today with students, staff, faculty and alumni at Ryerson University's Digital Media Zone.

– Ryerson University|5/22/2012 4:15 PM EDT

New Study Shows How Nanotechnology Can Help Detect Disease Earlier

A new study led by University of Kentucky researchers shows a new way to precisely detect a single chemical at extremely low concentrations and high contamination.

– University of Kentucky|5/22/2012 4:00 PM EDT

Use of Multicomponent Intervention Linked with Decrease in Using Physical Restraint in Nursing Homes

Nursing homes that used a multicomponent intervention that included staff training and supportive materials for staff, residents and relatives had a lower rate of use of physical restraints such as bilateral bed rails and belts, according to a study in the May 23/30 issue of JAMA.

– American Medical Association (AMA)|5/22/2012 4:00 PM EDT

Studies Examine CPAP Treatment and Cardiovascular Outcomes in Adults with Obstructive Sleep Apnea

Two studies that included adults with obstructive sleep apnea examined the effectiveness of reducing the risk of cardiovascular outcomes, including high blood pressure, by treatment with continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP), according to the articles in the May 23/30 issue of JAMA.

– American Medical Association (AMA)|5/22/2012 4:00 PM EDT
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