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Nasty "Superbug" is Being Studied by UB Researchers
Feb. 22 | It's virulent, potentially drug-resistant, strikes otherwise healthy, young patients, and Buffalo has already seen one caseUB's Russo has been awarded an NIH award aimed at discovering new therapeutic or vaccine targets to better treat or prevent this...
ACSM, AFAA Grant CEU Approval to BWI’s Health Education Certificate Programs
Feb. 22 | BUFFALO, N.Y., February 18, 2012 – Fitness industry professionals have three new courses to consider when fulfilling their professional development responsibilities. BWI National Health Promotion Training Institute’s health education certification...
Mercy Hospital rolls out new cardiac procedure
Feb. 22 | Mercy Hospital has announced the addition of a new cardiac procedure, becoming the first area medical center to offer Totally Endoscopic Coronary Artery Bypass.Totally Endoscopic Coronary Artery Bypass surgery, or TECAB, is the latest breakthrough in...
Program Aims to Promote Recovery By Training Personal Guides and Mentors
Feb. 22 | The Resource Training Center Set To Offer “Recovery Coach Academy” in Erie County. Amherst, NY – The Resource Training Center (TRTC) is now offering the CCAR Recovery Coach Academy at its Amherst, NY location at 4255 Harlem Road, according to Monica...
Chew and Chat: The Link Between Housing and Health
Feb. 22 | On the 4th Tuesday of every month, CHWs and other community members and advocates gather to grab a bite, learn about a specific issue relevant to community health, and share information, resources, and events. This month's Chew and Chat will be held on...
Primary Care Physician Joins Buffalo Medical Group
Feb. 22 | (Williamsville, NY) – Buffalo Medical Group has added a primary care physician to its large complement of internal medicine and family medicine providers. Frank J. Voelker, D.O., joined the Buffalo Medical Group, PC, effective February 20. His practice...
BUFFALO NEWS: Concerns aired over prescription drug crisis
Feb. 21 | Doctors, pharmacists, regulators, lawmakers and parents who lost children to prescription drug addictions all agreed Monday that the state needs to take steps this year to address what is becoming a growing epidemic. What those solutions could entail...
Cyber-bullying Law in Erie County
Feb. 17 | Cyber-bullying against children and students is on its way to becoming a misdemeanor in Erie County.The County Legislature unanimously approved a new local law Thursday that would make electronic harassment and bullying against minors and students punishable...
Cancer Vaccines — Dr. Kelvin Lee
Feb. 15 | Wednesday, February 15, 2012 – 4:08pm Roswell Park Cancer Institute recently announced a new clinical trial of a cancer vaccine. Dr. Kelvin Lee, the Jacobs Family Chair of Immunology at Roswell Park Cancer Institute,...
Is Avastin a New Treatment Option for Advanced Ovarian Cancer?
Feb. 14 | Tuesday, February 14, 2012 – 3:24pm Mark Brady, PhD Gynecologic Oncology Group (GOG) Statistical and Data Center By studying the effects of bevacizumab (brand name...
Leroy Students and Mass Psychogenic Illness
Feb. 8 | A Personal Letter From Dr. Laszlo Mechtler and Dr. Jennifer McVige Buffalo 08 Feb 2012 At the Dent Neurologic Institute, Drs Jennifer McVige and Laszlo Mechtler have had the privilege to examine and treat 14 of the 19 patients from LeRoy, NY....
New Chiropractic Technique Eliminates Muscle and Joint Pain
Feb. 6 | Western New York Muscle and Joint Performance Chiropractic just announced its unique approach to chiropractic treatment called Active Release Technique. Many chiropractors do not use this method so many people are unaware of its benefits.
Every Sperm Is Sacred
Feb. 6 | Religious persecution against tadpoles Who’s making this a religious issue? The recent mandate by the Obama administration that requires companies who ensure their employees to provide birth control coverage isn’t forcing anyone to use contraception....
Floortime – An Emerging Intervention for Children With Autism
Feb. 5 | By Annette PinderGrowing up in Brooklyn, there was a child on our street who was different. She didn’t talk, and seemed to be off in her own world, as our moms whispered, “She’s autistic.” I found a book at the local library on the topic and...
Today Is National Wear Red Day
Feb. 3 | FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 3rdIS NATIONAL WEAR RED DAY!Buffalo,NY – The American Heart Association will mark the launch of American HeartMonth and its Go Red For Women campaign at a special Wear Red Day pressconference with Erie County HealthCommissioner, Dr....
Eat Well Live Well Challenge
Feb. 2 | Employers and Community Organizations are invited to Participate in A Community Wellness ProgramThe “Eat Well Live Well” Challenge is focused on increasingregular physical activity and nutrition choices that enable individuals toimprove their health...
Western New York Breast Resource Center Marks 15 Year Anniversary
Feb. 1 | Wednesday, February 1, 2012 – 3:33pm Joanne Janicki WNY Breast Resource Center Congratulations to the WNY Breast Resource Center at Roswell Park for 15 years of...
Cervical Cancer and HPV (human papillomavirus)
Jan. 29 | Sunday, January 29, 2012 – 5:06pm Peter Frederick, MD Dr. Peter Frederick explains the link between cervical cancer and HPV (human papillomavirus) and the use of the
Can the Mercury in Dental Fillings Cause Cancer?
Jan. 27 | Friday, January 27, 2012 – 1:56pm Amanda Sheehan, DDS Dental & Maxillofacial Care Center You may have heard that the mercury in dental fillings is of concern...
Cervical Cancer: Signs and Symptoms
Jan. 25 | Wednesday, January 25, 2012 – 10:35am Peter Frederick, MD We continue with our posts for Cervical Cancer Awareness Month by sharing some information on the signs and symptoms of cervical cancer....
