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Sunday, November 30, 2008
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Saturday, November 29, 2008
The Eye-Balled News
Boulder Sex Attacks, Hotel For Sex Offenders, Crime Victims Fight Back, Brain and Health Care News, NASA and Surfing
All In the Eye-Ball
News Interactive Sat, 29 Nov 2008 5:01 AM PSTA WOMAN says she lived her worst nightmare finding 14 snakes in her bedroom as she was about to go to sleep.
It was the longest lasting news event on US networks since 9/11New Kerala Fri, 28 Nov 2008 9:55 PM PSTBy Mayank Chhaya, New York, Nov 29 : The Mumbai terror attacks played big time in the US media but nowhere more so than on the 24-hour news network CNN.
Woman's testimony unreliable, judge finds in sexual assault caseStarPhoenix - Saskatoon,Saskatchewan,CanadaFabian Maytwayashing, 34, was tried in October on four charges: Committing sexual assault, choking to enable him to commit sexual assault, breaching a court ...See all stories on this topic
U.S. military bases brace for surge in stress-related disorders
More Men Take the Lead Caring for Elderly ParentsNew York Times Fri, 28 Nov 2008 8:55 PM PSTEven as they make up nearly 40 percent of family care providers now, men are less likely to ask for help to cope.
Sex invariably spells trouble, says Dalai LamaAFP via Yahoo! News Fri, 28 Nov 2008 10:38 AM PSTThe Dalai Lama, the exiled Tibetan spiritual and temporal leader, on Friday said sex spelt fleeting satisfaction and trouble later, while chastity offered a better life and "more freedom."
It was the longest lasting news event on US networks since 9/11New Kerala Fri, 28 Nov 2008 9:55 PM PSTBy Mayank Chhaya, New York, Nov 29 : The Mumbai terror attacks played big time in the US media but nowhere more so than on the 24-hour news network CNN.
Woman's testimony unreliable, judge finds in sexual assault caseStarPhoenix - Saskatoon,Saskatchewan,CanadaFabian Maytwayashing, 34, was tried in October on four charges: Committing sexual assault, choking to enable him to commit sexual assault, breaching a court ...See all stories on this topic
U.S. military bases brace for surge in stress-related disorders
More Men Take the Lead Caring for Elderly ParentsNew York Times Fri, 28 Nov 2008 8:55 PM PSTEven as they make up nearly 40 percent of family care providers now, men are less likely to ask for help to cope.
Sex invariably spells trouble, says Dalai LamaAFP via Yahoo! News Fri, 28 Nov 2008 10:38 AM PSTThe Dalai Lama, the exiled Tibetan spiritual and temporal leader, on Friday said sex spelt fleeting satisfaction and trouble later, while chastity offered a better life and "more freedom."
Sex offenders, predators find a home at Kissimmee motelOrlando Sentinel Sat, 29 Nov 2008 5:46 AM PSTWith just 15 units that date back to the 1960s, the Friendly Village Inn & Motel on U.S. Highway 192 is easily overlooked. But for more than a half-dozen sex offenders and predators, it is a place to call home.
AFPDutch "magic mushroom" vendors lose court bid against banAFPSeveral political parties have become more critical of the Netherlands' traditionally liberal approach on issues such as drugs and prostitution which is ...See all stories on this topic
End of a good spell for Amsterdam’s magic mushroomsTimes Online - UKThe Dutch Government has adopted a stricter stance on issues such as soft drugs and prostitution, as well as immigration, since the elections in 2006, ...See all stories on this topic
Wireless hub + RouterTo help us maintain a healthy community please report any illegal or ... So basically connecting my usb cell phone modem into a wireless router so it can ...
AFPDutch "magic mushroom" vendors lose court bid against banAFPSeveral political parties have become more critical of the Netherlands' traditionally liberal approach on issues such as drugs and prostitution which is ...See all stories on this topic
End of a good spell for Amsterdam’s magic mushroomsTimes Online - UKThe Dutch Government has adopted a stricter stance on issues such as soft drugs and prostitution, as well as immigration, since the elections in 2006, ...See all stories on this topic
Wireless hub + RouterTo help us maintain a healthy community please report any illegal or ... So basically connecting my usb cell phone modem into a wireless router so it can ...
Wireless LANS: Phooey to 3GCell phone service in Afghanistan: The war-torn country's wireless service ... The Pedal-to-the-Metal, Totally Illegal, Cross-Country Sprint for Glory .
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Documents released in Hatfill anthrax caseJournal Inquirer Thu, 27 Nov 2008 11:26 PM PSTWASHINGTON — Pharmacy records and writings initially — but wrongly — helped lead the FBI to Army scientist Steven Hatfill in the 2001 anthrax attacks, Justice Department documents released Tuesday show.
Working with K-9 teams for successful perimeter containmentPolice News - San Francisco,CA,USAPerimeter containment is a proven tactic for apprehending fleeing suspects who are attempting to evade law enforcement on foot. ...See all stories on this topic
Documents released in Hatfill anthrax caseJournal Inquirer Thu, 27 Nov 2008 11:26 PM PSTWASHINGTON — Pharmacy records and writings initially — but wrongly — helped lead the FBI to Army scientist Steven Hatfill in the 2001 anthrax attacks, Justice Department documents released Tuesday show.
Working with K-9 teams for successful perimeter containmentPolice News - San Francisco,CA,USAPerimeter containment is a proven tactic for apprehending fleeing suspects who are attempting to evade law enforcement on foot. ...See all stories on this topic
Rendell rightly saves important health care agencyTowanda Daily Review - Towanda,PA,USAIt extends the life of the Pennsylvania Health Care Cost Containment Council, also known as PHC4, through the end of the current fiscal year, ...See all stories on this topic
';Loneliness as a Way of Life'Wall Street Journal - USAThe All -- the absolute containment of the inside on the outside; the One -- the absolute containment of the outside on the inside. ...See all stories on this topic
Triple Crown of Surfing on today; larger waves expectedHonolulu Advertiser Fri, 28 Nov 2008 10:45 AM PSTThe Vans Triple Crown of Surfing is on today at Sunset Beach.
Surfing becomes a new wave treatment to cure drug addictsTimes Online Thu, 27 Nov 2008 4:50 PM PSTAs a sport and lifestyle, it is not noted for its medical benefits. But an addiction clinic in Cape Town has taken up surfing as part of its rehabilitation programme.
Former South African addict helps others kick the habit – by surfingThe Christian Science Monitor via Yahoo! News Fri, 28 Nov 2008 0:00 AM PSTThey've ridden the high and lows of addiction and now a group of recovering addicts is learning to surf the waves as an unlikely part of their rehabilitation program.
Boulder Woman Drugged, Assaulted Thanksgiving NightMy Fox Colorado.com - Denver,CO,USAIn the past month, sexual assault reports have happened in this area almost weekly. "It makes me really sad to think that this is happening in Boulder which ...See all stories on this topic
New Sacramento cop trades DA's office desk for life on streetsSacramento Bee - CA, USA"I think it's certainly a testament to his character and his commitment to law enforcement to make that change," Young said. Hall's interest in law ...See all stories on this topic
Boulder Woman Drugged, Assaulted Thanksgiving NightMy Fox Colorado.com - Denver,CO,USAIn the past month, sexual assault reports have happened in this area almost weekly. "It makes me really sad to think that this is happening in Boulder which ...See all stories on this topic
New Sacramento cop trades DA's office desk for life on streetsSacramento Bee - CA, USA"I think it's certainly a testament to his character and his commitment to law enforcement to make that change," Young said. Hall's interest in law ...See all stories on this topic
Medical liability: Tough callTopeka Capital Journal - Topeka,KS,USAWilson said some law enforcement departments have addressed the issue by hiring third-party medical service providers who agree to assume liability for ...See all stories on this topic
found it online, so it must be trueDallas Morning News - Dallas,TX,USAReuters Health talked to a medical professor who has researched the accuracy of information on Wikipedia about prescription drugs. ...See all stories on this topic
Bush interviewed by sisterAustin American-Statesman - Austin,TX,USAI carefully considered the advice of smart, capable people and made tough decisions. I’d like to be a president (known) as somebody who liberated 50 million ...See all stories on this topic
BBC NewsA non-man's man in the mean streetsBBC News - UKWith the drugs come killings, committed largely by and on young men involved in the trade. For the best part of four weeks these crime-ridden communities ...See all stories on this topic
found it online, so it must be trueDallas Morning News - Dallas,TX,USAReuters Health talked to a medical professor who has researched the accuracy of information on Wikipedia about prescription drugs. ...See all stories on this topic
Bush interviewed by sisterAustin American-Statesman - Austin,TX,USAI carefully considered the advice of smart, capable people and made tough decisions. I’d like to be a president (known) as somebody who liberated 50 million ...See all stories on this topic
BBC NewsA non-man's man in the mean streetsBBC News - UKWith the drugs come killings, committed largely by and on young men involved in the trade. For the best part of four weeks these crime-ridden communities ...See all stories on this topic
Studying how nitric oxide alters brain function can lead to ...DailyIndia.com - Jacksonville,FL,USAProfessor Forsythe revealed that his research team will be trying to understand how these signalling mechanisms are applicable elsewhere in the brain, ...See all stories on this topic
Crime victims hailed for battling backToronto Sun Fri, 28 Nov 2008 0:51 AM PSTThirteen victims of crime, victim service professionals and volunteers received the Victim Services Awards of Distinction at the Ontario legislature yesterday.
Severe mental illness sufferers more likely to be crime victimsThe Shreveport Times Fri, 28 Nov 2008 0:01 AM PSTPeople with schizophrenia and other severe mental illnesses are more likely to be crime victims than crime perpetrators, according to a 2005 national study. Schizophrenics can control symptoms of the illness with medication and therapy. LSU Health Sciences Center in Shreveport is participating in two clinical trials that study whether medications can help adults and teens with the illness.
'Human traffic' victims rescuedBBC News Fri, 28 Nov 2008 3:56 AM PSTThe police organised crime squad rescues two victims of human trafficking in the greater Belfast area.
Focus is on the victimsThe Paris News Fri, 28 Nov 2008 11:46 AM PSTCrime victims, particularly those who’ve had a loved one die in a crime, face bittersweet holidays in the wake of violence. A group of local advocates are holding their sixth annual ceremony to honor the memory of victims and give survivors the opportunity to reflect.
Police quiz might help prevent holiday crimeThe Topeka Capital-Journal Fri, 28 Nov 2008 6:35 AM PSTNow that the holiday shopping season is here, the Topeka Police Department has some tips that might reduce the risk of people becoming the victims of crime.
Paying respects was grave errorHerald Sun Fri, 28 Nov 2008 5:00 AM PSTBEN Cousins' decision to attend the funeral of a convicted drug trafficker has outraged victims of crime.
DUIs: Forget what you think you knowThe Daily Democrat Fri, 28 Nov 2008 4:17 AM PSTIn the history of crime, suspects, victims and witnesses express the same sentiment: I was surprised at how quickly and uncontrollably things went from good to terrible. This power of bad facts set in motion is the foundation of crime as we know it and is illustrated, routinely, in DUI collisions.
State cuts hurt program protecting elderly and disabledThe Record Searchlight Fri, 28 Nov 2008 8:40 AM PSTThe watchdog service with an eye for bedsores, bruises and thefts inflicted on the most vulnerable people - frail elders and the disabled in nursing homes and residential care facilities - is straining under state budget cuts. The Long Term Care Ombudsman program monitors and responds to complaints of physical, emotional and financial abuse in 13 north state counties. It lost $267,000 in ...
Stem cell obstaclesPhysOrg.com - Evergreen,VA,USA"There are still a number of major hurdles in the path of stem cell research today that are preventing the routine application of the technology in ...See all stories on this topic
ReutersResearch on mice links fast food to Alzheimer'sReuters - USA... brain," Susanne Akterin, a researcher at the Karolinska Institutet's Alzheimer's Disease Research Center, who led the study, said in a statement. ...See all stories on this topic
Fast Food A Potential Risk Factor For Alzheimer’sScience Daily (press release) - USAPrevious research has shown that a phenomenon known as oxidative stress in the brain and a relatively low intake of dietary antioxidants can also increase ...See all stories on this topic
Men taking on big waves as Triple Crown of Surfing is onHonolulu Advertiser Sat, 29 Nov 2008 11:15 AM PSTThe men's division of the Vans Triple Crown of Surfing is on today in big waves at Sunset Beach.
Tag That Image: Visual Bookmarking Sites Worth BrowsingNew York Times Fri, 28 Nov 2008 7:43 PM PSTHalf the fun of surfing the Internet is stumbling across tasty little Web treats that you never would have thought to look for. Traditional social bookmarking sites like Digg and Delicious are great for finding articles and other text that other Web surfers have tagged as interesting.
Lay day called at Roxy ProThe West Australian Sat, 29 Nov 2008 1:23 PM PSTA lay-day has been called at the women's Roxy Pro surfing event at Sunset Beach. Organisers have called the competition off for the day, allowing the men in the Triple Crown to tackle the solid three- to four-metre surf on offer.
Surf-tour Brad on board for the LordMudgee Guardian Sat, 29 Nov 2008 1:29 PM PSTIT'S not unheard of for religious people to pass gracefully over water but the professional surfing world tour has taken that to a new level by appointing a chaplain.
Tail slide puts Payne in good positionHonolulu Star-Bulletin Sat, 29 Nov 2008 4:44 AM PSTDusty Payne owned Sunset Beach yesterday at the O'Neill World Cup of Surfing. It was the first day of competition at the second jewel of the 26th annual Vans Triple Crown of Surfing and Payne was ripping.
Towering waves hit Oahu's North ShoreKHNL News 8 Honolulu Fri, 28 Nov 2008 8:04 PM PSTOAHU'S NORTH SHORE (KHNL) - It's a huge day for surfing on Oahu's North Shore. The Vans Triple Crown of Surfing continues its second leg Friday. Towering waves mean a thrilling race for both the women's and men's competition. While it's good news for pros, it's also a warning for amateurs.
Gilmore rebounds to reach quartersAustralian Broadcasting Corporation Fri, 28 Nov 2008 8:20 PM PSTAustralian world surfing champion Stephanie Gilmore has rebounded from a first round hammering at the hands of Hawaiian Melanie Bartels to reach the quarter-finals of the Roxy Pro at Sunset Beach in Hawaii.
Gilmore storms back to reach quartersFOXSPORTS.com.au Fri, 28 Nov 2008 5:30 PM PSTWORLD surfing champion Stephanie Gilmore has rebounded from a first round hammering to reach the quarter-finals of the Roxy Pro at Sunset Beach.
FBI Special Agent Samuel Hicks Killed in the Line of DutyWed, 19 Nov 2008 10:42:16 -0600
Special Agent Samuel Hicks, assigned to the Pittsburgh FBI Office, was fatally shot today while executing a federal search warrant associated with a drug distribution ring. One suspect is in custody and an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the shooting is being conducted.7:33 AM HAST ThursdayDisney brea
The U.S. Department of Labor has joined with the U.S. Departments of Defense and Veterans Affairs to launch a Web-based directory to help wounded warriors identify resources available to assist them in transitioning back to civilian life. The National Resource Directory encompasses more than 10,000 services and resources. This new website also allows visitors to find help and resources in their own state by clicking on a state map.
"This directory is valuable for our returning wounded warriors and their positive reintegration back into mainstream American life," said Neil Romano, assistant secretary for the Labor Department's Office of Disability Employment Policy.
This information has recently been updated, and can be accessed by visiting this link: http://www.disabilityinfo.gov/digov-public/public/DisplayPage.do?parentFolderId=10. ks ground at Hawaii resort http://zangarijournalism.com/
NASA astronauts on space shuttle Endeavour's STS-126 mission will install an instrument on the International Space Station that can "smell" dangerous chemicals in the air.
Tuesday, November 25, 2008
A Juvinile Putty Shoot
The Springs Of My Bed
I fired up the amplifier.
I had wired it wrong and the shock of the ambient electricity filled the room. Static electricity arced between the follicles of my hair. My teeth and gums tingled wickedly.
In a sizzle, the electricity flooded the wires around the room and hit the speakers with a whump.. It threw a howling wave of feed-back across my auras and the lobes of my brain like someone tossed a bucket of paint in my face.
“IYEEEEEEEE!” came the disembodied scream of my harasser from the refrigerator.
“Be careful” he screamed.
The smell of copper filled the room.
I could taste it on my tongue.
For a brief moment, the man on the microphone had stepped out of role.
He had dropped the litany of my sins and pooped his pants.
I would pay for that, he assured me.
For two months I had been involved in a radio show that I could not turn off.
There was little to distinguish this involvement from a psychotic break, except for the fact that it wasn’t particularly creative, it was obviously scripted and had a goal. The individuals doing the 24/7 air shift wanted me to move. They would not let me sleep or work. It was constant. I couldn’t go to the bathroom without someone commenting on the size of the emission or the smell.
I had made the police reports. They had been noted.
Describing this situation had been a real challenge.
Especially since filing the lawsuit my advisories had told anyone that would listen that I was psychotic, mentally deranged, wacked out, disgruntled and maybe even dangerous since leaving the agency.
I hadn’t slept in two months and I needed a haircut.
I assumed the role of a lunatic without saying a word.
“Don’t listen to him. He’s crazy” the director would say when he casually called the police and local journalists to give them the heads-up. "Under the influences, if you know what I mean."
“He wets the bed, shoplifts and worships the devil.”
Coincidentally, things that he himself had as hobbies.
The police, people I had worked with for several years looked at me with weary eyes.
“Toxins” I managed to get out when I could talk about it. “The work place is dangerous. They cause brain damage.”
“Get over it” friends urged.
I could barely talk.
As the copper tanged my tongue, I realized that we had entered a new phase in the lawsuit.
Gone were the ideas of a civilized debate among colleagues.
The daggers were out.
I knew I would have to fight back to survive.
The enemy had invaded the home land.
They spoke to me from the springs in my bed.
I was involved in a juvenile putty shoot.
Monday, November 24, 2008
Eye-Balled News
Eye-Balled News
K-complex-induced seizures in autosomal dominant nocturnal frontal lobe ...
In nine cases a sound induced a K-complex that was immediately followed by the seizure. ... of sound-triggered seizures - support the view that ADNFLE seizures may be ...
www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/ 18762450?dopt=Citation
Authors
An Exploration Of 'The Migraine Brain'
Neurologist Carolyn Bernstein, co-author (with journalist Elaine McArdle) of The Migraine Brain, estimates that 30 million Americans suffer from migraines — and that most sufferers don't realize they have the condition.
Read an excerpt of The Migraine Brain »
57 AM HAST FridayJudge tosses Obama birth certificate suit
Reef Hawaiian Pro men's surfing finals postponedHonolulu Advertiser Fri, 21 Nov 2008 10:45 AM PSTThe final day of the Reef Hawaiian Pro men's surfing contest is postponed today due to a lack of quality waves at Hale'iwa Ali'i Beach.
The Pentagon responds to anthrax articlesBaltimore Examiner - Baltimore,MD,USAThe Food and Drug Administration has repeatedly found, and independent medical experts have confirmed, that the anthrax vaccine is safe and effective. ...See all stories on this topic
Health Department Uses Flu Clinic as DrillNew Canaan News Review - New Canaan,CT,USAThe response team meets weekly to draft emergency plans for many health threats, from hurricanes to anthrax. During one meeting in mid-November, ...See all stories on this topic
Woman to Be Sentenced for Child Sex Trafficking1010 WINS New York Fri, 21 Nov 2008 5:42 AM PST A 46-year-old upstate New York woman will be sentenced for selling a 12-year-old girl to a man for sex as payment for the woman's back rent.
Brain scans to detect Gulf War syndromeUPI Thu, 20 Nov 2008 6:37 PM PSTDALLAS, Nov. 20 (UPI) -- Researchers at Southern Methodist University in Dallas said they are aiming to pinpoint specific areas of the the brain affected by Gulf War Syndrome.
Attendance of Religious Services Reduces DeathPsych Central Fri, 21 Nov 2008 6:49 AM PSTA new study strongly suggests that regular attendance at religious services reduces the risk of death by approximately 20 percent in post-menopausal women. The findings, published in Psychology and Health, were based on data drawn from participants who spanned numerous religious denominations. The research was conducted by Eliezer Schnall, Ph.D. of Yeshiva [...]
More NewsThe Scranton Times-Tribune Fri, 21 Nov 2008 1:39 AM PSTQ: In what language do bilingual people dream? A: It depends on a number of factors, said Dr. Jyotsna Vaid, professor of psychology at Texas A&M University. These factors include how fluent a person is in a second language, the length of residence in the country of the second language and the language of the person’s elementary education.
Sexually Harassed Employees Experience Less Job Satisfaction And Lower Job PerformanceMedical News Today Fri, 21 Nov 2008 4:08 AM PSTA new study in the journal Psychology of Women Quarterly examined the effects of workplace sexual harassment and found that employees who were harassed report lower levels of job satisfaction, organizational commitment, and job performance. Employees also experienced higher levels of psychological distress and physical problems than those who were not harassed.
FDLE talks of cutbacks that have local law enforcement nervousGainesville Sun - Gainesville,FL,USABy Karen Voyles Those are all activities the Florida Department Law Enforcement has proposed eliminating to cut the agency’s budget by 10 percent. ...See all stories on this topic
3 US arrests over racist anti-Obama graffitiGMA News Fri, 21 Nov 2008 1:36 PM PSTMASTIC, N.Y. - Three men accused of spray-painting racist and lewd graffiti on about 40 vehicles, including messages targeting President-elect Barack Obama, are not being charged with a hate crime because none of the victims were specifically targeted because of their race, a police official said Friday.
Gunshots to scare birds triggers reactionThe Press-Enterprise Fri, 21 Nov 2008 8:15 AM PSTA golf course groundskeeper shot several blank cartridges into the air to scare away nuisance birds yesterday in Palm Desert, triggering emergency calls of gunshots and a police investigation to find shooting victims and a crime scene, according to Riverside County sheriff's officials.
SENIORS LEARN ABOUT PINE BLUFF’S DRUG WARPine Bluff Commercial Fri, 21 Nov 2008 7:35 AM PSTIllegal drug activity is a reality in every community, but there are efforts being made every day to fight the problems, according to presenters at a Crime Victims Support Group meeting Wednesday.
Board rejects `don't tell' policyToronto Star Fri, 21 Nov 2008 1:37 AM PSTThe Toronto Police Services Board has voted to reject a controversial "don't ask, don't tell" policy for victims and witnesses of crime who are not legally in the country. It's a move that social advocates say is endangering women's lives.
Bruning to ask tougher penalties for small fraudsLincoln Journal Star Thu, 20 Nov 2008 10:54 PM PSTOMAHA — Nebraska Attorney General Jon Bruning will ask the Legislature next year to allow prosecutors to combine the losses of multiple victims of financial crime in a single charge.
Berks Latino youths learn to handle bullies with careReading Eagle Thu, 20 Nov 2008 10:33 PM PSTBullying in schools can be like organized crime, perpetuated by groups of students who exercise power over others. To combat it, victims need to speak up and find a mediator to confront the problem, students were told Thursday at the third annual Latino Youth Conference in Reading.
Blood Component That Turns Anthrax Bacteria Virulent IdentifiedScience Daily Fri, 21 Nov 2008 1:13 PM PSTScientists have discovered the key chemical that signals Bacillus anthracis, the bacterium that causes anthrax, to become lethal. This finding opens up new avenues of exploration for the development of treatments for bacterial infections.
Brevard's unemployment rate hits 7.6%Florida Today - Melbourne,FL,USAThe 7.6 percent figure in October was the highest jobless rate on the Space Coast since January 1995, when the local rate was 7.9 percent. ...See all stories on this topic
State officials seek OK to jam cell-phone signals in prisonsGreenville News - Greenville,SC,USA"FCC Chairman Kevin Martin understands the concerns of state and local law enforcement officials and is willing to work with them on this complex issue," ...See all stories on this topic
Swedish DNA tests confirm remains of CopernicusThe Local - SwedenJerzy Gassowski, head of the Archeology and Anthropology Institute in Pultusk in central Poland, confirmed the news at a press conference on Thursday. ...See all stories on this topic
Taser Safety Has Many Asking More QuestionsWJZ - Baltimore,MD,USA"We don't have jurisdiction over any of the local law enforcement agencies. But, what we can provide to them is a comprehensive look at the issues of taser ...See all stories on this topic
Urban Violence Subcommittee, co-chaired by local DA, issues reportWakefield Observer - Beverly,MA,USACoakley and Blodgett gathered leaders with diverse perspectives about urban violence, including law enforcement, educators, business leaders, youth-service ...See all stories on this topic
Some good came of a quiet man speaking upThe Sarasota Herald-Tribune Sun, 23 Nov 2008 10:23 PM PSTBeing one of the first to speak out about Gulf War Syndrome was not a good career move, former medical researcher Tom Tiedt says.
Surfing: Second event in Vans Triple Crown of Surfing postponedHonolulu Advertiser Mon, 24 Nov 2008 12:46 PM PSTThe second event in the Vans Triple Crown of Surfing is postponed today due to a lack of quality waves at Sunset Beach.
Neb. Domestic Violence Sexual Assault Coalition hires executive ...NTV - Kearney,NE,USA(AP) - The Nebraska Domestic Violence Sexual Assault Coalition has hired Lynne Lange as its new executive director. Before being hired, Lange was the ...See all stories on this topic
Thai general told to danceThailandnews.net Fri, 21 Nov 2008 10:11 PM PSTA maverick Thai general who has threatened to bomb anti-government protesters and drop snakes on them from helicopters has been reassigned as an aerobics teacher, the Bangkok Post said yesterday. Majo...
Experts question boy's confessionSan Diego Union-Tribune Sun, 23 Nov 2008 3:15 AM PSTPHOENIX – It's very unlikely the videotaped confession of an 8-year-old Arizona boy charged with killing his father and another man will be admissible in court, legal and child psychology experts say.
Fed report vindicates ill Gulf War vets
Nov 23 1:39 AM EST
Kevin Knight can rattle off the symptoms: skin rash, respiratory problems, short-term memory loss and chronic fatigue. He has had them all. But for years, the retired Army first sergeant was told that his poor health had nothing to do with his service in the Gulf War.
Al Qaeda says order given for US attack “far bigger than 9/11”DEBKAfile Sat, 22 Nov 2008 11:35 PM PSTDEBKA file ’s counter-terror sources report that US president-elect Barack Obama, European and Russian heads of state in Washington for the G20 conference over the weekend were briefed about a probable early al Qaeda attack.
Clue to Cause of Epileptic Seizures DiscoveredWashington Post - United StatesRecent research has suggested that activation of the immune system in the brain, and the resulting inflammation processes, may play a role in epilepsy. ...See all stories on this topic
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
November 24, 2008
EEL Program to Host Migration Celebration
MELBOURNE BEACH, Fla. – Brevard County’s Environmentally Endangered Lands Program will host a Migration Celebration, on Saturday, December 6 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Barrier Island Sanctuary Management and Education Center (Barrier Island Center), located at 8385 South Highway A1A, Melbourne Beach.
The Barrier Island Center invites the public to “migrate” to the Center for a celebration of the six-month anniversary of the Center, the end of hurricane season, the beginning of the Right whale migration, and the start of shorebird migration season.
Featured events for this celebration will include guest speakers, presentations, a guided hike, shorebird viewing, oyster mat making, live music, live animals, eco-arts, and storytelling. There will be activities for all age groups, and the event is free. Refreshments will be available for purchase.
Overflow parking for the Migration Celebration will be available at Chapel By the Sea, 8240 South Highway A1A, located just north of the Sanctuary on the west side of A1A.
For more information, call the Barrier Island Center at 321-723-3556. Visit www.barrierislandcenter.com to learn more about upcoming events.
Police might be violating open record lawsThe Post and Courier Sat, 22 Nov 2008 9:19 PM PSTCharleston police are violating the state's open record laws by withholding key information about crime victims, witnesses and events from incident reports released to the public, one of the state's foremost experts on sunshine laws said. After years of releasing crime reports in their entirety, Charleston police recently began blacking out names, addresses, phone numbers and other important ...
Could Marijuana Substance Help Prevent Or Delay Memory Impairment In The Aging Brain?Science Daily Sat, 22 Nov 2008 3:29 PM PSTScientists are finding that specific elements of marijuana can be good for the aging brain by reducing inflammation there and possibly even stimulating the formation of new brain cells. Some research suggests that developing a legal drug that contains certain properties similar to those in marijuana might help prevent or delay the onset of Alzheimer's disease. Though the exact cause of ...
Antigenics Vaccine for Brain Cancer Extends Lives of PatientsBloomberg Mon, 24 Nov 2008 11:53 AM PSTNov. 24 (Bloomberg) -- Antigenics Inc. said its experimental cancer treatment, which uses cells from a patient's tumor to produce a vaccine, helped extend the lives of people with an aggressive form of brain tumors.
It's Not a Tumor, It's a Brain WormABC News Mon, 24 Nov 2008 8:07 AM PSTDoctor surprised to find a worm living inside a woman's brain.
Adult brain neurons can remodel connectionsEurekAlert! Mon, 24 Nov 2008 2:29 PM PSTOverturning a century of prevailing thought, scientists are finding that neurons in the adult brain can remodel their connections.
Third brain operation for Seve Ballesteros after further bleedingDaily Telegraph Mon, 24 Nov 2008 12:45 PM PSTSeve Ballesteros to undergo third operation on rare type of tumour to stop bleeding in the golfer's brain.
=z= The novelist, journalist and psychologist Engineers at odds about artificial reefFlorida Today Wed, 19 Nov 2008 9:53 AM PSTA Melbourne c
=z= The novelist, journalist and psychologist Michael Zangari
FBI Special Agent Samuel Hicks Killed in the Line of DutyWed, 19 Nov 2008 10:42:16 -0600
Special Agent Samuel Hicks, assigned to the Pittsburgh FBI Office, was fatally shot today while executing a federal search warrant associated with a drug distribution ring. One suspect is in custody and an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the shooting is being conducted.
K-complex-induced seizures in autosomal dominant nocturnal frontal lobe ...
In nine cases a sound induced a K-complex that was immediately followed by the seizure. ... of sound-triggered seizures - support the view that ADNFLE seizures may be ...
www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/ 18762450?dopt=Citation
Authors
An Exploration Of 'The Migraine Brain'
Neurologist Carolyn Bernstein, co-author (with journalist Elaine McArdle) of The Migraine Brain, estimates that 30 million Americans suffer from migraines — and that most sufferers don't realize they have the condition.
Read an excerpt of The Migraine Brain »
57 AM HAST FridayJudge tosses Obama birth certificate suit
Reef Hawaiian Pro men's surfing finals postponedHonolulu Advertiser Fri, 21 Nov 2008 10:45 AM PSTThe final day of the Reef Hawaiian Pro men's surfing contest is postponed today due to a lack of quality waves at Hale'iwa Ali'i Beach.
The Pentagon responds to anthrax articlesBaltimore Examiner - Baltimore,MD,USAThe Food and Drug Administration has repeatedly found, and independent medical experts have confirmed, that the anthrax vaccine is safe and effective. ...See all stories on this topic
Health Department Uses Flu Clinic as DrillNew Canaan News Review - New Canaan,CT,USAThe response team meets weekly to draft emergency plans for many health threats, from hurricanes to anthrax. During one meeting in mid-November, ...See all stories on this topic
Woman to Be Sentenced for Child Sex Trafficking1010 WINS New York Fri, 21 Nov 2008 5:42 AM PST A 46-year-old upstate New York woman will be sentenced for selling a 12-year-old girl to a man for sex as payment for the woman's back rent.
Brain scans to detect Gulf War syndromeUPI Thu, 20 Nov 2008 6:37 PM PSTDALLAS, Nov. 20 (UPI) -- Researchers at Southern Methodist University in Dallas said they are aiming to pinpoint specific areas of the the brain affected by Gulf War Syndrome.
Attendance of Religious Services Reduces DeathPsych Central Fri, 21 Nov 2008 6:49 AM PSTA new study strongly suggests that regular attendance at religious services reduces the risk of death by approximately 20 percent in post-menopausal women. The findings, published in Psychology and Health, were based on data drawn from participants who spanned numerous religious denominations. The research was conducted by Eliezer Schnall, Ph.D. of Yeshiva [...]
More NewsThe Scranton Times-Tribune Fri, 21 Nov 2008 1:39 AM PSTQ: In what language do bilingual people dream? A: It depends on a number of factors, said Dr. Jyotsna Vaid, professor of psychology at Texas A&M University. These factors include how fluent a person is in a second language, the length of residence in the country of the second language and the language of the person’s elementary education.
Sexually Harassed Employees Experience Less Job Satisfaction And Lower Job PerformanceMedical News Today Fri, 21 Nov 2008 4:08 AM PSTA new study in the journal Psychology of Women Quarterly examined the effects of workplace sexual harassment and found that employees who were harassed report lower levels of job satisfaction, organizational commitment, and job performance. Employees also experienced higher levels of psychological distress and physical problems than those who were not harassed.
FDLE talks of cutbacks that have local law enforcement nervousGainesville Sun - Gainesville,FL,USABy Karen Voyles Those are all activities the Florida Department Law Enforcement has proposed eliminating to cut the agency’s budget by 10 percent. ...See all stories on this topic
3 US arrests over racist anti-Obama graffitiGMA News Fri, 21 Nov 2008 1:36 PM PSTMASTIC, N.Y. - Three men accused of spray-painting racist and lewd graffiti on about 40 vehicles, including messages targeting President-elect Barack Obama, are not being charged with a hate crime because none of the victims were specifically targeted because of their race, a police official said Friday.
Gunshots to scare birds triggers reactionThe Press-Enterprise Fri, 21 Nov 2008 8:15 AM PSTA golf course groundskeeper shot several blank cartridges into the air to scare away nuisance birds yesterday in Palm Desert, triggering emergency calls of gunshots and a police investigation to find shooting victims and a crime scene, according to Riverside County sheriff's officials.
SENIORS LEARN ABOUT PINE BLUFF’S DRUG WARPine Bluff Commercial Fri, 21 Nov 2008 7:35 AM PSTIllegal drug activity is a reality in every community, but there are efforts being made every day to fight the problems, according to presenters at a Crime Victims Support Group meeting Wednesday.
Board rejects `don't tell' policyToronto Star Fri, 21 Nov 2008 1:37 AM PSTThe Toronto Police Services Board has voted to reject a controversial "don't ask, don't tell" policy for victims and witnesses of crime who are not legally in the country. It's a move that social advocates say is endangering women's lives.
Bruning to ask tougher penalties for small fraudsLincoln Journal Star Thu, 20 Nov 2008 10:54 PM PSTOMAHA — Nebraska Attorney General Jon Bruning will ask the Legislature next year to allow prosecutors to combine the losses of multiple victims of financial crime in a single charge.
Berks Latino youths learn to handle bullies with careReading Eagle Thu, 20 Nov 2008 10:33 PM PSTBullying in schools can be like organized crime, perpetuated by groups of students who exercise power over others. To combat it, victims need to speak up and find a mediator to confront the problem, students were told Thursday at the third annual Latino Youth Conference in Reading.
Blood Component That Turns Anthrax Bacteria Virulent IdentifiedScience Daily Fri, 21 Nov 2008 1:13 PM PSTScientists have discovered the key chemical that signals Bacillus anthracis, the bacterium that causes anthrax, to become lethal. This finding opens up new avenues of exploration for the development of treatments for bacterial infections.
Brevard's unemployment rate hits 7.6%Florida Today - Melbourne,FL,USAThe 7.6 percent figure in October was the highest jobless rate on the Space Coast since January 1995, when the local rate was 7.9 percent. ...See all stories on this topic
State officials seek OK to jam cell-phone signals in prisonsGreenville News - Greenville,SC,USA"FCC Chairman Kevin Martin understands the concerns of state and local law enforcement officials and is willing to work with them on this complex issue," ...See all stories on this topic
Swedish DNA tests confirm remains of CopernicusThe Local - SwedenJerzy Gassowski, head of the Archeology and Anthropology Institute in Pultusk in central Poland, confirmed the news at a press conference on Thursday. ...See all stories on this topic
Taser Safety Has Many Asking More QuestionsWJZ - Baltimore,MD,USA"We don't have jurisdiction over any of the local law enforcement agencies. But, what we can provide to them is a comprehensive look at the issues of taser ...See all stories on this topic
Urban Violence Subcommittee, co-chaired by local DA, issues reportWakefield Observer - Beverly,MA,USACoakley and Blodgett gathered leaders with diverse perspectives about urban violence, including law enforcement, educators, business leaders, youth-service ...See all stories on this topic
Some good came of a quiet man speaking upThe Sarasota Herald-Tribune Sun, 23 Nov 2008 10:23 PM PSTBeing one of the first to speak out about Gulf War Syndrome was not a good career move, former medical researcher Tom Tiedt says.
Surfing: Second event in Vans Triple Crown of Surfing postponedHonolulu Advertiser Mon, 24 Nov 2008 12:46 PM PSTThe second event in the Vans Triple Crown of Surfing is postponed today due to a lack of quality waves at Sunset Beach.
Neb. Domestic Violence Sexual Assault Coalition hires executive ...NTV - Kearney,NE,USA(AP) - The Nebraska Domestic Violence Sexual Assault Coalition has hired Lynne Lange as its new executive director. Before being hired, Lange was the ...See all stories on this topic
Thai general told to danceThailandnews.net Fri, 21 Nov 2008 10:11 PM PSTA maverick Thai general who has threatened to bomb anti-government protesters and drop snakes on them from helicopters has been reassigned as an aerobics teacher, the Bangkok Post said yesterday. Majo...
Experts question boy's confessionSan Diego Union-Tribune Sun, 23 Nov 2008 3:15 AM PSTPHOENIX – It's very unlikely the videotaped confession of an 8-year-old Arizona boy charged with killing his father and another man will be admissible in court, legal and child psychology experts say.
Fed report vindicates ill Gulf War vets
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Kevin Knight can rattle off the symptoms: skin rash, respiratory problems, short-term memory loss and chronic fatigue. He has had them all. But for years, the retired Army first sergeant was told that his poor health had nothing to do with his service in the Gulf War.
Al Qaeda says order given for US attack “far bigger than 9/11”DEBKAfile Sat, 22 Nov 2008 11:35 PM PSTDEBKA file ’s counter-terror sources report that US president-elect Barack Obama, European and Russian heads of state in Washington for the G20 conference over the weekend were briefed about a probable early al Qaeda attack.
Clue to Cause of Epileptic Seizures DiscoveredWashington Post - United StatesRecent research has suggested that activation of the immune system in the brain, and the resulting inflammation processes, may play a role in epilepsy. ...See all stories on this topic
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November 24, 2008
EEL Program to Host Migration Celebration
MELBOURNE BEACH, Fla. – Brevard County’s Environmentally Endangered Lands Program will host a Migration Celebration, on Saturday, December 6 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Barrier Island Sanctuary Management and Education Center (Barrier Island Center), located at 8385 South Highway A1A, Melbourne Beach.
The Barrier Island Center invites the public to “migrate” to the Center for a celebration of the six-month anniversary of the Center, the end of hurricane season, the beginning of the Right whale migration, and the start of shorebird migration season.
Featured events for this celebration will include guest speakers, presentations, a guided hike, shorebird viewing, oyster mat making, live music, live animals, eco-arts, and storytelling. There will be activities for all age groups, and the event is free. Refreshments will be available for purchase.
Overflow parking for the Migration Celebration will be available at Chapel By the Sea, 8240 South Highway A1A, located just north of the Sanctuary on the west side of A1A.
For more information, call the Barrier Island Center at 321-723-3556. Visit www.barrierislandcenter.com to learn more about upcoming events.
Police might be violating open record lawsThe Post and Courier Sat, 22 Nov 2008 9:19 PM PSTCharleston police are violating the state's open record laws by withholding key information about crime victims, witnesses and events from incident reports released to the public, one of the state's foremost experts on sunshine laws said. After years of releasing crime reports in their entirety, Charleston police recently began blacking out names, addresses, phone numbers and other important ...
Could Marijuana Substance Help Prevent Or Delay Memory Impairment In The Aging Brain?Science Daily Sat, 22 Nov 2008 3:29 PM PSTScientists are finding that specific elements of marijuana can be good for the aging brain by reducing inflammation there and possibly even stimulating the formation of new brain cells. Some research suggests that developing a legal drug that contains certain properties similar to those in marijuana might help prevent or delay the onset of Alzheimer's disease. Though the exact cause of ...
Antigenics Vaccine for Brain Cancer Extends Lives of PatientsBloomberg Mon, 24 Nov 2008 11:53 AM PSTNov. 24 (Bloomberg) -- Antigenics Inc. said its experimental cancer treatment, which uses cells from a patient's tumor to produce a vaccine, helped extend the lives of people with an aggressive form of brain tumors.
It's Not a Tumor, It's a Brain WormABC News Mon, 24 Nov 2008 8:07 AM PSTDoctor surprised to find a worm living inside a woman's brain.
Adult brain neurons can remodel connectionsEurekAlert! Mon, 24 Nov 2008 2:29 PM PSTOverturning a century of prevailing thought, scientists are finding that neurons in the adult brain can remodel their connections.
Third brain operation for Seve Ballesteros after further bleedingDaily Telegraph Mon, 24 Nov 2008 12:45 PM PSTSeve Ballesteros to undergo third operation on rare type of tumour to stop bleeding in the golfer's brain.
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FBI Special Agent Samuel Hicks Killed in the Line of DutyWed, 19 Nov 2008 10:42:16 -0600
Special Agent Samuel Hicks, assigned to the Pittsburgh FBI Office, was fatally shot today while executing a federal search warrant associated with a drug distribution ring. One suspect is in custody and an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the shooting is being conducted.
The U.S. Department of Labor has joined with the U.S. Departments of Defense and Veterans Affairs to launch a Web-based directory to help wounded warriors identify resources available to assist them in transitioning back to civilian life. The National Resource Directory encompasses more than 10,000 services and resources. This new website also allows visitors to find help and resources in their own state by clicking on a state map.
"This directory is valuable for our returning wounded warriors and their positive reintegration back into mainstream American life," said Neil Romano, assistant secretary for the Labor Department's Office of Disability Employment Policy.
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NASA Plans Test of 'Electronic Nose' on International Space StationTue, 18 Nov 2008 23:00:00 -0600
NASA astronauts on space shuttle Endeavour's STS-126 mission will install an instrument on the International Space Station that can "smell" dangerous chemicals in the air.
oastal engineering firm says building an artificial surfing reef just south of Cocoa Beach Pier would likely cost too much to justify.
Secret Gitmo camp opened to defense lawyersNewBallesteros out of intensive care following brain surgery on tumourCanadian Press via Yahoo! News Tue, 18 Nov 2008 4:17 PM PSTMADRID, Spain - Five-time major winner Seve Ballesteros was released from intensive care but remained in hospital on Tuesday to recuperate from brain surgery on a malignant tumour. s On 6 Tulsa Wed, 19 Nov 2008 4:41 PM PSTAssociated Press - November 19, 2008 11:33 AM ET SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico (AP) - For the first time at Guantanamo, defense lawyers have seen a top-secret prison where the alleged 9/11 plotters and...NY
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PharmAthene signs deal with Israeli firm to market biodefense drugsBizjournals.com - Charlotte,NC,USA... manufacturing of the vaccines and treatments, developed to guard against bioterrorism — a threat to Israeli citizens even before the deaths from anthrax ...See all stories on this topic
It's time to help veterans with Gulf War illnessChicago Tribune - United States... we were forced under penalty of UCMJ prosecution to take, from nerve gas agents to malaria and anthrax, were a toxic coctail, a recipe from hell. ...See all stories on this topic
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
November 20, 2008
BREVARDIANS SAVE $253,000 ON PRESCRIPTION DRUGS
IN 4 MONTHS
VIERA, Fla. – Brevard County managers are thrilled with the savings of more than $253,000 on prescription drugs by Brevard County residents in the past four months through the NACo/Caremark Prescription Discount Drug Card.
The Brevard County Board of County Commissioners approved providing the free program to the residents of Brevard County in May, and the program began in August. Since then, the card has been used by 8,600 residents to purchase over 24,000 prescriptions, with a total savings of $253,128.
Brevard is one of the heaviest users of the program in Florida , with October’s savings of $113,456 exceeding that of all other counties except Palm Beach , Pasco , and St. Lucie.
The discount drug card can be used by Brevard County residents, regardless of age, income or existing health coverage. There are no enrollment fees, restrictions or limits on frequency of use and an entire family can use one card for their purchases. The card program offers an additional safety benefit feature that alerts pharmacists when one drug may conflict with another medication that was purchased using the discount card.
The NACo card helps consumers save money on their prescription medications any time their prescription is not covered by insurance, including a Medicare Part D plan. Brevard residents who are uninsured or under-insured are able to save an average of 22 percent off retail prices, depending on the drug and quantity of purchase. Card holders can also save on pet medications through retail pharmacies.
The program is subsidized by the National Association of Counties.
For more information, contact Tammy Harris at (321) 633-2076 or tammy.harris@brevardcounty.us or visit www.NACo.org.
psychology of Women Quarterly examined the effects of workplace sexual harassment and found that employees who were harassed report lower levels of job satisfaction, organizational commitment, and job performance. Employees also experienced higher levels of psychological distress and physical problems than those who were not harassed.
PD and Federal Law Enforcement Duel Over SurveillanceWNYC New York Public Radio Thu, 20 Nov 2008 8:42 AM PSTSince the 9/11 attacks the NYPD and federal law enforcement have made progress collaborating on counter-terrorism efforts. But with the changing of the guard in Washington, old tensions between poli....
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Date: November 20, 2008
HOLIDAY HOEDOWN TO BE HELD
FOR PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES
MERRITT ISLAND, Fla. -- Brevard County Parks and Recreation will sponsor the 31st Anniversary of Holiday Hoedown, an event for persons with disabilities, their families and friends, on Sunday, December 14, from 2 to 4:30 p.m. at Kiwanis Island Park Community Center , 951 Kiwanis Island Park Road , Merritt Island .
Holiday Hoedown features live music, dancing, contests, food and festivities. This is the largest community special event for persons with disabilities in Brevard County .
For additional information on programming for persons with disabilities, please call the closest Parks and Recreation office: North Brevard – 264-5105; Central Brevard – 455-1380; South Brevard – 255-4436.
It's Not a Brain Tumor - Doctors Find Worm InsteadFox News Thu, 20 Nov 2008 8:47 AM PSTDoctors in Arizona thought a Phoenix-area woman had a possible brain tumor, but it turned out there was something else penetrating her brain – a worm
Surfing: Triple Crown events on todayHonolulu Advertiser Thu, 20 Nov 2008 10:15 AM PSTThe Vans Triple Crown of Surfing is back on today.
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Friday, November 21, 2008
The Psychology of Sexual Harrassment and The Gulf War Syndrome
Congradulations Gulf War Vets. They have found a problem which they are now calling "Gulf War Syndrome." Ten years down the pike it's official. There's something going on.
The Brits insist it is caused by the anthrax vaccine, and the genetic traces in the body are identicle with the vaccine. In the USA they can't agree. This year the official reason was tracer bullets as the likly cause of the syndrome. Now, the dominant theory is that the pills they gave combat people are the likly cause. They agree more research is needed.
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Engineers at odds about artificial reefFlorida Today Wed, 19 Nov 2008 9:53 AM PST Coastal engineering firm says building an artificial surfing reef just south of Cocoa Beach Pier would likely cost too much to justify
FBI Special Agent Samuel Hicks Killed in the Line of DutyWed, 19 Nov 2008 10:42:16 -0600
Special Agent Samuel Hicks, assigned to the Pittsburgh FBI Office, was fatally shot today while executing a federal search warrant associated with a drug distribution ring. One suspect is in custody and an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the shooting is being conducted.7:33 AM HAST Thursday
The U.S. Department of Labor has joined with the U.S. Departments of Defense and Veterans Affairs to launch a Web-based directory to help wounded warriors identify resources available to assist them in transitioning back to civilian life. The National Resource Directory encompasses more than 10,000 services and resources. This new website also allows visitors to find help and resources in their own state by clicking on a state map.
"This directory is valuable for our returning wounded warriors and their positive reintegration back into mainstream American life," said Neil Romano, assistant secretary for the Labor Department's Office of Disability Employment Policy.
This information has recently been updated, and can be accessed by visiting this link: http://www.disabilityinfo.gov/digov-public/public/DisplayPage.do?parentFolderId=10
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NASA Plans Test of 'Electronic Nose' on International Space StationTue, 18 Nov 2008 23:00:00 -0600
NASA astronauts on space shuttle Endeavour's STS-126 mission will install an instrument on the International Space Station that can "smell" dangerous chemicals in the air.
Secret Gitmo camp opened to defense lawyers
NewBallesteros out of intensive care following brain surgery on tumourCanadian Press via Yahoo! News Tue, 18 Nov 2008 4:17 PM PSTMADRID, Spain - Five-time major winner Seve Ballesteros was released from intensive care but remained in hospital on Tuesday to recuperate from brain surgery on a malignant tumour.
Associated Press - November 19, 2008 11:33 AM ET SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico (AP) - For the first time at Guantanamo, defense lawyers have seen a top-secret prison where the alleged 9/11 plotters and...
http://abcmail.net.au/t/328902/685626/6185/0/ADHD is not autismArizona Daily Star - Tucson,AZ,USAI’ve been hearing lately that Sensory Integration Disorder and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder are now being included in Autism Spectrum Disorders. ...See all stories on this topic
It's time to help veterans with Gulf War illnessChicago Tribune - United States... we were forced under penalty of UCMJ prosecution to take, from nerve gas agents to malaria and anthrax, were a toxic coctail, a recipe from hell. ...See all stories on this topic
The Hidden Cost of the Gulf WarHuffington Post - New York,NY,USAOther long-suspect agents, like anthrax vaccines, and exposure of 100000 US troops to Iraqi poison gas dumps blown up by the US Army, may also have played a ...See all stories on this topic
Toxic Chemicals Blamed for Gulf War Illness - Washington PostBy Gary(Gary) These include exposure to nerve agents, exposure to smoke from oil well fires, and vaccines given to the troops. The panel ruled out depleted uranium and anthrax vaccine as causes. The panel also found government research and funding ...Psychology of Pain - http://psychologyofpain.blogspot.com/
Gulf war illnessBy Faheem(Faheem) By pointing to the two neurotoxins as the main cause of Gulf war illness, they played down the significance of other factors widely blamed for the symptoms, including depleted uranium, anthrax vaccines, fuels, solvents, and sand. ...Newspaper Articles - http://www.paperarticles.com/
Toxin-like Proteins Modulating Brain Function and BehaviourPharmalicencing Wed, 19 Nov 2008 11:13 AM PSTA new A new treatment for chronic pain, Arrhythmia and degeneration and behaviour disease (such as Schizophrenia, mania-depression, Alzheimer's and Parkinson's diseases).
Report Details Gulf War Illness Findings, Recommendations Altered ...Drug Topics Magazine - Woodcliff Lake,NJ,USAStudies have indicated alterations in brain structure and function, autonomic nervous system function, and neuroendocrine and immune function among these ...See all stories on this topic
Artificial brain project gets $4.9 millionSan Francisco Chronicle - CA, USAArtificial brain research has existed for decades, and in an influential 1993 essay, Vernor Vinge, a Hugo-winning science fiction writer and scientist, ...See all stories on this topic
IBM Tries to Bring Brain Power to ComputersPC World - USAIBM Research on Thursday is expected to uncover work it is doing to bring the brain's processing power to computers, in an effort to make it easier for PCs ...See all stories on this topic
New Evidence That Brain-Plasticity Based Training has Broad Impact ...MarketWatch - USAIn the latest research, 20 study participants trained on the Brain Fitness Program, ten of them on the same version as older adults. ...See all stories on this topic
New Insight Into the Controls on a Go-To EnzymeMarketWatch - USAThis research was supported in part by the National Institutes of Health, the Canadian Institute of Health Research and ALSAC. St. Jude Children's Research ...See all stories on this topic
Growth Hormone Boost May Not Slow Alzheimer'sU.S. News & World Report - Washington,DC,USA"That was the premise of this research: that by giving this medication we'd be able to influence the beta-amyloid in the brain. And we didn't receive this ...See all stories on this topic
Foundation Offers Free Brain ScansThe Epoch Times - New York,NY,USA“We’re working with a research team to do a study of the next couple years,” Schnur said. “Hopefully we can find out whether and why brain tumors are more ...See all stories on this topic
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New scientific tool to enhance an athletes brain: ResearchHealthJockey.com - Mumbai,Maharashtra,IndiaA new research has unveiled a new technique to train the athlete’s brain in order to enhance their overall athletic performance. ...See all stories on this topic
Help veterans fight traumatic brain injuriesThe Tennessean - Nashville,TN,USAThe treatment of traumatic brain injuries is undergoing significant research and advancement. Research findings on the treatment of mild cases of such ...See all stories on this topic
Panel: Gulf War Syndrome Research LackingChannel 8 San Diego Wed, 19 Nov 2008 3:14 PM PSTA research panel has concluded that federal research has not adequately tackled finding treaDeStates disagree greatly on Amber Alert criteriaThe Associated Press
Law enforcement officials insist the alerts can be crucial to recovering endangered children, even when multiple states are involved ..
Wither the Gay Agenda?San Francisco Bay Times - San Francisco,CA,USA“Federal legislation is crucial to ensuring local law enforcement is given the tools they need to combat hate violence in our communities. ...See all stories on this topic
Black tar heroin on the riseKVOA.com - Tucson,AZ,USACoulson says, "The problem that we're having is that we're getting anecdotal evidence from both treatment providers and law enforcement that says that ...See all stories on this topic
Deep Brain Mapping To Isolate Evidence Of Gulf War SyndromeScience Daily Thu, 20 Nov 2008 7:15 AM PSTAs a congressionally mandated report reveals one of every four veterans of the 1991 Persian Gulf conflict suffers from Gulf War syndrome, statistical scientists are analyzing brain scan images from a nationwide sample of veterans displaying symptoms. tments for veterans afflicted by a collection of symptoms commonly called Gulf War illness. This even as potentially hundreds of thousands of veterans continue to suffer nearly two decades since the end of the conflict. es who are sexually harassed experience less job satisfaction and lower job performance
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
November 20, 2008
BREVARDIANS SAVE $253,000 ON PRESCRIPTION DRUGS
IN 4 MONTHS
VIERA, Fla. – Brevard County managers are thrilled with the savings of more than $253,000 on prescription drugs by Brevard County residents in the past four months through the NACo/Caremark Prescription Discount Drug Card.
The Brevard County Board of County Commissioners approved providing the free program to the residents of Brevard County in May, and the program began in August. Since then, the card has been used by 8,600 residents to purchase over 24,000 prescriptions, with a total savings of $253,128.
Brevard is one of the heaviest users of the program in Florida , with October’s savings of $113,456 exceeding that of all other counties except Palm Beach , Pasco , and St. Lucie.
The discount drug card can be used by Brevard County residents, regardless of age, income or existing health coverage. There are no enrollment fees, restrictions or limits on frequency of use and an entire family can use one card for their purchases. The card program offers an additional safety benefit feature that alerts pharmacists when one drug may conflict with another medication that was purchased using the discount card.
The NACo card helps consumers save money on their prescription medications any time their prescription is not covered by insurance, including a Medicare Part D plan. Brevard residents who are uninsured or under-insured are able to save an average of 22 percent off retail prices, depending on the drug and quantity of purchase. Card holders can also save on pet medications through retail pharmacies.
The program is subsidized by the National Association of Counties.
For more information, contact Tammy Harris at (321) 633-2076 or tammy.harris@brevardcounty.us or visit www.NACo.org.
PhysOrg Thu, 20 Nov 2008 10:47 AM PSTA new study in the journal Psycho Psychology of Women Quarterly examined the effects of workplace sexual harassment and found that employees who were harassed report lower levels of job satisfaction, organizational commitment, and job performance. Employees also experienced higher levels of psychological distress and physical problems than those who were not harassed.
PD and Federal Law Enforcement Duel Over SurveillanceWNYC New York Public Radio Thu, 20 Nov 2008 8:42 AM PSTSince the 9/11 attacks the NYPD and federal law enforcement have made progress collaborating on counter-terrorism efforts. But with the changing of the guard in Washington, old tensions between poli....
HOLIDAY HOEDOWN TO BE HELD
FOR PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES
MERRITT ISLAND, Fla. -- Brevard County Parks and Recreation will sponsor the 31st Anniversary of Holiday Hoedown, an event for persons with disabilities, their families and friends, on Sunday, December 14, from 2 to 4:30 p.m. at Kiwanis Island Park Community Center , 951 Kiwanis Island Park Road , Merritt Island .
Holiday Hoedown features live music, dancing, contests, food and festivities. This is the largest community special event for persons with disabilities in Brevard County .
For additional information on programming for persons with disabilities, please call the closest Parks and Recreation office: North Brevard – 264-5105; Central Brevard – 455-1380; South Brevard – 255-4436.
It's Not a Brain Tumor - Doctors Find Worm InsteadFox News Thu, 20 Nov 2008 8:47 AM PSTDoctors in Arizona thought a Phoenix-area woman had a possible brain tumor, but it turned out there was something else penetrating her brain – a worm
Surfing: Triple Crown events on todayHonolulu Advertiser Thu, 20 Nov 2008 10:15 AM PSTThe Vans Triple Crown of Surfing is back on today.
The Brits insist it is caused by the anthrax vaccine, and the genetic traces in the body are identicle with the vaccine. In the USA they can't agree. This year the official reason was tracer bullets as the likly cause of the syndrome. Now, the dominant theory is that the pills they gave combat people are the likly cause. They agree more research is needed.
It's In Your Eye-Ball Today.
FBI Releases 2007 Hate Crime Statistics
Engineers at odds about artificial reefFlorida Today Wed, 19 Nov 2008 9:53 AM PST Coastal engineering firm says building an artificial surfing reef just south of Cocoa Beach Pier would likely cost too much to justify
FBI Special Agent Samuel Hicks Killed in the Line of DutyWed, 19 Nov 2008 10:42:16 -0600
Special Agent Samuel Hicks, assigned to the Pittsburgh FBI Office, was fatally shot today while executing a federal search warrant associated with a drug distribution ring. One suspect is in custody and an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the shooting is being conducted.7:33 AM HAST Thursday
The U.S. Department of Labor has joined with the U.S. Departments of Defense and Veterans Affairs to launch a Web-based directory to help wounded warriors identify resources available to assist them in transitioning back to civilian life. The National Resource Directory encompasses more than 10,000 services and resources. This new website also allows visitors to find help and resources in their own state by clicking on a state map.
"This directory is valuable for our returning wounded warriors and their positive reintegration back into mainstream American life," said Neil Romano, assistant secretary for the Labor Department's Office of Disability Employment Policy.
This information has recently been updated, and can be accessed by visiting this link: http://www.disabilityinfo.gov/digov-public/public/DisplayPage.do?parentFolderId=10
Disney breaks ground at Hawaii resort
NASA Plans Test of 'Electronic Nose' on International Space StationTue, 18 Nov 2008 23:00:00 -0600
NASA astronauts on space shuttle Endeavour's STS-126 mission will install an instrument on the International Space Station that can "smell" dangerous chemicals in the air.
Secret Gitmo camp opened to defense lawyers
NewBallesteros out of intensive care following brain surgery on tumourCanadian Press via Yahoo! News Tue, 18 Nov 2008 4:17 PM PSTMADRID, Spain - Five-time major winner Seve Ballesteros was released from intensive care but remained in hospital on Tuesday to recuperate from brain surgery on a malignant tumour.
Associated Press - November 19, 2008 11:33 AM ET SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico (AP) - For the first time at Guantanamo, defense lawyers have seen a top-secret prison where the alleged 9/11 plotters and...
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It's time to help veterans with Gulf War illnessChicago Tribune - United States... we were forced under penalty of UCMJ prosecution to take, from nerve gas agents to malaria and anthrax, were a toxic coctail, a recipe from hell. ...See all stories on this topic
The Hidden Cost of the Gulf WarHuffington Post - New York,NY,USAOther long-suspect agents, like anthrax vaccines, and exposure of 100000 US troops to Iraqi poison gas dumps blown up by the US Army, may also have played a ...See all stories on this topic
Toxic Chemicals Blamed for Gulf War Illness - Washington PostBy Gary(Gary) These include exposure to nerve agents, exposure to smoke from oil well fires, and vaccines given to the troops. The panel ruled out depleted uranium and anthrax vaccine as causes. The panel also found government research and funding ...Psychology of Pain - http://psychologyofpain.blogspot.com/
Gulf war illnessBy Faheem(Faheem) By pointing to the two neurotoxins as the main cause of Gulf war illness, they played down the significance of other factors widely blamed for the symptoms, including depleted uranium, anthrax vaccines, fuels, solvents, and sand. ...Newspaper Articles - http://www.paperarticles.com/
Toxin-like Proteins Modulating Brain Function and BehaviourPharmalicencing Wed, 19 Nov 2008 11:13 AM PSTA new A new treatment for chronic pain, Arrhythmia and degeneration and behaviour disease (such as Schizophrenia, mania-depression, Alzheimer's and Parkinson's diseases).
Report Details Gulf War Illness Findings, Recommendations Altered ...Drug Topics Magazine - Woodcliff Lake,NJ,USAStudies have indicated alterations in brain structure and function, autonomic nervous system function, and neuroendocrine and immune function among these ...See all stories on this topic
Artificial brain project gets $4.9 millionSan Francisco Chronicle - CA, USAArtificial brain research has existed for decades, and in an influential 1993 essay, Vernor Vinge, a Hugo-winning science fiction writer and scientist, ...See all stories on this topic
IBM Tries to Bring Brain Power to ComputersPC World - USAIBM Research on Thursday is expected to uncover work it is doing to bring the brain's processing power to computers, in an effort to make it easier for PCs ...See all stories on this topic
New Evidence That Brain-Plasticity Based Training has Broad Impact ...MarketWatch - USAIn the latest research, 20 study participants trained on the Brain Fitness Program, ten of them on the same version as older adults. ...See all stories on this topic
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Growth Hormone Boost May Not Slow Alzheimer'sU.S. News & World Report - Washington,DC,USA"That was the premise of this research: that by giving this medication we'd be able to influence the beta-amyloid in the brain. And we didn't receive this ...See all stories on this topic
Foundation Offers Free Brain ScansThe Epoch Times - New York,NY,USA“We’re working with a research team to do a study of the next couple years,” Schnur said. “Hopefully we can find out whether and why brain tumors are more ...See all stories on this topic
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New scientific tool to enhance an athletes brain: ResearchHealthJockey.com - Mumbai,Maharashtra,IndiaA new research has unveiled a new technique to train the athlete’s brain in order to enhance their overall athletic performance. ...See all stories on this topic
Help veterans fight traumatic brain injuriesThe Tennessean - Nashville,TN,USAThe treatment of traumatic brain injuries is undergoing significant research and advancement. Research findings on the treatment of mild cases of such ...See all stories on this topic
Panel: Gulf War Syndrome Research LackingChannel 8 San Diego Wed, 19 Nov 2008 3:14 PM PSTA research panel has concluded that federal research has not adequately tackled finding treaDeStates disagree greatly on Amber Alert criteriaThe Associated Press
Law enforcement officials insist the alerts can be crucial to recovering endangered children, even when multiple states are involved ..
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Deep Brain Mapping To Isolate Evidence Of Gulf War SyndromeScience Daily Thu, 20 Nov 2008 7:15 AM PSTAs a congressionally mandated report reveals one of every four veterans of the 1991 Persian Gulf conflict suffers from Gulf War syndrome, statistical scientists are analyzing brain scan images from a nationwide sample of veterans displaying symptoms. tments for veterans afflicted by a collection of symptoms commonly called Gulf War illness. This even as potentially hundreds of thousands of veterans continue to suffer nearly two decades since the end of the conflict. es who are sexually harassed experience less job satisfaction and lower job performance
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
November 20, 2008
BREVARDIANS SAVE $253,000 ON PRESCRIPTION DRUGS
IN 4 MONTHS
VIERA, Fla. – Brevard County managers are thrilled with the savings of more than $253,000 on prescription drugs by Brevard County residents in the past four months through the NACo/Caremark Prescription Discount Drug Card.
The Brevard County Board of County Commissioners approved providing the free program to the residents of Brevard County in May, and the program began in August. Since then, the card has been used by 8,600 residents to purchase over 24,000 prescriptions, with a total savings of $253,128.
Brevard is one of the heaviest users of the program in Florida , with October’s savings of $113,456 exceeding that of all other counties except Palm Beach , Pasco , and St. Lucie.
The discount drug card can be used by Brevard County residents, regardless of age, income or existing health coverage. There are no enrollment fees, restrictions or limits on frequency of use and an entire family can use one card for their purchases. The card program offers an additional safety benefit feature that alerts pharmacists when one drug may conflict with another medication that was purchased using the discount card.
The NACo card helps consumers save money on their prescription medications any time their prescription is not covered by insurance, including a Medicare Part D plan. Brevard residents who are uninsured or under-insured are able to save an average of 22 percent off retail prices, depending on the drug and quantity of purchase. Card holders can also save on pet medications through retail pharmacies.
The program is subsidized by the National Association of Counties.
For more information, contact Tammy Harris at (321) 633-2076 or tammy.harris@brevardcounty.us or visit www.NACo.org.
PhysOrg Thu, 20 Nov 2008 10:47 AM PSTA new study in the journal Psycho Psychology of Women Quarterly examined the effects of workplace sexual harassment and found that employees who were harassed report lower levels of job satisfaction, organizational commitment, and job performance. Employees also experienced higher levels of psychological distress and physical problems than those who were not harassed.
PD and Federal Law Enforcement Duel Over SurveillanceWNYC New York Public Radio Thu, 20 Nov 2008 8:42 AM PSTSince the 9/11 attacks the NYPD and federal law enforcement have made progress collaborating on counter-terrorism efforts. But with the changing of the guard in Washington, old tensions between poli....
HOLIDAY HOEDOWN TO BE HELD
FOR PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES
MERRITT ISLAND, Fla. -- Brevard County Parks and Recreation will sponsor the 31st Anniversary of Holiday Hoedown, an event for persons with disabilities, their families and friends, on Sunday, December 14, from 2 to 4:30 p.m. at Kiwanis Island Park Community Center , 951 Kiwanis Island Park Road , Merritt Island .
Holiday Hoedown features live music, dancing, contests, food and festivities. This is the largest community special event for persons with disabilities in Brevard County .
For additional information on programming for persons with disabilities, please call the closest Parks and Recreation office: North Brevard – 264-5105; Central Brevard – 455-1380; South Brevard – 255-4436.
It's Not a Brain Tumor - Doctors Find Worm InsteadFox News Thu, 20 Nov 2008 8:47 AM PSTDoctors in Arizona thought a Phoenix-area woman had a possible brain tumor, but it turned out there was something else penetrating her brain – a worm
Surfing: Triple Crown events on todayHonolulu Advertiser Thu, 20 Nov 2008 10:15 AM PSTThe Vans Triple Crown of Surfing is back on today.
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