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- December 15, 2010
The trick to using medical radiation appropriately, experts say, is to balance the potential risks against known benefits… but this is not done nearly enough. There's been an astronomical rise in recent years in the use of radiation for medical imaging, especially for CT scans, leading to unnecessary medical costs and an increased risk of
READ MORETivo has developed an innovative internship program that helps returning vets transition from military life to finding their niche in the workplace. Good for You, Tivo, for initiating an internship program that is truly making a positive difference in the lives of others! The Wall Street Journal, 8/16/2012
READ MOREThere are nearly four million people facing long term unemployment in the U.S., struggling to find jobs. Joe Carbone is president of The Workplace, the state unemployment office in southwest Connecticut, which offers job training and placement help. Carbone is assisting over 14,000 people who have spent their last unemployment checks with nowhere to go.
READ MOREA new device just approved by the Food and Drug Administration is the first to allow rapid identification of specific bacteria that cause sepsis. NBC News, 8/13/2012
READ MOREWhile you might be tempted to buy a new hybrid that boasts eco-friendliness, buying a new product can actually cause more harm than just using your old car in a more eco-friendly way. This article has a wealth of tips for operating your car in a way that both helps the environment AND preserves the
READ MOREBoston health officials are holding a "Break-Up Summit" for teens as part of a national program called "Start Strong," which is aimed at preventing dating violence. According to Nicole Daley, who heads Boston's Start Strong program, a bad relationship can lead to depression, low self-esteem, failing grades, unwanted pregnancy, and even physical confrontation. Chicago Now,
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