Treaty to curb mercury exposure takes effect
A 128-nation treaty to curb exposure to the dangerous heavy metal mercury entered into force Wednesday, the United Nations announced on the convention's website.
Environment
Aug 17, 2017
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Cutting welfare to protect the economy ignores lessons of history, researchers claim
Amid ongoing welfare cuts, researchers argue that investment in health and social care have been integral to British economic success since 1600.
Social Sciences
Dec 2, 2016
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Rings and pacifiers: Health gadgets get sophisticated
After the smartphone and fitness bracelet, here comes the smart ring. And the smart pacifier, and smart rollator.
Consumer & Gadgets
Nov 12, 2015
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Health care's technology revolution means a boost for jobs in IT
We tend to think about our health care sector as a leader in the development and use of advanced medical technology and biotechnology, such as expensive imaging machines or devices that we implant into patients.
Other
Aug 7, 2015
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Google Glass: Paramedics' next tool
While Google Glass' potential as a consumer device remains to be seen, Lauren Rubinson-Morris is excited about its possibilities in her workplace.
Consumer & Gadgets
Aug 1, 2014
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RIT engineering team designs online math and science activities for K-12 community
What teacher has not heard students challenge, "Why do I need math? Why am I learning this? I'm never going to use it."
Social Sciences
Jun 9, 2014
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Next-generation HD videoconferencing will provide immediate public benefits
The patient, who sees her neurologist regularly for "memory coaching" to counter the effects of short-term memory loss, never has to leave home for her appointments. The doctor, who is 40 minutes away, never has to leave ...
Other
Feb 1, 2013
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Engineers improve allocation of limited health care resources in resource-poor nations
In the developing world, allocating limited health care resources as effectively and equitably as possible is a top priority.
Engineering
Feb 23, 2012
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Uninsured turn to daily deal sites for health care
(AP) -- The last time Mark Stella went to the dentist he didn't need an insurance card. Instead, he pulled out a Groupon.
Internet
Dec 31, 2011
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Pacific rainbow+ communities face discrimination, conversion therapy
The need to increase Pacific and Rainbow+ leadership was a major finding in the Manalagi project, the first and largest research of its kind addressing the health and well-being of Aotearoa, New Zealand's Pacific Rainbow+ ...
Social Sciences
Nov 14, 2023
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