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A similarity in the meaning of sleep quality between insomniacs, normal sleepers
Both insomnia patients and normal sleepers define sleep quality by tiredness upon waking and throughout the day, feeling rested and restored upon waking, and the number of awakenings they experienced in the night. Further, people with insomnia have more requirements for judging sleep to be of good... view more (2008-03-03)

From Earth To Sky For Aircraft Safety
Research into hazards to aircraft from volcanic ashclouds during explosive eruptions has been recognised by the "Fondation Belge de la Vocation" (FBV). Dr Gerald Ernst, Lecturer in Earth Sciences at Bristol University, has been awarded the 2002 "Golden Clover Prize" (Trefle d`Or). The Golden Clover... view more (2002-06-06)

Asthma linked to soot from diesel trucks in Bronx
Soot particles spewing from the exhaust of diesel trucks constitute a major contributor to the alarmingly high rates of asthma symptoms among school-aged children in the South Bronx.   view more (2006-10-17)

People with obstructive sleep apnea at risk for cardiac stress on airline flights
People with severe obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) on commercial airline flights may have a greater risk of adverse events from cardiac stress than healthy people.   view more (2008-05-19)

New Honorary Doctor: Joseph Juran - World Number 1 In Quality Development
For his contributions to changing the view of quality development in modern society, Lule'å University of Technology is conferring upon the American Joseph Juran the title of honorary doctor. The nearly 100-year-old Joseph Juran heads one of the world's most successful consulting companies in... view more (2004-06-23)

NASA satellite eyes atmosphere to improve pollution and climate forecasting
Thanks to the latest sophisticated, satellite-based instruments, local and regional air pollution and their sources can now be observed closely from space.   view more (2005-12-09)

Study finds no safe level for ozone
Even at very low levels, ozone-the principal ingredient in smog-increases the risk of premature death, according to a nationwide study to be published in the April edition of the journal Environmental Health Perspectives.   view more (2006-02-17)

Global warming and your health
Global warming could do more to hurt your health than simply threaten summertime heat stroke, says a public health physician.   view more (2006-10-24)

Scientist advocates increased fisheries data gathering
Fisheries management decisions are often based on population models. However, those models need quality data to be effective.   view more (2007-02-20)

Study highlights burden of environment on child health in Europe (p 2032)
Authors of a study in this week's issue of THE LANCET are calling for urgent governmental action across Europe to tackle childhood disease and deaths associated with poor environmental conditions in Europe. The study-supported by the WHO Regional Office for Europe, European Centre for Environment... view more (2004-06-16)

Researchers at Penn study new airway bypass treatment to help emphysema sufferers breathe easier
Researchers at the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine are now studying an investigational treatment that may offer a significant new, minimally-invasive option for those suffering from advanced widespread emphysema.   view more (2007-04-05)

Treatment For Endocrine Disease. Is Something Missing?
Most of the patients whom endocrinologists regard as cured still suffer from impaired quality of life. These are the results of a study by a group of Italian investigators headed by Dr Nicoletta Sonino (University of Padova) which was published in the March-April 2004 issue of Psychotherapy and... view more (2004-02-16)

Air pollution link to clogged arteries
Should we be watching our exposure to airborne pollution as well as our cholesterol levels" Research now indicates that air pollution has a role to play in atherosclerosis (artery hardening), which can contribute to heart attacks or strokes.   view more (2007-07-26)

Boosting lung power - the key to athletic success
As the England team celebrates success in the Commonwealth Games, UK scientists are developing new technologies that could further boost athletes' performances by training their breathing muscles. The muscles that draw air into our lungs are crucial to ensuring that the rest of the body receives a... view more (2002-08-05)

Surgery reduces mortality in prostate cancer but does not not influence quality of life or overall survival
Two large Scandinavian studies evaluating the long-term effect of prostate cancer treatment are published in The New England Journal of Medicine this week. In the first study, 695 men with newly diagnosed prostate cancer were randomised assigned to radical prostatectomy or watchful waiting. The... view more (2002-09-11)

Ethanol vehicles pose a significant risk to human health, study finds
Ethanol is widely touted as an eco-friendly, clean-burning fuel. But if every vehicle in the United States ran on fuel made primarily from ethanol instead of pure gasoline, the number of respiratory-related deaths and hospitalizations would likely increase.   view more (2007-04-18)

The point of icicles
Contemplating some of nature's cool creations is always fun. Now a team of scientists from The University of Arizona in Tucson has figured out the physics of how drips of icy water can swell into the skinny spikes known as icicles.   view more (2006-09-21)

Computer monitors wheezing in asthma patients
NWO researcher Mireille Oud is working on a computer program to evaluate the respiratory sounds made by asthma patients. It would seem that a microphone just under the Adam's apple may be sufficient to warn of an impending asthma attack. During an attack, the respiratory tract becomes narrower,... view more (2001-07-26)

Computer game helps COPD patients breathe better
Patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) may gain better control over their breathing and breathe more efficiently by using their breath to play a computer game, according to new research.   view more (2008-04-15)

Larger GP practices do not provide better care
It is widely known that fewer patients die in larger hospitals that do more operations, but does a similar association between volume of treatment and quality exist in primary care? In this week’s BMJ, Azeem Majeed and colleagues set out to test whether large general practices or those that... view more (2003-02-12)

Interruptions at work have multiple effects
Interruptions make people speed up their work pace, while maintaining the required quality of work. However, interruptions do have negative impact on emotion and well-being, and lead to an increase in effort, leaving workers tired.   view more (1999-06-09)

Social Environment is the Key to Quality of Life for Older People
Healthy older people living with a partner feel they have the highest quality of life, whilst those in residential homes are likely to report the poorest, according to new research funded by the Economic & Social Research Council as part of its Growing Older Programme. A three-year-long study... view more (2003-07-29)

New knowledge improves rice quality
A major international initiative is being launched to try to boost the income of the world's millions of poor rice farmers and at the same time provide consumers with more nutritious, better tasting food.   view more (2007-05-08)

Breast asymmetry surgery improves quality of life, self-esteem
Many women suffer from uneven breasts, also known as breast asymmetry - a relatively common condition that is often not discussed. The embarrassment can affect their daily lives, sexuality and confidence, but for those with significant asymmetry, breast surgery can considerably elevate quality of... view more (2006-10-09)

Airborne mold spores increase kids' risk for multiple allergies
University of Cincinnati (UC) researchers say exposure to a certain group of fungal spores—abundant in the air that we breathe every day—can make young children more susceptible to developing multiple allergies later in life.   view more (2006-06-14)
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