Imperial Valley News Center
Sticker makes nanoscale light manipulation easier to manufacture
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- Written by Kayla Wiles
West Lafayette, Indiana - Human pathogens, such as HIV and viruses causing respiratory tract infection, have molecular fingerprints that are difficult to distinguish. To better detect these pathogens, sensors in diagnostic tools need to manipulate light on a nanoscale.
Settlement with operator of post-secondary schools offers an education about lead generation
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- Written by Lesley Fair ~ FTC
Washington, DC - Colleges are known for team sports, but it’s an unfortunate fact that consumer deception can be a team sport, too. A proposed FTC settlement with Career Education Corporation, American InterContinental University, Colorado Technical University, and related defendants alleges they used illegal game plans to lure consumers to their post-secondary and vocational schools. MVP “teammates” in the deceptive venture were lead generators who duped consumers into divulging personal information under false pretenses.
Giant tumbleweed an invasive species that’s here to stay
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- Written by UC Riverside
Riverside, California - A new species of gigantic tumbleweed once predicted to go extinct is not only here to stay - it’s likely to expand its territory.
First death related to the outbreak of severe lung disease in people who use e-cigarette or “vaping” devices
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- Written by Imperial Valley News
Washington, DC - Robert R. Redfield, MD, Director, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention: "We are saddened to hear of the first death related to the outbreak of severe lung disease in those who use e-cigarette or “vaping” devices. CDC’s investigation is ongoing. We are working with state and local health departments and FDA to learn the cause or causes of this ongoing outbreak.
Estimated 92% of Cancers Caused by HPV Could be Prevented by Vaccine
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- Written by CDC
Washington, DC - During 2012-2016, an average of 43,999 HPV-associated cancers were reported each year, according to a new study published today in CDC’s Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report (MMWR). Among the estimated 34,800 cancers probably caused by HPV, 92 percent are attributable to the HPV types that are included in the HPV vaccine and could be prevented if HPV vaccine recommendations were followed, according to the report.
Nine CDC Health Hacks for Back-to-School Success
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- Written by IVN
Washington, DC - To have a great school year, kids need to stay healthy. Healthy students are better learners. CDC has tips and resources for parents and schools to help children and teens get fit and stay healthy whether they’re just starting kindergarten or heading off to high school.
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