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(Rockefeller University Press) By mopping up excess neurotrophic factor from neuronal synapses, astrocytes may finely tune synaptic transmission to affect processes such as learning and memory, say Bergami et al. Their report is published in the Journal of Cell Biology.

Jane Brower's doctor recently told her to start doing some floor exercises to help manage her chronic back problems. The 51-year-old Central Iowa resident started with fifteen minutes a day. Then she added 20 minutes three times a week on the elliptical machine or walking. "Pretty soon, my back problems and many other little aches and pains just disappeared," Brower said. Feeling more energetic, Brower added some variety to her routine by doing some moderate weight lifting. "Next thing I knew, my husband and I were going on long bike rides once or twice a week. read more

Many Hoosiers have a cabinet full of outdated or unwanted medication and are unsure how to dispose of them properly. On Saturday, October 25, Marsh Pharmacies around the state are providing local residents the opportunity to dispose of these medications in a safe and environmentally-friendly manner. read more

New research by the health Protection Agency has shown that some energy saving compact fluorescent lights can emit ultraviolet radiation at levels that, under certain conditions of use, can result in exposures higher than guideline levels. The Agency and government Departments are calling on the European Union, relevant product standards bodies and the lighting industry to consider how product standards for lights can be tightened up. read more

GOLFING legend Seve Ballesteros last night said he faced "the most difficult game of my life" after announcing he has been diagnosed with a brain tumour.

AN INGREDIENT found in jelly and jam could help prevent the spread of cancer, research suggested yesterday.

IT IS one of men's biggest fears as they age - but a genetic discovery means baldness could be prevented in generations to come.

The Washington State Department of health has taken disciplinary actions or withdrawn charges against health care providers in our state. The department's Health Systems Quality Assurance Office works with boards, commissions, and advisory committees to set licensing standards for more than 70 health care professions (e.g., medical doctors, nurses, counselors). read more

In an effort to spread the word about benefits made possible through Governor Martin O'Malley's Working Families and Small Business Coverage Act, Department of health and Mental Hygiene (DHMH) Secretary John M. Colmers today met with local government officials and members of the community. read more

Breast cancer is the most common type of cancer diagnosed in women but screening and early detection can help identify cancer in its early stages when the disease is most treatable. October is breast Cancer Awareness Month and women should become informed about their risks of developing cancer and how effective screening for the disease is. read more