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U.S. Tsunami Detection Improves, but Coastal Areas Still Vulnerable, Report Finds
September 17, 2010 — The nation's ability to detect and forecast tsunamis has improved since the 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami, but current efforts are still not sufficient to meet challenges posed by tsunamis generated near ... > full story -
In Order to Save Biodiversity, Society's Behavior Must Change, Leading Conservationists Warn
September 9, 2010 — Conservation scientists and practitioners have come together to advocate a fundamental shift in the way we view biodiversity. They argue that unless people recognize the link between their ... > full story -
Public Looks at Synthetic Biology -- Cautiously
September 9, 2010 — A new poll finds that two-thirds of Americans think that synthetic biology should move forward, but with more research to study its possible effects on humans and the environment, while one-third ... > full story -
Unauthorized Population Would Soar If Birthright Citizenship Repealed, Report Finds
September 8, 2010 — Repeal of birthright citizenship for the US-born children of unauthorized immigrants would expand the nation's unauthorized population by at least 5 million over the next decade, according to a new ... > full story -
Medicinal Cannabis Review Highlights Dilemmas Facing Healthcare Professionals
September 2, 2010 — Health professionals have a responsibility to respect and support patients who use cannabis for medicinal purposes, but must stay within the law and follow professional guidance at all times. UK ... > full story -
Providing Body Armor to All US Police Officers Is Worth the Cost, Study Finds
September 1, 2010 — While most police departments use body armor, many still do not. A new study finds that providing body armor to all law enforcement officers in the United States would provide enough benefit to ... > full story -
Blood Transfusions Should Not Go Ahead Without Informed Consent, Experts Say
August 24, 2010 — Two legal experts argue in a new article that informed consent should be obtained from competent patients before blood transfusions takes ... > full story -
Adding to the Strain for Indian Women: Abuse by in-Laws During Pregnancy
August 16, 2010 — Physical abuse and maltreatment by in-laws is not uncommon among pregnant and postpartum women in India, and may be compromising maternal and child health, according to a new ... > full story -
Speed Electronic Medical Record Adoption Via Key Medical Centers, Experts Say
August 13, 2010 — Persuading influential medical centers to adopt electronic medical records helps speed adoption by their neighboring hospitals, according to a new ... > full story -
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New State Surveys Affirm Americans' Support for Government Action on Climate Change
August 3, 2010 — Large majorities of the residents of Florida, Maine and Massachusetts believe the Earth has been getting warmer and favor government action to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, according to new public ... > full story
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