If you’ve ever been plagued by a headache that just won’t quit, you’ll know how hard it is to power through. You feel slow and irritable, you can’t concentrate, and it might even send you to bed. The good news is that these awesome (and easy) tips for getting rid of the pain in your… Read More »
A decade ago, spurred by the success of the Human Genome Project and the affordability of genetic sequencing, scientists began to explore the promise of “nutrigenomics.” Could personalized nutrition, informed by knowledge of an individual’s DNA, help prevent and even treat diet-related diseases? The results of early studies from Harvard, Stanford and elsewhere were compelling:… Read More »
Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences held its 139th graduation ceremony on Saturday at Saratoga Performing Arts Center. The College awarded degrees to 284 students in 11 academic programs. Rear Admiral (Ret.) Pamela Schweitzer, former Assistant Surgeon General and Chief Pharmacist Officer of the United States Public Health Service, was the speaker. less Albany… Read More »
Scientist analyzing DNA result for check genetics and forensics science.Getty The New York Times decided to publish an editorial this weekend warning people to “be careful about 23andMe’s Health Test.” What are they worried about? Although the NY Times article is accurate, the warning suggests that 23andMe misleading its customers somehow. Is it? I decided to take a look.… Read More »
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. (AP) – Dentistry officials at West Virginia University say children ages 1 to 17 can receive free exams, any necessary X-rays and fluoride treatments on Feb. 1 in Morgantown. WVU officials say the free dental care will be available from 9 a.m. to 4:45 p.m. at the university’s Pediatric Dentistry Clinic. The care… Read More »