Wednesday, February 24, 2021

Regular breast checks by trained health workers linked to fewer breast cancer deaths in India

A trial published by The BMJ today shows that regular breast examination by trained female health workers in Mumbai led to earlier diagnosis and reduced deaths from breast cancer in women aged 50 and older.

Trial finds no overall effect of statins on muscle pain

A trial published by The BMJ today finds no overall effect of statins on the frequency or severity of muscle symptoms compared with placebo in people who had previously reported severe muscle symptoms when taking statins.

Meals On Wheels for Kids Seeking National Expansion Partners in Eastern United States to Ensure Kids Can Access Free Meals During School Closures

Tampa Bay Network to End Hunger (TBNEH), a tri-county leader in hunger relief, research and program development, announced today that it is accepting applications for its 2021 Meals On Wheels for Kids (MOW4Kids) National Expansion Program. Approved applicants will receive financial aid and technical assistance to develop and launch home-delivered meal programs in communities across the eastern United States. When schools [PR.com]

Air Force Research Laboratory to Provide Updates on Their Small Satellite Projects at Small Satellites 2021

Ms Charlene Jacka, Branch Chief Engineer, Air Force Research Lab / Space Vehicle Decorate, will be speaking at SMi Group’s virtual Small Satellites conference on the 26th – 27th April 2021. [PR.com]

NewTek Hermetically-Sealed LVDTs Serve as OEM Replacements for Steam Turbine Systems; Available for Quick Shipment

NewTek HAR Series of Hermetically-Sealed Linear Position Sensors provide critical position measurement in the monitoring and control of steam turbine valves in power plants. [PR.com]

easyJet Holidays Employs Personalisation to Help Customers Find Their Dream Holiday

Leading holiday company uses bd4travel’s AI technology to enhance digital performance. [PR.com]

Bozeman Chiropractor Publishes Blog Post About Back Pain

Waypoint Chiropractic, a Bozeman, MT based chiropractic clinic, recently published a new blog post on back pain and how to treat it. The post specifically discusses sciatic pain and how chiropractic care has been known to reduce pain and increase mobility in those who suffer from it. [PR.com]

Just Two Weeks to Go Until Future Soldier Technology 2021

SMi Group Reports: The 7th Annual Future Soldier Technology conference, sponsored by Glenair and other industry leaders, will take place in just two weeks’ time, on 9th - 10th March 2021. [PR.com]