Autistic Attention Deficit Tied to Speech Processing
A study comparing 10 typical children and nine high functioning autistic children found similar sensory processing for tones and vowels, and the ability to distinguish deviant sounds. However autistic children failed to involuntarily redirect attention to deviant vowels, suggesting attention to speech rather than sensory deficit as the issue.
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National Academy of Sciences
Daily headache sufferers linked to higher snore rates
A National Institute on Aging study of 206 adults with 15+ headaches per month found 24 percent habitually snore versus 14 percent in a control group. The Neurology paper notes the study cannot determine if headaches cause snoring or vice versa.
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National Institute On Aging
Neurology
Baby tooth stem cells offer dental and bone repair promise
U S and Australian researchers isolated a distinct stem cell type from the pulp of baby teeth from 7 and 8 year olds. Up to 20 cells per incisor formed colonies and the cells grew faster than adult dental or bone marrow stem cells, with potential to repair teeth, promote bone regeneration, and treat neural injuries or degenerative diseases.
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U.S
Proceedings
National Academy of Sciences
Series on Obesity Public Policy Part One Obesity and the Nation
The piece argues two thirds of adults are overweight amid a sprawling urban landscape. It cites public health, zoning, transport, and policy as drivers of weight issues. Experts urge walkable towns, school PE, and better access to fresh produce to reverse trends.
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America
Ellen Creager
Knight Ridder
Michael O'Donnell
American Journal of Health Promotion
Minnesota
Tim Pawlenty
Congress
10 000 Steps program promotes easy daily activity
Health experts urge moving toward an active lifestyle by turning exercise into simple daily activity. The 40 year old 10 000 Steps goal uses a low cost pedometer to encourage movement with minimal planning. Contact details for pedometer suppliers are given.
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Ime
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Digiwalker
Optimal Health Products
Optimalhealthproducts
Step up 10 000 Steps program overview
The item describes two health initiatives and an award patch. It mentions the 10 000 Steps program at shapeup org and a 20 percent boost approach from PBS Americas Walking site. It notes a Presidential Active Lifestyle Award patch for completing six weeks of the Steps program via PresidentsChallenge org.
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Presidentschallenge
Don't be bugged head outside to play anyway
A columnist urges outdoor activity despite West Nile and Lyme disease fears. Consumer Reports tests show DEET repellents 3M Ultrathon and Deep Woods Off for Sportsmen offer strong protection for mosquitoes and ticks, with safety guidelines for use. Encourage smart precautions, not avoidance.
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Consumer Reports
Consumer Reports.org
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