High school girls misjudge weight in nationwide survey
Atlanta based report cites CDC data showing 80 percent of ninth to twelfth graders feel overweight, with 23 percent attempting weight loss weekly. Researchers note girls overestimate weight more than boys, who often see themselves as under or just right weight.
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Gene therapy kills tumors in mice advancing cancer study
Johns Hopkins scientists used gene therapy to trigger an immune response that destroyed kidney cancer cells in mice. By inserting a gene for Interleukin 4 into tumor cells, T cells attacked both engineered and distant unaltered tumor cells, suggesting systemic tumor targeting though human trials are years away.
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Maryland counselors face funding cuts raised at Frederick meeting
Maryland counselors weigh impact as Frederick County Board of Education considers a 700000 cut threatening elementary positions. Debate highlights value of counselors in prevention and student support while states vary on parental notification. Conference speakers urge connections and change in school guidance programs.
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Montgomery
Frederick County Board of
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