Health, Fitness and Style
FDA Approves A High Dose Seasonal Influenza Vaccine Specifically Intended for People Ages 65 and Older
The FDA has approved a more concentrated influenza virus subtypes A and B vaccine (Fluzone High-Dose) for patients 65 and older.The vaccine creates a greater immune response in older patients, who typically do not respond as well to standard flu vaccine dosages because they have a weaker immune system, drug manufacturer Sanofi-Aventis said. more »
WHO Surgical Safety Checklist, With and Without Humor
Although the WHO Surgical Safety Checklist was published in a New England Journal of Medicine article last January, it bears repeating. Not only is it in a pdf form to be used by surgeons, operating room staff and others, it can be found in a YouTube video; nervous giggling allowed. more »
The Shape of Fashion and Its Underpinnings, 1870 - 1960
"Underpinnings are the foundation upon which the shape of fashion is built, and similarly reflect the swing of the fashion pendulum. Perhaps more fascinating than the costume itself, these foundations for The Shape of Fashion reflect more earnestly the essence of the feminine realm." more »
Questions about Endocrine Disruptors?
It was several years ago that our daughters raised our awareness about environmental concerns and the development of children lined to endocrine disruptors: tktkt. A recent New York Times column by Nicholas Kristof brought up this issue and led us to t… more »
