Press Release Archives
2012
One in ten children face elevated risk of abuse, future PTSD, due to gender nonconformity
February 20, 2012
For immediate release: Monday, February 20, 2012 Boston, MA — Children in the U.S. whose activity choices, interests, and pretend…
Whole-genome sequencing of 2011 E. Coli outbreaks in Europe provides new insight into origins, spread of disease
February 6, 2012
For immediate release: Monday, February 6, 2012 Boston, MA — Using whole-genome sequencing, a team led by researchers from Harvard…
Limiting protein or certain amino acids before surgery may reduce risk of surgical complications
January 25, 2012
For immediate release: Wednesday, January 25, 2012 Boston, MA — Limiting certain essential nutrients for several days before surgery—either protein…
PFCs, chemicals widespread in environment, linked to lowered immune response to childhood vaccinations
January 24, 2012
For immediate release: Tuesday, January 24, 2012 Boston, MA — A new study finds that perfluorinated compounds (PFCs), widely used…
A muffin makeover: Dispelling the low-fat-is-healthy myth
January 12, 2012
Low-Fat Approach to Eating Hasn’t Reduced Obesity or Made People Healthier New Recipes for Healthier Muffins Using Whole Grains, Healthy…
Nicotine replacement therapies may not be effective in helping people quit smoking
January 9, 2012
For immediate release: Monday, January 9, 2012 Boston, MA – Nicotine replacement therapies (NRTs) designed to help people stop smoking,…
Despite increasing concerns about high health care costs, new survey finds little support among Americans for decisions that limit use of high-cost prescription drugs and treatments
December 22, 2011
Exception Is When Something Else is Found to Work Equally Well but Cost Less For immediate release: December 22, 2011…
Scientists uncover evidence on how drug-resistant tuberculosis cells form
December 15, 2011
Findings Could Lead to More Effective Treatment for Global Disease For immediate release: Thursday, December 15, 2011 Boston, MA —…
Overall hospital admission rates in U.S. linked with high rates of readmission
December 14, 2011
Current Focus on Improving Transitional Care for Patients to Reduce Readmission Rates May Be Failing to Address Large Part of…
Rotating night shift work linked to increased risk of type 2 diabetes in women
December 6, 2011
For immediate release: December 6, 2011 Boston, MA -- Women who work a rotating (irregular) schedule that includes three or…