Actress who played false accuser in 'To Kill a Mockingbird' dies of brain cancer in NCOctober 22nd, 2009 'To Kill a Mockingbird' actress dies in NCHIGHLANDS, N.C. — The actress who portrayed the false accuser in the movie "To Kill a Mockingbird" has died of brain cancer in North Carolina.
Sex education in Andhra schools for AIDS awarenessOctober 21st, 2009 HYDERABAD - Taking a big leap in spreading awareness about AIDS, the Andhra Pradesh government has introduced sex education in schools' curriculum to sensitise children on AIDS (Aquired Immmuno Deficiency Syndrome). The State Education Department has sought the help of Andhra Pradesh State Aids Control Society (APSACS) to design a curriculum, which could be useful in imparting knowledge to the children in a proper scientific manner.
Iowa doctor who developed nonsurgical treatment for clubfoot, practiced it for decades diesOctober 19th, 2009 Iowa doctor who perfected clubfoot treatment diesIOWA CITY, Iowa — A University of Iowa doctor who perfected a nonsurgical treatment for curing clubfoot in infants has died. University of Iowa spokesman Tom Moore says Dr.
Leading mathematician, professor Israel Gelfand dies in NJ at age 96October 8th, 2009 Prominent mathematician Israel Gelfand dies in NJNEWARK, N.J. — Israel Gelfand, who was considered one of the world's top mathematicians and did work that was important in the development of medical imaging devices, has died at age 96.
Donald Fisher, co-founder of Gap Inc. dies at age 81 after lengthy battle with cancerSeptember 30th, 2009 Gap Inc. co-founder Donald Fisher diesPORTLAND, Ore. — Donald G.
British health authorities investigate as girl dies after receiving cervical cancer vaccineSeptember 30th, 2009 British girl dies after cervical cancer vaccineLONDON — Health authorities are investigating after a 14-year-old girl died a few hours after receiving a cervical cancer vaccine. Health officials in Coventry, about 100 miles (160 kilometers) northwest of London, said Tuesday they had quarantined the batch of vaccine given at the school attended by Natalie Morton.
Health authorities investigate as girl dies after receiving cervical cancer vaccineSeptember 30th, 2009 Biriths girl dies after cervical cancer vaccineLONDON — Health authorities are investigating after a 14-year-old girl died a few hours after receiving a cervical cancer vaccine. Health officials in Coventry, about 100 miles (160 kilometers) northwest of London, said Tuesday they had quarantined the batch of vaccine given at the school attended by Natalie Morton.
Developer of Stratosphere Tower in Las Vegas dies after battle with leukemiaSeptember 25th, 2009 Las Vegas' Stratosphere developer dies at 67LAS VEGAS — The developer of the 1,149-foot Stratosphere tower on the Las Vegas Strip has died at a hospital after a long fight with leukemia. A spokeswoman for Bob Stupak's family says the casino entrepreneur and colorful gambler died Friday at Desert Springs Hospital in Las Vegas.
Voluntary groups demand increase in health, education spendingSeptember 25th, 2009 NEW DELHI - A group of voluntary organisations Friday met President Pratibha Patil and Vice President Hamid Ansari to demand an increase in education and health spending to achieve millennium development goals as laid down by the United Nations. The group-led by voluntary organisation Oxfam presented a seven-point charter on education and a nine-point charter to improve the health scenario in the country.
Goa school shuts down for week over swine fluSeptember 24th, 2009 PANAJI - The Goa education department Thursday directed a city school to close down for a week after two pupils were found suffering from swine flu and three other were suspected of being affected by the virus, a top education department official said. Speaking to IANS late Thursday, director education Celsa Pinto said that People's High School, located in the heart of the capital, was closed down after medical tests confirmed that two students had tested positive for the H1N1 virus.
US med students leaking confidential info about patients onlineSeptember 23rd, 2009 LONDON - Facing problems recalling your medical history? Well, then try Facebook. Some 13 per cent of US medical schools have had cases of medical students posting unprofessional content online, including incidents where patient confidentiality was violated, according to a new study.
Larry Gelbart, writer of 'M-A-S-H,' 'Tootsie,' other hit comedies, dies at 81September 11th, 2009 'M-A-S-H,' 'Tootsie' writer Larry Gelbart diesLOS ANGELES — Larry Gelbart, the comedy writer famed for his work on "M-A-S-H" and "Tootsie," has died. Gelbart died at his Beverly Hills home Friday morning after a long battle with cancer, said Creative Artists Agency, which represented him, He was 81.
Dentists laud US chewing gum maker's healthcare initiativeSeptember 9th, 2009 NEW DELHI - The Indian Dental Association (IDA) has lauded a leading US chewing gum maker's oral healthcare initiative in this country, saying it would bring on a common platform the various stakeholders in the field. The launch of the Wrigley Oral Healthcare Programme (WOHP) in India will bring dental professionals and students together, develop research initiatives and exchange programmes and encourage clinical research on plaque reduction and saliva stimulus, IDA president, Lt.
Nancy Talbot, co-founder of Talbots women's clothing line, dies at 89 in ColoradoSeptember 4th, 2009 Nancy Talbot dies at 89, founded clothing lineBOULDER, Colo. — The co-founder of the upscale Talbots women's clothing company has died from complications of Alzheimer's disease.
Alex Grass, founder of Rite Aid drugstore chain, dies of lung cancer at 82August 28th, 2009 Alex Grass, founder of Rite Aid chain, diesHARRISBURG, Pa. — Rite Aid Corp.
