Monthly Archives: February 2009

While children look up to and aspire to be like a positive family member or peer, they are more likely to imitate traits of other role models — including negative role models, which can lead to behavioral problems, according to … Continue reading →

When male police officers need to de-stress, they might trade war stories — but likely not with their female colleagues. But the guys don’t necessarily have it easy. They are often discouraged from showing emotion when dealing with stress and … Continue reading →

Adult stem cells and their more committed kin, progenitor cells, are prized by medical researchers for their ability to produce different types of specialized cells. The potential of using these cells to repair or replace damaged tissue holds great promise … Continue reading →

Diabetes patients undergoing team-based care do not save more in treatment costs under Medicare and Medicaid than other patients, but they are healthier, according to a recent study. “Chronic conditions impose a substantial financial burden on patients, payers and employers,” … Continue reading →