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Health science is the discipline of applied science which deals with human and animal health. There are two parts to health science: the study, research, and knowledge of health and the application of that knowledge to improve health, cure diseases, and understanding how humans and animals function. Research builds on the pure sciences of biology, chemistry, and physics as well as social sciences (for example medical sociology).
Historical overview
The foundations for the health science fields are as old as the human race. Humans have always been in need of solutions to address illness, injury, and various health related issues such as childbirth. With modern technology and the backing of the pure sciences, the scientific accuracy of these fields has greatly improved. Nevertheless, many cultures have used and continue to use various herbs and other culturally specific solutions to help solve health problems that may or may not be backed by any scientific support.
Acquisition of health-related knowledge
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Oncolytics Biotech(R) Inc. Collaborators Present Positive Phase II Sarcoma Trial Results At CTOS Annual Meeting
Sat, 07 Nov 2009 01:00:00 -0800
Oncolytics Biotech Inc. (TSX:ONC, NASDAQ:ONCY) ("Oncolytics" or the "Company") announced updated results from a Phase II study of intravenous REOLYSIN(R) in patients with sarcomas metastatic to the lung in a poster presentation at the 15th Annual Connective Tissue Oncology Society Meeting held in Miami Beach, Florida, from November 5th to 7th.
Key Player Identified In Cascade That Leads To Hypertension-Related Kidney Damage
Fri, 06 Nov 2009 05:00:00 -0800
A key player in a cascade that likely begins with stress and leads to high blood pressure and kidney damage has been identified by researchers who say the finding may lead to better ways to control both. Medical College of Georgia researchers have found endothelin, a powerful blood vessel constrictor and inflammatory peptide, increases the number of T cells in the kidneys, which helps recruit other immune cells, causing inflammation and destruction.
'One Health' Summit Nov. 17: Emerging Infectious Diseases
Thu, 05 Nov 2009 03:00:00 -0800
The growing threat of the H1N1 pandemic and West Nile virus -- as well as other emerging zoonotic, food, or waterborne diseases and environmental changes -- has prompted experts to look for solutions to the increasingly integrated problems among animal, human, and environmental health. In turn, the nonprofit One Health Commission was created to develop a strategy for improved collaboration across human, animal, and ecosystem health sciences.
San Antonio Breast Cancer Symposium: CTRC, AACR And Baylor College Of Medicine To Host
Thu, 05 Nov 2009 03:00:00 -0800
Premier international conference highlights breakthroughs in breast cancer research What: Now in its 32nd year, the CTRC-AACR San Antonio Breast Cancer Symposium remains the top venue for research and discovery in breast cancer. This year's conference will bring together delegates from all over the world. Among the expected highlights: Five-year results of the groundbreaking Herceptin trial.
How Symbiotic Bacteria Evolve: Free Public Lecture At UC Riverside
Thu, 05 Nov 2009 03:00:00 -0800
Symbiotic bacteria, which thrive on all plants and animals, are a key yet poorly understood facet of our natural world. Living in symbiosis with their hosts, these bacteria perform a variety of useful functions, such as processing or "fixing" gaseous nitrogen into forms usable by plants, and helping break down fibrous foods in the digestive tract of animals.
Wide-Ranging Medicinal Uses For American Ginseng To Be Explored At Conference
Thu, 05 Nov 2009 02:00:00 -0800
With the current outbreak of influenza-like illnesses, many people are trying to boost their immune systems with supplements. Ginseng is often a key ingredient, but its therapeutic use may extend far beyond that. Researchers are now investigating whether ginseng can help relieve health problems ranging from diabetes to depression to erectile dysfunction.
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Oncolytics Biotech(R) Inc. Collaborators Present Positive Phase II Sarcoma Trial Results At CTOS Annual Meeting
Sat, 07 Nov 2009 01:00:00 -0800
Oncolytics Biotech Inc. (TSX:ONC, NASDAQ:ONCY) ("Oncolytics" or the "Company") announced updated results from a Phase II study of intravenous REOLYSIN(R) in patients with sarcomas metastatic to the lung in a poster presentation at the 15th Annual Connective Tissue Oncology Society Meeting held in Miami Beach, Florida, from November 5th to 7th.
Key Player Identified In Cascade That Leads To Hypertension-Related Kidney Damage
Fri, 06 Nov 2009 05:00:00 -0800
A key player in a cascade that likely begins with stress and leads to high blood pressure and kidney damage has been identified by researchers who say the finding may lead to better ways to control both. Medical College of Georgia researchers have found endothelin, a powerful blood vessel constrictor and inflammatory peptide, increases the number of T cells in the kidneys, which helps recruit other immune cells, causing inflammation and destruction.
'One Health' Summit Nov. 17: Emerging Infectious Diseases
Thu, 05 Nov 2009 03:00:00 -0800
The growing threat of the H1N1 pandemic and West Nile virus -- as well as other emerging zoonotic, food, or waterborne diseases and environmental changes -- has prompted experts to look for solutions to the increasingly integrated problems among animal, human, and environmental health. In turn, the nonprofit One Health Commission was created to develop a strategy for improved collaboration across human, animal, and ecosystem health sciences.
San Antonio Breast Cancer Symposium: CTRC, AACR And Baylor College Of Medicine To Host
Thu, 05 Nov 2009 03:00:00 -0800
Premier international conference highlights breakthroughs in breast cancer research What: Now in its 32nd year, the CTRC-AACR San Antonio Breast Cancer Symposium remains the top venue for research and discovery in breast cancer. This year's conference will bring together delegates from all over the world. Among the expected highlights: Five-year results of the groundbreaking Herceptin trial.
How Symbiotic Bacteria Evolve: Free Public Lecture At UC Riverside
Thu, 05 Nov 2009 03:00:00 -0800
Symbiotic bacteria, which thrive on all plants and animals, are a key yet poorly understood facet of our natural world. Living in symbiosis with their hosts, these bacteria perform a variety of useful functions, such as processing or "fixing" gaseous nitrogen into forms usable by plants, and helping break down fibrous foods in the digestive tract of animals.
Wide-Ranging Medicinal Uses For American Ginseng To Be Explored At Conference
Thu, 05 Nov 2009 02:00:00 -0800
With the current outbreak of influenza-like illnesses, many people are trying to boost their immune systems with supplements. Ginseng is often a key ingredient, but its therapeutic use may extend far beyond that. Researchers are now investigating whether ginseng can help relieve health problems ranging from diabetes to depression to erectile dysfunction.
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