Organ Donors - Associated Content

Organ Donation A Gift of Life

Erin Lenfestey — Wed, 06 Dec 2006 13:57:00 EDT

Organ donation is a possible answer to the gift of life, but what is the price?

Content Producer: Erin Lenfestey
Published: Dec 06, 2006

The Face of Organ Donation Davids Story

Kaye Siders — Tue, 02 May 2006 09:30:00 EDT

Organ donors save lives, plain and simple. Here is a touching tribute to one donor, who saved five lives. April is Organ Donation month, please remember all of those who lost their lives, but donated so others could live.

Content Producer: Kaye Siders
Published: May 02, 2006

Organ Donation Conversion Rate Presumed Consent Mandated Choice

Christine Cadena — Wed, 24 Oct 2007 16:27:00 EDT

With a large gap widening in the number of organ donors and organ recipients, states and federal government are looking to ways to close the gap.

Content Producer: Christine Cadena
Published: Oct 24, 2007

Organ Donation Controversial

Tyler Hughes — Wed, 20 Jun 2007 10:44:00 EDT

Organ donation is a potentially controversial issue that should be addressed to all people in the nation.

Content Producer: Tyler Hughes
Published: Jun 20, 2007

How the TV Media Distorts Organ Donation

Thomas Majewski — Fri, 01 Sep 2006 16:17:00 EDT

A recent study shows how TV is creating fear among potential organ donors. The choice to become an organ donor is a personal one. The insensitivity of the media is doing more harm than good.

Content Producer: Thomas Majewski
Published: Sep 01, 2006

States Grapple with Tax Breaks for Organ Donors

Vonda Sines — Tue, 12 Jun 2007 20:14:00 EDT

An organ transplant recipient's health insurance usually covers the medical expenses of the donor. However, it almost never covers living expenses such as lost wages, transportation, or hotel bills.

Content Producer: Vonda Sines
Published: Jun 12, 2007

Myths and Facts About Organ Donation

Christine Bude — Tue, 05 Jun 2007 14:49:00 EDT

According to the Mayo Clinic website, more that 95,000 people are on the U. S. organ transplant waiting list.

Content Producer: Christine Bude
Published: Jun 05, 2007

Alternative Models to Voluntary Organ and Tissue Donation

Elyssa Durant — Wed, 02 Jan 2008 13:04:36 EDT

This paper discusses the major historical efforts to legislate organ transplantation in the United States. In addition to discussing the problems found within the current system of voluntary donation, this paper will provide an overview of three alternative approaches.

Content Producer: Elyssa Durant
Published: Jan 02, 2008

Organ Donation Myths

Dahloan Hembree — Sat, 26 Apr 2008 14:52:37 EDT

Listed are some myths surronding organ donations.

Content Producer: Dahloan Hembree
Published: Apr 26, 2008

Why We Should Become Organ Donors

Dawn Fuller — Wed, 21 Mar 2007 10:13:00 EDT

This was inspired by Extreme Makeover Home Edition and my brother who passed away. He was an organ donar. I encourage everyone to think about being an organ donor.

Content Producer: Dawn Fuller
Published: Mar 21, 2007

Organ Donation a Gift of Life

Kaye Siders — Thu, 06 Apr 2006 15:16:00 EDT

Are you an organ donor? Who can be an organ donor? Why do people choose not to donate?

Content Producer: Kaye Siders
Published: Apr 06, 2006

Should You Become an Organ Donor

Rosa Hayes — Tue, 24 Jul 2007 16:48:00 EDT

The reason behind becoming an organ donor.

Content Producer: Rosa Hayes
Published: Jul 24, 2007

Should You Know the Names of Organ Donors

Sunshine Red — Fri, 18 Apr 2008 11:56:19 EDT

When we donated my sisters organs, we learned the name of the donor. When he died it was like my sister died twice. Should names be given out?

Content Producer: Sunshine Red
Published: Apr 18, 2008

Illinois College Students Compete in I Am Are You Organ Donor Drive

Roger Carr — Thu, 06 Sep 2007 11:50:00 EDT

There are 4,700 people in Illinois and now over 97,000 people nationwide who are waiting for lifesaving transplants. Donate Life Illinois is sponsoring a competition between Illinois colleges and universities to promote the issue of organ donation.

Content Producer: Roger Carr
Published: Sep 06, 2007

Cadaver and Organ Donations Expand Options for Infertility Challenges

Leanna Teague — Fri, 20 Jul 2007 13:17:00 EDT

Along with invitro fertilization, preserving eggs and growing new ovaries through stem cell research, cadaver eggs and organ donation could be the next best source of getting eggs.

Content Producer: Leanna Teague
Published: Jul 20, 2007

Organ Donations and You

Al Fred — Tue, 14 Oct 2008 18:43:44 EDT

How you could save a few lives with organ donation.

Content Producer: Al Fred
Published: Oct 14, 2008

Waiting to Die a Plea for Minority Organ Donations

CR Cataunya Ransom — Mon, 05 Nov 2007 10:37:00 EDT

A nonprofit struggle to fight the minority organ donation crisis and help minorities most at risk.

Content Producer: CR Cataunya Ransom
Published: Nov 05, 2007

Organ and Tissue Donations Save Lives

Michelle L Devon (Michy) — Tue, 02 Sep 2008 11:28:39 EDT

You probably wouldn't think twice about saving someone's life while you are living, so why not let your death save someone too?

Content Producer: Michelle L Devon (Michy)
Published: Sep 02, 2008

How Safe is Organ Transplantation

Clari Ng — Thu, 25 Sep 2008 07:56:44 EDT

Overview of the safety issues behind organ transplantation

Content Producer: Clari Ng
Published: Sep 25, 2008

Benefits of Organ Eye and Tissue Donations

Lou Lou — Sun, 18 Mar 2007 15:09:00 EDT

This piece offers background info on the benefits of becoming an organ or tissue donor.

Content Producer: Lou Lou
Published: Mar 18, 2007

Why You Should Be an Organ Donor A Letter to the Person Who Receives My Organs

Stephanie Partridge — Wed, 18 Apr 2007 16:39:00 EDT

This is not intended to sway you in one direction or another when making the very personal decision of becoming an organ donor. I just wanted to share my reasons for making the choice to be an organ donor.

Content Producer: Stephanie Partridge
Published: Apr 18, 2007

Cato Study Compensating Kidney Donors Would Help to Solve Shortage Saving Lives

Brant McLaughlin — Thu, 08 Nov 2007 10:23:00 EDT

"Compensated donation would increase the number of kidneys available for transplants, thereby...improving patient survival rates."

Content Producer: Brant McLaughlin
Published: Nov 08, 2007

Donor Opportunities Organ and Tissue Donation

Sussy — Tue, 24 Apr 2007 17:09:00 EDT

When many of us think of organ and tissue donation, we think of major body organs and skin. Until the death of a family member, I knew very little about organ and tissue donation.

Content Producer: Sussy
Published: Apr 24, 2007

Kidney Donors Have Same Risk of Heart Attack as NonDonors Says Study

Patty Oh — Mon, 05 Nov 2007 09:44:00 EDT

Researchers have found that people who donate one of their kidneys have the same risks for heart attacks, strokes, and other cardiovascular events as people who do not donate a kidney. Donors do have higher rates of high blood pressure, but its cause is unknown.

Content Producer: Patty Oh
Published: Nov 05, 2007

The Process of Donating an Organ

RANDY DEABAY — Thu, 12 Apr 2007 07:45:00 EDT

There are many tests that occur prior to donating any organ, and then the actual surgery that last up to eight hours, all in hope of saving a life.

Content Producer: RANDY DEABAY
Published: Apr 12, 2007

Human Organ Trafficking on the Rise

Charlotte Kuchinsky — Fri, 13 Apr 2007 09:50:00 EDT

This article shares information on the growing trend in human organ trafficking.

Content Producer: Charlotte Kuchinsky
Published: Apr 13, 2007

Recycle Life

Tonia Jordan — Wed, 09 Jan 2008 17:32:36 EDT

Organ donation saves lives. According to USA Today, 70 people receive organs through transplants each day, yet 16 people die each day due to lack of organs.

Content Producer: Tonia Jordan
Published: Jan 09, 2008

Wanted Lifesaving Donations Organs

Jersey — Tue, 11 Nov 2008 13:04:23 EDT

The importance of organ donation.

Content Producer: Jersey
Published: Nov 11, 2008

Donation After Cardiac Death Controversy

Griff — Mon, 19 Mar 2007 10:28:00 EDT

The donation of organs by patients and their families has saved hundreds of lives. But now reports are coming out about the new way in which these life saving organs are obtained.

Content Producer: Griff
Published: Mar 19, 2007

February 14 National Donor Day

WD — Wed, 13 Feb 2008 15:48:57 EDT

February 14th is not just for Valentine's Day - it is also National Donor Day. By sharing love for others on Valentine's Day you can also share the gift of life and become an organ donor.

Content Producer: WD
Published: Feb 13, 2008

The Difference Between Donating Tissue and Donating Organs

Knowledge Hungry — Fri, 17 Oct 2008 11:24:05 EDT

Most people are familiar with organ donation and its importance in helping other people. However, an often overlooked, but equally as important topic is tissue donation. What are the differences? Read on and find out!

Content Producer: Knowledge Hungry
Published: Oct 17, 2008

Turistas Newest Horror Movie to Close Out 2006

John Gugie — Fri, 15 Dec 2006 15:51:00 EDT

A review of the 2006 horror / thriller film, Turistas.

Content Producer: John Gugie
Published: Dec 15, 2006

Biogift and Body Donation

Erline Logan — Wed, 22 Mar 2006 01:40:00 EDT

An educational article detailing the process of whole body donation. Profiles Biogift, a procurement company that facilitates tissue, organ and specimen donation to well-known companies and medical schools.

Content Producer: Erline Logan
Published: Mar 22, 2006

Blood Donation Are You Brave Enough

Jennifer Walker — Mon, 01 Oct 2007 10:10:00 EDT

Blood donation is a wonderful way to give back to your community. Never done it? Here's some information about how it works and why it's important.

Content Producer: Jennifer Walker
Published: Oct 01, 2007

Disease Spreading Through Blood Donations Test Might Help

Jane Patrick — Tue, 23 Oct 2007 10:48:00 EDT

It has been ten months since a blood-screening test for Chagas' was allowed by the FDA, and since that time approximately 240 blood donors have tested positive. The test is produced by Ortho-Clinical Diagnostics, and it shows whether

Content Producer: Jane Patrick
Published: Oct 23, 2007

Kidney Donations Should I or Shouldnt I

Christine Cadena — Mon, 18 Sep 2006 20:20:00 EDT

Choosing to donate a kidney to someone in need is one of the greatest gifts of life. Understanding the process of donation, the advantages and disadvantages, will ensure an educated and informed decision.

Content Producer: Christine Cadena
Published: Sep 18, 2006

Types of Transplants and the Costs

RANDY DEABAY — Mon, 05 Mar 2007 20:56:00 EDT

There are 3 major variations of live donation which are related, non-related, and non-directed as well as other less variations of live donation.

Content Producer: RANDY DEABAY
Published: Mar 05, 2007

Free or Low Cost Cremation

dwb — Wed, 27 Aug 2008 09:31:28 EDT

Body donation is very simple to do. Below are some facts that you need to know before deciding if this is right for you or a loved one.

Content Producer: dwb
Published: Aug 27, 2008

Getting Bonemarrow Typed Can Save Someones Life Even Yours

Brandon Myers — Mon, 30 Apr 2007 21:56:00 EDT

Around November I decided that there were things in my life that needed to change and change for the better. Slowly but surely I began putting things in motion, that would hopefully enrich my life.

Content Producer: Brandon Myers
Published: Apr 30, 2007

Liver Failure and My Day to Day Life

RANDY DEABAY — Fri, 16 Feb 2007 09:56:00 EDT

Liver failure is becoming more common in the United States as well as around the world. This is a short description of my day to day life with liver failure.

Content Producer: RANDY DEABAY
Published: Feb 16, 2007

Liver Transplantation for Alcoholic Liver Disease

Brian T. — Sun, 30 Oct 2005 15:23:00 EDT

This paper examines the arguments and rationale for and against providing liver transplants to reformed alcoholics with Alcoholic Liver Disease (ALD).

Content Producer: Brian T.
Published: Oct 30, 2005

Mila Rainof Dies After Being Struck by a Car

Yona Gold — Tue, 22 Apr 2008 14:00:07 EDT

A story covering the death of a Yale student who died after being struck by a car and the manner in which I dealt with the death of a close friend who died under similar circumstances.

Content Producer: Yona Gold
Published: Apr 22, 2008

Human Kidney Liver Heart for Sale on Global Market

Veronica D. — Fri, 03 Aug 2007 08:58:00 EDT

On MySpace.com an ex-American soldier claims on return to civilian life he sold a kidney for 6K to take care of his family. He displayed a copy of the check as proof of the 'donation.'

Content Producer: Veronica D.
Published: Aug 03, 2007

The Latest in Liver Damage Medical Advancements

RANDY DEABAY — Mon, 07 May 2007 09:20:00 EDT

The only present treatment for those with advanced cirrhosis is a liver transplant. New methods on the horizon may change that very soon.

Content Producer: RANDY DEABAY
Published: May 07, 2007

Legalizing the Sale of Human Organs Necessary for Survival

John Smith — Fri, 11 Apr 2008 16:01:33 EDT

The United States Government should legalize the sale of human organs in cases when the donor, or the family of a deceased donor, has willingly agreed to the procedure. Additionally, other programs should be implemented nationwide.

Content Producer: John Smith
Published: Apr 11, 2008

Should There Be a Financial Market in Human Body Parts

Khaki Scott — Fri, 11 May 2007 08:44:00 EDT

A look at where the U.S. stands today on the sale and purchase of organs for transplantation.

Content Producer: Khaki Scott
Published: May 11, 2007

Have Fun with Your Fiction Part II Family Trees

Khara House — Thu, 09 Aug 2007 14:43:00 EDT

can't know where your character is going without first knowing where your character has been. See what a family tree might do for your character's development!

Content Producer: Khara House
Published: Aug 09, 2007

LiveDonor Kidney Transplants Becoming More and More Common

K2 — Tue, 05 Dec 2006 15:25:00 EDT

A quintuple kidney transplant has highlighted a growing trend of live-donor kidney donation. The procedure eliminates the wait-list many organ recipients face but may be breaking some laws. Read more to find out about the growing procedure.

Content Producer: K2
Published: Dec 05, 2006

Cleveland ClinicsTransplant Centers Aggressive Program to Shape Natl Protocol

Lady Dee — Sun, 26 Aug 2007 06:53:00 EDT

Even though thousands of Americans are in need of organ transplants, some hospitals may not add them to a waiting list if there are too many risks, nor will surgery be performed unless an organ is a perfect match.

Content Producer: Lady Dee
Published: Aug 26, 2007

Kidney Paired Donations a Better Way to Save More Lives

Peggy Adamik — Sat, 02 Dec 2006 20:26:00 EDT

People who need kidney transplants, but don't have a compatible donor, usually have to wait for a organ from someone who has just died. But paired donations are now making more transplants possible - and saving more lives in the process.

Content Producer: Peggy Adamik
Published: Dec 02, 2006

Should You Be a Live Donor

Steve Thompson — Tue, 20 Mar 2007 07:43:00 EDT

Live donors save the lives of thousands of people each year who need livers, kidneys and other organs, but don't have a match when it comes to cadaver donors. Because the demand is so high, many people don't have a choice unless they can find a live donor.

Content Producer: Steve Thompson
Published: Mar 20, 2007

Need for Blood in Northern California Soars as Restrictions Skyrocket

Carol Anne Carroll — Tue, 25 Apr 2006 17:31:00 EDT

blood donation, red cross, Northern California

Content Producer: Carol Anne Carroll
Published: Apr 25, 2006

Kidney Transplant the Impact of the Aged Donor Kidney

Christine Cadena — Fri, 21 Dec 2007 12:47:10 EDT

When considering your options for kidney transplant, a kidney donation from an aged donor may be offered but may not provide the health improvement needed.

Content Producer: Christine Cadena
Published: Dec 21, 2007

Only 5 Percent Give Blood

The Parts Guy — Sat, 06 Oct 2007 11:55:00 EDT

According to the American Red Cross, every two seconds someone in America needs blood. Yet only 5 percent of eligible Americans a year actually donate blood.

Content Producer: The Parts Guy
Published: Oct 06, 2007

Family Members Engage in Living Kidney Donations

Christine Cadena — Fri, 21 Dec 2007 12:46:45 EDT

For individuals who require kidney transplant, the use of kidney from a living donor often comes from family members.

Content Producer: Christine Cadena
Published: Dec 21, 2007

Health Histories of Musicians Jose Carreras

Glen Peters — Wed, 19 Dec 2007 11:47:31 EDT

Jose Carreras and bone marrow transplants

Content Producer: Glen Peters
Published: Dec 19, 2007

Donating Blood Double Red Cells Plasma and Platelets

Jayden Nightshade — Tue, 16 Oct 2007 09:18:00 EDT

There are more ways to save lives with your own blood. I have covered some of the methods used and what types of blood donations there are.

Content Producer: Jayden Nightshade
Published: Oct 16, 2007

Become a Marrow Donor

Emma S. — Sun, 28 Aug 2005 20:02:00 EDT

Becoming a bone marrow donor, or any type of donor, is one of the most generous and selfless acts a human being can do for another.

Content Producer: Emma S.
Published: Aug 28, 2005

Give Life This Holiday Season Not All Donations Will Cost You

Katie Just — Thu, 14 Dec 2006 10:19:00 EDT

During the Holidays, we tend to think helping those less fortunate means opening our already weak wallets. Many organizations need your help, and some of them are free.

Content Producer: Katie Just
Published: Dec 14, 2006

Places to Donate Cars in Orlando FL

Abe — Wed, 11 Jan 2006 17:07:00 EDT

Orlando is a city known for it's magic kingdom. Your used car can work some magic for local charities.

Content Producer: Abe
Published: Jan 11, 2006

Peyton Manning War Heroes Police Firemen Teachers and Blood Donors

gypsy56 — Tue, 29 Jan 2008 13:29:29 EDT

Being a blood donor makes ordinary people, heroes!

Content Producer: gypsy56
Published: Jan 29, 2008

GIVING the GIFT of LIFE

MightyB — Mon, 27 Oct 2008 14:49:24 EDT

Thoughts on donor ship and the impact it has on the families of donors, as well as, reciprients of the donations.

Content Producer: MightyB
Published: Oct 27, 2008

Why You Should Donate Blood

Dr Neelkamal Kapoor M.D. — Wed, 16 Jul 2008 09:15:34 EDT

There are innumerable situations in life, where timely blood transfusion can save a life. Have you ever donated blood? If not, do it now!

Content Producer: Dr Neelkamal Kapoor M.D.
Published: Jul 16, 2008

Finding an Organ Donor on the Internet

Steve Thompson — Mon, 18 Jun 2007 21:14:00 EDT

Organ transplants often save lives, but finding a suitable match in time can prove quite tricky. Men, women and children have waited ten years or more for kidneys, liver lobes and other organs in the constant hope of finding a match, but now there is a better way.

Content Producer: Steve Thompson
Published: Jun 18, 2007

Tees New Heart and Malaysians Perceptions Towards Organ Donors

MelakaToday — Fri, 05 Oct 2007 04:58:00 EDT

Accept and hence manage change because take it or leave it; change in itself is a never changing phenomenon!

Content Producer: MelakaToday
Published: Oct 05, 2007

Organ Donors

melpol — Wed, 25 Jul 2007 17:42:00 EDT

organs are available but their sale is blocked by people who claim that it is not ethical.

Content Producer: melpol
Published: Jul 25, 2007

Support Groups While Waiting for Organ Transplants

RANDY DEABAY — Sat, 10 Mar 2007 17:41:00 EDT

These groups might be gatherings, educational and informational groups, one-on-one support groups, newsletters, Internet groups, talking on the phone, and always sharing your true emotions and fears with those who you love.

Content Producer: RANDY DEABAY
Published: Mar 10, 2007

Organ Transplants Turning Commercial The Controversy Behind Organ Sales

Adwin — Tue, 20 Mar 2007 22:22:00 EDT

This article dissect the issues surrounding organ sales and its controversial nature.

Content Producer: Adwin
Published: Mar 20, 2007

Minorities Account for 51 Percent of Organ Transplant List

Rachel Krech — Mon, 30 Jul 2007 16:28:00 EDT

According to a press release, minorities account for 51 percent of the US organ transplant list. Donate Life America has started awareness over this issue.

Content Producer: Rachel Krech
Published: Jul 30, 2007

Transplants Tips for Success with This LifeLong Process

Lori Borys — Tue, 23 Jan 2007 13:30:00 EDT

While some organ transplants will last for upto twenty years many need to be redone within a decade.

Content Producer: Lori Borys
Published: Jan 23, 2007

Report Confirms Organ Harvesting in China

Genevieve Long — Fri, 14 Jul 2006 13:02:00 EDT

Independent Canadian investigators say they are convinced that the organs of Falun Gong practitioners in China are being harvested for profit, according to a report released July 6.

Content Producer: Genevieve Long
Published: Jul 14, 2006

Donor Alcohol Use May Cause Lung Transplant Rejections

Kay Jones — Wed, 28 Nov 2007 09:01:00 EDT

Alcohol abuse on the part of the donor increases the chance of a patient rejecting a lung transplant according to a recent study. Abuse can cause airway injury and scarring after a lung transplant, creating questions about the screening of lung donors.

Content Producer: Kay Jones
Published: Nov 28, 2007

Has Organ Transplanting Gone Too Far

Carolyn R Scheidies — Mon, 02 Jul 2007 23:35:00 EDT

What if some catastrophe caused the heart beat of my child to stop? Would the hospital resuscitate or "pull the plug," murdering my children while they still lived for a heart transplant because someone needed the heart?

Content Producer: Carolyn R Scheidies
Published: Jul 02, 2007

The Daredevil Divas Win Crowned

Charlotte Kuchinsky — Thu, 31 Jan 2008 13:36:27 EDT

This article shares the results of the finale for the CW's reality show "Crowned."

Content Producer: Charlotte Kuchinsky
Published: Jan 31, 2008

The Motivational Tee Hui Yee

MelakaToday — Mon, 08 Oct 2007 03:33:00 EDT

for it must have been these seemingly impossible, unthinkable undertakings incepted through a Malay boy from Perak, donating his living heart to Tee Hui Yee's survivl!

Content Producer: MelakaToday
Published: Oct 08, 2007

In Defense of Pigs With Lipstick or Not

Peter Ruble — Fri, 19 Sep 2008 16:03:06 EDT

What was so insulting about Barack Obama's "Lipstick on a Pig" comment was that he was insulting one of nature's finest creatures.

Content Producer: Peter Ruble
Published: Sep 19, 2008

What Does it Mean to Be Brain Dead

Heather Carreiro — Fri, 17 Oct 2008 13:03:12 EDT

An in-depth discussion of brain death and the end of life

Content Producer: Heather Carreiro
Published: Oct 17, 2008

New West Nile Virus Screening Test Approved by FDA

R.B. — Wed, 29 Aug 2007 12:02:00 EDT

The Cobas TaqScreen WNV has been given a green light by the FDA

Content Producer: R.B.
Published: Aug 29, 2007

Is DNA a Religion

Lightning Rod — Mon, 12 Mar 2007 12:14:00 EDT

Ah, I remember the day when DNA tests were reserved for rapists and murderers. But now deoxyribonucleic acid has moved to the 'A' List. DNA has become fashionable.

Content Producer: Lightning Rod
Published: Mar 12, 2007

Best John McCain Jokes

Nancy Tracy — Wed, 24 Sep 2008 11:20:34 EDT

Read the best John McCain jokes from late night comedians and other pundits, including Barack Obama.

Content Producer: Nancy Tracy
Published: Sep 24, 2008

Buying Back Your Health

melpol — Fri, 30 Nov 2007 17:32:00 EDT

The power of the dollar is strongest in the body parts business.The rich are buying up the best human organs.

Content Producer: melpol
Published: Nov 30, 2007

Impacts of Extrinsic Motivation Techniques on Intrinsic Motivation

Melissa Melayna — Thu, 28 Jun 2007 20:44:00 EDT

The purpose of this paper is to explain how extrinsic motivators (such as financial incentives or rewards) impact a person's intrinsic motivation (their need for achievement and self-determination to get there).

Content Producer: Melissa Melayna
Published: Jun 28, 2007

Baseballs David Eckstein St Louis Cardinals Shortstop Releases Childrens Book

Susan Cross — Thu, 18 Jan 2007 20:45:00 EDT

David Eckstein, Most Valuable Player of Major League Baseball's 2006 World Series, has co-written and released a children's book about his life. The book is called "Have Heart", a subject Eckstein is familiar with from his childhood.

Content Producer: Susan Cross
Published: Jan 18, 2007

The Island A Bigbudget Take on a Volatile Debate

Abbe Miller — Tue, 08 Aug 2006 14:57:00 EDT

The Island starring Ewan McGregor and Scarlett Johansson hardly addresses the ethical issues behind cloning. But movie goers and renters alike, all clones to a certain degree, weren't disappointed.

Content Producer: Abbe Miller
Published: Aug 08, 2006

10 Great Ways to Use Breastmilk other Than Feeding Your Child

Amy Weekley — Wed, 14 Mar 2007 09:24:00 EDT

From cuts and scrapes to major illness and surgery, breastmilk can be used to boost immunities, fight infections, and soothe skin.

Content Producer: Amy Weekley
Published: Mar 14, 2007

Katherine Heigl is Greys Anatomys Dr Isobel Izzie Stevens

Kristina Jones — Sun, 27 May 2007 22:24:00 EDT

As Isobel "Izzie" Stevens, Katherine Heigl has showed why she is one of the best actresses on television. Her portrayal of Izzie Stevens, an intern at Seattle Grace, who paid her way through school by modeling, is very natural.

Content Producer: Kristina Jones
Published: May 27, 2007

What Are Friends For Definitions of a Friend and Their Varying Levels of Importance

Jaye Vinson — Mon, 07 May 2007 14:33:00 EDT

What is a friend? We have colleagues, classmates, roommates, and neighbors, but what earns a person the title of 'friend'?

Content Producer: Jaye Vinson
Published: May 07, 2007

Netherlands Game Show Will Decide Who Gets Womans Kidneys

JulieAnn — Tue, 29 May 2007 14:00:00 EDT

Organ donors have made it to game show status for one TV network in the Netherlands.

Content Producer: JulieAnn
Published: May 29, 2007

Selling Ones Organs The Pros and Cons

Adwin — Tue, 20 Mar 2007 22:23:00 EDT

This article explore the benefits of organ sales, and why it should be considered despite its controversial status.

Content Producer: Adwin
Published: Mar 20, 2007

Should There Be a Market in Body Parts

Lindsey Russell — Tue, 07 Nov 2006 11:46:00 EDT

This essay was written for an interdisciplinary biology course. It discusses the medical ethics surrounding selling body parts (mainly kidneys) in order to diminish the shortage of donors.

Content Producer: Lindsey Russell
Published: Nov 07, 2006

US Blood Donations Test Positive for Chagas Disease

Danielle — Sun, 21 Oct 2007 21:07:00 EDT

Blood donations in 34 states have tested positive for Chagas Disease, a potentially deadly parasitic infection, in the last 10 months, according to the American Association of Blood Banks.

Content Producer: Danielle
Published: Oct 21, 2007

Poll Almost Half of Americans Favor Higher Taxes to Make Sure Everyone Has Health Insurance

Regina Sass — Thu, 04 Oct 2007 09:43:00 EDT

A poll from Zogby takes a look at how the American people feel about the issue and the results show that 42% would be willing to pay higher taxes if it would mean that everyone would have health insurance.

Content Producer: Regina Sass
Published: Oct 04, 2007

Recurrent Glomerulonephritis Risk Associated with Kidney Transplant

Christine Cadena — Fri, 21 Dec 2007 12:45:36 EDT

For patients who undergo kidney transplant, there is a risk for development recurrent glomerulonephritis

Content Producer: Christine Cadena
Published: Dec 21, 2007

Blood Transfusions

V.C. Higuera — Sat, 08 Oct 2005 20:26:00 EDT

This article will provide a brief overview of blood transfusions, highlighting basic information and transfusion alternatives.

Content Producer: V.C. Higuera
Published: Oct 08, 2005

Lifesaving Vaccinations Two New Vaccines on the Horizon

Summer Banks — Sun, 18 Feb 2007 21:42:00 EDT

With increased population and travel the need for new vaccinations changes often.

Content Producer: Summer Banks
Published: Feb 18, 2007

Return to the Days of No Talkies

Terri Rimmer — Fri, 11 Aug 2006 09:14:00 EDT

Feel like a moviegoer in the 1920s at the Silent Film Concert Series at the McKinney Performing Arts Center.

Content Producer: Terri Rimmer
Published: Aug 11, 2006

Cryonics Can a Body Be Rejuvenated After Death

Maisah Robinson, Ph.D. — Tue, 23 May 2006 23:44:00 EDT

There is no scientific evidence to support cryonics. It is improbable that a human corpse can not be rejuvenated after death.

Content Producer: Maisah Robinson, Ph.D.
Published: May 23, 2006

GlandularsOne More Time

fin2000 — Sat, 27 Oct 2007 05:51:00 EDT

Glandulars are the next best thing to steroids. Bodybuilders are opting for glandulars and claiming fantastic benefits. Better than steroids, no harmful side effects. Are you missing out?

Content Producer: fin2000
Published: Oct 27, 2007

Stem Cell Liver A Miracle for Transplant Hopefuls

Gary Picariello — Tue, 20 Mar 2007 10:36:00 EDT

The stem cell research has created what doctors are calling a 'mini-liver' -- currently the size of a quarter -- that will be developed to create a full-size functioning liver.

Content Producer: Gary Picariello
Published: Mar 20, 2007

CEPROTIN Replacement Therapy for Protein C Deficiency

travels — Thu, 12 Apr 2007 09:09:00 EDT

Plasma protein C and S inhibit reverse the process to prevent excessive clotting. Congenital protein C or S deficiency is an inherited disorder. CEPROTIN first replacement therapy to treat protein C deficiency.

Content Producer: travels
Published: Apr 12, 2007