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Study Supports Seasonal Influenza Vaccine for Young Infants (Newswise)

Posted: 03 Feb 2010 11:20 AM PST

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Newswise — Vaccination against seasonal influenza is safe and produces a protective immune response in infants as young as 6 to 12 weeks, concludes a study in the February issue of The Pediatric Infectious Disease Journal. The journal is published by Lippincott Williams & Wilkins, a part of Wolters Kluwer Health, a leading provider of information and business intelligence for students, professionals, and institutions in medicine, nursing, allied health, and pharmacy.

Although confirmatory studies are needed, the results suggest that seasonal flu vaccine could be included in the standard vaccinations for infants less than 6 months old, according to Dr. Janet A. Englund of University of Washington, Seattle, and colleagues.

Flu Shots Yield Good Immune Response with Few Adverse Events
In the study, 1,375 healthy U.S. infants were randomly assigned to receive two doses of the standard trivalent seasonal flu vaccine or an inactive placebo vaccine. ("Trivalent" means that the vaccine offers protection against three strains of circulating influenza virus.) The vaccines were given one month apart, in combination with standard recommended vaccines.

With close follow-up, the researchers found no differences in side effects or adverse events between infants receiving the active influenza vaccine versus placebo. In both groups, about 11 percent of infants developed a fever within three days after vaccination. Through one month, serious adverse events related to the study vaccine were rare.

Immunologic tests showed significant antibody responses to seasonal flu vaccine. Nearly half of infants receiving the trivalent vaccine developed protective antibodies against at least two of the three influenza virus strains covered. There was no evidence that influenza vaccine interfered with responses to the other routine childhood vaccinations.

Seasonal influenza vaccine is effective in preventing influenza, but no vaccine has been approved for prevention of influenza in infants less than 6 months old—a group at high risk for influenza and related complications. Trivalent influenza vaccine has been found safe and effective in infants over 6 months old, but very few studies have evaluated its use in younger babies.

The new study, in a large sample of American infants, suggests that seasonal influenza vaccines can safely be given to 6- to 12-week-old infants, in combination with routine childhood vaccines. The results show high rates of protective immune responses, which are likely to be effective in fighting influenza viruses.

"Based on the results of this study, potential protection against influenza could be safely obtained in infants less than 6 months of age who receive a standard infant dose of inactivated influenza vaccine," Dr. Englund and co-authors conclude. More research will be needed to confirm that vaccination is actually effective in preventing influenza in this young and vulnerable age group.

About The Pediatric Infectious Disease Journal
The Pediatric Infectious Disease Journal® (http://www.pidj.com) is a peer-reviewed, multidisciplinary journal directed to physicians and other health care professionals who manage infectious diseases of childhood. The journal delivers the latest insights on all aspects of infectious disease in children, from state-of-art diagnostic techniques to the most effective drug therapies and other essential treatment protocols. The Pediatric Infectious Disease Journal is official journal of the Pediatric Infectious Diseases Society and the European Society for Paediatric Infectious Diseases.

About Lippincott Williams & Wilkins
Lippincott Williams & Wilkins (LWW) is a leading international publisher for healthcare professionals and students with nearly 300 periodicals and 1,500 books in more than 100 disciplines publishing under the LWW brand, as well as content-based sites and online corporate and customer services.

LWW is part of Wolters Kluwer Health, a leading provider of information and business intelligence for students, professionals and institutions in medicine, nursing, allied health and pharmacy. Major brands include traditional publishers of medical and drug reference tools and textbooks, such as Lippincott Williams & Wilkins and Facts & Comparisons®; and electronic information providers, such as Ovid®, UpToDate®, Medi-Span® and ProVation® Medical.

Wolters Kluwer Health is part of Wolters Kluwer, a leading global information services and publishing company. The company provides products and services for professionals in the health, tax, accounting, corporate, financial services, legal, and regulatory sectors. Wolters Kluwer had 2008 annual revenues of €3.4 billion ($4.9 billion), employs approximately 20,000 people worldwide, and maintains operations in over 35 countries across Europe, North America, Asia Pacific, and Latin America. Wolters Kluwer is headquartered in Alphen aan den Rijn, the Netherlands. Its shares are quoted on Euronext Amsterdam (WKL) and are included in the AEX and Euronext 100 indices. Visit www.wolterskluwer.com for information about our market positions, customers, brands, and organization.

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STUDY EXAMINES USE OF MEDITATION AND YOGA TO MANAGE BLOOD PRESSURE (Marketwire)

Posted: 03 Feb 2010 08:50 AM PST

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TORONTO, ONTARIO, MEDIA ADVISORY--(Marketwire - Feb. 3, 2010) - The old adage "mind over matter" is being put to the test at Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre.

Sunnybrook, in collaboration with the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Ontario, is conducting a study to determine if teaching meditation techniques to people who are in the early stages of developing hypertension is an effective intervention for lowering blood pressure.

Preventing and controlling high blood pressure is shown to be one of the most effective strategies for reducing the incidence of cardiovascular disease and death. Stress has been associated with greater cardiovascular risk and stress management is a recommended intervention for patients with high blood pressure.

Led by Dr. Sheldon Tobe, Nephrologist at Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre, the HARMONY (Hypertension Analysis of Stress Reduction using Meditation & Yoga) study examines a relaxation therapy known as Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) to see whether it can lower blood pressure and delay or prevent the progression of hypertension. MBSR is a structured program that teaches participants to take charge of their health and well-being and has been shown to alleviate stress and treat certain medical conditions.

"My hope is that this may lead to the day when physicians can refer patients with high blood pressure to trained health practitioners who can deliver standardized, effective lifestyle therapy," says Dr. Tobe, who is also an Associate Professor in Medicine at the University of Toronto.

Dr. Tobe and his team of researchers are recruiting 70 people over the next year to participate in this research. Participation may be required for up to ten months. During this study period, participants will be asked to come to Sunnybrook for monthly blood pressure assessments and study visits. Also, over the course of nine weeks, participants will attend ten sessions of MBSR in a group setting at Toronto General Hospital. Each session is two-and-a-half hours long. One of these sessions will be a day-long mindfulness meditation retreat that takes place on a Saturday or Sunday. In addition to this, participants will be asked to complete some practice at home.

In order to be eligible for this research study, participants must meet the following criteria:

* Between 20 to 75 years of age
* Have been diagnosed with high-normal or high blood pressure
* Not be taking any medication for elevated blood pressure
* Be willing to participate in the ten sessions (over a period of nine weeks) of Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction

As compensation for each participant's time in the study, they will receive MBSR therapy and MBSR materials as well as reimbursement for parking costs to attend study sessions.

If you would like to participate, or have any questions regarding your eligibility or if you would like to come in and have your blood pressure assessed, please contact:

Office of Dr. Sheldon Tobe
Nephrology Research
Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre
2075 Bayview Avenue, Room C-504
Phone: 416-480-6100 extension 1641
E-mail: harmonystudy@sunnybrook.ca

All queries will remain strictly confidential.

/For further information: www.harmonystudy.ca/

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For more information, please contact

Laurie Legere, Communications Advisor, Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre
Primary Phone: 416-480-4040

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Village Seeks Study on Future of Local Government [Article and Audio Podcast] (East Aurora Advertiser)

Posted: 03 Feb 2010 06:56 AM PST

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A Classic Winter Week in East Aurora
"Snow is free." That is what Brian P. Higgins—not the congressman—said while talking about the snow sculptures he creates within the village with three generations of family members every year. His outlook on the cost of snow makes winter seem like a gift.

Wales Kiwanians Plan "Souper Bowl" Event
The Wales Kiwanis Club will again be holding its popular "Souper Bowl Sunday" fundraiser on Sun., Feb. 7 from 12 to 2 p.m. at the Wales Center Fire Hall on Route 20A. The event coincides with the NFL Super Bowl game between the New Orleans Saints and Indianapolis Colts later than day.

Farm Bureau Recognizes Officials
New York Farm Bureau, the state's largest general farm advocacy organization, has named 84 state legislators to its Circle of Friends for the year 2009. The award is an indication of each individual lawmaker's support of New York agriculture and the Farm Bureau.

Pathways Christian Fellowship and Local Residents to Assist in Gulf Coast Rebuilding Efforts
Pathways Christian Fellowship of South Wales is sponsoring a trip to help rebuild hurricane- and flood-damaged homes in southeast Louisiana.

Bachman Wins Middle School Geography Bee
East Aurora Middle School fifth-grader Benjamin Bachman was the winner of the school's 2010 National Geography Bee. The runner-up was Tanner Reese, an eighth-grader.

Committee Members Sought for Elma Day
The Elma Town Board is looking for people interested in volunteering for a citizens' committee to help organize and coordinate "Elma Day." The June 13 event will feature a car show and a ceremonial disposal of American flags.

Unshackle Upstate Leader Coming to East Aurora
The Greater East Aurora Chamber of Commerce will be hosting a presentation by Unshackle Upstate Executive Director Brian Sampson on Wed., Feb. 3 at 6 p.m. in the auditorium at 300 Gleed Ave.

Wales Makes 2010 Appointments
The Wales Town Board made appointments to various town advisory committees and posts at its re-organizational meeting Jan. 12. Councilman Gerald E. Klinck, named as deputy supervisor, will also serve as the town's delegate to the Northeast Solid Waste Team (NEST). The organization is responsible for the overall recycling and refuse efforts in this part of Erie County. Klinck also will serve as chairman of the town's solid waste, conservation, soil and water committee.

Marilla Club Celebrates 95th Anniversary of Kiwanis
The Kiwanis Club of Marilla celebrated with Kiwanians Worldwide as the organization marked its 95th birthday on Jan. 21. Marilla Town Historian Hubert Kutter, a Marilla Kiwanian, gave a presentation to the club at the local meeting on that day, speaking about the changes in the world since that first meeting.

Community Members Invited to Toastmasters Event
On Mon., Feb. 1st, professional speaker, author, and Past Toastmasters International Director, Gary Mull, will be presenting "Be An Exceptional Presenter - 5 Key Techniques to Sharpen Your Skills."

Classes Aimed at Needs of Single Parents
Single parents interested in learning about food budgeting, meal planning, dealing with home emergencies, home repair, health and other topics are invited to attend one or more workshops in a series hosted by Pathways Christian Fellowship.

Town Board to Discuss Joint Facility Feb. 16
At its 7 p.m. work session on Feb. 16, the Aurora Town Board will discuss the final report from a study on the possibility of creating a joint village/town/library facility. The study was made possible by a Shared Municipal Services Incentive (SMSI) grant from New York State. Town Supervisor Jolene Jeffe said that the board members had recently received the final report, but that they should have time to review it before the work session. Town Engineer Bryan Smith noted that the study had only a few differences from the draft presented in October 2009. The new report will be available for review by citizens at Town Hall.

Holland School OKs Budget, Teachers' Contract
A round of applause followed the Holland Central School Board's approval Jan. 25 of a new teachers' contract, 18 months after the previous one expired. Following months in which no negotiations took place, the administration and teacher's union hammered out a deal during one afternoon.

Judicial Race had the Highest Spending of 2009
This is the third article in a series analyzing the 2009 elections in the Town of Aurora.

EA Students Prepare for "Annie"
Little Orphan Annie, Daddy Warbucks, and yes, even Sandy, will take the stage when East Aurora High School presents "Annie" on Feb. 5, 6, and 7. Over 125 students are part of the production, based on the iconic musical that debuted at the former Alvin Theatre in New York nearly 33 years ago.

Workshop Series to Start at East Aurora UU Church
"Woman attacked and stabbed in eye after leaving lesbian nightclub." "Man beaten in mall parking lot by attackers shouting gay slurs." These two local headlines gave a grim start to 2010 in Western New York. Hate crimes persist in our midst; most of them do not make headlines. They happen around the world, across our country, and in our own backyard. Some locals are doing what they can to turn the tide, to promote compassion for all people – but in particular, to make a deliberate effort to better understand the gay/lesbian/bisexual/transgender (GLBT) community, and the obstacles they face.

Hartwick Still Unaccounted For
As of Tues., Jan. 26 Lynn University had no new information on Dr. Patrick Hartwick, a former East Aurora resident who was in Port-au-Prince, Haiti, on Jan. 12 when an earthquake struck there. Hartwick is believed to have been in the fitness center of the Hotel Montana when the hotel collapsed. He, another professor and four students were part of a Lynn University group visiting the country as part of a program called "Journey of Hope to Haiti."

Relay for Life Effort will Kick Off February 6th
All are invited to the eighth annual Kick Off for this year's Elma Relay For Life, which will benefit the American Cancer Society.

Colern Asks Elma to Change Inspection Fees
Building Inspector Joseph Colern spoke to the Elma Town Board at a work session on Jan. 13 about the possibility of changing the fee schedule for fire inspections for commercial businesses in town. Colern said he would like to update the "archaic" pay structure to make the work a little easier for his department and give businesses an exact figure on what they would be charged.

Butcher Renews Call to Eliminate Wales Tax Post
Councilman Donald Butcher has asked the Wales Town Board to abolish the office of receiver of taxes and consolidate it into Town Clerk Sharon Marfurt's office in an attempt to save the town money. Speaking at the board's Jan. 12 meeting, Butcher said the opportunity to streamline the local government presented itself when former Tax Collector Shirley Schiltz voluntarily retired at the end of last year, leaving the elected position vacant.

Aurora Board Makes 2010 Appointments, Policies
At its first meeting of 2010, held Jan. 11, the Aurora Town Board approved the town's new organizational chart, making personnel appointments, setting salaries and approving official business relationships. As reported last week, Town Supervisor Jolene Jeffe named Councilman Jeffrey Harris as deputy supervisor and Lisa Hoffman as secretary to the supervisor.

Elma Hears Solar Power Plans
The idea of installing solar panels at the Elma Town Hall was discussed in greater detail last week as a solar energy-consulting firm informed Elma's councilmen what they could expect from such a project. In order for the project to go anywhere, though, the town would need to receive state funding that would pay most of the cost.

Holland Looks for Savings in Water Department
At a Jan. 11 work session, the Holland Town Board continued discussions about saving money for next year's town budget. The focus of the meeting dealt with water, from the water department to the feasibility of expanding the water district.

Round One of the Sorrentino's Food Challenge Goes to the Dominator
The East Aurora version of "Man v. Food," the popular Travel Channel TV show featuring Adam Richman, came to Sorrentino's Restaurant on Grey Street Sunday night. Mike "AB" Synor, East Aurora High School graduate and tireless Boys & Girls Club benefactor (with his Abner Doubleday Open Golf Tournament celebrating 20 years in 2010), became the first contestant to face off against Sorrentino's five-pound calzone, called the Dominator. Synor, a noted bon vivant, was given one hour to finish the beast and claim his prize, a specially created Sorrentino's golf shirt.

Wales Says Scherrer can Apply for New Auction Site Permit
The Wales Town Board has opened the door for businessman Russell Scherrer to reapply for a special use permit that would allow him to continue development work at his Auctions International site at 11167 Big Tree Road. The board revoked Scherrer's permit last year, charging that he was in violation of the 22 conditions placed on his development plan.

Village Seeks Study on Future of Local Government [Article and Audio Podcast]
Following sometimes-muddled deliberations on Tuesday evening, the East Aurora Village Board approved a resolution to "pursue information and funding for an independent study" of various options for the future of the village government [Click here to hear portions of the meeting].

Following the Money in 2009 Elections
This is the second part in a series analyzing the financial aspects of the 2009 elections for the supervisor and councilmen posts in the Town of Aurora.

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