FDA Proposes Regulations for Genetically Engineered Animals

Title: FDA Proposes Regulations for Genetically Engineered Animals
Category: Health News
Created: 9/19/2008 2:00:00 AM
Last Editorial Review: 9/19/2008

What's the connection between fungus spores and nail fungus? Fungi that are actively growing will eventually produce spores - tiny reproductive stages that break away from the plant and spread to new places on air currents, in water, and on living things that move about. Most people have seen fungal spores: perhaps you've seen a green dusty powder inside the bag of a loaf of bread that's gone moldy, or noticed that portobello mushrooms leave a black coating on your cutting board. These substances are actually large numbers of spores (a single spore is microscopic so you can't see it - by the time they become visible there are millions.)

It's important to understand that most fungi produce spores of one find or another - infectious fungal spores, that is, those that can cause infection in people, only come from a few species. Portobello mushroom spores, and those of most other environmental species will not hurt you (though it's probably not a good idea to casually inhale spores of any fungus, for various reasons). There is only a connection between fungus spores and nail fungus infection when the spores are from one of fungi that can grow in keratin, the protein that is common in nails, hair, and skin.

Fungus Spores and Nail Fungus

Infectious fungal spores are produced by fungi growing in infected toenails and fingernails. They are dispersed in the environment when bits of nail and skin flake off, on nail clippers and instruments used to trim and file nails, in nail clippings, in shoes and socks, in water, and when the afflicted person walks about with bare feet. When you realize that a small colony of fungus can produce millions of spores, it's easier to understand how the infection can spread readily from one nail to another, on shared clothing and grooming instruments, and in public swimming areas. An infection produces fungus spores and nail fungus spreads.

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New Noninvasive Device Could Control Diabetes

Title: New Noninvasive Device Could Control Diabetes
Category: Health News
Created: 9/18/2008 2:00:00 AM
Last Editorial Review: 9/18/2008

What is a Bath Lift?

There is nothing like a relaxing bath, but if you suffer from mobility related problems it can very easily turn into a very stressful experience. This is because it can be very hard for the elderly and those with disabilities to enter and exit the bath tub. This is in part due to the fact that in order to take a bath you must in essence navigate a foot high fence and then lay down on the ground. Of course you're not really jumping a fence or lying down on the ground, but the motions are similar. This can be so hard that many people do not take baths and instead only take showers. Still others hire someone or rely on family members to help them bath, which in and of itself can be very hard on the back if you have ever tried to lift someone off of the ground. This is no longer necessary with the aid of a bath lift.

If you bath time is no longer a relaxing and comforting time then it is probably time to consider getting a bath lift. Bath lifts can make it possible to take a shower again and to easily get in and out of the bath tub by your self.

While the majority of these units are battery powered there are some exceptions to this rule. There is one innovative bath lift on the market that uses water power to do its lifting. It can lift up to 200 pounds and has a 21 inch max seat height. These units easily attach to the shower or tub spout with included hardware. When you are ready to raise the seat it is just a matter of turning the control valve to 'up'. When you are ready to descend into your bath tub just turn the control valve to 'down.' The rate of descent can be set as well so you can find the perfect lowering speed.

Many quality bath lifts are available on the market. They generally use a rechargeable battery to lift and lower the seated individual into the bath tubs. The modern battery operated bath lift is very safe and a generally these units will not operate unless there is sufficient charge to both lower and raise the seated individual. Extra batteries can be purchased and if you are in an area with an unreliable power supply or one with frequent blackouts this may be a good accessory for you.

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