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New Study Shows Airbags, Seatbelts Best Protection Against Spine Fractures

January 25, 2009

New Study Shows Airbags, Seatbelts Best Protection Against Spine Fractures

A new study has unearthed compelling evidence that combination of air bags and seat belts affords the best protection against spine fractures sustained in motor vehicle crashes.

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Helmet Patch To Measure Soldier’s Exposure To Explosions

October 14, 2008

Helmet Patch To Measure Soldier’s Exposure To Explosions

The Palo Alto Research Center is using ink-jet printing technology to develop a disposable patch that can be worn on a soldier’s helmet for seven days to measure his or her exposure to blasts.

Researchers are developing a cheap, lightweight plastic strip that can be worn on a soldier’s helmet to help diagnose brain injury.

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Women Have More Nightmares Than Men

September 13, 2008

Just 25 percent of Americans get at least eight hours of rest on
weekdays, and 60 percent of women say they often sleep poorly

Women experience significantly more nightmares than men and have more emotional dreams, research suggests. (Pics)

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The Palo Alto Research Center is using ink-jet printing technology to develop a disposable patch that can be worn on a soldier’s helmet for seven days to measure his or her exposure to blasts.

Just 25 percent of Americans get at least eight hours of rest on weekdays, and 60 percent of women say they often sleep poorly

Just 25 percent of Americans get at least eight hours of rest on
weekdays, and 60 percent of women say they often sleep poorly