Thursday, January 19, 2006

Vol 12, Issue 2

Science Articles

• Lifesaving language lessons
  ESL curriculum teaches Chinese Americans, at-risk populations about the transmission, prevention of hepatitis B virus
  
  
• Weighty research on diet supplements
  PHS, Bastyr researchers discover certain dietary supplements help prevent weight gain
  
  
• Research without boundaries
  Ambitious, long-distance trial provides real-time treatment for post-transplant patients, 'lifeline' to Center
  
  
• Pain killers
  Seattle Cancer Care Alliance Pain Clinic staff helps oncology patients manage the burden of physical pain with targeted interdisciplinary care
  
  

General Articles

• Take steps towards a healthier life
  Annual Healthy Challenge touts teamwork approach to making positive exercise, diet, lifestyle habits
  
  
• Career Appreciation Honor Roll
  Compiled by Human Resources, this list recognizes faculty and staff for reaching 5, 10, 15, 20, 30, 35 years of service to the Center in 2005
  
  

Briefs

• Biggio to receive Hutch Award Feb. 1 during annual luncheon
  
  
• Susan Wood to speak on health policy decision-making by federal agencies
  
  
• PHS faculty searches under way
  
  
• Research-subjects training Jan. 23
  
  
• Toastmasters celebrate one year 'Communicating for the Cure'
  
  
• Gala guild needs your help
  
  
• Science Friday presents talk on prostate cancer tomorrow in Pelton
  
  

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