Charity News from Wednesday, Dec. 10, 2003Salk Researcher named to Institute of MedicineSalk Institute for Biological Studies | Evans was one of 65 leaders in these fields named a member of the IOM. Members are expected to serve on institute committees and help prepare reports that guide the U.S. government on health and science issues. Biomedical Research Building on Mayo Clinic Campus Approved by Scottsdale City Council Mayo Clinic | The Scottsdale City Council yesterday approved a proposal for development of a new biomedical research facility on Mayo Clinic's Scottsdale campus to house research laboratories for the Translational Genomics Research Institute (TGen). Irritable Bowel Syndrome's Possible Genetic Link Studied by Mayo Clinic Researchers Mayo Clinic | Researchers at Mayo Clinic studying irritable bowel syndrome say their study of people with this disorder suggests genetic factors may play a role. Irritable bowel syndrome is a common problem affecting about one in 10 adults. American Cancer Society's Healthy Kids Network Wins "Innovations in Prevention Award" American Cancer Society | The awards are part of a broader DHHS initiative, Steps to a HealthierUS, and are aimed at identifying and recognizing innovative, exemplary chronic disease prevention and health promotion programs. One combination of AIDS drugs appears better for starting treatment Stanford University School of Medicine | While all of the anti-HIV drug combinations studied were effective, patients who started therapy with a combination of zidovudine (ZDV, also known as AZT), lamivudine (3TC) and efavirenz (EFV) were successfully treated for a longer period of time. Center to Enable Genetic Treatments, Immune Therapies, Other Advances Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis | Early next month, scientists working at a new research facility at Washington University School of Medicine will begin spending their days in a high-tech haven of cleanliness and environmental control comparable to the orbiting Space Station.
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