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Yearly Archives: 2007

Stem cell research in India

WITH conservative Christians in the US succeeding in influencing the Bush administration into putting hurdles in the path of stem cell research on “flimsy...

Paralysis can’t stop his dreams

Muir High to honor inspirational graduate ALTADENA - Victor Wright says he's thought about his final moments on the football field every day for the...

House OKs Stem Cell Research Bill

(WASHINGTON) — The Democratic-controlled House Thursday passed a bill bolstering embryonic stem cell research that advocates say shows promise for numerous medical cures. But the...

“Roll Models” and Designer Wheelchairs Add New Spin to Famed New York Fashion Week

FRESNO, CA -- (MARKET WIRE) -- January 10, 2007 -- We invite you to consider: What would a St. John wheelchair look like? Rich...

A new year brings new hope to injured snowboarder Mike Ryan

HIGHLAND LAKES - 2006 began with despair for the Ryan family of Highland Lakes. By the end of the year, it was filled with...

Sport Dimensions supports Spinal Research

International charity Spinal Research has become the chosen charity for the Physiotherapy, Rehabilitation and Performance Centre, Sport Dimensions. Spinal Research, a charity dedicated to funding...

Stem cell option found in fetal fluid

NEW RESEARCH UNVEILED AS EMBRYONIC FUNDING DEBATED A type of cell that floats freely in the amniotic fluid of pregnant women has been found to...

Stem Cell Bill Reintroduced

ACTION ALERT: Stem Cell Bill Reintroduced – Tell Your Members of Congress to Cosponsor the Bill! Good news — the Stem Cell Research Enhancement Act...

Hurt athlete inspires community

Three and a half weeks ago, Stowe native and standout athlete Jordan Carrell, 22, injured his spine in a snowboarding accident on Mount Mansfield,...

Woman of determination

Local woman, in wheelchair for 20 years, hopes to drive to success STERLING — After 20 years of sitting in a wheelchair, Rita Avitia is...