Physician Assistant in Tazewell, VA Accepting Medicare

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Mrs. Courtney Brooks Beckner, PA-C Physician Assistant - Medical Medicare: Accepting Medicare Assignments Practice Location: 513 Orange St, Tazewell, VA 24651 Phone: 276-979-5947

Tristen Amber Pack, PA-C Physician Assistant Medicare: Accepting Medicare Assignments Practice Location: 388 Ben Bolt Ave, Tazewell, VA 24651 Phone: 276-988-8740    Fax: 276-988-5941

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Researchers develop screening tool to observe nanoparticle reaction inside the body

Researchers at North Carolina State University have developed a method for predicting the ways nanoparticles will interact with biological systems - including the human body. Their work could have implications for improved human and environmental safety in the handling of nanomaterials, as well as applications for drug delivery.

Hope for heterotopic ossificiation

A recent United States Army study found that excessive bone growth, also known as heterotopic ossificiation (HO), affects up to 70 percent of soldiers who are severely wounded during combat. A much smaller percentage of the civilian population also suffers from HO following trauma or invasive surgery. The excessive bone forms within muscles and other tissues causing severe pain, reduced mobility and even local paralysis if untreated.

Washington Times examines how Millennium Challenge Corporation deals with recipient country corruption

The Washington Times examines how the U.S. Millennium Challenge Corporation, which dispenses U.S. foreign aid "meant to help reduce global poverty by stimulating economic growth," deals with countries that initially pass screening tests, but are later suspected of corruption.

Discovery may lead to immunosuppressant drugs that have fewer adverse side effects

Immunosuppressive treatment is necessary to prevent rejection of an organ after transplant and has great potential for treating chronic inflammatory diseases.

U.S. spending on alternative therapies has increased 25 percent in last decade

"While Americans may complain about the high cost of health care, they're still willing to shell out roughly $34 billion a year out-of-pocket on alternative therapies that aren't covered by insurance, a new study shows," USA Today reports.

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