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Scientists: New technique identifies molecular ‘biomarkers’ for disease

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — University of Florida chemists are the first to use a new tool to identify the molecular signatures of serious diseases — without any previous knowledge of what these microscopic signatures or “biomarkers” should look like.

Filed under Health, Research, Sciences on Monday, March 31, 2008.

AAA and UF recommend vehicle features for senior drivers

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Thicker steering wheels, wide-angle mirrors, larger dashboard controls and six-way adjustable seats are features seniors should consider when choosing a vehicle.

Filed under Aging, Health, Research on Friday, March 21, 2008.

Curbing teen drinking difficult in urban areas

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Keeping middle schoolers from alcohol is a tougher task in the inner city than in rural areas, even for experts armed with the best prevention programs, a new University of Florida study shows.

Filed under Family, Health, Research on Monday, March 17, 2008.

Excess worrying can harm parents’ relationships with grown children

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — The amount of worry shared by parents and their grownup children can feel like a warm comforter or wet blanket, a new University of Florida study finds.

Filed under Family, Gender, Health, Research on Thursday, March 6, 2008.

UF researchers warn parents about dangers of childhood foot burns

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Warmer weather is just around the corner, but before families fire up the barbecue, roast marshmallows around a crackling campfire or burn yard debris, they should consider some common precautions to help snuff out a serious childhood health risk.

Filed under Health, Research on Wednesday, March 5, 2008.