October 2001


#701 October 2, 2001

A Bio-terrorism Detection System is in the Works

The Importance of Laughter During Bereavement

The Role of Parasites in Mate Selection

Adverse Effects of Ephedra Containing Supplements are on the Rise

Working to Biodegrade MTBE Contamination

#702 October 9, 2001

Who Needs the Flu Shot?

The Facts about Sudden Oak Death

Researchers Discover Cannibalism in the Open Sea

How Small Strokes May Affect Memory Loss

How Doctors Can Help Victims of Domestic Violence


#703 October 16, 2001

The Unhealthy Habits of Schoolchildren

Some Important Facts about Flu Shots

Understanding the Scientific Downside of Biotechnology

Don't Always Count on End-of-life Decisions

The Link Between Well-Done Meat and Cancer


#704 October 23, 2001

A New Technique that Detects the Sources of Lead Exposure

An Important Tool in Breast Cancer Detection

A Technology that Dissects the Book of Life

More Evidence of the Health Benefits of Soy

Better Detection of a Nefarious Disease


#705 October 30, 2001

The Facts about Mercury Poisoning

Emergency Seizure Treatment Found to be Safe and Effective

Researchers Work to Improve Bioterrorism Detection Systems

The Role of Female Choice in Animal Mate Selection

Fine Needle Biopsies Regain Popularity