Reno physicians boost practice with nutrition and disease information
By
Bob Conrad,
Wednesday, December 14, 2005
Nevada’s health needs received a boost recently. With a $1.38 million grant from the National Institute of Health, Judith Ashley, associate professor of nutrition at the University of Nevada, Reno, created a program to increase the nutritional knowledge of Nevada’s medical doctors.
To date, 64 community physicians who serve as preceptors for University of Nevada medical students throughout the state have enrolled in a study to receive added training to help serve patients by providing immediate nutritional information. Read more...
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Fish saves terminal cancer patient's life
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NewWindPress.com,
Thursday, November 10, 2005
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Nutritional intervention treats cancer
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myDNA.com,
Thursday, November 10, 2005
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Omega-3 fatty acids save lung cancer patient
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FoodConsumer.org,
Thursday, November 10, 2005
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The nude mouse tale: Omega-3 fats save the life of a terminal cancer patient
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Innovations Report,
Thursday, November 10, 2005
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Did Omega-3 save man from cancer?
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BetterHumans.com,
Thursday, November 10, 2005
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The nude mouse tale: Omega-3 fats save the life of a terminal cancer patient
By
Gang Wu,
Wednesday, November 09, 2005
Ron Pardini is not a medical doctor. Yet he is seen as a hero by his cancer-stricken neighbor, “D.H.” Pardini helped the 78-year-old after D.H. was diagnosed with terminal lung cancer.
“In 2000 he was told by his doctor he had only a few months to live,” said Pardini, a professor of biochemistry and associate director of the Nevada Agricultural Experiment Station. “But five years later, he is still alive, and has even gained a little weight.” Read more...
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Human Guinea Pig Success For Omega 3 Cancer Treatment
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Science A-go-go.com,
Wednesday, November 09, 2005
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Local doctor preaches sound nutrition
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Pahrump Valley Times,
Friday, November 04, 2005
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Nevada Grows: A dinner of all Nevada food, Sept. 23
By
Bob Conrad,
Wednesday, August 10, 2005
RENO, Nev.--For the second time in Northern Nevada, the award-winning Nevada Grows dinner will celebrate Nevada agriculture by holding a fund-raising dinner of Nevada-grown food. Promising the finest in Nevada-grown products, Nevada Grows will feature a signature dinner created from the tireless efforts of more than a dozen of Nevada's agricultural producers. Read more...
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Friends and Alumni hold barbecue at Main Station
By
Bob Conrad,
Wednesday, June 08, 2005
The Friends and Alumni of the College are holding a barbecue July 13 at the Nevada Agricultural Experiment Station Main Station Farm.
The event will feature a tour of the farm as well as a meal catered by Wolf Pack meats. Tickets are $5 and include a drink and meal. Read more...
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Dean recognized with unprecedented award
By
Jason Ching,
Wednesday, April 27, 2005
A tumultuous year is no reason to question good leadership, and in fact, it actually affirms it.
Dr. David Thawley, dean of the College of Agriculture, Biotechnology and Natural Resources (CABNR), was awarded with a plaque commemorating his “outstanding efforts” in rebuilding the college and his “statewide leadership.” Read more...
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Alumni organization gives awards of achievement
By
Bob Conrad,
Friday, April 22, 2005
RENO, Nev.—Nevada agriculture would be different today without the contribution of two individuals honored last night by the Friends and Alumni of the University of Nevada’s College of Agriculture, Biotechnology and Natural Resources.
This was the view expressed by those who nominated John McLain of Carson City’s Resource Concepts, Inc. for the title of Nevada’s “Outstanding Agriculturalist.” Likewise, former dean of the College, Dale Bohmont, was honored for his long-term commitment to Nevada agriculture. He received the “Lifetime Achievement” award. Read more...
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Tobacco whistle-blower to speak at UNR
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Reno Gazette-Journal,
Monday, February 28, 2005
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Millions caught within eating disorders’ embrace
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Reno Gazette-Journal,
Monday, February 21, 2005
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'The Insider' Jeffrey Wigand to speak March 2
By
Bob Conrad,
Thursday, February 17, 2005
RENO, Nev.—The 1990s marked an important turning point in the United States for public health and the business tactics of one of the country's most powerful industries: big tobacco.
At the forefront of these changes was Dr. Jeffrey Wigand, who exposed corporate deceit and wrongdoing in spite of threats to his career and the personal lives of those around him. Wigand will speak at the University of Nevada, Reno March 2. Read more...
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Friends & Alumni pre-game social
By
Jason Geddes,
Friday, January 14, 2005
The Friends and Alumni of the College of Agriculture, Biotechnology and Natural Resources invite you to a pre-game party and social.
Come and socialize with the college’s friends and alumni as they get pumped up to watch the Wolf Pack basketball team beat Boise State. Read more...
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