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Experts urge BMI method for calculating weight in kids with eating disorders
January 4, 2012 An exact determination of expected body weight for adolescents based on age, height and gender is critical for diagnosis and management of eating disorders such as anorexia nervosa and bulimia. However, there are no clear guidelines regarding the appropriate method for calculating this weight in children with such disorders.
Spertus and Northwestern University Partner to Launch Certificate in Jewish Leadership
BEGINS MARCH 2012 CHICAGO , Dec. 6, 2011 /CHICAGOPRESSRELEASE.COM/ – Northwestern University School of Continuing Studies and Spertu s Institute of Jewish Studies are partnering to launch a new professional development program, the Certificate in Jewish Leadership . This new program combines Jewish scholarship with leading ideas from the contemporary business world to enhance the effectiveness of Jewish leaders.
Media information for Dr. James E. Bowman memorial service on Dec. 1
The University of Chicago community is invited to attend a memorial service for the late Dr. James E.
Self-Referral Leads to More Negative Exams for Patients
CHICAGO , Nov. 30, 2011 /CHICAGOPRESSRELEASE.COM/ — Physicians who have a financial interest in imaging equipment are more likely to refer their patients for potentially unnecessary imaging exams, according to a study presented today at the annual meeting of the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA).
Restricted Calorie Diet Improves Heart Function in Obese Patients with Diabetes
CHICAGO , Nov. 28, 2011 /CHICAGOPRESSRELEASE.COM/ – A low-calorie diet eliminates insulin dependence and leads to improved heart function in obese patients with type 2 diabetes, according to a study presented today at the annual meeting of the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA).
Ethics conference to focus on future of medicine
The 23rd annual Dorothy MacLean Fellows Conference on medical ethics will tackle the role of professionalism in improving patient care and strengthening the alliance between medicine and society. A highlight of the conference, which will be held Nov.
FBI Linguist Job Fair in Seattle
The FBI is holding a two-day contract linguist job fair beginning Nov. 4 at the Seattle University Student Center, 901 12th Avenue, from 9 a.m.
North Park University to Host ‘Women of Faith’ Interfaith Dialogue Nov. 16
CHICAGO , Oct. 31, 2011 /CHICAGOPRESSRELEASE.COM/ — Women in religious leadership roles will participate Nov.
NCAA Division One Top 10 Finalists Announced for National ARA Sportsmanship Award
GLENVIEW, Ill. , Oct.
UIC Opens Residence to Patients’ Families in the Illinois Medical District
The University of Illinois at Chicago is partnering with the IMD Guest House Foundation to provide housing to family members of patients in the hospitals of the Illinois Medical District, including the University of Illinois Hospital and Health Sciences System, Rush Medical Center, and Stroger Hospital. The Guest House is the only facility in Chicago serving both children and adult patients, and families of children and adult patients.
