2005 Medicine for the Public lectures covers leading-edge
medical developments
• Who is at risk for bird flu and what can we do about it?
• Is there an association between mouth bacteria and heart
disease?
• What are the implications of the "age boom" as
life expectancy increases?
These questions and others will be addressed at the 2005 Medicine
for the Public lecture series, Oct. 18-Nov. 1, 2005. The series
features physician-researchers working on the frontiers of medical
discovery at the National Institutes of Health. Now in its 29th
year, Medicine for the Public helps people understand the latest
developments in medicine with an emphasis on topics of current relevance
presented by speakers who can relate stories of science to the lay
public. Sponsored by the NIH Clinical Center, the lectures are held
at 7 p.m. on Tuesdays in the Clinical Center's Masur Auditorium,
National Institutes of Health, 9000 Rockville Pike, Building 10,
in Bethesda, Maryland. All lectures are free and open to the public.
Oct. 18, 2005
Avian Influenza: Preparing for the Pandemic
Avian influenza, or bird flu, is a major concern for public health
authorities and is an increasing threat to public health. Dr. David
Henderson, deputy director for clinical care of the NIH Clinical
Center, will discuss what bird flu is, how it spreads, and where
we can look for possible treatment and prevention.
Oct. 25, 2005
Open Wide: Molecular Medicine Enters the Mouth
Studies suggest an association between oral bacteria and heart
disease, high blood sugar in people with diabetes, and other medical
conditions. This lecture will cover oral health and the connection
between oral bacteria and systemic disease. Dr. Lawrence A. Tabak,
director of the National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research,
will discuss the latest research in molecular medicine and the use
of salivary diagnostics as tools for health surveillance.
Nov. 1, 2005
Growing Older: Challenges and Opportunities in Aging
The trend toward increased life expectancy over the last century
has been remarkable, resulting in an "age boom" having
profound implications for individuals, families, and society. Dr.
Richard J. Hodes, director of the National Institute on Aging will
cover research insights on the factors affecting health and well-being
as we grow older.
For further information on specific topics or speakers, call 301-496-2563,
or visit the Medicine for the Public website at: http://clinicalcenter.nih.gov/about/news/mfp.shtml.
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It is the primary Federal agency for conducting and supporting basic,
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causes, treatments, and cures for both common and rare diseases.
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