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The Science Files Science, Health and Environment Monday, December 8, 2008

Sudden heart attacks linked to 'vulnerable plaque' By Cathryn M. Delude Condition often defies detection, doctors say. >>

Diabetes prevention linked to coffee-drinking By Joe Graedon, Teresa Graedon My father and uncle both have diabetes. I would like to reduce my risk of developing this disease, and I've heard that drinking coffee can help. Is there any evidence behind this claim? >>

		L.A. TIMES BLOGS Greenspace: Environmental news from California and beyond. Booster Shots: Oddities, musings and some news from the world of health. FULL REPORT Science - Ashley Dunn, editor Environment - Geoffrey Mohan, editor Health - Tami Dennis, editor

Self-injury on the rise among young people By Shari Roan Self-inflicted injuries appear to be on the rise, with some young people actually embedding objects in their skin. Stress may be a factor. >>

Battling her bone cancer put a new focus on friendship By Laura Farago It was a tough fight but, Laura Farago says, one she would have had a tough time winning without tried-and-true supporters. >>

Therapists hope self-injury disorder finds recognition Even one incident of self-injury should not be ignored by the people who spot it. >>

Vulnerable plaques could become easier to detect with new technologies By Cathryn M. Delude Researchers first became aware of vulnerable plaques about 10 years ago, mainly from autopsies of heart attack victims. >>

At Beverly Center, a healthier Hunky Santa By Jeannine Stein A big hit at the mall, this Kris Kringle comes with killer abs and a message about exercising and watching the milk and cookies. >>

Motor skills key to kids' fitness, study finds By Jeannine Stein There may be a way to predict whether young children will grow into active teens -- or fall prey to a more sedentary lifestyle. The key? Motor skills. >>

To combat plaques, research targets inflammation-fighting statins Researchers are evaluating a variety of new drugs to quell the inflammation that appears to underlie plaque formation and the risk of rupture. But good results in the research labs haven't translated well to the clinic. >>

MannKind says no adverse lung effects from insulin inhaler An executive says the company expects to apply for FDA approval to sell the diabetes treatment device next year. >>

NASA delays Mars rover launch to 2011 By John Johnson Jr. Technical problems make the planned 2009 launch impossible, officials say. The delay will add $400 million to the cost of the mission and might result in layoffs at JPL. >>

California health agency ignored law helping impoverished HIV patients, judge rules By Jordan Rau The department is ordered to carry out the program that helps provide Medi-Cal coverage for HIV patients. The department says the plan won't work. >>

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