Latest News of Interest

Microsoft Buys Medical Records System - the enemey crosses lines. hmm maybe a job with the big M wouldn't be soo bad...

Backlash from bloggers as Indian censors shut websites - actually old news now...but worth knowing about

Down Syndrome Gene -- A Discovery!

Scientists have discovered a connection between the App gene known to be involved in the degradation of mental abilities in Alzheimer's patients and the mental retardation experienced in individuals with Down Syndrome. They're even tinkering around in mice with possible ways to reduce the affects. In the scope of things, a nominal breakthrough for science - a special moment for me since my brother has Down Syndrome:

Possible Treatment for Down's Syndrome Retardation may Involve Interference with Gene - Same Gene might Cause Alzheimer's

I read the news from several different venues and I'm still feeling a little high re-reading it again for this post. Crazy what a small treat of hope can do :)

That's all for tonight.