According to the Network, two in three Americans haven't told their family about their donation wishes, and it says, in many cases, uncertain families just say 'no' to doctors. Scientists in Boston have hit upon a protein that they say could help treat male pattern baldness. The protein made lab mice grow thicker hair and that protein is found in both people and mice. It appears to cause blood vessels in the hair follicle to become larger, thus the hair becomes thicker. Now note, that the mice did not grow more hair, just thicker hair.
Scientists say the challenge now is to see if it works in humans.
The American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery says more Americans are getting more lifts, nips and tucks. More than 670,000 liposuctions were performed in the US last year compared to the 72,000 in 1990. Right behind liposuctions were eyelid surgery and breast augmentation. The Academy credits the strong economy and quicker out-patient procedures for giving a lift to cosmetic surgery. This web site is best viewed with a resolution of 800 X 600 or higher.