Study participants 'shocked' by new weight loss test

"What's going to happen at the end of two to three years, we really don't know. It's the first time this is really being studied in humans"

A new weight-loss shock therapy treatment is currently being tested at Scripps Clinic Nutrition and Metabolic Research Center in California. via WKYC-TV

Results of the Phase III Pivotal Study of Vyvanse (Lisdexamfetamine...

"Adults with ADHD often find it challenging to focus and organize during the day. The disorder may impact many aspects of their lives from career to family and personal commitments"

Shire plc , the global specialty biopharmaceutical company, today presented the results of a phase III pivotal study in which VYVANSE demonstrated significant improvements in Attention Deficit Hyperactivity ... via Med Ad News

Texas state budget surplus not as hefty as it seems

"Texas is probably one of the states that might be immune to it, but it better turn pretty quick or we're going to be right in the middle of it."

A $10.7 billion budget surplus predicted this week by Comptroller Susan Combs set Capitol-tongues awagging with plans for tax rebates and self congratulations for cultivating such a robust economy. via Fort Worth Star-Telegram

Equal Employment Opportunity Workshop Addresses Discrimination

How can I be protected from sexual harassment and find a job without being discriminated against? These questions and more will be addressed at the free Equal Employment Opportunity Workshop from 1 to 3 p.m. ... via City of Phoenix

Ex-Nuclear Plant Workers Want Government Compensation

"They should've went to an oncologist"

John Pool wants to know why the U.S. Department of Labor is saying no. Pool, 79, worked at the former General Electric Plant in Largo from 1970-73. The facility produced triggers for nuclear bombs, and former ... via Tampa Bay Online

Razzoo's settles sex discrimination lawsuit with male bartenders

"There was never any evidence that supported that allegation"

By EMILY TSAO / The Dallas Morning News etsao@dallasnews.com Razzoo's will pay $1 million to settle a lawsuit that claimed the Cajun restaurant chain discriminated against the hiring or promoting of male ... via Quick

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"This is a political ploy on the part of activist groups to try to hijack global warming policy from the hands of Congress and to put it into the hands of the courts."

California conservative group argues polar bears are not in danger A California law firm known for its conservative advocacy is poised to join the political melee over the fate of the polar bear, vowing to sue ... via ScrippsNews

Schneider National slows trucks, saves on fuel

"Since 1978, we've been improving our equipment and training our drivers to be responsible stewards."

Schneider National, the nation's largest truckload carrier, announced Thursday its plans to expand its fuel conservation efforts by voluntarily slowing down its fleet to 60 mph. via Wausau Daily Herald

MTBE settlement could grow if more contamination is found

"It remains to be seen whether this will occur at any given well"

Major oil companies' multimillion-dollar payment to 153 public water systems to cleanse wells of a potentially carcinogenic gasoline additive could grow if more tainted wells are discovered over the next 30 ... via Houston Chronicle

ArcelorMittal sues Esmark

"The company is surprised and disappointed that ArcelorMittal would file such a frivolous lawsuit."

' ArcelorMittal has sued Esmark, parent of Wheeling-Pittsburgh Steel Corp., and a joint venture that was trying to buy a Maryland steel plant for $540 million, alleging breach of contract. via Herald Star Online

Paper Companies With Maine Mills Going Public

Two paper companies with operations in Maine, NewPage and Verso, have filed for public ownership. via WLBZ

Washington U. professor headed for SEC

"He's clearly someone who's very calm, willing to listen and effective in meetings"

The Washington University law professor nominated by President George W. Bush to the Securities and Exchange Commission is described as "a brilliant scholar" who will make significant contributions to SEC ... via STLtoday