It's an uncomfortable topic, and not considered polite dinner conversation, but Larry Forney's research on the human vagina and the ecology of the vaginal microbial ecosystem has big implications for women.Forney is a professor of biological and

With an estimated 85 percent of women experiencing hot flashes as they approach menopause, researchers are concentrating on finding effective treatments that don't include hormonal or other pharmaceutical therapies.Now, a new Baylor University a

Construction employment declined in 276 out of 337 metropolitan areas between July 2009 and July 2010, according to a new analysis of federal employment data released today by the Associated General Contractors of America.The employment figures

The Coeur d'Alene Tribal Housing Authority, acting as its own contractor, has started work on a $4 million, 18-unit multifamily housing project in North Idaho that will include the use of straw bales in its construction.The project is the first

Raab Chiropractic LLC, of Spokane, has leased 1,400 square feet of office space in a retail center anchored by Hancock Fabrics, at 1020 W. Francis, and plans to move there in October from 515 W. Francis. Guy D. Byrd, of Cornerstone Property LLC, of

The remodeling market slid backward during the second quarter, judging by the National Association of Home Builders latest remodeling market index.The index, which combines current and future market indicators, sunk to 40.7 from 43.8 in the The

The Spokane Home Builders Association's sixth annual Fall Festival of home is slated over the next two three-day weekends.The free, scattered-site event will include homes built this year in the Spokane area using the latest in construction and