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Cholesterol drug statins may reduce heart’s atrial fibrillation When we’re young, a racing heart often means love is in the air. If you’re a “baby boomer,” it might mean you’ve just joined the 2.2 million Americans who have atrial fibrillation (AF), an irregularity in the heart’s rhythm that grows more common as we age and markedly increases the risk for stroke. Heart disease – American College of Cardiology, USA |
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Baxter recalls remaining heparin sodium vial products Baxter International Inc. (NYSE:BAX) announced that the company is proceeding with the voluntary recall of all remaining lots and doses of its heparin sodium injection multi-dose, single-dose vials and HEP-LOCK heparin flush products. Allergy – Baxter International, USA |
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Vitamin C injections slow tumor growth High-dose injections of vitamin C, also known as ascorbate or ascorbic acid, reduced tumor weight and growth rate by about 50 percent in mouse models of brain, ovarian, and pancreatic cancers, researchers from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) report in the August 5, 2008, issue of the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences. Cancer – National Institutes of Health, USA |
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Bone marrow transplant can cure sickle cell disease A unique approach to bone marrow transplantation pioneered in part by a Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh of UPMC physician has proven to be the only safe and effective cure for sickle cell disease, according to a new study. Sickle Cell Disease – Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh, USA |
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Factors identified causing barriers to asthma care Barriers to managing asthma include access to appropriate care, patient adherence, distrust of the medical profession, delayed asthma diagnosis, culture, lifestyle choices and genetic discrepancies according to experts at the annual meeting of the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI) in Seattle. Asthma – American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology, USA |
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Ban on fast food TV advertising may reverse childhood obesity trends A ban on fast food advertisements in the United States could reduce the number of overweight children by as much as 18 percent, according to a new study being published this month in the Journal of Law and Economics. Childhood Obesity – Lehigh University, USA |
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Buggies influence parent-infant interaction A groundbreaking study being presented on 22nd November at the British Psychological Society Scotland’s Annual Conference suggests the orientation of a baby’s buggy impacts on mother-baby interaction, infant stress levels and ultimately child development. Psychology – British Psychological Society, UK |
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Food additives linked to lung cancer risk New research in an animal model suggests that a diet high in inorganic phosphates, which are found in a variety of processed foods including meats, cheeses, beverages, and bakery products, might speed growth of lung cancer tumors and may even contribute to the development of those tumors in individuals predisposed to the disease. Lung Cancer – American Thoracic Society, USA |
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Milkshakes are medicine for anorexic teens Getting your teenager to drink a chocolate milkshake isn’t something most parents need to worry about. But this is just the approach used in one treatment for anorexia nervosa. Anorexia nervosa – NewYork Presbyterian Hospital, USA |
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Eye wrinkles removal laser device gets OTC US health agency FDA (Food and Drug Administration) approved over-the-counter (OTC) marketing of Palomar’s laser device for treatment of wrinkles around the eyes, i.e. periorbital wrinkles. Skin care – Palomar Medical Technologies, USA |
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Test your memory test for Alzheimer’s disease UK researchers at Addenbrooke’s Hospital have created a new cognitive test (TYM) that detects Alzheimer’s disease quickly and accurately. The study published online on BMJ.com. Alzheimer’s Disease – British Medical Journal, UK |
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A simple urine dipstick test can diagnose appendicitis now A protein detectable in urine might serve as a “biomarker” for appendicitis, revealed by researchers at the Proteomics Center at Children’s Hospital Boston. Appendicitis – Children’s Hospital Boston, USA |
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Nitrate linked to Alzheimer’s disease, Diabetes, Parkinson’s disease Increased levels of nitrates in our environment and food increases disease risks including Alzheimer’s disease, diabetes mellitus and Parkinson’s disease, revealed by researchers. Health – Lifespan, USA |
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Sabril to treat spasms in infants and epileptic seizures approved in US Sabril (vigabatrin) Oral Solution has been approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration to treat infantile spasms in children ages 1 month to 2 years. Epilepsy – U.S. Food and Drug Administration, USA |
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Sepsis and pneumonia cost $ 8.1 billion to treat Two common conditions caused by hospital-acquired infections (HAIs) killed 48,000 people and ramped up health care costs by $8.1 billion in 2006 alone, according to a study released in the Archives of Internal Medicine. MRSA – Burness Communications, USA |
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Alcohol consumption may protect against Alzheimer’s Disease A new study published this month in the Journal of Alzheimer’s Disease suggests a protective effect of alcohol consumption on the risk of Alzheimer’s disease, particularly in women who do not smoke. Alzheimer’s Disease – IOS Press, Netherlands |
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Protein hydrolysate based infant formulas found better New findings from the Monell Center reveal that weight gain of formula-fed infants is influenced by the type of formula the infant is consuming. Commonly available infant formulas are cow’s milk-based, soy-based and protein hydrolysate-based. Baby care – Monell Chemical Senses Center, USA |
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QNEXA for Weight Loss in obesity – CONQUER study VIVUS, Inc. (NASDAQ: VVUS) announced that detailed results from the 56-week CONQUER study were published in The Lancet evaluating the efficacy and safety of investigational drug QNEXA in 2,487 patients across 93 sites in the US. Obesity – VIVUS, USA |
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Topical corticosteroids in children with eczema does not have negative side effects A new study published in the journal Pediatric Dermatology reveals that routine, long-term use of topical corticosteroids (TCS) for treating children with eczema does not cause any significant, negative side effects. Eczema – Wiley-Blackwell, USA |
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Cluttered brain doesn’t remember Lapses in memory occur more frequently with age, yet the reasons for this increasing forgetfulness have not always been clear. According to new research from Concordia University, older individuals have reduced learning and memory because their minds tend to be cluttered with irrelevant information when performing tasks. Brain – Concordia University, Canada |
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Bariatric surgery better than dieting for glucose control Researchers have uncovered a new clue for why bariatric surgery is more effective than dietary remedies alone at controlling glucose levels. The study conducted at Duke University Medical Center and St. Luke’s and Roosevelt Hospital Center, Columbia University. Bariatric surgery – Duke University Medical Center, USA |
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Adults with arthritis suffer with poorer health and quality of life A new study reports that the health-related quality of life (HRQOL) for U.S. adults with arthritis is much worse than for those without this condition. Both physical and mental health are affected by arthritis, which poses a significant health and economic burden as the number of those diagnosed continues to climb. Arthritis – Wiley-Blackwell, USA |