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 BBC Health
GPs 'lax' on cholesterol targets
Many lives could be saved if GPs followed guidelines for reducing cholesterol in those at high risk of heart disease, a study suggests.
10 Mar 2010 at 7:08pm
Vitiligo skin graft 'effective'
Skin transplant surgery can be an effective way of treating the skin disease vitiligo, say US researchers.
10 Mar 2010 at 7:13pm
Hospital rap over medicine errors
Too many patients in England and Wales are not getting their medicines in hospital, a safety watchdog says.
10 Mar 2010 at 7:01pm
'No proof' IVF aided by acupuncture
There is no evidence acupuncture or Chinese herbal medicine boost the chance of IVF success, fertility experts warn.
9 Mar 2010 at 6:17pm
India help for Sri Lanka amputees
An Indian charity sends a team to Sri Lanka to provide 1,000 amputees in the war-ravaged north with artificial limbs.
10 Mar 2010 at 8:12am
'Problem kids' risk future pain
Children with behavioural problems are twice as likely to suffer chronic pain as adults than others, say researchers.
9 Mar 2010 at 6:04pm
US school soda deal 'cuts sugar'
The US soft drinks industry says it has dramatically cut full-calorie beverages available in schools as part of a drive to tackle obesity.
9 Mar 2010 at 5:36am
Action urged on pregnancy deaths
Pregnant women in developing countries face the same risk of death as women in the UK did 100 years ago, say campaigners.
7 Mar 2010 at 6:59pm
Obama continues healthcare attack
US President Barack Obama attacks insurers for raising rates as he continues his push for healthcare reform.
8 Mar 2010 at 2:37pm
UK gives SA millions of condoms
The UK donates £1m ($1.5m) to South Africa to buy 42m condoms, as the nation builds up to the football World Cup.
9 Mar 2010 at 10:21am
LA Times: Health
Obesity risks start before birth
Prenatal, infancy, early childhood — factors in all may affect a person’s future weight and health.
Pam Levin's daughter weighed less than 5 pounds at birth. But by the time the child turned 3, Levin and her husband had begun to bristle at some of the comments about her. "People would say, ‘She's chunky' or ‘She's a big girl,'" Levin says.
8 Mar 2010 at 2:00am
Fat American children: many causes, a lifetime of effects
Eating habits, physical activity, access to parks, ethnicity, poverty and TV watching all play a role in the epidemic, as do many other factors.
The percentage of American children who are overweight or obese has been growing for decades, and now nearly one in three has a body mass index that's greater than normal. Although evidence suggests that obesity rates are leveling off overall, for some groups of kids — especially poor or minority kids — the problem continues to grow, according to a study published Tuesday in the journal Health Affairs.
8 Mar 2010 at 2:00am
Study: Women who drink moderately tend to gain less weight in midlife
Women who abstained put on more pounds than those who had a drink or two per day. But researchers warn against an alcohol diet.
Women who drink moderate amounts of alcohol don't gain as much weight in midlife as those who abstain, a study has found. However, drinking should not be heralded as a new diet, said the authors and alcohol abuse experts.
9 Mar 2010 at 2:00am
Health insurance rate hikes are par for the course
There are ways to keep your premiums down, even when some insurers are raising rates several times a year. Shopping around is a must.
Los Angeles resident Steven Dornbusch wasn't surprised when he learned that Anthem Blue Cross was raising premiums by a whopping 39% for many of its California policyholders.
8 Mar 2010 at 2:00am
Goodbye chains, hello belt-drive bicycles
The 24 Hours of Adrenalin Solo World Championship is often a grueling showcase for the world's toughest bikes and riders, but the July event in Canmore, Canada, was something special.
8 Mar 2010 at 2:00am
Side effects reported from generic antiseizure drug lamotrigine
Q: I am a clinical nurse specialist who has submitted 37 adverse-event reports to the Food and Drug Administration regarding generic lamotrigine. Most involved a loss of response, but many involved side effects that did not occur with brand-name Lamictal.
8 Mar 2010 at 2:00am
Studies show danger of even small amounts of lead in children’s blood
Levels well below the CDC ‘threshold’ are linked to kidney damage and other harmful effects.
High doses of lead have for some time been linked to chronic kidney damage. But a recent study out of Johns Hopkins Children's Center found that even small levels of lead exposure may be damaging to children's kidneys.
8 Mar 2010 at 2:00am
‘Crazy Heart’s’ addictive hero
What are the odds of Bad Blake, Jeff Bridges’ alcoholic, chain-smoking country singer, overcoming and/or surviving his demons?
"Crazy Heart"
8 Mar 2010 at 2:00am
Painkillers may increase risk of hearing loss
In a study, men who regularly use analgesics reported hearing loss.
Perhaps it wasn't those years of listening to rock 'n' roll that damaged my hearing after all; regular use of aspirin, acetaminophen and other analgesics appears to substantially increase the risk of hearing loss, especially in men younger than 50.
8 Mar 2010 at 2:00am
Centering body and mind
Have you noticed that, when you're stressed and your mind is scattered, it's hard to find your balance? Practice the tree pose to help you feel centered and to focus your mental state. You'll also strengthen your legs and release tension in your thighs and hips.
8 Mar 2010 at 2:00am
Medical News Today
Meat And Colorectal Cancer Risk: Scientists Suggest Potential Mechanisms
Scientists in the US who undertook a large study to investigate what biological mechanisms might be behind the already established link between colorectal cancer and consumption of red and processed meat, confirmed that such a link exists and suggested the main players are three compounds: heme iron, nitrate/nitrite, and heterocyclic amines...
10 Mar 2010 at 11:00am
Vaccinating Kids Against Flu Protects Whole Community, Canadian Study
A new study carried out in Hutterite communities in Canada revealed that giving kids and teenagers flu shots led to lower rates of flu in communities that followed such a strategy compared to similar communities that did not, suggesting that vaccinating children may prevent the virus from spreading and protects members of the community who are not vaccinated, produc...
10 Mar 2010 at 4:00am
Better Health: More Frequent And Better Quality Sex In Later Life
Research published on bmj.com today reports that people who are in good health are just about twice as likely to be interested in sex compared to those in poor health. Sexual activity is recognized as having several health benefits. In addition, it is linked to living longer. In this case, the study investigates how general health impacts on the quality of sex...
10 Mar 2010 at 2:00am
What Is Hydrocephalus (Water On The Brain)? What Causes Hydrocephalus?
Hydrocephalus, also called Water on the Brain is a condition in which there is an abnormal build up of CSF (cerebrospinal fluid) in the cavities (ventricles) of the brain. The buildup is often caused by an obstruction which prevents proper fluid drainage...
10 Mar 2010 at 2:00am
Link Between Hepatitis C And Insulin Resistance Surprises Scientists
Scientists in Australia found that when they studied insulin resistance in people with Hepatitis C little or none of it was in the liver and nearly all the insulin resistance occured in muscle, which surprised them because Hepatitis C is a liver disease that not only leads to cirrhosis and cancer, but also makes people three to four times more likely to develop Type 2 diabetes...
9 Mar 2010 at 2:00pm
UK's First Pooled Kidney Transplants
The first pooled kidney transplants involving three donor-recipient couples where each recipient received a kidney from a donor they did not know, has successfully taken place in the UK. The transplants took place at the end of 2009 and involved three hospitals, Hammersmith and Guy's and St Thomas' in London, and the Royal Infirmary in Edinburgh...
9 Mar 2010 at 5:00am
Light To Moderate Drinking Linked To Less Weight Gain In Middle Aged Women
A new study from the US found that normal weight women in their 40s and older who drank a light to moderate amount of alcohol gained less weight and had a lower risk of becoming obese and overweight compared to their non-drinking counterparts...
9 Mar 2010 at 4:00am
What Is Antiphospholipid Syndrome (Hughes Syndrome)? What Causes Antiphosphol...
Antiphospholipid Syndrome, also known as Antiphospholipid Antibody Syndrome, APS, APLS, Hughes Syndrome, or Sticky Blood is an immune disorder in which there are abnormal antibodies linked to abnormal blood clots within veins and arteries - especially in the legs, as well as problems with pregnancy, such as recurring miscarriages and premature births...
9 Mar 2010 at 2:00am
What Is Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT)? What Are The Benefits And Risks Of...
Hormone replacement therapy, commonly known as HRT is a treatment used to replace hormones that the body is no longer producing because of the menopause. The hormones that need replacing are estrogen and progesterone. The therapy is based on the notion that the treatment may prevent discomfort caused by diminished circulating estrogen and progesterone hormones...
9 Mar 2010 at 2:00am
HIV Hides In Bone Marrow Say Researchers
Researchers in the US have discovered that a latent form of HIV hides in progenitor cells in bone marrow, avoids detection by the immune system and retains the ability to reproduce and spread when the coast is clear (eg when treated people stop taking anti-HIV drugs)...
8 Mar 2010 at 1:00pm
Health.com
High Natural Estrogen Might Raise Women?s Stroke Risk
Higher levels of naturally occurring estrogen are tied to a rising risk of stroke in postmenopausal women who aren’t on hormone therapy, a new study finds.
10 Mar 2010 at 5:45pm
Severe Injuries From ATV Accidents on the Rise
Two new studies report a high rate of severe injuries ? including amputations, spinal injuries and even death ? among children who ride all-terrain vehicles.
10 Mar 2010 at 5:38pm
Botox Approved for Spasticity in Stroke Victims
Botox (onabotulinumtoxin A) has been approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration to treat spasms (spasticity) in the flexor muscles of the elbow, wrist and fingers in adults who have had a stroke, the agency said Tuesday in a news release.
10 Mar 2010 at 5:29pm
Longtime Smokers May Find Protection From Parkinson?s
In an effort to understand the relationship between tobacco smoke and Parkinson’s disease, researchers have found that smoking for many years may reduce risk for the disease but smoking a large number of cigarettes a day does not seem to reduce risk.
10 Mar 2010 at 5:14pm
H1N1 Flu Spreads Slower Than Seasonal Flu: Study
The H1N1 swine flu appears to spread more slowly than “regular” seasonal flu in a household setting, but when it does spread it’s more likely to affect children, a new study suggests.
10 Mar 2010 at 5:07pm
Older Men Have Better Sex Lives Than Women
Older men are more likely than their female counterparts to be sexually active, to have a good sex life, and to crave sex, according to a new study.
10 Mar 2010 at 9:38am
Genetic Variant Raises Lung Cancer Risk
People with a particular genetic trait are at much higher risk of developing lung cancer from exposure to secondhand smoke than others, even if they rarely come into contact with it, a new study finds.
9 Mar 2010 at 8:59pm
Shift Work Can Put a Crimp on Sleep
To make ends meet these days, many Americans are sacrificing sleep to work night shifts or juggle two jobs.
9 Mar 2010 at 8:50pm
Survey May Help Docs Diagnose Mood Disorders
A single-page questionnaire can help primary-care doctors screen patients for common psychiatric illnesses, U.S. researchers report.
9 Mar 2010 at 8:38pm
Recession May Mean Fewer Nips & Tucks
A sagging economy may be causing fewer Americans to visit their plastic surgeons for a lift ? or many other beautifying procedures, a new report finds.
9 Mar 2010 at 7:08pm
Yahoo News Search: celiac disease
Call Medical Radio - Celiac Disease (Tri-State Neighbor)
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10 Mar 2010 at 12:42pm
Gluten-free not necessarily grain-free (UPI)
DALLAS, March 10 (UPI) -- Relatively few grains have the protein indigestible to those with celiac disease and psoriasis and some grains are safe for them to eat, a U.S. researcher says.
9 Mar 2010 at 11:08pm
Celiac disease immune system defects ID'd (UPI)
LONDON, March 2 (UPI) -- British-led medical researchers say they have identified four aspects of immune system disturbances that lead to the development of celiac disease.
2 Mar 2010 at 3:23pm
Support groups offered to public (YourWestValley.com)
Banner Community Education and Wellness Centers offers the following free support groups to provide understanding and a nurturing atmosphere where you receive education about the disease or condition, information on care-management issues and support...
10 Mar 2010 at 1:07pm
Researchers take aim at digestive disorder (CTV Toronto)
Canadian researchers are testing a new drug for patients who suffer from a chronic digestive disorder called celiac disease, which appears to be afflicting a growing number of people.
8 Mar 2010 at 6:38am
A New Approach to Immune Cell Analysis (GenomeWeb News)
Researchers at Stanford University have come up with a new approach to analyzing immune cells that identifies changes in small samples of human whole blood, and has the potential to distinguish between health and disease states.
9 Mar 2010 at 10:50am
Adding gluten early may cause constipation in babies (Reuters via Yahoo! News)
Giving gluten-containing foods to infants too soon may trigger long-lasting tummy troubles but more study is needed before changing recommendations for parents, Dutch researchers conclude.
9 Mar 2010 at 2:54pm
LETTERS TO THE EDITOR (The Berkeley Daily Planet)
Alan Tobey's Feb. 11 letter understates the advantages of the community-supported Rapid Bus Plus (RB+) plan over AC Transit's clumsier BRT proposal. RB+ would match BRT's transit and environmental benefits, but without BRT's drawbacks and at much lower cost.
10 Mar 2010 at 5:02pm
Senate Resolution 372 Designates March "National Autoimmune Diseases Awarenes...
On the evening of March 4, 2010, the U.S. Senate passed a resolution designating March as "National Autoimmune Diseases Awareness Month" and supporting efforts to increase awareness of autoimmune diseases and increase funding for autoimmune disease research. The Senate resolution (S.RES.372) was introduced by Michigan Senator Carl Levin on December 8, 2009. "This is a day of celebration for ...
9 Mar 2010 at 5:31am
March designated as 'National Autoimmune Diseases Awareness Month' (News-Medi...
On the evening of March 4, 2010, the U.S. Senate passed a resolution designating March as "National Autoimmune Diseases Awareness Month" and supporting efforts to increase awareness of autoimmune diseases and increase funding for autoimmune disease research. The Senate resolution (S.RES.372) was introduced by Michigan Senator Carl Levin on December 8, 2009.
9 Mar 2010 at 5:53am
Gluten free shopping
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