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Nonsmoking Women Face a Bigger Cancer Risk Than Nonsmoking Men:
Of all the cancers, lung cancer has the highest mortality rate for both men and women. However, nonsmoking women are more prone to lung cancer than nonsmoking men. Research has shown that environmental factors are more likely to increase the risk of developing lung cancer in women than men. Further research needs to be done to further analyze these differences in order to devise methods of prevention and treatment.
http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/medicalnews.php?newsid=29110
Prostate Cancer May be Linked to Testosterone Treatment:
Medical investigators have reported an increased incidence of prostate cancer development in male patients following testosterone supplementation. In one study, 11 out of 20 subjects developed prostate cancer within two years of starting testosterone treatment. The investigators recommend that the decision to commence testosterone supplementation should take into account family history of prostate cancer and the patient should be closely monitored.
FDA Continues to Monitor Controversial Diet Drug:
Between 1997 and 2003, 30 people died from cardiovascular problems and a further 224 had cardiovascular problems following use of the diet drug, Meridia. Despite these concerns, the FDA has maintained approval for the drug, stating that the benefits the drug provides outweighs the risks. A current study is being conducted to conclusively determine what risk Meridia poses to consumers and the FDA will act on its findings. The manufacturer has encouraged consumers and medical experts to be aware of the risk of increased blood pressure associated with the drug. http://www.businessweek.com/ap/financialnews/D8C1O1J00.htm?campaign_id=apn_home_down&chan=db
New Osteoporosis Drug Released:
An osteoporosis drug called Strontium Ranelate (Stronat) has been released by Glenmark Pharmaceuticals. The drug minimizes bone resorption and stimulates bone formation.
http://www.business-standard.com/bsonline/storypage.php?bKeyFlag=BO&autono=11073
Popular Painkillers May be Associated to High Blood Pressure in Women:
Harvard Medical School researchers claim that women who consume greater amounts of non-aspirin painkillers face a much higher risk of developing high blood pressure than women who don’t use them. In the study, acetaminophen doubled the risk in women and ibuprofen increased the risk by 60-80% depending on the age group. No such link was found for aspirin. As a result, medical experts and consumers are advised to be aware of the possible risk associated with the consumption of drugs such as ibuprofen, naproxen and actominophen.
http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/medicalnews.php?newsid=29264
Fish Oil Consumption Benefits ADHD Sufferers:
Australian researchers have recently determined that fish oil supplements given to children suffering from ADHD resulted in a marked improvement in their condition. Researchers say that the omega 3 fatty acids in fish oil assist with brain functioning. The oils can be obtained naturally by consuming some canned fish (salmon, tuna, mackerel), some vegetables (dark green and leafy), seed and nut products.
http://seven.com.au/todaytonight/story/?id=22499
Noninvasive Treatment Option For Fibroids Now Available:
About 40% of women over 40 are affected by uterine fibroid tumors which cause heavy bleeding, pain and pressure. Over 200,000 women require a hysterectomy to treat the condition. A new, noninvasive treatment called Focused Ultrasound is now available. It operates by directing high-energy sound waves at the noncancerous tumors on the uterus wall and thus destroying them. An MRI is used to deliver the treatment which takes about four hours and only a mild sedative is required.
Even Low Prenatal Alcohol Consumption May Negatively Affect Children:
Recent research has prompted the Department of Health to advise pregnant women to consume no more than 1-2 units of alcohol per week. Researchers claim that even low prenatal exposure to alcohol can result in a poorer reaction time and poorer attention in babies. These problems may be cause problems such as poorer academic performance and behavioural problems later in life. It is estimated that one in 3,000 babies suffer from fetal alcohol syndrome (FAS).
http://newsfromrussia.com/science/2005/08/15/61308.html
Vitamin C Intake May Be of Benefit to Severe Asthma Sufferers:
The Asthma and Allergy Research Institute of Australia have found from their latest research that subjects with the most severe asthma, had the lowest intake of Vitamin C and other antioxidants. Furthermore, severe asthma sufferers also tended to be more overweight, had a higher fat intake, higher blood cholesterol concentration and poorer lung function. They have thus concluded that an increased dietary intake of antioxidants such as Vitamin C may be beneficial in a variety of health areas for severe asthma sufferers.
http://www.npicenter.com/anm/templates/newsATemp.aspx?articleid=13271&zoneid=28
Blood Test to Determine Cause of Asthma:
A study has revealed that the presence of a certain chemical messenger (interleukin 10) in the blood allows medical specialists to determine whether an asthma attack is caused by a virus or an allergy. As the two triggers have different mechanisms, treatment can be most beneficial if the cause is determined first. A viral asthmatic trigger (often the common cold virus) usually has a rapid onset and is quite severe. It accounts for about 80% of severe asthma attacks. If interleukin 10 is the cause of the asthma, it may be possible to prevent the attack by using drugs that block chemical messenger.
http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,165891,00.html
New Depression Treatment Using an Implanted Device:
The U.S. FDA has approved a device called the Vagus Nerve Stimulator for patients where other treatment has failed (roughly 20% of major depression sufferers fail to respond to anti-depressants, psychotherapy and electroconvulsive therapy). The device is implanted in the chest and delivers a small charge along a thin wire that wraps around the vagus nerve in the neck for 30 seconds at a time. However, there is still some debate as to the true effectiveness of the device which costs up to $20,000 to implant.
http://seattlepi.nwsource.com/local/236089_hcenter11.html
Diabetes Risk Linked to Coffee Consumption:
Researchers have discovered that people over 60 who have previously lost weight may have a reduced risk of diabetes if they consume coffee. This relationship was observed only when ground caffeinated, ground decaffeinated coffee and normal tea was consumed. Researchers believe that another ingredient called chlorogenic acid may also be responsible for this effect. However, other studies contradict these findings and suggest that coffee may in fact reduce the body’s ability to metabolise sugar.
http://www.nutraingredients-usa.com/news/news-ng.asp?n=61913-coffee-caffeine-diabetes
Research Allows Improved Radiation Treatment:
Duke Medical Center researchers have been able to better determine how radiation treatment affects cancers and are thus able to provide information on how to optimize the benefits of radiation therapy. Radiation seems to affect different types of tumors (such as distal and proximal tumors) differently due to the effects of radiation on levels of a compound called HIF-1. This research has attempted to determine what factors influence radiation resistance allows specialists to determine which tumors are most likely to benefit from radiation treatments.
http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/medicalnews.php?newsid=29189
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Baby death at daycare caused by fatal dose of cold medication:
A one year old baby died at a daycare centre after receiving a fatal dose of a commonly used cold and allergy medicine. The infant’s death has led to four lawsuits being instigated.
Woman Awarded $800,000 Following Breast Removal:
An 85 year old woman had her breast removed after she was misdiagnosed with breast cancer. An initial mammogram revealed a mass. A breast cancer surgeon then performed a biopsy and confirmed the presence of cancer and ordered a lumpectomy. The lumpectomy was changed to a radical mastectomy only minutes prior to the surgery. Reports following the operation revealed no presence of breast cancer. A jury awarded the woman $800,000.
http://www.nydailynews.com/boroughs/story/337281p-288058c.html
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