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May 9, 2008
New bowel prep drink easier to take: study
A new 2 liter bowel cleansing solution for colonoscopy appears to
work as well as the standard 4 liter solution and is more
acceptable to patients, researchers report.
-
Metformin an option for pregnancy-related diabetes
Use of metformin to treat pregnancy-related diabetes (i.e.,
gestational diabetes) does not increase the risk of pregnancy
complications and most women prefer it to insulin, according to a
study in this week's New England Journal of Medicine.
-
Gum disease, inflammation risky for pregnant women
- a marker of inflammation in the body -- are at increased risk of
developing preeclampsia, a potentially serious complication
involving high blood pressure that often leads to premature
delivery.
-
May 8, 2008
China reports two more deaths from child virus
China reported two more deaths on Thursday from a severe strain of
hand, foot and mouth disease, bringing its toll from the outbreak
to 30, all of them young children, Xinhua news agency reported.
-
Mom's high normal blood sugar risky: study
Pregnant women who have blood sugar levels above normal but below
those signaling full-blown diabetes are more likely than women with
lower blood sugar levels to experience several adverse pregnancy
outcomes, new research indicates.
-
Behavioral therapy doesn't ease kids' constipation
For treating constipation problems in children, behavioral therapy
given along with laxatives isn't any more effective than laxatives
alone, Dutch researchers report.
-
Pelvic floor maladies can impact women's sex life
Incontinence and other disorders of the pelvic organs can take a
toll on a woman's sex life, a new study suggests.
-
Firefighters show higher risks of certain cancers
A new study suggests that firefighters face higher-than-average
risks of several types of cancer, adding to evidence that the job
carries hazards beyond the fires themselves.
-
Health Tip: Treating an Ulcer
Ways to help it heal
-
May 7, 2008
Acid blockers don't affect colon cancer risk
Taking drugs that block the secretion of gastric acid does not
appear to increase the risk of developing colorectal cancer,
according to a new report.
-
Healthy teeth and gums important during pregnancy
The American Dental Association (ADA) is reminding mothers-to-be
about the importance of maintaining good oral health during
pregnancy.
-
Adult teeth may come in early in diabetic kids
Children with diabetes may develop their permanent teeth earlier
than normal, which could potentially increase their risk of dental
problems, according to findings published in the medical journal
Pediatrics.
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May 6, 2008
Obese moms-to-be have longer pregnancies
Pregnant women who are overweight or obese in the first trimester
of pregnancy and those who have a greater change in body weight
during pregnancy are more apt to have lengthier pregnancies and
more complications, according to results of a new study.
-
May 4, 2008
Common Medications Could Cause Physical Impairment in the Elderly
Drugs for acid reflux, urinary incontinence 'slow down' seniors,
studies say
-
May 3, 2008
Treating Stomach Infection Early Protects Against Cancer
Study finds early use of antibiotics reversed damage caused by
H. pylori
-
Gene effect on colon cancer differs by gender
Whether variant forms of a gene called EGFR increase or decrease
survival with colon cancer depends on whether the patient is male
or female, new study findings indicate.
-
May 1, 2008
Gestational diabetes linked to pre-pregnancy
weight
Women planning to become pregnant may decrease their likelihood of
developing gestational diabetes by not gaining weight, study
findings suggest.
-
Food crisis unlikely to cause famine soon: U.N.
Global food shortages and higher prices are more likely to cause
malnutrition than outright famine, at least in the near term, the
coordinator of a new United Nations task force said on Wednesday.
-
Michigan governor has emergency bowel surgery
Michigan Gov. Jennifer Granholm underwent emergency surgery to
treat a bowel obstruction and was recuperating on Wednesday, her
office said.
-
April 30, 2008
Very thin pregnant women at risk of severe nausea
Women who are underweight when they become pregnant have an
increased risk of severe, potentially dangerous nausea and
vomiting, a large study suggests.
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FDA approves irritable bowel drug
The Food and Drug Administration on Tuesday approved Amitiza, the
first U.S. drug to treat irritable bowel syndrome with constipation
(IBS-C) in adult women, a medicine marketed by Takeda
Pharmaceutical Co and its developer, Sucampo Pharmaceuticals Inc.
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April 29, 2008
Study shows promising new approach to thwart HIV
Researchers have pinpointed a protein contain within key human
immune system cells that is needed for the AIDS virus to infect the
cells, and found that turning it off can greatly slow down the
deadly virus.
-
Poor diet undermines health of northern Afghans
Lunch at Gada Mohammed's single-room mud-brick house in
Afghanistan's far north is the same as most other meals: dry bread
washed down with tea.
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More babies born to diabetic mothers: study
More American women are entering pregnancy with diabetes, raising
the odds of a problem pregnancy and the potential that their
children will become diabetic in the future, U.S. researchers said
on Monday.
-
April 26, 2008
Laparoscopic Surgery on Pancreas Has Fewer Complications
Patients had less blood loss, shorter hospital stays, study finds
-
April 25, 2008
Natural enzyme linked to heart risk in diabetics
High blood levels of a naturally occurring enzyme linked to blood
vessel function predict heart-related events and an increased risk
of progressive kidney disease in patients with type 1 diabetes and
kidney disease, according to new research.
-
April 24, 2008
Scientists Discover How Stomach Tumors Form
Blocking IL-11 protein prevents inflammation, hints of new
treatments for disease
-
April 23, 2008
Cisplatin not effective in anal cancer: study
Treating anal cancer patients with the cancer-fighting drug
cisplatin to try to shrink tumors before beginning standard therapy
did not boost survival rates, and is not recommended, U.S.
researchers said on Tuesday.
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FDA approves drug for Crohn's, with caution
U.S. health officials approved Belgian drugmaker UCB Inc's
experimental drug to treat Crohn's disease but warned about serious
side effects, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration said on
Tuesday.
-
Patient 'navigator' boosts colon cancer screening
Minorities in the U.S. have particularly low rates of colon cancer
screening, but guidance from a patient "navigator" might help more
people get tested, a study suggests.
-
April 22, 2008
Cholesterol drugs destroy esophageal cancer cells
Drugs that are commonly used to lower cholesterol can block the
proliferation and promote the destruction of esophageal cancer
cells in the laboratory, according to a report in the American
Journal of Gastroenterology by UK researchers.
-
April 19, 2008
Strep bacteria may treat pancreatic cancer
In mice implanted with human pancreatic cancer tumors, injecting
live Streptococcus bacteria, similar to those that cause strep
throat, directly into the tumors caused the tumors to shrink and
die, German scientists report.
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Older diabetics struggle with blood sugar control
The prevalence of type 2 diabetes is rising in the US elderly
population, and nearly half of affected individuals fail to
adequately control their blood sugar, new research shows.
-
April 18, 2008
Men, singles less likely to have colon cancer test
Men, unmarried adults and those with low incomes are less likely to
accept an offer of free colon cancer screening, a new study
suggests.
-
Zinc reduces common cold symptoms
Zinc acetate lozenges taken within 24 hours of developing symptoms
of the common cold reduce the duration and severity of symptoms,
according to a report in The Journal of Infectious Diseases.
-
April 17, 2008
Hepatitis B tied to bile duct cancer outside liver
The results of a study published in the International Journal of
Cancer suggest there is an association between hepatitis B virus
(HBV) infection and an increased risk of extrahepatic bile duct
cancer.
-
Lifestyle change key for obesity surgery success
Anyone thinking about having weight loss surgery should be sure to
do their homework beforehand, and must understand they need to
dramatically change the way they eat for the surgery to be
successful, advises the head of the U.S. government agency
responsible for research on health care quality and patient safety.
-
April 16, 2008
Health Tip: Pain in Your Side
Signs that it might be appendicitis
-
April 12, 2008
High blood glucose linked to reduced fracture risk
Middle-aged people who have high levels of glucose in their blood
seem to run less of a risk of suffering broken bones, Swedish
researchers have found.
-
For coin stuck in throat, pushing it down OK
When a kid has swallowed a coin and it's stuck in the throat, it's
safe for emergency physicians or other doctors to use a flexible
instrument to push it into the stomach rather than try to pull it
up, according to a new report.
-
April 11, 2008
Marked rise in hepatitis C-related deaths seen in
US
From 1995 to 2004, deaths related to infection with hepatitis C
virus (HCV) rose by 123 percent in the US, according to a new
report
-
Little progress in preventing foodborne ills: CDC
Efforts by U.S. states to contain foodborne infections have made no
dent in reducing the number of infections, which remained flat last
year after a period of decline, according to a 10-state report
released on Thursday by government researchers.
-
Mumps found to have made alarming comeback in US
Mumps made an alarming comeback in the United States in 2006 and
may take years to completely eradicate, federal health experts
reported on Wednesday.
-
April 10, 2008
Mumps vaccine policy questioned after U.S.
outbreak
An outbreak of mumps in the United States in 2006 -- the largest in
two decades -- came at a time when the national two-dose vaccine
coverage among adolescents was at an all-time high, public health
officials reported in The New England Journal of Medicine.
-
Virtual colonoscopy reduces bowel preparation
Extensive cleansing of the bowel is not necessary for patients
undergoing virtual colonoscopy, Dutch researchers report in the
journal Radiology.
-
Cavity-fighting candy helped cut tooth decay:study
Most children are told to stay away from chewy candies to keep
their teeth cavity-free, but children in Venezuela who ate a
special cavity-fighting candy had 62 percent fewer cavities than
those who brushed their teeth regularly, researchers said on
Tuesday.
-
April 8, 2008
Bug responsible for bad breath found
Solobacterium moorei is the organism largely responsible for
chronic bad breath, or halitosis, biologists reported Saturday at
the annual meeting of the American Association for Dental Research
in Dallas.
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Some advanced cancer patients living longer: study
Patients who are being treated for advanced colorectal, ovarian or
testicular cancer are living longer than they have in the past, a
research team from the National Cancer Institute, Bethesda,
Maryland, reports in the May 15th issue of the journal Cancer,
published online today.
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Health Tip: Why am I Constipated?
Some possible causes
-
April 6, 2008
Overeating to blame for insulin weight gain
Overeating is likely the greatest contributor to the weight gain
that can occur when a diabetic begins using insulin, new research
suggests.
-
Simple regimen eliminates chronic bad breath
Brushing twice a day with antibacterial toothpaste and using a
toothbrush with a built-in tongue scraper can eliminate chronic bad
breath, according to research presented today at the 2008 annual
meeting of the American Association for Dental Research in Dallas,
Texas.
-
April 5, 2008
FDA OKs New Rotavirus Vaccine
It's designed to ward off gastroenteritis, which causes vomiting
and diarrhea in children
-
March 27, 2008
Scientists Isolate Organism That Causes Disfiguring Tropical
Disease
Aquatic niches host Buruli ulcer bacterium that plagues African
populations
-
March 11, 2008
Post-Op Chemo Fails to Boost Survival in Stomach Cancers
Drug-surgery combo showed no significant improvement in outcomes,
study finds
-
March 7, 2008
Bacteria Mix in Guts of Babies Predicts Obesity
Findings may explain why breast-fed infants less likely to be
overweight later
-
February 28, 2008
CT scans lower risk of unnecessary appendix
surgery
The chance of having an appendix removed unnecessarily has
plummeted since 1996 in the United States, possibly because more
doctors are using CT scans to confirm appendicitis diagnoses,
researchers said on Wednesday.
-
Screening probably caused cystic fibrosis drop
Massachusetts researchers have seen a dramatic statewide drop in
the number of newborns with cystic fibrosis, and said on Wednesday
the decline may be due to a national effort to screen for the
genetic disease.
-
February 27, 2008
Headache common in people with GI trouble
The prevalence of headache is higher in people with
gastrointestinal (GI) symptoms such as nausea, acid reflux,
diarrhea, and constipation, than in people who don't have these
bothersome symptoms, new research indicates.
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Insulin resistance tied to hepatitis C infection
Insulin resistance, a "prediabetic" abnormality of blood sugar, is
a specific feature of chronic hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection,
independent of the severity of HCV or the presence of other
metabolic factors, French investigators report.
-
Four in 10 seniors not up-do-date on colon tests
Many older Americans are not up-to-date with their colorectal
cancer screening exams, report researchers from the U.S. Centers
for Disease Control and Prevention, Atlanta.
-
February 26, 2008
Hepatitis C: a risk factor for lymphoma
Canadian researchers have confirmed an association between
hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection and an increased risk of
non-Hodgkin's lymphoma, according to their report in the
International Journal of Cancer.
-
February 25, 2008
Rezulin suit disruptive, Pfizer tells US high
court
A state law allowing suits against drugmakers when fraud against
federal regulators is proven disrupts the authority of the Food and
Drug Administration, lawyers for Pfizer told the U.S. Supreme Court
on Monday.
-
Exercise may cut gallstone risk
Exercise is good for mice and humans, but appears to be bad for
gallstones, according to the findings of a study conducted with
mice.
-
Earlier Colon Cancer Screens Urged for Smokers
Study finds tobacco users diagnosed almost 7 years earlier than
nonsmokers
-
Substance use relapse rate low after transplant
The notion that a liver or other organ transplant is wasted on
people with a history of alcoholism or drug abuse doesn't hold
true, according to a new report. In reality, the likelihood that
such patients will relapse is quite low.
-
Five Indian children die after eating holy
offerings
Five children have died and 96 other people have fallen seriously
ill in eastern India after eating sweets and rice offered to a
goddess at a village shrine, health officials said on Friday.
-
Diabetes in pregnancy ups children's diabetes risk
Danish researchers have identified a link between the occurrence of
type 2 diabetes in adults and the presence of type 1 diabetes or
pregnancy-related diabetes in their mothers.
-
February 22, 2008
Magnesium intake may cut risk of gallstones
A diet rich in magnesium appears to reduce the risk developing
painful gallstones, according to findings from a US study.
-
Low cholesterol linked to stomach cancer risk
People with very low cholesterol levels seem to be at increased
risk of developing stomach cancer, Japanese researchers report.
-
Aggressive Therapy for Crohn's Disease Produces Better Outcomes
International study found remission occurred faster, more often
with immunosuppressive drugs
-
February 21, 2008
Yogurt may take the bite out of gum disease
Regularly eating yogurt and other foods with lactic acid may be
good for your mouth, Japanese researchers report.
-
February 20, 2008
Birth control pills may lower colon cancer risk
Women who have used birth control pills seem to have a slightly
decreased risk of colon cancer as they age, a new study suggests.
-
February 20, 2008
Health Tip: Is GERD Causing Sleep Problems?
Suggestions to tame your heartburn
-
February 19, 2008
Probiotics help distance runners stay healthy
Endurance runners' strenuous training can erode their immunity and
make them more vulnerable to catching colds, but a daily dose of
"good" bacteria could bring their immune systems back up to speed,
Australian researchers have shown.
-
February 18, 2008
Zinc helps with diarrhea in children: study
Treatment with zinc supplements can cut the severity and duration
of acute or persistent diarrhea in children, a study shows. Further
research, however, is needed to determine exactly how zinc produces
its anti-diarrheal effects, the researchers note in the in the
February issue of Pediatrics.
-
Harnessing the Mind to Manage Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Cognitive behavioral therapy and hypnosis may help ease symptoms, research shows
-
February 15, 2008
Salsalate cuts blood sugar levels in obese adults
A drug approved for the treatment of arthritis may have a role in
reducing the risk of diabetes and heart trouble developing in young
obese individuals, Harvard researchers report.
-
February 14, 2008
Brain receptor may be target for alcoholism
therapy
Treatment with drugs that block a key brain receptor called NK1R
may help alcoholics remain abstinent and may be of use for treating
other addictive disorders, according to research published online
by Science Express.
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Fast food eaters risk liver damage, weight gain
Too much fast food and too little exercise can wreak havoc on the
liver, according to results of a small Swedish study.
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Probiotics may be fatal in acute
pancreatitis-study
"Good" bacteria commonly found in probiotic yoghurts and drinks may
be fatal for people with severe cases of pancreatitis, Dutch
researchers said on Thursday.
-
February 13, 2008
Skin cancer, colon cancer syndrome may be linked
A syndrome that increases the risk of some skin cancers may be a
subset of a syndrome that increases the risk of colon cancer,
report researchers from The Ohio State University, Columbus.
-
International diabetes study contradicts US trial
Early results from the largest study ever of aggressive measures to
control blood sugar in type 2 diabetics has found no sign that
intensive treatment increases the risk of death, an international
team of researchers said on Wednesday.
-
Talk boosts colon cancer screening rates
The most important factor that influences whether or not people
undergo screening for colorectal cancer is a discussion of the
topic with their doctors, new research findings indicate.
-
Vaccine Could Cut Bouts With Stomach Flu
Controlling quickly mutating noroviruses might mean yearly changes
in formula
-
February 12, 2008
Regular aspirin may lower colon cancer risk in men
Men who routinely take aspirin seem to be less likely to develop
colorectal cancer, according to new research findings. However, the
benefit requires the dose of aspirin to be higher than usually
recommended for heart health, and to be taken over at least 6
years.
-
Smoking may raise risk of colon polyps
Cigarette smoking appears to promote the development of polyps in
the colon, especially those that are more likely to progress to
cancer, a research review suggests.
-
February 8, 2008
Staying Dry at Beach May Spare Your Stomach
Longer exposure to water, wet sand boosts gastrointestinal illness
risk, study says
-
February 7, 2008
HIV can be passed to babies in pre-chewed food
The AIDS virus can be passed from an infected mother to her baby if
she pre-chews the child's food as sometimes occurs in developing
countries, U.S. government scientists said on Wednesday.
-
February 5, 2008
Study links marijuana smoking to gum disease
Smoking marijuana, much like smoking tobacco, may increase a
person's risk for gum disease that can lead to tooth loss,
researchers said on Tuesday.
-
Toy Magnets Can be a Very Real Threat
Powerful toy magnets pose almost-fatal attractions when swallowed
by kids, new report shows.
-
February 4, 2008
CORRECTION: Epsom salt can prevent cerebral palsy:
U.S.
Giving a woman an infusion of Epsom salts when she goes into
premature labor can help protect her baby from cerebral palsy, U.S.
researchers reported on Thursday.
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February 1, 2008
Anticoagulant bleeding higher with antidepressants
- increases the risk of serious bleeding, according to findings
from a Dutch study.
-
Osteoporosis common in stomach cancer survivors
A new study confirms there is a high rate of the bone-thinning
disease -- osteoporosis -- in patients who've had their stomach
removed because of cancer.
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Epsom salt can prevent cerebral palsy: U.S. study
Giving a woman an infusion of Epsom salts when she goes into
premature labor can help protect her baby from cerebral palsy, U.S.
researchers reported on Thursday.
-
January 31, 2008
China dumplings spark food scare in Japan
Dozens more people in Japan said on Thursday they fell sick after
eating Chinese-made food, a day after Japanese food companies
recalled pesticide-contaminated dumplings from China that made 10
people sick.
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January 30, 2008
Enzyme may provide treatment for gluten
intolerance
An enzyme has been recently identified that is able to degrade
gluten in a laboratory simulation of the gastrointestinal tract.
-
Periodontal disease associated with kidney disease
Gum disease -- also referred to as periodontal disease -- and the
loss of teeth are nontraditional risk factors that are
independently associated with chronic kidney disease, according to
the results of a new study.
-
January 29, 2008
Mouth burns during tonsillectomy underreported
Burns around the lips and mouth - primarily from the use of a
cauterizing device -- are an underreported complication of
tonsillectomy, and can result in long-term problems, according to a
study reported in the Archives of Otolaryngology and Head and Neck
Surgery.
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Genes affect risk from smoke in CF patients
Any exposure to secondhand smoke reduces lung function in patients
with cystic fibrosis, according to investigators at Johns Hopkins
University School of Medicine. The adverse effects related to this
noxious exposure are magnified by certain gene variants, the team
reports in the Journal of the American Medical Association.
-
January 28, 2008
Caffeine raises blood sugar level in diabetics
Cutting down on caffeine could help people with the most common
form of diabetes better control their blood sugar levels,
researchers said on Monday.
-
January 25, 2008
Painkillers safe for kids after tonsil surgery
Children recovering from having their tonsils and adenoids removed
can be given painkillers like ibuprofen without increasing the risk
of postop bleeding, according to a new study.
-
Scientists find pancreatic stem cells in mice
After most scientists had given up the search, a Belgian team said
on Thursday they found elusive pancreatic stem cells in adult mice,
a finding that could lead to treatments for people with type 1
diabetes.
-
Benefits trump risks of Entereg bowel drug - panel
The benefits of Adolor Corp and GlaxoSmithKline's experimental
bowel drug Entereg outweigh its risks, U.S. regulatory experts said
on Wednesday.
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January 24, 2008
Central IVs risky for severe morning sickness
When a pregnant woman has severe morning sickness, known as
hyperemesis, she may need fluids and medications. However,
intravenous administration via a peripherally inserted central
catheter (PICC) line should probably be avoided, a new study
indicates.
-
U.S. group seeks Botox warning after 16 death
reports
Botox and a similar injection should come with strong warnings
following reports of 16 deaths and other serious problems after the
botulinum toxin spread inside the body, a U.S. consumer group said
on Thursday.
-
January 24, 2008
Sexual problems persist after cervical cancer
Women who beat cervical cancer may continue to have sexual
difficulties and other problems that diminish their quality of
life, a study shows.
-
January 24, 2008
New Colon Cancer Test Might Spot Trouble Earlier
That and other findings reported at symposium on gastrointestinal
cancers
-
Dannon sued over "probiotic" bacteria claims
A proposed class action filed on Wednesday in California accuses
The Dannon Co Inc of mounting a massive false advertising campaign
to convince consumers to pay more for yogurt containing "probiotic"
bacteria because of the products' health benefits.
-
Allergies blamed for some cases of irritable bowel
People with allergies appear to be more likely to have irritable
bowel syndrome (IBS) than do those without allergies, suggesting
that the conditions may be linked in some instance, Chicago-based
researchers report.
-
Battat toy magnet sets recalled in U.S.
About 125,000 magnetic toy building sets made in China and sold by
Battat were recalled because the magnets could fall out and be
swallowed by children, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
said on Wednesday.
-
January 23, 2008
Pig gut implant a lip-plumping option
A new implant derived from pig intestines could offer a
longer-lasting alternative to injections for filling out thin lips,
according to a study published in the Archives of Facial and
Plastic Surgery.
-
Peer coaching helps bring people in for colon test
Coaching from a peer who has been there and done that can help
people go through with a first-time colonoscopy, new research
shows.
-
January 23, 2008
Simple handwashing can reduce diarrhea: studies
Encouraging people to wash their hands properly can reduce the rate
of diarrhea by 30 percent, potentially saving lives, researchers
said on Wednesday.
-
Obesity surgery may offer type 2 diabetes cure
Weight-loss surgery using gastric banding can reverse type 2
diabetes in obese people, Australian researchers report.
-
January 22, 2008
Laser may help reverse gum disease
Laser therapy for severe gum disease may help regenerate the
diseased tissue that normally secures the teeth, a small study
suggests.
-
Brain scans hint at why we overeat
Shedding light on why some people tend to overeat, a small study
suggests that the brain responds differently to a full stomach
depending on a person's weight.
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Health Tip: Follow Instructions on OTC Pain Relievers
Signs that you may have taken too much ibuprofen
-
Nexavar significantly boosts hypertension risk:
study
Bayer AG and Onyx Pharmaceutical Inc.'s key cancer drug Nexavar
significantly raises the risk of high blood pressure, U.S.
researchers said on Tuesday.
-
January 21, 2008
Walking an hour a week cuts colon cancer risk
A large new study confirms that physical activity reduces colon
cancer risk.
-
January 18, 2008
Tonsillectomy boosts quality of life: studies
For children and adults who suffer repeated bouts of tonsillitis,
surgery to remove the tonsils (tonsillectomy) leads to substantial
improvements in quality of life, according to results of two
studies published this month.
-
Naples waste linked to death and disease
Piles of trash building up in Naples have filled the air with a
putrid stench and spoiled the view for tourists, but the city's
waste crisis may also be killing its people.
-
Altered brain response seen with irritable bowel
New research suggests that women with irritable bowel syndrome have
a different brain response to anticipated pain compared with other
women.
-
Elderly fare poorly with high-risk cancer surgery
Patients who are 80 or older are much more likely to have a poor
outcome after high-risk cancer operations, such as removal of the
esophagus or pancreas, than has previously been reported, according
to a study by researchers with the University of Michigan
Healthcare System.
-
January 17, 2008
Undernutrition behind one third of child deaths
Undernutrition causes more than one third of child deaths
worldwide, but simple programs like promoting breast-feeding and
providing supplements could keep some of those children alive,
experts said on Thursday.
-
January 15, 2008
Many children outgrow egg allergy
Most children seem to outgrow allergies to eggs, but it may take
longer than past research has suggested, according to a new study.
-
Mitchell testifies on steroids in U.S. baseball
Former Sen. George Mitchell told a U.S. congressional committee on
Tuesday that everyone in Major League Baseball must crack down on
the use of steroids to remove the "cloud" that
performance-enhancing drugs had created over the sport.
-
Drug-resistant staph found to be passed in gay sex
A drug-resistant strain of potentially deadly bacteria has moved
beyond the borders of U.S. hospitals and is being transmitted among
gay men during sex, researchers said on Monday.
-
January 14, 2008
Schering says hepatitis drug matches Roche drug
The world's leading treatments for hepatitis C were similarly
effective in the first large trial pitting them against each other,
Schering-Plough Corp said on Monday.
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Japan to compensate patients in hepatitis scandal
Japan passed a law on Friday to compensate patients who contracted
hepatitis C through tainted blood products, as Prime Minister Yasuo
Fukuda apologised again for the government's role in the scandal.
-
January 11, 2008
China warns of holes in anti-hepatitis fight
Too many people in China are still not being inoculated against
hepatitis B and the disease is having a devastating economic
impact, the Health Ministry said on Friday.
-
Too much sugar-free gum linked to bowel problems
Consuming too much sorbitol, a sweetener widely used in
"sugar-free" chewing gum and sweets, can cause serious bowel
problems, German doctors said on Friday.
-
January 10, 2008
Too Much Sugar-Free Gum Linked to Severe Weight Loss
2 cases in Germany cite diarrhea due to the sweetener sorbitol
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US diabetes care may be improving "dramatically"
Americans with diabetes are doing a better job of keeping their
blood glucose under control, a new analysis shows.
-
Low glucose most likely in early diabetic
pregnancy
Among pregnant women with type 1 diabetes, the incidence of mild or
severe declines in blood glucose (hypoglycemia) is highest in early
pregnancy, and metabolic control tends to be tighter in the last
part of pregnancy, according to results of a study published in the
journal Diabetes Care.
-
New breast cancer screening test will use saliva
Scientists in the United States are developing a screening test for
breast cancer that checks a woman's saliva for evidence of the
disease to help find tumors early, when they are most treatable.
-
January 9, 2008
Women With IBS Unable to Switch Off Pain Response
Finding could improve understanding of irritable bowel syndrome and
lead to new treatments
-
January 8, 2008
Anti-cholesterol drugs may reduce cancer risk
In a large study of U.S. veterans, the use of a commonly prescribed
class cholesterol-lowering drugs called "statins," which include
drugs such as Lipitor, reduced the cancer rate by about 25 percent.
-
Drugs affect mortality risk in Crohn's disease
The medications a person takes to combat Crohn's influences their
risk of death, according to findings in the journal
Gastroenterology.
-
January 7, 2008
Bereaved US family campaigns for Edwards
A family who says its daughter died because a health insurance
company refused to pay for an operation campaigned with Democrat
John Edwards on Sunday, reinforcing his election message that
corporate greed is hurting Americans.
-
January 4, 2008
Colonoscopy prep agents safe for kidneys
Two oral solutions that are commonly used to prepare the bowels for
colonoscopy are unlikely to harm the kidneys, new research
suggests.
-
January 3, 2008
Stomach Flu Spread By Contaminated Computer Keyboards
Norovirus can live on surfaces for several days, experts say
-
Winter vomiting bug sweeps through Britain
Hundreds of thousands of Britons have been struck down by a highly
infectious stomach bug that swept the country during the holiday
period, doctors said on Thursday.
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January 2, 2008
U.S. colon cancer risk traced to common ancestor
A married couple who sailed to America from England around 1630 are
the reason why thousands of people in the United States are at
higher risk of a hereditary form of colon cancer, researchers said
on Wednesday.
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December 31, 2007
Gel drink could help with weight loss: study
An experimental beverage that turns to gel in the stomach could
help some obese and overweight women cut down on their food intake.
-
December 31, 2007
US says Guantanamo prisoner dies of cancer
An Afghan detainee has died from cancer at the prison camp at the
U.S. naval base in Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, authorities said on
Sunday.
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December 28, 2007
Holiday Travel, Bad Eating Habits a Recipe for Stomach Trouble
Give your jet-lagged gut time to recover, expert advises
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December 27, 2007
Guidelines aim to keep diabetic athletes healthy
Athletes with diabetes should be sure to have a game plan to manage
blood-sugar highs and lows, according to new guidelines.
-
December 26, 2007
Japan PM apologises to hepatitis patients
Japan's prime minister met and apologised on Tuesday to hepatitis
patients at the centre of a high-profile scandal over tainted blood
products as he tried to quell a row that risks further eroding his
support ratings.
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December 25, 2007
Liver enzyme elevation generally benign in
children
It appears that isolated elevation of liver enzymes is generally
benign and need not be a cause for immediate action or concern in
most young children, according to Israeli researchers.
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December 24, 2007
Japan PM says wants to help all hepatitis patients
Japan's prime minister said on Sunday his party will draft
legislation aimed at helping thousands of hepatitis patients, the
latest development in a high-profile scandal that has drawn voter
anger.
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Constipation as cause of stomach pain overlooked
Parents and doctors may overlook constipation as the cause of acute
stomach pain in children, but constipation may account for most of
the abdominal pain among kids, a study shows.
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December 21, 2007
Allergies may protect against pancreatic cancer
Having a history of allergies or hay fever may offer protection
from deadly pancreatic cancer, according to a study appearing in
the International Journal of Cancer.
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Relatives of colon cancer patients need screening
Even with the offer of a free colonoscopy, close relatives of
patients with colorectal cancer are apparently reluctant to undergo
screening, Spanish researchers report.
-
Female hormones may affect risk of stomach cancer
Women who have been fertile for a higher than average number of
years, which occurs when menstruation begins early and menopause
begins late, seem to be protected to some degree against developing
stomach, or "gastric" cancer, according to a report in the journal
Gut.
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December 20, 2007
Discontinued drug helps severe ulcerative colitis
A genetically engineered drug can help close to half of patients
with painful ulcerative colitis, U.S. researchers reported on
Wednesday.
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High-dairy in childhood linked with cancer risk
Children who consume high levels of diary products may have a
greater risk of developing colorectal cancer in adulthood, study
findings suggest.
-
Cancer risk varies in patients with schizophrenia
Compared with the general population, patients with schizophrenia
appear to have an elevated risk of colon cancer and a lower risk of
respiratory cancer, according to a report in the Archives of
General Psychiatry.
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December 18, 2007
Weight loss may slow atherosclerosis in diabetics
In addition to reducing cholesterol and other known cardiac risk
factors, new study findings suggest that controlling one's weight
will help slow the build up of calcium on the walls of the coronary
arteries and retard the progression of atherosclerosis.
-
Crohn's disease different in boys than in girls
Crohn's disease tends to be more severe in girls than in boys, but
boys with the disorder are more prone to stunted growth, new
research suggests.
-
December 15, 2007
Fluoride in tap water may help older teeth too
The added fluoride in many Americans' drinking water may be
protecting older adults' teeth from decay, a study suggests.
-
Cancer risk low with annual CT for cystic fibrosis
In patients with the lung disease cystic fibrosis, the cumulative
risk of radiation-induced cancer resulting from routine annual lung
computed tomography (CT) is "quite small" -- less than 0.5 percent,
a study shows. However, the lack of documented benefit of routine
CT scans makes its use questionable, the researchers say.
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Mouth-to-mouth not necessary for effective CPR
A simpler version of cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR)
administered outside the hospital by bystanders - one that uses
chest compressions without mouth-to-mouth resuscitation -- may be
just as effective as standard CPR, which includes mouth-to-mouth
resuscitation and chest compressions.
-
December 14, 2007
New Cancer Drug Tied to Heart Problems
Sutent linked to hypertension, heart events in patients battling
stomach cancer
-
December 12, 2007
Bile acid may improve hepatitis C therapy response
A bile acid - called ursodeoxycholic acid -- may improve response
to treatment in patients with chronic hepatitis C virus (HCV) who
don't respond to standard therapy with interferon and ribavirin,
Japanese researchers report in the medical journal Gut.
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High blood sugar raises risk of polyp recurrence
People found to have elevated insulin or blood sugar levels at the
time of colonoscopy to remove polyps face an increased risk of
developing recurrent polyps, including advanced polyps -- the type
with a high likelihood of progressing to cancer, research shows.
-
U.S. FDA finds no heart impact of Prilosec, Nexium
U.S. regulators gave a clean bill of health to AstraZeneca Plc's
Prilosec and Nexium Monday, saying they found no evidence of an
increased risk of heart problems from the popular heartburn drugs.
-
December 11, 2007
FDA Confirms No Heart Risk From Heartburn Drugs
Preliminary studies had suggested possible problems with Prilosec
and Nexium
-
December 9, 2007
Green tea may protect against colon cancer
An extract of green tea wards off colorectal cancer, animal
experiments show.
-
Anti-alcohol drug safe in cases of liver cirrhosis
The muscle-relaxing drug baclofen safely and effectively keeps
alcoholics with alcohol-damaged livers away from alcohol, according
to a study published in the current issue of The Lancet.
-
December 7, 2007
Black raspberries may prevent cancer of esophagus
People with chronic irritation of the esophagus caused by the
backup of stomach acid - a condition known as Barrett's esophagus
-- may benefit from incorporating black raspberries into their
diet, suggest research findings reported today during the Sixth
Annual International Conference on Frontiers in Cancer Prevention,
sponsored by the American Association for Cancer Research.
-
FDA update on AstraZeneca heartburn drugs expected
U.S. regulators are likely to update the public within days about
any potential heart risks of AstraZeneca Plc's stomach-acid drugs,
which are taken by more than 1 billion people worldwide.
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Eating disorders common in diabetic girls
There is a high prevalence of disturbed eating behavior and eating
disorders among girls with type 1 diabetes, according to Canadian
researchers. They also found that eating disturbances in these
patients start young and are likely to persist over time.
-
Urban Americans diagnosed with cancer later
Americans living in urban areas tend to be diagnosed with colon and
lung cancer later than rural residents are, according to a new
study.
-
December 6, 2007
Glucose levels vary in pregnancy by diabetes type
In the first study to use continuous monitoring throughout
pregnancy to examine changes in glucose levels, researchers found
that levels of glycemic control differ significantly between women
with type 1 diabetes and those with type 2.
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December 4, 2007
Glucosamine not likely to raise "good" cholesterol
Glucosamine at commonly taken doses does not increase HDL ("good")
cholesterol in people with diabetes, researchers have found.
-
Peanut allergies strike earlier, study says
Allergies to peanuts and other foods are showing up in children at
younger ages for reasons that are not clear, researchers said on
Monday, and some urged parents to postpone exposing susceptible
children to peanuts.
-
Hepatitis B vaccination not tied to MS in children
Vaccinating against hepatitis B virus (HBV) does not increase a
child's risk of developing multiple sclerosis (MS), according to a
study released Monday.
-
December 1, 2007
Kids with CF benefit from ibuprofen therapy
Treatment with ibuprofen can slow the drop in lung function that
occurs in children with cystic fibrosis (CF), according to group of
researchers from Ohio.
-
Family ties raise risk of diabetes complications
The risk that a person with diabetes will develop "microvascular"
complications of the disease such as eye, nerve, and kidney damage
-- as many diabetics do -- appears to be higher in certain families
and in women in general, new research suggests.
-
November 30, 2007
Corn syrup may not boost appetite, food intake
Though some have blamed the U.S. obesity problem on the corn syrup
ubiquitous in processed foods, a new study casts some doubt on this
idea.
-
Colon cancer survival varies by race and ethnicity
Survival rates for people with colorectal cancer are different in
various racial and ethnic groups, with blacks faring worse than
other groups, according to a report by US researchers.
-
November 28, 2007
Prostate cancer therapy often not best for patient
Different approaches to treating early prostate cancer have
different side effects, but this is not always taken into
consideration, it seems. A study shows that more than a third of
prostate cancer patients receive treatment that is not the most
suitable, based on the problems they already have before treatment.
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November 27, 2007
Bleeding from mouth or nose may signal child abuse
Bleeding from the mouth and nose is rare during the first 2 years
of life and it is most often associated with injury or serious
illness. It may also be a sign of physical abuse, according to
investigators in Scotland.
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November 24, 2007
Cyclical vomiting transient in most kids: study
Parents of cyclical vomiters rest assured: Results of a study
suggest that cyclical vomiting in children resolves in most cases,
often soon after a formal diagnosis has been made, although other
somatic symptoms -- that is, physical symptoms believed to be
caused by psychological stress -- may persist.
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Glaxo rotavirus vaccine highly effective: study
GlaxoSmithKline Plc's Rotarix vaccine given along with other
routine infant shots is highly effective at protecting against
rotavirus, the most common cause of severe diarrhoea in young
children, researchers said on Friday.
-
Unnecessary appendectomy risky in pregnant women
Unnecessary surgery to remove a normal appendix during pregnancy
increases the risk that mom-to-be will lose her baby or that she
will deliver early, research indicates.
-
Fiber, whole grains may cut pancreatic cancer risk
Eating more whole grain and fiber-rich food may lower the risk of
pancreatic cancer by about 40 percent, study findings suggest.
-
Fatty acids may enhance obesity treatment
Oleic acid empties from the stomach more slowly and suppresses
appetite more potently than macadamia oil, results of a study
suggest. Oleic acid also stimulates specific gastrointestinal
hormones known to send fullness signals.
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November 23, 2007
Reflux unlikely to worsen as pregnancy progresses
A study by Spanish doctors indicates that heartburn and other
symptoms of acid reflux appear to remain stable across the three
trimesters of pregnancy, rather than increasing as pregnancy
progresses.
-
Milk thistle slows liver cancer cell growth
Milk thistle, a popular folk remedy for liver disease, may also
help prevent liver cancer, laboratory research suggests.
-
Continuous blood sugar monitoring can work in kids
Use of a monitor that continuously measures body sugar levels is
feasible and acceptable for children with insulin-dependent
diabetes and their parents, and improves blood sugar control,
according to results of a new study.
-
Lung transplant rarely prolongs life in CF
Lung transplantation in children with cystic fibrosis (CF) is not
likely to prolong life and may do more harm than good, according to
a look back at essentially the entire U.S. pediatric experience
with lung transplantation for cystic fibrosis for the period 1992
through 2002.
-
Transition from polyp to cancer age-dependent
Men and women with advanced colorectal polyps have a similar risk
of progressing to colorectal cancer (CRC) and the risk increases
with age in both sexes, according to a study conducted in Germany.
-
November 22, 2007
Cigarette smoking linked with rectal cancer risk
Women who smoke appear to have nearly twice the risk of developing
rectal cancer compared with women who never smoked cigarettes,
which supports the accumulating evidence of this relationship,
researchers report.
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Liver transplant outcomes better in UK than in US
Although patients who undergo liver transplants in the US have
better a 90-day survival, many of those who undergo the procedure
in the UK and Ireland seem to do better after the first year, UK
researchers report in the November issue of Gut.
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November 21, 2007
Removing tonsils may not be best for kids: study
Removing the tonsils of children with mild or moderate throat
infections is more expensive and has fewer health benefits than
simply watching and waiting, Dutch researchers said on Monday.
-
November 20, 2007
Mystery solved by celiac diagnosis
Two years ago, Shauna James Ahern's doctor told her she had a
chronic disease. The author felt something unusual for someone who
would soon have to completely alter her eating habits. She felt
liberated.
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Hypnosis may calm kids' irritable bowels
Gut-directed hypnotherapy is "highly effective" for children with
long-standing abdominal pain or irritable bowel syndrome (known as
IBS), researchers have found.
-
Ill-Fitting Shoes a Danger to Diabetics
Over time, they boost risk for ulcers and even amputation,
researchers say
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November 14, 2007
Diabetes type 1 risk not increased by
tonsillectomy
The removal of the tonsils and adenoids, common surgical procedures
in childhood, does not alter the risk of childhood-onset type 1
diabetes, according to findings published in the medical journal
Diabetes Care.
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November 10, 2007
Salmonella outbreak due to raw milk consumption
Consumption of raw milk or cheese made from raw milk caused an
outbreak of Salmonella that occurred earlier this year in
Pennsylvania, health investigators reported Thursday.
-
On-the-job lead exposure tied to stomach cancer
Men exposed to certain forms of lead at work may face an elevated
risk of stomach cancer, a new study suggests.
-
Vioxx Settlement Puts Painkillers Back in the Spotlight
Cox-2 inhibitors not so bad if used wisely and in the right
patients, experts say
-
Health Tip: When a Stomachache Requires Medical Attention
When to head for the hospital
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November 9, 2007
Put down that fork: Being fat is still unhealthy
Being overweight may not kill you, but it could lead to obesity,
U.S. health experts cautioned on Wednesday in response to research
suggesting that being a bit heavy does not raise the risk of death.
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About 1,000 sick in Vietnam diarrhea epidemic
More than 1,000 people are sick with diarrhea in northern Vietnam,
but government officials said on Thursday cholera had not been
confirmed.
-
Vioxx Ban Tied to Rise in Serious GI Trouble
Without such stomach-shielding drugs, patient health has suffered,
researchers say
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Health Tip: Kids Get Indigestion, Too
Here's how to help prevent it
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November 8, 2007
Colonoscopy can predict advanced tumors
Colonoscopy is recommended as a screening test for colon cancer and
now new research shows that it is useful in predicting the
development of advanced tumors. This information may help doctors
determine how often follow-up colonoscopy should be performed.
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November 7, 2007
Late diagnosis increases risk in diabetic children
The risk of dying among patients with childhood-onset diabetes is
highest for those diagnosed "at the threshold of adulthood,"
according to study findings published in Diabetes Care.
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Soy-derived supplement may help treat colitis
Treatment with a diet supplement found in soy lecithin may help
patients with chronic ulcerative colitis reduce their dependence on
corticosteroids, according to a report in the Annals of Internal
Medicine.
-
November 6, 2007
Cargill recalls 1 mln pounds ground beef in U.S.
Agricultural giant Cargill Inc said on Saturday it was recalling
more than 1 million pounds of ground beef distributed in the United
States because of possible E. coli contamination.
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Gilead hepatitis drug may damage heart
Gilead Sciences Inc said on Sunday an experimental hepatitis C
treatment in very early stages of development showed encouraging
antiviral activity, but a signal of a potential heart problem could
put the drug on hold.
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Drugs overused for infants with regurgitation
Many infants with regurgitation, but without any other symptoms of
gastroesophageal reflux, are being prescribed antireflux
medications unnecessarily, physicians in New Orleans report in the
journal Pediatrics.
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U.S. to boost testing of imported Canada meat
Meat and poultry products being imported from Canada will be
subjected to increased testing and inspection after an outbreak of
E. coli in several U.S. states traced to beef from a Canadian
company, the U.S. Agriculture Department said on Saturday.
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Anti-Reflux Drugs May Be Overprescribed in Infants
As many as four in five treated babies didn't have excess stomach
acid, study finds
-
November 3, 2007
Diabetes "coach" may help diabetic teenagers
A "personal trainer" can enhance an adolescent's motivation and
capability of managing diabetes, according to a randomized trial
sponsored by the National Institutes of Health.
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Protein may be key to gestational diabetes
A protein in the pancreas of mice may offer insight into the
mechanism behind gestational diabetes, a condition that affects
about 4 percent of all pregnant women, researchers said on
Thursday.
-
November 2, 2007
India aims to end open-air defecation by 2012
India aims to eradicate open-air defecation by 2012 by building
toilets for hundreds of millions of its poor and homeless, well
ahead of a global deadline to do so, a government minister said.
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At the moment, Vitamin D may fight cancer
- As winter gets closer, the days get shorter -- and along with a
shortage of light, many North Americans may also find themselves
short of vitamin D, a potential cancer fighter.
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Heart disease declines among U.S. diabetics
From 1997 to 2005, the percentage of U.S. diabetics, 35 years of
age or older, with self-reported heart disease decreased by 11
percent, according to findings released Thursday in the Morbidity
and Mortality Weekly Report.
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November 1, 2007
Link between obesity and cancer stressed by report
Keeping slim is one of the best ways of preventing cancer, as is
avoiding excessive amounts of red meat and wine, a landmark study
has revealed.
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Risk factors for diabetic kidney disease
identified
High blood pressure and high lipid levels, as well as longer
disease duration, elevated glucose (sugar) levels, and male gender,
are all significant risk factors for kidney disease in patients
with type 1 diabetes, according to a report in the current issue of
Diabetes Care.
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Chemo Drug Improves Stomach Cancer Survival for Japanese Patients
Researchers aren't sure if drug would have same benefit for
Caucasians
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October 30, 2007
Risk of GI bleeding increased by drug combo
A drug from the class of antidepressants called selective serotonin
reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs), such as Prozac, Zoloft or Paxil, added
to a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), such as Motrin,
Aspirin or Celebrex, can interact to increase the risk of upper
gastrointestinal bleeding, according to a report in current issue
of Alimentary Pharmacology and Therapeutics.
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October 28, 2007
Hepatitis scandal sparks anger at Japan government
Eriko Fukuda was an active young woman of 20 when she was told she
had contracted potentially deadly hepatitis C after being treated
with a tainted blood product as an infant and needed costly and
grueling treatment.
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October 26, 2007
Effects of diet supplements on allergies uncertain
A review of studies examining the usefulness of diet supplements -
prebiotics and probiotics -- in preventing the development of
allergic disease and food hypersensitivity in high-risk infants
found insufficient evidence to support the routine use of these
supplements. However, there was some evidence suggesting that
prebiotics added to infant formula may lower the risk of eczema.
-
Florida firm recalls ground beef over E. coli fear
A Florida company recalled 8,200 pounds of frozen ground beef
because the meat may be contaminated with the debilitating E. coli
bacteria, the government's Food Safety and Inspection Service said
Thursday.
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Surgery usually improves sleep apnea
A surgical procedure virtually resolves obstructive sleep apnea in
about one third of patients and reduces the need for continuous
positive airway pressure (CPAP) in others.
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October 24, 2007
Tonsil removal reduces harmful bacteria
In kids with repeat throat infections, removal of the tonsils and
adenoids, an operation known as adenotonsillectomy, can reduce
levels of potentially harmful bacteria growing in the back of the
throat, new research shows. Still, this may not mean a reduction in
future throat infections.
-
Lasting complications rare after gastric bypass
Gastric bypass surgery has become a popular treatment for severe
obesity, but the long-term risks have been unclear. Now, new
research suggests that while nearly one in five patients will
experience a complication after the surgery, the most problems are
easily treated and do not cause permanent disability.
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Food safety rules tightened after E. coli recall
U.S. food safety inspectors said Tuesday they will expand tests and
recall infected meat more rapidly to combat E. coli contamination
of meat products after the largest American manufacturer of
hamburger patties went out of business this month.
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Tonsillectomy can improve kids' sleep, behavior
Children with sleep disordered breathing who undergo
adenotonsillectomy - surgical removal of the tonsils and adenoids
-- may not only start sleeping better, but may also show
improvements in behavior, the results of a new study suggests.
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October 22, 2007
Appendix may be safe haven for "good" bacteria
Contrary to conventional wisdom, the appendix may not be useless
after all. New research suggests that the structure helps
beneficial bacteria survive and repopulate the colon after these
organisms become depleted as a result of an infection or drug
treatment.
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October 19, 2007
Routine use of enema during labor discouraged
The use of an enema during labor does not reduce the rate of wound
infections in the mother or infections in the infant, and also does
not appear to result in a better labor experience for the mother,
the findings from a new study review indicate.
-
October 19, 2007
Video 'Pill' Spots Hidden Crohn's Disease
A tiny capsule takes pictures of the intestine, experts explain
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C. difficile carriers implicated in outbreak
A study shows that individuals can harbor the bacterium,
Clostridium difficile, but may not become ill. However, these
carriers frequently shed virus onto their skin and into the
environment and, as a result, may contribute significantly to
disease transmission.
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Cheap drug could save lives in poor nations:
report
Magnesium sulphate, a cheap drug that prevents a deadly
complication of pregnancy, could save the lives of tens of
thousands of women in poor countries each year, a health group said
in a report on Thursday.
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Vaccine after hepatitis A exposure prevents
illness
The findings from a new study show that after exposure to hepatitis
A virus, the vaccine offers protection that is comparable to that
of immune globulin, which is known to be highly effective in
preventing hepatitis A.
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October 18, 2007
Data on new hepatitis C drug promising: Schering
The results of mid-stage study involving its experimental hepatitis
boceprevir appear, Schering-Plough Corp reported Thursday.
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Obese often return to full-time work after surgery
After undergoing gastric bypass surgery to treat extreme obesity,
also known as "morbid" obesity, roughly one third of patients who
were medically disabled and on Medicaid can return to full-time
work, according to a report in the Archives of Surgery. The
likelihood appears to be greatest among patients with
obesity-related conditions that resolve after treatment.
-
Study Reveals E.Coli's Grip on Gut
Finding might aid illness prevention, treatment, researchers say
-
Chronic Reflux Often Leads to Sleepless Nights
Almost half of sufferers are kept awake by a variety of symptoms,
survey found
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Reflux Can Precipitate Chest Pain, Cough
These symptoms should be checked out by a physician, experts say
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Kids with chronic hepatitis B generally do well
Chronic hepatitis B, a viral infection of the liver, causes little
or no symptoms in children and typically follows a benign course
over the long term, according to a report in Clinical Infectious
Diseases.
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Tooth loss may predict later-life dementia: study
To keep dementia at bay, take care of your teeth. That seems to be
the message of a new study in which researchers found a possible
link between tooth loss or having very few teeth -- one to nine, to
be exact -- and the development of dementia later in life.
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Forget the bloody mary, just give me the blood
A Hong Kong man who knocked back two vials of blood after a
drinking binge has been jailed for two months, a newspaper reported
Tuesday.
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October 17, 2007
Company denies new diabetes drug causes
pancreatitis
No increased risk of acute pancreatitis has been observed so far in
clinical trials of the diabetes type 2 drug liraglutide, which is
in late-stage clinical trials, Denmark's Novo Nordisk, the world's
biggest maker of insulin, said on Wednesday.
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Two mumps vaccinations better than one
During outbreaks of mumps, vaccine effectiveness is better when two
mumps vaccinations are given rather than one, according to findings
published in the current journal Pediatrics.
-
Surgeons Remove Gallbladder Through Vagina
Procedure leaves no scars and reduces pain, but not all doctors
endorse it.
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Weight loss helpful before gastric bypass
People undergoing gastric bypass surgery for obesity can
significantly reduce the length of their hospital stay if they lose
5 percent to 10 percent of their excess body weight before the
procedure. In addition, the amount of weight they shed subsequently
is likely to be greater, new research shows.
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October 16, 2007
US FDA - Amylin drug suspected in pancreatitis
cases
Amylin Pharmaceuticals Inc's and Eli Lilly and Co's diabetes drug
Byetta may be linked to cases of acute pancreatitis in some
patients, U.S. health officials said in an alert issued on Tuesday.
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Chronic GI Troubles Keep Workers Off the Job
They lose one day a week on average, study finds
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Raw Seafood Poses Digestive Risks
Symptoms of infection include diarrhea, cramping and vomiting,
researchers say
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October 15, 2007
Heart deaths, suicides up after weightloss surgery
Among people who have undergone so-called bariatric surgery for
obesity, death rates are higher than seen among other people of the
same age, new research shows. In particular, deaths due to suicide
and coronary heart disease are higher than might be expected
normally.
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Obesity linked to risk of colon cancer in women
Obesity is an important risk factor for colorectal cancer in women,
perhaps more important than smoking, according to research
presented this week in Philadelphia.
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Many Patients Don't Report Use of OTC Pain Drugs
Aspirin, ibuprofen and similar medicines pose big stomach risks,
study notes.
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Old virus causing new disease in United States
A strain of virus best known for causing colds and "stomach flu" is
becoming more common and more dangerous, U.S. researchers report.
-
October 12, 2007
US FDA chief visits China to talk import safety
The head of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, in China meeting
with safety officials, said on Friday talks are progressing toward
an agreement to boost the safety of food and drug imports.
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Last Updated: 2007-10-12 12:12:26 -0400 (Reuters
Health)
A Welsh water company has been fined 15,000 pounds and told to pay
70,000 pounds ($142,800) of costs for supplying water that gave 231
people diarrhoea.
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Dutch to ban "magic" mushrooms for health reasons
The Dutch government wants to ban the sale of hallucinogenic
"magic" mushrooms after a growing number of incidents with at least
one reported death, the Health Ministry said on Friday. "It is
unpredictable what will happen when you take magic mushrooms," a
Health Ministry spokeswoman said.
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Antidepressants Boost GI Bleeding Risk
And the danger rises if the drugs are used with certain
painkillers, study finds
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October 11, 2007
Lettuce's Roots Lure Salmonella
A sugar-like substance attracts the dangerous pathogen, scientists
say.
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October 10, 2007
High glycemic index diet boosts fatty liver risk
People who eat lots of high glycemic index (GI) foods not only risk
gaining weight, they also run a greater risk of developing a
condition that can lead to liver failure and death, finds a new
study in mice. The condition is known as non-alcoholic fatty liver
disease (NAFLD).
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October 8, 2007
Type of alcohol linked with cleft palate risk in
infant
A new study suggests that the association between alcohol
consumption near the time of conception and the risk of cleft lip
or palate may be influenced by the type of alcohol consumed, and by
whether or not a woman is taking folic acid.
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October 5, 2007
Mouse Study Gives Clues to Colitis
A key immune deficiency can spur the disease, researchers say
-
October 4, 2007
CDC suspects 29 E. coli cases linked to Topps beef
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said 29 cases
of E. coli infection are suspected to be linked to the 21.7 million
pounds of recalled ground beef products from Topps Meat Company
LLC.
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Canada pulls Novartis's drug on hepatitis fears
Canada said on Thursday it has stopped the sale of Novartis
Pharmaceuticals Canada Inc's anti-inflammatory drug Prexige
(lumiracoxib) and will cancel its market authorization due to the
risk of serious liver-related effects, mainly hepatitis.
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Control of diabetes may prevent infertility
A Swedish study indicates that the fertility of women with type 1
diabetes was reduced prior to 1985, but since then is its begun to
normalize, if diabetic complications were avoided.
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October 3, 2007
High white cell count may predict cancer: study
Postmenopausal women with elevated white blood cell (WBC) counts
appear to be at increased risk of developing certain types of
cancer, including breast, colorectal, endometrial, and lung
cancers, a new study shows. Higher WBC counts also raise the risk
of dying from cancer, according to the study.
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Light exercise may be good for Crohn's disease
Light exercise such as walking may be helpful for some people with
the digestive disorder Crohn's disease, a study has found.
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Doctors acquitted in Canada tainted-blood trial
Three former Canadian health officials and a U.S. pharmaceutical
company were acquitted of criminal charges on Monday following a
tainted-blood scandal in which thousands of Canadians contracted
HIV and hepatitis C from blood transfusions.
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October 2, 2007
Sugar level affects behavior of diabetic children
In children with type 1 diabetes, high blood glucose (sugar) levels
are associated with an increase in externalizing behaviors, such as
aggression, delinquency, and hyperactivity, the results of a study
published in a recent issue of Diabetes Care indicate.
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Not all types of fat are harmful
While it has long been held that too much fat in the liver may
result in diabetes, researchers appear to have discovered that not
all types of fat are harmful.
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Active Crohn's in pregnancy ups preterm birth risk
Among women with Crohn's disease, having active disease during
pregnancy raises the risk of preterm birth, according to a study.
Crohn's disease is a debilitating inflammation in the digestive
tract that often affects women of childbearing age. The cause of
the disease remains unclear.
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Vertex hep C drug shows real promise, limitations
A closely watched hepatitis C drug being developed by Vertex
Pharmaceuticals Inc continues to promise improvement over current
treatments, according to analysts who have viewed brief summaries
of data from highly anticipated clinical trials.
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October 1, 2007
Breastfeeding doesn't increase kids' cavity risk
A new study has found no link between breastfeeding and tooth decay
in very young children.
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September 28, 2007
Skin changes an ominous sign in dialysis patients
Roughly 13 percent of patients with kidney failure develop the skin
changes of a potentially fatal disease called nephrogenic systemic
fibrosis, or NSF, new research suggests, and this condition triples
the risk of death at 2 years.
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Imbalanced diet tied to Crohn's disease in kids
Research hints that children who don't get the right balance of
fatty acids, vegetables and fruits may be at increased risk of
developing Crohn's disease -- a debilitating inflammation in the
digestive tract, the cause of which remains unclear.
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September 27, 2007
Scientists Map Intestinal Bug's Genome
Giardia is leading cause of parasitic infections in U.S.
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September 26, 2007
New Jersey firm recalls beef due to E. coli
New Jersey-based meat processor Topps Meat Company LLC is
voluntarily recalling 331,582 pounds (150 metric tons) of frozen
ground beef products that may be contaminated with the potentially
deadly E. coli bacteria, the U.S. Department of Agriculture said on
Tuesday.
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September 25, 2007
Heart disease, colon cancer linked in study
Patients showing signs of heart disease are at nearly double the
risk of also having colon cancer, perhaps because unhealthy habits
and inflammation are at the root of both, researchers said on
Tuesday.
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Omega-3's may lower type 1 diabetes risk
Among children who are genetically predisposed to develop type 1
diabetes, dietary consumption of omega-3 fatty acids appears to
reduce the risk of becoming diabetic, according to new research
findings.
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Incisionless surgery revises stomach bypass
When weight loss stalls or other problems arise years after gastric
bypass, the surgery can be successfully revised with an
incisionless, from-the-inside approach, researchers from Ohio State
University in Columbus report.
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Gene test backs focused use of Amgen's Vectibix
New research showing Amgen Inc's colon cancer drug Vectibix only
benefits a sub-group of patients may result in more focused use of
such therapies for the disease in future, researchers said on
Tuesday.
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Roche says Xeloda improves colon cancer survival
Data showed that Roche Holding AG's Xeloda was as effective in
adjuvant treatment of Dukes' C colon cancer as the current standard
treatment, the Swiss pharmaceutical company said on Tuesday.
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New test makes bird flu detection easier, cheaper
A multinational team of researchers has developed a system that can
detect the bird flu virus on a throat swab specimen in less than 30
minutes.
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September 24, 2007
Roche says Avastin effective in colorectal cancer
New clinical data showed Avastin improved the chances of a removal
of metastatic lesions in patients with colorectal cancer, Swiss
drug maker Roche Holding said on Monday.
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No Link Between Anti-Nausea Drug, Heart Trouble
Current warning for droperidol unwarranted, study suggests.
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September 21, 2007
Chronic fatigue linked with enterovirus infection
Some patients with chronic fatigue syndrome appear to have a
chronic enteroviral infection that can be detected by a stomach
biopsy, according to a report in the current Online First issue of
the Journal of Clinical Pathology.
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Dodgy buns put 260 Chinese children in hospital
An outbreak of food poisoning has put 260 kindergarten children in
hospital in China, the offending meal most likely a breakfast of
buns and porridge, Xinhua news agency said on Friday.
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September 20, 2007
Racial differences seen in severity of cirrhosis
African Americans and Hispanics with primary biliary cirrhosis -- a
rare form of cirrhosis characterized by the destruction of small
bile ducts in the liver -- often present with more severe disease
than their Caucasian counterparts, results of a study suggest.
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Diabetes may raise risk of death from pneumonia
People with type 2 diabetes or elevated blood sugar are at
increased risk of dying after being hospitalized for pneumonia, a
new study hints.
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September 19, 2007
Large waistline ups risk of Barrett's esophagus
Excessive abdominal fat appears to significantly increase the risk
of Barrett's esophagus, a condition in which cells that line the
esophagus become abnormal, which may progress to esophageal cancer,
a study shows.
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Health Tip: Risk Factors for Gallstones
Including being overweight or having a family history
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September 18, 2007
Gestational diabetes ups obesity risk in offspring
Children born to mothers who developed diabetes during pregnancy
are more likely to be overweight or obese than their peers,
according to a new study.
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Tooth loss in elderly linked to mental impairment
Older people who have lost their teeth are at more than three-fold
greater risk of memory problems and dementia, UK researchers
report.
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Insulin pen a cost-saving alternative to syringes
For patients with type 2 diabetes who have reached the point where
they need to start insulin injections, using a pre-loaded insulin
pen could save money overall, according to results of a new study.
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U.S. FDA clears test for sensitivity to warfarin
A genetic test to help identify patients at risk of excessive
bleeding from the commonly used blood thinner warfarin won approval
for sale in the United States, health regulators said on Monday.
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September 17, 2007
Surgeons remove gallbladder through vagina
French surgeons have successfully removed a woman's gall bladder
through her vagina, leaving her completely scar-free, according to
an expedited report published in the Archives of Surgery.
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Less pain, bleeding with newer tonsil surgery
People who have their tonsils removed using an "intracapsular"
technique -- which removes at least 90 percent of tonsil tissue,
but spares the tonsil capsule -- seem to experience less bleeding
and pain after surgery compared with those who have their tonsils
out using the traditional tonsil removal surgery, new research
suggests.
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Statins don't curb colon cancer risk: study
Statin heart drugs do not appear to lower the risk of colorectal
cancer, new research shows.
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September 15, 2007
Don't Ignore Tough or Long-Term Stomach Pain
It could point to serious underlying health trouble, experts say.
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September 14, 2007
UPDATE: Carb-reliant people show better starch
digestion
People living in societies that rely heavily on starch for
nutrition have evolved to digest these foods more effectively, new
research suggests.
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September 13, 2007
Carb-reliant people show better starch digestion
People living in societies that rely heavily on starch for
nutrition have evolved to digest these foods more effectively,
research suggests.
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Smokeless tobacco use linked to throat cancer
A study from India shows that use of smokeless tobacco in the form
of chewing tobacco or snuff is associated with an increased risk of
developing cancer in the "hypopharynx" -- the area at the back of
the throat immediately above the larynx, or voicebox.
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Stomach Virus a Culprit in Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
Research was spurred by father's concern for son with debilitating
condition.
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Multistate salmonella outbreaks traced to tomatoes
Four large multistate outbreaks of Salmonella infections occurred
in 2005 and 2006, affecting Canada and 21 states in the US.
Researchers determined that at least 459 culture-confirmed cases of
salmonella infection were caused by raw tomatoes eaten in
restaurants, with up to 35 percent of those affected requiring
hospitalization.
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Perceived milk intolerance may weaken girls' bones
Young girls who believe they are lactose-intolerant take in less
calcium and have thinner bones than their peers who don't think
they had any trouble consuming dairy products, a new study shows.
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September 7, 2007
Lazy living takes toll on Chinese livers
Chinese government officials, many of whom are partial to
liquor-fuelled banquets while managing affairs of state, are often
unhealthy, suffering high blood pressure and liver diseases, state
media reported on Friday.
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September 6, 2007
Bone size normalizes in young diabetics: study
Children with type 1 or "insulin-dependent" diabetes have transient
impaired bone growth that normalizes over time, according to study
findings.
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September 6, 2007
Tooth loss linked to higher heart disease risk
Young adults who lose their teeth to cavities or gum disease may
have an increased risk of dying from heart disease later in life, a
new study suggests.
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Vitamin C Plus Fat Might Spur Cancer
Mixing in the stomach, this combo encourages carcinogens, study
suggests
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Health Tip: Help Prevent Hemorrhoids
Eat a fiber-rich diet and get plenty of exercise
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September 5, 2007
Flood-borne disease hits nearly 1000 in east Sudan
Nearly 1,000 people have had acute watery diarrhoea (AWD) spread by
flood waters in eastern Sudan, and 58 of them have died, a World
Health Organisation (WHO) official said on Wednesday.
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September 4, 2007
New trainee docs' work hours hasn't hurt patients
The notoriously long hours worked in hospitals by newly graduated
doctors, known as residents, were recently cut back in the U.S.,
and the move seems to have improved death rates for certain medical
conditions at Veterans Affairs hospitals.
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September 3, 2007
Death triggered in cancer-prone intestinal cells
Researchers in Singapore have worked out a way to kill intestinal
stem cells that may develop into colorectal cancer, the second
largest cause of cancer related deaths in western countries.
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August 31, 2007
Intensive diabetes therapy may lower heart rate
Intensive control of blood sugar (glucose) in patients with type 1
diabetes is associated with a lower resting heart rate, according
to a report in Diabetes Care.
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August 31, 2007
Heartburn Can Be a Sign of Serious Disease
Left untreated, acid reflux symptoms can cause throat strictures,
cancer, group warns
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August 30, 2007
High blood sugar ups mortality in leukemia
patients
High blood sugar levels increase the rate of in-hospital deaths by
nearly 40 percent in patients with acute myeloid leukemia (AML).
This increased mortality is seen even in patients with mild blood
sugar elevations, according to results of a chart review.
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August 29, 2007
Diabetes linked to increased risk of hip fracture
Men and women with diabetes, either type 1 or type 2, are more
likely than the general population to fracture a hip, according to
a review of studies reported in the American Journal of
Epidemiology.
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Skin disorders common in young type 1 diabetics
About two thirds of young patients with type 1 diabetes may have
skin disorders, some of which develop early in the course of the
disease, according to study results published in the journal
Diabetes Care.
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Blood protein linked to pancreatic cancer
A blood protein related to body weight and physical exercise levels
appears to be linked to pancreatic cancer risk, according to a new
study.
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Exercise cuts heart risks for type 1 diabetes kids
Children and teens with type 1 diabetes may be able to reduce their
risk of future heart and blood vessel disease by taking part in
regular exercise, German researchers report.
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August 28, 2007
Human Genome ahead of schedule on hepatitis C drug
Human Genome Sciences Inc. said on Tuesday it is ahead of schedule
in the development of its hepatitis C drug Albuferon, having
completed patient enrollment in a late-stage trial several months
sooner than expected.
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Health of reporter jailed by China worsens
The health of a reporter for a Singapore newspaper who was jailed
by China on a charge of spying is deteriorating in prison, the Hong
Kong Journalists Association said on Saturday, urging his release
on medical parole.
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Scientists bringing bad breath out of the closet
On the list of social offenses, bad breath ranks right up there
with flatulence and body odor.
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August 27, 2007
IBS pain sensitivity may be psychological
Increased colon pain in patients with irritable bowel syndrome
(IBS) appears to be related more to "a psychological tendency to
report pain," rather than to actual increased neurosensory
sensitivity, investigators report.
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Pain sensitivity in IBS patients may psychological
Increased colon pain in patients with irritable bowel syndrome
(IBS) appears to be related more to "a psychological tendency to
report pain," rather than to actual increased neurosensory
sensitivity, investigators report.
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August 24, 2007
Early exposure to farm animals lowers IBD risk
Infants who are regularly exposed to farm animals appear to be less
likely than others to develop inflammatory bowel disease in
childhood, according to the findings of a German study published in
the journal Pediatrics.
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August 24, 2007
Reflux Problems Not Limited to Adults
Babies and children can also suffer from severe gastric distress,
experts say
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Training cuts risk of sudden death while hiking
People can reduce their risk of dying suddenly during a mountain
hike by training for their climbs and by making sure any heart
disease risk factors they may have are under control, Austrian
researchers report.
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August 23, 2007
EU allows Britain to resume nearly all meat
exports
Following two recent outbreaks of foot and mouth disease in the UK,
European Union veterinary experts agreed on Thursday to let all of
Britain, except part of the county of Surrey, resume exports of
live animals, meat and dairy products to other EU countries, , the
EU executive said.
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Cleft lip tied to smaller brains in children
Children with clefts of the lip or palate appear to have abnormal
brain structures, Iowa City-based researchers report in the
Archives of Pediatrics and Adolescent Medicine.
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August 22, 2007
Low vitamin D linked to greater rectal cancer risk
The findings from a Japanese study suggest that low levels of
vitamin D, may increase the risk of rectal but not colon cancer.
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Bariatric surgery linked to longer lifespan
As a treatment for severe obesity, bariatric surgery significantly
lengthens patients' life expectancy in the long term, according to
the findings from two studies appearing in The New England Journal
of Medicine.
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African Americans with diabetes risk vision loss
African Americans with type 1 diabetes have a high risk of loss of
vision, new study findings show.
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August 21, 2007
New intestinal bacteria linked to Crohn's disease
An increase in the intestinal levels of a new type of infectious
Escherichia coli bacteria, along with a depletion of Clostridium
bacteria, appears to be involved in the development of Crohn's
disease, according to a report in The ISME Journal:
Multidisciplinary Journal of Microbial Ecology.
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One Surgery Often Enough for Peritonitis
Study questions usefulness of secondary procedures.
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August 20, 2007
Video capsule may soon diagnose celiac disease
- accurately detects intestinal atrophy in patients suspected to
have celiac disease, according to a report in the American Journal
of Gastroenterology.
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Age alone not a barrier to liver transplantation
The findings from a study of septuagenarians suggest that age per
se should not prevent a patient from having a liver transplant.
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Researchers link gestational diabetes to cancer
Women who had gestational diabetes when pregnant may be at greater
risk of developing pancreatic cancer, according to U.S. and Israeli
researchers who said the study was the first to link the two
diseases.
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August 16, 2007
No proof zinc lozenges help cold symptoms
There's no proof that zinc lozenges, which are marketed for
relieving symptoms of the common cold, work as advertised,
according to a new research review.
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Ibuprofen may improve liver-related brain deficits
Treatment with the commonly used over-the-counter drug ibuprofen
(Motrin, Advil), may reduce the impairments in thinking ability
that often accompany severe liver disease, findings from an animal
study suggest.
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Prostate cancer pamphlets may encourage screening
Providing easy-to-read educational handouts to men can encourage
discussion about prostate cancer and increase screening for
elevated levels of prostate-specific antigen (PSA), a standard test
used to detect an increased risk of prostate cancer, new research
suggests. But, the use of these educational materials does not make
men more inclined to undergo rectal examination, which can also
detect cancer.
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August 15, 2007
Schizophrenia risk may be lower in type 1
diabetics
The incidence of schizophrenia in patients with type 1 diabetes is
less than half of that seen in people without diabetes, according
to findings published in the Archives of General Psychiatry.
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Direct-to-Consumer Drug Ads Booming Despite Criticisms
Experts suggest a shutdown on such pitches to the public.
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August 14, 2007
MRI may make colon cancer screening more tolerable
The use of magnetic resonance imaging, or MRI, may offer a more
tolerable alternative to conventional colonoscopy in screening for
colon cancer, new research suggests.
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Stomach cancer will fall 25 pct in 10 years
New cases of stomach cancer will likely fall 25 percent over the
next 10 years in Western countries because of better living
conditions, Dutch researchers said on Tuesday.
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Western diet linked with poor colon cancer outcome
Patients treated for stage III colon cancer who follow a typical
Western diet, high in meat, fat, and refined grain, seem to have an
increased risk of recurrence and death, according to a report in
this week's issue of the Journal of the American Medical
Association.
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August 13, 2007
UK livestock restrictions may be eased by week end
Restrictions on the movement of livestock across Britain to prevent
the spread of foot and mouth disease may be eased by the end of the
week, the country's chief veterinary officer said on Monday. A
national ban on animal movements remains in place since the
confirmation of foot and mouth on two farms in Surrey, southern
England.
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Personality may influence irritable bowel syndrome
People who experience high levels of stress and anxiety appear to
be more likely to develop irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) following
a severe gastric infection, UK and New Zealand researchers report
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August 10, 2007
Mother's diet affects cleft-palate risk in baby
Pregnant women who eat a meat-rich, fruit-poor diet may be doubling
their baby's likelihood of being born with a cleft lip or cleft
palate, Dutch researchers report.
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August 9, 2007
Bedwetting linked to lower IQ scores
Children who are still wetting the bed at age 7 have lower IQ
scores, on average, than their peers who stay dry through the
night, UK researchers report.
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Drinking coffee seems to protect the liver
Data from 10 studies conducted in Europe and Japan suggest that
people who drink coffee may be reducing their risk of liver cancer,
although the reasons for the apparent protective effect of coffee
remain to be determined.
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FDA Sees No Heart Risk With Heartburn Drugs
Preliminary studies suggested possible problems with Prilosec and
Nexium.
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August 8, 2007
Scientists develop new test for liver cancer
A simple blood test can detect early stage liver cancer and more
accurately diagnose a disease that is a major killer in Asia and
Africa, researchers said on Wednesday.
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Choline may increase odds of polyps -study
The essential nutrient choline -- found in red meat, poultry, eggs
and milk -- may increase the risk of colon polyps, at least for
women, U.S. researchers said on Tuesday.
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Obesity before pregnancy ups risk of birth defects
There's an increased risk of birth defects among babies born to
women who are obese before becoming pregnant, according to a new
study.
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August 6, 2007
Stomach meds tied to mental slowing in seniors
Taking certain types of medication to deal with heartburn and
excess stomach acid may increase the risk of cognitive impairment
in the elderly, according to a new report.
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UK scrambles to find source of cattle disease
British experts scrambled on Monday to find the cause of an
outbreak of foot and mouth disease while a drug company at the
centre of the investigation said there had been no breach of its
biosecurity measures.
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Exports of meat, milk from all Britain banned: EU
Exports of fresh meat, live animals and milk products will be
banned from all of mainland Britain following its recent outbreak
of foot-and-mouth disease, the European Commission said on Monday.
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US issues new botulism warning for green beans
Consumers should not eat certain brands of French-cut green beans
because of concerns they could be tainted with the toxin that
causes botulism, U.S. health officials warned on Friday.
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August 3, 2007
No proof probiotics aid athletic performance
Foods containing probiotics, live microbial ingredients that can
provide health benefits, may be healthy, but athletes shouldn't
count on them to boost their performance, a research review
suggests. However, probiotics provide some indirect benefits.
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August 1, 2007
Promising way to detect pancreatic cancer explored
Researchers reported on Wednesday they could detect even early
stage pancreatic cancer by shining light on a neighboring organ.
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Japan study finds coffee may prevent colon cancer
Drinking three or more cups of coffee a day may cut the risk of
colon cancer in women by half, according to a study by Japanese
scientists.
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July 31, 2007
Indonesian mystery illness may be food poisoning
Initial investigations into a mystery illness that killed 10 people
in an Indonesian village have suggested that food poisoning was the
cause rather than a contagious disease, the health minister said on
Tuesday.
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Dietary carbs linked to vision loss
The carbohydrates present in a diet can influence the risk of
age-related macular degeneration (AMD), the most common cause of
vision loss in older adults, according to a report in the American
Journal of Clinical Nutrition.
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Acetaminophen eases post-wisdom tooth removal pain
Paracetamol (Panadol) , the pain killer known as acetaminophen in
the U.S. and sold under the trade names Tylenol in the US and
Panadol in the UK, is an effective treatment for the pain following
wisdom tooth extraction, according to a review of 21 studies that
used the drug to placebo, or an inactive substance.
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July 30, 2007
Cell phones light up operating room during
blackout
The light from the cell phone screens allowed surgeons to complete
an emergency appendix operation during a blackout in a city in
central Argentina, reports said on Saturday.
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Veggies may help protect men from colon cancer
Eating a moderate amount of vegetables, particularly green leafy
vegetables, seems to lower a man's risk of developing colorectal
cancer, researchers found.
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Inflammatory Joint, Bowel Diseases May Be Linked
Ankylosing spondylitis, inflammatory bowel disorder share common
genetics, study suggests
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Rash means cancer drug Tarceva is working
The development of a skin rash in patients with pancreatic cancer
or lung cancer treated with Tarceva is a strong indication that the
drug is working, report researchers from OSI Pharmaceuticals, the
drug's developer.
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Environmental hazards kill 4 million children a year -
WHO
Four million children under the age of five die every year due to
environmental hazards, including polluted air or water or exposure
to chemicals, the World Health Organisation (WHO) said on Friday.
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July 27, 2007
Aquafina labels to spell out source - tap water
PepsiCo Inc. will spell out that its Aquafina bottled water is made
with tap water, a concession to the growing environmental and
political opposition to the bottled water industry.
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July 25, 2007
Father-to-child hepatitis B transmission reported
Molecular evidence indicates that father-to-child transmission is
an "important route" of hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection in Japan,
Japanese researchers warn in the Journal of Medical Virology.
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Herbal STW 5 may relieve abdominal pain
In an 8-week trial involving patients with functional dyspepsia --
continuous or recurrent abdominal pain of unknown cause -- the
herbal preparation STW 5 improved symptoms and was well tolerated,
researchers report in the American Journal of Gastroenterology.
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Health Tip: Don't Aggravate an Upset Stomach
Avoid certain foods and drinks
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MiraLax safe for chronic constipation
MiraLax, which is currently available over-the-counter in the U.S,
appears to remain safe and effective when use is extended for up to
6 months in patients with chronic constipation, researchers report
in the American Journal of Gastroenterology.
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July 24, 2007
Some polyunsaturated fats may protect the colon
- the healthy fatty acid found in foods such as fish and nuts --
may reduce a person's risk of developing colorectal cancer.
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FDA says food recall is urgent health threat
A recall of canned meat products and dog food made at a Georgia
plant due to botulism fears could involve tens of millions of cans
that pose an urgent public health threat, U.S. officials said on
Monday.
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July 23, 2007
Hepatitis C strongly linked to type 2 diabetes
People infected with hepatitis C virus have an increased risk of
developing type 2, or "adult-onset" diabetes, a population-based
study confirms. This risk is particularly high in younger people
who are overweight, researchers from Taiwan have found.
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July 20, 2007
Bush to undergo colon exam on Saturday
U.S. President George W. Bush will undergo what aides described as
a routine colonoscopy on Saturday at the Camp David presidential
retreat.
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Health Tip: Hernias in Children
Signs to watch for
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July 19, 2007
FDA warns of botulism risk in chili sauce
Some cans of hot dog chili sauce sold under various brand names may
be contaminated with the bacteria that causes botulism and should
not be eaten, the Food and Drug Administration warned on Wednesday.
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July 18, 2007
Experimental drug effective for Crohn's disease
A new drug called certolizumab is a safe and effective treatment
for moderate-to-severe Crohn's disease, according to the results of
two related studies reported in The New England Journal of
Medicine.
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New Crohn's Disease Drug Shows Promise
Studies suggest certolizumab pegol may be effective option for
patients.
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July 17, 2007
Study sees rise in U.S. colitis cases
A common infection that causes diarrhea may be to blame for the
nearly doubled incidence of a certain kind of colitis, U.S.
researchers said on Monday.
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Bacterial Colitis on the Rise in U.S. Hospitals