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11/06/2009 - News
Higher white cell count linked to cancer

Higher white cell count linked to cancer

  In a study of over 3,000 older Australians, those with a higher white cell count were more likely to die of cancer. Elevated white blood cell (WBC) count is a known sign of inflammation in the body. Those who smoke or who have an infection have a higher WBC count. Now researchers at the National University of Singapore report that elevated WBC count is linked with cancer. Read more

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11/06/2009 - News

Try Tai Chi for Knee Arthritis

Tai chi may help to reduce pain and improve physical function in people with knee arthritis, according to the results of a study published in the November 2009 issue of Arthritis Care and Research. Tai chi is a form of Chinese martial arts that uses slow rhythmic movements to encourage mental relaxation and improve balance. Now it seems that this traditional discipline is a reasonable treatment for older adults with arthritis of the knee. Read more

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11/05/2009 - News

N95 Masks Are No Better for Preventing H1N1

It turns out that N95 respiratory masks may be no better than ordinary disposable surgical masks for preventing H1N1 swine flu. In September 2009, researchers reported that only N95 masks could provide significant protection against H1N1. But now, the same group of researchers report that updated results of their research reveal that this is not the case. Read more

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11/04/2009 - News

No Benefit for Hormone Therapy in Low-Risk Prostate Cancer

According to a new study presented at the American Society for Radiation Oncology 51st Annual Meeting, men with low-risk prostate cancer who undergo radiation therapy do not need to be treated with hormone therapy. Hormone treatment does not improve survival in this group of prostate cancer patients. Read more

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11/03/2009 - News

Lifestyle Interventions Provide Long-Term Diabetes Protection

The Diabetes Prevention Program previously showed that the incidence of diabetes in high-risk individuals was lowered 58% with intensive lifestyle intervention and 31% with use of the medication metformin. However, it was not known how long this protective effect would last. Now, the Diabetes Prevention Program Research Group has found that the protective effects persist for up to 10 years. Their findings were published October 29, 2009 in the early online publication of Lancet. Read more

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11/03/2009 - News

NSAIDs Linked to Lower Colorectal Cancer Death

There is a wide body of evidence that links the use of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), such as ibuprofen, to a reduced risk of colorectal cancer. According to new research published in the journal Cancer, women who regularly use of NSAIDs have a better survival after being diagnosed with colorectal cancer. Read more

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10/30/2009 - News

Typical Heart Attack Symptoms Just as Common in Women

You may have heard that it is more difficult to diagnose heart attack in women because they have different symptoms than men. However, according to a new study presented that the Canadian Cardiovascular Congress and published in the Canadian Journal of Cardiology, women are just as likely as men to experience chest pain and other typical heart attack symptoms. Read more

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10/29/2009 - News

Swine Flu Vaccine Slow to Reach U.S.

Pharmaceutical companies are struggling to make swine flu vaccine, designed to prevent influenza A H1N1 infection, for use in the United States. GlaxoSmithKline still has not received U.S. government approval for its swine flu vaccine and Novartis is experiencing delays in delivering swine flu vaccine, as well.   Read more

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10/28/2009 - News

Physical Activity Plummets After Age 45

Physical activity levels drop more quickly after the age of 45 years, particularly in men, according to a new study published in the October 26, 2009 issue of the Archives of Internal Medicine. The results of this study also showed that regular physical activity, maintaining a healthy body mass index, and not smoking were associated with better fitness levels and cardiovascular health. Read more

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10/27/2009 - News

Dialysis Found to Increase Disability

Patients with end-stage renal disease (ESRD) may become dependent upon dialysis. It is not clear whether patients are able to maintain their same level of independence after initiation of dialysis treatment. In the October 15, 2009 issue of the New England Journal of Medicine, a new study indicates that, among nursing home residents with ESRD, the initiation of dialysis is associated with a significant and lasting decline in functional status. Read more

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