MedlinePlus Health News

FDA Approves Multaq to Treat Heart Rhythm Disorder

Thu, 02 Jul 2009 19:18:57 EDT

Source: Food and Drug Administration
Related MedlinePlus Topic: Arrhythmia

Living Alone Increases Odds of Developing Dementia

Thu, 02 Jul 2009 19:00:00 EDT

Losing a partner through divorce or death in middle age may triple the risk, study shows

Source: HealthDay
Related MedlinePlus Topics: Alzheimer's Disease, Dementia, Seniors' Health

Birth Weight Appears Associated with Leukemia

Thu, 02 Jul 2009 17:43:12 EDT

There may be an association between high birth weight and an increased risk of overall leukemia and acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL).

Source: Reuters Health
Related MedlinePlus Topic: Leukemia, Childhood

Kids with Type 1 Diabetes Often Overweight

Thu, 02 Jul 2009 17:00:00 EDT

Study explores weight problems faced by youngsters with the disease

Source: HealthDay
Related MedlinePlus Topics: Diabetes Type 1, Obesity in Children

New Flu May Not Spread Like Regular Flu

Thu, 02 Jul 2009 16:01:26 EDT

The new H1N1 influenza strain may be just a little less catching than seasonal flu, but seems a little better able to cause stomach upsets, researchers reported on Thursday.

Source: Reuters Health
Related MedlinePlus Topic: H1N1 Flu (Swine Flu)

Glaucoma Patients Overrate Their Eyedrop Skills

Thu, 02 Jul 2009 15:41:14 EDT

Although more than 90 percent of patients taking ocular medication reported feeling confident about their eyedrop instillation technique, less than one third actually demonstrated adequate skills, researchers report in the Archives of Ophthalmology.
Source: Reuters Health
Related MedlinePlus Topic: Glaucoma

WHO Chief Identifies "Warning Signs" of Severe Flu

Thu, 02 Jul 2009 14:50:52 EDT

H1N1 influenza is causing mild symptoms that go away without medication in most patients, but care-givers should be alert for warning signs of severe cases, the head of the World Health Organization said on Thursday.

Source: Reuters Health
Related MedlinePlus Topic: H1N1 Flu (Swine Flu)

C-Section Stress Could Alter Baby's Immune Cells

Thu, 02 Jul 2009 14:00:00 EDT

And that might raise odds for diabetes, asthma later on, researchers say

Source: HealthDay
Related MedlinePlus Topics: Cesarean Section, Children's Health, Immune System and Disorders

Cystic Fibrosis Treatment May Cause Hearing Loss

Thu, 02 Jul 2009 14:00:00 EDT

Ear evaluation urged for youngsters taking common antibacterial medication

Source: HealthDay
Related MedlinePlus Topics: Antibiotics, Cystic Fibrosis, Hearing Problems in Children

If 2 Painkillers Are Banned, What Next?

Thu, 02 Jul 2009 12:00:00 EDT

Other options, available and in the pipeline, could plug a Percocet-Vicodin gap, experts say

Source: HealthDay
Related MedlinePlus Topics: Drug Safety, Pain Relievers

Health Tip: Straining the Hamstring

Thu, 02 Jul 2009 09:00:00 EDT

Who's at greater risk
Source: HealthDay
Related MedlinePlus Topic: Sports Injuries

Study Casts Doubt on Low IQ's Role in Early Death

Thu, 02 Jul 2009 09:00:00 EDT

Adjustments for behavior dampen the negative effect, study finds

Source: HealthDay
Related MedlinePlus Topic: Health Disparities

Increasing Alcohol Use Tied To More Hospitalization

Thu, 02 Jul 2009 07:00:00 EDT

Heavy drinkers were affected most, but link holds for even mild use, study finds

Source: HealthDay
Related MedlinePlus Topics: Alcohol, Health Facilities, Men's Health

Boxed Warning on Serious Mental Health Events to Be Required for Chantix and Zyban

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 21:19:06 EDT

Source: Food and Drug Administration
Related MedlinePlus Topic: Quitting Smoking

Imaging Technique Allows Researchers to Monitor Protein Changes in Mouse Tumors

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 21:04:22 EDT

Source: National Cancer Institute
Related MedlinePlus Topic: Breast Cancer

Schizophrenia and Bipolar Disorder Share Genetic Roots

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 21:00:00 EDT

Source: National Institute of Mental Health
Related MedlinePlus Topics: Bipolar Disorder, Schizophrenia

"Boomeritis" Hits Aging Athletes

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 19:30:31 EDT

Fifty may be the new thirty, but baby boomers' bodies haven't heard the news.

Source: Reuters Health
Related MedlinePlus Topics: Exercise for Seniors, Sports Injuries

Device Shows Promise to Treat Cerebral Palsy Type

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 17:34:15 EDT

Zapping the brain with a mild electrical current appears to help patients with a difficult-to-treat form of cerebral palsy, French researchers said on Wednesday.
Source: Reuters Health
Related MedlinePlus Topics: Cerebral Palsy, Movement Disorders

CPR Survival Rates for Older People Unchanged

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 17:00:00 EDT

Lack of improvement in death rates, experts say, may be because recipients are sicker

Source: HealthDay
Related MedlinePlus Topics: CPR, Seniors' Health

Drugs May Not Slow Kidney Damage in Diabetes

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 17:00:00 EDT

Study uncovers possible benefit, though, in stemming vision loss

Source: HealthDay
Related MedlinePlus Topics: Blood Pressure Medicines, Diabetic Eye Problems, Diabetic Kidney Problems

With Medicare Plan, Drug Spending May Be Up

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 17:00:00 EDT

Researchers suspect overuse as a cause, but note that other costs are down

Source: HealthDay
Related MedlinePlus Topic: Medicare Prescription Drug Coverage

PET-CT Scanners Reduce Futile Lung Cancer Surgery

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 16:53:51 EDT

Devices that simultaneously take a PET scan and a CT scan can eliminate unnecessary surgery for lung cancer, although they do little to save lives, researchers in Denmark reported on Wednesday.
Source: Reuters Health
Related MedlinePlus Topics: CT Scans, Lung Cancer, Nuclear Scans

Anti-Smoking Drugs Get FDA 'Black-Box' Warning

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 16:00:00 EDT

Reports link Chantix and Zyban to risk of psychiatric side effects, including suicidal thoughts

Source: HealthDay
Related MedlinePlus Topics: Drug Safety, Quitting Smoking

Growth Hormone May Build Muscle in Older Men

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 16:00:00 EDT

Finding shows promise for treating age-related loss of strength, researchers say

Source: HealthDay
Related MedlinePlus Topics: Hormones, Men's Health, Seniors' Health

Maternal Diet Affects Infant's Long-Term Bone Health

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 15:32:06 EDT

Women who maintain a healthy, well-balanced diet during pregnancy have children with bigger and stronger bones than women with poorer quality diets, according to the results of a study presented Tuesday at the National Osteoporosis Society Conference in Manchester, UK.

Source: Reuters Health
Related MedlinePlus Topics: Nutrition, Pregnancy

Master Stem Cell for Human Heart Identified

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 14:00:00 EDT

Researchers say it may hold key to understanding how to repair the organ

Source: HealthDay
Related MedlinePlus Topic: Stem Cells

Celiac Disease Making Inroads in U.S.

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 12:00:00 EDT

'Something has changed,' researcher says, but just what remains unclear

Source: HealthDay
Related MedlinePlus Topic: Celiac Disease

Obesity Rates Continue to Climb in U.S.

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 12:00:00 EDT

Eight of 10 states with highest number of obese adults are in the South, report says

Source: HealthDay
Related MedlinePlus Topics: Health Statistics, Obesity, Obesity in Children

Test Before Corneal Transplant May Improve Outcome

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 12:00:00 EDT

Even inactive herpes virus can cause inflammation, transplant rejection, study finds

Source: HealthDay
Related MedlinePlus Topics: Eye Diseases, Herpes Simplex, Organ Transplantation

Antibiotics May Boost Risk for Recurrent Ear Infection

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 09:00:00 EDT

Researchers urge more temperate prescribing of amoxicillin in kids

Source: HealthDay
Related MedlinePlus Topics: Antibiotics, Children's Health, Ear Infections

Health Tip: Preventing a Kitchen Fire

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 09:00:00 EDT

Precautions you should take
Source: HealthDay
Related MedlinePlus Topic: Fire Safety

Health Tip: What's Causing My Neck Pain?

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 09:00:00 EDT

Some typical triggers
Source: HealthDay
Related MedlinePlus Topic: Neck Injuries and Disorders

TV Ads Trigger Mindless Eating

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 09:00:00 EDT

Kids watching food commercials consumed 45 percent more snacks, study shows

Source: HealthDay
Related MedlinePlus Topics: Obesity, Obesity in Children

Study Supports Wider Use of Statins

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 06:00:00 EDT

Data shows reduction in heart attacks, strokes among those without established heart disease

Source: HealthDay
Related MedlinePlus Topics: Heart Attack, Statins, Stroke

Experts Urge Stronger Limits for Some Pain Drugs

Tue, 30 Jun 2009 18:55:31 EDT

A U.S. advisory panel on Tuesday called for greater restrictions on the widely-used pain reliever acetaminophen, even recommending banning some medications that contain it, in a bid to prevent potentially fatal overdoses.

Source: Reuters Health
Related MedlinePlus Topics: Drug Safety, Pain Relievers

FDA Confirms E. Coli Found in Nestle Cookie Dough

Tue, 30 Jun 2009 17:04:40 EDT

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on Monday confirmed that it has found E. coli O157:H7 bacteria in a sample of Nestle Toll House refrigerated cookie dough.
Source: Reuters Health
Related MedlinePlus Topics: E. Coli Infections, Food Contamination and Poisoning

Hormones May Affect Neurological Disease Risk

Tue, 30 Jun 2009 17:00:00 EDT

Women are more vulnerable during certain stages of life, study finds

Source: HealthDay
Related MedlinePlus Topics: Hormones, Neurologic Diseases, Women's Health

Assessment of Bone Growth Stimulator Is Mixed

Tue, 30 Jun 2009 16:00:00 EDT

It's used more often in spinal fusions, but experts worry about costs and complications

Source: HealthDay
Related MedlinePlus Topics: Bone Grafts, Spinal Diseases

Even After Death, Heart Attack Treatment May Not End

Tue, 30 Jun 2009 16:00:00 EDT

Too often, EMS crews feel obliged to bring unresponsive patient to hospital, study finds

Source: HealthDay
Related MedlinePlus Topics: Cardiac Arrest, Emergency Medical Services, Heart Attack

Newer Blood Tests May Not Improve Heart Risk Assessment

Tue, 30 Jun 2009 16:00:00 EDT

CRP, other disease-linked factors don't perform better than standard criteria, study finds

Source: HealthDay
Related MedlinePlus Topics: Heart Diseases, Laboratory Tests

U.S. Doctors Treat Heart Attack with Man's Own Stem Cells

Tue, 30 Jun 2009 16:00:00 EDT

Pioneering procedure aims to repair damaged cardiac muscle, surgeons say

Source: HealthDay
Related MedlinePlus Topics: Heart Attack, Stem Cells

Breast Cancer Treatments Impact Work Status

Tue, 30 Jun 2009 15:28:56 EDT

Among working women with newly diagnosed breast cancer, those treated with chemotherapy appear more likely to experience a major change in work status, study findings suggest.
Source: Reuters Health
Related MedlinePlus Topics: Breast Cancer, Cancer Chemotherapy, Radiation Therapy

Web-Based Game Educates HIV-Positive Teens

Tue, 30 Jun 2009 15:06:18 EDT

A Web-based game could help educate teenagers with HIV infection on how to avoid transmitting the virus, a pilot study suggests.
Source: Reuters Health
Related MedlinePlus Topics: AIDS, Teen Sexual Health

Metabolic Syndrome May Make Breast Cancer More Likely

Tue, 30 Jun 2009 14:00:00 EDT

Study finds increased risk for postmenopausal women

Source: HealthDay
Related MedlinePlus Topics: Breast Cancer, Metabolic Syndrome

Online Genetic Testing Appears to Have Benefits

Tue, 30 Jun 2009 14:00:00 EDT

Lung cancer assessment allays some concerns about how patients interpret results, researchers say

Source: HealthDay
Related MedlinePlus Topics: Genetic Testing, Lung Cancer

WHO Says Tamiflu-Resistant H1N1 "Isolated Case"

Tue, 30 Jun 2009 12:58:46 EDT

The first H1N1 infection found to be resistant to the antiviral drug Tamiflu represents an isolated case with no current implications for public health, the World Health Organization (WHO) said on Tuesday.

Source: Reuters Health
Related MedlinePlus Topic: H1N1 Flu (Swine Flu)

Obese Get Higher Doses of Radiation for X-Rays

Tue, 30 Jun 2009 12:00:00 EDT

Cumulative effect of that needs study, experts say

Source: HealthDay
Related MedlinePlus Topics: Obesity, Radiation Exposure, X-Rays

Statins Might Stave off Alzheimer's

Tue, 30 Jun 2009 12:00:00 EDT

In animal study, drug blocks cell death characteristic of the disease

Source: HealthDay
Related MedlinePlus Topics: Alzheimer's Disease, Statins

Global Report Released on Road Safety Results Remind Us to Keep Safe Both in and out of the Car

Tue, 30 Jun 2009 09:50:17 EDT

Source: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Related MedlinePlus Topic: Motor Vehicle Safety

Who Cares about Mosquito Bites? We Do

Tue, 30 Jun 2009 09:47:39 EDT

Source: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Related MedlinePlus Topic: West Nile Virus

Gene Expression Findings a Step Toward Better Classification and Treatment of Juvenile Arthritis

Tue, 30 Jun 2009 09:42:53 EDT

Source: National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases
Related MedlinePlus Topic: Juvenile Rheumatoid Arthritis

Health Tip: Keep Feet Healthy This Summer

Tue, 30 Jun 2009 09:00:00 EDT

Suggested ways to avoid foot injury
Source: HealthDay
Related MedlinePlus Topic: Foot Injuries and Disorders

Health Tip: Understanding Hay Fever

Tue, 30 Jun 2009 09:00:00 EDT

Pollinating plants can make sufferers miserable
Source: HealthDay
Related MedlinePlus Topic: Hay Fever

Nonsurgical Treatment May Ease Rotator Cuff Injury

Tue, 30 Jun 2009 09:00:00 EDT

Ultrasound-guided procedure reduced pain and restored mobility in tendinitis patients, study finds

Source: HealthDay
Related MedlinePlus Topics: Pain, Shoulder Injuries and Disorders, Ultrasound

Sad Dads May Lead to Crying Infants

Tue, 30 Jun 2009 09:00:00 EDT

More factors should be considered than depression among moms, experts say

Source: HealthDay
Related MedlinePlus Topics: Depression, Infant and Newborn Care, Parenting

Daily Sex Makes for Healthier Sperm

Tue, 30 Jun 2009 07:11:14 EDT

Having sex every day improves the quality of men's sperm and is recommended for couples trying to conceive, according to new research.

Source: Reuters Health
Related MedlinePlus Topics: Reproductive Health, Sexual Health

Drug Found Ineffective Against Lung Disease

Tue, 30 Jun 2009 06:00:00 EDT

People with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis gain no survival benefit, research finds

Source: HealthDay
Related MedlinePlus Topics: Medicines, Pulmonary Fibrosis

Recurrent Mouth Ulcers Suggest Celiac Disease

Mon, 29 Jun 2009 17:20:51 EDT

A minority of patients with recurrent mouth sores (aphthous stomatitis) have gluten-sensitive enteropathy, making evaluation for celiac disease appropriate in this population, according to a new study in BMC Gastroenterology.

Source: Reuters Health
Related MedlinePlus Topics: Celiac Disease, Mouth Disorders

Harder for Heavy Moms to See Child's Weight Status

Mon, 29 Jun 2009 17:16:56 EDT

The ability of a mother to identify a weight problem in her child appears to be dependent on her own weight, with overweight mothers tending to underestimate her child's weight. On the other hand, a mother's ability to correctly determine the weight status of a child who is unrelated to her appears to depend on her socioeconomic level, new research in Pediatrics shows.

Source: Reuters Health
Related MedlinePlus Topics: Obesity in Children, Parenting

Air Traffic Patterns Predict Swine Flu Spread

Mon, 29 Jun 2009 17:00:00 EDT

H1N1 case rates associated with number of air passengers arriving from Mexico, analysis shows

Source: HealthDay
Related MedlinePlus Topics: H1N1 Flu (Swine Flu), Traveler's Health

Younger People Appear More at Risk from New Swine Flu

Mon, 29 Jun 2009 17:00:00 EDT

Not just the infirm should be vaccinated, experts urge

Source: HealthDay
Related MedlinePlus Topic: H1N1 Flu (Swine Flu)

Diabetics Urged to Stay on Popular Insulin Lantus

Mon, 29 Jun 2009 16:23:21 EDT

Dr. Louis Philipson has already started fielding calls from worried diabetics after new studies of 300,000 patients released on Friday suggested the Sanofi-Aventis insulin drug Lantus might raise the risk of cancer.
Source: Reuters Health

Antioxidant May Boost Exercise Endurance

Mon, 29 Jun 2009 16:05:11 EDT

Eating a variety of fruits and vegetables rich in the antioxidant quercetin may boost endurance, according to a small study with healthy college students.

Source: Reuters Health
Related MedlinePlus Topics: Antioxidants, Exercise and Physical Fitness

Depression, Anxiety Bad for the Heart

Mon, 29 Jun 2009 16:00:00 EDT

Two new studies show effects on angina and mortality

Source: HealthDay
Related MedlinePlus Topics: Angina, Anxiety, Depression

Sporadic Spikes in Blood Pressure Hike Chances of Hypertension

Mon, 29 Jun 2009 16:00:00 EDT

People who have them in doctor's office, for example, at risk, study shows

Source: HealthDay
Related MedlinePlus Topic: High Blood Pressure

47,000 Elderly Hurt in Walker, Cane Mishaps Each Year

Mon, 29 Jun 2009 14:00:00 EDT

Older women most often the victims of these falls, CDC says

Source: HealthDay
Related MedlinePlus Topics: Falls, Mobility Aids, Seniors' Health

Anxiety-Prone People Find Distractions Hard to Ignore

Mon, 29 Jun 2009 14:00:00 EDT

Trouble concentrating may add to stress levels, researcher says

Source: HealthDay
Related MedlinePlus Topic: Anxiety

Talk with Kids, Not at Them

Mon, 29 Jun 2009 14:00:00 EDT

Give-and-take conversations speed language development, study finds

Source: HealthDay
Related MedlinePlus Topics: Infant and Toddler Development, Parenting

Cyber Bullying Affects One in 10 Students

Mon, 29 Jun 2009 12:00:00 EDT

But researchers find supportive parents help keep abusive behaviors at bay

Source: HealthDay
Related MedlinePlus Topic: Bullying

EPA Estimates Cancer Risk Associated with Air Pollution

Mon, 29 Jun 2009 10:28:35 EDT

Source: American Cancer Society
Related MedlinePlus Topics: Air Pollution, Cancer

New Biomarker Method Could Increase the Number of Diagnostic Tests for Cancer

Mon, 29 Jun 2009 10:18:25 EDT

Source: National Cancer Institute
Related MedlinePlus Topic: Cancer

Second Gene Linked to Familial Testicular Cancer

Mon, 29 Jun 2009 10:16:11 EDT

Source: National Cancer Institute, National Institute of Child Health and Human Development
Related MedlinePlus Topic: Testicular Cancer

15 Percent of U.S. Teens Think They'll Die Young

Mon, 29 Jun 2009 09:00:00 EDT

Link between risky behavior and pessimistic outlook surprises experts

Source: HealthDay
Related MedlinePlus Topics: Health Statistics, Teen Health, Teen Mental Health

Discovery Points to Regulation of Calcium Metabolism

Mon, 29 Jun 2009 09:00:00 EDT

Researchers may be step closer to preventing kidney stones, osteoporosis

Source: HealthDay
Related MedlinePlus Topics: Genes and Gene Therapy, Kidney Stones, Osteoarthritis

Health Tip: When Your Child Needs Glasses

Mon, 29 Jun 2009 09:00:00 EDT

Make sure they're worn
Source: HealthDay
Related MedlinePlus Topic: Eye Wear

Low Blood Sugar in Hospital Tied to Higher Death Risk for Diabetics

Mon, 29 Jun 2009 09:00:00 EDT

Hypoglycemia likely a sign of additional illness, suggest experts

Source: HealthDay
Related MedlinePlus Topics: Diabetes, Health Facilities, Hypoglycemia

New Drug Promising against Rheumatoid Arthritis

Mon, 29 Jun 2009 09:00:00 EDT

Golimumab might help where similar drugs failed, research finds

Source: HealthDay
Related MedlinePlus Topics: Medicines, Rheumatoid Arthritis

Scientists Kill Cancer Cells with "Trojan Horse"

Mon, 29 Jun 2009 04:57:53 EDT

Australian scientists have developed a "trojan horse" therapy to combat cancer, using a bacterially-derived nano cell to penetrate and disarm the cancer cell before a second nano cell kills it with chemotherapy drugs.

Source: Reuters Health
Related MedlinePlus Topics: Cancer, Cancer Chemotherapy, Genes and Gene Therapy