A Woman with Fever and Confusion Jul 17, 2008
NEJM -- Case 22-2008 -- A 52-Year-Old Woman with Fever and Confusion. Case 22-2008 A 52-Year-Old Woman with Fever and Confusion. (New England Journal of Medicine)
Low health insurance caps leave patients stranded Jul 15, 2008
Rebecca Kmet Texas Retired Pharmacist wrote on Jul 14, 2008 2:01 PM:" Mothers wash their babies but often forget to clean the nose where most bacterial and viral infections get started. Normal saline or XLEAR nose spray or drops twice a day for babies and children and adults is helpful in heading off a lot of infections. A damaged heart from a strep infection is not unusual. The damage to the heart can be corrected without surgery if there is time and the baby or child or adult is not too near... (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
Your Health: Mushrooms offer more than good taste Jul 13, 2008
Preliminary research suggests that the Shiitake may provide a number of benefits in the treatment of common viral infections, including influenza, hepatitis and AIDS. Extracts of the mushroom have been shown to trigger the production of interferon and other natural proteins that prevent viruses from multiplying in the body. In spite of being a low-calorie food, it s packed with key vitamins and minerals. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
FDA Mandates Black Box Warning for Some Antibiotics Jul 13, 2008
Like other antibacterial drugs, fluoroquinolones don't treat viral infections such as colds or the flu. After Tuesday's announcement, Dr. Sidney Wolfe, director of the Health Research Group at Public Citizen, said the black box warning accomplishes two of the three steps that Public Citizen has urged the FDA to take for nearly two years. (MEDLINEplus)
West Nile Found In Las Cruces Jul 4, 2008
The agency also confirmed plague in six cats and three dogs from Bernalillo, Santa Fe and Rio Arriba counties so far this year, but no viral infections in New Mexicans this year. "Fortunately, it is easy to protect yourself by taking precautions, such as using a repellent when you are outdoors, especially during the evening and early morning when mosquitoes are most active, said Paul Ettestad, the department's public health veterinarian.The New Mexico Department of Health recommends people... (KFOXTV.com, TX)
Two-Year-Old 'Picture of Health' After Six Heart... Jul 3, 2008
There may be multiple causes including viral infections, according to the American Heart Association. Just over a year ago, Zoe was being kept alive by a Berlin heart machine at a hospital in England. (Fox News)
Intuition Can Be Explained Jul 3, 2008
12, 1999) Anecdotal reports that viral infections such as mononucleosis lead to depression and other psychiatric disorders have been rebutted by a study that followed 144 HMO. (June 4, 2008) A new study examined consumers self-assessments of their credit rating and found that respondents were more likely to believe they had average or above average credit and those who. (Science Daily)
Asthma Risk Increases In Children Treated For HIV Jul 3, 2008
20, 2007) Protecting infants from viral infections may prevent the development of asthma late in childhood, according to new. (May 27, 2004) Pregnant women with asthma who eat oily fish, such as salmon or trout, may help protect their children against developing asthma, according to a study presented at the American Thoracic Society. (Science Daily)
A Safe and Simple Solution for Vertigo Jul 3, 2008
Although no one is sure exactly what causes the crystals to break loose from the inner ear sensor, the problem has been linked to head trauma and viral infections of the inner ear, Fife says. At least one study indicates that your chances of developing BPPV increase with age, or if you have a history of migraine or stroke. (Harrisburg Daily Register, IL)
10,000 people in world-first cerebral palsy study Jul 3, 2008
Immunisation against viral infections also may be a future option when this preventative therapy is available," he says. ### For more information, visit. (EurekAlert!)
Toys And Technology For Rehabilitation In Cerebral Palsy Patients Jul 2, 2008
7, 2006) Exposure to certain viral infections shortly before and after birth (the perinatal period) is associated with cerebral palsy, finds a study published online by the British Medical Journal. These. (Science Daily)
Putting Their Braille Skills to the Test: Nation's Top Blind Students Compete in Unique Academic Competition Jun 29, 2008
Most were born blind, others lost their sight due to cancer or viral infections, but they all share a tenacity that drives them to succeed in spite of their disability. They are the top 60, chosen from among more than 500 students throughout the country during a round of preliminary testing. (PR Newswire)
Malarial parasite plasmodium vivax more serious Jun 20, 2008
Both studies had limitations, such as comorbidities, including bacterial or viral infections, not being actively investigated, and microscopy for detection and speciation leading to underestimation of mixed infections. "Despite these limitations, a striking feature of the two studies is the overall comparable incidence of severe disease in P. vivax and P. falciparum infections in each setting. There were differences in the prevalence of the components of severe disease in the two locations and a... (Health Newstrack)
New Study Shows Potential To Treat Or Prevent Viral Cancers Jun 19, 2008
It is estimated that up to 25 percent of all cancers are currently linked to existing viral infections. Most of these cancers are extremely difficult to treat and cannot successfully be reduced or removed using conventional therapies or treatments. (Science Daily)
New Cellular Mechanism That Will Significantly Advance Vaccine Development Discovered Jun 19, 2008
18, 2008) La Jolla Institute for Allergy & Immunology (LIAI) scientists have discovered one for the textbooks. Their finding, reported June 13 in the scientific journal Immunity, illuminates a new, previously unknown mechanism in how the body fights a virus. (Science Daily)
* Enterovirus outbreak spreading, Taipei County says Jun 18, 2008
Enterovirus are small viruses that are second only to the common cold as the most common viral infections in humans. Enterovirus 71 (EV71) can cause diarrhea, rashes and hand, foot and mouth disease. (Taipei Times, Taiwan)
Sars patients can provide therapy Jun 16, 2008
" Dr Lanzavecchia said he was particularly hopeful it could be applied to HIV, whose ability to generate many different variants poses a major problem for doctors. A spokeswoman for the Health Protection Agency said: "We welcome this research, which is important in the incremental process of understanding how we can use an immune response to protect others from viral infections such as Sars. "Further work is still needed and we will watch this area with interest.". (Yahoo News -- SARS)
HUMIRA(R) (adalimumab) Data Show That Treating Early Rheumatoid Arthritis With Combination Treatment Resulted in Cost Savings From Improved Work Productivity Jun 13, 2008
Rheumatoid Arthritis is the Leading Cause of Work Disability in Europe PARIS, June 13 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- New data announced today showed that treating patients with early, active rheumatoid arthritis (RA) with Abbott's HUMIRA(R) (adalimumab) and methotrexate (MTX) resulted in an indirect cost savings of euro 4,845 (or approximately USD$6,086 using exchange rates at the time of the study) per patient per year compared to MTX treatment alone. These cost savings were attributed to improved... (PR Newswire)
Data Show that Abbott's HUMIRA(R) (adalimumab) Reduced the Signs and Symptoms of Ankylosing Spondylitis Up to Three Years Jun 13, 2008
PARIS, June 13 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Abbott announced new data from the open-label extension of the ATLAS (Adalimumab Trial Evaluating Long-Term Efficacy and Safety in AS) phase III clinical trial, which showed HUMIRA(R) (adalimumab) reduced the signs and symptoms of ankylosing spondylitis (AS) for up to three years of treatment among 74 percent of patients tested. AS is a type of arthritis that primarily causes inflammation of the spine and the spinal joints. (PR Newswire)
New Long-Term HUMIRA(R) (adalimumab) Data Show Up to Seven-Year Efficacy with Combination Treatment for Rheumatoid Arthritis Jun 13, 2008
PARIS, June 13 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Seven-year rheumatoid arthritis (RA) data from open-label extension studies show that treatment with Abbott's HUMIRA(R) (adalimumab) resulted in clinical remission among long-standing RA patients when used in combination with methotrexate (MTX). The percentage of patients achieving clinical remission continued to increase after two or more years of continuous treatment with combination therapy. (PR Newswire)
Your Health: Licorice root extract eases canker sore suffering, speeds healing Jun 6, 2008
Licorice is a rich source of beneficial compounds that are useful in the treatment of arthritis, viral infections and even cancer. The medicinal properties of these natural agents have been well established by long-term clinical use and recent scientific evidence. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
Ondine Receives Health Canada License for Multi-Purpose Photodisinfection Laser Jun 4, 2008
About Ondine Biopharma Corporation Ondine is developing non-antibiotic therapies for the treatment of a broad spectrum of bacterial, fungal and viral infections. The Company is focused on creating and commercializing leading edge products utilizing its patented light-activated technology. (Canada Newswire)
Study links lotion to coral bleaching Jun 3, 2008
Sunscreens usually have up to 20 or more chemical compounds, and certain ones triggered viral infections affecting symbiotic algae called zooxanthellae that live within reef-building coral, the researchers said ... This can be caused by a number of stressors, including chemicals in water discharge and sunscreens that cause viral infections, Richmond said. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Cell-Mediated Immunity and Anti-HLA Antibody Tests Provide Insight to Immune Response in Renal Transplant Patients Jun 2, 2008
"Cell-mediated immunity, as measured with Cylex's ImmuKnow test, may indicate the effectiveness of augmented immunosuppression and the risk of viral infections," said Brad Stewart, president of Cylex. "By contrast, levels of anti-HLA antibodies may determine the risk for antibody-mediated rejection. In renal transplant patients who are being weaned from immunosuppression, it seems that both assays may contribute independently to characterize these patients." Researchers at the University of... (PR Newswire)
Spinning spells: Determining the symptoms of dizziness Jun 2, 2008
Inner ear infections are also called labyrinthitis, usually caused by viral infections. Bacterial labyrinthitis is rare but can give rise to severe complications such as meningitis. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Grapefruit Seed Extract May 29, 2008
The extract is known for its anti-bacterial and anti-parasitic properties, as well as for its ability to fight off fungal and viral infections. Most often, it is found under the women s health or yeast cleansing sections in health food stores. (Suite101.com)
Avoiding Spleen Removal For Cooley's Anemia Sufferers May 29, 2008
Patients should also be vaccinated against common viral infections, and should receive annual influenza vaccinations. Researchers are still learning about the health effects that stem from years of living with reduced or deficient globin proteins. (Science Daily)
The Art of Caring May 25, 2008
For example, antibiotics are routinely given for viral infections, which do not respond to antibiotics. Similarly, expensive diagnostic procedures are done when history and examination would be sufficient. (The Citizen's Voice, PA)
'Sun screen lotion threatens coral' May 25, 2008
Virus levels in seawater surrounding coral branches increased to 15 times the level found in control samples, suggesting that sunscreens might stimulate latent viral infections, the study found. Pesticides, hydrocarbons and other contaminants have also been found to induce algae or coral to release viruses, hastening the bleaching process. (India Times, India)
Sun lotions help to kill coral reefs May 24, 2008
"Our results provide strong scientific evidence of the potential impact of these products in tropical habitats and represent a pointer for outlining specific regulations for protecting coral reefs, the team said. The researchers added that, of the 10,000 tonnes of UV filters produced every year globally, about 10 per cent would be used by the 78 million tourists who visited the tropics. A 20-minute dip in the sea could wash off about a quarter of the chemicals in the sun lotion, they said. They... (Times Online)
The Pink-Bubble-Gum-Flavored Dilemma May 22, 2008
In the doctor's office or the ER, it's hard to tell the difference between bacterial and viral infections, and so doctors are tempted to prescribe antibiotics whenever they're unsure. That's especially true when doctors think that patients expect to take the medicine home, according to a recent. (Slate)
Scientists 'paint' viruses to track their fate in the body May 21, 2008
This breakthrough should give a much-needed boost to the efficiency of some forms of gene therapy, help track and treat viral disease and evolution, improve the efficiency of vaccines, and ultimately allow health care professionals track the movement of viral infections within the body. Specifically, the new method should make it easier to track and treat infectious diseases such as HIV/AIDS, influenza, hepatitis C, and dengue fever. (EurekAlert!)
Smallpox Drug May Protect Against Common Cold May 20, 2008
Cidofovir is quite toxic to the liver and kidneys and is not available in oral form, which limits its potential as a treatment for viral infections. In this study with hamsters, the researchers found that CMX001 was much less toxic and far more powerful than cidovovir. (Health-Finder)
Nexavar Significantly Improves Overall Survival by 47 Percent in Asia-Pacific Liver Cancer Study May 16, 2008
"Liver cancer in the Asia-Pacific region continues to grow because of a high incidence of chronic hepatitis B viral infections, which now impact approximately 275 million people in the region," said Ann-Lii Cheng, MD, PhD, Department of Internal Medicine and Department of Oncology, National Taiwan University Hospital, Taipei, Taiwan and principal investigator of the trial ... (1,2) In addition, chronic hepatitis B (HBV) and C (HCV) viral infections are the leading causes of primary liver cancer... (PR Newswire)
Coughing? Can I See Your DNA, Please? May 16, 2008
What was more, in the study, presented in October 2007 at the , five of those 14 genes could be used to distinguish viral infections from bacterial infections, giving doctors in the future more information with which to make quick decisions. To move the research forward, Cobb, Wiener-Kronish and others will meet in November to plan the first clinical trials of the technique at the ICU bedside. (Scientific American)
An Antibiotic May Not Be the Answer for the Common Cold May 16, 2008
Viral infections, which include the common cold, cannot be treated with antibiotics ... Yet another problem with prescribing antibiotics for viral infections is the devastating and destructive effect that antibiotics can have on the normal bacteria found in the body. (Missourian Publishing, MO)
New Cost-effective Means To Reconstruct Virus Populations May 12, 2008
22, 2008) Immunologists have discovered how to manipulate the immune system to increase its power and protect the body from successive viral infections. These findings may point the way toward developing new. (Science Daily)
Nventa Appoints John Varian to Board of Directors May 8, 2008
SAN DIEGO, May 7 /CNW/ -- Nventa Biopharmaceuticals Corporation (TSX: NVN) announced today the appointment of John Varian to the company's board of directors. " Prior to joining Aryx Therapeutics, Mr. Varian was chief financial officer of Genset S.A., where he was a key member of the team negotiating the company's sale to Serono S.A. in 2002. From October 1998 to April 2000, Mr. Varian served as senior vice president, finance and administration of Elan Pharmaceuticals, Inc., joining the company... (Canada Newswire)
An Immunodeficiency Disease with RAG Mutations and Granulomas May 8, 2008
All three girls had severe complications after viral infections, including B-cell lymphoma associated with Epstein Barr virus (EBV). Other findings were hypogammaglobulinemia, a diminished number of T and B cells, and sparse thymic tissue on ultrasonography. (New England Journal of Medicine)
MRSA spreading say American Society of Registered Nurses May 7, 2008
This is especially true when antibiotics have been prescribed for viral infections. Viruses do not respond to antibiotics, only bacteria are killed by antibiotics. (News-Medical.net)
New agent strikes at respiratory syncytial virus replication May 6, 2008
Recent research by Garofalo and other investigators suggests that two key factors drive RSV bronchiolitis: an inflammatory overreaction by the cells that line the airways of the lungs, and a failure to respond to RSV by T lymphocytes (also known as T cells), immune system cells that ordinarily act to control viral infections. Because a dangerous inflammatory response occurs so soon after RSV begins replicating in the lungs, Garofalo said, antiviral therapy by itself is unlikely to be... (EurekAlert!)
Ross River virus breakthrough May 6, 2008
So that is my focus, so that is the implications of our research in terms viral infections in general. LINDY KERIN: And what have you found. (ABC Online)
DNA Jigsaw Puzzle May 5, 2008
Using this method, medicines and vaccines against diseases caused by viral infections could be developed and deployed in a more targeted way in the future. See also. (Science Daily)
WHO: Virus Won't Threaten Olympics May 5, 2008
More than 620 new cases of viral infections have been reported in central China, raising the number of people sickened to 5,151, state media said. The outbreak of enterovirus 71 which causes a severe type of hand, foot and mouth disease is another headache for the Communist government as it prepares for the Olympic Games, already tarnished by unrest among Tibetans in western China and an international torch relay disrupted by protests. (Time.com)
Research offers hope for arthritis sufferers May 5, 2008
New research by a team of University of Canberra virologists could offer relief to sufferers of the debilitating arthritis triggered by viral infections like Ross River fever. Professor Suresh Mahalingam and his colleagues say they have identified the cell responsible for causing the joint inflammation and tissue damage brought on by viruses like Ross River, HIV, dengue and influenza. (ABC Online)
Possible Viral Links to Lung Cancer Risk Uncovered May 2, 2008
FRIDAY, April 25 (HealthDay News) -- Although smoking is well-established as an independent risk factor for lung cancer, two new studies suggest that two different viral infections might boost a smoker's already substantial risk for developing the disease. While the specific viruses at issue -- human papillomavirus (HPV) and measles -- may not directly cause lung cancer, they seem to aggravate the negative impact of tobacco, American and Israeli researchers say. (MEDLINEplus)
New Strategies Against Bird Flu Apr 22, 2008
ARDS can be induced by various bacterial and viral infections, but also by chemical agents. These could be toxic gases that are inhaled or gastric acid when aspirated. (Science Daily)
Summer veggies Apr 17, 2008
"Preparing the soil also is important. Till the soil about 12 inches deep, working in compost and all-purpose fertilizer. "Work [the soil] up, and get it nice and fluffy," she says.When you're ready to plant, try planting in phases so you'll have a longer harvest season and eliminate any potential virus problems, says George Heaton, a Reedley College horticulturist."Where we're at, we have a lot of insect pressures," especially with squashes, he says. "We get viral infections. By the time the... (Fresno Bee)
T-cell Multiplication Unexpectedly Delayed After Infection Apr 15, 2008
Given that CD8+ and CD4+ T cells are essential for eliminating most viral infections, what would be the benefit of delaying T cell division. Whitton suggests several possibilities. (Science Daily)
Deep Sea Corals Apr 9, 2008
Some corals are even being used to develop new drugs that may help fight cancer, Alzheimer s disease, asthma, pain and viral infections. Current Threat. (Suite101.com)
* Death before life Apr 8, 2008
Other conditions that can impair growth in the womb are birth defects, chromosomal abnormalities, genetic syndromes and viral infections, she said. In her review of the factors that predict recurrent stillbirth, Reddy listed two that women have an opportunity to control: obesity and smoking. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
New Study Aims To Halt The Progression Of Multiple Sclerosis Apr 8, 2008
1, 2004) Intense traumatic events, such as maternal separation, occurring early in the life of an infant may weaken its immune system, making it more susceptible to viral infections later in life that could. . (Science Daily)
Mechanism Underlying Multidrug Resistance In Fungi Discovered Apr 7, 2008
3, 2007) Interferon, the "superhero" cure for viral infections, may be a strong weapon in the battle against fungal infections in immunocompromised patients, according to a new article. Fungal infections. (Science Daily)
Deadly ape heart disease puzzles zoos Apr 6, 2008
Was heart disease being caused by bacterial or viral infections. Some even asked: Were gorillas developing heart disease because of the way they were reared or socially grouped at the zoos. (MSNBC -- Environment)
* Nestle's milk of human kindness Apr 3, 2008
A mothers milk also contains antibodies, cells from her immune system and proteins to combat bacterial and viral infections. My wife, who had problems producing enough milk to breastfeed our first child, used a breast pump to stimulate lactation. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Ear Aches Complicate Most Colds in Young Children Apr 1, 2008
NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - In young children, upper respiratory tract viral infections, which include sinus infections, sore throats and the common cold, and ear aches are closely related, a new study confirms, suggesting that one strategy to reduce the rate of ear aches is to prevent upper respiratory infections in young children, the researchers say. The researches conducted a study in which they observed 294 healthy children between the age of 6 months and 3 years for 1 year to assess the... (MEDLINEplus)
Could Schizophrenia Be Entirely Genetic? Mar 30, 2008
There is evidence the actual CAUSE may be viral; the vast majority of mothers of schizophrenics report viral infections during pregnancy. But the predisposition is inherited. (MedHeadlines)
Pharmasset Receives $10 Million of Working Capital Mar 29, 2008
About Pharmasset Pharmasset is a clinical-stage pharmaceutical company committed to discovering, developing and commercializing novel drugs to treat viral infections. Pharmasset's primary focus is on the development of oral therapeutics for the treatment of hepatitis B virus (HBV), hepatitis C virus (HCV) and human immunodeficiency virus (HIV). (PR Newswire)
Broccoli boosts immunity Mar 28, 2008
" Old Mice Show Broccoli Benefits The UCLA team not only found that the direct administration of sulforaphane in broccoli reversed the decline in cellular immune function in old mice, but they witnessed similar results when they took individual immune cells from old mice, treated those cells with the chemical outside the body and then placed the treated cells back into a recipient animal. In particular, the researchers discovered that dendritic cells, which introduce infectious agents and... (Suite101.com)
Biologists Discover How Dengue Virus Matures Mar 28, 2008
This research may help in efforts to find ways to treat or prevent viral infections. More information. (Health-Finder)
Virus is killing Chilean farmed salmon Mar 27, 2008
"Parasitic infections, viral infections, fungal infections are all disseminated when the fish are stressed and the centers are too close together.". Industry executives acknowledge some problems, but they reject the notion that their practices are unsafe for consumers. (Boston Globe)
Chile under fire for results of intensive salmon fish farms Mar 27, 2008
"Parasitic infections, viral infections, fungal infections are all disseminated when the fish are stressed and the centers are too close together.". Today in Health & Science. (International Herald Tribune)
Area residents have less to fear Mar 24, 2008
The original JD wrote on Mar 22, 2008 6:50 PM:" They fail to mention that the constant use of antibiotics for viral infections also adds to the amount of antibiotics in the drinking water as the body flushes the excess out in the urine. Also, soil filtration does not filter out as much as many people think. Water has the habit of bonding with many chemicals (thus being the 'universal solvent'), and once bound soil filtration will not easily stop the chemical from passing with the water.... (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Mandated autism coverage passes Senate (2) Mar 23, 2008
Children with autism also suffer from numerous physical ailments including allergies, asthma, epilepsy, digestive disorders, persistent viral infections, and sleeping disorders. Wayne Rohde father of 10-year-old Nick, the inspiration for the bill said families that are denied coverage for their autistic children face higher divorce and bankruptcy rates. (Durant Daily Democrat, OK)
Sinus bug antibiotics 'are overprescribed and do not work' Mar 17, 2008
MADONNA IS AT IT AGAIN. The Material Girl poses in nothing but a wrestling belt and black leotard. (Daily Mail)