Editor's Mailbag (Aug. 18) Aug 21, 2008
john lovejoy wrote on Aug 20, 2008 10:32 AM:" beaver205, yes, maybe JFK would have pulled out the "advisors," who really were participaing in actual combat. Maybe he would not have. Also, if JFK had not been killed, he might have died in office anyway, because he was sick with Addison's disease. But, had he lived nad been elected to a second term, that might have prevented the ascension of Richard Nixon. Perhaps Bobby Kennedy might have won the presidency, Who knows? Too many variables. ". Bill... (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Family waits for coroner's results (202) Jul 31, 2008
"She also said Chris had contracted malaria three times while he was living in Africa working as a miner, and had three heart attacks in his 39-year lifespan."He was very concerned about two of his three brothers, especially since one of them had currently been diagnosed with Addison's disease and had dropped a lot of weight, which really affected him," she explained. "Chris was very compassionate. His brothers meant a lot to him and he would give a lot of energy to anyone he cared about. (Malibu Times, CA)
The Rise of John F. Kennedy Jun 19, 2008
While he was in Congress, he had been diagnosed with Addison's Disease, which is a disorder of the endocrine system. In addition, soon after becoming a Senator, JFK found himself undergoing a series of spinal operations, during which he came very near death. (Suite101.com)
Candidates' Records Reveal Health Issues Jun 7, 2008
Presidents in the past have had health issues while in office, including Dwight Eisenhower's heart attack and stroke, John Kennedy's diagnosis of Addison's disease and Franklin Roosevelt's paralysis. The presumptive Republican nominee, John McCain, and Democratic Sen. (Click2Houston, TX)
Why a Unity Ticket Might Be Just the Ticket May 24, 2008
On July 4, Johnson ally India Edwards publicly stated (correctly) that Kennedy had Addison's disease, a severe kidney ailment. Bobby Kennedy denied the charge, the New York Times denounced it as dirty campaigning, and the ploy backfired. (Slate)
New book: Our leaders ‘in sickness and in power’ May 8, 2008
At the time of the Bay of Pigs, JFK was regularly taking at least a dozen prescription medicines, including testosterone, corticosteroids and procaine, for his Addison's disease, colon problems, back pain, urinary infections and half a dozen other ailments - all that plus shots of amphetamine concoctions. A year and a half later, when Soviet missiles aimed at the United States were discovered on Cuba, many of the president's medical excesses had been curbed, mostly due to the heroic work of Adm. (West Frankfort Daily American, IL)
Glucocorticoid Hormones Mar 8, 2008
g., Addison's disease). Manifestations of Excess Glucocorticoids. (Suite101.com)
Rare Disease Means Girl Can Be Scared to Death Feb 6, 2008
Jennifer is one of only six known sufferers in Britain of polyglandular Addison's disease. Symptoms include dizziness, stomach pain, confusion, irritability, nausea and can cause multiple organ problems. (Fox News)
How to live, by the dying Jan 4, 2008
"Kenneth Ross, Prestwick A key point is nobody knows how long they have left. I have Cystic Fibrosis, Diabetes, Addison's Disease (Adrenal failure) and Fibromyalgia. When I was born people with Cystic Fibrosis had a life expectancy of less than 12 years. Now I am in my late 30s and am still determined to get the most out of every day! Despite my health I managed to go to University and get a BSc and MSc in Computing before becoming a lecturer. I recently had to take medical retirement but am now... (BBC News -- UK)
Father's fear after Grange exit Nov 29, 2007
Robbie Powell died in April 1990 of the rare but treatable hormonal condition Addison's disease. An inquest in Swansea in 2004 heard evidence that a succession of doctors who saw the boy in the weeks before he died had not recognised the symptoms. (BBC News -- UK)
Arthur Schlesinger Jr. Oct 14, 2007
While there were plenty of pool parties at Hickory Hill, his journals find him fretting that "the President somewhat discounts my views, primarily because he regards me as a claimant agency for standardized liberalism." And at one point we have JFK lying about his Addison's disease to Schlesinger, who dutifully records it without question. Schlesinger's loathing of three presidents -- Lyndon Johnson, Richard Nixon and Jimmy Carter -- is documented in ways petty and profound. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Breast cancer turns life upside down Oct 9, 2007
Morrissey said she is into natural healing and was being treated for a couple of ailments, sarcoidosis and Addison's disease, with Reiki, craniosacral therapy and quantum xeroid. "I had been getting well.". (Durango Herald)
Austen's power: Jane addiction sweeps theaters, bookstores Aug 2, 2007
She died in 1817 at age 41 of undetermined causes, although Addison's disease and breast cancer have been conjectured. "She was a lot more free-spirited than she was given credit for," says Hathaway, whose portrayal will help dispel the image of Austen as a stuffy spinster. (USA Today)
Addison's Disease in Dog Jul 31, 2007
Canine Addison's Disease, Symptoms and Treatment. Canine hypoadrenocorticism, also known as Canine Addison's Disease, is a serious illness involving the adrenal glands ... What is Addison's disease. (Suite101.com)
Soldier who wrote disturbing accounts of Iraq war reveals his... Jul 27, 2007
" BOB DOLE, FORMER KANSAS SENATOR: We told hem how important it was that we have some action. In fact, I think, when we came on the commission, there was a promise made by those who recruited us that this would not just be another commission that would finish its work, and then they would say don't call us, we will call you. HENNEBERG: In Washington, Molly Henneberg, FOX News. (END VIDEO CLIP) HUME: The State Department says the U.S. has no plans for any higher level talks with Iran beyond the... (Fox News)
JFK's Women: The Scandals Revealed Jul 20, 2007
He suffered from Addison's disease, and a concoction of testosterone and cortisone treatment apparently inspired some satisfying ways to ease the pain. According to this piece of strangely compelling celebrity gossip fodder, from a biography based on recently released FBI documents and eyewitness accounts, JFK had five affairs that threatened national security. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Paula Abdul Faces More Controversy Jun 2, 2007
On the tape Abdul said that she suffers from neck pain and Addison's disease, an endocrine disorder. The audio was leaked Thursday and spread like wildfire. (CBS News)
Report: Abdul Feels Violated Over Release Of Call Jun 2, 2007
Abdul discusses her neck and spinal cord troubles and a recent diagnosis of Addison's disease -- an endocrine or hormonal disorder. Several readers of PerezHilton's blog have responded angrily to the posting of the phone call. (Click2Houston, TX)
Scientists sniff out key to canine size Apr 7, 2007
While on the hunt for another dog, the geneticist encountered a breeder who prodded him into studying the breed, which can develop health problems including the hormonal condition Addison's disease. From there, DNA samples and X-rays of more than 500 dogs were collected, but the project eventually snowballed into a genetic analysis of 3,241 dogs from 143 breeds. (Globe and Mail)
The Thyroid and Adrenal Connection Apr 2, 2007
Correcting Combined Hypothyroidism and Addison's Disease. Apr 2, 2007. (Suite101.com)
Implication of NALP1 in Autoimmune Disease Mar 22, 2007
The group includes various combinations of generalized vitiligo, autoimmune thyroid disease, latent autoimmune diabetes in adults, rheumatoid arthritis, psoriasis, pernicious anemia, systemic lupus erythematosus, and Addison's disease. Methods We tested 177 single-nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs) spanning the 17p13 linkage peak for association with disease and identified a strong candidate gene. (New England Journal of Medicine)
Benefits of a Gluten-Free Diet Feb 20, 2007
The Living Without article "All in your head" lists the following as conditions possibly associated with gluten: congenital heart disease, recurrent pericarditis (inflammation of the sack around the heart), lung disease, inflammatory bowel disease, autoimmune hepatitis (liver disease), primary biliary cirrhosis (gallbladder dysfunction), Addison's disease (kidney and adrenal dysfunction), systemic lupus erythematosus (an autoimmune disease), vasculitis (inflammation of the blood vessels),... (Suite101.com)
Dictionaries define teacher's dream Feb 20, 2007
Nancy Hutchinson died suddenly from complications relating to Addison's disease, a condition where the adrenal glands fail to function properly. After Nancy Hutchinson's death, her dictionary dream spread north from Council Bluffs to Onawa, Iowa, where her mother-in-law lived. (Sioux City Journal)
Study: Male sweat may be women's aphrodisiac Feb 12, 2007
Inside Bay Area - Study: Male sweat may be women's aphrodisiac. Study: Male sweat may be women's aphrodisiacBy Kristin Bender, STAFF WRITERArticle Last Updated: 02/10/2007 03:34:53 AM PSTBERKELEY Men: Turns out your own sweat may be just the Valentine's Day gift you need to get your gal in the mood for love. (San Mateo County Times)
Be my Valentine -- smell my armpits Feb 12, 2007
They may be used to help those suffering from Addison's disease, which occurs when the adrenal glands do not produce enough cortisol, causing low blood pressure, muscle weakness, weight loss and fatigue. . (Contra Costa Times)
Ingredient in Male Sweat Raises Women's Hormone Levels Feb 9, 2007
In addition to determining that humans use chemosignals to attract one another, the findings could one day be used to create new therapies to correct hormone imbalances most notably alternatives to cortisol replacement, which is used in treat maladies such as Addison's disease (in which the adrenal glands fail to pump out enough cortisol, causing muscle weakness, weight loss and low blood pressure). Cortisol replacement therapy can cause mood swings, ulcers, weight gain and osteoporosis. (Scientific American)
For women, nothing's like the smell of men's sweat Feb 9, 2007
The researchers also said their findings suggest a better way to stimulate cortisol levels in patients who need it, such as those with Addison's disease. Instead of giving cortisol in pill form, which has side effects such as peptic ulcers, osteoporosis, weight gain and mood disorders, smelling a chemical like androstadienone could be used to affect cortisol levels, they suggested. (CNN)
Male Sweat Boosts Women's Hormone Levels Feb 9, 2007
One implication of the finding is that there may be better ways to raise cortisol levels in patients with diseases such as Addison's disease, which is characterized by low cortisol. Instead of giving the hormone in pill form, which has side effects such as ulcers and weight gain, "a potential therapeutic mechanism whereby merely smelling synthesized or purified human chemosignals may be used to modify endocrine balance," the authors wrote. (Science Daily)
McCain's Age Issue Jan 26, 2007
At 43 years old, John Kennedy was the youngest person ever elected president, yet he was beset by many health problems, including Addison's disease, that required him to be on several medications ... As was revealed in 2002, Kennedy was sick from age 13 through the rest of his life, was on chronic-pain medication throughout his presidency and had Addison's disease, an endocrine disorder that until 1940 was a terminal illness. (CBS News)
Hugo Moser, 82; neurologist's portrayal in 'Lorenzo's Oil' belied his real character Jan 26, 2007
Nerves then short-circuit, producing symptoms that include seizures, loss of muscle control, adrenal insufficiency (Addison's disease) and speech, vision and hearing problems. In the most severe forms, such as ALD, the disorders often are fatal. (Los Angeles Times)
Heat Shock Proteins Prove To Be Vital, Will Be Prime Targets For Drug Design Nov 22, 2006
They are immune-suppressive and anti-inflammatory, and are prescribed for such conditions as adrenal insufficiency as in Addison's disease, arthritis, asthma, inflammatory bowel disease and childhood acute lymphoblastic leukemia. "Glucocorticoids are very commonly used in the treatment of diseases," Darimont said. (Science Daily)
One Grandfamily's Story Nov 18, 2006
Lynn suffers from Addison's Disease and problems with her arms and legs, her husband has a brain degenerating disease and nocturnal epilepsy. She has three children of her own. (Suite101.com)
Men's Soccer Collecting Donations for the United Leukodystrophy Foundation in Honor of Pat Lower Nov 4, 2006
Moraga, CA - The men's soccer program will be collecting donations at their final two home games this weekend for the United Leukodystrophy Foundation in support of former men's soccer standout Pat Lower, who was diagnosed with Addison's disease in 2004 ... Pat was named All-WCC Honorable Mention as a freshman, but left school in the spring of 2003 after being diagnosed with Addison's disease. (Smcgaels.com)
Nowhere to Run Sep 24, 2006
" U Back home in January 2004, Pat underwent extensive testing. He was diagnosed locally with Addison's disease, which occurs when the adrenal glands don't produce enough cortisol. ALD damages the adrenal glands and therefore can begin as Addison's. Addison's is treatable, and the Lowers were hopeful Pat would resume a normal life. Instead, his condition worsened, manifested by erratic, sometimes bizarre behavior. He lost weight and was often frustrated and angry. He burned all his soccer... (Mail Tribune, OR)
Estelle Ramey, 89; Doctor, Sharp-Tongued Feminist Sep 17, 2006
She pointed out that during the Cuban missile scare, Kennedy suffered from a serious hormonal disorder Addison's disease, which affects the adrenal gland and that the medications he took were capable of causing severe mood swings. A short time after Berman made the offending remarks, he accepted an invitation from the National Women's Press Club to debate Ramey. (Los Angeles Times)
Ill, Hijacked And Carrying An Exploding Laptop Aug 22, 2006
Addison's Disease Society. Dreams Come True. (Sky News)
Adrenal glands: Adrenals -- have hormones will travel Aug 13, 2006
Too little of the adrenal hormone cortisol causes Addison's disease, marked by weight loss, weakness, fatigue and low blood pressure. It's treated with replacement hormones given in pill forms. (North County Times)
* Bush a little heavier, annual medical reveals Aug 3, 2006
His many ailments included Addison's disease, an affliction of the adrenal gland that almost killed him, and excruciating back pain from osteoporosis. Bush's weight has fluctuated. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World Business)
More of this story Jul 29, 2006
She is a diabetic and uses an insulin pump that supplies insulin 24-hours a day; she has congestive heart disease, Addison's disease, osteoarthritis and is in pain most of the time. Her view of her health. (Porterville Recorder, CA)
Condition Of Nails An Indicator Of Overall Health Apr 29, 2006
Dorothy didn't have melanoma, but her dermatologist discovered she had another disease, melanonychia, which can indicate the onset of Addison's Disease. Meghan is now taking a cream for psoriasis. (CBS New York, NY)
An exercise guru helped ease JFK's back pain Apr 21, 2006
Medical records released by the Kennedy Library in 2002 showed he was taking steroids to combat low levels of the hormone adrenaline caused by Addison's disease; shots of procaine to dull his back pain; and other medications for everything from diarrhea to difficulty sleeping ... By then, Kennedy had endured more than 20 years of back pain -- which has variously been blamed on a car accident; a football injury; the sinking of his boat, PT-109, during World War II; and the long-term effect of... (Boston Globe -- Local)
Worm Hormone Discovery May Aid Fight Against Parasitic Disease Mar 15, 2006
For example, in patients with Addison's disease, the adrenal glands do not produce enough of the steroids cortisol and aldosterone; in some cases, these glands produce none at all. Replacing the missing hormones through replacement therapy can relieve the symptoms of the disease, much as providing the missing ligand to the worms restored their normality. (Science Daily)
Point of ViewHow John F Kennedy's legacy lives on, four decades later Jan 10, 2006
Throughout his presidency, his health was bad: he was often in pain, his back was constantly troublesome, and he suffered from Addison's disease. And while his White House may have been known as Camelot, it was scarcely a safe place for maidens or damsels. (BBC News -- Americas)
