C-charge 'intolerable' for NHS Nov 21, 2008
"There similarly is likely to be an improvement in the incidence of road traffic accidents as a consequence to the overall reduction of vehicle/km and a mode shift away from private to public transport. Experience from the London congestion charge zone indicates there were 11 per cent fewer accidents in the second year after charging than during the previous 12 month period, compared with nine per cent across the rest of London. "Health benefits of increased walking and cycling due to the... (Manchester Evening News)
Saturated fats flare-up small bowel cancer risk Nov 21, 2008
Saturated fats flare-up small bowel cancer risk - TheMedGuru. Last Updated: Friday 21 November 2008 08:55 GMT. (TheMedGuru)
The Great American Smokeout Nov 20, 2008
The idea of quitting collectively came 22 years after the landmark U.S. connecting tobacco use to lung cancer, low birth weight, and coronary disease. Lynn Smith, a newspaper editor in Monticello, Minn. (TIME)
Genetics For Personalized Coronary Heart Disease Treatment Nov 20, 2008
"This is done in order to establish better prediction of a person's risk for coronary heart disease and make appropriate changes in their treatment." ... Low risk was defined as having a less than 10 percent chance of having coronary heart disease in the next 10 years ... 16, 2008) By adding the results of an imaging technique to the traditional risk factors for coronary heart disease, doctors found they were able to improve prediction of heart attacks in people previously. (Science Daily)
Ginkgo Biloba Does Not Reduce Dementia Risk, Study Shows Nov 20, 2008
G. biloba didn't affect the rate of coronary heart disease or stroke, either, the researchers found. It's possible that an effect would have been observed, if the study had gone on longer, because it takes many years to progress from initial brain changes to clinical dementia, Dr. DeKosky noted. (Science Daily)
Quality of Life with PCI vs. Medical Therapy in Stable Coronary Disease Nov 20, 2008
NEJM -- Quality of Life with PCI versus Medical Therapy in Stable Coronary Disease ... Quality of Life with PCI versus Medical Therapy in Stable Coronary Disease ... 14 issue)1 report the results of the Clinical Outcomes Utilizing Revascularization and Aggressive Drug Evaluation (COURAGE) trial, which examined the effect of percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI), as compared with medical therapy alone, on the quality of life in patients with stable coronary disease. (New England Journal of Medicine)
Cyclosporine in Acute Myocardial Infarction Nov 20, 2008
To the Editor: In the article by Piot et al. (July 31 issue),1 cyclosporine, an inhibitor of the mitochondrial permeability transition, decreased infarct size after percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) when administered just before the procedure. Although promising, cyclosporine has drawbacks, including immunosuppression, nephrotoxicity, and variable bioavailability. (New England Journal of Medicine)
Very low birth weight is a risk factor for 1 cause of CKD Nov 20, 2008
5 pounds) caused by prematurity or slow growth prior to birth is a risk factor for adult hypertension, coronary heart disease, stroke, diabetes, and other diseases. However, its association with the development of focal segmental glomerulosclerosis has not been reported. (EurekAlert!)
Attending Religious Services Cuts Death Risk Nov 20, 2008
To evaluate the impact of religiosity on mortality and morbidity, the investigators looked at variables including self-report of religious affiliation, frequency of religious service attendance, and religious strength as well as comfort, in relation to coronary heart disease (CHD) and death. It is important to note that the study did not attempt to measure spirituality; rather, it examined self-report religiosity measures (irrespective of the participants religion). (Newsmax)
Technology Gives 3-D View Of Human Coronary Arteries Nov 19, 2008
18, 2008) For the first time researchers are getting a detailed look at the interior of human coronary arteries, using an optical imaging technique developed at the Wellman Center for Photomedicine at Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH). In their report in the journal JACC: Cardiovascular Imaging, the research team describes how optical frequency-domain imaging (OFDI) gives three-dimensional, microscopic views of significant segments of patients' coronary arteries, visualizing areas of... (Science Daily)
My sister tried to kill me on a bike ride Nov 19, 2008
I can see now she may have been laying the groundwork for a second attempt on my life should the biking not result in the coronary as scripted. As we cycled, my sister was nothing but friendly, cordial and enjoyable. (Globe and Mail)
10 Things You Probably Don't Know about Your Body and Your Health Nov 16, 2008
A measurement below 200 is the "desirable level that puts you at lower risk for coronary heart disease." If your total cholesterol number is not below 200, then get it down there ... Cholesterol is an unwelcome fatty substance that tends to collect in coronary arteries (of some persons) and interfere with blood flow ... Because current research evidence shows that heart disease, atherosclerosis, displays a certain inflammation of the coronary arteries. (PR Newswire)
High-normal Phosphate Levels Linked To Early Atherosclerosis Nov 15, 2008
14, 2008) Healthy adults with higher levels of phosphate in the blood are more likely to have increased levels of calcium in the coronary arteries a key indicator of atherosclerosis and future cardiovascular disease risk, reports a study in the February 2009 issue of the Journal of the American Society of Nephrology (JASN) ... Dr. Foley and colleagues studied the relationship between phosphate levels and coronary artery calcium in 3,015 healthy young adults from a long-term study of risk factors... (Science Daily)
Black dog danger for coronary patients Nov 15, 2008
But the increased risk only applies to coronary patients who are experiencing a depressive episode for the first time, and not to those who had a history of depression before, or at the time of, their heart attack ... au/news/lifeandstyle/health/black-dog-danger-for-coronary-patients/2008/11/15/1226318998520. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Jakarta air getting healthier: Official Nov 15, 2008
The pollutants expelled by motor vehicles and industries cause various diseases, particularly respiratory disease, hypertension, kidney failure, coronary disease and cancer. Budirama said the office used a mobile air monitoring unit to measure air quality during Car-Free Day, which was mostly conducted on weekends when many Jakartans stay at home. (Jakarta Post, Indonesia -- City)
Large Waist Can Almost Double Your Risk Of Premature Death, Says Europe-wide Study Nov 14, 2008
18, 2002) Obesity, as measured by a person s body mass index, has been shown to be an important risk factor for overall mortality as well as coronary heart disease. Less clear is the relationship of. (Science Daily)
50 comments Nov 13, 2008
He died suddenly of a massive coronary in 1995, a few days shy of his 58th birthday. One of the finest people I ve ever known. (Human Events Online)
Glaxo's Avandia fails to slow plaque progression Nov 13, 2008
diabetes medicine Avandia failed to significantly reduce progression of plaque buildup in coronary arteries in a clinical trial presented at a major heart meeting Wednesday ... Patients in the study were an average age of 61 and undergoing coronary procedures such as angiography or plaque-clearing angioplasty. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Business)
Heart-Protective Dark Chocolate Nov 12, 2008
Vasoconstrictors constrict/"strangles" blood vessels impeding blood flow, raising blood pressure, causing coronary spasm, and systemic vascular resistance. The polyphenols reduced blood clotting by preventing platelets from "clumping" together, thereby inhibiting thrombosis. (Suite101.com)
Refractive Surgical Practices In HIV-Positive Persons Nov 12, 2008
(July 25, 2003) HIV-positive adults ages 18 to 34 may be more likely to suffer coronary heart disease than HIV-negative persons their age, a new UCLA study suggests. Reported in the August issue of the Journal of. (Science Daily)
Vitamins E And C Supplements Not Effective For Prevention Of Cardiovascular Disease In Men Nov 12, 2008
Some previous observational studies have also shown a role for vitamin C in reducing coronary heart disease risk. In this study, known as the Physicians' Health Study II, Howard D. Sesso, Sc. (Science Daily)
Nurse’s Notes - Sleep disturbance more damaging to women’s health Nov 12, 2008
Recent research has indicated that sleeping poorly may be associated with the biochemical markers found in chronic diseases such as coronary heart disease, Type II diabetes and hypertension. Now we know that this may be more true for women than men. (Missoulian, MT)
Hispanics Less Likely to Get Repeat Artery Surgery Nov 11, 2008
Even though they have risk factors that could lead to coronary problems, study finds ... SUNDAY, Nov. 9 (HealthDay News) -- Despite certain risk factors, Hispanic patients were 57 percent less likely than Caucasians to undergo coronary artery bypass surgery (CABG) one year after successful angioplasty to open blocked coronary arteries, a new study found ... The study included 542 Hispanic and 1,357 white patients who had percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI), such as angioplasty, from 1999 to... (MEDLINEplus)
Low-dose aspirin does not appear to reduce risk of CV events in patients with diabetes Nov 10, 2008
Low-dose aspirin as primary prevention did not appear to significantly reduce the risk of a combined end point of coronary, cerebrovascular and peripheral vascular events in patients with type 2 diabetes, according to a new study in JAMA. However, aspirin did significantly reduce the combination of fatal coronary and fatal cerebrovascular events ... "Myocardial infarction [heart attack] and ischemic stroke are leading causes of mortality and morbidity in patients with type 2 diabetes. Given the... (EurekAlert!)
Melanin Production Discovered In Fat Tissue May Protect Some Individuals Against Chronic Diseases Associated With Obesity Nov 8, 2008
She believes that the antioxidant, which has been shown to have anti-inflammatory properties, could be the body s natural defense against obesity-related conditions such as type 2 diabetes, coronary heart disease, fatty liver disease, polycystic ovary syndrome and some cancers. Stockpiling extra calories is difficult even for specialized fat cells; having too much lipid molecules takes its toll on the fat cells, producing oxidative stress, says Baranova. (Science Daily)
Study: Death rates improve at NV hospitals Nov 8, 2008
But the study shows mortality rates in Nevada improved from 2005 to 2007 in cardiac surgery and coronary interventional procedures, and gastrointestinal, heart attack, heart failure, pulmonary and stroke treatment ... Death rates in the state were better than the national average in heart failure, pulmonary and stroke, but worse in cardiac surgery, coronary interventional procedures, critical care, gastrointestinal and heart attack. (KRNV.com, NV)
Why optimism isn't always the best strategy Nov 8, 2008
On the other side, even moderate levels of pessimism have been shown to have an effect on blood pressure and, in those recovering from coronary surgery, greater release of enzymes that are associated with heart attack. A very strange twist is that it isn't a clear-cut situation, with optimism all good, and pessimism all bad. (Times Online)
Green Areas Lower Health Inequities Between Rich, Poor Nov 8, 2008
Another British study in the same issue of The Lancet found that best-practice interventions could eliminate most socioeconomic disparities in coronary heart disease deaths ... The researchers looked at 17,186 male civil servants, aged 40 to 69, and found that the 15-year risk of death due to coronary heart disease per 100 men was 11 for men with low-grade employment and 7 ... The researchers calculated that best-practice interventions would reduce overall coronary heart disease deaths by 57... (MEDLINEplus)
Taking the pulse of a sick system Nov 7, 2008
At Campbelltown it is 100 per cent. Two-thirds of Armidale Hospital's general physician staff are locums, and just three physicians cover all-day every-day critical care, coronary care and hospital medicine. Ronald Hawkesford, the director of emergency at Armidale, said bed numbers fell by a third to about 80 in the past 20 years. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
High Quality Protein Promotes Optimal Health Nov 7, 2008
Diets with increased protein and reduced carbohydrates have shown positive effects in treating Type 2 diabetes and reducing risk factors for coronary heart disease ... The study also reported that diets with increased protein and reduced carbohydrates reduce the risk factors for coronary heart disease by increasing the high density lipoprotein (HDL, the good cholesterol), and reducing blood pressure. (Agri-View, WI)
Volcano swings to profit in Q3 Nov 6, 2008
Volcano (Nasdaq: VOLC) makes equipment for diagnosing and treating coronary and peripheral artery disease. The company said revenue growth was driven by increased demand for intravascular ultrasound system machines and catheters. (Sacramento Business Journal, CA)
Folic Acid, B Vitamins Do Not Appear To Affect Cancer Risk Nov 6, 2008
The Women's Antioxidant and Folic Acid Cardiovascular Study included 5,442 U.S. female health professionals age 42 years or older, with pre-existing cardiovascular disease or three or more coronary risk factors, who were randomly assigned to receive either a daily combination (n = 2,721) of folic acid (2 ... 22, 2008) In a large clinical trial involving patients with coronary artery disease, use of B vitamins was not effective for preventing death or cardiovascular events, according to a study... (Science Daily)
Smoke-free Legislation and Acute Coronary Syndrome Nov 6, 2008
To the Editor: Pell et al. (July 31 issue)1 report that smoke-free legislation in Scotland was strongly associated with a decreased risk of the acute coronary syndrome. Nested within their study is a critical and remarkable observation: smokers are also at substantial risk from exposure to secondhand smoke and benefit from its cessation. (New England Journal of Medicine)
Pregnancy's weighty questions Nov 5, 2008
Other research ties an adult's risk of coronary heart disease and type 2 diabetes to birth weight, with the risk increasing as birth weight crosses the 9-pound mark, says Kent Thornburg, director of the heart research center at Oregon Health & Science University. Still, 47 percent of Oregon women who gave birth in 2006 surpassed the ideal weight-gain ranges recommended by the Institute of Medicine and the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, according to the Centers for Disease... (The Oregonian - OregonLive.com)
Pat Dodson delivers peace prize lecture Nov 5, 2008
He acknowledged that illicit drugs and abuse of alcohol had led to greater intergenerational health problems in Aboriginal communities, including schizophrenia, diabetes, coronary and renal disease. "They are primarily outcomes of the exclusion of many Aboriginal people from access to services and resources related to health, education and substance abuse programs over many years and several generations," he said. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Pa. Judge Denies Another Breast Cancer-HRT Claim Nov 4, 2008
The study was discontinued early because of the finding that HRT increased the risk of coronary heart disease and invasive breast cancer, Tereshko wrote in his summary judgment opinion in Coleman. Blaylock said in court papers that she learned of a possible association between her HRT and her breast cancer because of the WHI study. (Law.com)
It's a hairy matter concerning men in Movember Nov 4, 2008
Recent studies reveal men are less likely to visit a doctor than women yet they are three times more likely to die of coronary heart disease or commit suicide and twice as likely to die of skin cancer. So why don't they like to see a doctor. (Wollondilly Advertiser)
Systems Biology And Glycomics Applied To Study Of Human Inflammatory Diseases Nov 3, 2008
4, 2007) Metabolic syndrome is a precursor to diabetes, coronary heart disease, and other serious illnesses. Patients have long been advised to eat a low-fat diet even though carbohydrate restriction has been. (Science Daily)
Aches and pains: Coping with arthritis Nov 2, 2008
Nov. 23: Coronary heart disease. Nov. 30: Heart attacks. (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)
Construction of an odds model of coronary heart disease using published information: the Cardiovascular Health Improvement Model (CHIME) Nov 1, 2008
A worked example is given calculating the 10-year coronary heart disease risk for a 57 year-old non-diabetic male with no personal or family history of cardiovascular disease, who smokes 30 cigarettes a day and has a systolic blood pressure of 137 mmHg, a total cholesterol (TC) of 6. 2 mmol/l, a high density lipoprotein (HDL) of 1. (BioMed Central)
New Drug Target In Obesity: Fat Cells Make Lots Of Melanin Oct 31, 2008
Obesity increases the risk of diseases and health conditions, such as high blood pressure, osteoarthritis, dyslipidemia, Type 2 diabetes, coronary heart disease, stroke, gallbladder disease, sleep apnea and respiratory problems, and some cancers ... 20, 2004) Individuals with the metabolic syndrome are at risk of coronary heart disease, stroke, vascular disease, and type 2 diabetes. (Science Daily)
Legislators restore funding for zoos Oct 31, 2008
Supporters pointed to studies linking trans fats to coronary heart disease and the premature death of more than 4,000 people annually in Massachusetts. Opponents said that this decision should be left up to each restaurant and noted that individuals can decide to which restaurant they go. (Somerville Journal, MA)
NHS 'underfunding' poorest areas Oct 30, 2008
On average, practices in poorer areas lost out and those in wealthier neighbourhoods gained to the tune of 94,000 annually - the equivalent of 12 coronary bypasses. Only a handful of primary care trusts (PCTs) were passing on funds in line with the Department of Health's "fair shares" guidelines for equitable distribution, according to figures released to the Health Service Journal under freedom of information legislation. (Ananova -- UK Headlines)
New Hormone Data Can Predict Menopause Within A Year Oct 30, 2008
30, 2008) For many women, including the growing number who choose later-in-life pregnancy, predicting their biological clock's relation to the timing of their menopause and infertility is critically important. Now, investigators from the University of Michigan have provided new information about hormonal biomarkers that can address the beginning of the menopause transition. (Science Daily)
The 30-minute Obamathon Oct 30, 2008
You re going to have a coronary. Now, do you really mean prejudiced, bigoted or racist. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
* World News Quick Take Oct 29, 2008
Coronary victims take risks. More than one-third of heart attack victims drive themselves to hospital instead of calling for an ambulance, delaying potentially life-saving treatments, says a new study. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Ghana to ban tobacco smoking in public Oct 29, 2008
Passive smokers are at a greater risk of getting lung cancer, coronary heart diseases and even cardiac death. In children, whilst 700 million people are exposed to tobacco smoking, a Ghana Health Service survey conducted in 2005 also revealed that one-third of Junior High School pupils were exposed to the smoke. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Supercomputer provides massive computational boost to biomedical research at TGen Oct 29, 2008
The new supercomputer will help TGen's efforts in translational biomedicine, developing new therapies targeted for individual patients suffering from Alzheimer's, autism, diabetes, coronary heart disease, melanoma, pancreatic cancer, prostate cancer, colon cancer, multiple myeloma, and breast cancer. Dr. Edward Suh, TGen's Chief Information Officer, said a joint TGen-ASU computer support team is being assembled, and he urged the creation of more partnerships between TGen and ASU.. (EurekAlert!)
What's killing us? (17) Oct 26, 2008
Klamath County ranked higher than the state average in asthma, arthritis, cancer, diabetes, coronary heart disease and heart attacks. It matched the state average in the percentage of strokes. (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)
Cardiovascular Outcomes after a Change in Prescription Policy for Clopidogrel Oct 23, 2008
Clopidogrel in combination with aspirin is the recommended standard of care for patients receiving coronary stents to prevent thrombosis. We examined the population-level effect of a change by a Canadian provincial government in a pharmacy-benefits program from a prior-authorization policy to a less restrictive, limited-use policy on access to clopidogrel among patients undergoing percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) with stenting after acute myocardial infarction ... The primary outcome was... (New England Journal of Medicine)
Boston Scientific Announces Results for Third Quarter Ended September 30, 2008 Oct 22, 2008
16 -- Maintained U.S. drug-eluting stent (DES) market leadership -- Achieved worldwide cardiac rhythm management (CRM) sales growth of 11 percent -- Launched the COGNIS(TM) CRT-D and TELIGEN(TM) ICD devices in the U.S. -- Received FDA approval for the TAXUS(R) Express2(TM) Atom(TM) Paclitaxel-Eluting Coronary Stent System, the first DES for small vessels -- Launched the PROMUS(TM) Everolimus-Eluting Coronary Stent System in the U.S. -- Generated $638 million of operating cash flow -- Paid down... (PR Newswire)
Lilly CEO forecasts drug maker's evolution Oct 22, 2008
Lilly and its Japanese partner, Daiichi Sankyo Co., hope to gain approval of the drug to treat patients with acute coronary syndromes, such as heart attacks or unstable angina, who are at risk of developing blood clots. Analysts, who have expressed concern about the depth of Lilly's product pipeline, say the drug could eventually bring in more than $1 billion in annual sales. (Yahoo News -- Pharmaceutical Industry News)
• Food science author Pollan to speak in Ketchum Oct 22, 2008
"In Defense of Food" explores today's typical American diet and questions much of what science taught during the 20th century - for example, that the consumption of fat and dietary cholesterol leads to a higher rate of coronary disease. Pollan looks at traditional cultures where food is associated with pleasure, identity and sociality - rather than just with good health - and asks why it is that such societies end up with healthier citizens than Americans, who are schooled in what he calls... (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
Terry Rindfleisch: Get moving guidelines’ goals are within reach Oct 22, 2008
The guidelines say regular physical activity reduces the risk in adults of early death, coronary heart disease, stroke, high blood pressure, type 2 diabetes, colon and breast cancer and depression. The recommended amount of physical activity in children and adolescents improves cardiorespiratory and muscular fitness as well as bone health, and contributes to favorable body composition, according to the guidelines. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Seeing savings in medical tourism Oct 20, 2008
In the market for a coronary bypass ... According to the Medical Tourism Association, a coronary bypass costs $130,000 in the United States, between $6,650 to $9,300 in India, $11,000 in Thailand, $16,500 in Singapore and $24,000 in Costa Rica. (Milwaukee Business Journal, WI)
Health insurer, business see savings in medical tourism Oct 20, 2008
In the market for a coronary bypass. You might want to consider booking a flight to India. (Milwaukee Business Journal, WI)
Chinese firm recalls herbal medicine Oct 19, 2008
It is also believed to be helpful in treating coronary heart disease, nervous exhaustion and menopausal problems. Testing on ciwujia samples showed the product was tainted with bacteria, SFDA said and added authorities were investigating how the contamination happened. (Sify.com, India)
Health & Medicine Oct 19, 2008
Coronary arterial disease results from the buildup of plaque. The plaque reduces blood flow to the heart, leading to pain and sometimes heart attack. (Investors Business Daily)
China drug firm recalls ginseng injections after deaths Oct 19, 2008
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Obesity can raise inflammation risk Oct 19, 2008
White blood cells are key to fighting infection, but high levels can be a sign of inflammation, which is linked to coronary heart disease. To reach the conclusion, a team from the Pennington Biomedical Research Center carried out tests on 452 healthy men who were taking part in a long-term study of fitness. (India Times, India -- Health/Science)
Obesity 'lifts inflammation risk' Oct 18, 2008
White blood cells are key to fighting infection, but high levels can be a sign of inflammation, which is linked to coronary heart disease. The study appears in the British Journal of Sports Medicine. (BBC News)
Resverlogix Announces Closing of Debt Redemption Oct 18, 2008
The NexVas(TM) program is the Company's primary focus which is to develop novel small molecules that enhance ApoA-I. These vital therapies address the grievous burden of atherosclerosis and other important diseases such as acute coronary syndrome, diabetes, Alzheimer's disease and other vascular disorders. The Company's secondary focus is TGF-Beta Shield(TM), a program that aims to address burgeoning grievous diseases, such as cancer and fibrosis. (PR Newswire)
Smoking Increases Risk for Aortic Aneurysm Oct 18, 2008
Other risk factors for aortic aneurysms were increasing height, high blood pressure or cholesterol, and coronary and peripheral artery disease. Use of hormone replacement therapy (HRT) and the presence of diabetes were associated with a reduced risk. (Insider Medicine)
Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm More Likely In Women Who Smoke Oct 18, 2008
has more bad news for women smokers. " Abdominal aortic aneurysm events in the women's health initiative: cohort study Frank A Lederle, Joseph C Larson, Karen L Margolis, Matthew A Allison, Matthew S Freiberg, Barbara B Cochrane, William F Graettinger, J David Curb BMJ (2008). 337:a1724 doi:10.1136/bmj.a1724 Written by: Peter M Crosta Copyright: Medical News Today Not to be reproduced without permission of Medical News Today Please rate this article: (Hover over the stars then click to rate)... (Medical News Today)
Daiichi Sankyo and Lilly Respond to Speculation on Status of Prasugrel New Drug Application Oct 17, 2008
Prasugrel is an investigational antiplatelet agent for the treatment of patients with acute coronary syndromes (ACS) who are being managed with an artery-opening procedure known as percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI), which is usually followed by the placement of a stent to help keep the artery open ... A central focus of Daiichi Sankyo's research and development is cardiovascular disease, including therapies for dyslipidemia, hypertension, diabetes, and acute coronary syndrome ... (i)... (PR Newswire)
