Argentina investigates deaths of vaccinated kids Aug 16, 2008
The drug, designed to fight pneumonia, ear infections and several other pneumococcal diseases, was manufactured by the London-based GlaxoSmithKline PLC, the world's second-largest drug maker. advertisement. (MSNBC -- Health)
* Argentina investigates experimental vaccine deaths Aug 16, 2008
The drug, designed to fight pneumonia, ear infections and several other pneumococcal diseases, was manufactured by the London-based GlaxoSmithKline PLC, the worlds second-largest drug maker. Sarah Alspach, a US spokeswoman for Glaxo, said the company was not attributing the deaths to the experimental vaccine, which is being tested in three Latin American countries and in other countries around the world. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Chronic Ear Infections Linked To Increased Obesity Risk; Taste Damage Can Lead To Preferences For Fatty And Sugary Foods Aug 16, 2008
15, 2008) Ear infections are a painful rite of passage for many children. New research suggests the damage caused by chronic ear infections could be linked to people's preference for fatty foods, which increases their risk of being overweight as they age ... "Any potential association between these two public health issues is of considerable interest." Bartoshuk presented some preliminary findings that a strong link between localized taste damage from chronic middle ear infections, or otitis... (Science Daily)
Argentina probes trial drug after 14 children die Aug 16, 2008
Drug is aimed at fighting pneumonia, ear infections ... Argentina's food and drug agency has told The Associated Press that it is checking to see if the deaths are linked to the Synflorix vaccine, which is aimed at fighting pneumonia, ear infections and several other pneumococcal diseases. (CNN -- World)
Ear infections 'link' to obesity Aug 15, 2008
Children can be prone to ear infections. A history of severe ear infections or tonsil trouble may increase the chances of being obese later in life, according to scientists ... In the first, more than 6,000 adults were quizzed about their history of ear infections and the results suggested that those with a moderate to severe history were 62% more likely to be obese. (BBC News -- UK)
Moms decry child-care aid cuts Aug 15, 2008
Children who suffer frequent ear infections are more prone to excess weight gain, according to surprising studies presented Thursday by a University of Minnesota researcher and others. Media Center. (Yahoo News -- Child Welfare)
Win for Sarkozy Aug 15, 2008
Page last updated at 09:55 GMT, Thursday, 14 August 2008 10:55 UK. Cautious welcome for Sarkozy deal. (BBC News -- Europe)
Swiss banking giant's woes Aug 15, 2008
Page last updated at 15:35 GMT, Tuesday, 12 August 2008 16:35 UK. By Imogen Foulkes BBC News, Geneva. (BBC News -- Europe)
Boys harmed by 'get rich' culture Aug 15, 2008
Page last updated at 10:05 GMT, Thursday, 14 August 2008 11:05 UK. Boys harmed by 'get rich' culture. (BBC News)
Kids' Obesity Linked to Ear Infections Aug 15, 2008
Kids' Obesity Linked to Ear Infections - washingtonpost ... Kids' Obesity Linked to Ear Infections ... THURSDAY, Aug. 14 (HealthDay News) -- Damage caused by chronic ear infections in children may alter their sense of taste, making fatty and sweet foods more desirable and increasing the risk of obesity. (Washington Post)
Roman coffins discovered at dig Aug 15, 2008
Page last updated at 14:00 GMT, Thursday, 14 August 2008 15:00 UK. The sarcophagi are thought to have used to bury a powerful family. (BBC News -- Science)
Bond producer joins UK Film board Aug 15, 2008
Page last updated at 15:12 GMT, Thursday, 14 August 2008 16:12 UK. Broccoli co-produces the Bond films with her brother Michael G Wilson. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
Radiohead deny film score claim Aug 15, 2008
Page last updated at 13:01 GMT, Thursday, 14 August 2008 14:01 UK. Radiohead insist they have only contributed a single song. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
Zeta-Jones's grandmother dies Aug 15, 2008
Page last updated at 11:35 GMT, Thursday, 14 August 2008 12:35 UK. Zeta's namesake grandmother dies. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
Iraq suicide blast kills pilgrims Aug 15, 2008
" Iskandariya had seen a recent decline in violence due to an influx of US troops and a Sunni backlash against al-Qaeda. Tens of thousands of Shia pilgrims are expected to flock to Karbala this weekend. Bookmark with: SERVICES E-MAILED UK firms face migrant work fees Nigerian advises against 86 wives Man banned from sex at love nest Ear infections 'link' to obesity Guide to planned US missile shield READ Rice to push Georgia-Russia deal Canadian sentenced for sex abuse US celebrities spied... (BBC News -- Africa)
Twice torn apart Aug 15, 2008
Page last updated at 12:38 GMT, Thursday, 14 August 2008 13:38 UK. Partitions scar Pakistani woman. (BBC News -- South Asia)
Pediatrics: Lots of Sore Throats Aug 15, 2008
A pediatrician at Sandhills Pediatrics on West Illinois Avenue in Southern Pines, Boals says his daily routine is dominated by colds, sore throats, ear infections and asthma. "Medicine is pattern recognition," Boals says. (The Pilot Newspaper)
Adverse Reactions To Antibiotics Send Thousands Of Patients To The ER Aug 14, 2008
21, 2006) For children with acute ear infections seen in an emergency department, giving parents the option of delaying use of antibiotics resulted in significantly lower use of antibiotics compared to parents. (Oct. (Science Daily)
New Breastfeeding Study Shows Most Moms Quit Early Aug 13, 2008
Breast milk is considered healthiest for babies because it is easily digested and provides antibodies that prevent ear infections and other illnesses. Earlier work by Forste supports research highlighting the link between breastfeeding and infant survival. (Science Daily)
Go slow on medicating children Aug 11, 2008
Children now take drugs for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety, vitamin D deficiency, iron deficiency, lack of fluoride, calcium deficiency, heartburn, slow gastric emptying, urinary backup, menstrual regulation, recurrent ear infections, constipation, bed wetting, headache, obsessive compulsive disorder, and anorexia - the list goes on ... For instance, we used to put children with recurrent ear infections on low-dose antibiotics for months at a time... (Boston Globe)
Wheezing After Early-life Antibiotics Aug 8, 2008
20, 2008) When prescribed to children with middle ear infections, antibiotics are not associated with a significant reduction in fluid buildup in the ear, according to a meta-analysis of previously published. (May 20, 2008) A new study has found that swimming pools in remote Aboriginal communities can dramatically reduce rates of skin, ear and chest infections. (Science Daily)
Ondine Announces Publication of Positive Results from Pseudomonas aeruginosa Eradication Study Aug 7, 2008
"Pseudomonads can cause dangerous infections in humans including respiratory infections, burn and wound infections, bacteremias, severe external ear infections, and bone and joint infections. Pseudomonads are one of the most difficult-to-kill microorganisms. Our photodisinfection technology has proven capable of eradicating this virulent pathogen in short time periods, without producing dangerous by-products. In addition, Photodisinfection does not induce the bacterial resistance factors that... (Canada Newswire)
New mums encouraged to breast-feed Aug 7, 2008
Breast milk is also said to protect babies from infection and diseases such as gastro-intestinal infections, ear infections, urine infections, eczema and obesity in later childhood. Yesterday the DoH announced it would be investing an extra 2 million to help improve the UK's breast-feeding rate, and in particular help mums in deprived areas. (Oxford Mail)
What is the BFHI, why do we need it? Aug 7, 2008
In the United States formula feeding is associated with an array of illnesses during the first year of the baby's life, such as diarrhea, vomiting and ear infections. According to a comprehensive analysis conducted by the Tuft-New England Medical Center Evidence-based Practice Center (EPC), exclusively breastfeeding infants for at least 4 months reduces the risk of hospitalization for respiratory diseases by as much as 72 percent (Ip, Chung, Raman, Chew, Magula, DeVine, et al, 2007). (Nogales International, AZ)
Physicians Ask EPA, 'Antibiotics To Cure Sick Apples, Or Sick Children?' Aug 5, 2008
14, 2008) A new five-year study confirms the suspected close link between the two most common diseases of young children: colds and ear infections. Ear infections are the driving force behind antibiotic ... 7, 2006) Ear infections are among the most common diseases seen in pediatric practice. (Science Daily)
Wise To Use Pharmacy Walk-In Clinics? Aug 3, 2008
Use the clinics only for acute problems, such as ear infections, sore throats that may be strep throats, or vaccinations. But if you have a serious and/or chronic problem, such as diabetes, asthma, etc. (CBS News)
Campaign to create awareness about breastfeeding Aug 3, 2008
Bangalore: Mothers who don't breastfeed are at a higher risk of getting breast and ovarian cancer, say experts. To create awareness about breastfeeding among mothers and gather community support in achieving this objective, some hospitals in the city have lined up a series of informative programmes. (Times of India)
Babe's kin goes to bat for ailing tot Aug 2, 2008
"Any kind of illness can send his ammonia levels high - fever, ear infections, any kind of stress on the body and he goes into the hospital," she said. "When he was first diagnosed, I thought they said he had pneumonia. It took me a while to understand that they were saying it was ammonia and there was only one other child in the state with the disease.". (New Britain Herald, CT)
CSCR teams up with Board of Health Aug 2, 2008
Health effects related to swimming in polluted waters could include ear infections, conjunctivitis and rashes. The most common ailment is gastro-intestinal disorders, stemming from swimmers, especially children, swallowing water. (Cohasset Mariner, MA)
ZOO FROM HELL: Hundreds of sick animals removed from home... Aug 1, 2008
The rabbits have been cleaned up and treated for ear infections. But the ram, covered in a dirty coat of wool about a foot thick, can barely stand and remains too sick to walk. (The Drudge Report)
First week in August is Breastfeeding Week Aug 1, 2008
Breastfeeding offers a number of short-term health benefits for breastfed babies, including increased resistance to infections, earlier development of the infant immune system, decreased risk of ear infections and decreased risk of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome. Long-term benefits include reduced incidence of childhood obesity, reduced risk of juvenile diabetes, childhood cancers, allergic disease/asthma and increased neurological development that may result in higher IQs. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
Whats Going Around, Fourth Week in July Jul 31, 2008
In Brighton, Dr. Correne Wirt is treating ear infections, Coxsackie virus, diarrhea, and head lice. In Greece, Dr. Laurie Shin is treating kids with fevers, a stomach bug, and ear infections. (WOKR13 Rochester)
Blue Cross and Blue Shield eliminates co-pays for retail customers Jul 30, 2008
The plan is intended to encourage members to use retail clinics for treating ailments such as sore throats, allergies, ear infections and routine vaccinations. Blue Cross members in Minnesota made over 40,000 visits to retail clinics in 2007, a nearly 100 percent increase over the previous year. (Twin Cities Business Journal, MN)
Antimicrobial Sutures Reduce Infections In Brain Shunt Surgery, Study Finds Jul 29, 2008
ScienceDaily (July 28, 2008) Children born with hydrocephalus, or "water on the brain" must have shunts implanted to drain the fluid away from the brain to reduce harmful pressure. While shunts do their job well, the rate of shunt infection in children is very high for a variety of reasons, which requires putting the child through another surgery to replace the shunt, bringing with it more hospital time, potential additional neurological complications and an increased risk of death. (Science Daily)
Lung Inflammation From Influenza And Other Infections Could Be Turned Off Following New Discovery Jul 29, 2008
Infectious disease experts have completed clinical trials on a vaccine designed to eliminate chronic ear infections. The vaccine works on 7. (Science Daily)
Health Cure Express Jul 29, 2008
Greenville Health Care Express will focus on walk-in patients experiencing less acute health problems, such as bronchitis, sore throat, sinus infections and ear infections. Ribeiro said the clinic will see children and adults. (The Daily Reflector)
Pregnancy can motivate smokers to kick habit Jul 28, 2008
Ashley Adams and her son Johnny in their Shawnee, Okla. Adams gave up smoking when she was pregnant but began again after he was born. (USA Today)
Insurers to coverdrugstore clinic visits Jul 24, 2008
Services will include vaccinations and treatment of common ailments such as ear infections, poison ivy, and minor burns. Without insurance, prices range from $59 to $69 at CVS's MinuteClinics, and from $59 to $74 at Walgreen clinics. (Boston Globe)
GPs told to cut antibiotics usage Jul 23, 2008
But guidelines published by Nice say doctors should defer from prescribing antibiotics straight away for ear infections, sore throats, sinus trouble and coughs and colds in children and adults. It also gives guidance on when to prescribe the drugs, including issuing a prescription for use later on should the symptoms worsen. (BBC News -- UK)
Closing the gap Jul 23, 2008
Web search enhanced by. Wednesday July 23, 2008. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Whooping cough case reported in Minidoka County Jul 23, 2008
The cough usually comes after a cold, and other symptoms include vomiting, pneumonia and ear infections. The disease is more severe in infants and younger children. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
Health Matters: Secondhand Smoke: What is it? Jul 22, 2008
In infants and children, secondhand smoke causes low birth weight and increases the risk for sudden infant death syndrome, middle ear infections, asthma, decreased lung function and lower respiratory tract infections, including pneumonia and bronchitis. In Massachusetts. (Needham Tab, MA)
Is there any way to prevent ear infections after swimming? Jul 21, 2008
Is there any way to prevent ear infections after swimming ... Is there any way to prevent ear infections after swimming. (Boston Globe)
Amniotic Fluid Measurements: Single Deepest Pocket Is Best Test Of Fetus At Risk Jul 21, 2008
Ear infections are a common condition in children, reducing their hearing and often requiring surgery. A simple new device solves the problem for 85. (Science Daily)
More on Motrin and Stevens-Johnson syndrome Jul 19, 2008
Unlike ear infections or strep throat or chicken pox, Stevens-Johnson syndrome isn't one of those conditions that most parents worry about. Until now. (Los Angeles Times)
Children wait years for ear, nose and throat ops Jul 17, 2008
Research has found children who have untreated ear infections in their early years are at risk of becoming truants and doing badly at school. Yet they can be easily treated by inserting grommets - tiny tubes that give the middle ear a chance to recover from recurrent infection. (Courier Mail)
Newly Identified Enzyme Treats Deadly Bacterial Infections In Mice Jul 8, 2008
We have reached another critical milestone, says Fischetti, who previously showed that Cpl-1 prevents ear infections in mice. To argue that these enzymes can be clinically effective, we had to prove that they not only kill antibiotic-resistant bacteria but also reverse their symptoms of disease. (Science Daily)
Beacon Hill grab bag Jul 7, 2008
Breast-fed children have fewer ear infections, less obesity, and less diabetes. The country could save $3. (Boston Globe)
Eric Jokisch Blogs From New England Jul 5, 2008
Right now I am nursing a pair of ear infections, and getting ready to leave for a two-hour trip to Pittsfield, Mass. With a month left before the playoffs, the team is starting to come together, and hopefully we can make push during July and into August. (Nusports.com)
Doctor prescribes plain talk when it comes to medicine Jul 4, 2008
The topics are depression, migraine headaches, ear infections, diabetes, high cholesterol, hypertension also called high blood pressure, asthma, overweight and obesity, lower back pain, and cancer screening guidelines. The chapters are written using as little doctor-speak, as he calls it, and attempts to deliver a clear explanation of the disease. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
More Severe Bone Infections, Health Complications In Children Linked To MRSA, Researchers Find Jul 2, 2008
ScienceDaily (July 1, 2008) The emergence of methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) as a major pathogen has led to more complications and longer hospital stays for children with acute bone infections, UT Southwestern Medical Center researchers report. Acute osteomyelitis, a bone infection that predominantly occurs in children, is usually caused by the staph bacteria. (Science Daily)
The butterfly effect Jun 29, 2008
Other indications for tonsillectomy include abscesses on one or both tonsils, frequent ear infections in association with tonsillitis and ongoing swallowing difficulties as a result of tonsillar enlargement or infection. Share this article. (Melbourne Herald Sun)
Forrest woman works to rid food of harmful additives Jun 29, 2008
Among the symptoms that have been helped by the Feingold diet are: hyperactivity, attention deficits, oppositional defiant disorder, autism and dyslexia, as well as some physical complaints like ear infections, hives, headaches and asthma, it states at. The diet/ADHD link has been in the news recently, said Harrell. (Pontiac Daily Leader, IL)
Walker animal shelter going high-tech with microchip implants Jun 26, 2008
THE SHELTERCARE 30-DAY GIFT COVERAGE Illness coverage * Upper respiratory tract infection * Kennel cough/infectious tracheobronchitis (lower respiratory tract infection) * Intestinal parasites * Urinary tract infection (including FLUTD) * Ear infections * Mange/mite infections (skin/ears) * Canine parvovirus/feline panleukopenia infection (feline distemper) Accident coverage * Foreign body ingestion removal * Motor vehicle accident * Bone fractures * Poison ingestion (defined) *Needs are covered... (WWalker County Messenger, GA)
Taxing time to stabilise climate Jun 25, 2008
Dummy use link to ear infections. Berlusconi bill' passed in Italy. (BBC News)
UK soldier killed in Afghanistan Jun 25, 2008
" Ten British service personnel have been killed in Afghanistan since 8 June, six of them from the Parachute Regiment. Privates Nathan Cuthbertson, David Murray and Daniel Gamble died in a suicide bombing while on foot patrol. Fellow Paras L/Cpl James Bateman and Pte Jeff Doherty died under fire from the Taleban on 12 June. The first British woman soldier to be killed in Afghanistan, Cpl Sarah Bryant, of 15 (United Kingdom) Psychological Operations Group, died on 17 June. SAS reservists Cpl Sean... (BBC News -- UK)
MPs call for tighter biosecurity Jun 25, 2008
Page last updated at 00:54 GMT, Wednesday, 25 June 2008 01:54 UK. The 2007 foot-and-mouth outbreak originated at Pirbright. (BBC News -- UK)
Flooding plan 'needs improvement' Jun 25, 2008
" Bookmark with: SUMMER 2007 FLOODS LATEST NEWS FEATURES IN PICTURES BACKGROUND AND ANALYSIS HAVE YOUR SAY CLICKABLE GUIDE VIDEO AND AUDIO RELATED INTERNET LINKS The BBC is not responsible for the content of external internet sites E-MAILED Gear mistake flattens sports car UK tourist 'food poisoning' death Dynamic Tower plans unveiled 'Berlusconi bill' passed in Italy Dummy use link to ear infections READ US to ignore Zimbabwe poll result Abducted Pakistani men found dead 'Berlusconi bill'... (BBC News -- UK)
Heathrow 'needs a third runway' Jun 25, 2008
" Mr Matthews will ask. In contrast, the business lobby group London First said the priority should be improving the existing airport before a decision to expand was taken. In a report also to be published later, it suggests this could involve reducing the number of flights or using operational changes at Heathrow to release the pressure on the airport. Break-up? BAA is also facing a ruling from the Competition Commission relating to BAA's ownership of London's three biggest airports. There is... (BBC News -- UK)
Sickness bug found in tap water Jun 25, 2008
Page last updated at 07:03 GMT, Wednesday, 25 June 2008 08:03 UK. Homes in Northampton, Daventry and villages must boil water. (BBC News -- UK)
Planning Bill concessions offered Jun 25, 2008
Page last updated at 17:49 GMT, Tuesday, 24 June 2008 18:49 UK. The lengthy T5 planning inquiry was used to justify the planning shake-up. (BBC News -- UK)
Shocked city holds murder vigil Jun 25, 2008
Page last updated at 06:38 GMT, Wednesday, 25 June 2008 07:38 UK. The death of Emmet Shiels has sparked a wave of revulsion. (BBC News -- UK)
Controversial diet drug approved Jun 25, 2008
Page last updated at 23:02 GMT, Tuesday, 24 June 2008 00:02 UK. Rimonabant is not recommended for people who are depressed. (BBC News -- UK)
New witness law plans 'in days' Jun 25, 2008
Page last updated at 19:15 GMT, Tuesday, 24 June 2008 20:15 UK. New witness law plans 'in days. (BBC News -- UK)
How wedding couple sparked UFO alert Jun 25, 2008
Page last updated at 16:40 GMT, Tuesday, 24 June 2008 17:40 UK. Wedding couple sparked UFO alert. (BBC News -- UK)
