DEP to Conduct Aerial Mosquito Treatments to Stem West Nile Virus in Southeastern Counties Aug 26, 2008
Certain mosquito species carry the West Nile virus, which, when transmitted to people, can cause West Nile encephalitis, an infection that can result in an inflammation of the brain. One human case of the West Nile virus has been confirmed this year in a 27-year-old Montgomery County woman. (PR Newswire)
Infections may trigger premature birth Aug 26, 2008
Certain infections, such as vaginal or urinary tract infections, are known to raise the risk of premature birth, presumably by causing inflammation that in turn triggers labor. But how much of a role infections play, especially those that don't cause outward symptoms, has been a key question, said Dr. Michael Katz of the March of Dimes, who wasn't part of the new study. (MSNBC -- Health)
Magnets 'could cut NHS drug bill' Aug 26, 2008
Prof Chris Gregory, of the university's Centre for Inflammation Research, said the technique could cut the price of NHS medicines like breast cancer treatment Herceptin and arthritis drug Enbrel. He said the findings could also have implications for vaccine development and stem cell research. (BBC News -- UK)
Crede back with Sox after painful journey Aug 26, 2008
Joe Crede had been on the DL since July 22 with back lumbar inflammation. (Ron Vesely/Getty Images). (MLB.com -- Chi White Sox White Sox)
Ask the Sports Doc: Knee pain Aug 26, 2008
Shin splints occur when there are stresses across the front of the tibia which then causes either a stress fracture or inflammation of the soft tissue lining. A lot of the pain can be alleviated with rest from running for a couple of weeks and then gradually getting back into the exercise routine. (Suffolk News Herald, VA)
Treating Rheumatoid Arthritis: New Guidelines Developed For Physicians Aug 26, 2008
Many anti-arthritic drugs are designed to stop damaging inflammation, and biologics work to interrupt the chain of events that leads to inflammation. Newer biologics called anti-TNF agents adalimumab (Humira), etanercept (Enbrel) and infliximab (Remicade) prevent the production of an immunity protein that plays a role in inflammation. (Science Daily)
Study Reveals How Blood Flow Force Prevents Clogged Arteries Aug 26, 2008
Resultant inflammation makes plaques more likely to cut off flow ... Alternatively, drug designers might create super-active Fyn, amplifying the signaling effects of PECAM-1 phosphorylation to protect vulnerable areas of blood vessels from inflammation ... 17, 2008) Researchers have discovered how diabetes, by driving inflammation and slowing blood flow, dramatically accelerates atherosclerosis. (Science Daily)
Amazon Trip Yields Biological Treasure Trove Aug 26, 2008
" The students collected the specimens in March of 2007 and spent much of the next six months isolating and culturing the organisms, sequencing their DNA, and screening them for biological activity. Nearly half of the organisms analyzed showed evidence of bioactivity. Endophytes remain relatively unstudied by scientists, however their potential value was illustrated more than a decade ago when the blockbuster cancer drug taxol was isolated from a fungal endophyte collected from a Pacific Yew... (Science Daily)
Probiotics benefit whole body: Study Aug 26, 2008
However, it may occasionally cause inflammation and damage to healthy tissue. "Inflammation is a major factor in a number of chronic diseases affecting millions of people and can cause an unwanted impact on healthy tissue," said Liam O'Mahony of University College, Cork (Ireland) and lead investigator of the new study ... Inflammation is associated with a wide range of conditions, such as bowel disease, arthritis, bacterial-induced colitis, type I diabetes and organ transplantation. (Sify.com, India)
Going eye tech Aug 26, 2008
Cholesterol shows up as plaque in an artery; a dilated, inflamed blood vessel indicates high blood pressure; cancer is a raised, dark pigmentation; blotches caused by hemorrhaging blood vessels indicate diabetes; inflammation that discolors the optic nerve is a possible indication of multiple sclerosis. A case in point is a local woman in her mid-50s who visited Miller four months ago for a routine eye examination. (Durango Herald)
Anti-Cancer Power? Aug 26, 2008
"It looks like it reduces inflammation in the body and that in turn may help the body fight disease," Sadler said. Quercetin is found in many foods like onions, blueberries, tea and apple skin. (NBCSandiego.com, CA)
Lens implant offers hope - Experimental surgery may be able to correct condition before blindness Aug 26, 2008
They have some risks: Surgical infection, inflammation, a potential for cataracts to form. At about 4,000 an eye, it s more expensive than the controversial laser eye surgery LASIK, but the lenses can be removed if there are problems. (Missoulian, MT)
YOU Docs: There are cheap ways to get fit Aug 26, 2008
The trouble is, it's really a $10 menu, because for each $1 spent there, you need to save $9 more for future costs - letting out your clothes, dealing with the stress of weight gain, buying diet books and cleaning up the health-busting inflammation that fatty fast foods instigate. Here's where to save and where to splurge so your wallet stays fat (or that flat-screen finally comes home) and your body stays healthy at the same time. (Athens Banner-Herald)
The Heart Health Benefits of Pistachios Aug 26, 2008
(ARA) - Pistachios are a "super food" for health and fitness-focused Americans, according to a new Penn State study that examined the effects of pistachios on multiple cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk factors, including cholesterol, blood pressure and inflammation. A diet rich in pistachios packs a powerful nutrition punch, the study shows. (Fredericksburg Standard Radio Post, TX)
Apple juice 'may prevent asthma' Aug 26, 2008
Dr Peter Burney, who led the project, said that it was possible that 'phytochemicals' in apples, such as flavanoids and phenolic acids, were helping to calm the inflammation in the airways which is a key feature of both wheezing and asthma. He said it wasn't clear why a link between eating apples themselves and reduced asthma symptoms - already spotted in other research in adults - did not appear among these children. (Yahoo News -- Allergies and Asthma)
Francisco replaces Guardado at closer Aug 26, 2008
52 ERA, and Joaquin Benoit, who missed a month because of right shoulder inflammation, will likely share the duties. Benoit was the Rangers Pitcher of the Year in 2007 for his work as a setup reliever, but his velocity is down this season because of the shoulder problems. (MLB.com -- Texas Rangers)
Worm diet 'treats bowel disorder' Aug 26, 2008
Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis and other forms of inflammatory bowel disease appear to be caused by an overactive immune system, which causes inflammation in the digestive system. The condition is incurable, and normal treatments include steroids, which can reduce the inflammation, although these have been known to produce side effects. (Yahoo News -- Alternative Medicine)
It's all in your head: Opening wide can do more than help your teeth Aug 26, 2008
What it comes down to, said a medical study that reviewed current research and was published in April, is that keeping the mouth bacteria in check can reduce inflammation in the body and have an effect on a number of diseases. Sleep apnea. (Racine Journal Times, WI)
'Dancing' stars lined up for fall Aug 26, 2008
Among other female participants: All My Children star Susan Lucci; actress/model Brooke Burke; entertainer/socialite Kim Kardashian; and Grammy-winning singer Toni Braxton, who had been hospitalized earlier this year for pericarditis, a heart inflammation. Kardashian, who has gained notoriety on celebrity websites such as TMZ, currently stars in her own reality show, E. (USA Today)
Whole Body May Benefit From Probiotics Aug 26, 2008
B. Infantis May Stop Inflammation ... The response is generally good, but it can also cause inflammation and problems such as irritable bowel syndrome, arthritis, colitis and type I diabetes. (Click2Houston, TX)
After Fits and Starts, New Hope for Psoriasis Patients Aug 26, 2008
And because psoriasis is a genetic condition that causes inflammation by striking at the immune system, it can have other health effects ... "Patients should be aware of that and understand that controlling that systemic inflammation can help with other diseases.". (MEDLINEplus)
Tigers' Guillen exits Monday's tilt early Aug 26, 2008
He missed three games during the last homestand a couple of weeks ago after he was diagnosed with a pinched nerve caused by inflammation in his lower back. The problem was causing him to have numbness down his right leg, leaving him struggling to run, until a combination of medication and rest restored him. (MLB.com -- Detroit Tigers)
Tips from the journals of the American Society for Microbiology Aug 26, 2008
Mastitis, inflammation of one or more lobules of the mammary gland, occurs in anywhere from 3 to 33% of lactating mothers and of those incidences 75 to 95% are diagnosed within the first twelve weeks postpartum. While Staphylococcus aureus and Staphylococcus epidermidis are considered to be the main infectious agents associated with mastitis, increased multi-drug resistance to antibiotics are making such infections difficult to treat, therefore prompting researchers to explore alternative... (EurekAlert!)
Ginger and Spa Fusion Aug 25, 2008
Ginger s medicinal effects, which are heralded in Ayurvedic as well as American integrationist medicine, include the treatment of nausea, indigestion, arthritis, colic, diarrhea, and heart conditions and for the reduction of inflammation ... Its ability to reduce inflammation make ginger an ideal ingredient for softening and smoothing the skin in exfoliating products and an essential ingredient for hydrotherapies aimed at reducing joint pain and inducing relaxation ... Added to balms and creams,... (Suite101.com)
Biodegradable Polymers Show Promise For Improving Treatment Of Acute Inflammatory Diseases Aug 25, 2008
"The major advantage to using these polyketals to deliver drugs is that they degrade into biocompatible compounds that don't accumulate in a patient's tissue or cause additional inflammation.". Details about the polyketals and clinical applications were described during three presentations on August 18-20 at the 236th American Chemical Society National Meeting in Philadelphia. (Science Daily)
Slumps and bumps make this the U.S. Wide Open Aug 25, 2008
But the 21-year-old Serb pulled out of the Olympics before they started because of inflammation in her right hand, a problem that left her unable to practice last month. Ivanovic is seeded No. 1, with the expressive Jelena Jankovic at No. 2, former U.S. Open champion Svetlana Kuznetsova at No. 3 and Olympic champion Elena Dementieva at No. 5. (International Herald Tribune -- Sports)
A's inexperienced rotation growing Aug 25, 2008
Keith Foulke, who has been on the disabled list since July 3 with right shoulder inflammation, is scheduled to throw a simulated game in Arizona on Monday and then possibly pitch in a game there on Wednesday. He would then likely go to Triple-A Sacramento for more rehabilitation work. (MLB.com -- Oakland Athletics)
Study Commences at Henry Ford Hospital to Examine Efficacy of Ivivi tPEMF Technology to Relieve Pain From Knee Osteoarthritis Aug 25, 2008
Osteoarthritis is marked by various degrees of inflammation and according to the American Heart Association, current therapies such as common NSAID-based pain relievers can increase the risk of heart failure, stroke, hypertension and gastrointestinal bleeding in some patients ... Targeted Pulsed Electromagnetic Field therapy delivers signals which reduce pain and inflammation and are believed to accelerate the body's natural healing process ... Ivivi's research and development activities are... (Primezone Releases)
Torre not planning to alter lineup Aug 25, 2008
"You have Casey Blake over there right now [as a backup at first]. There are a lot of ways we can go, and that certainly would be an option, especially with the outfield situation the way it is now." In other injury news, right-hander Brad Penny (right shoulder inflammation) postponed playing catch until he sees Dr. Neal ElAttrache, who will not return from Beijing until Monday, but Torre said that should not be considered a setback. Penny has not thrown a baseball since pitching three innings... (MLB.com -- Los Angeles Dodgers)
US court bars forced anthrax jabs Aug 25, 2008
Reported side effects include inflammation in the area of the inoculation, extreme fatigue, joint pain and temporary memory loss. A Justice Department spokesman said the government was reviewing the ruling and had not decided whether to appeal. (Yahoo News -- Anthrax)
New study shows health benefits of probiotic could extend to the entire body Aug 25, 2008
Research supports strains' ability to limit damage from infection-related inflammation ... The normal response to infection is rapid and effective, however, the immune response may occasionally cause inflammation and damage to healthy tissue ... "Inflammation is a major factor in a number of chronic diseases affecting millions of people and can cause an unwanted impact on healthy tissue," said Dr. Liam O'Mahony, lead investigator. (EurekAlert!)
Springing leaks in late summer Aug 24, 2008
Until we actually see Beckett and know whether the inflammation in his elbow - news manager Terry Francona sprang on us for the first time yesterday morning - has subsided, and whether the tingling in his fingers is completely gone, we have no idea how this is going to end up. "You've got to be healthy to win, but we're not going to use injuries as an excuse," said second baseman Dustin Pedroia. (Boston Globe)
Indians rally to win 6th straight, beat Texas 8-7 Aug 24, 2008
McCarthy, recalled from Triple-A Oklahoma before the game, had been out since March 30 with right forearm inflammation. He was shut down after throwing one inning in spring training. (Cleveland.com)
MAJOR-LEAGUE NOTES Beckett won't start vs. Yankees Aug 24, 2008
Manager Terry Francona said Beckett has "inflammation" in his elbow and likely won't start again until next Friday. Knuckleballer Tim Wakefield, out since Aug. 7 with tightness behind his right shoulder, will come off the disabled list to start Tuesday when the Red Sox begin their final regular-season series at Yankee Stadium. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Argentina takes bronze in men's basketball Aug 24, 2008
Manu Ginobili, a star player for the NBA's San Antonio Spurs, missed the bronze medal game with inflammation in the left ankle, but his country was still able to post an 87-75 victory over the Lithuanians. Carlos Delfino picked up the slack with Ginobili out, as he led the Argentines with 20 points and 10 rebounds. (Anchorage Daily News)
Biliary Tract Obstruction Aug 24, 2008
Extrahepatic causes of biliary obstruction include gallstones, tumors, parasites, inflammation of the bile ducts, and fibrotic strictures secondary to traumatic injury. Effects of Biliary Obstruction. (Suite101.com)
Crede struggling in rehab assignment Aug 24, 2008
On the 15-day disabled list since July 25 with back lumbar inflammation, Crede just needs to prove that he's ready to play. His rehab stint with Triple-A Charlotte was put on hold after one start on Aug. 1 because of stiffness in his back, but he has now played three more games with the Knights, including back-to-back games Thursday and Friday. (MLB.com -- Chi White Sox White Sox)
Ask the Sports Doc: Knee pain Aug 24, 2008
Shin splints occur when there are stresses across the front of the tibia which then causes either a stress fracture or inflammation of the soft tissue lining. A lot of the pain can be alleviated with rest from running for a couple of weeks and then gradually getting back into the exercise routine. (Suffolk News Herald, VA)
Rapid Test For Pathogens: Could Be Used To Detect Diseases Used By Bioterrorists Aug 24, 2008
2, 2006) By profiling specific proteins in amniotic fluid for inflammation, researchers at Yale School of Medicine can quickly and accurately detect potentially dangerous infections in pregnant women, and. . (Science Daily)
1 pound of tough: Born the size of a dollar bill and 122 days early, tiny Sasha hangs in there Aug 24, 2008
Steroids help reduce the inflammation in Sasha's lungs. On May 23, the nurses disconnect her from a ventilator and put her on a form of assisted breathing, called nasal continuous positive airway pressure. (Missoulian, MT)
Beckett's return delayed Aug 24, 2008
ESPN - Red Sox delay Beckett's return because of elbow inflammation - MLB ... Red Sox delay Beckett's return because of elbow inflammation - MLB ... Red Sox delay Beckett's return because of elbow inflammation. (ESPN -- Baseball)
Apple juice 'may prevent asthma' Aug 24, 2008
Dr Peter Burney, who led the project, said that it was possible that 'phytochemicals' in apples, such as flavanoids and phenolic acids, were helping to calm the inflammation in the airways which is a key feature of both wheezing and asthma. He said it wasn't clear why a link between eating apples themselves and reduced asthma symptoms - already spotted in other research in adults - did not appear among these children. (Yahoo News -- Allergies and Asthma)
Rangers watching Padilla's health Aug 24, 2008
ARLINGTON -- Vicente Padilla lost his last start earlier on this homestand against the Tigers, but the good news was he reported no problems with the inflammation in the right side of his neck. That problem forced the Rangers to push him back five days in the rotation but was not a factor in their 11-3 loss to the Tigers. (MLB.com -- Texas Rangers)
Worm diet 'treats bowel disorder' Aug 24, 2008
Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis and other forms of inflammatory bowel disease appear to be caused by an overactive immune system, which causes inflammation in the digestive system. The condition is incurable, and normal treatments include steroids, which can reduce the inflammation, although these have been known to produce side effects. (Yahoo News -- Alternative Medicine)
It's all in your head: Opening wide can do more than help your teeth Aug 24, 2008
What it comes down to, said a medical study that reviewed current research and was published in April, is that keeping the mouth bacteria in check can reduce inflammation in the body and have an effect on a number of diseases. Sleep apnea. (Racine Journal Times, WI)
The Heart Health Benefits of Pistachios Aug 24, 2008
(ARA) - Pistachios are a "super food" for health and fitness-focused Americans, according to a new Penn State study that examined the effects of pistachios on multiple cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk factors, including cholesterol, blood pressure and inflammation. A diet rich in pistachios packs a powerful nutrition punch, the study shows. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
Official: Liu Xiang's injury healable Aug 24, 2008
We all hope she can return to the track as soon as possible and pay back all the Chinese people for their love," said Feng. Liu pulled out of the Olympic 110 meters hurdles first round citing a recurrence of chronic inflammation in his Achilles' tendon. But he said on Thursday in a Shanghai newspaper that he will "come back stronger. " The former Olympic champion was awarded the 2008 Coca-Cola "Live Positively Award in the Olympic Green. (Xinhuanet, China)
Snoring could be result of some childhood factors Aug 24, 2008
Lead researcher, Karl Franklin of University Hospital Ume said, "Dogs may increase airborne particles that would encourage inflammation and thereby alter upper airway anatomy early in life, causing an increased susceptibility for adult snoring.". However some medical experts believe that a pet dog can be blamed for snoring. (TopNews)
Quintet of Dodgers hurlers on road back Aug 24, 2008
The one injured pitcher who figures to be back soon is Cory Wade, who came out of a bullpen session Saturday feeling good after being out since Aug. 8 with right shoulder inflammation ... Penny (right shoulder inflammation) will lightly toss on Sunday, which will be the first time he has thrown a baseball since a six-run, three-inning start on Aug. 13, his second outing since spending almost two months on the DL. As for Saito (torn right elbow ligament), he will join the club in Arizona next... (MLB.com -- Los Angeles Dodgers)
Going from ulcers to cancer Aug 24, 2008
Helicobacter pylori is a bacterial strain that can infect the human stomach and induce inflammation, ulcers, and potentially even stomach cancer ... Peek and colleagues also note that by continually inducing DAF expression, H. pylori creates an environment of persistent inflammation that can reduce the threshold required for more serious diseases to develop. (EurekAlert!)
Red Sox to skip Beckett against Yankees Aug 24, 2008
08/23/2008 2:11 PM ET Red Sox to skip Beckett against Yanks Elbow 'inflammation' not improved; Wakefield to go Tuesday By David Singh / MLB.com ... Red Sox manager Terrry Francona also indicated on Saturday that Beckett is dealing with "inflammation" in his right elbow and that the earliest he could return is next Friday's series opener against the White Sox. (MLB.com -- Boston Red Sox)
Heart Disease Aug 24, 2008
Inflammation of the heart from those causes is collectively known as cardiomyopathy ... Either a bit of plaque breaks off (inflammation is believed to be one reason this happens) or a clot forms (plaques can also trigger clot formation), and the floating chunk lodges in the narrowed artery, forming a plug ... (Aspirin reduces inflammation and helps keep clots from forming; that's why older people and people who have already had heart attacks are often told to take a baby aspirin every day, as a... (Time.com)
Why is the lint in the clothes dryer always grey even though we putin multi-coloured clothing? Aug 23, 2008
Low or sudden drops in air temperature and pressure might affect the microcirculation to damaged tissues and cause inflammation and pain. Change in air pressure could explain why some people feel pain in their arthritis-affected joints when bad weather is coming. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
A capsule look at top players in the US Open Aug 23, 2008
Topspin: Withdrew from Olympic tournament before it began because of inflammation in her right hand; the problem flared up last month and left her unable to practice. Commanded her shots and nerves to beat Dinara Safina in Paris for first Grand Slam championship. (MSNBC -- Sports)
To Protect Against Liver Disease, Body Puts Cells 'Under Arrest' Aug 23, 2008
"However, in response to chronic tissue damage, for example, as produced by viral hepatitis or fatty liver disease, continual rounds of hepatocyte [i.e. liver cell] death and stellate cell proliferation allow the production of senescent cells to outpace their clearance, contributing to persistent inflammation and advancing fibrosis. Such a state, while initially beneficial, may eventually trigger the aberrant proliferation and transformation of damaged hepatocytes, leading to cancer. ". In fact,... (Science Daily)
For Coronary Artery Disease Patients, B Vitamins May Not Reduce Cardiovascular Events Aug 23, 2008
30, 2007) Heart attacks are caused by a build-up and instability of plaque in the coronary arteries, which is often a result of chronic inflammation of the blood vessel walls. A study presented at the American. (Science Daily)
A's Set Unwanted Record Aug 23, 2008
He will get a cortisone shot for right hip inflammation on Friday and will not throw for several days. The All-Star is expected to be able to throw again by early September. (Oakland, TheInsiders.com)
Covering the bases Aug 23, 2008
Blalock has been out since July 29 because of inflammation in his right shoulder. The problem makes throws across the diamond difficult, so he'll be a first baseman at least for the rest of this season. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Pin-cushioned ponies Aug 23, 2008
For this horse, the vet uses aquapuncture (see top sidebar) treatment he injects homeopathic medicine along the sides of the spine to desensitise the nerves to reduce the inflammation. This is a very painful process. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Braun returns to Milwaukee Aug 23, 2008
Blalock has been out since July 29 because of inflammation in his right shoulder ... He's been out since March 30 with right forearm inflammation, shut down after throwing one inning in spring training. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Blalock's back Aug 23, 2008
He returned to the disabled list July 29 with right shoulder inflammation. Blalock is batting. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- MLB)
Peralta might hold on to fourth spot Aug 23, 2008
87 ERA in 2007) Saturday will be McCarthy's first start with the Rangers since Sept. 20 of last season, as severe right forearm inflammation has kept him on the shelf. Even after beginning a rehab assignment in July, McCarthy wasn't happy with his results. (MLB.com -- Cleveland Indians)
A's see hurt players closer to returning Aug 23, 2008
Geren also gave an update on pitcher Keith Foulke, who has been on the DL since July 3 with right shoulder inflammation ... The other Sweeney, Mike, has been on the DL since May 29 with a left knee inflammation. (MLB.com -- Oakland Athletics)
Joba, Giese inch closer to return Aug 23, 2008
An MRI on Giese's right shoulder showed some shoulder inflammation, but the righty said that his labrum and rotator cuff did not look injured on the MRI.. "It's been frustrating," Giese said. (MLB.com -- NY Yankees Yankees)
Blalock moves to first with activation Aug 23, 2008
Blalock had been on the disabled list since July 28 with inflammation in the shoulder. He underwent surgery on May 21, 2007, and the shoulder has never really been at full strength since. (MLB.com -- Texas Rangers)
