Recently added articles from Medical Update:
Battling the blues.
May 01, 2005 ... Several years ago, Dr. Andrew Stoll, director of the Psychopharmacology Research Laboratory at Harvard Medical School-McLean Hospital, conducted a landmark study on the role of omega-3 fatty acids in bipolar disorder and came up with some surprising results. The researcher discovered that ...
Exercise after menopause shows benefits.
May 01, 2005 ... Women participating in an exercise regimen over a three-year period showed improved postmenopausal symptoms and numerous gains in health and fitness, according to an ongoing German study. The research is reported in Medicine & Science in Sports & Exercise, the journal of the American ...
ExCel research study seeks 4,500 women.
May 01, 2005 ... A new clinical trial evaluating a novel approach to breast cancer prevention is recruiting women in the United States and Canada. Called the ExCel research study, this is the first North American clinical trial to evaluate how a class of drugs called aromatase inhibitors prevents the ...
New technique restores leg circulation.(Brief Article)
May 01, 2005 ... Data presented at the 30th Annual Scientific Meeting of the Society of Interventional Radiology show that creating new channels for blood flow in the walls of clogged arteries is highly successful in restoring circulation and preventing amputation. The new procedure, called subintimal ...
Traditional test poor predictor of heart disease.
May 01, 2005 ... Contrary to conventional thinking, a new study suggests that emergency room patients who are relieved of chest pain after taking a nitroglycerine pill are no more likely to be diagnosed with heart disease than those who are not. The research team--comprised of emergency ...
Keep on the sunny side.
May 01, 2005 ... Everybody knows the adage that laughter is good for what ails you. But can a laugh every day help keep a heart attack away? Researchers at the University of Maryland are taking laughter seriously after finding that it actually causes the endothelium, which lines our body's blood ...
New device to treat hypertension.
May 01, 2005 ... Researchers at the University of Rochester are the first in the nation to implant an investigational medical device to help lower blood pressure. The device activates the body's natural blood pressure regulation system and is part of a Phase II clinical research study called the Rheos ...
Step up to health.(Brief Article)
May 01, 2005 ... Using a step-counter, or pedometer, is the number-one change in behavior recommended by Indiana University fitness expert Carol Kennedy for people who want to increase their level of physical activity. "Most people overestimate their level of activity," said Kennedy, a lecturer ...
Healthy meals in a hurry.(200 Healthy Recipes in 30 Minutes or Less)(Brief Article)(Book Review)
May 01, 2005 ... How can busy people satisfy their need for healthy meals and still have time to enjoy life? Robyn Webb, author of six American Diabetes Association cookbooks, provides in her latest offering quick and tasty low-fat recipes as well as tips to help people plan meals, stock a pantry, and ...
Health recipes of the month.
May 01, 2005 ... <Pre> Mediterranean Seafood Pasta Serves 6 2 teaspoons olive oil 1 medium onion, minced 1 medium carrot, diced 1/2 cup each diced red and green peppers 1 1/2 cups crushed canned tomatoes 3 tablespoons dry white wine 2 teaspoons dried oregano 1 teaspoon dried or fresh chopped ...
Choosing a swim program.(Brief Article)
May 01, 2005 ... Problems like overcrowding, long classes, and too much interference from parents can detract from a positive pool experience, says Indiana University aquatics expert Annie Eakin. Consider the following advice to select a safe and fun swim instruction program for your child. * ...
Eating well on the go.(Brief Article)
May 01, 2005 ... It's that time of year when families across America begin preparing for summer travels. Here are some simple ways to save calories and pack your body full of nutrients. * When traveling by car, bring sandwiches and fresh fruit in a small cooler or a picnic basket. For a change, ...
Smokeless tobacco threatens heart health.(Brief Article)
May 01, 2005 ... Spit, or smokeless, tobacco causes the user's heart rate, blood pressure and epinephrine (adrenaline) levels to jump, according to a new study in the March 15, 2005, issue of the Journal of the American College of Cardiology. The potent short-term effects suggest potential long-term health ...
Mirapex for restless legs syndrome.(Brief Article)
May 01, 2005 ... A daily dose of Mirapex (generic name: pramipexole) improved symptoms of restless legs syndrome (RLS) for a 24-hour period and produced significant improvements in patients' sleep, according to study results presented at a meeting of the Movement Disorder Society. Key findings ...
Document your family health history.
May 01, 2005 ... Family reunions and celebrations are good opportunities to gather information about health conditions that may run in your family. Awareness of almost any disease or condition in the family can help doctors provide better care. The Marshfield Clinic, located in Wisconsin, is one of the ...
Have dry eye? Don't ignore it.(Brief Article)
May 01, 2005 ... Never ignore dry eyes, advises Dr. Michael Lemp, clinical professor of ophthalmology at Georgetown University. Left untreated, inadequate tearing can potentially lead to cell damage on the surface of the eye. On average, a person blinks eight times a minute, nearly 8,000 times a ...
Reader mail.
May 01, 2005 ... Dear Valued Reader, Starting with the next issue, at no extra cost, we propose to send to you your Medical Update health newsletter bound into The Saturday Evening Post. You'll receive one combined issue for each copy of Medical Update remaining on your subscription. If you are ...
Acupuncture for osteoarthritis.
Apr 01, 2005 ... A recent landmark study demonstrates that acupuncture not only provides pain relief but also improves function for people suffering with osteoarthritis of the knee, the most common form of the disease. Results from the largest-ever clinical trial of acupuncture for knee ...
Kidney stones in the space age.(Brief Article)
Apr 01, 2005 ... NASA researchers say that low-gravity conditions appear to promote the growth of tiny particles called nanobacteria (NB)--a finding that may be linked to the rapid formation of kidney stones in astronauts during space travel. Tests conducted in a chamber specially designed to ...
Screening for prostate cancer.(Brief Article)
Apr 01, 2005 ... A new marker in urine may improve on routine PSA testing and reduce unnecessary biopsies, according to the January 21 online edition of the journal Prostate. Dr. Bruce Zetter, a researcher at Children's Hospital in Boston, is testing thymosin beta-15 (T beta-15), a protein that ...